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waterlily1072

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LapBandit    5

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Well, two interesting things happened this weekend. One is good, one is not good.

First the good...I volunteered to run an errand for a friend at the mall and the parking space I found meant I had to park at Macy's and walk through. Well...I was walking past all the pretty cocktail dresses and started thinking about my office holiday party so I figured I'd check out the selection. Mainly to see what size I was into, not because Macy's is where I can afford to shop!! Anyway, can you believe I found a simple, but pretty, black cocktail dress and decided what the heck, I'll try it on. It fit and I actually decided that I might fit into the next size down so I tried and it fit!!! I actually bought a size 18 "normal looking" dress plus it was massively on sale so I got a $90 dress for $30!! I actually had to hold back tears as I walked out of the store because I couldn't believe I just bought a cute little black dress in a size I don't think I've ever bought before. I can't believe it!

Now today, I had to be a dork and try eating a Granny Smith Apple normally, skin and all. WOW...be careful with apples folks! I slimed and slimed then PB'ed til I worried about slipping my band. YIKES. Dumb move.

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indianlight    2

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I like the idea of a Valentines challenge, and lets decide what our goals will be for valentines before the xmas break...to keep us focused when theres lots of goodies around...what do you think?

I'm updating again!!...I shouldnt complain as its a good feeling!!

I might even increase my goal for xmas...I'l decide next week!!

Christmas Goals

A1ikou...............240...............XX

Aza....................299...............XX

BPM..................230...............37

candy444...........299.................09

Elisabeth.............275.................16

Ericsmom...........250................12

Indianlight...........280.................5

Josette................340.................25

JulieNYC............235...................9

Koala.................275..................24

Ladydi................270 .................33

LapBandit...........250..................7

Libra...................270................8

Mariguita.............290.................XX

NatesMommy.....275.................XX

Waterlily1072.....275..................23

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ericsmom    2

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Congrats on the HUGE NSV, Lapbandit!!! That is so AWESOME!! Be sure to post a picture of you in that dress so we can see how fabulous it looks on you!

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LapBandit    5

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I'm not sure of what my valentine's goal should be...hmm, I'm probably going to shoot for 225. OMG, I can't even believe that a year ago that number would have been an impossibility and now I think it may be possible. It would be a stretch though...almost 30 pounds in 3 months. I'll keep thinking about it.

Thanks Ericsmom, you're sweet! I will have my sister take my pic before I leave for the party. It's in two weeks. Darn, if only I had a date to go w/ my new dress. Maybe for next year's party, huh?

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waterlily1072    5

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LapBandit that is awesome!!!

But what if it's too big in 2 weeks? umm.... hehe

OK I officially hate my scale! or maybe I hate Water fluctuation. I did not gain 4 lbs in 1 day eating 2 bowls of chili and a slice of crustless quiche (it's basically a scrambled eggs with a little bisquick) Where is the justice?

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indianlight    2

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I've been thinking maybe Valentines day is too early, its only about 7 weeks into the new year...although we could adjust our expected losses to suit...what do you all think??

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libra    13

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Christmas Goals

A1ikou...............240...............XX

Aza....................299...............XX

BPM..................230...............37

candy444...........299.................09

Elisabeth.............275.................16

Ericsmom...........250................12

Indianlight...........280.................5

Josette................340.................25

JulieNYC............235...................9

Koala.................275..................24

Ladydi................270 .................33

LapBandit...........250..................7

Libra...................270................6

Mariguita.............290.................XX

NatesMommy.....275.................XX

Waterlily1072.....275..................23

Indianlight. I think Easter would be too far away a goal. I'm good for Valentines Day. We'll just have to adjust our goals accordingly.

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libra    13

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Hope everyone's Thanksgiving was good. And no one did too much damage!! LOL!! We go out for Thanksgiving so I had lobster tail....YUM!!! I ate a little more than half and then went for my third fill the following morning. Trying to get to that 50 pound mark!!!!

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LapBandit    5

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Hey Libra! Thanksgiving went well. I ate well but I didn't go crazy. I don't think I did any serious damage!

But, I'll tell you...I'm a little worried about making it through this next month until after New Years. If I'm in control of what I eat then I am OK but visiting w/ family and friends gets me in a new mindset where old habits start to appear. Social eating, that is my toughest hurdle. Anyone have any good ideas or suggestions they plan to utilize during the holidays?

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libra    13

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Christmas Goals

A1ikou...............240...............XX

Aza....................299...............XX

BPM..................230...............37

candy444...........299.................09

Elisabeth.............275.................16

Ericsmom...........250................12

Indianlight...........280.................5

Josette................340.................25

JulieNYC............235...................9

Koala.................275..................24

Ladydi................270 .................33

LapBandit...........250..................7

Libra...................270................0 (woohoo!)

Mariguita.............290.................XX

NatesMommy.....275.................XX

Waterlily1072.....275..................23

WooHoo!! I made my Christmas goal!!! Now I'm 1/2 pound away from losing 50 pounds!! I'm so excited, I can't contain myself.

Lapbandit, I'm just gonna try and stay as active as possible during the holiday festivities. I'll play with the kids, clear the table, make coffee, whatever it takes to not just sit and pick on food. Other than that, I have no idea how I'll make it through!:) (I might cross my fingers as well!)

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LapBandit    5

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Congratulations!! Woo Hoo We Have Our First Christmas Challenge Winner And It's Not Even December Yet!! Excellent Job And Congrats On The 50 Lbs!! You Should Be Very Proud!

:) :bolt:

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coleoptera    1

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I am three pounds away from 299! OMG! :clap2: I can't believe I am almost there. To those who have already past that milestone...how does it feel?:)

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ericsmom    2

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Congrats on making your goal, Libra!!

Mariquita - it's one of the best feelings ever! I have in my siggy that I'll never have to say 300 again! You go girl!!! Keep us posted!

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