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The first pounds you lose are always harder to see than the last ones. The paper towel analogy explains why: http://leanbodiesconsulting.com/articles/The+Paper+Towel+Analogy Also, I think weight is such a sensitive issue for so many people, nobody wants to say anything about it until they're really sure what's going on.

I initially started out trying to eat 1200 a day (trying to lose 2 lbs a week), but I was hungry all the time and going over almost every day. It wasn't working. And the constant feeling of failure was not helping me to stay motivated. So I upped it to 1430 (trying to lose 1 lb a week). It's much more manageable and I find…

When I eat a mandarin orange, I have to peel the "skin" off of every little segment and eat it first before I eat the insides. Or if it's really tough, I just suck out the insides and throw away the skin. Navel oranges I just eat the whole segment normally. When I eat Nerds candies I dump out a handful and eat them from…

I do 30DS once or twice a week. I don't think I could handle any more JM than that. lol! But it's awesome. Lost inches everywhere. Immediately.

My little cherry red Acura is named Betsy. The name just felt "right" as I was driving her home for the first time.

Cricket Mei is my pretty kitty girl's name.

Vancouver Island, BC. Anyone else on the Rock?

I've been making turkey burgers lately and they are YUMMY! I don't really have a recipe and they're always a little different, but these are the basics... ground turkey an egg garlic (minced, or powdered, or fresh, whatever you have on hand) chopped cilantro - lots! sriracha - as much as you can handle ;) bread crumbs to…

I had my son at 28 and hope to have another in another year (I'm 30 now). At this stage, I figure even if we push for 3, I"ll still be finished having babies by 35 or 36. I am so happy to have waited. My partner and I have the maturity (and the money) to provide a wonderful life for our little man. And I had my whole early…

40 cal fudgsicles are my friend!

This is hands down the Best. Quinoa. Recipe. Ever. I love love LOVE it. It takes a bit of prep, and maybe isn't an everyday meal because it's a bit higher in calorie content due to all the extra deliciousness, but it's so good it's worth it. http://www.canadianliving.com/food/tricolour_quinoa.php

I use this recipe for oatmeal pancakes ... only 296 cals for 4 small pancakes (less if you use less sugar and skim milk). 1 1/2 c. oats 1/2 c. whole wheat flour 1 1/4 c. milk (you could sub in some apple sauce or cottage cheese if you wanted to) 1-2 tbsp oil (I usually only use 1) 1/4 tsp. cinnamon 1 egg 2 tbsp. sugar…

You just need to keep it up. Every spring when I pull my bicycle out of the garage, my butt hurts for a week or two. But your body will get used to it.

I met my honey on plentyoffish and it's been six wonderful years now, plus a ring, a house and a baby. He's my perfect match. But I met a lot of weirdos before I met him. I was actually logging on to delete my profile after a particularly horrific encounter when I saw his cute dimples smiling at me from the screen. I am SO…

I'm glad you're going to talk to them about it! Let me know how it goes :)

Hello Ladies, I just found this group and I want in! My name is Blair, I'm 30, 5'7" and I love my curves ... except lately they've gotten a bit too ... curvy. I've been wearing mostly sweat pants and old t-shirts for the past year and half since the birth of my son, but I am SO READY to get back in shape and back in style!…

I agree with MusicGal. Your family knows deep down that what you're doing (ie. being healthy) is the right thing and seeing you is a daily reminder to them that they're not. Especially if you're declining a second helping of dinner while they're all digging in. My guess is that they see you making different choices than…

That sounds so good! I might try it for breakfast tomorrow :)

3 for LOVE ~ Steel cut oats and cinnamon, baby!

I like to stuff a whole wheat pita pocket with some low fat turkey breast from the deli, lots of mixed greens, tomato, cukes, avocado, and a hint of salad dressing for flavour. Sometimes I add cheese, if I'm feeling adventurous. Sooooo yummy and so nutritious!

You must be feeling on top of the world! I bet your doc was impressed. Losing weight is nice, but I'm doing this for my health and my family, too. You've inspired me :)

Sounds good :)

I've been here for almost a month now and love it. I am also looking for some more friends to expand my small (but growing) support network. Add me if you like. I'm here every day :)

No kidding! It's not even 3pm and I've already reached my limit for calories. And I want to go to a bbq and drink beer tonight :(

I'll add you. I'm trying to lose between 40 and 50 lbs. Starting around 190 and aiming for 145. If anyone else wants to add me as a friend too, I'm looking for more support :)

I love it for a quick workout during nap time when I can't get outside. I've only done level 1 so far, but it sure gets my heart rate up and makes my muscles shake! A lot of people try to do it every day for 30 days, but I don't think I would want to do that. It's more of a two or 3 times a week for me. I don't want to…

Cool! I joined your group :)

I think it's still ok to have your bread and pasta, just make sure it's whole wheat. And for me ... portion control is key. Instead of my heaping pile of white spaghetti smothered in cheese, it's a small serving of whole wheat pasta with tons of veggies in the sauce. Cutting out the foods we love and crave won't work. We…

I don't know if I'd go so far as to call myself a hoop dancer, but I LOVE hula hooping and practicing my tricks in the back yard. I already added hula hooping as one of my exercises. I googled "calories burned hula hooping" and found the # of calories burned on sparkpeople.com and some others sites. They all seem to point…

I'm trying to lose 30-40 lbs. Would be happy to have more motivational friends. You can all add me it you like.