200+ Hot For Halloween!

Quick weigh-in:


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Lost the TOM weight plus some more, yay! I'm going to make it to onederland by Christmas if it kills me, darn it.

Tasha: You are INSANELY busy woman! That fall sounds painful! Rest up!

WoWmama: Great NSV!!!

Kerry: Great run, spectacular time!! My former professor ran a half on Sunday, and her time was around 2:48. It is so inspirational to read about running accomplishments. Also, thanks to stalking your diary I am hooked on Clif Chocolate Mint bars. They are so good and keep me full for a really long time!

Jessie: So jealous of your Canon Rebel. I want one so badly! Your brother's photos came out amazing. They are really unique and excellent quality! You've definitely got talent when it comes to photography. So sorry to hear about Nerd's dad, and I hope everything is okay.

Kendal: You look soooo good in that costume! I love it! In related knows, work friend sucks. In unrelated news, that badge is too freakin cute! Nice job! And don't downplay the fact that you went to the gym! The hardest part is getting your butt there. Good job!!

QofSheba: I have also felt "stuck" lately too. I don't get it, but I want to get out of this funk. Now, please!

Jenn: Awesome loss! You are almost under 300...you've got this, girl!

Bobbie: Glad you are getting some time with the girls! Have fun at all those Haunted Attractions!

Hailie: Don't give up!!!!

Pam: Sorry you couldn't do the race. That stinks. Try selling those old shoes on ebay so at least they aren't a total loss. I would definitely do the boxing class. That sounds like a lot of fun! Awesome weigh-in, by the way!

Sarah: Awesome race time! You did it! Again, so inspirational!! Equally awesome weigh-in, girl! You are rockin' this thing!

Amy: That is unfathomably sucky that you are now sick after cleaning up after sick dogs, and its your birthday. So sorry girl. Chin up. Hope you get better soon!

Rikki: Awesome NSV!!

Victoria: I did! I made pumpkin dip (that stuff is so delicious), soft pumpkin cookies, and a huge batch of potato soup. So. Delicious. I also managed to drink like 3 glasses of Pinot Noir last night. I couldn't help myself. It was so good. As you can see, you aren't the only one who is a victim to weekend eating!

Megan: Sorry you are still feeling down in the dumps about the boy. I hope it passes quickly. You deserve nothing short of the very best.

Lacey: Take care of that foot. You need it.

Hi ladies! Mega catching up post. First off, I'm taking a TOM pass. I weighed in this morning and it was just a sad, sorry state of affairs. All my clothes are tight and my fingers are enormous... I've been drinking lots of water, but none of it seems to reappear. Bloating and water retention, much? Ack.

Okay, catchup on individual posts somewhat:

Sarah, I'm glad you've got help with the friend's situation now! I'm sure that'll be a great relief to you. I hope she gets better soon! And the helmet is rockin', I'm sure.

Jessi, I hope Nerd's dad comes out ok. Glad to hear they're working on finding the issue. Your pics, just to repeat what everyone has said already, are GREAT! And who is that adorable blonde girl with the pumpkin? She's such a cutie. And I saw your bro's senior pics on FB. How cool!

Amy, happy early birthday and I hope you feel better soon! You've been forced to deal with digestion issues both animal and human for far too long.

Lacey, hope your foot feels better. Glad the Doc is having a look.

Kendal, that costume and those boots are super cute!

Megan, I'm sorry you're having such horrendous boy issues. I hope things get better for you soon! And maybe the shaving thing is just a breakup reaction? I always did something bizarre when a boy and I split in the past. Usually it was chopping the hair off.

Pam, glad to hear the hip is much better. Sorry you had to miss out on your 5K.

Kerry, what an amazing run!

Hosanna, hope you had an amazing Hen Weekend! I've been seeing the FB posts all weekend.

As for me, had a fairly busy but nice weekend. I got to have a rare night of just me and Joe alone on Friday, which was quite nice. Saturday, we woke up and made breakfast, ran a few errands, then quickly came home and got all dressed for his friend's wedding, which was on a boat. The weather in Houston has been spectacular the past couple weekends, so it was a really nice occasion. Joe got a bit seasick, but as soon as we got off the boat, he was fine.

I totally had to cave in on Saturday and go to Lane Bryant, where I haven't been since 2005. I was having trouble finding a new strapless bra... seriously, they all sucked! Normally, I wear a 38C from Victoria's Secret, and that does me just fine. But the 38C in the strapless was WAY too small. I know I'm really a 40B, so rather than running around looking at incompatible 38Cs all over town, I told Joe "screw it, we're going to Lane Bryant. I know they'll have exactly what I need there." While I was able to find the right bra there, I have a major attitude about LB because I think their sizes run small on purpose to keep women in there thinking they're bigger than they are. Seriously... I have a pair of size 14 jeans from Old Navy, Gap and Banana and they all fit just fine. I also have a pair of size 14s from Lane Bryant and they currently do NOT fit. AT ALL. So it's like, wtf? Does anyone else come across that issue? They also seem to assume that all plus size women are hourglass, so the shirts and pants never fit me as I'm shaped like a giant rectangle.

Nava - The adorable blonde girl is a 3 year old named Jordan, whose mother is friends with my neighbor. Never met her before in my life. :P

Kerry - That's pretty scary! I went a 7 month period where I was on about $600 a month in prescriptions because I had an inexplicable, debilitating headache. Neurologists, MRIs, etc... no answer, no drugs that worked beyond letting me at least be semi-functional while in pain, and then one day it was gone.

Jumping in on the LB talk, I only go there for their bras and panties. They have the best bras of my LIFE but the clothes are expensive and like you said Megan- they come up WAY too high on my mid section.

I need a solution! I'm stressed, clearly, with the stuff going on with Nerd's dad right now, and I'm a stress eater. Like, so far this morning I've eaten half a bag of Chick'n in a Biscuit crackers, and a box of almond butter cookies. I can't keep doing this and I know it, but geeesh food makes me feel so much better... if you stress eat, what do you do instead?

I just read an article that a 100 year old man made history and completed a full -yes FULL- marathon in Toronto this weekend. His time was something like 8 hours and 19 min... Such an inspiration!!!

HELLLLLLLO ladies. Now that I am rested and no longer feel like I've been hit by a truck, let's see what I can get replied...


Victoria: That is inspirational!! Can you imagine? I am a third that age, and it took me 2 hours and 34 minutes of hauling *kitten* to finish a half... WOW!!

Lacey: Take care of that foot!! It does you no good at all to be injured, cuz then you are occupying your couch instead of your running shoes.

Jessi: When I am stressed out, I (1) Pray. (2) push play on my Jillian Michael's video and bust it out hardcore style. Like, I want my heart to come out of my throat and I want to be shaking from working so hard. Then, if that doesn't do it, I run. I run until my legs want to fall off at the hip and I trip over it. It does two things: It helps use that energy in a positive way, getting you closer to your goal and, when you work out, your body will tell you (not your mind) what kind of food to eat. Your body rarely wants almond cookies, it would prefer grilled chicken after a workout like that. And two, it gives you some time to think through what is going on... all by yourself, no interruptions.

Kerry: You kicked my @$$ girl. You would have had time to eat a snack and stretch before I got there. I'll catch you next time, though!!

Amy: Happy BIRTHDAY!! You are a sweet, special lady and I am blessed to know you.

I missed the whole LB discussion but I will put my two cents in anyway: I won't shop there. The inconsistency and the prices kill me every time. It's prolly cuz I'm super cheap...but that's just me.

Pam: You'll hit Onederland by Christmas with time to spare. I am so proud of you!! GO GO GO!!!


The half marathon yesterday was brutal to say the least. I thought I was going to die at mile 11.5 though I knew I had run the distance at least once in training. I was disappointed with the water stations, as it seemed to be a place for people to loiter, rather than refuel and go. So, I started running around the outside of them and grabbing a cup to keep going. That was perfect. I did my first 7 miles a less than 10 minutes per mile. I felt awesome but knew I needed to slow down if I wanted to finish, so I slowed my pace to about 12/mi. Then I got to the hills at mile 11. O. M. G. Someone just kill me. No. Really. They were dropping like flies at that point. The curb was lined with ladies stretching after the first major hill and I just kept going. I did have to stop for a potty break or it would be running down my leg, but I waited until I got to one without a line. In. Out. Gone. The mile between 12 and 13 was long. I mean, like two miles...or three. I saw the 13 marker coming and started to cry a little. Not a good idea, to tighten your chest when trying to finish a race. Saw my dad, cried harder. Came around the corner and saw my husband with my son, holding a sign that said, "Go Mama, Go! We love you for 100 of years!!!" More tears. I grabbed Wiggle's hand and had him run across the finish with me. Rounded the final corner, and my mom is there holding my daughter screaming their lungs out, "GO GO GO GO!!" My sister is at the finish line with the camera. Official time, 2:34:34. My fastest run ever for that distance. The music, the announcer: "Sarah!! Great time, girlfriend!!" My super fast friends cheering me on, my friends finishing behind me...it was too much. Tears. Snot. Choking on icy water. I puked. Oops. Then it hits me -- WHERE IS THE FOOD. I NEED FOOD NOW!! (and I am crazy cold.) Lots of food...right over there. You just have to stand in this stupidly long line first. No thanks. Went into the studio where they had personal trainer stretching you out. ( still hungry, still very cold.) Went next door and got my free massage while munching on chocolate. Relaxing, right? No. More puke. still cold. No more chocolate please. Decided to pass on the remainder of the festivities, seeing as my body was rejecting all I put into it. Got home and had Wonton soup. YES! It stayed down. Showered. still cold. Laid down with three blankets and sweats...still cold. Had dinner at the folks house...still cold. On the way home, everyone in the car is sweating and I am shivering. Hubby discovers that I haven't eaten enough calories for the day...stops at Shari's and buys a pie. Takes me home, covers me in soft blankets and hands me the whole pie. I ate half a slice and didn't want any more. Then I ate a whole chicken breast, brown rice, two cups of steamed broccoli, an entire zucchini, a honey crisp apple, two bananas, and some havarti cheese. Not cold any more -- now I'm passed out on the couch.

Sarah - I loved your story. I've always been ready to leave as soon as I finish a half. The best food at the last 1/2 was salted red potato chunks - to die for!!! I generally have fruit, hard boiled eggs, string cheese and peanut butter after a race. I've found having extra in the car helps. At the last race my sweet cousin had food waiting for me when I finished. Great job getting the race done!!!

Weigh in: 191. Sigh. Exercised hard and am working in the 8 glasses of water.

Generic replies--I just go home and have to go back out in 20 minutes so forgive me..
Mexican food: ALL sodium. The four lbs will come off quickly.
Half Marathon: Congratulations. I did one 25 years ago. Was a very proud accomplishment but I never wanted to do another. Your time was great.
Lane Bryant: the pants work for me when they have short. But the fabrics aren't very nice for how much they cost. My life goal is to never to into another Lane Bryant.

Happy Monday everyone.

Hosanna - AWESOME NSV!!!

Oh what adventures I've had tonight. We went out to eat but stopped at the gas station to fill DH tires with air. 15 min wait to get car to the spot with air. We enjoy the dinner then car won't start - dead battery. We decide to walk home 1.25 miles - it's cold and I don't have a coat and slip shoes. I end up taking shoes off and jogging home in the rain in my socks. We drive back, jump the car and returned home safe. DH was so happy for my help he fixed the headlight that was out on my car. I guess it ended on a good note with some added exercise!!!

i worked it out hard in my step class tonight. felt good!!

hosanna- congrats on the too big dress!

jessi- glad to know the dad is doing ok. that's always scary.

for all you runners, marathons or not- you get a big thumbs up from me. we had to run a few laps in my class tonight and i about died. you guys are too awesome!

Welcome back Psychohope!!!

WTG on the workout Megan!!!

Hosanna - I *heart* your NSV!!! your weekend sounds like it was fantastic!!!

Tasha - the rest of the weight should come off soon.

FINALLY some weight dropped and I'm under 190 for first time in about 5 -6 years. 179 here I come.

For anyone wanting inspiration--go read some of the diaries posted. Helped this "short-timer" understand more about the journey and have some patience.