Ok- here we go. Starting a bit early but why not? Today's the start of a new week and no plans here for New Year's Day- so I'm jumping onboard now.

Simple goals-

To walk/weight train once per day. ($1/mile!!)

To eat sensibly and keep it at 1200 cals/day. (One bite of dessert- or something special- and wait 10 min. before deciding if I want more. Then publishing it all here to keep me accountible).

Is that it?? My brain doesn't seem to be functioning right now. I'm sure there'll be more learning as time goes on and more for me to put down here as a reminder of how to handle it all. I'm sooooo ready to be thin- and just sure that the 4 D's will grow as my diet succeeds and I get smaller.

Happy, Thin, Svelte, Fit and Beautiful New Year! <img src="biggrin.gif" border="0">

Well, it's obvious that it's going to take me longer than a day to get back on track! <img src="graemlins/cry.gif" border="0" alt="[cry]" /> Indulged in some holiday goodies that have been lurking around the house. Skipped supper to make up for it and didn't feel like walking. Got my weights in tho so all in all not a horrible day...tho pretty bad!

Tomorrow WILL be better. Gotta get that walk in and will remember how BAD I felt after all those goodies and NOT indulge tomorrow. Gotta remember to reach for the water when I'm tempted! This is going to work- It HAS to!!!!

Good-night.

This time of year is so tempting. My first day I failed too but we have to keep on trying. Even accomplishing some of your goals is a good start. We always think we have to be perfect but a step in the right direction is great.

You're right Pastel...it's never too late to do it right.

Got up this morning and forgot to weigh- maybe that's a good thing? In any case I'm gonna have a good day. Will not eat unless I'm hungry. That's a good start for such a tempting time I think. After tomorrow there will be NO more excuses for anything. For now I'm just gonna do my best with what I have to work with.

Let's make it a good one!

Hi Newme, <br />I see you have already started Part 2 of your journal and your on your way. I wouldn't worry about the last couple of days, I haven't. I'm just getting a good start tomorrow. I plan on reaching my goal weight the year so there are no more excuses for me. <br />I hope you had a great day.

Gina

Wow!! Look at all these journals takeing off! How encouraging to see so many committed to making 2002 a better, healthier year! You're so right Gina- gotta stop beating myself up over these bumps in the road and stand back and look at the big picture. Tomorrow is the day! Today was not so good but no excuses from here on out. I'm gonna try my best to eat right and love myself enough to do what is best for my body. I'm thinking of cutting WAY back on the sugar too...as kind of New Year's resolution. Maybe with an ultimate goal of dessert once/week. Wow- now that would be something- something I could really be proud of accomplishing. I'll be working towards that and see how it goes.

Hurah for tomorrows and new beginnings- AND new years! It's gonna be a good one- I can feel it in bones, buried way deep down in there. <img src="smile.gif" border="0">

Good-night.

Happy New Year, Newme! I hope that you will have a great 1st day and succeed with your resolutions! I'm going to start exercising too, after taking a 2-wk break! The hard part is to eat less! All the best! <img src="wink.gif" border="0">

Hi Chinadoll! Happy New Year to you too- and good luck with all you take on this year! We have decided to better ourselves and we are going to succeed!

This is it- dress rehersal is O-VER! Gotta start putting my money where my mouth is- or whatever- There is no better time than today. The start of a new year, a new week, a new live and a NEWME!! Yah! I'm taking little baby steps towards a better me and it is going to work- it has to. So here's to all of us who have decided to do this. Let's make 2002 the best year yet!

Cereal for breakfast. Gonna walk on the tredmill and maybe even get in some weight training. I am going to really watch what I eat and eat as healthfully as I can- I'm worth it- right? <img src="smile.gif" border="0">

Have a good one!!!

Alright, I'm adding another baby step goal here. From now on no "unscheduled" snacking...I find that can get me into SUCH big trouble.

Today was not terrible, and not good. I managed to get my weight training in but no aerobic exercise again. Have decided that M-W-F and Sunday will be my walking days...so I'm ok with that. Did great with my eating up until 2pm- Had cream of potato soup for lunch, then looked thru the cupboards and ended up with chips and salsa, halva, an old stale Christmas cookie and a spoonful of icecream. Skipped suppper but ate a piece of cheese (not big) later. Gotta quit that snacking!! Have learned some things today and will hopefully remember them tomorrow. Tomorrow is, after all, the official first normal day of this whole thing- see how I justify things? Yipes!

Goals for tomorrow-

walk for 20 min.

drink lots of water.

no snacking (other than what I plan).

no dessert.

These goals are besides my usual ones...all do-able. Gotta exercise my self control- have really been letting it slide lately. <img src="frown.gif" border="0">

Good-night!

Hi Newme, sounds like you are in a lot of control! It really helps planning your meals...I still think abt food 24 X 7...except I wonder what I should eat in my next meal. I try to eat 3 main meals and strictly no snacking. But I've been drinking a lot of diet soda lately...it's not good, I know...but I'm just not in the mood for drinking so much water.

I'm not a cereal person but I started eating shredded wheat and it's awesome! I love eating it...I'm on my 2nd box!

I always feel happy when I know I ate right! Wish I can practice this all the time!

You can do it...keep up the good work! <img src="wink.gif" border="0">

Hiya Chinadoll! Me, control? I don't feel that way...think I'm gonna get it back today tho. Yep- we CAN do this! Eat right and lose the weight- we are worth it! Keep telling yourself that. Shredded wheat? I am so impressed! I haven't had it for years, but used to think of it as little bales of hay. <img src="smile.gif" border="0"> I'd probably like it a lot better now. Still, I am a junk food junkie- I like Captain Crunch cereal!! But I don't ever allow myself the luxary of that. Although- come to think of it- it might make a more healthy dessert than some other things I have chosen- hm...

Anyway, today I'm officially back on track. Got on the scales and was very discouraged- these last few days of uncontolled eating did me in. I've gained a few pounds back. <img src="frown.gif" border="0"> The thing that bugs me is (in my opinion) I was not "blowing" it...just not being real "good". It does seem unless I am conciously trying to lose than I am gaining. I hope to change my eating habits enough to remedy that this year tho.

Today I'll walk, skip desserts, write down EVERYTHING that crosses my lips, and be positive!

Feels good to be back in the saddle again. <img src="biggrin.gif" border="0">

An OK day. Took the kids sledding instead of walking that mile. Somehow I think it's at least an even swap- boy am I sore! Eating went well. Made some buns today and had more than I had planned to have after I came back wolf hungry from sledding. So skipped supper and had a granola bar instead. Did pretty good considering the kids had hot chocolate with their buns. You'd think I was trying to sabotage myself with the baking tho...still the buns were pretty healthy. Low in suger and used stewed prunes as filling instead of jam.

I'm off to bed. Will do much better tomorrow with DH home to eat the buns up! Live and learn. <img src="smile.gif" border="0">

Good-night.

Hi Newme, don't worry abt the extra weight. Just go back to eating wisely and putting in as much exercise as you can...you will lose it in no time! Well, I can see that you think before you put food into your mouth so that's a very good sign! Keep it up!

Hi Chinadoll- You are so sweet to come by and encourage me about that weight gain! It really has been nagging at the back of my mind and I know it will do me in if I don't do just what you say and forget about it and go back to eating right. You are soooo right! That is just what I will try and do.

Today will be busy and hopefully easier because of that. DH is off and we are headed to town to run errands. I am hoping that he will be satisfied with Taco Bell for lunch. Should be pretty easy to find something healthy there...well...at least easier than Pizza Hut!

Had my usual bowl of cereal. Passed on the buns so off to a good start. Will try and remember to drink more water today!

Catch ya later-

Pretty good day today. Very busy! Why does shopping always take longer when my husband goes along? Anyway- had a burrito for lunch and 2 pieces of pizza and small salad for supper. Got home late and decided to clean the house anyway. I am tired! Got no exercise besides running around and cleaning the house but I feel like I walked 5 miles! Got to thinking that if I had just lost 50 lbs (and was my current size) I'd be thinking that I was thin and attractive. So, I'm trying to think that I am thin, and hoping that it will influence me into controlled eating and exercise. Make sense?

Drank lots of water today. Going to bed early. Am thinking that I've got the ball rolling in the right direction now.

Good-night!

I know what you mean abt thinking thin...When I started, it helped a lot remembering how I used to eat when I was slim...I ate only when I was hungry and I don't snack. I always crave for a meal. And I always observe what thin people eat...unfortunately, in Singapore, there are quite a few thin people who has a high metabolism rate so they can eat anything they want...I hate being around these people! When I am with them, I have to practise a lot of control and say 'no' a lot!

Think Thin and believe it and soon you will be it. Keep that ball rolling <img src="smile.gif" border="0">

Goodmorning Chinadoll and Pastel! I will be thinking thin today- How about you?? It CAN be discouraging to be around thin people who never seem to gain or have to watch what they eat...BUT it can be very motivating too, depending how you look at it. Let's try and be positive and each time we find ourselves feeling down about that, let's take a couple of minutes and think about how great it will be to thin too!

Sooooooooo- starting off with my cereal, fruit and milk breakfast. Planning a lunch of vege-burger and supper of fruit and crackers. Sounds a little skimpy I'm sure but need to get that "hungry" feeling back in order to be successful thru the weekend.

Staying busy today and focussed! Have a good one!

I'm feeling super positive today so I will make it a fantastic day.

Hey positive Pastel! You are doing so good- Keep it up!

Had another ok day. Didn't blow it but my plan was too low cal for me and I ended up having 2 granola bars and a piece of cornbread after the apple and crackers...Just too hungry I guess Oh well, live and learn.

Got my mile in on the treadmill and helped my kids clean a VERY messy room. Other then that had a pretty lazy exercise day.

Tomorrow should be easier. DH has started a diet today. Seems there's some kind of "bet" going on at work and he is now very motivated. That should help me too!

Good-night!

That's good that your DH has started a diet...that way, you both can eat healthier!

I think you shouldn't eat too little or else you will end up too hungry! And we all know that being too hungry leads to overeating...so we have to prevent that from happening!

Yes, you're right Chinadoll- it should be easier with DH on a diet too. We'll see how it goes.

Today was too busy to check in this morning. Had an ok day. Nothing to brag about but ate a big taco salad for lunch and then went sledding later. Came back ravenous! Ate some light popcorn an apple, a handful of M&M's and a brownie. Not so good. <img src="frown.gif" border="0"> Can you believe I'm still hungry??!Tomorrow is the start to a new week and I'm wiping the slate clean to get a fresh start. I MUST get very serious now since my goal of July 4 says I'll need to lose 2 lbs/week in order to meet it. Trying not to get discouraged but "psyching" myself up for some serious dieting now.

I am sooo beat after sledding. Hitting the sack early on a Saturday night! Bye-bye <img src="smile.gif" border="0">

Suggestion: isn't it better/filling to eat a healthy meal than just popcorn/m&m/snacks?

Sorry but I'm a meal person & if I'm hungry, I rather eat something more ... I prefer quantity!

Yeah, I think you're right Chinadoll. It usually is- but popcorn is pretty filling for me and I was trying to eat light. It was light popcorn... <img src="smile.gif" border="0"> Then I just felt like having something sweet after so much salt...and kind of lost it.

Couldn't get on here earlier today so am doing an all in one post. Had the usual granola for breakfast with 1/2 banana and soymilk. Then had another big taco salad for lunch. Had a couple of chocolate kisses...even tho I said no desert but once/week. Gotta get a handle on that! It must be PMS...Anyway, did well the rest of the day and haven't had anything. Walked a mile and plan to either walk another or do my weight routine.

DH took me to town tonight and bought me the Tanita body fat scale I've been wanting. Was disappointed that my weight is more than I thought it would be BUT my body fat percentage was lower than I though tit would be. It's motivating me more and that is always good!

Heading out to exercise again before I get too hungry- then off to bed. Hope ya'll had a good day! <img src="smile.gif" border="0">

Good-night.

Good-morning! Got up and weighed myself first thing. Despite the fact that I am starting today 8 lbs <img src="frown.gif" border="0"> heavier than I thought I was yesterday, I have determined to stay positive and NOT let it get me down.

Will stick to my plans and see how fast I can make those numbers drop! I did mangage to get my strength training in last night, so plan to just walk today-maybe 2 miles. Will stick to my eating plans to. I really hope this new scale motivates me! Gotta stay positive!!

Have a good one!

Hi Newme, that's great that you're staying positive...so am I! I've been really positive and determined since I started (except for the 1st month - was feeling angry for having such a big tummy!).

I guess it's okay to have light popcorn...I have regular popcorn that's microwavable but I haven't used it...I should donate it since I seldom crave for snacks now.

Don't worry, there'll be people checking up on you here at DT so that you'll stay motivated! Just make sure you do your part by staying online and entering your entries!

Have a good day!

Hi Chinadoll! I am even MORE positive after today. (Even tho I am staaaarrrrving right now!) I had a really good day! Ate 1500 cals and walked 3 miles!! I am just so happy to finally have a really good day under my belt for once and am looking forward to weighing in the morning.

I hope that I can eventually kick this snack habit that you seem to have done (Chinadoll). It is slowly getting better but I did sneak a few Ruffles when I made the kids their lunch today...Not more than 200 cals worth but it still thru me off some.

Doubt I'll walk as much tomorrow- but we'll just have to see about that. For now I must get to bed before those chips start calling me again. <img src="smile.gif" border="0">

Good-night!

Yeeeehaaaw!! Was down 2 whole pounds this morning! Making me feel like yesterday was sooo worthwhile and I can do it again today.

Will try eating the bulk of my cals before 2pm and have only fruit after that time if "needed". Drink lots of water and walk at least 1 mile do weights today.

Boy am I feeling positive today! Have a good one!

I'm happy for you, Newme! But don't get too hungry or else you will find losing weight difficult. I haven't starve since I started and it's been slightly difficult ('cos I've restricted myself so much). I've learned and still learning what I can/should be eating but I never allow myself to go hungry.

If you feel hungry, try drinking water. Sometimes, we mistake thirst for hunger. If water doesn't fill you, then it's time to eat something.

I have some yogurt drinks in the fridge. It comes in handy when I am slightly hungry and it's not meal time. Yummy and sugarless! I also keep yogurt as well.

Have a nice day! <img src="cool.gif" border="0"> it's bedtime for me!

Hi, Newme!!<br />Wanted to drop a quick line and let you know I AM keeping tabs on you and reading your journal. Sooo glad you are staying positive. Keep it up!<br />luv ya

Hi Newme, <br />I just was just catching up on your journal. I have been out of town for about a week, I went to Michigan to visit a friend of mine. It sounds like you are doing great. Down 2 pounds this morning and your DH decided to go on the diet with you. That is really great. I'm glad to see things are going well for you.

I hope you had a great day.

Gina

Well hey girls! Chinadoll- what a great tip about the yogurt drink. I'm gonna be looking for some of that. Drinks always help to fill me up. (Fruit always seems to make me hungrier). I'll check that out. And Missycat- where have you been?? How are you doing?? I will be looking for you again tomorrow-I wanna hear what's up. Gina!! Soooo glad you're back and all is well. Now I can stop worrying...didn't know you were going out of town.

Wow! Had another super day. About 1600 cals and walked 2 miles. Will do my weights later. The best thing about all this is that I am PMSing in a major way...feeling like grazing all day long. Chips and chocolate calling my name NONSTOP! What's good about that? Well, I know if I can handle this so well right now then I can for sure handle it when I'm over this hump.

Have had all my cals today. Ate heealthy most of the day. Going now to brush my teeth and will stay out of the kitchen the rest of the night. Can hardly wait to weigh in the morning again!

See ya on the flip side. Good-night to all and good-day to Chinadoll. <img src="smile.gif" border="0"> Make it a good one!

Well- ate a banana last night about 8:30...was just too hungry! Did do my weights tho. Got up this morning feeling good. Stepped on the scale and NO CHANGE. I know I'm expecting too much. Still, psychologically it was a real bummer. Not even 1/2 pound!

Today I will walk at least 3 miles. 1500 cals or less and the bulk of them before 2 pm. Hoping that if I have another great day- it WILL show up tomorrow!

Gotta stay positive and MAKE it a good one!!!

Hi Newme,<br />It looks like you are doing great. Don't be to bummed out by not seeing a change on the scale, sometime it takes a few days. You are doing all the right things so I don't think you have anything to worry about.

I hope you had a super day.

Gina

Gina! Gina! Gina! Thank-you! Thank-you! Thank-you! I am feeling a bit bummed today...got on to find some encouragement and your kind words worked. You're right! I AM doing all the right things. Don't know why I was worried so much. I am just soooo hungry and am feeling like a major binge would make things better- WRONG! I know it would make them worse!! Had a sensible breakfast and lunch and am going to go take a walk now. Thanks for the encouragement!

Another good day! Yipee! Ate about 1600 cals. Walked 3 miles. Can hardly wait to weigh again. Sure hope it's encouraging news.

I'm really hungry, really tired and saying good-night early.

Cross your fingers and wish me luck!

Good-night <img src="smile.gif" border="0">

Well- looks like I'd better break off my love affair with that new bathroom scale. Was up 1/2 pound this morning!! Can't figure it out unless it's all water. Got VERY hungry last night and broke my promise to not snack. Had a granola bar at 7pm. Too late- but was too hungry. Could that have done it? Can feel me resolve slipping. Think I'd better stay off the scale for a while...Maybe I'll wait until Sunday.

Will do my best again today. It's gonna be a busy one so my only "requirement" is to do my weights. Might try and get a mile in too if all goes well. Gotta stick more closely to my plans and make myself understand that hunger is my friend. I just can't seem to lose unless I'm starving.

Have a good one. <img src="redface.gif" border="0">

Hi Newme, it's hard to stay away from the bathroom scale! Every time I weigh myself, I do it 3-4 times just to make sure the weight is correct. Obsessive, I think so.

I know, I seem to lose weight if I hardly eat...but that's temporary, I think.

What time do you eat your dinner? Do you eat dinner at all? I try to eat before 8pm but recently, I've been working late so I try to eat less when I get home. I usually get home around 7-ish (before 8pm).

Hi Newme,<br />I'm sorry to hear that things aren't going good with the scale. I don't really think you have anything to worry about though, your weight can very by a couple of pounds everyday. It's what you lose over the long run that really matters. <br />I think you are doing a great job and if you keep up with your eating and exercise you should not have a problem. Don't get discouraged. Maybe you should try just weighing a couple of times a week instead of everyday.

I hope you had a great day.

Gina

Hi Chinadoll and Gina! Thanks for the encouragement with the weighing. I have figured out that something is going on behind the scenes with my wieght. Just days before the start of my cycle and so am creeping up. (I hope that's all!!) Anyway, I have decided not to weigh again until Sunday- at the earliest. I know what you mean about the scale addiction type of thing, Chindadoll. It was getting rediculous. Love that new scale...but have got to show some control there too.

No, haven't really been eating dinner- let me tell you why. I just read a very informative little booklet about weight loss. It told of a study that was done where 2 groups ate 2000 calories/per day. The people who ate it all for breakfast lost an average of 2.5 lbs/week and the ones who ate it all for dinner in the evening ended up gaining. Well...I'm not eating just breakfast but am trying to eat the bulk of my calories before 2pm. Then just fruit after that...although sometimes I cave in and have a complex carbohydrate instead. Fruit seems to have the affect of making me hungrier I noticed. It's going pretty well. I mean, I am hungry enough at night to know that I must be losing weight. Just haven't seen the evidence yet. Hopefully I'll have a BIG drop in a week or so.

Hmm...after all that I forgot what I was gonna say to you Gina...was there a question? Anyway, I sure appreciate all the encouragement you give! It really does help to keep me going. I will NOT give up!!! It's going to come off- wait and see! <img src="smile.gif" border="0">

Have a great night/day girls! Be true to yourself and we WILL succeed!

Hi Newme, I always weigh a little more when it's that time of the month! I figure it's the bloating and water weight. At the same time, I try to eat normal...and my weight goes back to normal after a few days. So, don't get discourage when you see a sudden increase and panic! In fact, don't weigh yourself even though it's weigh-in day! Just wait till it passes, then weigh yourself...that would be the true weight.

I think that it's so hard to consume everything before 2pm. Like everyone else, I still need to eat dinner but I'm trying to eat less. I admire your strong will if you succeed! All the best!

Thanks Chinadoll- I can't say that I have succeeded yet tho. I do get awfully hungry about 7 pm!

Forgot to mention last night that I did my wieghts and ate about 1500 cals. Hope to do as well today and add some mileage on the treadmill too.

I did NOT get on the scale this morning. Can tell my hands and feet are feeling kinda tight and I know the news would not be good. Getting psyched for the weekend- always a challenge with the family home.

Have a good day everyone! <img src="graemlins/heart.gif" border="0" alt="[heart]" />

Hi Newme,<br />I know I don't always have an easy time on the weekends either with everyone around. I do ok now though because my husband makes breakfast and lunch for everyone on the weekends so that I don't have to do it. It makes it much easier on me. Good luck with your weekend.

Gina

What a great idea Gina!!!!! I think I'll make that suggestions. <img src="wink.gif" border="0">

Had another great day. Kept cals right at 1500 with lots of fruit. And walked 1 mile too. Coulda gotten more in on the treadmill...but was tired for some reason. Getting new walking shoes on Sunday so hoping that will inspire me more.

Hope ya'll had a good one too! I'll see you tomorrow. <img src="smile.gif" border="0">

Stay strong, weekends are bad for me too when I'm with dh! He tempts me too much and I have to stay focus and be really strong about eating certain food only and the amount. Yup, I'm no longer fun to eat with ... good luck!

Ate out with friends for lunch-potluck style. Didn't do too badly tho and kept it smart so feeling ok about that. Went to town this evening to get my shoes. Not completely thrilled with the style but the fit seems ok- and that is what counts. Got a really good buy on them too...and to me that is most important. <img src="frown.gif" border="0"> Crazy, I know! Anyway, came down with my "monthly migraine" while shopping- called the whole thing good and came home. Now I'm not feeling much like working out but will do my weights and call it a day. All in all not a bad Saturday-

Someday we'll be fun to eat with again I hope Chinadoll- Meanwhile lets make ourselves happy, right? <img src="smile.gif" border="0">

Have a great finish to your weekend tomorrow!! Good-night.

Good-morning. Decided not to weigh this morning as I just "started". Will give it a couple more days. Had my usual granola/half banana/soymilk breakfast. Looking forward to a vegeburger for lunch. Will be busy today with family home. Gotta stay focussed. Which hasn't been diffiult with DH dieting to. Can't wait to try my walking shoes!

Have a good day!

That's a good choice for not weighing in. Does your dh eat the same food as you? I've never eaten a vegeburger ...does it taste the same as a regular burger?

In S'pore, we have vegetarian chicken ...it's actually tofu/soy (dunno what's in it) but it tastes like chicken.

Guys lose weight faster than gals so don't get too upset if it seems like your dh is losing weight easily while you're struggling!

Hey Chinadoll! I think vegeburgers are pretty good...but I've been eating them for years and probably have forgotten how good the real thing is. My favorite are Morningstar Farms' Pizza Burgers. But they have more fat so more flavor than most. I also think Boca burgers are good (the ones with a "hint of garlic" are the best)and Green Giant Gardenburgers are good too. Try them if you can find them in Singapore! You'll save some cals among other things!

DH IS losing faster. I've gotten so I don't even ask him anymore. I don't want to know right now...it will only discourage me. I walk MORE than he does AND eat less- NOT FAIR!

Today did 3 miles on the t-mill. Got a blister in my new shoes. Haven't had that happen with new shoes in a while. Hoping it is not indicating that these shoes don't fit or something. I'll keep them a bit longer and see if it improves. Could just be my feet are swollen...? Anyway, kept cals at about 1500 and nothing since 2:30 pm- except a chocolate kiss. What can I say? It was a week moment. I always seem to crave chocolate this time of the month too.

All in all a pretty good day- a pretty good weekend. Can only be better during the week. BTW- the idea of DH cooking all the meals did NOT go over. I did however tell him that he needs to pack his own lunches. With all the extra cooking I'm haivng to do while hungry (for the kids) it's only fair I think...

Have a good night!

That's the spirit! Don't give up just becos your dh seem to be losing faster than you (even if you have to work harder at it)! At the rate you're going, you'll lose all that weight in no time!

From your lips to God's ear Chinadoll! I sure appreciate the encouragement! It does seem some days that I am not losing at all. Got on the scales this morning- even tho I should have waited a few more days, I'm sure. Well, the news wasn't bad...but not good either. I'm exactly the same as I was the last time I weighed. Hoping I'm going to have a big drop here soon.

Will stick to the plans of 1500 cals today and walk some on the t-mill. Evenings are the hardest when I start to get really hungry. I need a hobby!

Make it a good one!

Another good day! Walked 3 miles, ate 1500 cals, nothing after 2 pm...It's really pretty boring how good I'been! Hope I see that big payoff soon.

Hitting the sack early. Very tired today and getting hungrier by the minute.

Be good and good-night!

Ah,Tuesday! Don't have to walk today unless I want to. Will do my weights and keep cals down. Want to especially concentrate on drinking lots of water. Will probably get one mile in anyway. Sure hope this is all paying off. Am anxious to weigh and see what's going on!!

Have a good day!!

Ok- here's the good with the bad. Breakfast was fine...had my usual. Lunch was a different story. Had 2 pieces of vege pizza then reached for the Hershey's kisses and Kool-whip. (yep! Kool-whip). the munchies just got ahold of me today. Well, I walked 3 miles and will do my weights later. Was a high fat day but I don't think it was WAY over calories so I will just forgive myself and forget about it.

Onward and downward!

Good for you. You flubbed but you didn't give up!! I too flubbed today and had fast food. A major no-no! I know that we will survive and go forward!! You can do it!!<br /> <img src="smile.gif" border="0"> <img src="wink.gif" border="0"> <img src="smile.gif" border="0"> <img src="wink.gif" border="0">

Newme, I think that you are doing alright...after all, you are working off those munchies (I doubt the little amount you ate even affect anything) with exercise ...so don't feel guilty (it's the worst feeling at this stage when we are trying our hardest to eat right)!

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Thanks Kristi and Chinadoll- you are both right. I doubt too that it will have an effect on me in the long run...just so hard to "see" that when you've just finished doingit! Well- I didn't let it get to me yesterday and it won't today either. Will walk 3 miles and keep cals low AND low fat! I want to see a change in that scale at the end of the week!!!!

No bananas in the house so I had plain granola with soymilk.

I do feel "thinner". I think my belly is getting flatter- so keep your fingers crossed for me!

And have a good one! <img src="smile.gif" border="0">

HI Newme, <br />Just catching up again on your journal. You seem to be doing really good. You are getting a lot of exercise in and that is great. <br />My husband used to have a job were he was always doing things so he stayed in pretty good shape and then a couple of years ago he changed jobs and he got a desk job and he gained about 25 pounds. When I went on my diet he decided he would go on a diet to. He lost his weight really quick, now he runs about 8 miles a day 4 or 5 times a week. All the while I'm still stuggling to lose my weight. Of course I had 120 pounds to lose and he had 25 pounds to lose. I have lost 61 pounds so far.<br />Anyway I think you are doing a great job. Keep it up.

Gina

Hey Gina! Thanks!! I AM trying! YOU however are doing FANTASTIC!!! 61 pounds?? WOW! I wish I could lose that much. My biggest fear is that I will lose half of what I want to and be "satisfied" and start slacking off. That is what it always seems like happens. I have done this over and over. Sometimes even getting within 5-10 lbs of my goal and then I start to sabotage myself. How have you done so well? How hungry do you get? Any insights you can give me are great. Gonna have to find some time to read thru YOUR journal sometime.

Well- today has been good. Had about 1400 cals. Drank a lot of water and walked 3 miles. Tomorrow will not be as good with the exercise and I'm gonna try not to feel guilty about that. Will do my weights as planned but probably will not get any walking in. That is what will make me feel bad after doing so well here lately. But really Tues. and Thur. are only supposed to be weight days and maybe I need a break. Am starting to get slightly burned out on that.

Going to bed early tonight as tomorrow will be a busy day. Ya'll have a good one! <img src="biggrin.gif" border="0">

The scale hasn't budged!!! I am getting discouraged. Not ready to give up...just descouraged. What am I doing wrong?

Today will be busy. It'll keep my mind of this hopefully. I'm really beginning to wonder if I CAN lose weight.

I will NOT give up tho...No cheating- keep moving- eat less...It's gotta happen! right??

Give that scale a kick <img src="graemlins/laugh.gif" border="0" alt="[laugh]" /> Yes, you can lose. Sometimes it takes lots of time though for that darn scale to move. Just keep on with your good eating, exercie and water. Your doing great. I remember a time when hubby and I dieted together. Was a bad thing, he kept bragging about how much he lost. I wanted to punch his light out <img src="graemlins/laugh.gif" border="0" alt="[laugh]" /> Ofcourse I didn't do that <img src="smile.gif" border="0"> I do know a few couples that have done it successfully together. They would exercise together and really encouraged each other.

Don't worry, Newme try weighing yourself again the next day! After all, if you haven't gain, that's great news! Keep up that positive spirit!!

Hi Newme,<br />I know it's hard when you are not seeing any change in your weight but as long as you keep up with your program you will see results. Sometimes it just takes awhile. Just hang in there.

I hope you have a great weekend.

Gina

Hey you guys- Pastel, Chinadoll and Gina! Thanks for pushing me and giving me some encouragement here. I just hopped on a few minutes ago and read your responses, then my computer crashed (have I mentioned how much I hate this old thing?) and while I was rebooting I found the energy to go do my weights. Thanks!

It was a pretty good day despite the lack of exercise. I cleaned the house this morning and then ran to town to get some errands run. Got a new hair-do and came home beat! After reading your messages tho I felt like I could at least do the minimum requirement.

Ate wisely and had roughly 1400 cals. Was easy to not eat when I was busy this afternoon but am REALLY hungry right now. Well- I'm getting to bed before I eat something!

Ya'll have a good one. Let's keep going until our goals are reality!

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Well- the scale still hasn't budged a singe bit! I really am baffled by this. What could be going on?? Is it possible that I am replacing the fat with fluid and that one day I will step on there and will see a big drop? What could it be?? I am NOT giving up tho- I am determined. I just can't understand why my efforts are not being rewarded....

Today is a walking day and I hope to get in 3 miles. Took those shoes back and got a pair yesterday that hopefully won't give me blisters. They really do feel more comfortable already and I am anxious to try them out. Will stick with the plan for light eating. I really do feel like I am on the verge of a breakthru...don't kow what else to hope for. I keep thinking if I can just hang in here and do this one more day then I'll see the big payoff tomorrow. Hope tomorrow is that day!!

Ya'll have a good one. Keep up the good work. Things can only get better. <img src="biggrin.gif" border="0">

Another good day! 1400 cals and walked 3 miles. Keeping my fingers crossed for the morning.

Good-night.

A busy day ahead. Headed out the door soon with a "picnic lunch" in tow. Won't be home until late this afternoon. Haven't had time to weigh this morning...Will check that out too if pos.

Have a good one!

Just got home. Didn't have a chance to weigh this morning...didn't have a chance to exercise either. Calories were ok... Let's see, One scrambled egg, small serv. tator tots, and 1 glass OJ for breakfast. For lunch 2 thick slices of raisin/nut bread, 1 orange, 1 granola bar and 1 cup of yogurt. That's all I've had today and nothing since 2pm. I am really hoping there will be a loss tomorrow. If not someone tell me why!? <img src="confused.gif" border="0">

Have a good-night!

U eat sooo little! I'm sure the scales will show that you've lost some weight!

Yahoooooo!!!! The scale was down 1.5 pounds this morning!! I am doing the happy dance today! Sooooo glad I didn't listen to DH and stop at Pizza Hut last night! Maybe I'm on a roll...Maybe it will even be down more tomorrow!? In anycase I am finally feeling good. Thanks Chinadoll for your positive pushes! <img src="smile.gif" border="0">

Have a good one!

A pretty good day. Walked a mile so far and might do more. Need to do my wights too...Have eaten well all day.

Good-night.

Up .5 this morning...gonna have to stop weighing so often now. Walked another mile and did my weights last night. Will walk 3 miles today if pos. and eat 1400 or less. Gotta drink more water! Will make an effort to do better with that today.

My clothes are fitting better but the scale isn't moving fast...wonder what's going on.

Have a good one!

A pretty good day! Went over cals by about 200,so walked an extra mile. (That's 4!) Am feeling pretty hungry right now...so going to go brush and find something to do. Think I'm gonna have to trim th cals even more...the weight is just not coming off like it should! Can't understand it. Will experiment and find out what works.

Good-night! <img src="smile.gif" border="0">

Well- the scale is down again today. Will definately drink more water today and see if that helps. Keep cals low and do my weights and walk some. What else can I do??

Have a good one!

You're doing so good! Yahoo ... you lost weight again, you lucky girl! <img src="rolleyes.gif" border="0">

Thanks so much Chinadoll! It's great to finally see the scale move down!

Was having a pretty good day- until DH came home with leftovers from his Christmas party at work! He brought me some goodies and I'm pretty sure I added about 500 cals to an already full day. The problem really was that I wasn't even hungry! Now I'll have to work on fogiving myself for that and NOT letting it affect my eating for the rest of the week!

Walked 3 miles and did some strength training. Will avoid the scale for a day or so! Man am I mad at myself!! <img src="mad.gif" border="0">

Good-night.

Great job Newme. You know you cant always judge your weight by the scale. There have been weeks where the scale hasnt budged but the measurements or the way clothes fit is noticeably better. Take each little thing for what it is :success. You are right, water is important. Your calorie level looks great. You dont want to go too low.

Lindasue <img src="graemlins/heart.gif" border="0" alt="[heart]" />

Hi Lindasue! so good o see you again. <img src="smile.gif" border="0"> You're right...don't know why I get so worried about the scale. I know I'm doing the right things...just have to have faith in that and stay focussed.

Will get back on track by eating extra light today. Try and walk an hour and drink lots of water.

have a good day!! <img src="graemlins/heart.gif" border="0" alt="[heart]" />

Ok- after 4 major computer crashes I am back online. Had a really good day. Ate 1200 cals and walked 3 miles. I am beginning to realize that this weight is going to take a while to come off. Thought I'd drop 10 lbs. right off and continue losing 3 lbs/week or so...Hasn't happened, but I guess it took a while to get on too.

Hope I can keep this up as long as it takes. That seems to be my problem in reaching my goal. Stamina. I lose 20-30 lbs...sometimes not even that much...then think I'm doing good and start putting it on again. This time I want to make it to goal. I'm thinking there will be some kind of magic that happens if I can only do that. Thinking I won't put it on if I can. For now I'd better just keep taking those baby steps tho. One foot in front of the other...slow and steady.

'night. <img src="graemlins/sigh.gif" border="0" alt="[sigh]" />

Will be a busy day today so shouldn't be a real problem with food...might be harder to get my exercise in tho. Will avoid the scale one more day and hope for the best.

Have a good one! <img src="rolleyes.gif" border="0">

Whew! What a busy day. I am pooped. Cleaned the house and ran to town to do all the shopping. NO time for walking but I think I got it all in anyway. Did do some strength training and ate about 1400 cals. Am REALLY hoping the scale is kind to me tomorrow.

Good-night!

Well...I seem to be stuck at the same number on the scale again. Hasn't changed since early this week. I don't understand why this is happening...long plateus and then a one or one and 1/2 lb. loss at once. In years past if I had been following this same plan and exercising like I've been, I'd be seeing a steady drop every week.

Well- I'm still not giving up. Had my usual granola/banana/soymilk breakfast. Will try and drink more today and keep the cals low and low fat. I want to get 3 miles in on the t-mill again today. It's gonna be a busy day again.

Have a good one!

How depressing! DH just came home and informed me that he has lost another 4 lbs. That makes a total of about 15 for him in the last 3 weeks! I've been doing this a little longer than he has and am lucky if I have lost 1/2 that much. <img src="graemlins/crazy.gif" border="0" alt="[crazy]" />

Well, all I can do is my best and today I did that again. Have had 1500 cals and walked 3 miles. The weekend is here and I am determined to do well. I wish I could just do as well as him!

Have a good one! <img src="graemlins/rose.gif" border="0" alt="[rose]" />

Well, scale is down again this morning but not below what I was last Monday...REALLY hoping to break the plateau tomorrow so will be extra good today!

Usual but smaller bowl of granola/banana/soymilk breakfast. Lunch will be early and then away from home all afternoon. Should make it easier. Keep your fingers crossed and have a great day! :)

Hi Newme,
I'm sorry I haven't been around, I haven't been feeling well. I'm back now though. You know I really think you are being to hard on yourself. You can't expect to lose 2 or 3 pounds every week. I know that some people do but most people don't. Most people lose between 1/2 to 1 1/2 pounds per week and that is if they are lucky. Some weeks you will lose more than other weeks but on average you don't want to lose more than 2 pounds per week. It's not good for you and you gain it back easier if you do. I think you are doing great and so far you have lost just about the right amount of weight for the time you have been on your diet. I know how it feels to want it to come off faster but it just takes time. You have really got to stop beating yourself up over what the scale say everytime you get on it. Are you taking your measurements? I know that even when I was on a pleateu that I was still losing inches. I take my measurements once a month. And another thing, don't even worry about how much weight your DH has lost. We all know that men lose faster than women and he has probably never been on a diet before either so his body is going to react differently. I think if you just keep doing what you have been doing you will see results even if it does take longer than you want it to.

I hope you are having a great weekend.

Gina

Ok- gonna try this one more time. Don't understand why I can't post or why they are not showing up. Anyway...we'll see.

Gina- good to see you back and that you are feeling better! MISSED YA! :) I know you're right. I am being too hard on myself. Men do lose faster AND easier than we do. I've gotta start minding my own business and just ignoring how great he is doing! :(

Had a great day yesterday and the scale was down 1/2 lb. this morning. It is coming off slowly but I am happy it's coming off! Just came home to an empty house with DH and kids gone, and I did a terrible thing. Got into the Cheetos and chocolate granola bars. Both really high fat. I'm afraid I've had all my cals for the day already but I should be ok since I'm used to not eating after 2. Will try and get some extra exercise in and enjoy the quiet. Thanks for all the good advice Gina- Hope you're having a great weekend too!!

Newme, don't be too upset abt your dh's losing weight easily! My dh lost 5 lbs easily within a week of eating less! Just be happy for him and concentrate on your goal.

Don't feel too guilty ... at this point, we always feel guilty when we eat something we know we're not supposed to eat.

I have to applaud your determination not to eat after 2 pm! Is that going to be for life or just for this period? Already eating a light dinner is hard for me.

Hi Chinadoll!! Glad to see you are back- Didja have a good time?? Behave yourself?:D I think that I will try and eat light suppers instead of like I've been eating- once this weight is off. Don't think I can go the rest of my life just eating 2 meals/day...don't think I'd want to. But I think a lighter/earlier supper will be the norm when this is over.

It's been a bad, BAD day! Just totally blew it worse than I've done since I started this diet. Ate late, ate junk, ate alot. I'm moving on and forgetting about it now- Just totally wiping it from my thoughts. I know if I obsess about this at all it will do me in so I'm taking my own advice and forgiving and forgetting!

Tomorrow is a new day. Walked one mile today- no weights although this was a weight day. Not even going to try and make up for it tomorrow. Just picking up where I left off and leaving the guilt behind....

Believe me?? :help:

Have a good night.

Yup, I had a good time. I went with my family (dh couldn't go) and I guess there wasn't much temptation to overeat when you travel with people who don't obsess with food.

Forgive yourself and start over ... at least you're exercising what you ate. Don't feel guilty! You can do it!

Ok then- I'm having a no guilt, starting over kind of a day. Had my usual breakfast and did not weigh this morning. Will do my walking and forget about yesterday even tho I feel sick. :tongue: Was maybe a good thing that I did that to remind me how much better I feel when I eat right!!

DH is really looking good after his 15lb. loss. Sure hope I look so good in a few more weeks!

Better get moving. Have a really GREAT day!:D

Well, had an ok day. Not the best but coulda been much worse. Stopped myself from binging a couple of times and I can be proud of that, I guess. I'm not sure why I'm having such a struggle right now- was doing so good for so long. It's like my body is fighting to be fat or something! Anyway, had at least 1700 cals, maybe more. Walked 3 miles and did my Power Ryder for a while too. Hopefully tomorrow will be better. Gotta get to the bottom of why I'm trying to sabotage myself. Will ponder this!

Good-night.

Anticipating an exceptional day. With the "weekend" food finally gone it should be a snap. Reeeaaally need this to happen in order to feel a success. Will do the usual walking and weights and eat extra light. HAVE to make myself get on the scale tomorrow no matter what happens...ignoring it won't help.

Have a super day! * * * *

How long do you work on the power ryder? I find that tough on my back when I tried my dad's power ryder. My friend can work on it for 30 mins! That's a good workout! Keep it up!

HI Chinadoll! I am not very good on the power rider- right now I just concentrate on doing a specific amount of reps. I'm up to about 75 with it on the most difficult setting. Hopefully I will work up to doing more. You're right, it is very hard! Your friend must be in super good shape!!! Someday.... :)

A pretty good day. Not real sure how many calories today...but not feeling very hungry so am guessing I didn't do extra well like I wanted to. I did manage to walk an hour and want to at least do my weights or the power rider later. Hope that scale says something nice to me tomorrow! I'm afraid I might be running out of steam- just HAVE to get some good news soon.

Good-night!

Hey, hey, hey. Finally-the scale is down 1.5 lbs!!! I am thrilled! Had no idea it would be down at all. Guess I am maybe getting used to eating less? I dunno- have not been "starving" as usual- But I'll take it! Now gotta make sure I don't let this good news go to my head and start thinking I can let up or something. NOt sure why I do that sometimes (fear of being thin??) Have a long way to go before that fear is realized anyway- so will just stick to my guns and do my best to keep losing. It's coming off slowly but it's coming! (Still haven't figured out why I'm not losing steadily).

Will do my usual 3 mile walk, watch the nibbling and stay positive.

Have a good day! :)

Hi Newme,
Congrats on your loss! Your doing great! It sounds to me like your eating and exercise are going great. I'm sure the weight will be coming off in time. Keep up the good work.

Gina

Yah, the weight is coming off and it's all thanks to your persistent hard work! You're such an inspiration!

Hey girls! Thanks so much for your encouragement once again! You are both such an inspiration to ME! Gina- You've come a long way and Chinadoll- how you stay on the straight an narrow with all that tempting delicious food around- I have no idea! Just wanted you to know how much I appreciate you both. Chinadoll- just knowing that I am somehow inspiring you makes me want to do a better job of it. Thanks so much for telling me that. :)

Today was a good day. Ate approx 1400 cals an walked 3 miles. Tomorrow is that killer cleaning/errands day and I know I probably won't get as much walking in. Still, I can do my weights and watch what I eat even more closely. NOt planning to weigh again until Sunday- I just enjoy seeing those bigger drops so much more. I'll have to exercise my self control just staying off the scale tho. :help:

I really am just now starting to feel better about myself. I know I've only lost 9 lbs...and have so much farther to go. But I'm beginning to feel that it is actually doable and starting to notice my cloths are fitting better. Another month and I'll be in my favorite jeans...not that I'm gonna stop there. I'm thinking at this rate (and who knows if it will continue) I could reach my goal by the end of June. I know those last 10 lbs are the worst tho so am really not expecting to be at goal until August. Still, I can't help hoping!

Have a good-night everyone. Let's make tomorrow count!

Well so much for plans. Woke up this morning feeling "lighter" and decided to hop on the scale. I was down another 1/2 pound! This MUST be the only time of month that I can lose and I am psyching myself up for another "dry" spell. After weeks of seeing little change it all seems to be catching up with me- I'm not arugueing!

Plans to clean today and since DH is off he has decided to do the errands in town for me if I want...I just might let him and get some exercise in while he's away. We'll see how it all works out. Meanwhile, eat light, stay focussed and stay positive!

Make it a good one!! :D

Well...a busy day! Got everything done and DH wanted me to go to town with him. Got no exercise in and ate more than I should have for lunch. Oh well...looking at it as kind of a "day off".

I will surely do better tomorrow!!

Good-night! 8-|

You losing inches 'cos of all that hard work you put in your exercise. I should calculate by distance as well, right now, I'm only recording the length of time I workout. I bet if we both work out together, you will be speeding off!! :D

Well- I don't know that I would be speeding off- but it sure would be fun to work out together. I think it would help me get a little more motivated with the exercise. Haven't walked yet today, just feeling slow and sluggish. But after yesterday I WILL get that done!!

Had the usual breakfast. Kinda boring but I like it and have just read that variety is not necessarily a good thing when you're dieting. Seems most people stick to their diets better if there is less variety. (I think I read that in Reader's Digest). Seems to work for me so I'll just keep doing it.

The weekend will be a challenge. Going to visit a friend for her birthday. Expect to have a piece of cake as my weekly dessert will watch the rest.

Have a great day and a wonderful weekend! :x

Today just had to MAKE myself get on that treadmill! But I got an hour in and covered those 3 miles. Stuck with the plan and had about 1400 cals again today- so have proven that I can still do it.

Bad news - I'm feeling very PMSish. :( Here come the cravings, the water retention, the tiredness and the dispairing moods...Gotta get thru this somehow without putting on that weight!!

:coach: Have a great weekend and try to stay positive!

Take it easy, Newme, I usually give myself a break during that time of the month. I'm proud of you for sticking it out!! Shows your determination!!

Thanks Chinadoll! It helps to know I've got your support! I'll be taking it easy for today for sure. Off to visit a friend for her birthday...but will behave. :) NO plans for exercise today but will really watch what I eat closely.

Won't have time to post 'til late tonight...Until then have a good one!:D

Well, and OK day cosidering...Did pretty good with a piece of cake and icemilk after lunch and then just a little pasta salda for suppter...Guess I kinda thought of today as a day off and didn't do any walking either. Oh well- will hit it hard again tomorrow!!

Good-night.

Haha! with all those typos it looks like I was really tired last night!

Today will be better- Already off to a good start. Had my usual breakfast and have walked a mile. Getting a little tired of DH's complaining "I only lost 2 lbs. last week"... He's lost over 20 so far!!!! It's starting to slow down now tho and I hope he can get over the disappointment- it's starting to get on my nerves. X-(

Want to get my 3 miles in and also do my weights later. Will be very careful with my calories today...really want to get back on track and see a loss soon. Woke up this morning with swollen feet...I know it's that time. :( Gotta just hang in there and keep at it. It'll all be worth it in the end!!!

Have a good one! :)

Ended up being a pretty good day. Started out I didn't want to exercise and after I got that mile in I didn't want to do more. Made myself get on the treadmill and put in 2 more late this evening. Problem is with both of us using it I'm afraid our treadmill is on it's last leg. Don't know what I'll do when it breaks down for good. Ate about 1500 cals today and am fighting cravings like crazy. Will be happy when this week is over!

Will have to be extra diligent in planning my meals out ahead and then sticking to it.

Good-night.

the usual breakfast- feeling tired and will have to push to the exercise done today. will keep cals at 1500 or lower. I REALLY want the scale to drop when I weigh next week!! Have to keep that as my focus. Just hang on a few more days and I'll see a loss.

Hang in there!!!:o

An ok day- walked 3 miles and ate (I think) about 1500 cals. Really fighting the snitching demons right now. Gotta do better! One down....hm...6 to go? Who knows...just feeling really heavy and staying away from the scale.

Keep at it- we're gonna do this!!

good-night.

Way to go, Newme, looks like you've been exercising like crazy!! Be thankful that your dh is making an effort to lose weight, mine has been putting his diet on hold since Nov ... still trying to get him to move!

Good-morning Chinadoll! Yes- thankful that DH is doing something...He's just doing it so fast it's depressing. I mean...He has gone from being heavier than I am to now weighing less. That bothers me!! Good motivation I guess...?

Had the usual breakfast and need to go walk- starting to get burned out on that but don't know what else to do.

Today I'm staying out of the cupboard and fridge unless it's mealtime. I just can't risk even getting started.

Have a good one!

A pretty good day. Still resisting the urge to snack, snack, SNACK! What I would give for a Hostess Twinkie right now! Made some "next to nothing mushroom pate'" instead....and told myself I was eating something I wanted. Walked my 3 miles- just keep plodding along hoping for a big payoff soon. Was thinking today how fun it would be, when I finally reach goal, to sit down and eat all that I wanted of everything I like. A real binge fest. I think I need some psychological adjustments before I get there! Can't let myself think like that!

Off to bed before I eat something. Ya'll have a good one!:D

Off to a slow start today- Had a little extra breakfast (piece of toast) to try and ward off the late afternoon/evening munchies. Will try and get my walking in today although I have to say I DON'T WANT TO DO IT!!!! Maybe I'll do some outside today-

Made the mistake of hopping on the scale today and found out I have not lost a single thing in a week. Hoping it's just hormones! Feeling really down. :(

Have a good one.

Hi Newme,
I'm sorry your feeling down today. I know not having a loss can be discouraging but don't give up. If you just keep going you will see, it will happen and you will see results. You are doing a great job of sticking to your plan. I know it is going to happen for you.

I hope you had a good day.

Gina

Hey Gina!! Thanks so much for stopping by to encourage me! I've gotta say it was a bad, bad day food wise- probably about 2000 calories!! But good in that I figured out what my "problem" is. Started my period today and am so relieved that I am not just "doing bad". I'm about 4 days early- so no wonder I couldn't figure it out...was just disgusted with the way I was wanting to eat everything, no weight loss, tired and discouraged. Things will only get better from here.

Had to use up some things in the fridge and decided to make some pastries- well, found a recipe from my grandma that made WAY more then I thought it would! Got a ton for the freezer and am hoping the kids will eat it ALL!

Gotta stay on track just a few more days and then hoping to see a loss!!! :D

Hi Newme,
Don't worry about the extra calories today, one day never hurt anyone. Don't worry about the scale this week either and I'm sure that next week you will see a loss after your period is over. Stay away from those snacks though you don't want to have to many 2000 calorie days. I'm just kidding, you are doing a great job.

I hope you had a good evening.

Gina

I know it Gina- that really was dumb of me! Thanks for the encouragement! I am already feeling in better control today.

It's my busy day and have to clean the house and run to town to do errands. I doubt I will get much exercise in today- but will try. It's one of those days that I wish I could send everyone out of the house and just stay in bed...Why does that sound so good to me? Well...better get moving!

Have a good one!:o

I heard that the twinkle is made to last for 100 years. That made me stop eating that for a long time. Sometimes, we can think of the negative effects all those bad food can do to us and maybe that would help stop the craving ... just a suggestion, what do you think?

:ha: :ha: :ha: That is a good idea Chinadoll!! I hope it will work when I am in the midst of my PMS cravings tho. They have been better today- Thank Goodness! In fact I think I ate a little below cals today. On the other hand I didn't exercise AT ALL. Don't know why but I am really sore today and just feel really draggy. I think it's ok that I am taking a day off from that- seems like I need it. Got myself some Chromium picolinate (or however you spell that) tea tonight and we'll see if it makes a difference anytime soon.

I'm nursing a migraine and am hitting the sack early. Good-night!

Sorry you have a migraine.
I've never heard of Chromium picolinate tea, what's it do?
Hope you feel better and the cravings go away.
God bless
-Rachel

Hi Rachel! Chromium Picolinate is supposed to naturally help your body to burn calories effeciently by making fat and blood sugar available to use as fuel. (that's off the box ;) ) I've seen the pills before and wanted to try them but they are always soooo expensive- the tea was $2 so I'll give it a shot! We'll see if it works...

Made a change for breakfast this morning- Got some Special K with strawberries. It's really good- just don't know yet if it will stick with me like granola. Hope so 'cuz it's a lot lower in fat!!

No exersize yesterday so I've GOTTA get moving today!! (I'm dreading it for some reason).

Ya'll have a good day and a GREAT weekend! :D

Hi Newme,
I just threw away 2 whole bottles of chromium picolinate, it gives me a headache when I take it.
I know I haven't really felt like working out lately either but I try to go and do it anyway. I haven't been going for as long as I should though. Once I get started it's not to bad.
I hope you are feeling ok and I hope you have a great weekend.

Gina

Well- a bad day again. Have had that stupid monthly migraine all day. Stayed busy around the house and didn't eat much at all. Then DH came home with 2 pieces of vege pizza leftover from work. I really didn't even want it but he was so excited to give me something special. I ate it anyway. Oh well...I think calorie wise I am right where I should be anyway, but didn't get any exercise in because of the headache. Gina- I am wondering if that tea gave me a little worse migraine than usual...didn't drink any after I read your note.

Sure hope I feel better tomorrow! Have a great weekend!

A very strange day. Ate a bowl of Special K for breakfast- went out and didn't get home for lunch until after 3. By then I wasn't hungry but felt I should eat anyway- and haven't really stopped much since then. Haven't really been hungry- just eating. No exercise again today. Looking forward to getting back on track tomorrow!! Have not felt good in days- Hope I'm over the "hump" and will be better tomorrow.

Good-night.

Just dropping by to say hi! I actually took some fat burning pills to help speed up the weight loss ... it helps a little but I think a lot has to come from within you (portion control & exercise). I'm trying out drinking lemon juice everyday ... it's supposed to help burn fat and get rid of all the oil we consume in our meals. Can't tell whether it works 'cos I've also increase my exercise routine. Good luck!

Hi Chinadoll! I'm gonna have to try that lemon juice trick. I'd like to hear more about it...Like how much and do you take with water? Anyway- You are so right! It really has to come from within doesn't it? There's nothing you can do to lose weight if you are not psyched to be committed to your program! I have had such a bad few days here I'm gonna have to work on psyching myself up again!! I have really not done terribly bad...just not feeling good at all and lacking the exercise. That makes such a difference with how I feel I'm doing. I know my problems are all hormonal but they are so extreme this month I am thinking I need to see a Dr. For now I'll just ride it out doing the best I can. Hey! It's all I can do right?

Ate ok- no exercise. Just feeling very tired and lethargic. Stood up and thought I was gonna faint a couple of times today. Having migraines almost constantly and all the rest. Sorry to be such a downer. Really hoping to l better SOON! Meanwhile I'll stick to the eating plan.

Good-night.

Ok- feeling some better today. Gonna stick to the plan no matter what. Will keep cals at or below 1400 and walk 3 miles today. Will also hop on the scale here before I eat anything. I need to find out what's going on even if it is bad news.

Stick to the program no matter what! Come on- We can do this!

Okay, we know that lemon cleanses the oil from the body ... so I mix 1 freshly squeeze lemon with half cup of water. No sugar. It's lemonade w/o sugar ... sour. You might like to drink some water half hour later or else you'll get hungry ... it can be quite acidic so if you have a sensitive stomach, don't try it. I haven't had it for two days now ... but I've got friends who love consuming lemon and they are skinny thin. I still believe in eating in moderation and exercising ... that's the best.

Hi Newme,
I'm sorry to hear that you have not been feeling well. I hope that today was better for you. Maybe if you feel you need to see a Dr. you should go ahead a do it. Maybe there is something going on that you can't see. I hope you will be feeling better soon.

Gina

Hiya Gina! I think I am going to make an appointment soon. I think I am too young for menopause but maybe not. Anyway, it would be nice to know what's going on!

Had a good day. Walked 3 miles and ate about 1500 cals. Stuck with the plan and am really feeling alot better today. Amazing what a difference a few days can make! Gonna try Chinadolls lemon juice trick tomorrow. I have heard that it does cleanse your body of impurities- just wasn't sure how to go about doing it. Now I know how...

DH is talking about taking me out to eat tomorrow for Valentine's Day since he works Thursday and is off tomorrow. Not sure how that will go...or what we'll eat. Will see and just do my best!

Have a good one!

Had Special K for breakfast- now I'm waiting to see what's for lunch! :D Will try and get all my exercise in but will be busy if we go to town for the day. I'll do my best!

Have a good day!

Hi Newme,
I'm glad to hear that you are feeling better. I hope everything went well today. I think I'm going out to eat tonight to. I just don't want to have to fight the crowd tomorrow night on Valentine's Day so we are going out tonight.

I hope you had a great day.

Gina

Happy Valentines Day Everyone! Gina- did you have a nice time eating out?

Don't know what the story is on this site but I couldn't get on most of yesterday and part of the day before. Then last night when I could've I forgot!!

Had an ok day yesterday. Ate out the day before and splurged just a little. Had a Caesar salad for lunch then went to the store and got a pint of Haagan Daz Gelato- It was very good, but tasted so sweet to me after not having anything like that for so long. I only ate a cup. Did get all my walking in so far and that really helps! Got on the scale and haven't lost anything lately. Hpeing it will catch up with me soon and I'll show a significant loss all at once- and soon!

Today is my busy day but don't have to run to town so it shouldn't be too bad. Ya'll have a good day- and don't eat too much chocolate! :laugh:

Hi Newme,
Happy Valentine's Day! I had a nice dinner last night and I did pretty good, today is my weigh in day and I had a loss this morning so I was happy. I have lost 67 pounds now. I still have 50 to go before I get to goal though.
You seem to be doing so well with your eating and exercise you should be losing to. I think you are going to see a big loss soon. Have you been taking your measurements? I have been through times were I have been on a plateau and still lost inches during that month. I think it is just as important to take your measurements as it is to weigh. Just do it like once a month. If you are exercising maybe you are gaining muscle and that is why you are not losing as fast.
I still think you are doing a great job. If you keep it up I'm sure you will see a loss soon.

Have a great day.

Gina

Hi Gina- Congrats on your loss!! I see you and I are hanging out at right around the same number. I too think I should lose about 50 more lbs. So glad you are treading this road with me!

Thanks too for the reminder to measure! I always forget that!! It's a good idea I'm sure. I think I'll take care of doing that tonight.

Well- was busy this morning and I know I burned a bunch of calories. Went ahead and walked a mile too even tho I am tired out. Maybe I'll even do another one later. Usually this is my day off from exercising. Have done good with the food too. Am not feeling hungry and am done for the day. Hoping tomorrow- when I get on the scale- that I'll be rewarded.

Have a fun Valentines evening ;) (Hmmm...did that work?) :o

Getting a late start today. Had a small bowl of granola and 1/2 piece of banana bread for breakfast and walked a mile after that. Will walk more later and will eat as little as pos. for lunch. I REALLY want to see the scale move Sunday.

Ya'll make it a good day! We can and we WILL do this!!!

Hi Newme,
I'm glad to see that can do attitude today. I think that makes a big difference in how well our diets go.

I hope you have a great weekend.

Gina

Wanted to know what was new with you so I caught up on your journal. I am so proud of you in your 'sticking' with it. Keep on keeping on!!

I hope you had a nice Valentine's. :rose:

Barbara

Hope you had a good V-day .... just dropping by to say you're doing a great job ... I haven't had ice cream since Sept and it's killing me! I'm still drinking that lemon juice ... I'm getting used to it and I must admit it has helped maintain my weight (I would have put on weight 'cos I started to eat more). Actually, I kinda like it cos it's lemonade (w/o sugar) and I feel less bloated after drinking it. You can do it, Newme! Keep that determination!

Hi Gina, Missycat and Chinadoll! How great for the 3 of you to stop by to encourage me!! Gina, my attitude stinks at times and I have decided to make myself happy. No one else can do it and it does make such a difference!! Who cares how fast DH is losing (almost 25lbs since Jan.1!!!) I'm losing too, and even if it isn't as fast it is still going DOWN an that is so much better than what I was doing before. You are doing so fantastic! 67 lbs so far is absolutely FANTASTIC!! You are my hero! :) Missycat, thanks so much for your encouragement too! I have missed seeing you here! Let's do this thing girl! And Chinadoll, you are so faithful! How in the world have you gone without icecream for soooo long!? That is such an accomplishment in itself. You ROCK girl! I have been drinking lemon and water for a few days now and have discovered that if I put a little Stevia in (or other no cal sweetner) I do much better with it- Whew! it is sour!

I had an ok day. Cals around 1500 I think. Was snitching here and there while baking and cooking this morning. I hate when I do that and have got to figure out a way to quit! That is my number one problem! Got 2 miles in and a short workout on the Powerider. Tomorrow will be a challenge as weekends are. Ya'll have a great weekend and be good! :)

Good-morning!

Was too busy yesterday to log in...managed to get some walking in tho and ate light. Scale this morning said I was down 2.5 lbs! I think some of that may be do to lack of drinking water yesterday. We'll see if the numbers stay down. Haven't weighed in almost 2 weeks so it's not a great loss- but I'll take it!

Today will be busy too with a birthday party this afternoon with friends. Will really watch what I eat tho- I'm motivated again and want to keep that weightloss REAL! Will try and get some walking in too.

Have a good-day!

Boy am I up late tonight! Gotta get to bed. Had a very good day! Walked only 2 miles but have eaten about 1200 cals. I think I might even weigh again in the morning!

Have a good-night.:D

Hey, hey, hey! The scale was down another 2 pounds this morning!!! I think it may be 'cuz I'm dehydrated...we'll see. Gonna drink a ton of water today and watch what I eat. I have hit that magic time of the month where the scale moves down quicky and really want to take advantage of it.

Have a good day!

Ok- just recalculted my loss today- it wasn't 2 lbs, just 1.5. But I'm still happy! That's 14 since Jan 1. How do I celebrate this- without food!!?

Had a good day. Walked 3 miles and have eaten about 1500 cals. Have had a headache since Saturday morning and am not sure what is causing that! So far today I've been able to control it with meds, so I'm not too upset...just getting really tired of being tired.

I've got about 13 more weeks before vacation and I'm thinking now that it is doable! I've averaged about 2 lbs/week since I started and want to lose 30 before I go with another 15 thru the rest of the summer. Soooooo- I'm encouraged. Amazing how losing a little can really make such a difference in my attitude!

Going to bed early and thinking maybe it will help my head. Ya'll have a good night!

Head IS better today! Stupidly got on the scale this morning- won't do that again for a while. Was up .5 lbs since yesterday. Think I am finally getting rehydrated...Anyway, will only weight once/week now.

Feeling really hungry. Hope I can get by with 1400 calories today and feel good. Will walk 3 miles, and try and do my weights. Have really neglected those lately.

Have a good day and stay positive!

Hi Newme, my day is ending while yours is starting. I didn't do too good today so I hope yours will turn out better than mine. That's great that you've been losing 2lbs every week! Wish mine was like that ... have to be more determined like you!

Hope you have a good day!

Hi Chinadoll- Sorry to hear your day was not so good. I think we have to remind ourselves more often that it isn't the occasional "mess up" that determines our goals being met- but the general pattern of our everyday life. Those bad days can sure make us feel bad...but let's get it in perspective and realize that they are pretty inconsequential in the long run. I sure do hope you have a better day today!

Mine was not bad. Walked 3 miles on the treadmill and might even get some weights in later. Had 1400 cals and am feeling kinda hungry so will brush my teeth quick and make sure my day stays good.

Let's stay determined and forgive ouselves when we need to. This sure beats the way it used to be- right? :)

Tks Newme for your kind words. I used to be able to get over these kind of mistakes easily but I guess I'm at a point where I'm tired of maintaining the weight! I have started over today and am doing a lot better!

Good job on maintaining your cal limits and exercising. Have a good day ahead!

(((hugs))) Chinadoll. I know just what you're saying- been there soooo many times before. I've even been within 5lbs of my goal and then "messed up" a few times, felt bad about doing that and ended up gaining it all back. Losing weight is such a mind game...we have to keep telling ourselves AND believing that we deserve to be thin and that no matter how bad we do sometimes, it's all just a little part of the great big picture of life. Sure we're gonna mess up-we can't do well all the time (don't even want to). But we'll keep feeding ourselves what is best for us because we love ourselves and we'll splurge now and then (because we love ourselves) and then "forgive" that indulgence (because we love ourselves). That's just the way I see it right now- I KNOW it's so hard to keep it in perspectve and see the positive side when you're not succeeding the way you think you should be! Remind me of all this when I'm struggling too, OK? :)

Last night I was up 'til almost midnight waiting for DH to get home from work. I started feeling kinda sick to my stomach from not eating and so had a small bowl of cereal. (about 150 cals) I don't like eating so late but I did feel better when I was done. I think maybe my blood sugar was low or something. Today I'll get that walking in, stick to the plan and get to bed early.

Have a good day!

That's so sweet of you to wait up for your dh ... it's great when you both are so in love!

Tks for that speech ... don't mind if I copy it and paste it whenever I read that someone has messed up!

Hi Newme,
Just stopping in to say hi! I hope everything is going good for you.

Have a great day.

Gina

Hi girls! So nice of you to stop by. Chinadoll, please do cut and paste that- I may need you to remind me someday.:D

Had an ok day. Walked 2 miles so far and have eaten about 1200 cals. My energy is so low right now, not sure why. Gonna try taking some vitamin B complex and see if that helps. Just feel like sleeping all the time.

Will try and get some more exercise in later. Hope you all had a good day!

I've got so much to do today I don't even want to get started. Have company comeing tonight and have to get everything cleaned and ready along with some baking etc. Should keep me plenty busy and out of trouble.

Will stick to the plan and maybe get some walking in if all goes well.

Have a good day!

Boy am I hungry!! Ate a couple of hundred extra calories today and still feeling a major defecit. Not sure what's up but I'm done for hte day. No walking but was busy all day long and have hardly sat down, so not too worried.

Hope everyone had a good one. See ya tomorrow.

Hi Newme,
Thanks for visiting my journal! I was so excited to see you there! I wrote to you there but I wanted to come here and write to. I think it would be great if you joined the challenge. I'm hoping I can get my program back in line. My eating has been off and I really haven't been exercing like I should and I haven't been drinking my water. Everything has been off. I hope this will help. I'm going to start on Monday, I will be posting on the 21 day challenge board. I will be posting about my exercise, my thoughts about how I'm doing in general and my food maybe. Sometimes I eat so bad I would want anyone to know about what I'm eating. I'll probably post about how much water i'm drinking to. I'm not sure what else. I can't wait to get started, I think it is really going to help. I would have started it sooner but I just couldn't do it this week, I had a lot of stuff to do and I wanted to take the time to do it right.
Well I have a really busy day today with the party and all going on but I wanted to stop by and write before I got going this morning.
I hope you have a great day.

Gina

Hi Gina! boy am I having trouble today. I have been on here 45 min. just looking at 3 posts! I'll be with you on Monday- count of that. Just don't know how I'll do posting in 2 places. As it is I feel that I'm spending too much time on here already. We'll see...

Today has started out wrong. I have overeaten. Made a BIG breakfast for the company here- and ate way more than I needed to! I think I've probably already eaten more than my days total should be. The good news is I'm full- and satisfied. I think I'll really be ok not eating the rest of the day. May get some popcorn this evening if it's to much. In any case I've had a bad start and need to redeem myself by being good the rest of the day.

This weekend is going to be hard. I'll do the best I can and come Monday morning I'll really buckle down.

Have a good day and a good weekend too!:D

Just stopping in to say "HI" and catch up on ya. You're doing good. I am proud of your determination.

I'm down 11 now since January 2. That may not sound like much but it has been steady and sure and I am so proud of it. I know you tend to get upset when you see only .5 losses but remember those .5s add up!!

Today is my 10 year anniversary w/DH. Can you believe that?! I'm going to try to just remember moderation in the celebration dinners but not deprive myself of anything.

I hope you enjoy your company this weekend. Try to be good but enjoy yourself! I will talk to you soon.

B

Well hiya Babs! Sure hope you are having fun RIGHT NOW! I completely forgot about your anniversary! Now I wish I had gotten on to chat with you today! I sure miss those- was just too busy with company etc. You are doing fantastic! 11 pounds!? What do you mean "it might not sound like much"? That is a LOT and on you even more. :) You are so near your goal- Keep it up!!

Well, I had a bad, bad, bad day. Had cookies and icecream and doritoes. Feeling totally gross and wishing I had stuck to my plan. Didn't even get a tad of exercise in! Totally wiped out after that late night last night. Tomorrow will definately be better. It WILL!! It has to! Don't think I'll get much exercise but will be way more controlled in my eating. Am feeling like Gina and really looking forward to Monday.

All I can do now is forgive and forget. (And be extra good for a few days to try and make up). Ya'll stay on the straight and narrow.

Good-night.

Well, another unintentional "day off". Really looking forward to getting back on track tomorrow!!! Not much to say- Just feeling really yucky after eating like I used to. :(

Let's recommitt to doing our best with the new week!

Good-night.

Hi Newme,
Just stopping by to see if you are ready to get started tomorrow. It sounds like you are. Don't worry about this weekend. You can start fresh tomorrow. We are going to do great with this challenge. Don't worry about it if you don't feel like you can post in 2 places it's ok, I will just check in here with you everyday to see how you are doing. It's no big deal. As long as you are doing the challenge that is what is important.

I hope you had a great weekend.

Gina

Hey Gina! Hope you're having a good weekend and that the party went well! Thanks for checking up on me. I feel like I've been on vacation! Haven't walked since Wed. and been eating whatever I wanted, whenever I wanted all weekend long. Well- tomorrow it changes. I am soooo ready for this challenge! Can't wait to get started! It is going to be a challenge too and not just the usual thing. I mean, I'm going to strive for perfection- 21 perfect days in a row. No cheating, no nibbling, nothing but water after lunch and walking every day. I wonder what's going to happen if I follow that plan. Think we can lose 10 lbs in 3 weeks? I'm thinking it is possible after this pig out weekend of mine. I figure I'll lose a few pounds pretty fast. Thanks for thinking this up. I am feeling so positive about it!

Well- nothing good to report here- so I'm signing the old Newme off and the new Newme will report for duty in the morning. Good night!:D

This is the day! Off to a good start with my Red Special K. Need to go walk yet. Lunch will be soup and sandwich. NO cheating and eating extra-light for a few days to make up for this weekend. :(

Gina! Good- luck with today! This is gonna be great!!!

Hi Newme,
The party went great, thanks for asking. I'm glad to hear your ready to get started on the challenge. I am to. I think it's really going to help get me back on track with my eating and exercise. I have really been going down hill lately. I'm sure we can drop a few pounds in the next few weeks. You will probably do even better since you did take a few days off from your diet. I have found that if I do that even when I don't mean to that when I do go back on my diet and start eating right that I usually have a loss. I think it's good to take I little break now and then. I'm not talking about going all out and eating like a pig or anything like that but just kind of eating regular like your not on a diet. I have found if you do that every couple of months just for a few days it helps me. Anyway I think you are going to do really good. I hope I do good to but there is only so many things that I can change that I have been doing. My eating hasn't been very good so I can change that some and I haven't been exercing as long as I could be so I can change that. I also haven't been drinking as much water as I should be. Well now that I look at it there is a lot of things I can change. I guess that is the point of this challenge. I think it is going to go well.
I hope you have a great day!

Gina

Well Gina- I sure hope your day was better than mine. I'm afraid I strayed from the path a few times today...think it's gonna be harder to get back on the wagon than I thought. I hate to even tell you about it...I think I've disappointed you. But then I figure that if I'm not honest here I'm not being honest with myself either. Tomorrow will be better. Gonna start writing everything down and recording it here. That's how I got started with this and it really did help me to watch what I had- as long as I had to publish it for all to see. So, starting tomorrow I'll be putting it all down! NO EXCUSES.

We're gonna do this Gina- one day at a time.

See you tomorrow.

Hi Newme,
It's ok, don't feel bad if your are not doing so great right now there is always tomorrow. Sometimes it is harder to get back going the way we should be than we think. Don't be so hard on yourself just because you are not doing good right now. You will get headed back in the right direction again soon I'm sure. You don't have to be perfect just do the best that you can.

I hope you have a good day tomorrow.

Gina

Good-morning Gina! Thanks for your kind words. I am doing better already today. Don't have much of an appetite and am thinking I'll only drink water (lots and lots of it) until I get hungry. It always seems hard for me to get back on track when I've been off for a while. I'd better buckle down and nip this in the bud before it gets out of hand tho! I've ruined too many diets just getting into the wrong frame of mind after falling off the wagon.

So far today- water-YUM. Will do my best today! Have a great day Gina!:)

Hi Newme,
Just checking in, I'm sure you will do fine today. Sometimes it can be hard to get back on track but I know you can do it. Just do your best.

Hope you have a good day.

Gina

A much better day. Still not up to par on the walking. Only one mile again today... but will do better as I feel "more on track".

Had a bowl of granola, banana and milk for breakfast.
Lunch was a small salad, chips and a bag of light popcorn.

Hope you had a good one!

Hi Newme,
Just stopping by to see how you are doing. It's looks like you had a better day yesterday. I'm glad to see that. I hope today went just as good for you. I will check back in later.

Hope you had a great day.

Gina

Hi Gina! Thanks for checking up on me. Don't know what happened to my post from this morning- but it's missing and now I forgot what I said.

Breakfast was an extra big bowl of granola, banana and milk.
Lunch was a low fat cheese sandwich, lentil soup and a few chips.
Have been drinking lemon/water and fake sweetner to fill me up.
Walked 3 miles today- all in all a good day!

Tomorrow will be busy. Hope you had a good one Gina- Feel free to tell me about it- I am finding it hard to look around in other journals. DH told me last night MAYBE we can get a new computer when taxes come back! I'm so excited!! :D

Good-night.

I'm wondering if I should weight this morning. WAS soooo hungry last night I coulda sworn I lost a few pounds... Still thinking.

A busy day ahead. Will have the usual breakfast. Extra granola yesterday didn't really seem to help so I'll go with the usual amount. Lunch might be in town...(taco bell). Have to clean the house as well so won't be much time for walking.

My determination is coming back as I remind myself of the vacation coming up in a few months.

Have a good day!

Do you find drinking the lemon water helpful? I've been drinking it but I still weigh the same. I do feel less bloated and good knowing that I get my daily doses of Vit C... Hmmmm .... but an ex-colleague told me that people who eat a lot of lemon is usually slim ... she lost weight by having lemon juice in the morning, healthy lunch and normal dinner ... all that without any exercise. I tried that but got too hungry in the mornings.

Hi Newme,
I had a pretty good day yesterday to. It wasn't as good as it could have been but it was ok. I did go to the gym and I drank all my water. I didn't have any diet coke which is a big one for me. I been trying to eat better and I have been doing ok but I didn't do to good yesterday.
I'm glad to hear that you are doing better though. I think you will probably feel stonger everyday.
By the way good luck on getting the new computer.

Hope you have a great day.

Gina

Just checking in to say hi. Stick to your plan. You know what to do. Stop second guessing yourself (*said with loving sternness*). You will lose the weight! You are your own worse enemy (I know you too well). :laugh:

Quick update on me. Weight loss is very slow but very steady. I don't mind. Hopefully this means it's for "real". 12 pounds in 8 weeks. That's pretty slow (about 2/3 lb a week).

Found out on the day of my 10 year wedding anniversary DH has been activated. I was not a happy camper. X-( But that's what he gets paid to train for and do so who's to question it. I am blessed in that he is scheduled for 30 days overseas/30 days home rotation for about a year. So at least I get him home periodically. But still my heart breaks especially because 30 days is a LONG time for a 3 year old to be apart from his Daddy. :c(

Well, I'll check back in on ya! I expect a positive attitude! (OK..well at least 90% of the time!) :o

Gina- We are doing this!! All we can do is our best and it really sounds to me like that is what you are doing. I have been doing that too- for the past couple of days.:D Hopped on the scale this am and the numbers are starting to drop again. Was down another pound, so I am feeling good. Was craving salty stuff all day today and caved a couple of times...hoping there won't be any long term damage. Glad to hear that you are doing well- AND YOU REALLY ARE! Keep a positive attitude and we are gonna do this!

Hey there Babs!! I'm so glad you stopped in. Did you get the e-card I sent on you anniversary? Ok- didn't send it until that night...but hope you know I care. Hey- I'm gonna be looking for you tommorow- Must discuss these changes coming your way. You are doing FAB- so close to your goal!!!! I can feel the excitement coming. Must run- kids are waiting- but will definately hunt you down tomorrow. Love ya!!

Well- had a different breakfast today. 1/2 large bagel and a Yoplait yogurt "whip". Not sure I'm crazy about the texture of that yogurt- but it was a nice change from my usual granola.

Didn't get on the scale this morning. Too afraid that that pound loss from yesterday will be gone after all the salt I ate yesterday.Will keep it up with the lemon water today. Hey- Chinadoll- I think it DOES help with the bloating and water retention. Thanks for that tip! Hope it's doing lots for you too. AT least gives me something to drink besides water and when I'm hungry it really helps to curb my appetite too.

Today won't be so busy. I'll get some walking in and mind myself with the salt. REALLY want to have a loss again on Sunday- but celebrating DH's birthday tomorrow so will be a challenge.

Ya'll have a good day. Hang in there Gina- I'm thinking about you.:D

Hey Newme,
Another pound gone, good for you! I just thought I would let you know I posted some before and now pictures of myself in my journal if you want to see them. I can't see any difference when I look at them but other people say they can. I'm going to get some better pictures to post soon since I don't think the one's I posted were very good.

Hope you have a great day.

Gina

Hey Gina- I'm headed over to your journal right now to have a look. I love to see pictures - especially before and afters.

Had an ok day. Only walked 2 miles. DH came home with my favorite salt and vinegar chips and so had a few of those too. Will probably pay for it tomorrow! Gonna have to really watch it if I'm gonna make this challenge a real challenge and not just glide along as usual. Thinking that on Monday I may even go for a "perfect week". We'll see how it goes. Right now I know I'm making way to many excuses for "PMS" and snitching here and there. That has to end!!! This is a challenge.

bye.

Hi Newme,
Thanks for looking at my pictures and thanks for all the kind words. It is so hard for me to tell from those pictures that I have lost. Maybe when I lose a little more I will be able to tell a little better.
Don't worry about the chips, I had chips yesterday to. I know it wasn't the best choice I have made all week but I didn't have that many so I don't think it was to bad.
I don't know how my weigh in will go on Monday since TOM has showed up. I was weighing everyday but I stopped doing that because it was the same everyday anyway. I haven't weighed this week though. I'm going to weigh on Monday but I don't think it's going to be to good, I may have to wait a few days.
I did