Weight Watchers Chat - Part II

[cepmom]

Oh man, I just want to EAT today!!! We have had crappy, cold, rainy weather since Sunday, and all I want to do is eat cookies and chips and everything else that is horrid for me. Anyone else get like this?

yup...I do it too. I have been really bad the past couple days

 

[Sandi]

Skipped my meeting last night, had a rough day at work. I know I am up.

Refocused this AM. Even took my vitamin which I usually forget.

Remembering to take your vitamin is a success! Sorry you had a rough day yesterday Toni-Ann. I'm glad that you're seeing that today is a new day. We've all been there -- and lived to tell.

Hi all! I haven't posted since I started WW 5 months ago...down 73 lbs. Almost half way to my goal. Still inspired. Still lurking. Just want you all to know that there have been many times (and you don't know it) but I wanted to give up and cheat and I logged in here, lurked around, got my inspiration, and stayed the course!

Please don't ever change or stop posting. This lurker loves it!

Linda

Linda, that is amazing. Wow! Quit lurking and join us more frequently. I'm sure you have a lot to offer in terms of advice, encouragement, and commitment with your experience of losing 73 pounds in 5 months. You're like a goddess.

Oh man, I just want to EAT today!!! We have had crappy, cold, rainy weather since Sunday, and all I want to do is eat cookies and chips and everything else that is horrid for me. Anyone else get like this?

I think you get that stupid weather about a day before we do. It is so gray and ugly out. It rains and then it stops and then it starts again. I had plans to play tennis tonight, but it's not looking good. We'll all have to STEP AWAY FROM THE COOKIES!

 

[disbabyndaddy]

Hi all! I haven't posted since I started WW 5 months ago...down 73 lbs. Almost half way to my goal. Still inspired. Still lurking. Just want you all to know that there have been many times (and you don't know it) but I wanted to give up and cheat and I logged in here, lurked around, got my inspiration, and stayed the course!

Please don't ever change or stop posting. This lurker loves it!

Linda

That's FANTASTIC!! Holy cow, you're kicking some WW butt! Keep up the amazing transformation.


Some people eat when they're stressed or sad -- I'm pretty much the opposite. Yesterday, my former spouse and I said "Good-bye" to our youngest "kid"...the beautiful, happy, always smiling, caramel-colored Husky, Jackson Browne. Of the three we shared (and I still visit twice a week), he was the youngest (9) and not the first we expected to go. The other two are 10 and 14, so I know the same will likely come up twice more in the next four years at most. UGH. What an emotional week and tough, tough night. I was so sick to my stomach, I didn't want to eat anything or cook for that matter. I had a can of tuna for supper last night...which I guess was better than nothing or what I could have grabbed off the shelf.

Today I had a salad for lunch and haven't snacked at all (which is unusual for me). I'm not complaining...I'm actually on-plan...I just don't feel motivated right now to cook or eat all my points. Luckily, my WI is tomorrow morning, so I should feel better in another day or two.

Thanks for letting me share.

~ Bobbi

 

[Sandi]

That's FANTASTIC!! Holy cow, you're kicking some WW butt! Keep up the amazing transformation.


Some people eat when they're stressed or sad -- I'm pretty much the opposite. Yesterday, my former spouse and I said "Good-bye" to our youngest "kid"...the beautiful, happy, always smiling, caramel-colored Husky, Jackson Browne. Of the three we shared (and I still visit twice a week), he was the youngest (9) and not the first we expected to go. The other two are 10 and 14, so I know the same will likely come up twice more in the next four years at most. UGH. What an emotional week and tough, tough night. I was so sick to my stomach, I didn't want to eat anything or cook for that matter. I had a can of tuna for supper last night...which I guess was better than nothing or what I could have grabbed off the shelf.

Today I had a salad for lunch and haven't snacked at all (which is unusual for me). I'm not complaining...I'm actually on-plan...I just don't feel motivated right now to cook or eat all my points. Luckily, my WI is tomorrow morning, so I should feel better in another day or two.

Thanks for letting me share.

~ Bobbi

Bobbi, I'm so sorry for your loss. Our pets really are family. Sending hugs your way.

 

[NC State]

Hi all! I haven't posted since I started WW 5 months ago...down 73 lbs. Almost half way to my goal. Still inspired. Still lurking. Just want you all to know that there have been many times (and you don't know it) but I wanted to give up and cheat and I logged in here, lurked around, got my inspiration, and stayed the course!

Please don't ever change or stop posting. This lurker loves it!

Linda

Wow, I want to know more about what worked for you.

 

[sjms71]

to everyone who is up this week.

Hi all! I haven't posted since I started WW 5 months ago...down 73 lbs. Almost half way to my goal. Still inspired. Still lurking. Just want you all to know that there have been many times (and you don't know it) but I wanted to give up and cheat and I logged in here, lurked around, got my inspiration, and stayed the course!

Please don't ever change or stop posting. This lurker loves it!

Linda

Linda!!!! You go girl, omg, that is just amazing. I agree with Sandi, you should post more if you can. I am sure you have a lot of tips that could help us all out. Keep up the great work!!!

 

[GoofyMomInOhio]

Thanks for letting me share.

~ Bobbi

I'm so sorry for your loss.

 

[diskids2]

Hi everybody...thanks for the words of encouragement...I'm sitting here crying. Loosing weight is such an emotional thing!

I'm not really sure how I am staying the course. It wasn't even my idea to join. A friend said she was going to go and asked if I wanted to give it a try and five months later, here I am.

I have never been so determined. Honestly. The loss is great, but I think because I have so much to loose ... 180 pounds to be at goal...in the begiining it comes off in big losses. Although I have had some 1.8 weeks!

All I can say is that I really stick to the program. I measure, weigh, portion, track and I really try to limit my carbs (not eliminate...limit ). I also belong to a gym and I go 3-4 times per week with my DH, DD, DS. That is helping a lot.

At times, I get bored with my food choices. I am a creature of habit and find that if I have the week planned out, I do much better. The WW soup works wonders for me. Whenever I make that and have it for a few dinners, I always have a big weight loss. I put some baked chicken breast in it and about a quarter cup of brown rice and trust me I have a big bowl!

The WW treats...Giant Latte bars are a favorite of mine at 2 points. I have one almost every night.

Anyway, I really meant it when I said that there have been many nights when I read your posts and you get me through...We are going to WDW again in the summer of 2012 for my 50th and I plan on being AT GOAL!

Good luck to all on successful weeks!

Linda

 

[diskids2]

That's FANTASTIC!! Holy cow, you're kicking some WW butt! Keep up the amazing transformation.


Some people eat when they're stressed or sad -- I'm pretty much the opposite. Yesterday, my former spouse and I said "Good-bye" to our youngest "kid"...the beautiful, happy, always smiling, caramel-colored Husky, Jackson Browne. Of the three we shared (and I still visit twice a week), he was the youngest (9) and not the first we expected to go. The other two are 10 and 14, so I know the same will likely come up twice more in the next four years at most. UGH. What an emotional week and tough, tough night. I was so sick to my stomach, I didn't want to eat anything or cook for that matter. I had a can of tuna for supper last night...which I guess was better than nothing or what I could have grabbed off the shelf.

Today I had a salad for lunch and haven't snacked at all (which is unusual for me). I'm not complaining...I'm actually on-plan...I just don't feel motivated right now to cook or eat all my points. Luckily, my WI is tomorrow morning, so I should feel better in another day or two.

Thanks for letting me share.

~ Bobbi

Sorry about your pet.

 

[Scrappy_Tink]

Hang in there Sandi, Not sure about SF and any success stories but hope it does the trick for you.



I know you said you don't really want this option and I know I already said this but, you really should try and give it up. It will be tough and you will have withdrawals but you can not be having a pepsi instead of healthy food. Once you detox your body from it I bet you will fell 100% better. Now with that said, I know coke has a coke zero does pepsi have a "zero" product you can try. What about gum instead. Unfortunately, as you know you are addicted and nothing else may satisfy that craving although the poo pill idea sounds like it might work . Be tough you can do it!

I know you are 100% right....it's just so hard. What's ironic, is my ex is an alcoholic (not that I'm really compairing the two, I know it's completely different type of addiction!) and I always thought "He's letting a DRINK ruin his life and family? I was thinking about that today, and I know I'm sabbatoging my new life-style by a simple "drink". I'm going to try to go cold turkey.

Okay, first of all, none of us developed our weight problem because we were eating too much fruit. We aren't supposed to eat all we want or until we're stuffed. We're supposed to eat until we are satisfied. That was the theme of this week's meeting and it was very helpful. At the end of the meeting, my leader said: Remember, if hunger isn't the problem, food isn't the answer. I thought that was brilliant. Embrace the new plan and let it work for you.

Thanks for sharing that advise! You're right, of course. Actually, I've been spacing my meals out pretty well, so I haven't had too much of a hunger problem....more like craving problems!! I'm afraid I've been too lazy tho, and eating too many Healthy Choices, I know I need to eat more fresh foods.

Hi all! I haven't posted since I started WW 5 months ago...down 73 lbs. Almost half way to my goal. Still inspired. Still lurking. Just want you all to know that there have been many times (and you don't know it) but I wanted to give up and cheat and I logged in here, lurked around, got my inspiration, and stayed the course!

Please don't ever change or stop posting. This lurker loves it!

What an inspiration...please quit lurking, I'm sure your ideas and methods woud encourage us all to stay on plan. CONGRATULATIONS!!!!

That's FANTASTIC!! Holy cow, you're kicking some WW butt! Keep up the amazing transformation.


Some people eat when they're stressed or sad -- I'm pretty much the opposite. Yesterday, my former spouse and I said "Good-bye" to our youngest "kid"...the beautiful, happy, always smiling, caramel-colored Husky, Jackson Browne. Of the three we shared (and I still visit twice a week), he was the youngest (9) and not the first we expected to go. The other two are 10 and 14, so I know the same will likely come up twice more in the next four years at most. UGH. What an emotional week and tough, tough night. I was so sick to my stomach, I didn't want to eat anything or cook for that matter. I had a can of tuna for supper last night...which I guess was better than nothing or what I could have grabbed off the shelf.

Today I had a salad for lunch and haven't snacked at all (which is unusual for me). I'm not complaining...I'm actually on-plan...I just don't feel motivated right now to cook or eat all my points. Luckily, my WI is tomorrow morning, so I should feel better in another day or two.

Thanks for letting me share.

I'm so sorry for your loss...I had to put my Furry Son, Max, to sleep (he was 13) the beginning of May, and it tore me up ( He was a yellow lab, best friend, and "therapy dog") I miss him so much, so I know what you are going through

 

[sjms71]

I know you are 100% right....it's just so hard. What's ironic, is my ex is an alcoholic (not that I'm really compairing the two, I know it's completely different type of addiction!) and I always thought "He's letting a DRINK ruin his life and family? I was thinking about that today, and I know I'm sabbatoging my new life-style by a simple "drink". I'm going to try to go cold turkey.



Thanks for sharing that advise! You're right, of course. Actually, I've been spacing my meals out pretty well, so I haven't had too much of a hunger problem....more like craving problems!! I'm afraid I've been too lazy tho, and eating too many Healthy Choices, I know I need to eat more fresh foods.



What an inspiration...please quit lurking, I'm sure your ideas and methods woud encourage us all to stay on plan. CONGRATULATIONS!!!!

I'm so sorry for your loss...I had to put my Furry Son, Max, to sleep (he was 13) the beginning of May, and it tore me up ( He was a yellow lab, best friend, and "therapy dog") I miss him so much, so I know what you are going through

An addiction is an addiction, I know it will be hard for you to stop, but I know you can do it!!! We are here for you so when you feel like you might just kill someone cause you need a pepsi fix, just come on here and one of us will talk you off the ledge .

 

[Scrappy_Tink]

An addiction is an addiction, I know it will be hard for you to stop, but I know you can do it!!! We are here for you so when you feel like you might just kill someone cause you need a pepsi fix, just come on here and one of us will talk you off the ledge .

LOL!!!! Thank you so much! you guys rock!

 

[mommykds]

Oh man, I just want to EAT today!!! We have had crappy, cold, rainy weather since Sunday, and all I want to do is eat cookies and chips and everything else that is horrid for me. Anyone else get like this?

Yes, yes, & YES! When I get like that a few things help. Sometimes I go back through my old WW's pamphlets or magazines & read about success stories. Or I go in my closet & try on clothes, maybe measure myself. Any way to distract myself usually works..cleaning, surfing the net, good food shopping for fresh fruits or WW's friendly items, play my Wi Fit, or even have a small treat to hedge off the cravings. It's hard & I feel your pain.

Hi all! I haven't posted since I started WW 5 months ago...down 73 lbs. Almost half way to my goal. Still inspired. Still lurking. Just want you all to know that there have been many times (and you don't know it) but I wanted to give up and cheat and I logged in here, lurked around, got my inspiration, and stayed the course!

Please don't ever change or stop posting. This lurker loves it!

Linda

Wow!!!! Don't be a lurker, I'd love to hear how you are doing.

Some people eat when they're stressed or sad -- I'm pretty much the opposite. Yesterday, my former spouse and I said "Good-bye" to our youngest "kid"...the beautiful, happy, always smiling, caramel-colored Husky, Jackson Browne. Of the three we shared (and I still visit twice a week), he was the youngest (9) and not the first we expected to go. The other two are 10 and 14, so I know the same will likely come up twice more in the next four years at most.
Thanks for letting me share.

~ Bobbi

I am so sorry about your furbaby. Losing a pet is so painful.

An addiction is an addiction, I know it will be hard for you to stop, but I know you can do it!!! We are here for you so when you feel like you might just kill someone cause you need a pepsi fix, just come on here and one of us will talk you off the ledge .

I totally agree!

 

[mommykds]

Good morning ladies. Yesterday I marked my 40 lbs loss. I didn't even realize that until last night when I was updating my planner/weight diary with totals for the week. I have been at a plateau for a month but that .5lb WI yesterday pushed me over. Hopefully I will continue losing again as we have some trips & family events this summer that will be tricky. 30lbs more to go, I am hoping to be at goal as my Christmas present to me.

Have great day everyone!

 

[Sandi]

Good morning ladies. Yesterday I marked my 40 lbs loss. I didn't even realize that until last night when I was updating my planner/weight diary with totals for the week. I have been at a plateau for a month but that .5lb WI yesterday pushed me over. Hopefully I will continue losing again as we have some trips & family events this summer that will be tricky. 30lbs more to go, I am hoping to be at goal as my Christmas present to me.

Have great day everyone!

Congratulations on that milestone! You should be proud of that achievement. Sounds like you have the right attitude to continue to your ultimate goal. Keep up the great work and I'm so glad you plowed through your plateau.

 

[BabyTigger99]

Well, I made it through my junk food cravings. I just kept myself busy to try and push the cravings out of my mind. And my night time trick?? I paint my fingernails! Can't be eating junk with wet nails!! I have a wedding to go to tomorrow. Family style chicken dinner...yummy!! I am hoping to get a workout done in the morning, and really watch what I am eating.

 

[disbabyndaddy]

Thank you all for your kind words about the loss of our "baby". The decision to painful to make and even more heartbreaking to know that big happy, smiling fella is gone. (The other two can definitely tell there is hurting and sadness.) But I really believe he knew it was time too. I picked up his clay paw print today and am so thankful to have it, along with a huge ball of fur we petted off him that last day. Wow, Huskys shed...a...lot.

Anyway...your words meant a great deal. Thank you all!

 

[mommykds]

Congratulations on that milestone! You should be proud of that achievement. Sounds like you have the right attitude to continue to your ultimate goal. Keep up the great work and I'm so glad you plowed through your plateau.

Thank you.

 

[Scrappy_Tink]

Thank you all for your kind words about the loss of our "baby". The decision to painful to make and even more heartbreaking to know that big happy, smiling fella is gone. (The other two can definitely tell there is hurting and sadness.) But I really believe he knew it was time too. I picked up his clay paw print today and am so thankful to have it, along with a huge ball of fur we petted off him that last day. Wow, Huskys shed...a...lot.

Anyway...your words meant a great deal. Thank you all!

I had to smile at your words (not your loss!) I swear, Max should have been bald, the way he shed. My son's last birthday, I sent an envelope of Max's hair as a joke, because he said he missed him (this was before he passed). My other son vacuumed yesterday, and he said its the first time he saw dirt instead of just hair.

anyway I had such a special connection with max (like Elliott and ET)...I know it sounds silly, and most people probably don't understand what I'm talking about.

/Two weeks ago, a family that's close to me (they are Military) knew I was grieving and asked if I'd take their "Baby" (A Yorkie frou-frou dog) because they are PCSing to Germany and didn't think she''d survive the plane ride. I was really afraid to take her in, but she's eased the pain some. She's so cute, and a little Ditzy (like a dumb blonde!), but she loves to sit by me while I read and cuddle in bed next to me. She is such a sweetie, but sadly, it reminds me that the connection I had with my Max was truly unique, and I still miss him so bad. I'm glad you still have two furry companions to keep you company. Hang in there

 

[postesf]

Hi guys! I have just joined Weight Watchers (again...). My meetings are on Wednesday evening.

I have a quick question... During the summer, I like to take my 13 year old newphew to the movies. It's only $2 and includes a small drink and small (smaller than the regular small) popcorn. I know movie theater popcorn is obviously not a good snack choice, but IF I did want to use some of extra points, any idea how may points the popcorn would be?

Thanks!
Stacie