NOW is the time! It's MINE & I AM WORTH IT! (friends welcome to tag along!!)

[goldcupmom]

Hey Still thinking about having that uterus bonfire in my yard. We can burn our organs and then make smores. Sound good???

Give me about 8 hours notice & I'll be there. I started in peri in 1994 and it's really depressing as my Dsis & my mom were DONE at age 38....what am I, the energizer bunny????? ENOUGH!!!!

 

[traceycooper]

HI Julie
sorry the garage sale got kinda rained off, but good you can do another
hopefully Tom will make a short visit

 

[goldcupmom]

so far TOM shows no sign of abating & I feel like someone cut an artery. UGH!!

Didn't help that Jillian MADE me do Level 3 this morning for the first time. somehow, I think chopping off my arms would have been less painful! But, I survived & was able to do probably 90%. Just a killer on the arms. I will definitely feel it tomorrow.

After many calls, I FINALLY got an appt. to get in to my primary to get my chol. meds refilled. In 4 yrs, I've actually been able to see her ONCE. And this time they told me the next appt was 7/22. So, since I'm way overdue on labs, I have to get blood drawn tomorrow. If it's not good, I'm gonna cry as I've been working so hard. I am optimistic, tho.

And, I called about my vein. Next appt for a new patient is 9/8....and the appt takes 2 hours. But I booked. That was disappointing as I want it done NOW. sigh...... NM is NOT known for it's Drs!

I finally regained control of my Living room. DSil is in the process of moving out, but I still have the dogs. Hopefully all will go soon.

I actually got out my suitcases for FL next week. I can't wait, but I'm already dreading flying. I REALLY HATE IT!

Off to start dinner....later....hope everyone is having a good week! I'm slowly getting caught up with journals.....

 

[lovinaz]

You are having some great success with the bugg! Excellent job!

I hope your SIL gets her dogs soon, that is a lot of animals to take care of at one time.

I bet you are super excited for your upcoming trip! The flight will be worth it. Remember, it's statistically safer than driving (plus I have to say that because I'm an aerospace engineer )

 

[toystoryduo]

Sending lots of gentle and your way.... You have a lot going on right now!

I bet you are so looking forward to your Florida trip. It will be nice to spend some time with family and to have a few moments to yourself.

You are doing a great job on your weight loss! The BUGG sounds like it has been a very helpful and useful tool for you.

Hope you have a great evening!

 

[Amy&Dan]

Julie, I am betting your blood work will be fine, you have been working so hard! Keeping my fingers crossed. Level 3, I'd probably drop dead!

I am a white knuckled flyer too, I dread it but once on am okay. To get me to WDW and DL, I'll do it. But I don't have to like it!

Your trip is soon and then you come home and have your cruise. Good for you. Happy Mother's Day, hope its a good one!

 

[goldcupmom]

Remember, it's statistically safer than driving (plus I have to say that because I'm an aerospace engineer )

True, except that my DH is in aero, too, & comes home & tells of all the big goof ups in design & construction of those large pringle cans.....That, and the memory of a lovely, stormy, bouncy flight from St. L to Dallas alone, red eye, just after we were married when the flight was me & a group of morticians going to a convention who, as the overhead bins were popping open, were loudly discussing plane crash victims bodies & parts....for 2 HOURS!!! what a memorable flight.

But, alas, it is very worth flying to get to go to FL, tho not as relaxing as the train.....(and the train is probably statistically more dangerous!)

Made it through Jillian Level 3 again today, but am definitely taking tomorrow off. I can barely hold my cell phone to my ear my arms are so like jelly!

Walked up(under 2 mi) & got the blood drawn...had to wait over an hour, & I likely drove everyone there NUTS, but why waste the time sitting. I walked laps & up & down the stairs....

Today is 2 months with the Bugg. And, measurement day. Sto far I have lost 2" off my abs(ie. mommy tummy), 1.25" off upper rt arm, 2" off waist, 2" off hips, .5 off rt thigh, and 2" off bust. I really don't need to lose off my hips, but I'd like to see the waist & bust go...oh well, I guess I can't choose, & I'm really pleased overall. I also had to get rid of a couple more pairs of shorts today & sadly, a new Adidas tank top that still has the tags on it. Just too loose in the bust....but not a bad problem. I need to find a good consignment shop here.....

Tomorrow is WI & I hope I can go. It should be an OK week unless something weird happens.....which it does. As of today it was looking like I was down about 2 lbs which means I am getting close to the 150's.

Off to take care of some more groceries. More later....

 

[toystoryduo]

Sending some for weigh-in today...I hope you have a great weekend!

 

[goldcupmom]

Got your Tracy & it worked! I was down 4 lbs at WW this morning. I cried when I looked at my weight as I am now below the lowest I have ever been at WW and my scale at home that I began this journey on Jan 27, 2003, had me in the 150s - barely(159.5), but the 150s, and I started at 198.8 at WW, so almost 40 lbs total...but it has been 6 yrs. On the BB scale, I'm at 163.9...down 16.1 now & with less than 10 to lose by the time I leave for FL in July.

Off to get something to eat & go finish the errands I started yesterday.

 

[toystoryduo]

Weigh to go, Julie!!!!! I am so happy for you and I am so proud of you for all that you have accomplished. Four pounds in a week and forty pounds lost overall is WONDERFUL!!!! You are doing an amazing job!!!! Way to go, Julie!!!!

I just noticed that you signed up for SR! If you need any pointers, please let me know.

Have a great day!

 

[lovinaz]

Congrats on the loss! That is AWESOME!!!

DO you find that you are actually burning more calories and eating better with the bugg? Does it make you more conscious of what you are doing with that constant watchdog?

 

[goldcupmom]

Thanks, Amy & Tracy! I am now less than I was in January 1991 when we were living in a hotel in Phoenix waiting to find a house. (I gained 20 lbs in 1 month eating out every meal & having 2 kids, a dog & 2 cats in a hotel)

Yes, Amy, that is exactly what the bugg is doing for me. With WW I have accountability, but only 1x week and it's too easy to miss. This way it is on my arm 24/7 and constantly reminding me. I could skip recording food online, or ignore it, but the next time I logged in, the questions would start. I'm basically following my points, but making sure the bugg info is w/in reason. And, it is basically the same cost as WW for the 1st 6 months, then cheaper.

 

[toystoryduo]

Happy Mother's Day, Julie!

 

[traceycooper]

congrats on the loss Julie - i'm so pleased that all your hard work is finally paying off
i hate flying too - its about 9hrs to WDW & i keep my fingers crossed the whole way - honestly i'm not joking - i even eat my food with them crossed!!!
Just keep reminding yourself what a great time you'll have when you get their - seems to help for me
Happy Mothers day

 

[lovinaz]

Sounds like the bugg was well worth the drama it took to finally get it!

You are doing awesome, are you ready for your trip??

 

[traceycooper]

hope your having a good weekend Julie

 

[Lesli54]

Julie, you are amazing! Congrats on getting the lbs down.

It is great that you are doing so well with this program. Oh, what it must feel like to be in the 150's.

Hope you have a great week!

 

[Amy&Dan]

Julie, that is so incredible you are in the 150's! I am so proud of you, that just must feel so satisfying. I need a body bugg! When do you go to Florida? Did I miss that trip, maybe you are there now?

Congrats again, 40 pounds is a lot of weight to lose Wish Sis!!

Hate to fly to, but I do it anyway. With drugs of course!

 

[goldcupmom]

Yes, I am in FL now. Actually, I'm at Orlando airport waiting for my flight home. DBil dropped me off about 2:30 for a 6:10 flight.

It has done nothing but rain hard since Saturday evening here. The roof is leaking here at the airport in several places. It doesn't promise to be a smooth flight home & I hate bumps, so I'm dreading it a bit.

Food has been ok, but I still won't be surprised by a gain as it has been eating out & I'm sure tons of sodium. When I get back time to really buckle down as I leave for FL again in about 55 days.

Sunday DSis, me & one of the DNieces hit the outlet malls in orlando w/o little ones & shopped - left home at 8 a.m. & returned at 10:30 pm. unfortunately, I was unable to find really anything for me....3 tank tops from Costco. But I almost bought shorts at Ann Taylor size 8!! They were out of the color I wanted, but the 8 fit reasonably...a bit snug, but wearable. Of course, I have several surprises for DD & DS19...as usual. Nothing for DH or DS22....oh well.....

My anniversary is Friday & I have heard that DH has plans. Hopefully it doesn't involve tons of food.

Off to visit some journals before I need to go get some food & leave. More later.....

 

[Amy&Dan]

Julie, I am so bummed its raining for you! That is nice dh has something planned for your anniversary.

Hope the flight isn't too bumpy, I am a white knuckled flier too. Take some benadryl if nothing else, it can take a bit of the edge off and maybe you can even catch a few winks!

Size 8 shorts: AWESOME!!!