I totally understand not having a full signal. I could eat and eat and eat some more. I don't know if I don't have one or have ignored it so long that I can't "feel" it. I have to go by portion size and calories. I do have a hunger signal but I think it may be "broken" too. One can't be hungry all the time! So I have to eat "by the clock". It is now time to eat again.
I'm starting back to tracking my food today. The weekend was a wonderful time with family and friends. My oldest son, James, graduated from high school. I couldn't be more proud of him. (I'll post a picture of him when I get them downloaded from my camera.)
Along with celebrations comes a lot of food. Most of it not of a nutritious variety! I've got to get all the left over cake and ice cream out of the house!
I saw my doctor yesterday and he cleared me to "ease back into my life". Some things are easier to "ease" into than others. I'm trying not to put on my "super mom" cape yet. But now I can get "moving" again even if it is slowly!
I'm praying for those of you who are mourning, struggling, and just dealing with life! May you all have the strength you need for your individual situations! Hugs to all of you, my friends!

Well done on your son graduating Jen and you must be welling with pride right now . I can wait to see the photos. Listen to your doctor when he says, "ease back"! You've been wearing the Super Mom cape for many years, give it a little longer for vacation and resonating recuperation. When you put it on again, set it to "just crusin'!"

Hiya Liz, thanks for holding the fort as we all seem to be falling apart at the moment . How is your new garden coming along?

Cindy. Hang in there. Do what we are doing at work - go back to basics. The body cannot lose weight if we are undernourished and over tired. It won't burn fat no matter how much we exercise because it wants to preserve us. Take it it easy, slow down and you also be gentle on yourself as you keep telling me (and thank you for that).

I was just popping in quickly to say, I still log everyday but was finding it difficult to communicate - darn Mercury Retrograde!!! (Look it up if you don't know what it is and and lot of things will make sense about the past few weeks!). Anyway, I won't be in as often to chat because I'm busy with the formalities of buying a home and also transitioning from my current contract, which ends in August to a new position. I've been offered a permanent position and initially said no, but think it might be wiser for me to say yes. I've also been asked to present to my CEO. A massive turnaround from being totally unheard and the person everyone saw as the enemy.

Step into your power ladies and fully own it for yourself, not for any other person on this planet, no matter how much you love them! Do it for you and you alone, all those around you will benefit anyway!

Don't let fear stand in the way of anything! Remember it is an emotion, the same as happiness is an emotion. When has happiness every stopped you from doing anything? - it never paralyses you. Fear cannot paralyze you either - only you can stop yourself from always moving forward! Remember my diving story, 40 dives being terrified to get in the water... I did it anyway and completed my advanced diving, rescue diving and have 80 dives to the belt today. Am I bragging? You bet! That is one of greatest personal achievements because I had a real phobia of water having almost drowned and been rescued twice, and I also could barely swim! The days when I feel really down and need to get inspired, I say to myself, you did that... You can do anything!!

Yaaaaay! I got my mojo back.

Oh! And the ankle. Off the crutches since last Friday. Taking it easy. Working from home when I can so I don't have to drive so much and I only go back to Curves on Friday. Physio is very happy with my progress. I will stick to little exercise and healthy eating, since that is what seems to be best for me.

Have a wonderful week my dear, dear, beautiful, wonderful and magnificent ladies!!

Thank you, Liz and Alice! Some powerful words about fear, Alice. I really needed to hear that. Thanks again!
All I can say is: You go girls!!!

Standing is my graduate, James. Kneeling are my twins, Caleb and Adam
Laying is my Noah!

Jen - Love the pictures. Such a handsome young man!

Megan - I am so sorry for your loss. You and your family are in my prayers. (((hugs)))

Hello everyone. I just went for a follow up with the ear Doctor. Guess I need 2 hearing Aids at $6000 that I don't have. Frustrating.

Stacy has been stable with her Bipolar on her meds. All is good there.

Only lost 1 little pound last month so trying harder this month.

I've been trying to increase exercise and getting a bit stronger.

Hope you are feeling better Cindy.

Liz; glad you are all settled.

I've seen too many posts on here and other places of losing loved ones. My heart and prayers go out to all of you who have had recent losses be it human or fur babies.

I got my hair Highlighted. I've been wanting to do that for a couple years so I'm glad I finally did it.

Keep living and fighting for your sanity and health friends. Don't give up on you. Blessings.

Megan,
I'm glad you are seeing a counselor. Grief can be overwhelming. You remain in my prayers. Know that whenever you need us, we'll be here for you.

Megan my heart goes out to you. My prayers are for you and hope you can see your way through this grief and depression. It will take some time. You have been through so much lately so be gentle with yourself. Hugs.

L.O.S.T. Ladies - Have an amazing weekend.
Megan - Thinking of you during this sad and difficult time. So sorry.

Cindy - Deep breath! Don't forget to keep us posted over this next two weeks of graduation, anniversary, and follow-up appointment.

Sorry for your loss Megan. Hand in there! Now is the time for you and your sibling to draw closer than ever. You two need each other to get through this tough time.

Cindy my heads spinning with all of these events you have going on! I think I lost a pound just reading about all of them

Jen you have some beautiful sons!

I've managed to go five days without candy, chocolate, or ice cream. So no bingeing! I'm praying I make it through the weekend.

Hi fabulous friends
Just a quick hello to let you know I haven't fallen off the face of the earth! I've been sick with some sort of flu or cold . I'm getting better slowly and have been back at work for a few days

My positive step to report: I haven't eaten sugar for 10 days.

Sending hugs to you all
Barb

Marcella - I hope you muscle strain starts to feel better.

Barb - I am glad you are starting to feel better.

Cindy - Happy Anniversary! Only a few more weeks of the break neck pace.

All three of you ladies keep trying to get some rest, oh and Jen and Alice too, you two are not quite 100% either.

Mark came home yesterday, we modified the cabinets and hung the microwave. Today I am hoping that we finish the cabinet and counter modifications so the new fridge fits. Then all that will be left in the kitchen is the trim. I am so ready to be done with the kitchen. When it is done, we will start on my gardens.

I hope everyone has an awesome week.