In search of my body...not the one I ate!

[BrcsDisneyPrncs]

Oh wow, this thread is Dead today!

I hope everyone had a great weekend! I'm finally starting to be able to jog on my treadmill without feeling as though i'm going to fall over after three minutes

I feel like i haven't been on here at all, i've been around, I've just been LURKING! I feel like i've still had no time to relax the past week, bruce is still sick Two of my co workers (on a team of 4) have been sick and the other has been out at meetings all week, so all last week i was carrying a workload for the whole team, it's been crazy. Yesterday I addressed and put all of my wedding invitations together. Exciting, however i swear it took like FOUR HOURS, and that was even with me being tacky and using customized address labels (i know i know, but my handwriting looks like a 5 year old wrote it with their left foot, and i can't justify the cost of a calligrapher with the cost i'm already paying for this shindig) Finally today i collapsed for a nap at like noon, it was great!

Anyone know when the lovebirds will be back??? I'd like to see how this friendly competition is going!

 

[HockeyKat]

Yeah and I am waiting from a recap from Erika over there too... bump yourself!!

We spent our day finishing up the wiring project, staking 4 trees in the yard, painting and buffing out the damage I did to the truck, 4 loads of laundry (me), and cleaning out the 3rd bedroom closet. Whee!

Food for today:
B: Fiber One & milk (80)
L: 2 oz salmon (70), english muffin (100), egg beaters (30), .5 oz lite sharp cheddar (30), 1 serving ff pringles (70)
D: 7 oz strip steak (300), 1 cup steamed broccoli (25), salad greens (20) w/ 2 Tbsp "free" thousand island (45), and some parmesan (20).
S: 2 mich ultras (190)
S(2): 1/4 sugar free angel food cake (120)
Total, 1100. Exercise, housework. Water, 64 oz

Hope everyone had a great weekend!

 

[goofyfan-12]

Hi Everyone,

I am finally home after my four day, four state trek through the northeast.... I am thrilled to be home and am looking forward to sleeping in my own bed tonight...

The conference was awesome... I am very inspired and feel empowered to make better choices for myself... Empowerment is a great word for our 'E' day... I have a new perspective for my career conundrum and am actually excited about it. In all, this conference came at just the right time for me personally and gave me the boost I needed to see this through...

Judgement day is tomorrow so we'll see how my food choices and total lack of exercise went. I am not expecting much in terms of a loss (more like a gain), but I did the best I could given the situation I was in. In reality, I am actually looking forward to getting back on plan tomorrow and eating my Jenny Craig food again...

Anyways - hope you all had a great weekend

I am heading for bed as I am one sleepy goof tonight...

Bona Serra...

 

[DisneyWorld Delight]

oops, wrong network. This is Disney, not Nick.

Let's get this thread a hoppin' again. Everyone took a breaky-breaky from posting, time to get back to business.

I, for one, am doing splendid today. Already walked on the treadmill and didn't eat the chips as I packed my daughters lunch. It's the little things.

Today we are on H. So I'm going with the obvious, "Health." and the not so obvious, "Ha-cha-cha-cha." Because that's how I want to look, and Dawn and Erica both have Ha-cha-cha-cha weekends to report on.

Ok, gotta get to work. Will be checking in.

 

[HockeyKat]

I agree DWD... where IS everyone??

I hate Mondays.

 

[3DisneyKids]

Here I am! Back after a great week-end! DH and I had a really nice anniversary night...one of those outings that is a light bulb moment of, "Oh yeah! Now I remember why we are together!" With three little kids and 2 FT jobs, it is easy to lose US in the craziness.

Went out for drinks and Thai food on Sat. night and I just ate normally. Didn't worry about points or calories or anything. As vegetarians, there is not much to splurge on anyway... ...and I didn't order anything fried, but that was really because there were other things on the menu that just appealed to me more. So I really don't even think my splurge was horrible. In terms of portion size though...let's just say I wasn't hungry when we left!

Sunday was a fun family day...colored Easter eggs with the kids and so forth. Good day overall! I managed to squeeze in a quick 30 minute run.

TODAY...I am already back from the gym having done a 5.1 mile run. That is my record so far! I am really pleased!

Ok, Dawn and Dan...let's go already! We need to know the results of the Peeps challenge!

Because of this thread, I have started to LIKE Mondays...there is usually a tons of stuff to catch up on...but not this week-end. Brush off the cob-webs, troops....it is time to get with the program! (Doing my best drill sargent imitation.... )

DWD--awesome job getting on the TM this morning! Woo-HOO for you!

Kat--how's the cable? Everything all wired and working?

SG/Liz--are you in the World? Can't remember what day the trip is starting. HAVE FUN! Can't wait to hear all of the details when you return! We will miss you!

Goof--glad your travels are over! I miss you when you can't post as often! Is today JC day? Do you think you managed ok when on the road?

Heather--how did it go with the lawyers? Are they gonna kick some booty for you?

AKASW--how was the week-end? Are you at the gym? Of course you are! You spend more time there than I do!

As DWD said, H is for HEALTH...keep that in mind all day and make Healthy choices!

 

[SeptemberGirl]

I'm here!

Went to WW this morning, since I wanted to weigh in before we leave for WDW. I lost 1.2 lbs and am down 45.6. I am thrilled! I also filled in all my planned meals on my tracker, so I can be in control on vacation! Whee!

So who wants a postcard from Disney? PM me your address! We leave tomorrow am.

 

[3DisneyKids]

I'm here!

Went to WW this morning, since I wanted to weigh in before we leave for WDW. I lost 1.2 lbs and am down 45.6. I am thrilled! I also filled in all my planned meals on my tracker, so I can be in control on vacation! Whee!

So who wants a postcard from Disney? PM me your address! We leave tomorrow am.

Awesome on the loss! WOW--45 pounds! That is a huge milestone! PMd you.

Have an INCREDIBLE trip! Love having your pic taken! Think of how great you will feel walking around...it'll be like, "Yeah, last time I was on this ride I was over 200 pounds...now I am a hottie..."

 

[MunkyMe13]

I'm here.... Happy St. Patty's Day everyone!! I got a great tank top that says Check Out My Shamrocks! LOL! Decent weekend tho I did eat Jack in the Box! eep! I gained a bit but I lost what I gained so I guess its all good... I went to American Eagle this weekend and tried on something. An American Eagle XL fit! Not well but I was able to get it on! I was sooo excited!!! I also went down a top size at Old Navy!!! I can wear an XL tank top from them!!!!! This morning I put on my dark blue jeans (my muffin jeans cuz they muffin my stomach) and fresh out of the wash there was no side muffin!!!!!! I was so freakin excited!!! Anyway I hope everyone is having a good day!! I can't wait to see our results!!

H is for Happiness

Sarah

 

[born2bird]

I really wish I could get here on the weekends. I really could have used the words of wisdom. Losing weight is such a slippery slope for me. I struggled with an eating disorder from the time I was 12 until I was almost 30 (more than 1/2 my life). I know my limitations and understand my specific triggers. But it is hard. Really hard. When I go weeks without losing, or I keep losing and gaining the same 2lbs I have to keep reminding myself that I am doing this to be healthy and nothing is worth going back to my old habits. I was thin but at a healthy weight when I got pregnant but I was so scared I would hurt my baby because of my history, that I went in the opposite direction and gained 54lbs!! I lost a significant amount of that after DS was born (I am not sure how much because I refused to weigh myself at that point) and then I got pregnant again. I gained 35lbs with my youngest and have lost most of it but still have quite a bit to lose since I never got back to my pre-baby weight with my oldest.

We all have very specific goals for ourselves and mine is to be strong and healthy both physically and mentally. And I am getting there SLOWLY (really slowly) but surely.

I apologize if this is TMI. Sometimes, I am not sure how much everyone here really wants to know. But it is a part of who I was and what I struggle with now. But like Snow said, we are all warriors...

Onto brighter and better things...

...So, DAWN's challenge to us to see if we can come up with a way to PAY IT FORWARD to others....think about what you can do that is a random act of kindness type of thing and then post about it here...

I love this idea. Now I have to be creative and think of something that is inexpensive but nice that i can do.

...I'm not looking to have a "pity party" for myself - I understand the frustrations and challenges of losing weight, staying focused and figuring out what it really means to be GOOD to yourself. It's hard. It's a battle we fight every single day. But simply by the fact that we drag our sorry butts out of bed every day and fight the fight - we are warriors.


So here it is....my weight that has been listed as "NOYDB" was 147.5 this morning. I'm please to report that I LOST 2 POUNDS this week! (ok- let's not dwell on the fact that those are the 2 pounds that I GAINED last week...I was bulking up to beat the peeps this week )

From one Princess warrior to another.... 2lbs is great. And congrats for going public with your weight. I am not there yet.

As for me, I decided to leave my pity party this morning. I am doing awesome. In 20 weeks, I have lost 44.4 lbs. I am in a size 16 down from a size 20. I put on these vanity-sized 14 jeans today from my "thin" drawer and they fit! (J Jill, I swear they size up a size.) I am too small for all my dresses. I look and feel better. I am blessed with a great family, friends, and an amazing support group in all of you. I might always want those Minions, but let's face facts - I eat them in moderation and still lose weight. The sun is shining and in four days I'll be in the Happiest Place on Earth, riding Dumbo with my daughter, crying at Wishes, hugging my mom and dad, feeling pride as I watch the flag ceremony.

Thank for putting up with my last few posts, and for all the super nice comments about my hair.

Everyone is alowed these moments. It is so great that you realize how far you have come and how blessed you truly are. Have a wonderful trip!!

Okay, I've been away from the computer this week so I've not been able to keep up. Has anyone shared with me what I needed to do to be a part of this challenge/contest I was recruited to participate in. I really want my numbers to count for you guys, I'm down 4.3 pounds this week. Someone please share what I need to do to count. 1...2...3...4...5 and I don't mean that way.



Way to go losers.

WTG!!! 4.3lbs is outstanding. You are off to a great start!

UM, I have done myalli. And lately I have been sneaking it in a bit here and there, I must admit. I am not sure it is worth the $$.

Okay, confession time. No "food for today" because we decided to take the night off. Pizza, wings, chips/cheese, full-fledged beer, the whole deal. It has been 6 weeks solid 1200 cals for me, so I am not sweating it. Back on tomorrow!!

I bet that cheat dy will work to your advantage this week. I hope you enjoyed every moment of it and without an ounce of guilt.

...About the cheat day....I know...and I agree. I am going to have a cheat day tomorrow! It is our anniversary (11 years) so we are going out and I am going to just eat normally and not worry about it. Everything I read and everyone I have talked to says that I am likely not eating enough for my level of exercise, so I am going to just relax for the week and see what happens.

G'night! [/COLOR][/B]

HAPPY BELATED ANNIVERSARY!! It sounds like DH redeemed himself with the card this time.. Here's to many, many more years of wedded bliss!!

 

[3DisneyKids]

I really wish I could get here on the weekends. I really could have used the words of wisdom. Losing weight is such a slippery slope for me. I struggled with an eating disorder from the time I was 12 until I was almost 30 (more than 1/2 my life). I know my limitations and understand my specific triggers. But it is hard. Really hard. When I go weeks without losing, or I keep losing and gaining the same 2lbs I have to keep reminding myself that I am doing this to be healthy and nothing is worth going back to my old habits. I was thin but at a healthy weight when I got pregnant but I was so scared I would hurt my baby because of my history, that I went in the opposite direction and gained 54lbs!! I lost a significant amount of that after DS was born (I am not sure how much because I refused to weigh myself at that point) and then I got pregnant again. I gained 35lbs with my youngest and have lost most of it but still have quite a bit to lose since I never got back to my pre-baby weight with my oldest.

We all have very specific goals for ourselves and mine is to be strong and healthy both physically and mentally. And I am getting there SLOWLY (really slowly) but surely.

I apologize if this is TMI. Sometimes, I am not sure how much everyone here really wants to know. But it is a part of who I was and what I struggle with now. But like Snow said, we are all warriors...

Totally not TMI in my opinion. I love learning about everyone and hearing all of our stories. And I think it is amazing that you have battled and overcome an eating disorder. While I would not put myself in that category, I definitely have an "unhealthy" relationship with food and weight, and just knowing that other people struggle in some way really does help. We are not alone in this battle or on this journey. Knowing that is wonderful and encouraging. So thank you for sharing that part of you. Looks like it is SLOW going for me as well, so don't worry...I'm right here with you!

 

[DisneyWorld Delight]

Here I am! Back after a great week-end! DH and I had a really nice anniversary night...one of those outings that is a light bulb moment of, "Oh yeah! Now I remember why we are together!" With three little kids and 2 FT jobs, it is easy to lose US in the craziness.

Know the feeling well.

I'm here!

Went to WW this morning, since I wanted to weigh in before we leave for WDW. I lost 1.2 lbs and am down 45.6. I am thrilled! I also filled in all my planned meals on my tracker, so I can be in control on vacation! Whee!

So who wants a postcard from Disney? PM me your address! We leave tomorrow am.

SG - have fun. Down 45.6 lbs!!! We will be thinking about you. Of course, now that you have your ipod touch, you could check in....but if you don't we'll understand. You'll be heavily wrapped up in the magic.

I'm here.... Happy St. Patty's Day everyone!! I got a great tank top that says Check Out My Shamrocks! LOL! Decent weekend tho I did eat Jack in the Box! eep! I gained a bit but I lost what I gained so I guess its all good... I went to American Eagle this weekend and tried on something. An American Eagle XL fit! Not well but I was able to get it on! I was sooo excited!!! I also went down a top size at Old Navy!!! I can wear an XL tank top from them!!!!! This morning I put on my dark blue jeans (my muffin jeans cuz they muffin my stomach) and fresh out of the wash there was no side muffin!!!!!! I was so freakin excited!!! Anyway I hope everyone is having a good day!! I can't wait to see our results!!

H is for Happiness

Sarah

No muffin! Here's to needing a belt.

Happy St Patricks day to you too. It was alot of work getting my girls ready for school. Last night we painted the nails green. This morning, dd12 had me spray a green streak in her hair (ala Avril) and dd4 wore a green shirt and not 1 but 2 shamrock necklaces. (One, we got Saturday night going out to dinner. A server gave it to her. It lit up/flashed green. I had to scratch Budweiser off of it before sending her to school.!!! )

 

[AKASnowWhite]

AKASW--how was the week-end? Are you at the gym? Of course you are! You spend more time there than I do!

Yes, that's EXACTLY where I've been this morning! Paying for my weekend sins... Had a really crappy weekend. Nothing totally tragic, or traumatic...but just one lousy thing after another This week promises to be one of the most hectic I've faced in a long time and (BONUS!) I'm hormonal! the party continues

5.1 miles is so awsome! I'm so proud of you!

Happy St. Patty's Day everyone!

(hey - did Dawn fall off the face of the earth or... )

 

[UtahMama]

Tis the Season for Peeps!

I'm dying to know the week 2 results. It's getting hard!

Oh! Heads up: Homemade white bread right out of the oven with real butter is NOT good for the diet. I had TWO thick slabs.

So, veggies for lunch.

Hope all you board broads are less broad today!

 

[DisneyWorld Delight]

I really wish I could get here on the weekends. I really could have used the words of wisdom. Losing weight is such a slippery slope for me. I struggled with an eating disorder from the time I was 12 until I was almost 30 (more than 1/2 my life). I know my limitations and understand my specific triggers. But it is hard. Really hard. When I go weeks without losing, or I keep losing and gaining the same 2lbs I have to keep reminding myself that I am doing this to be healthy and nothing is worth going back to my old habits. I was thin but at a healthy weight when I got pregnant but I was so scared I would hurt my baby because of my history, that I went in the opposite direction and gained 54lbs!! I lost a significant amount of that after DS was born (I am not sure how much because I refused to weigh myself at that point) and then I got pregnant again. I gained 35lbs with my youngest and have lost most of it but still have quite a bit to lose since I never got back to my pre-baby weight with my oldest.

We all have very specific goals for ourselves and mine is to be strong and healthy both physically and mentally. And I am getting there SLOWLY (really slowly) but surely.

I apologize if this is TMI. Sometimes, I am not sure how much everyone here really wants to know. But it is a part of who I was and what I struggle with now. But like Snow said, we are all warriors...

Definately not TMI. I'm sure it's extrememly hard for you to lose weight the healthy way, versus the "way you know." KWIM. That would be a BIG BIG struggle.

That's what we are all here for. A safety net, of encouragement and personal wisdom. That info you shared might be just what someone else needed.

I know I feel some connections in my shared struggle. Just one example: Kat and Munky count calories. (I attempt to.) But Munky turned me onto Taco Bell. Munky, I think of you each time I go thru, Fresco.

Thanks for sharing B2B.

I definitely have an "unhealthy" relationship with food and weight,

I am the DEFINATION of "unhealthy relationship with food." I love/hate food every minute of every day of my life. But...I haven't given up. I still think I am gonna release that supermodel hiding inside.

 

[AKASnowWhite]

I was thin but at a healthy weight when I got pregnant but I was so scared I would hurt my baby because of my history, that I went in the opposite direction and gained 54lbs!! I lost a significant amount of that after DS was born (I am not sure how much because I refused to weigh myself at that point) and then I got pregnant again. I gained 35lbs with my youngest and have lost most of it but still have quite a bit to lose since I never got back to my pre-baby weight with my oldest.

(one of these days I'm going to figure out how to "muti-quote"....until then...)

I was not particularly thin when I got pregnant with my first. Actually, I weighed about 25 pounds more than I currently do. And I gained 50 pounds with each of my three kids! (can you say "license to feed"?? ) SO - I can completely understand where you are coming from with the baby weight! About a year after my DD was born (3rd and final...) and I knew I was done having babies, I decided it was time to take care of ME. It took a long time to put on all that weight - and it took a long time for it to come off as well. Took me a good 2 1/2 years to get to my goal.

Keep plugging away at it - be patient but persistant. You'll get there!

 

[DisneyWorld Delight]

Yes, that's EXACTLY where I've been this morning! Paying for my weekend sins... Had a really crappy weekend. Nothing totally tragic, or traumatic...but just one lousy thing after another This week promises to be one of the most hectic I've faced in a long time and (BONUS!) I'm hormonal! the party continues

Sorry about the craptastic weekend. Breath in. Breath out. Breath in. Breath out. (Wash on. Wash off.)

Oh! Heads up: Homemade white bread right out of the oven with real butter is NOT good for the diet. I had TWO thick slabs.

Oh, I heard that was good for pretty little peeps. Who knew?

 

[DisneyWorld Delight]

(one of these days I'm going to figure out how to "muti-quote"....until then...)

In the bottom right corner, beside the (quote) button, is the ("+) button. That is multi quote. You just click it on all the posts you want to quote and when you're ready to post, click, (post reply). HTH.

 

[goofyfan-12]

Here I am! Back after a great week-end! DH and I had a really nice anniversary night...one of those outings that is a light bulb moment of, "Oh yeah! Now I remember why we are together!" With three little kids and 2 FT jobs, it is easy to lose US in the craziness.

Went out for drinks and Thai food on Sat. night and I just ate normally. Didn't worry about points or calories or anything. As vegetarians, there is not much to splurge on anyway... ...and I didn't order anything fried, but that was really because there were other things on the menu that just appealed to me more. So I really don't even think my splurge was horrible. In terms of portion size though...let's just say I wasn't hungry when we left!

Sunday was a fun family day...colored Easter eggs with the kids and so forth. Good day overall! I managed to squeeze in a quick 30 minute run.

I'm so glad you and your hubby had a great anniversary weekend... you needed the time to reconnect...

TODAY...I am already back from the gym having done a 5.1 mile run. That is my record so far! I am really pleased!

OK - I can't imagine running one mile let alone five.... you go you running goddess you....

Ok, Dawn and Dan...let's go already! We need to know the results of the Peeps challenge!

I'm with you.... Dawn and Dan - come up for air.... we miss you....

Because of this thread, I have started to LIKE Mondays...there is usually a tons of stuff to catch up on...but not this week-end. Brush off the cob-webs, troops....it is time to get with the program! (Doing my best drill sargent imitation.... )

I need a drill sargent after the week I had.... I have to snap back into shape and get back on my program....

DWD--awesome job getting on the TM this morning! Woo-HOO for you!

Kat--how's the cable? Everything all wired and working?

SG/Liz--are you in the World? Can't remember what day the trip is starting. HAVE FUN! Can't wait to hear all of the details when you return! We will miss you!

Goof--glad your travels are over! I miss you when you can't post as often! Thanks... you all are too kind to me...Is today JC day? Do you think you managed ok when on the road?

I hopped on my scale at home to get a feel for where I may be. I suspect I may have put on a pound or two, but I credit those to the many glasses of wine and the few cosmos I drank while being out with the other conference attendees.... My food choices were pretty good, but my portion control may have been a bit off so those liquid calories may be a problem. I am feeling a bit off right now since I haven't exercised in a week. My body is not happy about that and I will be walking tonight for sure... I feel so much better when I exercise... This week will be better. I will stay on program and exercise so all will be good...

Heather--how did it go with the lawyers? Are they gonna kick some booty for you?

AKASW--how was the week-end? Are you at the gym? Of course you are! You spend more time there than I do!

As DWD said, H is for HEALTH...keep that in mind all day and make Healthy choices!

I'm here!

Went to WW this morning, since I wanted to weigh in before we leave for WDW. I lost 1.2 lbs and am down 45.6. I am thrilled! I also filled in all my planned meals on my tracker, so I can be in control on vacation! Whee!

So who wants a postcard from Disney? PM me your address! We leave tomorrow am.

45 pounds..... OH HAPPY DAY!!!!! I am very proud of you and can't wait to see the pics from WDW. I'll be PM'ing you with my address so I can get on the postcard list....

Tis the Season for Peeps!

I'm dying to know the week 2 results. It's getting hard!

Oh! Heads up: Homemade white bread right out of the oven with real butter is NOT good for the diet. I had TWO thick slabs.
Eat more..... just kidding... fresh bread and butter is almost as evil as Girl Scout cookies....

So, veggies for lunch.

Hope all you board broads are less broad today!

Hope everyone is having a great day.....

Talk to you soon,
Goof

 

[chbc]

Happy St. Patrick's Day !

Liz- Have a great trip! We will be thinking about you. Actually daydreaming about Disney, we got a new promo dvd and I watched it twice this weekend. Off you go princess, make memories and dreams come true! Wishes to you!

Bird- I agree with Erika, not TMI at all. We are here for you and from the sounds of it you have a great head on your shoulders.

Erika- Glad you had a super anniversary and a special card.

Kat- you fixed the car too?!!

DWD- Awesome Attitude! Great job with the green.

Goof- Hoped you had a good nights sleep at home! Happy to hear the conference was a good pick me up.

Bride- We are proud of you! Way to work. Please stay well.

Munk- Happy St. Patrick's Day! Happy Times trying on clothes- priceless.

Happy St. Patrick's Day!