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It's my birthday, my son's was yesterday and I've been on vacation for the last 10 days. And I had a great time with all of it. But I made "better" choices than I would have in the past, or at least ate less of those special foods. It wasn't perfect, but I didn't stress, just enjoyed myself and my family. The past 3…

I went apple picking for the first time yesterday. Walking through the orchards was no big deal, which is amazing by itself. I never would have done that willingly before! But the weirdest thing was a friend snapped a candid shot an posted it on facebook. I looked normal. By that I mean I didn't look like the fat lady…

I learned (or reinforced) that it's not that hard to eat well and still have fun. We went to a concert yesterday with a 4 hour tailgate party before hand. Lots of fun and I learned a new line dance! But I brought a bag of salad (premade) some salad dressing and bowls along with a platter of cut up fruit. I took some…

I did better this week with not skipping meals. I get busy and forget to eat and by dinner time I'm starving! I really focused on at least making sure I ate something for lunch. I will continue that over the next few weeks. I bombed on breakfast (I'd rather sleep than eat!), but one change at a time is my focus right now.

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As soon as I realize they are too big, they go into the donation pile. Once I have a bagful, they go to the donation center. I want them out of my house as soon as possible. This way a 5 lb. swing doesn't become 10 or 20 or 50!

You are me! I too am 5'8", although I started at 282. My loss has been a little slower (18 months), but steady. It is inspiring to me that someone who was where I am can do this and encourages me to keep pushing on. Congratulations on a wonderful job!

Go Patriots! And Payton is pouting in the cold yet again. Sorry Denver fans.

I think we all sabotage our progress at times. Perhaps it is partially because we fear success as much as we hate having weight issues. And we will continue to do it. But every time we chose to say no to the cookie (or in my case, a York Peppermint Patty), we are making progress. I figure that I may have had 4 cookies, but…

I have been logging my food religiously since 1/1. I'm not really making different choices yet, just trying to get a handle on logging again, and I feel much more in control and I can feel my mood lifting. It's only been a few days, I know, but I'm going to keep working at this and logging no matter what the result or the…

No system is "silly" if it works for you (and is healthy!). Good for you getting a jump start on your journey!

I learned that families can be pains in the butts, but you have to love them anyway! (I think I knew that already, but am reminded of it every year!) I also learned that plans are necessary to be successful. You may not stick to your plan entirely, but I know that by having it helped me make better choices throughout the…

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Good advice, but sometimes difficult to follow when you have 10 siblings!

Tough week with son going into the hospital for major infection and being 1500 miles away, but with the support of my MFP family, I made it though. (He's doing better.) And I figured out that by making my Christmas cookies in reverse favorite order (least favorite first), I eat a lot fewer. And the ones I did eat were…

I learned to take my family at face value when they say they don't really want desserts. I ended up eating more of it than I planned, but I know that I just need to start over again today!

Happy Thanksgiving!!

Not fitness related, but I caught up on all my bills this week. Probably should have done that AFTER shopping for Thanksgiving, but it's done and a load off my mind.

It sounds to me that if he is not having "accidents", but waiting until you put on a diaper, then he IS trained. The next step is to get him to "go" where he should-on the toilet. Sinking the Cheerio might help him make the connection, as will routines (going first thing when he awakens, just before nap/bedtime, 30 minutes…

Thank you!

I'm glad it worked for you!! You are right, not everything is for everyone. But sharing ideas and successes may help someone else. I'm not willing to give up Diet Pepsi (and not sure I ever will be!), but I can make other changes, including using less processed foods and eating cleaner. This is something I need to be able…

Food choices not terrific between the hurricane and Halloween, but I did get a pair of boots that fit over my calves!

My suggestion would be to google or look on youtube for cardio for people in wheelchairs. I forget the sites, but they have really helped my son. Good luck!

One way I have coped with the changing sizes is to go elastic. Having an elastic in the waist band (usually in the back-with button and zipper in the front) will shrink with the waist for quite awhile, often 2 or more sizes. I also wear skirts most of the time, as the pants get just too big at the thigh and look like clown…

I use strawberries! Yummy!!

Tough day today. It's the second Mother's Day since we lost my mom. Last year, I think I was rather numb. This year it hurts. Hopefully by next year, I will be able to enjoy the memories. I keep on trying though, and you can't fail if you don't give up!

I hope you had a great vacation!

This is something I also struggle with. One thing I do is brush my teeth. No one wants to eat with minty fresh breath! Besides, food doesn't taste good right after you brush! My biggest problem is in the evening-after dinner. I am not hungry, but I crave junk food. But I think my real problem is I am tired. So I am trying…

Happy Easter everyone! And I'm glad the Easter Bunny brought mostly candy I don't like. Thank you Easter Bunny!

Weight was 233.5 this morning. Drank my water, and walked (actually strolled) around an outdoor mall with hubby this evening before dinner. And then had spaghetti and meatballs! Skipped the bread and didn't eat the whole meal (most of it, but not all!). My focus this week is getting enough rest. I have been getting home…