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Enjoying the posts today while I still rest. Doc called and said not a bladder infection so not sure what is going on. Will get things checked out if I have more trouble. Meg - I only say that acupuncture has helped my a1c because of levels under 7 despite horrible eating over the past seven years. Purely my own…
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Barbie - well said!! I have a friend who is always going to exercise and eat right when her life settles down. She knows it is an excuse. I have told her so many times she needs to put herself and her health first and let life work around her. Beth - I know I mentioned this before but have you tried acupuncture for your…
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Barbie - well said!! I have a friend who is always going to exercise and eat right when her life settles down. She knows it is an excuse. I have told her so many times she needs to put herself and her health first and let life work around her. Beth - I know I mentioned this before but have you tried acupuncture for your…
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Hi friends, Still looking out at strips of ice and snow! Don't remember it ever being like this. They still have not opened the schools because the neighborhood roads and rural areas remain slippery. Our system is huge (85,000 students) so if even one area is bad it keeps all the kids out of school. No real equipment or $$…
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Hi everyone, We have more bad weather expected tonight so my TOPS meeting and weigh in for tomorrow is cancelled AGAIN! I think this winter episode has convinced me to buy a scale for home. Do any of you have any suggestions for a good one? I have made some notes but don't feel much like comments right now. Came down with…
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A little of my post got cut off - Heather - proud of you for that 1 lb loss and pantry cleaning! Michele - I envy you being in Florida today! Have fun - you deserve it! NEW LADIES - welcome! So sorry to hear some of you are struggling much more than we are with this cold and ice. Stay safe and warm - hugs and prayers for…
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Hello from the frozen Mid South - Snowing again this afternoon. It is supposed to turn to sleet and collect up to 2 inches of snow/ice tonight, then warm (44 degree heat wave) and rain. Frigid again Sunday night. I hope I don't miss my TOPS weigh in and study group again on Monday. One good thing about the weather - it has…
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More snow last night. High of 17 tomorrow. Another round is coming Fri. Then a warm up with lots of rain on Sunday and possible wintry mix again! Be careful what you wish for. We are iced in. Luckily no power problems as of yet. I'm sure there are thousands of kids who are celebrating this snow event - especially those who…
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Janet - thanks for that poem!
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Thanks for the poem. It really suits us!
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Hi all, I’ve been a bit silent (for me). We had an ice/snow storm Sunday night in Middle Tennessee. Interstates were closed and everyone urged to stay in. Both my TOPS weigh in meeting and study group were cancelled of course. It drove my hubby crazy. We live on a big hill. He probably would have tried to go out but his…
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HAPPY VALENTINES DAY! I have read all of your wonderful words and am thinking of you all. It's very late and not really time to post all the individual comments I'd like. Lesley - I know this is a hard step but you have been such a loving "mom" for Mildred Beagle. You are in my thoughts and prayers. Toni in Tennessee where…
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I'm back for a minute - Just wanted to share that I plan to get up to my son's tomorrow for a little Valentine treat (not edible). His family have been fostering two dogs that were abandoned by their owners. Son's neighborhood has a wonderful lost/found/foster network for abandoned and stray animals. His household already…
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Hello friends, I get so behind if I don’t check in more than once a day. I so enjoy reading all your posts. I think it is so wonderful how we live all over creation and have many different experiences but share this bond. I’m caught up through page 22 and will check in later. Barb – I am so sorry about your friend.…
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All caught up! New ladies - this is THE place for you to be to get encouragement and meet interesting, caring, women. DeeDee - loved the sunrise picture Beth - so sorry DS has another migraine. My acupuncturist says that this is one condition that is very treatable with acupuncture. Have you ever tried that? I don't think…
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I had a computer glitch and am behind. I’ve read the posts through pg. 15 and will try to get caught up tonight. Now I can’t figure out some of my old notes so I hope my comments make sense….. Mary – the conference sounds wonderful! Sylvia - so glad you are home and passing gas in your own bed! Michele – you are a good…
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Well, I’ve decided to try the cut and paste approach. Hope it works…. I slept late today and went to do my workout at 11:00. I had to push myself to do it but I did 50 minutes (thought of my word OPPORTUNITY and decided I would feel guilty if I passed up the chance to work out). I had my monthly acupuncture treatment this…
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Oh, Sylvia, I am so glad you got to the doctor in time. Prayers for a quick recovery. Red - good tips. Your panty story cracked me up. Heather - what wonderful experiences! You are definitely having an ADVENTURE! I am enjoying hearing about the up coming trips some of you have planned. Envious....... Welcome new friends.…
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More new ladies. That is wonderful! I have "designed" a little motivation for my inner child this month- I found some cute Valentine stickers at Target. They are tiny. I am using them on my wall calendar. A little cupcake sticker is for logging each bite and sip. A flowery snowflake is for exercising. A tiny heart is for…
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Well - I just lost a really long post so this one will be quick. Welcome new ladies. Come in and comment often so we can get to know you. I too am on a doctor endorsed (ordered really) 1200 cal diet. I sometimes eat back some of my exercise calories. 1500 just wasn't doing it. I weight once a week at TOPS. Lesley I have a…
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Hi all, Hope your Monday was marvelous! I had a good workout today at 6:00 then to TOPS where we had a good meeting. There were only 8 or us there today and for the first time ever we all gained weight! Ugg! I am up just .6 of a pound but I hate that up and down thing. After TOPS I did a run to Target. On a whim I bought…
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Good evening all - Not much time to respond to individuals tonight. Needed a pain pill for my back tonight. I love my work but my body is still "adjusting". Hope it gets in gear soon! Barbie - thanks so much for keeping us going. Congratulations to those with celebrations, 4 miles, swim suits, and size smalls, etc! I love…
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Barbie - love the hats! Terri in Milwaukee - your posts always interest me and make me a little envious. My "baby" is 38 so I like to hear what you and your young son are doing together. It seems like yesterday my boy was in HS. Speaking of sons - I got to visit with mine and DDIL and DGS between workout and work. Nice…
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Hi everyone, I worked today and will again tomorrow. Want to keep up with your posts, hear your news and meet the new ladies. Heather - How long is your trip? I'm praying your back improves and you are pain free during your ADVENTURE! Lesley - Happy anniversary! Sounds like Mildred had a nice day. Boxlady - good joke! Red…
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Much better mood today! Did 80 minutes in the water. It felt so good. Why do I skip it when I am down? Exercise is the best mood elevator - better than my antidepressant. I've really enjoyed the parade of pet stories - corn eating dogs and kitties; horses with lipstick; horses relaxing with pina colodas; cats and hamsters…
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Hello friends, Yannie had a gray, lazy day and I had a blue, lazy day. Sometimes I am just down for no apparent reason. Slept late, didn't exercise, ate wrong....... tomorrow is another day. THANK GOODNESS! Newbies - we are so glad you found us! It really is like having sisters/friends to share this journey with. Jane -…
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Hi, all - Just wanted to add to the Little Engine story. I forgot to say that when he got over the mountain he said, "I knew I could.....I knew I could....." all the way to the town! I always read this book to my students but often thought of myself as I read. Many days I need a dose of his perseverance and confidence! CB…
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It is very important for us to lower our carbs, but I think the key for me is to follow a plan that I can maintain for life. That means a balance of fats, proteins, fiber, and carbs. It is not a "diet". It is the healthiest (for ever) approach to losing/controlling my weight and diabetes. My doctor agrees with me. I have…
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Wow I took two days off from the group and found 100+ posts to read. I have so enjoyed reading about your activities. You all give me inspiration. At work today a lady asked about me losing weight. She hadn't seen me for a while and went on and on about it. Made me happy and gave me resolve to have a good day/week! At TOPS…
