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I haven't had any side affects, though I was almost always in one hot flash after another. That has gone away almost completely. They double my dose to 40 mg daily. At 20 I saw no change but at 40 I'm in the b-room every 15 - 20 mins for about 3 hours then it tapers off. Bur I do drink about 3-4 cups of coffee at work only…

Haha, you funny girl. Keep up what you are doing, you're doing just great. Now me that's another story.......

I spend between $200 - $500 a month for 2 of us. When son is home then it is closer to $500. I buy in bulk @ Costco and shop once a week for junk food for hubby and fresh produce. When we go into a store the first and last place we check is the mark down meat section then produce isle.

We made a Salmon loaf, infact that sounds good. I better look for my receipe....

WOW, I thought I was the only one with foot problems......Will make an appt with Podiatrist when I get back from business trip!!:bigsmile:

Noki, You might start with instead of saying "i'll start on Monday" to I'm starting right now. One big motivator for me is to besure I log everything for the day, even if over, high on sodium, etc and by making it available to your friends you find motivation and constructive comments. For food ideas, one of the things…

Hello, I've yo-yo for the past 6 weeks. I need to break through the barrier, just not sure how. With sitting at computer for 9 hrs a day I'm so mentally exhausted I just want to relax when I get home. I am trying to take a walk on am break - 1/2 mile around business complex and do my DH stationary bike 15-30 mins at night.…

I found that for cod if you buy a box of fillets it is $2.99 a lb and then freeze it, when we want fish I get 2 pieces out. That is enough for 2 hungry growing men and I take a little off of both for me. The boxes are approx 15 lbs. I do alot of shopping at Costco and check the markdown meat section first every time I go…

I can't believe this is the middle of February and this is the 1st post for Feb. I have not forgotten anyone but to busy to take care of myself. Have been super busy with the legal item that is happening, plus DH surgery in Jan. should be cleared to drive & etc this week. I HAVE to find a place for our son. His social…

A little time in the evening is barely enough time to read all the post let along doing any. I did not have a good week again but I am determined that this week will be better. I need to stop making excuses and buckle down. Everyone have a terrific week. Susan

I heard the yoplait smoothies are great. Wish I still had a blender or juicer. As for the tax fairy I hope it will get the 100,000 mi tune up or tires for the car. I just need to find the time to work on the spread sheets, if only I had done them monthly:cry:

Don't be so hard on yourself!! You could gain if going from a couch potato to alot of workouts. Are you drinking your water to keep hydrated? Try to stay away from Burger King and Mikkey D's just the sodium alone will cause you to gain. Just be sure to get a balanced meals. Could also be that TOM. Change of medications??…

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It has been a long while since I have posted but I have been reading the post almost daily. I can relate to so many of you and can feel for you, so happy for you. I know I should just take the time and reply to everyone on here but I just don't have enough time in the evenings now that I have to stay of the computer at…

Drying my son's phone now. Been in zip lock with uncooked rice, almost dry should be ok sometime tomorrow. His is a new phone also and he put it on the floor of the shed out side and it flooded.

We eat alot of pork and chicken. I still prefer hamburger instead of turkey burgers, I just make sure it's 95-97%. This past month I have cut down on red meat and no complaints from family, now when we have it they think it's a real treat.

Sweetie, you need to stay @ 1200. Think that is the reason for being so tired. Are you getting 7-8 hrs sleep?

Barbie you make me tired just reading your January goals. I ENVY everyone who has snow! We had a chance the last couple of days. It came, it went but it sure was pretty! My goals for this month is * increase my water * get my husband on well * use the stationary bike or treadmill 5 days a week. Also need to get a few other…

I have trouble finding this thread.. After the first 20 pages who do you go directly here? What I did tonight was went to bottom of page 20 and click on "continue from" found nine pages of blogs to read. After the first week this year, I seem to be doing something right. Glad to read so many losses for January. Keep up the…

Anyway, I am down with a rotten migraine, yet again. So, since we have so many new members, I wonder if I could throw this out to you all; if anyone has any suggestions for migraines? Now, take into consideration that I have suffered with them since my teens (decades - ewww how awful to say that). I have been to a…

Hello everyone, It's been a while since I've reply, ashamed of myself. With the Holidays and the fighting amongst family members I just wanted to hide in a corner. Now that the New Year is hear, I'm praying it will be a much better year. I gained 3 lbs the week between Christmas and New Year and another lb this past week I…

Happy New Year everyone, Sorry it has been so long since I've posted. I will go back and reread them. It is only the 3rd and I haven't had time to read all the posting. I'm trying to get back into swing from the Holiday's. I did good the week of Christmas but the week of New Years was a disaster!! Gain 3 lbs. So far this…

For the past 15-20 years, we stay home, watch the ball drop with fondue for dinner and homemade bean dip for late night snack. Very Boring -- We do not drink when people will be drinking or on holidays.

Hi Everyone - Just want to let you know I have changed my user name..... Will write more tonight, I need to get back to work. Susan (kennsu)

Good Morning, I am really enjoying this thread!. I just wish I had more time to really communicate with everyone but I am quite limited on the amount of time I can give. I am in a group, yes it is small and just started in November but the activity among members is slow. I really enjoy reading about everyone and can relate…

Hi, I was born and raised in Portland (David Douglas area) and have lived in Wilsonville the past 18 years. Met my husband our freshman year of high school (fought for 4 years) then followed him around the world for 20 years while he was in the military. Oregon the only place to live! I enjoying reading where everyone is…

Beth, On the bland diet I can have an egg and 2 Tblsp of peanut butter a day then mostly dairy products and juices. No fresh fruit and vegetables thou I can have can fruit with out skin and soup/broth. I need to eat 6 times a day and nothing after 7:30-8 pm. My gastropersis is getting worse and I can not digest the food I…

Hello everyone:win:embarassed: Guess I not very observant as I just found this link. I have read most of the post and am amazed of the the tips I have received and how I can relate to so many. I admire each and every one of you for your determination and dedication at this time of year. Everything is so hectic and there is…

I tried Paxil and had the same problems and more, but I did not lose the weight. I am now on Alzophram (sp) XL and I feel much better. There are other anti anxiety medication out there, check with your Doctor. My mother was put on Paxil almost a year ago and she has gained 30 of the 80 lbs she lost when she had cancer.…