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Topic: RE: Monday Morning Weigh Ins
Hey Holly - good luck w/ quitting the diet coke. I'm enjoying it myself and haven't gained so I'm not worried about itn (for now) , but keeping a close eye on my weight and still weigh daily. I think with you gaining a few lbs might just be where your body wants to be, ya know? If I remember correctly, your BMI was very low. Are your clothes still fitting?
All of this talk of gaining is scaring me too. I'm having a hard time this summer being at home w/ the kids all day. My head spins from them talking to me ALL OF THE TIME! I feel that I've been snacking more, but I'm doing something I shouldn't, I'm skipping meals because I just don't feel like eating.
Remember when you go through the drive thru's stick to grilled chicken or steak. I'll eat a snack wrap (grilled chick) at McD's or a fresco burrito at Taco Bell. I know it's not the best for me, but better than a double cheeseburger.
We can do this girls! You guys are always such great supporters.
Topic: RE: Monday Morning Weigh Ins
Ok you guys are scaring me...Im so scared to gain weight... I give my self a 5lb window.
I just started talking to a gal at work that is 5 year post op and has gained back around 25lbs. BUT she looks good!
She says about 2 years out it comes on fast and now she has to really work at it..
That is so scary.
That's why when I gained water weight in the hospital, I decided to keep track on fitday... I want to stay where Im at. I think when I seen 153 after getting out of the hospital it scared the crap out of me and made me realize how I NEVER want to see over 149lbs. EVER!
I've been trying to be more aware or what Ive been eating and why. Im taking snacks back out of the home too... If their not here I don't eat them. One of my bad habits.
Ive also told my kids... when you see me eating something bad, remind me it will make me sick or feeling blah....
Concentrate on protein... dont drink and eat at the same time.
Im scared if I dont go back to basic's then my weight will get out of control and I will spirl down.
This is what's working for me. I still weigh everyday!
Today I was 143lbs.... Last week I think i was 147... far from my highest... of 292!!
Have a good day girls... The weight will come off as fast as you put it on cause you still have that tool, but you gotta work it!!!
Stacey
Sorry for the RAMBLING!
Stacey
Sorry for the RAMBLING! 
Topic: RE: Monday Morning Weigh Ins
Way to go Laura!! I had a pretty good day yesterday too...until I took my friend out for her birthday! But it was a good sign that I was not grazing during the day and I worked out as well. So day two is going to be even better for us!! Thanks for the encouragement and update! Talk to you soon!
Topic: RE: Let the head games begin!
I have a 16 (on the 29th) year old son, and 12 year old daughter, and a 6 year old daughter. So, 11th grade, 7th grade, and 1st grade. It seems like they are never going to leave! jk!
Yes, I am working on my AS (one class currently in the summer, one final class in the fall) so that I can apply to nursing school for the spring semester. If I get picked up right away (it's a lottery system), I will be in nursing school for about two more years. So, if everything goes just right I may have the chance to earn a paycheck just about the time I am turning 40 :o(.
Topic: RE: Monday Morning Weigh Ins
Steph-
Sorry about the breakup- I'll be thinking of you... especially tomorrow for your test.
I too have had an extremely bad week food-wise. I have been bad for 3 weeks now and am up 12 pounds from my lowest. Not sure what's going on- it's just I think I'm eating emotionally again.
Like Steph said last week- I have a beer gut and I don't even drink beer!!!
I was a little better today I think because yesterday I hit over the top of my old window and it freaked me out. I could definitely gain back a lot of weight. I had been in the habit of going through drive-thru's and just ordering for the kids- but lately I've been eating the stuff. The diet coke stopped as of midnight last night. That's just something I have to go cold turkey on- I can't seem to maintain moderation there.
Hang in there everyone...
Holly
Topic: RE: Let the head games begin!
Thanks for the quick reply. How old are your kids? I am in the "taxi Mom" phase. I have a 15 year old son and 12 year old daughter. Are you working on your degree?
I am signing off for now. I will check in again soon.
Mary
Topic: RE: Monday Morning Weigh Ins
Hey Steph - I'm sorry to hear about you and your ex breaking up. I know it's hard to say goodbye to someone that you care about. I'm glad it wasn't a bad breakup, those are the worst. Things do happen for a reason though, you know that God has a plan for you right? He wants to see you happy, and there is someone out there that he has hand chosen just for you.
I hear you on the weight. I gained in a matter of 3 days 4 lbs. Even though I know the reason why, it's still a shocker each month. Yesterday I lost 2 of those lbs and then today 1 more. but still. It's a little scary as to how easy it is to gain. I know our cycle has a lot to do with our ups and down in weight though. Keep track, I have been and it's not unusual for me to gain weight (up to 4 lbs) about 10 days befor my cycle. Hang in there, you know you can do this!! You are doing and looking wonderful by the way.
LW 120 - 123?? Up and down
Today 122
Topic: RE: Let the head games begin!
Well, I for one absolutely commend you on getting out and living your life away from the monitor. I am, however, generally stuck at home with kids and/or online classes...so, no awesome outside life for me...yet! It's coming....in the meantime, I relish feeling great when I do get out into the "real world" 
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The top-out weight thing is integral to me staying within bounds. I thought that 150 was my limit...but I have to admit that I feel pretty darn good at 145 so that's the new "limit" for me. I am not trying to lose weight, either...just trying to keep things steady. But, every fluctuation up or down does mentally freak me out a little. Though, as I mover further out I am able to see how easy it is to stay within my window so long as I am honest with myself and am willing to follow the rules. Knowing that the weight will come off easily provided that I do what I am supposed to is what really keeps me from freaking out! And, don't worry about dropping another pound if you feel good where you are at! Just enjoy feeling great!
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The top-out weight thing is integral to me staying within bounds. I thought that 150 was my limit...but I have to admit that I feel pretty darn good at 145 so that's the new "limit" for me. I am not trying to lose weight, either...just trying to keep things steady. But, every fluctuation up or down does mentally freak me out a little. Though, as I mover further out I am able to see how easy it is to stay within my window so long as I am honest with myself and am willing to follow the rules. Knowing that the weight will come off easily provided that I do what I am supposed to is what really keeps me from freaking out! And, don't worry about dropping another pound if you feel good where you are at! Just enjoy feeling great! Topic: RE: Let the head games begin!
Hi Again Suz,
You are asking all the right questions. I no longer post on the Monday morning weigh ins because I have stopped losing weight. I have leveled out at 145-150. I feel very good about losing 120+ pounds but do worry about gaining. In my head if I ever go over 150, that will mean trouble to me. I think you are right, everyone has a top weight in their head that if they go over they will "freak". My biggest worry is that I will stretch my pouch out. I look at your numbers and some of the others and wonder if I should still be actively trying to lose more weight but I have come to the understanding that each of us is unique in our journey and that I am just as successful as everyone else. You are very wise and have helped many of us. I will try to get back out here more often. I agree we need to continue to support each other. I have found that because I am able to do more now, I am at the computer less.
Take Care,
Mary 
HW- 268
SW- 255
CW- 147
HW- 268
SW- 255
CW- 147 Topic: RE: Just curious...
My goodness...I can't imagine only coming here once or twice a month! But, whatever works for you is what works best, right? I'm glad to see your lovely face around and would love to know what's new in your world. Take care...and please, do visit more often!! 
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