WOMEN AGES 50+ FOR NOVEMBER 2012
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Nope Mazaron - hubby is NOT going to get ahead of me (I just need to keep repeating it).
Since tomorrow is weigh in and I always fret, I woke up this morning an did a mile on the treadmill. I will walk at lunch again, and do Jill tonight, and eat Salmon. Then I will cross all my fingers and toes. I haven't been awful this week, and my counts look good, but my clothes are fitting any differently and I did have a tirimisu and 3 chocolate chip cookies. However, I also got through the after Halloween weeks with little damage
Sundance - you sure sound like you're working hard.
Exermom - cross everything for me for tomorrow - it worked last week.
I am a little disappointed because my first real goal was to be in the 150's (159.9) for the annual Christmas party. I was close to 190 last year and wanted to surprise the girls. Usually the party is around Dec 6th - 8th, but this year the first weekend in December is December 1st. That's one less week for me to get there. :sad:0 -
Boy, yesterday was a really crazy day. Started out by doing an hour of hula hoop on the Wii. Then we had the Newcomer general meeting. Come home, make some tea and off to senior bowling. After bowling (it just toakes SOOO long, some of the people are SOOO slow) had to go to a food store to pick up a fruit try and Vince needed milk. Came home, made dinner, put the fruit into a serving dish, off to play rummy-Q (and took the fruit with me), home in time to give Loki his med and then to bed. Today we're going to pick up Jessica's cats. See, she's going to TN for a friend's birthday (he just lost his father) and she doesn't trust her roommates not to close the house door, so we'll take care of them. Then when we go back up there for Thanksgiving we'll bring them back. Also, one of her cats is diabetic, she knows that we'll be diligent about giving him the insulin, she doesn't feel that her roommates would. They left the door to the house open one time and one of her cats got out -- the diabetic one. She was combing her neighborhood for the cat. Fortunately, she found it in time to give it the insulin, but she isn't so sure that her housemates would really comb the neighborhood for the cat if needed. So today's menu will be off the charts. By that I mean that there probably won't be a defined lunch or dinner. I am taking snacks in the car with me, I'm taking 2 half-turkey sandwiches with me, carrots, some V8, soy milk, dried veges, dried fruit and water.
At rummy-O just had salad and then fruit. One lady who is having bunco at her house tonight (I won't go because I have no idea what time I'll get back) was telling me about this apple cake she'd made and also brownies. It's weird, but I just felt like that really didn't interest me at all. Have to make the desserts for Thanksgiving and also for Christmas. You know, I'm going to cut down on how much, mainly because I really have very little desire for them. That's weird for me, but good weird.
Did 1-1/4 Jari Love DVD today. Tomorrow, water aerobics
Nancy - welcome
barbie - I was sad to see Gilles didn't make it to the semi-finals of DWTS. To me, his merengue would have been great.
I'm also taking a copy of Time magazine to read in the car along with the rest of the coasters, hope I can get to work on them.
Amanda - you're a wonderful daughter to talk your dad down so much. You're not a horrible daughter, at times when I was taking care of my father and then seeing MIL in the nursing home, I thought the same thing, too. It's natural.
DeeDee - you know, I don't know that I'd say that Pat is "mean", I think she just wants to have things her way and no other. Some people just can't compromise, I think she's one of those. On another note, have you ever gone to Jason's Deli? There's one real cose to the furniture mart, would you like to have lunch there? Check out their website if you can. They do have healthy food and almost all of their items have the nutritionals on their website. Don't remember if it's listed on their menu, but I do remember sitting one time and checking their website on my phone. Maybe you want to come up after the holidays, when things slow down some. Your tree sounds like it's going to be just beautiful! Yes, Thanksgiving is next week -- and you know what that means, Christmas isn't far behind (but I am). Have a great lunch!
M - you're so right in that we need fats. Fats are needed to metabolize certain vitamins. Just watch the fats and you'll be fine
I don't remember who but I know that there's someone on here who uses the Wii body test every day. When you do it, but do the shortened version, does it still keep track of the days you were on the Wii?
M - I'm in NC which is a pretty temperate climate. That must be why my friend's rosemary grew so big! The one thing I've found with the "fake" meats (for vegetarians) is that the sodium level can be quite high. What sources of food do you use for your protein?
Nancy - hope the new circuit isn't too bad...lol That sounds like about one of the things that I do on the treadmill, I run for 30 seconds, fast walk for 30 seconds. Sometimes I do my HIIT on the elliptical, sprint for 30 sec. recover for 1-1/2 minute
Laura - I always keep some shirataki noodles in my refrig. Which reminds me that I need to buy more.
Meg - I hope you're feeling back to your old self soon
barbie - glad you're getting your mammo.
Welcome to all the new people. Just now I'm skimming the posts, will give Loki his med and then we're off. I do want to finish page 2 before I leave. Need to go to the bathroom, but I think I'll work on my keigels (I really don't want to go, I'll hold it in)
Well, I'm off. Have a great day everyone. Jessica just called and asked me to bring up a TSA lock for her.
Michele0 -
Hello again.
Work has been very busy (when is it not!). Have not been able to keep up with my post but like the accountability it provides when I do. Hope all of you are doing well. I'll go back and read when I get home.
NSV – Finally broke down and bought new clothes because the others were too big. I was not sure what size I needed. I ended up buying a mix of 16 pants and Large and XL shirts! I was wearing 22W and 2XL! Now, one of my main goals for life is too stay out of the Women’s department. Shopping was so much easier with the smaller size (maybe too easy, I spent a lot of money!).
My goals for October were:
-Continue to lose 1 pound a week (fell short one week, but lost 5 for the month)
-Get back on that bike! Exercise at least 4 days a week (Did pretty well here)
-Try to sleep more (not always)
-Continue trying to clean out junk (Nope.)
-Try new healthy recipes (tried at least two)
Looks like I didn’t do well on my October goals and November is almost over!
My goals for November:
-Continue to lose 1 pound a week
-Get back in the groove with the exercise and exercise 4 days a week
-Don’t let the holiday get me off track with my diet and exercise!
We can survive the holidays!
Wanda0 -
big Thursday smooches to everyone!0
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Happy Thursday!
Reminding myself to Think! Thrive. Be Thoughtful and Thorough. Be Thin!
Nancy, I like that... be Tenacious about long term goals. And Terrific because we are! :bigsmile:
I'm working so hard again at paying strict attention to foods and feeding myself properly with only 1250 calories. Not easy. But the scale is moving downwards which is a good sign. Now if I can make it through the weekend without going overboard, maybe I'll be able to lose these few pounds that have come back since August.
M, Yoga is wonderful stuff.
I was sore yesterday and had to leave early so had a day off from it. Back to it this morning.
Michele, rosemary does grow into quite a large bush if not pruned regularly. I've seen one at the community garden that's approximately 5' x 5', huge! The bees love it in summer when it's flowering. I keep mine pruned to about 2' x 2'. When the long spikes grow in summer, it's great fun to use them for skewers when grilling chunks of chicken breast. Yum!
I hope to do some work in the garden later this morning but not sure if the park will be open since the police are searching for a man presumed drowned after driving his truck into the swift river last night. Thank goodness a couple of fishermen were able to save the girl. Hopefully their 2 dogs made it.
I'd best get busy. Wishing you all a wonderful day. :flowerforyou: jb 0 -
:flowerforyou: Only one day away from Friday.
Cheryl-good for you doing the Shred and no letting the hubby get ahead of you....and it was a good thing getting in the walk after that cookie attack
MaryC-glad that you are finding that eating slower helps on the losing. I know that I too have a tendency to eat really fast and before I know it my food is gone and I have missed the pleasure of the tasting:grumble: Gotta work on that:blushing:
Barbie-hoping your mammogram goes smoothly :flowerforyou:
Lila-your memory might not be like it used to be but it sure must be better than mine because you managed to remember a lot of us...at least you had your ipod to check in on:drinker:
Linda-glad you were able to get your ME time in with your busy schedule:flowerforyou:
Liz-hoping you are able to find a solution to your work, I would love to go part time but it's just not an option:grumble:
Amanda- I totally understand your & hubby's feelings about all that's entailed in taking care of the parents. When my Mom & Dad started their downturn in their health and I was constantly on the phone and having to plan all my free time getting to Oregon to see them and take care of issues I had at times that same feeling....now that they are both passed I sooooo miss them and wonder what I would have to be dealing with if they were still here. Their last 2.5 years were hard on all of us and I know they are better off now and with all the stress I have with my job I can say I'm glad I don't have to add their care and issues into the mix:huh: You and hubby hang in there You two aren't the only ones to have those thoughts {{hugs}} to both of you.
Carolyn- I have two kettlebells and I do like using them. It's amazing how little you have to do to get the heart rate up:drinker:
Nancy- your students have no idea how fortunate they are to have you as a teacher...when they get to be our ages they will remember you as the one that used to get them moving:drinker: You do set a great example with all the exercise and activities you participate in...enjoy your curling tonight:drinker:
Cheryl- with all the exercise you are doing even if you don't meet the numbers goal I'm sure your body has changed quite a bit and it will show for your Christmas party:flowerforyou:
Michele- you are so busy that I'm not sure I'd be able to keep up with you...until you get to your kitchen and start your baking
Wanda- enjoy those new clothes while they fit...at the rate you are going we will be hearing that you have to go shopping again soon You November goals look pretty good.
jb-good for you getting back into the routine and measuring your food...glad the scale is moving in the right direction:drinker:
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Last night on the way home from work stopped and visited with DIL #2 & grandsons. GS #2 is sick and has a croupy cough and all he wanted was for Grandma Laura to hold him...love cuddling my grandsons
We talked Thanksgiving and she will be having it at her house and it's close to hubby's work so when he gets off he can be there in 5 min, she doesn't want to do the traditional turkey dinner but rather a brunch type menu and I really don't care but her Mom does so we will see who wins on this one. If she does what she wants I'm going to have to figure out what I can bring to make it special for hubby as he really won't want to have eggs since he has them everyday right now...will have to give it some thought:ohwell:
I finally went up to Level 2 on 30DS and I can honestly say I really didn't like a lot of the exercises although I finally did try and real push up and was able to do two...maybe tonight I will see if I can do more:huh:
Must get to the piles, everyone have a great day...let's keep going and moving and drinking and logging our food:drinker: Let's make this holiday season the most healthy one we can.
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I didn't make it on here yesterday, so I apologize if some of my posts are already passe! I visited my mother-in-law and my parents both (worked on a jigsaw puzzle with my mom), and also had my book club last night. It was a pleasant day. I bought a new purse -- bronze metallic Calvin Klein. I tried to talk myself out of it, but it was just too fun. I liked that it was metallic leather instead of the cheap vinyl things they have out now. I don't want to pay for plastic when I can get a good quality leather bag instead. Today is my networking group that I help organize, followed by a doctor appointment, so there shouldn't be any eating challenges -- hooray!
Jane Martin -- Congratulations on getting the job! I hope your first day went well.
DeeDee -- I hope you had a great time at lunch with your friend! I'm glad that they took the shoes back and that the new ones are better. It sounds like your tree will be gorgeous! :flowerforyou: I didn't know that gremlins can be vanquished with hot tea... will have to try it. LOL
Rose -- Congratulations on two days in a row on plan! Since I'm behind, I hope that you've now put three behind you. It gets easier as the successes mount up.
Eileen -- It sounds like you had a great party for your son and his family. So glad you got to spend a little time with them!
Mwheatcraft54 -- It sounds like you'll be in Denver next week?? I'd love to meet you, if you have time.
Nancy -- I love the cozy picture of you in your Pendleton jacket and wearing sweaters that you mom made for you. It's so nice that you have them! I, too, love to wear black. It sounded like a great outfit.
JB -- I really am enjoying your day-of-the-week letter lists. What a great idea!
Laura -- I'm really proud of the great way that you're maintaining, and even managing to lose more! :flowerforyou: You're an inspiration. It's nice to see your achievement on your ticker.
Glenda -- Welcome back!
Linda Sundance -- Glad that the physical therapy is helping, and hoping that you'll feel back to normal soon.
Cheryl -- I'm sorry that it hurts to type. Good job on doing both walking AND the shred!
Barbie -- Glad you're having the mammogram done. It's important to take good care of yourself!
Liz -- May today be a better day at work!
Amanda -- I think those unwanted thoughts creep up on all of us at times. Just because they're true doesn't mean that we desire them to happen! When I get hit with them, I always say a quick prayer to "take the devil from my mind" and they usually go away.
Wanda -- Congratulations on moving out of the women's department! :flowerforyou:0 -
Good morning, lovely ladies! Hope that you are having a great Thursday! I have been extra busy and didn't make it to the thread at all yesterday.
I have a question for those who have tried the fried green beans that was posted earlier in the month. I tried it, and like it, but I am wondering if it is possible to get the green beans crispy without cooking them until they are turning black and tasting a little charred. Am I doing something wrong?
I had better get back to work - have a wonderful day! Mary0 -
Forgot to say thanks to M for the corn chowder recipe! Yum.
I was looking around at recipes this morning and found this little note that I thought you'd all enjoy.
Women are Angels
And when someone breaks our wings, our spirit, or our hearts...
We simply continue to fly.........
on a broomstick...
We are flexible like that .... jb 0 -
I was looking around at recipes this morning and found this little note that I thought you'd all enjoy.
Women are Angels
And when someone breaks our wings, our spirit, or our hearts...
We simply continue to fly.........
on a broomstick...
We are flexible like that .... jb
I love it:bigsmile:0 -
lurking bump to mark how far I have read.:bigsmile:0
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WELL - I was LOCKED out of the group :frown: but WESSECG saved the day for me and told me about that little button at the bottom of the feed. WHO KNEW that we could only put 500 messages on a train!!! Don't they know we are women and we need to get all of our words in EVERY DAY:noway:
So between my travel/work schedule and a bridal tea for a friend's daughter I missed getting on for a few days. BUT I managed to keep my eating under control - in spite of the delicious food at the tea! How's a girl to pass up a homemade cinnamon pecan scone AND red velvet brownies AND turkey cranberry sandwiches. Well I didn't but I did demonstrate great control and I exercised too!!!!! WHEW - I guess i have come a long way when an event like the tea no longer throws me into an eating frenzy:flowerforyou:
Saw some newbies joined us while I was "away". Hang in there ladies - it is WELL WORTH THE EFFORT!!! It is even amazing how much you can eat with reduced calories when you choose wisely:glasses:
Hubby heading out to drive a medical van/RV to the area in NY/NJ affected by "Sandy" so our paths will not cross until Monday. I so hate it when that happens but this is a great cause and he is looking forward to the adventure and helping in this way. Praying he has good weather and safe travels and he has eyes to see needs that he might can meet along the way.
Well better go get some work done.
Later
WHO DAT Lizzie0 -
My dad was crying again today on the phone. He is convinced that he has cancer and will not be optimistic about anything. It makes me pull my hair out sometimes.
The next thing I'm about to say is really and truly horrible and I can't believe I'm going to type it - but I need to put it out there.... Last night we were driving back from visiting my father and making arrangements to visit MIL in the nursing home after work today and my DH came out with something that shocked me. He said "Our life will be so much easier when your dad and my mum are no longer around". I was shocked, yes - but the truth is, I understood what he meant and, just for a fleeting moment agreed with him - in an unspoken way.
Now I just feel guilty for those thoughts of course.
Love to you all - from a nasty-thought-Amanda x
Amanda, when my mom was ill and cranky and calling 911 for emergency medical treatment every time she had heartburn, a friend of mine said, "you know, she could go on like this for 20 years".......that thought made me crazy........that's when I realized that I had to take it one day at a time.....I understand completely the feelings that your DH expressed and it's so natural.....most people don't share it with others so we all feel bad and guilty for feeling that way......I think you are kind, loving and heroic.
Barbie 0 -
I was looking around at recipes this morning and found this little note that I thought you'd all enjoy.
Women are Angels
And when someone breaks our wings, our spirit, or our hearts...
We simply continue to fly.........
on a broomstick...
We are flexible like that .... jb
I love it:bigsmile:
A sentimental variation of this that very much fits this group: we are all angels, but we only have one wing: we need each other to fly.0 -
Good evening beautiful ladies:flowerforyou:
M I hope you had a good time with your sister at dinner! What yummy meal did you have?
Kathy I keep meaning to check out skinnytaste.com and I always forget:frown: , I`ve got to put it on my to do list!
Nancy Your gratitiude to winter is imoressive! I love the comment about your new shorts!
Laura How wonderful the "too big" pants are still too big over another pair!
Robin Come on in and chat!!! How is Bodi and Ritter???
Meg Good for you getting 10 min. of exercise in!!! Take care though, we don`t want you having a relaspe:noway: ! What are you going to reward yourself with after the big 30 comes off? Once they got me in the right size shoes the numbness stopped, now I have happy toes:laugh: ! I thought at first they might be laced too tight too, but wasn`t it!
Lin Glad your laptop recovered! I do remember Sanford & Son:laugh: :laugh: :laugh: !!! How nice of you taking treats to the staff, I`m sure the really appreciated it! I`m sorry your dad is having to go through all that with the c. diff.:sad: .
Glenda Good to see your smiling face back!!! You have been a busy busy women!!!
Linda Glad the PT sessions are helping:flowerforyou: !
Cheryl Yay you got a walk in and the shred!!! I`m sure you burned those cookies off!
MaryC This is a great group of women!!!! Good for you finding a way to help you slow down your eating!!!
Lila That book does sound fascinating, I might have to check it out. I only have 4 waiting for me to read first:ohwell: !
I`ve got to go and finish cooking my dinner...will try to come back and finish my post later!!!
Hugs,
DeeDee0 -
I have had another great day and stayed on plan,how many is it now? 3 or 4 I think it's four days. I am not much of a cook but I have been trying some new things and am very happy with the outcome.
Nancy - congratulations on that impressive loss of 61 pounds. That is amazing, are you still using the Atkins diet? We'd love to have you hang out here. I am pretty new too but I feel like I know these ladies already. Welcome.
Lila - I am working my program and today I have not been hungry at all and have had not cravings for sweets. HURRAY. I had to eat a piece of rye toast this evening that I didn't really want because my calorie count is too low. I was also short on carbs so thought a slice of rye toast would be okay. I took the Ginger Roasted Carrot Bisque and added some left over squash from last night and it was delicious.
DeeDee - yes, that's what I am aiming for "second nature" My mom bought some ice cream cones and cookies today but I didn't even look at them. What amazes me is that it wasn't difficult (at least for today). Thanks for your reminder to "drink the water"
M - Thanks for the encouragement. I'm looking for that time when I can say that I always eat like that. I want to make it my lifestyle and quit stressing about my weight and size and just "live".
Exermom - your day sounds just wild, makes me give thanks for my "much quieter" days. That's wonderful that you have no desire for the sweets. I'm going to get there too some day.
Janehadji - Thanks so much for your encouragement. I did, I did, I now have 4 days ( I think it's 4 anyway) guess I'll have to check. The days go so fast I can't keep up.0 -
Good evening again:flowerforyou:
See if I can get caught up now.
Carolyn I`ll be interested in hearing how you like the kettlebell, that sounds like something I might like! The dreaded plateau..it will pass:flowerforyou: !
Nancy Hip-hopping in your new shorts, got your workout in and looked cute too!!! I like your Thursday Ts!
Cheryl Keeping my fingers crossed for a good weigh in tomorrow!!! I`m sure you`ll look great at the Christmas party this year, just wear something more form fitting!!!
Michele What is rummy-Q? That`s nice of you to care for Jessica`s cats while she`s gone, do they travel well? It will be after the holidays before I make it up there, I`ve already lost a week somewhere in Nov., eek, I usually already have my shopping done for Christmas by now, and this year :noway: , I`m going to try and finish it before Wed. of next week. I just hate getting in the crowds of people!!!! I do like Jason`s Deli, it`s been awhile since I`ve been there, sounds like a good plan to me!!!
Wanda Yay - new clothes, isn`t it so much fun buying smaller sizes!!!
Lentigogirl Come back and chat more!!! I love your variation on Jb`s note!!!
Jb Love the Thursday T`s!!! I`ve used rosemary for skewers before, it is yummy! That`s so sad about the man who is presumed drowned, thank goodness for those fishermen!!! Love love love the note!!!
Laura80111 Hope GS#2 feels better soon:flowerforyou: ! I`m sure all that loving from grandma Laura made him feel much better! It`ll be interesting to see who wins on the Thanksgiving menu, DIL or her mom!
Janehadji Your new purse sounds lovely!!! I love purses and shoes and now clothes too!!! Hot tea works wonders on those gremlins, I`m getting ready for a cup now!!!
Lizzie Good for you keeping your eating under control in spite of the delicious goodies!!!
I had a wonderful time with my friend yesterday, our lunch went from 12:30 to 3:30pm, and we had just scratched the surface...it was so nice getting caught up on everything, and it`s the first time she`s seen me since I started losing weight (she remembers me when I was a size 6), she can`t believe I still had a little over 40 pounds to go:bigsmile: . I ran home after that, fed the dog and took her out for a walk, changed clothes and then met another friend for dinner, I had 6 calories left over last night! I was very surprised and happy when I weighed this morning and the scale was down 2.3 lbs!!!!! Let`s hope it stays off!!!
My comfy bed is calling my name, I hear it from the other side of the house, I`m not so exhausted tonight so maybe I can get a few pages of my book read! Hope you all have a wonderful night!!! Sleep well and sweet dreams!!! Until tomorrow....
Hugs,
DeeDee0 -
Hello ~ My first food diary today and I clicked on this link and saw all the weight lost and got pretty excited !! Seriously hope that I am able to do as well as all of you are doing !! Congratulations so working hard and sticking with it, it's never an easy thing to change habits. Take Care, Andrea0
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Hi todayandevery - you're in the right place.
Thanks for crossing stuff for me - I didn't have the lowest calorie consumption this week but I did have the most exercise. Hopefully tomorrow I will see 162.4. I did walk at lunch today and shredded, and ate my salmon.
Good night everyone.0 -
Good Evening,
Can't believe it's going to be Friday already! Time seems to be flying! Tomorrow is the last day at my temp job but I feel a lot worse for the great women I met at MDA while working there, because they are losing their permanent jobs since the site is closing. Non-profits are seeing a great deal of funding cuts these days unfortunately. Looking forward to having a little time off to catch up with things and hopefully on to another job. I am very proud of myself that after work I am getting in a walk with my boys! I'm up to a half hour now before my foot and leg start flaring up! I would have never been able to make all this progress without the support I've gotten here!:flowerforyou:
Take care,
Kathy0 -
Congratulations on 29 lbs lost, that's so great !! I need to get back to a nightly walk with the dog definitely ... she has lots of fur so she will be fine while I can't seem to warm up lately ! Keep up the good work ! Hope you get a great new job you really like !0
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:flowerforyou: I went for my mammogram today and when I was seated with the woman at the desk giving my information and signing papers I got to thinking about all of you who work at desks or computers and don’t have time many opportunities during your work day for exercise…….then I noticed that the woman I was talking to got up from her chair and walked to the printer to get each piece of paper while the woman seated to her left rolled over to the printer in her chair…there are ways to get a bit more exercise even at a sedentary job.
:bigsmile: They are so nice at the mammogram place…I’ll get results in the mail next week….they are usually fast with them. Barbie from NW Washington
Resolutions for November (with middle of the month comments)
*yoga once a week (no yoga so far this month)
*weight training three days a week (five sessions in two weeks)
*recumbent bike 60 minutes a day (60 minutes or more almost every day)
*say “OK”---be agreeable (most of the time)
*stay in the moment (only a few lapses)
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Good evening lovely ladies--
I've been MIA for a while. I've been logging, reading and keeping up with my friends but every time I get ready to post my mind goes blank.:blushing:
I've been out of sorts lately and I'm not sure why. Even as I sit here now I'm not sure what to post. :ohwell:
I had an extremely bad food day yesterday. We had a Thanksgiving luncheon at work yesterday and I overindulged. THANKSGIVING #1. Scale was up this morning (but not weigh day) so it doesn't count. :laugh: :laugh: I did better today. Have not been getting any exercise in. That might have something to do with my mood.
We've been really busy. We're already starting to get ready for the holidays. My entire family is coming for Christmas and we (mostly DH) are painting. DH is just finishing painting two walls in the living room.
We have a huge Sunday School campaign going which ends with Family Day this Sunday. Sunday School and service followed by Thanksgiving dinner and a concert. I'm making one of 50 turkeys plus dressing. It is one of the highlights of our year. THANKSGIVING #2.
Next week I will be cooking for DH, DD,DSIL and a friend. THANKGSGIVING #3. Of course there are favorite recipes that everyone will expect so I will make them and try not to eat too much.
Is anyone who has lost a lot having problems with being cold now? I just seem to be cold most of the time. The only change is the weight loss.
I can't remember everyone's posts but congratulations on new jobs, weights losses, NSV's and exercise done.
I haven't done as well with drinking water as I did when it was warmer but remember to :drinker: :drinker: :drinker: :drinker: :drinker:
Have a great Friday and weekend if I don't get back to you.
Micki0 -
Oh my Ladies! It has been a painfully long day:huh: .
I went into work early thinking I would get my project done and my reports ready before I am out of the office next week. NO CHANCE of that
:grumble: ! The lady in the office today was a chatty Kathy:explode: and I ended up making a total mess of my reports:mad: :mad: . Thank goodness I noticed my mistakes before I turned it in. I ended up staying 2 hours over to correct everthing:grumble: :grumble: .
That of course made dinner late . I just got back from the gym, WHEW:ohwell: !! I will be glad to get out of the office for a few days,even if it is to get ready for 20+ guests for Thanksgiving dinner:noway: :laugh: .
I am stuck on a plateau and haven't lost a pound this month:grumble: . I haven't gained any, so I suppose I have something to be thankful for:ohwell: :huh: . But that also means I won' t be making my goal for my Novermber 24th:grumble: :noway: ! Oh, well. It will be good when it does happen:bigsmile: .
My boss bought tickets for my family and myself to go see her daughter's high school drama club dinner theater tomorrow night
. My husband is thrilled....not :laugh: :laugh: . He hates musicals and high school plays:noway: . They are doing Guys and Dolls. I don't imagine there will be much on the menu that fits in with my new lifestyle, but I will eat before I go so I won't be hungry and make a mistake. Her daughter is a very sweet young lady .
Well, I have case studies to grade before I make it to bed:yawn: .:yawn: Everyone have a nice evening.:flowerforyou: :flowerforyou:
Jolene0 -
Hello everyone,
Like Kathy, I can’t believe it’s Friday already (well tomorrow anyway). The other day I watched Dr Oz, must have been Monday because it’s a daytime show and I’m never home in the daytime unless it’s a weekend or statutory holiday. Anyway, he had a 3-day cleanse that he designed and I decided to try it. I used to do a cleanse every spring but the last couple of years I’ve not been able to complete it as I felt so bad on it. But lately I’ve been feeling very bloaty and uncomfortable and like my system is too slow. So I printed out the recipes (it’s a full organic cleanse) and did the fruit and veg shopping and I started it this morning. I did feel a little uncomfortable this afternoon and have no idea how one drinks 4 of these various smoothies a day, 3 was way more than I wanted and I feel a little too full. However, they taste pretty good so drinking them is not a problem (except for the volume). I am feeling very tired though so am going to bed right after this post. I entered the recipes on MFP and the breakfast, lunch and dinner total to 1275 cals – over on carbs, under on protein, dead on the fat quotient, high on fiber (of course). I still have half the lunch drink in the fridge for tomorrow, just couldn’t get it all down.
Kathy – sorry about the job ending but glad your walks are getting less painful.
Andrea – welcome and how great you found this quote right away. It really is a great group of ladies.
DeeDee – great loss!!!!! What book are you reading (along with the other 3 waiting)?
Liz – I hope your Thursday was better than yesterday, keep the chin up, you’re a strong and caring woman. Hugs.
Amanda – don’t be so hard on yourself, we are all human and have moments like that. We know you really care so don’t beat yourself up about an aberrant thought.
Carolyn – kettlebells look dangerous to me (I’m a total klutz and would probably break my own leg with one).
Lin and Linda – I’ve had that happen frequently; I just go back and complete the day again until it shows up. MFP has been kind of odd to me lately, screens freezing and booting me out (haven’t lost a post yet though - saying that probably jinxed me).
JB – I love the dogs in hats – just precious! To add to the Rosemary thread – I love using the blue flowers in salads in the summer. They have a taste between Rosemary and Lavender to me. Your little found note made me laugh. At the moment it’s the only way I feel flexible.
WhoDatLizzie – blessings on your husband for his caring and helping nature. Sounds like you are staying on track even when faced with obstacles such as yummy teas.
Rose – looks like you are doing really well, try out the skinnytaste.com website. The recipes make everyone a good cook – I just saw a roasted pumpkin sage soup that I’m going to try out.
Micki – I don’t know how I would do with 3 Thanksgivings facing me.
Jolene – oh, your day sounded so busy. When do you get to see the Guys and Dolls musical? I can’t remember the last time I went to a high school musical – must be 10 or 12 years ago, DD1 used to do the choreography for them and DD2 the costumes. I kind of miss those days.
Good night ladies, off to bed to read again, didn’t quite finish it last night so have about 2 chapters left. Sleep well and have a great Friday.
Lila0 -
Is anyone who has lost a lot having problems with being cold now? I just seem to be cold most of the time. The only change is the weight loss.
Micki
:flowerforyou: since I lost weight I've been extra cold
so I wear wool socks, thermal underwear, turtlenecks and sweatshirts or sweaters and have an extra blanket on my bed.....when I go out I wear a knitted wool hat and scarf and a wool coat :bigsmile: :bigsmile: Barbie from NW Washington 0 -
I just want to say a huge thank you to all of you lovely ladies for your support and understanding. It really means a lot to have somewhere to come and be open without judgement.
Last night my dad called an ambulance and was carted off to A&E again. Why? Because he couldn't reach me on the phone (I was on my way home from work and there is no reception on the underground). He said he thought he was having a heart attack. When I got to the hospital the doctor had already done a barrage of tests and basically told my dad that his heart was as sound as a bell. I'm not sure if it put my dad at ease or not. Now he's just convinced that he has cancer. I'm going with him next week when he has his scan on his tummy. Fingers crossed.
Must work.
Love to all.
Amanda x0 -
TGIF Lovely Ladies!!!
Woke up with my back hurting a bit and not sure if it is age or exercise related...Have not tried the kettlebells yet so can't blame that. I want to try them this weekend after I thoroughly review and practice proper technique... More to come on that!!
Wonder if I will have wings or a broomstick today??? LOL
Rose- WTG for sticking to the plan...It does take time for the new routine to set in....
Andrea- Welcome to a great bunch of awesome ladies full of lots of encouragement and support!
DeeDee- Yay for your loss!! I am doing the happy dance for you! Glad you were able to spend quality time with your friends.
Kathy- Great attitude about your last day at work... Hopefully the transition will be smooth for you...
Barbie- Glad your mammogram is done. Good luck on the results. As always thanks for your words of wisdom. I consider my job somewhat sedentary. I started using a basic pedometer and the staff is beginning a 10,000 step challenge at work!!
Micki- Three Thanksgivings!!! Wow-ser! Good luck making it light. Sorry you have been out of sorts... Hope you start to find the sunshine again!!!
Jolene- Chatty Kathy needs to let you get your work done. Some people sometimes don't take our hints very well.... I am also on a plateau so I know how you feel. Hang in there and it will end soon. Enjoy Guys and Dolls. My DH would only go if DD # 1 was in the show. Otherwise I would go by myself!
Lila- Good luck on the cleanse. Let me know how it works and how you like it. Is the plan posted on his website?
Amanda- Hope your Dad finds some peace and security soon. Sounds like he may be scared... Hope you can identify his issues and move forward. Thinking of you....
jb- Can't wait to hear your Friday words!!
Tigress and Meg- Hope you guys feel better soon!
Michele- You are a saint to watch those kitties!!! Can't wait to hear about your tales!!!! (Should it be tails??)
To other ladies- I am choosing wings today.... Hope you do too!!!
Take care,
Carolyn0 -
Yay! I made the 30 mark!:happy: Really motivated now to keep going! I do have another 30 to get to where I was 11 yrs ago and then probably a little more to truly be at a good weight! I just break it down into small goals and realize how much healthier I'm getting! Just wish the rest of the family would get on board but at least they do eat most of my healthy meals! My hand has been kind of numb and tingly last night and this morning, thinking of getting it checked out after my last day of work today. Have a great one all!
Kathy:drinker:0 -
Hi ho, Friday, fabulous fun day. What else is Friday? Fantastic. :happy:
Today I take a routine break from my routine - every Friday J'boy and I go to the Tim Horton's drive through for breakfast (though they stopped carrying the egg salad sandwich I used to get, so now I have to find another high nutrition-low(ish) calorie option on their menu. No donut holes!
Multi-age groups at school. Today we are studying the principles of levers by building tiny catapults out of craft sticks. We will then attack the castle with cotton balls. Last time I did this project I brought in mini-marshmallows for ammunition - that proved a bit dangerous. The marshmallows hurt a bit when they are propelled with force, and they are too tempting for some students to resist eating. Cotton balls seem a safer (and healthier) option.
I am going to assign two students in each group to record the action using iPads and prepare a presentation for the principal (just in case she wonders why I am teaching them how to made medieval weapons!)
Oh yes, it's going to be fun.
J'boy is ready and I must be off,
Hasta pronto,
Nancy0
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