Freeglerock wrote: »

Freeglerock
Here is what we have been up to since school broke up last Thursday:
* Friday - 4 Kingdoms (diversified farm - lots of playing areas, slides, bouncing pillows, pedal boats, go karts, tractor rides, play village and animals)
* Saturday - cinema
* Sunday - lunch out, bowling (I was not good at it), shopping at craft shop
* Monday - cycle ride to some playgrounds, walk round wildlife park lakes where we fed ducks and played in park
* Tuesday - lunch out then went to Milestones, a local history museum where the place it set up as historical town with shops, cafes, ironmongers etc to walk around
* Wednesday - Halloween hunt finding houses that are decorated, played in parks and then was raining really hard whilst in town so stopped for a late lunch and hid out in the cinema till it stopped raining (more popcorn....)

Have lots more planned for the week, just hoping the rain stops interrupting our adventures. Today is looking pretty wet so plan on having an at home crafting day.

Wow! This sounds like so much fun, Lisa. When you said Milestones, I thought you meant a restaurant (it's a chain here) and was so pleased to see that it's a local history museum. I'm a genealogist, so such a nerd for those. Are your ancestors from the area you live in?

kandi3570 wrote: »

@sleepymom5 I’m with you next week I’m going at this strong. I’m going back to getting my steps, if it means I’m on the treadmill every night. And I think black I will start some strength training as well.

This is what has been going on with me. I hit my knee with a bowling ball Saturday and I ruptured a varicose vein. It’s very swollen and tender. I also had a chocolate craving that I gave into on Sunday. I bought sugar free candy. But I discovered that was a mistake. It has just led to more sugar cravings. I started the week out strong with 1 pound lost on Sunday only to wake up Monday to a 3 pound gain. I’m now at 4. I don’t think it’s all actual weight as I think water retention and swelling on my leg is part of the problem. So anyway, the soreness is subsiding a little bit, but it has made me not want to get my steps in. And my schedule has slowed down so now I have extra time to think about eating. Lol. And also you may think I’m crazy, as I think I’m crazy for this. But, I put my Christmas plug ins in and my house smells like Christmas and I swear it’s makes me want to eat more.
I am also waiting on covid to catch me. As i now have 7 family members in quarantine. 2 of which I have had daily contact with. Neither have symptoms but were exposed to someone who tested positive. And I have said from the beginning there is no way I will avoid it. But If im being honest I wish I could voluntarily quarantine just in case I Typhoid Mary this crap to anyone else.
It has been a stressful week. Watching my daughter like a hawk for signs of any sickness and worrying about all the what if’s. My food intake has been up but I haven’t been extreme ethical it and I’ve counted my calories. So I’m hoping that it’s 4 pound so of water on my leg. That’s why wishful thinking. But a girl can’t team.

Oh no! I hope your knee gets better ~ that sounds painful. I hope your relatives are all safe and healthy and did not catch Covid. It's natural to worry though. My thoughts are with you.

podperson1 wrote: »

@1theresamcvean - hope you feel better soon x

@Cafelelia - I'm the same, I tend to not want to post when things are going rubbish, when really it's probably the best time to do it so can get support. The 'hygge' approach sounds like a fun idea, I do kind of gravtitate towards snug and coziness at this time of year anyway


So, have been much better the past few days foodwise. Not quite got back to the exercise yet but been having a bit of a 'spring' (autumn?) clean so must have burned off a few cals doing that lol! Think the 'tidy house, tidy mind' must have some credit as I do feel more positive with less clutter around me. I'm probably going to go into the office tomorrow - said I would pop in one day this week at least. Haven't really left the house in 2 weeks so will be a bit odd but I suppose at least I get a conversation with someone different

Thank you for the well wishes, Shelli.

I'm the same. I tend to hole away when things aren't great. And you're right, it would be better to get out of my shell and come out for support.

Glad to hear you're doing better the past few days. One step at a time. Housework is a real calorie burn too.

Hi all,

Welcome to all our newcomers - this is a wonderfully supportive group and am sure it will help you on your weight loss journey x

@1theresamcvean - I do wish I had a proper fireplace, just feels like the ultimate in cosiness! If you are looking to make it more 'special' though then what about maybe adding some scented things to it? I love cedar and applewood, but have seen people use cinnamon sticks, pine cones, and even herbs like rosemary or lavender.

@tryingagain5 - I do think it helps a lot to have a good physio who knows you and knows what they're doing. I ended up having to go private last time I had issues since the waiting list for a GP referral was just ridiculous, but don't think I would go anywhere else now. Glad you're sticking around the thread - I totally need to get more regular with the posting as well!

@goingape - I adore fuzzy socks, have so many pairs lol. Think I may need order a new microwave heat bag this week as my last one kinda died a death.

@kandi3570 - you can totally do this, back on plan! Ouchie for the bowling ball injury though, that sounds nasty.

@Freeglerock - sounds you've had such a fun week and some of it sounds pretty active so am sure it will balance out the eating out

@minstrelofsarcasm - woot on the loss It is crazy how much the scales can go up and down just over a couple of days, and if we're not mindful can def be disheartening so thanks for the useful info x

@sleepymom5 - I must admit spin classes have always looked like a type of torture to me, but I have big respect for those who manage to do them! I am terrible with the sweets and chocolate as well, I keep trying not to buy them and then flatmate and his friends keep offering it to me anyway (and my willpower is weak lol).

So, sticking with the healthier eating and have a grocery shop coming tomorrow so hopefully that will keep me away from the takeaways. Not managed to get back to my online exercise classes yet but more cleaning so - yay, I guess?

I'm really loving all the 'hygge' ideas, here's some of mine:
going to get my super cozy outfits out this weekend - fuzzy socks, furry hoodies etc.
I know I also have some scented candles with 'winter/xmassy' type scents and I tend to already have some fairy type lights up but know I have some more I can add/switch out with. I also have Halloween ones so good timing to find those!
Trying to think of some 'comfort foods' that are still low cals. One I like that is super easy is to cut an apple into cubes, put in a bowl with a little water in the bottom, sprinkle cinnamon on top, and microwave for a few mins until hot and going just soft. Tastes like apple pie filling but without all the pastry calories

I had cataract surgery Tuesday, minor trouble, could not see well enough to read or post. Much better today. I have dry eye and the drops that I have to use due to surgery made it a lot worse. I called the dr. today and was told to use lubricating drops along with the antibiot and pressure drops. Just remember to wait 5 minutes after each drop. I will do my best to check in this weekend.

podperson1 wrote: »

@1theresamcvean - I do wish I had a proper fireplace, just feels like the ultimate in cosiness! If you are looking to make it more 'special' though then what about maybe adding some scented things to it? I love cedar and applewood, but have seen people use cinnamon sticks, pine cones, and even herbs like rosemary or lavender.

I'm really loving all the 'hygge' ideas, here's some of mine:
going to get my super cozy outfits out this weekend - fuzzy socks, furry hoodies etc.
I know I also have some scented candles with 'winter/xmassy' type scents and I tend to already have some fairy type lights up but know I have some more I can add/switch out with. I also have Halloween ones so good timing to find those!
Trying to think of some 'comfort foods' that are still low cals. One I like that is super easy is to cut an apple into cubes, put in a bowl with a little water in the bottom, sprinkle cinnamon on top, and microwave for a few mins until hot and going just soft. Tastes like apple pie filling but without all the pastry calories

Great ideas, Shelly. I'm going to try the apple pie/not pie and the fireplace tips.

First PT session went well. Going into work now so will post more about it tomorrow when I have time. Will also read through the posts I've missed.

Have a good night all!

Cafelelia
Friday
Week 4
PW - 143
CW - 142.1

OK, about 4 lbs to go! I don’t care how fast or slow it happens, as long as it happens. My height is in between 5’3” and 5’4”, so this is pretty much a “normal” BMI at this point, whatever that means anyway! I am very happy with this progress!

I am fully leaning into Hygge! I bought some cinnamon sticks to put in various teas and hot water with lemon. I set up a few cozy reading corners in the house, and broke out the furry slippers for everyone in the family. Once the Halloween decorations are down, I will start Christmas decorating early with a Scandavian theme it this year. My mood has been elevated, and I think that there may be something to this!

@podperson - I love your Hygge approaches, especially that warm apple recipe! I am going to try to bake some apples on Sunday!

@mainbeachbum - Our basement is finished, but my husband also hangs out there in a man cave that he set up. It kind of feels like an upscale college dorm room from the early 90’s!

@debbiewsharpe - I am so happy that you got through your surgery ok. Take good care of yourself!

@1theresamcvean - I am giving out candy through our 4 foot poster tube. I agree that the messages from our government have been so confusing. I just decided to do what my 10 year old wanted! I also remember the days of cross border grocery and gas shopping when I was a kid. This was way before 9/11, so no id was required and the border guards would just wave us through going over and coming back.

@4newrunner22 - Welcome to the team!

Check in for Thursday
Food-logged and on target
Water-64 oz
Exercise-none

Best day in a while. I did hit the candy again but logged it. I need to get back into exercise too but I get cleaning and the day gets away from me. Hope everyone is having a great day! TGIF!

@minstrelofsarcasm I am going to give that cold brew a try! Love the weigh in pic Lol!
@kandi3570 Wow! Just thinking about your knee hurts! I hope it is better soon! I hope you do not have Covid and if you do, I hope a mild case. I hope the same for your family members. Sending hugs!
@1theresamcvean I should have gotten fruit gummies to give out! What a great idea! We are a little spoiled with all the choices we have here. The brand I found is Boar’s head if you want to type in a search. They had chocolate and the pumpkin pie. I am in for the spin challenge! I need something to get me back to moving!
@podperson1 I find it a little easier to eat on track when there is food in the house so hopefully getting your grocery order will help you. I love your hygge ideas,especially the apple one! I am going to try that.
@ljdanny Nice loss!
@debbiewsharpe Those drops are something else aren’t they? I used to plan my whole day around my post op cataract patients. I hope you are through it soon and seeing better.
@4newrunner22 Welcome Don
@tryingagain5 Glad that you started PT. Good luck!
@mainebeachbum How nice to have the heat from the wood stove warming the bathroom floor. Love that your husband sits down there lol! I am like you, I wouldn’t like sitting down there either. I have an unfinished basement with our exercise equipment in it. It doesn’t have the best vibe for me but better than nothing I guess.
@Cafelelia It is so exciting that you are so close to your goal! You have a great attitude and you will be there before you know it! I love the hygge ideas that have been coming in. I hope you share your Christmas decorating. We still have to get through thanksgiving but I plan to decorate early myself. Thanks for posting the candy charts too.

@sleepymom5
Aww, thanks for saying you would miss me.😊 I would miss you and the others too. I know I need to do this. Can't be going to my annual doctor's appointment in January at the weight I am now.😥

You're right, we (all of us) can do this!

I hope the doctors can figure out what's really going on with your knee and get you back to normal.

Hope002
Friday
PW 175.5
CW 174.2

My apologies for being a bit absent this week, all of a sudden I'm working 12 hour shifts and weekends, got to take it while the taking is good! I do get a minute once in a while to try and catch up. I'll try to post an uplifting comment tomorrow, right now I'm just all pooped out! Can I say "Pooped" or will it turn into a "Kitten"?

KUMEcyclingteam (BJ)
The scale moved again, this time in the wrong direction!

Weigh in day Friday
Previous weight 209.0
Current weight 210.0
LTD is at 40

Steps for the week:
Friday 16,612
Saturday 18,298
Sunday 20,598
Monday 15,954
Tuesday 17,441
Wednesday 11,366
Thursday 16,725

For a grand total of 121,052