OK...time for a new journal, the old one is just too large but full of things I will hopefully print out to be reminded of this journey.

I've been pretty absent lately due to new schedules with my family and stressors in my life. That being said, for the first time in my life I'm handling it all without needing food as my crutch. That in itself is a major milestone I treasure in this journey.

As of today, I have lost a total of 71 pounds...and that includes a pregnancy/birth in that time. It amazes me as I never thought I'd be able to say 50 gone let alone 70! Now I'm only looking forward to having 100 total gone before Elana's first birthday.

Every day I'm finding new things I can do more easily...even at 269 lbs. I'm slowly becoming comfortable in a body I was so fearful would be foreign to me without tons of fat hanging from it. Yes, I have a long way to go....but look at how far I've come!

For those of you who lurk/read for updates on the baby....here's a pic to get you by Someone forgot which end her bikini bottoms went on!

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LC Since January 04
Highest Weight: 340
Rededicated 1/1/07: 295/ /240

“Self-delusion is pulling in your stomach when you step on the scales”

What an adorable picture!

And, you're doing great, so keep up the good work!

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Tina

Well, I've decided yesterday was my 3rd and final day of Meat/Egg fast....my body needs some veggies!!!

Menu today:
b - egg salad
l - pork chop, green beans
d - broiled chicken, broccoli and a salad

Yummmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmm

Seriously need to kick this way too much Diet Coke w/Splenda habit I developed during the fast though. I drank a ton of water today so hoepfully it's a start.

Hope everyone is doing well!

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LC Since January 04
Highest Weight: 340
Rededicated 1/1/07: 295/ /240

“Self-delusion is pulling in your stomach when you step on the scales”

I thought you went longer than 3 days! Is this your second time doing this?...
Cute pic of Elana, we get to see her grow up, right here, lol!

How is hubby doing with the new job?

I'll bet your bathing suit needs to be replaced again, huh? You are doing GREAT!!!!!

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Cynthia

Hey Cynthia!!!

I did the M/E Fast for 5 days one week, and 3 this past week. I do not believe it is something I could do for long term, nor do I think it's healthy that way even though many do. I can't learn how to eat for a lifetime that way, but it definitely got things moving.

Hubby's doing well with his job. He gets tired easily and we have very little time together so we try to make the most of it!

And uhhh yeah, it does LOL...we were at the pool with Elana last Sunday and it's baggy all over again. I'm hoping to tolerate it another few months then we'll buy a new one next year....maybe at a "regular size" store!!

Thanks for checkin in on me!

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LC Since January 04
Highest Weight: 340
Rededicated 1/1/07: 295/ /240

“Self-delusion is pulling in your stomach when you step on the scales”

Michelle, glad things are going well for you, even though hectic! I can certainly relate to that, especially now being a single mom again. Hope life slows down for both you and DH soon. Elana is so adorable

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I am not sure if I could do a meat and egg fast, as I really do not like eggs, lol! Is it as simple as it sounds? Just meat and eggs, no fruit, veggies, bread? What about liquids, are they restricted to certain things, like no calorie stuff? What about dairy? Enquiring minds wanna know, lol.
I am finally gonna get a chance to try out my bathing suit this year, I am pretty sur it still fits. I need to lay out at home for a couple of days as bf and I are taking our girls to the beach, prolly on Friday, and I am seriously WHITE, lol.
Hope your week-end was great!

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Cynthia

Hey Girls!!!

Cynthia, it is just that...ONLY meat and eggs. Lean meats, eggs...sparingly used fats to cook in. Liquids can be whatever you like...I found I needed more Diet Coke w/Splenda while doing it, dunno why.

OK, off to finish cooking my wings!

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LC Since January 04
Highest Weight: 340
Rededicated 1/1/07: 295/ /240

“Self-delusion is pulling in your stomach when you step on the scales”

fortunately for me... i havent found ANY diet coke with splenda here ... only the regular yucky diet coke *L*...

good to se ya lady!

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kims SECOND journal is HERE
kims new blog
KIMS BLOG !!
SUGARFREE BLOG

OMG Kim I should have stock in the stuff I love it so much!!!

All's well here...on the straight and narrow again after an emotional binge on Sat. afternoon. We were out and ate fast food....upside, I couldn't eat nearly as much as I used to/thought I could!!

OK, for those of you needing a baby fix

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LC Since January 04
Highest Weight: 340
Rededicated 1/1/07: 295/ /240

“Self-delusion is pulling in your stomach when you step on the scales”

Look at that smile

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Tina

I love that baby, she exudes such spunky personality!!!

Hmmmm, wonder where she get it???

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Ozzie's Place

hahahaha her DADDDDDYYY of course!!

thanks ladies

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LC Since January 04
Highest Weight: 340
Rededicated 1/1/07: 295/ /240

“Self-delusion is pulling in your stomach when you step on the scales”

*bumpin' your current journal, as the old one is getting some additions

Hope things are going well for ya!

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Cynthia

cute pic M. ... gosh she is getting SO big! and you are getting so NOT big *L*


funny how a few years can change EVERYTHING eh? *L*

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kims SECOND journal is HERE
kims new blog
KIMS BLOG !!
SUGARFREE BLOG