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Introduction
Feel free to share a little bit about yourself! About me: I'm a soon-to-be 44 year old mom to a 4 year old girl (Olivia) and 12 year old boy (Derek). I'm 5'2" and my starting weight was 157. I reached my goal weight in August 2011 and even surpassed it by one pound (121.0). Maintenance mode has been more challenging than I…
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Before & After: 25 years and 30 lbs later (w/pics)
Kind of freaked out by sharing the fat pic, but if it keeps anyone from giving up... it is worth it! I've shared a few After photos, but not a Before photo (out of sheer embarrassment). The photo labeled "December 2009: 157 lbs" was the final straw. My youngest child was 2 1/2 years old at the time and I couldn't keep…
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Baby girls, girly girls and women who love FASHION!
Hi MFPs! I hope this is okay with the forum rules because I'm not asking anyone for money or to support my business. I just wanted to share my exciting news! I won't even share the name. :) I finally started something that had been an idea of mine since my daughter was a baby. She's now 5 years old and I finally get to…
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Think all calories are the same?
Just something fun I wanted to put together to show the exact number of calories when compared to each other. The top photo is of a Burger King Whopper, medium fries (salted) and a 22 oz soda. The bottom photo is of the same number of calories but using healthier meals, snacks and treats. For those who think they can't eat…
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Repost: Calorie Comparison [WITH PHOTO]
I apologize for the double post, but someone had mentioned in my last thread that they almost didn't click on the topic because they thought the title was leading to something that may have been preachy about calories. I hope the new title is better. :) Just something fun I wanted to put together to show the exact number…
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This totally creeped me out!!! (photo)
I work from home and sit at my laptop most of the day. My husband also works from home which means there is usually some noise around the house. He had a meeting to run to this afternoon so the house is very quiet. I was sitting here, working on a project when all of a sudden one of my daughter's toys starts talking. It…
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Before & After Photo Update (PICTURE)
For those of you who know me or have been my MFP during this journey, you know that I reached my goal weight last year of 121.0 lbs. I gained 10 lbs over the past few months with the holidays, vacation and being sick (just a stubborn head cold and sinus infection). Below is a comparison from where I started in January 2010…
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Dark chocolate experiment :)
My newer MFP's may find this interesting... and it will help explain why I frequently have a Dove dark chocolate bar before bed. LOL! I think it may be time for another crazy experiment! :happy: Original blog: http://www.myfitnesspal.com/blog/bjohs/view/plateau-vs-chocolate-who-won-116497 Plateau vs. Chocolate: Who Won?…
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Motivate Your Partner!!! (Alert: Racy)
It's amazing how many people are still messaging me or asking me questions about this blog. It seems to be a hot topic among people trying to find ways to get their partner involved in a healthier lifestyle. I thought I would re-post it in the forum to give everyone a good chuckle. Please don't read this out of context. It…
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For my new MFP's: Link to blogs
Hi guys, Until MFP makes it easier to share links in our status updates, here is a list of blogs I have written that may answer some of your questions or at least inspire you to start experimenting on your own. I wish there was a better way to share info. :( Let me know if you have any questions! Down 30 Pounds: Response…
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Help finding a motivational photo!
Can anyone direct me to the photo of a woman (side by side comparison) that depicts how we should not let the number on the scale matter? In one photo she is out of shape and in the other she is fit and toned. In the fit and toned photo she is either the same weight or slightly heavier. I believe she was middle-aged as…
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Need motivation? Here's a FUN way to get moving!
A couple weeks ago, I just couldn't get my head back in the game after the holidays. I sat in front of my laptop and played around on MFP, Pinterest and Facebook... but telling myself I really needed to get up and start working out again. It just wasn't happening. On a whim, I knew I needed someone to give me a swift kick…
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Great tool to compare food choices!
Here's a way to start making small improvements in your daily food consumption. Change just one thing at a time and pretty soon you'll start noticing changes. Changes in the way you eat. Changes in the way you look. Changes in the way you feel. This is a great tool to get you started: http://www.twofoods.com/ Instead of…
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Fun & Friendly Challenges!
If you are looking for a way to push yourself a little harder, make yourself accountable or just put some "fun" in to your workouts... here's an idea for you. For the past week, I have been posting little challenges on my Facebook profile. It has really helped me get back in to working out after the holidays and pushes me…
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Friendly Facebook Challenges
If you are looking for a way to push yourself a little harder, make yourself accountable or just put some "fun" in to your workouts... here's an idea for you. For the past week, I have been posting little challenges on my Facebook profile. It has really helped me get back in to working out after the holidays and pushes me…
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"Pound for Pound" Challenge (UPDATE)
New developments in the "Pound for Pound Challenge" between me and my hubby! To keep him motivated over the holidays, I have increased the number of credits earned. For every pound he loses until Christmas morning, he will earn triple credits! He's a very happy camper. :) He has also initiated a challenge for me since I…
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Sex & Weight Loss (UPDATE)
Apparently you can't have the word "sex" in the title of a forum topic or it won't get tagged to your profile? WTH? I'll try posting a new topic, I guess. :(
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My Large Breakfast Explained
I have been asked about my large breakfasts a few times by MFP friends. This is the explanation. It may not work for everyone so my suggestion is to experiment with what works for you and then try to perfect it! ABOUT ME: I'm a 5'2" soon-to-be 44-year old wife and mother to a 12 year-old boy and a 4-year old girl. I was…
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I'll show you my breakfast (with pic), if...
I'll show you my breakfast if you show me yours! :) Actually, I get asked frequently what a typical day looks like for me by way of meals. I'm putting together some visuals so I can add them to a blog later. Below is a normal breakfast around our house. I never used to be able to eat breakfast in the past. Just the thought…
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A woman and her new toy!!!
Not what you were expecting? I just wanted to say that not all women get excited about clothes, jewelry and shoes. Okay, scratch the shoes... shoes ROCK! But so does my new toy. She's a beauty, isn't she??? :)
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GOAL!!! 25th Class Reunion: Dress Selection [w/Pic]
I reached my goal of 122.0 this morning (SW 157.0)... just 2 days before my 25th class reunion! Many of my MFP friends know that I am trying to decide between two dresses for the evening event. Well, I got my floral dress back from from alterations today and here is the side by side comparison with the black dress. I think…
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1989 vs. 2011: Same Weight NSV! [w/Photo]
Before I explain... I want to say that I don't care what anyone thinks, my 80's hair was SPECTACULAR!!! LOL! In the photo below, the picture on the left was taken in 1989 when I was 22 years old and weighed 122.0 lbs. The picture on the right was taken today. I'm only 1 lb away from 122.0 which will be the same weight I…
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Favorite 80's dance song! HELP!
Okay MFP community, I need your help! My 25th class reunion is coming up in a few days and I'm in charge of the music. I have about 5 hours of fun 80's dance songs to sort through but I'm worried I might be missing a really great song. What song from the 80's makes you want to get up and dance every single time? Edit to…
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Goodbye to 34 lbs, one to go! [Pics & Link]
Hi my fellow MFPer's! I have a little over a week to hit my goal of 122.0 for my big 25th class reunion. I'm only about a pound away at this point and couldn't be happier! I shared a link with my MFP friends on what losing 34 pounds looks like on a woman who is 5'2" and 43 years of age. I've kept a written journal since…
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Small Weight Gain? Don't Panic!
I posted a blog this morning for my MFP friends explaining some possible causes for small weight gains. This is not professional advice, but tips and information from my own personal journey. I've lost 32 pounds in the last year and a half! If you are experiencing a 1-5 lb weight fluctuation (especially if you are female)…
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RIP Jani Lane
Jani Lane from Warrant was found dead today at 47 years old. This is one sad 80's girl. :(
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Favorite 80's Movies!
My 25th class reunion (1986) is coming up in a couple of weeks and I've been taking a trip back to the early 80's on Facebook. This morning I posted the following music videos: John Parr - St. Elmo's Fire (Man in Motion): http://youtu.be/jVf4_WglzWA NOTE: Rob Lowe was deliciously HOT HOT HOT in this movie, btw. :) Simple…
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MTV launched at midnight 30 years ago today!
Can you believe it? 30 years??? It doesn't seem possible. The very first video was "Video Killed The Radio Star" by The Buggles and I was there to see it! 1. What were some of your favorite music videos from 1981? 2. What was the most memorable thing you remember from MTV during their first year?
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Anyone else from North Dakota and...
Anyone else from North Dakota and sick of the severe weather EVERY SINGLE WEEKEND??? It's been crazy this year!
