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One of my friends was in a work meeting and some announcement was made and another woman said, "Shiny." My friend started and the woman said, "Oh, you a Browncoat?" Shiny is like a secret code word. I have on occasion said, "While I don't disagree on any particular point..."

Get your Geek On! :tongue: We could share news and events about Firefly, Whedon and other shows. Let's face it we're probably all into multiple fandoms. Firefly and Dr. Who seem to run together at least. Lots of mutual support like Jayne and Sheppard working out together. I'm not really into challenges but I won't be all…

I have around 5 TeeFury shirts so far. Firefly, Dr. Horrible, Dr. Who.... They're pretty good quality too. And an MFP NSV - I fit into a ladies medium now.

I thought I'd post rather than message in case other GTA people are interested. Check out www.torontobrowncoats.com and over on the right hand side you'll see a list of Fan Groups including the Toronto Firefly Shindigs. The Buffy and Whedonite groups also have regular get togethers. For anybody in Canada, we've got…

This! A laughing cow light cheese wedge and some Triscuit thins are a delicious snack for about 50 calories.

Wow! Fantastic job and good work keeping it off. Wishing you continued success.

Fatty and sugary food is an addiction. I have to go cold turkey. http://www.bloomberg.com/news/2011-11-02/fatty-foods-addictive-as-cocaine-in-growing-body-of-science.html

Thank you for this, Lisa. I have been off the wagon big time and telling myself that it was o.k. because I was still down. You've given me the kick I need to get back on track.

This. I log it all and try to keep within reason. And I only eat WHAT I REALLY, REALLY LOVE. It's amazing how much holiday stuff is really not worth the calories when you think about it. Candy canes? Those awful cardboard cookies with some sprinkles on them? Gingerbread houses? Cheap chocolate?

When I was young and hot, I would never realise that guys were trying to pick me up. For you and the other ladies who think they are not getting hit on... If he says, "Are you bored here?" he's starting to suggest that the two of you go somewhere else. If he says, "What are you doing this weekend?" he may be trying to…

Which app are you using? i.e. who is it by? When I entered 'couch 5 k' it came up with several selections and I'd like to make sure that I get a good one.

Hahahahahahaha! Oh, I totally saw that too!

Quaker Crispy Minis - salt and vinegar, salt and lime or sweet chili. Great when you've got that salt craving after a workout.

Rode my bike today even though I really didn't feel like it. :yawn:

Yay, Liberte or President's Choice plain 0%. I use it instead of sour cream and occasionally as a spread on a bagel instead of cream cheese. Even my son accepts it in a taco now.

I know what you mean. Weekends are all laundry and housework and I hate getting up in the morning. I cycle to work about 3 times a week. If that's no good, maybe you can work up to running the dog.

This. Especially the last part. My husband has worked really hard to 'train' me (:laugh: ) to talk to him when I'm upset about something. Good luck!

Umm.. I'm the jumper in that situation. Like if I hear two people, I'll jump in with "It's 2 blocks south on the left" or "Hey, try MFP" or, "I think that outfit is fantastic" or "They're on sale at Sears." For these, I usually get a startled, "Thank you," and I'm on my way. I've been tempted a couple of times to jump in…

This sounds really good!

Whatever strategy you use to deal with this going forward...it is a huge psychological accomplishment to be able to get over it now! Congratulations on breaking this habit and mindset. YAY YOU!

I've been on a plateau for a while but I pulled out a pair of jeans that I haven't worn since last spring and they look great. No more buying up a size every season!

2 lb is quite enough for me at the moment. They're wrap around the wrist ones with a cool thumb hole. Style is more important than weight. ;-D

I tried on some size 9 skinny jeans. They looked like they'd been painted on - but in a good way. ;-D

Start with fat free Greek yogurt and add your flavourings.

This. Personally, I'm usually over on Friday since that's the day I hang out with friends and drink a little wine. So maybe the day before, I don't eat all my exercise calories so that the week balances out (fingers crossed).

A vintage Jaguar E-Type in British racing green.

Down a notch on the belt this morning. Happy dance!

Try checking out some of these topics to help you out. http://www.myfitnesspal.com/topics/show/23912-links-in-mfp-you-want-to-read-again-and-again

Last night my son poked me in the belly and said, "There's hardly anything to squish anymore."

That may be noticable in your face but many people here have noted that, since people usually put a few pounds on as they get older, losing a few overall makes people assume that you're younger. Hope you find this too!