Losing weight by the decades is my current "goal" set for myself. Every time I get below a 10lb weight range, I've reach a new goal. So, right now I've tackled the 310s, 300s, 290s, 280s and I'm on to getting myself into the 270s!

I'm doing a low cal, low carb, high protein diet with a weight loss doctor and it's going great so far.

I'm going to commit myself to writing in this journal often, to remind myself of where I've been and where I'm going. I hope others will offer me advice as well.

Here's to a new decade!

Losinit

Monday, June 3, 2002:

9am: Protein bar
10:30am: 1/2 oz nuts (hungry)
12:00-12:30pm: brisk walk
1:00pm: 2oz turkey breast, 2cups veggies (cucumbers and peppers), 1tsp dressing (dip)


I'll report the rest of my day later...

Great idea! Makes the goals seem more attainable when we have so much to lose. We are pretty close in weight, we should team up and tackle this! :)

Best wishes!!

Stacy,

Thanks for the note...

I think these small goals for me help me feel like I'm acheiving something, without worrying about the big picture. I'd love to "team up!" Keep me posted on how you're doing or any new ideas you have!

*hugs*
Losinit
(283 this morning)

Hi there losinit! It's me, Anastasia (we talked about CLA). I wanted to welcome you to the journals and let you know that you have my support. I'll check in and follow your progres 'down through the decades'. I'm sure it will be an interesting and fulfilling journey.:stpatty: :up: :gflower: :spring: :sweety:

Losinit, you are doing great!! You are achieving something.Every pound is one less to worry about. And it is a good idea to break those goals down. I know you will be in the 70's very soon. Keep up the good work. :x

Yesterday finished great! I stayed on track with eating and was happy I got in some exercise at lunch. That's a new one for me!

I've decided to try and keep on the straight and narrow this week, because this is normally a bad time of month for me. The week before my TOM hits, and I always have bad cravings and PMS. Plus, bloating which makes me seem as if I've gained weight. So, I'm ignoring what the scale is telling me and continuing to do what I know will give me a good result next week. It's not easy, but I will feel better in the end, I know.

Anyone have any ideas for working through PMS? I'm on a strict diet, so having a little chocolate isn't an option. Any other thoughts would be helpful!

I will make it to the 70s if it kills me!!!!!! (she says emphatically as "I will survive" plays loudly in the background)

:tongue:rotest:

Hope everyone has a great day and is on their way to their next decade!!!

*hugs*
Losinit

Today's been good so far, I guess that's good. Also, I weighed myself to day and am finally back down to what my stats say, which is 280.5, this week I was up to 283! UGH!

Anyway, still pretty sure it's water weight from my PMS, so next week will be better if I hang in there!

Anyway, I'm off to an interview! Wish me luck!
Losinit

:stpatty: !! What is the interview for?

My friend who is a nutritionist says that women crave more carbs before/during their period because hormonally they need more. I can see that you're on a low-carb diet (I watch mine too) but is it possible that you could be a little flexible during this week of the month and eat some good, complex carb like a scoop of brown rice or something? That way, you won't feel so out of balance and be more likely to eat something really wrong? Just a thought....

keep up the good work.

How are you doing today??

There are sure lots of people who you have influenced with your decade at a time approach... it is an awesome way to work at it!!! The big picture was so scary... I really enjoy the each decade approach much better THANKS !


I dont crave sweets to often except when my body reminds me of its cycle

what i found really helped...and was low cal was lite hot chocolate

if you take the amount of powder and add a tbsp of skim milk powder (low cals, all calcium and protien) and mix w a wee bit o skim milk first..then add the hot water... it comes out creamy and very satisfying... the choc alone is 48 cals.. w the added skim milk another 20 and very good protien

dont know if it fits with your program... tastes very satisfying


anyhow... just wanted to check in and see how you are doing



I hope you are happy, healthy, and smiling today !!!



:computer: Pengii

Losinit

Found your journal and was delighted! I am beyond tired but wanted to know you have someone else in your cheering section watching your success!

Donna

Thanks guys, you are SO awesome.

Yesterday was a challenge. I ended up having some popcorn and a little chocolate last night to satisfy myself. I know I'm PMSing because my husband keeps telling me how *****y I am. Funny, I never had PMS until I started this low-carb diet a few months ago. Now, I have raving ***** episodes, which my husband doesn't like too much!

The doctor I'm working with says that it's normal to have bigger hormone swings when dieting, and suggested a supplement called 5HTP. I'm taking it, but not so sure that it's helping. Maybe it is and I'm just not as much of a ***** as I've been the past few months! Ha! My poor hubby.

Anyway, I feel more in-control today and will just try to do my best until my weigh-in next week. Normally it's Tuesday, but I think I'm going to switch until Thursday, that way maybe my bloat from my period will be over and I will weight less. Also, weighing on Tuesday usually shows a bit of excess water from eating a few carbs on weekends, so I'd like to weigh later in the week. We'll see if my doc has time available or not. I hope so!

My interview was for a new job, not sure if I want to move positions, but there isn't much room to grow in my current firm, and not much opportunity to learn. I'm in marketing communications, and the new position uses all the skills that I have, plus some. I'd be a one-man show, so it would be a lot of work. We'll see if I get called back for a second interview... I think it went well. VP seemed to like me and even said I was easy-going.

Oh, wanted to ask those of you that have lost a lot of weight... do you have any fat pockets where the fat doesn't seem to be moving? I'm developing a fat pocket on my right thigh that is NOT getting smaller, even though the rest of my leg is shrinking like crazy. It's to the point where it even hurts because it's starting to sag over the rest of my leg. I'm really grossed out (hubby says it doesn't look funny), and just wondered if anyone else has the same problem. I'm going to post this to the 100+ thread as well. I need to know if this will go away! Thanks for any advice.

Anyway, on to a new and better day! (it HAS to get better eating-wise than yesterday... it just has to!)

Eating yesterday was great. In fact, I was full from dinner, had some fruit as a snack and skipped my last protein bar of the day. Sounds good to me!

Hope everyone else is doing good. I can't wait until this bloating leaves and the scale shows my true, skinny weight!

*hugs*
Losinit

Well, unfortunately the scale is still clinging to the water retentive me. It stinks, but being a woman can be rough sometimes.

Had a good weekend eating-wise, only indulged in a little ice cream... not too bad. I did a 6.2 mile walk yesterday then worked in my yard all afternoon. I was pretty sore this morning, but still got up to do my 2 miles at the gym. Pretty soon I'll actually be in good enough shape to do this 60-mile walk in October!

Unfortunatley, due to my water-retentive state, I am still not in the 270s. It's disappoing, but I know I'll make it there soon.

I'd love some perserverance stories to keep me going, so feel free to post some!

*hugs*
Losinit

Losinit,

Just read my journal!! :laugh: I didn't think I would EVER hit the 260's, but I finally did. And what a great feeling! You'll get there. You know you're bloated, just stay on your program, and you'll come out a winner next week. Stay away from salty foods, if possible. I know I crave salt and chocolate, but those are the things that make us bloat. If you can't fight it, don't stress over it. IT WILL HAPPEN!!

Hang in there...You're doing great!

Stacey,

Thanks so much for the encouragment, I'm going to go check out your journal now. It's so nice to have people here who are close to my weight, who can understand what I'm going through. I know I'm getting smaller (none of last year's summer clothes fit.. I almost lost my shorts on Saturday!). I know I'm getting healthier.. i feel great and have LOTS of energy :).

I'm going to check out your journal and get re-energized!

Thanks! *hugs*
Losinit

:water: water water water :water:

sure helps bloat... I have quit questioning it lol...

i got a great perseverance story for ya!!!


When i first got here, everything felt so hopeless.... I would read others posts and wonder how could I ever take that first step... kept reading this persons posts who had adopted this awesome attitude.. she seemed to have good and bad days but kept going and working it...when her goals seemed too huge...she beat that by changing her focus and her goals... i would watch her and think...oh ya...easier said than done... if only it was that easy... her focus would keep coming into my mind...I might forget the name but could never forget her attitude... when I would feel like what lays ahead was impossible...would remind myself that accomplishing all the small goals added up to the big ones... look at her.... each week...each new phase...she faces a roadblock and finds a way over it...even if difficult...she is so inspiring... would see her name and progress everywhere I read.... so instead of just reading..I started adopting the same philosophy...you know what? She was so right and sure helped me gain strength...and that succeeding at each small goal added to the big one... so i think she is great... and perseverance is an understatement... she takes risk, keeps trying, and keeps meeting her goals... one decade at a time.... yup, my buddy losinit

sure helped me take that first step.... dont know if she realizes what an impact she makes... so many I know have adopted the decade at a time approach now... what an inspiration she is


:flower:

Well, I just posted a nice long reply that got hosed somehow. Oh well.

Anyway, Pengii... you're trying to make me cry at work! I was all excited to find out who your friend was... and what she was doing to be so together! I guess I need to give myself more credit. We're all doing great (including you with your 295!!! I better get moving or you're going to catch up with me!) and should be proud of ourselves.

So, in the next few days my goal is to be as good to myself as possible and finally hit those 70s. It'll be a big victory, thanks to people like you who help me see that I *am* doing this and that I *can* succeed!

*hugs*
Losinit

you are a success !!!


guess what?

realized today with my loss that I am only 12 decades from goal....twelve!!!! that seems do-able !!!!

12 is great!!! Seemed impossible before


and with friends like you I will make it...WE WILL MAKE IT...


together


:hug: pengii

Pengii... hey that means that I'm only 10 decades away! We can do it!!!!!

I'm a little discouraged, stepped on my scale this morning and it said 281. My "official" weigh in isn't until Thursday, and I'm sure I'm just still retaining some water. Yesterday my eating was great, but I had chicken with soy sauce for dinner that probably didn't help.

But, the good news is I worked out for 45 min yesterday morning and then huffed and puffed in my garden for about an hour and a half yesterday afternoon. It was great! Now I'm sore, but it feels good to know where my muscles are!

We're doing it!!!!

YEAH!

*hugs*
Losinit:coach:

This is weird... despite being heavier on the scale this morning than expected... I feel like I'm having a thin day. I feel smaller, I feel like I look smaller, yet I know that I'm not. Why doesn't the scale show what's actually going on? How can we possibly keep getting smaller without the scale catching up?

Even on this diet (a version of Optifast), I'm not losing quickly, which gets frustrating. I guess our bodies just don't always do what we want them to do!

So, I'm not going to worry about the scale (who hasn't agreed with me in a month or so) and I'm just going to push on!

Who's with me?!!! :coach:
Losinit

Hey there, That is a great attitude. I have so been there. Are you keeping track of your inches lost as well as the scale calculations.. if not you may want to because muscle weighs more than fat but takes up a third of the space! Not only that but muscle burns more calories than fat does so your metabolism goes up so if you build muscle you will burn more fat.
Anyway what this all means is that you can feel thinner, you can look thinner and you are leaner even though the scale doesn't budge you are remaking your body.. see where I'm at here? Trust me it's all good. Before you know it the scale will show a loss and this will be behind you trust me it does happen sometimes not as quick as we'd like but if we keep on doing what we are doing it will change.
You stay strong over there and dont give up!:)

Well, had another great night working in my garden. In the past week, my hubby and I put in a new, 20-foot garden with edging and moved about 4 yards of mulch! It looks great, just in time for our families to visit this weekend.

Exercise is going great, got to the gym again this morning for a 2-mile walk. I always feel so pumped up after I work out in the morning. It's great!

I'm trying to concentrate on things other than my weight right now, the scale just doesn't seem to want to budge from 281... I don't understand it. Hey, at least I'm not gaining!

Anyway, hope everyone else is doing great.

*hugs*
Losinit

the new beds in yard sound lovely...and they are major work huh lol


you are doing great knocking the exercise off...way to go... !!!

I need to up my routine too as def not getting moving as i had been.... the scale is so frustrating.... so glad the inches and clothes are doing so much better.

the clothes i am wearing now were not worn since i was 270.... so...even if the scale stalls the inches keep going... then the stupid scale will kick in too....

you will be knocking down the new decade so soon!!!!


Dont look back...you are doing awesome girl!!!


have a great day


:computer: Pengii

Hey Losinit: I just wanted to pop by and say that you are doing GREAT and your attitude is really positive. I'm having a bit of the same problem you are. I have been exercising like a maniac and have added in weight training.

I look in the mirror and see that my body is changing for the better and put on my clothes and know that they are getting looser. Yet when I step on that blasted scale, the stupid thing says I've GAINED 3 pounds.

We are just in the process of reshaping and turning our bodies into lean muscle instead of fat. Eventually, the balance will tip and the weight will come off.

Here's to patience!!

Luci

BTW - I really know what you mean about that Kick you get from morning exercise. It's almost addictive.

Luci,

Ha, if only it were as addictive as food! I guess if I had more time to work out it would be, but I just don't have enough hours in the day!

It's been great lately coming home to work in the garden, I'm getting a work out and my house is looking nicer and nicer. My in-laws and parents are coming this weekend, so we're trying to get everything to look as good as possible (we just bought our house last year and we're still fixing it up).

I'm trying to stay positive, but having trouble staying on my diet right now because I'm *so* hungry! With working out as much as I do I think my metabolism is revved, thus causing me to feel like I'm starving on what was fine just a few weeks ago. Any suggestions?

Pengii, I'm going to be cleaning on my closets soon and have a bunch of 26/28 things that are too big for me now... if you're interested I could send you some to supplement your shrinking wardrobe! Let me know. Actually, setting up a clothes-swap on this website makes a LOT of sense. We did that on my old WW website, set up a clothes swap where people listed clothes they had and anyone who wanted them just paid for shipping. Maybe we could do that here. I know I have a lot to contribute and I am in desperate need of some in-between clothes before my pants start falling down. I'm fitting snugly into 24s right now (smaller than I've ever been!)...

Anyway, hope everyone is having a good day. I'm doing good myself.

*hugs*
Losinit

Morning guys!

Well, today is the moment of truth and I don't think I'm ready for it. My scale shows no loss from 2 weeks ago, no gain, but no loss. So, I'm nervous about my weigh in today. I've never not lost!

I know I've had a tough two weeks, snacking off program here and there, but nothing too terrible. I just can't believe I haven't lost anything! UGH! I feel like such a failure.

Anyway, I'm just going to go and accept my lumps as they come, who knows maybe their scale will say I lost. We'll see. Wish me luck.

Had a bad night last night. My puppy likes to find plastic coat hangers and chew on them. Last night she got one caught in her eye and we had to rush her to the vet. Turns out she scratched her cornea and we have to put drops in 5 times a day. I feel like such a bad parent. I don't know how I'm going to handle it when we have kids and they get hurt! She seems to be fine, it's her father and I that are a mess!

Hope everyone has a good Thursday! Only one more day till it's FRIDAY!

*hugs*
Losinit

Well, now for the moment of truth. I'm going to my docs to get weighed. Keep your fingers crossed for me. I'll report in tomorrow!

Losinit

Well, my doctor's visit didn't go as I expected. Instead, I lost 3lbs! So, now on his scale I'm 279.8. Yes kids, I said TWO SEVENTY NINE!!!!! HOLY COW I MADE IT!!!! YEAH! I've been stuck in the 280s forever.

My doctor's so encouraging, he was so excited for me last night. He even asked if I had "before" pictures of myself because he's going to want them when I get to goal. Holy cow, someone thinks I'm going to make it to goal. *I* even believe it this time!!!

So, here are my new stats (which I'm very proud of):

Starting weight Jan 2002: 318
Starting weight on doctor's diet plan March 2002: 307
Current weight: 278.5!!!!!! (on my scale at home this morning, I'm keeping my doctor's weight in my real stats)
Next goal: 276 (will be the smallest I have ever been as an adult!)
Mini goal: 269 (less than 100lbs to lose!)
Ultimate goal: 170

Hope everyone else is having as good a day as I am :).

*hugs*
Losinit:rose: :rose: :rose: :rose:

:balloons: WAY TO GO BUDDY :balloons:


the next decade !!! and a big milestone for you!!!! enjoy the wonderful feeling my friend, you have worked hard for it!!!

your decade approach is so smart... it is so motivating reaching all those goals !!!

I bet you could not imagine being here a few months ago.... such a good job...and great attitude


and the next decade is on the way

hope you smile ALL DAY !!!


you should!!!


catch up w you soon


:computer: Pengii

Losinit,

Way to go!! Awesome job! And you thought you'd stay the same? You're catching up to me awefully quick!! I guess I'd better get serious. I'm having a hard week (one week before my "visit"). You keep up the good work!!

:hug:

Losinit

Sounds great 3 lb and in the 70s! Way to go!

Yard work and cleaning is good exercise too, doesn't have to be in a gym.

Now if you want to practice to make perfect, I know a yard that is in need of some TLC.

Am tickled over the lost. Wish I was as focussed.

Donna

Thanks for the congrats guys. It's hard to believe sometimes that I'm doing this.

I've tried every diet in the book and even if I stuck to it like glue I wouldn't lose much weight. This time I'm working with a bariatrician (weight loss doctor) who is very encouraging. I'm on a very low calorie diet (about 950 per day) and keep myself very high protein and very low carbs. It seems to be working because I've lost weight every two weeks since March... and that's a first for me. So, I hate the no carb thing, but I see now that I was overeating on carbs and ignoring my protein. I'll probably have to be careful of that for the rest of my life, but I know I can do it now!

*hugs* GET MOTIVATED!!!

WOO WOO!
Losinit

Stacey, you better look out. I'm catching up! Ha, your weight is actually very close to my next mini goal of 269, which for me is less than 100lbs to goal!!!! WOO WOO!

Way to go Losinit!! You rock girl.

Luci

Today is the first day of a new week, which will be my best week yet! I can feel it!

This weekend was tough, my in-laws and parents came up for Father's day, so I had a house full of people and lots of food around. Friday night I planned ahead and had chicken fajitas for everyone else, and made a fahita taco-salad for mysefl... it was wonderful.

Saturday morning I allowed myself 1/2 bagel (first in about 4 months) because I took a 4.5 mile walk to get the bagels for my family (in the pouring rain I might add). No lunch because we were running around, had a non-fat, no-sugar small ice cream that wasn't bad... and a turkey patty for dinner. Not too bad of a day, but no bars or shakes like I'm supposed to have. Sunday morning I had pancakes for breakfast as a treat for the dad's. I had a little, not too much but it made me sick. I guess I just can't have those carbs like I used to!

So, today is a new day and I weighed in the same as last week, so no worries!

Hope everyone had a great weekend and is fighting the good fight (against fat!).

Oh, the compliments from my family and the notices from my husband's family didn't hurt this weekend either! I guess people are starting to notice the 40lbs I took off. But, I think skinny people think I've lost 5lbs, so they're shocked when I say 40 because they know I have lots more to lose. I'm certainly *not* skinny yet!

*hugs*
Losinit

Losinit,

Great job on the weekend! You handled yourself remarkably well with all that food around! Good for you. And you didn't gain. I took the entire weekend off from my program, so today I weighed in at 272. I told you you'd catch up to me soon! I need to get my motivation back. Maybe you'll be the pusher for me!!

40 pounds is a LOT! You're doing awesome. I've lost 57 pounds, but my ex-husband just laughs and says "yeah right"! What does he know?!? My current hubby is very happy with my weight loss, and that's all that matters to me.

Keep up the awesome work, and throw some of that motivation my way!!

:laugh:

Stacey,

You've done great and the only one that matters is the current hubby! Mine is so supportive and wonderful. I really love him.

I'm catching up! I'm hoping to be out of the 270s by July, making this summer the skinniest I ever remember!

Do you carry your weight around your hips? I do and I'm wondering if I'll be able to fit into regular roller coaster seats this summer. I went to Disney in February and didn't have any problem fitting, but I get nervous abuot regular coasters. Have you tried any rides since you started losing?

Thanks for the nice note, it's great to have people cheering me on. I'm here to cheer you on to. Can't wait until I've lost 57lbs!

I think it's tough for us because a 200lbs person that losing 57lbs looks skinny when they're done. For us, it's just the first part of our journey and people don't notice as much. As long as you and your hubby notice, as well as the scale, who cares about anyone else? (I'm working on this one myself!)

BTW: what size do you wear? Just wondering where I'll fit soon!

*hugs*
Losinit

Ok, just had a nice chicken taco salad for lunch, no cheese. It was great. My day is going well so far:

9am: protein bar
11am: pear
12:30pm: chicken taco salad (chicken and veggies)
2:30pm: 1oz nuts
Dinner: planned, cucumber tomoto salad w/ff balsamic vinagrette dressing, FF turkey kielbasa w/green peppers
Dessert: planned, fruit w/FF cool whip!
snack: planned, protein bar

Hope everyone is having a good day!

Losinit
:tongue:arty:

Losinit,

I do carry my weight around my hips. My measurements right now are: 47.25-42-52.5. But don't tell anybody! :laugh: I haven't been on a roller coaster since last year, but I did fit just fine. They are making them bigger, I think.

I had a horribly embarrassing experience when I was over 300 pounds. I went to the NY state fair and got on the Himalaya roller coaster with my youngest son. When it stopped, we were facing uphill, so I couldn't get myself out! The attendant came over to give me a hand and actually said to me, "Damn, you're a big girl!" I just smiled and said "I know", but I was dying inside. What a horrible feeling! It wasn't that I was too wide, just couldn't get my ass out of that ride.

I'm 5'10" tall and wear a size 22 right now. I just got into them recently. Some styles I can wear size 20. I have always had large hips and thighs, and will never be a toothpick, but I don't want to be. My goal is 200 pounds, size 16. Of course, my dimensions could change with the exercise, so we'll see where I end up!

My husband is very supportive of me, but he likes to compete too. He used to weigh less than me (he's 6'2"), but I've been less than him for a few weeks. He doesn't like that! He has a doctor appointment next week, so now he's worried about losing it before he goes in. He'll starve himself, lose 10 pounds, and then gain it back. He does it all the time! I just worry about his health. He has very high blood pressure and cholesterol. He's using our new exercise equipment though, so that's good.

Hang in there, you'll fit the roller coasters just fine!

:hug:

Hello! i enjoyed reading your journal. you are doing so well. 40 pounds is alot of weight to lose. i am a carb lover too.
my hubby is also very supportive of me. hich helps alot and makes it easier.
i used to weigh more than him but am now about 16 pounds less so thats great. he compliments me all the time but i was thinking about that the other day and he always did compliment me even heavy. always said i was so beautiful. but i need to feel it.
im starting to feel good. i look better and thinner now. old clothes that wouldnt fit are very loose and in smaller sizes. actually my worst area is the middle. i hate it. i know jeans run differently depending on cut and name but i am now in a 20 and some 22/s. cuz of the middle or id be in an 18 or so but that will come. my tops are all like 2x( i wear em big) but they look huge now. ebven my dam undies are sliding off. my feet got thinner too cua my slippers are falling off. face is thinner and stopped wearing wedding band. when i lose the weight i will have the band,engagement ring and mothers ring cut down. i miss waering them but dont wanna lose them either so i'll wait.
my ex husbands witch of a wife always comments about my weight. first of all she is no thin one. her butt is so wide i cant even describe it and she got huge thighs so to criticize me is pointless. she tried ww for 2 weeks and quit. when the weight is gone i will show up to get my kids in a dream outfit and let her know it. i guess revenge is sweet.
well im taking up alot in your journal here so i'll go. have a good night and keep up the great work.

Sandy and Stacey,

I think it's important to remember that everyone has something they don't like about their bodies. For me, it's always been my hips and thighs. Right now that is even more apparent. I've been losing most of my weight in my upper body and now I'm starting to lose it on my lower legs... but it's pretty much staying where it was in my hips and thighs! It's so aggrivating. My doctor says those areas are the toughest because it's a different type of fat than what's on your upper body. So if you're an apple you will lose faster and look better quicker than us pear shapes.

My measurements right now are: 44-36-57. I'm in a 24 pants (most fit now) when I started out in a 28... my tops I'm into a 14/16 or XL in most regular stores (although the XLs seem short...).

My old pants, even the ones that I couldn't wear because they were too tight, are WAY too lose now. I decided to wear an old pair of kaki shorts the other day that were a little lose when I started out. By the end of the day I had a shirt tied around my waist because my new Victoria Secret (yes, my undies fell off too!) undies were showing! Sometimes I just can't get it through my thick head that I'm "actually" skinnier than I used to be. Plus, because I have lost weight in my tummy everything sags and I look like my crotch is in my knees!

Too bad I can't just adjust my clothes to my new size... I always thought baggy would be better than tight, but I'm changing my toon. I'm going to have to go out this weekend and purchase a few pairs of shorts and maybe a pair of jeans or too... mine are just WAY too big.

Well, yesterday was great... stayed perfectly on my program, even missed a fruit I was allowed. That never would have happened four months ago! I always made sure I got in every bite!

Good luck to everyone today!
*hugs*
Losinit

Oh ladies, my husband weighs 148 on a heavy day. I'll never catch up to him, which is depressing... but life goes on! He's a wonderful guy and I love him no matter what he weighs!

*hugs*
Losinit

hello! glad to see how focused you are. dont worry about catching up to your hubby. he loves you for you.
i am the same way about the clothes. i need to go buy a few shirts and jeans. i am going to the thrift store and my mom is taking me in july to mall as a treat for losing and buying me some shorts for our beach vacation in july. when i lose it all i wanna invest in a whole new wardrobe. i am gonna tell family to get me gift certificates for x-mas and birthday so i can buy clothes.but for now 2nd hand will do.

Sandy,

The gift certificate is a great idea. Maybe I'll ask for that for my birthday this year. I definately need new clothes, but it's tough to spend money on them when I know I'll need new ones in a few months. Hey, at least it's for a good reason!

I suggested in my journal that we should start a clothes swap forum so people can trade clothes as they change sizes. Maybe I'll suggest it to John. Who knows, it could catch on!

Anyway, having another good day. Weighed in at 278 this morning, down a few pounds from last week. Won't change my stats until my "official" weigh in next Thursday, but it looks like I'll do just fine.

Hope everyone's having a good day!

*hugs*
Losinit

Hi guys!

I'm so thrilled I don't know what to do! I stepped on the scale this morning after working out (yes, I know I shouldn't weigh every day... but if that's my only vice I'm doing good) and I'm down to 276.5!!!!! That's the skinniest I ever remember being as an adult. Once about 5 years ago I was 277 on Jenny Craig. Well that lasted about a week before I ballooned back up over 300! Not this time. I'm *so* psyched.

All this despite the fact that I ate a candy bar yesterday (stayed on program the rest, but candy is a NO NO on this diet).

I went out last night and bought a few new things to get me through at least part of the summer. All the pants I bought were size 24 (down from a tight 28!). The ones I'm wearing right now are a VERY comfortable 22/24 from Lane Bryant. Hehehe, part of me still thinks they must be making the clothes bigger for them to fit me!! It's funny how your perspective changes, I think these 24s look huge!

Hope everyone else had a skinny day like I am!

*hugs*
Losinit

Losinit,

You're awesome!! You're catching up to me WAY too fast. I'm back on track now, and doing my treadmill. I'm back down to 270, so I'll get there. I think I scared myself when I got into the 260's! I wanted it so much, but when I got there, I freaked! Does that make sense? I can't figure it out.

Anyway, congrats! You should be very proud of yourself. When do you update your stats? I noticed that they didn't change. Show off, girl!!

Stacey,

Thanks for the congrats and I totally understand about scaring yourself. I know it doesn't make sense, but I think that's why it took me a while to get below 280... I think I was scared to be in the 270s. Anyway, looks like they're blowing by quickly.

As for my stats, I wait until my "official" weigh in at he docs office every two weeks to post new stats. That way I'm always focused on what his scale says and I'm not so dependent on my home scale. All mind games of course! I weigh what I weigh, no matter what!

I'm still nervous about getting on amusement park rides. Wish there was some way to find out if I'll fit without humiliating myself by trying to get on one! They should have seats at the beginning of the line for you to sit in! That way you'd know!

Anyway, that's one of my big goals, to get small enough to enjoy things like that again. Looks like I'm on my way. I'd *love* to be in the 260s by July, but we'll see. My newest short-term goal is 269 (less than 100lbs to lose to my goal) and then after that it's 259... just because it's the 250s! I'd love to be there before my birthday in August. No matter what it looks like it'll be my skinniest birthday in a LONG time :).

Sounds like you're doing great. Buy yourself a treat, go for a walk... get a manicure.. you deserve it for getting where you are... even if you did freak out a little! It's understandable... you've lost a TON of weight! Hope to follow right behind you!

*hugs*
Losinit

Dear Losin,

First of all thank you for stopping by and wishing me good luck on my last 50 pounds TO GOAL.

:D CONGRATULATIONS ON YOUR FANTASTIC SUCCESS ..... I would really like to see you tonight at our 100 Plus Chat so that all of us can APPLAUD YOUR SUCCESS. It's so important that we recognize each other's accomplishments. To me losing weight is only as hard as we make it on ourselves ..... so SUCCESSES IN OUR ACHIEVEMENTS NEED RECOGNITION NOT ONLY FOR OUR OWN SAKE but FOR OTHERS TO BE AWARE SUCCESS CAN BE ACHIEVED. If you would like me to .... I will be pleased to announce your success (if you can't participate in our chats ...) at this evening's chat and post it on our 100 Plus Chat thread. (If I have computed correctly you have lost 2 1/2 pounds ..... WHICH IS 2 1/2 POUNDS OF BLUBBER YOU WON'T SEE AGAIN.)

Well I need to go and get my rear in gear ..... make it a great day AND KNOW SUCCESS CAN BE ACHIEVED BECAUSE YOU WILL MAKE IT HAPPEN. Always, Monica

Monica,

I would be honored if you would post my success at the chat tonight, evenings are busy for me and I don't think I'll be able to sit in.

As for your new journal, I was thrilled to see it this morning. I am following your success because it makes me feel like this really is possible. I can lose more than 100lbs and feel better about myself. You're truly an inspiration to me.

*hugs*
Losinit

AWESOME JOB Losinit!! You are really hitting your stride. I just know your successes will continue right on to your goal.

Luci

I'm having a terrible day :(.

First, I gained 4lbs of water from the chinese food I had last night (bad choice, I know...). As if that's not depressing enough my car is in the shop and may need up to $2000 worth of work to repair it. Then I get an email from a job I interviewed at last week telling me that they liked me, but they hired someone else. That's the second rejected I've had in 24 hours.

This bites. My positive attitude just flew south. Worse thing is, I can't turn to food or booze for comfort... so I told my hubby I would have to use my third vice, sex to cure me! (ok, i still have SOME sense of humor).



Help.
Losinit

Losinit,

I agree...you are having a terrible day! Take it out on your hubby, he won't mind! :laugh: What the heck is wrong with your car? Sounds cheaper to buy a new one. And for the chinese food, you know that gain is temporary! Just up your water today and you'll be fine. As long as you enjoyed your meal, you're ok! I hope your day gets better! I know rejection is hard to take, but when looking for a job, there is a LOT of that. Don't take it personally. There is always someone out there better for the job that we want, you just have to hope that they aren't applying for the same position that you are! Sounds like these two did, maybe next time you'll be the lucky one. Don't let it get you down! Every time you have a negative thought...attack your hubby! :)

Hang in there!

I'm feeling much better today. The sun is shining and I'm feeling fine!

I took my own advice and went home and jumped my hubby's bones. Made me feel good about myself. It was a nice night!

Had dinner with a friend of a friend and it was lots of fun, a nice girl's night out. Hope we can do it again soon.

Weight' still sticking at 279, but I'm guessing it's just water from the chinese food. I'm drinking lots of water today (and yesterday) to try and flush it out of my system.

Its's great having my hubby around... he keeps telling me how skinny I am... yeah... 270 something and skinny! He's wonderful!

Stacey, thanks for the cheers. I really needed it yesterday. You're awesome. Hope your daughter is getting the help she needs, sounds like a very troubled kid. Good luck with the house... sounds like you need something fun to look forward to.

*hugs*
Losinit

Good Morning,

Just stopping by to say hello ..... wanted to let you know that I reported your loss at our 100 Plus Chats (Monday and Wednesday).

You have probably heard this before ..... IT TAKES TIME AND PATIENCE TO SUCCEED .... and we are well worth the time and patience it takes. Granted it would be great if we could close our eyes and drop 100 or more pounds .... :laugh: we would be bumping into a lot of things.

Make it a great day .... and have and make it a fantastic weekend. YOU CAN DO THIS ..... BELIEVE IN YOUR ABILITY TO SUCCEED. Always, Monica

I'm a bit frustrated. I seem to be retaining water for no reason at all. I'm sitting at 279 and can't seem to budge from there. My rings are tight and my feet are *really* swollen... and I haven't been eating carbs or cheating. I don't know why this is happening . I've been downing TONS of water to try and flush it out, but it doesn't seem to be helping. This morning I took a PMS pill that has a diuretic (mild) in it... maybe that will get rid of some of this.

I'm wondering if it could be from working out... I did 8 miles on Saturday and played volleyball for about 3 hours on Friday night. Who knows... I'm tired of trying to figure out my body. I think I *look* smaller than last week, but who knows?

Anyway, I weigh in on Thursday, so hopefully it'll be gone by then. I'll be upset if I stay on program and gain because of dumb water retension that I have nothing to do with! UGH!

Any suggestions?

Other than the darn water-retension thing things are going good. Food has been great, worked out lots this weekend... I feel smaller (besides feeling bloated!)... so I guess I should be happy.

Hope everyone else had a great weekend...

*hugs*
Losinit

Losinit,

How's your weather? When it's muggy, I swell up. It's been very humid in NY, so just wondering about where you are? Don't worry, everything will work out. If you know you're eating right, and exercising, it has to be temporary. I do know how frustrating it can be! Is it close to your TOM? Things to take into consideration!

Hang in there! You're doing great!!

Stacey,

I'm in NY as well, and I know I do swell when the weather is like that. It's not close to my TOM, in fact that was almost two weeks ago which is why this is so crazy. No explination... which stinks!

I'm just trying to forge ahead and hope I get a nice surprise on Thursday. I haven't had a bad weigh-in yet, so hopefully it'll turn out OK.

Thanks for the support.

*hugs*
Losinit

Well, looks like the damn has finally burst (metaphorically speaking of course). I dropped down to 278 this morning, so I'm hoping this water retension is going away. I'm keeping my fingers crossed.

Everything else is going OK, had a couple too many carbs yesterday but otherwise was fine. Hope everyone else is doing well!

Two days to weigh in!

*hugs*
Losinit

Way to go! I told you it would eventually, it has to! It really only hangs around for a weigh-in day. Just to mess with us! :laugh: Congrats on the loss. Keep up the good work!

The hard thing is to stick with program even when you don't see the results right away. Especially when you start losing inches, but not pounds. Just have to push through them!

Good job!!

Well, tomorrow is D day (weigh in day) and I'm not sure how I'll do. I was down to 277.5 on my scale this morning, still nowhere near my wonderful 276.5 from last week... UGH I hate water!!!!!

Anyway, I'm still working hard to weigh in light tomorrow, you never know I guess.

Hope everyone else is doing great... Stacey... congrats on your wonderful loss... I'm so proud of you. Can't wait to be where you are. It seems *so* skinny to me!!!

*hugs*
Losinit

Losinit,

I have a suggestion for your water...I drink sugar free cherry kool-aid! Yes, it has aspartame (SP?), but it replaces my water. My husband uses crystal light. In the summer, especially, it really helps! I have a hard time with plain water too, and my doctor says it works the same. It has 5 calories per serving that I don't even count.

Who would have ever thought that 265.5 would sound "skinny"?!? :laugh: It does to me too, now that I'm here, I never thought I'd be here again -- but here I am!! Don't worry, you'll get there, just take it one day at a time.

:hug:

Stacey,

I meant the water I was retaining! I actually love drinking water... I get in about 120 ounces a day... so no problems there.

I definately think 265 is skinny. In fact, I don't ever remember weighing that little. When I get there I get there, this is not a race for me. I don't care how quickly I get to the finish line, I just want to get there!!!

Thanks for being my cheerleader. It's fun because we're so close in weight. I'm sure you'll be skinny before me though, you have a head start!

*hugs*
Losinit

Hi Losin,

I wanted to stop by and say thank you for visiting my Journal .... and I appreciate your words of congratulations .

YOU HAVE A MARVELOUS ATTITUDE ..... you are so RIGHT. This is not a race ...... but I have no doubt you will ACHIEVE YOUR GOALS.

You have DONE VERY WELL :cheer: FORTY POUNDS since March; that is a terrific weight loss. I hope to meet you in chat .... would you be interested in joining our 100 Plus Chat? We meet on Monday's @ 1 p.m. EST and Wednesday's @ 9 p.m. EST in Scheduled Chat. Please consider it ..... it helps to give and get support from others who are traveling the same road towards success. Well I need to get over to my Journal and start my day ..... make it a great day. As always, Monica

Hey there Losinit! Top of the morning to ya! Well I'm finally finished with my workout at 7am:o Took me all day and all night and this morning. Jeez... I haven't been to bed yet :( I guess I'm just crazy.
When I wake up later I'll have to shower and go with my friend since I dont have a car she's picking me up at 2 to go to the bank and the store then a movie and dinner.. so I wont get started on my workout again until tomorrow night. I guess I have to learn to work out without stopping so much but it's hard I get so HOT AND SWEATY and groans.. sorry for ranting in YOUR journal :tomato: Hope you have a fantastic day and the weigh in is everything you hoped for!:rose:

Go and Monica,

Thanks so much for your posts, they made me feel great this morning.

Monica, I'll try to join the chat today at 1 if I'm back from lunch. It's a tough time of day for me, but I'll try. I check your journal all the time, as I'm very inpired by your weight loss. You're amazing.

Go: I know all about working out at odd times. Try and get into a routine of getting up early to work out. Make an appointment with yourself, after all you are more important than your doctor or dentist, right? So, make an appointment and stick to it. Day X, Time Y is YOUR TIME to work out! Give it a shot!

I'm down a few pounds on my scale this morning, so hopefully that will translate into some kind of loss at my doc's this afternoon.

I'm actually going to go get a pregnancy test at lunch. I've been VERY tired lately and have had an unexpected water-weight gain. Two things that make me suspect that I might be preggers (i'm not late.. only three weeks into my cycle). My hubby and I have been together for 2.5 years and were planning to wait until I lost all the weight I wanted to before trying to have kids, but early would be OK with me. Just want to find out as early as possible so I don't harm the baby with the diet I'm on (very low cal.. high protein). So, looks like i'll be taking the test at work... how much does that suck.

Any advice would be wonderful. Hope everyone else has a great day!

*hugs*
Losinit

Ugh, took two tests and they're both ambiguous. One line, not pregnant, two vertical lines pregnant... I'm getting one vertical and one hortizontal! What does that mean???

Guess I'll just have to wait until I can get a blood test.

Anyone else having a better day then me? I can't stand waiting!

Losinit

The chat isn't today .... it is on Monday at 1 p.m. EST . Make it a great day. As always, Monica

Well guys, looks like no baby. It's ok, I'm not upset or anything.

I took two PG tests and both were negative and spoke to my doc last night who said it would be too early to start getting any signs. So, I'm probably not.

The good news is, that means I have more time to lose weight before I *do* get pregnant! That was the plan, so we're sticking to it.

I weighed in at 277.2 last night, which is under 30lbs on my doctor's scale. I feel pretty good about that. It might not be as fast as some of you, but I'm happy with the semi-fasting and think I can stick to it for the long haul and with how much I need to lose, that's important to me.

So, my new mission is to get into the 260s! Once there, I will have less than 100lbs to lose and will just be considered obese (who thought I would be happy with that?)! YEAH!!!

Plus, I don't ever remember being in the 260s, so that will be a thrill.

Thanks for listening to me rambling, you guys are awesome.
*hugs*
Losinit

Losnit:

Your doing a fantastic job. Keep up the great work. It's so wonderfull when we get down to a weight we can't remember being.
Have a wonderfull day.

Judy2 :rose: :rose:

Dear, Dear Losinit,

I can completely relate to you and your feelings! I haven't been in the 260's in YEARS! I was even "happy" in the 270's! I'm glad to hear your not pg since you didn't want to be yet. Nothing worse than an unexpected surprise when your mind is on a different goal!

I don't know how long it took you to lose 30 pounds, but...IT DOESN'T MATTER!! You lost it, and that's what matters! You're doing great. Losing it slower has better advantages too. Your body has time to reshape, hence no flabbies! Your body and mind get used to the weight change, and you won't put it back on. All great reasons to do it slowly and sensibly! Plus, I keep telling myself this one -- we didn't put it on overnight!

You're doing fantastic and have every reason to be proud of yourself. I'm proud of you! And when it's time for that baby, being smaller can only help. :)

Have a great weekend!

Stacey,

It only took me four months to lose those 30, six months for the 41 I've lost since January. Actually, that's a speed record for me. On my most successful weight loss attempts, it's taken me over a year to lose 25lbs. So, I'm exstatic about the pace of this!

With the program I'm on, I should be losing 3-5lbs per week. Instead I average between 1 and 3. It's not fast, but it's VERY consistant, which I've never had before. Now I actually feel like I will lose when I weigh in every two weeks and that I won't gain all my weight back by looking at a cookie! It's great.

I am having some flab issues, it's strange how many changes my body is going through. Though I know I'm smaller, in some ways I feel like I look more "fat" than I did before because things are drooping now where they used to look firm. I guess once I lose all of the weight I can firm things back up. For now I'm dealing with flappy arms for the first time in my life and legs that sag. It's weird sometimes because I think I might have looked better full-fat in some outfits! Oh well, the price we have to pay I guess.

Those of you that have lost large amounts of weight (like Monica and Stacey), do you guys have these issues? I'm only 26, so my doctor thinks most of this skin will retract, but have you had any problems?

Yes, it's silly. Yes, it's vain, but I'm not trying to lose 150lbs so I can look like a saggy mess! I want to look BUFF.

*hugs*
Losinit

Judy2: BTW, I can't WAIT to be under 200. That will truly make me fell like a normal size person for the first time in my life. Congrats on your weight loss so far!

*hugs*
Losinit

Well, I'm down to 276 on my scale again this morning, so I'm feeling triumphant. Especially because I had a major craving for pizza last night and I completely avoided it! YEAH me! Pizza is one of my red light foods that I can't control myself with, plus it's loaded with carbs, which are completely out on this diet.

Anyway, hope everyone is doing well. I'm still not completely convinced that I'm not pregnant. I'm still feeling my belly do little flip flops and I'm still tired and my boobs are still sore. But, since it's too early to show up on a urine test, I'll just have to wait until next week. I'm also trying to get my GP to do a blood test, but who knows when they'll get around to doing that.

Well, hope everyone else is doing well, you're all in my thoughts.

*hugs*
Losinit

Well, the holiday is over... and... I'm right where I was last week, which is just fine with me considering. Considering I pretty much dumped my diet for 4 days, didn't go crazy but ate lots of carbs and other terrible stuff. I won't get into it, you guys don't need the temptation. Suffice to say, I'm back on track today and just hoping to show some kind of loss on Thursday. Since this is my first real "slip up" I'm ok with it, I didn't binge, just ate more "normal" foods. I'm hoping all the swimming I did at the beach helped (my tan is certainly help hiding my fat!).

Good thing is, I was at the beach in a size 18 swimsuit, which I don't ever remember fitting into one that small. Plus, it was a speedo and I was never able to wear "normal" brands, just fat ones! So, that felt pretty good. I'm still huge, but at least I'm getting smaller.

On a good note, I saw my sister who said I look good, much smaller and she's very honest with me. That makes me feel great!

OK, well off to start my week on a good note! I only had tea and a protein bar for breakfast! GO ME!

I'm committing right now to go walking after work and cook a wonderful, healthy meal!

Anyone else have a difficult weekend?

*hugs*
Losinit

Ok, I weigh 265.5, and wear a size 22...how do you get into a size 18?? I'm confused! Not disbelieving you, just trying to comprehend!

Sounds like you had a great time, and good for your sister throwing that love your way! It really helps to hear. Don't worry about your little "vacation", you will bounce right back. I did after my weekend off. It was fun at the time, and I'll be doing this for the rest of my life, so one weekend won't kill us!

:coach: So...get your butt in gear, KEEP your butt in gear...and stay on program!!

You can do it...WE can do it!

:hug:

Stacey,

Thanks for the encouragement. As for the size 18, it's just a fluke... my body is proportioned strange. My top half is MUCH smaller than my bottom half, so anything on my top I can wear a 14/16 or an extra large at regular stores (old Navy and such). But, my bottom is still a size 24... So, I found a bathing suit cheap that looked like it might fit. It happened to be an 18... but it fits nice. I now have two of the same suit and they look nice. Just wish my legs didn't carry *all* of my weight! I would look MUCH skinnier if I could just get the fat sucked out of my legs!!!

How are you doing? Is your daughter doing ok now?


We all have our cross to bear I guess. Mine is my heavy legs and hips. I'm sure others have their problems too.

Anyway, I'm back on track as of today and will keep up the good fight! One weekend won't kill me, it'll just slow me down a bit!

*hugs*
Losinit

Losinit,

Didn't mean for you to get so personal...sorry! I just wanted to know what your "secret" was. I'm shaped more like an hourglass with thick legs, so I'm big all over.

You'll be fine after your weekend, don't worry! Just have a couple of low calorie days (within your range, I mean), and drink extra water. You're already a winner!

I just talked to my daughter's case worker, and I guess she's not doing very well. They are considering other places to put her since she keeps running off. She needs more intensive therapy than what she's getting. She was seeing a therapist once a week, now it's like every other week! Not helping her that way. I feel so helpless, but I can't do anything but complain to the people in charge. Thanks for asking!

Talk to you later!

Hows your day?

I had the weekend from hell too... funny how it can take contrlol so fast huh? Glad you are back on track !! and like you said...our binges are no where near like before...so a step in the right direction huh...

my build is funny too... I think I am fat from head to toe so do where smaller sizes than some who are 50 pounds less than me... you just have to appreciate we are all dif and we all wear it dif

Way to go on the bathing suit!!!!! :balloons: From where you started to where you are now is a huge difference... and at 26 you will firm up good too... just look at women who gain and add a huge belly when preggers... it might take a bit but your body will co-operate

I have a friend who had a tummy tuck after losing a ton... she looks good and it made her feel better... so there is always that too... but you are young.... and our bodys are so forgiving when we treat them right! Exercise will get those muscles sucking up the flab... it WILL happen


I think you are doing awesome.. good days and bad... you keep going... thats the hard part... and you are doing it!!!!



hope you have a great week !!!


:computer: Pengii

Pengii and Stacey,

Thanks for the great thoughts and well-wishes.

I'm doing fine, back on track without a problem. I even *gasp* did some meal planning this week before I went shopping last night. Consequently, I only bought what I needed and didn't overbuy on groceries! This is a whole new way of living for me, normally I just wing it each day! Now I have an idea of what I'm making, or at least a few planned meals I can interchange over the week. What a concept! Anyone else plan meals?


I'm still waiting to find out if I'm pregnant (should know in the next day or so)... so I'm a little stressed out right now. I'm not showing any of my normal signs of PMS... crankiness, sore breasts, pimples, etc. and I've been feeling strange for weeks. So, I guess I should know soon! I'm supposed to get my period today and it hasn't arrived yet, so we'll see!

I'm definately feeling like I will look good once i lose the weight, and if I have to I will have surgery to correct any loose skin. Hopefully my skin will all bounce back to where it's supposed to be!

Hope you guys have a great week, thanks so much for being supportive. You're wonderful!

*hugs*
Losinit

Ok guys, I need advice.

I haven't been feeling well for a few weeks, very tired and run down. I talked to my weight loss doc (WLD) about it at my last appointment and he wanted me to get some blood work done. So I called my GP (since my WLD is not covered by insurance) to see if she would order the tests. Well, she wanted to see me before she did it.

So, I went to see her last night and she had a fit when I told her my WLD had me on thyroid hormones. She told me she thought it was dangerous since my levels were within "normal" ranges, although at the low end. She also said he should be checking my thyroid levels every 6-8 weeks if he does have me on them, which he hasn't been. She suggested I stop taking them. I just don't know what to do or who to trust. She really seems to think these are dangerous... none of the reading I've done suggests that what my WLD is doing is uncommon, some endocrinologists do prescribe thyroid hormones even if levels seem normal.

So now I feel crummy and confused! I'm afraid if I stop the drugs my weight loss will slow down or that I will start feeling even worse! Also, I trust my WLD (whom I see more often) and I don't know my GP that well... when I went to her last year to talk about weight loss, she told me she suggests her patients just try to maintain their weight, I was at 318 when I saw her?!!!! How stupid is that?

Also, my period is now a few days late. My doc did a urine test last night that was negative, but she didn't order a blood pregnancy test. I know dieting can cause menstral problems (was warned before starting this diet), but shouldn't they check to make sure I'm not pregnant? I know the urine tests can be inaccurate at early stages of pregnancy. Has anyone else had this problem?

HELP. I'm confused, not feeling well and don't know what to do.

Thanks guys. (good news is I weighed 275 on my doctor's scale and my scale this morning, which means I should have a good weigh-in tomorrow)...

Losinit

I'm seeing my WLD today, and I do think I'm going to dump my GP. I just don't think she has ANY clue how to deal with someone having my problems, and that's not going to help me in the future. It's only going to hinder this process. I'll ask my WLD if he has any suggestions, my only fear is that they'll be closer to his office, which is about 20 miles from my house.

I finally got my period last night. Not sure if I'm happy or sad about that, but it is what it is. In reality, I'd like to lose a LOT more weight before trying to become pregnant, since I know it will be easier on both me and the baby. I'm still a little disappointed, a surprise would have been nice. I think we're going to start planning and maybe see my GYN for a pre-conception meeting so we're ready to role when I lose more weight. I'd like to get down around 190-200 before trying, but who knows if I'll be able to wait that long! I'm excited about becoming a parent... so it's tough to hold out.

I'm looking forward to weigh-in in tonight. I'm down around 274/275 I think... which puts me dangerously close to the 260s... and I don't ever remember being that thin as an adult (I know that sounds rediculous to some of you). I'm in a smaller size than I ever remember being (except when I weighed 212 in 9th grade). Heheh, I put my new size 24 shorts on last night (a little snug, but fit nice) and my hubby called them my tiny pants!

I know I have a lot to lose, but sometimes I forget to celebrate how far I've come. I think we all need to applaud ourselves for what we're doing, since this is nowhere NEAR the easy way out. We're doing this for our health and we're all doing great! BTW: at 268 (not that far away)... I will have lost 50lbs total... and nearly 40 on the fasting protocol, which is pretty damn cool.

Keep your fingers crossed that I do well at weigh in tonight, at least it'll be a bright spot in my day.

*hugs*
Losinit

See??? You're doing great! Congrats on getting those 24's on! I just took the last of the 24's out of my closet...I will NEVER wear them again! I'm firmly in my 22's and eyeballing my 20's. I actually can wear my size 20 dresses now, just not the pants. Isn't it great to have been those sizes before so that I don't have to buy new clothes??? :laugh: I am not keeping the bigger sizes this time. No excuses!

I know you're dissappointed about not being PG, but it will be better in the long run. With your strict diet, that would not be good for the baby. It will happen when it's meant to be, and then you'll be a much healthier, thinner woman, able to enjoy it. Just my opinion...

Keep up the great work, and good luck on your weigh-in!

Well, I didn't weigh-in at 275... I am actually at 273!!!!! WOO WOOO!

Thanks for all the congrats. Without a support group, I really rely on you guys to pick me up when I'm down and cheer me on when I'm motivated.

I have to admit, last night I "treated" myself to a special dinner. Something completely off my program that I haven't had in 4.5 months. I only had a little, and didn't stray from my program other than that. Plus, it was the best tasting meal I've had in a LONG time... I think it's because it's been so long! Anyway, I'm back on track today and feeling very slim and trim! I truly am smaller than I rememeber, even back to my successful Jenny Craig days. I'm really pleased with this program. It's wonderful.

I'm now down 34lbs on program, 45lbs total! I also hit another landmark last night, I have less than 100lbs to lose to hit my goal! I readjusted my goal weight, which I thought was 170... but my doc actually has set at 175. So, Here's to 98.4lbs to lose!!!!! WOOO WOOO! Basically, I'm a third of the way there and should be at my goal weight in less than a year. I can definately handle that! At that point, I'll reassess and see if I want to go lower, or keep 175 as my perminent goal.

My WLD is so wonderful, he was thrilled to see my good loss this week (even though I was bad over the 4th) and even stopped in the middle of telling me a story to cheer! He's awesome. Anyway, he said what my GP did was totally unprofessional and she should have called him if she had questions. He also said she may just be someone who has no empathy for patients with my problems (since she's naturally thin) and that he'll help me find someone he can work with, instead of against. He also said he only recommends gastric bypass for patients in the worst situations, who need to lose weight immediately for health reasons. Also, he said that he has extensive training in endocrine therapies as part of his practice and that this doc probably has no more than book learning.

Bottom line is, I'm staying on the thyroid because I feel better since getting on it (not so cold, have more energy...).

Stacey: I should have you send your clothes to me! I have never really lost weight before (been a size 28 since high school), so I don't have any "transition clothes" that are even CLOSE to in style :). Most of my smaller clothes are 10 years old or more! We could start a clothing swap!

Ok, hope everyone has a great day and a wonderful weekend!

*hugs*
Loisint (the one with only 98lbs to lose!!!!!)

Losinit,

I just want to cry for you!! I'm so happy! Your doctor sounds very nice, and I'm glad he put your mind at ease.

:coach: 4 POUNDS -- GONE FOREVER!!!

You're doing fantastic! If you want my jeans and shorts, I'd be happy to send them to you. I was just going to donate them. Send me your address in a PM, and I'll send them. I'm so happy for you!

I saw your post in the 100 minus forum, and I guess I made that category too. I've been 100+ overweight for so long, I never thought about it. WW says I should weigh 174 at the highest, my range is 139-174. I will not see 139, nor do I care to! I only have 89.5 more pounds to lose! That makes it so much more attainable. Yippee!!

Ok, let's celebrate for Losinit!!

:balloons: :cheer: :balloons:

Stacey: The under 100lbs to lose revalation was a big one for me. I've been clinically obese, over 100lbs overweight, for so long I don't remember not being that way. Also, losing weight has always been so daunting with 120, 130, 140lbs to lose. Now, with 90-something left it doesn't seem so terrible.

I know now that if I continue on the path that I am on right now I will lose all the weight I want, which is something I've never had before. I would always get to a certain point (higher than my weight now) and stall out or quit. It was always too hard to keep trying when I wasn't getting results. Now I'm getting results and that's truly motivating. I know I can do it now, with the help of my WLD. I'm truly lucky to have him working with me. Not only is he helping me lose weight, but he also believes in me and cheers me on as if this means as much to him as it does to me. That's wonderful... I never dread weighing in, I always look forward to being there and having him talk me through the good times and the bad.

It's fun to be fitting in to new clothes. I went shopping in my sister's closet this weekend (she lost about 60lbs last year) and picked out some 22 jeans (still too small, but I will work my way into them) and some dresses that fit now (wearing one today, in fact). She's always been the "skinny" one in the family, even though she's always been overweight. So, it feels good to be getting close to her sizes (she's shorter than me, so I fit into them at a higher weight than she did). Pretty soon *I* will be the skinny sister (nah... she'll always be smaller than me).

OK, off to have a good day. Yesterday was rough, wanted to binge all day. I made it through and that's what counts.

Hope everyone is having a good week.

*hugs*
Losinit

My whole family is overweight, I have one brother and he always weighed more than me. I was always the "skinny" one in the family until the last few years. I will get there again! Isn't it fun to try on the clothes you never thought you'd wear again, and have them almost fit?? I love that feeling! Makes you feel really good! I can wear my size 20 dresses, which is nice. I have a small waist compared to my hips, which really helps. Almost daily now I get complimented on how nice I look! :) Love that!!

Have a great day!!

Way to go !!! :balloons:

Under 100 is a biggie !!! Less than 10 decades !!!!!

I think the ups and downs are just part of life...and thats we are doing... working on a lifestyle... if it was so easy we would not be heavy huh

you are doing AWESOME!!!

I have had a couple real crap weeks myself... but the ol bod is keeping level... all those months of learning new habits def pays off... binges are short lived...and nothing like the old days... it is nice huh?


you must feel just marvelous and rightly so!!!!

it is so nice cause really big body changes come in the next 20+ pounds

with the first 40 off...people would ask...have you changed your hair?? lol

it seems from a certain weight down our bodies sure change... you will tackle the 60's like you have the rest of them


and continue to be a great friend and incredible motivator !!!!


So glad you have a good doc to guide you along the way too... sounds like a really knowledgable person... you know you are doing it right !!!

have a great week and hope you are smiling during all of it!!!


:computer: Pengii

Losinit

WAY TO GO, GIRL!:cheer: :cheer: No century wait for you! Gosh, you must look so good. And I know about being the fat one, I have a twin whom was always skinnier till now but we carry our weight differently----she carries in her midrift and me in my butt. We both have skinny legs----my son calls mine chicken legs. If I was in as good a shape as my legs--------now there is a dream.

Can't wait to see how this century turns you and heads around.

Donna:wave:

You guys are wonderful!
Thanks so much for the support.

I really feel like I'm getting handle on things again (thanks to a weekend with my family I was off the wagon for a few days). This week is going well and I'm feeling really good! Here's to making it to the 260s by next week (wow that sounds skinny).

I'm already "officially" skinnier than I ever remember being as an adult (that's not saying much since 271 is still pretty heavy). It feels good, but I still feel fat (hence I'm continuing to try to lose weight!). I think maybe now since I've started to lose weight I feel more "fat" than I ever did when I was my heaviest. I guess I didn't want to see myself as fat, or didn't want to dislike myself for being fat. Whatever the reason, I was always pretty comfortable with my body. Now that it's getting smaller though, I am more shy about my body and tend to keep it under wraps. Maybe all the attention I'm getting from losing weight is making me feel like I always looked horrible before. Who knows. Mental issues, mental issues.

I am getting more notices, men are looking at me more (they always did, but I'm getting more looks now). People are starting to notice my weight loss... although one coworker said something to the effect of, "Do you ever wonder where it came from? I mean I can tell you've lost weight... but where did all that weight come off your body?" She also asked if I had a "goal" in mind, but what am I going to tell her how much more I want to lose so she can calculate how much I weigh right now (or at my highest?)? Hell no. She's well meaning, but some people just don't get it and never will.

So, I'm continuing on with my shrinking body. It's weird to see new things and discover new places on my body, like my hip bones... I finally found them a few months ago. It was like finding buried treasure. I won't tell you how I discovered them since this is a PG website ;). Let's just say my hubby helped!

I have decided that when I get to the weight I want to stay at (probably around 175) I will probably have some plastic surgery to correct a few problem areas. Why should I be 27 years old, skinny and have flabby arms??? Nope, I'm going to look good for at least a few years! Hubby agrees I can do whatever I want and we'll worry about paying for it when the time comes. What a guy!

Also, somewhere in there I want to have a baby, so we'll see how that goes! As if I don't have enough stretch marks now! (Those are becoming more prominent by the way.. but I think it's because now they're closer together... anyone else see that happening?)

Anyway, thanks for being my sounding board...

I'm excited about the 96lbs to go! that's only 9 more decades to get through! Hey, I've already done 4 and a half! So, no problem!

Maybe I should start counting down which ones I have to go... it's a thought anyway.

Maybe when I get to the 250s I'll post before and after pics, could be motivating!

*hugs*
Losinit

Losinit,

I'm so happy for you! You're on the threshold. I got stuck there for so long! This is the skinniest I've been in a long time too. Sure would like to know about them hip bones!! :laugh: I agree with you about a little corrective surgery after the weight is gone. I told my hubby that if the skin is just hanging there, then I will do it too. Maybe we can get adjoining rooms!! :)

I know what you mean about "well intentioned" people. Are they really? Or are they being nasty? I wonder about their motives. I always had the looks before, but now more so. Isn't that funny? Flattering, but then you wonder, "what did they think before"? We think too much alike!

Keep up the good work! You should be very proud of yourself. You've come a long way, Baby!!

Ok, this is scarey. I'm expecting to get into the 260s by next Thursday. Since that's such a big goal for me, I'm concerned that if I concentrate too much on it I'll jinx myself. So, I've decided to do my best to stay on track until next Thursday (normally I allow myself a little slack on weekends). I know I can accomplish that, whether or not I lose the weight is not up to me. I cannot predict what I will lose, but I can control what goes in my mouth. So that's my strategy.

It's worked before, I certainly got out of my stall (which was more mental than physical) and I'm heading toward 50lbs total lost, WOOO WOO! Pretty soon I'll be at 40lbs lost on the fasting protocol and that makes me feel good. It's still going to take me about a year to lose all of the weight I want, but at least I feel like I will finally get there!

Oh, I have lots of no-carb meals that I've been preparing for months if anyone wants ideas. One I tried last night was great:

6oz Fresh Flounder (coated lightly with garlic powder or a few bread crumbs)
2 medium zuccinni (use veggie peeler to cut outside into "noodle-like" strips... discard seeded portion of zuccinni)
one can chopped tomatoes (plus juice)
1tsp crushed garlic
12 fresh basil leaves
1/4 tsp salt
1/4 tsp pepper

Cook Flouder in pam, turning once until flaky, remove from pan and cover to keep warm.

hit the pan with pam again and add the crushed garlic... stir until you smell the aroma (about 30 seconds). Add zuccinni, stirring until it is slightly wilted, about 2 minutes. Add tomatoes and basil, cook until just boiling. Add remaining seasoning. Plate veggies onto two plates, adding fish on top.

Had this for dinner last night and it was SO yummy. I've been trying to get creative because veggies and lean meat can get SOOO boring SOOO quickly :). Maybe that's because I've been doing it for 4 months!

Question: Do you guys admit how much you've lost, or do you keep it to yourselves? At this point, I don't want to tell people I've lost almost 50lbs because it's SO obvious that I have so much more to lose... and when I get to my goal, I don't know that I'll want to admit how fat I was. What do you guys think?

*hugs*
Kathy

Just posted this recipe to Donna's journal and thought I'd toss it here too!

Take 6 chicken breasts (boneless skinless)
Put them in the crockpot and cover with water
Add one packet of fajita or taco seasoning
Add one jar of salsa (spiced to fit your taste)

Cook on low heat all day

When you come home, take chicken out and flake into small pieces, place back in salsa mixture. Makes a great fajita filling (along with lettuce, low fat sour cream, cheese, etc), or very good for the top of a taco salad. I made this for my family and they LOVED it. My MIL even asked me for the recipe, and it's SOOO easy.

Losinit

Losinit

Sounds so yummy, but know my son will not try it. He is a funny kiddo. Doesn't like much spice and yet puts hot pepper flakes on pizza.

I appreciate your suggestion. I am feeling staled on this weight loss thing.

Your stats look GREAT! Will keep looking at your success!

Donna:wave:

Losinit

Try marinading pork loin in teriyaki and grilling or baking. It is beyond yummy. Even fussy kiddo loved it. Cook lean meat all the time, for my son is meater but cholesterol is only 113 which is low. Defat all kinds of meats by refrigerating after cooking them and then skimming off fat that has congealed.

Hope you get to goal!

Donna

Losinit,

My 10 year old son knows how much weight I've lost, and he keeps asking me how much I weigh now. I won't tell him! EVER! He tells his dad everything, and I don't want him to know. Although, I did gain it while married to him. I could never admit to him that I was over 300 pounds. Nobody else asks me, probably because I do have so much more to lose. They do compliment me, almost daily, on the progress I'm making. Makes me feel great!

Do whatever your heart tells you to do. Once you put the words out there, you can never take them back! Learned that one the hard way!!

Your chicken recipe sounds yummy!!

Hello! saw you posting around and decided to stop here and say hello. you are doing so wonderful and lost alot of weight. i bet you feel so proud.
hope to get to know you better too and enjoy the day!

Minnie,

Thanks so much for stopping by! I check out your posts on everyone else's journal, and always notice how positive you are!

Thanks for the congrats, I'm excited about my weight loss, wish I was closer to the end of my road... but at least I'm heading in the right direction!

BTW: Congrats on your loss too! Your 37lbs is impressive, I can't *wait* to be in the "under 200" category. That's like a dream of mine!


*hugs*
Losinit

Losinit,

When I get under 200, I'm gonna pinch myself!! I can't even imagine being less than 200. It's been since 1981!! Ouch, that hurt to even say. Well, we're in the 100 minus club now, so let's relish in that for a bit. You're doing an amazing job!

Thanks for the info on your WLD, too. I don't think that plan would work for me long term. WW seems to work. I like to eat real food. I tried the slimfast plan, 2 shakes and 1 meal, but it wasn't enough for me. Occasionally I will have a shake or bar for my lunch. I'm glad it works for you though!

Have a great weekend!

Well, this weekend went OK, not terrific, but I didn't binge or anything. I guess that's a bonus.

I did, however, indulge in more carbs than are allowed on my plan. Stacet, I agree this is not for everyone and if this weren't my last option, it wouldn't be for me either. But, it's working and I can't argue with that!

Got lots of stuff done around our house this weekend. Hubby and I have been traveling lots, so it's nice to be home and get something done for once! Of course, there is always more to do, but that'll never change.

Put the finishing touches on our new veggie garden, now we just need to get some veggies (yes, I know it's late, but better late than never!). Hopefully we'll get some tomatoes out of it, maybe even some cucumbers... who knows. Next year will be better.

I'm patiently waiting for my clothes. I'm really excited, can't wait to try everything on when it gets here! Thanks again Stacey. BTW: John is changing the books swap to be a general swap so people can exchange clothing there! I think I'll post something about the size 28s that I have for sharing.

Hope everyone is doing well and had a great weekend. Stacey, sounds like you had a nice time with your daughter. That's wonderful.

*hugs*
Losinit

Losinit,

Your new clothes are in the mail as we speak!! My hubby took them to the post office this morning. I hope you enjoy them!

I did have a nice time with my daughter. It sounds like she's doing a lot better now. Yippee!!

Have a great day,

Stacey,

That's wonderful, I'm so glad your daughter is handling things better. I'm sure that takes a lot of stress off of you.

I'm so glad I have you guys as friends, it's wonderful to know I'm not alone!

I'm in need of some advice right about now, I'm really struggling with my diet. I weigh every two weeks, and I've been doing great for the past two weeks, really working on doing my program to the best of my ability. Until this weekend that is. Now I've been on a four-day "off-program" bender and I can't seem to stop it. I'm not binging, just indulging in some carbs that I'm not supposed to have. Consequently, my weight was up a pound this morning. I *can't* gain weight when I go in on Thursday. I've managed to lose every two weeks for 4.5 months now, I would be devastated if I didn't lose this week too.

HELP! I know most of this weight is water, since I haven't been taking in over 1000 calories per day. However, that won't make me feel better when my scale tips in at a gain on Thursday.

I've tried "starting over" several times and it's not working. I keep slipping. I need good, practical advice. Maybe just asking for help will get me in the right mindset. I'll try anything right now.

Stacey: I do think part of this might be because the 260s are scaring me... who would have thought being skinny would be scarey!

HELP!
Losinit:c(

Losinit,

I can relate to being afraid. Look how long it took me to get into the 260's! I wonder if my fear rubbed off on you? You've worked hard, sacrificed a lot on your diet, you're not going to blow it now! Like you said, it's probably water weight. If you're not supposed to have carbs then -- :coach: STOP EATING THEM!! Seriously, you've been without for so long, when your body got a taste of them, it probably wanted more. Is it your TOM? Sometimes we crave them then.

Don't worry, even if you don't have a loss, you're still doing great! Don't judge yourself on one weigh-in. Look at how much you've accomplished!!

You're a winner!

Well, I seem to have my act in gear, at least for now!

Had a good day yesterday, only a few extra carbs. No big deal. I finally feel like I'm getting back in control. It was tough there for a little while. I felt like I couldn't stop myself!

I was back down to 272 this morning, hoping to make it to 270 or 269.anything tomorrow. It'll be great to be in a whole new decade! Especially one I haven't seen since I was a teenager!

Got my garden planted last night, some herbs and some califlower... veggie plants are sparce now, but I'm trying!

My hubby may be changing jobs, he's bored stiff where he is now and in computers that's worse than death! Wish me luck, I'm having issues with this job jumping he's doing. Doesn't make things feel very stable.

Hope everyone else is doing well.

*hugs*
Losinit

P.S. No new clothes yet, I was hoping they would come last night so I could see how skinny I am, but maybe tonight :).

Losinit

Plateau are tough and every woman thin, slender and fat have weight flucuations within a month. If it really is the carbs, you will have to re-evaluate your plan. Need to make a list of things to pamper yourself when feeling tempted. Like doing your nails or writing Stacey a thank you, letting her know how much you are anticipating new clothes, or hot bubble bath with candles, oh, did I forget reading a trashy novel?:D

Look how far you have come. I 'd be so proud if I could stay that focussed.

Watching your success,

Donna:yawn: :wave:

Donna: Thanks for reminding me that I need to reward myself for what I've lost so far, and pamper myself as an award! The bath-thing sounds SOOO nice, I think I'll take your advice on that one.
How are you doing?

Stacey: I did have a pretty good week, even if the weekend was overboard on carbs. I know I need to worry more about the big picture, but I get caught up in instant gratification, that's a problem I've always had!

Thanks for everyone's concern. I'll be sure to post my weight loss tomorrow (here's for hoping that I hit the 260s!

*hugs*
Losinit

Losinit,

YOu didn't post in your own journal about getting the clothes! I thought maybe I hadn't sent them for a minute!! :laugh: I was sure hoping they'd fit you, but they will soon! Gives you something to work for.

I hope you make your 260's!! Haven't seen a post from you yet today. I hit 261.5 yesterday. I'm going OUT of the 260's -- FOREVER!

I'll check back in a bit to see your SUCCESS!!

:hug:

Hey guys,

Well, not a stellar weigh-in, but not bad either. I lost another 2lbs, bringing me *very* close to the 260s. I'm sure I'll be there in two weeks when I weigh in again. Thanks for all of the encouragement.

I had a real heart-to-heart with my WLD last night and told him that I've been feeling very bored with my program. I keep slipping up for no good reason, etc. He said it's tolly normal because "diets" aren't fun. We switched things around a bit, adding some brown rice and whole-grain diet bread (I said I loved him for giving me back bread! He blushed...). Hopefully this is enough to get me re-energized. I think maybe even just bringing it up to him helped me realize that I'm being silly. This program is working really well and I have great support from them and from you guys. You're awesome.

So, I'm on my "new" plan today and feeling good about it. It's not really that different, but I feel like it's enough that I have to concentrate again, instead of relying on knowing the program.

We also talked about kids, my WLD said to have a very easy pregnancy, he'd like to see me get closer to 200lbs before conceiving. I think that's reasonable and I'm going to bring it up to my OB/GYN when I see her next week. That way I can work with the two of them to make sure that I and the baby are AOK.

Stacey: Hehehe, I was so excited about them, I just wanted to tell you right away! I'm sure they'll all fit shortly, the shirts and skirts fit fine, just a few pairs of pants are having trouble fitting over my big hips! You go on your weight loss!

*hugs*
Losinit

Losinit,

Where are ya? Haven't seen you post this weekend. Hope you're having a good time somewhere! Congrats on the 2 pounds. You'll be in the 260's before you know it!

If you couldn't tell by my clothes, I'm pretty "hippy" too. I always buy the relaxed fit sizes and they fit great. I've lost 16.25 inches since April! That just amazes me. Not coming off my hips as fast as I'd like, though. Actually, it's pretty proportianate (sp?). I've lost 4 inches off my hips, and 4.5 off my waist. So what am I complaining about? Cuz we only see the bad parts. Ok, enough of that crap!! :laugh:

Have a great weekend, and I'll talk to you soon!

:hug:

Losinit

Just peeking in to see how you are doing. Do you have any children now? I didn't realize you were wanting a family/baby. I apologize for not following your journal more closely but hardly get online during the weekend with those 12 hr shift.

My neighbors loved the chicken and rice and I really want to thank you for the receipe and helping initiate my crockpot. Want to try the roast next. So if you have any more favorites up your sleeve, please send them my way.

Thanks,

Donna

hello just wanted to drop in and say hello and to wish you a great monday!

Minnie: Thanks so much for stopping by! You made my morning!

Donna: I am *so* glad your neighbors likes the chicken, I was nervous that it didn't come out right! Sounds like you did great. I think I'm going to cook the roast myself on Friday, or maybe my chicken cacciatore... I'll dig out that recipe for you. My in-laws are coming and I just hate to have to take Friday nights to cook a big meal. Crockpot is *much* easier!

I don't have any children yet, hubby and I have only been married 2 and a half years. We think we're going to start trying next year... after I get closer to 200lbs. That's what my doc says will be safest. Of course, my GYN says that I would be fine getting pregnant now, but being smaller can only help matters!

Had a good weekend eating-wise... altough I did have a little alcohol on Saturday night (not on my diet), so it could have been better. Hubby and I tore out a carpet in the upstairs hall and down the staircase. Uncovered a BEAUTIFUL hardwood floor (where an ugly green carpet had been), guess it goes to show that beneath something ugly (like my fat) lies something beautiful waiting to get out.

Hope everyone had a good weekend! I got lots of exercise prying, painting and polishing! The results are WONDERFUL!

*hugs*
Losinit

Losinit,

I love hardwood floors! They're so nice. And what an analogy! I don't think your fat is ugly green though. :laugh:

I can tell you from experience that being thinner when you get pregnant is easier. I've had three kids, and twice I was heavier, once I was thinner. Guess which one went easier??? Yup! The "thinner" one. It's a personal preference, but just my two cents! Good luck to you and your hubby whatever you decide. That would certainly be an exciting time.

Have a great day!

Stacey:

Thanks for the advice, I know in my heart that I'll be better off getting pregnant thinner, but until now I didn't think getting thinner was a possibility! I was just stuck in my weight loss efforts and never seemed to get anywhere. I'm now in uncharted territory weight-wise and feel much more confident that I will eventually lose all of this weight. I have to!

Here's to hoping we both make it to our next decade by next week! We can do this! Besides, you need to keep your 10-lb lead!

*hugs*
Losinit

Hello and i am enjoying reading your journal. i dont want to contradict stacey (cuz i love her to death) but heres my opinion on pregnancy and heavy versus thin i think it depends on the person. i beleive thinner would be the healthier way but i had 3 children too and the easiest pregnancy and birth was my last child and i was heavy then. well just my 2 cents too. do what the doctors recommend for your health. when i say heavy i was 190 pounds when i got pregnant with son.
well good night!

Had to tell you guys a funny story. I got together with a friend last night who I haven't seen in a while. She's about the size I would like to be (and we look a little alike, so she's easy for me to visualize how I will look). Anyway, she's really easy to talk to, and she's very proud of me for how much I've lost. Well, I was showing her how my clothes could fit me, plus a few other people as well and she suddenly exclaimed, "Your boobs are so small... they're fun now! You have perky ones!" I almost died laughing. She seemed so shocked that they were smaller (duh) and her comment just made me giggle. Anyway, she was really flattering and said all night that I looked good and should show off my new body more. She "really" didn't like my baggy clothes!

Anyway, just thought I'd share. It was a pretty funny conversation, and it got even funnier. Started talking about skinny girl problems of "bumping and grinding" injuries. I'm starting to see where that could be an issue... never knew that you could bump bones with someone! My bones were always so padded!

Anyway, hope I gave everyone a good chuckle this morning, everyone needs that now and then.

*hugs*
Losinit

well it was funny and i can relate. my boobs too have gotten smaller. i was a 42 C-D when i started 17 weeks ago and i am now a 38c and shrinkingLOL but i'll take the smaller boobs with the smaller body. i dont want big ones if it means the rest of my bodies big too.
i guess if you lose some in that area it wasnt all boob to begin with but fat too so i am happy there gone down cuz there perky too now:) ok have a good day my friend!

I started at 42DD, and now I'm getting looser bras, but not cup size. ...hmmm....I lost 3 inches off my bust, 4.5 off my waist, and 4 off my hips since April, so you can see where I'm NOT going to shrink!! The smallest I ever was is 40D, so I'm not very hopeful of getting smaller. But my hubby loves it!! :)

Feels good to shrink, though, doesn't it? And to have people notice. Start wearing some tighter clothes, girl! Show it off!!

Losinit,

Where are you?!?! I had to SEARCH for your journal! I hit my next decade and wanted to share with you, but you're MIA. I hope you're having a great time where ever you are!!

:hug:

Hi guys.

Well, had a tough weekend, pretty much fell off the wagon between a party and my in-laws visiting. I didn't do *too* bad, but still had some things I shouldn't have (drinks and cake being at the top of the list). My weight is still up today, but I'm still PMSing, so I'm sure it'll be gone by Thursday. I'm still hoping to be in the 260s by this weekend.

Othe than the weekend I've been doing GREAT! Last week I was totally in a "zone" so hopefully that will balance out my bad weekend. I'm back on track today, and promising myself to go walking tonight. I need to get back in my routine... my 60-mile walk is in nearly 60 days! I was *so* in shape a few weeks ago and then felt lousy and got out of the routine. I am going to get back in this week!

I did get compliments from my in-laws. My teeny sister in law told me all of my clothes are too big. When I told her I didn't want to buy new clothes yet since I'm still losing, she said she'll go on a clothes shopping spree when I get to my goal. She said, "at the rate you're going you'll be where you want to be soon1" Was very nice for someone who has never been 1lb overweight, she really is a good kid (sometimes)!

Felt pretty self-conscious since we went to the beach on Saturday. I'm in a smaller suit now (size 18 thank you very much) and happy with my upper-body, but my hips/thighs look terrible! They're bumpy, "loose" looking and just plain yucky. Plus, my vericose veins are showing up more now because there is less to hide them! Is anyone else having these issues! I feel like I'm going to get thin and look terrible because of this stuff! Once the summer's over it won't be so bad because I will be able to hide my newfound sagginess until I'm at goal and get surgery to remove it all! Who's with me?

Ok girls, keep up the good work!

Stacey: I've been busy with family in town, so no postings. I'm *so* excited for you!!! Yes, jealous, but thrilled! You go girl! I can't believe you're in the 50s! :cheer:

I guess you made room for me in the 60s! Now, if you could only get rid of my PSM water weight so I could get there. I can see my body has lost weight, but this darn water is hanging around. I really really really want to get there by Thursday (weigh in day). Wish me luck!

*hugs*
Losinit

Losinit,

You KNOW I wish you the BEST of luck! With your hard work, you will get there. Watch your sodium and up your water. Don't worry about the weekend. Life goes on! Taking a little "break" won't kill you, just get back on program!

I think my 17.5 miles on my bike really helped me, so if you start walking, you'll get there. I'm definitely rooting for you for Thursday!!

I'm in with you for the surgery after I reach goal. I already told my hubby that I was having it done. He looked at me funny, but if I do all this hard work, and still have the flab, I'M HAVING SURGERY!! Luckily, I think my tummy will be ok, but I hate my upper arms, and I wouldn't mind having my thighs "sucked" out either! I have my dad's thighs, and they'll always be big.

I'm glad to hear that you're ok! I was a little concerned when you didn't post. But now all is right with the world! :laugh:

Now MOVE IT!!

..... if we do a bulk order hahaha

loved catching up on your journal losinit !!

stacey is so right...weekends happen...just got to balance it out

its the by myself out of control that still freaks me out

but working on it!

you will bust out of this decade soon ! and you def deserve the praise and compliments on your new size... its desire and determination...both of which you have and share with the rest of us

I am close to my next decade too... gonna do my best this week and hopefully knock one more pound off

my exercise really took back seat too the last while...and I sure feel it at work...my thighs 'burn' now after long standing periods... that never happens if I am walking or exercising regularly

so...hopefully will get my head on straight and get into mode too

as for the surgery part
it is an interesting thing...with many dif opinions

me, i have a huge soft belly from packing on the pounds...had been heavy at a younger age...lost it...and maintained it for most of my adult life...then ballooned to my curreent state a few years ago
always hated my body...hated the sag of my stomach...hated looking at myself...hated anyone looking at me naked...even though ex told me that was stupid
stupid or not..I know the terrible self image I had was my demise

so... when my eyes go to arms, thighs, belly now... I just have to pull out a pair of 330++ pants or such and remind myself my value is based on where i am...today...and I am doing good
I will never have a body you can bounce a nickel off of...but I will most def get a tummy tuck if needed when the time comes
a tummy tuck is not natural...but neither is being 350 pounds and staring 400 in the eye
I will always have scars and all that goes with the weight (for my bod anyways)
but if I can remove the belly flop... I gladly will... that scar will be worn proudly! along with the rest

I dont wait for that day to feel 'pretty' I am amazed how dif my attitude is this last few months...def down days... but I just have to pat my soft belly and think back a few months when it was hard as a rock and packing 60 pounds more

little steps my friend

and we have all the options we want as well along the way


you are constant inspiration... have you seen all the decade people now???!!!!

thats you babe!!!


have a great week


:hug: Pengi

Hello! well let the weekend go as i did. we all need a break too as long as we get right back on our plan.
as for surgery i dont think i will do that unless its well needed. my legs are of no problem or my butt cuz there toning now and not flabby. arms were flabby but are getting smaller and toned but my problem area is my belly. biggest part on me next to my mouth. LOL
i hate my belly. i hate looking pregnant when im not. but now i dont look pregnant but belly still has a ways to go.
i have some stretch marks from having 3 children and it used to bother me but now i think i brought 3 children into the world and its my badge of motherhood so i wear it proud. as far as spider or varicrose veins. i have some on legs. i hate them too.

well your doing great. keep up the hard work. its paying off.
have a good day tommorow too.

Hehehe, you guys are great. We should start an after-weight-loss-surgery forum! Ha, that'll surely stump people. "But I thought weight loss surgery was BEFORE You lost the weight!?" HEHEHE

I say we find a surgeon somewhere that'll do a "bulk" rate for all of us. A few tummy tucks, some thigh reshaping, maybe a bulk rate on arm flap tucks ;). You name it, we'll be having it done!

Mainly I want to have my arms tucked (always had nice arms, now I have wings and I love to wear sleevless outfits), thighs reshaped (I think some of you know I have an a-symetrical fat pocket on one thigh... ick), and my veins done. Someone on another thread said the veins are pretty cheap. I may have that done before I lose all of the weight. That might make me feel better!

Right now I just feel generally saggy. Arms, legs, thighs. Only good news is that I never had a big belly (small hang over but not a preggers belly) and it looks like the belly will be OK all by itself. It's already starting to "stand proud." Not bad for not even 50lbs down.

Like I said, all of this probably wouldn't bother me too much if it weren't August. In September I can start covering up again and it won't be such a big deal.

Cute story: I put on an outfit that actually fit this morning (been wearing clothes 2 sizes too big) and my hubby looked at me, did a double take and told me I look REALLY skinny. How cute is that? I told him I'm this size now, but these clothes actually show it! He's sweet.

I'm having a problem stress eating now, in fact I binged slightly last night. Didn't overeat much, but definately felt out of control. Not a good feeling at all. It's just stress over my hubby maybe moving jobs. He got an offer for a better job, better benefits... less pay and he's considering it. I'm trying to be supportive, but if he takes it it will put a strain on our finances. Just when we were starting to get ahead (we both just got raises last month). We just starting out and just bought a house, so our savings are very low. Makes me nervous... guess i'm just feeling all of that right now. I told him we'll make due, I want him happy over anything else. But, I also told him he'll have to help me work out a budget so we can live within our "new" means. Why couldn't they have just offered him what he's making now? (This is a second offer, they won't go higher)

Anyway, you guys don't need to hear my moaning, specially when my problems are minimal compared to many of you dealing with illnesses and true stress.

Thanks for the cheers... and congrats to everyone in a new decade. Not sure if I'll join you this week, but here's to hoping!

*hugs*
Losinit