Team Donald – Biggest Loser “No Excuses” 2012 Challenge

[buzz5985]

QOTD Sunday, January 15
We have been talking a little bit about the voices in your head and negative self-talk and how harmful it can be. Having said that,

Give your self a complement. Ideally, I'd love to see three complements. But one catch. The complements cannot contain the following words: Mom, wife, friend, listener, daughter (you get the picture).

It's ok if you don't feel comfortable posting the complements here, but if you do that's great!

Did you find this easy or hard? How did you feel?

Bonus: If you could be any character for the day who would you be and why?

I have a great dry sense of humor. I have great eyes, a great smile, hair that obeys me, a lovely smile. I have a bust that many envy, and I love it. I am tall and have long legs. I have great hands, with long fingers. I know how to keep a secret. I am a force to be reckoned with at work. I am a great driver. I am a great organizer/party planner. I give back to my community. I am a FANTASTIC advocate of woman.

I have over 100 pounds to lose.

I choose to focus on my positives.

You wouldn't worry so much about what other people thought if you realised how seldom they do. - Eleanor Roosevelt

Great question Rose!!!

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I have had an awesome weekend. Nothing special - but I was able to book the last part of my vacation and can't believe it was availalbe. 23 years ago I took my neice to WDW and we stayed in a Treehouse, she was 9. I just booked a Treehouse and that same neice and her DS 5 is going with us in August. We are DVC members and will start our vacation out in HHI, on to BWV, then over to the Treehouse. My DS is taking a friend - so we are going to have a great time - plus babysitters if needed.

I am on

Janis

 

[pjlla]

Been sitting here typing replies for nearly an hour on my IPad and they just vanished! Screen went black for a split second and then I was at the main screen. not sure what I did but.........


Sorry I won't be taking the time for a do-over!

I will say it was great to see so many of you with great things to say about yourselves!

I'll pop on again later on the desktop so I can do some replies with fear of POOF!
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[VirataMama4]

QOTD Sunday:
1. I have amazing long curly hair
2. Pretty eyes
3. I am a strong woman and can do anything I put my mind too!


Good Morning!

This weekend had it ups and downs, but over all was pretty good. I struggled getting all my water yesterday, and finally got all of it, but boy could I feel the difference! I have been drinking more then the 64oz, and my body could feel that it was missing something. Who knew that would happen. I also noticed that I wanted to snack more and then I'd feel bad about it. It is also a couple of weeks before TOM and that is usually when I start snacking and craving sweets, so its going to be work the next couple of weeks. But I think if I can get past this first month, it will be easier next month.

 

[pjlla]

Popping in to say hi to my peeps. I miss you guys!!!!!!

I can't wait until we merge!

Miss you too! Hope all is well at your house.

Good morning Donalds!

We are invited to a Board Game Party tonight at one of my co-worker's house. It is kid friendly so DD is excited. I need to bring a side dish or app. I am going to try and make something yummy and healthy.

THat sounds like so much fun!!

Character - Snow White - I just identify with her. That being said, when I retire I want to work at WDW as THE Fairy Godmother. I am dead serious about this too. Everyone who knows this thinks I am crazy, but I KNOW am will be THE Fairy Godmother, and NOT a Fairy Godmother in Training either

FGM would be so much fun!

My sister just heard me say this out loud and replied, "You smell remarkable!"

What do you smell like??

But in reality, lol...
1. I am a very quick learner. After watching someone do something once or twice, I can usually do it on my own.
2. I am a pretty cute dresser when I am not working at the hospital. I shop way too much, and buy way too many accessories. It's a big part of the reason I won't quit my retail job!
3. This one isn't really from me, but I like it- I am (apparently) the funniest person my friends know. I don't know just how true this is, but I do think I'm pretty funny. And the more confident I get through weight loss, the better my timing/joke remembering ability gets.

I love people who can make me laugh.

That was a little harder than I thought it would be. It feels good though, to say those things in an environment here on the boards that is so pressure-free and positive and motivational.

I agree!!!!

If I could be any character for a day, it would be Ariel! She has always been my favorite character...and she's super-fit, like I will be one day!

OOohh.... what a cute costume too!

Hmmm. I guess my compliment is that if something needs to get done I will find a way to do it and do it well.

That is GREAT!

I would be Jasmine. I just like the whole movie of Aladdin.

Today I have also reached my minigoal I set for myself and my BMI is now less then 30!

Great job on reaching your mini-goal! Jasmine costume is but you could rock it!!

1. I am a hard worker.
2. I am a good cook.
3. I always can make people laugh.

This was a little difficult, because I wanted to write about being a mom and I wasn't allowed lol.

Bonus~I would love, love, love to be Belle. If I was a costume character, I think I would want to be either Chip or Dale. Those two are always so silly and crack my family up.

Chip and/or Dale would be SO MUCH FUN! They are is irreverent and playful!!

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Well, someone (me) forgot to lock the dog in her crate when we left for church this morning. Dh was home, but sleeping since he worked midnight. That silly dog decided to dump the garbage in the kitchen and eat everything that was edible except a few onion slices. I'm thinking she's not going to be feeling well today. And, as soon as I walked in and saw it, she knew she was in trouble. I looked at her and said, "What did you do?" She put her huge satellite ears back and took off out the doggy door. That will teach me! Oh, and now she is sound asleep laying in a spot of sunshine on the floor of the living room. The life of a dog...


Yet another reason why we don't have a dog!!

I went to Burger King while the kids were at Sunday School. They have that oatmeal like McDonald's has. I didn't know they also had it. I didn't get it, but I did get a croissant. Not the healthiest, but I logged it in MFP. I actually sat and did the last two of my classes grades for this nine weeks. My American History and World History are the biggest classes, so I saved those for last. So, all my grades are done except for one kid who has to make up a test. Now all I have to do is 2 loads of laundry, ironing, and cleaning the bathroom and I am done for the day. That leaves nothing for tomorrow! Yay! I may head to Target and Old Navy. It's about 20-25 minutes away. DS8 needs new uniform pants. The problem is that 8s are getting to short and 10s are too long. There's like a 5 inch difference between the two sizes. Does anyone else have this problem with their kids? I guess I'll get the 10s. I'm hoping for some sales, too!

I hope everyone enjoys your Sunday! I'll be back in a bit to check in.

Jill

Didn't realize that BK had oatmeal. I do love the McD oatmeal. It is waaaay more points than a regular bowl of oatmeal at home, but makes a nice healthy treat occasionally!! Is the BK oatmeal presweetened??

I am loving everyone's complements! You all are doing a great job. And I really appreciate everyone who said it is a little tough. It is a little tough for me too, but that was the point of the exercise I think. To get you thinking in a different direction. I know when my son was home, I had trouble identifying myself away from being a Mom and a wife. And I think that is part of the reason I let my health get away from me. I stopped caring about myself and stopped taking care of myself. But I would have been the first person to sacrifice anything for my family. I really have worked hard this last year at liking myself and feeling good about myself. It's still a work in progress, but I am getting there.

I think we ALL fall into that rut of thinking of ourselves in a particular role and nothing else. Other than my Bible study and exercise and my time here you with all, I have NOTHING else that I do that is strictly just FOR ME.... nothing even remotely "selfish". I can count on ONE HAND the number of "Mom only" weekends or girls nights I've done in the past 10 years.

I know I will have trouble adjusting when both the kid are gone and I am no longer "full-time" Mom. Thanks for giving me some food for thought.

So here's my answer to the QOTD:
I am a very spatial person. I am very aware of my surroundings. I can see things that are out of level (1/8inch over 6 ft.) It sounds weird, but it came in handy when we were building our deck and finishing our basement!


That is a GREAT talent! I'm pretty good at it myself.

I am also pretty artsy crafty when I want to be. I guess that would be creative.

And I have a very happy smile which I really like.

I agree on the happy smile! I saw that picture of the three of you that you posted on the Princess board (or was it your journal??).... it is GREAT!

Pamela--great answers to the QOTD! Did you know that there are careers based around going in and organizing people's stuff? My friend had someone come in and tell her how to arrange her furniture.

I'm not great with furniture, but I can totally rock an organized kitchen or pantry or closet! I swear I like organizing my scrap supplies better than I actually like scrapping!!


I can't remember who said they would be Fairy Godmother, but that's who I would choose. Those who have known me have heard this story before, but I call her "My Fairy Godmother". She ALWAYS throws me a kiss in the parade. At the Princess we had a long conversation and my BL friends who were with me said--she really is your Fairy Godmother! I want to be a skinnier version of her, without the grey hair, of course!

I got new running shoes today! So exciting. They are a pink version of my current shoes which are blue! I have never had pink running shoes before. They were never the right shoe for me. But I love the shoe I am in and they were able to order me a pink pair! I am sooooo happy! I also got a new jacket and running turtle neck. I'm trying some different inserts for my shoes, which I am a little nervous about, but the ones from my pt are bruising my foot a little, so I'm going to see how these do. The girls who sold me the shoes have had the same injuries as me so we all shared war stories.

Enjoy the rest of your day!

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WOOOHOO on new shoes.... and DOUBLE woohoo on them being pink!!

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1. I am a good planner. I like to plan our family schedule, our running plans and vacations. I tend to be very detail-oriented.

There seem to be a lot of good planners in our group!

2. I am good at good at cooking and baking. I wish I had more time to do this and that my family liked a bit more variety but when I get the chance I love to be in the kitchen.

Lucky you! I hate cooking but somehow I still get stuck doing it several times a day.

3. I am good at inspiring kids to read! I love children's literature and it is impossible for me not to try to spread the love of reading to kids. Students who don't like to read tell me all the time that they pick up books because of how I talked about a book. I am constantly loaning out my books, finding books for students and trying to find new books that might cause a kid who didn't love to read to love at least one book!

I love kids books too! I'm starting the Hunger Game series later this week. Have you read it? I know I'm behind the curve with this set.... heck, I only read the HP series for the first time this summer!

Bonus: I would be Tink. She is cute and a bit naughty at times. She seems to have a sense of adventure and I love that she can fly!

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I think I am finally in the groove. I am using My Fitness Pal and tracking everything. Today was my day of rest from running but did Wii fit for 30 minutes. Spent the day doing laundry again, organizing my coupons, doing some food planning so we are ready for the week and enjoying a day with the family.

I hope everyone had a great day!
Jen

You and I and the laundry ..... will it ever end???

1) I have really pretty eyes.

2) I'm good at making my co-workers and customers smile.

3) I'm actually a pretty good singer.


Great stuff!


This actually took me a couple of hours to decide. I have had people compliment me before, but I'm not really used to doing that for myself. I should try to do that more often.

Bonus: Definitely Belle. Everyone says I'm alot like her already. I'm a total daydreamer, always reading a book, dream of a 'great wide somewhere' and my friends say I'm the most likely to fall in love with a 'beast.'

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Was able to get my exercising in today which I'm really happy about. Did Just Dance 3 for almost 40 minutes but didn't find myself near as sore or out-of-breath as when I started so it's progress.

Spend the rest of the afternoon chilling out and working on a singing project. I did my favorite Disney song, "If I Never Knew You" from Pocahontas with an awesome karaoke I found on Youtube that had another guy doing the voice for John Smith. Spent another hour fixing the audio cause my microphone isn't all that great... But I'm really happy with how it turned out. Still need to post it...

Getting ready to go eat my favorite veggie: Asparagus!

Sounds like a great weekend. I did some JD3 also, but I'm an old lady and I TOTALLY don't do all of the moves. When I get confused I just make sure my right hand is still doing the moves!!

Crazy weekend, but what's new. Colby's foot looked yucky yesterday afternoon so after talking to his doctor I removed the stitches. It looked much better after a couple of hours. It appears the stitches were propagating the infection. It's nicely scabbed over now and I can cover it with a bandaid.

They younger 2 have tomorrow off, but Nick has school. They are in different school districts. I'm off, but Chris has to work. Chris is not happy that I have another long weekend as they did not get a paid holiday for Christmas or New Year's either.

I had a decent loss last week, but didn't eat well yesterday so i wouldn't be suprised if I've gained it all back.

First of all.... so happy to hear that Colby's foot is better.

Second....WOOHOO on the good loss!!

Enjoy your day off.

G
I have beautiful eyes and I have a knack for making people feel really welcome in my house. Compliments are tough to talk about!!!

The gift of hospitality is a wonderful thing. I have trouble with it because I am always so caught up in "is the house perfect?" and "is everything clean?" I think it tends to make guests uptight sometimes.


Horrible eating is an understatement. I'm good all day and then completely blow it at dinner. Last night I went to a dinner party and ate everything...filet minion, potato, bread, cake, appetizers... yes, I ate gluten too Tonight I had pizza and apple pie

Each meal was at the home of a friend and in a social situation...so, I guess this is something I should work on...dealing with eating outside my house.

Back on track tomorrow since I am off and can go grocery shopping. I need to PLAN my meals for the week and my exercise plan. I'm just so tired lately...probably my gluten slip is zapping my energy.

Off to bed early tonight~
Make great choices Donalds!

Eating socially can be so difficult. It is easy to be swayed by what others are ordering/eating... or by trying to please the hostess by eating everything she offers. As long as you realize it is something you need to work on, you are on the right track.

I have a great dry sense of humor. I have great eyes, a great smile, hair that obeys me, a lovely smile. I have a bust that many envy, and I love it. I am tall and have long legs. I have great hands, with long fingers. I know how to keep a secret. I am a force to be reckoned with at work. I am a great driver. I am a great organizer/party planner. I give back to my community. I am a FANTASTIC advocate of woman.

WOW! I'm so glad I'm your friend!!

I have over 100 pounds to lose.

I choose to focus on my positives.

You wouldn't worry so much about what other people thought if you realised how seldom they do. - Eleanor Roosevelt

AMEN! I'm always trying to tell my family not to worry so much about what others think (although I am plenty guilty of that myself). Chances are they AREN'T thinking about you!!

Great question Rose!!!

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I have had an awesome weekend. Nothing special - but I was able to book the last part of my vacation and can't believe it was availalbe. 23 years ago I took my neice to WDW and we stayed in a Treehouse, she was 9. I just booked a Treehouse and that same neice and her DS 5 is going with us in August. We are DVC members and will start our vacation out in HHI, on to BWV, then over to the Treehouse. My DS is taking a friend - so we are going to have a great time - plus babysitters if needed.

I am on

Janis

That sounds like so much fun!!


Well.... right after I posted on my Ipad, DD called to say that she will be getting a ride part way home from the Y, so I had a few extra minutes to do the replies that I originally lost!

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Yesterday was a very productive day here. I intended to spend a few hours at my scrapping table, but ended up cleaning my scrapping area instead! But that just means it is ready for me today!

DD has an ortho appointment at 11:20, but she doesn't want to go as she thinks it will take too much time away from studying. If she DOES end up going, I will pop into Target and Staples while we are out (although I'm sure she will complain bitterly). If not, I will probably wait and do my Target and Staples run tonight while she is at Rainbow Girls. It absolutely cannot wait any longer than that though.... we are out of black ink for the printer and DS has some homework he must get done/printed before tomorrow!! I try to always have at least one back-up ink cartridge of every color in stock, but it appears we have been doing a lot of printing lately!

Well... my tummy is growling loudly! I was going to try to wait until 8 am for breakfast, but I think I will at least have a bit of it now! TTYL.............P

 

[donac]

Good Monday morning

I hope you have the day off.

It was pretty quiet here. Just hung around the house yesterday afternoon and evening. I did some knitting but not enough. Watched about an hour of the Golden Globes and then went up to bed to read.

Nothing much planned for me today. Dh is prepping for his procedure. I feel bad for him since it is not until almost 2 this afternoon. I have to go grocery shopping but I think I will do that after he is home from the procedure.

Ds2 went back to school yesterday. I know he didn't want to get too settled here since he had to go back. He needed to go back so that he could get some more rest before classes started. His body was still not on east coast time. He should be fine by Tuesday when classes start.

Ds1 and his gf are going into the city today. I don't know what they are doing but I think they are going to Eatily which is run by Lida B and Mario Batalli.

QOTD I know how to work a graphic calculator and I am the person everyone comes to when they have a problem with the calculator.

I can keep a secret

I am dependable. When I say I am going to do something it gets done.

I love Belle Her hair color is the same as mine and I love to read just like her.

Have a happy and healthy day.

 

[lisah0711]

and good thoughts to you and your DH today, Dona!

Hello to the rest of Team Donald. Keep up the good work!

 

[tigger813]

HI all!

Just wanted to say hello to all of my friends over here on the Donald thread! Hope everyone is doing well!

TTFN

 

[mommyof2Pirates]

ok..here we go...my pics!

The first two are from right before I got preggo with my DD, So close to 4 years ago. I was about 24 at the time. That is what I consider to be the REAL me! That is the girl that I want in my wedding pictures in October! I am about 60 lbs away from being that girl again.

The other two are from our Disney trip this past December (I am 27 now, almost 28, but I feel like I look older then that in these pics). As you can see from the close up picture, I don't even look like the same person! That's why I look in the mirror and don't even recognize the girl looking back at me!! It is time to change that!

(I'm on the right.)
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I know what u mean aout not knowing the prson in the mirror but i agree wit the others. You are still a beautiful woman. You will get back to your old self and having your wedding will be great motivation.

So, I got my 8 miles in. (I am icing my foot as I type this.) I ran 2 minutes walked a minute and ended up with a 12 minute overall pace. I am happy with that, because long runs are supposed to be slower than race pace. If I could even finish Princess at 12 min miles I would be happy. (Ok, I won't be happy, it is much slower than I was last year, but I am coming back from a nasty, nasty injury, so I will take it and smile and be grateful that I am able to run again.)

Can you tell my brain has been having an internal struggle with this lately?

So after running (we were at the Y) I did the crankcycle and then did dips and pullups. As we were walking out to the car I asked Mike--tell me why again I like this sport and why I continue to think this is a good idea? (I was really tired, my foot was sore, and my legs were very sore from being undertrained due to the injury.) He looked at me and said---You looked really, really skinny when you were doing the pullups and dips. Ok, so I guess that's why I keep doing it.

I am going to watch the Pats/Broncos game (go Pats!!!) tonight, so I won't be around much. Everyone have a great Saturday night!

Totally did not realize yesterday when i posted that u ran 8 miles. U are amazing rose. And i love mikes response to you.

We almost always have egg beaters in the house. When an emergency dinner is needed, I pull out the frozen baggie of cut onions and peppers and add it to my egg beaters. I usually also have a jar of low fat spaghetti sauce and whole wheat noodles. We can add frozen veggies to that for a good meal as well.

Bonus - My favorite park...hands down = MK! To me, that is Disney.

Deb - Sorry that Colby's foot is infected. I hope that it is feeling better soon.

Ashley - I know that you said you did not lose any weight but I bet you are excited that your clothing is fitting differently. Sometimes that is a better feeling then losing a pound or two!

Sara - I think the hardest thing about the first few weeks is fighting through the stamina issues. As a runner who is starting over, I really understand how hard it is. Just fight through it because I promise that you can do it.

luvpoohandcompany - I have been using the My Fitness Pal the past couple of days and really love it. I found that there is a journal of sorts in there as well so I am using more and more of the app every day. I hope that your mom's sister is doing better!

Dona - I am sorry that your DS lost out of the 2nd interview. He always sounds like such an amazing young man and you must be proud of all that he does. I simply hope that something better comes along for him - something where they appreciate his hard work.

Pamela - HUGE thank you to YOU! I got a package in the mail from you today and spent some of my free time reading the WW magazines. I am going to read more tomorrow afternoon! I really appreciate you sending them. I will pass them along to someone else on the thread or to my friend who is new to WW! Glad you made it home safely last night!

Lindsay - Grandma's Marathon is an extremely well-known marathon in the midwest. It started when a group of guys wanted to have a marathon along the north shore of Lake Superior. They did not have enough money to do it so they asked a local restaurant, Grandma's, if they would help sponsor the event. Year's later, this marathon has grown immensely and Grandma's Restaurant does incredible business year round. The course is said to be beautiful and peaceful so we are excited to run this marathon.

Glad you had a great Zumba class today and I can't wait to hear all about the Disney vacation plans!

Michelle - I hope you are having fun in Gatlinburg! I think it is great that you took such a spontaneous trip!

Kathy - I just finished filling out the paperwork for my 150 hours of continuing education! I still need to get one more class completed (a mental health requirement) before I can do my renewal.

Great job tracking every bite this past week! I am sure that is going to really pay off!

Renee - I am so PROUD of you! It is great that despite the lack of sleep and a sick DS...you DID it! Great job sticking with it and starting week 2 of the C25K! I am sure it was hard in many ways but remember how great you feel when it was done. That feeling carries me through many hard runs! Keep it up!

Amy - My Fitness Pal has an issue with sugar I think. This morning I had a banana before my run and a clementine after my run and that put my sugars over. I was shocked! I might do some research online to see what is up with that or else I am just not going to worry about it much. My carbs are fine and I know my sugar is not coming from candy. If the sugar is all from fruit...then so be it!

Jenn the race sounds awesome

Another good day. I think that since I have finally resolved to really do this, it is so much easier.

I started the day with a 5.5 mile run. It was really cold (8°) and windy but I just layered up and got out there. DH and I took a route that had a lot of hills so it was a really workout. Our pace was a bit slower then I wanted but I am trying not to let it get to me because I have to remember that I am building up from scratch again.

When I got home, I drank 64 oz of water in one sitting! Guess I was thirsty from the run!

Today was filled with laundry and cleaning. I did take a bit of time in the afternoon to relax, read a bit and look at some paperwork that needed attention. I also tried to find a place for DH and I to stay when we run our marathon in June. I tried tons of hotels in the area and could not find one that would work. There was either no open rooms or the room rate was FAR ABOVE what we wanted to spend. Looks like DH and I will be bringing our camper and camping. Tomorrow I will try to find a campground. I am a bit worried about that choice because that means we will be a bit further away from the race. I don't mind it but if the kids come with, I don't want DD trying to maneuver the roads on her own to come and see us. She will have only had her license for 1 month and the roads in this area are challenging for even experienced drivers. More research will be needed tomorrow.

Tonight we had a great dinner as a family and then all watched a movie together. Now it is time to relax and watch some hockey!

Have a great night everyone!
Jen

I knew you would get there jenn. It is such a great feeling to get over the mental hurddle

QOTD Sunday, January 15
We have been talking a little bit about the voices in your head and negative self-talk and how harmful it can be. Having said that,

Give your self a complement. Ideally, I'd love to see three complements. But one catch. The complements cannot contain the following words: Mom, wife, friend, listener, daughter (you get the picture)

It's ok if you don't feel comfortable posting the complements here, but if you do that's great!

Did you find this easy or hard? How did you feel?

Bonus: If you could be any cha

Great sense of humor
Nice hair
Easy to talk to

I would be cinderella because she is my favorite princess and she lives in a beautiful castle

1. I am a hard worker.
2. I am a good cook.
3. I always can make people laugh.

This was a little difficult, because I wanted to write about being a mom and I wasn't allowed lol.

Bonus~I would love, love, love to be Belle. If I was a costume character, I think I would want to be either Chip or Dale. Those two are always so silly and crack my family up.




Well, we are huge Chicago Bear fans, so I am not rooting for the Packers today. DS8 is actually named Payton after Walter Payton. Although, I should root for our division today. I'll think about it lol. I am just anti-Tebow, so that's why I wanted NE to win.

I've also heard you can do baked potatoes in the crockpot. Maybe I'll try one day.




Way to go!!


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Well, someone (me) forgot to lock the dog in her crate when we left for church this morning. Dh was home, but sleeping since he worked midnight. That silly dog decided to dump the garbage in the kitchen and eat everything that was edible except a few onion slices. I'm thinking she's not going to be feeling well today. And, as soon as I walked in and saw it, she knew she was in trouble. I looked at her and said, "What did you do?" She put her huge satellite ears back and took off out the doggy door That will teach me! Oh, and now she is sound asleep laying in a spot of sunshine on the floor of the living room. The life of a dog...

I went to Burger King while the kids were at Sunday School. They have that oatmeal like McDonald's has. I didn't know they also had it. I didn't get it, but I did get a croissant. Not the healthiest, but I logged it in MFP. I actually sat and did the last two of my classes grades for this nine weeks. My American History and World History are the biggest classes, so I saved those for last. So, all my grades are done except for one kid who has to make up a test. Now all I have to do is 2 loads of laundry, ironing, and cleaning the bathroom and I am done for the day. That leaves nothing for tomorrow! Yay! I may head to Target and Old Navy. It's about 20-25 minutes away. DS8 needs new uniform pants. The problem is that 8s are getting to short and 10s are too long. There's like a 5 inch difference between the two sizes. Does anyone else have this problem with their kids? I guess I'll get the 10s. I'm hoping for some sales, too!

I hope everyone enjoys your Sunday! I'll be back in a bit to check in.

Jill

My son has the same issue with pants and i think the elastic adjustable belt that they put in most pants now is the greatest idea ever.

I am loving everyone's complements! You all are doing a great job. And I really appreciate everyone who said it is a little tough. It is a little tough for me too, but that was the point of the exercise I think. To get you thinking in a different direction. I know when my son was home, I had trouble identifying myself away from being a Mom and a wife. And I think that is part of the reason I let my health get away from me. I stopped caring about myself and stopped taking care of myself. But I would have been the first person to sacrifice anything for my family. I really have worked hard this last year at liking myself and feeling good about myself. It's still a work in progress, but I am getting there.

So here's my answer to the QOTD:
I am a very spatial person. I am very aware of my surroundings. I can see things that are out of level (1/8inch over 6 ft.) It sounds weird, but it came in handy when we were building our deck and finishing our basement!

I am also pretty artsy crafty when I want to be. I guess that would be creative.

And I have a very happy smile which I really like.

Pamela--great answers to the QOTD! Did you know that there are careers based around going in and organizing people's stuff? My friend had someone come in and tell her how to arrange her furniture.

Dona--I definitely have to try the potatoes that way! Do you poke them or put aluminum foil around the potatoes?





Great complement! Have fun tonight!



I'm glad you felt ok to answer the question! Smelling good is a good thing! And being a cute dresser and funny is awesome!


So you must be the go to person! Congrats on your mini goal!


I knew if I didn't put that one in that we would have a lot of great Moms, wives and good listeners! Great job on your complements!


I am so jealous about the no grey hair. I am 44 and I have to color. Well, I don't have to, but I do if you know what I mean! And lice, uggh. I would have been itchy too!


Being a caring person is a great thing!

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I can't remember who said they would be Fairy Godmother, but that's who I would choose. Those who have known me have heard this story before, but I call her "My Fairy Godmother". She ALWAYS throws me a kiss in the parade. At the Princess we had a long conversation and my BL friends who were with me said--she really is your Fairy Godmother! I want to be a skinnier version of her, without the grey hair, of course!

I got new running shoes today! So exciting. They are a pink version of my current shoes which are blue! I have never had pink running shoes before. They were never the right shoe for me. But I love the shoe I am in and they were able to order me a pink pair! I am sooooo happy! I also got a new jacket and running turtle neck. I'm trying some different inserts for my shoes, which I am a little nervous about, but the ones from my pt are bruising my foot a little, so I'm going to see how these do. The girls who sold me the shoes have had the same injuries as me so we all shared war stories.

Enjoy the rest of your day!

My new shoes are pink too

Jenn - I would totally take you up on the chicken soup! I still haven't made my zero point cabbage soup and I think I am going to hold off. Tomorrow we are having chicken and I am going to take the left overs and see if I can't make some sort of low fat soup with it.

Jill - How is DS today? I hope he is getting better. BTW...I have report cards due in a week and am totally with you - time to assign less work! Thankfully the last project that my students need to do are presentations and so I can grade them as they present and get then in the grade book quickly.

Fran - Your appetizers sounded so good! I might have to check out that website!

Amy - Great job reaching your mini-goal!

Rose - What type of shoes did you buy? I LOVE pink shoes! My last pair and my current pair are red and bright yellow. I didn't really like them at first but since I have found matching running clothes I am happy! Where did you find the clothing? I really would like a new running skirt but it just seems like they are so expensive right now. I just really love buying running gear.



Compliments:
1. I am a good planner. I like to plan our family schedule, our running plans and vacations. I tend to be very detail-oriented.

2. I am good at good at cooking and baking. I wish I had more time to do this and that my family liked a bit more variety but when I get the chance I love to be in the kitchen.

3. I am good at inspiring kids to read! I love children's literature and it is impossible for me not to try to spread the love of reading to kids. Students who don't like to read tell me all the time that they pick up books because of how I talked about a book. I am constantly loaning out my books, finding books for students and trying to find new books that might cause a kid who didn't love to read to love at least one book!

Bonus: I would be Tink. She is cute and a bit naughty at times. She seems to have a sense of adventure and I love that she can fly!

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I think I am finally in the groove. I am using My Fitness Pal and tracking everything. Today was my day of rest from running but did Wii fit for 30 minutes. Spent the day doing laundry again, organizing my coupons, doing some food planning so we are ready for the week and enjoying a day with the family.

I hope everyone had a great day!
Jen

I am so glad you got your groove back jenn. So proud of u

I have a great dry sense of humor. I have great eyes, a great smile, hair that obeys me, a lovely smile. I have a bust that many envy, and I love it. I am tall and have long legs. I have great hands, with long fingers. I know how to keep a secret. I am a force to be reckoned with at work. I am a great driver. I am a great organizer/party planner. I give back to my community. I am a FANTASTIC advocate of woman.

I have over 100 pounds to lose.

I choose to focus on my positives.

You wouldn't worry so much about what other people thought if you realised how seldom they do. - Eleanor Roosevelt

Great question Rose!!!

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I have had an awesome weekend. Nothing special - but I was able to book the last part of my vacation and can't believe it was availalbe. 23 years ago I took my neice to WDW and we stayed in a Treehouse, she was 9. I just booked a Treehouse and that same neice and her DS 5 is going with us in August. We are DVC members and will start our vacation out in HHI, on to BWV, then over to the Treehouse. My DS is taking a friend - so we are going to have a great time - plus babysitters if needed.

I am on

Janis

Your trip sounds awesome janis

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Sorry i didnt make it on yesterday. My family got together to celebrate my bday yesterday. It was very nice and i got some great gifts.i am currently typing from my android tablet my parents got me. I also got myself new sneakers with the money i got. they are awesome and i am so happy to have new ones. I did go over my calories yesterday a little but overall made good choices. Today i weighed the same as friday so i was happy about that.
Im off today with ryan since school is closed. I need to get cleaning before i waste the day away on the computer. I will check back in later.

Keep up the good work everyone

 

[mikamah]

I have a great dry sense of humor. I have great eyes, a great smile, hair that obeys me, a lovely smile. I have a bust that many envy, and I love it. I am tall and have long legs. I have great hands, with long fingers. I know how to keep a secret. I am a force to be reckoned with at work. I am a great driver. I am a great organizer/party planner. I give back to my community. I am a FANTASTIC advocate of woman.

I have over 100 pounds to lose.

I choose to focus on my positives.

You wouldn't worry so much about what other people thought if you realised how seldom they do. - Eleanor Roosevelt

Great question Rose!!!

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I have had an awesome weekend. Nothing special - but I was able to book the last part of my vacation and can't believe it was availalbe. 23 years ago I took my neice to WDW and we stayed in a Treehouse, she was 9. I just booked a Treehouse and that same neice and her DS 5 is going with us in August. We are DVC members and will start our vacation out in HHI, on to BWV, then over to the Treehouse. My DS is taking a friend - so we are going to have a great time - plus babysitters if needed.

I am on

Janis

Love your compliments. And eleanor's quote, which is so very true. Congrats on booking your trip!! That is so exciting.

Been sitting here typing replies for nearly an hour on my IPad and they just vanished! Screen went black for a split second and then I was at the main screen. not sure what I did but.........
............P

That just plain stinks. Glad you found some extra time to post.

and good thoughts to you and your DH today, Dona!

Hello to the rest of Team Donald. Keep up the good work!

Hi Lisa!! We miss seeing you here!!!

HI all!

Just wanted to say hello to all of my friends over here on the Donald thread! Hope everyone is doing well!

TTFN

Hi Tracey!! Hope you are well too!!

Well, someone (me) forgot to lock the dog in her crate when we left for church this morning. Dh was home, but sleeping since he worked midnight. That silly dog decided to dump the garbage in the kitchen and eat everything that was edible except a few onion slices. I'm thinking she's not going to be feeling well today. And, as soon as I walked in and saw it, she knew she was in trouble. I looked at her and said, "What did you do?" She put her huge satellite ears back and took off out the doggy door That will teach me! Oh, and now she is sound asleep laying in a spot of sunshine on the floor of the living room. The life of a dog.
Jill

Oh no! Hope she was ok after her garbage feast. And thanks for the reminder of why the crate is a good thing. I start thinking about leaving Poko out of the crate for a bit, but today she chewed up one of my socks, and a pencil ds has left out. The pencil she chewed right in front of ds while he watched tv, so I know she does need to be in the crate for now.

[3. I don't have any gray hair ... yet. I am 45 and I'm very lucky.


I have a funny story about this. Lice was going around my school and I had a few kiddos get it. Of course I started to itch my head and went to see the nurse. As she was looking through my hair, she all of a sudden says,"OH MY GOSH!". In a panic, I said, "What ... I have lice???!!!" And she responds, "No, you don't have any gray hair!" She just about gave me a heart attack!

I'm 47 and very jealous. Funny story on the lice check. My head is a little itchy now after the lice talk. We have gotten the lice letter home from school at least 3 times this year, and it skeeves me out.

I I got new running shoes today! So exciting. They are a pink version of my current shoes which are blue! I have never had pink running shoes before. They were never the right shoe for me. But I love the shoe I am in and they were able to order me a pink pair! I am sooooo happy! I also got a new jacket and running turtle neck. I'm trying some different inserts for my shoes, which I am a little nervous about, but the ones from my pt are bruising my foot a little, so I'm going to see how these do. The girls who sold me the shoes have had the same injuries as me so we all shared war stories.!

Whoo hoo!! Congrats on the new shoes!! Mine are boring blue and white, it was all they had, but I went online and found last years version in pink/gray/black and ordered a second pair. I felt a little guilty, but I deserve it, right? My last pair was over a year old.

3. I am good at inspiring kids to read! I love children's literature and it is impossible for me not to try to spread the love of reading to kids. Students who don't like to read tell me all the time that they pick up books because of how I talked about a book. I am constantly loaning out my books, finding books for students and trying to find new books that might cause a kid who didn't love to read to love at least one book!

Bonus: I would be Tink. She is cute and a bit naughty at times. She seems to have a sense of adventure and I love that she can fly!

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I think I am finally in the groove. I am using My Fitness Pal and tracking everything. Today was my day of rest from running but did Wii fit for 30 minutes. Spent the day doing laundry again, organizing my coupons, doing some food planning so we are ready for the week and enjoying a day with the family.

Getting kids to love reading is so cool. A couple years ago, ds couldn't get enough of books, but lately not so much. I want to get a book we can read together and try and get him hooked again. Maybe the harry potters.
Glad you are feeling in the groove again!! And 150 ce hours!! Yikes, that's a lot.

Crazy weekend, but what's new. Colby's foot looked yucky yesterday afternoon so after talking to his doctor I removed the stitches. It looked much better after a couple of hours. It appears the stitches were propagating the infection. It's nicely scabbed over now and I can cover it with a bandaid.

Glad to hear Colby's doing better.

I would be Belle...she's strong, kind, and was able to fall in love with the inside of the man and see beyond his rough exterior.
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Horrible eating is an understatement. I'm good all day and then completely blow it at dinner. Last night I went to a dinner party and ate everything...filet minion, potato, bread, cake, appetizers... yes, I ate gluten too Tonight I had pizza and apple pie

Each meal was at the home of a friend and in a social situation...so, I guess this is something I should work on...dealing with eating outside my house.

Back on track tomorrow since I am off and can go grocery shopping. I need to PLAN my meals for the week and my exercise plan. I'm just so tired lately...probably my gluten slip is zapping my energy.

Off to bed early tonight~
Make great choices Donalds!

Today is a new day to get back on track!! YOu can do it!! Love your reason to be belle. So very true.

Good morning fellow losers and maintainers

These threads are flying, so I'm not even going to attempt to keep up with them and all the weigh-ins that have been coming in.

I did want to jump in quick and remind people to keep sending their weigh-ins. We're seeing some great results this week

Hope everyone has a great Sunday

Hi Sue! Thank you for all your hard work as weight keeper!!

QOTD Sunday, January 15
We have been talking a little bit about the voices in your head and negative self-talk and how harmful it can be. Having said that,

Give your self a complement. Ideally, I'd love to see three complements. But one catch. The complements cannot contain the following words: Mom, wife, friend, listener, daughter (you get the picture).

It's ok if you don't feel comfortable posting the complements here, but if you do that's great!

Did you find this easy or hard? How did you feel?

Bonus: If you could be any character for the day who would you be and why?

I am compassionate and empathetic and have a knack for helping my patients to relax and cope.
I am determined and when I set my mind to do something I find a way to get there.
I have great thick hair. (even if it grows out gray)

It was not easy to compliment myself. I'd say I don't do it enough. As I wrote the determined comment, I was thinking about when I bought my condo, had my son, bought my house, did the princess. But when I think about my weight loss, there have been times I've been successful, and determined, and I need to get that determination back again. I was feeling it last week, but yesterday got a little lazy, and thought i did track everything, I was not as good as I need to be. So today is a new day, started with a high protein bkfst, a good dog walk/jog, and a new determination to reach my goal.

I would love to be chip or dale, or Tigger. They get to be silly and make people laugh. Though in my fantasy, my costume would be air conditioned. I can not even imagine how they do it in the summer.

So, I got my 8 miles in. (I am icing my foot as I type this.) I ran 2 minutes walked a minute and ended up with a 12 minute overall pace. I am happy with that, because long runs are supposed to be slower than race pace. If I could even finish Princess at 12 min miles I would be happy. (Ok, I won't be happy, it is much slower than I was last year, but I am coming back from a nasty, nasty injury, so I will take it and smile and be grateful that I am able to run again.)

Can you tell my brain has been having an internal struggle with this lately?

So after running (we were at the Y) I did the crankcycle and then did dips and pullups. As we were walking out to the car I asked Mike--tell me why again I like this sport and why I continue to think this is a good idea? (I was really tired, my foot was sore, and my legs were very sore from being undertrained due to the injury.) He looked at me and said---You looked really, really skinny when you were doing the pullups and dips. Ok, so I guess that's why I keep doing it.

I am going to watch the Pats/Broncos game (go Pats!!!) tonight, so I won't be around much. Everyone have a great Saturday night!

Good work on the run, and I love how much Mike loves you and gets you. So sweet. I think you should forget about time at the princess, and stop along the way and meet all the characters and do a photo collage of your race.
Thanks for cheering on the Pats.

Good morning everyone!!

I'm happy to have one more day off this weekend. Ds is going to swim with a friend after lunch, and I'll visit with the mom. Otherwise, not much on the agenda. Ds need to practice his sax, he's been slacking since vacation. It's a nice sunny day and supposed to warm up so we'll all walk this afternoon, and maybe go to the skate park.

Enjoy the day!!

 

[mikamah]

Sorry i didnt make it on yesterday. My family got together to celebrate my bday yesterday. It was very nice and i got some great gifts.i am currently typing from my android tablet my parents got me. I also got myself new sneakers with the money i got. they are awesome and i am so happy to have new ones. I did go over my calories yesterday a little but overall made good choices. Today i weighed the same as friday so i was happy about that.
Im off today with ryan since school is closed. I need to get cleaning before i waste the day away on the computer. I will check back in later.

Happy Birthday, Lindsay!! Enjoy the new Tablet!!

 

[lisah0711]

Hi Lisa!! We miss seeing you here!!!

Miss you all too!

Good work on the run, and I love how much Mike loves you and gets you. So sweet. I think you should forget about time at the princess, and stop along the way and meet all the characters and do a photo collage of your race.

Yes, Rose, what she said.

Sorry guys just can't resist following Kathy around!

 

[jenanderson]

Morning Everyone! We have plans to get out this morning and do a bit of shopping so I wanted to come post a few things before we go. I plan on coming back and responding to everyone a bit later.

First, Happy Birthday Lindsay! I hope you had a really great birthday and that this is a special year for you!

Second, another great quote was waiting for me in my e-mail this morning (I signed up to get them each weekday from Runner's World). This is a good one for us:

If you believe in yourself and have the courage, the determination, the dedication, the competitive drive, and you are willing to sacrifice the little things in life and pay the price for the things that are worthwhile, it can be done.

Finally, while I am finally back in the groove, today I am a bit cranky. I had lost weight this weekend and now I am back up this morning. I know the scale fluctuates. I know that it will go back down. Still, it made me cranky because I was so good all weekend long. It made me cranky that I did everything I was suppose to and went up. So, instead of dwelling on it, we are going to go out and shop. It is 50% off at the thrift store today and we will go to the MOA to get my DD the dress she wants for her semi-formal (I finally got a coupon for it). I will be sure we walk a lot while we are out.

Have a happy day everyone!
Jen

 

[GoofyPredsFan]

QOTD Sunday:
1. I have amazing long curly hair
2. Pretty eyes
3. I am a strong woman and can do anything I put my mind too!


Good Morning!

This weekend had it ups and downs, but over all was pretty good. I struggled getting all my water yesterday, and finally got all of it, but boy could I feel the difference! I have been drinking more then the 64oz, and my body could feel that it was missing something. Who knew that would happen. I also noticed that I wanted to snack more and then I'd feel bad about it. It is also a couple of weeks before TOM and that is usually when I start snacking and craving sweets, so its going to be work the next couple of weeks. But I think if I can get past this first month, it will be easier next month.

You know what? For some reason I felt like snacking all day yesterday too and I also didn't drink like I have been. I didn't put two and two together, so I'm glad you mentioned this. Our van decided to "be sick" yesterday as I was about to leave, over the weekend I worked on two 10 page reports for my classes and today and tomorrow I have two final exams to take. (my school is online.) Plus the whole family has been home all weekend and today which makes things a little harder!! So I've been sitting here mad at everything, but now I realize another reason why its so important to get in that water. It seems to be the glue to holding it all together!!! Thanks.
--Lynda

 

[VirataMama4]

You know what? For some reason I felt like snacking all day yesterday too and I also didn't drink like I have been. I didn't put two and two together, so I'm glad you mentioned this. Our van decided to "be sick" yesterday as I was about to leave, over the weekend I worked on two 10 page reports for my classes and today and tomorrow I have two final exams to take. (my school is online.) Plus the whole family has been home all weekend and today which makes things a little harder!! So I've been sitting here mad at everything, but now I realize another reason why its so important to get in that water. It seems to be the glue to holding it all together!!! Thanks.
--Lynda

Your life sounds like mine last week! My car had 2 flat tires(same tire, just wasn't fixed right) 2 different days, the day after the tire finally got fixed, the check engine light came on and it took 2 days for us to figure out what was causing it... DH is in his final couple of months of school online and has been working 12 hour shifts, so when he's not at work he's on the computer. And he has that "man superpower" to tune everyone out when he's working... And I think the kids are trying to drive me insane this weekend! I can't wait for tomorrow when they go back to school. Hope your week gets better!

 

[Rose&Mike]

Sorry to be so late!

Here is the QOTD.

QOTD Monday, January 16th
Do you have any exercise planned for this week?

Bonus--What is your favorite time to visit WDW or DL?

 

[my3princes]

QOTD Sunday, January 15
We have been talking a little bit about the voices in your head and negative self-talk and how harmful it can be. Having said that,

Give your self a complement. Ideally, I'd love to see three complements. But one catch. The complements cannot contain the following words: Mom, wife, friend, listener, daughter (you get the picture).

It's ok if you don't feel comfortable posting the complements here, but if you do that's great!

Did you find this easy or hard? How did you feel?

Bonus: If you could be any character for the day who would you be and why?

I am very crafty and come up with some really fun projects
I can do anything around the house and anything to the house from plumbing to roofing to interior design
I'm very driven

Sorry to be so late!

Here is the QOTD.

QOTD Monday, January 16th
Do you have any exercise planned for this week?

Bonus--What is your favorite time to visit WDW or DL?

I never have any exercise planned. With -16 degrees outside and bad weather on the way I can guanantee it won't be outside. I did do a ton of housework this morning so I burned some calories.

 

[cjdj4]

Good afternoon everyone! No plans for the day. Just taking down the tree (yes, it is still up). Anytime we get it down before Valentines day is a good year I am going to go running, finally. I have zero plans other than those two things and it has been a super lazy morning here.

I can't remember who said they would be Fairy Godmother, but that's who I would choose. Those who have known me have heard this story before, but I call her "My Fairy Godmother". She ALWAYS throws me a kiss in the parade. At the Princess we had a long conversation and my BL friends who were with me said--she really is your Fairy Godmother! I want to be a skinnier version of her, without the grey hair, of course!

I got new running shoes today! So exciting. They are a pink version of my current shoes which are blue! I have never had pink running shoes before. They were never the right shoe for me. But I love the shoe I am in and they were able to order me a pink pair! I am sooooo happy! I also got a new jacket and running turtle neck. I'm trying some different inserts for my shoes, which I am a little nervous about, but the ones from my pt are bruising my foot a little, so I'm going to see how these do. The girls who sold me the shoes have had the same injuries as me so we all shared war stories.

It was me who wants to be a Fairy Godmother. I love that she is yours I didn't think about the weight part. I think I need to be a skinnier FGM too.

I love new running shoes. Especilly pink ones

Jenn - I would totally take you up on the chicken soup! I still haven't made my zero point cabbage soup and I think I am going to hold off. Tomorrow we are having chicken and I am going to take the left overs and see if I can't make some sort of low fat soup with it.

I am good at inspiring kids to read! I love children's literature and it is impossible for me not to try to spread the love of reading to kids. Students who don't like to read tell me all the time that they pick up books because of how I talked about a book. I am constantly loaning out my books, finding books for students and trying to find new books that might cause a kid who didn't love to read to love at least one book!

I think I am finally in the groove.

I have never made the cabbage soup. Is it any good? I have made the WW taco soup before. I was not in love. I love that you are good at inspiring kids to read. That is are rare gift. It's great that you feel like you have your groove going.

3. I don't have any gray hair ... yet. I am 45 and I'm very lucky.

You are lucky! I found my first grey at 18
I have a funny story about this. Lice was going around my school and I had a few kiddos get it. Of course I started to itch my head and went to see the nurse. As she was looking through my hair, she all of a sudden says,"OH MY GOSH!". In a panic, I said, "What ... I have lice???!!!" And she responds, "No, you don't have any gray hair!" She just about gave me a heart attack!

That is a funny story. I hate lice!!!!! Of course DD got it 2 years ago. Guess who else got it? Yep, that was me. What a nightmare. Just thinking about it gives me the Heebee Jeebees!

I hate when kids at school get lice. I feel ichy for at least a week! One time I woke DH up to check my hair in the middle of the night. Needless to say, he wasn't happy with me


My next nine weeks grading gets all messed up because we have weeks of state testing. I don't assign much during testing weeks, so I end up not having as many grades. I'm actually looking forward to it! I still have to finish up that darn IEP. I'm almost done, though.!

Been sitting here typing replies for nearly an hour on my IPad and they just vanished! Screen went black for a split second and then I was at the main screen. not sure what I did but.........

That is the worst. One thing I try to do is remember to copy everything you wrote just in case it doesn't post. At least that way you won't have to retype it all.

FGM would be so much fun!

Right? It would be so cool going around and granting wishes, turning pumpkins into carriages and such.

I would be cinderella because she is my favorite princess and she lives in a beautiful castle


Sorry i didnt make it on yesterday. My family got together to celebrate my bday yesterday. It was very nice and i got some great gifts.i am currently typing from my android tablet my parents got me. I also got myself new sneakers with the money i got. they are awesome and i am so happy to have new ones. I did go over my calories yesterday a little but overall made good choices. Today i weighed the same as friday so i was happy about that.
Im off today with ryan since school is closed. I need to get cleaning before i waste the day away on the computer. I will check back in later.

Happy Birthday!

If you believe in yourself and have the courage, the determination, the dedication, the competitive drive, and you are willing to sacrifice the little things in life and pay the price for the things that are worthwhile, it can be done.

Finally, while I am finally back in the groove, today I am a bit cranky. I had lost weight this weekend and now I am back up this morning. I know the scale fluctuates. I know that it will go back down. Still, it made me cranky because I was so good all weekend long. It made me cranky that I did everything I was suppose to and went up. So, instead of dwelling on it, we are going to go out and shop.

Great attitude! Don't let the scale get you down. Thanks for the quote

Sorry to be so late!

Here is the QOTD.

QOTD Monday, January 16th
Do you have any exercise planned for this week?

Bonus--What is your favorite time to visit WDW or DL?

I am going to ease back into running this week. I have been avioding it up to now. But, it is gorgeous out and I have no plans (other than to get that dang Xmas tree down, lol). So I have no excuses. I need to go running.

MY favorite time to visit WDW is during Food and Wine

 

[Rose&Mike]

Rose - What type of shoes did you buy? I LOVE pink shoes! My last pair and my current pair are red and bright yellow. I didn't really like them at first but since I have found matching running clothes I am happy! Where did you find the clothing? I really would like a new running skirt but it just seems like they are so expensive right now. I just really love buying running gear.

Compliments:
1. I am a good planner. I like to plan our family schedule, our running plans and vacations. I tend to be very detail-oriented.

2. I am good at good at cooking and baking. I wish I had more time to do this and that my family liked a bit more variety but when I get the chance I love to be in the kitchen.

3. I am good at inspiring kids to read! I love children's literature and it is impossible for me not to try to spread the love of reading to kids. Students who don't like to read tell me all the time that they pick up books because of how I talked about a book. I am constantly loaning out my books, finding books for students and trying to find new books that might cause a kid who didn't love to read to love at least one book!

Bonus: I would be Tink. She is cute and a bit naughty at times. She seems to have a sense of adventure and I love that she can fly!

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I think I am finally in the groove. I am using My Fitness Pal and tracking everything. Today was my day of rest from running but did Wii fit for 30 minutes. Spent the day doing laundry again, organizing my coupons, doing some food planning so we are ready for the week and enjoying a day with the family.

I hope everyone had a great day!
Jen

Great compliments Jen! I'm glad you are feeling more on! I love what you said about reading and kids. When he was little my DS called his books his "friends." (Of course he had real friends too.) He just loved to read!

My shoes are Brooks Ghost 4. They come in three colors, but most of the stores don't have the pink so they ordered them for me.

I have tricky feet and this is why I encourage everyone to have someone check and make sure they are in the right shoe at least once a year. In 2010 when I weighed 50 more pounds I pronated. So I needed shoes for that. In 2011 after I lost all the weight I was running shoes for pronating and was having plantar fascitis problems so added in an insert. Well guess what???? I wasn't pronating anymore. I ended up with the nastiest case of itbs. Now I actually suppinate a tiny bit, but I still need good arch support cause of the p-f and other foot issues. So I run in the Brooks with a custom insert. The Brooks are a neutral shoe with good cushioning and arch support.

Mike has been kind of hinting about trying to go to the "barefoot" shoes, specifically the Merrells after spring racing season is over. I'm not sure how I feel about that yet.

I got a shirt and jacket at Target. They were on clearance. I need to look around for a waterproof jacket on clearance. I just can't pay a $100 for a jacket!

1) I have really pretty eyes.

2) I'm good at making my co-workers and customers smile.

3) I'm actually a pretty good singer.

This actually took me a couple of hours to decide. I have had people compliment me before, but I'm not really used to doing that for myself. I should try to do that more often.

Bonus: Definitely Belle. Everyone says I'm alot like her already. I'm a total daydreamer, always reading a book, dream of a 'great wide somewhere' and my friends say I'm the most likely to fall in love with a 'beast.'

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Was able to get my exercising in today which I'm really happy about. Did Just Dance 3 for almost 40 minutes but didn't find myself near as sore or out-of-breath as when I started so it's progress.

Spend the rest of the afternoon chilling out and working on a singing project. I did my favorite Disney song, "If I Never Knew You" from Pocahontas with an awesome karaoke I found on Youtube that had another guy doing the voice for John Smith. Spent another hour fixing the audio cause my microphone isn't all that great... But I'm really happy with how it turned out. Still need to post it...

Getting ready to go eat my favorite veggie: Asparagus!

Great job on your exercise and your compliments!

New running shoes are always so exciting! What kind of shoes do you wear? I have to check to see what mine are. I need serious arch support in my shoes.

I have arch issues, too. Well specifically I am recovering from a nasty p-f flareup. They told me yesterday at the running store that a lot of the shoes with good arch support also are made to correct mild to moderate pronation. Since I now suppinate, I had to go with the neutral shoes. My physical therapist made custom inserts for me for about $85.00. I have to replace them about once a year she said. I also have a pair of over the counter inserts cause sometimes the custom ones get wet and sweaty and need a day off.

Oh, and I have been running Brooks Ghost since last April and have been really happy with them. Especially since they have pink now!

Crazy weekend, but what's new. Colby's foot looked yucky yesterday afternoon so after talking to his doctor I removed the stitches. It looked much better after a couple of hours. It appears the stitches were propagating the infection. It's nicely scabbed over now and I can cover it with a bandaid.

They younger 2 have tomorrow off, but Nick has school. They are in different school districts. I'm off, but Chris has to work. Chris is not happy that I have another long weekend as they did not get a paid holiday for Christmas or New Year's either.

I had a decent loss last week, but didn't eat well yesterday so i wouldn't be suprised if I've gained it all back.

i'm glad his foot is doing better! Hang in there!

I have beautiful eyes and I have a knack for making people feel really welcome in my house. Compliments are tough to talk about!!!

I would be Belle...she's strong, kind, and was able to fall in love with the inside of the man and see beyond his rough exterior.



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Horrible eating is an understatement. I'm good all day and then completely blow it at dinner. Last night I went to a dinner party and ate everything...filet minion, potato, bread, cake, appetizers... yes, I ate gluten too Tonight I had pizza and apple pie

Great compliments! Can you tell when you have gluten? When I first went gluten free I would feel horrid if I even had a tiny bit. It's been so long since I have had any on purpose, I have no idea how I would feel.

Dinner parties are hard. I would try to drink a ton of water. Also try to incorporate the slow eating philosophies. Fork down between every bite. Tiny portions. Each portion should take 15 minutes to eat--that way you will know if you are full or not before getting something else.

I find by staying home - we have become closer as a family. DS now 15, loves to help out in the kitchen. It's amazing what he will talk about while slicing vegies, or peeling potatos!!! Whatever you like to eat - you can find a copycat recipe for that dish. We love good steaks. I would much rather go to a butcher and spend $12.99/pound for a great sirloin steak/filet mignon/ribe eye - than spend $19.99 for a chain restaurant steak. Believe me - there's a huge difference. Outback we will spend close to $100 for the 3 of us. I will go to my butcher spend $53 for 3 steaks. Baked potatoes another $3. Asparagus - $2.99. Salad, wine. $70 tops for the house version - but the trick - it fed us for 2 days!!! Fine china, candles, nice music - lovely family dinner.

Mike and I were having a similar conversation yesterday. I found some g-f pasta that I want to order online and they ship it to you. They have pumpkin ravioli and all kinds of really yummy stuff that I never get to have anymore. Well, it's kind of pricey. But one, we can't find it anywhere around here. And two even if we could find it to eat out, it would cost way more than going out to eat. So I need to just decide it's worth the money and then we get it make a big deal, get out the wine and the candles and have a good meal.

Thanks for sharing.

I have a great dry sense of humor. I have great eyes, a great smile, hair that obeys me, a lovely smile. I have a bust that many envy, and I love it. I am tall and have long legs. I have great hands, with long fingers. I know how to keep a secret. I am a force to be reckoned with at work. I am a great driver. I am a great organizer/party planner. I give back to my community. I am a FANTASTIC advocate of woman.

I have over 100 pounds to lose.

I choose to focus on my positives.

You wouldn't worry so much about what other people thought if you realised how seldom they do. - Eleanor Roosevelt

Great question Rose!!!

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I have had an awesome weekend. Nothing special - but I was able to book the last part of my vacation and can't believe it was availalbe. 23 years ago I took my neice to WDW and we stayed in a Treehouse, she was 9. I just booked a Treehouse and that same neice and her DS 5 is going with us in August. We are DVC members and will start our vacation out in HHI, on to BWV, then over to the Treehouse. My DS is taking a friend - so we are going to have a great time - plus babysitters if needed.

I am on

Janis

Great compliments! And congratulations on your trip! Too exciting! Sounds like lots and lots of fun!

QOTD Sunday:
1. I have amazing long curly hair
2. Pretty eyes
3. I am a strong woman and can do anything I put my mind too!


Good Morning!

This weekend had it ups and downs, but over all was pretty good. I struggled getting all my water yesterday, and finally got all of it, but boy could I feel the difference! I have been drinking more then the 64oz, and my body could feel that it was missing something. Who knew that would happen. I also noticed that I wanted to snack more and then I'd feel bad about it. It is also a couple of weeks before TOM and that is usually when I start snacking and craving sweets, so its going to be work the next couple of weeks. But I think if I can get past this first month, it will be easier next month.

PMS is always challenging for me, but I try to look at it as, if I can make it through that week without a gain, I know a week later I will have a good loss! Great job on the compliments!

Have a good day Pamela!


Dona--I hope today goes by fast and brings you good news!

and good thoughts to you and your DH today, Dona!

Hello to the rest of Team Donald. Keep up the good work!

Hi Lisa!

HI all!

Just wanted to say hello to all of my friends over here on the Donald thread! Hope everyone is doing well!

TTFN

And you too Tracey!

Sorry i didnt make it on yesterday. My family got together to celebrate my bday yesterday. It was very nice and i got some great gifts.i am currently typing from my android tablet my parents got me. I also got myself new sneakers with the money i got. they are awesome and i am so happy to have new ones. I did go over my calories yesterday a little but overall made good choices. Today i weighed the same as friday so i was happy about that.
Im off today with ryan since school is closed. I need to get cleaning before i waste the day away on the computer. I will check back in later.

Keep up the good work everyone

Glad you had a good day Lindsay!

Your actual birthday is Wednesday, right? So I can sing to you then?
New sneakers are the bomb! I am so happy to have new shoes!

Whoo hoo!! Congrats on the new shoes!! Mine are boring blue and white, it was all they had, but I went online and found last years version in pink/gray/black and ordered a second pair. I felt a little guilty, but I deserve it, right? My last pair was over a year old.


I am compassionate and empathetic and have a knack for helping my patients to relax and cope.
I am determined and when I set my mind to do something I find a way to get there.
I have great thick hair. (even if it grows out gray)

Kathy you definitely needed new shoes! I guess I have uber sensitive feet because I'm lucky if I get three months out of a pair! But it is my one big splurge other than the Baileys and Chambord. I wish you could be my nurse if I ever get sick!

Miss you all too!



Yes, Rose, what she said.

Sorry guys just can't resist following Kathy around!

I'm working on it. It's a big mental shift for me...... You know there is going to be some dude trying to pass me the last two or three miles that is going to drive me insane. Mike at least knows to let me finish this race ahead of him!

Finally, while I am finally back in the groove, today I am a bit cranky. I had lost weight this weekend and now I am back up this morning. I know the scale fluctuates. I know that it will go back down. Still, it made me cranky because I was so good all weekend long. It made me cranky that I did everything I was suppose to and went up. So, instead of dwelling on it, we are going to go out and shop. It is 50% off at the thrift store today and we will go to the MOA to get my DD the dress she wants for her semi-formal (I finally got a coupon for it). I will be sure we walk a lot while we are out.

Have a happy day everyone!
Jen

I weigh every day too. So the scale can be a rollercoaster sometimes. Hang in there!
Have fun at MOA today!

Sorry to be so late!

Here is the QOTD.

QOTD Monday, January 16th
Do you have any exercise planned for this week?

Bonus--What is your favorite time to visit WDW or DL?

So my plan for the week:
Sunday walk 30 min
Monday Run 3 miles
Tues Bike 30 min and strength
Wed Pool run 45 min
Thurs walk 30 min and maybe some strength
Fri walk 30 min
Saturday Run 4-6 miles

We ran this morning and my foot is doing pretty well. Slowly ramping up those miles. We did 3.1 today. It was around 42, which was cold to us, but tolerable. At about a mile in it started raining. Yuck! By the end I was a popsicle!

Today someone is coming to look at our kitchen cabinets. We were going to do a complete redo but didn't want to spend that much. So this guy "refreshes" your cabinets. Then we would have new countertops put in and Mike and I would put in a new floor. We'll see.

I hope everyone has a great Monday! I am enjoying having the day off!

 

[Rose&Mike]

I am very crafty and come up with some really fun projects
I can do anything around the house and anything to the house from plumbing to roofing to interior design
I'm very driven



I never have any exercise planned. With -16 degrees outside and bad weather on the way I can guanantee it won't be outside. I did do a ton of housework this morning so I burned some calories.

I still think you need to wear a pedometer Deb. I bet keeping up with those three boys gets you lots of steps!

Good afternoon everyone! No plans for the day. Just taking down the tree (yes, it is still up). Anytime we get it down before Valentines day is a good year I am going to go running, finally. I have zero plans other than those two things and it has been a super lazy morning here.



It was me who wants to be a Fairy Godmother. I love that she is yours I didn't think about the weight part. I think I need to be a skinnier FGM too.

I love new running shoes. Especilly pink ones

Our tree is coming down today. Our lights are still up outside--I like them, what can I say! Good luck with the running. Definitely we need to make FGM a little fitter!

 

[VirataMama4]

Sorry to be so late!

Here is the QOTD.

QOTD Monday, January 16th
Do you have any exercise planned for this week?

Bonus--What is your favorite time to visit WDW or DL?

I do! I will finish week 2 of c25k on Wed. and am thinking of repeating it before going on to week 3. I'm also thinking of trying a spin class.

My favorite time to visit... Anytime! Ok, I really like the first week of Dec. Crowds are low and the Christmas decorations are up.