Hi
It is raining currently and is forecast to end this afternoon. I may get out walking or I may not. Since they said rain was coming I walked an extra 1/2 walks distance yesterday in the afternoon. I am undecided as to whether to take the large umbrella and do a partial walk later on this morning, 60/40 not.

Temperatures are supposed to hit around 60+ later on today and then back to cold weather tomorrow.


Have a Wonderful Sunday
Roger

Nene1125 wrote: »

I've not been on this thread since ? July. Not really sure why I stopped visiting ya'll but I definitely need to be back with this wonderful group. I've stayed on track and have lost a total of 103 in 2015. Now I need to get serious with the next 100 pounds.
I just started getting some frozen food now that I can add them to the order. Why did I wait so long? That frozen stuff is really tasty! It's only money

Hi Nene
Welcome Back!
Congratulations on staying on track. 2 pounds a week is a job well done.

I agree, when I started NutriSystem they had a 10 days of frozen and 18 days of shelf stable foods plan that I took. The frozen made it easier as it offers more variety even if it did not taste so much better, but it is delicious, example the Cinnamon Bun vs the frozen Cinnamon Roll which IMO has a better taste and texture.

BTW I have seen a report that the New Vanilla cookie is delicious.

FWIW I weighed the extra cost of frozen and my health and came down on the side of health

Good Luck
Roger

hope4change_val wrote: »

Hi Bev and Nene! So good to have you back. Good morning Roger. Im struggling...a Company VP got really angry and was badgering me on the phone to either approve release of a document (that i have no authority to release) or lose my job. His words were so hurtful and ridiculed my work ethic and competence (both of which are beyond outstanding btw). I kept saying "I can't approve the release," but he would not stop. Finally i said "you can have my job, but i will not go to jail for you." (Government restrictions on its release!) That line shut him up...but the damage to my psyche was already done. Total anxiety attack. I'm still recovering days later...I'm forcing myself to walk, but feel so down the entire way. Good news is my boss will deal w him, and now that I know his tactics, i can control my exposure to him, and know that he gets mean when pressured. Any suggestions for how to put up my shields DURING the attacks? Last month a different vp yelled at me that i he was going to report me to the FBI for something I'd done, but I already knew him to be untrustworthy, so i didn't feel panicked. In that case i sent an email to our company's head of security and stated what i had done and why, and asked what needs to happen to correct the situation. He wrote back that there was nothing wrong with what i had done. When that guy came around again, i said there was no cause to contact the fbi...and handed him that email. Haven't heard from that dude since!

Hi Val
I had a Employer who thought that Yelling was the best way to get employees working harder. It didn't work of course, as soon as he was gone I carried on doing things the way they should be done thoroughly and completely.

You just have to remember that a person like that is making up at work for things they can not control or other shortcomings.

Next time You think something like that may happen think of things You can do to defuse the situation. In the aforementioned case quote rules and regulations if it comes up again and know that some people can not take no for an answer and give them a diplomatic one. Such as " I will do what You say as far as I am allowed. I suggest That You release it as I do not have the authority, unless You put it in writing to do so." By Writing I do mean a signed paper document and not an email.

There also exists a slim possibility that this person was trying to get You to do something You are not allowed to do so as to have something to hold over You as a means of control. Some people are Control freaks or want to manage everything.

I know it is hard, but try not to let the morons get under Your skin. They tend to be self correcting at some point in time and get removed lest they cause damage to the company.

Also I believe You have a smartphone? Does it have the ability to record rants such as that? Next time try and trigger it out of sight and talk to HR.

They may have had complaints before, Companies are sensitive to harassment lawsuits these days.

Good Luck and do not let them sabotage You
Roger

Hi
I have decided to delay my walk today until after Noontime. Wind chill is down in the teens. Some change after yesterdays near record to record warmth here in NJ. Newark NJ for example hit 64 degrees. This morning nearby it is under the freezing mark

Have a Good Monday
Roger

Nene1125 wrote: »

Hi Bev! Glad your new hip is allowing you walk without pain. I am on a journey to get my knees replaced. In August ortho doc said he would not do surgery on me because I have to have a bmi of 40. He wanted me to have weight loss surgery first then he would re evaluate. At that time I had lost 60 pounds and he made me so mad that it helped with my motivation to keep going with Nutrisystem. Now that I am 100 down I am going to see my medical doc and go see another ortho doc. Having the weight loss has been really helpful but I'm not able to exercise.

Hi Val! I agree with Rogers' advice. I've never understood why people think it is standard business practice to yell at others. I've never known yelling at work to be a successful method of communication unless someone is telling you that the sky is falling. Hang in there sweet lady. My hubs has a saying and it goes like this.....stay calm...be courageous and look for signs.

Hi Roger! Thank you for the welcome back to the message boards. Glad they are still here and you are still offering support. Had a frozen crepe tonight and I will definitely order more of those! Love the frozen hamburger and the turkey sausage and egg for breakfast.

Have a good week!

Hi Nene
Good Luck getting the Knees done. I know it can help from seeing the change in a family member. I hope they are now willing to do the work.

I agree, I like the Crepes too, I had them for Dinner Saturday. BTW the Hamburger is great and the Chicken Sandwich is good too. I like to use a 20 calorie slice of pre cooked bacon on them along with other toppings. LF Mayo or a touch of Ketchup on the burger. I also use a 40 calorie slice of Velveeta on the Burger as a partial PF. I am waiting my upcoming order to try the Canadian Bacon, Egg & Cheese Muffin. The calorie count looks good too.

Have a good Week
Roger

Hi
I seem to have been MIA yesterday
Today's weather is the best of the week so far. I was out the door earlier and it was still more comfortable than several previous days has been. Temperature is not much better, however no breeze or wind. Rain moving tonight into tomorrow morning so I suspect I'll be out the door after it has passed.

Have a Good Friday
Roger

Hi
I got lucky with the weather today, The rain moved out earlier than last nights forecast indicated it would, so I was out the door slightly before 8AM. It drizzled twice while I was walking for a minute or two, Not enough to pull the umbrella out of my pocket however. There was a little breeze when I started out but manageable wind chill even though I did not dress that heavily The temperatures are supposed to be dropping through the day so getting out early helped that way too.

Have a Good Weekend
Roger

5mates wrote: »

Happy Friday - I'm trying to get my head back into the game with Nutrisystem and struggling - anyone else in the same boat as me? Any words of wisdom for me? Thanks buddies

Hi Bev
It is always a struggle, even for me. I would suggest a challenge might help. I will be posting the startup link for the next 100% challenge that starts Monday. I just need to set it up and get the new spreadsheet ready. The link if interested will be in the current one that ends Sunday the 17th here:
http://community.myfitnesspal.com/en/discussion/10293901/100-challenge-flying-thru-the-holidays-dec-7-2015-to-jan-17-2016#latest

I also do use zero calorie foods or what the label calls 0 calorie which means under 5 calories per serving under Federal Guidelines. For example I like the Vlasic no sugar added Bread & Butter Pickle spears and the Mount Olive No Sugar added Sweet Gherkins as snacks. FWIW those Gherkins slice up nicely and work in some of the Lunch Sandwiches such as the Hamburger and Grilled Chicken Sandwiches. I also use the Mount Olive No Sugar Added Sweet Relish is I don't want slices that day. Also a 0 Calorie rating.

If You are not getting the NS frozen I would try adding it either by adding it as an option or via the free shipping for $50 or more A La Carte option which would seem to mean You could do that anytime if I understand properly. Joanne in this thread
http://community.myfitnesspal.com/en/discussion/10148091/slower-weight-loss-at-50#latest has added them after trying them.

They would add more variety and in many cases are tastier.

Good Luck
Roger

Hi
I went crazy and went out walking today, slightly shorter tan normal. The Wind Chill was 10 degrees in nearby Somerville. Yesterday afternoon we had some light snow, South of me Atlantic City had over 2 inches of the white stuff. From what I can see we had maybe 1/4 inch +/-. You can see little bits of grass and weeds sticking up through it in this area. The Streets and Sidewalks never got snow covered, I suspect that the solar heating before the snow helped with that. It was OK walking except for the fingers, I put on layers, A Sweatshirt and a Hoody and the FroggToggs as a windbreaker. I also went out walking Yesterday after noontime. That made two days in a row of two walks, Not today however

Have a Good Monday
Roger

Hi
Roger's going Crazy
So to speak anyway. Wind chill was around 2 degrees this morning. So I went walking bundled up anyway. There is (was) a method to my madness however. I was trying a hand warming pad to see if it would do the job and I figured those conditions would do a thorough test. So I opened it 30 minutes early and shook it like the directions said, as it said it would take 15 to 30 minutes to warm up. That was 7:15 and it is still warm. at 11:45.

So now I know I need to order some more so I can put one in each mitten to keep my fingers warm as that is where I feel the cold the worst.

FWIW I went walking a second time at 3:30Pm Yesterday. That added 6 or 7 thousand steps to the day. Today that isn't happening, just to darn cold.

My Current order has closed and I got an email that the label has been created which probably means it will ship tonight and be delivered tomorrow. I look forward to trying the new foods and snacks.

Have a Good Tuesday
Roger

5mates wrote: »

Thanks for the pep talk and suggestions Roger - I sent a request for permission to the spreadsheet - not sure if I needed to do that or just post on the board

Hi
I saw the request, As it happens Mary is taking over the spreadsheet and has created one.

You do not need permission, Mary will take Your posts and do the updates.
Post whether or not 100% and for the first post Your weight goal to lose, and either a starting weight or what I do just post each weigh in post on Sunday or Monday Your loss. Details are in the first pot here
http://community.myfitnesspal.com/en/discussion/10316711/100-challenge-loving-the-journey-january-18-to-february-28

A link to the new Spreadsheet is in post # 2

Good Luck
Roger

Hi
I woke up early so I walked early too 7K+ steps I plan to head out later too. I need to burn of yesterdays temptation of Chicken Broccoli And Egg Roll from the Local Chinese Take Out.

It appears that I may be busy today. My NS was not delivered yesterday and it showed a delivery exception. Today in my email I see my suspicion is correct, Now I have two emails that my food has shipped from two different locations. I believe That indicates both the BBB and the BWB should be coming today. I have a feeling NS may have orchestrated it to save a little money.

Have a Good Thursday
Roger

Hi
Anybody else having bad weather? We were outside shoveling around 9:30AM this morning, I had to use the bottom of the Storm door on the porch like a plow to be able to lean out and shovel a place to stand to finish opening it. When I stuck the yardstick in the sidewalk to the street It showed 13 inches and the sidewalk to the driveway was at 16 inches but I suspect blowing snow for the difference. I am going with the 13 inches being close to correct, I also measured that in the flat part of the driveway between my brothers car and the street. Earlier we watched a OEM vehicle sitting out in the street, eventually he ticketed a car parked across the street. Ordinance is no parking on the street for snow removal.
The Apple Pecan Bites were tasty 4.5*
the Chocolate Chip Dough lunch bar was somewhat disappointing due to not being what I was expecting, 3* for that reason. However I could see others liking it and it is one of the lower calorie lunches. one of the Chicken Soups is lower however no real texture to the soup so...

Cheers
Roger

Hi
I lost my mind and went walking this morning + 25 cents and 1:35 duration, only 6k steps however due to the footing, 7 degrees with no breeze. Then home for Breakfast followed by More shoveling. The Sidewalk to the street is now finished as is the end of the driveway to the patio

Pictures of some of the shoveled sidewalks, many are not shoveled yet. Neat tunnel






Evidently 60% of the plows in town broke down during the plowing. They were out again today doing a finish plowing on many streets that really needed it too.

Have a Safe Monday
Roger

Hi
I was out walking today already, somewhat warmer than Yesterday too. On my return before breakfast I packed up some old too large clothes to go to the Salvation Army bins at the recycling center. I still need to do a whip through of the closet as I believe I have more in there to go through and check. Banana before the walk and NS Waffles + NS Chocolate Protein Shake for Breakfast.

I tried the Salt & Vinegar Snack-A-Rounds the other day. I ate two and that was all I could choke down so I passed them to my brother who eats most of the NS foods I did not like, such as the Hot & Spicy ones. He tried one and more or less said Yuck so I dumped the rest and had something else for my Evening Dessert. No stars from me. Now I need to figure out what to do with the other package of them, maybe the Food Collection tray at the Library. One more to try, the Creamy ranch.

As Always try one for Yourself as what I do not like others do. I can only assume that they must have taste tested them and they got the OK so it could be me

Have a Nice Friday
Roger

hope4change_val wrote: »

Hi Roger, Bev, and Nene! I've been sick since the 15th. Finally went to the doctor today. Sinus and throat infection...on antibiotics and steroids now. Exhausted and sick of being sick.

Roger- snow pics are awesome. Glad you're safe and well.

Val

Hi Val
I am sorry to hear that You have been sick for so long, It sounds as if You do the same thing I do, Avoid the doctor as long as possible.

Good Luck & Get Well Quickly
Roger

Nene1125 wrote: »

Hi Val, Bev, Roger, and everyone that reads this thread.
Hope all are well, warm and healthy. I've been stuck at the same weight for weeks. I have not been over 1500 calories except 3 times since Christmas. Unfortunately I got stuck after losing 100 pounds 2 years ago and it started a weight gain cycle that I am determined to not repeat.
Things I have done to change to try to lose weight......I have eaten supper for breakfast and breakfast for supper. Lunch is 4 cups of salad greens with dried cranberries, walnuts and an ounce of cheese.....no dressing.....Lots of water.... I weigh myself tomorrow so I'm hoping for results. I even called NS today to get some advice. Lady was nice but I was wondering if anyone has had a prolonged spell of being stuck.? The only thing that I have done differently over the past month is that I have added frozen stuff to my plan. NS assured me that the frozen foods would not cause me to get stuck. Are y'all using frozen stuff and has it changed your weight loss? My usual is to drop a pound one week and 3-5 the following week. Total of 103 pounds during 2015.
Sorry for the long post. I'm trying to keep my head in the weight loss cycle.
Y'all have a good day!

Hi Nene
I have been on Frozen from the start, I started with the 10 days of frozen & 18 days of Shelf Stable plan that was available then. Down the road I went to the Uniquely Yours Plan. What I do is mix up my SCs and PFs. Yesterday and today for lunch I will use CostCo Canned White Meat Turkey and Their Canned Sweet Corn, and I will use Light & Fit Greek Yogurt and a Apple or Clementines for a SC and Tomorrow I will use them with Lunch and Dinner for example. I find that mixing them up with different choices works better.

TBH there are better PFs than Cheese, Lean White Chicken or Beef for example. I tend to use a lot of fruits as Scs. I would be careful with the Dried Cranberries as many of them are heavy on sugar.

The last long plateau I had was when I was not getting enough calories strangely enough to some.

Did NS offer any advice, Maybe exercise?

Good Luck
Roger

Hi
A little cold outside this morning, Warmer later and for a few more days. I walked a route I have not been on since the Snowfall as I was not sure if the sidewalks would be shoveled due to where they run. I had to walk in the highway for 50 feet to get around a snowbank so I waited for a red light, no problem. Weekends there is much less traffic then in the weekday rush hour so it was feasible and safe.

Got a coupon for a free 24 oz. travel cup with the purchase of a medium or larger beverage + $1.69 refills through April 30 from Dunkin Donuts so Tomorrow Dunkin Donuts for me. Hopefully they are not out of them by then.

Have a Good Weekend
Roger

Nene1125 wrote: »

Thank you Roger!
Not able to exercise but I see the orthopedic doc on Wednesday. I am hoping he will schedule me for both knee replacements. You know how you want something but have a fear of getting it. My whole weight loss journey has been motivated by these poor non working knees. In August I was turned down by an orthopedic doctor due to my weight. I was crushed but very motivated to prove him wrong.
I'm seeing another doctor from a different practice. My regular medical doctor is all for the surgery. I'm really stressed over all this, so maybe that is holding up the weight loss process. Please wish me good luck on Wednesday and that the best decisions are made.

Hi Nene
I am not sure if stress affects weight loss, so I have no opinion on that. I do know people that had knees replaced and they were advised to have both done at the same time.

I hope You get good news Wednesday
Roger

Hi
It was a little chilly out this morning, I walked to the Dunkin Donuts for my Coffee and used the coupon for a free 24 ounce Refillable coffee cup, Cup comes with $1.69 refills until the end of April When I looked at the cup closer I see that it has a covering that changes what is displayed depending on Your viewing angle.

I hit 7901 steps by the time I got back home. The sidewalks are getting a little better each day as the snow melts, excluding a few spots such as slopes at driveways where the snow melts and runs down the slope causing a icy spot until the sun can melt it.

Have a Great Sunday
Roger

Nene1125 wrote: »

Great news this morning! After a month of a 3 pound gain/loss cycle,the scale finally moved down! That makes 105 pounds gone. I'm no where near your awesome loss Roger but I'm getting there! I am relieved with a bmi of 45. Whew!
The doctor that does surgery on my knees will be at the deciding factor. He decides if I'm a good candidate for bilateral knee replacement. I'm not sure how folks that have it done go to the bathroom but I'm willing to even go to a rehabilitation center for 3 weeks.
Enjoy your coffee and please be safe on your walks. Which state are you from? I'm NC.
Have a great day!

Hi Nene
Congratulations on Your loss

The family member that had both knees done spent some time in a Rehabilitation facility. I would think that is the best method, They had Medicare & Supplemental that covered the stay in Rehab. I would think it would be hard to live at home and do everything including rehabilitation even with only one knee. I know she was told to get both done at once as that basically halves the rehab period from 2 stints to one.

I thought I had mentioned I am in Central NJ.

I am tinkering with the NS plan working in some outside meals/foods looking ahead to the day I reach goal. I believe I have 21 pounds to go, OTOH when I saw the doctor on the 8th he said I was OK where I was at, I tend to disagree with that after looking in the mirror BTW.

Good Luck
Roger