Smilesback--congratulations on the exercise and the lower number on the scales. What are you doing that's making exercise fun or interesting?

My only big news is that I've been logging consistently on MFP for 2years, as do today. I don't know if that's good or bad, but I know for sure that I'll need to log for the rest of my life. Exercise, too is very important, but has to be fun or I won't do it. Even with that, every few months I get bored and have to find something else to do. I'm concentrating mostly on toning and getting some strength in my arms using small hand weights. It's not much, but I've found that everything helps.

Oh, Wanda, so very sorry about your fur baby. I know how hard it is, and am sending you comforting thoughts.

Today, I'm suffering from a serious food hangover. :sick:

My brother called yesterday afternoon to tell me that mom was going to have some emergency heart surgery. The cardiac surgeon said without the surgery she would die; at least the procedure would give her a little bit of a chance. And they wanted to do it immediately before she deteriorated any further. I got to talk to her for a minute, but she was pretty out of it. She's 95, and getting more frail by the day. I wasn't in the mood to cook, so Rick brought food home - it's a meal that I've had before and fits my plan. But I didn't stop there, of course. I stayed within MFP guidelines, but not my own and KNEW better even as I munched. The good news is that mom came through surgery very well; the problem is fixed and they were going to let her come out of the anesthesia naturally overnight. Waiting for my brother to get to the hospital and bring me up to date, but in this case no news is very good news.

And today I feel really icky. What I really want to do is just lay on the couch and 'sleep it off'. Instead, I forced :grumble: myself to put on my walking shoes and do most of my morning routine. Since I waited longer than normal, it's really hot out there. And although I don't feel better, I don't feel worse, and am kind of pleased that I resisted the couch. I'm going to let my body tell me when and what to eat today; half of last night's dinner is in the fridge & either I'll get Rick to eat it for a snack or it may find its way to my friend the trash can.

Reminds me why I don't drink often. I don't like beer, wine gives me a headache, so I am 'stuck' with hard liquor. And just never can figure out when to stop. Yeah, picture this old chick being taught how to twerk. In public :laugh: Luckily there are no videos, so I can deny it ever happened.

Another bit of mixed news, and then I'll shush. The good news is that my weight loss efforts are FINALLY starting to show up on this big hanging-over pouch that I carry around like a kangaroo. (sorry about the TMI) The bad news is that it's starting in one spot, and it isn't pretty. I'm trying to convince myself that it will all even out, while in the back of my mind I'm trying to figure out how I can stash enough cash for plastic surgery :bigsmile:
-ker

Hello everyone!

I am new to MFP and this group. You all seem like close-knit friends, and that's what I'm looking for in losing the weight. I am 65 years old and live in Seattle now, although I have lived many places both stateside and overseas (Panama, Honduras, China, Taiwan, France). I have one son and a granddaughter who is almost 7. Her picture is on my weight scale.

I really enjoy swimming and have recently gotten very active in doing water HIIT (high-intensity intervals) at our local YMCA. Do not know what I'd do without the Y!

Also, MFP is such a great tool because I get immediate feedback after entering my food. I have learned the value of at least trying to plan ahead for what I eat.

Looking forward to sharing with you all.

-Sue:blushing:

Welcome, Sue. I am so glad that I found this group back in April. so much support and understanding. Oh, and fun!

Ker: I assume the achy head is gone and you have learned your lesson. Yeah right! It is one lesson, I still have not entirely learned either. However, my hangovers are also likely to come from carbs. I will feel the same way if I overdo.

Reba: Sounds like it was a wonderful event and what a fantastic thing to do for your customers!

Pam: After work today, I will meet a friend for dinner and then we are going to the "100 Foot Journey." Seems my favorite movies are about food! Last one was Chef. I will try to hit the theater in the park tomorrow night (weather determined). This month's production is "The Merry Wives of Windsor." For me, nothing beats the bard. Otherwise, I would really like to have a low-key Sunday (day off) as my Mondays are always so busy (even though it is my day off).

Working out will be limited to lunchtime today. Beautiful August day. Who would ever believe that I would go to work this morning, mid-August, in the mid-West and the temperature was only 46 degrees. Going to be a beautiful day again today! I'll try a good workout tomorrow as the gym will be closed then for three days. Plan is to walk outside and pull out the clubs for a trip to the driving range!

Have a great weekend. I need to get started here!
Hugs to everyone,
Charlie

Great reminder to start the week off with...

Our 3yo Granddaughter is having a terrible bout with asthma. She has been to the ER twice and to her Dr today. She is really suffering. All prayers would be greatly appreciated.

I am going to there house tomorrow so that both parents can get back to work. Our DD said she was sleeping much better. Has been asleep for 1 1/2 hr. so maybe they have a handle on it. Just so very hard to see a little one go through this.

I will talk to you all tomorrow evening after I get home.

Reba, you are a really good gp and hope your gd feels comforted with you are there.
Jean, so true about distribution, would like to be a tube of toothpaste and push it where it belongs or squeeze it out
BVIfun, Ustillcan and Wooken and everyone - have a wonderful week!

TODAY IS IMPORTANT! Because of what I do - Thanks for that reminder

I am finishing up house maintenance chores today. Still anxious to hear power is back on for son from hurricane Iselle so roof can get repaired etc.

For myself, I am working on losing a 0.5 lb a week. I weighed 155 lbs July 1st and today I am 152.8 lbs. I tend to eat too much so it doesn't stay off. I am using all my MFP friends for support, eating less and shaking things up here and there. I started garcinia a week ago and that started to help me control my appetite while increasing my activity level.

Sending out positive thoughts for everyone who struggles. Stay strong! Live long!

I just love Fitness Pal, it is so easy to just put in what you eat, and it makes you accountable. My daughter and I are doing it together, which makes it a lot easier. I look forward to making some friends on this long journey.

Reba,

You have been in my thoughts. So glad your little girl is doing better.
Claudine

Wanda

Love the fan -- stealing!!

ME TOO! :laugh:

My mother had emergency surgery earlier this week, and is (very very) slowly recovering in the hospital. They will be releasing her this weekend or early next week, but she needs to be in a skilled nursing facility - so yet another move out of the residence she was in. Doc says she's living a 'fine line'.

I've been talking a lot with my brother, who is handling the medical and logistics of all of this. We both know that if i want to spend any more time with Mom while she is still somewhat aware of our visits, now is the time. In addition, he has asked me to take the lead on handling the sorting and clearing out of her home, as well as getting it ready for sale. Will need a bit of creativity since I'm about 1200 miles away, but it's a task I'll take care of gladly.

Sooo... I'm preparing to leave early tomorrow morning to drive up there by myself. I plan on being in Wisconsin for several weeks working at the house and driving into Madison to visit Mom. I don't really look forward to the drive; my night vision isn't what it used to be and it's been 15 years since I did the drive alone, but the convenience of having my Jeep with me and to haul donations and bring stuff back as needed is worth it. I'm going to see how it goes - I will end up spending one or two nights in hotels because it's about a 22-24 hour drive (not much calorie burn in that :laugh: )

This is an open ended trip - don't know how long I'm going to be gone. Will be staying at Mom's house, and there is no longer internet service there so may be kind of scarce on MFP. I can use my phone to check in, but I'm probably only going to keep my diary to check on 'eat out' food - not quite sure yet. The bottom line is that while I plan on being careful about what I eat and I know that I'll be getting plenty of walking and toting exercise, I'm just not going to be around much for a while, so please forgive my lack of commenting and involvement.

While I was out yestderday doing some of my errands, Rick let me know that I better also pick up some hurricane prep stuff because of a big orange X out there:frown: . They've moved the expected path more towards Florida now; I hope it just peters out, but if it doesn't - you all be safe please. It is that time of year, though, so I've added 'organize hurricane stuff so Rick can find it' to my ToDo list... sheesh.