Good Morning Snow Angels,

DECEMBER!!!!!!!!! YIKES!!!!!!!! Well now let's take a look here. Oops I was suppose to be a lot closer to my December goal than I am. Well I still have time to make a dent in the excess storage of fat. First I have to get myself back on track.:c( I was doing great then out of the blue I found myself at the end the day Sunday not in very good condition!! I didn't have a binge but I did have so who the hell cares day!! Now why have a day like that when I got through the holiday dinner okay? I see my plan did not cover enough days. Well okay I start again RIGHT NOW!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

My goals for today are:
1. Stay on program
2. Drink lots of water
3. Exercise 51 minutes plus

Get moving and don't stop until I finish my 51 minutes of exercise.
We had a lot of snow and it is cold but fits the season!! Snow was very pretty coming down so fast.

Hope everyone is ready to start this day!! I am and I need to. I can do this so I going to DO THIS.

Time to quit saying I am doing this and start doing this!! Well Angels I am off to see the wizard........

Love and hugs
Lizzie

:snow: :lily: :lily: :lily:

Good morning Lizzie! Yes! Its December. A perfect time to get a jump start on those new year's goals. Boy have I been struggling. This weekend I got a pedometer and am going to see if that will help me re-focus again. I did well yesterday. 16,000+ steps. Of course walking 4.5 miles and doing a walk aerobic tape helped lots! Today I'll probably only get in 1.5 miles and will be in my office mode. So it'll be interesting to see what I end up with.

Sharon, how is your mom doing? And AJ, how are you feeling. I hope you both only have improvements to report this week.

Brenda, how is good ol Dr. Phil. I need to pick up that book and read it cover to cover. Its one of those things that got me off my duff about 1.5 years ago and started on this plan! I hear the guy saying "And how is that working for you?"

Well Phil, "Its not been working to well lately....Can I take a pill and fix it?"

Ladies, there's no easy way out of this. You either make some changes or you don't. I'm going after those changes to my "normal" or "current" habits, because they're just not helping me meet my goals. So here goes the start of an OP day!

Take care!

Hi Janet,

I can hear Dr. Phil asking me right now,"How is that working for you Lizzie?". That is after I whine and moan and groan about my WW program and how I keep trying to out smart the program.

According to Dr. Phil there is a payoff for remaining fat. Doesn't matter whether we like food or not or eat because we love food. When some one is carrying around an extra 50 - 100 lbs it is not healthy.

Okay Janet and Bren I am out today to find the answer to "What is the payoff for me staying fat?". There is no easy way out of this so I am digging in and finding what is happening. I am also making those changes that I started out to make and got sidetracked.

Thanks for the kick in the pants Janet. If you can make those changes then so can I. We all can and I really HAVE TO.

I am going back to bed and then getting up with a new attitude.
Yes that is what I am going to do.

Love and hugs,
Lizzie:D :D

Good Morning,

Well Mm isn't too good. Everytime I saw her she was sleeping. They weren't medicating her she was just sleeping. Now this isn't like my MOm because of her back pain and the neuropothy in her feet and legs she can usually only sleep a few hours at a time. So I had my sister call the DR. She had a bad bladder infection and it appears she wasn't getting enough oxygen they have her on oxygen and I was told she seemed better yesterday afternoon. It is almost like she is dealing with exhaustion. She has dealt with so much pain for so long it is just like her body said that is enough. I'll go see her today.

I have a lot to do here with Christmas three weeks away. I am going to the chiro since my back is still not doing too well. It is better than on Thanksgiving.

Well I really don't care much about dieting right now there are more important things going on. I will be around when I can.

Make it a good one everyone.

GOOOOD Monday morning ladies........

Lizzie......when you find the answer to the pay-off question, let us know and we'll play like that's our reason too. No need in us all searching, right? Dr. Phil........I can see him shaking his head at us right now!
I am actually looking forward to delving into Dr. Phil's book. I also got the one "The Solution" that John had previewed and started it yesterday. It's gonna be great and I know it will help me tremendously. Simple!...... and God knows I'm a "simple" person......if instructions to anything go past 4 I'm lost. Took me a couple of days to get my water purifier installed properly. My coffee sure tastes better! Saves totin' in the gallons of water every two weeks too. Tho that WAS exercise I suppose!

Sharon....sweety, I am so sorry to hear about your Mom. I hope there is improvement soon. Please take care of yourself during this time as well. Do what you need to for you....whatever that is at the moment. We'll be thinking of you.

Janet! You have all the info installed already from Dr. Phil! Way cool.....yeah, Dr. Phil...we downloaded all that stuff but ran out of room on our DO-drive! LOL! He is so good and I like him, even when he's on my toes....up to the knee joint some days.
I am going to set aside time this week to get started......
I saw "Self Matters" at the LIbrary a couple of weeks ago but wanted to do Life Strategys first.

Golly gee kids....I've gotta run. I have 30 minutes to throw myself together for work! Shhh....I've done it in less time I'm sure!
Thought earlier my computer had crashed. Yikes! Never done it so don't know how it acts? I had to shut down and turn back on. Everything went blank on me.

OK....I'm gone! Have a good day, be good to you, take time to reflect on the past 11 months and what it's brought you, take joy in the gift that it has been. I will do that today and let go of some things that hinder me in my journey.

Love and huggs to all.....
Bren......:tomato:

Hi ya'all! Guess who messed up bigtime today? Yuppers! Mwah! Hmmm....so why do I not want to lose this last 21 lbs? Well...lets see...popcorn, haagan daas icecream (didn't really work well...too sweet...will get Ben&Jerry next time!)....and candy...and more candy...homemade candy...peanuts covered with chocolate/butterscotch...yumm candy. LOL! NOT FUNNY!

Ok. I'm prepared for bad news on the scale tomorrow. Its expected.

Ya know....this really wasn't my fault. I'm going to blame my coworker Sharon. She talked me into going out for lunch today. It was good too! LOL! 3 Big Macs, supersize fries, extra large chocolate milkshake and 2 apple pies! No! I'm only kidding! If I do that call a dr! I won't eat a big mac, and don't have a taste for this stuff with the exception of the apple pies. Surprise surprise! We went to Qdoba for Mexican. Big steak fajita wrap....no more than 700 calories! I could have had the big mac! But hey...my wrap had veggies in it! A little bit of lettuce, salsa, peppers....sour cream...but no guacamole! I was way in control there! Anyhow....lunch is in the office tomorrow and its still in the refrigerator...turkey, salad, and soup. An orange for a snack and dried apricots for the afternoon snack.

I don't even wan't to see a Dr. Phil book at the moment. Give me someone better looking and hey we could be in business! LOL!

Hey 8907 steps so far today and that is with the 1.5 mile walk. So if I quit work and have a weekend every day then I'll clock 16,000 plus steps! Can I fire my boss tomorrow? It'll make me healthier! LOL! Dream on!

Well, time for bed. I've got to rest up and let some calories burn off! How about 5 lbs worth!

Sharon, sorry to here about your mom. Hope tomorrow is a better day for her. Hugs!

Morning Snow Angels,

I did do better yesterday but still not back 100%. That will happen today!!!!!!!!!!! It is either get with the program or forget it but no more messing around. WellI know I can not forget it so here goes another getting my sheep together and JUST DO IT.

Been thinking about my payoff for being fat. Every time I say I don't have a payoff I hear Dr. Phil in the background. " Yes you do and you know why you eat." First I have to recognize what is happening and why I am hiding in food. It is all about control. I can not control anything in life but me. And lately I have been giving me a hard time. So knock it off Lizzie and get on the ball. My life is more than just food so on with it. I am in for the long term and NOT INSTANT GRATIFICATION.

When is the last time I took a chance on anything. Taking a risk and doing something differently is exciting. Plus if I take a risk and fail no one knows it but me and I do not have to BLAB everything I know!! Besides there is no failure only lesser degress of success!!!!!!!!!!!!

What is holding you back then? Put big excuses here (......................................................................................) and now get over it and move on!!

You all know I have been trying to find my brothers. Well I found one yesterday and I emailed his daughter and am trying to contact him through her. My heart about stopped when I read that he may be suffering with the same blood disease as my sisters. Anyway he has symptoms and is getting tests started and will be finding out soon. I am not sure how I will handle another sibling with that awful disease. I know time is growing very short for my youngest sis and I don't know what to do. Well there is nothing I can do. Darn there is that control issue jumping in my face.

ok then I will for today do the following:
1. Stay on program
2. Drink fluids
3. Keep a positve attitude
4, 51 minutes of exercise or more.

That should keep me off the streets. Hey I will put up my tree today and decorate the house inside. Too cold for outside!!!!!!!!!!

Come on Angels we can do this -- all we have to do is do it!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Love and hugs,
Lizzie:D :rose: :D

Mz. Lizzie.....by golly I think you're on to something. The control issue.
I read a piece YEARS ago about anger. The gist of it was "Anger is our frustration at our inability to control another persons behavior".....I though well, that's crap.....I don't try to control another person......ok fine, I ate my son's lunch meat and snack cakes, like 5 of 'em.....I was mad at him and ate his food! He was 20, I wouldn't do that to a 6 year old, I swear! ok! Now who did that hurt? Numero uno me-OH! Then I'd kick my ex's clothes all over the room, bounce on the bed and flip on the lights while he was trying to sleep and stuff. I was real mature for my age and all. I still behave that way ,just no one SEES me!

I say I don't have control issues now but the only reason it's not a BIG problem is I live alone!

Janet! You have a Sharon co-worker too! There are several Sharons in my life and we have one here too! Hey....imagine your boss in his drawers.......I've heard that will lighten things up a bit since ya can't fire 'em.

Hey! I saw my ex on TV yesterday for the first time. He's in an Eye-Mart commercial. He's a hotty too. Haven't seen him in 5 years, when I went to Dallas for Laura's wedding. I stayed at his place one night, a girl-friend's for two. He and his current wife are trying to work things out. I hope they can.

Gonna run....I'm off today and gonna shop/clean/cook/shop/nap/shop/and shop. I'll stop when I'm outa money! That shouldn't take long! LOL!:D Have a good day everyone.....
Brenda

Good morning snow ladies!!

I know this isn't our "Weigh-in Day", but I was so excited, I just had to!! I was down FIVE POUNDS from yesterday! Blasted water pill, I'll never forget that again!! But two of the pounds were actual loss from being good. I JUST KNOW IT!! I am down to my lowest ever -- 245!! Only 5 more pounds to go!! YIPPEE!! Of course, my hubby didn't believe me...had to prove it to him! :laugh:

I actually did my first Pilates work out last night! I'm so excited. I was ready to go to bed, then said "NO"!! I promised myself that I would do it, and I AM GOING TO DO IT! So I did it!! I have better ab muscles than I thought, too. Surprised me! But I am a bit sore today. I'm sure I'll be more sore later! This is great for flexibility and lengthening muscles instead of bulking them. Perfect for me! I CAN DO THIS!

Ok, more later. Hopefully with another loss!! :)

Keep up the good work. Lizzie, I love your self-talk. Makes me think. What am I gaining by staying fat? I know I'm afraid to be a "normal" size, and I know why, but it's hard to let go. I have abuse and rape issues, and the weight keeps away the male attention, right? Well, no, but that's my theory. Maybe I don't trust myself? I love my husband, but would I stray? No, I wouldn't, but that's my fear, or one of them. Maybe I should start checking out this Dr. Phil.

Things that make you go Hmmm.....

Stacey,
My gosh girl you are doing a fabulous job!!!!!!!!!! 245 yahoooooooooooooooooooooooo now you weigh less than I do!! GOOD FOR YOU!!!!!!!!!

Hope you have a wonderful day!! I am really proud of you sweetie!!!

Love and hugs,
Lizzie:D

Thanks Lizzie! I'm so ready to be thin. I've been heavy for so long. I don't want to be the "Fat Blonde" any more! I will do this, and you guys have been a tremendous help for me! I'm so glad you started this challenge. Next year we can be the Beach Bunnies!! :laugh:

Hi everyone,

Sorry I have been MIA for so long. I had the flu about a week and a half ago and then was busy with Thanksgiving. I had a great turkey day and stayed on program. Hurray Hurray.

Well I don't have much time but just wanted to let everyone know I am still here and doing great.

Congratulations Stacey! Yeah! Yes-check out dr. phil. You'll be glad you did.

Glad to see you too Katie! Sounds like you're rolling right along too on plan.

Brenda, I actually like my boss. But, I might die if I saw him in his shorts. Scary!

Lizzie, you'll get there. Keep us all thinking!

Weigh in is tonight. I did better today. Am just plain stressed. No word on the job situation today and I really don't expect to hear anything for several days. Oh well. Get over it and move on! It'll happen when it happens!

Lizzie and Brenda, This is from Fit1hlthe1. I'm sorry I didn't contact you while I was in Phoenix but I couldn't remember how to post a message when I wasn't on my home computer. Hope you are both doing well. I finished the 21 day challenge and did well till we had my mom's birthday party on Thanksgiving Eve. I decided to start my thanksgiving eating a meal early. I did loose 2 pounds for the 3 weeks which is about what I was expecting in my slow and steady way.

I'm going to be going now so good luck to both of you.

Hi Angels!!!!!!!!!!!!

Just stopping in on my way to bed. That is a laugh!! When did I ever go to bed at 11:45?? Get real lizzie.

Ok then I am sitting here thinking about my "payoff" and I sure don't see one tonight but I know it is still control issues. Today I have been very anxious. Haven't quite pinpointed the problem but I am pretty sure it is all about surgery. And a lot about finding my brother. As long as I was searching that was okay but the finding is causing me to relive some things I didn't want to even think about anymore. Well I am going to have to deal with them sooner or later so might as well be now.

Maybe I can talk about it tomorrow but not tonight!

Anyway I finally took a pill to help calm the nerves and stop clenching my teeth. My jaws are hurting tonight so I must have been doing that all day. I got a piece of hard candy so I will stop the jaw action. Yikesssssss.

I thought about what you said Stacey and it makes a lot of sense. The weight for me has kept away the male attention and that suited me fine but I finally realized it kept away my DH also. Well that suited me fine while I was so pissed at him for all those years. Ahaa I think you hit upon something Lizzie. Funny I forgot what I was pissed about. Something to think about.

I have learned until I recognize why I do certain things I can not change them. So my trip to self discovery has a few twist and turnes I did not know were there. That is okay I didn't expect this to be an easy trip.

But enough for one day!! I am definitely going to put my tree up tomorrow and enjoy the day!!

Katie I am glad to see you back. Sorry you were so sick with the flu. Hope you Thanksgiving was wonderful.

You are rigt Janet the job will happen just when you don't expect it!! Always happens that way.

Hi Fit, hey 2 pounds is 2 pounds!!!!!! Yeaaaaaaaaa!! Good for you losing 2 lbs! Don't worry about being away and not checking in you did now and that is what is important!!

Well I am going to go watch some tv and think about the world at large and my problems will sure be mighty small compared to the world problems.

Hope you all have a pleasant night!!!!!!!

Love and hugs,
Lizzie

:cheer: :cheer: YOU GO GIRL! Stacey! That's SO exciting! Down 5 more and hitting 245!

Lizzie, my co-worker and I were discussing the same thing at work the other day..about a lot of us who are overweight have been sexually abused and in hiding behind the excess weight, we avoid the attraction of the opposite sex and the possibility of further abuse.
Ok....the way I put it in identifying my pay-off........in staying fat I avoid the possibility/probability? of becoming promiscuous....because I would be SO attractive if I get "fine"men would just swoon! LOL! AND....I don't have to put forth any effort to maintain a relationship if I don't have one!
hey I'm almost 35 for the 15th time...who the hell am I kiddin'??!!
I can't keep a dance partner much less a life one!
Anyway....that was my take on Brenda!
What is it Dr. Phil says about not having the RIGHT to not participate in life? Well by golly I'm gonna get in the game for the rest of my life.........there's no reason the rest can't be the BEST. I can't change a single thing that I did or had done TO me but I can and will be a major player in what the future holds........hey, sounds good in print! LOL!

Hey Fit1! So good to c-ya!! That's great! down 2 and I'll bet you're fitter than ever with all the exercise you got in! I didn't fare so well, tho the re-gain from the prednisone is coming off at last.

Katie! Good to see you honey girl! Hope you're feeling much better by now. Our Sandie has had the flu too. Such a nasty little bug and it hits outa nowhere! I pray I can weasle thru another year without getting it! I only need 27 more days to be able to say that I did!

Lee, hope you're doing well wherever you are!
Janet.........keep on keepin' on girl! OK.....I know what ya mean about the underwear thing....tho I have used it in the past! LOL!
My current boss and family remind me of Tim the Tool man Taylor! They have 3 boys too. He can be goofy but when my arse is in the grinder, he's all business.

Sharon....hope you got to your chiro for some much needed relief. You have a lot to tackle ahead and need to be in good health to handle it. Hey 21 days.....OMG 3 weeks to Christmas! YIKES!

Lizzie, you have so much on your plate right now love. Take tiny
bites or you will become overwhelmed in a hurry. Finding your brother, facing surgery, dealing with unresolved issues,..... ninety of a hundred things beyond your control or ability to change, rearrange or fix. Do what you can on a daily basis, dear one......release what you can and delegate when you can. Move yourself to the very top of your list of priorities......give Lizzie what she needs today. You are loved and appreciated and needed! Be good to you!

Gonna run and get ready for work. Have a good day everyone!!
Love ya bunches!
Brenda
:D

Oh happy day!! See my new numbers?? I was HOPING to hit 244, but didn't expect it...but I did!! :cheer:

Brenda, you must have missed the part about how I went up 4 pounds after not taking my water pill! Four of those pounds were water, the rest was weight. I am so happy! I'm finally losing again.

I totally agree with the abuse issues, just didn't want to go into too much detail. I finally have a good man in my life, and don't think I would make the wrong choices, but it's still scary. Now is MY time to live and enjoy my life, and I plan to do that! I have everything I've ever wanted in my life, and nothing is holding me back. I'm starting back to school next month too! Time to make a change..a GOOD change! At least now I can fit into the desks!

I hope everyone has a good weigh-in today!

Hi ! Lizzie and all....all the self talk and awareness of our habits does help? Doesn't it? Last night I wanted to binge...was stressed...felt overwhelmed with stuff to do etc....and know how to eat vs. confronting all this. Well, I opened the refrigerator, freezer, and cupboards and what I pulled out, I put back. A victory for an on plan day. Yeah!:cheer: I actually had pulled my act together an journaled...food/exercise only too. I think I need to cut down on those occassional 2200 plus days. The biking is out of the picture now and the plain truth is I'm not burning quite as much as I do in the spring thru fall in calories. I don't think I've wanted to face this....or figured maybe I'm flawless due to the success so far. Well....a back to back weight gain over the past 2 weeks is sinking in. Slowly! LOL! I've been struggling since Sept. and need to really focus again. It has to be now because I want to pull it together PRIOR to the new year. I've jumped some of my friends cases when they've stated that they're going to start making an effort on New Year's. Well, I think I need to jump my own case too! So yeah again for a victory last night on stomping out the binging!

This is a really tough time of the year to stay motivated. Last night I had my Pilates class and only 3 of us were there. Last week 2 of us were there. This class often has 20--30 people in it. Well the instructor said this happens EVERY year and then they all come back New Years. Last year she was down to 1 person!

Well, everyone my lesson for the day is to THINK AND ACT outside of the BOX. Walk the road of the different drummer and don't follow the crowd!

Have a great day!

Hello Angels,
I can see I can see by the beautiful sea by the sea by the sea the beautiful sea!!! Anyone remember that song from a thousand years ago?

Well I had my surgery this am and I can really see again. Wow sight what a gift!! Surgery wasn't bad at all in fact it was kind of neat. When the doc directed the laser into my eye I saw lots of bright colors and things popping in my eye. Amazing!!!!!!!!

Hi Janet,
I know this is a tough time of the year to stay motivated. What helps me is remembering how much damage I can do in a couple of days and I absolutely do not want to go backwards again. I am staying focused with the help of all the Angels and moving forward. I do not want January 1 st to roll around and me be all down in the dumps because I wanted to have the holidays off and gained weight. No I won't allow myself to give up. Never Never give up.

But I see you have your motivation and determination on go so GOOD FOR YOU!!!!! You are certainly inspiring me to stay on task and stay focused!! Coolllllllll

Stacey,
Wow girl you just amaze me! Look at you dropping pounds like there is no tomorrow. Good for you. Still eating healthy right?? I know you are but the mother hen in me just had to ask.

Bren,
I do believe Dr. Phil has been readng my journal and my mind. I keep hearing him say things that hit home. He said people who hide and live on the outside of life are being very arrogant. If we are not excited about our life then get moving and get excited. Well not in those exact words but that is what he meant. I am taking charge of me and making things happen. I will not allow another day to go by that I don't take a chance and do something different. Even if it is as small as tasting a new food. At least I am doing something different!!

He did say we teach people how to treat us so I have been working on a whole new set of lesson plans. This could get very interesting. I sure hope so.

Hope you are all well now and ready to have some fun. Has all your hearing come back? I hope I hope!!!!


Okay today I have the same goals as i always do but they are new to me each morning:
1. Stay on program
2. Drink water
3. Exercise for at least 50 minutes.
4. Just enjoy the day and NO complaints

Okay Angels we have some pounds to lose and have some fun. They go together don't they? I think they do. So I am staying focused. Got the motivation and determination back on full force. Going to be a great day.

Let's do it Angels,
Love and hugs,
Lizzie:D

Good Friday morning crew!

Stacey! Alrighty then! Woohoo! I wanna dance for ya! Ok..I'll use any and EVERY excuse to dance!
Lizzie! You can see! Wonderful! I'm gonna dance for you too! I am so glad for good results!!
Yeppers..my hearing is back and I am so thankful. I am so excited by the gift of the semses. God gave 'em to us and we don't realize what a gift they are 'till one is on the blink!

I was over at Dr. Phil's house this morning, getting some input and print-outs. He was sleeping so didn't know I was there.

Janet! Woohoo girl! I felt that way a couple of days ago when I put sweets back on the shelf. I was gettin' em for the "office"....yeah right! Well niether Sharon nor I need banana nut bread or HUGE cinnamon rolls! Even if they WERE on sale! LOL!
Doesn't self dicilpine feel totally virtuous sometimes?
Shaeron and I only have 3 more days to work together this YEAR....OMG.......so we will have our annual snacky time at work today, Monday and Tuesday. We do sandwich/chips/dip type thing and will actually have veggies this year too!
I did 7 layer dip and ranch dip, she's doing the sandwich and veggie trays.
I'll be at Dub Wright location the week of the 15th and won't see her again this year. WOW......how did that happen?

Anyhoo my lovelies...time is trippin' on by and I am excited about my program....again......am so ready to take proper care of me and get a wonderful start on my recovery for next year!
I have budget work to do (personal) and boo-coos of other stuff to delve into. I take Phil with me to work and the week I'll be at the other office, I can REALLY get into my book.

Right now I'd better get my hiney in gear and get ready for work!
Have a great day everyone!
Bren:D

LOL!
I have to get a new battery for my scales! I'd told ya I'd had 'em for 12 years, replaced the battery only twice...hey they seemed accurate!
This morning I weighed.....said 213. Well it was 209 yesterday so I knew a hamburger wasn't worth 4 pounds, so tried again...ok....that was better....208. Just for funsies, let's do it again! 196! That's way cool.....then 139 then 96 pounds! LOL! That was fun! At least I know what 139 looks like on my scales! LOL!
That was my fun for this morning...think I'll go dancing tonight as I have lots of reasons to!
Lizzie, Janet, Stacey!

Bye for now!
Bren

I'm getting a little concerned and curious now. I dropped ANOTHER pound today. And I have a new battery!! Yes, Lizzie, I am eating right, staying in the low end of my points. The only thing that I can think of is that I stopped taking my Claritin this past Sunday. Would that make me drop water weight? I've been taking Claritin for about 5 years. They're trying me on Flonase now. Anyone know? I checked the web page for Claritin and there weren't any side effects mentioned.

Don't get me wrong, I'm happy to be losing, but you CAN'T possibly lose a pound a DAY! Unless it's water. Right? I mean, 3500 calories less than what we need to lose a pound. I'm eating 1300-1500 calories a day. In my point range. Hmmm...

On a positive note, I only have 2 more pounds to go! :)

Have a great weekend everyone!

Hey Stacey,
You know it could be from the medication. Many times I have a reaction to meds that no one else has so could be. Then again you never stop moving and you are staying on program. So I wouldn't worry about it.

Wow 2 more pounds!!!!!!!!! Holy Moly Girl!!!!!!!!!!!!! Wow you are blowing us all away! Good for you. We will have to celebrate. I Hope you are going to treat yourself to a big reward. You have certainly earned it. WOW!!!!!!!!!

Love and hugs,
Lizzie

Bren,
I am still laughing about your scales. I have fun sometimes with mine too. One morning I weighed 149 and I was so excited for a split second then reality hit and I weighed again. Yikes 249~!!! With my old scales you could weigh what ever you wanted. All you had to do was find the right spot on the floor to weigh. Yes I know that because I was doing it!! Lean forward and gain and lean back and lose. See I am easily entertained. hahaha

Hope you are having a great day. I had to see the ophthalmologist this am to make sure the laser surgery didn't do anything it wasn't suppose to. My vision went from 20/50 to 20/20 in my right eye. Wow I am so thrilled. I can not believe all the things I am seeing again. WOWWWWW.

Well I am off to the grocery store looking for healthy gfoods only!! My new bike is here and I am putting it together when I get back from grocery shopping!!!!!!!!!!!!

Have a great day all you Angels!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Love and hugs,
Lizzie

Hey cool! Its a warm 30 degrees or so here....maybe. Its been so cooold that this feels warm! Its sunny...you need those shades! Well, guys...I must confess that I too participate in "SCALE GAMES." At least at home! LOL! I do the lean back/forward thing too. Actually, I see how much I can gain to try and figure out where I really am! I'll also admit that I've thought about going to TOPS early to figure out how to manipulate the scale there for weigh in. Really what I'd be doing is testing its accuracy or standard deviation! Ha! I'm feeling technical today! Some things are better left unknown.

Well, its off to do errands. Its been a good few days so hopefully we'll continue the trend and dump some/all of the 3 lbs gained in the last 2 weeks. I'm at 173.5 as of last Tues. and want so desperately to get under the 170 mark and to stay there! Come on will power! Yes Lizzie, Never Never give up. Have a setback if you must, but never give up.

Stacey, I take and have taken tons of different allergy stuff. Including everything you've mentioned. Never associated gains/losses with it. Yes you can gain a pound in a day or more. I've done it just prior to weigh in by eating "Heavy food" and drinking fluids. Another way I've found to manipulate the scales is to lay off the salt for 1-2 days before weigh in. I don't watch this too carefully the rest of the week, but this too makes a difference! And it can be big! Oh yes, there is more. How about exercising lots prior to weigh in and going for a little dehydration and bringing lots of water with you to guzzle just after weigh in. Yes, I play with these factors every week! LOL! If I'm not consistent that can be a gain too! I doubt that the meds. are responsible, but you never know. They might play a factor.

Hey Brenda! Awesome battery loss! I guess you were low on fuel! LOL!

Hiya ladies!

Yep, I had fun this morning..laughed out loud at the 139 and 96! I haven't weighed 96 since I was about 8? I was 130 at 11. HOOYA! I'm gonna see it again too, by golly.

I did up some invitations for my brother tonight. He's having a prty for himself on our Birthday next Friday. I ran off 4 for me....assuming I'll show up at my place! I'm gonna be 50....fifty, FIFTY! How did that happen? I'm glad to see it, believe me........with it being my Birthday, surely I'll get to dance, right? I'll make me a sign!:D

You girls know some tricks I haven't tried yet! Tho I have been experimenting with the foot placement! I'm tickled for Stacey!
I want to get back down to 200 before I go to the Doctor for the annual grope and poke next month....they won't let me on the scale with just one foot.....I've asked.

Gonna go back to bed.......I was awakened by a call....some stranger, at 10:45, couldn't go back to sleep so got up to do Donald's invitations and play a few minutes. I'm running down now.
Have a great weekend all.........take care of you and enjoy yourselves!

Brenda:hug: