GeekMomma42

With kids and work, after 9pm is my time to workout most nights, and I love it.

Thanks for the links! :smile:

Welcome to MFP! I totally understand your post. I am an emotional eater, plus I'm a mindless eater. I eat even though I'm not hungry and make poor choices. I've been on (and off) MFP for over a year. When I was using it, this site changed my life. I'm back in the saddle again for the long term. I hope you have an amazing…

Congratulations on the 51lbs! You are full of awesome! Welcome to MFP. It's a great site. Feel free to add me if you want another supporter in your corner.

You can do this! I balanced grad school, kids, and teaching chemistry, all while commuting over an hour to school. It takes some organization, but it can be done. Tajmel's advice is great! To it, I would add: 1) Use things like iTune U to get recordings of lectures on the topics in class. Sometimes it's good to hear the…

Great job! Keep up the good work!!

You go girl! You can do it!!!!! Stay strong, keep logging no matter what, drink lots of water, and know that you're not alone. Good journey.

Diet pumpkin mojitos!

Thanks MyFitnessPal.com! You are the BEST!! I sing your praises to everyone who asks. I've shown the apps to friends, doctors, and family. So far, I've lost 72lbs and feel awesome. I've met great friends and found fabulous support. I am so thankful for the app and the website. It keeps me motivated and helps me with my…

Way to go! I love shopping rewards. There is nothing like new outfits in a smaller size. I hope it just keep getting better and better and those clothes get looser and looser.

Welcome! Glad you are here. I totally understand the need to "feel good about ME" ... that's how I ended up here too. Being a mom makes the ME hard to focus on sometimes. Good luck on your journey! If you want another mom in your corner, feel free to add me.

YAY! Glad your are here!! I have been on the site since March, and it has changed my life. There are so many great people who don't judge and have supported me through this life change. Add me if you want another mom in your corner cheering you on.

I'm voting for the smaller portion too. Or maybe try a light version - light ice cream or yogurt. Look up a fun light recipe and try it with your friend? Part of friendship is supporting one another. If she sees you are committed and serious, I hope she will understand. Avoiding friends and situations when you are going to…

Way to go!!! I think the key is to find what works best for you and your needs. With life the way it is (kids, job, school, husband, house ...), I can't make it to a regular meeting but I have time to start an app or log into a website. Good luck getting over your plateau and moving forward on your weight loss journey!…

Walk walk walk. Everyday. Go to the library and check some DVDs out.

I use the library too. Ours has a good selection. Try Freecycle.org for a group in your area and post a wanted for exercise equipment/a bike/DVDs/VHS. Since a requirement of freecycle is that everything given away is free, it is a great way to score some free equipment and DVDs.

Hey Miadie - I hear ya. This whole thing is daunting. When I started, I felt overwhelmed, but you can do this! You are tougher and stronger than you think. You're a mom, so you definitely are tough! This journey is hard, but will be totally worth it! I'm a mom of 2 (girls 4 & 7). My pregnancies were hard, and I developed…

Welcome. You sound like you are totally up to this challenge and we're all here to help along the way. This site and the app are wonderful, easy to use, and very helpful. The people here are supportive, nonjudgmental, and inspiring. good luck on your journey! You can do this!! Add me if you are looking for another member…

This website is great and the app is so handy. There are so many wonderful people here who will help and lots of great advice. Everyone I've met has been so supportive and nonjudgmental - what everyone needs in this journey. I hope you have great success. Good luck on your journey - You can do it!!

Way to go!!

We do a lot of foil packets fire side when we are camping. Our favorite desert ... take a banana (skin on), make a slit, stuff in 1/4 C of mini chocolate chips or a mini chocolate bar, wrap it in aluminum foil and put in the fire ring .... so tasty. I usually bring graham crackers for kid's to make smores but they also go…

What an inspiration! You look fabulous. Thanks for the advice. Wise words.

Woot woot! I love all this geekery! You all make me feel right at home here. So hard to find people who understand the random quotes and sci-fi references, know that Walking Dead was a comic BEFORE it was a TV series, or generally don't care about letting their inner geek show. I think I need you all as friends on here!…

I'm with ya. In my 30's, raising young children ... I'm a mom of 2 finishing up grad school and trying to lose 40+ more pounds. I'm looking for some more friends for support and motivation. I just send a request.

Yard sales/ tag sales, thrift shop, coupons online, and freecycle (free is good) is the way I'm doing it. I decided to buy something that fits nice for special occasions in my current size; however, I figure that this is all transitional so I need a transitioning wardrobe. Tanks, skirts (relatively easy to take in) and…

I joined in March and love MFP! There are great tools, good recipes, and wonderful people who are all in the same boat. Good luck on your journey. Feel free to add me if you need another voice to cheer you on!

I'm a binge eater too. Stress makes me want to eat ... everything and anything ... so I know how significant this NSV is! I fight all the time. Keep up the good fight! You can do this!!!! Way to go.

Way to go!!

I lost a few friends too, so I just sent a request! I love the Wii for exercise. I haven't tried Loser yet ... I use EA Sports Active. Super fun! I'd love to have another member of my support team.

Welcome back! Hope you have success this time around! Good luck on your journey. If you are looking for support, feel free to add me.