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I still haven't heard back from the doctor. My face (lips and eyes) are swelling worse this week so I called and made an appointment with an allergist next Wednesday.

The nurse called me yesterday morning - all of the tests they ran came back "normal". She was done when she told me that and was ready to hang up. I said "Ok, so what can I do about my issues?". She was surprised and asked me what my issues were. I told her about the swelling of my eyes and lips and also being cold all the…

I have lost 50 lbs. over the past year and a half - and now I am freezing all the time (not just my hands and feet, but my entire body). This is brand new - I don't have a history of being cold at all. I went to the doctor today just to make sure it isn't due to a thyroid issue and/or low iron. He thinks that the coldness…

5' 4" age - almost 48 SW: 181 lbs CW: 129 lbs GW: 115 lbs (maybe?)

In for learning more!

Ok, I take that back - partially. I looked a little closer and I do have all the DVDs I need for the scheduled workout plan. But, I have several more DVDs in addition - wondering if I just stick with the schedule for the first 10 weeks and then I can add the "extra" ones.... I'm sure it's not a huge deal - but would love…

Fabulous progress! What does the cat cross-stitch on your wall say?

Thanks a lot for the input! So far I have yet to do anything other than walking (at least not enough that I feel the need to log it) but this is all great info for when I need it - thanks again! :flowerforyou:

I took a little over a week off due to a huge blister on the ball of my foot, but before that I was up to averaging around 78k a week or so.

Yes, I agree - it really depends on the brand. Right now I can wear 3 different pairs of size 8 jeans that I got at Target; however, I have a pair of size 10 capri pants from Kohl's that are still a little tight. I have a pair of size 10 pants from Khol's that fit well. The size 8 skort from Khol's fits well. And then, I…

Bumping so I can come back later when I have more time and read through all of these posts. I am 5' 4" - started at 181.2 lbs, size 18 jeans and size XXL shirts. Today I am 135.8, size 8-10 jeans and size M shirts.

Haven't checked eBay yet - but that will be my next stop! Thanks!

I recommend "The Complete Guide to Walking for Health, Weight Loss and Fitness" by Mark Fenton. It has a 52 week plan that starts you out at 10-20 minutes of walking per day with one day of rest for Week #1 and builds you up to doing 30-45 minutes of walking per day (with one day off) plus core exercies and cross-training…

I totally forgot about doing this and just now tried. I only made it through one rep of each but it's a start and I will do better tomorrow! This shows me (again) just how out of shape I am. I managed over 7,000 steps today - way better than I was doing a week or so again before I got my FitBit. I knew I wouldn't be able…

So glad I found this group today! I really need to add some exercise to my routine! Starting weight (5/1/13): 181.2 Start of 40 Week Challenge (4/14/14): 146.6 Today's weight (4/1/14): 146.6 Goal weight (1/19/15): 110-120

Well, this isn't good news at all! :grumble:

I love tattoos! I have 5 of my own - and plan on getting several more. I am 47 and work for a major financial institution in the US. One of mine "peeks out" depending on the cut of my neckline. Three of mine are completely visible in the summer when I wear capris. One is never visible. I have never had anyone say anything…

She is pretty cute, isn't she? I am so much happier with the way I look now and I feel like she can be more proud to parade around in front of her sorority sisters (and their moms) now. :bigsmile: Thank you so much!

Thanks! When I started this I decided that I wanted to go fairly slow - I wanted to devlelop habits that I'll hopefully be able to stick with for the long haul. Sometimes I get discouraged that I'm going so slowly but then I just remind myself that, for me, it's better this way. You can do it, too! :flowerforyou:

Thank you everyone! It is so encouraging to get positive feedback on my progress - especially right now because I have gained two pounds since my mother-in-law entered hospice a week ago. It's nice to know I've really made some progress even though the scale is not my friend right now.... :heart:

Thank you so much to everyone! It makes me feel really good to get all the positive comments!

I don't mind you asking at all! I am 5' 4" short... I mean, tall :tongue:

Thanks a lot Dan! :happy:

Yes! I buy the next smaller size jeans and then try them on every once in a while. I also bought a couple of smaller shirts (too small to fit me now) the other day because they were so cute and so cheap! Edited to add: I should mention that I am getting most of these clothes from the clearance rack at a new consignment…

Bumping for future reference - just bought a step last weekend (I did it in the past, but had gotten rid of my original step years ago) and have ordered some really cheap DVDs - they are starting to arrive. Think I'll try out some of the YouTube ones, too.

It's because the various states keep databases of the people who buy it and in what quantities - because it can be used to make meth.

I took the recommended dosage of Primatene tablets once (for asthma) and wound up in the emergency room. The doctor assumed I had OD'd on something by the way I was acting. I was literally running up and down the halls waiting to be seen. He said I was lucky I hadn't had a heart attack with the way it affected me....

Wait for it..........

20 Rold Gold Tiny Twist Cheddar pretzels and 1/4 cup honey roasted peanuts - eaten together. Yum!!

Thank you for letting me know I haven't lost my mind (at least, not yet). The harder I thought about it the worse my head hurt. :)