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Hi Jody! I lived in Colorado for 2 years and I seriously miss the mountains. I'm totally jealous :) And that one goal a month is a good idea! I may have to try that!

I didn't see anything offensive in your post. Just pride in your life's work and where its done as well as the truth of the differences in regulations.

I was born and raised in Inverness, FL and just moved from Ocala :) Now I'm near Orlando and the big city is quite a shock for me LOL I'd say it definitely counts as a fruit :) Strawberry Ice Cream? Not so much ;) I think I'm going to saute some asparagus for lunch :)

It is tough and definitely not the same as fresh! I'm lucky that I live in Florida and can get fresh produce most every month of the year. Spring and Summer will be here soon :)

You know I think I'll tell you guys a little about why this day is so hard for me. My counselor told me its good to talk about it whenever I get up the nerve to let it out (I've kept most of it in for the last 3 years and I'm only just starting to let it go. 3 years ago today my mother died at the age of 51 of Lung and…

Thanks :) I'm doing pretty good. I'm actually worried more now that I won't eat much than eat too much. I planned to hit my mini elliptical while the girls take a nap today and my son plays on the computer. I'd like to do 30 minutes or so maybe more if I can find something to watch while I do it to keep me motivated.…

You aren't late :) I just posted it today! I just figured we'd all need to post starting weights. Then every weigh in day we can just come here and edit our posts to include the new weigh ins each week and keep track of them!

I weigh myself daily, but I'll take whatever my weight is on Sunday mornings and post it here. Starting Weight 1/29: 222.6 lbs

Both great ideas :) The Chit Chat Thread I posted is what I had in mind for the check in type stuff. Where we can talk about all of that and then some. I'll create the weigh in thread and sticky it at the top :)

I like that idea! We can call it a rainbow challenge and try to eat at least 3 different colored fruit and veggies and a total of 5 for the day. :D

I had a medium apple for breakfast :) It was delish and I didn't even have to smother it with peanut butter :P

Sometimes its hard. At least you know if you have a "bad" day you are covered :)

You definitely earned it. And OMG I didn't know they made Cherry Coke Zero? I think I'm in trouble now.

I have NO clue what to have for my dinner. Bless his heart my husband bought noodles and alfredo sauce for him and the kids for dinner. Not what i want/can have. So I'm debating on a smoothie with an egg added right now.

Make sure you know what your BMR is. That's how many you need just to maintain the basic functions of your body :)

That's awesome! Way to go! Water really is so important :) I made my 8 for the day, though I'll probably sip more before the night is over.

As long as you are eating enough calories to keep your body fueled and you aren't feeling hungry, then no, I wouldn't think you'd have to eat them all back.

Way to go! I can't wait to be able to move like that for a sustained amount of time.

Hi Debbie! First of all you do NOT look 61! I can only hope to look as fab as you at that age! Best of luck on your licensing exam. I'm a former Correctional Officer and I remember how nerve wracking it was getting ready for my cerification exam.

I'm glad you like the name :) I realized if I don't change for me, then I'm no good to anyone else!

I've been there. I've gotten down on myself. Do you have pictures you can post? Sometimes its hard to look at ourselves and see any change, when in fact there are changes, just not the grand ones we desire or imagine should be happening. A few things you can try: Water: I can't drink water all the time. The only way I get…

Let's put it this way. I track my calories and my weight. Everyday. On a day when I eat nothing but junk and stay in my range, I'll lose weight. On a day that I eat super healthy, but go over on my cals. Nothing or very little lost. It really is calories in and calories out for me. The only thing i can say is, if I'm going…

1) Jog a full mile or more without needing to stop and walk. 2) Feel sexy in my skin and clothes 3) Wear a bikini confidently Add more later

Woot! I admit I can't only drink water. So I use those sugar free drink mixes (crystal light, diet ocean spray, etc) in some of my water of the day to keep me from getting bored. I can actually get away with one packet for ever 32 oz I drink instead of just the 16 oz its meant for.

I'm on about cup #6 for the day of my water. I have a 32oz drink mug that I fill with water/flavored water, twice a day. I'm at the half way mark for cup #2 for the day. I really noticed yesterday that I wasn't drinking my water. My eyeballs were so dry because of the cold they felt like they were going to fall out!…

Ooo I really like that idea! And that is exactly what I want to have in this group. Motivating each other to achieve our own goals! Weight Loss and getting in shape is not one size fits all! Here's the link for the group for others to join if they'd like. There are a number of topics to post in and I'm just adding things…

Haha its all good :) Its fine to post in here too :)

I've had 2- bite brownies staring me in the face all day. Do you know how many calories are in a serving? 180. Do you know how many brownies is in a serving? 2... TWO! 1-inch diameter brownies. I can drink an entire yummy smoothie for that much. I'm going to have to make myself one to rid myself of this sugar craving.

Yay! So happy others want to join!

Hi Amber! I love bunnies :) I keep wanting to get one for my kids (maybe one I can make yarn from ;) ) but I'm afraid of the responsibility one top of my wee ones. I've had a few friends who had trouble gaining weight even through eating nothing but junk just to try. I'm here to talk to any time.