I've been really watching my salt and nighttime snacking since I joined this group a couple of weeks ago, and lo and behold, 2 lbs down with not much difficulty. It sure helps that DH was read the riot act by his doctor about his weigh and BP, and I'm starting to win him over to the healthy side. I am not making desserts and he's not constantly bring irresistible treats home. Happy Friday everyone. On to the weekend soon.

Happy Saturday to all!

Did the grocery shopping today. Got my fruit and some sugarless Jell-O. I spice it up with whipped cream which doesn't add many calories. Its a nice treat.

I made an appointment to get my hair done next week. That always gives me shot in the arm, moodwise. I only get my hair done twice a year so its a big deal for me.

This is my off day for exercise...I did some time on the stationary bike yesterday. Will be crocheting this evening....have a LOT of projects that need finishing.

I wonder how many calories shopping burns? That's what I did most of today. DH and I took a trip to a city an hour south of us(we live in a small town) to go to a great outlet mall, and to Costco to stock up on healthy lunch options for both of us. I got some great deal on cute summer clothes. Because I don't plan on losing much more, and certainly not on gaining any, I am not longer in the "Wait until" group. "Until I lose weight" is here now. It feels good to put on cute tops in small sizes and see how I look now. It's hard to wrap my head around. I sometimes see the slim woman that other's see, but just as often see the fat girl who used to weigh 100 pounds more.

s. Because I don't plan on losing much more, and certainly not on gaining any, I am not longer in the "Wait until" group. "Until I lose weight" is here now. It feels good to put on cute tops in small sizes and see how I look now. It's hard to wrap my head around. I sometimes see the slim woman that other's see, but just as often see the fat girl who used to weigh 100 pounds more.

Congratulations, I bet it feels good and I hope you enjoy it. I am looking forward to this feeling - don't care if its summer, autumn, winter or heck even next summer as long as it happens.

had two days with family and friends activities

saturday my mom, sister and I went to town for a all day shopping , lunch and theatre. had a great day with lots of talking and walking.

today we had a once a year all family gathering (picnic) so my grandma her siblings and all offspring down to the last 1 being about 3 month old (4 generations all from my great grandma). was as always some missing but we where about 40 of us so made for great photos. we had great weather so could all be outdoors.

Diet went ok ate a few things i shouldn't eat but in small bites so I'm pleased.

Busy past couple of days... finally back on MFP! We had been away for a trip to the Alberta Rockies/Kananaskis for hiking & biking where I won a Sightseeing flight for two with Alpine Helicopters in a draw at the Alpine Club of Canada open house. Wooo Hooo! I love flight of any kind in any equipment! Then off for a sybaritic stay at a Relais & Chateaux boutique hotel with a 4 diamond restaurant and pampering. When we got back Sunday night, there were no groceries in the house (of course) so Monday was a day of eating out at fast food while running around & doing errands :indifferent: . At least it was the best possible choices of salads and fruit smoothies - nothing deep fried or fat covered.
We had a huge backlog of calls on our voice mail and had to catch up with those - mainly customers, but I was also headhunted by a security firm since I work as a volunteer with the RCMP here. Nice to have someone ask you to please work for them and choose whatever hours you would like. 'Oh, and send us your resume as a formality, but you ARE hired... if you want the job." So now I've got to check my schedule and book off all my vacation pre-arrangements and send them an email for what days/hours I want to work.

Happy happy happy!

@ Jill - Vancouver Island so Pacific
Got a quick walk in after visiting with our gym friend but not much else to report. Having a hard time getting my food back on track since the wknd festivities. I am either not eating and nibbling OR over eating at mealtime. Need to focus on getting this back on track because it certainly doesn't feel good and of course I don't feel satisfied which doesn't help. Tomorrow I plan on our morning walk and gym workout then the rest of the day packing non-essentials as 6 wks until we move!

Hi all!
Back home after traveling to SC to clear my MIL house to sell now that she has passed. Busy few days away, so no exercise (just packing, etc.). A pretty emotional experience, but thank god very little drama. I did track the best that I could as all meals were out or on the go. I was well over my goal of course. Weird thing, I am down 1/2 pound which in itself for me is huge.. ESPECIALLY after traveling. Maybe my goal 1250 is too low? When away over Memorial I gained 5 pound & once home being very focused only lost 4 of it in over 2 wks... very baffled!

Everyone sounds fantastic! Love the smoothie ideas & summer plans. I am looking forward to my 6pm happy hour bootcamp tonight. I am thankful that it is easy for me to jump back in to the exercise, I do enjoy it.

Have y'all heard of this page http://dietsarefattening.com? I have liked the FB page & one of my friends has had much success with it. I do think the diet industry is flawed at the very least...A bit hard to wrap my head around & the thought of it a bit scary. I am thinking of buying the book. What do you think?

Great job ladies, I applaud all your successes and your determination. We WILL DO this!! :bigsmile: :bigsmile: :drinker:
Karen