Check in June 5th, 2014
tishtash77
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Morning all, my crazy 5 year old decided 5.45am was a good time to come get into my bed, turn my fan on and then grin at me until I melted. So I am the thread opener for the day but have not had the giver of awareness and knowledge, also known as coffee, so no great conversation starter. I am amazed I was able to type this many sentences as it is 
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The last couple days, my 14-month old wakes up around 3am and just sits in his crib and chats for awhile before he goes back to sleep. Thankfully, I have not been required to participate in whatrever is going on in there. My husband and I think he has a radio show and since he is starting out, he has to take a really bad time slot.
~Becky in Florida0 -
lol Becky that is cute, and thank goodness you are not required to respond and he goes back to sleep cos that is definitely too early!
Natasha x0 -
Morning Mamas and Non-Mamas alike! I've been up for just about 4 hours now, almost 32oz of coffee in me and still having a hard time forming sentences.
FINALLY lost a tad bit of weight. It had been....holy crap, I can't even count I really am having issues this morning hang on I have to get a calendar and look... ok.. 16 days since I dropped any weight. Even now, it's questionable because if I lean on my right leg, it goes up. BUT, it is not up as high as yesterday so I am counting it as a loss.:bigsmile: Probably because I didn't get up and eat ONCE last night. Woo hoo for me!0 -
My day just started so I haven't done much yet. Waiting for a client to call so I can know when to drive to her house. Anyway I decided to step on the scale today even though I'm nowhere close to the end of the month weigh in. I've been keeping spreadsheets with all my numbers that calculates my total net cal deficit and estimates my current weight and after entering yesterdays numbers, the projected weight loss was 299. The scale said 300.4lbs, almost to my first goal of being back under 300 and very close to my first 10% loss. But a good way to start out the day. It's nice to have some good news and a little positive motivation.0
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Congrats on the approaching goal, RatPat13!
Sorry to the early wakers...
Congrats on making the scale budge, blondageh!
**Oh, and Becky, that is so beyond adorable!! Y'all are blessed to have each other AND a sense of humor. (hugs)
Have a question for everyone - kind of related to checking in, because sanity is in short supply today. If I should post somewhere else, someone just holler.
Anyone know if "carb flu" or carb withdrawals can make you angry, aggressive, manic, and uncaring? Or insatiably hungry? Not giving a flip about anything and being a crazy person? Last week before my oreo binge, I was feeling sick like a sinus infection/cold type of thing...now I'm a raving psychotic lunatic. Can I blame carb withdrawal or is this just me?
Carly in SanityIsOverratedLand, OK0 -
Love the morning mama stories today! Becky, I laughed so hard about the early time slot!! Congrats on another pound gone, Heather! And no night eating!
I was in a crappy place last night after arguing with hubs (he takes a weekly testosterone shot and is a bear the next day!!!). I also opened an invitation to my own surprise party on the 28th (I open ALL the mail Or my ADHD hubs would let it sit on the desk for months. Of course he thought I was snooping. I just thought it was for a wedding or anniversary invite.). This is going to sound super whiny but I really do NOT want a party! The daughters of a friend who is also turning 50 are throwing us a centennial party, and o f course they'll throw it here because we have a lake house. Only my house is a junked up mess and I just don't have the body power to unjunk it right now. I'm in the middle of a prednisone taper and am exhausted and in horrible b pain. I'm trying not to b eat carbs. Plus we JUST had a long discussion about not hosting our usual July 4th blowout because of the expense. Biggest cost is $300 to pump the septic. If we don't, that many people flushing equals leaking septic all over the lawn. So I say to hubs, "I'm just going to ask one question and then pretend I don't know about b the party... Are you going to get the septic pumped?" He says, "Oh! We probably should!" Hellooooooo? Seriously????
So anyway, I slept terribly, stressed about a party I don't want, photos I don't want to be in, food I won't be able to eat, money for septic we don't have, and a husband who thinks I'm ungrateful.
I know it's not officially b#tch day, so I apologize. I medicated myself with three peanut butter and jelly sandwiches for h breakfast and feel like death now. Aaaarrrggggghhhhhh!0 -
Congrats on the approaching goal, RatPat13!
Sorry to the early wakers...
Congrats on making the scale budge, blondageh!
**Oh, and Becky, that is so beyond adorable!! Y'all are blessed to have each other AND a sense of humor. (hugs)
Have a question for everyone - kind of related to checking in, because sanity is in short supply today. If I should post somewhere else, someone just holler.
Anyone know if "carb flu" or carb withdrawals can make you angry, aggressive, manic, and uncaring? Or insatiably hungry? Not giving a flip about anything and being a crazy person? Last week before my oreo binge, I was feeling sick like a sinus infection/cold type of thing...now I'm a raving psychotic lunatic. Can I blame carb withdrawal or is this just me?
Carly in SanityIsOverratedLand, OK
Carly, carb withdrawal symptoms are tough! You're asking your body to use fat and protein for fuel, a much more difficult metabolic process, and it's going to protest. Also, read a bit about sugar addiction and its mood altering properties. You might need a transitional antidepressant like Celexa. I'm right there with you- -struggling to stay away from the poison!!!
Karen in Maine0 -
Hello Everyone! And thanks again for all of the birthday wishes. I had a great day despite my automobile woes!
Regarding yesterdays posts...Money is always such an issue...I just need to keep in mind all the ways I will be able to save money as I get healthier. Plus, with all of the newfound energy...I may find other ways to make more money!!!
Today my 5th graders (I am an elementary music teacher) perform their musical that we've been working on since January. They perform once for the school, then again this evening for friends and family. Busy, busy, busy!!! It's called Pirates! The Musical. They have worked sooooo hard. -->One proud teacher here <---
Angie (WV)0 -
Karen,
It must have been a night for arguing with husbands in Maine last night because I did the same thing here. Totally has thrown me for a loop and I can't get out of my own way...or the fridge...the kitchen... the pantry. Between last night and this morning I think I have eaten about 10 cookies. I also ate 2 cheeseburgers last night and felt so full and sick after I did that, but still ate cookies. UGH! And I can't take this weather any more. I want sun and I want it for more than 2 days in a row!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Ok. Enough of that.
Cute early morning wake up stories! I have to admit I miss them sometimes.
Congrats on the scales going down Rat and Heather.
Carly, I'm sure that the carb withdrawal is a real thing. I think you have said you are doing low carb because of a dr's orders, but maybe you went too far too quick cutting them out?? I don't know..just kinda thinking out loud. Good luck getting through it, hopefully it ends soon!
I need to go finish making more cookies. To replace the ones I ate last night and this morning. But my promise to myself today and in front of all of you, is no more cookies for me today!
Diana in soggy, foggy, yucky Maine0 -
No thanks on the anti-depressant. I have been down that road off and on for twenty years. Nothing ever helps, it is all a stop gap measure, like putting a band-aid on a bullet wound. I don't want to add one more medication for any reason other than life-threatening issue. Sincerely. I truly appreciate the sympathy, but I'll taking being a raving lunatic over the roller coaster of all that mess (I think anti-depressants mess me up more than carbs!)...
That being said, I'm hoping my situation is mostly short term. I've already drastically cut back on everything since Feb, and just flipping macros around now. Didn't even cut carbs in half. Can still eat dark chocolate in small doses...and it has been helping the waistline as far as I can tell... I just don't like feeling like this. I want to do every single thing in a single moment and if it isn't done, all hell will break lose.
Usually my PMS starts like this when it is really bad, but I'm on meds that I shouldn't have PMS/cycles/periods at all, but it isn't working consistently due to stress and all around hormonal screw ups that is my body... I'll just push hard on workouts if I can and see if I can't blast through...if not, I'll be back for sympathy...and maybe the name of the medicine...
Also, I've done Atkins before and I did really well on it, but that was 10-15 years ago...and probably less weight (I don't remember exactly). I think I lost about 10-15 pounds a month doing it... But I ate a lot of sugar-free stuff with sugar alcohol which my digestive tract REALLY doesn't like...
So, sorry to all to sound like a manic raving drug-addled lunatic... Just searching for hints of sanity...0 -
Anyone know if "carb flu" or carb withdrawals can make you angry, aggressive, manic, and uncaring? Or insatiably hungry? Not giving a flip about anything and being a crazy person? Last week before my oreo binge, I was feeling sick like a sinus infection/cold type of thing...now I'm a raving psychotic lunatic. Can I blame carb withdrawal or is this just me?
Carb withdrawal is REAL. First off, when carbs hit the digestive system (even healthy carbs) they are received just like sugar...the body does not chemically distinguish between the two...Now I am in no way trying to make a case for a no carb diet...however, knowledge is power. (IF this topic interests you I highly suggest you listen to the SmarterScienceoSlim podcast...start at the beginning.)
I have found that keeping my carbs low at lunch...helps me avoid cravings during my danger time...3-7pm. I allow carbs for breakfast & dinner. But at LUNCH...I try (not always successfully) to avoid bread, pasta, and rice. Low glycemic fruits like berries and citrus fruits with protein and veggies.
Making sure I eat at least 30grams of protein at every meal (B, L, and D) also helps eliminate cravings. And I have to work to get up to 30 grams...hardboiled eggs, chicken, etc.
PLEASE UNDERSTAND THIS IS WHAT WORKS FOR ME...EVERYONE IS DIFFERENT. But, if it helps.0 -
My day just started so I haven't done much yet. Waiting for a client to call so I can know when to drive to her house. Anyway I decided to step on the scale today even though I'm nowhere close to the end of the month weigh in. I've been keeping spreadsheets with all my numbers that calculates my total net cal deficit and estimates my current weight and after entering yesterdays numbers, the projected weight loss was 299. The scale said 300.4lbs, almost to my first goal of being back under 300 and very close to my first 10% loss. But a good way to start out the day. It's nice to have some good news and a little positive motivation.
HA! We are the SAME exact weight if I lean on my right leg that is... See, I'm freaking hot as snot..I don't understand why you are so down on yourself all the time. As a guy, you actually get to weigh more period. So in reality, I am a lot heavier than you unless you are like 4'10". Congrats on the weight loss. How much more until haircut?0 -
I know it's not officially b#tch day, so I apologize. I medicated myself with three peanut butter and jelly sandwiches for h breakfast and feel like death now. Aaaarrrggggghhhhhh!
Oh Karen! I totally get it! There is NOTHING like the stress of throwing your OWN party. They may think they are doing it FOR you, but having it at YOUR house just puts all the pressure on you, septic or not. People don't think. They always tell me, oh we don't care if you your house is perfect, well so WHAT!? I CARE and you know I am going to bust my *kitten* until everything IS perfect so deal with it.
Poor thing. I would say once hubby's T is under control, ask him if he has thought about all that needs to be done and made sure it gets done without added pressure on you. If not, you'd prefer it takes place at a restaurant or not at all. STRESS OVER. You will feel guilty for like 3 days, but it is better than 3 weeks of torture and stress trying to get things done.0 -
No thanks on the anti-depressant. I have been down that road off and on for twenty years. Nothing ever helps, it is all a stop gap measure, like putting a band-aid on a bullet wound. I don't want to add one more medication for any reason other than life-threatening issue. Sincerely. I truly appreciate the sympathy, but I'll taking being a raving lunatic over the roller coaster of all that mess (I think anti-depressants mess me up more than carbs!)...
That being said, I'm hoping my situation is mostly short term. I've already drastically cut back on everything since Feb, and just flipping macros around now. Didn't even cut carbs in half. Can still eat dark chocolate in small doses...and it has been helping the waistline as far as I can tell... I just don't like feeling like this. I want to do every single thing in a single moment and if it isn't done, all hell will break lose.
Usually my PMS starts like this when it is really bad, but I'm on meds that I shouldn't have PMS/cycles/periods at all, but it isn't working consistently due to stress and all around hormonal screw ups that is my body... I'll just push hard on workouts if I can and see if I can't blast through...if not, I'll be back for sympathy...and maybe the name of the medicine...
Also, I've done Atkins before and I did really well on it, but that was 10-15 years ago...and probably less weight (I don't remember exactly). I think I lost about 10-15 pounds a month doing it... But I ate a lot of sugar-free stuff with sugar alcohol which my digestive tract REALLY doesn't like...
So, sorry to all to sound like a manic raving drug-addled lunatic... Just searching for hints of sanity...
I was going to say it's diet restriction related, but almost 90lbs down....You got this..then PMS related...but like you said, you don't have it sooo.. Girl you crazy...! :drinker: Welcome to the club! :drinker: (Just kidding!)
It could be a number of things. Stress, carb withdrawal, hormones. How long has it been? I know 1 day is long enough, anything over 3 days is damn scary. If it gets really bad, don't try and tough it out. Get into your doctor ASAP. Something isn't right.0 -
Heather, honey, you are always full of such good advice and support. Thank you so much!!! You're b like a little pocket Buddha who lives in my phone.
I think I figured out the photobucket thing, so here's my front yard:
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Karen,
It must have been a night for arguing with husbands in Maine last night because I did the same thing here.
Diana in soggy, foggy, yucky Maine
Oh, Diana, I hear you!!! We turned the heat on again last night!!! Enough already!!!!0 -
Carb crazies - I can totally relate!
Before January, Carbs were my main food group and we were lifelong friends. I could easily eat half a loaf of bread for a snack!
During the last 6 months, my moods have been crazy and unstable. I get teary, frustrated and angry but this I think is linked to hunger.
One thing that I have noticed is that my breath is terrible since seriously cutting down on the carbs and this is something to do with fat burning I've been told :-)
Kaela x0 -
Time for some belly-rubbing kitty therapy.
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Time for some belly-rubbing kitty therapy.
OMG! There you are! You look so young and yes, you DO have blue sparkling eyes! :smokin: Cool Kitty :smokin:0 -
I think I figured out the photobucket thing, so here's my front yard:
Ok, so I am moving to Maine.....see y'all... going home to pack!!!
- Heather (formerly of Texas.. soon to be Karen's couch in Maine)0 -
I don't think I look 50, which is the blessing of obesity- -I don't have wrinkles! Every time I get one, I fill it in with fat.0
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Just posted in the June fitness challenge and realised I do not know who won the May one. Did you do it yet Karen?
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Where is Julie? Did she say she was going to be absent for a few days? I didn't see the May challenge winner. Not sure aboot that.0
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I don't think I look 50, which is the blessing of obesity- -I don't have wrinkles! Every time I get one, I fill it in with fat.
Too much! :laugh:0 -
May Challenge.. I need to go back through the thread and make sure I have everyone for the drawing. Will do that on Sunday.0
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I was going to say it's diet restriction related, but almost 90lbs down....You got this..then PMS related...but like you said, you don't have it sooo.. Girl you crazy...! :drinker: Welcome to the club! :drinker: (Just kidding!)
It could be a number of things. Stress, carb withdrawal, hormones. How long has it been? I know 1 day is long enough, anything over 3 days is damn scary. If it gets really bad, don't try and tough it out. Get into your doctor ASAP. Something isn't right.
That 90 pounds is kind of misleading. My heaviest was around 2008. I lost the first bit over a few years. When I started with intention the first time, Jan 4, 2012, I weighed in around 300. By June, 2012, I was down to about 250. Between June 2012 and February 2014, I went back up to 272. In February, February 19th, to the exact, I started again, this time with difference focus and intention. So I'm down roughly 25 pounds for this "leg" of my journey. So while the 90 pounds is there, I so don't "got this." Every single day, nearly every single moment, is a challenge. I'm sure y'all all know what I mean. Nothing about this is easy.
Update: Thank Gods, my mood is better today. Still cranky-ish and a little edgy, but oh, so much better. I'll let you know if I need to borrow anyone's straight jack, but for now, I think I'm out on good behavior. 0
