Yeah, sorry about the lack of activity. School is brutal this term and the fire department is chewing up a lot of my time. We are in the midst of battling the county commission, but I can't say much on that front other than they are conducting themselves inappropriately. It's discrimination, cutting our funding for no justified reason while others still get their portion, libel, on a few commissioners all on record, official misconduct, etc. The county has one opportunity to remedy the situation or we are suing them for figures they really can't afford. We have the proof, we have the laws violated, it's a slam-dunk in court. It's their choice...

As for me, I try to relax when I can. Very stressful these days. I hope to have a better month this month. I only lost five pounds last month and I'm not really satisfied with that. Sure, it's better than nothing, but I think I've hit a plateau. I lost 17 pounds each of the prior two months (June and July). August wasn't so kind, but we will get it fixed. I'm in need of some new fruit ideas. I like many fruits, but the same old thing is getting a bit blah... Any ideas or fresh takes on this? Thanks.

Hey! Great job on getting that scale to move! Keep it up!

I just completed my first 5k in six years last week and am going to do another one in a month or so. It helps keep me motivated to keep on keepin' on!

Do you like Greek yogurt? When my sister was living with us, she liked to make my lunches for work. One thing she did that I loved was mix one or two kinds of Greek yogurt together with one or two kinds of fruit. It was something I could control & easily fit into my diary, but it was always something a little different each time.

Lately I've been cutting up two kinds of fruit, throwing them into a Tupperware container, and taking them to work for a snack or to eat with the wrap I bring for lunch.

Good luck and I hope your September is better than your August

I love plain 0% Greek yogurt with fresh fruit or even a teaspoon of fruit preserves. It is lower calorie than flavored Greek yogurts and the protein keeps me satisfied. Adding a sprinkle of granola or Kashi Go Lean Crunch is even more satisfying. I have started cooking with the Greek yogurt. It makes great low calorie ranch dressing and I use it in place of sour cream in chili or Mexican meals.

let's see, who else?

Donna8m, you are back on the wagon just by logging in. If you log every day it does not matter if you are over calories or under exercise. Eventually it will take hold and behaviors will start to change. If no progress and you feel you should be assessed by a professional, then you have valuable background info to share with them.

Tansy, it is ironic that workers in Behavioral Health are often the most stressed. Which leads to eating for comfort. Which is a behavioral health issue. Which you are addressing in part by being here! Your avatar indicates great priorities, regardless of the other stuff. I and my family rely on BH for a variety of things.