50+ Women for the Month of April

oh JEEZ - i just ate way too much for lunch:explode: just because i had some crackers and put some raw nuts on my salad.........it was like a 500 calorie lunch! DARN. OK, i think i'm going to hot yoga tonight!

Julie - cool idea to have a theme! You seem to be on a good pattern there - rather than gaining at all, just losing and maintaining.........i seem to do more of a gain, lose, maintain, lose, gain.....etc.:grumble: oh well - as long as there's more gaining i won't complain!

I'll try and check back in tonight after i work this lunch off at yoga!:bigsmile:

I did not take the “naughty dogs” to the dog park this morning because they ignored me for 20 minutes yesterday when I called them. Instead I went to the grocery store and bought a lot of fruit, non fat yogurt and veggies to eat during Passover when we have to do without bread, cereal, and rice which are some of the mainstays of our usual eating plan. This is the first year we’ve ever tried to count calories during Passover, every other year we’ve eaten too much of the wrong stuff and gained weight.:explode:
Today was the advanced line dance class with lots of fun, fast, and tricky dances. I had a quick lunch---apple, crackers, cashew butter (no more grains for awhile, so I splurged by eating crackers) then changed my clothes and took the dogs to the dog park. It was 44 degrees and drizzling so no one else was there.:bigsmile: :bigsmile: :bigsmile: :bigsmile:
I bought myself a present today----Sweatin’ With the Oldies DVDs.:bigsmile:

Diane---I’m so sorry for your loss. I understand eating at this time. When my mom died, my husband and I stopped at the store on the way home from the hospital and bought two half gallons of ice cream and ate them right out of the carton as we sat up all night making lists of what we had to do and who we had to call. I know you’ll be back to your good healthy habits right away

I’ve been feeling good about all the new stuff I’m doing and now I realize that I’ve completely forgotten the squats and strength training that are part of my goals----I guess it’s like trying to keep a dozen ping pong balls underwater at the same time. I moved the weights off the dining room table when we had company and now that they’re out of sight I don’t remember them.
Thanks, Julie, I guess my theme today will be “Back to Basics”
Thank you all for all your encouragement,
Barbie

I feel like I am back on track now. I've been fighting an allergy headache all day, but the cravings have subsided and I was more than satisfied with a more reasonable amount of food for both breakfast and lunch. Maybe someday I'll learn NOT to be an emotional eater!

Thanks for all the support. Tomorrow is another chance to begin again.

Hello Ladies,

It's National Walk Week. (I heard that on TV this morning at the gym)


:flowerforyou: Anne, my husband loves the weight watchers menu at Applebee’s. I do the same thing (when I’m good) I go on the internet and look up the nutritional values on the food I want to eat. To bad Applebee’s only breaks down a few items. I would like to see more info on other choices. Water, water, water, I am working on that also. Good for you on not having an asthma attack. I also have asthma but it is under control at this point.

:flowerforyou: Barbie your red car sounds like so much fun. We have a motorcycle . But, I really would like a convertible. I keep hoping my husband will want to sell some day, so we could get a convertible. But, cycling is fun. I love the wind in my face. It’s fun to look in my husbands helmet and see my skin on my face flap in the wind. :noway: :noway: :noway: I love your naughty dogie stories also. I wish you a Happy Passover.


:flowerforyou: Mnichol I wish you luck with your weigh in at work. I hear you about feeling lazy. I was lazy for so long. Now, I am scared when I can’t exercise. Funny how things change.

:flowerforyou: Dricotta1,I mean Diane ((((((HUGS))))) to you on your lose of your Dad. So, so sorry. Don’t worry about your 2 lbs. It might be stress and water weight gain. Baby steps. You will do fine. Do not beat yourself up. Good advice on finding a laugh. I have to or I would go crazy. Glad you are getting back on track. It will be good for you.

:flowerforyou: Esther, I sure miss you. Glad to see you are back and doing great. To funny with the bump, bump bumps. I don’t want you to get hurt. You might just tell yourself to have half portions for Easter. Julies fruit salad sounds like a great alternative. Eat tons of green salad to fill you up. We are having a New England Clam Boil. I am bringing my won spray butter, and a huge salad. I love clams so I know I will be eating them.

:flowerforyou: Swiss (((((HUGS))))) Sorry to hear you are going back in surgery. Boy have you had it tough lately. Best wishes

:flowerforyou: Sue, I have to go for injections for my allergies. I hardly ever know I have them now. Glad you are feeling better. Hope you got to take the dog for that walk. What kind of DVD did you get?????? Don’t get discouraged. It might take some time, but you will see results if you stick to the plan. I hear you about emotional eating. I use to eat for every emotion good or bad. Log your food, drink your water, exercise and eat your allotted calories. Now, if I can totally stick to that advice I would be doing something. However, I am almost there.

:flowerforyou: Elli cleaning up plaster is not an easy task. I have done it a few times myself. You bet it was good exercise. I can’t believe you went to the gym after. Way to go.

:flowerforyou: Becky47 how are you doing with your friend the scale????

Chowhound. Log that food in. It will really help. I think I’m addicted to it by now.

:flowerforyou: Julie, Thank God my feeling like eating everything only lasted for a short amount of time. Your story about fitting between your bed and you sweater chest. I use to feel my door ways got smaller. I always seem to hit the door knobs with my hips. I haven't hit a door knob in a while. :laugh: :laugh: :laugh:

If I missed someone please forgive me. That could happen. I will check later.

What a great group of women here:flowerforyou: :flowerforyou:

Well, for me I had a great day at the gym. Feel terrific. The day is partly cloudy and cool. Life is good to me today. I wish all the best for today.

Summer is just around the corner.

Kathy

Yes I google the name of the restaurant that I am interested in going to. Some are really good with adding the nutritional info some aren't. It is pretty handy

Kathy

Kathy, Hooray for doorways finally getting Bigger!! :drinker: Here's to no more hitting things with our hips!! I just demonstrated to DH how I could *fit* between the bed and the chest and he High Fived me! Silly, but I have to take my victories when and where I can get them! :laugh: :laugh:

Julie

Way to go!!!!!

Hi-
Somehow I've gotten behind in posting here. I just started reading some of the thread (I've missed a lot!). First of all, I don't know you yet Diane, but I would like to express muy condolences on your dad. I've been lucky not to go through something like that yet, but I imagine it's been very difficult. Don't worry about the calories now, just take care of yourself.
Zaza

Kathy...How do you go online to find the calorie count for restaurant foods? Do you google it?

Hi.... Try calorie king.com and put in anything and you will probably find what you need!!!


How did you dr visit go??

well....I skipped one day on the scale but forgot and jumped on it today.........my goal is to not weigh again until Monday!

Me and the scale have a love hate relationship.


Morning all,

Zaza nice to see you again. It's early here I'm drinking my black coffee and trying to open my eyes. After my morning drive I will be heading to the gym. I have been looking forward to going everyday this week. I sure hope it last

I have to work at making some new meals. I find that the hardest thing to do. I seem to be eating the same things just about every day. I'm not tired of it but, my husband might be. Thank Goodness, he does not like all the things I really love.

Hope all have a great morning

Kathy

Good Morning all!

Diane - how are you doing? When my Mom died (41/2 years ago) there were a lot of up and down days. I was very heavy at the time and not doing anything about it. I have the feeling if i were living a healthier lifestyle then my healing would have been easier. Anyway - one day at a time ok? Be kind to yourself.

Hi Barbie you motivated woman you! How are the "naughties"? My "un-daughter in law" (she and my son aren't married but have been living together for 2 years) and son Dakota have 3 blue heelers. She always calls then "the naughties".:laugh: I can't remember if you actually GOT sweating to the oldies? or ordered it........do you have it yet? I'm pretty sure i used to do that! It was FUN!

Swiss - i'm so sorry you have to have more surgery........i'm just hoping that once THIS one is done, you're DONE and on your way to healing and HEALTH! Have you ever considered doing yoga? I just think it's so great for overall health. Can you do some chair exercise with 5 pound weights? Hang in there ok.........i know we're all thinking about you and sending healing thoughts your way.

Oh Julie - i feel your pain.......the foot thing is HORRIBLE! I REALLY encourage you to go to the doctor. It does sound like you could have fallen arches - but luckily it doesn't sound like plantar fasciitis. BUT clearly, that's just my thought. I'm also thinking that so much of your pain could be alleviated with orthodics. They're SOOOOOOOOO worth it! PLEASE

:flowerforyou: Hello Ladies,


I had to make up an Easter basket for my little child I drive to school. OMG I had all I can do not to put something in my mouth. BUT, I did not and I will not. Then for my grandkids and little nieces and nephew, I bought solid chocolate bunnies. Thank God I can't get into those. I think they would realize I had a bite when the ears were gone.:bigsmile: :bigsmile: :bigsmile: :bigsmile:

Kathy

Hi everyone

Things have been insane for me and to top it all off I have my sore throat back AGAIN!!! I think I got a chill when I was shovelling the other day and now I am paying for it:grumble: So even though my spirit is willing to exercise my body is saying no can do:noway: I have learned to listen to my body so I am taking it a little easier after my hectic day yesterday.

This wedding is going to drive me bonkers:explode: No matter how much we do and how much we contribute it never seems to be enough. I cannot wait until it is all over. That is not what it is suppose to be about. So there is my rant for the day. Thanks for listening

I hope everyone is doing well. The snow is finally melting and the forecast is saying sunny days ahead at least for the next couple. Bring it on:bigsmile: We can all use something to look forward to:bigsmile:

Just in case the next few days get too hectic and I don't get back online and I suspect they will, I would like to wish everyone a wonderful Easter:flowerforyou: It doesn't seem that long ago that is was Christmas! I feel so very blessed to be part of this wonderful group and am thankful to each and everyone on here There is nothing like the support of other women to share in both good times and difficult times:blushing: Having someone understand what you are experiencing is all that matters. Isn't life grand?

Cheers and blessings to all:flowerforyou:

Kathy, that is too cute!!! your Easter sounds fun. I have confidence that the week-end warrior will win again!!
Healthierforme - please refresh my memory, who is getting married? I haven't gone thru it yet, but I can only imagine how stressful it must be if it's one of your kids.
Well, I'm feeling pretty good. I walked a good 2 miles today AND I just got back from a Group Active class at the Y. I may even have pizza for dinner tonight. Now, the trick is getting thru this rainy week-end that's forecast.
Zaza

Hi Ladies,

Just a quick pop in for me...got company coming next week and it's finally hitting home. My *list* of things to do is catching up with me! All the things I said I wouldn't *stress* over *this time*. :noway: :noway: :noway:

Kathy - the cartoon was just TOO funny!!! Put on your Weekend Warrior Weightloss Armor and you can do it!! I DO NOT want to see chocolate Bunny Butt dripping off your chin!! :laugh: :laugh: :laugh:

Anne, thank you for your kind words. You are a true inspiration! Today was Thoughtful Thursday. Nothing specific. Just being mindful of what I put in my mouth. Somedays I just have to remove the pressure, if you know what I mean.

That's it for me ladies. Got to make my list of To-Do's. I'm off tomorrow so I will probably pop in more than you like! :laugh: :laugh:

Julie :flowerforyou: