<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><font size="-1">quote:</font><HR>April, might I suggest that you just do Curves and walking?<HR></BLOCKQUOTE>

Yeah, I may as well forget doing the tapes for now. No time. Literally. I didn't get to walk yesterday as planned, either.

*sigh*

I'm squeezing Curves in tonight in between getting home from work, making dinner, and helping Abby with homework and her bath.

I contemplated getting up at 5:15am to go walking for 45 minutes, but I just couldn't get up. My normal wake up time is 5:45am. Perhaps I can do it after Abby goes to bed at 9:00pm.

I just know I've gotta do it...I'm important, too.

How's everyone else?

April
"If at first you don't succeed, redefine success."
352/209/180
Down 143 pounds
29 to go...
http://www.geocities.com/aprilwyatt/beforeandafter

This WOL had been smooth sailing for me, until the middle of January when I lost my job. I believe I went through the whole grieving process, including eating my way through this emotional turbulent time.

Trees are starting to bud out with the promise of Spring and hope restored... Flowers are awakening, lifting their sleepy heads... Such a time of hope and renewed faith... Perfect time for recommitment!

I hereby commit to:

1. Drink 80oz of water a day or more.

2. Eat pure and clean. No processed foods.

3. Stick to this commitment!

4. Do pilates 5 times a week. (Have the DVD, home during the day, I have the time - no excuses!)

5. Walk, walk, and walk!...

I am so thankful I found this thread!

Here's to recommitment... one day at a time!

Crys

I'm doing pretty good so far. DH and I went out to our favorite steak place on Saturday and I had a small slip-up with a piece of their "ranch toast" but that was it. Like Peg, I work in a carb-laden mine field of treats. There's always candy around and on Mondays people take turns volunteering to bring in treats, usually bagels, doughnuts, pastries or a combination of all three. Once a month they have a huge cake for all the birthdays. On Halloween they take a huge galvanized steel tub and fill it with candy. On Valentine's Day they give out boxes of chocolates. And of course, at Christmas there are all the goodies that people bring in plus the trays that clients send us. I've had to learn to just ignore it or else it would be driving me crazy.

I did quite well with the water Saturday but Sunday wasn't so good. I had to get the house ready for the housekeeper this morning so ended up taking the bus in to work but will walk home tonight. I'm really considering checking out the Curves by my office.

Esther

Welcome Crys: It's good to have another to recommit with.

Good to hear from you April. I read the other thread here that you post to. You are truly an inspiration. Honestly, I wish I had half of your energy. When you posted here that you work in addition to everything else that you do, well.....girl, I am danged impressed!

Brenda: Thanks for your sympathy. I need it. How are you doing with your goal of good self-talk?

Sharron: I suspect that my cravings are bad because I just can't seem to go more than 4 days without sweets. Even though I advise others to white knuckle it, I can't seem to deprive myself! That's what it feels like right now: self-deprivation. Hmmmm. That's interesting! I didn't know I felt that way! Hmmmm. Got to work on that one.

Hope the rest of you are having a good day. I've been doing some posting throughout the day. I think I have gotten in my water. I've been pushing it all day and have also been visiting the bathroom a lot (a sure sign that I have a lot of water in me!).

DD called this noon with her $ woes. It has me upset. We've already agreed (dh and I) to stop loaning her money. It's been years without payback. Bad decisions. No delayed gratification. She's 34. Old enough to deal. But, there's lots more. I'm wanting SOOOOOO bad to rescue her. Restrained myself to advice today. She won't ask for money unless she is absolutely desperate. Sheesh.

Peace, Peg
1/1/03
205/174/155
5'8"

April, I have to agree with Sharon, if you are doing Curves, the FIRM tapes aren't necessary. No need to over do it. Besides your schedule looks FULL FULL FULL! Let us know how Curves is going. I love their set up!

I am good. Doing my new workout and it is about to KILL me! My trainer suggested I stay AWAY FROM THE scale since I am lifting so much and should truly be gaining muscle. I agreed, as did my DH. So he hid the scale. If I HAVE to weigh, I have no options but to weigh at the gym fully clothed with Shoes and all after I have already eaten. NOT something I ever choose to do. I think I will hold off a couple weeks on checking the scale.

Food has been great and I don't eat 3 hours prior to going to bed! IN CHECK!

Monica
206/168/155

PEG, I have to agree, CHurch and FOOD go hand in hand! I am sure it is hard!

MONICA

We had not one, but TWO potlucks yesterday!

I stayed the course. Actually wasn't very tempted, to tell the truth. I'm thankful for that!! My only "splurge" was a few apple slices and some grapes. I don't feel bad about that at all!

In fact, I dropped a couple of pounds from the bloat I got from that salad the other day

Almost back to where I was Friday.

staying the course....

Blessings!
Sharron
Author of "Low Carb Cooking at Sharron's Place," and "Extreme Lo-Carb Cuisine," available where ever books are sold.

www.thelowcarbcook.com

"My purpose is that they may be encouraged in heart." Colossians 2:2

Welcome Chrys.

Esther, sounds like you work in a booby-trapped place, as well as Peg. I remember it well.

Peg, I think I understand about learning that feeling deprived plays a part in caving. That in itself is a great big A-HA! In my case, it's that needy little kid inside who never quite got enough of anything. Occasionally when I realize that pattern, I promise "her" something else. For example, I drove by an old haunt the other day--a mom and pop donut shop--and was almost overwhelmed with physical and emotional longing for their donuts. I swear the car pulled into their lot by itself What I was able to do was promise myself a latte with cocoa sprinkles if I made it home. Of course it'd be better if it weren't a food bargain, nevertheless.......just another little tool in the old toolkit that can work sometimes.

Sharron, doing good!

Mon, sounds like you are going to be one buff lady!

Oh, and me? I'm doing TERRIBLE at being nice to myself. I've had to dig out some affirmation cards I made a few years ago and leave them in strategic places. I'm really in a cycle of negative self-talk. &lt;sigh&gt;

BC



172/108/108--5'2"
Zone since 4/98

Oh, Peg, I also meant to say (((hugs))) about your DD. I know it's hard to quit rescuing; but there's never an end to it until you end it, if you know what I mean. I know, big advice coming from me, with no kids

BC



172/108/108--5'2"
Zone since 4/98

Oh Bren: LOL about the donut shop!! That's one of my downfalls too. And Dunkin Donuts is right next door!! I've allowed myself to drive through and get a cup of hazelnut coffee. So far, that feels like a treat. I know exactly what you mean about feeing the "little kid." And you are exactly right when you say an "AHA." I just wish that I didn't have to come to that AHA over and over again! Know what I mean?

Monica: Thanks for your reassurance. Looks like you are doing really well. Congratulations. You are almost there, girl!

Sharron: I'm so impressed with your knowledge of your body and what it will handle. You are doing so well. What an inspiration we ALL ARE!

Does my avatar load for you all? It isn't loading on my home computer or here at work. Any ideas?

Today's a long day. Staff meeting in an hour and then a meeting tonight too. I stay here because it is 40 minutes home and $1.80 for gas is too much to take unnecessary trips. I brought all my food, so should do good. There is a salad place next door too. I may go over there some time during the day.

Talked to dd this morning. She is feeling a little more positive today. Still didn't ask for $. I didn't offer. Today she sees the lawyer who is litigating against the College from which she was fired. Her health insurance ran out yesterday. Neither she nor my gkids are now covered. Sigh. Looooong story.

(Wearing my new size 12 skirt today and my size medium blouse and size medium vest. I look HOT)

Have a good day all!
Peace, Peg
1/1/03
205/173/155
5'8"

PEG, I am sure you do look good today! Doesn't that help?

Today was a good day. I think I overdid the cardio at the gym, don't feel the best. Hopefully with a little dinner, I will be a new WOMAN! OR MOM!

Monica
206/16?/155

Peg, your avatar loads fine here in Chicagoland And hey, hot lady! Good going in your new-sized duds!

Well, I still get my good share of A-HA moments, too. Considering I've had 50-something years practicing bad habits and negative feelings, I think it's gonna take a boatload of A-HA's to make new pathways in the old noggin'...And I'm considering the possible truth that there will always be A-HA's--old ones and new ones.

Mon, glad you had a good day and hope you are feeling better with a little dinner and a good nite's rest.

I fell asleep last night trying to think of positive things to say about my day But today has been a good one.

BC



172/108/108--5'2"
Zone since 4/98

Starting to eat clean again, and boy oh boy can I feel the difference today. Between that and drinking my water I feel like a new woman.
My mood has drastically improved too.

Hope all of you had a great LC day!

BC - Keep talkin' yourself up. Soon you'll be in the clouds wih all your postive energy. Glad you had a good day.

Peg ~ You look so , the rest of us will have to wear shades.

Take care,

Crys

Looked at the calendar and realized that TOM is almost upon me and no wonder I feel bloated and tired. I've been doing great with the eating and water and have even started doing ACV. We'll see how that goes.

Peg, I'm sure you look killer in you outfit! And I hope that your DD is successful in her litigation. It's scary that she and you gkids are not covered by insurance.

Esther

Crys, I've had exactly the same experience today. It's a zen day of eating and I feel really good about myself and life in general. Crossing fingers it lasts for both of us.

Esther, I always wondered why, when we gals have years of experience, TOM always sneaks up on us

BC



172/108/108--5'2"
Zone since 4/98