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What she said doesn't matter. The only thing that matters is what you do next. Get it done. Nothing out-argues success.

In for ice cream. Must read later.

Fur babies ARE adorable.

From the other side of a 100+ pounds loss, I'd advise you to look for a sustainable approach based on fundamentals. Here's some of my thoughts on the process: http://www.myfitnesspal.com/blog/ihad/view/the-resolution-that-stuck-my-two-year-mfpiversary-607930…

This is right on. With a week, get decent sleep, don't wear yourself out exercising, and wear proper footwear and clothing.

Not if people do their duty... http://www.myfitnesspal.com/blog/ihad/view/u-mad-cow-670791

I have to agree. The point was a good analogy. You seem a bit confused. I would recommend going here and treating it as your primary source of info while you get a little more focused and experienced. http://www.myfitnesspal.com/topics/show/833026-important-posts-to-read

http://www.myfitnesspal.com/blog/ihad/view/mfp-101-calories-macros-and-micros-617211

This is good stuff.

Patience and persistence are key. And if you want to lose the weight and keep it off, you need to work on your relationship with food - learn to enjoy the foods you like in reasonable quantities.

I lost the weight in my 40's. If you keep at it, you can do it. 40 is just a number. http://www.myfitnesspal.com/blog/ihad/view/my-thanks-to-the-man-of-steel-407835

I've been using it for 18 months. It's rock solid consistent and perfect for assessing day to day activity level.

Need.

I recall some saying about doing the same thing over and over and expecting different results...

This is very helpful, reasonable input.

One starfish at a time...

VIP - Very Important Post

Here you go!

Did you just dismiss ALL of science?

I weep for science.

You might be interested in this: http://www.myfitnesspal.com/blog/ihad/view/an-interview-with-the-most-interesting-man-in-the-world-the-naturally-fit-person-669429

This applies to pizza as well as cookies: http://www.myfitnesspal.com/blog/ihad/view/you-eat-the-cookie-672641

Sorry, no. But I do like it here now.

http://www.myfitnesspal.com/blog/ihad/view/the-perfect-potato-645328

http://www.myfitnesspal.com/blog/ihad/view/eat-mor-chikin-672374

:drinker: Congrats! I do enjoy your blogs.

Roller coasters. The ultimate incentive. :happy:

If you are being serious, you are overreacting. OP's point is clear - there are some things you can't control, big or small, and some things you can. Diet and exercise are two areas we have a lot more control over than others.