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@faurotann Congratulations!! So happy for you! You're very inspiring.

I am so tired of thinking about alcohol. Great intentions in the morning are blown if we go out for lunch. It's such an obsession and it feels so good with that wine in my hand. We are going on vacation with my daughter this week. I cannot disappoint her by drinking. She worries about me and that's not fair to her. So, I…

@LittleSurferGirl7 Wonderful! I'm so happy for you!

HW 206 lbs in 2023 5/2 168.9 5/7 169.1 5/16 170 5/20 169.9 5/24 169. 5 6/4 170.1 6/27 171.1 I was so scared to weigh today, because we were in Europe eating our way through the beautiful towns. We did skip most lunches, and we ate amazing breakfasts at each hotel. Dinners were usually pasta or schnitzel and things like…

Hi Carole, I read your post and want to give you a big hug. That is very scary what happened to you. I'm so sorry you went through all that. But thankfully the apartment was ok. I know you're bruised and suffering emotionally, but I'm confident you can get back on track. Binging is so common in addiction. You are not alone…

Italy is so beautiful- everywhere you walk is a beautiful building and the little alley ways are magical. I hope you can visit your mom’s town one day.🩷

Hi Carole and Lowtech, We’re in Europe on vacation and drinking every day but not overdoing it. So that’s a plus. Xoxo

Greetings from Europe! We are loving all the beautiful cities we’ve visited. Trying to only eat breakfast and skip lunch (maybe have a handful of nuts) and then a nice dinner. Portions here are reasonable and I rarely finish the whole meal. Walking a ton but I agree with surfer girl and others about walking. Although…

Happy Belated Birthday Surfer girl!! I'm happy your day was pleasant. The food sounds delicious!

HI friends, I was at a party with relatives recently. I observed some drinking quite heavily, but there was one amazing success story. This one cousin of mine is AF for two years. He was a very, very heavy drinker but changed his life. He said he was numbing himself for nearly 30 years, and it was never enough. He is now…

Hi Friends, I have nothing to add lately. I am still managing my alcohol, trying to limit to 2-3 glasses of wine in an evening. My sleep has been terrible because of it. My eyes are puffy. Not good at all. I'll be on vacation for a few weeks, so I will just do the best I can. My hubby is of no help. He is an enabler…

Hw 206 lbs Summer of 2023- I've come far but need to go ten pounds farther (less). 5/2 168.9 5/7 169.1 5/16 170 5/20 169.9 5/24 169. 5 6/4 170.1 I am not going to worry about my weight this month; we are heading to Europe soon for a few weeks, and I want to really enjoy it all. I assume I'll be walking a ton and even doing…

It always sounds like a good idea until it isn't. I do that too! I feel like I deserve some fun, but feeling horrible the next day is terrible. I take a milk thistle each day which seems to help the liver process, at least that's what a pharmacist told me. Not sure if it works but I think it does help. I also sometimes…

Great conversations on this thread!! So inspiring and helpful! It's the end of the school year and I am exhausted. We've had an outdoor field trip and field day. But I am happy to get all the steps. Yesterday, my fitbit measured 17,500 steps. I think that's over 8 miles of moving. The fitbit is a basic one. I like to chart…

@SunnyDays930 I remember when you bought the green velvet pants! I do not track my food, and when I did, I was very militant about it. I know that's so important. I have a big European vacation soon so I will not worry about food. But that alcohol is a demon- the calories just add up. I like how you said you go back to…

@LittleSurferGirl7 Regarding exercise, I have a fit bit. I do pray premium for that but not for MFP. I like seeing my steps, "zone minutes", hourly activity and sleep score. I used to pay for MFP premium but I don't think I used the premium much. Not sure what benefits it has. But a lot of people count "macros" which I…

I'm in too! I can traverse both challenges I am on. Love the support! I would be at a perfect weight for me if I lose 20 pounds by NYE. One of my main issues is stress management. I have been a stress eater and drinker. I panic and then try to regulate my feelings with food and drink. I know my patterns. But it is hard to…

HW 206 LBS Summer 2023- always remember how far you've come 5/2 168.9 5/7 169.1 5/16 170 5/20 169.9 5/24 169. 5 I'm so happy to be in the 160s- even if it is the high 160s. Progress makes improvement.

HW in 2023 206 lbs. Currently: 5/2 168.9 5/7 169.1 5/16 170 5/20 169.9 I want to lose 5 pounds by July. But I will have to take drastic measures like do low carb, etc. I am also going to Europe for three weeks, so I will give myself a little grace period. One pound lost per week is so hard to do! I do know a lot of my…

Just post when you want. Some people post once a week or more often. It's really up to you.

Highest weight : 206 lbs. Summer of 2023 . I post this for my benefit, to show me how far I've come. I want to keep staying positive, even though I want to keep losing pounds fast, but that's not always possible. 5/2 168.9 5/7 169.1 5/16 170 I observed my colleagues today at a meeting. Some had "protein shakes" for lunch.…

Just post when it feels right. Many people post once a week. I think the more you read and post, it seems more motivating. Do what's right for you. We're happy you're here.

Carole, Thanks for posting. I am trying. Sunnydays is trying. Let's keep trying together. I imagine we are sensitive, loving, caring people. We feel our feeling deeply. I feel it's a roller coaster. I do well and can hit the peak of the coaster, and sometimes I am going downhill without abandon. I want to keep trying…

I'll send you the book. Quick read. Very motivating and positive.

@LittleSurferGirl7 Welcome to our challenge! Join us at any time. It doesn't have to be on June 1st. Just start posting when you feel like it. Some people post once a week, some post less or more. Do what works for you. @patriciafoley1 You are doing amazing! What are some tips for you? Share any tips for us◡̈

Congrats @globalhiker you did it!! A sober vacation where you woke up fresh and happy. I've done vacations like that over the years and nothing beats it! You aren't staring at the clock or the pool bar to see when it opens, things like that. Not sure your husband experienced the same feeling as you. I guess he is not…

Hi Carole and Sunny Days, It has been one celebration after another. Family birthdays, parties, dinners out, afternoon drinks on the deck on Mother's Day. I am not trying very hard to be AF and my face shows it. Puffy and old. Tonight is one more obligation out to eat at a fancy restaurant. At this point In the day, I am…

Welcome friends!!! Nice to see all the new people. If you're new, post when you want and how often you want.

Welcome friends! So good to have you here! Love reading your posts!

Welcome Jilly! You are not alone. You did great in the last challenge!