WOMEN AGES 50+ FOR APRIL 2013
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Carol – LMAO loved this post, but dare I disagree, in my humble opinion EVERYONE can (and should) dance :laugh:
Renny – Thanks so much for keeping the challenges going for all of us! :flowerforyou:
Tea – what great advice about learning to get centered and meditate, especially before an emotional event such as surgery. I think we could (and should) all benefit from this. Thank you for the timely reminder.
BettyAnn55 – You just joined by posting here!! Come back and share and/or read often. You’ll find words of wisdom, laughs (the occasional tear) and unending support on your health journey! :drinker:
Katla – I don’t doubt the term may have originated elsewhere, my uncle was a die-hard Texan (and quite the “character”) and believed anything and everything originated in Texas! And thank you, I will indeed pet my unicorn with you in mind
So glad the new Dr. is a good match for you and DH, sounds like he is well-versed and knows what info he needs to provide the best care
Linda (SundanceB) – Great work on the swimming and walking. Hope the time spent with the Dr. is a big help to DD!
CityJaneLondon – Sounds like such a fabulous time you had in Paris with your girlfriends. Hoping the glorious weather in England continues for you and that you get good news from the Doctor! :happy:
Gail – great idea about the food delivery services! :drinker:
Carol (again) – Loved your post, great words to live each day by!
Stingley1998 – I think that is a terrific idea re: staying off the scale for a couple weeks. Gives your minds and bodies time to adjust to and catch up with the new healthy choices you’re making! :happy:
Tammy – I too just love salmon, it is fast, easy and of course delicious. I find it to be very versatile too in that you can put any number of “sauces” on it to change it up, or just leave it plain. Yum!!!!
Cheryl - You deserved to celebrate, your daughter's success is something to be very proud of! :drinker:
Brooke from Colorado
“You can’t start the next chapter of your life if you keep re-reading the last chapter.”0 -
Good morning everyone! I managed to get another section of the garden walkway done last night after a super stressful day at work – I really need garden therapy these days. We have quarterly reporting coming up for the first time in on my project so everyone’s in a dither about what’s going on. Yesterday I took ownership of two reports that had been languishing – now I lay awake running code in my head. Past two days I’ve been up by 3am; this morning I got up and did yoga rather than lay around in bed, but now I’m feeling it. I can see a nap on the horizon at some point.
I took a quick break to go to the dentist to get a crown molded – we’ve been playing appointment tag since February and yesterday was no different. Usually he’s really good about keeping on top of things and trying not to waste people’s time, but he ran into an emergency so after I had been there for about five minutes his receptionist, to whom I had just been grousing about having to keep rescheduling, said we were going to have to reschedule again. Gah. Fortunately he puts the temporaries on with crazy glue so they don’t come off.
I came home and stress-ate. I just couldn’t stop myself. I had eaten very lightly all day and was starving to begin with. Just not a good day. However I made up for it (sort of) with a yummy, healthy dinner. Everyone loved it. Today when I’m feeling stressed I’m going to go shovel rock. I think that’s a good plan, don’t you?
Sonja, shopping with an 11yo is tiring! I hope you had fun.
Robin, YES to music! I lovelovelove listening to music and keep my ipod with me most places, including gardening. It makes the time go by so quickly. Your work situation sounds like it will be at least tolerable for the near term. I still hope you find something else to do.
Katla, hoping your DH has a positive experience with his new doctor. You’re right – cooperation would be great!
JaneM, I’m so sorry your friend turned out to be so distrustful. It sounds like she has something else going on.
Brooke, maybe you could try making some “clean” sides to go with DH’s meat and potatoes, then eat lightly of his foods and more of yours?
Jmkmomm – so glad to hear DH’s stress test went well! I don’t know what to tell you about cooking – it’s in my blood so I have a hard time imagining not cooking, but it makes such a difference if you can control your nutrition yourself.
Viv, here’s a little encouragement that getting out in the fresh air for some exercise will actually invigorate you! Go enjoy that sunshine while it’s here!
Kathy, you sound like you’re doing great – and good luck with the job!
Meg, you lucky duck – enjoy the sunshine. I don’t know what to tell you about the fitbit – it sounds fussy :frown:. On my almonds (roasted with no salt or oil) I can have about 14 or ¼ cup/serving – and it’s definitely enough for a snack (plus it fills my “munchie” cravings). You sound like you need to declare a five-minute buffer zone – close the door to the den and don’t let anyone enter until you’ve unwound.
Aw, heartwarming Mary:flowerforyou:. Yep, I’ve been suffering a case of the stiffs the past two days although thankfully today is better than yesterday. Yoga helped get the lower back in shape again.
Juanita, lol at your “male” sick puppy – following type. Hope he feels better soon.
Brooke, you crack me up when you’re not making me cry. I’m sitting down so no tears running down my legs :laugh:. Good advice to gmkmomm!
Barbie, that’s a great way to eat if you’re going to go out for a meal. Did you have fun at the dump? I remember taking DS with us when we went to get rid of some construction material (deconstruction?) – he had a blast throwing rocks at the glass.
Carol, LOL!!! You have to save the image as a tiny jpg before you post it, I think. I’m still working on the process myself.
Michele, DSD had some graham crackers last night and noticed the recipe on the back for the refrigerator cake made with pudding and cool whip. Now I won’t touch cool whip with a 10 foot pole, but I figure I can probably find a way to make it “somewhat” healthy for her. It looks yummy. For the brussel sprouts, any vinegar will do, but I like balsamic because the higher sugar content makes it “glaze” better. Once my mom got me some fig balsamic vinegar from California – that was sooo good! I’m hoping the preen will be buried under six inches of mulch, and now with no dogs we shouldn’t have any tracking in the house (they were the only ones who actually walked IN the flower beds instead of around).
LindaB, how cool that you can webex with the doctor! I hope you can find time to enjoy your day off.
Amanda, still looking for spring here too.
CityJane, good for you for leaving the bread! There were some restaurants there that had disappointing bread (mostly the touristy places) but when we found good bread there was no stopping us :laugh:. Best wishes with your blood pressure check.
Stingley, you’re right – and at the start your body is making adjustments so it might hold onto its calories for all it’s worth. Stay away from the scale and it will eventually become your friend again.
Oh, Tammy, I hope your dog is OK!
Cheryl, I think I missed it – your DD got into Vandy? That was DH’s first choice – until he unexpectedly got into UVA. He still roots for them in sports. Best wishes – she sounds brilliant!
OK, back to work. Hmm, I seem to say that all the time. Oh, well, it’s my reality right now. I hope everyone has a wonderful day and finds a sunny spot to relax.
Cheers,
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. Both my husband and I have a problem with leftovers. If something is cooked it's eaten then. We jsut don't have the will power. My husband is much worse than I am. He has no will power what so ever. Plus my ability is poor. I like to use cream of mushroom soup in making gravy with pork chops or chopped steak. I can use my George Foreman to cook things on the grill but I really don't know a lot about seasoning things. We love our mashed potatoes, and love them with extra butter. I wouldn't know how to use a wok if I had one. Salads to me need to be made with ice berg lettuce, nothing with those green leaves that look like weeds. I don't like the texture in my mouth. I need a real dressing and not something made with vinegar or oil. Maybe I just don't know how to make these things taste good. I really am very limited as to my cooking experience. .
I have a leftover problem too. But I have gotten much better at cooking just what we need to eat. healthly cooking isn't hard. Steaming or roasting veggies is simple. Make them tasty with spices and such. Experiment. the great thing about vegies is if you don't like what you sprinkled on them you can wash them off and start over
A wok is easy. Heat a tablespoon of oil, dump food into it when it is good and hot, stir quickly add some seasoning or sauce and eat.
When you say you lonly like real dressings and cream and butter and such it is because that is what you know and are accustomed to. Sometimes new tastes, flavors, and textures take a while to aquire. You could give it a try. Add one new clean food to your day for a week. Once you have learned to love fresh healthy food the other fatty salty stuff just doesn't taste as good as you remembered it and you feel so yucky when you eat it after your body has gotten used to running on clean food. It makes it easier in the end to stay away from it. Then you can deal with the demons like wanting to consume too much fruit or nuts or avacados or any othe healthy foods that just taste soooo good.
I didn't cook growing up or in my first or second marriage. (my husbands liked to cook and I was lazy) I didn't even cook in my third marriage until I got laid off in 2006. I was stuck at home and I started watching cooking shows on TV. There are som many now adays that is easy to learn new recipes and techniques. You just have to give it a try and beleive me there have been disasters. Now I absolutely love to cook and play with fresh herbs that I grow. I am also still addicted to cooking shows. :blushing:
Good luck.
Hello other lovely ladies,
I am hanging in there. Listening to the Celtic Women station and Beattles station on Pandora and looking forward to this weekend.
EAT DRYNKE AND BE MERRIE!!!
Next Wednesday I start working with the new manager. So Yay!!!!
Have a good one.
Robin, Bodi and Ritter
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It is another gorgeous morning in paradise and I have two enticing plans for the day. First, I’m going to yoga. I look forward to it and wonder if my friend will really come. Second, I’m going to wash the boat. When that chore is done, the grumpies will be banished and DH will be forgiven for his errant timing. :bigsmile:
On a less enticing note, I need to see if the local clock repair person will make house calls. I messed up while winding my grandmother clock and bumped the pendulum upwards. It has stopped working.
My mom’s sister gave her the clock in honor of the birth of her first grand child, my son. She left it to him, but he doesn’t want it at present so I’m keeping it for him. I’ve been keeping it for him for more than a decade, and I don’t think his new wife is particularly desirous of having it. It is made of myrtlewood, and very pretty. I don't mind having it.
Have a great day!
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Happy Thursday!
Today is my DD's birthday (28) and we are going to Red Lobster for lunch. I hope I have enough willpower to only eat one Cheddar Biscuit! They are soooo good. She met her first goal of losing 25 pounds by her birthday! My NSV for today-I was able to get off the floor after stretching much easier and quicker than I have in years! Normally it's not a pretty sight when I'm trying to get back up.:laugh: I have to admit my self esteem has gone up since losing these 46 lbs. and I'm feeling more energetic and positive about the job hunting process than I have in the past. I did apply for my dream job this morning, which is working at a no kill animal rescue, so I have fingers and toes crossed that I hear back!
Grandmallie- Keep me posted please about what you think of the PB2! I've heard a lot about it but haven't brought myself to
abandon my precious Skippy yet, even though I have drastically cut down on it. Also, I hope you are able to get
relief for your heel soon! :flowerforyou:
Mary-Great post! Way to go-jumping right into things here!:flowerforyou:
Juanita- Glad your puppy is feeling better! Too funny about the being a male comment. :laugh:
Alisa1958- Thanks for the encouragement and I do agree consistency is key even tho it ain't easy!
Jmkmomm- I never was much of a cook when I was younger and raising my 2 kids. I did a lot of one dish casseroles at that time.
Believe me, I'm no gourmet chef by any means now but try to learn new recipes here and there and have found
good websites like fatsecret.com from MFP members. Now when my DD tells her dad (my ex) about something
new I cooked, he complains, "She didn't cook like that when we were married.":laugh: :laugh: Of course, I don't let
DH know its healthy or he would not eat it.:noway:
Brooke- Love the quotes you share with us!:flowerforyou:
Barbie- We have cut down tremendously on eating out but I hope someday that I will be able to eat as healthy as you when we do
go out. I'm better about my choices and usually try to check out nutritional content ahead of time but nowhere as
disciplined as you!:flowerforyou:
Cook56ny-That picture of the pole dancer and caption gave me a chuckle
Michele- Canasta, wow, that brings up memories! Haven't played that in years, not even sure if I completely remember it. Used
to play it with partners, years ago!
Linda-I hope the web conference with the doctor turned out be useful for you and your DD! My DD has anxiety problems and gets
panic attacks, although way less frequently now, so I know, as a parent, how helpless you feel to see them struggling!
Your daughter has a great mom who's trying to get her help to flourish!:flowerforyou:
Have to go get ready to go out. Sorry I don't have time to respond to more of you but I have caught up on all your posts and hugs to all!:flowerforyou:
Kathy:drinker:
P.S. As I was writing this, I got a call from one of the fitness instructors at the gym. I signed up for a free fitness assessment when I just rejoined and I have it scheduled now for next week. I am kind of excited about this especially now that I have lost some weight. Maybe this will be what I need to get me more motivated to continue on this path and reach my next goal!!0 -
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Tuesday night a terrible accident took the life of DH cousin Brenda, eleven days after we lost her sister Patty to cancer.
Rest in Peace Brenda and Patty you are together in heaven as you were in life with Little Bit and Levi to keep you company.
In loving memory of Brenda who loved the outdoors, digging and planting in the garden.
Come, meet me in the garden, Lord; The day is fresh and bright ...-
I'd like to walk and talk with Thee, And glory in Thy might...
Come, meet me in the garden, Lord, And take me by the hand;
The flowers are blooming all around, And the trees are tall and grand...
Come meet me in the garden, Lord; Bestow on me Thy love -
Endow me with new hope and peace, And blessings from above...
Come meet me in the garden, Lord; How happy I will be -
Uplift my heart and soul with joy, And set my spirit free!0 -
that was lovely Laurel,
I am finally sitting down, I didnt make it to the gym today,but Holy Cow I got a work-out,I think the DH is rubbing off on me,the tree guy that came last weekend didn't finish the job yet,because he underestimated the job, plus his truck broke down,there was about 75 chopped logs and sticks sitting in the yard, and I needed to mow the lawn, sooooo he had left his big wheelbarrow here, so ol Allie got out there and picked up and stacked the logs near the road, and raked and picked up the sticks, then mowed the lawn...
I must say I am rather proud of myself because last year I would never have had the stamina for that..I wrapped my heel with the ace bandage this morning, but took it off just now.. YOOOOW it really really hurts, I will be talking to DH tonight and ordering that darn boot, I need this to heal , and I dont want to wait for forever and a day...
I am sitting out here on the deck with the 2 boys and I just had a snack.. it is a tad cold ,but sunny .. I will take it...0 -
Good afternoon ladies,
I got through my "hungry day" and feel myself again. Looking forward to the weekend. We are going to see my DH's cousin's band on Friday night and doing a 5K walk for Multiple Myeloma on Saturday morning. Thank God they are predicting beautiful weather. I will get to see my sister and her whole family and spend some quality time with them after the walk. Couldn't post yesterday as work was crazy busy, but got caught up today. I love reading all of the posts. I always get useful information which I probably couldn't figure out on my own, so thanks for sharing all of your knowledge! Jodios – Your body needs fuel to work out hard, so if you’re feeling hungry, it might be best to eat back those exercise calories.
:happy: Sue – Nice pic! Looks like you had a fabulous time on the cruise. Outwardlycalm – If you set a goal that is too ambitious, you could be setting yourself up for failure. If you follow the calorie plan given by MFP and add a little exercise, the weight will come off.
:glasses: Kate – Spring will be here soon enough. Your trip to Ireland sounds wonderful. I’m sure it was beautiful there.
:devil: DeeDee – Drink lots of water to get rid of the sodium.
:happy: M – I decided that as long as it’s not every day, it’s OK to eat more on hungry days. Maybe my body is trying to tell me something! Thanks so much for the info on the BMI & BMR. I never would have found that myself!
Mary & Alison – Thanks for the info on the Infuse Flavor It. I found it on the BB&B website and plan to pick one up at a store near me.
:happy: Robin – So glad you found something to make you feel happy again & that things are looking up at work. Katla – You’re lucky to have doctors who are willing to cooperate with each other.
:noway: Janemartin – Paper towels? REALLY??? Hope your move goes smoothly.
:ohwell: Brooke – Scales can be tricky, so good luck with your new plan.
:flowerforyou: Kathy – Good luck with the 2nd interview. Meg – I always clip my pedometer to my waistband on the right side of my pants. It seems to work well there. Good luck finding a spot that works for you.
:devil: Barbie – I admire your commitment to healthy eating. I have lost weight mostly through portion control, but I still love to eat out and although I tend to choose healthier choices most of the time, I don’t know if I could give all the “goodies” up forever. I enjoy those meals (although I usually take home half) and get right back on track the next day.
:laugh: Carol – OMG! ROFL!!! Loved your “stripper” quote. Joyce – It is hard to try new things. I was afraid to try spaghetti squash the first time, but found out it was so easy to make and didn’t require anything special to make it! You just cut it in half, scoop out all the seeds and place face down on a foiled flat pan. Bake at 350 degrees for 40 minutes to an hour (depends on size, so keep checking). When it’s soft, you can shred the insides with a fork and it comes out like spaghetti! It’s great as a side dish or you can dress it up with sauce.
:flowerforyou: CityJaneLondo – Your trip to Paris with your friends sounds lovely. Tammy – There are many things you can do with salmon and they are all delicious and so easy to make!
:brokenheart: LaurilFisher – So sorry for your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Anyone who is new has joined just by posting. To find us, just go to MY TOPICS under COMMUNITY.
We are all in this together, and together we are strong, so keep coming back!
Hugs,
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FInally got to skim the pages from the past 10 or so days. I simply don't have the time to reply individually this time, but hope that I can get back on track again to do that. I always appreciate advice, empathy and the general kindness of this group.
As for me, I just think that I am eternally frustrated with my body. I traveled last week and will be traveling a lot again in the upcoming months. I joined MFP with the intention of losing weight before my cruise, which looms large and is so close that it is unlikely that I will lose the 8 pounds that I had hoped to lose in April. I know that is true because I now need to lose 12 pounds, since I gained 4. Such is life.
I still continue to do the 30DS and there are actually days that I think that my clothes are loser. I have taken measurements and have lost .5 inches total, which is pathetic. I find it hard to know where I measured the previous time. Somebody told me it was stupid to try to lose weight before a cruise because I would just gain weight on the cruise. Well, I must say that for me that general is not the case as I am careful about what I eat and I try to hit the gym everyday.
I have upped my exercise and have tried to bicycle 10 miles per day(the weather hasn't been cooperating), thinking that perhaps that would help with weightloss. I know my losing pattern, so it's not surprising that weight doesn't go away. I think that my body likes being fat.
To those of you considering acupuncture, I have found it wonderful. I did it to prevent gallbladder surgery and am glad that I was able to cancel the surgery. I feel better all over with more energy and just a feeling of well-being. It could be a combination of watching what I eat and exercising, but I really do notice an improvement.
In spite of the lack of weightloss and relatively small decrease inch-wise, I am still logging food and exercising. I know that I went way over my calorie limit last week, but not 4 pounds worth.
It was good to hear that some of you have reached milestones and sad to hear that some of you are having personal difficulties. I hope that everybody gets to a place that feels comfortable to them.
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OK bring it on my dear Vit F buddies. I need recipes! Recipes for EASY things a man will like so he will accept me trying to do some cooking at home instead of this going out to eat 7 days a week. Recipes, web sites, whatever0
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Hairy Dieters Cookbook. Very man friendly. Well they are men! You can probably get it from Amazon in the USA. The Spanish style chicken is to die for and you don't feel you are on a diet. Really filling.
skinnytaste.com has great recipes. Just don't tell him they are slimming as he will never know. You can always give him more potatoes, rice etc to fill him up. I have to feed my DH extra cake because he keeps losing weight.
Good luck with your new cooking adventure. We are right behind you. Well done for making a start. Even one or two days a week is better than nothing. Who knows, he might end up preferring your food to the restaurants! :laugh:0 -
well good evening ladies,
I broke down and bought myself a pedometer today, waiting till I get to the 30 lb mark before I invest in the fit bit flex,I put it on at say 9:30 this morning,ive gotten,5869 steps in, 2.4 miles and by this thing 199 calories,but I dont think so, I broke a sweat and was goin crazy outside today..
well I will see how this baby work's tomorrow when I go to the gym...
I feel ok now, but I bet tomorrow a.m. my shoulder's and arms will be screamimg, and I cant take aleve or ibuprophen because of the kidney's .oh well.. like I say to my DD, suck it up,buttercup 0 -
OK bring it on my dear Vit F buddies. I need recipes! Recipes for EASY things a man will like so he will accept me trying to do some cooking at home instead of this going out to eat 7 days a week. Recipes, web sites, whatever
I am doing that very same thing. Cooking for a man who likes "man food". But I have no problem with the cooking and recipes, I just have to be more creative in feeding him. Plus, he has several food allergies to boot.0 -
jmkmomm I'm not the greatest cook either never was great at it but maybe try some crockpot receipes they are pretty easy and us
usually turn out to be good. I like them because you can be doing other things while your dinner is cooking great for
busy days. I just add a salad or extra veggies for me. Good luck I feel your pain!!!!
juanita in sudbury0 -
It is official. DH is out of the dog house. He helped me power wash the boat today and the job is done! I am officially no longer grumpy! :bigsmile: The afternoon was, and still is, gloriously beautiful. It is now 65 in the shade on my deck, but it was at least 70 in the full sun on the boat! I wore capris, am soaked, and not cold. :glasses: In other good news, the clock lady will come to my house next Thursday to repair the clock. I have to admit I'm in danger of getting a very sore back and other muscles, so I'll adjourn to a hot bath and soak my hard working self.
Katla in beautiful NW Oregon0 -
Been reading all the posts and feel caught up for the first time in a few weeks. Got to get out in my garden today and dig in the dirt. First nice day this week.
I didn't take notes again (sorry :blushing: ) but enjoyed all the advice and inspiration.
My DH says he loves when I'm "on a diet" because I make such good meals. I like to try new recipes that I get on-line, from MFP friends, in the newspaper or even in magazines. It seems like when we eat out everything is too salty for me. I'm beginning to wonder if something is wrong with me because DH says it doesn't taste salty to him.
My new pic wasn't from this cruise, it was our 50th anniversary cruise to Alaska with all of our family. OK, I've logged food and exercise today so I feel like I am on the road to recovery! LOL
I'll do better tomorrow. Where is JaneH? Haven't seen her post lately.
Sue in TX0 -
Good Evening everyone, New to this. Great day on the East Coast minus the fact the the Phillies lost today. Worked in the garden all afternoon then invited our 3 yr old grandson to dinner to give mommy a break. What a charmer, loves to cook, can break an egg with the best of them. I started teaching him to cook when he was 2, now he walks in the door and say "Nana, what are we cooking today?" Just love it. 10 calories under today before I but in my exercise. Yes it was a very good day. Hope everyone could have days like these. Working tomorrow.
Tea0 -
OMGosh, I am so glad so many of you enjoyed the pole dancer post. I was hoping that you all would get
as big a chuckle out of it as I did. :laugh:
I also must say I am a left over eater, my lunch and dinner today were both left overs.:blushing:
I am calling it a day, because I’m pooped! Can’t wait till Sunday to have a day off! :yawn:
Be well Dear friends xox
Peace~N~Hugs
Carol in WNY0 -
:flowerforyou: This has been a great day filled with dancing and sunshine :bigsmile: :bigsmile: :bigsmile: :bigsmile:
:flowerforyou: The way to not have leftovers is to weigh and measure and cook only enough for one meal…….many of our main meals are an 8 ounce chicken breast (cut in half for a four ounce serving for each of us)—baked in a covered glass oven casserole seasoned with Mrs. Dash (great spices with no sodium), one or two fresh or frozen vegetables measured in proper portion size, and individual salads…..if we have rice, I make just enough for two portions and cook only one yam or sweet potato and cut it in half to share….I eat no bread or dessert, but if Jake wants either I can fix a single portion for him. It might take a bit of trial and error to figure out the right amount to cook for two people with no leftovers but it’s worth the effort.
:flowerforyou: Learning any new skill has to start somewhere so you just jump in and make a small change and bit by bit you are on the road to great success.
:flowerforyou: I don’t think my eating is disciplined as much as it is self preserving…….the more I read about healthy eating, the less willing I am to eat the foods that will slowly kill me silently from the inside. The more I know about the effects of sugar and white flour and fried foods, the more I want to stay away from them and eat only nutrition dense foods that contribute to my health and longevity.
Barbie from NW Washington
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Evening ladies. I’ve been very busy so am way behind on all the posts. No time to respond to everyone tonight or likely tomorrow either - but will try. Hope everyone is doing well.
I’m sticking with my plateau busting plan (although I haven’t busted anything yet). Tomorrow will be a challenge as I’m travelling all day for business. Not sure where I’m getting my meals and am not in a position to bring meals with me (although I will have some healthy snack options with me).
For all those struggling – sending you a virtual hug and support.
Congrats to all those with NSV and weight loss victories.
Welcome to all the newbies…you found a great group of women.
Robin – glad you rediscovered the joy of music and that at least a couple days a week your work situation will be better
Joyce – its never too late to learn to cook. There are lots of resources out there depending on how you like to learn…take a class, search on-line, get some cookbooks, etc. That Cooking Light Healthy Habits cook book I mentioned last month says that cooking in more is one of the keys to successful healthy eating – because you are in control. They actually have some great cooking basic lessons and a ton of recipes in that book. My DH and I took a cooking class together. He did it for me (I go golfing for him) and he loved it!
Barbie – glad you are feeling better
Michele – I tried Brussel Sprouts for the first time in a long time and we loved them. I used a Cooking Light recipe for Brussel Sprouts sautéed with bacon, garlic and shallots. Everything really is better with bacon. It was only 90 calories a serving and we will definitely make them again. They weren’t bitter at all
Carol/Cooky – thanks for both pictures: for the laugh – just too funny and the inspiration. So how do you post these up?
Sundance – my heart aches for your daughter. I hope this dr. can help her. My plateau busting plan is simple: exercise hard (400+ cal) 5 days and week, yoga 1 day and 1 day of rest. Leave, 320 calories on exercise day (=500 cal deficit) and stick to 1200 on the other days. Make those calories very nutritionally dense (e.g. lots of fruits and especially veggies, lean meat & egg whites, very little in carbs (only whole grains) and sweets only as an occasional treat. I’m hoping this will shake things up. I’m so close to my goal and just can’t seem to get there. I’m am one determined lady right now!!!!
CityJane – so glad you had a wonderful time in Paris
Stingley - the same thing happened to me when I started MFP (also looking to lose that last 10 lbs.). Stick with it. I’m now just a couple of pounds from my goal. Month 2 went so much better and so did Month 3. Now I’m sitting on a plateau but am confident I will eventually get there
Kathy – congrats
Laurel – my condolences – so much loss
Tari – I don’t think what you are doing is stupid at all. You go girl
Have to pack up my briefcase and print a boarding pass. Have a great evening. Jodios0 -
Sounds pretty upbeat on the board today -- glad most are having a good day.
Work has really ramped up and it will stay this way until mid-October, a slight slowdown to mid-December and then crazy busy at year end. It is trying and exciting all at the same time. I'm just happy we have two new young fellows now to help. Left work about 7:15p and to the gym for a bit. Have to be back in by 7a tomorrow...yawning already!!
Having oatmeal for dinner due to lack of interest -- YOYO for DH, or he can have oatmeal, too.
I noticed the Y is a delivery center for the Good Measure Meals here in Atlanta and now they also have a farmers basket service that you can order from and pick up at the Y. They are really working to promote healthy eating.
sweet dreams...
Gail, metro ATL0 -
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M. – Wow, your work life sounds super-busy, good for you for utilizing “garden therapy” to unwind! Bummer about the dentist, hope this next appt. actually happens! So glad I manage to crack you up, it’s so much more “me” than the brief crying jag I posted
Robin – This is how I now watch the cooking shows I too enjoy so much, by riding my stationary bike (no more watching while sitting on the couch allowed)! So glad you’ll be getting some relief at work starting next week. Have a blast at the Faire.
Kathy(szoo) – Oh, enjoy your DD birthday meal (and good luck with the biscuits)! I too will have my fingers and toes crossed for you in being selected for your dream job Like you I now make “stealth” substitutions of healthy ingredients in old recipes to sneak them by DH who thinks he doesn’t like them
LaurelFisher – Prayers for you, DH and family to provide peace in dealing with these terrible losses.
Lucy – Hope you have a great day on the Walk for Multiple Myeloma. Lost a dear friend to that ugly disease 3 years ago, so the cause is near and dear.
Brooke from Colorado
“When your heart speaks, take good notes.” - - Judith Campbell0 -
Hello Ladies,
Today was a fun day really nice weather. Took my clients to the zoo hangouts there today than afternoon went to a park
This Saturday is the autism walk so getting ready to take part in that. It is a 5k I am excited to be a part of this.0 -
Hi Ladies,:flowerforyou:
Started this noted earlier today and have just popped in to the computer room to add notes throughout the day. Didn’t sleep well last night, getting up to go to the loo all night long, grr
The web ex conference went smoothly today with the doctor. Was a little disappointed that she did not have a better understanding of the school my girls go to. I had all the paperwork in a month early and this included comments from her teachers. She will be sending me and extensive treatment plan for us the parents and the school. The school is going to be the challenge; they don’t seem to understand social anxiety, or how to help. The doctor will be sending a very detailed plan for them to work with her and getting her comfortable in the school environment. I am mentally drained. My daughter did talk to the doctor and has made some progress even after the visit today. She told us that she doesn’t like to order her meal if we go out to a restaurant, because she is lazy! She has only done this 3 times in her life. So, I am praying that this time next year, she will have friends and will over come her social anxiety. :bigsmile:
I have been taking Barbie’s advice and cook meals the last 2 nights in a row. More veggies, and fruits. Did help that we got our box of organic veggies and fruits from our csa! :drinker:
Ok, tomorrow is the first of 4 days in a row of work. So, I will just take one day at a time.:sad:
Have a blessed Friday and weekend. Remember, to think of yourself first! Your health and happiness depend on you! Smile to all you meet!
LindaS:flowerforyou:
Grandmallie:flowerforyou: - sorry about your heel. Its sucks when you want to go exercise and the ole body wont cooperate. Can you get on a stationery bike without too much pain?
Amanda:flowerforyou: - enjoy the lovely blue skies. You bring sunshine to my day,especially when I look at your pictures! It gives me hope and strength!
CityJaneLondon:flowerforyou: - your Paris trip sounds lovely. You really did well and stuck to your eating plan. I am doing a happy dance for you! You are awesome! I would have just given in an enjoyed the food to contents desire, but not helping my health or eating plan. I am so proud of you! This is great determination!
Carol in WNY-:flowerforyou: that you for the lovely quote- I can use this every day!
Stingley-:flowerforyou: just stick with it, if your are getting healthier and stronger, then what’s a pound?
Tammy in VA beach-:flowerforyou: So sorry to hear about your fur baby. That is so hard to see them have seizures, but do they really know what is going on? I know it just breaks your heart, but she has your love and your care, and I bet this is what your pup really knows! Big hug!
Cheryl-:flowerforyou: thanks for the info re:scholarships. My DD will be a junior in high school in August, so we have not entered into that arena yet. My DD wants to be a lawyer, but she also shoots competitive trap. So, hoping she will get a scholarship to a college/university where she can do both! Loved your family outing and the strawberry margaritas sound so good! My favorite are just the normal flavor, blended with salt on the rim! Oh, yum!
M:flowerforyou: -what was your yummy dinner? Take care of your back with your garden chores! You will have to post pictures when you are all done!
Robin:flowerforyou: - I grew up cooking. With a family of 6 kids, we all took turns cooking or helping with the cooking. We also had baking contests. We each would bake something. When my dad came home from work, and after dinner, he was blindfolded and he would taste each of our creations. He would pick the winner. I grew up with Betty Crocker cookbook. I still have one in the house and use it to looks up conversions, or basic sauces etc.I should get into the cooking shows, but cant sit still long enough! I hope you are having a lovely day!
Katla:flowerforyou: - the clock sounds beautiful! Too bad kids don’t appreciate the beauty and meaning of items like this! Glad you have a sunny day and great plans! Glad your not grumpy anymore!
Kathy:flowerforyou: - Happy birthday to your DD! Praying for the job at the shelter! Only 1 cheddar biscuit please! Thank you for the kind works about my DD!
LauraFisher:flowerforyou: - so sorry for the loss of your DH cousin. That is so sad, especially with the two sisters so close together. Thank you for sharing comes meet me in the garden. Praying for you and your family at this difficult time,
Lucy in DE:flowerforyou: - have a great walk and enjoy your family. Let us know how it goes!
Tari-:flowerforyou: just hang in there and as Barbie says,”never,ever give up”
Sue in Texas-:flowerforyou: love the picture of your and DH! How lovely to celebrate your 50th with your family!
Tea:flowerforyou: - how lovely that you have taught your grandson to cook! He will make someone very happy one day in the future!
Barbie:flowerforyou: , thank you again for the words of wisdom! They are always talking to me, they have something that I need to hear!
Jodio:flowerforyou: - wow that is an awesome plateau buster plan. Thank you for the kind words about DD. Thanks for sharing your plan and I hope it works!
Gail-:flowerforyou: hope you got some rest between that short break at work!
Liz:flowerforyou: , can’t believe the autism walk is here already! I hope that you have lovely weather for the walk and I can’t wait to hear how you are feeling after the walk! You should be in good shape!
DeeDee:flowerforyou: - looks like you had a nice long walk! Are you feeling 100% now?
Megs:flowerforyou: ,- sweet dreams. Hope you get a good nights sleep!
Jane Hadji:flowerforyou: - where are you my dear friend? Hope all is well. I know you were busy with your DM and DD. You are in my thoughts!
Jane Martin:flowerforyou: - so glad you are almost out of that house! It wasn't meant to be!:bigsmile::drinker: :drinker:0 -
:flowerforyou: Just wanted to pop in and say Hi - It's Friday yay :bigsmile: :bigsmile:
:flowerforyou: I woke up this morning feeling very tired, but after a quick walk with the doggy I feel quite good. Yesterday I felt drained all day, but I had another early night and feel quite 'positive' this morning - I hope it lasts!
:flowerforyou: Sundance I hope the plan for your daughter goes well and that the school engage with the treatment plan. My daughter says she suffers from social anxiety - she hardly ever goes out (I always thought it was because of the dog that she felt she had to stay in ) but as we've been talking on our dog walks, she had opened up more and has explained how she feels. I feel a bit sad that I didn't realise sooner, I knew she was shy - she hates that word - but didn't realise how bad she was.
:flowerforyou: Grandmallie I think it's you that has the sore heel (?) I had plantar faaciatis (sp) a few years ago when doing a walking challenge at work. It was soooo painful, the physio at work gave me a few exercises to help. One was to flex/stretch my calf muscle - you know the one where you put one foot in front of you and stretch bend the other knee and stretch. It helped a bit he also did ultra sound on it too - not sure that helped though. I also bought some soft insoles for my shoes and heel supports. After about a year and a half it went away almost as suddenly as it started. Even now though I have to be careful what shoes I wear.
:grumble: DH has reminded me of the time! I need to get ready for work - I also think he wants to use the computer :bigsmile: :bigsmile:
TGIF :drinker: :drinker:
Take care dear friends
Viv UK0 -
Good morning ladies - back to grey skies and rain in London - Bleurgh!
I'm a bit perturbed with DH - he has agreed for two of his cousins to come and stay at the end of next week. Normally I wouldn't mind - although I do like our house to ourselves - but it coincides with a super busy week for me when I'm either working, taking dad to the hospital or babysitting the twins. This means that I won't have time to 'refresh' the house. I hate having people visit when the house is less than immaculate (and I am really not the best of housekeepers). Our plan was to go to Brighton to see an exhibition on Sunday, but I'm going to have to stay home and be domestic instead.
Grr.
Rant over.
Three deep breaths .... and let it go.
Ok, I'm better.
BTW - Linda (Sundance) the lashes stay in for up to six weeks. I absolutely love them - they make me feel like a silver screen siren. Definitely worth it if you are that way inclined. I love the fact that I have no make up on at all at present, but still look 'finished'. That extra time in the morning that I don't have to spend in front of a mirror means that I get to do an extra five minutes or so walking. Win win.
Now I really need to do some work so I shall wish you all a good Friday.
Love to all.
Amanda x0 -
yes Viv it is me with the plantar faciaitis(sp),I do stretches, and I do use the bike at the gym. from all the wonderful ladies who have suffered with this,I know it will be a long long time before it goes away, so I will work around it ,dont have a choice..
Barbie- i am still very bad with sugar ,I am an addict.. I do really enjoy fruit,I have an apple every day,love all sorts of veggies and fruit.s , I do eat bread but ones that have 35 calories a slice,or flatbreads, or deli flats. One thing I haven't eaten alot of except for like lean cuisine( I know alot of sodium) is pasta.. I do eat cereal too .
going to order a boot for my foot at night and see if this works.. im off to the gym and then to work, I have to work the next 2 saterdays in a row,0 -
Well my visit to the doctor turned out to be a damp squib as my blood pressure hadn't really changed a lot. I am now scheduled to have it taken again and have routine blood tests in store which is good as my brother is diabetic 2 and I like to keep a check on things. My chloresterol has always been fine.
I'm looking forward to losing the next lb as that will take me to 3 stone lost. A stone is 14 lbs. A nice round figure. My DH has said he will buy me a dress for his sister's 60th in June. I hope to have lost a few more by then, so I'm really excited. All my old "best" clothes are now miles too big, which is a huge shame as they were expensive and lovely. Still a new one will be even better. I don't think he knows what he is letting himself in for :laugh:
I had a look at 30D last night on Utube. I think I could do some of it, but the jumping jacks are a bit beyond my poor old knees! Rainy again here, but at least I haven't had to water the seeds.
Love to all and for those who have challenges - my thoughts are with you. :flowerforyou: 0 -
Grandmallie -- get thee to a podiatrist for orthotics for your shoes. They do a world of good! I had severe plantar fasciatis and they kept me comfy (and I stood on my feet all day at work). Now I have some for the Morton's neuroma and they also keep me comfy.
Gail, metro ATL (up way too early and due in at work by 6:30a)0
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