Weight Watchers Chat - Part II

[sjms71]

I haven't been around lately: I felt my loss had stalled and I was really discouraged. Instead of giving up, I made the decision to give myself a break. I decided I was not going to be upset with myself and for the next week which I knew was going to be dificult, I would just try moderation and no tracking. The very next day I had a weighin that I thought would be bad but it turns out I lost 1.6 and hit my 5% and first 10 goal in the same week!! I was so happy...but last week coming up had a reciped for disaster - we had a graduation party, two retirement parties, two end of the year activity celebrations, a wine tasting party and a night where I was treated to a very nice dinner out with dear friends. All of them presented me with cake, drinking and overeating opportunities. And I decided that I was not going to kill myself trying to avoid everything but rather eat in moderation...GUESS WHAT...I was done a pound at my weigh in today!!!

I am glad that I didn't quit and I think taking a week to make the decision to be careful with my choices without tracking showed me that I can do this in the long run and it that I can keep going!! I felt like I was hearing over and over this was a diet for life and I worried about that b/c to be honest - I don't want to track points for the rest of my life. What I found out last week was that I am really beginning to change my old bad habits and making a long term change in my life!!

AWESOME!! See, that is why this is a lifestyle change not a DIET. You can have whatever you want to eat or drink you just have to be accountable for it. Great Job!!

 

[robinb]

Hi guys, just popping in. Thanks for all the good thoughts and hugs . I finally had the italian beef & fries that had been calling my name. I figured that if I didn't actually eat the darn thing I would eat around it and I wouldn't be as satisfied and I would have eventually eaten just as much . Unlike some people who feel sick and bloated when they eat garbage, I feel perfectly fine . As long as I can make the *next* meal on plan I'll be fine.

My week has gotten worse (if you can believe it!). My kitty is now in the animal hospital for treatment. It appears he has a liver infection too. First my mom and now my CAT. He is being treated pretty much the same with IV fluids, antibiotics and pain killers. They think they will have to add a feeding tube because he's not eating. Ugh. And I can't be there for him ... I'm 150 miles away. I think my DD will go and visit him and pet him today but they have to come to Chicago for the wake tomorrow. I think we'll be able to take him home on Saturday but we are not sure about the extent of his illness.

 

[CdnBuzzFan]

Hi guys, just popping in. Thanks for all the good thoughts and hugs . I finally had the italian beef & fries that had been calling my name. I figured that if I didn't actually eat the darn thing I would eat around it and I wouldn't be as satisfied and I would have eventually eaten just as much . Unlike some people who feel sick and bloated when they eat garbage, I feel perfectly fine . As long as I can make the *next* meal on plan I'll be fine.

My week has gotten worse (if you can believe it!). My kitty is now in the animal hospital for treatment. It appears he has a liver infection too. First my mom and now my CAT. He is being treated pretty much the same with IV fluids, antibiotics and pain killers. They think they will have to add a feeding tube because he's not eating. Ugh. And I can't be there for him ... I'm 150 miles away. I think my DD will go and visit him and pet him today but they have to come to Chicago for the wake tomorrow. I think we'll be able to take him home on Saturday but we are not sure about the extent of his illness.

Oh Robin! What a time you're having. I do hope things get better for you and your family soon.

 

[CdnBuzzFan]

My leader ends by saying, "Thank you all, I had a lovely time." That cracks me up! I actually really enjoy her meetings, it makes all the difference in the world. The first meeting I went to had kind of a sad sack as the leader, I'm glad I shopped around a bit.

Maria

My leader ends the session with, "And I'll see you all lighter next week!"

 

[Sandi]

Hi guys, just popping in. Thanks for all the good thoughts and hugs . I finally had the italian beef & fries that had been calling my name. I figured that if I didn't actually eat the darn thing I would eat around it and I wouldn't be as satisfied and I would have eventually eaten just as much . Unlike some people who feel sick and bloated when they eat garbage, I feel perfectly fine . As long as I can make the *next* meal on plan I'll be fine.

My week has gotten worse (if you can believe it!). My kitty is now in the animal hospital for treatment. It appears he has a liver infection too. First my mom and now my CAT. He is being treated pretty much the same with IV fluids, antibiotics and pain killers. They think they will have to add a feeding tube because he's not eating. Ugh. And I can't be there for him ... I'm 150 miles away. I think my DD will go and visit him and pet him today but they have to come to Chicago for the wake tomorrow. I think we'll be able to take him home on Saturday but we are not sure about the extent of his illness.

I knew there was going to be a third bad thing for you -- they come in threes and I hate that. At least you now know you've maxed out. I'm glad you had your Italian beef treat and that's out of your system. We're all thinking of you and are sending extra strength your way!

 

[Sandi]

My leader ends the session with, "And I'll see you all lighter next week!"

Mine frequently says "I'll see less of you next week." That's actually grammatically correct since it won't be "fewer" of us, just less of us. I love it.

 

[vickalamode]

Alright everyone...I am trying to come back! I lost 20 lbs between mid February and mid April but then I totally fell off the bandwagon!!! I haven't gotten on the scale because I'm AFRAID to but after this weekend I am climbing back on. The reason I'm waiting until then is because I want to wait until I get paid and can do a whole grocery shopping trip dedicated to WW! I was doing so good but then I moved and my whole routine got screwed up and I feel so ashamed for letting myself stop doing it!

 

[sjms71]

Hi guys, just popping in. Thanks for all the good thoughts and hugs . I finally had the italian beef & fries that had been calling my name. I figured that if I didn't actually eat the darn thing I would eat around it and I wouldn't be as satisfied and I would have eventually eaten just as much . Unlike some people who feel sick and bloated when they eat garbage, I feel perfectly fine . As long as I can make the *next* meal on plan I'll be fine.

My week has gotten worse (if you can believe it!). My kitty is now in the animal hospital for treatment. It appears he has a liver infection too. First my mom and now my CAT. He is being treated pretty much the same with IV fluids, antibiotics and pain killers. They think they will have to add a feeding tube because he's not eating. Ugh. And I can't be there for him ... I'm 150 miles away. I think my DD will go and visit him and pet him today but they have to come to Chicago for the wake tomorrow. I think we'll be able to take him home on Saturday but we are not sure about the extent of his illness.

I knew there was going to be a third bad thing for you -- they come in threes and I hate that. At least you now know you've maxed out. I'm glad you had your Italian beef treat and that's out of your system. We're all thinking of you and are sending extra strength your way!

robin, I was going to say the same thing as Sandi, this is your 3rd thing so, no more! Now you get

Mine frequently says "I'll see less of you next week." That's actually grammatically correct since it won't be "fewer" of us, just less of us. I love it.

Ours ends with that phrase also after her questions, concerns and miracles speech

Alright everyone...I am trying to come back! I lost 20 lbs between mid February and mid April but then I totally fell off the bandwagon!!! I haven't gotten on the scale because I'm AFRAID to but after this weekend I am climbing back on. The reason I'm waiting until then is because I want to wait until I get paid and can do a whole grocery shopping trip dedicated to WW! I was doing so good but then I moved and my whole routine got screwed up and I feel so ashamed for letting myself stop doing it!

Welcome back, I was going to say as I was reading, didn't you have a move too? Anyway, the important thing is you are back before all 20lbs was gained back.

 

[sjms71]

Only 11 more posted and we will have reached 1000 post on the new thread, time flies when you're havin fun.

 

[mrzrich]

I'm home from WI. Up 1.8 lbs. Expected, but still a bit upsetting. I'm really having trouble staying on plan.

 

[CdnBuzzFan]

I'm home from WI. Up 1.8 lbs. Expected, but still a bit upsetting. I'm really having trouble staying on plan.

Sorry you're up, Toni Ann. I miss your daily menus. I think posting them was helping you stay on track. Why don't you start doing that again.

 

[NC State]

I stayed out at the fairgrounds for four days this week. Eating a 1/4 of a blooming onion, ice cream, sampled many strawberry short cakes and many other things I don't remember. But I did eat breakfast at home and I also packed apples, bananas and watermelon each day. Then I would eat a vegtable plate or grilled chicken for lunch. No gym time but I walked alot and it was HOT!
I'm so happy to report that I lost 1.2 lbs this week. I have lost a total of 18.6 lbs in 12 weeks.
I'm getting back to the gym starting Friday afternoon! I hope everyone has a good WI!

 

[sjms71]

I stayed out at the fairgrounds for four days this week. Eating a 1/4 of a blooming onion, ice cream, sampled many strawberry short cakes and many other things I don't remember. But I did eat breakfast at home and I also packed apples, bananas and watermelon each day. Then I would eat a vegtable plate or grilled chicken for lunch. No gym time but I walked alot and it was HOT!
I'm so happy to report that I lost 1.2 lbs this week. I have lost a total of 18.6 lbs in 12 weeks.
I'm getting back to the gym starting Friday afternoon! I hope everyone has a good WI!

Wow great job!!!! My kids wanted to go up to that at the Fairgrounds but we didn't. They are also complaining we are not at the RBC center right now cheering Scotty on!!

 

[NC State]

My husband wanted to go tonight. As I was leaving campus, traffic was getting bad.

 

[sjms71]

My husband wanted to go tonight. As I was leaving campus, traffic was getting bad.

There is a lot of people there. I am not a huge country music fan but, it's nice that he is local. I know he goes to Garner Magnet High but he went to the elemenatry and Middle school my kids go to, so they are all excited.

 

[Sandi]

I'm home from WI. Up 1.8 lbs. Expected, but still a bit upsetting. I'm really having trouble staying on plan.

Well, at least you were brave enough to give a number. I left that out of my earlier post, so now I'll fess up. I was up 2 lbs. So, we are on a similar road -- just a little sidetracked this past week. Hope your next week is successful Toni-Ann.

 

[mrzrich]

Well, at least you were brave enough to give a number. I left that out of my earlier post, so now I'll fess up. I was up 2 lbs. So, we are on a similar road -- just a little sidetracked this past week. Hope your next week is successful Toni-Ann.

 

[robinb]

I knew there was going to be a third bad thing for you -- they come in threes and I hate that. At least you now know you've maxed out. I'm glad you had your Italian beef treat and that's out of your system. We're all thinking of you and are sending extra strength your way!

robin, I was going to say the same thing as Sandi, this is your 3rd thing so, no more! Now you get

Yeah, but why did the universe throw something so tough for bad thing #3? Why couldn't it be something like a parking ticket or a stubbed toe?

 

[sjms71]

I'm home from WI. Up 1.8 lbs. Expected, but still a bit upsetting. I'm really having trouble staying on plan.

Well, at least you were brave enough to give a number. I left that out of my earlier post, so now I'll fess up. I was up 2 lbs. So, we are on a similar road -- just a little sidetracked this past week. Hope your next week is successful Toni-Ann.

Hang in there both of you .

 

[mommykds]

WI today & I am up .5lb. Blah!