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I met my husband in a yahoo chat room back in 2000. We were regulars in the room, and just chatted like everyone else. When I found out he was in Tennessee, I made a comment that he was close enough to me (I was in Virginia) to come visit. I was joking at the time. Fast forward several months later...we started chatting…

Wow, hun! What a (insert rudest word that doesn't offend you here)! She obviously has no appreciation for how hard you've worked and continue to work. I think you're amazing! And I'm with the diaper slapper...she would have been rinsing poop and/or pee out of her hair. So good for you for being more restrained than I am.…

There's a lot of sugar when I make it! lol I like it sweet and bitey :laugh:

I've done the same with cake mix!:blushing:

I love pb&j with potato chips in them! When I was very young, I would stir chocolate ice cream until it got runny then crumble up potato chips in it. My mom introduced me to butter and onion sandwiches on white bread. Saltines smeared with butter, too. Now I can't get the butter and onion sandwich out of my head. Thank…

I don't track artificial sweetener, coffee (I almost always drink it black), hot tea with a tiny splash of fat free half and half, low calorie veggies (if I use butter or sauce, I log that part of it). My thinking is calorie info is an estimation, so I'm never going to be 100% accurate. Now if I went crazy and ate 5 pounds…

I use light mayo, Splenda, and red wine vinegar. Just figure out what proportions are good to you! I prefer lots of vinegar in mine. I was actually surprised that I didn't miss the real sugar and full fat mayo.

Goodness, yes! I went into today knowing I would, and I've been so good lately that I decided not to even worry about today. I had pineapple, LOTS of ham, prime rib, hashbrown casserole, peas, chocolate cheesecake, key lime pie, and Italian cream cake. Oh, I also indulged in regular Dr. Pepper. And a low sugar cupcake my…

Thanks, guys! I still smile when I think about it. She has no idea how much that little comment has meant to me :smile:

Me, too!!!! People think I'm crazy when I tell them I joined an anti-cilantro group! Okay, my other dislikes (though not as disgusting to me as cilantro): cottage cheese, most fish, beets, runny eggs, Twinkies, asparagus, cooked celery, celery seed, caraway seeds, greens, Miracle Whip, cooked raisins, lima beans, canned…

Just a few days ago, I gave in to the craving and ate 3 servings of Oreos (9 cookies). I looked at my hubby and said, "I'm about to start." Lo and behold, I was. What I've decided to do is give in, but not as badly as I did that time! I add more intense exercise, too, because it helps with my cramping. So, for me, as long…

I make it a point to weigh most days when i first get up (after using the bathroom). Yesterday, for instance, it slipped my mind, but for the first time I didn't find myself driven to distraction from not weighing. Last night, I weighed myself out of curiosity, and the number was good, so I knew when I weighed in today…

I'm hooked on the Fiber One Oats & Chocolate Chewy Bars! I also love chocolate graham crackers, as the previous poster recommended. Jello Mousse Temptations are great, too...60 calories for one. Add some fat free whipped cream, and they're double yummy. If all else fails, mini candy bars might satisfy your sweet tooth, if…

I made some great broccoli slaw the other day. Slaw is one of those holiday meal staples for my family. I used light mayo, Splenda, and red wine vinegar for the dressing, tossed the pre-packaged broccoli slaw in it, and had a HUGE bowl for only 120 calories. I've come to learn that light mayo isn't the evil nastiness I…

I'm going to change this a bit and steal it! I always get asked about the tattoo on my wrist. Chances are, if you're 80 then you haven't heard of A Perfect Circle, so my answer will mean nothing to you. Therefore, my new response to, "What does your tattoo mean?" will be, "It means I like tattoos," delivered in a perfect…

I'm with you on the coriander/cilantro thing! I actually joined a site about hating the stuff...lol I did, however, feel bad when I had to turn down a coworker's offer of food the other day because of the cilantro. He put a lot of effort into making it, but I physically can't take the taste, which you understand. I just…

14 pounds down, and have to wear a medium in our unisex work polo shirts so I don't look sloppy! Also, I purchased shorts for work a few weeks ago...I bought size 18, put them on yesterday, and they're actually a little loose! But my biggest NSV was calling my doctor to adjust my insulin. My fasting sugar was hitting the…

Hello! I'm fairly new here as well. One of my biggest motivators (other than my best friend who is doing this, too) is reading the message boards. People are so supportive, kind, and funny! So far, my friends list is small, but I know there are many friends out there to be made, and I really look forward to seeing who I…

Hi, Courtney! I feel your pain about working around food...I work at an amazing rib place. Luckily, we have some healthy options, but when it's busy, who has time to order and eat shrimp? lol We have similar starting and current weights, and I have been reading about so many people doing the 30 Day Shred. I'd love to hear…

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I love the idea of helping two-income families or SAHMs who struggle! I've watched my best friend struggle to balance school, parenthood, and work just to have an unexpected expense derail everything. I would make sure she and her family were set; her son would definitely be taking karate lessons and not have to worry…

I look at my tummy and upper arms. I have what I've always referred to as "fat lady arm rolls," and they're starting to go away! Also, I had to move my anniversary ring to my middle finger just last night...and I like the way it looks there better! lol I'm still waiting for my thighs to start shrinking, though.

I'm planning a major indulgence day Wednesday. Hubby wants to go to the movies, and I'm baking cake for a friend's baby shower, where there willbe TONS of goodies. The anticipation of having a fun, carefree day has made it easier not to go crazy in these days leading up to it. As much as I look forward to indulging, I also…

My hubby was craving Captain D's yesterday, and I decided to indulge in one little hushpuppy. When I went to log it, it was 100 calories! It was so good, but wow. When my husband offered me another, he asked if I would like another 100 calories...hahaha!

I grew up in a diabetic family; I was the final member to be diagnosed several years ago. I've had good streaks and bad streaks, and now take Lantus injections every night in addition to oral meds twice a day. You have to work with your healthcare providers and pay attention to your body. My doctor would probably pass out…

Coffee. Lots and lots of black coffee. Fresh pineapple Strawberries Grapes (my picky husband is even eating them!) Onions and garlic Fiber One oats and chocolate chewy bars Zone bars Jello Mousse Temptations Grilled shrimp, chicken, burgers, and big salads from where I work Multigrain English muffins Sargento colby-jack…

I changed my eating habits about a month ago, and I'm having a somewhat similar result; I used to have diarrhea every day, and now I'm more normal. A healthier diet definitely firms up more than just your body...lol. How is your water intake? I know that can be a factor. I'm sure it is very discouraging to be going…

Sounds good to me! From now on, I shall be vain and tell everyone of my glorious baking skills! Then I'll only share the goodies with the people I REALLY like :D

Yes, I do! When I started eating healthier a month ago, I decided to try eating bananas again since I'm on a migraine preventative. Bad move. I gave them up about 5 days ago, and I feel so much better! My other food triggers are red wine and orange soda. It sucks, but having a migraine sucks more, imo. What kind of food…

I'm the designated cake baker for a baby shower next Wednesday. This is the only thing that has kept me from buying a cupcake. All modesty aside, I make amazing cakes, and I will enjoy a reasonable sized piece at the shower! And I feel sorry for anyone who points out my diet or diabetes when I do eat it...I will have…