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Thanks for everyone sharing and all of the insight.... I just wanted to see if it was me or if there was a real withdraw thing happening. I am going to stick to water and try some herbal tea's like somoen suggested. Thanks again so much everyone for sharing and for the words of advice :smile:

Welcome- this web site is awesome and I wish you the best of luck :)

Welcome--- I will add you - never can have too much support or too many friends :happy:

I am not a fan of sweet potatoes even though they are better for you. I bake a small to medium sized potato and put salsa over it (whatever kind you like- I prefer a spicy salsa)- It is so good, filling and a healthier option. Good luck!

Welcome! Love your profile pic... I got my picture taken at the "Willis" tower clear observation deck when I was there in August on vacation. This website is awesome and i am sure you will love it!

Friends on here really helps.. I would be happy to be your friend....

I felt that way too (my ankle was killing me and swelling) and after I learned that I have arthritis in it from my doctor he advised me to slow down on the exercise a little and stretch better and more. I also read in prevention magazine that drinking a glass of milk after a workout helps replace some vitamins and minerals…

Thanks everybody- I feel better already! It's raining outside so my outdoor walk is cancelled but maybe I will go to the mall and discover all of the "stairs" they have to offer...... that's why I love this website... Good luck and great job to all of you too!

I never even thought that it might be time to change it up... that's why I posted to get some more insight... thank you soooo much!

Movie night was a success.... I bought a bottle of water and had a bag of 100 calorie mini pretzels in my pocket. I did have a few kernals (and I mean about for or five) of her popcorn but nothing like I used to. I am happy with it and proud of myself but couldn't of done it without all the great advice and suggestions…

I will be your buddy... It is always nice to have someone to chat with whose going through the same thing as you are :):smile:

Thanks everyone... I think I have a few different pizza recipes that need to be tried out in the future. I am also going to find a Trader Joes around here... many of you mentioned it for the crust :)

Thanks for all of the GREAT advice... it is exactly what I needed. She always gets that kids pack and I am going to "stash" a bottle of water, 100 calorie pack of chips (cause I am a salt eater more than sweet) and a granola bar... that way I feel like I am getting a sweet in reality I am not. I really, really appreciate…

I am a newbie too and I have found this website to be a motivator. I am 35 years old and have found that the last few tries of loosing weight ( I have gained 50 lbs since I got married 9 years ago) have been slow coming too. I have found (even though I have my days that are hard) that taking it day by day (some days I have…

Welcome... I've only been on this site a week now and I really love it. It is a great tool for staying one day at a time, staying on track and not getting too far in the future... Good luck