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I want a Bloomin' Onion so bad! And my MIL is visiting in 2 weeks and she takes us out for almost every meal (she thinks it's too much work for me to cook, even though I do it every day for three of us, adding one more isn't hard!)... I'm sure we'll order one when we go to Outback but share it between 4 people. I will…

I've done so bad the past few days. Lots of junk food and sitting around. My son is very challenging and he was extra difficult the past few days. All I wanted to do was put him in his room while I ate chocolate and any other junk in the house. BUT, today is a new day! I've already done a bunch of house cleaning and…

This morning I was down a pound! 199 baby!

Thanks Nette. It gave me motivation to exercise today. And to forgo the second piece of chocolate!

Hope everyone is doing well! I haven't lost any pounds but I just did my measurements and I've lost 3 inches overall! I've been doing well on staying under my calorie goal but could really up the exercise. So, this gives me some real incentive.

white sweet potatoes are awesome as hash browns.

I'll join! A little late this month. DH got a free pedometer from work so I hope it works well! Going to find it in the closet and put it on. Wonder how many steps I'll get today?

So, I don't really eat many chips but as soon as I resolved not to eat them, the bag in the cupboard started calling my name! I've been able to resist but I'm hoping DH will hurry up and eat them so they are out of the house.

If you aren't considering eggs meat, I make a scramble that is SO GOOD. Half an onion, diced 1 can chopped green chiles 1/2 cup shredded carrot 6 eggs Whatever spices you want- I do pepper, cumin, a little nutmeg and garlic powder. Carmelize the onions then add the green chiles and carrots. Whisk the eggs with the spices…

Here's a crockpot one I found online awhile ago and we love it. Lentil, Corn and Sweet Pepper Chili 1 large onion, finely chopped 1 (28-oz.) can crushed tomatoes 1 cup low-sodium vegetable broth 1 1/2 cups lentils, picked over and rinsed 2 cups fresh or frozen corn kernels 1 large red bell pepper, chopped 1 (4 1/2-oz.) can…

Everyone is so motivated! I had a bad day yesterday- super snacky sweet tooth going on and I indulged it. And I didn't do a workout. I was feeling very down and then remembered I just need to leave yesterday alone and focus on doing well today! So goal today is to snack on carrot sticks or just drink water instead. And to…

I've exceeded my water goal the past couple days! And I feel like I have more energy- my toddler got up two hours earlier than normal and I still managed to get the dishwasher running and a load of laundry started before even sitting down to check my email. Hope this energy lasts because the house is a mess! I think…

I'm 5'4" and 200 right now. My goal is 150 for now. I think everyone's healthy weight is different, even if they are the same height. I think my healthy weight is lower than that but I'm aiming for that for now.

I bought grapes yesterday and they are so so yummy! This will be a pretty easy challenge until those are gone!

I'm in! Though I have never liked soda so I just need to stay away from the chips! Which means my husband will be eating the two bags I just bought. Oops!

One of mine is to stop drinking coffee in the mornings. It's too much half and half and sugar. And I can't drink it black so, I've switched to tea and lots of water. It hasn't been as hard as I thought it would be. Good luck to everyone else!

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Hey, I just joined the group and thought I'd jump in with both feet! SW: 210 CW: 200 GW: 150 Goals: Eat healthier and drink more water Work out 5 days a week I have been part of MFP for a year or more but haven't been using it to its full potential so I really need to do that! Okay, going to fill up my water bottle and…

I've had it for the past 10 years or so... they told me it usually is short term but mine flares up when I use my arms and upper chest for anything strenuous. My husband has to do most of the vacuuming because that will cause it to flare up. Even sometimes when I carry my son for too long. I haven't found any exercises…

Lentil, Corn and Sweet Pepper Chili 1 large onion, finely chopped 1 (28-oz.) can crushed tomatoes 1 cup low-sodium vegetable broth 1 1/2 cups lentils, soaked overnight picked over, rinsed and drained 2 cups fresh or frozen corn kernels 1 large red bell pepper, chopped 1 (4 1/2-oz.) can chopped green chilies, drained 1 tsp.…

We went to a little man made lake recently and there were three swans on it! Except after looking at them for a few minutes, we realized they were all plastic! Fooled us for a few minutes.

These stories are so motivating! I just started cardio two weeks ago and logging calories about a week ago but I already feel so much better. More energy and I want to make good food choices! I'm consciously upping my water intake. I want to get out and walk/jog or bike ride or play with my son on the playground. I'm so…