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My coach always tells me that nothing is perfect and we are not expected to be perfect. The main thing is to get back to it! Don't look back, but look ahead. She has to remind me of that a lot when I beat myself up! Hope everyone has plans for the weekend! It is really, really lovely here today. A hint of autumn?? Going to…

DJ, thanks for the wonderful words! You are such a sweet pal! How is everyone doing today? Those grilled veggies sound yummy. I like to roast them also. Easy, tasty, healthy! I also think it looks so pretty to serve. I also love zucchini chips, but I can't seem to get them crispy enough. They come out really sweet, though.…

The weekends go so quickly! I feel so good about sticking with my plan, not straying....even at a party. No cake, no goodies, and I managed to not be cranky about it!! Our beach day was good, then we had a lobster dinner. Just love doing that. It is also great for my diet! Eleanor, I agree about your daughter. It is always…

You ladies are all great! I love all the comments and feedback. Don't get me wrong about holidays and birthdays. They are HUGE in my family. We have a tiny family so we try to celebrate all these things. But we are not extravagant. We love that our kids (who are grown men) still enjoy being with us on these special days. I…

Back to work day for me. Finally. Classes begin at the college today, and this evening I will meet my first class of 35 first year students. They are still adjusting to dorm life, so they aren't so interested in academics just yet. Overwhelming for them! I am happy to be back on my diet and not feeling so full and bloated.…

Hey Everyone! My family has left and I have a moment of peace and quiet. It was a great week with them, but non-stop cooking, washing, eating, entertaining, setting up, etc. etc. I am thoroughly exhausted. My diet went completely to hell and I feel crummy. I have re-started (once again) today and now will be into my…

I have no idea what a jawbone fit thing is. Sounds like something from Silence of the Lambs. I have to research this so I know what you are all talking about!! I have good news....I have major incentive to lose weight now. I am soon to be mother of the groom! My son is ready to pop the question! I'm excited. BUT, I don't…

So hard to stay on diets while on vacation. I usually can do it. If I eat out, most restaurants will cook things the way you ask them to. This dieting thing is a daily challenge. There is always some reason for me to stray. I need to focus much more! I've been very lax and not thinking before I indulge. I am going to get…

Ah, ok. I've heard of the shred but had no clue. I couldn't do that because of all the carbs. The only way I have ever lost weight, and kept it off, was low carbs. It is also a must for not getting diabetes type 2 for me. I miss fruits!! Some day I will get to go back to eating some of those things. I also need to exercise…

I don't know what the 7 day shred is. I was never good with any kind of gimmick or fad diet thing. It works for so many people, though! Like they say, a little exercise is better than none. Maybe you can just do a bit? Then you might be motivated to keep on going. Just a thought!

I think we can all relate to falling off the wagon. Don't beat yourself up. I guess the important thing is to get back to whatever program you were doing before. While I was away I saw people downing 5 mudslides at a time and stuffing their faces with all sorts of food. They were also parading around in bikinis. How the…

Dyanna, applause, applause!!! Nice work!:flowerforyou:

So sorry for all your troubles, Darlene. So much to deal with at one time. We are here for you!! The ups and downs of life....wishing for more "ups" for everyone! Time for me to get going. I'm very lazy today. I better shape up quickly before I return to work! Hugs to all my pals!

I splurged for 6 days and now I'm in detox. It actually feels better already. I was bloated and full and felt like crap. I don't know why I do that to myself. The last couple of days have been catch up. I'm gearing up for work and getting ready for the semester. I can't wait to go back! I love being around the college…

Happy Monday! I have 2 more weeks off until I get back to my crazy schedule. I am so ready. Enough time off! I will be complaining about being too busy, soon. Can't win. We have houseguests coming next week for 5 days and I'm very excited! My husband's brother (from another mother....loooong story) and his wife will be…

Hello my lovely pals! I am back from a wonderful vacation! I must say I missed checking in here all the time!! Hoping you are all well, happy, and doing fine. My trip was incredible. We were spoiled! My diet went straight to hell. I ate everything bad. There were so many restaurants and we tried them all. Met lovely people…

TGIF all! I am off for my vacation. I will try to check in here now and then. Have a good week! I can't guarantee I will stay true to my program, but I am going to try very hard not to go crazy. Wishing everyone a great week!

Oh DJ too bad there aren't magic pills for this. I had been through this many years ago and there were no support groups then. A few years later when I became a counselor I started one. It was marvelous to have other people to discuss things with. It was also great for everyone there to know that they had at least an hour…

Happy Hump Day! I had a great visit with my doc today. My lab work was great, and all else fine! Of course, once I take off more weight I can get off my meds. Should be a mega motivator, right?? I'm pumped. Nothing like being healthy! Let's see....Sandy posed a couple of questions. 1. Daily topic is a good idea! I am not…

Happy Tuesday! I go for my annual exam tomorrow and am anxious for the blood results, etc. I always get worked up over this stuff. I'm trying to do my exercises every day and not have excuses!! Once I return to work I will not have so much time for it. Again, it shouldn't be an excuse. My "mini" goal for this week is to be…

Well, this is certainly a quiet place today! I couldn't live without AC, but if the climate is cooler, I guess you don't really need it. It is hot and humid and we are having big time thunderstorms right now. I think the weekend will be rainy.:sad: Would you believe I have never played XBOX? I wouldn't know what to do!…

mcamp, I am envious! I would love a greenhouse. I like the idea of gardens and growing things, but I am so bad at it. I can totally understand how it is relaxing for you. How is everyone doing today? I went for my blood work for my annual physical. Hope all the numbers are good. I've been doing great lately. I have a…

Hi Toni! So, so, so sorry for your loss. I have no words and won't pretend to know what you are going through. It is a wonderful thing that you have family so near, though. We are a Penn State family.....sooo......anyway, we won't banter over football! My youngest son (27) is single, and the older one (29) is living with…

I agree about this group! I have tried many. None have worked for me. Most have been upsetting! I read how judgmental some of the people were to others and I thought it was horrible. Support should not be so ugly. I love you people here! I am struggling with this each and every day (as all of you are) and I like to come…

I am an extremely goal-oriented person. However, when it comes to goals regarding my weight, I just stay clear. I have had too many disappointments. So, I suppose my goal is to just do the right thing. Not stray from my plan and not "taste" foods I shouldn't be eating.

I guess we can call ourselves the "plateau triplets".....I can't seem to break it! I have a quiet day, here as well. Big excitement for the day is shopping tonight for luggage. During our last flight the luggage died an ugly death. The weather is incredible today! Florida will be great, although pretty hot. It is always…

I'm Janet, or Jan! Married 31 years to my love and best friend. (met on a blind date)! 2 kids (men) 29, 27 29 year old lives in Brooklyn and is a film editor/producer 27 year old lives a few miles from us and is an eye doctor for the VA health services. Lived in the same town my entire life! College professor, career…

Sandy, Yeah for Disney! I am a Disney fan, big time. I go every year at the end of January when it is nice and quiet and not hot! Just love the place. Dyanna, you surely have a great attitude! How nice to read! Ellie, I also love B&Bs. Can you tell I adore any type of travel? Those breakfasts are usually wonderful! Enjoy…

Oh all those goodies! I think we need to learn to be around all that stuff. It is just life. I met someone on a different forum who never went to the movies, never watched tv, never socialized anymore because of the temptations. Not sure what we are learning from that! You can do it! I am meeting a friend for lunch in a…

I love the idea of a daily thread! Glad you thought of it, and I hope the others agree. :smile: