Mission Slimpossible Team Chat - JANUARY 2024
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Weigh In Sunday
SW 175
PW 175.9
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Oh my my…I just read through 11 pages to catch up.
I’m hoping to get back to checking in regularly. I need it.
My new years was blah to say the least. This past 6 months have been a roller coaster, emotionally, physically and medically (after my husband’s accident).
I’m starting my new year a week late but here I am, ready to find my way back to my routine.
Glad to see all the new members and all the “old” 😊
Hoping everyone has a great week!
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@Katmary71 I’ve been hearing about Ashwagandha but haven’t looked into it enough to give it a try. Is there a brand you recommend? I have some sleepytime tea but that only makes me get up to pee more than I already do.
That is great that you have your brother and nephew to help you. I need to find someone willing to climb into my attic to change our air conditioner filter. Such a stupid place to put it! Your cats remind me of when I wash Maggie’s face. She rubs herself all over the furniture acting like I just tried to kill her. I’m glad you liked the chicken chili! As for the questions, I would think it would be easier for you three to ask them. If you get stumped you could always do another form and have us submit questions/icebreakers we would like to see. That way you don’t end up with people forgetting to do their question or repeating.
@micarro4 both of your adventures sound awesome! How sweet of you to want to play for the seniors. I’m sure they will love it and I hope you do get the courage to do it. Much better than cleaning the oven!
@bethanie0825 Max is sooo beautiful and very regal looking. So sorry you had to put down your Riley. He was gorgeous.
@trooworld Ugghh I hope you aren’t getting a cold and if you are I hope it quickly passes. The news was scaring me last night about all the flu going around this year. Usually I get a flu shot and I just haven’t this year. I think I will make an appointment and go this week. The thought of being really sick while taking care of Joe is one of my nightmares.
@19shmoo69 That story is disgusting and hilarious! I love your kids!!
@vegan4lyfe2012 Congrats on the 7-pound loss in two weeks. That is great!!
Good morning! I started this post yesterday and then forgot to post it. 😀Yesterday was a great day! After a year and a half my little church finally has a pastor. I really feel he is going to be a great addition to our church family. We have our first staff/leadership meeting this Wednesday so I will get to start learning how he will be as my boss. Hopefully a good one! I am happy to say that I have been 8 days sugar free. Yesterday we went to Jason’s Deli for lunch and after eating I turned down eating the free ice cream and had no issue watching my mom and my sister eat it. I am determined to do this! This week I repeat last week’s workout and will get to dig deeper, lift heavier, and hopefully survive. Have a great day!
Word for 2024 - Strive
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@laurelfit57, @vegan4lyfe2012, and @txcritter69 - nice job on the weight loss.
Yeah! I hit 150lbs. on the scale this morning. I wanted to be there by New Years but I slacked on doing my daily exercise. That makes it a total of 30 lbs. lost since September 1st. I have 20 more lbs. to lose till I reach my goal weight. Then, I will use the habits I've learned to maintain my weight. @FushiaKat - It's been inspiring to see you at your goal weight and maintaining.💪Mission Slimpossible Strong!💪
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@TeresaW2024 that’s great news on a new pastor. What did your church do while waiting?
@Veta2018 congrats on the loss! That’s so exciting! Cheering that next 20 on.
@trooworld I hope you feel better soon. How do you feel about the help of a dietitian? I went that route in the past and would love to hear others opinions.
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Good Morning,
Congrats to everyone that moved the scale in the right direction.
@micaroo4 I like your way of thinking about snacks. I love the choices of adventures you picked. I unfortunately am suck at the house for now. My daughter has my everyday car as her is sitting in our garage waiting to be worked on by my hubby.
@TeresaW2024 What a way to start that morning. So glad to hear that the pastor is the one y'all are looking for. I too started this post yesterday and forgot to post as well. Congrats on being sugar free. That is great!
@morenin I hope you get to feeling better.
@Katmary71You are right about that on pet gifts. I am slowly getting through all the stuff in my craft room. It is hard trying to decide what to keep and what to let go of. My daughter is going to end up with what i get rid of so parting with it will not be such sorrow. Lol
@bethanie0825 Your Shepherds are gorgeous. Your job does sound like it would be a love/hate relationship. I hope all goes well with the insurance covering Saxenda.
@Megnolia82 Welcome home for your vacation. Sounds like you had a blast.
@trooworld So sorry it turned out to be a cold. I hope you get to feeling better. Daisey sounds like Diesel when it comes to nail trimming. It takes my hubby and I to do his. My hubby hold him while I trim.
@19shmoo69 I love the big mac from Micky D's. Kids will do some of the craziest things.
@Veta2018 I miss being able to speed time with my mom. I did the same thing about put off today what can be done tomorrow. Congrats on hitting 150 lbs. That is an awesome job losing 30 lbs in just over 4 months.
@vegan4lyfe2012 Glad you had a great time with family. Congrats on your loss.
@badnoodle Congrats on loss. We were invited out to eat the Sat before WI so it may have not helped in my WI but I am still sticking to the no spend Jan so I do for see any more eating out this month. Now only if I can give up the snacking at night.
Now I think I am caught up. I started this post yesterday and though I posted it.
Today will be a day of finally packing up Christmas Decor. I know I am probably the last to do this but, growing up my mom did not take down decor until after the 3 wise men come to see Jesus. I have decided to care on this tradition and wait the 12 days after Christmas to start taking everything down. The upside to this I get to see my Christmas decor a little longer. Hehehe4 -
@865jessica – What did you season your air popped popcorn with? That’s my usual go-to snack, but I want to stop using the fake butter-flavored spray oil. I don’t know how else to make my season salt stick to it.
@19shmoo69 – I am always willing to sacrifice for tea
and your wife is hilarious! I absolutely LOVED Godzilla Minus One. Fantastic storyline and some very sad parts. I intend to add it to my physical collection as soon as it’s released on Blu-ray. I have to ask how old your son & daughter are for those Street Candy shenanigans hahahahaha!
@Katmary71 – Yes, we joke that people are going to think Byron and Sophie are twins I watched another episode of Reacher. He seems to be less robotic the longer he’s around Roscoe. No spoilers, please! I saw your photo on the newsfeed of the Valentine boxes – they are so festive!
@trooworld – Hope you’re feeling better.
@TeresaW2024 – Congrats on the new pastor! I hope he’s a fantastic boss, too! Congrats on being 8 days sugar free!
I had a great time with all the kids/grands yesterday. Since it was impromptu, Hunter made the easiest dinner…spaghetti and unmeatballs with her home made garlic bread. My plate consisted of 1 cup pasta, 6 unmeatballs, 1 small slice of garlic bread and half a plate of salad with a low cal vinaigrette. I was beyond satisfied. I’m still planning on being mainly whole foods, but I’m giving myself leeway of 10% processed foods (within reason). Brought leftovers for my lunch today and I am so full! Going on day 18 without soda, too. Not missing it at all Enjoying my refreshing cold Celestial Seasonings Zinger infusions. All in all, life is going good (except for this dang knee scooter). Hoping the doctor puts me in a walking boot tomorrow. Just need to decide on what type of sauce I’m going to make this evening for my tofu bowl. It’s kinda hard finding oil and nut free ones. Anywhose, I hope everyone has a Marvelous Monday!
2024 Mantra: Quit slacking and make s h ! t happen!
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@19shmoo69 hahaha. Teens are hilarious! I love that story. Where’s the youtube link? I feel the black and gold pompoms could have come in handy here too!
@veta2018 @vegan4lyfe2012 nice loss!! Great job!
@ambersway I haven’t been keeping up with all posts, but I hope your husband is recovering well.
Tonight is Zumba night! Excited to get a sweat on. Lately, I’ve been feeling out of breath a lot easier, so hopefully I can keep up (investigation with doc is underway). It’s a pretty relaxed atmosphere, so I can take a break if needed, but don’t like to. The snow is finally accumulating around here so that makes dog walks a bit more physical, plus the added calorie buster of shoveling snow. My keto husband is going away for work this week and next, so that usually means the kids and I carb-up more (I hate cooking). I’ll try to keep it low or at least eat smaller portions). Everyone keep it up!
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@vegan4lyfe2012- It's a packaged bag of kettle corn. I do 2 cups normally. I find kettle corn to be my favorite.
Checking in with goals
130oz- will met this goal by end of day
exercise 3x a week- haven't exercised today but will tomorrow
calories 1600-1800 - I've already gone over today but will stick to fajita chicken and veggies bowl tonight so I don't go way over
I'm still a work in progress and I'm going to keep trying everyday to do a little better.3 -
@trooworld - Thank you. Chili was good. I used 85% too and drained the excess grease. 30 lbs. Is my total loss. I just started on September 1st. It feels much longer though. I read the book of 1King for my bible study group on Tuesday, but I'm also reading "The Big Finish" by Brooke Fossey. It's about an elderly man and his relationship with his granddaughter. I won this book in Goodreads giveaway. I hope you feel better soon. I take Theraflu. It's works great, just doesn't taste that great. Good luck at your dietitian appointment.
@TeresaW2024 - We posted at the same time...hehehe. Sorry to hear about Joe. That had to be scary. I'm glad you were able to find a pastor you like. I hope he's a good boss too. Congrats on no sugar! Now repeat and get yourself another 8 days sugar free.
@AmbersWay - Thank you. Let's keep shedding those pounds together!
@txcritter69 - Thank you. I can sometimes be a procrastinator. Especially when it comes to doing dishes. I don't like doing dishes or laundry. They never end. Once I have them all done, there's more...ugh. My mom's like a best friend, I can tell her anything. I'm so sorry you can't spend time with yours. <Hugs> I like that you have that tradition.
@vegan4lyfe2012 - I can't wait till May when my grandbaby arrives. Love'em up...hehehe. Too funny, it's like we're reading each other's minds yesterday trooworld and I both had chili, and today I had whole wheat spaghetti and meatballs.(not vegan) 1 cup spaghetti, and 6 meatballs. Great job resisting soda(pop). Keep it up!
@sleepygirl79 - Thank you. Have fun with Zumba. Zumba kicks my butt. I need to take a few water breaks...lol. Small portions is a great idea. Stay strong!💪
@865jessica - Is that 130 oz. of water? Wow! I can only drink about 67 oz. If I drink more than that I feel too bloated and can't eat. You're doing great! Keep making progress! Small steps = Big wins.
I'm feeling good. Thank you everyone for all the encouragement.💪Mission Slimpossible Strong!💪
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txcritter69 wrote: »I have decided to care on this tradition and wait the 12 days after Christmas to start taking everything down. The upside to this I get to see my Christmas decor a little longer. Hehehe
I do that too! I should have put everything away yesterday, but I'm delaying a bit. The lights are pretty and I feel ick.
In better news, my new kitchen scale is here and working. We'll see how it goes.2 -
Weigh In Day: Monday
PW: 203.2
CW: 202.8
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Could have knocked me over last week with a pound loss. I am starting to get back on track, I went to the gym twice last week I do well during the day, after dinner I totally go off the rails! I really need to start figuring this out, just so darn tired by the end of every day. Unfortunately for me tired equals over eating 😔. Goal for today is to stop eating at seven, just for today🥰3
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@Katmary71 there are actually three new Godzilla productions. Godzilla minus one(japanese film), kong vs godzilla part two(monsterverse) and godzilla monarch(monsterverse series) (its on apple tv)
@micaroo4 what a blessing you are going to the senior centers and interacting with those youngsters.
@bethanie0825 i may be weird but if a doc prescribes it the insurance should cover it.
To all those with losses great job and to those of us that held or had a gain let's get-r-dun next week.
@vegan4lyfe2012 they're 18&17
My apologies. I know I missed some posts to interact with. I am still trying to learn this reading and posting thing.
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WEIGH-INS needed for @DebJB30 @littlebabekitty @AmbersWay @broncobuddee
Tomorrow weigh-in reminder for @FushiaKat good luck!2 -
@vegan4lyfe2012 Congratulations on that drop, wow! You have been doing real good with food, I'm glad you have results from your hard work. How far into Reacher are you now? I haven't started the second season, I honestly forgot what happened at the end of last season so I may have to rewatch some. My memory stinks these days. You're doing awesome on no soda, wtg! True a lot of non-oil sauces are nut-based. Let us know what you end up with!
@AmbersWay Glad to see you posting and ready to get back to it! It's been hoppin here lately, all the new friends here with their excitement is motivating me too. You definitely have had a tough time but you've kept going and checked in here and never gave up which I admire.
@TeresaW2024 Hahaha that's the downfall of my 64oz of tea a day is I'm up during the night! I'm currently using this brand from Walmart, it's a pretty high dose so try taking 1 (that's what I do) and see if there's a difference and if not go up to the recommended amount. I think it kicked in for me after about 4 days. Hope it works for you, here's a link: https://www.walmart.com/ip/Futurebiotics-Ashwagandha-Capsules-Extra-Strength-3000mg-Stress-Relief-Formula-Natural-Mood-Support-Stress-Focus-Energy-Support-Supplement-120/852840559?from=/search LOL poor Maggie, too funny! Makes me laugh at how offensive they seem to find us wiping their eye “sleepies” but they must need help right? Eight days sugar free is awesome! Great news on the pastor I hope he's also a good boss.
@Veta2018 Congratulations at hitting 150lbs! Wow 30lbs since September is amazing! Congratulations on 30lbs down!
@trooworld Oh no I'm sorry you're feeling so lousy, hope you're feeling better soon. I feel bad for you that sounds awful. Good luck with the dietitian, I hope she's helpful.
@txcritter69 Good morning! Passing on craft stuff to your daughter will definitely make it easier to pass on, smart idea. Hm so would she make you gifts with what you pass on? She may need a big chunk of fabric for an awesome Mom gift!
@sleepygirl79 Have fun at Zumba tonight! I hope you don't become out-of-breath, glad to hear breaks are ok and it's under investigation. Does your husband usually cook? I'm imagining this amazing feast of pizza and doughnuts when he's gone but definitely don't do that!
@865jessica Doing good on your goals! Are you a James Clear fan? The friend who was moderator when I joined this group used to post wisdom from him about being 1% better each day. He wrote Atomic Habits, good read if you're interested.
@morenin Good luck with the kitchen scale. I may have said this before but there used to be a topic under “food” in the Food forum on here that discusses biggest surprises when you start tracking. Peanut butter and oils are two but another good example is if you buy sourdough bread the ends are tiny and middle pieces real long so they have an average on the label but we don't usually worry if labels are correct.
@laurelfit57 You got this, good luck after dinner tonight.
@19shmoo69 Interesting now that I think of it I don't really remember the first one much, I need to re-watch it.
Hi team! Got a lot done today, I got up and did a light workout of PT stretches then caught up on work. Had lunch early then dropped off the Valentine's boxes and got photos of everyone with their boxes (really fun when they aren't the one who said yes to it and want you to go away as soon as you walk in with the box). I went and did another treatment at the holistic place then came home and registered for a grant writing class then off to PT. Weirdly my PT looks similar to my last boyfriend, they could pass as siblings. I have 12 visits and asked to stretch them out once a week versus twice a week. Not much else going on, looking forward to getting in the tub tonight! Have a great Tuesday!2 -
WI Monday
PW 205.2
CW 205.2
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@Veta2018- Ya it's 130oz of water. I was seeing a nurse practitioner in a weight loss program and she recommended I drink half my body weight in water. So it's a bit over half my body weight but I've gotten use to it and it just feels like what I need.
@Katmary71- I'll check out James Clear. I've not heard of them.
I'm going to work hard on controlling my eating today and get in 30-45mins of exercise today. I hope everyone has a lovely Tuesday.2 -
I've come down with cold symptoms. I did a covid test; it was negative. But I'll have to postpone today's adventure. 🤒4
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Hey Slims. Just dropping in to leave my weight in for Sunday. Gained .4 lbs as I went over calories by a bit last week. Still glad to not have gained more than that. Trying my best to make up for it this week. Stay strong 💪 My birthday is next month and I want to look better in my birthday dress than last year so thats my motivation now.
littlebabekitty
Sunday Weight In:
Cw: 197.4
PW::197
GW: 135
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@laurelfit57, @vegan4lyfe2012, and @txcritter69 - nice job on the weight loss.
Yeah! I hit 150lbs. on the scale this morning. I wanted to be there by New Years but I slacked on doing my daily exercise. That makes it a total of 30 lbs. lost since September 1st. I have 20 more lbs. to lose till I reach my goal weight. Then, I will use the habits I've learned to maintain my weight. @FushiaKat - It's been inspiring to see you at your goal weight and maintaining.💪Mission Slimpossible Strong!💪
That's awesome, Congratulations!!! You got this ♥3 -
Username: FushiaKat
Weigh-In Tuesday
SW: 245
Maintenance Goal 135 - 140
Weeks in maintenance 02 of 52
PW: 136.7
CW: 137.6
Yay! I won first place in the contest. I never dropped out of the top ten the entire time we were judging. It must have been the little train ride in the back, I built the ride first since it's a ride contest, then I tried to fit the room around the ride.
Life is good, but 2024 is sailing by. I'm taking my cat to the vet she had all of her teeth removed and there's a flap of skin hanging out of her mouth. But of course, my doctor called this morning and moved my appointment to tomorrow, and I also have a phone appointment with my Rinvoq nurse too at the same time, I'm going to be busy. Just waiting on the Vet to call me back in a few minutes. I need to get our Christmas Tree taken down and put away.
2024 will be all about getting organized and decluttering at our house, the older I get the less I remember so I don't need as much stuff to take care of.3 -
@AmbersWay Our church had an interim pastor. He is a great guy but also had another full time job so he wasn’t able to give much of his time to our church. Our deacon chair stepped up for the daily operations and I thought of him and his wife, our financial director, as my bosses. It will be good to have someone taking the lead and seeing the big picture.
@Katmary71 Thanks for the link! I will definitely do more reading on it. I already take a ton of stuff.
@trooworld I hope your cold is feeling better! Wow, taking the step to have bariatric surgery is huge but for some people, it really is a lifesaver. I worked with a guy once who had it and it completely changed his life. But there were some real struggles too, which I know you are educating yourself on. I truly wish you the very best and believe me, I have thought about doing it too.
Hi Team! This is just a quick check-in because I am truly beat. I did my workout this morning and pushed myself harder than last week. Then I had to take Maggie to the groomer and go to the office where I had to get my file cabinets ready for the New Year. After that, I went shopping as I waited for Maggie to be done. I bought a big fuzzy pink coat that feels like a blanket. Today was such a nasty rainy day that I couldn’t resist. Came home and made air fryer salmon bites and sweet potato fries. Yummy!
Word for 2024 - Strive
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@865jessica Good luck today on your eating and exercise!
@trooworld Hahaha I meant the business owners we bring the collection boxes to not the elderly recipients of cards! You're right they do want to chat and are really touched to be thought of. Just walking out of the home whose craft room we used we had residents excited when they saw the decorated boxes. A woman at Mountain Mikes told me she wasn't interested when I walked in with their box and someone had said yes or I wouldn't be there so when she offered to check with her manager I agreed and waited. Then I asked her to smile and pose with the box and she finally laughed and had fun with it. I'm not super outgoing so even doing this ups my anxiety but figure it's good for me in the long run. I'm glad you came home when you weren't feeling well. I'm sorry to hear how long the wait will be for surgery, I know you aren't making an easy decision and wish you could do it sooner. Hope you're feeling better! Did you like the dietitian?
@micaroo4 Oh shoot get some rest and feel better soon!
@littlebabekitty You got this, keep reminding yourself of how slender you'll be in that dress!
@FushiaKat Woohoo that's wonderful on first place in the contest, you're so good at those! I hope things go well for your cat and with your appointments. Funny you answered my group question with getting your house in order!
@TeresaW2024 A fuzzy pink warm coat in this weather is perfect to stay warm and keep your spirits up! Yummy dinner!
HI team! Not much new, worked out then read for a bit and went to the holistic group and tried their inversion table and sauna. I didn't want to do anything to worsen my "rain pain". Just made pizza and am going to get back to reading, we have another storm going through and I'm not feeling the best so I'm taking my tea carafe to my room and getting cozy. Have a great Wednesday!2 -
Hi all! You guys are doing great! Quick hello as busy few days. Made it to Aqua fit class today. Day 9 of tracking as well!
Have a great night everyone!
~ Missy
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Has anyone's home screen changed? I don't pay for premium and now my home page has all these boxes saying "go premium".1
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@Katmary71 there are actually three new Godzilla productions. Godzilla minus one(japanese film), kong vs godzilla part two(monsterverse) and godzilla monarch(monsterverse series) (its on apple tv)
@micaroo4 what a blessing you are going to the senior centers and interacting with those youngsters.
@bethanie0825 i may be weird but if a doc prescribes it the insurance should cover it.
To all those with losses great job and to those of us that held or had a gain let's get-r-dun next week.
@vegan4lyfe2012 they're 18&17
My apologies. I know I missed some posts to interact with. I am still trying to learn this reading and posting thing.
I wish but Blue Cross doesn't want to pay for it. I don't understand how a for-profit company can overrule what my doctor and I decide. It's mind boggling.
And your kids sound super cool and funny lol (the candy/McDonald's post)1
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