Team Donald – Biggest Loser “No Excuses” 2012 Challenge

[RemembertheMagic98]

Good afternooon everyone!

We got home from Gatlinburg last night and had a FANTASTIC trip! This was the first time I have EVER gone out of town on the spur of the moment, and it was so much fun. The aquarium in G-burg is great. The boys' favorite part was the hot tub on the deck of the chalet, though!

I was careful during a few meals, but pretty much ate what I wanted to and did not exercise at all...... did do a lot of walking, though. I weighed myself this morning and was down 6/10 of a pound.

I really don't understand how I can keep my calories at about 1,600 a day and kill myself at p90x and only lose 2 pounds a week, and then eat and do hardly anything for 3 days and lose weight!

On another note, today was CRAZY. We had a tornado warning, and had to keep the students in the hallway for over 45 minutes. Not fun! Seriously, tornados in January????? There was actually a small confirmed touchdown in Louisville.

Congrats to all of the losers this week! Sounds like we had another great week!

I will try to check back in later and do some personals!

I love spontaneous trips to fun places!! My sister took art classes in G-burg at the Arrowmont School for the Arts (I highly recommend this place for art classes!) I visited and had a blast...just wish we had made it to Dollywood!

Hi there everyone! Just checking in!

I was actually hoping to walk on the treadmill, but something isn't working right with it and it's very nasty weather in my neck of the woods so I just finished another round of Just Dance 3. Was able to able to get 35 minutes in (20 isn't seeming to have much of an effect anymore) but I'm noticing that my knee is giving me alot of trouble now with these workouts, plus I was starting to feel sick at the stomach... Maybe I'll try doing laps in Wal-Mart tomorrow. It seems to be much easier on my knee. I really don't want to have to go back to the brace again...

Did all my fruit prep for the week this morning: red grapes and strawberries. I find that if I clean and prep all my fruit in advance, I'm much more likely to grab fruit instead of chocolate or junk food. DM has been a big help with buying healthier food for us. I actually told her the other day that I felt really bad that she spending all this to help us eat more fruit, but she told me something that made alot of sense. I'm sure she won't mind me quoting her here:

I've been trying to get you to eat better for a long time and you've found something that works. If it takes me spending a little more to get fruit that you'll eat, then that's worth it to keep you healthy.

My mom's so good to me.

How do you like Just Dance 3?? I was thinking about getting it 'cause it looks like a fun way to sweat! your mom!! Lately I am on an orange kick...the peeling is not fun but the sweet juice is wonderful!

Hi all it was a busy day at work and this is my first time checking in today. I had lunch with an old coworker today and i ordered a salad. I was proud of myself for that.

I am currently at the gym. I did zumba and now i am sitting at ryans swim lesson. He is in a class with all girls. He was embarresed to take off his shirt because he didnt want the girls to see his nipples only my child. We made it past that and now he seems to be having fun. I am sweating like crazy its like a sauna in here but i guess this could be good for the weight loss.

Awwww! Your son sounds just adorable!! I hope he liked swimming once he took his shirt off

Good Evening Donalds!

I am coming to the end of my 4 day weekend. It was glorious. I did a whole lot of nothing. I did get the tree down, finally. And, I baked these AMAZING 147 calorie Brownies: http://www.myrecipes.com/recipe/fudgy-brownies-10000002012802/ DH and DD loved them. Easy to make and I had all the ingredients in the house. DD & I got pedicures today, too. That was really nice. I try not to pay for them in the winter, but the weather as been so nice that I have ended up in sandals several times this year with scary feet.

I bought a groupon a few months ago for vein treatment so I finally made an appointment for that. The groupon expires 3/5 so I really needed to get in there. Anyone every have a vein treatment before? I have all these little spider veins on my legs. I am only 39 and I have pretty nice legs still. We don't wear hosiery most of the year in FL so I need to do something. Hopefully it works.


On property, we have stayed at Pop, All Star Sports and Movies, French Quarter, and Corando Springs. I like them all. I think Corando Spring is my fav. Off property, I like Wyndham Bonnet Creek. We have Wyndham points and love staying there.

Fudge brownies and pedicures??? Where do I sign up!!! I have a little spider vein on my right thigh...no idea how long it has been there (I'm 38)...let me know how the treatment goes!

Oh, tell me more about Bonnet Creek? I'm heard good and bad things about it vs on property. What have you found in your experience?

whew, just caught up on 9 pages! I wasn't on the computer much over the weekend...went to see Beauty & the Beast with DD on Sat, and brought along a granola bar to avoid temptation!
We also had to shop for a new washing machine. Blah! But, the new one is supposed to be delivered tomorrow.
on Mon, we spent the whole day moving furniture around, and trying to turn our computer room into a Disney room, and I want to move my exercise bike up there so I will actually use it!

Hope everyone is doing well!!!

DYING to see B&B 3D!!!! Was it just amazing???

And not in a good way.

Let me just start by saying that I hate going to the doctor. I hate going to any doctor. Why?? Well, as a "fluffy girl" I get the usual disgusted looks from the physician followed by the chat of "what are you doing to lose weight?". It's not like I woke up this morning and realized that I have 200 pounds to lose. It is very real to me what I need to do and I am not stupid to the adverse effect my weight can have on my health. So the theme of this story is that I hate to go to the doctor.

Oh Ruthie I had a Dr that I wanted to slap upside his head every time I went there....so I changed Drs. I did a lot of research and went to a Dr who had experience in dealing with patients who are "fluffy". She is kind yet realistic with me. It has made all the difference!! Sending you hugs!

Hi all,

I am new here and not even sure where to begin with catching up. There seems to be gobs of information for dozens of pages so for now I will remain mostly a lurker/catcher up type probably.

Glad to be on Team Donald, though!


Jubilee

Welcome!!!

I am soooooo excited! I actually went running outside yesterday before the winds came along. I only had time for a 2 mile run, but it felt great! I haven't run outside in about a month. Now I wish we would have 54 degree weather for the rest of January and February and March Too bad it's 24 today!

I meant to get back on here last night and check in, but somehow I ended up looking at DVC resales. Anyone a DVC owner? Which resort do you have and do you think it's worth it? I tried to convince DH we should buy A girl can dream!

I am off to get a few things done before my 1st class shows up (they have career class right now so I am delayed a period~yay). I'll check in later!

Jill

Way to go Jill!!

Good morning friends.

We had a sad day yesterday, our little guinea pig, Fredward died during the night. Ds is much better this morning, and asked me to read the Rainbow bridge poem again today, I read it to him yesterday. Thanks to whoever posted that here after Amy's doggie died. Today he said, that it didn't make him as sad as yesterday. He drew a beautiful pic of Fred at his after school club yesterday with him eating all his favorite foods. Very cute.
Over the weekend I want to compile all our pics of freddie, and make a little album for ds.

My sister left a card and a bag of candy, which I ate too much of yesterday, and on the card we got a good laugh because she said that "grammy would have fun with fredward in heaven. I think she always wanted a guinea pig." Lol.

So today, I'm ready to get focused and put the candy behind me. I did track it all. All 14 hershey's miniatures that i ate last night.

I took the dog for a long walk this morning, and jogged for a good part of it.
I hope to be back later to catch up on the qotds.

A big congratulations to all our biggest losers this week!!!

Thank you, Rose.

Have a great day everyone!!

So sorry to hear about Fredward....

QOTD Wednesday, January 18
Weight watchers and lots of plans say that you can eat anything and lose weight. (Moderation of course!) And for the most part, I think completely depriving yourself of your favorite treats is a recipe for frustration and even a reason many people fall off the wagon.

Having said that, is there a food you need to avoid? One that you just can't have around or you go a little crazy? Do you have treats worked into your healthy living plan or are you avoiding somethings completely right now?

I need to avoid ice cream...it calls my name!!! I went food shopping last night and DID NOT buy it...I bought oranges instead. I call it a step in the right direction

"A bad day of fishing beats a good day at the office."....OH NO, wait! That is my VACATION-AT-THE-LAKE affirmation~!

"Use it up, wear it out, make do, or do without."..... Wait... that is my Around-the-House affirmation!!

"Write it BEFORE you bite it!".... nope.... that's my Food-Journal affirmation.

I got nothin'!!! Here goes..... "No matter where you are at today, it is FAR BETTER than where you started on 01/02/2008" (that is a personal thing for me.... re-started this journey at exactly 200 lbs on that date).
TTYL....................P

P, you make me laugh out loud!
You absolutely inspire me to be more productive!!!

Just wanted to say that today has been a much better day for me now that the whiney, moany, feeling sorry-for-myself lunatic that took me over yesterday has gone

You guys really are a great bunch of people and thanks again for picking me up when I needed it

Rose I did manage to come up with some things I like about myself today (after a fellow team member pointed me in the right direction)
1. I am kind-hearted
2. I am loyal
3. I am reliable and trustworthy

Perhaps not the most exciting list but waaaay better than what I had yesterday

My mum and I went and sat with my aunt again today (she in a coma but I think she senses us) and when I brought my mum home I made a healthy lunch and had bought ww cookies so I didnt binge on junk so I feeling quite positive today even though I know we have some tough days ahead of us as a family.
Thanks again for all your kind thought and words guys

Sounds like today has been much better!! Hang in there!

P--I drank half a g-f beer and then walked 30 minutes on the treadmill. Mike said it counts!

YES!! It does!!

 

[DisFam95]

Oh boy! Too overwhelmed by this big group SO many things I'd like to say to previous posts!!

So many great accomplishments!

Sorry for several pet losses

Ruthie: I know what the PA said was so amazingly hard to hear. And no we should not be judged by our weight esp on how we will parent! I'm adopted and in the health care field and I'd have to side w/ the PA - at this time!! That's a huge thing to sign off on for someone you don't know yet. You don't have a relationship with her and she does not yet understand your struggles. She also has a responsibility to the baby in giving it the best living situation. I would have done the same thing - again - at this time!!

Harness that anger and prove her WRONG!! Go back with a plan and show her you can do it. And are you really not doing any additional exercise? I mean you don';t have to tell her you hit the gym 5x a week or running a 5k but how about a 15-20 min walk in the neighborhood or mall or some some basic dumbbell workouts or something. Sorry I don;t know anything about your background and if you have any limitations etc so please forgive! Good luck and I hope you can really show her how committed you are to achieving your goals on your next visit!! You can do it


Ok - I just watched "Fat Sick and Nearly Dead" on my new Hulu while doing my treadmill!! First off I love Hulu! My new treadmill has to face a wall so no tv watching!! Now I can go back and watch whatever!

The movie was pretty interesting. I thought the transformation of Phil the trucker was just awesome. I actually raised my arms and cheered out loud at the final shot w him running in his yellow shirt and got teary eyed while doing my walk! dork! I kept thinking in the last 10 min "did he ever fit into that shirt? where's the shirt??"



Just got a call from my md about my MRI results. I was down for the count last week w/ severe back pain. Bulging discs at L3/4, L4/5, L5/S1 w/ some annular fissures or tears in the discs. Nothing I didn;t know I guess. 20+yrs ago I was diagnosed w/ 2 of those 3 bulges but have been ok maintaining 2-3 episodes a year. Over the holiday I really put on some extra pounds and stopped my wlaking so I think that made a difference in bringing on another back pain episode.

I have to admit I've done really well this week and really feel super motivated. I can already tell my jeans are not as tight as they were 2 weeks ago. Eating healthier too I don;t feel as bloated - another big plus!

well I need to get some chores done!

Take everyone and do your best!!!

 

[belledreamer]

How do you like Just Dance 3?? I was thinking about getting it 'cause it looks like a fun way to sweat!

I really like it! I wouldn't recommend it as your only exercise, but it is alot of fun to do and to change up the weekly workout routine. It's also more involved than the previous Just Dance games. Mine's on the Wii so it's really easy to cheat and still get the points. (I don't cheat!) But my friend has it for Kinect (spelling?) and since it's video taping you as you move, there's no room to cheat on it.

 

[Disneyluvr]

Ruthie: and I hope you have a great day too!

Now, for some tough love. First, I want to say that you have received some excellent suggestions so far and I hope you find them helpful!

Here is some advice from a person who learned a thing or two the hard way. Read about the med(s) you take. Check for food and drug interactions. Some examples include limit soy products, do not eat grapefruit, and no aspirin when taking this mid. Also, I'd even make sure that one or more doesn't cause weight gain. I was on one (horrible doctor) that caused some people to gain 25 lbs.

How much water are you drinking? I would aim for at least 64 oz. a day. It may lead to a BL-style (on TV) 1st week whoosh. (Also, that would give you 7 Healthy Habits points!)

What interests you with regards to exercise? What do you think your body can handle? Running is not my speciality. That doesn't mean I'm not trying to run. I want to run. When I can, I feel so much better emotionally. So, I am working on walk/run intervals. And, I'm going very slowly and I'm okay with that 100%.

Do you work? Is there any way you can move more at work? Could you take the stairs to the 2nd floor and then the elevator to the 3rd floor, as an example?

Have you considered joining a gym? I belonged to one gym that had a women only room. If you don't work, going mid-day (like at 12 Noon) is often an emptier time at the gym. I belong to Planet Fitness and it is $10 a month plus a yearly maintenance type fee. There aren't any classes or a pool, but the equipment is well-maintained and clean, and it offers training on using the equipment and what a good starting point for you would be.

Now, for my eating advice, fwiw. Protein is key. I also need to have dairy in order to lose weight. I eat lots of veggie servings. Avoid fast food and takeout. It is filled with salt. At a restaurant, ask them to hold the salt. When I had to go low-salt, I learned a lot about food prep at a restaurant. We never season our burgers at home, but restaurants do that all the time, even the standard cheeseburger. Ask for no salt on the burger or fries. Sub the fries for veggies whenever possible. Last night, I made GF/lactose-free macaroni and cheese. I took 1 cup dry GF corn pasta and boiled it. Then, I drained it and added 1/2 cup lactose-free milk, a can of corn, and some leftover frozen green beans. I also added some lactose-free cheddar and parmesean cheeses. My parents liked it, I loved it, and it was an easy way to get in more veggie servings and less carbs while providing 1/2 dairy serving each.

Invest in some portioning devices. I'm not just talking about measuring cups. Get plastic ware (like Glad or Ziploc) that has the portions right on the containers. Take a cup of grape tomatoes or grapes for a mid-morning snack. Baby carrots can be bought pre-portioned or do it yourself. Celery hearts are a little more expensive, but you wasted less and are easy to chop into 1 cup portions. We have all sorts of containers. Some are freezer, microwave, and dishwasher safe as well. If you want, PM me your address and I will send you some coupons.

One last personal experience to share. I cannot go too low-carb. I need the carbs to feel emotionally sound. If you are drinking soda, I'd drop that somewhat slowly to help with potential withdrawal.

All in all, you need to remember to take care of yourself emotionally!

This is some great advice and tips CC (btw my DD is called CC too)!

Ruthie- You can do this and prove that PA WRONG! We are all here to help you!!

 

[Disneyluvr]

mommyof2Pirates

 

[cjdj4]

Hi all. So, I knew it was too good to be true. I thought I would escape the sickness in my house. There was no way DD and DH could be as sick as they were last week and me not get it. SO here it is. I have it the beginnings of a cold. I could not sleep last night. And to top it all off it is TOM! Blech....

so forgive me everyone, but I am just answering the QQOD and then I am going to bed. I will catch up tomorrow.

QOTD Wednesday, January 18
Weight watchers and lots of plans say that you can eat anything and lose weight. (Moderation of course!) And for the most part, I think completely depriving yourself of your favorite treats is a recipe for frustration and even a reason many people fall off the wagon.

Having said that, is there a food you need to avoid? One that you just can't have around or you go a little crazy? Do you have treats worked into your healthy living plan or are you avoiding somethings completely right now?

The answer is Christmas cookies. Peanut Butter Blossoms to be exact. I will eat a double batch all by myself over the course of a couple of days. Luckily, that only happens once a year. I cannot bake them because if I do I will eat them all. I make my mom or sister make them, and then I am only allowed to eat them on Christmas Day. Also, really good craft beer or Belgian beers are a weakness year round on Friday nights. I had to download a beer app on my phone that gives me the calories for every beer you can dream of. That way I can have a good idea of which one I can work in AND I can only have one.

 

[Ruthie5671]

Ruthie: and I hope you have a great day too!

Now, for some tough love. First, I want to say that you have received some excellent suggestions so far and I hope you find them helpful!

Here is some advice from a person who learned a thing or two the hard way. Read about the med(s) you take. Check for food and drug interactions. Some examples include limit soy products, do not eat grapefruit, and no aspirin when taking this mid. Also, I'd even make sure that one or more doesn't cause weight gain. I was on one (horrible doctor) that caused some people to gain 25 lbs.

How much water are you drinking? I would aim for at least 64 oz. a day. It may lead to a BL-style (on TV) 1st week whoosh. (Also, that would give you 7 Healthy Habits points!)

What interests you with regards to exercise? What do you think your body can handle? Running is not my speciality. That doesn't mean I'm not trying to run. I want to run. When I can, I feel so much better emotionally. So, I am working on walk/run intervals. And, I'm going very slowly and I'm okay with that 100%.

Do you work? Is there any way you can move more at work? Could you take the stairs to the 2nd floor and then the elevator to the 3rd floor, as an example?

Have you considered joining a gym? I belonged to one gym that had a women only room. If you don't work, going mid-day (like at 12 Noon) is often an emptier time at the gym. I belong to Planet Fitness and it is $10 a month plus a yearly maintenance type fee. There aren't any classes or a pool, but the equipment is well-maintained and clean, and it offers training on using the equipment and what a good starting point for you would be.

Now, for my eating advice, fwiw. Protein is key. I also need to have dairy in order to lose weight. I eat lots of veggie servings. Avoid fast food and takeout. It is filled with salt. At a restaurant, ask them to hold the salt. When I had to go low-salt, I learned a lot about food prep at a restaurant. We never season our burgers at home, but restaurants do that all the time, even the standard cheeseburger. Ask for no salt on the burger or fries. Sub the fries for veggies whenever possible. Last night, I made GF/lactose-free macaroni and cheese. I took 1 cup dry GF corn pasta and boiled it. Then, I drained it and added 1/2 cup lactose-free milk, a can of corn, and some leftover frozen green beans. I also added some lactose-free cheddar and parmesean cheeses. My parents liked it, I loved it, and it was an easy way to get in more veggie servings and less carbs while providing 1/2 dairy serving each.

Invest in some portioning devices. I'm not just talking about measuring cups. Get plastic ware (like Glad or Ziploc) that has the portions right on the containers. Take a cup of grape tomatoes or grapes for a mid-morning snack. Baby carrots can be bought pre-portioned or do it yourself. Celery hearts are a little more expensive, but you wasted less and are easy to chop into 1 cup portions. We have all sorts of containers. Some are freezer, microwave, and dishwasher safe as well. If you want, PM me your address and I will send you some coupons.

One last personal experience to share. I cannot go too low-carb. I need the carbs to feel emotionally sound. If you are drinking soda, I'd drop that somewhat slowly to help with potential withdrawal.

All in all, you need to remember to take care of yourself emotionally!

Wow, I'm just overwhelmed with the responses and support from Team Donald. I really almost cried. My non-existant exercise plan is just that - non-existant. I don't own a treadmill or belong to a gym. I wish that our finances could afford that (the YMCA is five miles from my house). I have heard of the Walk Off the Pounds DVD's that I'm trying to get from the library. They are very popular, so I'm on a waiting list. I know that I can go walk at Wal-Mart and that may be the most realistic option for me. I have a very sit down job (supervisor at the child protective services office). No stairs to climb and very small office.

I have completely cut off any soft drinks (bye-bye Mt. Dew) and it's iced tea (with articifial sweetener) or water with sugar free flavor. I don't get my 64 ounces per day. That is definitely something I can easily remedy. I appreciate all the other healthy eating tips.

I was asked - Why are you eating the cereal dry? Even skim milk would add some protein. It's silly really. I eat breakfast when I get to work. Dry cereal travels easier! When I eat cereal at home, I use 2% milk. My breakfast is usally the dry cereal or my new find - protien bars! Used some coupons at Kroger and scored them for fifty cents each. Lunch today was a Lean Cusine dinner and pretzels. I'm not sure what is for dinner. Hubby is cooking. It may be a sandwich depending on what I find when I get home!

I know I can do this. I hope the PA can find it in her heart to fill out the form and trust me that I mean it this time. She doesn't know me and oh how I wish my former doctor was still at this practice.

Thanks again for all the support. What a wonderful team to be a part of. Sending love and hugs to everyone.

 

[buzz5985]

Hi all,

I am new here and not even sure where to begin with catching up. There seems to be gobs of information for dozens of pages so for now I will remain mostly a lurker/catcher up type probably.

Glad to be on Team Donald, though!


Jubilee

Welcome!!! Just jump in.

I meant to get back on here last night and check in, but somehow I ended up looking at DVC resales. Anyone a DVC owner? Which resort do you have and do you think it's worth it? I tried to convince DH we should buy A girl can dream!

I am off to get a few things done before my 1st class shows up (they have career class right now so I am delayed a period~yay). I'll check in later!

Jill

I own DVC - I bought in 2000?? around there. My first purchase was 150 HHI from The Timeshare Store. (We wanted it for the beach and it's harder to get into HHI at the 7 month window during the summer, than a place at WDW.) A couple of years later we added on 100 points at BWV through Disney. This year we are staying at HHI from 8/5-8/9. BWV 8/9-8/14 and THV 8/14-8/17. We will skip a trip 2013, bank and plan to go to Aulani in 2014.

We are constantly saying what a great decision it was for us to buy. I have treated my sister and her family to a couple of weeks, my SIL and her family. We have been able to take DS friends with us. We are taking one of them this year too.

Good morning friends.

We had a sad day yesterday, our little guinea pig, Fredward died during the night. Ds is much better this morning, and asked me to read the Rainbow bridge poem again today, I read it to him yesterday. Thanks to whoever posted that here after Amy's doggie died. Today he said, that it didn't make him as sad as yesterday. He drew a beautiful pic of Fred at his after school club yesterday with him eating all his favorite foods. Very cute.
Over the weekend I want to compile all our pics of freddie, and make a little album for ds.

My sister left a card and a bag of candy, which I ate too much of yesterday, and on the card we got a good laugh because she said that "grammy would have fun with fredward in heaven. I think she always wanted a guinea pig." Lol.

So today, I'm ready to get focused and put the candy behind me. I did track it all. All 14 hershey's miniatures that i ate last night.

I took the dog for a long walk this morning, and jogged for a good part of it.
I hope to be back later to catch up on the qotds.

A big congratulations to all our biggest losers this week!!!

Thank you, Rose.

Have a great day everyone!!

Sorry to hear about Fredward.

QOTD Wednesday, January 18
Weight watchers and lots of plans say that you can eat anything and lose weight. (Moderation of course!) And for the most part, I think completely depriving yourself of your favorite treats is a recipe for frustration and even a reason many people fall off the wagon.

Having said that, is there a food you need to avoid? One that you just can't have around or you go a little crazy? Do you have treats worked into your healthy living plan or are you avoiding somethings completely right now?

I really should stay away from the ice cream. But a solution I have found is I can buy the little ice cream cones by keebler, 25 calories, and they hold about 1/2 cup of ice cream. So it's a nice snack for me when I get home from work at night.

"Where do you pick up the Autotrain? My folks drive to FL every January and then back in March/April (from Sturbridge, MA), but I think that the drive is starting to be a bit much for my Dad. They don't want to fly because renting a car once they get there would be pricey for three months. I've suggested the Autotrain, but my Mom was under the impression that they would have to drive as far as Virginia to pick it up.

I've even offered to drive their car each way and fly back.... as long as I could get one day at Disney on each end!!

The train leaves from Lortan VA and goes to Sanford FL. The further out you book the cheaper it is. When I take it - we leave FL at 4 pm, and are in VA at 9:30 am. I purchased 2 roomettes so we could stretch out. So for 4 I paid $692, that price includes the car and roomettes. Without the rooms it was $450.

My Aunt's MIL used to have a transport company bring her car down for her. They would take it about 3 days before she left, when she got down there it would be sitting in her driveway. What she liked is she would pack it with everything she needed - clothes, toiletries, paper products.

Just wanted to say that today has been a much better day for me now that the whiney, moany, feeling sorry-for-myself lunatic that took me over yesterday has gone

You guys really are a great bunch of people and thanks again for picking me up when I needed it

Rose I did manage to come up with some things I like about myself today (after a fellow team member pointed me in the right direction)
1. I am kind-hearted
2. I am loyal
3. I am reliable and trustworthy

Perhaps not the most exciting list but waaaay better than what I had yesterday

My mum and I went and sat with my aunt again today (she in a coma but I think she senses us) and when I brought my mum home I made a healthy lunch and had bought ww cookies so I didnt binge on junk so I feeling quite positive today even though I know we have some tough days ahead of us as a family.
Thanks again for all your kind thought and words guys

Saying a prayer for your family.

I don't know how to do the multi-quote thing!

I appreciate the words of encouragement from everyone after my disasterous day yesterday. While I wanted to detour to my nearest Baskin Robbins last night for a pint of yumminess, I didn't do it. I would have if we had the extra money, but we didn't, so it didn't happen. I woke up this morning feeling a little stronger and will hopefully have a better day.

I do want to prove the PA wrong. I'm still eating better (dry cinnamon Chex cereal for b-fast) and I know that I need an exercise plan. I will figure something out.

Hope everyone has a great day!

Just start walking. A little bit at a time. Baby steps.

Janis

 

[akhaloha]

QOTD Wednesday, January 18
Weight watchers and lots of plans say that you can eat anything and lose weight. (Moderation of course!) And for the most part, I think completely depriving yourself of your favorite treats is a recipe for frustration and even a reason many people fall off the wagon.

Having said that, is there a food you need to avoid? One that you just can't have around or you go a little crazy? Do you have treats worked into your healthy living plan or are you avoiding somethings completely right now?

For me it's Goldfish! If I even start eating them I go bananas and end up eating way too much! So I don't even buy them. The other one is red Swedish Fish - they are like gummy bears. Only the red ones - not sure why. My mom was from Sweden and every year my grandmother would bring me some when she would come visit so it reminds me of happy times. Now they sell them here so it's too easily accessible. I can never have just one or two.

 

[Rose&Mike]

Right now, I am avoiding soda. It's really the only thing I have crossed off my list, but it was kind of a big one for me. I love to just pop open a soda with dinner, and when I pass by the fridge in the recovery area at work, I always want one (in order to be discharged after a procedure, you have to be able to drink, and the fridge is STOCKED with little 8oz cans of Coke products.) But so far so good! The last time I had soda was New Years Eve, and I really don't miss it too much anymore. Maybe now I can start cutting out other stuff- starting with fast food!

Great job avoiding that soda!
I think Lindsay will tell you that cutting back on fast food does wonders for your weight loss!

I was having a bad morning....I had an appointment that I drove an hour to, waited for 40 minutes, and the person never showed up, and I drove an hour home. I was mad. I got home and wanted to eat something. A lot of something. So, I had some coco pops. They are these big rice cake like things. I had 5! Good thing they are only 16 calories each!

Normally, I would have had something sweet, chocolate, really bad for me. Probably why my dr asked at my appointment last week what I am doing about my weight. It felt good to tell her I am working on it. I have about 45 pounds to lose, and I know it can be a struggle no matter how much we have to lose....but WE CAN DO THIS!

Great job not letting your frustrations get the best of you!!!

Interesting surprise when I counted my calories for yesterday; I barely made it over 1,000 calories for the whole day. I don't know what it was, but I just never really felt hungry. And for someone who was easily eating double that last year, it's really different. Even today, after having breakfast and lunch, I'm still at only about 550 calories so far for the day.

Is this normal? I used to be hungry all the time, now I've just been picking at my food. I don't feel hungry, so I don't want to make myself eat. But at the same time, I can't help but think that eating just 1,000 calories for the day is kind of low.

Plus, I feel more tired than I usually do. I do feel better after doing my exercise, but after about an hour, I feel like I need a nap. I do have low Iron, low Vitamin D and slight Anemia (which I take vitamins for) so that may be it. But I'm getting 7-8 hours of sleep at night and this is the best I've felt in years. Maybe it's just my body adjusting?

But in other news, got on the scale Monday and lost 2 more lbs! Now to just keep it off until Friday. I have a coupon for a free week trial at my local gym, so one of my friends and I are going to work out for a while together today. I'm excited!

If you are feeling tired, then I would watch the calorie intake. In my opinion, an occasional 1000 calorie day is not that big a deal, but consistently not getting enough calories is not a good thing. Your body needs the nutrients from food to do all sorts of things, and if you are low on calories, you are probably low on other things too. I know there were times last year that I tracked in order to make sure I was getting enough calories. It's hard when the scale is going down to not want to keep the calories as low as you can handle, but in the long run, your body will be happier with a little more energy.

Thanks for this info. I would absolutely love and not hesitate to buy DVC, but DH isn't so interested. Although he loves Disney, he also loves traveling to other places. So far we have only stayed at Pop, and he cannot justify the price of DVC. I am interested in BWV and OKW. Those just appeal to me (as I look at pictures and weap lol). I tried to break it down yearly and it's more than what we spend to stay now, so I don't think I will be able to convince DH. But, I keep telling him that DSs will grow up one day and being able to have more space will be wonderful. I may do more research tonight
I wish there was a way to buy without DH knowing Do you mind me asking how many points you started with? I tried to figure out a week in the summer with a one bedroom at OKW and it was 211 points. I figured that would be around what we might need. I just keep seeing Dh shaking his head at me

Jill

Oh, and by the way~the DVC part of the Dis is where I get sucked in and start dreaming big!

We started off with 100 SSR points. Added on 50 SSR. Bought a 170 BWV contract. Added 50 more SSR points.

What about buying enough points to take a trip every other year????

I
Oh Ruthie I had a Dr that I wanted to slap upside his head every time I went there....so I changed Drs. I did a lot of research and went to a Dr who had experience in dealing with patients who are "fluffy". She is kind yet realistic with me. It has made all the difference!! Sending you hugs!

My doctor is like that. She will tell you if you need to be doing things differently, but she is very kind.

Harness that anger and prove her WRONG!! Go back with a plan and show her you can do it. And are you really not doing any additional exercise? I mean you don';t have to tell her you hit the gym 5x a week or running a 5k but how about a 15-20 min walk in the neighborhood or mall or some some basic dumbbell workouts or something. Sorry I don;t know anything about your background and if you have any limitations etc so please forgive! Good luck and I hope you can really show her how committed you are to achieving your goals on your next visit!! You can do it



Just got a call from my md about my MRI results. I was down for the count last week w/ severe back pain. Bulging discs at L3/4, L4/5, L5/S1 w/ some annular fissures or tears in the discs. Nothing I didn;t know I guess. 20+yrs ago I was diagnosed w/ 2 of those 3 bulges but have been ok maintaining 2-3 episodes a year. Over the holiday I really put on some extra pounds and stopped my wlaking so I think that made a difference in bringing on another back pain episode.


well I need to get some chores done!

Take everyone and do your best!!!

Great advice! I hope your back is feeling better!

Hi all. So, I knew it was too good to be true. I thought I would escape the sickness in my house. There was no way DD and DH could be as sick as they were last week and me not get it. SO here it is. I have it the beginnings of a cold. I could not sleep last night. And to top it all off it is TOM! Blech....

Feel better! I love pb blossoms too! We made them g-f this year and they were actually pretty good!

I know I can do this. I hope the PA can find it in her heart to fill out the form and trust me that I mean it this time. She doesn't know me and oh how I wish my former doctor was still at this practice.

Thanks again for all the support. What a wonderful team to be a part of. Sending love and hugs to everyone.

Sounds like you are feeling motivated!
How about a hard boiled egg for breakfast? Or oatmeal that you can warm in the microwave at work? Give me some time and I will come up with lots of ideas!

Just start walking. A little bit at a time. Baby steps.

Janis

ITA!
And I love ice cream! I have mine in a custard cup--it just about perfectly holds a 1/2 cup serving. And it doesn't seem like a tiny amount of ice cream in a tiny cup!

For me it's Goldfish! If I even start eating them I go bananas and end up eating way too much! So I don't even buy them. The other one is red Swedish Fish - they are like gummy bears. Only the red ones - not sure why. My mom was from Sweden and every year my grandmother would bring me some when she would come visit so it reminds me of happy times. Now they sell them here so it's too easily accessible. I can never have just one or two.

But they sound like great treats!

 

[Rose&Mike]

I keep forgetting....

Did I ever congratulate everyone who made the Biggest Loser List this week????

Ok, I'm doing it again if I did!

Congratulations to all our Losers this week!

I also loved seeing so many folks participating in Healthy Habits!

I think I am done for the night. I hope everyone has a healthy evening. I did my exercise for the day. 60 minute pool run and 25 minute walk! So day 18 of the 100 day challenge done!

I will be back in the morning with my last QOTD!

 

[Mary•Poppins]

And not in a good way.

Let me just start by saying that I hate going to the doctor. I hate going to any doctor. Why?? Well, as a "fluffy girl" I get the usual disgusted looks from the physician followed by the chat of "what are you doing to lose weight?". It's not like I woke up this morning and realized that I have 200 pounds to lose. It is very real to me what I need to do and I am not stupid to the adverse effect my weight can have on my health. So the theme of this story is that I hate to go to the doctor.

Of course, I had a doctor appointment this morning. I go about every 3-4 months for updated blood work and medication refills. I also needed the doctor to fill out some paperwork for me. My husband and I are trying to be approved as adoptive parents. My baby making parts don't work well. Combine that with my age, and well, adoption is a better option. The form basically states that I'm physically healthy enough to raise a child. When I called last week to make the appointment, I found out that my regular doctor is no longer with the practice, and would I like to see the physicians assistant. No, not really, but make the appointment. So I go in, do the regular BP/temp/preliminary stuff and the PA comes in. We go over my meds and as she is listening to my chest, I get "the questions". Yes, I am trying to lose weight. No, I'm not following a specific plan. No not really exercising - just trying to focus on better eating habits. No I'm not interested in information about weight loss surgery. Then I discuss the form I need her to fill out. She steps out of the room and comes back about five minutes later. Then she begins to tell me how she is not comfortable filling out the form. Basically, with my diabetes and high blood pressure and (here comes my favorite term) my morbid obesity, I am in a high risk zone. She is not sure she feels comfortable approving me to be healthy enough to adopt a child.

I'm too fat to be a parent. Gee, thanks.

So I have to go back in two weeks and she will make a decision by then as to whether or not she will sign off on the form.

You know, I try so hard and this is why I get so defeated. In a matter of 15 minutes this morning, I was made to feel like stepped on dog crap. I pasted a smile on my face and went into the office. And now I am sitting at home watching Biggest Loser. And I'm sad. And frustrated. And aggravated. And sad.

Not a good day.

Hi Ruthie!

I am so sorry to hear about your day. You sound like a great person and would be a great mom. However, I agree with Janis .... make a plan and go back with it!

It is SO hard being a Mom! There have been choices in my life that I have had to make that have been so difficult ... but I have made them for my children. You are faced with making them BEFORE you have children ... and YOU CAN DO IT! I know you can! Just know that you have a lot of support on here!

Okay ... now for my whining! I have had a really bad day. No exercise today and went over my calories for the day ....

My husband called me at work ... the secretary put him through. (He never calls me at work.) He got a call from my Dad's PCP telling him that my dad was at a doctor's appointment and had to see an eye doctor that day because of his eye issues. They couldn't find my mom ... since she was at my aunt's surgery that day. And this was after my husband had to take my brother in-law to the hospital who has cancer ... today. (No, I really am not making this up!) He is still out (8:30 PM).... after meeting his sister an hour away to sell their extra car ...(this is the same sister that's husband has cancer). I have had to hold the poster contest for our local musical ... which was scheduled for today, along with getting my two sons ready to leave for CO for the x-mas present tomorrow ... planned since September (my husband has to be up at 4 AM to drive them to the airport). There is way more to this story .... but don't even have the time to elaborate.

I promise I will be better tomorrow Donald friends! .... sigh ....

QOTD Wednesday, January 18
Weight watchers and lots of plans say that you can eat anything and lose weight. (Moderation of course!) And for the most part, I think completely depriving yourself of your favorite treats is a recipe for frustration and even a reason many people fall off the wagon.

Having said that, is there a food you need to avoid? One that you just can't have around or you go a little crazy? Do you have treats worked into your healthy living plan or are you avoiding somethings completely right now?

Right now ... I could eat anything in excess. Cake is my real downfall.

 

[my3princes]

And not in a good way.

Let me just start by saying that I hate going to the doctor. I hate going to any doctor. Why?? Well, as a "fluffy girl" I get the usual disgusted looks from the physician followed by the chat of "what are you doing to lose weight?". It's not like I woke up this morning and realized that I have 200 pounds to lose. It is very real to me what I need to do and I am not stupid to the adverse effect my weight can have on my health. So the theme of this story is that I hate to go to the doctor.

Of course, I had a doctor appointment this morning. I go about every 3-4 months for updated blood work and medication refills. I also needed the doctor to fill out some paperwork for me. My husband and I are trying to be approved as adoptive parents. My baby making parts don't work well. Combine that with my age, and well, adoption is a better option. The form basically states that I'm physically healthy enough to raise a child. When I called last week to make the appointment, I found out that my regular doctor is no longer with the practice, and would I like to see the physicians assistant. No, not really, but make the appointment. So I go in, do the regular BP/temp/preliminary stuff and the PA comes in. We go over my meds and as she is listening to my chest, I get "the questions". Yes, I am trying to lose weight. No, I'm not following a specific plan. No not really exercising - just trying to focus on better eating habits. No I'm not interested in information about weight loss surgery. Then I discuss the form I need her to fill out. She steps out of the room and comes back about five minutes later. Then she begins to tell me how she is not comfortable filling out the form. Basically, with my diabetes and high blood pressure and (here comes my favorite term) my morbid obesity, I am in a high risk zone. She is not sure she feels comfortable approving me to be healthy enough to adopt a child.

I'm too fat to be a parent. Gee, thanks.

So I have to go back in two weeks and she will make a decision by then as to whether or not she will sign off on the form.

You know, I try so hard and this is why I get so defeated. In a matter of 15 minutes this morning, I was made to feel like stepped on dog crap. I pasted a smile on my face and went into the office. And now I am sitting at home watching Biggest Loser. And I'm sad. And frustrated. And aggravated. And sad.

Not a good day.

I'm sorry to hear about the PA. My only advice is to be an advocate for yourself. Sit down and figure out how best to accomplish your goals. Come up with an eating plan and a plan to start exercise. My uncle is morbidly obese and he is now walking at Home Depot every night. It's not what you do, just that you are doing. While what the PA said is very harsh, the reality is WHEN you adopt you will want to be in better shape for you child. My children was my personal motivation for starting my weight loss journey. I was over 200 lbs and honestly, I was afraid that my kids would be embarassed to be seen in public with me. Now whether my worries were warranted or not, It got me moving and I lost 60 lbs in 4 mths. It can be done with the motivation that you find deep inside. I would suggest that once you figure it out, you send an email or letter to the PA. That may be just enough to sway her before she finalizes that decision.

QOTD Wednesday, January 18
Weight watchers and lots of plans say that you can eat anything and lose weight. (Moderation of course!) And for the most part, I think completely depriving yourself of your favorite treats is a recipe for frustration and even a reason many people fall off the wagon.

Having said that, is there a food you need to avoid? One that you just can't have around or you go a little crazy? Do you have treats worked into your healthy living plan or are you avoiding somethings completely right now?

I love sugar cookies and sugar cookie dough, can't buy it cause I'll eat it.

Bonus QOTD: We started out at WDW in a tent at FW, it was hot to say the least, but it was sufficient. Since that time we've moved up to hotels and purchased DVC. This year we're vacationing at Aulani. Our camping has greatly improved too, from tent to pop up, to Toyota motorhome and now we have a fabulous 33 foot Tag Along. We camp as often as we can.

Saw the weather/temp predictions for your area! It is amazing to me how much colder and snowier it can be just a little further north. We had two 2-hour delays last week, but nothing so far this week. How about your guys? I know you had a day last week when two were home but one went to school.


Dining room looks great. I only need to re-install the baseboards (forgot to buy finish nails at Home Depot on Monday) and hang the new photo frames. I need to get the pictures we ordered from the portrait studio and then figure out how the collage is going to be hung. I bought a bundle of Command adhesive velcro picture hangers, so I am ready to go when the photos get here!

I still need to find the time to head south and buy new bar stools for the kitchen..... and I'd love to find the money to replace the counter tops and do a tile backsplash.... but that is near the bottom of the list for now. Especially since the fridge and stove will probably need to be replaced in the next two years..... probably the same week as DD's college down payment or something like that!!

Okay..... it isn't very loud, but I can definitely hear the TM calling me. TTYL....................P

The kids have had school, but man the parking lots and driveways were glare ice this morning. I almost went **** over teakettle when I stepped off the stairs this morning.


Re countertops: There is a newish product on the market that you can apply to existing countertops to give a marblized finish. The tenant in my Grandmother's house to the very old formica and it looked nice. I'd certainly practice first, but it might be a short time solution.

 

[jillbur]

I own DVC - I bought in 2000?? around there. My first purchase was 150 HHI from The Timeshare Store. (We wanted it for the beach and it's harder to get into HHI at the 7 month window during the summer, than a place at WDW.) A couple of years later we added on 100 points at BWV through Disney. This year we are staying at HHI from 8/5-8/9. BWV 8/9-8/14 and THV 8/14-8/17. We will skip a trip 2013, bank and plan to go to Aulani in 2014.

We are constantly saying what a great decision it was for us to buy. I have treated my sister and her family to a couple of weeks, my SIL and her family. We have been able to take DS friends with us. We are taking one of them this year too.

Janis

Thanks for the info! I really never thought about the possiblity of bringing DSs friends. I've thought about my sister and her family and my mom (I an NOT considering the in-laws Don't worry~DH wouldn't want them there either!). I showed DH some numbers tonight and he gave me the look of death I'll keep trying. Maybe I'll price a vacation out for next year and show him we can get more space for close to the same money? I'm hoping so.

Your trip sounds awesome! We love HHI. I've never been to the Disney resort there. We usually stay in Sea Pines and hardly get to other areas. AND THV? So jealous! I know it's a way off, but have a great time!

Hi all. So, I knew it was too good to be true. I thought I would escape the sickness in my house. There was no way DD and DH could be as sick as they were last week and me not get it. SO here it is. I have it the beginnings of a cold. I could not sleep last night. And to top it all off it is TOM! Blech....

so forgive me everyone, but I am just answering the QQOD and then I am going to bed. I will catch up tomorrow.



The answer is Christmas cookies. Peanut Butter Blossoms to be exact. I will eat a double batch all by myself over the course of a couple of days. Luckily, that only happens once a year. I cannot bake them because if I do I will eat them all. I make my mom or sister make them, and then I am only allowed to eat them on Christmas Day. Also, really good craft beer or Belgian beers are a weakness year round on Friday nights. I had to download a beer app on my phone that gives me the calories for every beer you can dream of. That way I can have a good idea of which one I can work in AND I can only have one.

Ahhhhh...I hope you feel better soon. And I forgot about Christmas cookies! Love them. I am not a big fan of peanut butter blossoms, but I am a sucker for creme wafers, sugar cookies, buckeyes, fudge, and caramel cups We froze a ton so I wouldn't eat them all. Now I may pull some out here & there for a treat.

We started off with 100 SSR points. Added on 50 SSR. Bought a 170 BWV contract. Added 50 more SSR points.

What about buying enough points to take a trip every other year????

Now why didn't I think of that? Every other year would be perfect! I never thought of buying less points and banking them. Duh! I'm glad I asked and thanks for the suggestion! More research ahead. Now maybe I can get DH on board! The more I looked at pictures, SSR looks nice also. I do fear that clown pool at BWV though! I may have to rule that one out!


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Well, I know TOM is appraoching and I feel all bloaty and starving (I am craving chocolate)! I am so tired today (DS5 had us up around 4:30 am with a bloody nose & I never got back to sleep) that I skipped the gym and will go to my class tomorrow instead. So, now I need to workout Friday since I took a rest day today. Oh well. I do want to apologize in advance...I may be a slight gainer this week Too many things are working against me. But, I promise I am going to try very hard to lose or stay the same and not gain! Good Luck to everyone!

Jill

 

[ougrad86]

QOTD Tuesday, January 17th
One thing I have been working on is coming up with a positive affirmation. Whether it be about weight loss, or life in general.
So back to those voices in your head. We worked on compliments. Do you have a positive affirmation for when you are having a bad day, struggling or just need a mental pick me up? If you feel comfortable, share it with the team.

Bonus--where is your favorite place to stay at WDW?

Well, judging from my last bad day, I just pouted and stayed in a bad mood. Had a good pity party. But I stayed OP, somehow. So I honestly think I do not have any affirmations when having a bad day. I do give myself pep talks when trying to keep my willpower from crumbling.

Favorite place at WDW - Animal Kingdom. But the two previous times we stayed at SOG, and my friend talked me into AKL. I have seen some of the other resorts - I love WL and wouldn't mind the 14th floor at the Contemporary, but fell in love with AKL. It was so neat to look out and see the animals, and the rooms and lobby was gorgeous. Probably won't stay anywhere else.

I was actually hoping to walk on the treadmill, but something isn't working right with it and it's very nasty weather in my neck of the woods so I just finished another round of Just Dance 3. Was able to able to get 35 minutes in (20 isn't seeming to have much of an effect anymore) but I'm noticing that my knee is giving me alot of trouble now with these workouts, plus I was starting to feel sick at the stomach... Maybe I'll try doing laps in Wal-Mart tomorrow. It seems to be much easier on my knee. I really don't want to have to go back to the brace again...

I've been trying to get you to eat better for a long time and you've found something that works. If it takes me spending a little more to get fruit that you'll eat, then that's worth it to keep you healthy.
My mom's so good to me.

I have bad knees. I do low impact exercises, but have also worn a brace while doing workouts on occasion. It gives extra support and seems to reduce the impact - keeps it from getting skewed.

Love your mom !

The scale really does not always make sense. I just try to watch for patterns. Over the years a lot of people have noticed that sometimes a high calorie day (after a bunch of low calorie days) triggers a good loss.

I have had that before. I splurge, do to eat at the local steak place, and the next day wake up to a loss! Never seems to happen if I splurge two days in a row tho !

Let me just start by saying that I hate going to the doctor. I hate going to any doctor. Why?? Well, as a "fluffy girl" I get the usual disgusted looks from the physician followed by the chat of "what are you doing to lose weight?". It's not like I woke up this morning and realized that I have 200 pounds to lose. It is very real to me what I need to do and I am not stupid to the adverse effect my weight can have on my health. So the theme of this story is that I hate to go to the doctor.
Of course, I had a doctor appointment this morning. I go about every 3-4 months for updated blood work and medication refills. I also needed the doctor to fill out some paperwork for me. My husband and I are trying to be approved as adoptive parents. My baby making parts don't work well. Combine that with my age, and well, adoption is a better option. The form basically states that I'm physically healthy enough to raise a child. When I called last week to make the appointment, I found out that my regular doctor is no longer with the practice, and would I like to see the physicians assistant. No, not really, but make the appointment. So I go in, do the regular BP/temp/preliminary stuff and the PA comes in. We go over my meds and as she is listening to my chest, I get "the questions". Yes, I am trying to lose weight. No, I'm not following a specific plan. No not really exercising - just trying to focus on better eating habits. No I'm not interested in information about weight loss surgery. Then I discuss the form I need her to fill out. She steps out of the room and comes back about five minutes later. Then she begins to tell me how she is not comfortable filling out the form. Basically, with my diabetes and high blood pressure and (here comes my favorite term) my morbid obesity, I am in a high risk zone. She is not sure she feels comfortable approving me to be healthy enough to adopt a child.
I'm too fat to be a parent. Gee, thanks.
So I have to go back in two weeks and she will make a decision by then as to whether or not she will sign off on the form.
You know, I try so hard and this is why I get so defeated. In a matter of 15 minutes this morning, I was made to feel like stepped on dog crap. I pasted a smile on my face and went into the office. And now I am sitting at home watching Biggest Loser. And I'm sad. And frustrated. And aggravated. And sad.
Not a good day.

Sorry this happened to you. But I do agree with Janis in that you can prove to her (and yourself that you can do it). You have already taken the step of joining our group. A lot of great options were thrown out there. Walking is a great form of exercise, and a great way to start. Start slow, you don't have to start out with a few miles, just do what you can. Remember Susan Powter (sp?) from way back. She started out walking 1/2 block and back, and gradually increased it. Maybe do it a few times a day if that works better.
Lots and lots of water also helps the weight come off easier.
I struggled with infertility for years. Needed a lot of intervention since DH did not want to adopt. A few people mentioned another doctor - maybe it is time to go to a new practice since your old doctor is gone.
You can do it!

QOTD Wednesday, January 18
Weight watchers and lots of plans say that you can eat anything and lose weight. (Moderation of course!) And for the most part, I think completely depriving yourself of your favorite treats is a recipe for frustration and even a reason many people fall off the wagon.
Having said that, is there a food you need to avoid? One that you just can't have around or you go a little crazy? Do you have treats worked into your healthy living plan or are you avoiding somethings completely right now?

I have a lot of trigger foods - most of them are associated with chocolate in one way or another. I allow myself treats - mostly WW ice cream bars. But I will have Hershey kisses (2 for 1 point), and I love Reisen. Will occassionally have one. If DH brings home M&M's, they need to go - he takes them to work. Peanut butter cups and chocolate chip cookies are bad too.

Deprivation would not work with me. I tried way back when, and totally relapsed everytime. Sometimes when I can't stop the craving, I try an old trick - eat a dill pickle. No points, and I don't want the chocolate! At least not for awhile.

I don't know how to do the multi-quote thing!
I appreciate the words of encouragement from everyone after my disasterous day yesterday. While I wanted to detour to my nearest Baskin Robbins last night for a pint of yumminess, I didn't do it. I would have if we had the extra money, but we didn't, so it didn't happen. I woke up this morning feeling a little stronger and will hopefully have a better day.
I do want to prove the PA wrong. I'm still eating better (dry cinnamon Chex cereal for b-fast) and I know that I need an exercise plan. I will figure something out.
Hope everyone has a great day!

Again, Glad you are picking yourself up and taking off. And again, walking! You don't need a DVD, and if the weather is bad, go to a store. After you do your walking, do your shopping and get a little more walking in !

Interesting surprise when I counted my calories for yesterday; I barely made it over 1,000 calories for the whole day. I don't know what it was, but I just never really felt hungry. And for someone who was easily eating double that last year, it's really different. Even today, after having breakfast and lunch, I'm still at only about 550 calories so far for the day.
Is this normal? I used to be hungry all the time, now I've just been picking at my food. I don't feel hungry, so I don't want to make myself eat. But at the same time, I can't help but think that eating just 1,000 calories for the day is kind of low.
Plus, I feel more tired than I usually do. I do feel better after doing my exercise, but after about an hour, I feel like I need a nap. I do have low Iron, low Vitamin D and slight Anemia (which I take vitamins for) so that may be it. But I'm getting 7-8 hours of sleep at night and this is the best I've felt in years. Maybe it's just my body adjusting?
But in other news, got on the scale Monday and lost 2 more lbs! Now to just keep it off until Friday. I have a coupon for a free week trial at my local gym, so one of my friends and I are going to work out for a while together today. I'm excited!

Your stomach may be shrinking since you are eating less food. I usually have one really hungry week when I first start out, then it gets easier.
However, and someone else mentioned this too, you need to keep your calories up. You need to have a mininum of at least 1,200 - 1,500 calories. That will keep your energy level up - which is what calories are. You just burn them instead of storing them. Keep taking your vitamins, and keep track throughout the day, so you can see if you need to have a few healthy snacks during the day. I keep my WW journal open all day and add to it as the day goes on.
Congrats on doing so well! You are off to a great start!

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Forgot to get on the computer yesterday, worked through lunch, got my hair done and then ran through the grocery store, then running around the house getting things done - maybe I didn't forget, I plain didn't have time!!

Somehow need to find time on these boards to finish planning my next trip, just haven't had time!

Unfortunately, I woke up at 4:30 this morning, and couldn't get back to sleep. So kinda tired now. DH finally got home, so guess I will pack it in and call it a night.

Take care alll!

Carol

 

[melmar136]

Jill,

have you ever tried renting DVC points from a member to get the feel of one of the resorts? That might be something to try, and maybe after staying at one of those resorts your DH will be hooked!

 

[mommyof2Pirates]

Way to multitask LOL, how old is he? Kids get fixated on the funniest things sometimes. Very cute.

He is 7 and quite a character.

It sounds like everyone is plugging along nicely. Not sure about your neck of the woods, but the weather here has been horrible. From super cold to snow then rain, tonight we'll go from rain to snow. I wouldn't be suprised if school were cancelled again tomorrow.

Sorry you have been dealing with crappy weather deb. I hope it gets better soon.

whew, just caught up on 9 pages! I wasn't on the computer much over the weekend...went to see Beauty & the Beast with DD on Sat, and brought along a granola bar to avoid temptation!
We also had to shop for a new washing machine. Blah! But, the new one is supposed to be delivered tomorrow.
on Mon, we spent the whole day moving furniture around, and trying to turn our computer room into a Disney room, and I want to move my exercise bike up there so I will actually use it!

Hope everyone is doing well!!!

ooh a disney room sounds awesome.

I'm too fat to be a parent. Gee, thanks.

Ok I think I am the odd man out with my reply but everyone is entitled to their opinion so here is mine.

I think what the PA is doing is a bit ridiculous. Yes you are overweight, have high blood pressure, and diabetes. These are all things that can shorten your life, you know as well as I know that. But you currently do not have a terminal illness or severe mental health illness (well at least your not disclosing any to us). I think a conversation between you and her needs to happen and some encouragement and education on their part for you to continue to make yourself healthier but by no means should she deny signing your form.

There are idiots in this world that have multiple children while strung out on drugs. They neglect them and abuse them..... But they dont need a form signed?????? So how is it ethically moral for them to make the decision for you. I dont think it is.

I am sorry for being so blunt about this but I work in a peds office where I see some really bad situations so this topic really hits a nerve with me.

I agree with many of the others who already said that you need to make a better plan and show the PA that you are serious in doing better for yourself. If at that point she denies it, I would look for a new doctor.

Ds is much better this morning, and asked me to read the Rainbow bridge poem again today, I read it to him yesterday.

Im glad everyone is feeling better. I think what you have done and are doing for fredward and michael is amazing. You are such a wonderful Mommy. Your sister is too funny

QOTD Wednesday, January 18
Weight watchers and lots of plans say that you can eat anything and lose weight. (Moderation of course!) And for the most part, I think completely depriving yourself of your favorite treats is a recipe for frustration and even a reason many people fall off the wagon.

Having said that, is there a food you need to avoid? One that you just can't have around or you go a little crazy? Do you have treats worked into your healthy living plan or are you avoiding somethings completely right now?

I use to live by WW and eating anything in moderation worked for me to loose the weight. But I always seem to gain it back and the reason being is Fast Food I am sure of it.

What happens is that during my "dieting phase" I will only eat lower calorie items from the fast food places. Then as I loose the weight I will start to eat meals here and than and just think its ok because its in moderation. Than life gets busy and I start relying on Fast Food more and more and before you know it I am getting meals that consist of a whole days worth of calories in one meal.

So this time I am determined to quit fast food. I know my body was completely addicted. I am looking at it as a drug. If I were a drug addict I wouldnt just do a little bit here and there right. So since Dec 31 I am fast food free. The only places I go are healthier eateries like subway, pita pit, etc.

I also stopped drinking diet soda because I have heard many people on here say that it triggers your cravings for sugary foods or carbs.

I have to admit when I see commercials I still crave the gross mcdonalds food but the thoughts in my mind are getting fewer and fewer.

Uggh!!!! I just lost my post. And it was full of absolutely brilliant replies to everyone.

So, I am not going to try recreate it right now, but I did have a couple of things....

First--

Lindsay--Happy Birthday to you, Happy Birthday to you, Happy Birthday Dear Lindsay, Happy Birthday to you!!!!! Love you xoxoxo

Thank you so much Rose!

Healthy Habits Results Week 2: Spaceship Earth

Congratulations to all our participants!

Team Mickey had 7 participants:
BMC423
cclovesdis
glass1/2fll
KDIPIAZZ
MelindaRuns
myweegirls
RutgersAlum

Team Donald had 20 participants:
4HOLIDAYS
6Smiles
akhaloha
belledreamer
buzz5985
clhcpaca
disneyluvr
dizzydrop
GoofyPredsFan
JacksLilWench
jenanderson
jillbur
Jujubee27
luvpoohandcompany
Mary▪Poppins
MissDisney121
mommyof2pirates
momofdjc
ougrad86
VirataMama4

Team Donald is the team winner for HH Week 2! Congratulations!

Congratulations to the Team Mickey Participants for earning 5/5 on at least 1 of the 4 Healthy Habits! They were:
BMC423
glass1/2fll
KDIPIAZZ
MelindaRuns
myweegirls
RutgersAlum

Congratulations to MelindaRuns and myweegirls from Team Mickey for earning all 30/30 points!

Congratulations to the Team Donald Participants who earned 5/5 on at least 1 Healthy Habit! They are:
4HOLIDAYS
6Smiles
akhaloha
belledreamer
clhcpaca
disneyluvr
dizzydrop
GoofyPredsFan
JacksLilWench
jenanderson
jillbur
Jujubee27
luvpoohandcompany
Mary▪Poppins
MissDisney121
mommyof2pirates
momofdjc
ougrad86
VirataMama4

Congratulations to MissDisney121 for earning all 30/30 points!

For Week 2: Spaceship Earth, I have a mini-prize for Team Donald Participant Mary▪Poppins. Please PM me your address and I will mail out your prize as soon as possible.

Great work everyone! Keep it up. Congrats to Mary Poppins for winning the mini prize.

Happy Birthday!!! I hope you have a fantastic day!!!

Thank you very much.

:So, I had some coco pops. They are these big rice cake like things. I had 5! Good thing they are only 16 calories each!

good job on having a low cal treat around for times like this. Sorry your day didnt go as planned. Hope it got better.

Is this normal? I used to be hungry all the time, now I've just been picking at my food. I don't feel hungry, so I don't want to make myself eat. But at the same time, I can't help but think that eating just 1,000 calories for the day is kind of low.

Plus, I feel more tired than I usually do.

I have been finding some days I am not as hungry. It is important though to eat your calories most days for a few reasons that I know of. 1. energy and proper nutrition. 2. Weight loss. Your body will start to compensate for the loss of calories and hold onto water and fat so make sure you feed it right.

Maybe that is why you are feeling tired. I notice I am tired sometimes too but then I eat a snack like a banana and drink some water and I feel better.

mommyof2Pirates

Thank you.

I promise I will be better tomorrow Donald friends! .... sigh ....

No worries. You have had quite a day. I hope all is ok with all of your family members.


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whew I am finally all caught up. I tried to get on a few times today but work is just too busy. We are opening our expansion area in 2wks and now is the time to get all the equipment and furniture in. Its a bit hectic.

I have to say my birthday is like my favorite day of the year. I think I will even feel like this when/if I am 90. The sad part is my day felt pretty ordinary but thanks to all my friends on here and on facebook and real life sending me birthday wishes it made it special.

I ate great today and I allowed myself a treat but counted the calories. I had a chocolate covered oreo. It was devine and so worth the calories. I even forced myself to go to the gym and run even though I really wanted to curl up on the couch and watch american idol.

My first mini goal I set for myself is just around the corner. I only have a few lbs to go. My first reward is to treat myself to a movie. I just hope something good is out when I meet my goal or that will be disappointing.

Alright friends keep up the good work. Talk to you all soon.

 

[donac]

Good Thursday morning. Only one more day until Friday.

Don't have any time this morning. Someone wound up dh and he just stopped talking to me. It is almost time for me to got shower and he hasn't gotten his shower yet. Thanks for messing up the schedule.

Happy Birthday Lindsay. I enjoy my birthday too but at times some people just ignore it. Sort of like my anniversary. My entire family ignored my 30th anniversary except my twin sister.

Today should be better than yesterday. I had school then 2 meetings to go to, then a retirement workshop to go and then a meeting at the local high school. I got home at 8 and then had to bake some cookies for school today. I just have yoga tonight.

Have a happy and healthy day everyone.

 

[VirataMama4]

Good Morning everyone!

I now know how overwhelmed some feel when they miss a day on this thread! Its kinda daunting to have to go back and try to catch up.

My sore throat is now a full blown cold and I'm sure it will be broncitis before long... Thats just the story of my life, especially when something in the air is irritating me. I'm guessing its all the mold and marshy stuff we have this year because of all the rain. I'm hoping that I'll be able to get in Week 2 Day 3 of C25k today, but I may have to walk some the "run" parts, but I was planning on repeating week 2 anyways...

On a good note we are doing a trial run with a new dog! We already have a Shih Tzu/Maltese and I've been wanting another. I found someone that was getting rid of a 3yr Pom, I showed her pic to DH and he said ok! So we picked her up yesterday and so far it seems to be working out with both dogs. Her name is Foxie Fauna Marie (we added the 2 last names cuz all our animals have to have long crazy names.)

Now, I'm off to try to read the rest of the pages I missed!

 

[jillbur]

Jill,

have you ever tried renting DVC points from a member to get the feel of one of the resorts? That might be something to try, and maybe after staying at one of those resorts your DH will be hooked!

I have considered it. We need to narrow our dates for next year down so I can start planning. Last time, we got free dining and DH loved not having to worry about money for food. So, we'll see what happens. Thanks for the suggestion!

On a good note we are doing a trial run with a new dog! We already have a Shih Tzu/Maltese and I've been wanting another. I found someone that was getting rid of a 3yr Pom, I showed her pic to DH and he said ok! So we picked her up yesterday and so far it seems to be working out with both dogs. Her name is Foxie Fauna Marie (we added the 2 last names cuz all our animals have to have long crazy names.)

Now, I'm off to try to read the rest of the pages I missed!

A new dog? How fun! I'm glad everything is going good so far. And I love the name!


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Heading to work late today because DS has an appt at 9 at the orthodontist for more molds. He's getting his expander on the 30th. I told him I'd take him to breakfast after the appt, so I'll probably get to work just in time for lunch lol. Yay!

I'll check in later!

Jill