When Did I get Voted Off of Skinny Island #2: Castaway's Land Ho!!!!

[Duchie]

Hey everyone,

I haven't posted much this week, mostly because I've just been so blah. I noticed that my weight suddenly jumped over 1.5 lbs early last week and I still don't know why, but it just kept bothering me (yeah I know, stupid to weigh more than once a week.) I didn't skip any workouts all week and was below my points every day and I'm still +0.2 for the week. So that has me very, very bummed today.

Today I was trying to strip paint off of an old cabinet we have. Yeah, not the brightest idea I've ever had. It just is not working at all. I got so frustrated I just melted into a little puddle..... of course, that also could have been the heat. DH took pity on me and came out to help and we kind of brainstormed a few ideas so I think it will be OK. I normally don't get as upset about stuff like this as I did.

Kids start back to school tomorrow. My oldest keeps saying he hates this school, there are too many jerks, he doesn't have any friends, etc. I don't know if this is just normal teenage angst or what, but it's really getting to me. I know it's not realistic to expect him to be happy about everything all the time, I guess I just wish he weren't so negative about EVERYTHING all of the time.

Sorry to be such a downer tonight. I'm just having a bit of a tough night. Maybe watching my 49ers on TV will perk me up a bit. Go Niners!

 

[joyfulDisneytears]

Saturday:

Exercise - 4 mile walk; Bikini Workout for Beginners from SP

Lunch - Honey Balsamic Chicken w/ Sundried Tomato Cappelini & Grilled Broccoli; bread w/ extra virgin olive oil
Dinner - leftover cajun takeout w/ white rice & bread

Total - 1472 cal (1350-1700)
Water - 96 oz

Calorie window got pushed up because I updated my SP profile with calories burned in a week as 2000.

August 21st Done!


Sunday:

Exercise - 4 mile walk

Lunch - scallops, shrimp, veggies, fried rice; shoyu onion soup; salad w/ ginger soy dressing
Dinner - last of the leftover chicken fajitas, avocado, corn tortillas, rice & beans; watermelon
Dessert - WW ice cream candy bar

Total - 1367 cal
Water - 96 oz

August 22nd Done!
Veggies Done!

No breakfast this weekend...terrible I know. I have to accomodate my Mom's desire to go out to eat though or she gets mad at me.

Feeling really bummed the past few days. Hoping my eating won't suffer too much in the coming week because of it.

 

[pipersmom]

Morning all! Well, Piper ended up gaining 5 lbs while she was gone this time. We had to make a flying trip to the next town over to exchange a bunch of new school clothes for bigger sizes. I'm sure you all can imagine how I felt about that. She starts school today as well, and is excited. I am to some extent, but the 5:30 wake-ups don't do it for me, lol.

On the weight front, I am miraculously -2 for the week. When I saw I was barely going to get my exercise in, I did lower my cal range on my own, so that may have helped.

Susan- Thank you, I'm crossing my fingers she doesn't need an IV run, she enjoys the hospital (twisted kid..lol) but I know my diet and exercise would suffer big time! I literally got a buzz cut, it's less than a half inch on top, and closer than that on the sides and back. It's very easy to take care of! I really like it, but I'm not picky about my hair at all.

Sheree- I don't know what to tell you about willpower, I tend to think everyone has the same amount, it's just a matter of using it. Try to find healthy versions of the stuff you crave- for me it's ice cream mostly, and there are a ton of reduced fat alternatives now. I still have to plan it into my eating, because I eat a cup, not 1/2 cup, but I just make sure to save the cals for it some nights.

Barb- Sorry you're feeling so blue. Hope the game helped!

Dana- Isn't it awesome having that calorie boost? I use online menus before I go out, that way I have planned exactly what I can eat. I didn't start out doing that, then we went to Olive Garden one day and I didn't get the Zuppa Toscana soup(my fave) because I thought it would be horrible. Boy was I ticked when I got home and saw I could have had it! LOL. I know there are small local places that don't have websites, for them I compare it to home-cooked foods.

Tracking-
Breakfast- Yogurt.
Lunch- RF roast beef & swiss on sammie thin, baked cheetoes.
Dinner- Tilapia, brown rice, broccoli, cauliflower & carrots.
Snacks- Peach, 100 cal Klondike pop, pb on ezekial, pineapple.
Cals- 1247

Exercise- 1.3 mile walk with Piper.

Aug 22nd- Done!

 

[indimom]

Well, I hang my head. I still haven't been tracking.
I think about it, and then I just don't do it. It's been an awful week, both in terms of eating and busy - ness. I have been craving all those foods that I should not be eating more than one bite of. Parties don't help.

I really am hoping to get back into the swing of things this week. I feel like I'm making excuses for eating poorly - oh we ate out, oh there was this party, oh we're going to the ball game, oh, the state fair...

So I'm going to make an effort to just eat less and move more. I can't expect life to not happen just becaue I'm not supposed to eat like a pig, right?
How do you enjoy food you love without over indulging?

Probably the more accurate question for me is how do I develop will power?

So far today I have had two pieces of french toast with marg/syrup made from wheat bread.
Think I'll go eat a banana.

I don't know about the will power question, because I've obviously had the same issues, BUT I will say that I'm trying VERY hard this time to have healthy options I can "grab and go" because when I feel pressured/rushed is a prime time for me to cave on the eating habits and just get fast food or junk. I have to admit that I almost have to avoid the foods I love because I feel like an addict. Once I start, I can't stop. So, I try to find "lesser evils" that I enjoy (but don't LOVE) to fill the gaps in my cravings. For example, I love my mom's cookies, so I just don't eat them. I like frozen lemonade and it's pretty low in points and a slow eat, so I've been treating myself to that. I only give myself my favorite treats when I don't have the option of eating more than I should - NO jumbo packs or "buy one, get one" deals, if you know what I mean.
Hope this helps.

Hey everyone,

I haven't posted much this week, mostly because I've just been so blah. I noticed that my weight suddenly jumped over 1.5 lbs early last week and I still don't know why, but it just kept bothering me (yeah I know, stupid to weigh more than once a week.) I didn't skip any workouts all week and was below my points every day and I'm still +0.2 for the week. So that has me very, very bummed today.
I have this same issue. I've been trying VERY hard to stay off of the scale except Monday mornings. If I'm not seeing the numbers I want to see, it derails me pretty quick. I say, Don't stress about the last week or so. Just make today the beginning of your next loss!!! Let it go and stay off that scale if it stresses you out.
Today I was trying to strip paint off of an old cabinet we have. Yeah, not the brightest idea I've ever had. It just is not working at all. I got so frustrated I just melted into a little puddle..... of course, that also could have been the heat. DH took pity on me and came out to help and we kind of brainstormed a few ideas so I think it will be OK. I normally don't get as upset about stuff like this as I did.
I've done a few doors and such (We had two doors and one window on our mudroom porch which were old enough to have lead paint - not an option for me since I watch children for a living).
Did you use the chemical paste or sprays? We had to do numerous applications to get any kind of decent result - and still had issues with some of the tight corners/decorative elements. It was a royal pain in the tush. DH finally went at these sections with a dremmel tool. It helped, but was very tedious and not perfect. Hope that your knew ideas work out better.Kids start back to school tomorrow. My oldest keeps saying he hates this school, there are too many jerks, he doesn't have any friends, etc. I don't know if this is just normal teenage angst or what, but it's really getting to me. I know it's not realistic to expect him to be happy about everything all the time, I guess I just wish he weren't so negative about EVERYTHING all of the time.
It's hard when the kids aren't happy. I had my breakdown this weekend because everyone else in the house was on such a downer, they got me all worked up and I "blew a gasket." Try to encourage him to give it some time. It's hard to make friends right away in high school - the clicks are pretty tight at that point. (My niece is in the same boat right now, she's been hanging with the German foreign exchange student who is in the same situation.) Maybe if he got involved in some clubs or sports where the kids aren't in their clicks so much, he can break down the barriers.
Sorry to be such a downer tonight. I'm just having a bit of a tough night. Maybe watching my 49ers on TV will perk me up a bit. Go Niners!

How'd they do?

No breakfast this weekend...terrible I know. I have to accomodate my Mom's desire to go out to eat though or she gets mad at me.
I had the same problem. Skipped breakfast because we had a family birthday party and I knew there wouldn't be many options for healthy eating. I was right. The healthiest option there was baked beans, hamburgers and watermelon. Everything else was chips, carbs, heavy on the dressing or cheese. You know the drill. So I skipped breakfast and just ate the smallest burger I could pick out and loaded it up with veggies. Not filling and not healthy. I was starved when I got home.
Feeling really bummed the past few days. Hoping my eating won't suffer too much in the coming week because of it.
Keep going! You can do it!!

8/22/10
Breakfast: coffee. 2pts.
Lunch: hamburger on a bun with lettuce and tomato, watermelon, a nibble of ice cream cake. 11pts.
Dinner: spicey chicken. potato, steamed veg. 10pts.
Snack: yogurt, cheerios. 4pts.
Total: 27 pts.
Excercise: 0 Blah!
Water: 80 oz. Woo Hoo! At least I got that back on track.

8/22/10 DONE
Veg. DONE

-5 lbs this week!!! Very happy about this. Grand Total: -10 lbs! Hope I can hold my own for another week.

Have a great day everyone!

 

[hanutedmansionmomma]

Hi everyone!

stayed same weight again this week.
Have been exercising (jazzercise) and I feel good in my clothes, but I'd like to feel good in smaller clothes!!

School started last week, so my brain has been there, and off I go after I write this.

Have a great week everyone!

 

[tebi73]

Here's my tracking for the weekend...

I had errands to run during lunch on Friday, so I tried to grab something semi-healthy while I was out. It ended up being more calories than I thought it would, so I went over a little on my calories.

Friday, August 20th
Bfast: IHOP leftovers-1/2 garden omelette (no cheese) & 1 ny cheesecake pancake (515)
Lunch: Chick-fil-a Chargrilled Chicken Cool Wrap (no dressing) & fruit & yogurt parfait (590)
Dinner: 2 Homemade Chicken & Veggie Kabobs, 12 Ore-Ida baked fries (472)

Total Cals: 1577

Saturday was Malachi's first official football game of the season. We had to be there @ 11, so no breakfast for me. I did have to park in what felt like the next town and walk to the football stadium. There was absolutely no where to park! Then, it started raining and I had to go back to the van & get our big sport umbrella. Oh well, at least I got in some exercise! We did get absolutely drenched though. It poured the rain during the entire game and it looked like a creek running down the concrete bleachers where we had to sit! Malachi did make a couple of great tackles and they announced his name twice over the loud speakers and they won their game. Go Boy!

Saturday, August 21st
Bfast: None
Lunch: Local BBQ Place - Sliced Smoked Turkey, Baked Beans, Cole Slaw, 3 bites of Cheesy Bacon Fries (939)
Dinner: 1 c. macaroni noodles, 1 svg. Japanese shrimp sauce (310)
Snack: homemade brownie (112)

Total Cals: 1361

Sunday was church day and we woke up really late. Sunday School starts @ 10 and I woke up @ 9:50 We hurried and got ready and made it to church by 10:15, so we weren't too late. They were just dismissing to the classrooms. After church, I had to work on my Disney trip planner a little and then it was back to church for choir practice. We did have a little birthday dinner for one of the teen girls after church. She turned 15 and has never had a birthday party. She was so surprised! The lady that made Malachi's hamburger cake made the cake for this party too, so I had to have a small piece. She makes the BEST cakes!

Sunday, August 22nd
Bfast: none
Lunch: Homemade Spaghetti w/ meat sauce (442)
Dinner: 1 slice Little Ceasers pepperoni pizza, 1/2 ham & cheese sandwich, a few Scoops w/ 1 tbsp. spinach dip, 1/2 square of birthday cake (898)

Total Cals: 1341

AUGUST 20TH DONE
VEGGIES DONE

AUGUST 21ST DONE
VEGGIES DONE

AUGUST 22ND DONE

 

[stitchfan23]

Good morning skinny island castaways. Hopefully everyone had a great weekend. I spent the weekend on the ball diamond again but it wasn't hot and we did get wet (ok soaked) but it was fun. It was very long days (Sat they started at 10:30am and didn't get off the diamond until after midnight) I tried to be very good with my food choices and I was pretty proud of myself. I made healthy choices where I could and I only had one alcoholic drink and made sure I got my water in. I did splurge and had an ice cream sundae last night but that is ok. It is also my TOM so I wasn't sure what the scale would say this morning but I am -1.8lbs so I am happy.

 

[ski_mom]

I'm -.5 for the week. Definately not a major accomplishment, but at least it's something!

 

[PixiePlanner]

I'm BAAAACCCCKKK.

(side note to Dawn: I tried to PM you but it didn't go thru)

Yes, I have been terrible the last couple months. Thinking I should check in and not doing it. Not being accountable. No more. I went to get a dress for my niece's wedding- my original goal was to lose to fit into a smaller size for her wedding. Anyway, went to get a dress and had to buy the biggest size I have ever bought! EYE-OPENER!

I got on the scale this morning and I haven't gained all that I lost back, but almost. I didn't track last time but am going to this time. I have to get a handle on this. My eating habits are out of control. Worse yet, DD's have gone crazy this summer.

School started today and I am committing to pack a lunch for DD and myself everyday. I did this just for DD last year and I think she is healthier for it. DS has never wanted to take his lunch...he likes the hot lunch program.

 

[stayhomemom77]

Aimee: You’re getting your hair chopped off?? I sure hope you like it.
Randy’s contract is for six courses over the school year and so, if he takes on a seventh (or eighth??) course, the university gives him a stipend on top of his regular salary to cover the extra work. They call this overload.
Tricia: Don’t feel bad about not multi quoting, I NEVER quote at all…too lazy!!

Aimee: Oh Aimes…I’m so sorry you hate your hair!! I never get my hair cut anymore because it’s NEVER like the picture for me and I guess I’m just too vain. It means I have no style whatsoever in terms of my hair so I make up for that with my HOT HOT shoes.

Bree: I’m sorry that your house still has under the weather issues. I know that stir crazy feeling!! Hoping things improve for you this week.

Amanda: My duffle might be fairly full but I’ll see if I can squeeze you in!! I’ve already got one of my young women trying to stow away in my suitcase so, the more the merrier!! Sorry to hear that Piper wasn’t returned to you in pristine condition, hope her cough goes away soon and doesn’t worsen.

Barb: Sending you love and hugs!! Sounds like you had a bit of a rough week.

Personal Update: I am down 3.8 pounds this week!! I was so freakin' thrilled when I stepped on the scale this morning.

The youth trip was AWESOME!! But, I didn't get very much sleep. The food, unfortunately (or fortunately, I'm not sure) was fairly tasteless (bless their dear hearts) so eating small portions and making healthy choices was a cinch! I was only over my daily points one day and that's because I was so dang starving I helped myself to THREE dinner rolls with butter to supplement my miniscule meal.

Still I was pleased with my conduct and choices this weekend. I weighed myself Thursday before leaving and was down about a pound at that point so I was fairly certain I would be down at least a little bit when I weighed in this morning. But I lost DOUBLE what I was expecting so I was pretty stunned for a second there.

Still waiting on the official word about the overload money for Randy but personally, I'm fairly certain that it's going to be a go!! As soon as I know for sure that he's getting it, I'm booking our airline tickets and starting a PTR. The link will be in my siggy once it has begun.

In terms of weight loss goals (relative to the time of the trip)...I'm still trying to figure them out. I had a chat with Randy about what I could realistically expect to lose between now and January 1st and he suggested I shoot for a loss of a pound a week so that anything extra would be an exciting bonus. While that it excellent advice, I think I might ignore it!

I'd like to challenge myself a little bit. I admit I'm fairly competitive so shooting for something that he doesn't think I can accomplish so that I can say, "booyah, take that!!" when I accomplish it does hold a fair amount of appeal. However, I don't want to aim too high so that I'm totally bummed if I fall short of the goal.

Honestly, I'd really like to get down to 199 by the end of the year. Saying hello to Onderland is something I'm anxious to do as quickly as possible and THAT would be an achievement worthy of a Disney trip. However, I only have 18 weeks left and I would have to lose 31.5 pounds to get to 199.9, which seems doable at my current rate of weight loss, but would be unattainable if I happen to slow down at all between now and then.

So, I'm still deciding. I'm going to look at my weight loss data (I've been tracking on my own in Excel!!) and get an average weekly weight loss so I know what I'm working with here.

I'll try and get the recipes posted tomorrow.

 

[Mndisneygirl]

UGH. UP 3 today!!! of course, I knew that going in it would not be pretty.

Back to motivation! I'm better today already.
Thanks for your comments about will power. My mind is made up. I liked the smaller numbers on the scale and on my clothes.

I've started my TR if you're interested! Link is in my sig.

 

[bunkkinsmom]

Down 0.6 for the week.

Blech. Two weeks in a row with very little loss.

On the upside: WE JOINED THE Y TODAY!!! WOOHOOOOOO!

Hubby and I spent 40 minutes on the bball court this morning, so much fun! We would shoot and when one of us made it we would have to RUN to the other end of the court, we were SWEATY!!!

It was great!

 

[gellybean]

I'm up .2 as best as I can determine from KG to Lb conversion. Considering the mammoth meal of steak and baked potato and asparagus we had last night, I'll take it! I'm quite sure the half pound of beef I consumed last night has a lot ot do it. I may actually be down for the week after I digest that puppy.

But DS7 wanted steak for his back to school meal and since hubby is out of town tonight and tomorrow (actual first day of school) we celebrated last night.

We have meet the teacher in about 2 hours and then we'll have to get to bed on time tonight. UGH

I agree Amanda! I'm excited about school starting back but hate getting up and getting him ready!

Though I am excited about being back on some sort of a routine. Hoping it'll help with weight loss!!

Will be back to comment more later. I had a huge PTR post ready with pictures and everything and got the BSOD and lost it all. GRRR ! The one time I don't copy and paste it into a desktop sticky note I lose it!


Be back later everyone! Gotta start trying to do something with this hair now!

 

[2_Eagle_Mom]

Hi Everyone,

Company is finally gone and hopefully I can get back on track. We ate out most meals this weekend and although I tried to make the best choices, it was difficult. The only saving grace was that we walked a lot so I'm exactly the same as last week. I've already made a date with Jim to meet at the Y tonight to get back to exercising. We also need to ramp up our stamina for our trip in October.

Aimee- looking forward to seeing the new do. I have a hate/hate relationship with my hair. I never know what to do with it, so I go to the hairstylist and say “Do something” and hope for the best. You are right it will grow out and you can try again.

Amanda- I’m sorry Piper isn’t feeling well. Best wishes for a speedy recovery.
Sheree – I’m there with you. Didn’t track all weekend long and even though I thought about food, didn’t necessarily make the best choices. Ah well, today is the beginning of a new week. Let’s see how we do this week.

Barb – I’m so sorry you are in the doldrums. How old is your son? Is it middle school/high school? If so, hormones are probably coming into play. My oldest didn’t seem to go through that stage, but MAN did Brendan. Everything was “awful, terrible and mumble something else…” I have to admit middle school and the first year of high school were the worst for not liking school, classmates, etc. It’s all those raging hormones and trying to find your place in the world. Does his school have any extra curricular groups? If there is something that he has always liked? Suggest he join that group to see if he might meet some new kids to become friends with (or maybe volunteer somewhere) when he gets the props from helping out he’ll feel better about himself. Don’t beat yourself up about the gain this week. You’ve done a terrific job with the weight loss. Maybe try and change up your exercise routine and try something new. It was very sweet of your husband to come out and rescue you from that cabinet. Hopefully it will work out perfectly.

Indimom (sorry my cheat sheet isn’t updated at work) congratulations on the weight loss. You have a great start – Woo Hoo!

Jessica – Welcome back to the group!!! Looks like you have some great ideas to get back on the boat.

 

[tlenzendorf]

I am soooo scared to step on the scale today!! We spent the weekend in Chicago and did not make the best choices, including dinner at the Cheesecake Factory at 10:00 one night! Yikes!

 

[joyfulDisneytears]

Bree and Dana-what is this popcorn I'm hearing about?? Sounds interesting. I usually eat the Kettle Korn because I like the slightly sweet taste (and no one else in the house will eat it and steal MY treats! ) I wouldn't mind giving something new a try though. What brand is this and where do you find it?

It's Orville Redenbacher's Natural Lime + Salt that I bought. I looked for it at another store over the weekend and didn't see any, though, and the store I bought it at had it labeled 'closeout'! I really hope that doesn't mean they're discontinuing it, I just found it! It's still listed on the product website at least.

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Looks like Dawn's PM box is full! Uh oh!

I'm -1.33 this week. Grateful for that, as I had a few slip-ups last week!

I would absolutely love to lose 40 more pounds by the end of the year, but that's over 2 lbs a week, which is probably not doable in all honesty. I'll say I want a *minimum* loss of 20 by the end of 2010.

Congrats to everyone who lost this week! We're on the right track!

 

[PixiePlanner]

Jessica – Welcome back to the group!!! Looks like you have some great ideas to get back on the boat.

I know HOW to do it, I just have to stop sabotaging myself!

We'll see if the tracking, AKA facing the amounts, helps.

 

[curlyq7171]

First Name and Screen name: Marnie (curlyq7171)
What your Goal Is for Fitness: I want to lose about 100 lbs and be healthy. I also need to set a better example for my son, who is following in my footsteps with weight issues.
Food that you Find Hardest to Eat in Moderation: Most anything sweet or yummy.
Favorite Good Food for You: I am a really picky eater so unfortunately I do not like most fruits and veggies. But, I am trying to work on expanding what I can choke down that is healthy.
Favorite Form of Exercise: Walking for right now. I have knee and back problems right now because of my weight to do too much more than that. But also going to try and work on exercises to help with my back and knees.
What Your Goal is For Yourself when you get to Skinny Island: One of my main goals is to complete in the Disney Half Marathon with my son. Another goal is to be able to go shopping in the normal size sections and not in the fat girl colthes.
Family: (Not Disney)H Bob, his loss , and DS Coty 15

Hey Dizneydawn, I don't have enough posts to be able to send you a PM with my information yet, since I have just now gotten up the nerve to finally post stuff. I will send it to you as soon as this forum will let me.

 

[Dizneydawn]

HI guys!!

I was gone for he weekend up North and then today picked up Baylor from burn camp and had a lunch with him and Dan for my birthday!

I forgot to erase aoll the reminder p.m.'s from a week ago so I am sorry my inbox was full!

Please re-send if you could not get through!!

I will be back on tom for a bit and then have to get ready for a work party here tom night!

 

[indimom]

First Name and Screen name: Marnie (curlyq7171)
What your Goal Is for Fitness: I want to lose about 100 lbs and be healthy. I also need to set a better example for my son, who is following in my footsteps with weight issues.
Food that you Find Hardest to Eat in Moderation: Most anything sweet or yummy.
Favorite Good Food for You: I am a really picky eater so unfortunately I do not like most fruits and veggies. But, I am trying to work on expanding what I can choke down that is healthy.
Favorite Form of Exercise: Walking for right now. I have knee and back problems right now because of my weight to do too much more than that. But also going to try and work on exercises to help with my back and knees.
What Your Goal is For Yourself when you get to Skinny Island: One of my main goals is to complete in the Disney Half Marathon with my son. Another goal is to be able to go shopping in the normal size sections and not in the fat girl colthes.
Family: (Not Disney)H Bob, his loss , and DS Coty 15

Hey Dizneydawn, I don't have enough posts to be able to send you a PM with my information yet, since I have just now gotten up the nerve to finally post stuff. I will send it to you as soon as this forum will let me.

to the Dis!!!