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Grilled chicken and baked beans

Romaine salad with fresh veg and grilled chicken. Light poppyseed dressing

Just checking in... How are things going? No matter how you have slipped, you can always start taking steps to get to where you want to be. You can do I!

My parents sent me an outfit for Mother's Day. The pans were size 14. I was thinking, I'm getting there, but I'm not there yet. I tried them on and they fit!! A little snug, but not camel toe tight! I can wear them. Yeah!

I have cravings, too, and am searching for natural ways to cure the sweet tooth. SugarFree is great to satisfy a craving, but remember the sugar is relaxed by chemicals that aren't good for you either. With that said, I admit I have a box of sf Popsicles in the freezer for a treat every now and then. Fresh strawberries are sweet right now, so that's working.

Baked chicken, rosemary, lemon and a couple of fresh strawberries

Congrats on getting those 5Ks in. The glow run 5k in !arch was so fun. I have now signed up for a color run at the end of May.

Date of Surgery 12/20/12 HW 258 CW 193 65 pounds gone for good! Feeling great!

Yup, its me in the picture! No more double chin! I have had no regrets with surgery. I feel great and have been more active than I have been in years. I feel like I have regained a part of my life back. I joined a kickball league, play beach volleyball a couple nights a week, shake my booty with Zumba, and am hiking often. I'm getting ready for a week long backpacking trip on the Appalachian Trail. Gen, you are looking great. I'm so glad you have met a wonderful man. You deserve it! I went on a date a couple weeks ago. It was so fun! I still can't believe, sometimes, the new me! Loving it. I like making little goals in my progress. Getting below 200 was a big accomplishment. Dropping to a size 14 feels great. Having to buy underwear because mine were literally falling off as I was walking... Awesome! I hope everyone has an amazing day!

Just checking in on all the single folks! I'm still single, but I did go on a date a few weeks ago. It was so fun getting ready and having the excited, nervous feeling of a first date. I had a great night. Hears to all us single folks... May love find us all!

Hi December Peeps! Everyone seems like they are doing great. I'm down 65 pounds. My date was 12/20/12. I feel great. My weight is coming off slow and steady. I loose about 1 to 3 pounds a week. Love dropping a size! It's fun when I have to go shopping because nothing fits! Wishing you guys all the best!!

Hiked 3 miles with a 40 pound pack. Getting ready to hike the Appalachian Trail in June!

Lean steak and cheese over romaine with tomatoes

Hw 258 CW 193 Date of surgery: 12/20/12

Kickball league!

HW. 258 CW. 197 DoS 12/20/12

Played beach volleyball last night for about an hour and a half. Fun.

Ground beef, pinto beans, cheese, hot sauce... Quick, easy, filling

I love Monday night Zumba! 60 minutes of sweat and dance. 5:45 and I'm already dressed and ready to go at 4:15. It's so fun!

Hiked 7 miles carrying a 25 pound pack. I'm tired! Great day to be outside here in NC.

Morning star chick patty, green beans

I just started walking 10 mins., then jogging 15 mins., then walking 10 more. I did not use the couch to 5k app, but have had friends that used it and loved it. Good luck!

London broil... About 2 oz. with a few carrots

Calcium caltrate Gummy Omega 3 Adult chewable multi-Vitamin Gummy vit. D Gummy vit. C Gummy b12 Chewable Iron

Just an update... I ran my first 5 K and I kicked its butt!! No, I didn't break any records, but I ran the whole thing without stopping. 41:25 was my time. I am super proud that I did it! Felt great!!!