@mainebeachbum - Well, water weight is still technically weight, and I think that this is a good demonstration of just how much weight can fluctuate, even over the course of a week. So, while we could replace your weight last week with something else, I believe that being accurate is more important than being "not-extreme". Let me know what you think. Either way, 8.2 lbs is impressive, regardless of how much of it is water weight.

@Queenieamy - I logged your updated weight. But maybe it would be a good idea to weigh in tomorrow, or later this week, just to see how your scale behaves? A random dip for a day is normal, but a lasting loss that high may be problematic. Also, when was the last time you changed the battery in your scale?



I'm super behind on posts (logged on to find 36 notifications!), so I won't be able to respond to everyone, but I want each of you to know that I support you on your journey and I am so grateful to have such a wonderful community here.

Quick update on me:

No more lingering symptoms, living alone has my mental health in a bit of a tailspin, so I'm working on putting in a bit more effort in my friendships and reaching out to others who may be in similar situations. Did quite a bit of stress eating last night, but I also took two spin classes yesterday morning, and I didn't log a lick of food from yesterday, so it's a toss-up for how I'm doing.

Hello all! Welcome to a new week!

I had a bit of a gain this past week. Not exactly what I wanted, but I am feeling ok. I am still at a good weight for me. I had a few days of eating too much & not being as active, the results showed on the scale. I did not do great over the weekend, lots of plans, but I am back on track today. Hopefully I will see the 140's in the next week or 2.

I think this will be my last month in this weight-loss challenge. I am going to get into maintenance mode, I really do not want to lose much more, so I think by the end of this month will be it for me. I would still like to be part of the group, but I just won't be trying to lose weight.

@1theresamcvean would it be ok if I remained in the group, but not part of the weight-loss part. I am going to start maintenance, I do not think I will be able to maintain if I lose much more.

Hope you all had a good weekend! Have a great day!

So, I didn't have the greatest day yesterday that is why I didn't check in. I should have though. Saturday went well. I did great as far as eating and drinking at the party. Unfortunately while I was there I took a step and my knee had bad pain. No twisting or anything like that. It was really bad yesterday and I ended up going to the Urgent Care. Turns out they think it is an arthritis flare up. I guess she made the diagnosis from what the xray showed (degenerative chages) and my symptoms. I got steroids and naproxen and had a miserable day yesterday. There weren't any positions that didn't hurt. I ended up just being cranky and didn't make the best choices eating. I had a good night sleep surprisingly, the night before I had a horrible night with the pain. Today I do feel a lot better. I have much less pain and can position my knee and be comfortable for more than 5 minutes. I also can walk much better. So I am just moving forward. I am wondering if my lower back and hip issues I have had lately could also be arthritis? I have to make an appointment with my doctor once I am feeling better. I really don't know a lot about arthritis so I want to look into it more. I feel silly complaining on here when we have a lot of members dealing with so much more than me. I am already out of my snit and moving forward. Slowly but moving Lol! Ok, I have to go. I spent so much time catching up with all of you! Let's have a great week!



@goingape Nice loss! Especially with Thanksgiving
@Cafelelia You have me thinking about my outdoor space now. Why should the girls just enjoy the fire pit? I will have to look into those hot water bottles.
@1theresamcvean Funny about the puppies, I guess with them being so small that is understandable. I hope they are all doing well. What a good idea for an outdoor heater. Hopefully you can hide it away when you are not using it. I also have to tell you I had some of that Stash Chocolate Mint tea the other night. It is sooo good! Lol with the pic of the lady with the neck brace and description!
@kirsten11872 How exciting! I am glad that you are to your goal but plan to stay in the group! Congratulations! I am so happy for you!!
@KUMEcyclingteam Maintaining isn't a bad thing, better than gaining right? Maybe look over and see if there is anything you can change. Those donut holes sound like a good start lol!
@xX_PhoenixRising_Xx Another successful week. I am complaining about a little knee pain and look what you put up with all the time. I need remember you for inspiration.
@mainebeachbum Wow! Great weigh in even taking into consideration that some was fluid. Sounds like you had a good day too. Love that you are checking in frequently too!
@meltzz @hope002 Nice loss!
@Freeglerock Hooray! 160s! I am the same way if I know there are treats in the house. That's why I have my problems in the summer when I have guests. At least they are gone now.
Sounds like you have been having a good week though.
@mxlaw90 Nice loss and sounds like a good plan moving forward. Sometimes we have to adapt to what life throws us and that is exactly what you did last week. OMG! 3 dogs! They are so cute!!
@annliz23 Maintaining isn't bad. If you are doing what you should be, keep it going. If you are doing something that you know probably isn't the best, change it. Besides, didn't you just come off vacation? If so, maintaining during a vacation is a win in my book!
@tryingagain5 I am sorry about your knee. I hope that it gets better soon. I am glad that you are able to go to the gym and work around your knee. Good idea to call the doctor and see what the next step is
@CassieGetsFit2013 Good luck with your busy week. Sending hugs!
@debbiewsharpe Nice job getting under your magic number! Amazing steps as usual! I am missing my sole mates but think I made a good choice sitting out this month.
@ljdanny Your granddaughter must be at such a cute age! I am glad that you enjoyed the celebration. Good luck at the doctors this week. Too bad we didn't live closer, we could hobble a mile together Lol!
@Cuddleme72 I hope you have a better week pain wise. I had a bad pain day and ate so I can't imagine where I would be if it was a week. Sending hugs!
@kittengirl88 Nice loss! I love those walking videos! I have only been doing Leslie Sansone but if there are others you recommend please share.
@melaniedscott Remember, I don't know what I am doing as far as gardening. I thought that planting was for the spring? Since I had been at the shore all summer, our plants are so overgrown and there are so many weeds. I can't get out and take care of it but hopefully soon. Someone was supposed to be taking care of things but that didn't happen. Looks like you got a lot done. That is very physical work! I also agree with your statement about moving. My physical therapist said "motion is lotion" which I agree.
@Queenieamy Wow! Is there any scale you can compare to? Hopefully there is still a nice loss
@minstrelofsarcasm I am glad that you do not have any lingering symptoms. I like that you are taking your mental health into consideration and have a plans to hopefully help. These are tough times to be living on your own. Hopefully purposely making contact with others will make a difference for you. Sending hugs!

Check In: Sun 18th & Mon 19th
Food: Logged - Sun Under, Mon Over by about 500
Exercise: Just walking
Steps (for challenge): Sun 13,857, Mon 16,834

I'm really enjoying walking at the moment, and try to get some extra steps in by making the journey that bit longer. As winter is setting in, and the new normal is walking the kids too and from school whilst after school club is restricted and I work from home, I invested in a decent winter jacket and boots (well, actually 2 pairs of boots - I do love shoes!). So I am all set for getting out all weather!

Ended up over yesterday as my other half meet me for an unplanned lunch. I choose a low calorie main (Jacket Potato with roasted veg), but my partner order some "small plates" for starter, which added a further 600 calories on! Urrggghhh. I also made the error of having some wine in the evening, resulting in me snacking on chipolata sausages when I really did not need to! Not surprisingly, I did not stay in the 160's long! But, I now know it is there and achievable, just need a little more self control.....

I'm very sad to say that the firstborn puppy, much smaller than the other two, passed away in my care ~ I want to say in my arms but you can see that she is as small as a mouse, this afternoon. Here is the last picture (screenshot of a video). We took the video because she was eating so well. In her short six-day life she went to the vet three times and advocated for her life. She was too small and could never latch on. The vet said that 30% of puppies and kittens don't make it. We tried so hard and so did she. Her name was Bella.