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WI Monday
PW 211.8
CW 212.8

Well not how I expected this week to go. I am fully back at logging everything. Grasping at fixing my sleeping schedule. Got my 25 miles in last week, which was an accomplishment.

Nothing to report, busy and tired. Everyone adjusting to the school schedule, hot weather still and just daily life. I am hoping we get back on track sooner than later.

I hope you all are well. I am behind on 64 posts. So I have reading to do now.

Thank you @trooworld @Katmary71 @19shmoo69 for all you do for our team! You are SUPERSTARS! I appreciate you! Thank you for all of the time and energy you put into helping us to stay focused and encouraged!

@trooworld - love your disco cane! With or without a cane, you are always stylin'!

Summer colds are the worst. Covid or something else, I hope that everyone suffering from a summer cold gets to feeling better very soon! My personal affliction is ragweed allergies. So I don't have a summer cold, but it looks and feels very much like it. Fortunately, OTC allergy meds help a lot.

Chiming in with a note of appreciation for our unpaid leaders @trooworld, @Katmary71, and @19shmoo69 - THANK YOU!



What small daily habit could you change today to better align with your health and wellness goals?
Great question! In order to answer it honestly, I have to reveal just how much Diet Coke I've been drinking daily. The bottle says 64mg of caffeine per bottle. The medical community recommends that we not exceed 400 mg per day. I was pretty close to hitting that ceiling with 6 bottles a day. So cutting back on that is certainly a change that would better align with my health and wellness goals. As of Saturday, I have cut back to 4 bottles/day. I need to cut that back as well, but I'll have to do it in increments so that I don't feel deprived. So I'm down to 4, or 3 if I decide to have tea.

-Mica

@Jactop – 14 day process to make beans?!? I can barely do the few minutes necessary to throw beans in the Instant Pot! Sounds interesting, but that is a lot of time…
@trooworld – I know you’re the recipe queen I have a tried and true one I like for air fryer chickpeas, but if you have a fun flavor combo, let me know the spices! I hope the surgeon’s office nails down a date for you. Ugh. I hate waiting. I need to get some of those disco tile sheets! So fun! Yes, I liked Blink Twice. There’s a twist towards the end and then the ending itself wasn’t expected. It takes a while for the set up (about half the run time), but it actually serves a purpose. I definitely recommend it. I hope you start feeling better with the extra rest today. Hugs!
@TeresaW2024 – I talked to my therapist yesterday and we did some brainstorming about the late night snacking. I’d agree about the protein needs. Last night at bedtime, I was hungry and wasn’t satisfied with the carrots I had been snacking on earlier. Hunter scrambled up some Just Egg and I ate 2 servings – 140 calories and 10 grams of protein. It hit the spot! I think my body was craving protein. Blink Twice is a psychological thriller. Lots of stars in it, but Channing Tatum is the male lead. I have not watched The Chosen because it’s a drama and the Christian movies/shows I tend to watch are more action, scary or end of the world ones, although my current favorite show is Vindication, which is a crime drama. I own the first 3 seasons and am anxiously awaiting the release of season 4. Side note – I’ve listened to the first 3 episodes of the podcast you recommended and am enjoying it so far. Thanks!
@micaroo4 – That soda caffeine sure is addictive! I’ve fallen back into a daily habit. So easy to do. But you’ve already cut back almost 50%, so that is awesome!
@19shmoo69 – Why do today what you can put off till tomorrow, amirite? Hahaha

I have a friend that I haven’t seen since February. She posted some pictures of her at work recently and she looks fantastic! She’s probably dropped about 40 pounds since then. She’s the one that taught me all about the original WW points system and had shared all her class books and whatnot with me. I messaged her and asked how she slimmed down this time and she said the old fashioned WW points again…just like 14 years ago. I told her she inspires me She was always my biggest cheerleader when we worked together. Fantastic reminder that what I’m embarking on actually works – it worked for us back then and it worked for her this year. It will work for me again, too, as long as I stick to it! Sorry about the ramble. It was just really good to see her looking so good.

What small daily habit could you change today to better align with your health and wellness goals?
I had to really contemplate this question. So many things I want to change, but if I try to do everything, I’ll fail and end up doing nothing. So I will begin with eating slower and with smaller bites. It’s embarrassing to admit, but in addition to eating too fast, the bites I take are too big. I need to heed the advice I gave my son back when he was in middle school and scarfing down his food: SAVOR THE FLAVOR.

@19shmoo69 - Well, it hasn't killed you yet!

@19shmoo69 Love those grandkids and pups photos those are the best!

@trooworld Love the blinged cane! I was going to put skulls all over my walker and my aunt sent me a positive messages and cat bag for it instead so I never finished but I love your cane! Rest today and feel better. Allergies around here have been going crazy too so maybe it is there? I usually don't have problems this time of year but everyone seems to be flared up right now. I'm glad your friend is doing so well and it's inspiring you, does she live near you?

@TeresaW2024 Wow a whole piece of pie is a lot in ice cream! Dairy Queen has a pumpkin pie one but they don't put that much stuff in it. Love your goals those are great! ROFL at your mom going all-in on carnivore, it DOES sound like the latest miracle cure good job keeping a straight face. One of my neighbors always says how she barely eats anything and there's always a Walmart bakery item on her counter that SOMEONE eats (she lives alone and doesn't get much company), I try to tune out so I don't say anything but it's hard. I do enjoy Berry's YouTube videos I listened to them a lot when I was at the greenhouse by myself.

Thanks everyone for the kind compliments, having @trooworld as a co-captain and @19shmoo69 as our moderator is an awesome team!

@vegan4lyfe2012 Great news Hunter is buying diet fixings! She'd probably feel a lot better eating like you too. Is Blink Twice a horror movie? It sounds like how I slow blink at my cats to say I Love You. I hope your therapist has some ideas on supplements for you, I haven't had much luck with the medical community and supplements (they don't learn a lot about them).

@gemwolf110 Definitely DO let us know how it goes, looks like @TeresaW2024 knows about it too! Would you two want to lead a challenge for us?

@AmbersWay Don't feel you have to catch up just jump back in when you can, I'm happy to see you! Great job logging again!

What small daily habit could you change today to better align with your health and wellness goals? I need to get the house more organized so it's easier to keep clean, once I get my roommate out I'm planning to get things straightened up.

@micaroo4 I used to only drink Diet Pepsi so I feel you on that! I used Crystal Light to cut back then went to herbal tea, I do drink kombucha here and there too. You're under that 400mg which is great!

@19shmoo69 LOL no more procrastinating! Good deal to get more exercise in.

Hi team! Got all caught up! I had a couple appointments today, first a teeth cleaning (periodontal hygenist) who I love, she's been awesome at answering questions and with her advice I'm actually turned my gum health around a lot. Then I had the pain clinic which I find kind of depressing but got it done. I made another skinnytaste giant parmesan turkey meatball, my Dad will be here tomorrow as the gutters are being redone and I figure we can have leftovers for lunch. How is everyone doing with eating cleaner? My only bad was I thought I ordered a big can of gluten free breadcrumbs and I noticed when I was making the meatball that they aren't gluten free so I'm starting a return even though that's a huge pain. Charity has a salsa recap meeting at a Mexican restaurant tomorrow night so that will be a challenge but I DID lose 1lb the last month so I'm glad for that even though it's a small amount. Have a great Wednesday!

@Katmary71 what grandkids and puppy pix are you speaking of. It been a while since I decided to tackle the process it takes to upload photos.

littlebabekitty
Weigh in Day: Sunday
SW:220
PW: 196
CW: 196

Sorry for late late check in. I have been dealing with a lot of things. Still the same weight. Not doing so good with calorie reduction but joined the gym with hubby as my workout buddy and looking forward to better progress. Will keep trying.

@vegan4lyfe2012 I agree that if I don’t get enough protein, I will be extra hungry than on the days I do. I'm glad the Just Egg did the trick for you! I’m so happy you like the podcast so far. Jason is a fascinating man and is very good at getting me to think about my relationship with my thoughts and body image. How great that your friend was a source of motivation to you. I also eat wayyyy to fast!

@Katmary71 Yup, Mom is using my car this morning to buy some meat and eggs. She has deep-dived into the YouTube world and is convinced that carnivore will be her secret to great health. Ohhh and she is giving up her coffee! I asked her what she would do with this great health, and she said she would do things. What things? She has lived here for over four years, and other than going to church, Walmart, and doctor appointments, she doesn’t want to do anything outside her bedroom. I just smiled and wished her luck. I did suggest that she wait a week or two before getting rid of her coffee and frozen meals. I’m doing fairly well with my clean eating but still striving to eat more whole foods and less packaged stuff. Going into fall weather will help me feel more creative in the kitchen. Right now, I’m all about a sandwich and chips.

@Jactop That is great that you are losing inches! Your abdomen will catch up to the rest of your body. Just keep it up.

@FushiaKat I hope you feel better soon! And yes show us a pic of your finished room.

@trooworld Thanks for the chickpea recipes! Maybe I can get those nine cans out of my pantry now. You are thinking of Dr. Berg, who has good ideas but is a bit of a wacko. Dr. Berry made a name for himself in the Keto world by talking about the proper human diet. He went Carnivore a few years ago, but his wife, Neisha, does Keto and has a big following as well. I believe in the carnivore diet's fantastic health benefits, but it’s not sustainable for most people. Plus, as my sister and I said, what is wrong with a bit of broccoli with your hunk of meat? And like you, I’m not good with diets. Especially ones that eliminate entire food groups.


Good morning! So yesterday, I bought a new rebounder. I haven’t loved mine as much as I wanted because it is less responsive than I would like. I watch the Earth & Owl videos, and those girls use another brand that seems so much better. Well, the creator of Earth & Owl bought two other rebounders. Mine was one of the brands, and the owner and five of her ladies did a complete review of the three brands. After seeing the video, I knew what I felt was right, and then yesterday, I slightly hurt my ankle, and that was all I needed to order the one they use in their videos. It was a lot more money, but I would do it every day for years, and I decided I was worth it! I just can't wait for it to get here, and I'm praying it's as good as I think it will be.

@19shmoo69 LaurelFit's beautiful grandkids and pups, impossible not to smile at them!

laurelfit57 wrote: »

Username: laurelfit57
Weigh In Day: Sunday
PW: 147
CW: 148.4

+1.4

I am so sorry that I have not been checking in. It has been such a crazy summer, lots of fun by this time of night when I usually post and I'm too tired. Spending lots of time with my grandkids, doing agility with the pups 4 to 5 times a week. @trooworld I did find a couple of places that had big fields through Sniffspot where I could take the pups, thank you so much for that suggestion.
I will post a picture of my grandkids and pups that I took in one of these places (Sniffspot). This is on a little hill, I just wanted the dogs to sit, Ty was determined she was going to lay down, she kept sliding down the hill and was trying to recover🤣. She definitely has her independent little spirit and wants things her way🤣
I can't get them to come up in the right order. The third and fourth pictures should be the first and second, you can see Ty's gradual decline down the hill, all the while laying down





I promise I will get better at checking in when the grandkids go back to school and I am on a regular schedule with the pups

@DrewsAnna I love your hair you look beautiful! Hope you have a great time at the concert, let us know how it goes!

@TeresaW2024 Go Mom I hope she DOES stick with it and it helps her (the diet). I hope she DOES start getting out more that would be great! Interesting you saying that about food I was thinking yesterday we haven't done the rainbow challenge in ages. Congratulations on the new rebounder, I think that's a great investment in your health!

@trooworld Yum I just printed all the chickpea recipes they're my favorite bean. I hope returning to work goes well and you keep feeling better. I can't wait for you to have that date!

@FushiaKat Oh no hugs I hope you feel better soon! I hope your contest room wins a prize, you're so good at them I'm sure it will.

Hi team! I'm getting new gutters today so that company and a roof company have been banging on the roof all day. I went to the farm for a couple hours and have been home since keeping the cats calm. Really looking forward to my roommate being gone, he was pushing it hard last night to the point I told him I'd be happy to call the police to deal with him. I have a Salsa Cookoff recap meeting tonight at a Mexican restaurant so I'm looking forward to a margarita and not being home. Have a great Thursday!

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@19shmoo69 Love those grandkids and pups photos those are the best!

@trooworld Love the blinged cane! I was going to put skulls all over my walker and my aunt sent me a positive messages and cat bag for it instead so I never finished but I love your cane! Rest today and feel better. Allergies around here have been going crazy too so maybe it is there? I usually don't have problems this time of year but everyone seems to be flared up right now. I'm glad your friend is doing so well and it's inspiring you, does she live near you?

@TeresaW2024 Wow a whole piece of pie is a lot in ice cream! Dairy Queen has a pumpkin pie one but they don't put that much stuff in it. Love your goals those are great! ROFL at your mom going all-in on carnivore, it DOES sound like the latest miracle cure good job keeping a straight face. One of my neighbors always says how she barely eats anything and there's always a Walmart bakery item on her counter that SOMEONE eats (she lives alone and doesn't get much company), I try to tune out so I don't say anything but it's hard. I do enjoy Berry's YouTube videos I listened to them a lot when I was at the greenhouse by myself.

Thanks everyone for the kind compliments, having @trooworld as a co-captain and @19shmoo69 as our moderator is an awesome team!

@vegan4lyfe2012 Great news Hunter is buying diet fixings! She'd probably feel a lot better eating like you too. Is Blink Twice a horror movie? It sounds like how I slow blink at my cats to say I Love You. I hope your therapist has some ideas on supplements for you, I haven't had much luck with the medical community and supplements (they don't learn a lot about them).

@gemwolf110 Definitely DO let us know how it goes, looks like @TeresaW2024 knows about it too! Would you two want to lead a challenge for us?

@AmbersWay Don't feel you have to catch up just jump back in when you can, I'm happy to see you! Great job logging again!

What small daily habit could you change today to better align with your health and wellness goals? I need to get the house more organized so it's easier to keep clean, once I get my roommate out I'm planning to get things straightened up.

@micaroo4 I used to only drink Diet Pepsi so I feel you on that! I used Crystal Light to cut back then went to herbal tea, I do drink kombucha here and there too. You're under that 400mg which is great!

@19shmoo69 LOL no more procrastinating! Good deal to get more exercise in.

Hi team! Got all caught up! I had a couple appointments today, first a teeth cleaning (periodontal hygenist) who I love, she's been awesome at answering questions and with her advice I'm actually turned my gum health around a lot. Then I had the pain clinic which I find kind of depressing but got it done. I made another skinnytaste giant parmesan turkey meatball, my Dad will be here tomorrow as the gutters are being redone and I figure we can have leftovers for lunch. How is everyone doing with eating cleaner? My only bad was I thought I ordered a big can of gluten free breadcrumbs and I noticed when I was making the meatball that they aren't gluten free so I'm starting a return even though that's a huge pain. Charity has a salsa recap meeting at a Mexican restaurant tomorrow night so that will be a challenge but I DID lose 1lb the last month so I'm glad for that even though it's a small amount. Have a great Wednesday!

Great idea!

@TeresaW2024 - Poor Joe! I'm glad he's not hurt too badly.
-Mica