February Chat
Wooken3
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When did it all start?
There are various theories on the origin of Valentine's Day, but the most popular dates back to the time of the Roman Empire during the reign of Claudius II, 270 AD. Claudius didn't want men to marry during wartime because he believed single men made better soldiers. Bishop Valentine went against his wishes and performed secret wedding ceremonies. For this, Valentine was jailed and then executed by order of the Emperor on February 14. While in jail, he wrote a love note to the jailor's daughter signing it, "From your Valentine." Sound familiar?
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Happy February!! I'm off on my first bike ride of the month. Got off to a slow start in January and had to peddle like a wild women to make the goal. And with February being a short month _:ohwell: _ there are no days to waste. :bigsmile:0
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Oh, I love that story!0
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Interesting! I love history!0
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Hi All, Wanted to share a NSV I had today.
Met friends for dinner out and ordered a Chicken Chimichanga and a to-go box to be brought to the table with the food. I got a side-ways look from my buddies, but then again they always look at me like that. When the food arrived, half went directly into the box while the other half went into me. _:laugh:_
Usually I try to eat only half, sometimes I do...other times I don't. _:ohwell: _ But Macayo's food is so good that I knew there would be no stopping. _:noway: _
And now that I've actually box-up half the food before eating without suffering public shame, _:blushing: _ it will be so much easier to do the next time.0 -
Love the history lesson. I've actually never heard that story before.
Great NSV Wooken. Getting the take home box initially makes it much easier. I USED TO do that.
Must start doing it again.
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Super Bowl is now history! But I'll be working off the party food for the next few day. :laugh:
My NSV today was 1) I didn't drink alcohol and 2) I earned 888 exercise calories for the party. As I sat watching the game and stuffing my face, I realized how very different my eating habit was this year vs. last year. Don't get me wrong, I ate chips, dips, sloppy joes on white bread, as well as many other not so wonderful - but very tasty - foods. And didn't have a moment of guilt while doing so. :bigsmile:
Four months with MFP has taught me you can pig out on Super Bowl Sunday but yet stay on track to lose weight :drinker: Just like most things in life, all that is required is a little advance planning.0 -
Hubby spent the afternoon and evening with a friend watching the game. I stayed home and made him his favorite Honey Wheat Banana Bread in the breadmaker. Then I made myself a batch of gluten free chocolate brownies (LOL). Also did some laundry, but generally relaxed, enjoyed starting a new crochet project and watching the birds. A relaxing day, really.0
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Really like that NSV! And- wouldn't it be great if all restaurants offered two sizes when your ordered, appetizer (usually enough) and full size?0
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:smooched: Wooken - great job and the take out box at the beginning! I do that also....and most times it will be hubby's meal....as I don't want it again. Unless, its shrimp like we had today...at Cotton Patch. I didn't eat the fries that went with it -- so my chickens will get a treat!
I had a great weekend - lavishing in worship music and taking workshops on leadership skills and building relationships in our church and with those in our community.
I bought a couple of new books too -- and a new Bible to give away. We went to a resale shop and I got some crystal candle sticks and some butter knives.
Feel like I need to get some Zumba in -- I've been walking a lot ...but I need to get the heart rate increased and pumpin'.
Thanks for the Valentine history summary; I'd not remembered hearing this before.
/Sherry
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Mrsmartin: Sounds like you had a wonderful weekend--good for you. I'll have to look in the library to see if I can find any DVDs on Zumba or maybe on YouTube. I hate to buy anything before I've tried it or at least know something about it. So many people do it I want to try it.
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@ gramanana: Plz let us know the link if you find some good Zumba on YouTube. :flowerforyou:
@Mrsmartin: The retreat sounds wonderful as well as the other outings. It's always nice to get away for a few day.
Look at this neat bike image I found :bigsmile:
Wish I could peddle that fast! _:laugh: _0 -
I though I learned my lesson but guess not. -:ohwell:- Instead of counting out a service of crisps, I ate directly from the sack. Image my chagrin when a few hours later, the sack was empty and I was logging 360 calories under Snacks!
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Thanks for reminding us of this mistake. Glad you have all the great biking muscle to help burn that off!! and you will.
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I make a great effort to measure out everything because I know I would do the same thing.0
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I pre-measure servings and put them in snack zip lock bags. I cannot be trusted with the whole bag!!!0
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[Posted this on the Chocolate Beast topic also...]
Last week I started working the front desk for a tax office 4-8pm and 9am-3pm on Saturday through tax season. Already knowing most of the folks in the office, it's a great way to earn some extra pocket money. However, there is food - lots of food - and it's all the bad foods that I love!
Grrrr…Guess I'll just have to pull up my Big Girl Panties and Deal!
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Wooken3: When you're working it's hard to resist all the snack food and candy that's out. Do your best!0
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Oh my! I tried to hide the bag of mm'S from me and grandson! Well, they showed their sweet round faces yesterday! We ate until they were gone! Oh, yes we enjoyed those morsels....then I slapped. H face! Why can't I control my behavior!! Ugh! Back on track with healthy eating today .
Banana ,at breakfast
snack ..portioned out triscuits
Lunch will be salad with home made honey mustard dressing
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Sometimes the journey is bumpy. The important part is to pick yourself up and keep going!! Sounds like you are doing that in style!0
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It is not what you do one time... it is about what you do almost all the time. So... no more beating yourself up!!! You had a good time with the m.n.ms... eeeeee haaaaaa!!! now it is over and today is a new day. 0
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FUNNY PHOTO and so with your comment re big girl panties!!! That is hard!!! We are having old friends over on Sunday and they are excitedly planning special home made breads and desserts to bring. We only see each other one time a year and I will not let this diet get in the way of enjoying their company or their contribution, but I will have to be CAREFUL with amounts!!! Good luck at work. Nice to have that every now and then during retirement. I think I would like that!0
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I will make some chocolate dipped venison jerky to stick into children's valentines packages. True... it is not very appealing but hopefully the novelty and fun will come across as more important. :laugh:0
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It is not what you do one time... it is about what you do almost all the time. So... no more beating yourself up!!! You had a good time with the m.n.ms... eeeeee haaaaaa!!! now it is over and today is a new day.
You are so right. We all need to remember that. Thanks.0 -
Somethings are just so wrong on so many levels!! _:explode: _A See's ad for a traditional Valentine's heart filled with chocolates, See's of course, just appeared on myfirtnesspal homepage! Life is hard enough without chocolate invading MFP too!
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I do have resolve. I've got the shop decorated with chocolate roses, and small heart boxes of chocolates, and chocolate bark. I'm able to resist these. My sister in law has the burger bar next door, she's having a valentine dinner night with steaks, baked potato, salad bar. And gift drawings....so I will de donating the candy and $25 gift certificates.
Breezy and cooler this morning...I power walked (or long walks) as I call them to fed the dogs and birds this morning. The sun is shining bright.
All have. Great weekend. Blessings to each of you.0 -
Good for you MrsMartin for showing great control. I applaud you.
Everyone else: Does anyone have an explanation for MFP calculations. I just did 2 miles of a 3 mile walk with a Leslie Sansone Walk Strong DVD (34 minutes) and burned many less calories than the same amount of time on my treadmill. It doesn't make any sense. Am I putting the activity in the wrong category--you are moving arms, legs and using weights. If anyone has an answer or suggestion, please let me know.
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OK, I see the add for chocolates. What an insult, oh my. The big girl pants are cute. I want to be able to do that myself with my current panties. It would be pure joy! I'm going out for breakfast with family and then to the Lunar New Year celebration in the International District $2 food walk. I'm gonna keep trying to pull up my pants to remind me to eat moderately. Thanks to all, you're a good group. !persistence!0
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Love this post and the big girl panties. How very cute!0
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oh walkswithart, I love the image of being able to pull my own panties up like that. ROFL0
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So happy you are having a beautiful weekend!
That is great resolve with the candy hearts and a sis with a burger bar. yikes!!!
Wish I could register for the gift certificate!! 0
