Hi gang. Ok. I'm here again finally. Haven't even looked at the phone today except to answer two calls. Been really busy with frosting an Olaf cake for Iris. Cleaned one of our apartments. It just needed a good mopping. Went to the Rec Center for Iris's birthday party. We had a private room for the cake and presents and then we went to the open swim for an hour and a half. Then we went to dinner with my brother and his son who are visiting for a few days. Tomorrow we are going on a float plane ride!!!! My favorite form of transportation!!!!!! My girls' favorite too. My nephew has never been on one. I will post a pic tomorrow of the float plane ride.

Eninad......just give your daughter lots of hugs love and support. And don't forget to tell her how proud of her you are. We as parents sometimes forget that part. Shaundra (the one in pointe shoes) asked me why I show off her pictures and I told her it is because I am so very proud of her. She is very pretty, polite, sweet, friendly, and amazing. She started to get teary-eyed when I said that. Give your daughter a hug from me and tell her I said she is an amazing person because she has you for a mother.

Esther

Esther, great photo of your daughter in her new toe shoes......I took ballet for about eight years and the picture made me nostalgic.

Good morning, misfit losers! Happy Monday!

Eninad..I agree with Esther..lots of encouragement. Parenting is a hard job and being adolescent is a hard job. Hang in there. We are here for you.

Ruthie, Steph, Janice, Faye, Barbie...glad to see you guys back! Missed you.

I've exercised and walked the dog. So sick of the humidity..soaked with sweat by the time I got back in the house. Not too much planned today. I am down .04 which puts me exactly where I was before the diet break. Still not doing a happy dance, but will take it.

Stay strong, losers...it's a hard road to travel, but we can do it!

Connie

Good morning, misfit losers! Happy Tuesday!

I'm right here, Marie! I posted yesterday morning right above Nancy's..you must have just missed me!

Nancy..good for you for stepping out of your comfort zone! You are bound to feel some aches and pains the next day, but it should not be extreme pain or last very long.

Looks like many of you have checked in (Becky? Ray?), and despite some glitches we call life, we are all doing as well as we can be. Sometimes it's just a matter of maintaining until we can get it together. Planning is key and that takes concentration so hang in until it settles for you.

It's still hot and humid, and although I have just finished a walking DVD, I need to walk the dog. Other than that, I have a hair appointment today, grocery shopping, and need to start cleaning closets.

Make it a great day, losers!
Connie

Today I grabbed a pair of pants that I recall buying at ROSS in desperation last summer. I needed a pair of pants immediately due to a malfunction while I was out on the road so whatever ROSS had on the rack that day I was going to buy. They were so tight, I was so miserable, but I bought them anyway and squeezed into them uncomfortably. When I got home I tossed them in the closet.

I saw them again this morning and I figured, hey, I bet these fit now. I grabbed them and tried to put them on. Fully zipped and buttoned they fell off my body to the floor, like a sack of denim. No belt would have made a difference. There is a bigger difference than I think going on.

Hello Misfits

I am back from the cottage and ready to get back to normal eating. I did get in two Yoga classes while at the cottage and
walked most days to keep up. Our friend Tom brought a cheesecake from Costco, that I could have done without.

I will not weigh in until Thursday for the challenge due to getting rid of water weight. I had a chiropractic apt. my usual
adjustment once a month and got groceries out of the way. Now getting back to South Beach meals again and getting
on track.

Eninad - Sorry about the troubles with your daughter. I had two daughters and the hormones are always rageing.
I agree, give her love and support and just listen when she wants to talk. No intervention, just listen, sometimes that's
all they want. Always give the hugs and let her know you love her. I tell my daughters that every time I see them
and they are 32 and 34.

Connie - Congrats on the weight loss. I hope things cool down your way.

Stephanie - If anyone wants routine it is me too. I have been gone so much this summer and eating
has been a challenge. I just want to be home and get back to some routine and just catch up around
the house and relax at times. Too busy right now.

Janice - I want to be in the 170's again and feel my clothes loose again. Good for you that you are
staying there and not gaining.

Hi to anyone I missed.

Here is a picture of Isaac at the cottage.


Shirley

My new weight lifting with heavier weights on Sunday really got to me so today I did a shorter routine to give my back a rest. I know I'm going to love the heavier weights.

Yes the kids are gone and hopefully, both will have a great day!! I am back to being able to focus on myself a bit and hopefully moving the scale in the right direction.

marie, yes I have had both the noodles and the shirtaki noodles. they are really good especially if you want to make fake chicken fettuccini or if you sautee veggies and some form of protein. very satisfying but for some reason, I always feel kind of icky after I eat them? you are suppose to rinse them thoroughly. I know many people who eat them and don't have any issues. try them and see what you think, they are clearly a great alternative to pasta.

hope everyone has a great day!!

Morning,

I am the first one here. I am happy to say that I stayed the same in my weight after being at the cottage for a week.
I got on the scale this morning and saw the exact number I had when I left for the cottage. Now to get that scale
to go down.

This morning I have a walked planned and after lunch a hair apt. Tonight we are taking in a play with friends and dinner.

Shirley

Good morning, losers! Happy Thursday!

I hope all of you are doing well. It's a late start for me today..cloudy, cooler, and great weather for getting a walk outside! So glad we're finally getting a break from the humidity.

Marie..hope your doc appt goes well Monday.
Shirley..glad you maintained while away.
Janice..good to see you! The pics are gorgeous.


Make it a great day, losers!
Connie