carriejones80

Before I was motivated to commit to anything major, like counting calories, I started off with small adjustments. I started eating off a smaller(child's size)plate so I wouldn't have to count calories. Then I would walk up the stairs at work instead of riding the elevator. I cut out cokes and increased my water intake.…

I just made another great crockpot recipe that was a big hit with the family. I took deer meat and placed on the bottom of the crockpot; seasoned it with salt and pepper, slap ya momma, garlic powder. Added a can of Cream of mushroom, French onion soup, packet of gravy mix, and a packet of Lipton Onion Soup Mix. Cook on…

Forgot to put that I cut up a yellow onion to go in this as well...

I made my own amazing version of Italian Chicken Roast. I am not sure if this is a current recipe, but this is what I put in it: 6-8 Boneless Skinless Chicken Breast(sprinkled with Slap Ya Momma Seasoning(my FAVE), garlic powder, salt and peeper and italian seasoning), 1 bag of mini carrots, 4-6 peeled white potatoes and 1…

Leftovers are an easy fix. I have also started fixing different versions of a wrap. There are so many options. I have had rice, corn, black beans, salsa and cheese wrap. I have put turkey breast, lettuce, purple onion, swiss cheese and hot mustard. The possibilities are limitless...

Hey all, my name is Carrie. I'm 5'2 and currently 293. I need all the help and support I can get...

My goals are: 1. Log in every day. 2. Accept myself and believe that others love me and care for me. 3. Walk at least a mile every other day until I can get it down till I can walk it every day.

My only words are freaking wow!! It is stories like this that remind me that I am worth the change and it is very much so within my reach. Your story was very interesting to read as well. I felt like I was reading a novel. Congrats on your success.

My very small NSV is that I have rejoined MFP and plan on including my family in the lifestyle change this time. Hopefully, all four of us can stay focused. Here is to day two and I packed my breakfast and have lunch ready...ready to shred the unhealthy decisions we have been making...

Spam, canned ravioli sand spaghetti, canned roast beef on rice, beanie weenies. I can't tolerate canned Campbell's soup. It just seemed like our meals were mostly out of a box or can and it has been the way I fed my children, especially since my divorce. It was quick and easy... Well...not any more...

My profile pic is a set of 4 pics of my face...

Way to go! Single moms rock!!!

Separated in 2008...whoops...btw he cheated on me for three years out of the 9 we were married.

Hey there!!! Your story is similar to mine! With minor details different. I started July 1st and was right at 292. I have been separated since November of 2009, and finally after a child support battle for a year, I got my finalized divorced on November of 2009. Then, last September my ex married his wife, who cannot stand…

I agree with jd5351? I kicked my drinking nothing but regular dr. pepper habit. I would say that if it is an issue, try weining yourself. Cut down to 1 a week. I dropped down from 1 a diet drink a week to 1 once a month. I really don't crave or need caffeine any more. I stick with unsweetened, decaf tea every once in a…

There were several factors that caused me to reach my breaking point. The first thing that happened to me was when I tried on a tshirt a few months after the last time wearing it and I noticed how snug it was. Second, I went in for surgery and they had to weigh me....I was 8 lbs from 300. That scared me to death. Finally,…

I am totally up for losing 50 lbs by Christmas!!!

Non scale victory...

I'm new to MFP... Age:32 HT:5'2 SW:292.8 CW:286.6 GW:150