Charlene K

Just checking in......started on the shakes......that lasted one day. I have been riding my exercise bike and using resistance bands. At least I am doing something. The weather here sucks, but it sucks everywhere. I will not complain about the hot weather in Texas any more. I look forward to the spring and summer. How are all of you doing?

I hope all of you" Banded Sistas" have a great time. I started on the pouch test today. I am not a happy camper. I don't have anything new to report. I hope y'all post. I am anxious to read about your adventures in FL. Take care all! a

So sorry you can't go. I hope you get your van fixed soon. I was going to start my pouch test today.....didn't happen. I will try again tomorrow.

Well, lost control at the Super Bowl party. I ate cheese dip and chips.....and two cookies. So, back on track today. How did all of you do with the SB parties?

1 Day......not bad at all. I haven't weighed. I weigh tomorrow night at the bible study. It won't be good. I have not exercised on a regular basis. I had chest pains last night around my band so I got up and took my blood pressure. My pulse was 102. I think it was anxiety due to the Fibro. I am fine this morning. That is some crazy stuff. You never know where or when it is going to kick in. I wish I was going to FL with all of you on other thread.....maybe next year. I hope y'all have a great time although the weather may not be the best. It is going to start raining here tomorrow and the rest of the week. Take care! arlene

Charlene - a tweak may help - I think doc's go for the gusto (at least mine does) and since he does blind fills and I am suppose to figure out how the waters going down - it's hard - but this .5 cc I got is doing the trick - Gotta say I get the 1st bit syndrome - I have to slow down.. You can't let DH pass you - You are going to do this !!! Janet......I know.....I can't let DH pass me up. You know I have been thinking I ought to do a pouch test before I go. If I am restricted then I will wait on the fill. I usually get a .1 or .2cc. . I will start on it Monday. We are going to a super bowl party tomorrow. It will be a challenge......all mexican food. I am making Soup. 1 day, I hope you get to go, but I would want someone going with me too. Janet, I am so happy your visit is going well. Laura, with this weather you were wise to stay home. Apples, yeah, welcome to our world. Now you know why Southerners have "Big Hair". lol Well, buddies, have a great day! I am off to the other side of Houston to have lunch with my mother.

Arlene, are you sure you need a fill? I know in the past after many fills you have gotten unfills. Go slow so you don't have those troubles again. Hope the tests all come out good. Great, I think I need a fill, but I will let the doctor determine whether or not I need one on the 18th. I get hungry two hours after I eat. I should be able to go at least three hours. I am so happy for your DH. What an opportunity. How is your DD doing? I know this must be stressful for her. Well, I am going to do Valentine's Day tomorrow for my mother. Got the flowers, card and cookies...... she will be pleased.

Charlene - When can you get a fill - this tweak that I had has done the trick.. I really think that this last yr - I have done well on changing my eating habits - as my restriction is now like it use to be 2 yrs ago - Janet, I go on the 18th for a fill....and I need one! It is crunch time! DH weighed this morning and he is getting close to my weight. That is a first. After I practiced on the egg white pancake I got the recipe down.....it is good. South Beach has one with cottage cheese and fruit in it. A friend of mine said it is awesome. I might try it too. I really think this new medicine I am on is crimping my weight loss, but I need it right now. I am glad you and your sis are having a good visit. Just remember ....."fish and company start to stink after three days".....lol......my 86yr old mother told me that. She says that when I ask her to stay longer. HUGS .......thanks! for all the encouragement!

I think it is so awesome that your family goes on mini vacations together. After my kids graduated from high school they either headed for college or the military. We still get together for holidays and birthdays. I hope y'all have a great time. I am headed out to get blood work done for Dr. Davis. I go the 18th. I really need a fill. I am not losing even though I am journaling my food. I did start using the exercise bike. I hope all of you have a great weekend!

Apples, yep, a better food day......the weather sucks.....rain.....cold, but should be a sunny weekend. I guess I have to change my exercise from walking to riding a bike in the house. I have a plan.......just need to form a habit. The new baby is good.......should be due Sept 13th. I am going to be busy with a two year old. I just hope this new doctor is prepared for my DD's possible complications. You know she herniated a disk and hemorrhaged last time. It was scary. She delivered at 3am. The doctor was not prepared for the blood loss. Anyway, everything is good now. She may have a c-section this time.

Jessica........love your pic!

Janet, staying on plan, but the weather is cramping my exercise plan. I will have to change that up. I still have not lost, but I am not discouraged. Oh, I tried that pancake again this morning. 1/4c quick oats dry,1/4c egg whites, 1Tbl of sf jam. I cooked it in Pam, put a drizzle of sf syrup, it was dilish! Tasted like french toast. Of course I have a pretty generic pallet, so you gourmet people may not like it. Oh, don't laugh, but yesterday was my first time to eat a spring roll made fresh. It just had lettuce, cucumber, and a shrimp rolled in a wrapper. Loved it. I just need some new ways to eat good food. Off to babysit. My DD is having an ultrasound this morning. She is only eight weeks along so we won't find out the sex for a few months.

Kimaly, I didn't know about those. I have the dumbbells . You put the controller in them.

Oops......you can tell my age.....I meant the wii fitness game.

Kimaly, same here......no gain or loss. I am still doing the Beck Diet and now the bible study on Monday. We weighed and measured last night. Yuck! The Beck Diet is about putting positive statements on post-its and index card. So, I am going to put up scripture too. The Battlefield of the Mind is about how we entertain negative thoughts and they turn into negative actions. Okay, going to go walk. I got my wii weights, but I couldn't find the wii walking tape. I guess I will see if I can use them with the wii fitness tape. We can do this! I hope all of you have a prosperous day!

Apples, I am so glad you made it safely and I hope you have a warm and sunny vacation. Let's switch metabolisms. You would definitely gain, and I would be so happy losing. Happy Birthday to pups! I just read my Beck study for the day. This book is helpful, but I think I will have to read it more than one time. The monday night bible study is a good companion book. We use scripture to renew our minds. So, I will post a few of them around the kitchen. I am going to use my new wii weights today. I looked for the wii walking dvd yesterday, but the stores are out of wii fitness games. I will make the ones I have work. Okay, gang......gotta go walk. Oh, the groundhog saw his shadow.........boooooooooo!!!!! I can't take six more weeks of this!

Linda, a friend of mine said the peach trees in East Texas have buds on them. She said that is a sign that winter is over.........we can only hope! The Walmart by my house is remodeling. They have Healthy Choice Dinners and Steamer bowls for a buck. I couldn't resist. Had to stock up for DH. Hot Pockets a buck, Marie Calendar a buck......but those are way too fattening. They are closing their fabric dept......couldn't resist there either.......fabric a buck a yard.

Laura, I am going to try to schedule my eating closer together this week. Like I ate egg whites at 6am this morning. I am getting ready to drink a protein shake. I definitely need a tweak. Also, I started on this new medicine for FM. I think it has increased my appetite. Girl, you are a Gem!. God has given you the gift of mercy. He has big plans for your big heart. HUGS! Today for all of my peeps!

Charlene - I need to go read the section - were you are full but still want to eat - just ate dinner - 3/4 max of a cup of my one pot wonder - green red yellow bell peppers onion garlic - adouline sauage - little rice - but I want more food and I am stuffed... I crave food... I hate food - I hate being a freaking addict... Janet, yes....yes.....yes......I am a carb addict. The Beck books says to change your enviroment. I have. I don't keep bad snacks in the house. I got this way by denial as I stuffed my way to obesity. I am not in denial anymore , and haven't been since before getting the band. I can't get used to being head hungry and denying my appetite. I know I need a fill. I eat....can go two hrs without being hungry.......then I want to eat again. Frustrated!

Great, I hear ya! Your sisters need to step up. I don't know why, but I thought they lived in Florida by your parents. Well, I am reading my Beck lesson. It is slowly sinking in. I am also reading Battlefield for the Mind. Between the two I WILL CHANGE. That is my positve statement for the day.

Cheri, you are so wise. My adopted son was diagnosed with Bi-polar and ADD by the VA. It all made sense. He is so different now that he has medication. It is so important to have evaluations and counseling before adoptions. My son and I have a very loving relationship now. I thank God for restoring us to a place we wanted and prayed for when he was a teenager. Okay, did not do so good on my journey last night. Today is a new day! Lori, glad you are home. Yeah, walking down memory lane can be quite melancholy. I know you will find the right place in SLC. Are you going to take your DGM with you?

Congrats Cheri!!!!!!:thumbup::thumbup::thumbup:

Glad you made it home safely in this weather. Yeah, I have been reading the Beck Diet. You don't need the workbook....it is the same. I am having a bad calorie day. Trying to fight this sweet tooth I have . Better stick my face in a book or go for a walk.

Eva, I think the jacket was Motto. Not sure....it was cobalt blue. I just love that color. Of course I will wear black pants and a black shell under it. One day, when I get closer to goal I will branch out and wear something other than black.

Eva, yes, my adopted kids are so grateful. They have blessed me with five of my nine grands. It is a tough job picking up where others leave off. When children are older they have picked up their parents ways. It was hard. We all went to counseling and worked out our problems. That is why it is so important to have a support system when you get overwhelmed. Just like our weight and band issues. I feel like we have a good support system going here. Jessica, I do hope your little nephew gets help too. I am sure he doesn't understand why your SIL is taking her frustrations out on him. I hope you can help him. He needs to feel loved. God Bless You!