Jennifur

Morning everyone! I hope you all have a great day. I have accepted the fact that today is not going to be a great eating day and what can I do. I am drinking my coffee, checking in with my violets and then we are off to Six Flags. It is cloudy here but going to be a perfect day, so hopefully not to crowded. We are going early so I can be to work at 4... YUCK, I really need to find a day job! I was out walking the mall and being silly until almost 11 last night and still couldn't sleep last night. Oh well, back to reality tomorrow I'll miss you all today but will check in as soon as I get home tonight to see how you are all doing. ta ta for now........

what great info tonight gals... thanks Michelle - I went to the mall and walked around, I could not find anyoneto go with but I did have a very nice relaxing night. I ran into an old friend I have not seen since last year, he didn't say a word but never said I looked horrible either. He has always been a great friend.

Jennifer - I was just really reading the info you sent me. Thank you - again. I'll scan it and post it. It is interesting to me that it was recommended for you to have 1200 cal a day and I think I'm making wise choices from the list that was provided. I am having a hard time with the 1400 cals but still close. the last couple of days have been out of control for me, I have not been home and running for 16hrs a day. No wonder why I am beat today. I really hope to get back on track Wed. Tomorrow we are going to try Six Flags again, rain today, and then work at 4 so it will be another long hard day. I am so hard on myself, i know i need to stop, but I want to be great now... I don't want to wait a year. will this feeling ever go away? I think 20 more lbs and I'll be in a much better place. if I can get into my 16's comfortably like I am in the 18's right now I will be very happy. or will I??????

Hey is anyone else's page super huge? I am having a hard time reading it for some reason. today is a completely lazy day, I just woke up from a little nap. I couldn't even stand myself. I never nap anymore. hope everyone is having a good day... Tracyks, I am just so very thrilled for you.....I know I said it, but it is nice to see a sister violet so happy.

Tracy - I am so happy for you... CONGRATS!!!!! I am sticking with the cal thing, I am going to put my scale away for a few days and not take measurements or anything until TOM goes away What a busy day for everyone. I am going to the movies with my 3 year old - it is raining here so we are going to go to pass on the drive ins tonight ... i'm so sad about that

LOL OK it is going to be hard... I'm not going to get on until Wed. Off to the gym...

Morning everyone well off for another insane day - (I think) my mom is here and I'm so happy - but she is a morning person and I am far from that, evenmore so now that i'm back to working 2nd shift. I cam home to a huge and I mean HUGE mess in my kitchen, which is the room where the door is, my daughter blew off all her chores, which was to vaccume, dishes and change her laundry. So can you imagine how happy I was when I walked into that. Then....... this morning my mother felt that I needed to be up at 6am... HELLO.........remember where you are..... I don't have a job and you are getting me up before the sun... I don't think so.... I am so glad she is here but we set some ground rules before I even had coffee. My house is definately lived in, but I've been bustin my butt to keep it all nice and in 1 day, it is all turned upside down. WHEW... thanks for letting me vent! Anyway, up another lb this am... can I take the bridge????? I eat nothing bad for the most part and work out like a crazy person and gaining. Wed or Thurs when my friend goes away I'm going to take more measurements and see if I'm at least shrinking. I don't want to give up on the increased calorie intake, but if I don't lose something by the end of the week I'm back to protein shakes for 3 meals a day. Well going to finish my coffee and go to the gym

Hello all just checking in. horrible food day, I had my normal breakfast, 1/2 pt of eggplant. picked at some pepperoni so I decided to make 4oz chicken and some lettuce. don't have a clue how many calories I had Anyway - i'm just getting home from work and going to shower and go to bed. Terry, no she didn't show!!!!! what kind of pres is that going to make? So, I'm kind of happy, I'm still holding 221 and I got that special monthly visit today, I'm usually good for 5lbs with that... Lets pray. LOL I will keep you posted on some research on the cruises or any place else I can find. Throw ideas out there and I'll get the info. Going to six flags with my daughter tomorrow and then both kids and myself are going to drive ins. I'm so excited.

Jennifer yes, thank you I did get it either Friday or yesterday, I just got my mail from the past 2 crazy days. I am going to try to scan the info into a word document and I'll post it so that anyone who wants it can post it. I just had a 350 cal breakfast. 1 pita - 2eggs 1/4 c shredded cheese.(80cals!)1/2 c zuccini. so very full Terry- yes can you imagine. band or no band, 13-1400 cals is what a person my size should have and maintain to lose 2lbs a week. Funny how 3 months ago I would have thought THAT'S IT?????? now I'm thinking holy crap... HOW AM I EVERY GOING TO EAT THAT MUCH????? Well, I have not lost an ounce since I increased but I'm going to stick with it for a couple weeks... what is the worst thing that could happen, I don't lose anything else? I would be nuts but I do know I'm working hard and seeing results. Although, I felt like everyone was looking at me as a total fat a$$ yesterday, I thought I looked cute when I left. the 18 skirt is even a tad big but a 16 would have been too small. I forgot my camera so I didn't get pics, but... my mom is here and she is a camera nut!!! Anyway, I'm off to mow the lawn, it is a mess from all the rain - and maybe off to the gym and to work at 3. tomorrow is a six flags day with my daughter, her friend, and my sister. she is not going to bring her young kids and I'm leaving my 3 year old with my mom and her kids, so I hope to have fun - and tomorrow night we are going to go to the drive-ins to see Ratattoui and License to Wed. My son's first drive in. I hope you all have a great day! I will be back later oh... as far as relaxing vacation.... I am on a mission to find something this week. Cruise might be so much fun but very expensive for what it is - and for a family for those who would bring them.... might put some people into shock (MYSELF included) I am going to do some research into a spa type of resort, that would have things to do for everyone, kids and the VIOLETS - and for those with supporting spouses....something for them just in case they don't want to put up with us ... LOL Anyone have suggestions? I'll do all the leg work. I think I'm going to be putting together a family reunion for the week of the 4th next year to Ocean City or somewhere close to there.

Hi guys just wanted to say good mornning. Gina - I'm checking out some info, my mom offered to keep the kids so I can go and have fun. I found an 8 day cruise out of NYC for $749 per person or $899 for an ocean view. I have a local travel agent, I'm going to get some info, I have been researching and I had a friend take a cruise and it was not all inclusive and she spend a fortune on food and drinks. If I was going alone, I might consider vegas for a weekend - I would have to be very drugged or wasted. I would so love to take a cruise Anyway I'm holding 221 - I couldn't eat a thing there yesterday. I tried a burger but it was so dry I almost died. I ended up having sunchips and chinese eggplant when I got to work at 7. Well, once I wake up I'll catch up on post, I got home at midnight and my mom is here so I've been up for ever it seems. I need coffee

OMG MIA for 1 day and I missed so much Terry- that is horrible about your friend. I guess it can always be worse. Judy - glad the garage sale is over and you had a great day. Everyone else. HI So - today was my nutritionist appt. I actually had a good and producitive visit. First, the muscle retaining water thing is 100% true. and I am most likely am not drinking enough although I feel like I'm going to float away, but even though I'm not sweating, the water is still evaporating through my pores..... So that explains alot. Then she has her new dietician with her and proceeds to tell her how hard I am on myself (Like that is a shock to everyone right?) and after taking all my info into consideration. I should be eating 1300-1400 cals a day to lose 2lbs a week and I was in shut down mode and that is why have not lost since liquids, but that either way, I've lost 17lbs since my last visit with her and she is way impressed. So I actually felt like some things were addressed and I know what I need to eat, how I'm going to do 1300 cals when I can hardly do 1000 I don't know but I'll figure it out. Last, I was so very happy, my bp was 110/70 .... no meds in months!!! I don't even know the last time I was that low! Pamela, I am so ready for my picnic with Hillary! I am going to bring my camera, maybe I can get a good pic of me. Have a jean mini skirt, white flip flops and I'm not sure what top yet, I am wearing a T-shirt for my friend who is running for legislator. I am excited - and almost look great. Ya know what does kill me, tonight my step sister came into work, she is ohhhhhhhhhh a size 6-8 on a bad day and shows me how big her pants are getting because of her detox diet. I was kind of pissed off and said "I've lost 60lbs" and her reply was I guess I can't top that. Not you can tell, you look great... nothing... I need motivation... I need to hear it.... Anyway, I'm going up to bed, very long day, I've been running since 8am!

Good night Gals I am off to bed early on my night off.... I was looking at other groups tonight, and it just confirmed how much i love and appreciate my violets. night all

Well ladies i only had 900 cals today breakfast pita 2slices cheese 2 turkey sausage lunch 3 chicken tenders w/hotsauce dinner 2 eggs 1 pita 1/2 cup zuccini 1/2 c cheese 1/2 c ice cream I was worried about the cals in my chicken tenders, but i still got a variety. I have to go to dr in the am for fasting bloodwork, so that is why I had icecream with dinner. LOL Tracy you are sooooo funny, but great way to look at it. I was just reading an article about belly fat/weight loss - and it said 60mins each day alternating weights and exercise. I have already established this so I guess in August my challange will be for cardio to be at 60mins and not 30mins

I found this great web site that give nutrition info for fruits and veggies Fruits & Veggies More Matters thought I would share

I am stuck, I am following the rules the best I know but just seem to be going up. I am going to talk to my nutritionist tomorrow and hopefully get some good advice this time. Tracy & Judy - I think I like the Violets rules best. what Judy says!!!!!!!!

I have lost friends as a result of my surgery and gained friends through local support groups but would not change anything and if I had to do it all over, I would do it exactally the same. It is very emotional and a head trip some times, but I feel better than I have in years, working out every day, walking without feeling like I'm going to die - aerobics, playing with kids, you name it I want to do it. I wish you the best of luck

Jennifer - thanks I'm going to look for it, sounds like it is full of useful info Haydee- So the house worked out! I am so excited for you. That 7 Layer dip sounds great, how do you make homemade refried beans, they are one of my favorite foods.!

Hey there ladies, man, i vanish for a day and so much going on. It was hair day at my bff's house. We did the top of mine spice and the bottom is jet black. I love this color. the last one was my winter color and was too dark for this time of year (that was in the photo I posted) you almost couldn't tell I had 2 tone hair. Anyway Jennifer thank you so much for posting that info... what book was it? and can I order the book? Kat, Terry - and everyone I missed thanks for your support, I actually have backed off the workouts too, Monday I did total weights, Tuesday took the day off, Wed I did 30 mins on treadmill and arms, Today 30 mins and legs - and tomorrow I'm going to treadmill and do a full body workout and take weekend off. You gals are doing FANTASTIC I really can't complain too much 40lbs in 3 months is great and my friend gave me a pr of small 18's capris today that fit a little snug but could tell was a size 16. I'll take that, I never thought I would ever get to that point again. I hope everyone is having a good day, I'm going to have a veggie omlet for dinner. and tomorrow am I have an 11am appt so I'll fill you all in.

lol can you tell I'm in panic mode. I know that I need these things. I will stick with it again today day 3. Maybe I just need to knock off some cals. I go to my insane nutritionist tomorrow, at least I have a detailed journal to bring to her so she can advise. if she does not I will speak to my Dr. on the 14th when I go.

Alright TracyK what is your secret I gained another lb, I was at 219 and now back up to 222. I don't think I'm making bad choices - I don't get it! I'm now eating some whole grains and fruit and vegies and I'm gaining!!!!! Can I take the bridge. I'm ready to do protein shakes for a few days again - I am following the rules, I am even following an old diet that I was given at the beginning. I can't gain - that is just not acceptable!

Hi all, I'm home from work, beat. anyway, I'm off tomorrow so I'll post some info on the Curise out of Norfolk. I am going to my friends house in the morning after the gym so I can color her hair and I convinced her to seperate mine for me so I can color it. the top is going to have a little more red it in and the bottom 1/2 is jet black, I always do it myself, I just need someone to pull them apart for me. I hope you all have a good night, i'm beat

Good thing I went to the bathroom before I sat down to catch up, I would have wet myself! I got boy shorts - I don't know If i'm going to like them but they were the only thing I even thought might work without looking like grannie panties. You never know who might see them.... ONLY KIDDING! ok maybe not... I'm so angry at dbf... it doesn't hurt anymore when he blows me off, it pissed me off... maybe that is a good sign?????

Michelle I love that crazy cook bood. I like strange soups and stuff and it even has nutritional info for each one based on ingredients. My fav is sausage & black bean stew, kids love the mac & cheese. Last night I had it out and made chicken & rice for my dad & my kids. I have made beef strogenoff, and the list just keeps going on. chicken tortia soup is what we want to try next! I love spicey food. Anyway - I am nice and clean and ready to get to work - I'm off to go get some suck me in undies to wear sat to the picnic. just so that I'm not worried about my fat belly and actually have a good time I hope everyone has a great afternoon and I'll check in when I get home

sunchip nacho's were awesome! they did get a little soggy but who cares, I never thought I would eat anything close to nachos ever again! so very full - off to get ready for work

Ok Terry - you made me get my stuff together and plan my food for the rest of the day, and I'm glad, there are things I eat with no calories so since I'm working... here is my menu for the day breakfast 2 turkey sausage (breakfast) 2 slices 2% cheese 1 pita total cal 265 protein 22 6fiber Lunch / nachos 15 sunchips 1/2 c refried beans 1/4 c 2% shredded cheese salsa & sour cream total cal 385 protein 18 fiber 7 Dinner - chicken salad 1pc chicken (approx 2.5oz) lettuce provo cheese prunes total cal 350 protein 14 fiber 3+ I am sure I'll have ice cream when i get home 110 cals total for the day 1100 60g protein 16g+ fiber that is a lot of food for me but I am getting a variety and measuring everything I have turkey italian sausage and sourkraut in the crockpot cooking for tomorrow.