laughingirl71 Member

9/4 146.4

September Starting Weight: 148.0 9/2: 149 (oops) 9/3 147.4

I'm in. Sept 1: 147 lbs. Sept 2: 149 lbs. (there was an issue with popcorn, buttery buttery popcorn, and a large microwave mug cake) I live alone in an 800 sf duplex and the quarantine has led to a lot of stress, boredom, and lonely eating. I am going to lose 14 lbs, eat mindfully, consume a whole food plant based diet,…

for those of you who are fully invested in this soap opera of a thread...I actually talked to my fiancé about my feelings and a lot of what's been said here. bottom line: 1. he's not an *kitten* 2. I'm not always the best communicator 3. junk food will live at work for four weeks 4. then he will have a drawer in the pantry…

LMAO...we have gotten onto a topic with which I have NO complaints....his "junk". I shall never complain about his "JUNK" again. I have been sufficiently chastised and humbled. To quote blue..."let the junk roam free!" Free the junk!

LOL...I teach fourth grade, and my students know the way to my heart is reece's. I recognize that life is full of temptations. I was honestly just looking for a way to solve the HOME problem. I do NOT as some have suggested, expect friends, hosts and hostesses of outings, restaurants, co workers, students to change and…

Yes, I will say...My fiancé's "junk" is AWESOME...and I always want it for myself. HAHAHAHA. I'm rolling here. Thank you Blue for making me giggle. I don't think he would like his "JUNK" locked away...but I'll ask!

"I know I'm the one with a problem, and I suppose I'm selfish for asking for accommodations. Has anyone else had this problem? If so, what did you do? Any suggestions would be appreciated. " from the OP...a part you neglected to quote or read? I'm not sure which, so I'll assume you just missed it. And you're right...I…

LMAO...and now I keep hearing match game theme song in my head. God bless Gene Rayborn. And I suppose his "junk" in the house is better than his "junk" at the neighbors! Then I'd really have a problem.

actually...I asked him if he would be willing to eliminate tempting food for four weeks. And after reading many of the helpful suggestions, I have determined that his and hers drawers in our pantry may be an ideal solution. And I did mention this in this very long thread, so I understand if it's been missed. I don't think…

for the record...I'm kind of sorry I asked the original question. This is the first time I've ever started a thread, and wow...people....I really just wanted to know how junk food and I could co exist or the best compromise solutions others out there have found. For those of you who have provided positive and workable…

and for the record...I'm kind of sorry I asked the original question. This is the first time I've ever started a thread, and wow...people....I really just wanted to know how junk food and I could co exist or the best compromise solutions others out there have found. For those of you who have provided positive and workable…

I was asking an honest question about the alcohol analogy...that's why I said, "maybe so...I don't know" thank you for your kindness and understanding in providing your perspective on the issue.

I actually agreed with those who suggested such compromise. and thank you for the kind and supportive words.

again...thanks to the members who offered solutions, not judgments. It is appreciated, and I have a direction to go now.

thank you for productive, uplifting, and reasonable suggestions.

I honestly think most couples could benefit from some sort of couples counseling. I also think it speaks volumes of my fella and me that we recognize this, and are willing to stick our necks out a bit and put ourselves in a situation that isn't always comfortable.

lol...right? Although many here think they can read very limited information, and diagnose with complete accuracy.

no, my employer provides free family counseling, and we decided to take advantage of it in order to make our relationship better and stronger. more of a preemptive strike than a "need" These forums are difficult as communication is somewhat limited.

I don't know that a power struggle is necessarily the case, just two people trying to figure out how to combine lives and lifestyles. He's not an *kitten*...just a man. (lol) and I'm not a *****...just a woman. We're actually starting couples counseling, and maybe that will be more productive than this forum.

I'm sure it will all work out. I am surprised by the ugly and hurtful reactions on the board labeled "motivation and support" I wasn't looking for someone to bash my guy or to bash me...but for people who have found solutions and compromises in similar situations. For those of you who offered realistic and workable…

thank you.

and you are all probably right...many is the day I feel we rushed things. Especially days like today.

Thank you so much. I asked for genuine suggestions, and feel like the compromise ones have been really valid and reasonable. But to suggest to "get some self control" however well intended, doesn't seem to be positive, helpful, or even realistic.

I must have found some self control...to lose 65 lbs. and keep it off for a year.

four weeks. Just through march.

This is probably the best advice. Relationships are all about compromise. He will not give up his evening drink(s) which is why I asked to just keep beer and red wine in house, the other stuff he could easily keep at work....just for four weeks. and then maybe ease things back in as many wise members have suggested. A…

Is eating in a healthy manner suffering?

Believe it or not...I have learned to have a few, and leave the rest. That's how I went from 195 lbs to 130 lbs and have maintained that weight loss for over a year. With the stress of adding a new person to the household, I have crept up 3 lbs. No big deal, right? lol...we all know that's where it starts. And I know it is…

I think I may just be too selfish to get married. On the other hand, it feels like he chose ice cream over my feelings.