NON WW & WW NEWBIES, OUR NEW LIFE, THE START OF SOMETHING WONDERFUL

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  • TeresaW1020
    TeresaW1020 Posts: 3,231 Member
    @theslightedgeforever Good grief!! I just changed my password so hopefully, the friend request will stop. This might explain why I’ve had several men request a friendship with me. :| Yes, I totally agree that it’s not about getting the weight off as much as it is in keeping it off. I’ve never declared myself at goal weight in my life and I am NOT going to finally get there only to gain it back. But complacency will never be my friend. Congrats on your great loss this week!! B)

    @trooworld Yikes! I don’t blame you for being upset that some woman was rifling through your car. That is awful! :angry: What’s up with nuking a frozen banana? :D You will get back in control of your eating. I would hate to work where there were vending machines at my disposal. Although last week I was vacuuming the youth room and found their stash of chips. Those Cheetos tried to call my name but I told them to shut up!

    @cbabie That is great that you were able to get in a good treadmill walk. I know I always feel better after my workout. :)


    Hello! Mom and I went to Walmart today and they are remodeling the whole store. I’m sure it will look great once it’s done but it was sure a mess. From what I overheard from another customer they are planning on opening a lot more self-checkout. A good way to save them some money, I guess. I came home and cooked my dog her chicken that I put in her food every day and decided to have a little and made an egg white and mozzarella chaffle chicken sandwich. It was super yummy! Now, I need to go make a cup of coffee and finish this week’s Bible study chapter before our meeting tonight. Have a good day! :)
  • cbabie
    cbabie Posts: 1,658 Member
    Morning all, I tracked all my food yesterday I got back on the treadmill today. I love walking on my treadmill. My baby girl just waved at me, so glad she is not trying to get on it with me now. LOL I am sitting outside on my patio, it's almost 70 right now. n13z7dpkwpqe.png


    @trooworld So sorry about the homeless person in your car. You know it's one day out of many in regards to the vending machine. I was on the phone today with a nutritionist in regards to baby girl..the main thing is we can't be restricted, we just need balance. You've got this.

    @TeresaW1020 I laughed when I read you cooked the chicken and you had some...my dad always cooked for his dog. But he also fed his dog 1 slice of Hershey candy bar too..LOL I can see you in the youth room going... "CHEETOS SHUT UP". LOL. The Bible says Life and Death are in the tongue. LOL

    @theslightedgeforever I forgot mom used to say that, but it's true...sounds like your plan is working and that's great!! You have always been the creative one. ;0

    Cbabie
  • trooworld
    trooworld Posts: 6,725 Member
    @theslightedgeforever I got 25% yesterday. Yes, the walking trail was nice: it was partially shaded and had some big hills as well as flat parts. I won't get any blessings becuase she didn't get anything, my husband snatched the things she had from her hand lol. But I almost felt like giving her the masks that she was stealing. I was just in shock so didn't do anything, when the crap hits the fan, I freeze. You've had 5 days on your plan, I'd say that is long enough to enjoy the benefits. Wise advice as usual! And congrats on the scale going down. That's an excellent loss!

    @TeresaW1020 I keep getting racy requests, too. I just delete them but it makes me mad. Yeah it was really upsetting on Monday. LOL...he was trying to defrost the banana to make protein pancakes! It does suck having access to a vending machine. What a great NSV to avoid the Cheetos! Our Walmarts have a lot of self-checkouts, too. I don't mind them if I'm not in a hurry but I don't bag as quickly as the checkers do. We make Louie chicken jerky in my Ninja Foodi. He LOVES it and it is better for him than the treats you get at the store. We also cook him a whole chicken about once a week. That sandwich sounds yummy, when I was on Keto I really appreciated the chaffle.

    @cbabie Thank you. You are right, we do need balance. I try to have it but sometimes my mind gets out of kilter. ;)

    @mswatson0777 I'm sending out the hounds for you, where are you, my dear?

    Hello all. Yesterday was markedly better than Monday. I truly am an emotional eater. The scale has popped up, no surprise. Hopefully, it will go back down before Friday. This week is going by really slowly.

    My phrase for the year: CHANGE HAPPENS
  • gemwolf110
    gemwolf110 Posts: 1,498 Member
    Hi all! My MFP app was acting weird. Wouldn’t let me log into community so I tried deleting the app and reinstall well app icon is gone but I can’t redownload but I can search for the app and it pops up? Idk technology sometimes evades me. Just a quick check in and hope everyone is well!

    ~ Missy
  • theslightedgeforever
    theslightedgeforever Posts: 2,339 Member
    edited February 2021
    Another good day of staying OP. I was going to take a rest day today but ended up getting in 17 min of exercise anyway. Downside was water. Isn't it always. lol One day that will change. Be back tomorrow for some personals. I'm so glad tomorrow is a green day for me. I've had 4 days of red in a row.
  • cbabie
    cbabie Posts: 1,658 Member
    Morning all, I got 25 min walk in, but yesterdays food was not good. I tracked it and moved on. We rearranged the patio and back yard yesterday. It's too nice not to be able to enjoy outside. We moved all of baby girls outside toys to give her and us more room to enjoy.
    @gemwolf110 glad you stopped in, sorry MFP is having issues..I think Teresaw1020 was yesterday.

    @theslightedgeforever great job on staying OP and exercising even if it was unplanned.

    @trooworld I ignore all my request...some have been there for years. I guss I should delete. LOL I swear my mind is always out of kilter

    Cbabie
  • TeresaW1020
    TeresaW1020 Posts: 3,231 Member
    @cbabie That is great that you got in your walk. It’s starting to be nice here to so we can sit outside, but we can’t. Because of the evil yellow pollen that is about to descend upon us. This weekend, DH and I are actually going to cover our furniture in plastic in the hopes of not having to scrub it once the pollen subsides. AND you know it was hard for me to tell those Cheetos to shut up! :grin:

    @theslightedgeforever Good job on staying on plan! Enjoy your green day! :)

    @gemwolf110 technology annoys me!! My app wasn’t working either and now my Apple watch is acting up. Ugghhh!! :/

    @trooworld I also get men's requests on Pinterest, which I always delete. Have you gotten those? Yeah, chaffles are my jam! Today, I had a bacon sandwich with them. Sooo tasty! And Maggie Mae loves them too. ;) You will get that scale to go down.


    Hi everyone! Today is a beautiful day. I actually had the door open for a while to let in some fresh air. I deep cleaned my bathroom and bedroom and did laundry. My weight was down to another all time low this morning and that made me super happy. I have been tracking my macros on Carb Manager and thinking that it’s not a bad idea for me to continue. At least until I reach my goal and learn how to stay in maintenance. I’m not really trying to hit a certain calorie or macro number as much as using it for data. I am working on keeping protein higher than fat grams and of course keeping the carbs as low as possible. Except for Keto-approved veggie carbs. Those I will eat a ton of and not really worry about it. This morning I got an email that I could get the premium membership for $29 a year, so I went ahead and did that. There are tons of features and over 50,000 Keto-friendly recipes. I’m excited to find new things to make! :)
  • trooworld
    trooworld Posts: 6,725 Member
    @gemwolf110 Hi Missy! Good to see you. Sorry about the trouble with the app.

    @theslightedgeforever Great job, keep it up! :) Enjoy your green day.

    @cbabie Great job with the walk. It was nice here too, yesterday. I love this weather! I accidentally accepted one of those naughty requests. She didn't have a sexy picture when I accepted her but once accepted, she changed her picture to something yucky. lol

    @TeresaW1020 I haven't gotten them on Pinterest but I get rando guys on Fitbit and on Instagram that want to DM me. I ignore them. Yeah, I remember loving chaffles! Congrats on the loss! It sounds like Carb Manager is going to be a good tool for you.

    Hi all. It was such a nice day yesterday, I sat out on the walkway and did some work. It's supposed to be nice again today. I've been doing a lot of clothes shopping lately online. It needs to stop! LOL I bought some Bermuda shorts and a pair of capris and some shirts. I don't normally wear shorts but I don't want to be uncomfortably hot again this year. I haven't bought any summer clothing in a long time so I guess it's okay.

    My phrase for the year: CHANGE HAPPENS
  • theslightedgeforever
    theslightedgeforever Posts: 2,339 Member
    @cbabie Good job on your walk. I'm a bit concerned about all of it being in the peak minutes on your fitbit. Don't want you to have a heart attack or anything. I'd have no siblings left. At least you tracked your food. That's a good thing.

    @teresaw1020 Looks like you found another piece to your puzzle. We had pollen when I lived in TX. Thank God I didn't have allergies though. My hubby was a different story.

    @trooworld I got 50%. Not really focusing on it cause I'm really focusing on food right now til that becomes a habit again. New clothes are so much fun to buy. I'm going to wait until I get off the 17 lbs left from covid.

    Red Day-Stayed OP 98/100 carbs o:)
    Exercise-rest day (19 min walk) o:)
    Zone minutes 14 minus 2 due to inactivity 6/8 o:)
    Water 3/6 :|
  • cbabie
    cbabie Posts: 1,658 Member
    Afternoon all, I have had a busy day and almost forgot to come on here and post. My allergies are horrible, I slept an hour yesterday...couldn't open my eyes no matter how hard I tried. I tracked yesterday and wasn't the best, but I tracked and have a very small victory. I was upset by one of my kids and really wanted to get into the "soft" chocolate chip cookies.. I DID NOT...I walked away and said I am in control of me. I got on my treadmill again today..then I haven't stopped until now. LOL iueb0okjix1y.png

    @TeresaW1020 I don't know what's in the air here, but I have never been so miserable. Sounds like your ap is working for you!! YEA

    @trooworld LOL. I think that's why I ignore all the requests. LOL. Isn't it nice to work outside? Before I retired, I loved when I could work from home and sit outside, (that was before baby girl) LOL

    @theslightedgeforever Well I don't feel like I going anytime soon... LOL. I just really like the treadmill out of all the machines I have done in my lifetime. LOL

    cbabie
  • trooworld
    trooworld Posts: 6,725 Member
    @theslightedgeforever I got about 40%. I think the food is more important. You'll get to the water. Yeah, I enjoy shopping!

    @cbabie Oh gosh that sounds miserable! Great NSV, staying away from the cookies. WTG! It is nice to work outside. I didn't do it yesterday but maybe I will today. Yeah, I can't imagine you'd get much work done with baby girl running around! :D

    Hi all. I had a slight gain this week (+0.6 lbs). I'm not surprised, I didn't eat that well for part of the week. This week, I will prep some snacks to have on hand as that was my downfall last week. I need to go through my clothes one more time and try things on to see what looks flattering and what doesn't: I'm going to get rid of anything that isn't flattering. I'll take a picture of each outfit to see if I like the way I look in it.

    My phrase for the year: CHANGE HAPPENS
  • theslightedgeforever
    theslightedgeforever Posts: 2,339 Member
    edited February 2021
    @cbabie Good self control from walking away from the cookies. I like those fitbit numbers much better.

    @trooworld Weight loss is not linear. I mean it would be nice but that's not usually reality. that's great that you are preparing for next week. It's all in the planning I think and then sticking to those plans. I got 33%

    Green Day-Stayed OP 30/30 +6 weekly points o:)
    Exercise-YouTube cardio video 23 min walking 16 min o:)
    Zone minutes 46 minus 2 due to inactivity 6/8 o:)
    Water 2/6 :|
  • TeresaW1020
    TeresaW1020 Posts: 3,231 Member
    @trooworld You will get that gain off next week! Prepping snacks is a good idea since that is something you struggle with. Taking pictures of you in an outfit is a great idea. I’ve also taken a video of myself in an outfit so that you can see it from all angles and in movement. Give it a try! ;)

    @cbabie Sorry that allergies are attacking you so badly. Good for you for saying no to those cookies! That is amazing self-discipline and I know that you are proud of yourself. I did something similar this morning. :)


    Hello all! Today, is the end of my month for weighing in and I managed to lose 1 pound. I wish it would have been more but with the trip to Florida and getting back on track I'm happy it wasn't a gain. I didn’t do very well yesterday and got into foods that are NOT part of my plan. This morning, I left early for work and had this thought that I would go through the Starbucks drive-thru and get a latte and maybe some breakfast. Afterall today was weigh-in so I would have the rest of the week to get the weight off. I was just about to pull in when I said NO, and drove past and got on the road that leads to the church. I worked five hours with just electrolyte water and had something to eat when I came home. I really like the feeling of being in control better than when I lose it. Now just to bottle that feeling and uncork it when I need it. :grin:
  • cbabie
    cbabie Posts: 1,658 Member
    Afternoon all, well I wish I could say today was a good day for weight control..but NOT. I got into the wheat thins and mindlessly ate, didn't get on my treadmill, but I did take baby girl for a walk. So I have to be more mindful the rest of the day. I have a lot of emotions right now and I am happy that I am still making good choices more than not.

    @trooworld I should go through my closet and get rid of MORE things...I just keep hoping I will get back down and oh you can't have too many black dress shirts. LOL.

    @theslightedgeforever glad I could make you a little happier >>LOL Great job staying OP

    @TeresaW1020 I am so proud of your inner strength...when you figure out how to bottle that, let me know.. I need to pull on my resources.. :). great job on the loss...a loss is a loss.

    Cbabie
  • trooworld
    trooworld Posts: 6,725 Member
    @theslightedgeforever Thanks for the reminder. I'm down a couple of pounds since yesterday, just to prove your point. I got 25% again!

    @TeresaW1020 Girl, I already have it off as of this morning lol! That's a good idea to take a video. Oh, I agree, feeling in control is so much better! Congrats on the loss and staying in control! <3

    @cbabie Well, at least you took baby girl for a walk? I like how you assessed your day BEFORE the end of it so you know what you still need to do. Black dress shirts: NO! You cannot have too many! ;)

    Hello all. I'm down -1.6 lbs, I have now lost 25.6 lbs, the equivalent of a car tire! I am 30% to my weight loss goal. Last night, I did a bit of self-care: I am trying something new by putting coconut oil on my hair and I let it sit with a shower cap over it for about 2-3 hours and then washed it out. I also put a mud mask on my face. It feels good to take care of "ME". Today is a busy day: I have to pick up groceries, have a video visit with a doctor about a possible sleep study, take the dog back to the vet to get stitches out (he had a mass removed), and pick up some clothing from Kohl's. Have a great day!

    My phrase for the year: CHANGE HAPPENS
  • renaegry
    renaegry Posts: 1,256 Member
    Good day all. Been ages since I have been on. Been doing alright. Weight has dropped down to 158 final and my eating has been a lot better. Just got myself a new Fitbit Versa 3 so that my new motivation. Just finished 45 min on the treadmill burning 456 cals.
  • cbabie
    cbabie Posts: 1,658 Member
    Afternoon all, I did not so well still last night eating. My stomach was so bloated and I just felt icky. Here we are another day and I did get my walk on the Treadmill, (only got in a few min)picked up a book from the library and been doing laundry. I have been trying to look back and see how my life of eating habits have changed. One thing I see is I used to buy low fat, fat free, etc..then I read that was not healthy, so I buy butter, 2 % milk, etc. I think after looking at this ugly 63 year old body, I need to watch my fat content. I am just not sure how much fat is good and healthy.
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    @trooworld Yea on the loss, I laughed as I could see you with a car tire around your waist.. (I look like I have a tire under my shirts..LOL). I am happy to hear you taking care of you, I am trying to do that more myself.

    @renaegry Good to see you stop by. Yea on weight loss..I am babying my Fitbit Blaze...I have to charge it if it gets to the wrong screen, the button is broke on the left side to change screens. LOL. I want the Versa 3, do you like it so far? I am trying to make it something I buy myself after I am a little more consistent in my tracking and exercise. LOL

    Cbabie
  • renaegry
    renaegry Posts: 1,256 Member
    @cbabie I love it. The screen is awesome. Shows you way more on watch then my old one. After my exercise when I ended it in watch it told
    Me wait to go Renae. So motivating. The watch vibrates when you change heart rate zones which I love. Overall I love it.
  • theslightedgeforever
    theslightedgeforever Posts: 2,339 Member
    Green Day-Went Over 37/30 +22 weekly points :(
    Exercise-Rest Day :(
    Zone minutes 0 :(
    Water 1.5/6 :|
  • TeresaW1020
    TeresaW1020 Posts: 3,231 Member
    @cbabie As a Keto girl, I would have to say that I think eating fat is very healthy. Of course, you want the right kinds of fat. Seed oils, like canola and corn, are horrible and should be avoided at all costs. I would look at your processed foods and of course sugar as the main culprits for an unhealthy diet. I have a very good friend who is a vegan and eats super low fat. We have fun debating each other but we always agree that processed foods are the worst. :)

    @trooworld My mom used to put mayo in her hair. :grin: I think taking “me” time is great! How did you like the coconut oil treatment? I haven’t used a mud mask in years. I might need to look for one the next time I’m at the store.

    @renaegry Good to see you checking in and doing so well. :)

    @theslightedgeforever Not the best day, huh? You will turn it around. :)


    Good morning and a happy new month! February wasn’t the best and I have to do better! Having said that tomorrow is my B-day. I’m turning 55! :# We are going to go out for brunch to a place called Mama’s Boy. I already know that I’m getting the salmon cakes Benedict with capers & chive hollandaise. It’s served with a huge biscuit and spring greens. So, no Keto tomorrow! Plus, DH said there might be some wine and chocolate happening too. <3 But it’s one day out of 31 days and I’m not planning on letting that stop me from sticking to my plan the rest of the month. It’s going to be hot here before I know it and I want to go clothes shopping! Eye on the prize is my motto for March.
  • trooworld
    trooworld Posts: 6,725 Member
    @renaegry Congrats on the new Fitbit! And well done @ the 158!

    @cbabie I'm sad that you called your body ugly. All bodies are beautiful, they allow us to walk around without assistance, they allow us to hug our beautiful families, etc. Please don't call yourself or your body ugly, my friend. LOL about the car tire...I FEEL like I have one around my waist but I'm working to get rid of that "tire" lol. I'm glad you are trying to take care of yourself.

    @theslightedgeforever Keep trying, don't give up!

    Hi all. Not much happening here. The weekend went by too quickly and now I have to go to the job site today. I went over my weekly and daily points on Saturday, I need to quit doing that. Yesterday, I went on a hike in the canyon right beside my condo. It was challenging for many reasons.

    My phrase for the year: CHANGE HAPPENS
  • trooworld
    trooworld Posts: 6,725 Member
    @TeresaW1020 I can see mayo being healthy for your hair. Certainly more healthy than in food lol. The coconut oil treatment: I think it made a difference! I think it will take several weeks of doing it consistently once a week to make a real difference but my hair seemed more healthy already. Yeah, I use a really good mud mask and it makes a difference. HAPPY BIRTHDAY a day early!!! Salmon cakes benedict sound amazing! Same with the wine and chocolate!

    Hi all. I forgot to say two things: I lost -2.6 lbs last month. That's not the rate I want to be at so I need to pump up my efforts. The second thing I wanted to say was: I fit into size 16 jeans! I was a size 18 the last time I bought jeans but I now fit into size 16. Woot woot!

    My phrase for the year: CHANGE HAPPENS
  • mswatson0777
    mswatson0777 Posts: 290 Member
    Hi Everyone!

    Sorry I went off the grid for a bit. I was having a rough mental health time with exhaustion and overwhelm (work stuff, life stuff, school stuff, the whole 9 yards).

    I didn't eat the best, but I didn't do the worst either. At the very least I stuck with exercise which was good. I'm hopping back on track today and I've got healthy meals and activities planned out for the week. I hope you all are well, sorry I can't catch up on all the messages I missed!
  • gemwolf110
    gemwolf110 Posts: 1,498 Member
    Hi All! Going to work on my March goals. Made it to Zumba 3x last week. Hoping to do the same this week.

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    Hope all is well with you all!
  • theslightedgeforever
    theslightedgeforever Posts: 2,339 Member
    edited March 2021
    @teresaw1020 Happy Birthday. I don't have a problem with fat except for what's on my body. :D But my macros usually run heavier on the fat versus carbs and protein. But my cholesterol is really good so i'm not really worried about it right now. Here's to a good March.

    @trowoorld Woohoo on your weight loss. Your hike sounds so fun. Nice to get out in nature and move your body. I should try the coconut oil treatment. I have tried just using straight coconut oil but I hate the smell. It didn't smell like good suntan oil smell. lol That smell I love. Double woohoo on your jeans. Even if you aren't losing at the rate you want, you are still being consistent and showing progress.

    @mswatson0777 Glad to see you back. I hope you are refreshed and ready to go. You look like everything is planned out. just take a day at a time.

    @renaegry So what do you like most about the Versa 3. I'll be needing a new one soon. My Versa is not staying charged.

    @cbabie I'm glad to see you are being consistent in your exercise.

    @gemwolf110 Can't believe it's March already. I'm hoping the next 365 days is better than the last 365 days. Zumba is fun I think. Good for you.

    Yellow Day-Didn't track :(
    Exercise-55 min walking o:)
    Zone minutes 30 minus 2 due to inactivity 6/8 o:)
    Water 2/6 :|

  • cbabie
    cbabie Posts: 1,658 Member
    Afternoon all, Well I got on the scales Sunday and almost cried right there, went through the thought process...."I just won't eat food for 3 weeks... I then thought how stupid..LOL it works. but not quite healthy. Then I thought really what is it i need to do...I know my body, I have had it for a LONG time. :). So I am working on finding the groove that you all have found for each of you. One thing I know is sugar is my addiction and I need freed from that. There was a point in my life that I could of just had 1 slice of cake for an important event..but not today. I went on my walk around the neighborhood today...didn't feel like the treadmill. Too many things I had to get done. ff537g9r9lx1.png Numbers are different, but movement is movement in my world.

    @gemwolf110 I am there with you..February was not all that good emotionally. So hoping it's not the same in March.

    @mswatson0777 So sorry that's where you were, but I had a few of those myself...are you sure we didn't come from the same gene pool? LOL I hope things get better each day for for you.

    @trooworld Thank you for your stepping up and pointing out I need to change my image in my mind about my body and me. I know some of that comes from things I heard my whole life and some of it is the things that have been said to me this past couple of weeks. I so appreciate you!!! Congratulations on the LOSS that is good. You are being consistent and that creates habits that remain. I always feel the scale show some, but you know its the clothes and the way they fit that REALLY tells us that we are seeing results!!! Congrats on 16!

    @TeresaW1020 Yes I agree that the way I look at fat is not always healthy. I don't know that I could be a KETO girl...I like my carbs..LOL. Again, looking for what will work for me and I agree processed foods have to be the worst HAPPY BIRTHDAY TOMORROW!! ( well you will read this tomorrow...LOL I used to put mayo on my hair..I have had good hair most of my life, but there was a time about 2 years ago...not so..it was STRESS. Sometimes we don't know really how much other things influence out health.

    Cbabie
  • renaegry
    renaegry Posts: 1,256 Member
    @TeresaW1020 happy birthday

    @theslightedgeforever love the screen of the versa 3. Love the alerts from changing heart rate zones. Has gps built right into the watch (havent been able to try that yet. Too cold. Hopefully this weekend forecast is for 9C). Little more interactive. After a workout tell me great job Renae.

    Hope everyone is doing well well. Been eating way to much since Friday. Way to much take out. Time to get back on track today. Meals planned out for the day plus plan a treadmill walk/jog followed by ab challenge and 100 squats
  • trooworld
    trooworld Posts: 6,725 Member
    @mswatson0777 I'm sorry about your week. It sounds like you needed a break. Welcome back! <3

    @gemwolf110 Zumba 3x a week is a good goal.

    @theslightedgeforever Thanks! The hike was fun, we could see our building from the bottom of the canyon (but not our condo which is nice) but the rocks were so slippery, I actually fell once. I won't do that hike again. The treatment I did on my hair WAS just virgin cold-pressed coconut oil and it did smell like coconuts lol. BUT...it didn't smell that way after I shampooed and conditioned. I was so excited when I fit into those jeans. Now, maybe it's just that brand that I fit into but so what! I got about 40% yesterday.

    @cbabie I'm sorry you had a bad weigh-in. You are dusting yourself off and getting back on the horse, I know it. Yes, movement is movement! You are welcome, my dear. I want the very best for you. Hitting the 16s made me want to do even better. I've had a rough week emotionally, too, and because of that, I haven't eaten the best.

    Hi all. This is not a good week for me: on Sunday, I received an upsetting email from a family member who declared they are upset with me. It was a punch in the gut and I haven't recovered yet. I ate poorly on Saturday and yesterday, I am -33 WW points for the week. I'll dust myself off today and get back at it but the damage is done.

    @TeresaW1020 HAPPY BIRTHDAY, PRETTY LADY!!!

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    My phrase for the year: CHANGE HAPPENS
  • cbabie
    cbabie Posts: 1,658 Member
    Morning all, I just finished my walk on my treadmill. I did much better eating yesterday. I tracked and I think the thing that helped me is I didn't eat until about 1 or 2. I think it changes my mindset for the day. So trying that again today. ap4eoiijw8it.png
    . My marcos were carbs 10% over goal Fat 18% under goal and protein 8% over on goal. LOL. I tried to put the graph in here, but it was so BIGGGG... I deleted it.

    @trooworld I am here to tell you, I know how it feels when a family member does that to you...It makes you question everything you think, say or do. I am trying to learn from it and be a better me. (Not what they think a better me is, but truly a better me) I still say you are doing great and YES you will pick yourself up and do this. They do NOT control your life, you know you better than anyone. I personally like who you are.. :)

    @renaegry I love to hear the things you like about it...makes me want one sooner, but I am going to try to stick to my plan! LOL

    Cbabie
  • TeresaW1020
    TeresaW1020 Posts: 3,231 Member
    @trooword, Thank you very much for the birthday wishes!! <3 I am so sorry that you received upsetting news and that it’s affected you so deeply. I hope that you will bounce back and feel better soon. <3

    @renaegry Thank you for the birthday wishes! You will get back on track. :)

    @cbabie Thank you for the birthday wishes! I’m sorry that the scale made you sad. You do know your body and what will and won’t work for you. I’m like you and sugar is not my friend. I like carbs too but if I eat them consistently my weight just won’t budge. And boy did I just eat a lot of carbs!! See my post. ;)

    @theslightedgeforever, Thank you! Yeah, I wouldn’t worry about cholesterol at all from what my Keto doctors on the podcast I listen to have to say about it. But of course, if I had high cholesterol I would probably be doing more research. I do well with fat too but I am trying to not overdo it and keep the protein higher than the fat grams. Not always easy to do! :|

    @gemwolf110 Zumba is fun! I wish Beachbody had Zumba. They do have some country and hip-hop dance workout videos. Maybe I should give them a try. :grin:

    @mswatson0777 Glad to see you checking in with us. I was wondering if you were OK. I hope things are going better for you. You just have so much going on that you have to be extra diligent about self-care. <3


    Hi everyone! I’m sitting here stuffed to the gills! DH took mom and me out for brunch and then back home for chocolate cake and coffee. The cake was soooo good but I’m almost in a sugar coma at the moment and need a nap! :grin: I got some really nice gifts including a beautiful long necklace and a cool puzzle from DH. Mom got me two cast iron skillets, a food steamer, and some make-up. I can’t wait to cook something in the cast iron! 😊 We had quite a scare this morning when we found out that yesterday afternoon my 3-year-old great-niece swallowed a decorative glass bead that got stuck in her esophagus. They had to put her under anesthesia this morning to remove it. She is doing fine now and should be going home later today. Kids!!

    OK, I'm off to try to get more of this puzzle done that I'm currently doing. It's kicking my butt, but I love it. :D

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