NON WW & WW NEWBIES, OUR NEW LIFE, THE START OF SOMETHING WONDERFUL

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  • fabgeekmom
    fabgeekmom Posts: 988 Member

    @trooworld Wow, you really had a stressful day! Traffic and plumbing woes. Hopefully you got it fixed. I don’t blame you for not doing yoga at 7 PM. I try not to let anything mess with my sleep schedule. Perhaps if you take a class during the weekend, you can do some of the stretches at home. Hi, all. It was windy this morning so I rode the bike. I had my PCP yearly appointment this afternoon. All was well and I have lost about a 1 1/2 pounds since last year. Also I have lost my Bar Mitzvah weekend weight. Tonight we are having last night’s dinner. Everything was good and I look forward to eating it again.

  • fabgeekmom
    fabgeekmom Posts: 988 Member

    @trooworld The salad recipe looks good. It’s good to have a day with not much going on. Hi, all. Today was a swim day. I’m making turkey burgers for dinner. I’m adding Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, salt and pepper to the ground turkey. DS will grill them. We also will have coleslaw and air fried frozen sweet potato fries.

  • fabgeekmom
    fabgeekmom Posts: 988 Member

    @trooworld I’m sorry your MIL is in the hospital. I hope she recovers soon. Hi, all. It’s warmer today so I went for a walk. I’m sitting outside but it’s getting hot so I may go inside. Today is DH and my 50th wedding anniversary. We’re not doing anything special today but tomorrow DS is making a special meal for us and my daughter’s family. Tonight is steak night.

  • fabgeekmom
    fabgeekmom Posts: 988 Member

    @trooworld That’s too bad about the plumbing. There’s always something! That trip sounds like fun. I hope you enjoyed your pie. Hi, all. We went swimming today. We don’t usually go on Saturday but we missed Wednesday due to a doctor’s appointment. Plus I wanted a calorie deficit since we’re eating a big meal. DS is making lasagna and also got garlic bread. Plus we’re having salad and cake and ice cream for dessert. I don’t usually eat this much but this is a special occasion.

  • cbabie
    cbabie Posts: 1,723 Member

    Morning all, My mornings are rough this past week..up too late up too early…so didn't get on here as much. I ate all the jelly beans in the house and will kill anyone who brings them in. I keep gaining and I am so done with this. I am reading a book and it is saying that all the weight in your middle is all the sugar you eat..get rid of it. So that is one of my goals..Sorry got interrupted and it's now 9 hours later…

    I hope you all had a great Saturday

    cbabie

  • rosied1226
    rosied1226 Posts: 18 Member

    Morning all. At some point during my get healthy journey someone recommended the book Atomic Habits. It was so good that half way into it I bought the workbook too. Once I caught up in the workbook, I read the rest of the chapters along side doing the workbook. I highly recommend it! Happy Sunday!

    Rosie FL

  • fabgeekmom
    fabgeekmom Posts: 988 Member

    @cbabie Definitely get rid of sugary foods! How’s your husband doing with his smoking cessation? @trooworld That sounded like a fun trip. Too bad about the pie. @rosied1226 I’m glad the book is working for you. Hi, all. Last night’s dinner was good. I only ate half of my lasagna to save room for dessert. I only ate a small piece of cake and one scoop of ice cream. Previous times I’ve eaten more and had a stomach ache. So no upset stomach! That’s a win. It’s warm outside so I’ll go walking after breakfast. We’re going to our daughter’s house for dinner. We’re bringing the cake so hopefully most of it will be gone.

  • fabgeekmom
    fabgeekmom Posts: 988 Member

    @trooworld That sounded like a cool video of the bobcat. I don’t do pick up anymore but when I did it was frustrating when I didn’t get what I ordered. I like tracking on MFP. Hi, all. It’s warm again today and I went for a walk this morning. Now I’m sitting on the front porch under an umbrella. Tonight we are eating leftover lasagna and then going to see our granddaughter perform in the all city band. Every year the middle school band members try out for this concert. This is her second year.

  • fabgeekmom
    fabgeekmom Posts: 988 Member
    edited April 1

    @trooworld We got our rain last night when we went to bed. I heard some thunder but it wasn’t much. We always worry about a storm at night. Hi, all. Today DH is having cataract surgery. DD is taking us to the surgery center. DS is cooking dinner. He’s making an America Test Kitchen buttermilk chicken recipe. I’m going to do some kind of exercise after breakfast before we go.

  • fabgeekmom
    fabgeekmom Posts: 988 Member

    @trooworld I forgot to reply yesterday. DH is much better. Surgery was outpatient. He went grocery shopping with me and went for a walk. He can do light exercise but can’t do gardening, swimming or woodworking. The salad with shrimp sounds good. Hi, all. Today we are going to the Botanical Gardens for the first time of the season. It’ll be nice to see what’s in bloom. We’re having turkey burgers on the grill tonight with air fried French fries and salad.

  • fabgeekmom
    fabgeekmom Posts: 988 Member
    edited April 4

    @trooworld Great job on the weight loss!That’s good that traffic was light. Good idea to go to Sam’s tonight. Yes, we have a membership to the gardens. Hi, all. It has gotten hot here, finally! I’m not sure what I’m doing for exercise today. I might go to the pool or go for a walk. DH can’t go to the pool as he can’t get water in his eyes. Tonight we’re having scallops. I’m going to sauté them in a little butter.

  • fabgeekmom
    fabgeekmom Posts: 988 Member

    @trooworld That’s too bad about the migraine. I hope you are able to enjoy the museum. Hi, all. I’m going swimming today. The scallops were good last night. I have some leftover for lunch today. I’m making beef stew in the instant pot tonight for family dinner. I’m using a recipe in my Milk Street cookbook.

  • its_cleo
    its_cleo Posts: 732 Member

    Hey all, haven't been around, haven't been into tracking although my eating habits have been ok. I keep trying to get back into and then not. But yesterday I bought a pumpkin pie for a treat, I had once piece and will freeze the rest rather than eat it for 4 days.

    It actually didn't taste as good as I remembered. Maybe it was a bit too rich for me. One thing I hate is my tastes changing as I get older, although it is healthier I guess.

    Skimming posts- @trooworld I'm glad your MIL is out of the hospital hope she is doing better. And same @fabgeekmom about your husband

    Today I will try to track again. I got Hello Fresh this week, and their meals tend to be high in cals, but I split them into 3 portions, rather than 2, which helps.

    Tomorrow morning I'm going to a yoga class- the first one I signed up for. It's a slow yoga, where you hold a pose longer, rather than go quickly from one to the next. I cant do the fast yoga right now bc of my hip. But I'm sure I will still be terrible at it lol. I've always found yoga hard bc I am typically very tense lol. Hard for me to relax and let go.

    Rainy here today and tomorrow.

  • fabgeekmom
    fabgeekmom Posts: 988 Member

    @its_cleo I’m glad to see you are back. Good idea to freeze the pie and divide portions of the meal service. The yoga sounds like fun. Don’t worry about not being able to do the poses. That’s why you’re taking the class.

  • its_cleo
    its_cleo Posts: 732 Member
    edited April 6

    Thanks @fabgeekmom ! I tried the yoga, I did enjoy it.

    it is called Iyengar Yoga. I've never tried it before, but I liked it. The instructor was great and kind of a funny character. Good group, mostly 40+ I would say but few younger.

    The only thing is I think it did aggravate my hip a little bit, but I still will likely try it again. I need more exercise regardless if it hurts a bit.

    @trooworld you look great! I like the artwork- the birds especially. That's too bad about the noodle dish. It's a shame to go out and then not enjoy it.

    Just going to take it easy today. So far I'm on track for calories. I'm making something sort of like a tex-mex shepherd's pie for dinner, with ground beef and black beans, and sweet potato rather than white. Cheese of course. It's a Hello Fresh meal, so there is also some tex-mex spices/bbq sauce i think but they never say what's in it.

  • fabgeekmom
    fabgeekmom Posts: 988 Member

    @trooworld You look amazing! Too bad you didn’t like your meal. I’m glad you enjoyed the museum. Nice pictures! @its_cleo The yoga sounds like fun. Too bad it aggravate your hip. The next time you go, ask the instructor to give you alternate positions so your hip won’t hurt. The meal sounds good. Good job on staying within calories. Hi, all. I went for a walk this morning. It was hot and windy so not very pleasant. We’re having warmer than usual temperatures but soon it’s going to cool down. DH and I went to Sam’s Club today. We were lucky and got a good parking spot. I have the scan and go on my phone so it didn’t take us long. Tonight we are eating at DD’s house.

  • fabgeekmom
    fabgeekmom Posts: 988 Member

    @trooworld That’s good that you enjoyed the coffee shop and worked on your art. The shredded pork sounds good. Tomorrow I am making something similar except it’s North Carolina style barbecue ( vinegar based). Hi, all. It was cooler this morning so I enjoyed my walk. Rain was threatening so I stayed close to home. I got a pineapple yesterday at Sam’s and cut it up today. It was really sweet and juicy. Dinner tonight is an Asian salad, chicken burgers modified from an ATK recipe and air fried French fries.

  • its_cleo
    its_cleo Posts: 732 Member

    @fabgeekmom With the instructor, I tried but I think she only partly understood, To be fair, it was a really full class, like 19 people. And I have to judge it myself, but it's hard on the spot like that. Like I push myself more than I should, hard to stop that……I like pineapple. I'm one of those that likes it on pizza.

    @trooworld yeah good to know a full signal. I've learned that I just feel super uncomfortable if I overeat, so I try to remember that. Actually I heard on the radio a couple weeks ago our stomach can only hold 1-2 cups of food comfortably. Of course it expands if you eat more than that, but that is the comfortable amount.

    I try to keep that in mind. I actually dont eat big meals, but then I was eating a lot of ice cream/chips/etc on top which is where a lot of my extra calories are coming from. But I've stopped buying the high cal ice cream.

    Quiet day at work, which is nice. I wanted to ride my bike but it's a bit too cold and windy. I don't mind the cold, but I dont like biking in strong wind.

    I've been on track for cals the last 2 days.

  • fabgeekmom
    fabgeekmom Posts: 988 Member

    @trooworld It’s good that you are learning to eat what you like in moderation. I’m sure the nausea is not a good feeling. @its_cleo It’s too bad that the instructor can’t help you. You will have to stop doing something if it gives you pain. It’s good that you have stopped buying the high calorie ice cream. Hi, all. It’s colder today. Not really that cold compared to January but we got used to the warmer weather. DH had an eye appointment and he’s doing really well. He has no restrictions until he gets the second eye done. I’m looking forward to dinner tonight. DD, her DD, and DH always join us on Tuesdays.

  • fabgeekmom
    fabgeekmom Posts: 988 Member

    @trooworld That salad sounds good. Too bad about the slab. There’s always something! Hi, all. DH and I are going swimming today. Dinner was good last night and we have leftovers for tonight. I only have to roast some baby potatoes as we ate all of them last night. It’s cold again today. I’m looking forward to milder weather before it gets really hot.

  • fabgeekmom
    fabgeekmom Posts: 988 Member

    @trooworld That’s great that the slab is fixed. I hope you had hot water for a shower. Hi, all. It’s a little warmer here but still too cold for me. I need to go to the grocery store. DS is off today and is going to grill some chicken tonight. I’ll ride the bike today.

  • fabgeekmom
    fabgeekmom Posts: 988 Member

    @trooworld I’m glad you had a hot shower. I love a hot shower! Too bad about work. It’s good that you are working from home. 50 pounds is awesome! Hi, all. Today is a swim day. We have chicken for lunch today. Tonight is steak night.

  • its_cleo
    its_cleo Posts: 732 Member

    @trooworld I’m glad the issue with the condo fixed. I bought my condo 4 years ago and so far it’s been ok. Although I did have to renovate the bathroom, but I kind of knew that going in. I would like to reno the kitchen but I don’t want to spend the money lol.

    Congrats on the weight loss! Sorry work was a drag. It’s cool you work in a library though. I did when I was in university, and my intent was to keep working in libraries, but it didn’t work out.

    @fabgeekmom enjoy the swim! I was going to have steak this weekend, but then there was lamb at the grocery store. I only have lamb in the spring, so I got that instead.

    Super glad it’s Friday, and I have next week off. Not doing much, just puttering around. I need to pick up some new ankle weights bc my physio said I could increase the weight for some of the exercises I’m doing. I tried some this morning and yeah it was a tough workout lol. But I’m glad I can progress.

    I’m going to see if I can walk a tiny bit more without pain the next week.

    And I may buy a new yoga mat, in case I go the class again. I have an old mat that’s not very good.

    Been rainy and yucky here. I wish the weather would improve.

    Happy Friday!

  • fabgeekmom
    fabgeekmom Posts: 988 Member

    @its_cleo I’m glad you’re progressing with your exercise. Enjoy the lamb and your week off. It’s raining here, too. I got used to warm weather and now it’s chilly. I’m fortunate in that I have indoor exercise available.

  • fabgeekmom
    fabgeekmom Posts: 988 Member

    @trooworld Coffee is definitely the nectar of the gods! I hope you got your piece of pie. The pizza hot pockets sound good. Hi, all. It’s cold and dreary here. I went to the recreation center and worked out on the recumbent elliptical. The center has new machines and I thought the elliptical was more comfortable to use. The machines have connections to apple and Galaxy watches. So all I have to do is tap my watch to the icon. I didn’t figure this out until I was finished but I’ll do it next time. DS has strep throat and is isolating from DH and me. In 24 hours he won’t be contagious. He’s taking antibiotics for it. He’s wearing a mask when he’s around us.

  • fabgeekmom
    fabgeekmom Posts: 988 Member

    @trooworld I’m glad you got your pie. It sounds good. I bet the pug meet up will be fun. Hi, all. DS is feeling better. We have been isolating. Tomorrow he won’t be contagious so we can go back to normal. For dinner tonight I’m reheating some burgers I made last week and put in the freezer. Plus a salad and frozen fries prepared in the air fryer.

  • fabgeekmom
    fabgeekmom Posts: 988 Member

    @trooworld The pugs are adorable! I’m glad you enjoyed the meet up and the spritzer. That was a good idea to make the chili for next week. I saw that San Diego had an earthquake. Did you experience anything when it happened. I remember years ago when we lived in North Carolina I felt the house shake and found out that there had been an earthquake in Richmond, Virginia ( not a bad one but some buildings had minor damage). Hi, all. Today was a swim day. DS went back to work so I cooked. I marinated some chicken breasts and thighs in low-fat buttermilk, then sprinkled Ranch seasoning on them and grilled them. Plus we had salad and wild rice. I had calories left for some chocolate.

  • cbabie
    cbabie Posts: 1,723 Member

    Morning all, so sorry I am been MIA…my life just seems really complicated and busy. I don't get up as early as I used to and my routine is messed up. No one here is sick, no one has issues, just trying to get my health back and taking care of the 2 little ones. It's in the 90's here this week, we have our swamp cooler on and it's nice in the house. I got my taxes done and that is a weight off my shoulders. I am meeting up with a dear friend for lunch in about 1/2 hour and I can't wait to catch up. I am the heaviest I have been in years. I walked yesterday and worked out 3 times last week. I am trying to completely x out ice cream. LOL. I think it's my biggest issue.

    @fabgeekmom I am so glad your DS is getting over strep and your life can go back to normal. Yeah on the elliptical…I never liked that machine, my feet always fell asleep. Someone told me it was because I was moving incorrectly. I like the bike much better. LOL.

    @trooworld Oh my on the earthquake, I am glad you guys are ok.. LOL on the pups.. you know I am not an animal lover, but those pictures are adorable. Glad you had a good time. Yeah on the 50lbs.

    @its_cleo So glad you are moving your body.. I think you have figured out your why for moving. :). Keep up the great work. Your body will thank you when it's my age. LOL

    cbabie

  • fabgeekmom
    fabgeekmom Posts: 988 Member

    @trooworld I’m glad there were no damages from the earthquake. I’ve been to California 3 times and luckily never experienced an earthquake. The East Coast doesn’t often have earthquakes but it happens occasionally. I remember that the Washington Monument was damaged during the earthquake I mentioned. It took several years to repair it. @cbabie Welcome back! It’s good that you are exercising. Yes, get rid of the ice cream! Hi, all. It was warm again this morning so I went for a walk. It’s nice seeing everyone’s trees and flowers blossoming. Tonight DS is making tacos, the meal he was going to prepare on Saturday. I’m eating mine on romaine lettuce so I can have some chips.

  • cbabie
    cbabie Posts: 1,723 Member

    Morning all, I just got back from taking baby girl to school and thought I should stop here first before I get crazy. LOL. I went back to yucky eating last night..boredom I think. So back to day with the baby steps I have been making. Good thing is I didn't eat ice cream..I also forgot to take my pills yesterday..I went to take my nighttime one and realized I took no pills yesterday. So I took them EARLY this morning.LOL.

    @fabgeekmom I don't do well on tacos, I get heartburn, but babygirl recently decided she loves them..so guess what we have more often. LOL. I hope you enjoyed them. I love walking and seeing others yards, when they are done…because I live where water is precious, a lot of people have rock front yards and very little greenery. So I love it when I see it.

    @trooworld I love your reasoning for your dish. LOL You know I think my most favorite time in Home Ec in school was the semester we made a dish from different cultures/countries. We made cooked tongue, which was my least favorite..(we all had to take a bite of everything we made). My most favorite was the chocolate mousse I still have my Mimeographed recipes which are fast fading ..LOL Enjoy your heritage day!! I so much enjoyed seeing my friend!!

    cbabie