Mission Slimpossible Team Chat - October 2024
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Weigh in Thursday
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Thursday Ice Breaker Question
What type of exercise gear do you workout in?
I know with my walking/ running my wife makes sure I have good shoes. I lean towards Sauconey and Brooks (when they’re on sale). I used to buy the fancy name brand gym clothes hoping it would motivate me. Now it’s just shorts and a shirt. Heck they don’t even have to match. Lol2 -
What type of exercise gear do you workout in?
Nothing special. My workouts are at home, and usually just shorts and t-shirt. In the winter, I might workout in my long underwear. My shoes are vital - I have Brooks and Kuru. I rotate through 3 or 4 pairs at a time.
-Mica
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Send me prayers and good vibes, please. Hunter is on my last nerve. For those that are newer, Hunter is my youngest daughter. She's 24. She and her 2 babies (4 months and 16 months) have been living with me since April when she and her husband separated. They have been back together, but are having a hard time finding an apartment because their credit sucks. I won't allow him to live with us, too, as then they REALLY wouldn't motivate to get a place. Anyway, they drive me insane. Messes everywhere, rearranging my kitchen, acting like I don't help with anything (when I seriously do)...basically just pissing me off beyond all levels of pissivity. Sorry for being so foul. I tell them all the time they need to get out. They have until December 1st. I just want to pull my hair and scream. Instead, I'm constantly reaching for the worst foods possible with my feelings of being so out of control with so many aspects of my life.
On a lighter note, Oliver touched grass for the first time yesterday...Grammy had to save him!
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vegan4lyfe2012 wrote: »Send me prayers and good vibes, please. Hunter is on my last nerve. For those that are newer, Hunter is my youngest daughter. She's 24. She and her 2 babies (4 months and 16 months) have been living with me since April when she and her husband separated. They have been back together, but are having a hard time finding an apartment because their credit sucks. I won't allow him to live with us, too, as then they REALLY wouldn't motivate to get a place. Anyway, they drive me insane. Messes everywhere, rearranging my kitchen, acting like I don't help with anything (when I seriously do)...basically just pissing me off...
Do they/y'all live in a state-county-city which provides housing assistance for families with young children. In NJ, where I once lived, they do. Though they do have a waiting list. If your daughter is being ungrateful (I'm guessing she's not working, and contributing to YOUR expenses), maybe she needs a dose of tough love, as many states do have shelters for mothers (only) and their children. Dads usually must go to a men's shelter to sleep, unfortunately.
Sending you a truck full of stamina to get through all this angst!!!
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@DrewsAnna Your weight wasn't up when I responded, for some reason it hadn't posted the night before and I reposted it in the morning (had absolutely no time to see if anyone posted before I woke up as I was running out the door) so I missed @micaroo4 's meme too. Forgive me for it not reposting on time.
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@Cornanda Welcome back!
@TeresaW2024 Grant I think it was mid November. If we'd been more organized (I've been trying to get the treasurer to meet for grant writing prep and he hasn't made time yet) we could've asked for more but I did my best with the short time we had. That's great news on the program being up! There's some beautiful lush mums at Costco and Trader Joe's right now, I tend to get them for my birthday and didn't this year but have three from the last few years. Sounds like you and Joe had a great day sounds like the perfect fall things to do.
@trooworld I got everything for the butternut squash soup recipe but probably won't get around to it until next week, it does sound amazing! Feta is one of my favorite cheeses and I love butternut squash. Weirdly Trader Joe's only had pumpkin seeds with shells on or pumpkin spice-flavored no plain raw ones to sprinkle on the top of the soup so now I'm on a search for them. Those electrodes are so annoying, between purses, door handles, and seatbelts they're real hard to get around with! The woman I'm working with gave me a holder that I can put on my pocket and that helps. I'm glad you're done with it!
@laurelfit57 Sounds like you really needed the rest I'm glad you chose to take it easy. I'm doing that tonight I'm totally worn out and having margaritas has my pain worse today so I think I'm going to sleep in tomorrow.
@DrewsAnna @micaroo4 Did an awesome cleaning/decluttering challenge for the last week of September, definitely scroll back through the September thread. I need to do that and save them she did an amazing job! Congratulations on the loss! I love Aidells sausages. Great news on the thyroid yay!
@micaroo4 Send me one of those Ironmen I need one!
ICE BREAKER QUESTION Shorts and sports bra if I'm at home (leggings when it's not so hot) then for the farm leggings and a tee and these days a flannel as it's a little colder. The gym I always wore leggings and a tee, I didn't realize I loved fun leggings since I always just wore black to fade into the woodwork.
@vegan4lyfe2012 Sending prayers up for all of you! Hugs I'm sorry things are so stressful right now, you have definitely been a huge help to Hunter and the kids. Poor Oliver that prickly green stuff is the WORST! I just want to give him the biggest hug! I wish I could come pick you up and treat you to see that new Smile horror movie and get your mind off things!
Hi everyone! Our meeting last night went well planning things out, I was up late and couldn't sleep well after margaritas and have been exhausted all day. Greenhouse this morning went by fast, I'm happy all the garden club greenhouse stuff will be out for the sale soon, we're moving it tomorrow afternoon to the building our sale is in. My Dad visited for a bit and helped with some things that needed repairs here. I think I forgot to say I rented a garden bed at a community garden, after we get the plant sale behind us I can get dirt there and bring the tray I have in the greenhouse for winter. Sucks as I wanted to put money into garden beds at home but until I get the deer to stay out I'm cutting back on my garden. I got my x-ray done for my surgeon appointment (almost a year since the fusion revision/another fusion) and took my friend a big meal, turns out Covid is going through the family so I added teas, soups, and noodles. Still trying to get my head back to eating better, I was doing well until my medication issue too. Anyhow have a great Friday!1 -
@vegan4lyfe2012 - I'm sorry things are so stressful for you right now! Prayers that Hunter will find a place by December 1st so you can have peace once again and have your home be YOUR home. Hugs and prayers for all of you!
-Mica
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Friday weigh in
Cornanda
PW: 175
CW: 177.4
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Hi, I'm Lisa
I live in FL with my husband and adult daughter. Son moved out a few weeks ago. (yay for him!) I've struggled with weight since young adulthood, but am really struggling now due to my "mature" age of 56. I need to get things moving in the right direction. I've been in the group for a few years now.
@19shmoo69- glad it was only vertigo. I love your dogs ears!
@vegan4lyfe2012 - Sending you hugs and stamina- that's hard
Sounds like everyone else is doing well. I didn't have great results with talking to my Dad about Mom's care, but I said everything that needed to be said. Hopefully some seeds were planted that will grow. The issue is that Mom is needing more help every day and Dad is going to burn himself out without some help and time to himself. I'm glad I was able to go see them and the weather in WI was beautiful!
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@TeresaW2024 Thank you, it was okay: they said I wouldn't feel sick from the medication but I kind of did. I laid down in my car on my lunch break and took a nap. I felt okay after I woke up. Unfortunately, this weekend is packed with stuff!
I'm so glad you had a nice time out and about with Joe. The pics you share of your decorations always look so nice. I can't wait to see your new stuff in place, I hope you share pics!
@askewcr Congrats on the loss!
@vegan4lyfe2012 I'm so sorry, Jennifer. That sounds like such a tough situation. You must be so stressed. Big hugs and good thoughts your way.Those pics of baby Oliver, oh my gosh, so funny and cute! Grammy saved that baby! LOL
@Cornanda I was just going to ask how it went. I'm sorry it didn't go as you wanted it to go. At least you told him what you wanted/needed to say. That's a bright spot that the weather was nice! Hugs.
@Katmary71 Let us know how it is when you make it. That's weird that TJs didn't have plain pumpkin seeds. I find them at the international market or a Mexican market (pepitas). I am so glad not to have to deal with those electrodes anymore! LOL That's good you have a holder now. Wow, more places to garden? You must be excited about the community garden patch! I hope the x-rays show an improvement, what do you think?
Thursday Ice Breaker Question: What type of exercise gear do you work out in?
Depends on if it is on land or water! LOL For land: I just wear yoga pants and homemade t-shirts and my ever-present Hokas. For water: I have a cute one-piece bathing suit I feel okay in that I use for water aerobics.
Hi all. I have an appt with my primary care doctor to see about getting a cortisone shot for my knee as it still bothers me. I haven't been to the zoo in many months because of my knee and I'm hoping I can get back to going on a regular basis. We are going to see a band at this fancy cocktail lounge tonight. I guess I'll have to find something to wear that is on the dressier side. I know we probably won't feel like going when it's closer to leaving but I already bought the tickets. It should be fun.
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@vegan4lyfe2012 First off, pissivity is now my new favorite word, and I will be stealing it!
I am sorry that Hunter is acting like a child instead of a grown woman who should be kissing your feet for all you have done for her and her children. Hang in there and stick to your guns that she has to move out. I’ll be praying for your peace. And Oliver is the cutest!! 
@Katmary71 What will you do with the garden that you rented? Is it just for your use. Deers can be such a pain! I’ve had many flowers eaten over the years. It can be so hard to get back into the eating better mindset when you get thrown off. Just regroup and decide to get back to what you know you need, and then do it. Easy peasy, right?
@Cornanda, I’m sorry it didn’t go as well as you wanted with your dad. There is just nothing good about what is happening to your parents. Being a caregiver is the hardest thing he will ever do, and all you can do is continue to encourage him to get help when he is ready. (((hugs)))
@trooworld I hope you can get your cortisone shot so you can get back to the zoo. Seeing a band at a cocktail lounge sounds like fun! That would have been something Joe and I would have loved doing back in the day.
Good morning! Today, I will get my hair cut at a salon I’ve never been to. I haven’t had it cut in months, and it shows! After that, I will go to the church’s bank because they sent me a letter saying I made a $500 deposit mistake, which I’m convinced I didn’t! I had several checks that day and one for $500. I already checked with the woman who wrote it, and it cleared her bank. I think the lady at the bank who made the deposit missed counting a $500 check. I want our money back so that I do not have an accounting nightmare!
Thursday Ice Breaker Question
What type of exercise gear do you work out in?
Since I work out in my own home gym, I usually look like a hot mess. I wear bicycle shorts, a tank top, and a good sports bra that holds up to my bouncing on the rebounder. I work out barefoot most of the time, except on the rebounder, where I wear toeless pilates socks because I don't like my feet to sweat on the mat, but I need my toes free to grip and keep my balance. They work great!
My niece posted this pic of our kiddos in their Halloween pajamas. Jaxon is 10, Elena 6, Hanna 4, and little Eli is 9 months. Aren’t they the cutest!
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I'm on a downward trend this week, down to 211.6. I'm so close to my mini-goal of 210!
What type of exercise gear do you workout in?
I generally wear a pair of shorts, a sturdy bra, lace up sneakers, sports socks, and a t-shirt.2 -
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PLEASE WEIGH IN TODAY: @bethanie0825 @davors19 @pashin8nz2000
Reminder To Weigh In Tomorrow To The Following: @baodell17724 @865jessica @Digger61 @gemwolf110
On a little early, not sure when I'll be back from moving all the plants to the plant sale building but will try to catch up tonight.2 -
Bethanie0825
Friday
PW -255.2
CW - 254.23 -
Username: micaroo4
Weigh In Day: Saturday
PW: 128.7
CW: 127.4
Maintenance range: 127-1333 -
Username: gemwolf110
Weigh in day: Sat
Previous Week's weight: 211.6
Today’s Weight: 210.53 -
User Name: @baodell17724
Weigh-in day: SATURDAY
Start W: 286.2 (6/1/24)
Past W: 239.6
Current W: 236.8
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Today, I look forward to making the Jamaican Curry Squash Soup, baking Harvest Pumpkin Bread, and fixing mini-meatloaves with quinoa and peas for Rich's lunches. I might even visit Apple Harvest Day festival downtown.
@baodell17724 - another nice weight loss week for you! Congratulations! Your efforts are paying off!
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@baodell17724 - another nice weight loss week for you! Congratulations! Your efforts are paying off!
Thank you! Yes, I put in a little more work this week... looking forward to starting the 5% challenge for extra motivation!
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Username: Digger61
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@TeresaW2024 I did get it! I hope it helps. The band was a lot of fun. I think you guys would have enjoyed the band. I hope you enjoy the haircut and you get the banking thing straightened out. Awww, the kids are cute!
@bethanie0825 @gemwolf110 @baodell17724 Congrats on the losses!
@micaroo4 Those sound yummy. I hope you get to visit the festival, that sounds fun!
Hi all. I got my shot and it didn't hurt to get because she numbed it first. We did go out last night, it was a lot of fun. I saw a coworker there but we didn't sit with them because they had a full table. We sat by ourselves until it got busy and this lovely younger couple who were celebrating their 1st wedding anniversary came and asked if they could sit with us. We ended up hitting it off, they were from Ohio (like me) and we had a great time. We may get together with them again in the future. The band had a "rat pack" 60s Las Vegas vibe. Here are a few pictures from last night.
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Weigh in Day- Saturday
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Hi 👋
I was out and about and allowed myself to have an ice cream sundae yesterday. I told myself this is only a treat, I ate it slow instead of devouring it. It was so good. For dinner I had stuffed bell peppers (skinny style with brown rice) and brussel sprouts. After dinner I drank some tea.
Normally, I would have said, "screw it". I've already messed up and would have "splurged all night long" instead of having a healthy dinner.
I feel good. I practiced discipline and I can do this again.5 -
Weigh in day: Friday
PW: 263
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The October Week 2 Group Challenge is open and ready to begin tomorrow, Sunday, October 6th. Please join us for the Move it More Challenge. Here's your link:
https://community.myfitnesspal.com/en/discussion/10925074/october-week-2-group-challenge-move-it-more-challenge/p1?new=1
Look forward to seeing you in the chat thread!
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34 years ago today we said I DO!
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@Vegan4lyfe I feel your pain with living with your daughter. I have two kids that I could live with in a heartbeat and two kids who I would never allow back here unless under very dire circumstances🤣. I will definitely be sending good thoughts your way. Awww poor Oliver, that first grass is always such a shock. I LOVE pissivity I think I will be using it on a regular basis🤣.
@Katmary71 I know deer can be such a problem, hopefully that gets sorted out real quick!
@Cornanda i'm sorry you didn't get the results you were hoping for when you spoke with your parents, that's so hard! But I'm sure that you gave your dad some things to think about, the seeds are planted♥️
@Micaroo4 thank you so much for those organizational tips, especially the ones about the pictures. I think I am going to be scrolling back to get all of your tips!
@trooworld you always look so cool! It looks like the venue for your outing was amazing, so much fun!
19shmoo69 happy anniversary! Love seeing a picture of your beautiful wife who we hear about.
It has been a weird couple of days. On Thursday I had a bad headache so I grabbed two Tylenol from my bathroom upstairs, took them downstairs with a few other things. When I got to the kitchen I realized that I only had one Tylenol in my hand. I retraced my steps, even using a flashlight I couldn't find the other pill. Vannie had been following me the whole way and I was really worried that if I dropped one she would have eaten it. I didn't know if I poured to into my hand or mistakenly only put one. Phoned the vets office and I had to take my poor little girl in to get her stomach pumped. They did not see a pill, but it's not 100% sure that she didn't swallow one. They didn't have to sedate her or anything, she did really well taking the IVs. By the next day she was feeling really good so we went to an agility fun match. My grandkids came with us and got to come out on the floor to help us change the jump heights and were so helpful on helping me walk the course. This poor brain of mine has a hard enough time remembering the course when it is just me out there walking it, trying to do it with two grandchildren was impossible🤣. Saturday afternoon we got to go and watch Gibson's first hockey practice. Those little six-year-olds are so dang cute! They even practised falling lol. Tomorrow I am going to take Ty for a practice swimming lesson, should be interesting I don't know if she will even go in the pool.
That's it for me, signing out and putting my feet up :-).3 -
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