DianneBoo Member

Welcome! Fell free to add me! Good luck!

Hello Yvonne! Welcome! I too am looking to lose about 145 pounds. Congrats on your current weight loss! That is great! :flowerforyou: Add me and would be glad to be part of your support system!

You might initially be attracted to someone based on their looks.....but you STAY attracted based on who they are! I am about as plain as plain can be, but have been asked out more than I would expect dou to my outgoing and open perosnality (that is what they tell me...lol). So, personality wins by a landslide!

I don't have children of my own, but i have a dozen nieces and nephews. Plus, I have been teaching in early childhood for 20 years. Be glad to be one of your MFP buddies! The kids keep u busy and active!

Hello Sarah-- Welcome! Request sent! Sending you luck on your journey!

CRAP!!! I have never tried Nutella. Prolly would never have bought it! Now I HAVE to! CRAP!!! :)

Welcome and congrats on joining MFP! Feel free to add me! I can always use more friends as well!

If I hadn't read the stats prior to seeing the pics, I would have guessed you had lost 15-18 pounds! You put on a great deal of muscle! Way to go! Absolutely fabulous!!!!!!

My words EXACTLY!

Welcome and request sent! Good luck to you!

Thanks for posting. It is nice to see what I have been told explained in a way that is easily understood.

You will get all the support you need here! Way to go! Good luck to you!

Totally agree with this. I weigh in on the first of every month. Your body fluctuates so much, especially with being a woman, that daily and/or weekly weigh ins are not necessarily the best move for everyone. Go by how you feel vs. what the scale says. And, most definately, kick the trainer out the door!!!!!

Weighing in daily would not benefit me. I also would not benefit doing it weekly. I have been doing it in the first day of each month first thing in the morning. But, if u are able to handle seeing the fluctuations, weigh whenever u need too. YOU need to be comfortable with what YOU are doing! Good luck to you!

When taking 2 of my nephews to the nature center....something I thouroughly enjoy....and I was unable to keep up with them, unable to climb the rock wall, unable to explore various other parts of the center due to my being unable to get down that low AND move!

Thank you G! I really appreciate it! Will give them a shot b4 my next walk this afternoon! have a great day!

I don't think having one every now and then is bad....but the whole pan might not be a good idea. Go outside, take a walk, listen to the birds, get the sun on your face. call a friend. Go to Humane Society and play with the animals...that is sure to put a smile on your face. You are strong. You can get through this day…

You look wonderful! How I needed to read your story and see your pics! Truly an inspiration! I am just starting out and have more weight at the start....but I am confident I can so this! I had realized there is no quick fix and that slow and steady were the key. Congratulations on all of your accomplishments!

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I just started Sunday myself! You will do just fine! Be glad to offer support when needed! Add me as a friend if you would like!

The double chin....bane of my existance. But, I have learned that how I see me is not how others are seeing me. We are always more critical of ourselves. I see a second head forming under my chin...my family and friends so not! :) I decided the best way to make the chin go away was to "ignore" it. I don't allow myself to…

Add me! I will take all the support I can get...which means I will give it back! The positivity I have found on this site is inspiring!

I have done WW a few times, but never with much success. It never felt right to me. I joined MFP on Sunday and I instantly felt a connection with the site and its functions. Add me if you would like. Can never have too big of a support system!

Sounds like you have found some strong motivation already! That is a positive start! And, a great legacy for your children! Friend request sent to you! Keep up the great work!

Raisin Bran is a great cereal....great protien, fiber, low fat and very satisfying. Low fat cheeses like individually wrapped string cheese make a great snack as well as the Special k cracker chips. Just watch your portions and eat in moderation. You don't need to give up the foods you love completely. Just be careful when…

Request sent! I can always use the support! Keep smiling!

You are so right! I believe that when people hear the word "diet", they automatically hear, see, and believe something negative. It becomes all about the number! A life style change becomes about YOU! I tell people I could care less what the scale says (although I will continue to weigh myself once a month...lol), it is…

Hello! I am new as well. This site seems to be just the ticket for me. Feel free to add me. Will gladly offer my support and encouragement. Good luck!

Welcome! I just joined on Sunday, but I already feel better. It is so nice to be able to see what I am eating and to track my exercise in a manner that is easily understood. Good luck! Feel free to add me if you would like!

That is fantastic! I hope you are on the mend from your injuries! Good luck sent your way to meet your June 1 goal! :smile: