Thursday Ice Breaker Question

What is one of your pet peeves?


Mine, is I don't like my stuff moved. If I put it somewhere and then it's moved , I go nuts trying to retrace my steps thinking I lost it. In my world it's best if everything of mine has its place.

Ok, it's your turn.

@trooworld Secret Eaters sounds interesting I don't think I've seen that. There's so many high calorie mistakes I used to make like buying trail mix with M&Ms or thinking bagged salad was healthy and that are pretty bad in retrospect or getting Frappaccinos at Starbucks and a muffin which is my calories for the entire day these days!

@lisalisa123 Love the meme!

@DrewsAnna That IS great news congratulations on that area shrinking!

@865jessica That's exciting both to have normal liver enzymes and to be back in the program, you're doing awesome!

@19shmoo69 I have a lot of pet peeves, one of my biggest is when people don't respect my time because I show a lot of respect for theirs being prompt and showing up no matter how I feel. I used to be real spontaneous but now I really like to stay on a schedule without a lot of surprises, a spontaneous run to the farmer's market is ok but since I “save” energy for bigger stuff if I don't plan for it it's harder to do something at night when I've been busy all day and I'm worn out. Great combo of these things is when my one neighbor would invite me to go out to dinner so I'd rest all day then she's say she changed her mind or would just send a “sorry can't go” because of anxiety and I'd blown a day sitting around.

Hi friends! Put in some time at the greenhouse, I'm realizing the above is why I was annoyed we got the seeds, had a list sent, and the manager said to use all of a certain tray and there was only one when my neighbor and I got there so it felt like a waste of time to go. We DID transport a bunch of winter squash seedlings to the farm. I gave my nephew a ride home from his class too. My oldest nephew is taking his driver's permit test tomorrow, I'm hoping for a celebration tomorrow night as I'm going over for it already so I hope he passes. I'll be helping getting some of those seedlings in tomorrow so I'd better get my bath in!

@DrewsAnna I hope the island works out for the trailer. That's great news about your mammogram & ultrasounds!

@865jessica I hope being on the program helps support you. That's great that the gallstone passed and your liver enzymes are in the normal range. Great job with the walk! Have any pics?

@19shmoo69 I can relate to that pet peeve. I put stuff in very specific places so I don't lose things. When they don't go back where I expect them, I get upset.

@Katmary71 It's super interesting: they set up hidden cameras and the people don't know, but they are being filmed and watched everything they are eating! I'd be mortified if someone did that to me lol. Yeah it's easy to misstep with food. Good luck to the nephew taking his driver's test! I hope you get to celebrate. How are you feeling?

@laurelfit57 I'm glad you had fun with your company. That's good Ty was good with everyone. Cute pic!

Thursday Ice Breaker Question: What is one of your pet peeves?
When people cruise in the fast lane. That's a passing lane, not your comfort cruise lane! You are supposed to pass someone and move over for the next person who wants to pass YOU.

HI all. I am off today because I go to that conference this weekend. Today, I am getting healthy groceries and doing laundry and getting ready for tomorrow's first day of conference. Nothing fun! Maybe reading a bit.

In case anyone wants to watch Secret Eaters, here's a link to a YouTube playlist with the episodes: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n8YmaosJMRw&list=PL8ADW9c6OeowRia3M_-MrnEwXoYfCNRCN
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MEMBER SPOTLIGHT ON JENNIFER (@vegan4lyfe2012)





What made you decide to improve your health and join MFP?

Picture it…2012… the kitchen phone rang. I was running down my hallway, trying to answer it when I tripped over something and fell. It really hurt and I had a hard time getting back up. I was embarrassed. It was then that I realized the 50 extra pounds had to go.

What makes improving your health worth doing?
I look at my 81 year old mother and I don’t want to be like her. She’s 100 pounds overweight, can’t hardly get around, is in pain all the time. Her quality of life is, to put it nicely, lacking.

What have you tried in the past that hasn't worked?
Maintenance. Unfortunately, I gained back the 50 pounds plus 15 more. I started getting really serious this past December. I lost 20 pounds in a few months, but just recently (within the past month) gained back about 6 pounds.

What have you tried that has worked?
When that first trip and fall happened, I began the Weight Watchers points program and started walking an hour each day – 15 minutes in the morning, 30 minutes at lunch time, then 15 more minutes in the afternoon. I dropped the 50 pounds rather quickly. This time around, this group has been extremely helpful. I’ve learned that I don’t have to do this alone. I’ve developed friendships that mean so much to me. You are all my cheerleaders and I appreciate you!

What form of exercise do you enjoy?
Before my 3 ankle surgeries, I loved the elliptical. Now I stick to walking and hiking the local dunes.

What goals did you achieve this past year?
I used to drink about a 2 liter of diet soda per day. I stopped drinking it back in December and made it 5 months. Tried introducing it back into my diet and it did not settle well, so back to being soda-free.

Are there things you didn't do before that you're able to do now?
When I initially lost the 50 pounds, there were a lot of things I could do – I went camping, did zip lining, long hikes. Since I’ve gained so much back, I try to use those memories as motivation to get back to it.

What is something non-weight related you have done or learned that you may not have if you hadn't started improving your health?
Sometimes I join my friends for sporty activities. I’m learning disc golf right now with my small group at church.

What are your favorite health and fitness blogs, books, or magazines that you have read/do read?
Whenever I need to ground myself back to healthier thoughts, I love to throw on my Forks Over Knives DVD. I enjoy their quarterly Forks Over Knives magazine, too, and even though I don’t make many recipes, I like to look at the pictures.

What is your favorite healthy food?
Roasted asparagus…with garlic, salt, pepper and a dash of garlic infused olive oil.

How did you manage to alter your eating pattern?
I’m still a work in progress…baby steps.

Is your family understanding about your health goals?
They understand my goals, but aren’t all that supportive when it comes right down to it. Unfortunately, I’m easily swayed.

What is your goal for this next year?
Buckle down, get serious with weighing and tracking every bite and get this extra weight off.


What is your best piece of advice for those just starting their journey?
Tracking every bite of food is important. But also weighing and measuring everything is important, too. That was an eye opener for me…I absolutely can NOT eyeball servings.

Do you have a photo that means a lot to you or one that represents reaching your health goals you’d like to share?
This picture is from 2016, about a year before I started gaining the weight back. It’s a motivational picture for me because I was happy with my weight, I could see my clavicles, and I was confident enough to wear those vibrant pink pants. This is where I want to be again.

Good morning slim peps,

@trooworld my problem is that I cannot take anything for my depression because I end up putting weight on and then that causes a whole different bout for me to fight through. So, I battle through on my own. Your pet peeve is Johns too. It is even worse when he passes them on the right to see them playing on their phone.

@lislisa123 Thanks for the motivation.

@DrewsAnna I hope the island works for your trailer. Congratulations on the great news. It's ok to splurge a little on news like that.

Thursdays Ice Breaker Question:
What is one of your pet peeves?
My #1 most pet peeve is when I ask for you to respect my wishes and you don't. My In Laws are the worst at this. They always go against what I ask.

@Katmary71 I also agree with you. On the time thing. "I put myself out for you at least you can do the same".

@laurelfit57 That is great that Ty was so good with the kids. I'm glad you had a great time with them.

@TeresaW2024 There lies my problem. Diesel has always laid around in the living room with us. He could lay with me or go lay on the other sofa. He will also go lay in my spot of the bed during the day. When we go to bed we close our door so the cat will not come in and walk all over us during the night. When he comes home he will have his raised bed for place. Which I would think would go in the living room, there will be no room for a crate as well. So I am going to have to use a room that he is unfamiliar with for his crate which he will not be comfortable with.
I am glad Maggie made it through surgery and is home. I not sure if this will work for her but when Sansa got ran over by the UPS truck I use this to keep her from licking her wounds.She could use it as a pillow too.


I did not realize how much of my day was wrapped up with Diesel. I am finding myself with nothing to do for the majority of the day. No reason to wake up early so, no reason to go to bed early. I am not getting up and down letting him out, playing with him, or snacking him. I have been taking some time to do some cleaning that needs to be done but my motivation is not to par. I have not heard from Kelley so I will text her later today to see how he is doing. I don't want to be a pain, I just need to know he is eating again.
Not much planned for today. Have a great day!

Maryirisfroehlich

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@laurelfit57 OK that's where I logged it so no worries. Have a great day being alone with all that fresh food and get some rest. Have fun with the grands!

@trooworld I watched part of the episode you linked earlier, I'll watch the rest after dinner. I'd be mortified if that was done to me too especially at something like a party with people I don't know where I'd be super nervous and stuff my face, haha! Good luck with the conference, great job seting yourself up well for the weekend getting so much done!

@TeresaW2024 Thank you! So glad Maggie is doing well! Poor girl I hope she recovers fast and is feeling better soon. Funny I get frustrated if my morning time doesn't take place, my coffee catching up online then working out I prefer being alone. These days my roommate usually isn't up yet so I can't blast it like I used to!

@vegan4lyfe2012 I forgot about your soda drinking I used to drink Diet Pepsi like that too. I'm good with herbal tea but for awhile I'd buy 1 single Diet Pepsi when I grocery shopped and still crave it then. I've been trying to do kombucha instead but it's more calories so that stinks! I didn't know you were learning disc golf until I read your spotlight, that sounds like a lot of fun! I can't wait to see a NEW photo of you in those hot pink pants with that confident smile! I like how you've been reevaluating things and look forward to hearing how you're doing on the program this next month. Oh I punned that recipe, yum!

@txcritter69 YES I get frustrated when I still show up at everything and others don't, I literally have to be in the hospital or on my way to cancel things. I'd make plans with you any time with that attitude! Oh my gosh your poor dog getting run over by UPS, I can't imagine. Aw I can't imagine how empty it feels without Diesel, I spend a lot of time with my cats too and can't imagine having one gone. Hugs to you, hope he's doing well!

Hi team! I went to the farm for a bit then went to the greenhouse to start some pumpkins we weren't able to yesterday. Spent the rest of the day resting as I'm still flared up but it's not as bad as a few days ago. Have a great night and happy Saturday!

Good Morning everyone

annachangesagain

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It's been a successful week in my mind. I've been doing better logging what I eat. I've focused more on protein intake and lowering carbs. I've gotten in some exercise. I feel hopeful.

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