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on 4/30/10 3:43 am - Rochester, NY
on 4/30/10 3:43 am - Rochester, NY
Topic: RE: What are you celebrating and proud of? Friday
Congratulations! Now there's a goal accomplished! I first joined WW in 1968, a new bride at age 22 and weighing 208....got down to 176, but never made my goal weight. Since that time, I like you, have joined at least 20 other times, always losing 20-30lb and then for some reason or other giving up and throwing in the towel. This time I plan on making it all the way to goal weight...although that will be determined by my MD and not their charts. Lifetime Membership would be a wonderful thing! (208 sounds pretty wonderful at this point too!...lol)
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on 4/30/10 3:03 am - West Central FL☼RIDA , FL
on 4/30/10 3:03 am - West Central FL☼RIDA , FL
Topic: RE: Food for Thought
That's a great idea to start the day thinking positive thoughts.....
I'm thinking if I do it in the morning and at night I'm kind of wrapping a pretty bow around my day. After all each day I wake up it is a gift!
I'm thinking if I do it in the morning and at night I'm kind of wrapping a pretty bow around my day. After all each day I wake up it is a gift!
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on 4/30/10 2:49 am - West Central FL☼RIDA , FL
on 4/30/10 2:49 am - West Central FL☼RIDA , FL
Topic: Food for Thought
LOL - Matthew and I play "tag you're it" we chase each other around the house.....laugh so hard sometimes I almost pee my pants......... but I feel like a kid. It's silly but it is great fun! 
Gladdening Nourishment
SillinessDo something silly today, the pure act of being silly can reset our serious nature and help create the shift we need.
Children appreciate all that is silly as a matter of course. Their grasp of humor is instinctual, and even the smallest absurdities provoke joyous gales of earnest laughter. As we age, this innate ability to see the value of silliness can diminish. Work takes precedence over play, and we have less incentive to exercise our imaginative minds by focusing on what is humorous. When we remember childhood, we may recall the pleasures of donning funny costumes, reciting nonsense poems, making up strange games, or playing pretend. This unabashed silliness nourished our vitality and creativity. We can take in this nourishment once again by giving ourselves permission to lighten up and be silly.
Too often we reject the wonderful silliness that is an inherent, inborn aspect of the self because we believe that it serves no purpose or is at odds with the grown-up culture of maturity. We play yet we do not lose ourselves in play, and our imaginations are never truly given free reign because we regard the products of irrational creativity as being valueless. Yet silliness itself does indeed constitute a vital part of human existence on a myriad of levels. Our first taste of ethereal bliss is often a consequence of our willingness to dabble in what we deem outrageous, nonsensical, or absurd. We delight in ridiculousness not only because laughter is intrinsically pleasurable, but also because it serves as a reminder that existence itself is fun. Skipping, doodling, and singing funny songs are no less entertaining than they were when we were children. We need not lose all interest in these cheerful and amusing activities, but to make them a part of our lives we must be read! y to sacrifice a little dignity and a lot of fear.
It is precisely because so much of life is inescapably serious that silliness should be regarded as a priority. Through the magic of imagination, you can be or become anything—a photographer, a professional athlete, a dancer, a pilot. Whether you take hundreds of silly pictures, revel in the adulation of your fans as you make the winning catch, boogie down rock-star style in front of your bedroom mirror, or turn your desk into a ****pit, the ensuing hilarity will help you see that lighthearted fun and adulthood are not at all incompatible.
Gladdening Nourishment
Silliness
Children appreciate all that is silly as a matter of course. Their grasp of humor is instinctual, and even the smallest absurdities provoke joyous gales of earnest laughter. As we age, this innate ability to see the value of silliness can diminish. Work takes precedence over play, and we have less incentive to exercise our imaginative minds by focusing on what is humorous. When we remember childhood, we may recall the pleasures of donning funny costumes, reciting nonsense poems, making up strange games, or playing pretend. This unabashed silliness nourished our vitality and creativity. We can take in this nourishment once again by giving ourselves permission to lighten up and be silly.
Too often we reject the wonderful silliness that is an inherent, inborn aspect of the self because we believe that it serves no purpose or is at odds with the grown-up culture of maturity. We play yet we do not lose ourselves in play, and our imaginations are never truly given free reign because we regard the products of irrational creativity as being valueless. Yet silliness itself does indeed constitute a vital part of human existence on a myriad of levels. Our first taste of ethereal bliss is often a consequence of our willingness to dabble in what we deem outrageous, nonsensical, or absurd. We delight in ridiculousness not only because laughter is intrinsically pleasurable, but also because it serves as a reminder that existence itself is fun. Skipping, doodling, and singing funny songs are no less entertaining than they were when we were children. We need not lose all interest in these cheerful and amusing activities, but to make them a part of our lives we must be read! y to sacrifice a little dignity and a lot of fear.
It is precisely because so much of life is inescapably serious that silliness should be regarded as a priority. Through the magic of imagination, you can be or become anything—a photographer, a professional athlete, a dancer, a pilot. Whether you take hundreds of silly pictures, revel in the adulation of your fans as you make the winning catch, boogie down rock-star style in front of your bedroom mirror, or turn your desk into a ****pit, the ensuing hilarity will help you see that lighthearted fun and adulthood are not at all incompatible.
(deactivated member)
on 4/30/10 2:30 am - West Central FL☼RIDA , FL
on 4/30/10 2:30 am - West Central FL☼RIDA , FL
Topic: RE: What are you celebrating and proud of? Thurs
Hi!
Yes the swelling is very annoying but it is a fact of plastic surgery so I have to just be patient. I am enjoying going shopping for new clothes.
I'm so impressed with your daily 5 mile walk....truly awesome!
Yes the swelling is very annoying but it is a fact of plastic surgery so I have to just be patient. I am enjoying going shopping for new clothes.
I'm so impressed with your daily 5 mile walk....truly awesome!
(deactivated member)
on 4/30/10 1:51 am - West Central FL☼RIDA , FL
on 4/30/10 1:51 am - West Central FL☼RIDA , FL
Topic: What are you celebrating and proud of? Friday
TGIF!!!!
I'm quietly celebrating that I finally achieved LifeTime membership at WW. The first time I joined was around 1972 or 1973 when my parents forced me to do so. Since then I must have joined at least 15- 20 times. All though I did not to meetings during the time I lost most of my weight I did follow the principles (I tracked every day, measured, exercised, etc). I officially re-joined last year when I wanted to lose an extra 10 lbs or so and mainly wanted to learn how to do maintenance successfully (since I've never done that for very long in the past).
Anyhow, it's one of those things that I just wanted to accomplish......I can cross off my bucket list now. :-)
Now I'm going to call my parents and tell them I finally made it to WW LifeTime.
How about you, what are you celebrating and proud of?
I'm quietly celebrating that I finally achieved LifeTime membership at WW. The first time I joined was around 1972 or 1973 when my parents forced me to do so. Since then I must have joined at least 15- 20 times. All though I did not to meetings during the time I lost most of my weight I did follow the principles (I tracked every day, measured, exercised, etc). I officially re-joined last year when I wanted to lose an extra 10 lbs or so and mainly wanted to learn how to do maintenance successfully (since I've never done that for very long in the past).
Anyhow, it's one of those things that I just wanted to accomplish......I can cross off my bucket list now. :-)
Now I'm going to call my parents and tell them I finally made it to WW LifeTime.
How about you, what are you celebrating and proud of?
(deactivated member)
on 4/30/10 1:48 am
on 4/30/10 1:48 am
Topic: RE: Food for Thought
I start my day off thinking of three things that I'm thankful for - they can be anything from silly to serious. I find that helps put me in a good frame of mind to cope with unforeseeable things that are hurtful. It helps me be a hopeful positive person. Sort of the same idea.
Topic: RE: Food for Thought
Beautiful post!! Thanks so much, that is just what I needed to read today!!! There is always a blessing in the mess!!!
HW 611 Pre-opW 580 LW 302 GW 238
Topic: Examine your friendships.
Examine your friendships.
Friendships endure when mutual respect and support for each other is the foundation. A healthy friendship tends to stick even as people change. Other friendships cannot survive when people make major life changes. If the relationship was based on shared, self-destructive behavior, like overeating, when the behavior isn't shared anymore, the relationship loses its foundation and crumbles.
It may be time to let go of an unhealthy friendship. In some instances, it will be painful to lose the relationship. You may feel lonely for a time. In other instances you may just move on, remembering your old friend fondly. You will find new friends; such is the path of life. Have no regrets for moving on to new, healthier relationships.
Action for the day: Today, evaluate your friendships. Are you holding on to people who aren't right for you anymore? Have courage, and if you need to--let go.
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HW 611 Pre-opW 580 LW 302 GW 238
(deactivated member)
on 4/29/10 12:53 pm
on 4/29/10 12:53 pm
Topic: RE: What are you celebrating and proud of? Thurs
Ruth, I'm so sorry you're dealing with all that post-op swelling - just from your description it sounds painful. I hope it goes away quickly so you can get on with your life. Frustrating. But size 4 pants - wow that's incredible. 
Gloop, I'm so glad your feeling better and feel your depression lifting. depression is - well it's depressing and makes it hard to do everything, especially making healthy choices.
Sherrie - keep up the good work.
I did my 5 mile walk today. LOL - I'm a regular mall rat - or more accurately a mallwalker.
Gloop, I'm so glad your feeling better and feel your depression lifting. depression is - well it's depressing and makes it hard to do everything, especially making healthy choices.
Sherrie - keep up the good work.
I did my 5 mile walk today. LOL - I'm a regular mall rat - or more accurately a mallwalker.
(deactivated member)
on 4/29/10 12:35 pm
on 4/29/10 12:35 pm
Topic: RE: Dining out while eating healthy
I pulled out my salad and got a few strange looks and some comments but it's a good thing I had that salad to take the sting off my hunger otherwise I might have fallen off the wagon big time. I felt a little uneasy eating my home made salad at the game but better that than continue to be obese and unhealthy. I learnt a valuable lesson. On the weekends or whenever we are out I am going to make sure to take something with me and close my eyes whenever I see restaurant signs. 
Going into a restaurant is like going into the enemy camp unarmed, I can never come out alive!!!
Gloop - wow you are really doing well. It does become easier with time especially once everyone is used to seeing you bring your salad - and the reward is your weight loss but also increased health.
I went through a phase where I avoided restaurants too - I didn't want to fall off the wagon and I didn't know what to do to get healthy food there. It just seemed too intimidating. I also turned off the TV so I didn't see all those food ads, some of which are very EVIL. And yes, I avoided looking at restaurant signs. I did find it helped as I got over all those cravings. DH was still eating out a lot when he travelled for work and he eating the Standard American Diet and he wanted to be %100 compliant on the diet since he could see and feel the difference when he was home. That's when I realized we needed strategies and plans on how to eat out. When you're ready, you will do the same thing.
There are some places that have no choices for me at all - and LOL one of them is Krispy Kreme. Zippo. I don't even consider that food anymore - to be more accurate, I know lots of people eat and enjoy donuts but they make me sick so I now see the signs but don't associate them with enjoyment or treats or anything - it's just like passing a gas station. It was a process to get to that place.
On April 29, 2010 at 7:11 AM Pacific Time, gloop wrote:
At this point in my journey I have a big NO ENTRY sign when it comes to restaurants. It's too easy to slip back into the convenience and enjoyment of eating out and it's nearly impossible for me to not select the foods I want but shouldn't be having. On the weekend my daughter had a soccer tournament and we had to be there from 2 to 6 p.m. so I packed a big salad as a precaution (I'm not in the habit of packing food when we go out so it's a big learning curve for me) So while there people started getting the normal chicken wings and fries etc and the aroma was just KILLING me. I pulled out my salad and got a few strange looks and some comments but it's a good thing I had that salad to take the sting off my hunger otherwise I might have fallen off the wagon big time. I felt a little uneasy eating my home made salad at the game but better that than continue to be obese and unhealthy. I learnt a valuable lesson. On the weekends or whenever we are out I am going to make sure to take something with me and close my eyes whenever I see restaurant signs. Going into a restaurant is like going into the enemy camp unarmed, I can never come out alive!!!Gloop - wow you are really doing well. It does become easier with time especially once everyone is used to seeing you bring your salad - and the reward is your weight loss but also increased health. I went through a phase where I avoided restaurants too - I didn't want to fall off the wagon and I didn't know what to do to get healthy food there. It just seemed too intimidating. I also turned off the TV so I didn't see all those food ads, some of which are very EVIL. And yes, I avoided looking at restaurant signs. I did find it helped as I got over all those cravings. DH was still eating out a lot when he travelled for work and he eating the Standard American Diet and he wanted to be %100 compliant on the diet since he could see and feel the difference when he was home. That's when I realized we needed strategies and plans on how to eat out. When you're ready, you will do the same thing.
There are some places that have no choices for me at all - and LOL one of them is Krispy Kreme. Zippo. I don't even consider that food anymore - to be more accurate, I know lots of people eat and enjoy donuts but they make me sick so I now see the signs but don't associate them with enjoyment or treats or anything - it's just like passing a gas station. It was a process to get to that place.
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