20 pounds by Easter challenge
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I will try again to post. Had good news this morning lost 3 pounds . So this crazy plan I am on is working. Ism making ban soup for my lunch blood sugar was 82..
Going grocery shopping soon we have a busy week of errors this week I pick up my new hearing aides Thursday. I have a doctor appointment Wednesday Jerry has one tomorrow.
Esther I often wonder how you get in so many steps with your bad knees.. You just got wha it takes. Can,t get a good woman down.
Have a great day every one.
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Yay, Marie! 3 pounds is fantastic!
@eatless83 Posting sometimes keeps me from falling into the bottomless abyss! My "stay strong" mantra is beginning to wear a little thin, however, I will keep writing it and repeating it in my head.
I DO feel like whining, complaining, and being negative, but like you, I do not want to spread negativity.
Connie
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Faye - You are not the only one not losing, I am up then down, then up then down. I have been doing this for about 6 weeks now. Getting tired of it. Try changing something up that you are doing and maybe the scale will
change. Change just one thing that might be putting extra pounds on. Just a suggestion, remember baby steps.
It took us not long to put this weight on, but its hell to take it off.
Esther - Housebound? who said that your doctor? How could you possibly do that with your schedule.
Janice - So sorry to hear of any animal passing. It's always so sad to lose a family member.
Ray- Hang in there about the house. Remember if you don't get it, it was not meant to be. I know how
much you want this. Good luck on the outcome.
Marie - So happy to hear about your insulin levels getting better. Something is definitely working.
Good luck with new computer purchase.
Becky - Hope your new eating plan works for you and you have success.
1200 calories is just too low
for me. I am between 1300 and 1400 most days.
Today was Yoga class and I tried meditation sitting on a meditation bench and it was great. I have been having
some problems sitting cross legged and getting cramps in my hip and that just takes away from the
concentration and being in the moment. All I can think of is the pain in my hip. The bench was awesome
you sit on a bench and your legs go under the bench with no twinges or anything. Trouble is there is
only one bench and I have to share it. I am thinking of getting my husband to make a bench for me at home too,
He doesn't know it yet.
Looking like rain today and I have laundry to do, enjoy your day.
Shirley0 -
good morning ladies,
so I'm going to be the voice of reason here!! what about all the other reasons, besides the # on the scale< that we are doing this??? we want to feel good ultimately, it should be about how we feel, not just about what we weigh. I know that I am a prisoner to the scale just as much, if not more, than the rest of you. I just don't want to be that anymore!!!! it should not and will not dictate my mood for the day. I think there is something to not weighing yourself everyday:)
I do understand the frustration but connie came up with like twenty other ways to measure our successes! need to remember those:) also, don't you feel so much better since you committed to this way of life than you did before when you would wake up, guilt ridden as you dragged yourself on to the scale only to feel so down about what you saw. think how far we have all come since starting this. this is not just about losing physical weight, it is about losing the mental weight as well!! celebrate your victories:) NOT GAINING is just as positive as losing, don't forget that.
ok that is my lecture for the day!! my son and my husband are leaving for Tennessee in the morning, my son is competing in global finals. I need to stay home with my daughter as she can't miss a week of high school:) need to get him/them ready, so excited for him!!
Stephanie
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Oh yeah! I forgot there are more reasons! Haha! It really is something, when I stop to think about it. The pure misery I used to experience after binging at night before bed, and the blah that followed the next morning and day. All the empty commitments made before bed to change everything the next day. All the stomach pains I used to have! I've had lots of concern in the past about if there was something wrong with my colon and it's functions, I've worried about cancer or polyps, just because of issues I've experienced with digestion, etc. But now that I've upped my water intake consistently and cut down on the amount of "junk" I consume, those worries have been thrown out. My body is functioning so much better, my stomach rarely ever hurts anymore(compared to pretty much daily before), and of course I can actually feel that I'm lighter. I think my body probably appreciates not carrying around the extra baggage. And last but not least, fitting into smaller clothes! Oh yeah!what about all the other reasons, besides the # on the scale< that we are doing this???
Faye, are you weighing/measuring and logging all your food accurately? Healthy eating habits can still equal too many calories consumed.
Thanks, Shirley!
Marie, I'm so excited for your results! I love that this is working so well for you!
Connie, stay strong, stay strong, stay strong!!!
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@CALIECAT Marie, I have started drinking a plant based protein powder. It is the Costco vitamin organic brand. I love it. I thought I would hate it.
Helps me get more protein in.
Might be something you would like. I mix mine with about 4 ounces of water.
Ruthie0 -
Ruthie where would I find this plant base protein powder .?
Marie0 -
Janice, I am so very sorry for the loss of your beloved pet
It always takes me a few weeks to get over the loss of one of our pets. They really are our babies. {HUGS}
Marie, great job on losing 3 lb!!! So, you are simply avoiding meat and dairy? Love that your blood sugar is in the normal range. That's huge!
Ray, I hope things work out well for you two with the house! Keep us posted.
Stephanie, good reminder about looking at the other positives.
I've done well logging everything the past two days and I've logged through dinner today. One day at a time...
I plan to start doing my Chalene Extreme weight lifting DVDs this weekend. Step by step... I'll weigh in on Friday to allow myself to get a bit more back on track.
Have a great day everyone!!
Becky0 -
Ruthie we don,t have a Costco close to us but we have a gmc and they advertise a plant bast protein will check that out.. I thought all this fruit I am eating would raise my blood sugar n but I found out that is not the case. So. A plant base shake sound Delish.
Marie thanks0 -
Good afternoon misfits,
I have really missed my friends for much of last week.
Our screened porch project is moving along quite well. Lots of things we had to deal with but
it is very manageable now and I feel so much less stressed. Really sore knees but doing well.
Janice, So sorry to hear that Princess has passed over the rainbow. Hope your sister recovers soon.
That's a lot to deal with at one time.
Marie, So happy you have found something that is working for you and wish more of us could find the right
combination.
Connie, I so much feel your frustration. We have been in the same boat for awhile now.
Steph, I hope you get the house you have dreamed of. As a former part time realtor I can remember
so many times that my clients just knew when the walked in the door that it was their house.
Ester, Shirley, Becky, Ruthie, Faye, Rachel, Sunny and anyone I missed hope you are doing well.
Have been reading all posts but was too tired to respond.
Nancy
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This is a picture of our screened porch project. Got a ways to go with windows etc.
Nancy0 -
A lovely patio it did come upside down on my tablet but I keep turning it. Very nice.0
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That's a big job, Nancy! It's such a blessing that you and your hubby can do it yourselves..saves money!!0
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Connie, My hubby thinks we can do any project.
I keep reminding him I am about 4' 10.5" tall and I cannot reach anything without a ladder and that is what bothers my knees.
We are saving a lot of money.
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@eyegirl777va - looks like a big project Nancy! I will be wonderful when it's completed :-)0
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@CALIECAT Marie, sorry I am just now logging back in. Do you have publix grocery stores? I can find plant/bean based protein powder there, too. The unfortunate thing is the powder is very expensive but one serving of mine is 2 scoops and I only do between 1 and 1.5 to stretch it out.
It has helped curb my appetite and is supposed to help build muscle (protein). I usually only drink it 5 days a week, again to make it last longer.
There are lots of flavors to choose from but the one I have from vitamix does not have any additional flavor.
Maybe on the vitamix site it is for sale?
I am so encouraged by how much your blood sugar has stabilized.
Ruthie0 -
https://blenditup.com/protein-smoothie-mix/
@CALIECAT Marie above is the link to what I like. Unfortunately it costs $27 online but $18 at Costco. Hopefully you can find a similar vegan protein for a good price.
Ruthie0 -
I'm feeling really sad tonight. That house made me want to cry from the beginning and it's holding strong to the end. The lady selling it is dealing with an emotional battle and despite the fact she claims she wants to sell it, she really doesn't. She goes back and forth, and won't let any serious buyers buy it, basically. It's something she needs to get straightened out because it's not fair to anyone. It's not going to appraise for what her bottom line is, and she refuses to go below her magic number. Well, I'm sorry, but if 8 years ago you bought it for $86,000, don't expect it to appraise at $134,000 now. It's a beautiful, magnificently maintained home, but it's not in a high priced neighborhood, which means it will not go for that much. She refuses to do any negotiating on anything, and refuses to cover any percentage of closing costs, and just won't budge beyond her stubbornness. She's turned down offers without even knowing the dollar amount offered, so for just no reason. There have already been 2-3 buyers recently whose sale fell through, and now I know why. She didn't even let them get as far as the appraisal process. She's moving to a different state to be closer to family, and has a budget in mind for her new house, and refuses to sell her current house for anything less than what she plans to spend on her new house. Well I'm sorry, but it doesn't work that way. You either want to sell, or you don't. We'd be happy to give her full asking price for it, but the bank isn't going to allow that for anyone. *sigh* Anyway, we've decided to leave it alone for a month, and if it's still available at that time, we'll give her another push. Until then we'll still keep our eyes open.
Nancy your patio looks really nice!
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I'm sorry about the house hunting Ray. I'm sure something positive will happen soon.
But on another note I have walked (according to my Fitbit) 9999 steps. What are the chances of stopping on that number? But it is only 6:30 pm here so I have a few more trips to the fridge for water and a few more trips to the "outhouse" so I will once again be over 10000 steps today. My husband will be able to take the pups for their morning constitutional tomorrow so I am off the hook. I get to go swimming and help out with testing at my youngest daughters class.
Esther0 -
Thanks everyone for your condolences over my dog, its been a hard 3 weeks. I have been like several others that are not moving much, I am trying not to let life get in the way of trying to lose weight. I am needing to reduce my calories, I have been at 1490 calories and adding in my fit gear numbers and eating and drinking, to where I am basically staying the same.
@rayw89 -so sorry this house has you upset, hopefully the realtor will be able to reason with her, it sounds like she really doesnt want to move to be closer to family and is just trying to prolong it. I would keep looking and maybe something better will come up, she sounds like trouble and this is only at the beginning, or maybe she will come to her senses.
@eyegirl777va -Nancy your patio is looking nice, I'm sure you and your husband will spend alot of time enjoying it. Dont work too hard.
@CALIECAT -glad to see you have lost 3 more pounds and feeling better, my son and one of my sisters have type one diabetes and I have dealt with blood sugars alot, my son was only 14 months old when he was diagnosed and was on shots since then, until he got a pump. Be careful, I dont want you to go too low, with your numbers going down, that has been something that I have seen happen more than I care to remember, with both of them.
@Shirley61 - glad the weather is good so you and your husband can go boating, I remember that is something you do alot.
Have fun and be careful.
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Thank you Janice and Esther. I think the realtor is almost at her wits end, she's the second realtor to represent this woman and her house. Hopefully we will have another chance at it in the future. I just am so frustrated with the way people behave sometimes. And on top of that, in an odd move, our realtor broke up with us. Haha. She carefully, and in the nicest way possible, told me that we are very detailed and that she is not detailed like us, and would feel more comfortable with us working with another lady in their agency. I'm really not sure why I'm having such bad luck with realtors. The ones I've talked to before either never responded to me again, or said they'd call back in 15 minutes and then never did. I really can't figure out why.
I wish I had something to measure my steps like you, Esther! I'd like to get one of the fancy fitbits one day. Like the ones that measure your sleep quality, etc.0 -
Good morning, losers! Happy Tuesday!
I'm just peeking in for a quick moment...running a little late and need to get ready to go to the gym. I was down 1 ounce yesterday and another 6 ounces today. I'll take it!
Will be back later.
Stay strong!
Connie0 -
Great Connie I keep losing my post
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Good morning fellow warriors of health! :-)
Well, I was down a bit this morning, so my being diligent is doing something. Official weigh in for the week will be Fridays. Tomorrow starts clinical with my getting up at 0230 in the morning. Gack! I hope I can stomach breakfast at that horrible hour. Otherwise, I think I'll feel nauseous by the time the students arrive at the hospital at 0645. Oh boy, here I go!
Ray, you will find the right home for you and your husband. Just keep looking at more houses and you may be surprised with a great find! You have no control over this other seller and I hope you don't let yourself get too upset by the situation.
Connie, 7 oz! Woot every loss is a great loss. Enjoy your gym workout.
Janice, hang in there
Esther great job on your steps! You don't really have an outhouse, do you? I know lots of folks in Alaska have outhouses if they are at all remote.
Nancy, your porch is looking lovely! My husband and I have always done our own MAJOR renovations simply because we can. Although, there have been MANY times I have so wished we could have just paid someone else to do the jobs.
I know you'll enjoy summer evenings out there.
We're still in the throws of building our large pond ourselves. I never knew how much work has to go into this job. Ugh. I hope it's gorgeous when it's finally done...
Have a strong day of logging every bite, eating well, and exercising (if you have the chance!).
Becky0 -
Morning,
I too got on the scale this morning but was up again. This roller coaster ride is getting very boring.
Connie, it looks like the scale is finally moving for you. Yay!
I am hoping to get on my bike today, the weather is cloudy but no rain. We had rain yesterday which was nice it filled
up our barrel with rain water and watered the newly planted flowers and garden.
Ray - How frustrating when you want this house and the lady is not budging. She must need all the money
to make her move. I agree real estate doesn't work like that, you have to give and take on the price.
I remember when we sold our last house I had a real estate lady that was not doing a thing to move things and when I
dropped her she was insulted. Well, guess what you snooze you loose. We got a new realtor and sold the house.
Do what you have to do to sell your house and buy your dream.
Enjoy your day!
Shirley
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Still having problems posting Jerry has gone to va for a check up . Hope he can find his way home my report on my Ewing plan. Doing fine my feet are not swollen this morning that's another pus for this plant base plan. Ian certainly glad I syumall on to it. Hoping to get off of water pills and insulin shots. Making good head ways on both.
Am how would have believe just leaving off meat protein and most fats could do all of this and lose weight too. Unbelievable. I have ate more fruit in the last few days and still have normal blood sugar ruthleI I order some plant protein on amazone last night should get it by Friday thanks
Marie0 -
Morning, again, friends! Marie...so glad the plant based plan is working for you. Change is good, and we all have to find what works for our bodies. I think it is great that you want to step out of your comfort zone and try new things. Ray...so sorry about the house, but the house of your dreams is waiting for you. It's just a matter of finding it. Becky...that is SO early! How long will it last? At least there won't be much traffic at that hour. Shirley..hope you can get that bike ride in today.
I am back from the body pump class and feeling great. I had 3 rest days in a row, and my body was ready for movement.
I have been researching zigzagging calories (calorie cycling). Stephanie mentioned it a few days ago, and we also talked about the Weight Watcher Wendy plan. It's basically having high/low days to keep the body from getting used to a set amount of calories day in and day out. I also did four online calculations for my basal metabolic rate and how many calories I should be eating with how I exercise. Not sure of the accuracy of these even though age is a factor they consider in the calculations.
Nevertheless, next month, I'm going to up and zigzag my calories to see if I can move this thing along. At my weight, I should be losing more consistently so I have to keep working at what works for my body. If I had 10-20 pounds to lose, I could understand the slow loss especially my age. But at 50+ pounds, it should be moving faster and the evil
scale should be showing me more love. I'll give it a month to see what happens.
I hope you guys have a wonderful day.
Connie0 -
Marie, Glad you found some of Amazon. Hope you like the flavor. I added a bit of applesauce to the water and it tasted really good.
Connie, calorie cycling sounds interesting. My problem is I am not happy on those low calorie days :-( I don't like feeling deprived:-)
Maybe we should all get back to posting our stats once a week for a bit more accountability. I think I will begin doing that. What day do most of you complete your weekly weigh in? I will follow suit.
Stay strong!
Ruthie0 -
Marie, Glad you found some of Amazon. Hope you like the flavor. I added a bit of applesauce to the water and it tasted really good.
Connie, calorie cycling sounds interesting. My problem is I am not happy on those low calorie days :-( I don't like feeling deprived:-)
Maybe we should all get back to posting our stats once a week for a bit more accountability. I think I will begin doing that. What day do most of you complete your weekly weigh in? I will follow suit.
Stay strong!
Ruthie
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