Shape up with the Daily HEET!

happygirl518

Hi Heeters, thanks for sharing Julie, Red Delicious is always my first choice....glad to know I'm doing well in my selection.

Small acheivement but waist is down 4 inches today. Not really my time yet to measure but was nothing a looser waistband and thought we'll just check it out, and ta dahhhhhhhh. Its the little things that mean alot!!!

Can't believe this month is over within hours. Look how far we've come Heeters (the original gang), and we're growing and so glad for all our newbie sistahs. Let DH brag a bit on himself this morning he said since I began my journey he has lost 23 lbs., said he didn't want to say anything to discourage me. I blew him off, and said, Yeah life is great to be a guy, you men have it easy, no pms, no mamograms, :bigsmile: , and metabolism we women would die for. I said, its a known fact you lose twice as much that's just the gift you were given. Then I gave him a hug and told him how truly happy I was for him and he feels so much better. I am sure it was not all my great meals, losing his father the way he did in Nov. has been hard but he is a smoker and has medical problems and the weight doesn't help any, so I am glad to see him feeling better in a healthy way

How much is your new lifestyle effecting your family? Are they more active, losing weight and getting in the journey with you, making wiser choices, asking you healthy food related questions, or about portions, or calories burned? I have in the last week gotten a lot of interest from people that are adapting and accepting what I am doing for myself~kinda neat and I like that they are taking an interest for their health sake especially. We have no idea the Seeds we are Sowing!!!!! Plant your seeds and watch them grow :flowerforyou:

bbl Debbie

Cindysunshine

Debbie, My husband is on this new lifestyle journey with me. he has lost 35 pounds so far. My 10 year old dd is also eating healthy foods. My neighbors see me walk every night. I have 3 sets of neighbors who have started walking and told me I'm their motivator. It feels great to motivate others! :bigsmile: :bigsmile: :bigsmile: Cindy

happygirl518

Cindy so good to hear from you. Kudos to the hubby that is terrific news. And just look at you, inspiring those neighbors, that is awesome. I spoke briefly once of having neighbors get involved and form exercise groups and have a block party mid summer with all the kids, but I realize not all neighborhoods are ideal for that sort of thing, but would be fun. My neighborhood has alot of elderly that are mostly shut in, and what able bodied few their are I don't think you could tie a rope to and drag out of their "comfort zones".

Just the same its nice when the ones we love the most are benefiting as well from our lead and think of the wonderful examples we are setting for our children. I don't want my daughter kayleigh to know the pain of being overweight, nor the lack of self-esteem. She really loves walking with me, bike riding, swimming and I encourage them in her as I know it benefits her in so many ways. She looks as forward to our walks and time together as I do and I am glad I am setting this example now while she is young and still finds it cool to hang with mom, I know my days are numbered :laugh:

Thank you for sharing and again, proud of you and your hubby, keep up the great job!!!:flowerforyou: :drinker:
Debbie
gotta run and get my girl and go walking!!

Cindysunshine

Debbie, I love your daughters name. How old is she? My Avery is 10 years old. I also have Elisabeth who is 18 months. I also love that my daughters see me exercise and love that exercise. Avery loves to walk with me. Our pool will open April 15'th and I can't wait to get the girls and I swimming. I never remember my parents putting an empasis on eating healthy foods and exercise. I wish I had. You are doing a great sevice to your daughter. She must see her mom as a strong ,dedicated woman. You are setting a great example! Cindy

lucyfan2009

Hi everyone,

Today...I totally blew it...I don't know what happened! Stress maybe I'm not sure...anyway...there you have it.:sad:

Honestly I don't what to write. I am feeling like an idiot and like I've completely fallen off the wagon. My only good thing I think is that I actually did some walking today.

Julie - I like the APRIL thing...it seems that I might be able to do that. Anyway, I'm sorry. I gotta go, I've got homework to do, my midterm is due for 2 classes.

Where did my gumption go???

Lucy

happygirl518

Good Evening Heeters, Kayleigh and I did our walk after school, just on the path we walk alone, for the month of march I have walked 21, 870 steps, just over 10 mile for the month. Hope to double that in April!!!!! And I'm not foolin :bigsmile:

Cindy thank you so much for the compliment, and to answer your question Kayleigh is 9., she will turn 10 in November. We are extremely close and she has been such a blessing, in ways I can't even begin to tell you.

So how is everyone doing this evening? Where is everyone?

bbl Debbie

Cindysunshine

Debbie, My daughter Avery's b-day is November 19th. Congrats on your walking accomplishment! I know you can double it ! Cindy :flowerforyou:

Cindysunshine

Lucy, We all have bad days. You did not blow it! You had a little hicup thats all. Think of it this way. If you forgot to brush your teeth one day would you decide to go a few days or weeks until you brushed them again? NO! You would get back into that bathroom and brush those teeth as soon as you could. Please dont let this derail you. You are doing so well. Right now your stressed over your midterms. That will do it. Just drink lots of water and get moving when you have time. Tomorrow is a new day. :flowerforyou: Cindy

blackchick38

hey there guys,how is everyone doing.my computer didnt crash , i did.well im fine now and its a long borring story.debbie thank you for emailing me lots of time,it means a whole lot to me.and thank you all for missing me,i missed you guys also.during my MIA i maintained my good habits,and can feel and see results,julie are we starting a new thread tomorrow?i will have to catch up where is left which is a whole lot..my house is in a terrible mess and will probaly take a few days to get it back in order ,but i will be here .off to do some chores will be back later.cindy what a nice pic.
bebe

LilWaterBug

Yay!!!!! Bebe is back!!! Good grief!! I missed you girl! We all did! Is everything alright? I hope you're doing well. Glad to hear you continued with good eating habits. Pull yourself together and we'll be here for you if you need some extra support. And yes, I'm starting a new thread. I will probably start it tonight just so it's ready and waiting for any early birds.

Now, if we could only get Wonderland back...I hope all is well in her world.

I have had a crazy day today and am whipped. Mentally.

Lucy, sorry to hear about your Gumption but I found it right beside me. Let me know when you want it back and I'll send Express. It's bound to happen to all of us at one point or another. Don't beat yourself up. Just start back slowly. A good breakfast or a healthy lunch. Shoot for at least one healthy meal a day then start working your way back in. And like Cindy said, don't forget that water. It's so important.

Toni, I'm glad they found the cause of your headaches but how scary! What do they do for bulging disks? Surgery? Dang, I'm wishing you the best. Seriously, High-Five for getting your walk in through your pain! And a Pug puppy. How cute are they???

Cindy needs a special honorary title or something, maybe like Team Cheerleader or something. Can't think of anything right now because my brain cells are mush I'll let you know when I do.

Debbie will be our Motivational Expert. Yes, my efforts are growing on DH. He's thinking of taking up his walking again this summer. He was in such good shape a couple years ago and more importantly was sleeping better. Like I said, he's already thin but he got really FIT and it did him a world of good. Awesome work on your walking and you Aint Foolin when you say you can double it! I Know It!

I do have an April goal. I want to break the 10 pound mark. So, for April, I need to lose at least 4 to meet it but 5 to break it. I think it's doable so I'm going for it and that's my public announcement.

Where is Hazel? I sent you the invite to the Motivational Spreadsheet about an hour ago. But, like I said last night, if it's easier, just take some notes from the earlier thread and keep track at home.

I haven't updated anything for myself yet. I need to do that but I want to get off here for a bit and fix dinner. Just leftovers for DH that need to be reheated. I think I'll have some scallops tonight and a frozen veggie. Need to go soak the scallops to thaw because I forgot to pull them out of the freezer.

I'll check back a little later...

Julie

happygirl518

Bebe, how funny we were obviously posting at the same time and when I was done, There You Were!!!!:smooched: So glad your back, and yes, you've missed a bit, but no problemo....go back to page 11 and go to where you see Julie's Point Challenge, its a new month, APRIL and we are going to earn motivational points throughout the month to inspire and motivate us to keep on keepin on!!!!

Lots of valuable information and then tomorrow Julie is starting a new Thread, so don't post here, look for the new thread under Motivation and Support and we will begin anew!!!! I think this is great.....it keeps us all focusing on moving closer to our goals and we can close one chapter and begin again, new month, new mindset, new attitude, new goals, new discoveries, new celebrations, Let's get this party started............OH Julie..........got everybody huddled, having a pep rally for our launch of April's Challenge!!!!!! come on everyone.....Bebe's in the house, Cindy's in the House, Hazel's in the House, Debbie's in the House, Waiting for Wonderland with Open Arms, Toni's in the House......We are family, I got all my Sisters with me, We are family, come on everybody Sing............It's my party and I'll cry if I want to ....cry if I want to...cry if I want to......She works hard for the money, so hard for it honey, she works hard for the money, so you better treat her right......got the music in my head....

bbl Debbie :drinker: :laugh: :laugh: :bigsmile: :bigsmile:

LilWaterBug

Debbie, you and I were posting at the same time...See above thread...Did I say Motivational Leader? Surely I was mistaken. Not Youuuuuuu!!!! :laugh: :laugh:

happygirl518

Ain't no River wide enough, Ain't no Valley low enough, Ain't no Mountain high enough, to Keep me from Gettin to You Girl.....Lucy Lucy Lucy......its gonna be okay.....forgive yourself girlfriend, you just had a party, was enjoying the reunion of friends, stress of school and test to study for and things on the back burner for what was most important to you as a hostess, and girl ya gotta let it go.......Tomorrow is a new day, a new month, new focus....

I'm not a quitter and I'm not givin up on ONE SISTAH.......WE'RE IN IT TO WIN IT!!!!! So stop the stinkin thinkin girlfriend and pull yourself up, dust yourself off, and with all us behind you, you can never fail.
Good for you walking.......keep up the good work...it will pay off....guaranteed!!!!!!

Motivational Expert............ummmm.... , kinda catchy.......okay....I can dig it :laugh:
Julie that's great hubby is gonna maybe take up walking......glad our men are getting the hang of what we are doing......It's a Wonderful Life......Love you all ....

bbl Debbie

blackchick38

back again ,i still havent had time to read the post as yet will get there shortly.
debbie you are so inspiring you have fire under my but and i have a big bubbly butt,im ready as ready can be,i admire your energy
julie great when the other half joins ya hey?my BF went to the doc on mon and in a way i was glad they told him his blood pressure is up a bit,i really needed the company to go walking in the early mornings,its so scary for women to walk alone early am's.
im so geared up for april hope to drop at least 6lbs and i know that i will.
will be back after did din,did anyone took any before photos?
lata sisters

LilWaterBug

OMG!!! I Juuuuussssstttttt eeeeked it out today!! I've got 5 calories to spare! Whew!!! It was the pear I ate for my snack today that I forgot about :blushing:

I spent the past couple of hours working on the spreadsheet trying to get Debbie's serving information in to "comments' but I don't like the way that sheet is handling them. Little short ones are fine but too much information and they get all wigged out. I'm still playing with it and will tell you what I've done when I get done.

I'm off for the night. I need to shower and go read. I'm going to post our new thread. Whoever posts first in the morning please use that one.

Here's to a brand new month and brand new HEETers!!! Let's Go Get 'Em Girls!!! :drinker: :drinker: :drinker:

happygirl518

hey everyone, I know its late but wanted anyone that may still check in tonight to know I emailed Wonderland and she will be back soon., she wishes you all well in your journeys. I will explain more later, but do keep her in your prayers.
have a good night everyone, and go heeters, Spring Challenge is just hours away!!!!!

Debbie

hazelmichling

Debbie, what an inspiration you are to all of us. Keep up the good work of walking and sticking to it. And, I want to thank you for all the quotes and great music you have for us. I may not be adding much but you bet, I will be reading.

Off to the gym.

TTFN. Have a blessed day.

hazelmichling

Bebe! So glad to see you back. Oh you don't know how happy I am to know all is well with you. Welcome home, babe!

Keep positive and let's get gooing!

I am off for my work out at the gym now. It's a new month and I got to stay positive and keep focused on my goals.

The gals all have been so encouraging and have great things to share so I am happy you are back.

All others, I love you too...;.. Cindy, Julie, Lucy, Debbie, Toni and all the rest. You are my Sisters and I love you.

happygirl518

Hazel just wanted to remind you to go to Motivation and Support and then look for Julie's new April Thread she has started for the group.

Didn't want you to miss out!!!! Healthy wishes, Debbie

happygirl518

:laugh: :happy: :happy: :laugh: :happy: :laugh: :happy: :laugh: Anyone stopping by, go back to msg. boards and look for April Thread!!!!

We're waiting to see you, and thank you for your interest and we'd love to have you join the group!!!

The Heeters!!!!!

:drinker: :drinker: :drinker:

hazelmichling

HELP! I don't believe I cannot understand what is this new Thread we are talking about. I went to Motivation and support and couldn't find you. Can someone hold my hand and help me to find you, please! I couldn't find the spreadsheet too. am I so helpless? OMG. God help me!

Cindysunshine

Hazel, Click recent posts at the top of the page. I just posted in the new thread. It will be under recent posts.