Need to Lose 100 LBS -Robins Thread !

Thank you Robin and TLH. it feels good but just a drop in the bucket.

@Robin I hate when that happens! It happens to me a lot when I post from my phone which is why you can usually tell when I post from my phone they are shorter and don't address as many people. I'm going to go check that post out now.

@WalkingQueen I had long hair almost halfway down my back until about 2 months ago when I cut and donated 12" and went to shoulder length. I have really thick hair that lays pretty flat, but my grays are all kinky curly odd so long or short I have to blow dry to keep those puppies from standing straight up on me. I love having my hair this length I can still get it out of my face when needed but it doesn't take as long to wash/dry and I still have enough length that if I'm feeling fancy I can curl it (but trust me I rarely feel fancy enough to spend the time to curl my hair). I teach as well so quick hair is a necessity (because not only am I getting ready but I have 3 girls under 10 to get ready as well - thankfully DH sticks around in the morning and does breakfast with them which gives me time to get us all ready).

Almost all of my food for the day is packed with me today. I have a meeting from 3-4:30 and another at 5:30 tonight and I live just far enough away from home that it doesn't make sense to drive home and then back (about 20 minutes out) so DH will come grab the kids from me between meetings and I'll eat my supper in my classroom before heading to meeting 2. Another day fully pre-planned so it helps me stay on track. I need to remember a few weeks from now that even though it is a pain in the booty to come down and pack my lunch/snacks for the day after I get the kids to bed I NEED to do it for ME!

Daily Calorie Challenge: 5/6 (with all the food I packed I still have 300 calories left when I get home so I feel good counting today)!

All In:
-Get in a quick walk (probably inside the building as it is negative bajillion degrees out) between my meetings
- Walk for 10 minutes during lunch
-Clean kitchen counter when I get home
- One load of laundry wash/dried/put away when I get home

I am not sure if the picture popped up but I am thinking about a cut like this for tomorrow.
Tuesday's goal is to get some food shopping done. Trying to not spend so much money on food at work. I will write more later. Also was thinking of doing this nice thing for my co-worker who lost a baby at 37 weeks. They actually got permission to take the baby home and take professional pics with him in their house for 3hrs, with that being said I was thinking of writing them a poem in remembrance of their son. Does the poem thing seem weird?
I have done a lunch walk 2/20
3/31 for under calories

I think the poem would be lovely Holly. What a tough thing to lose a baby like that.
As for the haircut: go for it. Looks to me like you have enough hair to pull it off.

hello everyone I haven't been on in a couple of days I really haven't been feeling well. I am so frustrated. I have been keeping up with my calories I'm at 5/30 days under calories called my old doctor today they did a test for diabetes and because they no longer are my doctor decided not to call me back and tell me I do have it. Of course called all around and couldn't find a doctor to take me but finally found one I can go to on Monday but was told he is going to take his own test so I will have to weight on starting to get treated for it. I don't know what to do I am so scared and have been crying all day because my dad got diabetes and 3 years after he died of cancer. Now I am just freaking out. Sorry guys I haven't read anyone's posts but I promise to try and get on later today if feeling better and read everyone's. i hope everyone has a blessed day.

Hello everyone! I'm here for the long haul & need encouragement & hope to give some as well. Please add me because I can't seem to figure out how to add friends. Lol. I turned down donuts this morning! He asked me 3 stinking times!!!

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@robin - I'm in Charlotte NC so we get to fly across the country to get to CA. Napa vacation planning is well under way. 3 most important things are done: flights booked, rental house booked and dog sitter scheduled. We don't go until June so I'm (for once) feeling way ahead of schedule!

@skinnyjeanz - Glad I'm not the only one who has better intentions than follow through. I suggested to DH that we spend 30 minutes on both Saturday and Sunday working on the attic. At least it would be a start. I had to laugh when you said Gunner holds the weather against you personally. My nickname on days when it's raining is "First Penguin". I have to go outside first and if I survive the rain, my dog will then come out. No sense taking chances.... at least in his mind.

AFM - Working hard at getting my eating under control. I'm also working on changing my mind set as far as what I'm trying to accomplish. I have to stop thinking that I need to lose 130 pounds. I did, but now I need to lose 32. I have to focus on that and forget what's done and gone.

Hope everyone has a good day!

Woops ... I caught that comment on better intentions than follow through ... and I wondered what your 'mantra' was?

Anyone else having a hard time getting back into the swing of things? With the move, holidays, etc. . . I was trying to give myself a “little” leeway, but I know it’s time to get right back on track. I know when I was doing the boot camp and eating high protein the weight was coming off. I may not go so hard core this time, but need to go back in that direction. I’m just not very motivated and just want to sleep. I’ve been going non-stop since the move, holidays, etc. . . and I think I need a weekend to just do nothing. I’ll get back on track. At least I’m not gaining and just maintaining, which is a good thing.

I’m going to use the rest of this week to clean out the pantry, fridge, etc. . . and plan my meals to cook this weekend then shop for the protein and veggies I’ll need. One day at a time. Right??!! I’m going to post later with my mantra and goals for myself. I took a while with personals to catch up from the past week. Sorry if I missed some folks.

Welcome to all the new faces!! I know it’s tough joining a thread or discussion group with so much activity. Some folks have been on here for 4+ years and our fearless leader RobinsEgg aka Ellen started this wonderful group. I’ve been on here 2 ½ years. These folks are my friends and we support each other through life whether that’s eating, exercising, family, kids, pets, death, etc. . . You’ll find everyone to be supportive and no negativity, but some gentle butt kicking when we need it. LOL!! A lot of folks come and go, but you’ll find the same 10-15 people who always post almost daily or at least a few times a week. Jump in and get to know us. Post when you can, but this is the group. Like us or dump us!!!

@ MNWalkingQueen (Holly) – Thanks for the encouragement. Why is it so often our loved ones and people who should care the most can hurt us the most? I’ll never understand. Also, I had to chuckle at your Trivial Pursuit comment. I’m in the same boat. I know what I know, but have some serious short term memory and can’t remember a thing. I’m lucky to get myself out the door every day. LOL!! Also, nice step count yesterday. Good for you!

@ MountMary – NE Wisconsin? Brrrr!! I’ve only been to Wisconsin twice business (cheese plants – surprise, surprise) and always try to go during the summer. Also, I read your post about the two deer. Holy cow!! It’s so scary and can cause some serious injury. I’m glad you guys were OK!!! I would have eaten a whole barrel of French Onion Dip with my bag of chips. Stress eating would have happened to me too. Hugs my friend!

@ LaurieK – You’ve had some busy holidays and it sounds like you’ve been having a little fun too. Good for you! Good luck getting back to school this week. I know it’s going to be a long week for all the teachers. Also, regarding your Mom and Dad, you're an AMAZING daughter. I know you've been so focused on them, but it's time for YOU! Yes, you have your trainer, rock climbing, and those things you've made part of your everyday life. But, you are missing the social aspect and unfortunately girlfriend we're not getting any younger. You need this independence and not to feel guilty one bit. If you want a girls night, party or even have a guy friend over for movie night, you don't have that independence of your own place. You're still in the same hometown or will be close enough to get there if need be. It's not like you're moving out of state or hours away. They will be just fine. You need to do this for YOU!!!!

@ MKknits – When you mentioned organization, I’m not sure if you’re on Facebook, but I found this really cool group called A Bowl Full of Lemons. It’s a woman’s blog too, but it’s basically a page for home organization. It’s a huge mix of people from singles to houses full of 10+ people. There’s everyone from big houses to little shacks (as one woman wrote), but the whole goal is helping each other be better organized no matter how big or small the task. Baby steps!

@ RobinsEgg (Ellen) – WOW! What a phone call with Kevin. I’m sure everything was just a blur for him. I hope things are OK for him. Many of us have been there and know that pain. Congrats on the new MFP role! I know the impact you've made on me and keeping this group going. They're lucky to have you!!

@ Skinny (Karen) – You’re advice to MKknits last week was right on target. I’ve used that excuse for years. I’ve been so focused on Cyrus and making sure he’s on target that I totally neglected myself and didn’t think I was worth it. I’m slowly learning I need to break that habit. Now I just use it as an excuse. Thanks for the reminder!! As far as my sister, for now she’s staying in Vegas. I wouldn’t be surprised if she moves back to the south by summer though. She may go stay with my parents for a while. With being debt free and basically no bills, she can do and go wherever. She still has her condo in ATL that she gets rent money from so she has some money coming in on a monthly basis. It’s paid off, which is good. I guess I’ll know once she decides. Also, LOVED your students posts and you’ve touched so many students. This was just one of them, but I know you’ve impacted a TON. Good for you!!! Also, yikes on the neighbor’s house – very scary and once again the MIL strikes. Hate that for you!!!

@ GrandmaKaye – Yes, black eyed peas and you can’t forget your collard greens. Very southern tradition on New Years.

@ MaryPoppins- My best friend lives in OH. She’s in the Columbus area and another friend lives in Dayton. I’ve got friends really all throughout OH since I grew up in western PA near Erie. I love Columbus and it has some great places for kids like COSI, which is a huge interactive Children’s Museum. Plus, they have one of the best zoo’s, which is actually run by Jack Hanna. It’s an awesome place!

@ NK1112 – You posted from my favorite musical of all time. I could watch it over and over again. Love me some Julie Andrews frolicking through the mountainside. LOL!!

@ Kjeffries (Katrena) – 2014 was good with another major life change moving from Las Vegas back to Atlanta. It’s like coming home though so I was good with the move. I’m really looking forward to getting settled back in the south and starting to focus on ME and my health again.

@ Cblue315 – Loved the Gloria Steinhem quote. So true! You’ve had a great year. While there were some hurdles, you have made some HUGE strides. So proud of you and keep pushing hard!!!

@ RobinB – Welcome back!!! It’s so good to see you again and I can’t wait to catch up. 18 lbs? No biggie!! You’ll have that off before you know it.

@ Mr. & Mrs. Morgori – Loved the 2014 Highlights!!! You guys are an awesome couple and so glad I got to meet you both. I just wish we could have gotten together more often.

@ Kah68 (Kelley) – Love the mantra! I need to remember that every day. It’s so true and I could post your exact same paragraph. SPIN, yoga and kickboxing? You’re living on the edge this year. LOL!!!

@ Tlh0407 – Great seeing you again! I was in and out the past 4 months plus had a major changed and moved back to GA. Lots going on, but I look forward to supporting you again!! Congrats to your sister and for her future family. I know it was tough, but I did have to chuckle at the “I hate you”. I think it’s inevitable our precious children will say something along the line. I’m waiting for the “I’m going to live with Dad”. It hasn’t happened yet (thank goodness), but I’ve heard some others like I’m the worst mom ever. I just kill him with kindness.

@ Tanya – Great seeing you again and I’m reading back a few pages too. I believe your mantra too I need to hear daily – One day at a time. I have to stop focusing so much on the future and handle the present day. Great advice!

Oh, and someone was asking what to bring to work if there was not a microwave... I have a microwave at work, but I found it such a hassle to bring food like salad, soup, casserole etc. because the fridge is 1. disgusting and 2. full of disgusting things that have been there forever and 3. the microwave is equally disgusting. So I bring a cooler bag with a frozen water bottle that keeps food chilled, and bring a sandwich and lots of snacks. I leave my main course for dinner. If it were the other way around, I'd eat my main course at home and eat my sandwich for dinner at work.