Need to Lose 100 LBS -Robins Thread !

Good morning everyone.

Happy International and National Waffle Day
Date When Celebrated :
International Waffle Day- March 25th
National Waffle Day- August 24th.
Waffle Day is a day that you can waffle on issues and decisions. And, it certainly is a day to eat waffles.
International Waffle Day
This holiday originated in Sweden. It is called Våffeldagen. The holiday coincides with the Feast of the Annunciation. This day was also considered the start of spring in Sweden and Europe. It became a custom for Swedish families to celebrate the two events by making waffles on this day.
National Waffle Day
Celebrates the patenting of the waffle iron by Cornelius Swarthout of Troy, New York on August 24, 1869.
The origin of the waffle: The waffle dates back to the 1300s in Greece. Greeks cooked flat cakes between two metal pans. At the time, they topped it with cheeses and herbs. Pancake syrup wasn't around back then.
Waffles are commonly eaten as breakfast or a snack. They are also an occasional dinner meal for some people.

“People only see what they are prepared to see.” ~Ralph Waldo Emerson

Tom

@AngelikaLumiere‌ - Ouchie! I've dislocated ribs a couple of times, and it hurrrrrrts. Fortunately it's a quick fix for the chiro, and the pain goes away quickly. Hope your son recovers quickly, too!

@kah68 - My little guys are just turning 3, and this month we made our first trips to the vet since they were fixed at about 6 months. Frost is a little perkier today, but still not interested in eating.

OK, I know it's not Thursday Truth yet, but I have to 'fess up - my no fast food vow has fallen by the wayside in the last couple of weeks. The first 3 weeks it wasn't that hard to stay focused, but I recognize that the stress of the past 1.5-2 weeks is causing me to seek comfort in the familiar, i.e. fast food. Having my (grouchy, opinionated, smells like cigarettes) Stepdad around every day working on my living room ceiling, and not being able to clean my house until this project is finished, has been very disruptive. I'm trying to work through that, trying to take back control where I can, etc. It's a growth experience, right?

Wednesday Wish: That the boy who had the skiing accident gets transported to Denver without any issues. Apparently, there is a hospital that specializes in these types of injuries and they have another 17 year old that has similar injuries at a similar time frame. It will be good for him to have someone his own age to talk to so they can help each other through the next couple of months (which is the earliest they can hope to go home).

Welcome to all the new folks here. You have found a great place to ask question, get some great advice, learn and laugh.
@Kelley…no I have never thought of it as a potential full time business. There are so many cake places. If I can average a cake a week that seems to fit into my life right now. Sounds like a productive talkyou had with your trainer…probably just another step towards being “normal” again.
@Brown-eyed… I hope they can get to the bottom of your stomach issues. Depending on the stress you are under, it manifests itself in many ways. When I needed to leave my husband, my body would itch…a deep, unscratchable itch. I checked with my doctor and there was nothing wrong. The moment I moved out, the itching stopped! Congrats on a new niece!
@Cassy…What a show of strength. You can do this. You do have a lot on your shoulders, but it sounds like you are a strong person and will do what you need to do.
@Karen…what is CKP? UGH Sealing grout is a pain in the butt…definitely something htat has to get done, but I hated it.
@Kaye…inspiring many people in your life. Us and now a BIL!
@Angel…yikes! A rib injury is bad…I’ve had bruised ribs and wouldn’t wish that on anyone.
@Tom…might have to pull the waffle iron out again (we had it last week not knowing that this day was coming )

AFM…Had a great time at dinner with my friends and the concert... for 50-60 year old, Joan Jett and the “Heart” sisters can rock it and move it!! It was funny to see so many 50-60 year olds with mullets. I had eaten very little yesterday so that I could indulge for supper. I even talked my waiter into giving me 2 for 1 martinis. YUM! I was over by 350 in calories, but when I take into account that I stood and danced for 2 ½ hours, I think it all worked out (although I’m pretty sure I didn’t burn as many calories as MFP said I did so I dropped it to 90 minutes of it instead of the 150 and still came out ahead).

Today I was supposed to get to sleep in until my dentist appointment. Well, Jacob missed his bus so I had to drive him to school. Then my Mom called (to be fair, she thought I was up and working). It rained and then snowed last night so she needed a ride to her dialysis treatment. Now I am sitting here with both sides of my mouth numb from Novocain. Since I’m sitting here having to suck in spit every few minutes, it’s a good thing I don’t have a phone job or work around people!! HA! I’m so hungry and thirsty but can’t even drink out of a cup right now and don’t have any straws around.

I plan on hitting Water Aerobics tonight before choir tonight. Not sure about calories since I can’t have any “hard” food today. That means I probably won’t hit my protein goal, but I should be able to stay within calories.

Have a great day everyone!

I have been away for a week or so and wow I am behind on reading what everyone is up to!

Today is not a good day. My moms dog (my furry brother) had surgery yesterday and isn't doing well today. Praying he will be ok. I am an emotional eater and so all I want to do is order a pizza. Luckily I am at work and will not be able to do this. I wasn't planning to go to the gym today but I think I will to get my mind off things.

Yesterday I had a burrito! I had enough calories available and I made better choices. I felt in control and it was 100% planned. (which I find to be important) The old me would have had sour cream, guacamole, steak and a flour tortilla. The new me had a wheat tortilla, grilled chicken, no sour cream, no guacamole added lettuce. Then the exciting part! I didn't eat the whole thing. I was full about 1/2 way in!

Good evening everyone,

It has been another busy week so far at least tomorrow I don't have anything planned for after work. Therefore, I can go to the gym and have a nice workout. Today, I managed to have a nice swim of 1600 yds before my meeting. I did complete 800 yds of free style without stopping so I can start preparing for the triathlon. Next step is to order a tri-suit, that way I don't need to change into running and biking clothes after the swim. Next focus is combining the 3 events and getting outside to ride my bike and run. The weather is not cooperating here either too cold or rainy and warm. Tomorrow is suppose to be warm and rainy then the weekend will be back in the 30's. UGH and YUCK. Hopefully, Spring break will be nice weather.

Kelley- I have no problem going to Atlanta that weekend especially if Karen is busy with the wedding of her nephew.

Have a great night and rest of the week. Sleep well.

Susan, Kelley, Karen and anyone else who is interested the Run for Hero's in Atlanta is September 7. Here is the link:
http://www.travismanion.org/tmf_911run_race/atlanta-911-heroes-run/

Dallas is September 12 (Austin is also on this date)
http://www.travismanion.org/tmf_911run_race/911-heroes-run-dallas-tx/

Here is the link to the cities hosting the runs in September
http://www.travismanion.org/get-involved/911-heroes-run/

Check it out, some cities also have a 1 mile fun run/walk for families. This is a great first event for those of you just starting out and it goes to a great cause.

Do you really want to be sharing this on the Internet? Maybe to your friends list? Not really forum material.

@mountmary84-I am having trouble getting back into the habit of logging and posting too. But I know I need to in order to get this weight off.

@kah68-Temperature is a funny thing, for some people 70 would be too warm, but it is always bad when you sit under a vent that is not adjusted to a comfortable temperature. I actually found a new job once to get away from that.

@Morgori- That's great my son wanted waffles for dinner tonight, and the skinny little guy got them on International Waffle Day.

@melifornia-I have a second visit tomorrow for the chiropractor to help me with the rib. It was out front and back, the back popped right in but the front is still very sore. But I know it will be fine soon. The boy loves is new red cast.

@tlh0407-Oh don't you hate it when you think you get to sleep in and then you can't. This morning I was thinking I would be able to sleep in and then I remembered the garbage had to be taken out and DH can't do that for a while...

@jennbo83- I hope your furry brother starts doing better. I like the positive steps you took to avoid "therapeutic" eating.

@Rosethorne1-thyroid issues are an on going thing. I have been on medication for decades and it never fails that when I gain rapidly my medication needs adjusting. At least now you know what your challenges are.

@Lauriek70-I admire anyone who has the discipline to train for a triathlon.

What does AFM mean? As for me?

I am doing fine as long as I remember my limitations. When I forget the stabbing pain is a good reminder NOT. My husband seems to be adjusting to his back brace and has worked three eight hour days so far this week. He amazes me. Of course it is good that he has a desk job. Boy child had a sleep over last night so I had a very quiet restful day today. Back to motherhood now that he is home. I love him to pieces, but not terribly fond of preadolescence.

@jennbo--great job avoiding the emotional eating. So sorry to hear about your mom's dog-that's tough. Also sad about your former co-worker's husband. I am fortunate to still have both of my parents even as some of my friends are starting to lose theirs. It's even harder to watch younger people lose a parent.

@angelika--I keep forgetting about my shoulder injury (like you with your ribs). Hope you heal quickly. Yes, AFM = As for me.

@kaye--hope your DH is feeling better soon.

@lori--glad you are getting some answers and have some good news to report.

@laurie--thanks for sharing the link for the races. I hope you have nicer weather for your break than I'm having for mine. At least I have a great excuse for putting off any yard work.

@tracy--CPK is California Pizza Kitchen--it's a restaurant chain here. THe actual act of sealing the grout is the easy part--it's cleaning the floor in preparation that I hate. At least it's only a once a year job. In reality, I don't think I will get to it this week though.

@kelley--I was really hoping for a better outcome since DH only worked part of the year. It is definitely better in that we will about break even after paying the prep fee, but not the large windfall I was dreaming of (but realistically knew wasn't coming).

AFM--I made it to the gym and had a good workout. Ran intervals for about 2 miles--still working on recovering from faster intervals without slowing to a walk which is going pretty well. Need to run my monthly 8k Saturday or Sunday--not sure which day yet.

I also met some friends at a local wine shop. This was great for me since I don't really like wine, so no worries about alcohol calories. However, while there they decided to order dinner from a place across the street that makes very decadent, gourmet burgers. It's been featured on Diners, Drive-ins, and Dives--yes, it's that good. Although I've had their burgers before and they are delicious, I wasn't craving anything too ridiculous so ended up substituting beef for a turkey burger. I also skipped the cheese since I don't care for cheese on my burgers.

Afterwards I graded for about an hour before coming home, so I was at least a little bit productive today.

Wednesday Wish:
That I had accomplished ANYTHING from this list today. LOL I think Friday will have to be my laundry day to finish #3 and #4 which makes the most sense since gunner will be at the salon. It's a lot easier to "de-fur" the house while he's out from underfoot.

Tomorrow I have PT in the morning then it's off to the salon to get my hair and toes done. Afterward, I'm taking my sister to lunch for her b-day, then I will stop at Bed, Bath, & Beyond to see if I can find those sheers for the living room.

1. clean fish tank (DH does this, but doesn't do a "great" job)
2. seal bathroom floor grout
3. wash all of the bedding
4. wash throw rugs
5. buy new sheers for living room (gunner finally put a paw through one of my silk organza panels and tore it completely in half. I already had them shortened when we first got him b/c he tore up the bottom with his big puppy paws, so I can't just replace one panel. Nor do I want to as they were super expensive--I bought them years before we had a dog.)
6. DO TAXES!!! DONE

March Challenge:
At or under calories 5/7 days every week and at or under as a weekly average.
Week 1: At/under calories 4/7 (but one day I was only over by 7 calories) UNDER FOR WK
Week 2: At/under calories 5/7 OVER FOR WK
Week 3: At/under calories 3/7 OVER FOR WK

All-in strength challenge=core work 3 x/week; PT 1-2 x/week; run 3 x/week:
Week 1: 1/3 core; PT DONE; 1/3 runs (sick most of week though)
Week 2: 1/3 core; PT DONE; 1/3 runs
Week 3: x/3 core; PT DONE; x/3 runs YUCK
Week 4: 2/3 core; PT; 2/3 runs
8k at end of month (not sure what day) in 55 minutes (Thanksgiving 8k = 56:49, NYE 8k = 57:47, 1/25 = 55:41; 2/28=55:15)

Grading Goals:
1. x/64 AP essays
2. x/16 AP analysis activities
3. x/12 America Poem analyses
4. 8/64 Wuthering Heights journals

Exercise Goals: (week 4)
Sun--walk gunner DONE + gym DONE
Mon--walk gunner NOPE
Tues--walk gunner NOPE
Wed--walk gunner + gym
Thurs--PT
Fri--walk gunner + gym
Sat--walk gunner + gym

2015 Mantra = Just 15 minutes

@jennbo83~Sorry about the prognosis of your mom’s dog. They are like part of the family—it will take some getting used to but I’m sure she will adjust to his needs for taking care of him. Good for you for getting to the gym to sweat out your stresses from the day.

@Kaye~I’m really sorry to hear about DHs illness, he could have a kidney infection. I hope he is feeling better today, if not he may need a trip to an urgent care place for some antibiotics.

@Angelika~Yes, AFM = as for me.

@Karen~Your story about gunner and the living room shears reminds me of Zoe when she was a kitten. I have shears and a window scarf in my bedroom that I couldn't leave hanging until she was close to two, they were a toy to her. I have really long window treatments that run from ceiling to floor in living room that I couldn't leave hanging either—she literally climbed up them! Oh and she is still crazy!

@Laurie~Maybe we can make the Heroes Run an annual event for us—you all did NYC last year that I wasn't able to attend. This year we meet in Atlanta, Chicago next year and then maybe Dallas the year after (everyone is welcome to stay with me, too).

@cblue315~Lots of positives in your post yesterday, so glad to hear hubby is back to work! Very glad you and your sis had a good night out, away from the stresses of work and life.

@rosethorne1~Welcome to the thread. I have thyroid issues as well, definitely frustrating at times. You found a great thread for support and motivation. We've become a close-knit group over the years; participate in the conversation when you feel ready.

Good morning everyone.

Happy National Spinach Day!
Spinach Day

Very often a change of self is needed more than a change of scene. ~Arthur Christopher Benson

Tom

Frost has recovered! At least to the point where he's eating and drinking on his own, for the first time since Saturday. He definitely has more energy, too. I let him go outside for a while so he could sit in the sun, his very favorite thing. *big sigh* What a relief!



(Frost yesterday when he was sick. Poor baby.)

In other good news, Stepdad and I just finished installing the last piece of crown moulding in my living room. Still need to caulk the seams and do a little painting, then I get to CLEAN MY HOUSE.

Plus I got a big assignment this morning, about 4x my usual length (and rate) with this client. Things are looking up in Melifornia!

Thursday Truth... at physio today I got a comment from another woman I've seen there before but haven't seen lately. She said I was really working hard. I replied that it was because I've gained 5 lbs in the last few months. It's true... I was weighed on Tuesday and am back up again. Not surprised at all, my eating has been terrible lately. And I know darn well that exercise makes me feel so much better and helps alleviate the pain, but I have been slacking off and using the pain as an excuse to be lazy and do more stretching than exercising at physio.

So tomorrow, it's back to tracking. I don't have to eat perfectly, but I have to log it and stay under calories. That is what works for me. The exercise is the easy part, I just have to tell my kinesiologist to push me despite how much I protest, and he will.

Kelley- I like the idea of making the Hero's run an annual event for our group. The cities plans work well. We can also add Annapolis to the list of cities. Plus there are also events on the West Coast for this event.

Lori- You are doing amazing with your training and losing weight. How are you doing with running and preparing for the triathlon? I am still working on liking running but it really does annoy me.

Kaye- I hope your husband is feeling better.

Karen- Good luck with your "to do" list and I hope you have nice weather as well.

Truth- I still don't like running and while I can do it and I know it is great for weight loss, it still bugs me. For me, it is very hard to overcome the mental blocks with running and the speed. Yes, I have learned to slow down but the negative voices want me to stop running and just walk. Every time I run, whether it is for speed or distance, I need to convince myself that I can do it. Tonight, my workout was speed training so I ran 1 mile at race pace- the longest 12 minutes ever (5.0mph), then did intervals for 1 minute going up to 5.4 mph with a slower run recovery. It was a very challenging workout tonight and that was after a 20 minute stationary bike (the fun part).

Question for all the runner out there- What type of running shorts do you prefer?

Time to go. Hope everyone has a great Friday.

@lori--congrats on losing 14 lbs this winter and feeling better--both physically and emotionally.

@tanya--I'm also guilty of some terrible eating over the past month or so. Focusing on my protein these past few days has helped a bit, but I need to do better.

@sassrose--welcome to the thread. What is it you need help with? Post your questions or struggles and we'll do our best to offer advice and support.

@melissa--Frost is adorable--glad he's feeling better.

@kaye--glad DH got a diagnosis and some meds to help.

@tracy (tlh)--sorry your mouth is still sore.

@kelley--Haha about your curtains and zoe. Yes, my beautiful Restoration Hardware silk sheers were floor length before gunner arrived. He never even purposely played with them like your cat. He's just such a big oaf that he would step all over them when trying to look out the window. When he gets really excited he sometimes puts his front paws up on the ledge of the bay window and that's how he tore the one panel in half.

AFM--I went to PT today and we decided it's time I go back to my doctor. Although I've made progress in some ways, some other movements have actually gotten more limited. I'm not sure what my PCP will say or do--I assume she will either send me to and ortho or order some sort of scan. I got home too late to make the appt. today, so I'll call tomorrow.

After PT, I went to get my hair and pedicure. Got a bit of grading done while my hair processed, but still have a lot left. Tomorrow morning I drop gunner at the salon and then will do some cleaning. However, I'm planning to grade in the afternoon.

Thursday Truth:
Instead of having a high protein evening snack, I had vanilla ice cream with kalhua.

1. clean fish tank (DH does this, but doesn't do a "great" job)
2. seal bathroom floor grout
3. wash all of the bedding
4. wash throw rugs
5. buy new sheers for living room (gunner finally put a paw through one of my silk organza panels and tore it completely in half. I already had them shortened when we first got him b/c he tore up the bottom with his big puppy paws, so I can't just replace one panel. Nor do I want to as they were super expensive--I bought them years before we had a dog.)
6. DO TAXES!!! DONE

March Challenge:
At or under calories 5/7 days every week and at or under as a weekly average.
Week 1: At/under calories 4/7 (but one day I was only over by 7 calories) UNDER FOR WK
Week 2: At/under calories 5/7 OVER FOR WK
Week 3: At/under calories 3/7 OVER FOR WK

All-in strength challenge=core work 3 x/week; PT 1-2 x/week; run 3 x/week:
Week 1: 1/3 core; PT DONE; 1/3 runs (sick most of week though)
Week 2: 1/3 core; PT DONE; 1/3 runs
Week 3: x/3 core; PT DONE; x/3 runs YUCK
Week 4: 2/3 core; PT DONE; 2/3 runs
8k at end of month (not sure what day) in 55 minutes (Thanksgiving 8k = 56:49, NYE 8k = 57:47, 1/25 = 55:41; 2/28=55:15)

Grading Goals:
1. x/64 AP essays
2. x/16 AP analysis activities
3. x/12 America Poem analyses
4. 14/64 Wuthering Heights journals

Exercise Goals: (week 4)
Sun--walk gunner DONE + gym DONE
Mon--walk gunner NOPE
Tues--walk gunner NOPE
Wed--walk gunner DONE + gym DONE
Thurs--PT DONE
Fri--walk gunner + gym
Sat--walk gunner + gym

2015 Mantra = Just 15 minutes