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

[3DisneyKids]

Just want to correct some other info here:

Margine was not invented to fatten turkeys. This is an urban myth. It was invented by Hipplyte Mege Mouries of France in response to Napoloen the thrid’s offer of a prize to the person who could succeed at producing a viable low-cost alternative to butter (due to budget and economic crises in the region).

Not saying that margerine is wonderful for you, mind you, just correcting some info.

For the full story about butter vs. margerine, check here:

http://www.snopes.com/food/warnings/butter.asp

 

[DisneyWorld Delight]

Whew. I don't check in for 48 hours and three, THREE, new pages. This is getting out of control.

1. My email was not alerting me to the fact you all were posting.

2. I drink water, when I need a drink. But, I cannot force myself to drink water all day long. I have a bladder the size of an oreo cookie. I literally go to the bathroom 2-3 times per night, and wake up, ready to go. So, until I have a bag installed on my hip, I'm gonna refrain from gorging on water. (I'm a real treat to take on long drives!)

3. I enjoyed to Margarine tips, I use butter. Not because I knew margarine was almost plastic, but I like the real deal.

4. I don't know if I feel better eating healthier for an extended period of time. It's been so very long.

5. DizneyDawn - creative little jingles you're sharing. I'm sure your making up all kinds for your kids and they appreciate them too.

6. Kat - I'm alittle bitter.

7. For the record, I likes my snowdays. I HATE getting up in the morning, so that solves that problem.

8. I'd like to go to dinner with Walt Disney. I wouldn't even need to ask questions, just soak up the creativity. The restaurant doesn't matter. I'm not picky. I'll eat it, if it doesn't eat me first. (Oh, that might just be my problem...hmmmmm)

9. I've been reluctantly going to church too. I'm sick of the same black skirt. I hope no one is keeping track.

Now for my current life status. Well, I suppose I'll be the first to admit this. As I was reading about eating healthy, making responsible life choices...I was eating unhealthly. I was feeling guilty, but not enough to stop. (bologna sandwhich, chips and a Hershey bar with almonds.)

I am taking a cake decorating class. Just at the local Hobby Lobby for the next four weeks. And you're saying, "well that'll help." But, if I were doing what I wanted in life, I'd be a caterer. So, I am super excited. I just gotta find a nice home for my delights after class is over.

Does anyone here have and use an eliptical machine? Do you like it? I keep telling myself I want one. But, do I really? Or is this just something else I say in my head and once I get it, won't be the answer to all my problems. Are they as great as they are made out to be? QUESTION FOR YOU: What thing is in your head right now that will be the answer to losing weight? A piece of exercise equipment? (Leg magic anyone) A diet pill? A trip to a fat farm? A therapist?

 

[believen]

Thanks for the info. I quit drinking diet years ago, because of headaches.
Let me introduce myself
I'm a happily married,(22 years) stay at home Mom. I've got three great kids, who don't cause much stress, just the average drama of teenagers. 3 years of college, no degree, I took a lot of aerobics LOL. We have a lot of great friends, and have lived in the same community my entire life.
My weight- I was skinny all through childhood.5'4" 110 in '85 when I got married. A naturally thin eater.
'87 first child up to 167 lost to 120 on WW
'89 2nd child up to 170 lost to 120 on WW
'90 3rd child up to 170 lost to 120 on WW
maintained 130 until..............
My Dad died in August of '06 and my Uncle died July'06. Stress of that and I'm closest to my mom and aunt and all that entails. Both in good health, but Mom has mega memory problems and Aunt had never done anything on her own-bills, cars, banks, nothing!!!
I've gained over 40 lbs in a year- no health problems, they checked everything!!!!!! I just ate too much.
Now, I can't get any heavier and the stress keeps piling on, so somethings got to give! I'm determined and I know I can do it.
The newest stress, MIL, the best MIL, died of cancer on Thanksgiving morning. SIL(41) has cancer and is on hospice care. She has a crappy x-husband. Yesterday, she has a collapsed lung and her kidneys are failing.
We will be guardians of her 3 children. 8,9, and 11.
So, my family of 5 will become a family of 8! That sounds so simple-right????
So, Hi, I'm glad to be a part of this group. I still may read more than comment, but know I am cheering and laughing and crying with you!!!!!!!!!!

I'm doing WW, it's worked before and I think it's healthiest for me. I'm also walking for exercise.

 

[DisneyWorld Delight]

Believen - I think that you have only gained 40lbs is a miracle. You have a ton on your plate.

Welcome to the party.

 

[3DisneyKids]

Believen--wow! I ditto what Delight said...you are my hero for only gaining 40 pounds! Your neices and nephews will be so lucky to have you as their care giver. When you are up to it, I would love to hear you throughts about WW.

Delight--I could have written most of your e-mail myself. While I love DH dearly and we have a good marriage, he definitely causes me added stress--yes, this has definitely added to my weight gain, but I will write about that another time. When he travels for business, I feel like I am on vacation from one of my "jobs." So I get what you are saying.

 

[3DisneyKids]

QUESTION FOR YOU: What thing is in your head right now that will be the answer to losing weight? A piece of exercise equipment? (Leg magic anyone) A diet pill? A trip to a fat farm? A therapist?

Honestly, I would love to go to a fat farm for a couple of weeks (although now they are just called Nutrition Spas... gimme a break! ). I know myself pretty well, and the total 24/7 experience would really work well for me...and I know that I could stick with it once home.

But....with three young kids, there is just no way I can step out of my life for two weeks likes that. I might be able to swing one week, but even so, that would be a challenge give our schedules, etc.

I have done some basic searching to see if there is any type of day program within driving distance for me, as I could easily manage that. But so far...no luck.

Interesting question!

 

[HockeyKat]

Whew. I don't check in for 48 hours and three, THREE, new pages. This is getting out of control.

1. My email was not alerting me to the fact you all were posting.

2. I drink water, when I need a drink. But, I cannot force myself to drink water all day long. I have a bladder the size of an oreo cookie. I literally go to the bathroom 2-3 times per night, and wake up, ready to go. So, until I have a bag installed on my hip, I'm gonna refrain from gorging on water. (I'm a real treat to take on long drives!)

3. I enjoyed to Margarine tips, I use butter. Not because I knew margarine was almost plastic, but I like the real deal.

4. I don't know if I feel better eating healthier for an extended period of time. It's been so very long.

5. DizneyDawn - creative little jingles you're sharing. I'm sure your making up all kinds for your kids and they appreciate them too.

6. Kat - I'm alittle bitter.

7. For the record, I likes my snowdays. I HATE getting up in the morning, so that solves that problem.

8. I'd like to go to dinner with Walt Disney. I wouldn't even need to ask questions, just soak up the creativity. The restaurant doesn't matter. I'm not picky. I'll eat it, if it doesn't eat me first. (Oh, that might just be my problem...hmmmmm)

9. I've been reluctantly going to church too. I'm sick of the same black skirt. I hope no one is keeping track.

Now for my current life status. Well, I suppose I'll be the first to admit this. As I was reading about eathing healthy, making responsible life choices...I was eating unhealthly. I was feeling guilty, but not enough to stop. (bologna sandwhich, chips and a Hershey bar with almonds.)

My husband left on Saturday morning to work in Texas for the next month and a half. He'll be flying home once and in February we are planning to meet at the World for a couple days.

I've been looking forward to his leaving. DH is pretty demanding. We own a construction company. Custom high end homes and, now that housing is pretty sloooooow, we are doing more projects in the commercial world. DH is our company. He is so very busy and it falls to me to keep EVERYTHING else in line. I work in our office thru the week, but when you work for yourself, your are never really off. So, because he is out of town, the pressure in my life gets cut back somewhat. I am trying to not go hog wild. Because I can have lunch with friends and spend the whole evening at my parents playing cards and what not. Those things are just not possible when DH is around. I have to be available 24/7 to help my husband live his life.

I'm telling you this for a couple reasons.
a. I think that is probaby my main factor for gaining weight. I am freiking stressed all the time, I am rebeling, this is not what I want to do with my life.
b. You can see why I'd be off guard, a little more relaxed than usual.

(I'm not telling you this for pity. It is, what it is. I actually do love my husband, and I've had so many great experiences and learned so much that at the end of the day, my life is probably better than most. It's just hard sometimes to step out and see the big picture.)

I am taking a cake decorating class. Just at the local Hobby Lobby for the next four weeks. And you're saying, "well that'll help." But, if I were doing what I wanted in life, I'd be a caterer. So, I am super excited. I just gotta find a nice home for my delights after class is over.

So, you see, I am really struggling with staying on point today, but reading all your thoughts has helped me gain some perspective.

Does anyone here have and use an eliptical machine? Do you like it? I keep telling myself I want one. But, do I really? Or is this just something else I say in my head and once I get it, won't be the answer to all my problems. Are they as great as they are made out to be? QUESTION FOR YOU: What thing is in your head right now that will be the answer to losing weight? A piece of exercise equipment? (Leg magic anyone) A diet pill? A trip to a fat farm? A therapist?

I TOTALLY understand what you just described of your DH. I love mine but having the me time is so nice sometimes.

Hmm, maybe amputation? How much does a leg weigh...

But seriously... the only answer for me to losing weight is consistency. I have my plan, now I just need to stick with it for 4-6 months and I will be at my goal weight.

I use an elliptical trainer at the gym and I like it. I have joint problems and it is pretty low impact.

I use butter or canned spray oil. I hate margarine.

I am with you on mornings. They are evil.

As far as aspartame goes, I drink it w/ my diet sodas (1-2 per day) but I try to mix up my poisons and consume them in moderation... saccharine in my coffee, splenda in yogurts and whatever I can find, aspartame in my sodas.

Dawn, now you have me excited!

Sorry this is a quick driveby, a little swamped at work today...

 

[goofyfan-12]

Believen - my prayers are with you and your family.... If the worst that happens is that you gained 40 pounds as a result of everything, I think you are doing great... We will be here to listen and to entertain whenever you need us.

DisneyWorld Delight - Have fun at that cake decorating class. I'm sure you'll find someone who will be happy to take some home baked goodies off of your hands. We all need to find something that we love to do so that we can escape from all the things we have to do. Enjoy your "freedom" and remember that absence does make the heart grow fonder...

milestogo - thanks again for all of the info... I have watched my mom battle migraines for years, so I was scared as all heck when I started to get them. I was thrilled when they finally went away though.... Now that I know my triggers, I can prevent them.

I see that I am few questions of the day behind here... First off my perfect dinner would be a cooking demonstration with some great master chef teaching me all about foods, tastes, cooking techniques, etc. Someone like Alton Brown or Ina Garten from the Food Network. Their food is simple, yummy and somewhat healthy (ok - a big somewhat in some cases). As for company, the chef's (of course) and some good friends to keep the conversation and laughter going.

As for the question about what the magic bullet for weight loss, I would love for there to be some sort of machine that would zap this excess weight all away, but I really think the answers lie in being able to concquer my emotional eating issues. So, I would have to go with the therapist option. Of course having a personal chef and trainer wouldn't be such a bad idea either... Anyone have an in with the lottery so I can afford to pay for all of this??? I picked up a book by Dr. Roger Gould called "Shrink Yourself". It is all about how to control your emotional eating. As I get into the book, I'll let you know how it goes.

Have a great day everyone.
Goof

 

[DisneyWorld Delight]

I see that I am few questions of the day behind here... First off my perfect dinner would be a cooking demonstration with some great master chef teaching me all about foods, tastes, cooking techniques, etc. Someone like Alton Brown or Ina Garten from the Food Network. Their food is simple, yummy and somewhat healthy (ok - a big somewhat in some cases). As for company, the chef's (of course) and some good friends to keep the conversation and laughter going.

I am a big Food Network Junkie. It is on all day Saturday at my house. I am coming to Orlando in Feb for IBS (International Builders Show). One of the side shows is going to a Dinner Impossible meal with (David?) Irvine. It is $65 and I am so torn about weather to go or not. It's $65. And it would take away from Disney time, but really, when will I ever get the opportunity to do that again? I guess the guests get to pick the ingredients and he will make them on stage, or some setup like that. I am assuming it will be taped. What to do, what to do?

 

[goofyfan-12]

The International Builders Show sounds awesome... I am in the construction industry too (commercial only - tried residential and hated every minute of it... I like the big projects too much I guess) so the IBS sounds very cool....

I would definitely sign up for the Dinner Impossible thing. The show is pretty cool and David Irvine cracks me up. He can be quite funny when given the opportunity... Sign up and let me know how it goes...

Goof

 

[AKASnowWhite]

Well, I did something today that I've never done before. I found this thread and I read every page - every post, every word!

I laughed (a lot), I cried (well, almost...) and mostly I feel like I found some kindred spirits.

Ok - enough of the sappy, "your freakin' me out, stalker" stuff! I'd love to be part of your family if you have room for one more...I bring with me an irreverant view of life, the ability to laugh at - oh I mean with - other people (and louder at myself) , a desire to shed a few unwanted pounds, and my fair share of excess baggage.

 

[DisneyWorld Delight]

Well, I did something today that I've never done before. I found this thread and I read every page - every post, every word!

I laughed (a lot), I cried (well, almost...) and mostly I feel like I found some kindred spirits.

Ok - enough of the sappy, "your freakin' me out, stalker" stuff! I'd love to be part of your family if you have room for one more...I bring with me an irreverant view of life, the ability to laugh at - oh I mean with - other people (and louder at myself) , a desire to shed a few unwanted pounds, and my fair share of excess baggage.

First, one quick test: How many calories are in 2 scrambled eggs, 6 handfuls of butter flavored popcorn and 18 Hershey Kisses?




So totally kidding! You are most welcome here. This ain't no elevator. We can squeeze as many fat girls (and one guy) as we possibly can.

 

[3DisneyKids]

I am a big Food Network Junkie. It is on all day Saturday at my house. I am coming to Orlando in Feb for IBS (International Builders Show). One of the side shows is going to a Dinner Impossible meal with (David?) Irvine. It is $65 and I am so torn about weather to go or not. It's $65. And it would take away from Disney time, but really, when will I ever get the opportunity to do that again? I guess the guests get to pick the ingredients and he will make them on stage, or some setup like that. I am assuming it will be taped. What to do, what to do?


Thanks to all for the understanding of the relationship with DH. It controls my every move and it's just plain exhausting.

If you love it and are a fan, just do it! WDW will always be there for your next trip....this guy won't! I say go!

 

[3DisneyKids]

Well, I did something today that I've never done before. I found this thread and I read every page - every post, every word!

I laughed (a lot), I cried (well, almost...) and mostly I feel like I found some kindred spirits.

Ok - enough of the sappy, "your freakin' me out, stalker" stuff! I'd love to be part of your family if you have room for one more...I bring with me an irreverant view of life, the ability to laugh at - oh I mean with - other people (and louder at myself) , a desire to shed a few unwanted pounds, and my fair share of excess baggage.

OMG, you fit right in already! Welcome and glad to have you here!

 

[AKASnowWhite]

First, one quick test: How many calories are in 2 scrambled eggs, 6 handfuls of butter flavored popcorn and 18 Hershey Kisses?.

Sad thing is, I can probably give you a pretty accurate answer to that question.

What I *can't* answer is, if I have all this knowledge in my head, and I KNOW what to do (I previously lost 45 lbs on WW) why have I gotten myself into the position where my jeans feel like they've been shrink-wrapped to my body?

 

[HockeyKat]

So totally kidding! You are most welcome here. This ain't no elevator. We can squeeze as many fat girls (and one guy) as we possibly can.

SnowWhite, if you find the answer to that question, let me know...

believen, forgot this earlier:

I am having a day where I wish work would just disappear. And Mr Kat is headed home to *gasp* work on something that requires tools, so I know he will be in a FOUL mood by the time I get there. Calgon? Anywhere?

 

[believen]

Sad thing is, I can probably give you a pretty accurate answer to that question.

What I *can't* answer is, if I have all this knowledge in my head, and I KNOW what to do (I previously lost 45 lbs on WW) why have I gotten myself into the position where my jeans feel like they've been shrink-wrapped to my body?

I just had this conversation with my husband. I know what I need to do! Guess what my dear, sweet, in shape, tall, looks better than when we married, that out eats me at every meal, husband said. Just do it! He so does not "get it"

Thanks for the

 

[VernRDH]

I go away for a few days and this thread just plum EXPLODES!!! Like when I try putting on some skinny pants.

DH and I had a wonderful time on our anniversary cruise. We spent time just lolling around, taking naps and enjoying ourselves and each other. We rode Segways in Nassau-(totally fun and something I never would have done had I not lost 50 lbs). We hung out in a semi private cabana on CocoCay. Absolute paradise. We met lots of wonderful people and made new friends. We ate, but not too much. We walked A LOT. All over the ship and islands. But we were glad to get home today to our DD, who we missed quite a bit.

I am scared to get on the scale tomorrow. I feel like I am retaining a lot of water, so I don't know how WI in will go.

I love reading the stories of everyone. You all are so inspiring, taking on all the challenges of life and keep on going. I have to say that right now, life here is pretty good. But we have some hard times ahead, as DH's grandma is almost 86 and is severe Alzheimers patient. They are trying to do immediate placement in to a nursing home for her. Grandpa is 90 and he can "manage" but should also be put into assisted living. The question is which one will die first and how soon after will the other one go? My FIL is the primary caregiver, does all the running around, dr's appts, etc. This has taken quite a toll on him too. And that's hard for DH, which in turn makes it hard for me (DH is an only child)

And on my side of the family, my father has turned in to an idiot who cares nothing about his family anymore as he is "living his life having fun" My mom died four years ago and he started dating about 9 months after she passed. He met "The Troll" (honestly, she looks like one , I swear). And now he wants nothing to do with his only two granddaughters since his troll doesn't like children. It is hard to explain to DD why her grandfather does not want to spend time with her anymore.

Who would I like to have dinner with-hmmm I think Jillian Michaels. I would eat something healthy and pick her brain about working out and nutrition.

Well I gotta go. awaits.

 

[AKASnowWhite]

I just had this conversation with my husband. I know what I need to do! Guess what my dear, sweet, in shape, tall, looks better than when we married, that out eats me at every meal, husband said. Just do it! He so does not "get it"

Thanks for the

I also live with a genetic freak! and you are SO right. They just don't get it!

I recently was pointing out some of my inherant traits (ie "flaws" ) and the challenges I knew I was going to be facing. So "Mr Logical" tells me to change! Ok, now we've been married nearly 20 years. You'd think that if I could just "change" something I didn't like about "who I am", I woulda done that by now. DUH!

For such a smart man, he can be so darned stupid.

BTW.....Jillian was my choice for dinner guest as well. I'd love to have her kick my a** for an hour and see if I could still stand at the end...

 

[believen]

QUESTION FOR YOU: What thing is in your head right now that will be the answer to losing weight? A piece of exercise equipment? (Leg magic anyone) A diet pill? A trip to a fat farm? A therapist?

I want an eliptical!!!!!!!! I'm sure if I had one, I'd be on it right now, and would exercise faithfully everyday! But, I spent my birthday $$ on a cricut, instead.

My answer to the famous person, at a restauraunt? My first thought was Paula Deen, at her restaurant, eating her famous fried chicken. and she uses butter! So, that's my answer.

3Disneykids- The reason I'm doing WW is, I have all the info, guides, and such from '06 when I tried unsuccessfully to keep from gaining before it got out of hand. I wasn't ready!
I make a sheet with circles for each serving of each food group I can have that day and check it off as I eat them. I do the points, but would never eat a vegetable unless thats all I have left.
It should be very balanced and healthy, if you make good choices. However, I can stay under my points and make awful choices, which is why I do the circles and not just count points! Does this make any sense?????
I've had great results with WW in the long ago past, and I'm not going to meetings, ya'll are my new support group!