VIP LOUNGE! Welcome to the 2024 Fall 5% Challenge!
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Diane: I live in Fredericksburg, VA0
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@Patti241 , is the storm any damage there? The news has shown some damage in such a wide variety of an area from FL up. It's a very nice day here. Yesterday it rained hard all day, but we needed it.0
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Diane: Just rain.0
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Insight Timer Quote:
The ‘good life’ begins when you stop wanting a better one.—Nkosi Phambili E. Molapis
I AM: I express my emotions in unique ways.
Action for Happiness: Choose to see your mistakes as steps to help you learn.
Pliability QOTD: If you can’t outplay them, outwork them.—Ben Hogan
Fun Fact:
Today is National Good Neighbor Day. It is a blessing to have a good neighbor, bur it is even a greater thing to BE a good neighbor.
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I pulled out my winter clothes. It is easier for me to put on more clothes than for me to cook my co-workers with my turbo heater. I am taking the day to rest to get on my feet. This is new for me as I normally barrel through until I keel over. Wow taking a nap and I feel so much better. I have to remember to put myself first. I am working myself up to updating measurements. The plan is to do it tomorrow.
My co-workers and I do a clothing swap once or twice a year. If its something I haven't worn in a year and I don't love it I have to let it go. I am really looking forward to next years swap. With the challenge I hope to go down a size. The first place I gain weight is my chest and the absolute last to leave.1 -
@Patti241 , rain we can use if you're done with it. Hopefully, tomorrow you'll have sun.
@Sweetpeasmom55, I have a friend who's mother-in-law yearly has a huge clothing swap. We are all of the same faith, lolol about 20 congregations are invited. I took so many things over this last time and came home with only 3 things! I was so super happy!
Today I went to the fair with my GD and awwww the boys. They're 1 and 7. The fair has animals which is why we wanted to see. It wore me out. We had to leave at the 2 hour mark. But that was enough anyways for us. I'm so happy I went!2 -
Friday and Saturday mornings I worked hard in the front garden and made it winter ready, lifted all the busy lizzies because they’ll wither soon as it gets colder and all the roses because they need too much attention and have hydrangea cuttings growing in the greenhouse to fill up the spaces in the spring to give all year round colour because they only need an annual prune.
Next week I tackle the back garden, mainly rearranging the pots and planters and reducing their numbers, I have too many, and off course weeding.3 -
So glad to have found this group! Thanks to whomever posted it in the SP Alumni FB group! This is just what I need this season! I was KitGoesFit on SP.3
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Insight Timer Quote:
I don’t know a perfect person. I only know flawed people who are still worth loving.—John Green
I AM:
I express my love.
Action for Happiness:
Write down 3 things you appreciate about yourself.
Pliability QOTD:
The future belongs to those who believe in the beauty of their dreams.—Eleanor Roosevelt
Fun Fact:
It’s National Coffee Day. Linger on your first cup today or go for a second or third cup of coffee today.
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Beautiful yard/garden Nan, so organized. If you seen mine its wild. My place used to be a pasture and has the original fencing around 3 sides. Hubby didn't want to change that but I might do that in the spring. It would look so much better.
I stopped by and got to reading this page. I remember some of you from the IBC we have had. I really don't know why I haven't stopped by for a visit. I am still working full time. Grief brain does a number on you but I am getting some clarity now. Happy bout that. New challenge coming soon, will be awesome.
I do need to drop the weight I gained since hubby passed.
Went for a really good hike yesterday, legs a little sore today. The terrain was super steep. Coming up the trail I had to stop to catch my breath and give the ole legs a rest too. I noticed this trail a few months ago. I told my friend I am going to do this hike. She didn't want to because she is unsteady on her feet. I get it. Not forcing anyone to do something they don't want to do. Some reason I wanted to prove to myself I could do it. Some might say at your age u shouldn't do stuff like that. I got it done and I felt so good knowing I can.3 -
Diane: We are expecting a little rain today. Right now it is sunny.1
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@nansbones7708 Your yard is my dream yard. My dream house had that type of yard. Hubby and I compromised now I have 3 acres. If I ever do it again it's going to be a small yard and a house with a front porch.
@Dianedoessmiles1 I do look at my clothes a lot differently. I don't beat myself up about not liking something. I just set it aside and say someone else will love this.
@walkintofit Age is just a number I'm so glad you took that hike. Sometimes stepping out of our comfort zone brings us clarity.
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Happy Monday all! I'm excited to get started with the Fall Challenge. I wish you all a joyous day.3
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Insight Timer Quote:
Love yourself so much that when someone treats you wrong, recognize it.—Rena Rose
I AM:
I choose to bring others great peace and happiness.
Action for Happiness:
Remind yourself that you are enough, just as you are.
Pliability QOTD:
The only real obstacle in your path to a fulfilling life is you, and what you are willing to tolerate.—Oprah Winfrey
Fun Fact:
It’s National Love People Day.
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Good morning everyone. It is a rainy day.1
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Hi all a rainy day here to so sorting out my winter clothes and making a list of new ones to get to keep warm.
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I have company this week, so I'm going to be MIA most of the time. They are friends from over 50 years ago - came to celebrate my 90th birthday!5
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@lavalily Enjoy and Happy Birthday!
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Had a pedicure this morning, I haven't had my feet done by a professional in about year, it was wonderful.
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KellyBisciotti wrote: »So glad to have found this group! Thanks to whomever posted it in the SP Alumni FB group! This is just what I need this season! I was KitGoesFit on SP.
Awww Kelly so HAPPY you've joined us!! Though we do miss Sparks, MFP is somewhat different, the features we mostly used are also here!! WOOHOO!! We are as supportive here as we were on Sparks!! WELCOME BACK!!! If you have any questions we are thrilled to answer them and help you.
@Walkintofit, hon so good to see you!! Its not easy losing a mate, our hearts are with you!! Hey you did that climb!! WOW!!! IMPRESSIVE!!! Like your friend I am not steady on my feet (one foot is a size 8.5 US the other side is a 4.5 US! and neuropathy), but I LOVE to hear of others who do such. If you take pictures on any adventures you are more than welcome to show us the beauty!! It helps me to take pictures when I get out. Actually it motivates me on those "OH I really don't want to, but PICTURES!! LOL hey whatever we need to do!!
@Patti241, SO SORRY I wasn't on for a few days. I went to the fair with my GD and awww the 2 boys. It was so much fun, but I quickly realized it was way to much on me!! STILL I pushed and pushed, until I just couldn't any more. We ended up leaving, but the baby was starting to get grumpy so it all worked out well and we had seen about all we had wanted to. I AM THRILLED I WENT!! Do you all need the rain? if not, can we have it? We are in a moderate drought on the southern coast line (Maine). Watching all of the destruction is heartbreaking in the south. We'll take a a huge blizzard ANY DAY!! Most of us have generators (even in the city).
@annliz23 , GREAT JOB switching things out!! Do you enjoy shopping? I DO!! WELCOME to the Fall 5%! We are pleased to have you with us!
@Lavalily, ENJOY your company!! You are very fortunate to have long time friends!! I do also, and I know it's a treasure. OH NO DOUBT they'll love being with you and your area ,,, well it's beyond gorgeous!! Hope their flight to HA was nice!
@Ronnie_happy2ranch , you are so kind and sweet!!! Looking forward to us being on the same team with @Kurtize, or should that SCARE US? LOL HI Joyce!! NICE on the pedicure, I've not done that in years. It was always nice to have done though. I do my own though and prefer it.
@Sp33dy143 ,, you are also very kind. No doubt Lavalily will have a GRAND TIME!! All of us can be healthy and if it's a goal for us to make it to 90, hey we are all working towards those HEALTHY habits, and can do it!!
Picture of the kiddos at the fair with my sweet GD LOL A small part of my GD!! Oh I wish I had taken a better picture of her in it!
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My niece is starting a 9 week paid for diet plan where she has been provided with stuff she must use and exercise she must do. If it’s not on the plan she can’t eat it and can only drink water. Bit strict for me I think but I’m going to try the 3 days strength and 5 days cardio in addition to my planned 5000 steps per day ( her steps mustn’t be from her cardio). Food plan is mine.
my walk for steps.
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Rabbit 🐰 Rabbit 🐰 wishing everyone luck for a new month.
Insight Timer Quote:
The truth is rarely pure and never simple.—Oscar Wilde
I AM: I am surrounded by positive energy and love.
Action for Happiness:
Write down 3 things you can look forward to this month.
Pliability QOTD:
The only way to achieve the impossible is to believe it is possible.—Usain Bolt
Fun Facts:
Today begins Breast Cancer Awareness month. Wear pink this month for those receiving treatment and for those in remission.
It’s National Green City Day to highlight the progress and innovations cities are making to become more sustainable.
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Diane: We do not need the rain but we are getting it again today.1
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Good afternoon all, hope all is well. We just learned today that my step mother Joyce passed away, she lived with her brother and sister in law in Palm Springs, we kept in touch on birthdays, holidays and sometimes in between. Been a bit lazy lately but doing some exercise though. The realtor is coming tomorrow. The weather is nice. I got a new post card on my North Coast 500 walk with conqueror challenges. Here is link
https://community.myfitnesspal.com/en/discussion/10891931/joyces-walking-adventures#latest
Happy new month
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18 months ago I bought a new faucet for the bathroom. 2 days before daughter comes home hubby decides to address it. Now there is no faucet in the bathroom. Well he has 2 days lord help me.3
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@nansbones7708 , Oh Nan, I feel for your niece!! Everyone wants the QUICK Answer, but you yourself know that is not available, well it is. We've learned when we try something like this is, we DO LOSE and FAST, but it 99% of the time when we return to near normal eating ,, we regain that weight and more. If there was a magical way to lose safely (I DO NOT TRUST these "weight loss" drugs. I've seen so many meds come and go which haven't been out for long mess up so many people in so many ways. I was on an arthrisis med, which caused a stroke!! It has since been marked with a black box warning (In the US means people need to know it can cause serious side effects). NICE JOB on upping your exercise!! Hmmmm I can't remember which team you choose to be on, but,,, LOLOLOL If it's Fit Force, well I can't encourage any extra. LOLOLOL Nan knows I am on Positively Strong 4 Life, the top 2 teams that are competive on the 5% is the one I am on and Fit Force. LOL She also knows I am joking.
@Patti241, UGH SO SORRY!! enough rain is enough and with so much flooding around. It can be scary.
@Kurtize, I am so sorry hon in the loss of your step mother has passed. I've had 2 step mothers. The last one was such a loving, supportive Mum, I loved her very deeply. Congrats on the new post card!! Love the walking you are doing!!! In the area you are in do you think your house will sell quickly? WEIRDLY in our area (Outside of Portland Maine) houses in our city in general sell in 3 days still!! RIDICLOUS!!
@Sweetpeamoms55, OH MAN!!!! I hope it goes in okay and works wonderfully. I work better under pressure and hope H does also!! Would you like to borrow a pillow to scream into?
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Insight Timer Quote:
Wishing you a joyful Rosh HaShanah! May this year be filled with sweetness for all those who celebrate.—Insight Timer Team
I AM: I actively build my future on hope.
Action for Happiness:
Find something to be optimistic about (even if it’s a difficult time).
Pliability QOTD:
Perseverance is not a long race; it is many short races one after the other.—Walter Elliot
Fun Fact:
It’s National Custodial Worker’s Recognition Day. Take a minute out of your day to thank the employees that keep our schools and workplaces running smoothly.
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