Mission Slimpossible - May 2021 Team Chat
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Good Morning Everyone!
I always like the prospect of waking up to a brand new day. We have a clean slate and it's up to us to do something great with it. I always start out really well but then make some dumb choice and almost sabotage the whole day. I am going to be more intentional today.
I went for that walk at the mall yesterday and went to the library to do some reading and writing. I made some hamburger patties up and my hubby cooked on the grill. They were delicious. I will probably have a patty with a salad today for one of my meals. I will hit that mall again today because it's too hot to walk outside. Let's go get it!!2 -
@vegan4lyfe2012 I'm glad you found the revival helpful. And that's great that going back to the office will help you. For me, I'm not looking forward to going back because of the vending machines, the cafe, and the stuff people bring in. Since I'm not vegan, I can eat any and all of these things, and these items are a real pitfall. I hope the visit with the surgeon goes well! Hugs to you!
@TeresaW1020 I love jellyfish, too! I did not track my lunch before I ate it, I should have! I usually pre-track all my meals but since I wasn't sure what I was going to get, I didn't track lunch that day. I can't wait to see your puzzle when it's done!
@TwistedSassette True! Oh dear about the football bet lol. I'd have a hard time of staying out of those, too! Way to get in your steps! Those are good goals for today. I can see why you are concerned about your BIL. How is your sister taking all of this? Get it off your chest, better that than eating over it, right?
@laurelfit57 Your salads sound great and healthy. Yay for a shopping day with Mom and not getting a blizzard!
@krea4 Welcome back, Kath!
Hi all. I had a frustrating day yesterday, I spent a good portion of it calling companies about a home repair we need and at first, I was calling the wrong type of company. When I realized the correct type, I had trouble finding someone that would do the job (it's a small job). I'm still on the hunt today. The good news is that I didn't eat over it.
50 Day Commitment:
1) Track every day using WW app ✅
2) Workout at least once a week (it's a start!) ✅
3) No unplanned sugar ✅
My phrase for the year: CHANGE HAPPENS1 -
Username:@leonadixon
PW 4/27:223.1
Check in weight (5/4/2021): 222.7
Check in weight (5/11/2021):223.3
Check in weight (5/18/2021):224.7
Check in weight (5/25):22225.3
The creep is starting again! June just has to be better. I commit to making more of an effort to staying in calorie and doing some form of exercise daily for the whole month of June. I have a wedding to attend at the end of July! I would like to fit into a dress I already have rather than need to get a new one! We shall see.
Happy Hump Day all!
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You have another member joining your team .......Please welcome @Lulu_jo
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Username: GabiV125
Check in day: Wednesday
PW: 130.3
CW:130.2
My pink eye cleared out and I’m borderline terrified for next month. June is the busiest month at work and after the year we had I’m exhausted starting it, so we’ll see how I will crawl from it.
It’s cicadas season here - the 17 year brood- with sidewalks covered and so much noise, I couldn’t talk on the phone. The only little blessing is that my dog is not interested.
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Hey @krea4 Welcome back Kath!
@laurelfit57 Your plan sounds good and that's a great idea with the salads too, to add your own dressing so you're in control.
@askewcr Acting intentionally is definitely a noble pursuit! Having the burger pattie with salad is a nice idea
@trooworld Thanks for the supportive words! Somehow my sister seems fine, though I have encouraged her to talk to a counsellor too, even if only to find out how she can best support her husband through it.
Sorry about the home repair debacle! It's hard to find people to do small jobs isn't it! I hope you find a solution soon.
@leonadixon Sending hugs
@Lulu_jo Welcome!!
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Yesterday was not great for me.
I did ok until I got home from work. Hubby was feeling tired so he decided that we'd order food instead of cook food we already have, so that's always high calorie and high sodium. My sister came for a visit which was nice, but meant no time for exercise. I still finished the day with a deficit, but I feel sluggish and yuck.
I did not do well with my goals for yesterday, though I did only eat one Kit Kat so that's a win.
My goals for today are:
1. 7,000 steps
2. Do not overindulge at morning tea
3. Work out and meditate in the evening
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2021 Word: PEACE
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Welcome back @krea4 !
@askewcr I so whole heartedly agree with you, I love mornings when every thing is planned out and all possibilities are in front of you!
@trooworld glad you figured out before hand before you hired the wrong person for the job. It seems that anything to do with any type of home renovations or landscaping is booked so far out, glad for them, but not for those needing their services!
@leonadixon hmmm.... this last week seems to be more of a huge leap than a creep😂
welcome @Lulu_jo !
@GabiV125 I had to look up what cicadas were, google said they only come out every 17 years, is that true!? So glad your dog isn't interested!
@TwistedSassette I am always amazed at how incredibly high the sodium content is in take out food! I'm glad you were able to visit with your sister, that is important:)!
@TeresaW1020 I have to tell you I am so glad I copied your Weight Goal Title.
It was announced here that within about six weeks our restrictions should be loosened up enough that we can go on a road trip to see my brother and his family that we havent' seen in almost 2 years! I really do need to get back in to my summer clothes! I was out running around today and didn't think it was going to take me as long as it did so I didn't pack a snack. About 3 p.m. I was going through Walmart, hungry, when I was thinking I should buy a little snack, but I just kept thinking "Keep your eye on the prize!". I resisted and made it home for some fruit and cottage cheese, so I thank you for that @teresaw2010 !!
I did my morning work out and dog training:)
Goal Weight Challenge: Keep my eye on the prize!
Track & Eat Within Macro Ranges
No snacking after 8
No unplanned sugar
No junk snacks
Exercise 5 x weekly
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Hey all! I just signed up for June, my first challenge. I started my journey January 15th, 2021 at 277lbs. I just hit 50lbs lost. Yay! Really looking forward to this challenge, as my weight loss has started to slow a bit. I have 68 more pounds to lose and my goal is to get there by the end of the year (117lbs total).4
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@leonadixon It sounds like you have a good plan to get the creep to stop. Good luck and good focus!
@GabiV125 I'm glad your pink eye is gone. That's painful.
@TwistedSassette That's a good idea for your sister to talk to someone. I'm sure she's got a lot she's not saying. It's super hard to find someone to do this job, we want someone licensed and insured, and apparently, that's asking a lot! Thanks. You are amazing, you ate takeout, and your sister visited and you still managed a deficit! Woo hoo! And you only ate one Kit Kat??? You rock!
@laurelfit57 That's true, that's a good point. Yeah, it's super tough right now to get help. That's great you are going to see your brother and his family.
@Lulo_jo Welcome and congrats on your 50 lb loss, that's fantastic! What has been the number one thing that helped you to get to a 50 lb weight loss?
Hi all. Not much going on here. The ground beef we were supposed to use for dinner last night was bad. Normally that would mean we would order delivery food but last night, we decided to make a 2-ingredient dough pizza instead. What a victory!
50 Day Commitment:
1) Track every day using WW app ✅
2) Workout at least once a week (it's a start!) ✅
3) No unplanned sugar ✅
My phrase for the year: CHANGE HAPPENS
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I love that quote about it being a slow process but quitting won't speed it up! I will ponder that one today. It's so true and if we can grasp it, we won't give up on this journey. I have another graduation celebration today and I'm trying to make my plan not to sabotage myself. I can do it! I can do it!1
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@trooworld I think all the times I've tried before I was too restrictive on what I was eating and would give up a few weeks in. This time I'm sticking to my calorie goal but still enjoying the foods I like with some healthy modifications... For example making my own personal sized pizza at home. I also found that I love lifting. It's made huge changes in my body already.3
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Another new member heading your way .. Please welcome @katiefoley8725 3
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leonadixon wrote: »Username:@leonadixon
PW 4/27:223.1
Check in weight (5/4/2021): 222.7
Check in weight (5/11/2021):223.3
Check in weight (5/18/2021):224.7
Check in weight (5/25):22225.3
The creep is starting again! June just has to be better. I commit to making more of an effort to staying in calorie and doing some form of exercise daily for the whole month of June. I have a wedding to attend at the end of July! I would like to fit into a dress I already have rather than need to get a new one! We shall see.
Happy Hump Day all!
I didn't realize there were so many "2"s! @broncobuddee this should be 225.3 in case you didn't catch my craziness! 2 -
Hi everyone! Thanks for letting me join this group 💕3
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@vegan4lyfe2012 - glad you are back on here and feeling better. Hope you got the OK on your shoulder!
@TeresaW1020 - can't wait to see your puzzle!
@TwistedSassette - that does not sound good about your BIL. Your sister is lucky to have you supporting her.
A warm welcome New Members!
@laurelfit57 - I'd love to have a day of shopping and a blizzard at 93! Sounds great!
@askewcr - I can still hear a smile in all of your posts and it brightens my day.
@trooworld- did you find someone for your home repair? Kudos to you for inventing suppers and skipping take out two nights in a row!
@leonadixon - there are waaaaaaaaaaaay too many 2s in your weight this week- typo! I know you can stop the creep and fit into that dress.
@GabiV125 - I'm glad the pink eye is gone and will be thinking of you as you make your way through a busy month at work. I hear that people are eating the cicadas for protein.... maybe you could have a grill out this weekend?
@Lulu_jo - Congrats on losing 50!
Well, I cut up all the veggies earlier this week, then promptly forgot about them. When I remembered, I moved them to eye level in the fridge. I'm about to go make a nice stir fry for lunch. Yesterday, I procrastinated, missed my cardio work out. I tried to make up for it by swimming in the evening. I did some laps and water walking and then some floating to relax. I enjoyed it! Overall, I'm pleased with what I was able to improve this week and that is what I will build on next week.
We are not doing much for the long weekend, so I don't anticipate any big pitfalls. We will grill out a bit. As long as I don't turn that into a celebration feast, it will be fine.
Anyone have any events they need to stay strong for this weekend?
I'm wishing you all {{{SKINNY VIBES}}}}} ....and I could use some for my weigh in tomorrow if you wouldn't mind.
Lisa
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@GabiV125 - I'm glad the pink eye is gone and will be thinking of you as you make your way through a busy month at work. I hear that people are eating the cicadas for protein.... maybe you could have a grill out this weekend?
Thank you for the kind support Lisa, but I’ll pass in the protein suggestion 😁. There are plenty of supplies though- bleh 🤢.
See the picture I took last night under a tree, 2ft from the sidewalk.
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@TwistedSassette KitKats are soooo tasty! I would have a hard time staying out of them too. Good job on getting in your 7000 steps! Yeah, I can see how you are very concerned about your BIL and your sister. Hopefully, he won’t spiral out of control and stay on his meds. I will keep you all in my prayers.
@laurelfit57 Yes!! We are going to hit our goal this year and celebrate maintenance together! Please take any ideas that will work for you. I certainly didn’t invent them! That is awesome that you took your mom shopping and resisted a Blizzard. You go, girl!!! And yes it’s true about the 17-year cicadas. I had to deal with them years ago when I lived in Texas. Terrifying!! 
@krea4 Hey, welcome back Kath!! It’s great to have you back on the team.
@leonadixon Having a goal to be in the dress in July is a good way to help you stay mindful. Why don’t you take a picture of the dress and put it in your kitchen or somewhere that you will see often.
@GabiV125 Ugghhh where do you live? I hate the cicadas and I’ve been worried they are going to show up here in GA but so far I haven’t seen or heard them. Fingers are crossed!!
@Lulu_jo Welcome to the team!! Congrats on losing 50 pounds! That is incredible and with determination and commitment to yourself you will get the rest of the weight off.
@trooworld Good job on making the pizza instead of ordering out! Have you ever made calzones with 2-ingredient dough? I’m thinking of trying that with Fathead. Could be fun!
@katiefoley8725 Welcome to the team! Just jump right in and make yourself at home. We will move over to our June thread in the next couple of days and everyone will post introductions so you can get to know us better and we can get to know you.
@Cornanda Mmmm I love a good stir-fry! I discovered G Hughes sauces which are sugar-free and so tasty. I love the teriyaki and sweet chili sauces. Have you tried them? He also has really good BBQ and a wing sauce too. I don't have any plans this weekend so being good with my eating shouldn't be a problem.
Hi Team! I was so busy yesterday that I totally forgot to come here and post! Today I went to my staff meeting and got both buildings clean, so I don’t have to go in tomorrow. I’ve been researching and listening to a lot of podcasts with this guy Marty Kendall about something he calls Data-Driven Fasting. It’s all about testing blood sugar to determine when to eat. It’s a whole thing and you can look it up if you’re interested. There is a 30-day challenge that costs $37 that starts on June 5th. I figure if nothing else it will keep me mindful for an entire month on my eating and I just might learn something really interesting about my body. Tonight, I’m eating Mexican for dinner tomorrow with my ladies Bible study. I’m going to try to behave since I have a weigh-in in the morning!
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@GabiV125 ---- I would not eat those. That is a mess for sure!
@TeresaW1020 - thanks for the reminder about those sauces. I think I tried them many moons ago and it's time to check it out again.2 -
@Lulu_jo Wow, congrats on your success so far! That's amazing! I love that you've done it in such a sustainable way too, still enjoying the foods you like - that means you're really making lifestyle changes which is what I'm definitely aiming for myself!
@trooworld Look at all your green ticks adding up, how great is that! We totally would have ordered delivery food if the meat was bad too lol. Good on you for making a better choice!
@Katie43210 Welcome aboard!
@Cornanda Sounds like you've had a much better week, I'm glad to hear it. That's a great approach, building on a solid foundation each week. Go you!!
@GabiV125 OMG!! That is whooooole lot of cicadas! We have a mouse plague in our state at the moment which is bad enough. Makes you wonder what's going on in the world doesn't it!
@TeresaW1020 That's interesting about the data-driven fasting. I feel like you'd need a constant glucose monitor or your fingertips would be very sore! Let us know how it works out for you.
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Well, I overindulged a little bit at the morning tea, but not as bad as it could have been. Bigger problem eating the leftover scones in the afternoon. But still I had a deficit (thanks to the Turbo Fire video I did) so I can't complain too much. I know I can do better than this, it's frustrating when I sabotage myself.
I did get all the steps in, and meditated for a few minutes before bed, so all in all it wasn't a bad day. I didn't even eat any Kit Kats lol.
My goals for today are:
1. 7,000 steps
2. Work out and meditate in the evening
3. Eat two serves of fruit
~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~Goals for May:
2021 Word: PEACE
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Finally caught up on reading all the posts. I was a little behind.
Welcome to all the newbies. It's always nice to add some new members to the great group we already have.
@Cornanda and @GabiV125 you could have a new weightloss strategy there. The thought of eating cicadas made my stomach churn and the visual really brought it home 🤢
Like many others I've been struggling and need to reset. I've been riding my stationary bike almost daily since the start of Covid and I think the repetition is doing some damage. It took falling off my bike (my real one, not stationary) to notice how out of wack my body is. I've been doing lots of stretching, foam rolling and some light strength training so hopefully that will be enough to make up for the cardio I'm no longer able to do. On the bright side I haven't gained any weight (yet).3 -
Still a newbie here but wanted to jump in ahead of my weigh in day tomorrow morning. What a great active group this is: exactly what I know I need to be successful.
Been having a really tough time at work. I applied for a summer position with a school in my district and they didn't hire me, but the part that's getting to me is that I applied to the job posting and the job closed. Then they sent me a notice that they were re-posting the job but my application was still in consideration. They didn't want me so much that if I was an option they needed to get more options for the job and even told me as much. Ouch. It has really been eating at my self-confidence.
My highest weight was 232 and I lost most of what I wanted to from Christmas 2017 to August 2018. I've been maintaining under 150 since then, but I'd really like to get a bit lower but I don't have a number in mind. I'm kind of just testing the waters to see where this goes. Is that a bad thing? I know I'm not happy here but I don't know where I will be happy or at least content.
Thanks for letting me join. Can't wait to get into the swing of things with everyone.
Today's goals were:
Morning physical activity (done).
Stay under my calorie goal (still good right now, but evenings are my nemesis).3 -
I didn't do too badly with my eating today but did not get that walk in. The graduation was nice and not too hot. I didn't tell my niece nor my brother that I was coming and they were so happy to see me. My brother has a prosthesis and had it on and actually stood up! I haven't seen him stand up in four years. That made my day. Sometimes you have to take a step back and examine what makes you happy or gives you joy. Seeing him stand up is right up there at the top of my list! Blessings to you all!!4
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I'm a couple days behind but wanted to drop in and say hi. I've been cleaning and gardening like mad, I think I have the garden pretty much done for my friend's visit and the house is just about there, just need to shop and do last-minute stuff. One of the fields at the food bank farm flooded on my watch and someone came and left the gate unlocked but thank goodness neither was my fault as far as I know. The second round of breast imaging was done yesterday, they scared me saying there was a mass in the first mammogram but it was gone for the second so it's all good.
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I also am behind, and am checking in toi say hello. I'll catch up on jmessages n the morning. Right now I am off to finish up steps for the day!
I stuck with my pre-planned good-for-me diet today, despite wanting sugar-y treats. I left them at the store when I went shopping. Phew!
🟢 Food on plan (Dr F) & tracked
⚪10 K steps - close! am about to go work on finishing!
🟢 NO unplanned dried fruit/nuts
🟢 45+ min cardio
🟢Post to group & Tracker
🟡BONUS note: 56% of the way towards my weekly FitRockr challenge goal; I need to add some workout time the next 2 days3 -
Username:davors19
Weigh in day: Friday
PW: 268
CW: 267.5
LTD: 32.56 -
Hi all and welcome
Username davidji82
Weigh In Day:Friday
PW:232.3
CW:230.14 -
Struggling with motivation! And snacking 😫 weight in on Sunday not holding much hope for this week as at bbq tomorrow too much tempting food about 🙄 what's everyone's quickest filling low cal meals please?? 🙌 thankyou.3
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Username:TeresaW1020
Weigh in week: Week 4
Weigh in day: Friday
PW: 184.3
CW: 183.5
LTD: 80.9
Month: +1.7
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@askewcr Yes, I often post these things with myself in mind lol but I also want you all to appreciate them, too. That's wonderful that your brother was able to stand up.
@Lulu_jo Those sound like changes that you can stick to for a lifetime, that's great! I think it's important that whatever we choose to do is something we can do for a lifestyle, not diet-type thinking. No matter what it is, as long as you think you can do it forever and it feels right, that's great. I also don't restrict myself. Sometimes I do need to restrict myself but don't and I get into trouble lol.
@Katie43210 Welcome, Katie! What kind of foods do you like? Here are some of my favorite healthy recipes:
Firecracker Chickpea Meatballs (vegetarian)(257 cals) - https://www.connoisseurusveg.com/chickpea-meatballs/
Feel-Good Fall Salad (I add protein and usually use bottled dressing)(346 cals) - https://www.gimmesomeoven.com/feel-good-fall-salad/
Chinese Green Beans with Ground Turkey (272 cals) - http://wearychef.com/asian-greenbean-turkey-ricebowl/
Crispy Cheddar Chicken with Cream Sauce (337 cals) - http://www.emilybites.com/2018/05/crispy-cheddar-chicken-with-cream-sauce.html
Classic Minestrone Soup (260 cals) - https://www.ambitiouskitchen.com/minestrone-soup-recipe/
Chickpea, Avocado, & Feta Salad (369 cals) - https://www.twopeasandtheirpod.com/chickpea-avocado-feta-salad/
Chicken, Feta Cheese, and Sun-Dried Tomato Wraps (324 cals) - http://allrecipes.com/Recipe/Chicken-Feta-Cheese-and-Sun-Dried-Tomato-Wraps/Detail.aspx
California Roasted Sweet Potato Kale Salad (330 cals) - https://www.ambitiouskitchen.com/sweet-potato-kale-salad/
The Ultimate Fruit, Cheese & Nut Salad - https://www.ambitiouskitchen.com/ultimate-fruit-cheese-nut-salad/
@Cornanda Well...every window company I have called does not do repairs, only replacements. I called contractors at first and nobody wanted to touch the job since it is small. I had called a windows and doors contractor a few months ago and got a quote to replace the window and I *think* I've got my husband on board finally to replace not repair. So, we'll see! Thanks for asking! That was a good idea to move the cut-up veggies to eye level. Ooh stir fry! Yum! That's good you aren't anticipating any pitfalls. We are going to my brother-in-law's apartment and they wanted us to bring ribs. We are bringing those and I decided to make myself a chicken breast and bring a salad because I know they will have stuff I should probably stay away from (mac and cheese, baked beans, dessert!). (((( SKINNY VIBES )))) for your weigh-in tomorrow!
@GabiV125 Ugh! I would freak out. Luckily they aren't here in SoCal.
@TeresaW1020 Thanks. I have not made calzones but I want to. It could be fun! Speaking of fun, have fun at Mexican tonight. Good luck!
@TwistedSassette Yes! I do love some delivery food...just sayin' lol. It is frustrating when we self-sabotage. I hate when I do that. But at least you still had a deficit. Yay for no Kit Kats and good self-care!
@Jactop Do take care of yourself. I'm sorry you are struggling, I get it, I am too a bit.
@Kinalau It is an active group! It is painful, changing jobs or looking for a new job. It hurts the self-esteem. I remember the sting of rejection when I was looking for a job. I'm sorry they rejected you. It's not a bad thing to test the waters in weight loss. I think that is how we grow. Congrats on your weight loss so far, woo hoo!
@Katmary71 Is your friend coming this weekend? I hope you have a wonderful time!
@AustinRuadhain Great NSV, not getting into the not-so-good-for-you stuff!
@davors19 @davidji82 @TeresaW1020 Congrats on the losses!
Hi all. Sorry for the long post. If you are still reading, thank you! I had a so-so day yesterday. I got into some snacks we have here (they are healthy, but still!). We almost had another incident of ordering delivery food: the meat I defrosted for dinner was not good, but we stopped and got new meat so it was all good. Looking forward to the weekend.
50 Day Commitment:
1) Track every day using WW app ✅
2) Workout at least once a week (it's a start!) ✅
3) No unplanned sugar ✅
My phrase for the year: CHANGE HAPPENS4 -
@davors19 @davidji82 @TeresaW1020 nice losses!
@Katie43210 I cut up fresh carrot medallions and keep them in a container with a clear lid so it's the first thing I see when I open my fridge. Munching on a few carrots usually deters me from getting into something else.
@trooworld good save on the dinner again and thanks for the recipes. I'm going to try a few
@Kinlau Wow! What an inspiring weightloss and maintenance. I wonder the same thing about not having a number in mind. My process has been to make small healthy improvements that will hopefully result in weightloss but feel like I can't control what the final number will be. My goal weight is where I end up when I've done everything I'm willing to do.
In regards to your job, my daughter just got turned down for a permanent position that her supervisor encouraged her to apply for. Not only is she already doing the job but she has to train the new hire. Yesterday she was offered her dream job in another department. If she had gotten the first position she would've missed out on something better. Sometimes things happen the way they do for a reason.
@TeresaW1020 nice loss this week. I did some research on Data Driven Fasting and it sounds interesting. Let us know how it goes. Our weights have been neck and neck for a while now. I'm less then a lb behind you this week so that will keep me on my toes lol. Thanks for the inspiration
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