carrieliz81 Member

I met him through mutual friends. We met the first time when he was engaged to someone else. I figured, well, there's another awesome-yet-unavailable man I've come across. All the good ones are taken... But then they ended the engagement. Then he and I went to a get-together at the mutual friends' house without knowing…

I'm thankful for my BOYFRIENDDDD, who I love soooooooo much!

I totally believe in the candy bar loophole. If I have the extra calories and need a treat ... I go there.

I was getting really out of control with sugar, so I went cold turkey a couple weeks ago. The first few days were easy, and then the next few were really tough ... (gah, cravings for chocolate!!). Now, I'm feeling pretty regulated and have little to no regrets saying no to desserts or treats. I did allow myself a couple of…

I want to be an 8!!! 8 would be perfect.

I did not set dates for myself... I too want to avoid disappointment if I don't make it by a certain day. And weight is such a flexible measurement anyway, why set myself up for frustration if I happen to be bloated that week or something??? But -- I do think some personal "challenges" related to timeframes can be helpful.…

Woot!

No more bowl. Co-workers will have to deal.

Wow, you look so awesome, way to go!

FOOD.

Yeah. Trust me, we have the same problems up north. I'm in Chicago... we love to show our love to others through food, and the fast food is just as plentiful! Let me add on Italian beef, Polish sausages, deep dish pizza, Chicago-style hot dogs...... oy!

Mmm, I just like how activia tastes... I don't mind shelling out the dough for yumminess.

I like the first dress too! It's pretty much unanimous!

You should ask her out!!

I love that! So exciting when clothes fit looser!

I don't ever take baths, but I'm considering one after reading this!!

I think they are probably a great snack or oatmeal add-on, as long as you don't eat too many! They have lots of fiber, as far as I know... I almost bought some at the store yesterday but got snookered in by the craisins instead. Yummy, craisins.

That is hilarious, and actually a good suggestion. I will have to start buying more lotion so I can gross-up my candy! I can't stop eating lately, too... Trust me, I understand exactly what you're going through!

That is hawt. Congrats!!!!!

You need to get some slow cooker cookbooks from Judith Finlayson. She has the absolute most delicious slow cooker recipes you can find!!! Try a google search for some pork recipes in the interim...

You don't want to know about my lunch.... I'm so bad. It's going to be one of those pre-made chicken salad and crackers thingies from Bumblebee and probably a couple mini-candybars. Basically, I'm trolling through my desk for sustenance. Dinner will be better, I promise!

Ew, that's gross. Make him come to your place.

If you are 5'3" it could be that the boots are proportioned for taller women.... I often have difficulties finding boots that fit because I'm 5'2" and my calf bumps out a couple inches closer to my ankle than someone's who is taller.... so the boots are not cut to accomodate all that calf at that point, and they won't zip…

Oh man, I LOVE nuts.... and consequently, I rarely ever buy them because I know I will not be able to control myself. They are so delightful and satisfying, but yes, caloric!

NICE!! The NSVs are going to keep on rollin' in, trust me!

Thanks!! Everyone loves a little boost to the ego! I feel very validated. :) :) :)

That is so cute!!!

I was so excited when I saw your forum post title! I was like, "hey, that's me!!!" Feel free to friend me... I think we're at a similar place...

That sounds awesome. If only I had more motivation and/or time to make delicious breakfasts like this one! Of course, if I made it, I would be sprinkling a healthy dose of tabasco or cholula sauce all over it to give it a kick (who doesn't like hot sauce at 7:30am!!) which would be added sodium, but mmm.

WOOT! Love that!