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Good morning everyone! I've had a busy morning already, I just got back from grocery shopping. I had to pick up some chicken breasts for dinner so I thought I might as well get groceries for next week and minimize times going to the store. In other news, I have decided to switch to the blue plan on WW. It allows for more zero points foods (200 on blue vs 100 on green plan that I was on) but I now have only 25 daily pts on the blue plan vs 33 on the green plan. I still get weekly points (I think it's the same amount, 42). I decided to change because I just didn't feel like that was the plan for me, I eat a lot of whole foods and I think this is a better fit. I was losing, don't get me wrong (I've lost 7.5 lbs since March 1st) and maybe I shouldn't change what is working? We'll see!

@mswatson0777 Good call! LOL Yes, that salmon dish was fabulous. I know what you mean about this whole thing getting to you. It's starting to get to me, too. Hang in there and ((( HUGS ))).

@cbabie Oh that babie never stops, does she? *smile*

@theslightedgeforever I can't imagine living with such a terrible peanut allergy, that would be horrible. Oh dear, I didn't think about that (the handyman touching stuff). The water consumption needs resuscitation. I was doing so well!!! It looks like you are doing well, yay!

@DaniellaOFarrell2015 Hi and welcome! Yes, this board is very encouraging and we are glad to have you hear. What kind of a program are you on? We all are on all forms of eating programs, some of us are low carb, some of us are on WW, some just track macros in MFP.

COMMITTED.
April goal: track 2 meals a day, do some form of exercise once a day, drink 52 oz of water per day

Oh yeah, think dh should not have been making & eating peanut brittle..he broke a tooth off yesterday. Got a call into dentist, but the message said they are closed until April 30, so hard telling when they will get back to us. Good thing not hurting!

@cbabie exercise is an important stress reliever, when I worked at the office I relied on my walks to get me through the day sometimes.

@trooworld Sometimes it's good to change things up just so we don't get bored. Almost 8 pounds since March, something is working. I'm sure the other plan will work to, if not switch back.


@RetiredAndLovingIt We've had snow flurries the last two days, and they're predicting an inch of snow tomorrow, seriously. My DH's garden is a running joke in our house, because every year he can't wait and plants his tomatoes before Memorial Day, and every year there is a late frost and everything dies, he then replants everything. This year might me a little different. I'm glad your DH isn't in pain, a lot of places like that will open in an emergency. My hospital is starting to take appointments for mid-May for elective procedures, I think it's too soon, but what can you do.

@renaegry That's an excellent workout.

Yesterday during my earlier walk it was cold with large gusts and snow flurries, it still feels good to get some air. My DH made lentil loaf for dinner which was nice of him. We had a large telephone conference for work yesterday, and I found out I'll be working from home until at least June 1st.

Good morning everyone! I hope all is well with you all. I had a pretty good day yesterday: I stayed within my points and drank enough water so yay me! I even got a GOOD on my FitBit sleep score for the second time this week. Who am I? LOL

@RetiredAndLovingIt I don't blame you for not wanting to do the pumpkin patch with no help! I wish I could do online pickup or delivery but whenever I try, all the spots are full. I hope the new plan works for me, too! That's good your DD got the splint off. Sounds like you are doing good with the exercise and water, WTG! Oh no about DH's tooth!

@nighthazel01 Thanks, yes, I think a switch can shake things up a bit. You are right, if it doesn't work, I can switch back. Wow, working from home until June 1st? But at least you still have work.

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April goal: track 2 meals a day, do some form of exercise once a day, drink 52 oz of water per day

Hi all. Sorry I haven’t posted for several days. I’ve sorta followed my eating plan but, Easter candy has been my challenge. I know I’ve been over on calories. my “give in” muscle is pretty strong around chocolate.

My Win: I didn’t binge on food! Just had more nibbles than I shoulda.

Me analyzing What happened: I had done a hard legs workout and I had also eaten something that caused my tummy to have inflammation. Idk what. But it was like a constant pain for 3-4 days.... along with over sore legs for the same days. I just wanted sweets.

I hate that we all had to give up hugging our loved ones on Easter weekend. It’s been 6months since I was able to See my daughter. (Bad snow has kept me away mainly, but Easter was my next hope). Hugs to all Of you who share this struggle.

Next up: trying to use the “I'm gonna make myself proud” muscle by planning and following my meals as I’ve already planned them out. We have about 5 days left of food here.... I’m excited to go grocery shopping.... and hesitant at the same time.


Behind on reading.... no shout outs rn.

Hi all...we woke up to about 3" of snow this morning! But it all melted by noon. Yay! Still not very warm yet, tho.

I have started a Nativity scene advent calendar. The figures are on each day, then you move them for the scene. They are about 2 1/2" tall & so cute! (I am making them with my embroidery machine) I had seen the pattern around Christmas & wanted to wait until it went on sale, but decided I have time now, might as well get it anyway.

@mswatson0777 No, our regular garden..about 8x10' is in our back yard. I usually just grow tomatoes, green beans, & zucchini. But the big pumpkin patch is close to where we used to live. It's on the land that dh grew up on. When his parents passed, no one in family wanted the land, so we bought it & sold the house. We have planted pumpkins & gourds out there for probably 6 or 7 years. Mostly for the gkids & then would give whatever was left over to any neighbors that wanted them. 2 years ago had a bumper crop, especially of gourds! Last year didn't do as well, & this year might be nonexistant.

@nighthazel01 We did talk to the dentist office this am. For now, just going to wait until they reopen..probably sometime in May as long as it isn't hurting. We really don't want to go anywhere to get it checked right now anyway. Re: the garden...I did that one time..my beans looked so nice & then we had a frost & the next day, all I had was black sticks in the ground & had to replant. So now, I wait plenty long before planting.

Wow, everyone exercises so much!! Great work! Makes me feel lazy that I have only been doing the treadmill. I ordered an exercise dvd from Grow Young Fitness. Supposed to be good for seniors, lol. But haven't tried them yet!

Hi to everyone else. Guess I am going to go down & sew a little before Dr Oz comes on & the treadmill calls.

@RetiredandLovingIt 3” of snow- yikes! Glad it melted. It has been cool here, and we have had flakes but so far no accumulation on the ground. All in all it’s been a pretty good spring for Toronto. ….oh I’m glad about your husband’s tooth, that it isn’t hurting…..man 100lbs for gardening? I find a pumpkin patch sounds interesting and romantic, but yeah I bet it’s a lot of work. …I’ve done very little gardening but enough where I was like it is so tough. I can also see where it’s rewarding however.

@theslightedgeforever lol about your period. I mean I’m sorry you don’t feel great but yep I’m ready for it to go permanently anytime. …do you know what is causing your leg pain? My legs can ache- sometimes it is due to built up anxiety that I’m not feeling. Sometimes it is chronic tightness from too much sitting/inactivity. Or your strength training- how long has it been and what did you do? I hope it gets better. …..lol about the pizza crust. I hate when I make something and it doesn’t turn out. I can usually get myself to eat it once, then it gets thrown out. I hate to waste the food, but I have a limit lol.

@Shexio aw with the Easter candies. I totally get wanting it if you don’t feel good, plus not being able to connect with people on the holidays…one of the reasons I’ve moved to a rough maintenance mode is bc I’m indulging more, and I just can’t restrict myself too much when everything is so restricted. So I’ve set a 5lb window and if I stay in it for now I’m happy. …..yeah groceries is like a big adventure now lol.

@TeresaW1020 action over words is a great motto. I knew someone at the gym once that would always say- hard work is hard. It really stayed with me. I think of it particularly when doing a tough exercise I hate.

@trooworld- sleeping well- I don’t believe it! Lol. Seriously isn’t it great when you can sleep well? I feel like people that don’t struggle with insomnia have no idea how awesome it is. …I can’t get delivery or pickup for groceries either. I tried a few times, and gave up. ….hope the change works for you with WW. It does seem like it makes sense.

@mswatson0777 sorry you’re struggling so much without your peeps.. I feel like I’m in existential dread most of the time but not during the shut down ironically.

So- I’ve been doing okay this week. Slightly better with calories though I don’t expect any serious weight loss. Saw my trainer twice this week and it was a bit better. On Tuesday we did some core. Today we did some strength training. It didn’t kick my butt quite as much, so maybe I’m getting back into the rhythm a bit.

On the work front- I work with a company and I am permanently employed (supposedly) and they essentially farm me out to clients on assignments like a consultant. So I have been with the same client since last Sept. They have contracted to June 1. They were pleased and are trying to negotiate another contract to have me from July to next Feb. I’ve been kind of stressed, bc I’m trying to help the negotiations and hope it won’t fall through, but my company is sort of mixed messages on it. Bc it’s only part time. But it would be nice to have the job security right now, even though the client could bail on the contract at any time, it still is some security better than none.

If that made sense lol. So- hopefully this works out.

I am watching too much tv- @theslightedgeforever- I dvred Rocky 4 the Russian one, but I still have to watch Rocky 3. I’ve been watching- soaps, Madmen, Justified, Damages, and some British comedies.

Take care all. I feel like my life has gotten very small bc of the shutdown.

Hi all..just came in from outside. Looks nice, but still cool & so windy! Dd made a trip to Costco & asked if we needed anything, so she brought us paper towels, kleenex, a few other things, & a rotisserie chicken which was not on our list, lol. It was good to see her, even though we stayed 6 feet apart.

@trooworld Hope your job situation settles down. Congrats on the loss!

@its_cleo Hope your job situation settles down, too. I have pretty much moved to maintenance mode also. So far, not gaining, but have gotten a little more "snacky" than I was at first.

@Shexio Yeah, I do feel good when I do the treadmill. I know it is helping me.

Managed to do another online order of grocery for pickup. Last time the closest slot was about a week out, but when I did it this am, I could have gotten it later tomorrow, but instead opted for early Mon am during senior time.
Wonder if I will get all that I ordered, last time out of stock of a few items like tp. Ordered it again, still have enough for about 3 weeks, but thought I would try it.

Hope everyone has a great weekend.

@its_cleo, I sure hope everything works out with your job. You need that security and something to do while being stuck at home all day. Is your government starting to lessen the restrictions in some areas like our is?

@trooworld, Wahhoooooo on your awesome weight loss! WW seems to really be agreeing with you. You have motivated me and yes, I will get my mojo back for sure!

@RetiredAndLovingIt, I hope you will get all your order from the grocery store. I need to go to Sams and I’m thinking of trying to order the stuff in advance and then go pick it up. I just love getting out and the only place I can really go now is to the store.

Good morning! It’s going to be a dreary rainy day today with possible big storms and tornados in the South. I sure hope all that drama stays away from us! I think I overdid it on the weights this week so today I’m just going to do some Pilates BOD workout and then walk on my treadmill. My eating yesterday was on plan and today will too. I have grocery shopping to do tomorrow so I need to spend some time making out this week’s menu. Have a good day!

@RetiredandLovingIt glad you’re getting the necessities you need. Someone online yesterday said they miss hugs. Or maybe it was a tv show I can’t remember lol. I’m sure it’s a pain to see your daughter and not get close.

@theslightedgeforever well I’m glad the leg pain stopped. I just finished season 5 of Justified. I just have the last season to go – don’t spoil me. I didn’t know he was in the Santa Clarita Diet show. Unfortunately I can’t stand Julianna Margulies and I swore I would never watch another show she was in again, so that is out lol.

@TeresaW1020 no I think our government is more cautious. In Ontario it will likely be around mid-May or end of May before they start anything different. British Columbia possibly a bit earlier bc apparently they were rock stars with how they managed it. ….hope you don’t get hit with any big storms. It’s raining here too

@trooworld have you been making the WW recipes?

Well gang my weight is down a bit this week, which is good but not such a great accomplishment bc overall I’ve increased the last month or so. But it’s a step in the right direction.
Today I did hills/stairs, about half of what I normally would do. Not sure about the rest of the day. It’s kind of cloudy here.

I’ve gotten tired of talking to people on the phone. Like I just feel like – eh, forget it I’ll talk to people when this over. Not that I was talking to a lot of people anyway.

I’ve started working on the puzzle I have. @TeresaW1020 I meant to say- that 40 000 puzzle- wow! Looks amazing. I wonder how much space it would take up.

Anyway take care all.