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I might just join a community center near my home. They are usually choc full of exercise classes, swimming pool, and exercise equipment. There are usually many posting of fun things happening about town. I know I must get rid of this cold; it is sapping my energy.

OMG! I feel like I should hang this and the OPs comments on my master bathroom mirror bc usually, for me, out of sight - out of mind. You have sage advice and you have touched on each thing I am struggling with. I guess, I have to get out of the I don't feel like mode and just do mode. Thank you.

Thank you @UncleMac - Yoga is at the top of my list. Thank you @Robertw486 - even though I have lost a lot of weight, I still feel huge when trying on clothes in a department store, e.g. I tried on a dressy winter coat to go over my suits - I felt like and looked like a stuffed sausage. I will have to wait until next year.…

That's an excellent idea for all of us with older clothing. I have a few dress shirts that have collars that are very wide. Do you think my tailor can modify them - to make them more narrow? or is it a waste of money?

NSV - I need to punch a hole in my old favorite belt. Gosh I remember my waist being so large that the belt no longer fit. Any ideas on how to poke a hole in this belt? What tool do I need? Right now, I am wearing jeans that don't fit - so I really need a belt.

Hi Everyone, Thank you for your comments. I started reading them last night and fell asleep, but I did see some good ideas I want to respond to. For now, I am heading outside. Be well! Thanks again. I will check back in tonight

I purchased a flank steak pinwheel for Christmas dinner. I usually don't buy anything pre seasoned or stuffed, but I did think of you. Flank steak is an inexpensive cut of meat, which explains why they made the pinwheel with cream cheese, spinach and tomato. I would suggest making it with your favorite cheese and herbs. I…

Merry Christmas everyone! May you all have a Happy, Healthy & Prosperous New Year!

Thanks, Robert. I'll put that pic up - but - for today -NSV - I dry cleaned a bunch of clothes about a month ago. I put the stuff that fit on the left and even dry cleaned the clothing that didn't fit in a separate batch and put that on the right side of my closet. While getting ready today, I put on a pair of dress slacks…

Kellygirl will you please add me as a friend. I'm on the road and the updated MFP would like me to log in - in order to send you a message. I'm guilty of not remembering all user names and passwords. I have lost 62.5 pounds and have another 30 to go. I think I can do it while improving my quality of life. I am right there…

The GS1200 is a nice bike. The motorcycle police in California are equipped with BMWs.

I lived in Spain for a year, attended the Universidad de Valladolid. Get yourself a good guide book. There is so much history, theatre, symphonies, and food & wine. Here's a tid bit: when the European Union coin was first minted, Portugal and Spain were not separated. Rightfully, Portugal wanted the border drawn on the…

I took my vitamins for today! Anemia runs in my family, so I really need Iron. If I take nothing else, I need Biotin. My hair is falling out. Before anyone beats me up for not having a good diet, I already know that and am doing my best. Any words of encouragement are welcome. If I anger you, please know I anger myself for…

I use a pizza cutter to cut the quesadilla into wedges - like a small pizza. Enjoy! Btw, it is easy to share with you bc you are always so kind. Thank you for being you.

Consider visiting the maintenance board. You may find people a step or two ahead of you. If they have an open diary you could learn from them. I have lost 62 pounds and have about another 30 to go. In the past 8 months, I have learned my challenges are unique to myself and eating healthy takes practice. Navigating social…

And you can make baby food with it.

As of today I am 1.37kg/m squared away from a healthy BMI or approximately 10 pounds away from my healthy weight range. This took 33 weeks or approximately 8 months. I was invited to a not so healthy lunch today and I passed on it. I don't want to lose any ground. I'm just not going back.

I bought a Vitamix s55 for Christmas. Don't get a food processor if you don't already have one get a Vitamix. I hear the reconditioned ones are still really good and much cheaper. If you have a few extra bucks get the Vitamix 780. You can make hot soup, cold sorbet and ice cream, sauces, mousse, grind cheese, make salsa,…

GREAT. Both of you brought a little levity to my day!

WELL DONE

I just keep doing what I'm doing and eventually my body catches up with the program. But please don't be discouraged. A plateau is a good thing! Your body is adjusting to your new weight and activity level. You need less calories to maintain your weight than you did 40 pounds ago. I have lost 58.5 pounds since the end of…

I can finally fit into my black designer dress and it is still in style! I had a little difficulty with the zipper in the back, but that has more to do with my needing greater flexibility.

What a sense of humor! Good for you #38. Don't worry about the 70 year olds, they have more practice. You can decide where you would like to be when you are 70.

Congrats!

The sales have been so good. I don't think I will ever shop for anything unless it is Christmas. It was very easy for me to ignore the $1200 cappuccino maker at Costco. Lol

@RodaRose thank you. That idea is perfect. @kes840 when I gained weight, I donated my sizes 10 & 12 bc I didn't want them to go out of style and be of no use to anyone. I also thought I would never see those sizes again. I held on to a couple of my favorite jeans, but it has been 8 years and I can't even imagine that I…

@UncleMac do you have a food processor? Food processors can cut all those veggies down to size. Also, I was on the web site for Vitamix and Cuisinart and there are some amazing recipes. YouTube has good videos too. I know you have been trying to figure out how to get the boys more involved and I thought of a quesadilla…

I got that remark from my sister. I often wonder why my accomplishments strike fear in others.

Oh just saw that you bought a new one. Glad you got a deal and a double to go caraf

I have been using a Hamilton Beach personal blender. The only caraf is a mix and go type. It is on sale at Walmart for $8