Meme's skinny jeans journal

[Auntmeme]

Sorry the bed was too comfy this am. Actually I got home after 9 last night and didn't hit the sack till 11. Toooo tired to move at 5:30 am

Still on track with atkins, b-coffeew/ cream & 1 sl cheese
s- atkins morning bar
l-dried beef & cc

What should I have for dinner???? My dh is driving me crazy cause he is redoing our parts of our kitchen and everyday it is a mess. I can't bear to be in there right now. So maybe I should do takeout. HMMM no pizza but could stop at the grocery takeout, chicken, salad bar.

I must stay cheat free till turkey day and that candy has been calling my name so I am getting rid of it tomorrow. Willpower only goes so far with chocolate

Pictures are not my thing though I like to take them. I just never feel that I look my best. We'll see.

 

[DoeWDW]

Tomorrow's another day, MeMe! I hope you find time to exercise!

If my DH was doing construction in my kitchen, I'd DEFINITELY be eating out or getting take-out to bring home! Doing home improvement projects is awfully stressful - you're hanging in there very well!

Be good to yourself, MeMe!!

 

[lulu201]

What??? You couldn't hear me? You know, MeMe, listening might help! Seriously, though, if I'd had your hours last night and was supposed to exercise on this blustery day, I would've rolled over caught some zzzzzzs, too!

Sounds like you're walking that low-carb walk. Keep it up. Dump that nasty chocolate. You know it's only poison in a velvety, yummy wrapper.

Off to journal and call it a day. Good luck with tomorrow. We're gonna be cheat-free till T Day!


Doe-Doe MeMe Lulu

 

[DoeWDW]

Good morning, MeMe!!

I hope you have a wonderful Saturday! I've been thinking about you and sending happy thoughts your way.

 

[lulu201]

Hey, MeMe. . .how are you doing? Just wanted to say "hi" and wish you all the best today. Be good to yourself

When's your high school reunion?

Erin

 

[Auntmeme]

What is wrong with me??? I just can not seem to get back on track. I've started over again, 2 days cheat free. Ahhh!

I went to NY on sunday and I won't tell you what I ate. Then Monday I had a bagel and Tuesday I ate french bread. And I have not exercised, yikes my thighs are showing so much cellulite It truly is a scary sight!

Well my reunion is a week from Saturday and I don't know what to wear, definitely covering up the hip area. I did get a new hairdo so I'm happy about that.

I need motivation where can I get some?? And I know I didn't make my turkey challenge

 

[Castillo Mom]

First of all, stop beating yourself up! If you allow guilt to get to you, you won't be able to move ahead. Just accept the fact that you ate what you felt like a few times and just leave it at that. Just keep looking forward and start anew. I've been in your position before, and thinking about that thing that I shouldn't have eaten, or that I haven't exercised just makes me feel so crappy. It's just not productive and doesn't serve a purpose IMHO. Give yourself credit for what you've been able to accomplish so far! Look at all of the exercise you've been doing. I'm embarassed to admit it, but I haven't exercised in two months. I just don't have time, that's all there is to it. I'm working long hours Mon.-Fri. and 6 hours on Saturday. I have a family and need to make sure their needs are met and that I spend as much time with them as possible, in addition to my household responsibilities. I just have to do what I can. My suggestion is to plan ahead. Go to the market and stock up on all of the things that you know you can eat. If you make sure that you have the right foods around, you're more likely to stay on track. It's been my experience that if I come home from a long day at work and I'm exhausted and don't want to cook but don't have easy-to-prepare food on hand, I'm more likely to eat what I shouldn't. I also always make sure that I have plenty of "sweets" around for when I get the urge for dessert, like Atkins candy, ice cream, sugar free jello, whipped cream, strawberries, you get the idea. I've learned so much from all of you and have had a few moments of self-doubt. I don't know if you remember this but, a couple of months ago I posted on my journal that I had gone to a baby shower at this barbeque restaurant and pretty much ate what I wanted, including a hunk of cake. I tried remain positive about the whole thing and my WISH friends were so encouraging and tried me feel ok about it. But deep down inside I felt soooo guilty, but I didn't let it show. You ladies encouraged me and I eventually got over it. Just understand that we all struggle from time to time and feel bad about ourselves, but as you or Erin or Doreen have said (can't exactly remember who said it first) onward and downward!

 

[lulu201]

for you, MeMe-girl. It's always good to have you around.
Let's hear it for your cheat free days! Yay! That's a bounce a day!

MeMe, let's not forget that this healthy living stuff is hard. You know you have to make it a priority to care for yourself every day and all, but some days--or weeks--are just harder than others. You went on your terrific trip and came home to Halloween and all the holidays! This is a tough time of year to stay focused and on top of things, so, as Lisa said, don't beat yourself up. There's nothing wrong with you! You weren't thinking you'd never eat a bagel again were you? So, you indulged, now figure out what it is you want the most out of life's big picture.

Here's how I look at it. When I'm not on plan, I certainly
like eating all the foods I don't usually allow myself, but I don't really like how I feel about myself. I know I'm not treating myself in a healthy way (even though those poisonous tootsie rolls are yummy going down!). On the other hand, while I may be somewhat frustrated when I choose not to indulge my hard pretzel cravings, I can look myself--and the scale--in the eye the next morning with no fear or self-criticism.

One thing you can't overlook, MeMe, is the power of the carbs. Don't forget that the more you eat, the more you want, and the more you want, the more. . .you see the cycle here. This feeling of "what's wrong with me" really has nothing to do with you (hey, isn't this part of your Atkins bible or something??), it's the chemical effect of those carbs pulling you down!

OK, it's time for the song.

Remember, MeMe,

YOU ARE STRONG. . .YOU ARE INVINCIBLE. . .YOU ARE WOMAN!!!!

You can beat those empty carbs, Princess MeMe! Go forward into another CHEAT FREE DAY!!!!!

More s,
Erin

 

[DoeWDW]

for you, MeMe!! Are you still struggling?? Here's some pixie dust just in case you need it!

I'm sending good thoughts your way! I hope all is going well for you!

 

[Castillo Mom]

I know you're probably out there busy with this week's festivities. Just dropped by to offer a little encouragement. Hope to hear from you soon.!

 

[DoeWDW]

MeMe, wherever you are, whatever you're doing, however you're feeling, know that you're in my thoughts and prayers. I'm sending you hugs, pixie dust and good thoughts for a wonderful day.

 

[lulu201]

Hi, MeMe. . .just wanted to stop by and say hello. Did you and your family have a nice Thanksgiving? If you're home this weekend watching the snowfall, drop me a line, OK? I'd love to hear from you.

Erin

 

[lulu201]

On the off-chance that you come around and lurk once in a while, I wanted to say "Happy Holidays, MeMe!" I think of you often and wonder how you're doing.

Take care,
Erin

 

[Auntmeme]

I've been thinking of all of ou and really have not had a minute to join the group. I have not been a faithful exerciser or atkins follower. I know I've gained a few but still in the negatives. So I woke up at 2 am thinking I need to get back to that great place. Which is here with all you motivators

I am determined to get back in the groove. Winter is soooo hard fo rme. I hate the cole and the snow and the ice and the coats and the boots and the gloves and blah blah blah. Give me sun

So I start cheat free tomorrow and I know I can do it. And I will exercise. I know it works, I just have to do it. Roll out of bed 5:30 and WATP, follow the atkins, which is a wonderful plan for me and I know the next 20 lbs will go away.

Thank you Karen, Erin and Doreen. Your words are so encouraging. I see you are all doing fantastic. Way to go! I will check out your journals now. I'm still thinking of the 1/2 marathon and I see Erin & Doreen are listed which encourages me more to sign up.

I've been thinking about Paris and the beach and I have another disney cruise booked so I'm not sure how to fit in another trip. People may think I don't have a job and I 'm just a jet-setter living the high life, Oh how I wish.

Well I so enjoy being able to share and look forward to each day continuing this journal. I still have those skinny jeans staring at me, begging me to put them on and celebrate. How much longer will she be, they keep asking?

 

[Auntmeme]

I've been thinking of all of ou and really have not had a minute to join the group. I have not been a faithful exerciser or atkins follower. I know I've gained a few but still in the negatives. So I woke up at 2 am thinking I need to get back to that great place. Which is here with all you motivators

I am determined to get back in the groove. Winter is soooo hard fo rme. I hate the cole and the snow and the ice and the coats and the boots and the gloves and blah blah blah. Give me sun

So I start cheat free tomorrow and I know I can do it. And I will exercise. I know it works, I just have to do it. Roll out of bed 5:30 and WATP, follow the atkins, which is a wonderful plan for me and I know the next 20 lbs will go away.

Thank you Karen, Erin and Doreen. Your words are so encouraging. I see you are all doing fantastic. Way to go! I will check out your journals now. I'm still thinking of the 1/2 marathon and I see Erin & Doreen are listed which encourages me more to sign up.

I've been thinking about Paris and the beach and I have another disney cruise booked so I'm not sure how to fit in another trip. People may think I don't have a job and I 'm just a jet-setter living the high life, Oh how I wish.

Well I so enjoy being able to share and look forward to each day continuing this journal. I still have those skinny jeans staring at me, begging me to put them on and celebrate. How much longer will she be, they keep asking?

 

[DoeWDW]

MEME'S BACK!!

I missed ya, girlfriend!! Glad to have you back!

I know what you mean about hibernating in the winter - it would be my first choice too - I also hate the cold, the ice, the snow, the coats, the boots, the goosebumps, the chattering teeth.... The spring thaw cannot come fast enough for me! I only have 19 more winters to go until retirement in Florida - DH and I have agreed that we will not grow old in the cold!!

Erin, MelanieC and I are planning some walks in eastern & central PA for the spring and summer to get ready for that half-marathon. We'll let you know when, just in case you want to join us.

Take care & have a great day, MeMe!

 

[lulu201]

Hey, everyone, MeMe's back in town! How are you doing, honey? What a great surprise to find when I came to my computer this morning!

MeMe, I've missed you, and I'm glad you've come back to the WISH. This is truly the best place to find support and motivation.
You're going to find lots of old and new friends waiting to give you the encouragement that is so essential for this journey.

So are you ready to walk? We're going to get you on the half marathon team if you want to do it! If you do, though, you'd better register right away. Registration has been open for about 10 days or so--hop on the band wagon now!

I'm off to a crazy day at work, but I'll stop by again soon.

, girlfriend!
Erin

 

[Castillo Mom]

Whoa, what a nice surprise! You're back! Welcome, welcome, it's great to hear from you again MeMe. So what's new other than the long cold winter?

Don't worry about getting those few pounds off, they'll be gone in no time. You sound really focused and ready to get back into the swing of things.

I could see that you posted to my journal and I'm anxious to go see what you wrote. Again, welcome back! I'm still doing Atkins and will be right there with you. If I don't check in with you tomorrow, I definitely will on Monday, still official weigh in for me. Take care!

 

[Auntmeme]

hey girls thanks for the kind words

I definitely wish to walk. Did you register already? I'll check it out. I could use a grand adventure and get some great exercise

My dh made waffles for me this am, I felt so bad telling him I really couldn't eat them. So I passed my first temptation, yeah!

b- 2 eggs, 1 ch, 1 pork roll, coffee & milk (need to get creamer)
l- chinese broccoli & sm bit of boneless ribs, coffee & cream
s- 1 beef stick
d- 2 burgers, ch, mayo, hot peps & sald w/caesar dressing

water all day

I made day one and am determined now to see that scale go down. I love how you all have weigh in on Monday, great idea to keep the weekend in check, that has been a hugh (fatty) problem for me. I will change my weigh in. I am apprehensive to start tomorrow so maybe next week.

I'll be shopping tomorrow I hope to find many new low carb items. With the variety now maybe the price will go down, we can only hope, more $$ for disney

 

[DoeWDW]

MeMe, congratulations on getting through Day 1 AND the waffle temptation!! You are on your way, girlfriend!!

We've all registered for the half-marathon already, so if you're thinking of joining us, please register quick before it fills up!! It would be GREAT to have you on the grand adventure with us!! There are about 40 WISHers registered so far, as far as I remember.

Best wishes for another cheat free day tomorrow!!