badnoodle
weigh in day: Sunday
pw: 195.8
cw 191.2

Had a lot of salt this week, and I pulled something in my shoulder that is making most exercise really unpleasant.
But I did see friends and went to Tricia and karaoke, so that's a win.

Oh yes! I forgot to say that I loved reading @FushiaKat s story. Thank you for sharing, it is inspiring! And what a great idea for this group- Nice work Team Leaders @trooworld @Katmary71 @19shmoo69

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@txcritter69 - That mounds drink does sound tasty. Nice job keeping the scale moving in the right direction.
@Cornanda - <Hugs> I hope things go well with your mom and dad.
@TeresaW2024 - I watch my carbs but I'm not on any special diet. I kind of made up my own, using what I like from a couple different diets. You'll find what works for you. You've been doing a great job with your workout program.
@trooworld - Thank you. That's good that you had a healthy breakfast. Start your day off right. I had a banana with almonds for breakfast. @morenin - I'm glad you're feeling better.
@laurelfit57 - Congratulations on the weight loss. You're doing great!
@sleepygirl79, @Digger61, and  @vrafer - Congratulations on being our teams top loosers!
@Katmary71 - Nice job staying under calories. When I call for my husband to get up for work in the morning, my dog will go in there and kiss his face till he gets up...hehehe. Pet's will do the the darndest things.
@badnoodle - Great job on the weight loss! I hope your shoulder feels better. Karaoke sounds fun. You don't want to hear me sing though...lol. I can't hold a tune.

I've been getting bored with eating the same foods. So, I'm trying some new recipes and dressing them up a little in fancy dishes to make them look more appealing. I made a mushroom, tomato, and spinach stuffed chicken breast for dinner last night.

Good Mornin' folks,

First off Congrats to our team winners @sleepygirl79 @digger61 and @vrafer 🎉Amazing Job🎉
Congrats are also in order for @badnoodle @laurelfit57 @bethanie0825 @19shmoo69 and @Veta2018

@Cornanda I am sorry about your mom. I hope everything works out in the best interest of everyone. I like your mug and tumbler.

@TeresaW2024 I have tried chocolate wine before and loved it. I actually isn't popular. I will have to look the next time I am at total wine and see if they carry it. I am doing the same with cleaning out the pantry and freezer. I always find myself not using food and having to get rid of it. With my no speed Jan I did pretty good about just buying perishables.

@Katmary71 We keep our bedroom door closed at night because Tigger like to wake us up at 2 in the morning. But I can hear Diesel in the morning waiting outside the door for me to get up. When I open the door he is so happy to see me, he makes me laugh. I have been noticing the same thing with my clothes too. I still weigh the same but my clothes fit differently.

@trooworld you have more patience than I do. I would have thrown a temper tantrum to get the walking pad set up.

@Veta2018 Thanks, That chicken looks tasty. We are having Lemon Chicken Gnocchi (never had Gnocchi before) for dinner tonight. Since we have been eating at home I have been on the search for new dinners. I print the ones we like for future use.

There is not much in the plan for today but some house work and a dog walk. I hope everyone has a blessed day!

"Today, I Choose To Be HAPPY!"

@trooworld Yum Chicken Pepperoni sounds delish! I looked around his website and there is a lot of yummy recipes!

@Katmary71 Our fur babies have no respect for our sleep. Maggie started banging on her crate and whining at 5:30 until I got up to take her out. I think now that she is almost 8 years old her bladder isn’t what it used to be. What fun to be able to find some clothes for your charity event that didn’t cost you anything! Yeah, a lot can be hidden with some good shapewear. You will get back where you need to be.

@badnoodle Sorry about your shoulder pain. I have an issue with my right shoulder and always struggle with certain exercise moves. I hope you feel better soon.


@Veta2018 I think I like doing my own diet best of all too. Some days I might eat all Keto and the next might be a very carb-heavy day. I am trying to balance it and I really do think portion size is key. I do love my workout program! Your chicken dinner sounds yummy! I like to try new things too.

@txcritter69 My problem is that I collect condiments and then never finish them. I must have tossed 6 bottles of different things that were way expired. I need a no-spend year!

@sleepygirl79 It’s hard to be consistent with tracking. I always start and then fizzle out. I am working on just recording what I ate and not worrying so much about the calorie count. At least it’s something! Yeah, if you get behind you have to jump back in. Trying to keep up is too much and no one should feel pressured.


Hi Team! So, this morning I started stage two of my workout program called Sculpt & Define. It’s time under tension moves, which I love!! I did go up in weight a few times but at the end he had us repeat three of the moves, 45 seconds each, 3 sets. By the end, my grip strength was gone, and I had to drop weight just to finish. I can’t wait for tomorrow’s chest and back! I went to Walmart for groceries and then managed to clean my bedroom and steam my clothes that needed it. Tomorrow Joe and I have to go to the dentist for our 6-month cleaning. Joe doesn’t think he should have to go. I told him that wasn’t an option yet because he was still breathing. Ugh!
Word for 2024 - Strive

Hi MS...You have a new member joining your awesome team ..Please welcome @GrinningPossumLifts

Weigh ins needed: @DebJB30 @megnolia82 @sleepygirl79 @littebabekitty @JadeGypsyxo @vegan4lyfe2012 @AmbersWay @Jactop @tylaK2015

Tomorrow reminder for: @FushiaKat

@trooworld Aw how sweet of Daisy. Does she usually sleep with you? The one downfall of having a batch of pesto around is it goes bad fast so you'd have to eat all that sundried tomato pesto which would be heaven but bad for weight loss! Woohoo glad you opened the box, one step closer to blasting “Her Strut”! I did get in the tub, hoping to make it two nights in a row!

@Veta2018 LOL your dog sounds funny no way to sleep through aggressive pup kisses! Oh yum the stuffed chicken breasts sound amazing! Definitely share what you're up to, we've had a lot of good recipes come up in this group that I've tried.

@txcritter69 Aw I bet Diesel is so sweet when he sees you in the morning. Jasper goes crazy when I get back from getting mail, I can see him meowing in the window when I walk back up the pathway. I've been tempted to sleep alone especially being allergic to cats but it's so sweet to wake up with them snoozing next to me. I do sleep with earplugs so I don't hear them though. Your dinner sounds real good too, yum!

@sleepygirl79 You're welcome, that's ok on the gain it happens. Please don't feel you have to reply to all the comments, we're happy just hearing how you're doing when you get the chance. I know when there's a bunch of things you haven't responded to it can get stressful but it's perfectly fine to post your update or just reply to a few.

@TeresaW2024 Oh no Maggie was a little stinker this morning!Thank you. Wow that sounds like a tough workout but it's the kind you'll see really good strength improvement fast from. Good luck getting Joe to the dentist tomorrow! Frankly I think we should still get lollipops or pick a prize even though we're adults.

@morenin That's great news you're down sizes! Oh no I hope you didn't flash anyone when your pants fell! Definitely time to say goodbye to those! Way to go!

@GrinningPossumLifts Welcome to Mission Slimpossibles! I can't wait to hear the story behind your name here so please do tell!

@micaroo4 Very good advice on logging, I agree with everything you said. There's something about seeing it written down that helps a lot, when it's just loosely in your mind it's easy to forget things or not realize what all is going on.

Hi friends! I got up early and did some chair cardio then off to PT. They tried to get me to do cardio to warm up and I made it clear that I just finished 30 minutes of cardio at home and want my time there to be focused on strength training and stretching for my back. She tried to get me to do it for 5 minutes and was being pretty rude so I said her choice was strength training or they'll lose me as a customer. I was about to shopping and don't need 5 minutes on a machine that tends to flare me up when I won't gain anything from it. I had an amazing PT when I went before my back surgery then my home PT was awesome, this last month it's kind of a waste of time to be honest. Met my dad at Panera then went grocery shopping and came home. The neighborhood was having the trees trimmed and there was a stump grinder so I went and asked if I could have wood chips. I currently have half a driveway filled to deal with, I'm trying to do a little at a time. I'm seeing an allergist in the morning and have to get to my paperwork, have a great Tuesday!

WI Monday
PW 206.4
CW 206.4

I was down all week and now I’m back up today. Ugh

Well it’s almost the end of my shift and I have caught up on all the posts since Saturday. Congratulations to all who made the letter board.
To all that have asked I am still extremely sad in my heart over my kitty but I have picked a beautiful picture I have of him and I’m going to get it enlarged frame it and put him up on our family wall. I have two dogs as well so they always make me smile. Especially Whiskie our Great Dane. Wow what a personality. lol.

To avoid stupid eating I have only been packing healthy food in my lunch that way if I end up snacking at least it’s fruit and veggies.

We’ll break is over. Better get to it. Have a great Tuesday everyone!

@tammymccrady6278 - your sweet kitty is so beautiful. I grieved a long time over my last dog when he passed- almost 2 years ago. Give yourself time. Hugs.....

Happy Tuesday, everyone! Here is your discussion question for today:



What can I do to practice more self-care this week?

@TeresaW2024 I am the same way with condiments, just chunked a bottle of basil pesto that I bought for a recipe. I was checking to see if I had some for another recipe. It was way past it exp. date. I feel like I just bought it. Thanks for the advice on tracking. I am going to make some changes next month with my tracking. Good luck at the dentist.

@morenin Congrats on your NSV fitting into a smaller size is awesome.

@GrinningPossumLifts Welcome to the group.

@micaroo4 Thanks for that info on tracking. Snow is why I live in the south, we get our little winters which are plentiful for me. Would that be funny if she did make you come in after you retire.😂 Have fun at the senior center.

@tammymccrady6278 That is a sweet picture of Milo. I did the same thing when Sansa passed away. I have a wood crest on my china cabinet (that my mom gave me) that has all of her stuff in it with a heart shaped wood picture next to it. It has been 2 yrs and it is easier but I still have moments that it hurts a lot.

@Katmary71 I would have Diesel in the bed but it is not big enough for all of us and John is not for it. I do love seeing his excitement every morning. Sorry about PT, you know what is best for your body.

@trooworld have you tried the want something done sooner than later, start doing it and then yell for help so he will come in and help. I hope you did get it set up. I agree with you on walking, I used to push for the 10,000 steps every day. My legs and feet hurt all the time. It was not until I backed off that they stopped hurting and now I have a 7,000 step goal which I am happy with. Some days I have so much going on that I get over 10,000 steps. I hope all goes well with Violet.

@Veta2018 If you ever get the chance you need to try Lemon Chicken Gnocchi, it was so simple to make and it was amazing in taste.

Unfortunately I will not get to practice any self-care this week except rest. Tomorrow is the day I am having 2 teeth removed. So I will be down tomorrow and Thursday (I am a HUGE baby when it comes to pain). Then I will take it easy for the rest of the weekend.

After reading about how some of y'all track, I have a plan for next month. I have been printing some of the recipes that I have been cooking, if it doesn't have a calorie count I am going to find it and write it on the recipe. Instead of using the MFP tracker I am going to use a notebook to write it down. Maybe the old style method will work better than the new.

"Today, I Choose To Be HAPPY!"

@sleepygirl79 - I do yoga. It will definitely improve your flexibility. There are as many different types of yoga as there are sports. But at the heart of it all, yoga is about breath. Controlling the body, by controlling your breathing, brings calmness to your brain. Yoga moves your body into positions that challenge your breath. So just remember, whatever type of yoga you choose, you don't have to achieve a specific pose or position. You simply work towards the pose as best you can, and breathe. There are blocks, and straps, and other props to help you modify the poses. The flexibility is a bonus, not the objective. The mental health benefits of yoga will change your life. I know, people say "life-changing" all the time, but yoga is the real deal.
-Mica

vegan4lyfe2012
Sunday
PW: 206.2
CW: 204.2

Woot Woot!

I had a great time at the senior center. People range in age from about my age (I am 67) to probably 90+. There was a group of ladies playing cards - apparently very serious card players - and they did NOT want "noise". But there were some guys playing pool, and they were all on board for a concert, so I started to play. I decided to start with the very first song that my Dad taught me to play, when I was just a wee child, too small really to hold the guitar. That song is "When I grow too old to dream". It's kind of a melancholy song and maybe not the best choice for my audience, but those who knew the song were singing. I went on to play some other tunes "At the Zoo" by Simon & Garfunkel, a couple of Elvis tunes including "Love Me Tender", a couple of Beatles songs, some James Taylor songs, and a blues song "So Long" which is a personal favorite (I don't think anyone knew that one).
-Mica