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good morning all and Happy February, I think this is the toughest month for me. It's cold and my body just wants to hibernate and store fat! I really have to push because I haven't lost the 4 lbs of holiday treats yet! Sooooooo........My goals for Feb. are to exercise 5 days a week and log calories. If I do that…

Hey everyone, Been MIA for awhile. Actually had reached goal weight (yes it is possible!) but also had some health issues to resolve. Gained over the holidays so need to start logging food and exercise again. I did keep track of the posts while I was away, because I missed you all. Good to see all the familiar names as…

End of the month all ready! How did you do on your goals? I'm almost at goal weight. It's taken a year and a half and the last few lbs are due to illness. Never the less....!!!!:smooched: I'm working now at keeping weight balanced w/ nutrition, hydration and exercise. Quite the juggling act! We'll see what tomorrow brings.…

Morning to all, Sounds like it's pretty hot for a lot of us. Here in upstate NY it's been fairly cool and rainy. Although people are bemoaning the fact that gardens aren't growing well and vacations are a little damp, I have to say I'm not minding it after the heat of Saipan. Still pretty rung out from illness, but going…

Morning all, Welcome newbies. This is a great and very forgiving and supportive thread. Perhaps because of our age, we all have been done a lot of roads and learned the value of not beating yourself up at shortfalls and just getting back to it. I really appreciate that about all of you. My best friend does Weight watchers…

Hi all, Susan, I'll keep your brother in my prayers. Still not feeling well. Had tests for bacteria and parasites, but they were negative. Trying some other things including a course of antibiotics. Very discouraging not feeling well for so long. sad: Been working outside some just to get my gardens back in shape after so…

Hey everyone, those I know and those that are new since I was here. Just back from Saipan and the grandkids. Great trip but it was too hot to exercise and besides...so little time!!!. Unfortunately I came back with a bad case of diarrhea, so even though I lost weight while there, I'm not sure how much was due to being ill…

HI gang, Here's a picture of our newest "Island girl" Just checking in from very sunny Saipan! The internet is not always reliable here so haven't posted in sometime. I miss you all and it was great to do some catching up on posts. Life here is great, if a little hotter than I would wish, and it lovely to spend time w/ the…

Hi all. I've been out of touch for a few days, trying to get stuff ready for my trip and a dozen other things. Anyhow, I would like to echo a couple thoughts others have mentioned. Barbie: I like the idea of "clean food". I'm not a healthfood nut and not everything has to be organic. But I try as much as possible to buy…

Thanks everyone for the good wishes. Got the first pictures yesterday, will try to video chat this afternoon. I think Skype is a grandmothers dream come true! The struggle w/ sugar is a hard one, especially if you're diabetic. I'm not sure, either, about the dried fruits. But I have found them to be a good substitute when…

We certainly do fill up our boards fast don't we:bigsmile: :bigsmile: It's really great that people check in so regularly. I think it helps us all. Kathy: Let me echo what others have said. YOU LOOK GREAT!!!! :heart: :heart: It just shows how keeping at it, even if it takes awhile is certainly worth it. I didn't lose any…

Mornin' to all, Yes, May is a great Birthday month. My newest Grandaughter was born this morning:bigsmile: :bigsmile: She wieghed 6lb and 13oz and everyone is doing fine. Her name is narrowed to three, but that's as far as Mama and Bapa have gotten. It's a day for celebration. I'll be careful, but there be more wine than…

Mornin', Thanks for water and sleep info, Barb. I've read the same thing and believe, from experience that it is true. And regardless, you sure feel a lot better:happy: I tried really hard to keep drinking while I was gardening yesterday. I must have done well because I spent the whole evening peeing:blushing: Starene,…

Afternoon to all, Yes, doesn't it feel good to fit into smaller clothes! I really had fun shopping for summer clothes for my trip. I actually like looking at myself in the mirror these days! It's been a long time since I felt like giving myself an "atta girl" as I tried on clothes. Yeah for us!!! Marie, I'm also glad…

We build muscle by tearing apart the fibers and then our bodies rebuild between the strands. So we require rest time to allow that rebuilding to happen. Rest every 2 or 3 days. If normal activity is that painful then you worked too hard and need to do some stretching and slow walking. Be nice to yourself and eat protein to…

This morning I had Quaker Weight Control Instant oatmeal with 1/2 cup red raspberries. Also 4oz. of Prune juice (which I actually like:laugh: ) The instant oatmeal is higher calorie that regular cooked, but in the morning I need the convenience.

LJAY, Yes, it sounds like your metabolism needs a boost. When you exercise try increasing the intensity for short bursts, up and down, Bring your heart rate up to shortness of breath for 30 sec or so then back off and let it calm down, repeat. I agree with the small regular meals of good food and lots of water. I was stuck…

Suezzz, You posted just before I did so I hadn't read yours. Sorry about missing your Mom. I cried in church too, It;s OK to be sad:cry: I'm glad the rest of the day improved. Diane

Mornin' Weedie, we are just glad you're back. Times sound like they have been tough, so congrats for not gaining. Stress alone can cause weight gain so you must be something right. Hang in there. 2nd Mother's day for me without my son, but I did a video chat w/ my daughter and her family. Neela (who just turned 2) thinks…

Afternoon all, Weigh-in was good. Lost .6 lbs. Note that is point 6, not 6 whole ones, but I'm happy, it's still moving in the right direction and that's all I ask. It seems I've finally broken the plateau. It actually worked for me to up both calories and intensity of exercise. Outside work today, so I skipped exercise…

I'm really good with any of them winning, but I'm rooting for Mike because I want to see him turn his life around at an early age. There was such a cute kid under that weight! His Dad may not have taught him how to eat well, but he sure taught him kindness and consideration.

Welcome and Hello to all, Congrats to all who have lost, condolences to those who are going through hard times. I think that it's important (Pam) that even if we need that piece of candy or cake occasionally, we're aware that it's has to be occasional and then back to the healthy. I've done well with eating and exercise…

This is great! We moved from animals to cell phone catastrophes. I love our flexibility! I don't have a dunking my cell phone or i-pod story. I'm pretty new to both. But I certainly will be more aware of pockets. I'm just fortunate that money washes well:blushing: :bigsmile: My exercise friend uses WW and it really works…

Good mornin', I'm so impressed with all of you who manage to answer us individually. You have both my praise and thanks. I usually read all of the posts, but by then one of the kids needs something and I've lost track of who said what. Just know I love hearing from all of you and I'm there whether I respond to everyone…

Just a quick hello, Welcome to newcomers, so glad to see you. This is a great thread and just what us "more mature" folks need. It's different fighting this battle now than it is during younger years. It's good to have people to talk to who understand. The support and encouragement is wonderful. Trying to post a picture of…

Jump right in Cheryl. I know it's tough to transplant, it raises havoc with your life style. I've lived a lot of places, but ended here in upstate NY where I was born. It "feels like home" elli-sometimes we are so tired that we don't know our own name. Made me laugh. suezzz: :frown: What's up w/ working that hard?! Hope it…

Mornin'! Sounds like we have a bunch of animal people! Especially beagles. We had a beagle named Nickle, when my kids were little. She lived for 13 yrs. and I swore when she died I would never have another. But....my daughter convinced me I needed one after my husband died and I now have a beautiful mutt named Djibouti…

Good morning, Esther: Thanks so much for your understanding and support. I'm very impressed and grateful to all of you who keep us all in mind and heart. It helps so much. I weighed in this morning and I FINALLY BROKE THE PLATEAU:bigsmile: :bigsmile: I'm down 1.6 lbs from my lowest fluctuation point. It just shows that…

Happy to see the new thread begun, Thanx, Goals for May: Lose 3 more lbs before I leave for Saipan May 27. That is, of course that I break this plateau when I weigh in tomorrow! Continue 30 min of exercise 5 days a week. Increase weight and intensity. Drink more water. Work in gardens for pleasure and strength. Be kind but…

back again Kathy...so sorry about the kid who ran into your truck!! And yes the shock makes you shake for hours. Be nice to yourself today and a little exercise might actually help you calm down and work all those stress hormones out. Heather...isn't it hard when you realize that you are no longer the #1 in their lives. Be…