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Yes, to a very unhealthy extent. I'd be back in that position with terrible anxiety and panic attacks if I went off my medication. I'm not even tempted, I'm in such a better place mentally.

I accept that I won't always hit my deficit goal, and that is ok, because I am still losing. My deficit is somewhere over 700 (I'm honestly not sure exactly b/c my age and activity level make it harder to figure out and I don't care that much to be exact). If I miss by 100, I am still at a deficit of 600. Cool. I have to…

I don't assess a holiday gain until I've been home and eating normally for a week to 10 days. I eat a lot more salt when away from home, and I've found I show a gain of 5-10 lbs after most vacations that disappears after a week to 10 days of normal eating and routine exercise—as in, I'm back to the weight I was when I…

Hey, all. You sound so busy! I was up and out by 6:30 with the dogs at one of my secret "off leash" places. Sun was over the tree line in some places, but I did 2.7 miles—slowly, of course, walking. Wrong shoes so my back hurt. But not too bad. Took a nap later :) Then went to the library and just got back. I need to build…

Lana, great switch. I'm glad you are finding it simple. Sara, sounds yummy. I'm up but not as early as I wanted. Lots to do but gotta get that walk in before it's too hot! TTFN. Maureen.

Hey, all. I had a false start yesterday—left for home, but it was going to take 50 min to go 5 miles. Turn right around and went back to my sister's. Home in Charlotte now. Tired and a little sad. I'll be ok, though :) Time to get serious about logging again. I totally went off my calorie budget the last 2 days. Not overly…

Sometimes I get behind and I keep a running total of calories in my head. That usually works ok if I let it go for a day and log the total at the end of the day, even if it's just using the quick tools. Better to log something than nothing. Note: my downfall is allowing this "method" to become the default, and then I get…

Happy Birthday, Sandy. Great meal to celebrate! And happy Juneteenth, everyone. Lana, we had plumbing issues. We've been fine at my sister's house, even stuffed in like sardines. It's easier since it's family, I think. No one is being too polite or too rude. Me, sis, two female cousins our ages; 2 men married to 2 of the…

hey, all. Sara, I was so worried! I'm so sorry you were so unwell. My lungs are STILL slightly inflamed after a year on special inhaler—but better by a lot. Allergies are so serious sometimes; I had no idea until the last couple years. I am really glad you are back with us. I have had a lot of walking here in Georgia. We…

Hey. Drove to Georgia. Decent job on sticking to calories. Not a lot of exercise but some. Hope to hike tomorrow. TTFN. Maureen

Sandy, I'm still debating the vacation plan. It sounded good at the time, but as it gets closer I'm wondering if I really care. On the other hand, I'll probably feel awful if I eat a bunch of stuff I haven't been eating—even a brat and hamburger in a week will make me suffer some. I plan to take what I need to stay on…

I just had my left knee replaced in April (right knee was replaced last July). I've found some videos with seated exercise routines. And due to a pretty serious blood clotting disorder I've now developed, I get up and move every hour, too. I do body weight exercises, like wall push ups, balance poses, etc. You can find…

Good morning. It's pouring outside. I will go to the gym and walk inside. I don't mind running in the rain—in fact, I love it. But walking? Nah. Go figure. I'm hoping it's nice tomorrow. And Sunday, I'll drive to Georgia to vacation with some family at a house on a lake. I still have scabs from my surgery on 4/14, so I…

Hi, and welcome. What support do you have in real life? What challenges in addition to health issues? If calorie counting is sending you over the edge, maybe you are trying to take on too much too soon. Trying to lose too fast is usually the biggest problem and nearly all of us have had it — and have had it the multiple…

I went in super early and did my half day. Had to wait until it was almost over before anyone else even came in, and then it wasn't any of the people I needed to see! Oh, well. I tried! :) I know my protein intake has been lacking, so I decided to do it "all at once:" a super shake. 3 scoops of protein powder in some…

Welcome. We've all been there. Let us know how we can help.

Good morning. I'm really tired now. 3 days back at work, knee not elevated, etc. It has not been at all difficult; I'm just still weak. It's a half-day for staff today and tomorrow (b/c graduation requirements involve after-hour expectations for rehearsals, etc), so I will get home early enough to rest today. I hope…

Thanks, Sandy and Lana. And Sandy, I hope you feel better soon. Lana, have you heard anything from Sara? Do you have a way to get in touch? I am working today. I have a few minutes while students are at a meeting. Only a few here today—make up exams. I'm ordering wings for my colleagues after students leave. I don't like…

Lana, this weather will make you sleepy! I went into work today and it was fine. Up at 4:50; not too bad! I'll crash early tonight, I'm sure! I woke up a LOT and I think I was worried I wouldn't hear my alarm. But no problem—I woke up 10 minutes before it was set to go off. I'm down 10 lbs to 210 since I started logging…

It sounds like you might rely on "will power," big changes, and motivation a lot. I can't do that. I had to start with small changes and keep adding them over time, for one thing. Also, I have very little "will power," so I make sure I don't have to rely on it much. I order groceries and have them delivered—and I make my…

Lana, I was out by 7:30. Early for me lately, but it will be earlier still once summer is really here. I don't mind the humidity as much as the heat once the sun is up—the sunlight is beautiful from under the trees, but I don't want to be in it! I like the shade :) I was MUCH less exhausted today, too, and that was nice. I…

Sandy and Lana, thanks for the encouragement. I needed it today. I didn't think I was going to make it home! Of course I did. And I'm glad I made the effort. It's definitely making the turn from spring to summer here. Hotter and more humid. I need to get out a bit earlier. Lana, I'll have to make a trip to try those…

Good morning, all, and welcome back, Stef. Sounds like a pretty good trip overall! We had rain all day yesterday! I took the day off from walking. I'm doing small exercises when I get up for a couple minutes each hour and yesterday I noticed small progress on . . . something. I can't even remember what right now, ha. But…

Sandy, what good news; such relief. I'm so happy for you. Lana, I've introduced beans back to my diet. I had forgotten how much I enjoyed them and they were a big part of my diet when I lost weight before. Maybe lentils. I don't have a hankering for them so maybe not. It's raining here again so I'm not going out this…

Lana, I was wondering about Sara, too. Anyone have a contact number? I had my morning walk, oh so slowly. Sitting here with ice on my lower back, having already iced my hip. I think the hip needs more than 10 minutes. The back will get more than 10 b/c now I'm too tired to get up for a while. I get worn out easily still.…

Hi, Lana! How many siblings do you have? I remember you mentioned a sister at least once?

Good morning. A lovely morning here in Charlotte. Finished my walk without discomfort or fatigue-that’s big. Will stick to 2 miles this week and start building mileage again next week. Dogs go to the vet in a bit for their annual. That’s always a joy. My Skye is so easy but Jem is leash reactive. I think I’ll take them in…

@Rh1aB1a, @MissMerryBerry99, @Lyztelk, @Stef212025, @LSamara, Please go to "Groups" using the link in the blue banner above, go to the "Serial Starters" group, and start a new "Discussion, " using your user name as the Subject, to introduce yourself. I'm already confused as to who is who! My Intro is there, and Sandy…

Thanks, Sandy! I thought you were in PA or TN for some reason! :)

Stef, have a great trip. Lorna and Diana, welcome. Please consider copying/pasting/adding/editing your introduction in our Group Discussions as your own Discussion thread. See the link for Groups above. I've had an odd morning. Woke at 4:30 and went back to bed at 6:30. Up again at 9:30. Spilled my coffee at 5:30 am. Made…