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@AlexandraFindsHerself1971 @goal06082021 Okay, this is a total side bar, but I am also in love with blood oranges. When I was 18, I was an exchange student in Belgium and participated in the Carnival of Binche. It's a whole celebration but the most fascinating to me was the parade where these "gilles", which are dressed up…

We might be kindred spirits! LOL That is my new mantra, I am stronger than a g--d--- burrito! Thanks for that!

I debated on whether or not to share my struggles. For one, everyone seems to be doing so well so it is a little embarrassing to be struggling. And for two, I LIKE to post so it seems to help me if I tell myself 'no posting til you're fully on track!'. But in the end I decided I would share in case there are people reading…

@goal06082021 Thank you for your post! Yes, thankfully the telephone and the internet work quite well so we can video chat. Juggling bills and commitments are another story! ay yai yai But food, I can control food! haha

Happy February ladies! I made a deal with myself that I wasn't allowed to post or update my status until I had been back for a full week. Whoa was January tough! My husband went home to the Dominican Republic for his mother's funeral and is now stuck there for the forseeable future. Flights have been canceled until at…

@KeriA Can I just say how much I appreciate your posts. You always go the extra mile to reach out to each and every one of us and give us a personal pick-me-up. That takes time and compassion and shows us all just how kind you truly are. Thank you.

Wahooo!!! Congratulations on this big whooosh!!!!

I've been really struggling to get back into a routine after the holidays. Stressed to the max with my Mom's dementia and all that surrounds that as her caregiver. Now my husband is gone home to the DR in the midst of this pandemic -- his Mom died last April and he hadn't been able to go until now, so we have no idea when…

Okay, as I look out my office window at the snow piled up, with the sounds of the freezing rain hitting the roof as background noise, I am officially jealous!! I came back to this game on Monday and am ramping up to do my first in public run on the weekend. I have NO idea why I have such stress and anxiety about it. But I…

Oh it is exciting to see the posts roll in on this thread! Welcome to all the new folks! I hope you find this community as encouraging and supportive as I have. I still feel very new myself (June 2020 start) and have learned soooo much from all of these ladies. What I think I love the most is that the support is there when…

I'm actually really happy to find this conversation today. I started running with the couch25k app back in June. Moved on to the 10K app after that. And have been running ever since. BUT, I have some very weird anxiety about running where people can see me! We are lucky enough to have a very big backyard with a built in…

Happy New Year everyone! Thanks again @RavenStCloud for this amazing group of supportive women! My Stats: 45 years old and 5' 4" Highest Weight 250 lbs. Starting Weight 242 lbs (June 1, 2020) Last recorded weight: 182 lbs (December 22, 2020) Current weight: unknown I say unknown because I am not yet brave enough to see the…

Happy Birthday @AlexandraFindsHerself1971 !! Hope you have a wonderful day today as your celebrations continue!

That your winter boots may start slouching and you have to pull them up multiple times a day!!

I agree @IsETHome Been pretty quiet lately! But I'm sure post-Christmas there will be tons of people around!!

Happy Tuesday folks...this, once again, is weigh in day for me, a COLD and windy Tuesday! I'm 45 and 5' 4" Highest Weight 250 lbs Starting Weight June 1, 2020: 242 lbs Starting Weight December 1, 2020: 186 lbs (down 56) Current Weight: December 15, 2020: 184 lbs (down 58). Goal weight: 145 lbs Goal for December: I'm…

@FABRICWOMAN I am amazed by your 60 pound weight loss! Your doctor is going to be floored...cause we all know they expect us to fail in our weight loss attempts and you're going to be able to stand there, proudly and show him how far you've come. It is inspiring! @IsETHome Performance reviews in December? UGH! We do ours…

@ness8484 Welcome aboard! I hope you find this group and wonderful as I have!! @MaxCat1000 2.2 pounds a week for months? That is amazing!! That whole idea of boring old consistency was one that took a while to click in my brain...but it is what makes the scale go down!! @KMC55 Weekends are my downfall too! We got this...I…

Oh lord do I feel this right down to my toes! In the past when I have lost weight, I let the flattery get to me...as soon as people noticed, I started rewarding myself with food and I was soon bigger and better than ever. THIS time, I have really tried to shut out the outside voices and do this all for me. And the whole…

Happy Tuesday folks...this is weigh in day for me, on this dreary, wet Tuesday! I'm 45 and 5' 4" Highest Weight 250 lbs Starting Weight June 1, 2020: 242 lbs Starting Weight December 1, 2020: 186 lbs (down 56) Current Weight: December 8, 2020: 185 lbs (down 57). I should not be disappointed. But I am lol. I did everything…

When I first started, I read on here where someone would put their work out clothes on the minute they woke up...so then they may as well get on with it and work out. And that stayed with me. If I've planned a morning workout, I'm putting work out clothes on as soon as I wake up. If I've planned an evening workout, I'm…

@azalea4175 That just might be the highest compliment I've ever been paid. Thank you!! And YES, here's to a great December for all of us, indeed!!

Congratulations, you look amazing! So inspiring!

Hellloooooo December! It's the most wonderful time of my year!! I'm 45 and 5' 4" Highest Weight 250 lbs Starting Weight June 1, 2020: 242 lbs Starting Weight December 1, 2020: 186 lbs (down 56) Goal weight: 145 lbs Goal for December: I'm working with an accountability buddy and we are checking in the week before Christmas.…

I hope all the Americans had a wonderful Thanksgiving celebration yesterday! And I hope no one is beating themselves up for a little indulgence yesterday! Not my holiday so I likely shouldn't comment..but I know what it is like to beat myself up for one day's celebrations! In 2020, we have to take the celebrations where we…

@changeforeverlj On a day when the scale has gone in the wrong direction and I'm feeling gloomy, you have just given me the best damn NSV anyone on this journey could give. You are running because of you and your strength and your determination and, I hope, your joy! If I have played some small role in the inspiration for…

@fdgrazie I love your positivity! And how you are really great at counting your successes! I could learn a lot from you!! @mamabearangie 9 pounds???!! 9 pounds???!!! That is AMAZING!! If Intermittent fasting works for you, then by all means. Sometimes it really helps people stay within their calorie goals even if it is…

@MuttiNM Thinking about you and your Mom today. There really isn't anything more stressful. I know we are all just strangers here...but I hope you feel surrounded by our prayers and good wishes all the same. @chupacabragumbo That goes for you too...losing a loved one in this covid pandemic is hard. Our rituals can't be…

We have a very supportive community of women in our monthly groups...we share our stories and our struggles and our successes. All women that are currently or have been 200+ of all ages. You may find it helpful! You just have to post to join! It has been a lifesaver for me.…

I actually set the alarm on my phone several times a day so it reminds me to hydrate! And, since I also don't like plain ole water (unless it's a very hot day), I throw some fruit/veg in the bottom of the water jug in the fridge; sometimes cucumbers; sometimes berries. Adds a mild flavour that makes it easier!