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Well, that's a fair bit of gender stereotyping.:laugh: Maybe it isn't the pink. Maybe it is the flowers. Ever think of that? :flowerforyou:

You will get tons of head turns. No worries. Looking great! The only hingi caution you on is to make sure that the swimsuit is sturdy and doesn't come off easily. I hesitate to type this knowing it will probably get some interesting comments, but those slides can be a bit forceful. Having said that, I do see a lot of…

I did that to someone when I first started. Based on a few of her comments, I thought that's what she wanted. When she made her diary private, I felt guilty and wished she had just spoken up first because I truly didn't intend to offend. I just recognize that everyone wants different things from their FL and I misjudged.…

I didnt really say fun stuff but I like to share birth stories anyway... For my first... The anthesesiologist told me that he had to tell me when the needle was about to enter. I didn't want to know. I just wanted to say as still as possible for the needle but focus on my contractions so I could forget the needle. He…

I brought my book for awhile and flipped through it before every exercise and retread a paragraph or two or referred to the pictures. I already read it a dozen times by then but it helped me feel more secure and sure. Yes, once I saw two dudes pointing in my direction as I was squatted down on the floor flipping through my…

Although I love spas, on holidays I want to be with my husband. You know her best. I like to do something different such as visiting attractions in a new city (within 2 hour distance), something exploratory and active such as zip-lining or river tubing, a date-like activity such as the movies or a night of lazer tag, or…

I found a quote today that made me smile a bit because it perfectly fits here: “Before you diagnose yourself with depression or low self-esteem, first make sure that you are not, in fact, just surrounded by *kitten*.” ― Steven Winterburn My point is that you were surrounded by an *kitten*. The fact that it affected you to…

Have you ever heard the term, "fake it until you make it?" I think there could be some of this applied here. Look in the mirror everyday and look for anything you like about yourself. It can be as simple as saying you like that your eyebrows are even. Personally, I think your hair is gorgeous! Focus on recognizing your…

When I first started lifting, I would read up about it at home. When I got to the gym, I was so nervous that I would bring the book along and read a little bit before every exercise (while I was resting). I did this for weeks! Yeah, that got some looks! When I go to yoga, I match the instructor move for move instead of…

This look is achieved at a much lower body fat percentage. My guess is ttis picture is in at least the athletic range. Being that you are lifting while you are obses means that you will retain more muscle as you lose and have more muscle mass than someone small that starts lifting will have. It is easier to retain it than…

You will get a lot of opinions here but the bottom line is it does hydrate you so you can count it if you want.

The early/late thing happens frequently for the 2 hour midday block because people are often squeezing in a lunch time workout and may need part of that hour to change and get back to work. After work, people tend to have more time but some may have daycare time restrictions. I have left class a few times but not for those…

Meh. Disclaimer: I didn't watch the video. I can't hear and I didn't bother checking to see if it was captioned because most Internet videos aren't. I got the gist from reading all of your comments. I could care less that mom has her kid doing the video. I don't buy that it is forced. My kids beg to make videos. They like…

I had a similar issue, coincidentally also after my 3rd child. It wasn't lack of hygiene. I went to a dermatologist. Even then it took about 2 years before it cleared up. I was wearing prescription strength deodorant a few times a week plus regular deodorant 4-5 times a day. My friend then clued me in on a different over…

Joocey, I actually don't disagree with the situational factor. I don't see it nearly as rigid as some do, but in the case of an upscale spa with no children services offered, etc., I agree with your point.. From what I read, despite the name, this is not really one of those places. Furthermore, from what I understand,…

I can't get this quoting thing down right but the last box is my answer.

I just came from an overseas tour. The difference in how people treat children in places of business was vastly different. I can't tell you how many times my children were entertained, etc. while we were busy with trying to do business with various establishments. It certainly was not expected, given our culture, but it…

This world has no hope of truly accepting and including those with special needs if we can't even handle children in general.

You have gotten some great advice here. I wanted to make one comment about the month thing. One common thing that happens is that sometimes people expect motivation to carry them all the way through this process. That simply isn't going to happen. You will have to learn to rely on commitments you make to yourself. Having…

Every once in awhile my kids rely too heavy on junk. I take them to the store and tell them I will buy ANYTHING they want as long Asia is healthy (ish). They go hog wild. Then suddenly the veggies they wouldn't eat before, they will now because they have ownership. Also, sometimes I learn new things about what they are…

^This You don't need a lot of bacon. Just one slice will do. Use the grease to cook the spinach. You can add mushrooms, garlic and onions if you'd like.

http://www.fitnessforweightloss.com/helpful-weight-loss-quotes/ You're welcome!

Charley's or 5 Guys Cajun Fries

You've identified the problem. This IS mental. In order to overcome that, you have to face it and work through it. You have to find positive thoughts about all of it and learn to let that lead you. You have to talk yourself into how wonderful you already are and how helpful the productive and process will be. You have to…

I do that too. I usually keep nuts available for such days. I'm out.

Eat 2 TBS of PB on wheat toast. You're welcome.

Thank you! While is the same thing, it is easier to do it via activity level because it is more accurate than the MFP exercise database. (We all know that standing at work is not the same thing as a cross fit class but the OP was not asking that. The Op was asking us to think about math not a definition of TRUE exercise).…

It's all in the semantics. Again, whether you add them as an activity level OR as exercise, mathematically it works out to be approximately the same. I get that people don't want you to call work, "exercise" for the sake of semantics because exercise is related to a specific concept people have, but when the OP just wants…

I am an advocate. I have certain legislation reforms that I work very hard to target. As a lay person, I would LOVE LOVE LOVE LOVE someone who is a celebrity to bring attention to the issue I want reformed. Seriously love it. The fact is, attention such as this, has the potential to bring awareness to issues that people…

Let me rephrase this: Can someone PLEASE convert this to a picture all can see on here.