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BizeB
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NL, sorry to hear your day started so rough 
Hopefully it got LOTS better for you. Enjoy your bath and take care of those aches! Hang in there - tomorrow has to be better for ya
Hopefully it got LOTS better for you. Enjoy your bath and take care of those aches! Hang in there - tomorrow has to be better for ya 
NothinToLose
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How are you doing today? Guess everyone is getting a slow start this morning...
SkinnyKate
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hey there!
wow I sure saw myself in your post above. Esp around TOM time. I was the wicked ol lady around here. Nothing anyone did was right. I felt bad about it too. Im fine now, just 'crampy'. I get those 'i wanna throw in the towel' feelings too, and I bet we all do from time to time; thats what makes this place so great to come to! Without it, I would probably already have quit. I am starting to think that even one blowout a week is turning its ugly head against me and I had better stop it. I messed up for 3 days last weekend, and still feel the effects of my guilt over that. Even tho I planned most of it, I feel bad about it. Ive SWORN to myself that I would NOT have a cheat day this weekend and am hoping it will work. Sorry for the hijack, just wanted you to know how NOT alone you are in all this. I almost think we are experiencing the fact that we realize this doesnt ever END! the struggle really is FOREVER! That can be overwhelming, and while we know that we should take each day at a time, well, easier said than done when we are flustered. And when life in general isnt kind(family work money etc..) it makes us want to turn to food to feel better.
I always tell myself when Im down that all things good and bad are TEMPORARY and wont last too long; and ya know what? it wont!
Ok, I GOTTA get dressed and go walking now, but venting is the very best thing to do! I just did! lol, on your journal, no less! sorry bout that, i get off on tangents...hugs and more hugs for BOTH of us! and anybody else that feels this way from time to time!
wow I sure saw myself in your post above. Esp around TOM time. I was the wicked ol lady around here. Nothing anyone did was right. I felt bad about it too. Im fine now, just 'crampy'. I get those 'i wanna throw in the towel' feelings too, and I bet we all do from time to time; thats what makes this place so great to come to! Without it, I would probably already have quit. I am starting to think that even one blowout a week is turning its ugly head against me and I had better stop it. I messed up for 3 days last weekend, and still feel the effects of my guilt over that. Even tho I planned most of it, I feel bad about it. Ive SWORN to myself that I would NOT have a cheat day this weekend and am hoping it will work. Sorry for the hijack, just wanted you to know how NOT alone you are in all this. I almost think we are experiencing the fact that we realize this doesnt ever END! the struggle really is FOREVER! That can be overwhelming, and while we know that we should take each day at a time, well, easier said than done when we are flustered. And when life in general isnt kind(family work money etc..) it makes us want to turn to food to feel better.
I always tell myself when Im down that all things good and bad are TEMPORARY and wont last too long; and ya know what? it wont!
Ok, I GOTTA get dressed and go walking now, but venting is the very best thing to do! I just did! lol, on your journal, no less! sorry bout that, i get off on tangents...hugs and more hugs for BOTH of us! and anybody else that feels this way from time to time!
NewLeaf
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Taking a break..
Good Morning guys & gals!
NTL: doing ok so far! Read further down!
Kate: No problem, you didn't hijack at all and its good to know I'm not alone!
Ok.. so after a lot of thought and reading everyones posts and suggestions, I'm taking a little break this weekend. I'm going to post-pone my work outs today, tomorrow and Sunday. Partly because I'm going to my in-laws this weekend and well maintaining my diet and work outs there, is quite impossible to do! The other reason is, I'm just achy, my legs, my hips, my back. So I want to focus on stretching out my muscles, maybe doing my yoga or pilates tapes to help regain some flexibility. I have a feeling that's where all this stems. I've let myself get too tight. tsk tsk!
I'm going to step away from the diet and just eat wahtever. Not obsessively, but for instance this morning I had a venti coffee and a scone. Its not something I'd be running to eat when trying to lose weight. But mentally I've just fried on my diet. I can't do it right now,so I think I just need a freedom reprieve. So I may not be very diligent in visiting everyones diaries this weekend or my own. I promise I will be back in top form on Monday. I still may be slow w/ exercise as NTL says I do not want to do some REAL damage to my body. My back is a precious thing and I've seen my sister and her boyfriend suffer from real pain, I don't want to end up there!! In fact the one they refuse surgery on and he's just told to hit a pain mgmt clinic and learn to deal.. Its not pretty!!
So.. I send you all lots of hugs, love and support! You are all such a great and wonderful group of weight-loss friends. The best I could ask for, I really appreciate it. I apologize ahead of time for missing your journals over the weekend, but with the stress I just need a breather and to relax and refocus! So I am counting on you kids to get by with out me!! (oh I think you can all manage that. ha ha)
If I can sneak the time I will try and log in and look at your journals this weekend, just can't make any promises!! Keep up the great work you guys.. you are all doing awesome!!
Good Morning guys & gals!
NTL: doing ok so far! Read further down!
Kate: No problem, you didn't hijack at all and its good to know I'm not alone!
Ok.. so after a lot of thought and reading everyones posts and suggestions, I'm taking a little break this weekend. I'm going to post-pone my work outs today, tomorrow and Sunday. Partly because I'm going to my in-laws this weekend and well maintaining my diet and work outs there, is quite impossible to do! The other reason is, I'm just achy, my legs, my hips, my back. So I want to focus on stretching out my muscles, maybe doing my yoga or pilates tapes to help regain some flexibility. I have a feeling that's where all this stems. I've let myself get too tight. tsk tsk!
I'm going to step away from the diet and just eat wahtever. Not obsessively, but for instance this morning I had a venti coffee and a scone. Its not something I'd be running to eat when trying to lose weight. But mentally I've just fried on my diet. I can't do it right now,so I think I just need a freedom reprieve. So I may not be very diligent in visiting everyones diaries this weekend or my own. I promise I will be back in top form on Monday. I still may be slow w/ exercise as NTL says I do not want to do some REAL damage to my body. My back is a precious thing and I've seen my sister and her boyfriend suffer from real pain, I don't want to end up there!!
In fact the one they refuse surgery on and he's just told to hit a pain mgmt clinic and learn to deal.. Its not pretty!!So.. I send you all lots of hugs, love and support! You are all such a great and wonderful group of weight-loss friends. The best I could ask for, I really appreciate it. I apologize ahead of time for missing your journals over the weekend, but with the stress I just need a breather and to relax and refocus!
So I am counting on you kids to get by with out me!! (oh I think you can all manage that. ha ha) If I can sneak the time I will try and log in and look at your journals this weekend, just can't make any promises!!
Keep up the great work you guys.. you are all doing awesome!!
NothinToLose
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Hi, NL, that's a great decision!
Pretend like you are in maintenance mode and enjoy your family and everything the weekend has to offer! I think we all need from time to time to take time off from dieting/exercise routine. This stuff is hard work mentally as well as physically, and doing this work 24/7 can be exhausting. So, NL, I really support you in your decision of taking the 3 days off... However... If you are not here on this forum by Monday morning, there will be hell to pay!
Have a great weekend, and we all expect a report Monday morning!
Pretend like you are in maintenance mode and enjoy your family and everything the weekend has to offer! I think we all need from time to time to take time off from dieting/exercise routine. This stuff is hard work mentally as well as physically, and doing this work 24/7 can be exhausting. So, NL, I really support you in your decision of taking the 3 days off... However... If you are not here on this forum by Monday morning, there will be hell to pay!
Have a great weekend, and we all expect a report Monday morning!
jelly belly88
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Sounds good,
have a wonderful weekend and enjoy yourself. You have a great plan for this weekend sand you'll do just fine.
have a wonderful weekend and enjoy yourself. You have a great plan for this weekend sand you'll do just fine.
NewLeaf
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NothinToLose said:Hi, NL, that's a great decision!
Pretend like you are in maintenance mode and enjoy your family and everything the weekend has to offer! I think we all need from time to time to take time off from dieting/exercise routine. This stuff is hard work mentally as well as physically, and doing this work 24/7 can be exhausting. So, NL, I really support you in your decision of taking the 3 days off... However... If you are not here on this forum by Monday morning, there will be hell to pay!
Have a great weekend, and we all expect a report Monday morning!
OMG! Threats and all WOW!
Thank you for your support. And YES YES I will be back on Monday.. I SWEAR!! Hehe.NewLeaf, have an excellent weekend, and really enjoy it. You've worked really hard and you deserve this. We all need a little time to breathe, we totally understand.
The important part is to get it out of your system and stay on track. And you know we're all here to help you do that!
The important part is to get it out of your system and stay on track. And you know we're all here to help you do that!
NewLeaf
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Oh just an scale update for all of you !
I pointed out to Sidney that he didn't hide the scale yet. And that it was calling me this morning. He kept saying I didn't need to get on it. So he proceeds to take one single battery out of it! I just looked at him being the stinker that I am, and told him I knew where we kept the NEW batteries ya fool!! He said then I would just have to keep replacing them everytime I wanted to weigh myself. (Because he'd proceed to take a battery out) He then proceeds to put it under our bed, on his side! I told him that I clearly knew where it was, and he said, it didn't matter, because I'd have to get to him in order to get it!
And since we all weigh ourselves first thing in the morning, that might be tough. LOL! So anyhow..that's my update. Thought it might give you all a chuckle or two.
Now..where the heck is that FUN part??
I pointed out to Sidney that he didn't hide the scale yet. And that it was calling me this morning. He kept saying I didn't need to get on it. So he proceeds to take one single battery out of it! I just looked at him being the stinker that I am, and told him I knew where we kept the NEW batteries ya fool!! He said then I would just have to keep replacing them everytime I wanted to weigh myself. (Because he'd proceed to take a battery out) He then proceeds to put it under our bed, on his side! I told him that I clearly knew where it was, and he said, it didn't matter, because I'd have to get to him in order to get it!
And since we all weigh ourselves first thing in the morning, that might be tough. LOL! So anyhow..that's my update. Thought it might give you all a chuckle or two.
Now..where the heck is that FUN part??
Hypo Hippo
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Awww... isn't that so sweet of him? Yeah, I know it can be frustrating not weighing yourself, but he is still really sweet.
Beagle1
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I've always thought one of the defining points of love was the ability to upset the other if it is for their own good... Sometimes Josh does things like that too, and even though it annoys me at the time, it really is for the best, because sometimes we don't know what's good for ourselves. Sounds like you got a keeper Dana, hold on to him
You definitely have a keeper... that's a funny story! LOL! I could just picture you having to go get a new battery every morning! LOL!
As far as your break goes, I think it's what you (and your body and head) need. Remember a couple months ago when I took a couple weeks off? I came back refreshed and have been consistantly losing weight since... you need a break. Enjoy your weekend and your inlaws and we'll see ya on Monday.
As far as your break goes, I think it's what you (and your body and head) need. Remember a couple months ago when I took a couple weeks off? I came back refreshed and have been consistantly losing weight since... you need a break. Enjoy your weekend and your inlaws and we'll see ya on Monday.
NewLeaf
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Thanks you guys!! Yes.. a break is needed.
As for Sid. I def. think he's a keeper! I have a bad habit of commenting about my weight or things like that. Sometimes that's all it is, just a bad habit. So now his responses are "We do not talk like that in this house." lol!! Yep I adore him.. he's great for me!
As for Sid. I def. think he's a keeper! I have a bad habit of commenting about my weight or things like that. Sometimes that's all it is, just a bad habit. So now his responses are "We do not talk like that in this house."
lol!! Yep I adore him.. he's great for me!
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redneckwoman66
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We All Need Breaks I Took Way To Long Of One But Yes A Weekend Break Will Do Ou Good And You Will Be Surprised How Hard It Will Be Not To Think About It While Your Off Hehehehe Stay Away From That Scale They Lie Lol!
christinanva
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Hopefully you will be able to get to the scales every now and then.. Why can't mine hide the batteries from me? lol... Hope you have a great weekend!! We will be thinking about ya!!
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BizeB
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NL give Sid a hug for me - that was really sweet of him and he deserves one Enjoy your weekend and keepup the great work
Enjoy your weekend and keepup the great work SkinnyKate
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well im glad, for one, you are taking a break. I concur with everyone that ya gotta have em once in a while. I personally think its a great challenge! Let yourself go, and then when youve had your fun, and can come back to this, to me it says youve made it thru! that youve gotten a chance to really plan to enjoy yourself, truly not worry, and also make the plan to come back to the 'hard work'.
I did my 3 last weekend, came back Monday with a 'wee' bit of guilt, nothing major, and worked hard all week long. Guess it paid off, because my mind and body got the deserved and needed break, and I busted my stupid plateau too! So I am really glad you made this decision! Your body can also do some real recovery time as well! Plus, you will most likely come back on Monday with even MORE determination and see that scale change, inches change, etc...good for you! cuz like everyone says...doin this 24 7 will make you bonkers! So have fun! just come on back Monday, because we need you here! you are way too supportive for all of us, woman! y0u're a rock, ya know!
I did my 3 last weekend, came back Monday with a 'wee' bit of guilt, nothing major, and worked hard all week long. Guess it paid off, because my mind and body got the deserved and needed break, and I busted my stupid plateau too! So I am really glad you made this decision! Your body can also do some real recovery time as well! Plus, you will most likely come back on Monday with even MORE determination and see that scale change, inches change, etc...good for you! cuz like everyone says...doin this 24 7 will make you bonkers! So have fun! just come on back Monday, because we need you here! you are way too supportive for all of us, woman! y0u're a rock, ya know!
Hypo Hippo
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Hey Dana! I hope you enjoy your break this weekend.