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Welcome back, Matty :) As you can see from all of the comments, you are not alone in this journey, or in the fact that we all have triggers and stresses that challenge us. Experience has taught me that accountability is an excellent way to stay on track. I know you said you work a lot, but maybe with your new schedule, you…

I started this program over 1 year and 75 lbs. ago. I was not a runner. I had been walking 4-5 miles 2-3 times per week, but never ran. One of my friends and I decided to try it, and it worked for us. It wasn't always easy, and we repeated a week or 2 along the way, but we did it. Running has become a passion for me. I…

Thanks to everyone who took time out to remember Sherry and her family this weekend. I just finished a 5 miler, and prayed for peace for her family, and justice for the precious life that was ended too soon. I am a slow runner, but in this case it gave me an entire hour to reflect on this woman that I have never met and…

I did! I weigh every morning just to keep myself on track. I stayed the same, which is great! I ate a small portion of everything that I wanted yesterday, and had a piece of Pecan pie. I didn't bring home any leftovers, sent mine home with someone else, and drank lots of water. It's one day . . . and I plan to keep it that…

Golden Girls! lol How about . . . "Come and knock on my door. We've been waiting for you . . . . where the kisses are hers and hers and his . . .

1. When I was 16, I was bitten by a Copperhead snake. 2. I've had a crush on Jon Bon Jovi since I was 13. 3. I faint at the sight of blood. 4. I met my husband in college. We graduated from the same high school and never had one class together in four years. 5. I walked in on 2 men robbing our house when I was 12. I ran to…

Thanks everyone for the great advice. And thanks to the member that pointed out I spelled "advice" wrong, but now I'm stressed because I can't figure out how to go back in and fix it! lol All of these tips are great things to remember, and the one thing that is being repeated is "have fun". Thank you for reminding me that…

Thanks, everyoune for your input and suggestions. I ended up getting the minestrone soup, which was delicious! I skipped the salad, and limited myself to one breadstick. Then I ordered the ravioli portabella, and ate 3 of them, bringing the rest home. Whole meal ended at around 690 calories. I was full when we left, and…

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Save me a spot right next to you!! I'm more than ready to get going again. Bring it on, 2011 :smile:

Congratulations! I just got there yesterday, myself. GREAT feeling, isn't it? Awesome weight loss . . . keep up the good work! :flowerforyou:

Good for you!!

I went there last weekend and got the salad bar instead, so that's an option. Yes, I had to pay for it when the pizza would have been free for me as a guest at the birthday party, but it was well worth it to me. :smile:

To all of those who replied with "Me", THANK YOU!!! :flowerforyou: Both of my grandfathers served in WWII My good friend Bob was a marine Thank you to all who served our great country!!!

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And here I was, ready to come to your rescue with positive words of encouragement for you if someone was rude.:flowerforyou: LOVE the story. And you are right, just a few unexpected positive words from someone can make all the difference. We should all remember that we have great power with the words that come out of our…

I love it!! Great motivation for the rest of us, and a good reminder to you of what you have accomplished. Awesome, awesome job. You should be very proud of yourself! And some of the other comments from the girls here are correct . . . you are a cutie :smile:

Way to go, Carlos! I will definitely be adding you as a friend to stay motivated. I am in no way a trainer, but my sister called me the "health nut" the other day, and was asking for suggestions on what to eat for breakfast. Me . . . a health nut! That was awesome to hear. I have all of this healthy knowledge in my head…

Happy Birthday! The thought of turning 40 is one of the main reasons I started on my weight loss journey, and I'm so glad I did. I turn 40 next month, and I am feeling awesome! It only gets better from here! Congratulations on your weight loss!

I really needed this today, too. I'm so learning that I shouldn't base my mood or attitude on what the scale says in the morning. If I'm doing everything right, the weight will come off. Congratulations on your journey so far!

Congratulations on making it to your second goal!! You look awesome!

Welcome! We are all here for each other :-) Feel free to add me as a friend if you like. Good luck and stay healthy!

I have a group of girlfriends that all walk together in the evenings. If we walk in a line, and the sun hits us just right . . . my shadow is the biggest . . . for now . . . :-)

Welcome to MFP . . . you will love it! Feel free to add me as a friend.

Welcome! I just joined last week, and I'm a little obsessive now about tracking everything. Good luck on your weight loss! Work hard and it WILL pay off :-)

Biggest Loser's Ranch-Style "Spaghetti" Marinara 1 med. spaghetti squash (about 1/2 lbs) washed, halved lengthwise, and seeds removed 2 c low-fat marinara sauce 2 T grated parmesan or romano cheese Preheat oven to 375. Lightly coat a baking sheet with olive oil cooking spray. Pierce the outside of each half of the squash a…