JUST FOR TODAY -- One Day at a Time .... Daily commitment thread for 2019
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I'm responding with one big SWOOP!!!
@slittlemeister Glad to see you on here---and you can do this! 12 lbs can seem monumental when you are close to your maintenance goal. But I am in the same boat and hope to lose the same before I consider if I am at maintenance. Hopefully, we can inspire each other!
@PackerFanInGB Yea! You are back for another year! Let's hope/pray for one that is less painful for you!!!
You are here because you haven't given up and wow! that's huge. Your determination is going to pay off---not to mention you are an inspiration to others! Peace and joy
@sarah74_vt It's always so nice to be able to count on someone being there---that person is you for JFT.
You are always calm, positive, and present, and I can rely on seeing your post each time I come on here.
I hope this will be a successful year for you and that you will get to drink lots of diet cokes
Onward!
@mytime6630 A huge and hearty thank you for starting a new thread! It's so good to be able to put the past behind us and a new thread is like having a new start. Press forward! I hope you continue to make great strides in your physical fitness.
@snowflake1968 Great quote---contentment is an ongoing process for me in many areas of my life. Thanks for sharing it!
@Bex953172 You had the dam break at the end of the year. And yet you are still on here encouraging others as well as showing that spirit of determination you have. I know you feel the love that folks have for you. We are rallying around you---even if it is a virtual rally there is lots of emotion behind it!
@maryrobinson40 Here we go for another round! So glad you returned and look forward to your continued and enthusiastic cheers while we make this journey together. Keep pressing on!
@time2change1111 Wow! You have started off on a great note! Way to conquer your JFT goals. And I like how you are being proactive about avoiding snacks. Keeping busy/distracted always helps Keep going! Joy and Peace.
@Faebert You are an inspiration for me. You encourage me to keep on this journey and that THIS TIME I will be able to maintain. It's good that you are gearing up for your mil. And that you understand the reasons behind her behavior. I think when we are able to see the person's point of view we can be more empathetic and patient. I hope you enjoy the time with her
@HEGoddard0928 So glad you are going to have your work buddy back! Re: the dishes...there's always that one chore we hate...while your husband is off work could he tackle this task, or use the time as a way to do something together?
@UTMom81 Greetings! It's great to see that you are putting the brakes on and working to return to your maintenance weight. That is very encouraging and I hope to do the same when I get there! This is a good place to be accountable and we will all root for you as you get closer to your birthday goal!
@losingit4G Good for you coming back here and good that you made your JFT goal!! Fantastic. Come back tomorrow and let us know how you did!
@Elbee1 So good to see you coming back! So sorry about your daughter---being far away at times like this is hard. We are in the same situation---we live in Idaho while our four kids are in the OK/TX area.
@NewCreationmfp Greetings and welcome! This is a great group for encouragement. We have all started the umpteenth time. But the fact that you have not given up is a win for you. Keep coming back! Peace and joy!
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@cschmitz110515 I like the idea of setting an overall monthly goal---think I'm going to try it.3
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Weigh in Wednesday:
I began this journey 1/1/18 at 178
This morning I weighed 149
I'm ready to move forward!
Keep on keeping on one step at a time!
Peace and joy!6 -
what a effing day I had!
we had BAILIFFS at the door because of ONE missed payment for a Driving Ticket (we accidentally drove in a bus lane for about 5 seconds) £25 in the first 2 weeks, £50 after that, we missed thst and they escalated it to the courts so a 25 pound fine is now £150. we set up the payment plan, made first payment, missed the second payment by 3 days and today bailiffs show up asking for £370 within 2 hours or cars being clamped and seized.
I told my partner and he grabbed his keys and drove off! ecen though his hand is messed up, I'm bloody crying, the enforcer saying he's going to be arrested! the girls and dog was watching from the front window (mummy why did that man want daddys car) she found it funny LOL.
so anyway turns out he just hid the car LOL hid it! and then came back to sort it with the enforcer, my dad paid it for us, he didnt have the money so is up the creek himself but he wouldn't see us with no car for something so silly.
tl;dr - Someone tried to take the car, my partner went berserk and hid it.
And he's not eligible for disability?
it's actually laughable now.
atleast I can say my life isnt boring!!5 -
what a effing day I had!
we had BAILIFFS at the door because of ONE missed payment for a Driving Ticket (we accidentally drove in a bus lane for about 5 seconds) £25 in the first 2 weeks, £50 after that, we missed thst and they escalated it to the courts so a 25 pound fine is now £150. we set up the payment plan, made first payment, missed the second payment by 3 days and today bailiffs show up asking for £370 within 2 hours or cars being clamped and seized.
I told my partner and he grabbed his keys and drove off! ecen though his hand is messed up, I'm bloody crying, the enforcer saying he's going to be arrested! the girls and dog was watching from the front window (mummy why did that man want daddys car) she found it funny LOL.
so anyway turns out he just hid the car LOL hid it! and then came back to sort it with the enforcer, my dad paid it for us, he didnt have the money so is up the creek himself but he wouldn't see us with no car for something so silly.
tl;dr - Someone tried to take the car, my partner went berserk and hid it.
And he's not eligible for disability?
it's actually laughable now.
atleast I can say my life isnt boring!!
Wow! That is harsh! Here if you don’t pay your fines, you can’t register your vehicle when it is up for renewal each year. It’s always a challenge to know how much you will need to walk into the registry office with. I hope you get a break soon you sure deserve it.1 -
Snowflake1968 wrote: »[quote="AJB1014;c-43081392"
3. Pick up pup
Is this a new pup?
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No, our dog Fala stays with DH's mom (widowed) on NYE to keep her company so I just had to go get her. This is her dressed up for Halloween!
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Greetings, Fellow Sojourners!
What's the Good Word??!!
How exciting is this?!! We have a clean new page!
We all have found "helps" along the way that keep us on track. If you have something that helped you to lose weight or even to grow spiritually, physically, and emotionally this past year, share! share! share!
Last January when I began this journey I pondered about a word that would serve as an inspiration, motivator, and an encourager to help me succeed. My word became two: "Stand Firm" Stand firm when I am tempted. Stand Firm when I am emotional and the food beckons. Stand Firm when I don't see results on the scales.
I then found scripture and quotes that related to the word and wrote them in the front of my journal.
I posted these two words on my cabinet doors so that they were the first thing I'd see when I opened the door.
I think that this year's word is going to be Perseverance. I've come so far this past year (thanks in part to this fantastic support group)---and it is the first time I was able to keep going for one whole year. But I have more I want to do to make me the best me possible.
Perhaps getting your own word and writing down encouraging quotes/scripture/words of wisdom that support your word will help spur you on!
Peace and Joy!!
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what a effing day I had!
we had BAILIFFS at the door because of ONE missed payment for a Driving Ticket (we accidentally drove in a bus lane for about 5 seconds) £25 in the first 2 weeks, £50 after that, we missed thst and they escalated it to the courts so a 25 pound fine is now £150. we set up the payment plan, made first payment, missed the second payment by 3 days and today bailiffs show up asking for £370 within 2 hours or cars being clamped and seized.
I told my partner and he grabbed his keys and drove off! ecen though his hand is messed up, I'm bloody crying, the enforcer saying he's going to be arrested! the girls and dog was watching from the front window (mummy why did that man want daddys car) she found it funny LOL.
so anyway turns out he just hid the car LOL hid it! and then came back to sort it with the enforcer, my dad paid it for us, he didnt have the money so is up the creek himself but he wouldn't see us with no car for something so silly.
tl;dr - Someone tried to take the car, my partner went berserk and hid it.
And he's not eligible for disability?
it's actually laughable now.
atleast I can say my life isnt boring!!
Oh, Bex, it is a deluge at your place. So very sorry.0 -
Haha dont worry everyone, we have finalised our plan for moving out and getting things paid, we've both really bucked up, we were both living on autopilot and now we're in full gear and ready to MAKE the change in our lives rather than wishing omit.
I learnt something very weird, fearing something only makes the problem worse. Fearing I'm losing my house means I'm out of control, when actually I have lots of options, yeah its rubbish but we needed to go anyway so why am o scared?
so I'm not afraid anymore, I'm not afraid of losing stuff along as I have my family and friends, Im not afraid of people I'm just... not afraid. I feel like I can conquer anything without fear!
I'm wondering if I can apply that to this journey!4 -
JFT:
Order a new journal
Move every 1.5 hours
Drink 6 cups of water/tea
Take every bite captive
Start back up with MFP food tracker
Be grateful2 -
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Overslept this morning so o missed my workout but watching calories more today.2
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What a great thread! I am hoping this helps keep me accountable. I'm Shannon from NH. I'm married (7 years but together for 12) and have two fur-kids (GSD's). Tracking my food and exercise in MFP helped me lose 50lbs in 2011. I kept it off for a few years and then got lazy and stopped logging and paying attention as much as I should have. I'm looking forward to getting back on track and losing 40lbs prior to my 40th birthday at the end of this year!
JFT - Wednesday 1/2/19
- Log all food
- Drink 8 ounces of water
- Work on lunch meal planning
- Exercise/move at least 20 minutes
Motivational quote for today
Small Changes Can Make a BIG Difference!4 -
Haha dont worry everyone, we have finalised our plan for moving out and getting things paid, we've both really bucked up, we were both living on autopilot and now we're in full gear and ready to MAKE the change in our lives rather than wishing omit.
I learnt something very weird, fearing something only makes the problem worse. Fearing I'm losing my house means I'm out of control, when actually I have lots of options, yeah its rubbish but we needed to go anyway so why am o scared?
so I'm not afraid anymore, I'm not afraid of losing stuff along as I have my family and friends, Im not afraid of people I'm just... not afraid. I feel like I can conquer anything without fear!
I'm wondering if I can apply that to this journey!
Hi Bex, I read a lot of last year's posts. It sounds as if you have been through some very tough times and have the strength to keep doing what's best for your family. I am sure you could apply it to your weight loss journey but you can't do everything at once!2 -
Tuesday, January 1.
1. Log all my food
2. Start 30 Days of Yoga
3. Do not go over in my net calories
4. Download the Couchto5K app and make a plan!4 -
meggers123 wrote: »I’m so glad to have stumbled upon this thread. I lost weight with MFP a few years ago. Since then I had two children, and am now trying to lose the extra “baby” weight (although my youngest is 19 months old).
My goal is to be conscious of the foods I eat, no bored snacking. And to work out/walk 4 days a week or more. (I have 3 very busy work days so I am accounting for those).
My goal for 2019 is to be the very best version of myself. 💗
End of day recap:
+90 minutes of exercise (walking on treadmill)
+healthy meals and planned snacks
+AF (alcohol free)
-sweets craving at 8pm after a hectic bedtime routine with the LOs. Gave in and ate TWELVE little chocolates that have 52 calories each. I could have cried when I logged that. 😢
I was still in a calorie deficit, so I won’t gain, but I was over my calorie goals. Again, calories are not everything but I must find better coping mechanisms. I journaled a bit about it, and I hope that I will become stronger and more conscious about my eating with practice. Tomorrow is a new day.
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👿 Failed on the decluttering goal!ZizzyBumble wrote: »2 Jan
5 portions of fruit/veg 😊
Log everything as accurately as possible 😊
Stay in the green 😊
Fitbit excercise goals - start the day with a walk😊
Drink water and resist wine! 😊
Update weight spreadsheet - I'm trying to figure out how much to eat based on MFP and Fitbit CICO records for each week and changes in my weight. 😊 The answer is less than I have been! I can loose weight and reach my target but then give up trying and regain so hopefully this thread will work for me
Tidy up 10 muddles 😊Especially if you count each Christmas ornament individually!
Get rid of 10 things - rubbish or charity shop
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yes! this describes it perfectly!3 -
JFT
1. Take one task I don’t want to do and start it
2. Clean - even if it’s one small surface tidied
3. Do my timesheet for work
4. Get up early and exercise for 10 minutes
5. Drink water - anything - just a drop will do... take it from there
Small steps... journey started... destination New Me 💄🧚🏻♀️4 -
RECAP JFT 2nd Jan
- 8 glasses of water ❌ only 4, still better than yesterday
- Be in the green⁉️ I forgot to weigh my dinner and theres no way I can guess on it x
- Stay calm, think before I speak. I'm very very very tired today, which means I'm very grouchy, so try not to shout at the kids.✔ this has got a red tick because I have stayed calm for my partner and kids but not the enforcer lol!
- log everything❌
- try get a nap (unlikely)❌❌❌❌❌
also,
- Find a way into the attic. need to get the xmas tree box down to get it away, I usually have it all away by now❌
hopefully tomorrow there will be no drama, and hopefully the washer door arrives in the morning so I can start that!
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@bex953172 I can’t imagine how you’re coping right now but I’m thinking of that quote about women being like teabags - you never know how strong they are until they end up in hot water. I know you will be ok - you sound strong and focussed. Wishing you all the very best for a reset and a better start to 2019. X3
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I’m about to head to bed and have actually had a nice time with the MIL. So glad I invited her - I know how much she misses being here with the girls. Otherwise lots of green ticks - must be the start of a new year 😉. Let’s see how long I can keep it up!
Wednesday goals recap
- morning workout ✅
- Leave by 10 to go to council office re parking permit (stupid issue still rumbling on) ✅ finally sorted after 40 mins queuing!
- Recycling centre ✅
- Lunch out with kids and grocery shopping ✅
- Change sheets and laundry ✅
- Cook healthy meal for MIL ✅ stir fried prawns and veggies, small amount of noodles, roasted Brussels sprouts and some fruit after. Yum and healthy
- Stay mindful, do not get emotional! ✅
- Re-read 2019 goals (want to keep this on every day to stay focussed) ✅ 3x today!
- Focus on water today ✅
Thursday goals
- morning workout
- Trip to shopping centre with kids and MIL
- Get eyebrows threaded
- Make healthy choices - stay mindful
- Re-read 2019 goals
- Keep up the focus on water
- Jetwash patio and front steps?? Weather forecast v v cold but dry...
- Early night
Have a great day/evening all. X2 -
ZizzyBumble wrote: »
👿 Failed on the decluttering goal!ZizzyBumble wrote: »2 Jan
5 portions of fruit/veg 😊
Log everything as accurately as possible 😊
Stay in the green 😊
Fitbit excercise goals - start the day with a walk😊
Drink water and resist wine! 😊
Update weight spreadsheet - I'm trying to figure out how much to eat based on MFP and Fitbit CICO records for each week and changes in my weight. 😊 The answer is less than I have been! I can loose weight and reach my target but then give up trying and regain so hopefully this thread will work for me
Tidy up 10 muddles 😊Especially if you count each Christmas ornament individually!
Get rid of 10 things - rubbish or charity shop
@ZizzyBumble look at all those smiley faces though! Well done!2 -
@meggers123 well done for logging the chocolates anyway. I’m the worst for not logging when I go seriously off track. If you’re logging you’re halfway there. Tomorrow is absolutely a new day - and why this thread is so great x3
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@meggers123 well done for logging the chocolates anyway. I’m the worst for not logging when I go seriously off track. If you’re logging you’re halfway there. Tomorrow is absolutely a new day - and why this thread is so great x
My first instinct was to not log it and hide my embarrassment. But then I realized if I don’t hold myself accountable, then who will? And I really want to make a change. So now it’s out there, and hopefully accountability helps me to make positive changes.
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@toaljasa - great results for last year and thank you again for your inspiring quotes and support for all on here
@cschmitz110515 -well done on staying under 160 after Christmas. You seem so great at setting and tracking goals. Really inspiring.
@snowflake1968 - happy birthday Michaela!
@Elbee1 - hope all is ok with your daughter
@HEGoddard0928 - how’s the dishes situation?😉
Welcome to all the new joiners. Lovely to have the place buzzing but wow is it hard to keep track! X2 -
Haha dont worry everyone, we have finalised our plan for moving out and getting things paid, we've both really bucked up, we were both living on autopilot and now we're in full gear and ready to MAKE the change in our lives rather than wishing omit.
I learnt something very weird, fearing something only makes the problem worse. Fearing I'm losing my house means I'm out of control, when actually I have lots of options, yeah its rubbish but we needed to go anyway so why am o scared?
so I'm not afraid anymore, I'm not afraid of losing stuff along as I have my family and friends, Im not afraid of people I'm just... not afraid. I feel like I can conquer anything without fear!
I'm wondering if I can apply that to this journey!
Oh Bex ... I almost cried when I read your post! You are one of the bravest woman I know!! SO SO proud of you!! Yes, you are in control!!!! I will be praying for you along this journey, and I know you are going to be OK. Because YOU are in control!
Hugs dear friend ... but in the meantime, if we can do anything at all, please let us know. But know you have a large family here that loves you dearly!3 -
Greetings, Fellow Sojourners!
What's the Good Word??!!
How exciting is this?!! We have a clean new page!
We all have found "helps" along the way that keep us on track. If you have something that helped you to lose weight or even to grow spiritually, physically, and emotionally this past year, share! share! share!
Last January when I began this journey I pondered about a word that would serve as an inspiration, motivator, and an encourager to help me succeed. My word became two: "Stand Firm" Stand firm when I am tempted. Stand Firm when I am emotional and the food beckons. Stand Firm when I don't see results on the scales.
I then found scripture and quotes that related to the word and wrote them in the front of my journal.
I posted these two words on my cabinet doors so that they were the first thing I'd see when I opened the door.
I think that this year's word is going to be Perseverance. I've come so far this past year (thanks in part to this fantastic support group)---and it is the first time I was able to keep going for one whole year. But I have more I want to do to make me the best me possible.
Perhaps getting your own word and writing down encouraging quotes/scripture/words of wisdom that support your word will help spur you on!
Peace and Joy!!
You are such a great motivator on here!! I think we are all pumped up ... this is going to be a great year for all of us!! Love you to pieces ... and thank you so much for being a part of this wonderful group!
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mytime6630 wrote: »time2change1111 wrote: »
Plans for tonight to keep busy and avoid snacking: clean pantry out and chuck out ‘junk’ food.
Good start 👍👍
Great start!! That is what I plan on doing today .... get rid of the last of the junk food!
@murdog3t -- what is IF eating???
IF is intermittent fasting
I fast for 20-21 hrs and eat in my window which is 1-3 hrs2 -
January 2nd:
-Go shopping for the week 👍
-Clean the kitchen 👍
-Finish all laundry 👍
-Iron 👍
-Walk 30 mins 👎
January 3rd:
-Get to the gym
-Walk 30 mins
-Stay in the green3
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