TEAM MICKEY--Biggest Loser 11 Spring Team Challenge!

[ScubaD]

Hello teammates,

What you don't know about me is that I have been to Haiti three times and will go a fourth time in July. Side note: I would like to be 230 pounds for this trip. Did you know there are no fat people in Haiti, only when Americans visit. We have a sister church that is located on the southwestern tip of Haiti right on the Caribbean. Sad thing is we cannot go swimming because of the stuff that empties into it (use your imagination). We partner with Reciprocal Ministries out of Florida if you are interested in checking them out (www.rminet.org).

On this trip will will be building a parsonage for a small church next to our sister church. As our fundraiser I created a dinner show using a Disney theme. I am hoping it goes over well, either they will love it or they will say we are schilling for an evil major corporation...oh well.

Dave

 

[cclovesdis]

Welcome to Healthy Habits Week 10!

Please read carefully. There are a few surprises this week!

My name is CC (short for Christina) and I will be your Healthy Habits coach for BL 11. I love the BL challenges and Healthy Habits has helped me significantly in achieving many of my goals.

Some Background Information: Thanks to donac (Dona-hostess of Team Donald) and jenanderson for their amazing help so I know how to coach! I couldn’t do this without seeing them in action previously. I will be continuing the prizes that Jen started.

Here’s How Healthy Habits Works for Week 10: This week, there will be 5 Healthy Habits (HH) to complete. The first two HHs will still be drinking water and exercising. The next 3 are below. At the end of each week, you will tally up the number of points you earned for the week and send me a private message with your total. There are 35 possible points for Week 10.

Your total points (ex: 12/18) AND your team name should be in the subject of your PM.

This is a team competition. On/about Tuesday evening, I will post the week’s results. I will share the number of participants on each team and the top scorers on each team. New for BL 11: I will also list the people who earned 7/7 on one or more of the HHs for the week. If you participated on the team with the most participants, you will be entered into a drawing for the week's prize. Each prize will have something to do with the 3rd Healthy Habit for the week. I will post the 3 winners and ask that they PM me their contact information. (Please Note: If you do not wish to be entered into the drawing, please let me know in your PM. I understand people’s WISHes for privacy.)

Special for Week 10: All participants on both teams who earn 35/35 points will be entered into a drawing for the 4th prize.

Participation in Healthy Habits is entirely optional, but I encourage you to participate and help your team be on top for the week. Good luck on your journey and I hope that HHs helps you as much as it continues to help me!

Welcome to Health Habits Week 10

Week 10 is 3/4-3/10

This week's 5 Healthy Habits are:
1) Drink Eight 8 oz. glasses of water.
2) Exercise a minimum of 30 minutes a day.
3) Journal you food.*
4) Eat a total of 5 servings of fruits and veggies per day.
5) Write down 1 positive aspect of your day each day.**

*Journaling is something that is very important for many of us so it's back for another week. I encourage you to journal infomation like PointsPlus, calories, fat, etc., but even just writing down every bite you had that day is great!

**Also Special for Week 10: Share your list of positives on your team thread on any day Friday, March 11-Monday, March 14 and you will be entered into a drawing for the 5th and final prize for Week 10!

Remember, every participant counts, regardless of the number of points you earn!

If you have any questions, please feel free to ask!

 

[ScubaD]

So it is weigh-in day at Weight Watchers. I am leaving as soon as I press "send" so there is no turning back. Every week since I have been going I have lost weight, of which I am very pleased. I am not sure about tonight. I did not exceed my food intake, I exercised with P90X every day, but you know when you have those feelings, huh?!

Anyway, I know I did everything I was supposed to and the scale is only one of many signs of our success. So if I have a "+" in front of my weight results for the week I will be OK with that. And I will not change a thing about my daily activities, I know everything works out just as it should "over time"

See you in a couple of hours.

Dave

 

[tigger813]

So it is weigh-in day at Weight Watchers. I am leaving as soon as I press "send" so there is no turning back. Every week since I have been going I have lost weight, of which I am very pleased. I am not sure about tonight. I did not exceed my food intake, I exercised with P90X every day, but you know when you have those feelings, huh?!

Anyway, I know I did everything I was supposed to and the scale is only one of many signs of our success. So if I have a "+" in front of my weight results for the week I will be OK with that. And I will not change a thing about my daily activities, I know everything works out just as it should "over time"

See you in a couple of hours.

Dave

Good luck, Dave and that's a great attitude to have!!!!!

7 miles completed for the day! I put a 5 mile WATP workout in for the morning so I can finish the week off right! My mother called right in the middle of the first BL mile and then just kept talking. She asked what I was doing and I told her and then she kept asking me if I was ok as I was panting. UGH!!!!! SO frustrating when I thought I had some time to get it done. The girls came upstairs for me when Brian told them I needed to get my workout in!

Well, tomorrow is weigh in day and also the day I get a brand new look! I have no idea what I want done with my hair. I know that I want to keep my hair somewhat long as everyone says it makes me look so much younger. I'm a little nervous as I've had the same hairstyle for so many years. I'm also excited about getting my new look as I've worked hard for it!

Going to go tuck the kids into bed and then drink some more water and maybe make a cup of tea. We're watching the Bruins, well, we were, until I realized that it was time for American Idol!

Have a great night and I look forward to seeing everyone's great losses tomorrow!

Good luck to you all!!!!!

TTFN

 

[cclovesdis]

Evening Everyone!

Today was a beginning to become usual, not so wonderful, far from OP day. I am determined not to binge tomorrow. Wish me luck.

Our TOP FIVE WINners for this period are:
5) liesel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . -2.46%
4) HappyMatt. . . . . . . . . . -2.55%
3) KristiMc. . . . . . . . . . . . -2.88%
2) Stinasmom . . . . . . . . . -3.02%
And (drumroll) our Number One WINner is:
1) ScubaD . . . . . . . . . . . . -3.23%

Congrats to all our WINners!

I just finished the Leslie Sansone 4 Fast Miles! I just love her workouts.

I have her 5-mile, 12 min. each mile one. How fast is this one?

dumbo_buddy: Great job with your pizza lunch! soaking

Princess Nancy: I drink regular Lipton tea-from a tea bag and without any sweetener.

I must have been retaining all kinds of water, because I am back to the top end of my maintain today.

Congrats! You are rocking maintaining!

Yay! Man, this measuring every four weeks is coming at a bad week for me. I was so suprised to lose so much off my hips and not as much off my waist, until I realized I was retaining water. I remeasured this morning, and I had lost an additional inch off my waist!

Wonderful that you are taking your body's changes in stride!

The interview was a little strange. I went in prepared for all the ususal questions. They asked me about previous experience and last job etc and that was it. It was less than 15 minutes. I did find out on the way out that they were only scheduled as 15 minute interviews. I felt rushed Apparently they do more indepth 2nd interviews if you make round 2. They are hoping to make a decision next week so not sure when 2nd interviews would happen. In any event I think I answered the questions that they did ask well and I certainly have way more knowledge and experience than they were looking for. Finger crossed. Thanks for all your good wishes and prayers

Keeping my fingers crossed for you!

The fabulous thing is that I am wearing pants today that I have not been able to wear since early 2009 and they look nice and are very comfortable. I can only imagine how great this would be going if I got the eating under control. I could kick myself. UGH!

We leave for Disney tomorrow. I am excited beyond description.

Enjoy your trip! And, wear those pants proudly!

I have become a skim milk fiend trying to make sure I get enough calcium in. It also is really great on protein so I think I will be keeping this up even after the cast comes off. I find I do better when I eat more protein...not low-carb or anything, just making sure 25-30% of my calories are from protein.

I do so much better when I devour dairy myself!

Thanks for coaching starting tomorrow!

QOTD Thursday, 3/3: Share with us something that we might be surprised to learn about you.

I met my wife through improv comedy. We were in the same improv troop, became friends, then fell in love.

I always love hearing that couples were friends first.

QOTD Thursday, 3/3: Share with us something that we might be surprised to learn about you.



My late husband and I were exactly 7 months apart. He was born April of 83 and I was born Nov of 83.

I'm so sorry for your loss.

 

[cclovesdis]

QOTD Thursday, 3/3: Share with us something that we might be surprised to learn about you.

I am the "handyman" at our house. I can fix many things around the house along the lines of plumbing, electrical and general broken stuff. I have installed garbage disposals, insta-hots, refinished hardwood floors, painted interior and exterior walls. I built the play structure in our backyard and assisted with the carpentry and installation/build of our fencing and tri-level cedar deck. As the "stay at home parent" I take it upon myself to do as much work as possible and avoid hiring it out including heavy yard maintenance and landscaping.

I just don't do car stuff.

My DH does most of the grocery shopping, planning and cooking of dinners.
I like the trade off, usually. He is a musican, composer, and artist... not the least bit "handy!" It's worked for almost 22 years of marriage!

Marcy

I'm with Cam. I people who can do all that "handy" stuff. I have to think about which screwdriver is which and it's a 50/50 chance.

Someone on DONALD asked for some help with protein ideas so I posted some links that many of you may recognize from the last challenge! They are from a weight loss challenge that I participated in and WON in December! I will try and share some each week. I know many of you found them helpful so I thought I would share more with you all!!!!!!

Thanks!

That's me too. We did all the button up on our house. Chris is good with the rough stuff, but I do all the finish work. I've roofed, sided, done plumbing, electric, poured concrete, laid floors, drywalled, paint, paper, toilets, appliances. Heck recently I cut a hole in the wall and installed a pantry. That was a bit of a surprise for DH I can also change my tires and I mean changing the tires on the rims, change my oil and other automotive things (DH is a Toyota master tech, but my daddy showed me how to do things when I was growing up) I can also drive a bulldozer, front end loader and dump truck. I've towed a 30 ft travel trailer with a 25 foot bus. I'm very creative and love to sew and create costumes. I love computer design and mess around with that from time to time. So why is it that I'm unemployed? Maybe it's just underemployed since I'm still bartending and waitressing part time. I'm also running the Lacrosse program for the town and that is 5 teams. I'm a great volunteer.

to you too! I love hearing about your newest project!

Something you don't know about me.

My granddaughter was diagnosed with cancer 4 years ago -- she was eight. She is a 4 year survivor. After that, my daughter decided that she wanted to become a nurse. She passed her boards a month ago (at age 33) and is now a RN and just started working at major DC hospital 2 weeks ago. Her ultimate goal is to work with children dealing with cancer.

Glad to hear that she is a survivor and congrats to your DD!

I'm enjoying the what you don't know about me stories.

Same here!

QOTD--Hmmm let's see. What you don't know about me. Ok, I have a degree in social work and before DS was born, I worked with gang kids and kids who were incarerated in San Diego. They were the kids who were getting ready to be released. It was interesting. I was very young, and the folks at the facility would not let me shut the door when I was with the boys unless there was another staff member with me. It was in a pretty rough neighborhood. It's funny, because at the time, I was not really nervous, in retrospect I sometimes think--what was I thinking????? After DS was born I got a lot more cautious.

It's amazing what we once did!

Hello teammates,

What you don't know about me is that I have been to Haiti three times and will go a fourth time in July. Side note: I would like to be 230 pounds for this trip. Did you know there are no fat people in Haiti, only when Americans visit. We have a sister church that is located on the southwestern tip of Haiti right on the Caribbean. Sad thing is we cannot go swimming because of the stuff that empties into it (use your imagination). We partner with Reciprocal Ministries out of Florida if you are interested in checking them out (www.rminet.org).

On this trip will will be building a parsonage for a small church next to our sister church. As our fundraiser I created a dinner show using a Disney theme. I am hoping it goes over well, either they will love it or they will say we are schilling for an evil major corporation...oh well.

Dave

You are such a wonderful friend to all!

So it is weigh-in day at Weight Watchers. I am leaving as soon as I press "send" so there is no turning back. Every week since I have been going I have lost weight, of which I am very pleased. I am not sure about tonight. I did not exceed my food intake, I exercised with P90X every day, but you know when you have those feelings, huh?!

Anyway, I know I did everything I was supposed to and the scale is only one of many signs of our success. So if I have a "+" in front of my weight results for the week I will be OK with that. And I will not change a thing about my daily activities, I know everything works out just as it should "over time"

See you in a couple of hours.

Dave

for weigh-in!

 

[tigger813]

CC- The 4 fast miles is about 50 min. total. I am doing the 5 mile walk tomorrow morning as my last chance workout! I like that one too but my favorite one is the 3 mile Pilates walk! I'm just going for distance this week! I'm hooked again!

I was down 2.2 for the week as of this morning so I'm excited for a big loss! It's PMS week and I have none of the symptoms this week because I'm so busy and the working out really has helped me to not feel miserable. I have been getting some cleaning done which is the positive part of PMS. Brian and I joked when I got pregnant that we should've known it because I did NO cleaning until the end of my pregnancy when I was nesting!

Have a great night! I'm done for the evening on the DIS! Yeah, like that's really going to happen! But I feel the need to play Spider Solitaire before heading to bed!

TTFN

 

[ScubaD]

So it wasn't as bad as I thought. Down another 2.6 pounds. Here is the rest of the story...I missed my workout yesterday and my weight this morning was 1 pound heavier than last week. So I fasted for most of the day and did two P90X workouts.

But it was down, now to look forward to next week and if I am lower by 0.8 pounds then I have reached 40 pounds.

Dave

 

[Princess Nancy]

So it wasn't as bad as I thought. Down another 2.6 pounds. Here is the rest of the story...I missed my workout yesterday and my weight this morning was 1 pound heavier than last week. So I fasted for most of the day and did two P90X workouts.

But it was down, now to look forward to next week and if I am lower by 0.8 pounds then I have reached 40 pounds.

Dave

Way to go Dave!

 

[Merryweather27]

Hi, everyone! I will be your coach for the next week.

First, I just want to give a round of applause to everyone who started with us at New Year's and is still plugging along with us today...you have been at it now for SIXTY-TWO DAYS! . You all deserve congratulations! That is an accomplishment in and of itself. I can only speak for myself, really, but that is the longest I have ever stuck with a re-dedication to healthy living before.

Now, for Friday's QOTD:

3/4/2011: What have you never done at Disney (WDW, DL, DLP, any park really), that you want to do on your next trip?

I want to take the Segway tour at Epcot that goes through World Showcase. I also want to do Keys to the Kingdom in MK, but DH is like a little kid when it comes to cool tech, so the Segway tour wins first priority.


Back in a bit with some replies!

 

[Merryweather27]

The interview was a little strange. I went in prepared for all the ususal questions. They asked me about previous experience and last job etc and that was it. It was less than 15 minutes. I did find out on the way out that they were only scheduled as 15 minute interviews. I felt rushed Apparently they do more indepth 2nd interviews if you make round 2. They are hoping to make a decision next week so not sure when 2nd interviews would happen. In any event I think I answered the questions that they did ask well and I certainly have way more knowledge and experience than they were looking for. Finger crossed. Thanks for all your good wishes and prayers

That is definitely weird that they scheduled them so short, but it sounds like it went well for how quick it was. Fingers and toes crossed for good news!

How did his interview go? All Day must have been a second or third interview. Wish him luck

Yeah, he had a phone interview for them last week sometime. Weirdly, today's was shorter than expected for him too! He was supposed to meet with the HR guy, then some tech guys, then go to lunch with everybody, then the HR guy again, but they sent him home after lunch. Otherwise he thought it went well but we won't know at least until Monday if he gets to the final interview.

Someone on DONALD asked for some help with protein ideas so I posted some links that many of you may recognize from the last challenge! They are from a weight loss challenge that I participated in and WON in December! I will try and share some each week. I know many of you found them helpful so I thought I would share more with you all!!!!!!

http://www.weightlosschallenge.com/Week_1.pdf

http://www.weightlosschallenge.com/WLC2_Wk1_HO.pdf

http://www.weightlosschallenge.com/WLC3_Wk1_HO.pdf

TTFN

Interesting links - that's a lot of info to absorb! I saved those to my desktop to read through more carefully later.

Something you don't know about me.

My granddaughter was diagnosed with cancer 4 years ago -- she was eight. She is a 4 year survivor. After that, my daughter decided that she wanted to become a nurse. She passed her boards a month ago (at age 33) and is now a RN and just started working at major DC hospital 2 weeks ago. Her ultimate goal is to work with children dealing with cancer.

Disney1990

Glad your granddaughter is a survivor...and your daughter is an inspiration for turning such a challenge into a calling!

On this trip will will be building a parsonage for a small church next to our sister church. As our fundraiser I created a dinner show using a Disney theme. I am hoping it goes over well, either they will love it or they will say we are schilling for an evil major corporation...oh well.

How fun! I think they will love it. And if they don't, well, they can suck it up...I mean, how can you complain about a fundraiser for such a good cause?

Welcome to Healthy Habits Week 10!

5) Write down 1 positive aspect of your day each day.**

I can see this one being very helpful! Positive mental outlook is great for motivation and helps ward off discouragement.

Well, tomorrow is weigh in day and also the day I get a brand new look! I have no idea what I want done with my hair. I know that I want to keep my hair somewhat long as everyone says it makes me look so much younger. I'm a little nervous as I've had the same hairstyle for so many years. I'm also excited about getting my new look as I've worked hard for it!

Awesome! It's always exciting and a little nerve-wracking to go for a new look, but I'm sure it'll be great!

Good night, Mickeys!

Nicole

 

[tigger813]

Morning Losers!!!!

I got up and did 5 miles. Stomach was sore at the beginning not sure if it was bloat or muscles but it subsided the more I did! I'll do my weigh in before I hop in the shower.

Girls are both up eating breakfast and watching tv. I'm folding laundry so we can put it away when we get home this afternoon.

Slept ok. DH's pager went off in the middle of the night but I'm not sure if he actually got up or not. I was pretty much awake from 4:30 on. I did wait until the alarm went off at 5 to get up. He took today off and of course I have to work and get my hair done.

Good laundry all folded, now the hard part of putting it away will come later.

Time to make the girls' lunches.

QOTD: We didn't get a chance to do the Segway Tour in WS on our last trip. We will do it sometime, just don't know when. Going on our first cruise (PCC3.0) next summer and hoping to visit DL in 2-3 years.

Time to get moving! I'll be back on this afternoon!

TTFN

 

[poochie]

Friday's QOTD:

3/3/2011: What have you never done at Disney (WDW, DL, DLP, any park really), that you want to do on your next trip?

Would you beieve I have never been to the boardwalk in WDW. So this June I hope to visit the boardwalk on my first day instead of going right to the park as we usually do.

 

[dumbo_buddy]

Something you don't know about me.

My granddaughter was diagnosed with cancer 4 years ago -- she was eight. She is a 4 year survivor. After that, my daughter decided that she wanted to become a nurse. She passed her boards a month ago (at age 33) and is now a RN and just started working at major DC hospital 2 weeks ago. Her ultimate goal is to work with children dealing with cancer.

Disney1990

i can't imagine having to go through what your daughter and granddaughter did. what a terrible thing. but at the same time, what a wonderful thing that she is a survivor! that is so great that your daughter decided to go into nursing! i have so much respect for nurses. they work so hard. my mom actually JUST became a nurse! she retired from her job and at age 60 became an R.N.

Hi, everyone! I will be your coach for the next week.

3/3/2011: What have you never done at Disney (WDW, DL, DLP, any park really), that you want to do on your next trip?

hi! i'm looking forward to my first week on here and having a coach to help in my healthy living journey!!

something i haven't done on any trip to WDW that i want to do on my next trip? The WDW Marathon!! i just did the princess and although i pretty much wanted to die, i want more! a bucket list sort of thing.

but if we're talking more disney-ish things like at the parks, one thing i've never really done is just RELAXED anywhere. i tried to this past weekend but pre-race jitters got the best of me. i'd like to sit by the pool for more than 20 min with my husband and son have to stop going all commando all the time! it might be too cold in january though so maybe just sit on the boardwalk and relax would be nice!

Morning Losers!!!!

I got up and did 5 miles. Stomach was sore at the beginning not sure if it was bloat or muscles but it subsided the more I did! I'll do my weigh in before I hop in the shower.

He took today off and of course I have to work and get my hair done.

i always try to weigh myself post workout and pre shower. seems i can usually get .5 lbs less! lol!

enjoy getting your hair done. i love getting mine done. the best is when they wash your hair. if i ever win the lottery i'm totally going to get my hair washed and blown out like once a week. love that.

Would you beieve I have never been to the boardwalk in WDW. So this June I hope to visit the boardwalk on my first day instead of going right to the park as we usually do.

oh you MUST go to the boardwalk! that was one thing we always skipped too until we decided one time to walk from EPCOT to MGM. you pass the boardwalk on the way. it's a really neat place and the food choices are great! now, every trip we take we walk to/from EPCOT and DHS at least one time! it's such a peaceful walk. enjoy it!

****************

i'm having someone come over at 10 this morning to watch the munchkin so i can try to get a little workout in. i haven't done ANYTHING since the half marathon and i MUST get back into it. usually my short runs are 4 miles. i might not push for that but instead just see how i feel. DH is taking DS to his parents house in the poconos tomorrow so i'll have all day to go out and do another run which is nice. DH's parents are certifiably nuts so i opt out of visits whenever i can.

 

[Rose&Mike]

Thank you for coaching last week CC!!!

Liesel--We do a very modified Galloway, we walk a minute every mile on long runs, and I really think it works. Both of the halves we have run at Disney, we have been beside Jeff Galloway at some point during the race. And I think training to finish is definitely the way to go at the beginning. I still don't do formal speed work, and my time has continued to improve. Part of it is training, and I think part is the weight still coming off. It's amazing how much faster I am since last fall and I am only down about 8 pounds since September (50 total). Can't wait to hear how it's going!

So it wasn't as bad as I thought. Down another 2.6 pounds. Here is the rest of the story...I missed my workout yesterday and my weight this morning was 1 pound heavier than last week. So I fasted for most of the day and did two P90X workouts.

But it was down, now to look forward to next week and if I am lower by 0.8 pounds then I have reached 40 pounds.

Dave

Congrats Dave!

Hi, everyone! I will be your coach for the next week.

First, I just want to give a round of applause to everyone who started with us at New Year's and is still plugging along with us today...you have been at it now for SIXTY-TWO DAYS! . You all deserve congratulations! That is an accomplishment in and of itself. I can only speak for myself, really, but that is the longest I have ever stuck with a re-dedication to healthy living before.

Now, for Friday's QOTD:

3/3/2011: What have you never done at Disney (WDW, DL, DLP, any park really), that you want to do on your next trip?

I want to take the Segway tour at Epcot that goes through World Showcase. I also want to do Keys to the Kingdom in MK, but DH is like a little kid when it comes to cool tech, so the Segway tour wins first priority.


Back in a bit with some replies!

ITA--Congrats to everyone who is still here! 62 days is fabulous! I hope everyone is learning that it really is ok to not be perfect, but to just keep swimming.

We have done the keys to the kingdom and the Segway tour. They are both so fun! We did the segway tour in December. I'll post a picture if I get a chance. I was VERY nervous, but I think all the time I spend on the elliptical really helped, because I had no trouble balancing!

Would you beieve I have never been to the boardwalk in WDW. So this June I hope to visit the boardwalk on my first day instead of going right to the park as we usually do.

I LOVE the boardwalk! We stay there whenever we can. As Mike will attest, I am not very good at "relaxing". But I can just sit on the boardwalk and people watch. On Tuesday before we left, we rented a surrey bike and rode around--it's harder to get up those hills than you would think!

Nancy--have a great run today! I think I'm going to try running tomorrow or Sunday. We can wear jeans on Friday to work, so I'm going to wear my inserts today, and see how it goes!

QOTD--I want to rent one of those little boats and ride around the lake at the boardwalk. And we are contemplating parasailing, but only if we can do it tandem.

Have a great day everyone. I hope everone interviewing gets good news. And I hope the scale shows good things. But remember, no matter what, be kind to yourself today. Do the best that you can for where you are today.

 

[my3princes]

Hi, everyone! I will be your coach for the next week.

First, I just want to give a round of applause to everyone who started with us at New Year's and is still plugging along with us today...you have been at it now for SIXTY-TWO DAYS! . You all deserve congratulations! That is an accomplishment in and of itself. I can only speak for myself, really, but that is the longest I have ever stuck with a re-dedication to healthy living before.

Now, for Friday's QOTD:

3/3/2011: What have you never done at Disney (WDW, DL, DLP, any park really), that you want to do on your next trip?

I want to take the Segway tour at Epcot that goes through World Showcase. I also want to do Keys to the Kingdom in MK, but DH is like a little kid when it comes to cool tech, so the Segway tour wins first priority.


Back in a bit with some replies!

Our next new Disney experience is one that no one has experienced yet. We are planning to go to Aulani. Hopefully we'll be able to get reservations for next July as we have our Hawaiian cruise booked for 8/4/12. Can't wait.

QOTD--I want to rent one of those little boats and ride around the lake at the boardwalk. And we are contemplating parasailing, but only if we can do it tandem.

Have a great day everyone. I hope everone interviewing gets good news. And I hope the scale shows good things. But remember, no matter what, be kind to yourself today. Do the best that you can for where you are today.

We did parasailing a couple of years ago. We did tandem, but each adult took a child with us. Nick and I went together. It was amazing. So calm and peaceful up there and the views were amazing

 

[dumbo_buddy]

i know i'm late in the game and this has probably already been discussed but i'm wondering what everyone is doing for their diet. weight watchers? south beach?

i am using caloriecount.about.com to log my food and calorie intake every day. i'm doing my best to be honest with what i'm eating and trying to stick to 1200 calories a day. because i'm insulin resistant, it's that much harder to take weight off. i am very bad about cheating or "forgetting" what i really ate.

i'm curious what everyone's day looks like as far as what you eat. i am planning on giving up processed foods for Lent. i think it will be hard but i also think it will be beneficial. i'm trying to plan ahead on what to eat!

 

[keenercam]

Hello teammates,

What you don't know about me is that I have been to Haiti three times and will go a fourth time in July. Side note: I would like to be 230 pounds for this trip. Did you know there are no fat people in Haiti, only when Americans visit. We have a sister church that is located on the southwestern tip of Haiti right on the Caribbean. Sad thing is we cannot go swimming because of the stuff that empties into it (use your imagination). We partner with Reciprocal Ministries out of Florida if you are interested in checking them out (www.rminet.org).

On this trip will will be building a parsonage for a small church next to our sister church. As our fundraiser I created a dinner show using a Disney theme. I am hoping it goes over well, either they will love it or they will say we are schilling for an evil major corporation...oh well.

Dave

This is so awesome, Dave. My "adopted son", J, is from Haiti. He came to my son's high school through the friendship of Andrew's school principal and a Priest who started Hands Together to serve the people of Haiti and who has been there since 1996. Andrew's school gave J a scholarship and they take care of his activities and books, and we provide a home and love and support, etc. I am hoping that by helping one person, whose goal is to get a good education and return to Haiti to serve the children there, we are working toward a better world, or at least better conditions for some small portion of the young population there. I am personally grateful for what you are doing. God bless you and yours.

 

[keenercam]

Good morning, everyone! Just wanted to say hello. I have been missing you all. I feel like once I get through the piles on my desk and get out of here at noon, I will breath easier. J. is taking the TOEFL exam today and I am a nervous wreck for him. I am also nervous because I have to drive the boys and myself to the airport this afternoon, and since I really don't drive much, that is nerve-wracking for me.

Actually, that reminds me of the QOTD that said tell us something that would surprise others: I was born blind. I had paralyzed eye muscles that were diagnosed when I was about 6 weeks old. A team of specialists from Germany and France and the US operated on me at Wills Eye Hospital, doing very experimental surgery, and implanted artificial muscles (kind of like rubber bands). I was able to see though my eyes have never worked together, and I had major eye surgery to have those muscles replaced every year to 18 months until I was about 12 and the scar tissue was too significant to risk the surgery. The expectation was I'd lose my sight completely, though that never happened (obviously). I am really fortunate because though I have no depth perception, phsysiologically (my eyes work completely independently), I have been able to drive. The past few years, my vision has seriously deteriorated and I drive now only to and from work and local errands. In October 2009, we bought my dream car because we figured it will be the last car I'll drive and perhaps, not much longer. I am holding out as long as I feel I am not putting anyone at risk but I know my driving days are numbered. I fall or trip all too frequently (several times while running outside, and during my first full marathon in January 2007), but am grateful for the life I've been able to see, and not just experience.

 

[Holly324]

Good morning everyone! I hope your week is going well! Although I haven't been posting, I am still here! I am going to go ahead and weigh in today. My usual day is Monday, but the way things have been going, I have no idea what will be going on on Monday.

Good news!! My DH just found out yesterday that he was accepted into the veterinary school of his choice!!! We are so excited! We get to stay close to family, it will be in-state tuition instead of out of state, and since he was in the military and joined in our state, he gets other benefits as well! His spring break is next week, so we will be heading to the town of our new college and start house (apartment) hunting next week.

So sorry I have been so busy and have not been able to post as much as I would have liked to. I'm here though! Have a great weekend everyone!