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There is a difference between "loving me the way I am" and being unhealthy. To me, loving me the way I am means accepting my body type and not agonizing that I don't look like Twiggy or some other rediculous model type. I'm short, I'm stocky (thanks for the big bones, dad!), I have broad hips and shoulders and large boobs.…

sure, just wisk the egg like you would scrambled eggs (with a bit of water), microwave for about 1 min on 50% power, then stir and 30 more seconds on 50% (depending on the microwave)...make sure you cover it with a paper towel. You can not wisk it if you want more of a "soft egg" but make sure you poke the yolk a couple of…

I didn't cut anything completely out. I did decide to drink less soda because it made me feel terrible. I do have one occasionally but not too often. Other than that, I eat what I want and portion it out. (for example, I LOVE potato chips, especially salt and vinegar, so when i buy a bag, i measure out the entire bag into…

Once slice of awesome garlic toast (I eat this for a nighttime snack often!) 1 slice 45 cal bread 1/2 T butter Garlic powder (however much you like) 1 T parmesan cheese Spread the butter on the bread, sprinkle with garlic powder, then parm cheese. Broil til the cheese melts. YUMMY! Each serving is just over 100 calories. I…

Misfits band together! We rock!

I have problems with my arches so I got some Brooks specifically for that purpose. They fit like a glove and are very light. They have a double elastic band in the arch that keeps it supported which is what I need. And they were only like $90.

Started at an ok fitting size 18. Back into a 16 snugly after 10 lbs down. 13 lbs down and my 16's are getting looser and looser. SW 232, CW 219, GW 155. I only started keeping track of measurements two weeks ago but i've already lost an inch in my hips and two in the waist :) Edit: I'm 5'4, 30 years old, started MFP 8…

I make myself a protein smoothie every morning with tofu and greek yogurt (fruit and stuff too haha). Almost 20 g protein for 300 ish cals (depending on what fruit you use).

Mony Mony by Billly Idol! That song always makes me smile. (Even more so since I got to see him in concert last summer...He still looks GOOD! :love: )

Pretty simple when I was growing up...I either ate what my mom gave me, or I didn't eat. Believe me, learned real quick how terrible being hungry is. I'm raising my daughter the same way. I took the time out of my day to cook a meal, so she needs to appreciate it and at least try it. She knows that if she doesn't eat her…

Mom's side is Pennsylvania Dutch, Dad's side were Germans from Russia (a specific set of immigrants who went from Germany to Russia, then to America). My ansestor was born in Worms, Russia in 1848 and his son was born here in the US in 1874 so they immigrated sometime between those timeframes. I'm not sure when they came…

Pills won't fix a gall bladder...so no worries on that! They may try to give you what they called a litocaine cocktail which would get rid of the pain. Word of warning though, it is the nastiest liquid I've ever had! I don't think it was the protein in the eggs but rather the sulfer that set it off.

For me, the gall bladder issues were ususally made worse by eggs. I layed off them and it got a little better but honestly, what I found out prior to having it out was that my gall bladder just didn't function properly (like 15% of normal) so it didn't matter what I ate per se, because eventually it would have to come out…

As counter-intuitive as it may seem, I find the best wake up when I didn't sleep well is to go to the gym. It gives me a good start, even when I'm tired. I have also learned I cannot have any caffiene after noon or I won't sleep.

I used to have similar symptoms before I was diagnosed with reflux. Also had some of the same problems just prior to needing my gall bladder taken out. I'd see a doctor.

Good on ya' for starting the journey! Good luck!

A lot of places will let you order off the kids menu if you ask. I did yesterday at a BBQ place. I did check the cals before I went though, and had a second option in mind, just in case they didn't let me.

When I feel less than motivated, I always say to myself, "A year from now, I will wish I had started yesterday" or "I'm not at the finish liine yet, but I'm closer than I was yesterday". Sounds cliche but I find it helps.

I drink Earl Grey a lot. I also like different mint blends. Lemon is good too :)

I stand up while watching TV sometimes. That helps. I often do my nails while watching TV as well. It used to drive my hubby crazy but he's used to it now. I am to the point where I almost CAN'T watch TV without having my manicure kit out filing my nails :) I also agree with the crochet/knitting idea. I would do that but I…

I took some ballroom and ballet dance classes in college. LOVED them. Unfortunately, there aren't any studios around here that offer adult dance classes :(

Also keep in mind that you might be the "skinny" one but that doesn't always have to do with weight. I have a good friend who is larger (size 24) so being at a size 16 myself, I'm the "skinny" one. But come to find out that I actually weigh MORE than she does. We are the same height but I'm built stockier than she is.…

Special K Chocolatey Delight Cereal---so good and satisfies my carb/chocolate craving in 160 calories (with milk) :) I love spaghetti with homemade sauce, especially with spaghetti squash instead of pasta. You can eat a TON of that with little guilt :)

Without seeing your diary, I'm not sure what you are doing "wrong". It could be nothing honestly. Sometimes it takes time for the scale to match the progress your body is making. Do you feel better than you did before you started? If so, I'd say just keep it up and the scale will follow. Also something to keep in mind, the…

I felt the same way when I started too (muscles very tight, joints hurting, etc). I started in the pool and that was a tremendous help. The water creates resistance which is very good, but it is so much easier on the knees! I would suggest that if you are going to do water aerobics or walking in the pool, that you get some…

I always super deep clean my house when i'm mad. It seems weird but it makes me feel better (I'm not a neat freak normally so my daughter can always tell when i'm mad haha). if you don't want to go to the gym, maybe seek out alternative activities. We have a pottery painting place here where you buy a plate or something,…

Unfortunately, you can't "convince" him until he's ready to hear it. The only thing you can do is set a good example for him and provide him with healthy meals (if you do the cooking). Maybe once he sees you getting healthier, he will want to as well. Also, you trying to convince him to join a gym may make him feel like…

I've never had it but if I did, I'd have it with Special K Chocolatey Delight Cereal. It is awesome and 120 cals :)

I go wherever, I just look up the calories online before I go. Most places have that info available. Then I pick what I want so I know how many calories I need to plan for.

Have half. That's ususally what I do when people bring in treats. At least then you can go to the gym later and work it off :)