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@808malia, that is awesome!!! Your post has me excited to 'shop' in my own closet!

PACZKI's - why did I have to answer the call and eat one!!!???

ALL I WANT TO DO IS WEAR MY WEDDING RINGS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I got married weighing in at 245 and I could wear them, so why cant I now?!?!?!?! I weigh the same! It's been over 2 years since I could wear them, the OB said due to my swelling while pregnant, my fingers and feet may never be…

My Friday Weigh In: My Numbers: SW: 266 (highest was 310 pregnant) CW: 245 GW: 235 LTGW: 145 NSG: to be able to wear my wedding rings Weigh ins: 3/07/14= 3/14/14= 3/21/14= 3/28/14=

My Friday Weigh In: My Numbers: SW: 266 (highest was 310 pregnant) CW: 254.8 GW: 245 LTGW: 145 Weigh ins: 2/07/14= 250 (-4.8) 2/14/14= 245.8 (-4.2) 2/21/14= 246 ( +.2) 2/28/14= 245 (-1) Ok, I hit goal, that is exciting! I really need to look at what the difference was between the 1st two weeks and the second - well, I…

I was super excited yesterday at the gym. I was doing bench presses and laying back on bench. When I was done I sat up without grabbing anything. I used my stomach muscles!!!!!!! I havent been able to do this for years. Also, I had to buy a new belt. The new one is 6 inches smaller than the old! I'm feeling so much better.

Dan - The photo hike sounds fabulous! I love doing that kind of stuff - 6 miles - you can do it :) Pixy - I've been looking at flowers wondering what to plant this year, too. Sunshine and biking with the kids seems like a dream right now. Feel better! Paula/Chuck - I like the idea of the group - Pick Your Poison. I may…

I have been eating well, sticking to the plan 90% of the time. I'm ok with not being 100%. Like today, it's my nephew's birthday party and I love cake. I will eat a small piece and enjoy it.

My Friday Weigh In: My Numbers: SW: 266 (highest was 310 pregnant) CW: 254.8 GW: 245 LTGW: 145 Weigh ins: 2/07/14= 250 (-4.8) 2/14/14= 245.8 (-4.2) 2/21/14= 246 ( +.2) :noway: 2/28/14= Well, this was a rough week. My medicine for swelling was cut in half - which is blood pressure medicine. I've started swelling again,…

So, the program is going better for me, I'm back on track. I met with the doctor and nutritionist yesterday. They are happy with my progress so far, 10 lbs in 2 weeks. My blood pressure medicine has been dropped in half! Woo Hoo! The doctor is a very good looking young man who wears Prada shoes - it took all I had not to…

Paula - thank you, that means so much to me! I know when I check in daily I do much better. So, that is what I will do. Today, I'm doing a lot better! I was out selling at a mom2mom sale and I took my shake packets with me and a couple bottles of water. My water went warm and my first shake tasted not so good - I like them…

Love this idea :flowerforyou: What to call me: Crystal Birthday: November 28th, I'm 33 Where I'm from: Middle of Michigan - We are enjoying single digit temps and more snow than we've seen in a few years Weight loss goals: One day I'd like to be around 150 My maxim: It's not going to be easy, it's going to be worth it and…

Hi All - I hope you had a nice Valentines Day! I fell off the wagon and getting back on is harder than I thought. So here's to today, following plan!

My Friday Weigh In: My Numbers: SW: 266 (highest was 310 pregnant) CW: 254.8 GW: 245 LTGW: 145 Weigh ins: 2/07/14= 250 (-4.8) 2/14/14= 245.8 (-4.2) 2/21/14= 2/28/14= Well, 12 days into the program and I'm losing weight, still doesn't feel real. The program is going well, I'm not hungry and I have 'cheated' a couple times…

LeAnna, your NSV is great! I'm sitting here starting my day at work and giggling. The people in my cubicle world probably think I'm nuts. I just think that is an awesome, yet embarrassing, compliment!

Paula - I agree, I like Holly's quote too! it's now hanging in my office

My Friday Weigh In: My Numbers: SW: 266 (highest was 310 pregnant) CW: 254.8 GW: 245 LTGW: 145 Weigh ins: 2/07/14= 250 (-4.8) 2/14/14= 2/21/14= 2/28/14= this is my 5th day on the Weight Management program thru UofM, still anxious as this is the hardest thing I've done for myself. I'm not sure if I can believe that I'm…

Well, I'm on Day 4 of the new program and getting thru it. It's been quite the experience so far sometimes I'm full after a shake and dont want anything for hours, then there are times I do want food. Like at night, when I used to graze on whatever was in cupboards and fridge. During this time my mind thinks I"m hungry,…

Sanford :flowerforyou:

My mom made it to town Thursday night. By Friday night she had the flu. She is on the mend, but couldn't make it to the concert. My grandma and I went and had a blast. I found out it was my grandma's very first concert. I'm so happy I could experience that with her! My first appointment at the UofM went well. I was…

My Friday Weigh In: My Numbers: SW: 266 (highest was 310 pregnant) CW: 255.2 GW: 245 LTGW: 145 Weigh ins: 2/7/14= 2/14/14= 2/21/14= 2/28/14= I start my diet with plan with the University of Michigan's weight loss program Feb 2nd. I'm a little nervous and excited!

I'm seeing some good numbers! WAY TO GO everyone!!!!! My Friday Weigh In: My Numbers: SW: 266 CW: 254.8 GW: 252 LTGW: 145 Weigh ins: 1/3/14= 260 1/10/14= 258.4 (-1.6) 1/17/14= 255 (-3.6) 1/24/14= 255.2 (+0.2) 1/31/14= 254.8 (-0.4) Total of 5.2 down for the month!!!! Super excited!!!!!

Oh no Pixy! I hope your little one is feeling better. The snow is blowing all over here in Michigan, plows cant keep the back roads clear because of the farm fields. Schools keep closing. My mom is supposed to be coming from Ontario this weekend, she is snowed in, and the roads are closed between her house and the 401.…

Once again, thank you everyone for your input. This has been a hard decision. What I have decided to do is the Weight Managment program thru the Univerisy of Michigan's Endocrine Center. They had laid out all the options from low cal diet to surgery. I met with two doctors there and a nutritionist. This program is 100…

My Friday Weigh In: My Numbers: SW: 266 CW: 255.2 GW: 252 LTGW: 145 Weigh ins: 1/3/14= 260 1/10/14= 258.4 (-1.6) 1/17/14= 255 (-3.6) 1/24/14= 255.2 (+0.2) 1/31/14= From last week: Oh boy, that was a big loss for me! normally when I have a big loss, I gain the next week. Mini Goal - don't focus on the # focus on the eating…

Sounds like everyone is dong well! Holly, sleep does amazing things :yawn: Pixy, talking with the boss is hard, but it's a great feeling knowing you stood up for what you believe in. I hope he gives you what you deserve! Etherlily, a 5K is amazing! Great Job! My work has been hectic. It seems like things keep breaking down…

Thank you everyone for talking to me about this. It's not an easy topic to discuss as views are wide spread. I appreciate the honesty. I am in the beginning phase of looking into this. I met with my counselor today and we discussed the long term changes this would bring and about a more restrictive diet to see how well I…

Welcome to the group. This is one of the best support groups! :)

Thanks Everyone! Holly - you sound very busy, hopefully it settles and your mom and stepdaughter do well with these surgeries. Your stepdaughter is probably older than my baby girl, but my daughter had to have tubes put in her ears at 12 months. When she came out of surgery it was like she was a lovable drunk. Funniest…

My Friday Weigh In: My Numbers: SW: 266 CW: 255 GW: 252 LTGW: 145 Weigh ins: 1/3/14= 260 1/10/14= 258.4 (-1.6) 1/17/14= 255 (-3.6) 1/24/14= 1/31/14= Oh boy, that was a big loss for me! normally when I have a big loss, I gain the next week. Mini Goal - don't focus on the # focus on the eating healthier and working out 4+…