TEAM MICKEY--Biggest Loser 11 Spring Team Challenge!

[tmfranlk]

QOTD Monday, January 3, 2011: When was your first trip to Disney, your last trip and when is your next trip? How many times have you been?

My first trip was when I was 7yo so spring of 1983. We went on 3 family trips in elementary/junior high school. After that, I didn't go again until I graduated from college in 1998. I went with my best friend and his girl friend on that trip. In 2001 I took my then 5yo sister for her first trip (Yes, I was almost 25 - big age difference) and have been at least 12 times since then including 6 trips with now 7yo Terra. Our last trip was in Sept 2008 and it was DH's first time going with us! (Unfortunately, also probably his last trip as he's not a big traveller. ). Our next trip WILL be in Nov/Dec of 2001 for Deva's first trip. (The empathic will is a result of having to cancel multiple trips since '08 due to money and then having a baby so I'm suffering major withdrawls. Deva will be almost exactly the same age as Terra was on her first trip (and oddly enough Terra will be the same age my little sister was on Terra's first trip- might be a bit of de ja vu).

Now DL is another story. I went there on a band trip in high school for New Year's Eve. Then when I was pregnant with Terra we moved there to be near DH's family. Though we only ended up staying there two years, we were at DL more times than I could count (LOVED living 15 min from the park - that was the best part about living in CA). Since then we're been 1-2 time a year while visiting family and friends. Our last trip to DL was in February when we spent Terra's birthday at the park.

 

[Merryweather27]

When my husband and I both lost the 70 pounds he went down more than 8 inches in his pants. I still wear the same clothes. That's SO frustrating, to not see the progress. I just don't get it.

I feel your pain! I too am slow to shed inches even while the pounds are dropping quickly. I was planning to start WIN, but I'm scared that my inches will stay the same for quite a while and get me discouraged!

 

[maslex]

QOTD Monday, January 3, 2011: When was your first trip to Disney, your last trip and when is your next trip? How many times have you been?

MY first trip was in October 1993 (for our honeymoon--although it was like my DH's 3-4th time). ***offsite

Our next trip wasn't until May 2001 (our first trip with our boys) They were 4 and 5 at the time. ***offsite

Then in June 2005 the four of us took a trip with MIL, Dh's stepfather, SIL, BIL and nephew. It was a Christmas present from the inlaws ***onsite at All Star Movies.

July 2007, a trip with SIL, BIL & nephew. ***onsite at Pop Century

April 2008, took our first Disney cruise to St Maarten, St Thomas. LOVED IT!!! We went with friends of ours with their son who is the same age as my youngest.

June 2009, a trip with just the four of us. Had a week's vacation stay at Wilderness Lodge, then did a 5 night cruise (not Disney though) then came back to Disney for a stay at Coronado Springs. Was a long 2 weeks but had a blast!!!

Right now we don't have any plans on going back to WDW anytime soon. DH wants to wait until we can go during an "off season" We don't do well in the heat and we're about sick of the crowds. LOL Ever since our first taste of cruising, that's the vacation route we've been taking. So we have one planned with Carnival in August of 2011. THEN----June 2012 we're doing our 2nd Disney cruise on the Fantasy!!!! This is the first time we're doing the Western Caribbean!!!

 

[newmouse2008]

Hey team mickey!! I just joined the group tonight. I have been fussing about my weight for years and turning 50 this month has finally made me realize that the time is now. Looking back at the photos from this past month really has motivated me to get off my butt. I went on a cruise in December. My next cruise is in May and I really want to be a thinner healthier cruiser!!


T.

 

[disneymom2one]

QUOTD:

My first trip (like a lot of people) was my honeymoon in 1993. We went back in 1998 when Hann was three and have been many, many times since then. We moved to Florida in 1999 and with FL resident discounts (and now DVC), we get down about three times a year. Our last trip was a couple of weeks ago - we started at Saratoga for two nights, then took a great trip to DC (via the Autotrain) then ended at Hilton Head (does that count?).

Our next trip is spring break - AKL and BCV.

Well, today the real world starts for us. The beginning of the semester is always incredibly stressful - our daughter is not happy at our local high school and is really unhappy about heading back tomorrow and my husband and I have much to do before the college begins on Wednesday. To add to things, my husband is actually leaving early Thursday morning to fly to San Francisco to speak at a conference. It's a big honor and I'm thrilled for him but I'll be extra busy covering some of his classes and managing my own set until he gets back. The high school also has made massive changes to many kids' schedules - including Hann's. Change and autism generally are not such a good thing so I'm hoping for the best but realistically, she'll probably have a tough go of it.

I'll probably get quiet again but I am trying to post more as I really fell off during the fall. I also still haven't learned to multi-quote - and I'm kind of typical math prof - very shy IRL - almost withdrawn some would say.

 

[tigger813]

I HATE THE WIND!!!!! Woke me up at 4 and I couldn't get back to sleep. So, I checked the PMs that came in and am about to head down and begin my workouts for the day. I hate being up this early as I will want to go to bed at 8 tonight and I have a ton to do today and tonight!

Don't forget the healthy habits! They are great! I try and follow them as best I can but don't always report! I hope to do better this time around with that.

Shorts, socks, sneakers and my Tigger/Pooh tank top are on so it's time to go to the BL Ranch and burn some calories!

TTFN

 

[Rose&Mike]

I feel your pain! I too am slow to shed inches even while the pounds are dropping quickly. I was planning to start WIN, but I'm scared that my inches will stay the same for quite a while and get me discouraged!

I really encourage you to go ahead and measure. We are only reporting every4 weeks, I think, and you might be pleasantly surprised with the results!

Hey team mickey!! I just joined the group tonight. I have been fussing about my weight for years and turning 50 this month has finally made me realize that the time is now. Looking back at the photos from this past month really has motivated me to get off my butt. I went on a cruise in December. My next cruise is in May and I really want to be a thinner healthier cruiser!!


T.

Welcome!

MB--hope your week goes as smoothly as possible.

Tracey--I have been up since 3am, so I feel your pain. I guess the insomnia is back....I might have to break down and go to the doctor this time.

Good morning all! I hope everyone returning to work today has a great day!

Briefly, here is what is going on in my house. My dh's sister died very unexpectedly on Jan.1. She was 44 and lives about 400 miles away. Their parents both died many years ago, and she was not married. He was not close to his sister. It has been a rough couple of days. Mike is leaving today to go deal with some of the stuff. He will have a small memorial service on Wednesday. Because of family issues--which no one really wants to hear about--the big service will be on Saturday. He is coming home on Thursday, because our DS goes back to college on Friday--he goes to school 500 miles away in the opposite direction. Mike decided this is what he needed to do for us (me and ds), for his sanity, and because he has been off work since Dec.20 and really needs to be there at some point this week. So for that reason, he told the extended family to do whatever they want, since they decided Wednesday was not going to work for them. I am exhausted, he is exhausted, our son is a mess--he's dealing with the fact that someone his parents age died unexpectedly and it's scaring him. He had a rough semester in the fall, so we want him to have as normal a week this week as possible.

Anyhow, that's where I'm at. I'm not even sure what I ate yesterday. I am hoping to get some exercise in today, even if it's just a couple of miles on the treadmill at home. Please send good thoughts our way today as Mike makes the drive.

Thank you again to Tracey for taking over as coach for me this week. I will definitely be back to coach sometime during the challenge.

Have a great day everyone!

 

[tigger813]

Love and hugs to you and Mike! We will be praying for your whole family!

I did miles 1, 2, and 4 of BL Power Walk! I was sweating like crazy! I'll be setting up my complete workout schedule later today after I start the EASA2. I plan on doing the Last CHance Workout every Friday morning before weigh in. I really like that workout as it involves a lot of things.

Time to get DD1 up so we can hit the wellness center before she heads off to school at 7:25!

TTFN

 

[Rose&Mike]

Thanks Tracey.

Forgot to say--Taryn--you better be coming back soon. I am missing you!

 

[tigger813]

Thanks Tracey.

Forgot to say--Taryn--you better be coming back soon. I am missing you!

Yeah, where is that woman? We need her!!!!!

 

[flipflopmom]

My gut feeling is that I will find it very successful! I want to reach my goal weight by the end of 2011. That's at least 25, if not 35 pounds. I would love to do reach my goal weight by the end of BL 11, but I also know that if I don't lose slowly, I don't keep it off.

My gut feeling is that you will be very successful, too!!!! Thanks for being our HH coach!

I almost died this year because of blood clots in my lungs and arm. I ended up in the ICU on the ventilator and am VERY lucky to be alive. soooo, I received my wake up call... then hit the snooze button!

That's a cute way of thinking about it, the snooze button! I know you will be very successful!!!

Just popping in to say Happy New Year to the TEAM MICKEY crowd!

Thanks for popping in, otherwise I would miss you!

I have had an amazing week since the day after Christmas, with no exercise (no time) I just keep losing somehow.

That's awesome! I did that for a few weeks, it lulled me into complacency, though. Be careful. Good job getting back into the gym!

Hope everyone has a fun and safe time tonight! This will be my last Chinese food splurge until I get rid of the holiday weight!

I know EXACTLY what you mean!!!

So excited to be in this challenge! This is my first one. My name is Karen and I'm 47. Married 20 years, no kids - just dogs!

Hey Karen, our names rhyme! I'm Taryn. I have 2 kids, but my dogs are very important to me, too! The boot camp sounds like fun, I have a few friends here that do it. Sounds like you already have a solid exercise plan!

Hi Fellow Mickey team challengers! Happy New Year!!
I'm Tammy, 40 years old and promised myself more health during this decade. Some of my family members have been diagnosed with diabetes (adult onset) during this time.

My Daddy had diabetes, and my brother and Father-in- law were both diagnosed this year with it. It's a very scary disease, and one reason I decided to get healthy, too.

QOTD 1/1/11 Saturday--two parts
1. Introduce yourself, if you haven't done so yet.
2. Do you have a goal for this week, this month, this challenge?

I'll do an intro in another post, but my goal for this week is to get my butt in gear, and not allow ANYTHING unhealthy into my body, and workout! I'd like to loose 2 pounds this week, 8-10 pounds this month, and end the challenge in the 140s.

QOTD: Hi Team Mickey!! My name is Jen and I'm a High School Biology Teacher!!!! This is my 2nd WISH challenge although I'm sad to say I didn't stick through with the other one but my goal this time is to follow through with this one no matter what!!!!

STick with it, you'll be glad you did!

Hi my name is Tia, I'm 34, a stay at home/homeschooling mom and in-home child care provider and this is my 2nd and a half challenge. The half was last January when I jumped back in and was doing really well, especially with exercise. Them in Feb I got so tired I couldn't even imagine a step of exercise...lo and behold I was pregnant with my 2nd DD (now 3 months)!

Seems like I remember that, glad you baby is healthy, and you are back with us. It is tough to maintain your healthy with an infant, kudos to you for doing it for you and the baby!

My name is Michelle and I am 39 (40 in July). I have been married for 15 years and have 2 dds (12 & 10). I am a SAHM and I homeschool both my children and have for 6 years now. Both my girls are competitive gymnasts so we spend a lot of time at their practices and competitions.

My oldest daughter, 11, just quit competitive gymnastics after 5 years. It was a very hard decision, but she was totally burned out, and if I admit it, so were we. It was a lifestyle change, for sure! I totally get what you mean, our lives revolved around her gym schedule!

This is my first time trying WISH but I've got high hopes! I'm not overly concerned about my weight (in fact as of right now I have NO idea what it actually is....might get a scare when I weigh in) but I'd really just like to get rid of the spare tire that's clung tight to my middle!

That's a good way to look at it! It was the last to move, and unfortunately, the first to come back, too, for me!

I might have a hard time keeping up with you online this week because I'm going to Disney!!

Have fun!

Hi everyone.

I hope you guys had a great trip! I kept looking around to see if I saw you at HHI, I wasn't sure if our trips coincided or not! Glad to have you back and posting!!!!

Good morning and Happy New Year everyone! I'm Kath, 45 years old, have struggled with an extra 20 to 30 lbs my whole adult life....and I will admit it, I don't like to exercise!

I think finding something you like makes all the difference. I will say that I hate running in the midst of it, usually, but love the afterglow!

I think I introduced already - but I will add on. I am Kristi, 39 (40 in February) SAHM of 2 boys 9 & 6. This past Biggest Looser challenge was my first and I was the overall winner! I have another 40 pounds to go to - so just keep chugging.

Yes ma'am, miss winner, you keep us all motivated! Just keep swimming, just keep swimming!

My name is Pam. I'm 39yrs old. I've been a school bus driver for the past 9 years. Sadly, I'm one of those people who have a LARGE amount of weight to lose so even going for a walk each day is a big deal for me. But I'm dedicated to get SOMETHING in every day this week.

You've come to the right place. Just move, daily, and it will slowly but surely come off and get easier. BTW, as a Kindergarten teacher, I don't envy you at ALL. I've always said you couldn't pay me enough to drive a school bus!

Good morning team Mickey! For this challenge, I'm hoping to lose 50 pounds. I have 200 pounds to lose so 50 pounds will help so much. I'm having so much problems staying motivated after losing an initial 70 pounds, so I'm really hoping this will help put a firecracker back in my butt :

POW!!! Did that work? 70 pounds is AWESOME!!!!!!! Keep moving,eating healthy, posting, and reading, and it will happen, I promise!!

Hello my name is Maria. I'm 42 years old. I've been married for 22 years, and we have a 15year old dd. I have been overweight all my life. In 2003 I lost 52 lbs, sadly to say I put them back on and found some more. y goals for this week is to drink my water, drop the sodas, 30 min of exercise each day and to eat more fruits and veg.

Dropping the sodas will help tremendously, and pretty quickly, too. You can do this!

I haven't had a chance to introduce myself--I'm Veronica, 39 (turning 40 in October) I have one daughter who is almost 6. I'm ready to get healthy and be an active and fun Mommy who isn't hiding from bathing suits and swimming pools or cameras because I'm embarassed of how I look.

It's amazing how losing weight gives you more confidence, and energy to play with your children. Kudos to you for doing it as an example for her!

My name is Jeannine and I am 45. I have 2 dd's 19 and 14. My DH has a dd from a previous relationship and she is 25 and has 3 children, making us grandparents. I have been married for 20yrs this past Dec.

Good luck entering the workforce! I actually wish I could be a SAHM. Menu planning is a big key, once you get into the habit, it's easier. There is a BL recipe thread on the WISH boards, maybe you could get some ideas from that~!

. It has been a long time since I tracked what I ate, so I know this will be good. And so far the new WW plan seems very doable, especially now that fruits and veggies are free! I've also been thinking about goals.

Tracking does make a huge difference! You're off to a great start!

For today, it's to behave myself with my eating, exercise and that dreadful water. For the week, it's to do every healthy challenge every day. And for the month, it's to have lost an averagel of two pounds per week.

Great goals!!!!

I'm Kelli. I will be 34 in a few days and I have been married 5 years to my amazing husband. We don't have any kids, just two very spoiled pets. Our dog Jazz is almost 14 and still doing great, especially now that we added Boo to the house. Boo is our 10 month kitten who I'm sure you will hear more about!

oh, sweet boo, tigger on crack! You've done amazingly, and I have no doubts you'll meet those goals!

Hi my name is Becky. I am 28 and live in PA. I have struggled with weight my whole life. I did a few of these challenges a few years ago. I lost a large amount of weight a few years ago and was training for a half marathon. I managed to break my foot in 2008 and was not allowed to put weight on it for almost 4 months. So it was about 6-8 months before I could walk without limping, etc.

You've overcome a lot. Hoping for a clean bill of health for you, too! I shattered my leg/ankle at 17, I know how hard that is to overcome! You can do it!

Hi All!
I'm Reilly. I'm an HR manager for a biotech company in Boston. I'm 26 and have been happily married to my DH for 2 years. We have 2 dogs no kids (although I* consider them my kids lol) My ultimate goal is to lose 30 lbs and to do the princess 1/2 next year

Great goals! Looking forward to getting to know you better!

Hi everyone! My name is Lisa, I am 35, married for 13 years and a SAHM with two kids, 9 and 5. In my former (and will be again someday) life I went to culinary school and worked as a cook. In 2010 I lost 23 pounds, which I keep telling myself is a good number, even though so many did so much better. I also started thyroid medication in June.

DH would love to go to culinary school, we're foodies! 23 is a GREAT number! Especially throwing in the thyroid issues!

My name is Vicki. I'm 49 years old. I've been married to the most wonderful man for 28 years and we have two beautiful DDs, 25 & 22. Four years ago, I lost 25 pounds just by healthier habits - parking farther from the door, eating breakfast every day, and drinking water.

What a testimony on how the HH can work! You are so right, 50's just a number!

Hi! Then last year I found out that my 52 year old Dad had a terminal illness brought on by not taking care of himself. He also has numerous other health problems including diabetes, high blood pressure and high cholesterol due to his size. I started in August and have lost 44 lbs. so far. I limit myself to a certain amount of calories and make sure I have plenty of fruits and vegetables.

I totally understand. Without getting too maudlin, I lost my Daddy last September. He had diabetes, high blood pressure, blood issues, and finally kidney cancer. You're off to a WONDERFUL start!!!!!

My name is Megan, and I am 14 years old. I have joined this challenge as I am a tad over 300 pounds, have battled being overweight ever since I can remember and would like to change. I look forward to accomplishing my goal, I just can't wait to be skinny!!

Megan, I am so proud of you for starting this challenge. What a wonderful feeling you'll have when you accomplish your goal, start a lifestyle that will lead to being a healthy adult!

QOTD: Sunday, Jan. 2, 2011
This is kind of a sharing information and strategies question as we have a lot of newbies with us:
What types of exercise are you going to do or have been doing that can help others with this challenge?

I started running last February with the Couch to 5K (c25K) program. I was very overweight, and cried the first time I ran for a minute. Thankfully I progressed, and it was very motivating to see that I could run farther each time. For anyway looking to get into running, it's a great, great plan! I also do ab and arm work, just some basics with hand weights. Got a great DVD called 8 minute abs that ROCKS!!!

This is my first Biggest Loser Challenge, but not the first time I've tried to lose weight. I went to Weight Watchers in September, 2001 and lost a lot of weight in about 10 months. I regret to say that I have found it all again (plus a bit more). I haven't successfully stuck with any plan since then.

Don't give up this time, you are worth it!!!!!!

Thank you so much Tracey for taking over as coach for the rest of the week. We had a very unexpected family emergency, so I will be in and out for the next several days.

OH NO Rose, I hope everything is okay!!!!!!!!! Let me know if you need anything!

Happy new years everyone! My name is Jeanette. This is my second BL challenge. For this challenge, I would like to lose 10lbs more. Since I will be getting married this year, having lost the majority of my weight has definitely been a stress reliever. I will be going on a disney cruise in 18 days and am really looking forward to that.

I didn't know you were going on a disney cruise!!!! Have you decided on a venue yet?

I had a great OP day. Finishing up my last cup of water, got way more than 20 min of exercise (did a 6 mile run at an 11:50 pace), and got 3 servings of veggies in plus 3 of fruits for a bonus.

WAY to go Lindsay!!!!!!!!!

Hello! My name is Tiffany, I am a 28 year old SAHM with 3 beautiful girls, one second grader and twin girls who just turned one.

You are exactly right, your girls are BEAUTIFUL!!!!! Welcome!

I joined WW on Wednesday and I'm trying to sort through the new plan.

I hope you like it! I've thought about getting the info, but again, money doesn't allow...

Hello Team! I've really enjoyed reading about all of you so far. I'm Jen--I'm a 34 year old speech therapist. !

Welcome to the team! You're going to be very successful!

Hi I'm Karen SAHM to dd - we also homeschool. Dh and I just celebrated our 20th wedding anniversary and dd's 11th birthday (at Disney of course!) - conveniently they're both on Dec 1st! We call it our family celebration day.

How sweet! That's really cool!!!!

Hi, my name is Angie. I am a school teacher and have been married for 28 years. I would like to lose 25 pounds. My goal is to start regular exercising and watching what I eat. My husband and I tend to eat out way too much, so will try to eat more at home.

Eating out can be a lifestyle buster, too many bad choices. You can do this!

Hello. My name is Michelle and I am excited to begin this challenge. I am 48 years old, I have been married for 19 years, and I have a 12 year old son. I am a 5th grade teacher and a DVC owner. I am a former cast member. 25 years ago I was considered too fat to be "on stage" (I was a size 16).

That's crazy! What an exciting life, though! I have an 11 year old (and a 3 year old), a K teacher, and a DVC owner, too. We have lots in common, looking forward to getting to know you better!

Right now, even walking any distance is a chore for me. I do know that I can walk 2 times around the track (what's that? a 1/2 mile?). The thing is though I live in a region that gets very cold, well actually FREEZING most of the winter with whipping winds (actually where I live it's known as Hurricane Alley because the winds get so bad) I do have many exercise dvd's that have collected dust over the years. I have a whole dvd set of Richard Simmons "Sweatin to the Oldies" a set of 5 WATP dvd's (although I just found out this week that I had bought an advanced set instead of a beginners set) I have 2 Weight Watcher dvd's that I bought a couple of years ago and still haven't used. I also have the Wii "Walk it Out" and the Wii Fit (unfortunately I'm over the weight limit for this so I haven't been able to even use it yet) And my last one is the EA Active?? (I think that's the name of it, but unfortunately on that one, the leg strap isn't big enough for my leg)

Move every day, and it will get easier. You have a great collection of DVD's to get you started! Keep on keeping on!!!

Hello teammates,

My goal this week is to complete the first 7 days of P90X. I attempted this in the past and got to day 11 or 12 before it was too much of a hassle.

Dave, I've heard that is KILLER! Good luck to you!!!!

My name is Cam. I am 47 years old and have been married to the most wonderful man in the world for 26 years. I had four heart "surgeries" and was cured in January 2005. The doctor who did the 3rd and 4th surgeries was a miracle worker. I had to get special permission to go to Johns Hopkins in Baltimore to see if he could help. I am down 55 pounds from my highest weight at the pre-surgery physical in January 2005. My goal is to lose another 40. I would LOVE to do it by our Disney Mediterranean cruise in June, but am realistic enough to realize that I should expect to reach the goal by the end of 2011, at best. Right now, I am pretty constrained on the cardio I can do, but I know I lose best with cardio. I bought the Leslie Sansone 3 miles workout and did that yesterday. It was 45 minutes, including 5 minutes warm-up and 5 minutes cool down.

Awesome CAM!!! Your story is so motivating! I am so glad you found some exercise you can do!!

I have been struggling SO much with exercise it's not even funny. I've actually been in a pretty high amount of pain the last two months or so because of my new job. I got a job at Sea World, but that job includes me going up and down stairs repeatedly all day long.

Great job losing 70. It's crazy how much weight it takes to go down sizes in clothes for women. Been there, done that. I am sorry you are in pain right now, but your body will get used to those stairs, and soon it will be lots easier!

My name is Chris. I'm 40 years old and married to my3princes. My goal for this challenge is to lose at least 30 lbs. Anything south of 200 lbs would make me happy. Mind you I was over 200 lbs in high school.

Hey Chris! Good to meet you! We've heard lots about you, all good! Well, mostly about your family, but still... Welcome!

Oh, Liz, I'm sorry you are feeling overwhelmed. I agree that a smaller goal is going to do so much for your mindset! Whenever I think about how much I have to lose I get overwhelmed, too, so I know how you feel. No, Lindsay, no races for me this coming weekend. I just have to be realistic and 9 miles completely totalled my knee for several days. I am so worried about doing more damage to it, so I have persuaded myself to NOT do the 1/2 this year.

I know that was hard for you to come to that decision, but I am glad you are taking care of that knee! Great advice, BTW.

My name is Matt. I am 31. My wife and I married 4 years ago in Disney World. We now have 2 beautiful daughters who are 3 and 1. I am new to the BL Challenge as well as the DIS Boards in general. My wife has been on the DIS Boards for years. We decided that we would lose weight this year and this challenge should help us keep focused. We are really taking eating healthy and exercise seriously this time.

Welcome to DIS, and BL!!! How cool to get married at WDW. Having your wife doing the challenge will make it sooo much easier for you! You can do this!

Busy day. Chris and my brother moved and stacked about 3 cord of wood this morning. We've taken down all of our Outside Christmas decorations which only leaves the Christmas cards left to put away.

I love reading all about your home improvements!!!!

Hiya, Team Mickey! I lost 40 pounds in six months, then plateaued and fell off the wagon. Since then I have since gained it all back plus 10 buddy pounds. Subsequent dieting attempts have never lasted longer than 2 months or yielded more than a 10 pound loss.

STICK WITH IT!!! You'll be glad you did! We're all here for you!

Ok so I'm late to the team but I'm Christine, 32 , mom of three boys (7,4,4) and married to DH for 10 years. Im restarting at WW this week and hope to lose 50 lbs this year as a goal but just want to be more healthy no matter how much I lose...

Glad you are here!

QOTD Monday, January 3, 2011: When was your first trip to Disney, your last trip and when is your next trip? How many times have you been?

My first trip was our honeymoon in Dec. 1996 at WL. Took the girls for their first trip in July of 09, bought DVC, last trip June 10 at our new home at BLT, and next trip will be July 4th at BLT!!!!

It has been a brutally long day. Have a good night everyone.

Again, hope everything is okay. Let me know if you need any help!

Hello, Everyone! My boys are 3 years and 10 months, and I'm ready to reclaim my body!

Love it!!!!

I'm ready for the endulgence and gluttony of the Holidays to end!

AMEN!!! Sounds like you get lots of exercise!

Well, today the real world starts for us. The beginning of the semester is always incredibly stressful - our daughter is not happy at our local high school and is really unhappy about heading back tomorrow and my husband and I have much to do before the college begins on Wednesday.

Don't you get quiet again! I love hearing from you! I am so sorry she's struggling, it's such a tough battle. But she's strong, and so are you. Just hang in there, take each day as it comes. Sending PPD your way!

I HATE THE WIND!!!!! Woke me up at 4 and I couldn't get back to sleep. I hate being up this early as I will want to go to bed at 8 tonight and I have a ton to do today and tonight!

Maybe you can catch a 20 minute power nap. They do wonders for me!

Whew! All caught up. BRB with my own novella!

 

[flipflopmom]

Briefly, here is what is going on in my house. My dh's sister died very unexpectedly on Jan.1.

I am so, so sorry honey! Sending PPD your way, hope you, Mike, and Thomas all can deal with this and move on... I must have been posting at the same time!

Yeah, where is that woman? We need her!!!!!

Awww.... you guys....... You make me feel so special!

Well, here I am! In a mess, as usual, but I'm here! As an intro, in case I didn't already, I'm Taryn, 35, K teacher, working on Master's Degree, Pampered Chef consultant, married 14 years 2 girls, 11 and almost 4 (on the 13th!), and two furboys! I joined BL last February, went from 218 on Jan 18th to 150 in Oct. I was happy, even got complacent after a bought with mono. Financial issues abound here, due to DH's hours being cut and some poor financial decisions on my part. Digging our way out, day by day, hence the pampered chef. It's taken a toll on me mentally and physically. Inexpensive food is UnheALTHY!

I am so glad this challenge is starting up! Your stories have motivated me. I am scared to be in that "lost a bunch of weight, put it back on again" crowd again. BTDT, got pregnant, yada yada. Weighed this am, and I AM UP 12 POUNDS FROM MY LOW IN OCTOBER! Rose, add me to the losers when you have time. I know some of this is bloating from driving, I gain 3-4 pounds every time I spend 5 or more hours in a car. Not sure why.

It starts TODAY! I did get back into exercise while on our recent trip to Hilton Head. I ran one day outside, and visited the workout room once, did a couple of miles on the dreadmill for the first time ever, and didn't fall off, so that was encouraging, and did a couple on the bicycle, and some weights for my arms, spent an hour in there overall.

I've got to rethink my workouts, because I just can't handle running in the cold and dark, which was my usual morning times to run. Hoping I can start in the evenings, worse comes to worse I know I can run on the treadmill so I could go over to the free gym at the community college after work. I want those 12 pounds gone by the end of the month. It will be tough, but I am determined!

In a very, very stressed place right now, we got home late last night, I had a terrible migraine from the drive, and then DH started on the money as soon as we got back. Thanks to DVC points, it was a VERY low cost trip, covered mostly by Christmas money, but still.... Almost sick worrying again. Then the weight issue. AND I have to go back to work in an hour. AND I have a terrible backache, probably from the ride, too. It catches every time I twist. AND my house is a wreck, the Christmas decorations still arent' down. Cheerful Taryn is not in a happy place, although our trip was fun, even if DH had a cold and wasn't into a lot of it. But he tried a lot, bless his heart, as we say in the south! So the reality slap in the face is stinging this am!

Hopefully I can make some calls, book some Pampered Chef shows, get my house in order, organize my month, and lose 2-3 pounds by Friday. Simple, right?

Can I throw a temper tantrum? Don't wanna go to work!! Going to put off getting ready a bit by sending my weight in, and doing my measurements. Thank GOODNESS it's just a workday!

Have a great day all!
Taryn

 

[Applemomma]

Briefly, here is what is going on in my house. My dh's sister died very unexpectedly on Jan.1. She was 44 and lives about 400 miles away. Their parents both died many years ago, and she was not married. He was not close to his sister. It has been a rough couple of days. Mike is leaving today to go deal with some of the stuff. He will have a small memorial service on Wednesday. Because of family issues--which no one really wants to hear about--the big service will be on Saturday. He is coming home on Thursday, because our DS goes back to college on Friday--he goes to school 500 miles away in the opposite direction. Mike decided this is what he needed to do for us (me and ds), for his sanity, and because he has been off work since Dec.20 and really needs to be there at some point this week. So for that reason, he told the extended family to do whatever they want, since they decided Wednesday was not going to work for them. I am exhausted, he is exhausted, our son is a mess--he's dealing with the fact that someone his parents age died unexpectedly and it's scaring him. He had a rough semester in the fall, so we want him to have as normal a week this week as possible.

Anyhow, that's where I'm at. I'm not even sure what I ate yesterday. I am hoping to get some exercise in today, even if it's just a couple of miles on the treadmill at home. Please send good thoughts our way today as Mike makes the drive.

Thank you again to Tracey for taking over as coach for me this week. I will definitely be back to coach sometime during the challenge.

Have a great day everyone!

My sympathies and prayers for you. Be kind to yourself this week...

 

[Princess Nancy]

Hello Everyone!

My Name is Nancy and I would am now part of Team Mickey!!

In 2007, My Husband and I completed the Disney 1/2 Marathon. SInce then I have had a hard time finding my groove. I have gained weight and now am hoping to get back on track.
I am eating healthy and doing Jillian's 30 day Shred and using the Wii Fit. Wow my little character is round! Gotta change that!

Looking forward to being part of the team for great Moral support!!

BTW, who do I email my weight to?

Thanks!!

 

[Applemomma]

QOTD Monday, January 3, 2011: When was your first trip to Disney, your last trip and when is your next trip? How many times have you been?

My first was way back in 1980 with my parents and sister when it was still just the Magic Kingdom! I was chomping at the bit to getback but it took until 2007 and a conference for DH to manage it. That's when I discovered the DIS and realized it didn't have to be a once in a lifetime trip! Did a one day trip with a friend in 2009 and just returned in November with my mom and 2 dd's.

Planning to hopefully return evey two years now! No date set for the next one but if the stars aline I'll hopefully be cruising with the DISUnplugged in Dec 2012 and making it a land and sea package And hopefully I'll be in a healthier body thanks to WISH and Team Mickey....did horribly yesterday but today is a brand new day!

 

[KristiMc]

Rose: So sorry for your loss.

QOTD: My first time in a Disney park was in 1999. I was in Orlando for work and I went to Epcot for a day by myself. My first planned vacation to WDW was in 2000. My DH and I spent 4 days at the parks and did a 3 day Disney cruise. Since then we have been to WDW 3 times with the kids (2006,2008 & Feb. 2010). Our next trip is a 7-night Eastern Caribbean cruise on the Magic in March. Only 81 more days to go!

 

[PRINCESS VIJA]

Hey guys, I am sitting here fuming! I have to calm down before I go eat breakfast, or else I know what will happen Just needing to vent to someone.

So, we have a new rule at work that no vacation requests can go in before Jan.1. our department was closed 1/2-1/2. I got off today, went in early to put in my request and lo and behold there are already requests there. I asked one of the nurses who did it and they put it in on 12/31 dated it 1/1 and said "I didn't think it would be that big of a deal". there are 2 days that it affects me because I am the 3rd nurse to ask off, and only 2 are allowed. So I called my manager and she told me we have to take it to the coordinating council. Great. Maybe they can change something for the future, but for now I totally get screwed by following the rules.

 

[tigger813]

I hate it when people don't follow the rules! And then it impacts us that do follow the rules!!!!

Have you Pmed me your starting weight? Deadline is 7:30pm!

 

[BELLE1109]

Rose- hugs to you and your family.

 

[disneymom2one]

Rose ... I'm so sorry about your husband's sister.

I can see something similar happening here and have no clue what we would do. My sister and I are best friends but we are estranged from our brother (his decision) and have been since we lost my dad six years ago (mom passed two years prior). I worry a lot about him as he really has no one (he's also estranged from his only child). I feel like we owe it to our parents to do the right thing - but it's very, very difficult.

Anyway, my thoughts are with you.