100+ to Lose Support Group Permanent Thread(Everyone is welcome)
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Sue, so awesome!!! That is just amazing and you have worked very hard!!
Hope you and Val are not having too bad of weather and/or flooding!
Keep up the good work all!0 -
Sue, so awesome!!! That is just amazing and you have worked very hard!!
Hope you and Val are not having too bad of weather and/or flooding!
Keep up the good work all!
Thx for thinking of us - Tropcal Storm Bill pretty much missed San Antonio; we still have flood warnings because all that water that is being dropped near us makes the rivers swell. Houston got it much worse (as is usually the case).0 -
Thanks buttons
. So far it's just raining and has been pretty steady since last night.....we'll see what today brings. I talked to my Mom and Dad in Law who live in Houston and it was ok as of last night.
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HI All
I hope everybody is having a Great Day.
Sue, What a great set of before and after pictures. You should be smiling, I know You must be feeling so much better too.
Terri, At least I can wear a belt, and around the house it was easy to find pants with elastic in the waist.
Cheers
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Thanks Roger. It took me a long time to post these as well to be honest I don't like pictures. When I started my journey I was pretty much depressed about how I looked, that I couldn't move and so on. I was in bad shape. I am not where I need to be but I am on the right track and it feels so much better. I am smiling and need to show that on the pictures lol.0
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Thanks Roger. It took me a long time to post these as well to be honest I don't like pictures. When I started my journey I was pretty much depressed about how I looked, that I couldn't move and so on. I was in bad shape. I am not where I need to be but I am on the right track and it feels so much better. I am smiling and need to show that on the pictures lol.
Sue you have done a remarkable job. That smile will break to the outside. My pictures are so awful, and I do not take many. They are so not representative of who I am, but that is what people see. I feel different on the inside, and look forward to melding these images. YOU have done that, and continue!! We are all proud, for you and all of us! More than a first step!!! Jan
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Oh, Jan ... YOU ARE BEAUTIFUL! True, I have not seen your face, but I have glimpses into your spirit. You are kind and supportive and funny. You've given me acceptance and encouragement--always at when I needed it most. Thank you! Anyone that can't see your beauty has their filters and values all messed up!
I don't have before pictures because I couldn't stand them and would delete them immediately. Even the one of me ziplining, I felt horrified and wanted to delete it and climb under a rock. I understand feeling that the pictures are awful. Since then, I've made peace with my ziplining picture...because, as it turns out I'm still her...and, I'm okay with that.
I wish you success at meeting your goals because it is what you want! And, yes, without the extra weight, "people" will have an easier time seeing how awesome you are! But, you ARE already beautiful! ~Val0 -
hope4change_val wrote: »Oh, Jan ... YOU ARE BEAUTIFUL! True, I have not seen your face, but I have glimpses into your spirit. You are kind and supportive and funny. You've given me acceptance and encouragement--always at when I needed it most. Thank you! Anyone that can't see your beauty has their filters and values all messed up!
I don't have before pictures because I couldn't stand them and would delete them immediately. Even the one of me ziplining, I felt horrified and wanted to delete it and climb under a rock. I understand feeling that the pictures are awful. Since then, I've made peace with my ziplining picture...because, as it turns out I'm still her...and, I'm okay with that.
I wish you success at meeting your goals because it is what you want! And, yes, without the extra weight, "people" will have an easier time seeing how awesome you are! But, you ARE already beautiful! ~Val
Thank you, Val. You have me crying like a baby at the moment. I guess that is why I love animals. They see who you are. You can not fool them or lie to them. They just see you as you really are. They are grateful if you try. And they show their love. I think that is the nicest thing anyone has said to me in my entire life. It has not happened often either in my entire life. People do not understand how that can be, nor how tired you become, but you just don't give up. Well, you do understand-- I know. It has just been a struggle with my son and daughter-in-law because of the divorce. Just hurt feelings and misunderstandings as we avoid the elephants in the room. Bad day on that front. Lovely day in my world, which I am beginning to cherish. I thank you again for your kind words and wonderfully healing spirit... Jan 0 -
I really understand how TIRED we can get, especially if there are any secondary things on top of being heavier. People really don't get that! When I was ziplining, there was a huge hill to climb. I told the guides that I need extra time for that hill, so I'll start off first. The guides are fitness-focused early 20s...but they looked at me as though my limitation made me less of a person. They really might not have ever thought about it.
Even now (down 42 lbs), when I try jogging with a 20 lbs. vest, it wipes me out. I don't know that society will ever get that. The good news...with EVERY pound we drop, movement gets easier. I used to sit and stare at my shoes...mentally working up the energy to bend and put them on. I'm so thankful that now, putting my shoes on has become easy...and I hope to never take that for granted.
I had had a severe sinus infection for more than a year that ended about a year ago. I had two surgeries and countless procedures and antibiotics. I journaled (for myself and my doctor) how poorly I felt on an excel table with the following scale: 0=dead (thank God, didn't go that far!); 1=truly bedridden; 2=unable to care for daily life; 3=minimal function w enormous effort; 4=feel horrible/severe pain; 5=feeling really lousy/disruptive pain; 6=not doing well/bad pain; 7=holding on/moderate pain; 8=functional/mild pain; 9=can't complain/a little off; and 10=perfect. During that year, I was a "1" on a number of days and was mostly in the 2 to 4 range...while maintaining my full-time job, taking care of my child and dogs. At work, the parking lot is about 1/4 mile from the office...it took everything I could muster to get to the office. Some folks that I work with would literally insult me and make fun of me. And now, two of those same people are acting like they are my best friends...I felt so angry and wanted to blow up at them and announce what they had done when I was severely struggling. They outrank me, and I like having a steady income...so I smiled and said something work-related....they looked irritated that I didn't rejoice that they are pretending to accept me...as if they are people I would ever admire or covet.
Being heavier does make it easier to distinguish between shallow judgmental people and real authentic people.
To all of us...please never feel less than worthy!!!! How much or little fat we have has nothing to do with our value. Hugs, Val0 -
I miss that like button!! I am copying that scale, it is helpful. I have been a 3 for awhile working. I was a .5 for a bit. I am happy I am mostly an 8-9, the physical pain and limitations so much better! Losing the 30 lbs is making the present possible!!
I bet the rest of you can relate!!0 -
Hi All
I woke up early, For me that is
Brought up News 12 the local cable channel and looked at the weather and decided to walk. When I looked out the window it looked OK, When I went out the front door it was drizzling. So I put on my Frogg Toggs Jacket, put the folding umbrella in my pocket and went anyway. Same route as the last two times. I have planned out a new route that is the same distance for the next walk.
Part of being a person is accepting ourselves. I think of myself as I was when I was 20 and thus shunned pictures and mirrors as they broke that image of myself.
I am so happy that I can move around now and walk even this modest distance. When I started NS I was worn out and winded walking from the front of the house to the back of the house or from climbing a flight of stairs.
Have a Great Thursday
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Hi friends!
I am at the Carolina coast with little to zero wifi. I miss reading about y'all. I am going through withdrawal.
I had to read fast and have not caught up.
Sue........beautiful pictures.
Missing everyone and thinking about y'all. This is the best group of folks and I am supporting you in my mind and heart.
Got into the pool yesterday and walked around in it for about 40 minutes. Hips were so happy! Knees continue to be painful but not any worse than usual. Had to laugh at myself....... belly fat apron floats in the water. Hope to do more pool walking today. Love and hugs.0 -
Thanks Roger. It took me a long time to post these as well to be honest I don't like pictures. When I started my journey I was pretty much depressed about how I looked, that I couldn't move and so on. I was in bad shape. I am not where I need to be but I am on the right track and it feels so much better. I am smiling and need to show that on the pictures lol.
Sue you have done a remarkable job. That smile will break to the outside. My pictures are so awful, and I do not take many. They are so not representative of who I am, but that is what people see. I feel different on the inside, and look forward to melding these images. YOU have done that, and continue!! We are all proud, for you and all of us! More than a first step!!! Jan
Jan, thanks for your encouragement ....this means a lot to hear all the positive comments. I am like you that I never took many pictures as I don't believe they are pretty. When I looked at my pictures I wanted to delete them or rip them apart as I personally thought I look ugly. However, something I learned along the road and what people told me.....beauty isn't what you look like on the outside....it's the inner beauty..your personality, how you treat people....that's what shapes you and makes you the person you are and that makes YOU very beautiful to me. I have to agree with Val 100 % on this...you are always there...lots of times when I saw your comments you motivated me to try even harder...so Thank you
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Thank you, Sue. I appreciate that...
Thank you again Val,
I guess we all suffer with this at some point and to some degree Roger. You are also the calm voice of reason!
Nene, I think we would take the beach!This is a pretty awesome group! I miss when I get busy and haven't checked in. Have fun!!!
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Hi All
Happy Friday
It's almost Summer and Fathers Day Both on Sunday.
I walked a different route today .01 miles longer than Yesterday stopping at the Quick Chek for Coffee this time. The walk was OK until I turned onto a different street that blocked the breeze then I did feel the Humidity. It is supposed to be in the mid to high 80s today. Cooler Tomorrow.
Have a Good Day
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Checking in from Florida. I loved the train ride here, even though my train came in five hours late. I brought my NS food with me (some of it) but ate the food on the train since it was included in my ticket price. I'm not sure it can be believed, but my brother's scale says I've lost 3 lbs. since I've been here! We've gone out to eat a few times even (Thai twice, my favorite) and Chinese carry out, plus out for breakfast one day. I think eating the NS food all other times has really helped. I'll be happy if I just stay where I'm at without gaining. I leave here Thurs. morning already.0
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Lisa_in_Arlington wrote: »Checking in from Florida. I loved the train ride here, even though my train came in five hours late. I brought my NS food with me (some of it) but ate the food on the train since it was included in my ticket price. I'm not sure it can be believed, but my brother's scale says I've lost 3 lbs. since I've been here! We've gone out to eat a few times even (Thai twice, my favorite) and Chinese carry out, plus out for breakfast one day. I think eating the NS food all other times has really helped. I'll be happy if I just stay where I'm at without gaining. I leave here Thurs. morning already.
Congrats Lisa on staying focused while traveling! Enjoy your travels and your visit. 5 hours late? Yikes...did they notify you that it was going to be late...or did you find out by sitting there waiting? I haven't taken a train since I was a kid. Sounds like an adventure.0 -
hope4change_val wrote: »Lisa_in_Arlington wrote: »Checking in from Florida. I loved the train ride here, even though my train came in five hours late. I brought my NS food with me (some of it) but ate the food on the train since it was included in my ticket price. I'm not sure it can be believed, but my brother's scale says I've lost 3 lbs. since I've been here! We've gone out to eat a few times even (Thai twice, my favorite) and Chinese carry out, plus out for breakfast one day. I think eating the NS food all other times has really helped. I'll be happy if I just stay where I'm at without gaining. I leave here Thurs. morning already.
Congrats Lisa on staying focused while traveling! Enjoy your travels and your visit. 5 hours late? Yikes...did they notify you that it was going to be late...or did you find out by sitting there waiting? I haven't taken a train since I was a kid. Sounds like an adventure.
I had a sleeper car and found out about the delay when I woke up in the morning. It had happened during the night.0 -
Hi All
One more day until Fathers Day and the first day of Summer.
I walked today, a rerun of Yesterdays route. It was nice while the breeze was blowing but when it stopped I started sweating until it resumed blowing and that was with going out the front door at 6:45AM
Around 11AM when working in the back Yard I started feeling a fine mist, It seems that the rain is starting to arrive early. The worst is supposed to be tonight and Sunday Morning
Have a Great Weekend
RogerLisa_in_Arlington wrote: »Checking in from Florida. I loved the train ride here, even though my train came in five hours late. I brought my NS food with me (some of it) but ate the food on the train since it was included in my ticket price. I'm not sure it can be believed, but my brother's scale says I've lost 3 lbs. since I've been here! We've gone out to eat a few times even (Thai twice, my favorite) and Chinese carry out, plus out for breakfast one day. I think eating the NS food all other times has really helped. I'll be happy if I just stay where I'm at without gaining. I leave here Thurs. morning already.
Hi Lisa
I hope You enjoyed the ride. The scale will tell if You are maintaining or not. IMO maintaining on Vacation is a huge Victory. It is a Once in a Blue Moon type event after all
Good Luck and Enjoy Your Vacation
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Congratulations Sue, you look wonderful!0
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Finally home and neither the top or bottom air conditioners are working. It's high 90's but we have all fans on full speed. How did our grandparents get by before air conditioning? Of course back then we did have 3 big oak trees in the front yard and the windows were huge enough to walk out on the tin roof. This country girl has gotten soft. Sometimes it takes a change in the environment to remember that we need to live our lives with an attitude of gratitude.
Happy to be home. So proud of y'all for traveling and staying on program. Proud of you taking pictures and sharing your story. I have to agree the folks here are beautiful inside and out. Big hugs0 -
I miss that like button!! I am copying that scale, it is helpful. I have been a 3 for awhile working. I was a .5 for a bit. I am happy I am mostly an 8-9, the physical pain and limitations so much better! Losing the 30 lbs is making the present possible!!
I bet the rest of you can relate!!
Boy, can I! That was a beautiful conversation between friends. Brought tears to my eyes, too. Sending hugs to you both!!0 -
I am so glad I found you NS comrades. I've been looking and looking since I found out NS discontinued their discussion section! I have found if you mention Nutrisystem in non NS discussions on MFP there is a wee bit of negativity. LOL! I have only been on NS for a month but love it so far. So far 11lbs. down and many, many to go, but I'm just trying to look at the next day and hoping for the day my body will stop hurting.0
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I am so glad I found you NS comrades. I've been looking and looking since I found out NS discontinued their discussion section! I have found if you mention Nutrisystem in non NS discussions on MFP there is a wee bit of negativity. LOL! I have only been on NS for a month but love it so far. So far 11lbs. down and many, many to go, but I'm just trying to look at the next day and hoping for the day my body will stop hurting.
Welcome Brandy and congratz on your weight loss so far!Joanne3366 wrote: »Congratulations Sue, you look wonderful!
Thank you Joanne
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Hi All
Happy Fathers Day!
Welcome to Summer in a few minutes
I went walking this morning, I had planned for a off day from walking. However the much forecast heavy rains and Thunderstorms never really arrived overnight. Everything was wet but that was it. Out the door at 7:05, 72 degrees and humid. I know it was humid, everything was wet when I left and a 1 1/2 later everything was still wet. I ended up pretty wet from sweating too
Another Rerun of Yesterday @ 2.75 miles. A little slower so I know I need an off day to recuperate Well to be honest it could be I need the day off to recover or it could have been the humidity slowing me down I ended up sitting for couple of minutes to cool off on the walk too, but then I usually do that anyway.
Cheers
RogerFinally home and neither the top or bottom air conditioners are working. It's high 90's but we have all fans on full speed. How did our grandparents get by before air conditioning? Of course back then we did have 3 big oak trees in the front yard and the windows were huge enough to walk out on the tin roof. This country girl has gotten soft. Sometimes it takes a change in the environment to remember that we need to live our lives with an attitude of gratitude.
Happy to be home. So proud of y'all for traveling and staying on program. Proud of you taking pictures and sharing your story. I have to agree the folks here are beautiful inside and out. Big hugs
Hi Nene
I hope that the AC units do not need expensive repairs. I have to wonder why and how both could go out at the same time.
I do not remember the heat bothering me when I was a Boy and no AC either. Oh well.
Good Luck
RogerI am so glad I found you NS comrades. I've been looking and looking since I found out NS discontinued their discussion section! I have found if you mention Nutrisystem in non NS discussions on MFP there is a wee bit of negativity. LOL! I have only been on NS for a month but love it so far. So far 11lbs. down and many, many to go, but I'm just trying to look at the next day and hoping for the day my body will stop hurting.
Hi Brandy
I have a sneaky suspicion that some of the negativity is due to our taking the shortcut of using NutriSystem prepared foods. Instead of rolling our own meals. And of course some could be because as NS users they do not feel like we are contributing like they do.
The thing is that NutriSystem is easy, not a ton of cooking required. I microwave frozen vegetables, slice a head of lettuce, eat and apple of a couple of Clementines and open a Light & Fit Yogurt and done. The most prep time is cutting the lettuce in half or opening the NS package and putting it in the Microwave. My Brother spends a 1/2 hour minimum on his meal prep and cooking. Check out the NS food reviews and the new Recipes section. I put a couple of great looking recipes from the NS forums users.
Good Luck
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Hi Roger, I don't know what Brandi experienced in the regular MFP forums, but I didn't see anything against NS or NS-users, but I saw a number of posts where people were insulting others for their posts or for being overweight. That's a big reason I don't go to those forums, and I stay exclusively in the NS members groups. Within the four members-only Groups, set up for NS Refugees (that I go to), I've not seen anyone insulting anyone else. That's important to me.
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hope4change_val wrote: »Hi Roger, I don't know what Brandi experienced in the regular MFP forums, but I didn't see anything against NS or NS-users, but I saw a number of posts where people were insulting others for their posts or for being overweight. That's a big reason I don't go to those forums, and I stay exclusively in the NS members groups. Within the four members-only Groups, set up for NS Refugees (that I go to), I've not seen anyone insulting anyone else. That's important to me.
Take care, Val
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If I saw that I would use the report function and let the Moderators handle it. Sadly it seems that fat Shaming exists in the wild anymore. It is counterproductive to, it is more likely to lead to more eating rather than less. Unless that is the motive? I do not pretend to understand rude people. If someone is rude to me I try and turn it around to them.
For example I had someone refer to me as a MF in jest, So I looked at them and said "SON" TMI?
Or if they say "You so fat", I just remind them I may be overweight but that can be fixed and I am working on it, whereas You will always be rude and stupid.
Cheers
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Oh my goodness ROGER!
You continue to amaze me. Lol....... You are so right about so much stuff! Both ac units did not poop out at the same time. They were both put in about 10 years ago. The upstairs one stopped working last fall but because we added new siding and new windows to the whole house the 2 of us did just fine with only downstairs heat and gas fireplace. It was cold last winter but really not bad for adults. I did not have the grands stay here. Ac guy just called. Wow they are busy! They are on the way to check it out. I'm afraid I have been guilty of not calling for repair because I am worried about the cost. Hubs of 40 years says not to worry just get it fixed.
You know the older I get the more I realize that people who make fun of others (be it weight, color, or handicapped) are insecure, damaged individuals. Negative speech, words, or actions does not help anyone. It is a sad form of gathering attention. Really hurtful, and a poor way to communicate. Love this group! Full of positive comments and encouragement.
Big hugs!
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hope4change_val wrote: »Hi Roger, I don't know what Brandi experienced in the regular MFP forums, but I didn't see anything against NS or NS-users, but I saw a number of posts where people were insulting others for their posts or for being overweight. That's a big reason I don't go to those forums, and I stay exclusively in the NS members groups. Within the four members-only Groups, set up for NS Refugees (that I go to), I've not seen anyone insulting anyone else. That's important to me.
Take care, Val
It's sad that these situations happen and I am so glad that we don't have to worry about it here as everybody is adult enough to be respectful towards each other. We are all in the same boat. I guess within other forums people forget that and think because they are behind a screen they can use that different behavior...but as Roger said....they will be always rude and stupid...sad truth.
I am glad that our refugee groups exist, otherwise I wouldn't know where I would be today with my weight loss..
Sue
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No more grumpy cat from me today! Doing a happy dance because I have ac and it is 96 degrees outside! Upstairs needed a transformer, new filters and batteries for the controller on the wall. Downstairs there was an electrical problem which this amazing 20 year old fixed. Feeling blessed and the bill is less than I could have dreamed of.
Have a great day y'all.0
