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Post by girliepurple on Nov 20, 2006 8:59:31 GMT -5
Beth - good point about the difference between diet and lifestyle change, it struck a chord with me. Yes I do think about WW every time it's time for food...and that's a good thing, we have really come far and it feels so good. Congrats on the 30 lbs loss, how about a picture soon??!
I wanted to say have a very Happy Thanksgiving with your family and friends, I will be thinking of you. Take care and enjoy yourself.
Thanks for your support and for keeping track on the Survival challenge too!
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Post by nightsinge on Nov 28, 2006 17:39:01 GMT -5
130...that is truly wonderful! Congratulations!!! I think setting your final goal for 125 is a fantastic idea...and your birthday seems totally doable. We're rooting for you.
Also, loved your story about the friend who stops and starts. I always think about it too...but I always thought about it before WW--just in terms of feeling guilty and eating defensively because of it. This seems much more healthy and rational to me.
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Post by chicagobeth on Nov 30, 2006 15:45:45 GMT -5
Still feeling a bit blah about the family situation in NJ and wishing I could be there to hang out with my sweet Dad. Also feeling a little off kilter I tihnk because I missed a meeting and WI last week. Is that strange? I think it's just so much a part of my routine. Anyway, we are expecting a foot of snow so it's possible I won't make it to WI tomorrow if the schools are closed but I'll definitely go one morning over the weekend because I need to know where I'm at. I'm kind of expecting a gain just from Thanksgiving week and not exercising although I've had a decent week this week with spinning Monday and Tuesday and yoga today. I guess we'll see.
I've got beef, potatoes, carrots and onions simmering away in the crock pot so we'll be hunkered down for the snowstorm!
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Post by katelight on Dec 1, 2006 13:00:48 GMT -5
Of course you would feel badly about your family situation, that just means you care deeply. Missed meetings throw me off too. Glad to be back in the routine. Can I come to your house for supper? beef, potatoes, carrots and onions sounds awesome. Take care Katie
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Post by nightsinge on Dec 1, 2006 15:32:35 GMT -5
I feel you. It's so hard to be away from my family sometimes...especially when they're not doing well. Blessings to them and you.
I think I'll try to go to WW over the weekend too. Better to know than to be in this...gray area, eh?
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Post by chicagobeth on Dec 5, 2006 8:24:55 GMT -5
It is amazing how good I felt after going to a meeting, I think once I reach goal I will probably continue going because it is such a part of my weekly regimen now.
The next few weeks are going to be tough with a lot of holiday stuff but I also expect a trip back to NJ in the not so distant future. My stepmother's breathing has become very labored and a nurse was able to determine she doesn't have a build up of fluid (which she has had before). They brought in an oxygen tank late afternoon yesterday but I haven't heard if it's helped her in any way. My guess is that her body is starting to shut down at this point.
Right now I guess I'm just taking things day by day but emotionally it brings back a lot from my Mom's death 7 years ago. My Mom was 52 and Gail is 56 and my Dad is 60 so all in all this situation just sucks.
I think I'm going to try and find a new recipe to make for dinner. I went spinning yesterday and will go today as well and tomorrow will take the day off from working out. Tomorrow morning I have breakfast with a cousin and then need to do some Chanukah shopping.
It is 10 degrees here this morning!!!!!!! Thank goodness for warm, sweet coffee.
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Post by girliepurple on Dec 5, 2006 8:34:20 GMT -5
Beth, I wanted to say I continue to pray for you and your family - I feel so bad for you all going through this, knowing "all" I can do is say how sorry I am and send hugs, peace and prayers to you ... You know you will get through it but oh man...it does absolutely suck.
It's cold here in northeast NJ this morning too but not as cold as Chicago I bet. And I do get to my WW meeting every week even though I am Lifetime, it does feel so good to go to meetings and see everyone, it is something I do for myself every week and I would highly recommend continuing to go. Have a good day!
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Post by chicagobeth on Dec 5, 2006 14:07:40 GMT -5
Thanks for your kind words Cathy. This is one place where I feel I can truly vent.
I had an awesome lunch today - I would recommend it!
B: oatmeal w/ chopped apple, skim milk, coffee S: 2 pt. bar (2) L: WW tortilla (2), sliced leftover steak, FF cheddar melted together for a quesadilla! With avacado, FF sour cream and salsa. It felt decadent.
D: DH is working tonight, I bought a piece of salmon and will have roasted cauliflower with it.
Spinning = 5 APs
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Post by nightsinge on Dec 5, 2006 16:45:43 GMT -5
Yes, please keep venting to us and sharing your hard times. We're holding you in our thoughts and good wishes--hope you feel our deep caring.
Your lunch sounds lovely. I don't have WW tortillas in my area, I'll have to try to point out regular whole wheat and spelt ones.
Stay warm dear one.
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Post by chicagobeth on Dec 6, 2006 16:34:11 GMT -5
Doing okay so far today. Had my favorite egg salad for lunch today, not exactly sure how to count for the mayo in it but I know I'm okay on points so I'm not too worried.
You know you've been on Core a long time when you think roasted cauliflower tastes like french fries! But it is so delicious, one of my new favorite ways to get in a veggie.
The news in NJ is not good and everyone there is just being tortured at this point. Who knows how long things can go on for but I hope not much longer. I am feeling stressed about the logistics but mostly because I can't make them yet and I can't plan for anything. My 5 year old was just cast as the King in the Chanukah play at his school a week from Friday and he is bursting at the seams with excitement so I hope we can be there.
B: coffee w/ skim egg white veggie omelet w/ fruit, more coffee w/ skim (had nice breakfast out with my cousin) L: lettuce, tomato, egg salad S: oatmeal w/ chopped pear & skim milk
Cardio today - shoveling! It's finally warm enough to get some of the ice up, it was in the 30s today.
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Post by katelight on Dec 7, 2006 7:49:20 GMT -5
Congrats to your son. How exciting for him, and for you. Chopping ice is a HARD work out. We got a skiff of snow yesterday. Enough to sweep, not enough to shovel, but baby it's cold...-1 this morning. BRRRRR. It's a long-john day for sure lol Katie
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Post by nightsinge on Dec 7, 2006 14:32:58 GMT -5
So hard to be in a holding pattern when people you love are in pain. Continued good thoughts to you and them.
Roasted cauliflower? Details please? How do you cook it? It sounds yummy!
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Post by chicagobeth on Dec 7, 2006 15:31:58 GMT -5
olive oil, salt & pepper and bake it until soft and brown
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Post by MelloYello on Dec 7, 2006 21:11:45 GMT -5
hi new friend! thanks for the encouraging words...this is really good place.
my husband is rutgers alum too. rah, rah, rutgers rah!
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Post by chicagobeth on Dec 8, 2006 5:53:38 GMT -5
It is almost 5 a.m. and sleeping has been very challenging this week! It has been a difficult and emotional day and our trip to NJ for the funeral will be difficult and emotional as well. I am planning on going to WI tomorrow and stay for the meeting, no reason to skip it. It was very hard to not let my emotions get the better of me today as far as eating but I managed to stay on plan. I guess I can call that progress.
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