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Topic: RE: THREE MORE DAYS!!
I totally forgot about this!! I have to have everything on my planner or I completely space things!!
I'm back on the wagon, but sad that I missed this chance to join with you all!! UGH!!
I hope we keep this going after Lent, cause I have now added the page to my daily planner!!
Great job you guys! You are so inspiring! Thanks for that!
I'm back on the wagon, but sad that I missed this chance to join with you all!! UGH!!
I hope we keep this going after Lent, cause I have now added the page to my daily planner!!
Great job you guys! You are so inspiring! Thanks for that!
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You have to expect things of yourself before you can do them. ~Michael Jordan
My Goals:
1) 200lbs ACCOMPLISHED
3) 170lbs
4) Run 5K
"Unneeded food is not any less wasted in a body that doesnt need it, than it is in the trash." ~Brandilynn
"Those that will not be governed by God will be ruled by tyrants." ~William Penn
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You have to expect things of yourself before you can do them. ~Michael Jordan
My Goals:
1) 200lbs ACCOMPLISHED
3) 170lbs
4) Run 5K
"Unneeded food is not any less wasted in a body that doesnt need it, than it is in the trash." ~Brandilynn
"Those that will not be governed by God will be ruled by tyrants." ~William Penn
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Topic: THREE MORE DAYS!!
Hope all is well with everyone!
We have 3 more days left of Lent- we also have (I believe) the Greek Orthodox Easter at the same time- along with Passover.
I've started to walk a lot- and it's great! I am watching my carbs, the best I can- which seems to be working. I do watch my sugar, but to be honest- I cheated on the weekend
and had one of those small tootsie rolls.. lol.. I bad.
The weather outside, in these parts- is awesome- spring always reminds me of new beginnings- this year particularly for me- with the weight loss- and adventures I plan on having with my two boys. The one thing that did catch me off guard- much like Karen M- I no longer have an ass... LOL- well- I'll deal with it.
I get excited to read how everyone is doing- and it's great to see everyone is doing well. We have 3 more days till Good Friday, 3 more days of our little social experiment- let's try to make them count!
We have 3 more days left of Lent- we also have (I believe) the Greek Orthodox Easter at the same time- along with Passover.
I've started to walk a lot- and it's great! I am watching my carbs, the best I can- which seems to be working. I do watch my sugar, but to be honest- I cheated on the weekend
and had one of those small tootsie rolls.. lol.. I bad.The weather outside, in these parts- is awesome- spring always reminds me of new beginnings- this year particularly for me- with the weight loss- and adventures I plan on having with my two boys. The one thing that did catch me off guard- much like Karen M- I no longer have an ass... LOL- well- I'll deal with it.
I get excited to read how everyone is doing- and it's great to see everyone is doing well. We have 3 more days till Good Friday, 3 more days of our little social experiment- let's try to make them count!
PATS- September 30th 2009
Surgery- October 14th, 2009
orignall goal-200lbs new goal 185'
August 2011- 182- umm.. now what?
The past is the past and can never be changed, but the future is what ever you want it to be.
Surgery- October 14th, 2009
orignall goal-200lbs new goal 185'
August 2011- 182- umm.. now what?
The past is the past and can never be changed, but the future is what ever you want it to be.
Topic: RE: Less then a week to go.....
YIKES!! Potatoes AND Pringles??? 
It's not always easy- especially when you make a conscious decision NOT to do something. We have a few days more- we can do this! lol- do a lot of praying at Mass!!
It's not always easy- especially when you make a conscious decision NOT to do something. We have a few days more- we can do this! lol- do a lot of praying at Mass!! Topic: RE: Less then a week to go.....
That's great Melva!! I am assuming you are eating properly- have you noticed much of a weight loss? The lack of cravings and hunger is great- as long as we take care of our bodies.
PATS- September 30th 2009
Surgery- October 14th, 2009
orignall goal-200lbs new goal 185'
August 2011- 182- umm.. now what?
The past is the past and can never be changed, but the future is what ever you want it to be.
Surgery- October 14th, 2009
orignall goal-200lbs new goal 185'
August 2011- 182- umm.. now what?
The past is the past and can never be changed, but the future is what ever you want it to be.
Topic: RE: Less then a week to go.....
Hi Cheryl- Chances are- you are correct. It can sneak up on you- actually, we do it ourselves. I honestly believe, for me- if I can keep my carbs in check- I can reach and possibly surpass my goal!!
PATS- September 30th 2009
Surgery- October 14th, 2009
orignall goal-200lbs new goal 185'
August 2011- 182- umm.. now what?
The past is the past and can never be changed, but the future is what ever you want it to be.
Surgery- October 14th, 2009
orignall goal-200lbs new goal 185'
August 2011- 182- umm.. now what?
The past is the past and can never be changed, but the future is what ever you want it to be.
Topic: RE: Less then a week to go.....
I've been low carbing for years and years yet some how my carbs are up with this Lenten season. Thankfully I am doing better with my spiritual Lenten goal.
I had my first post op potato over the weekend and discovered that fat free pringles light are the perfect travel food along with a few protein powder "cookies". Not good for the carb count at all. Then there was the vegetarian dining at my favorate Indian restaurant...
I think its the idea of giving them up that's got the carbs way out there. I've gone from an average of 35g net to
. Tonight is my 'at risk' night at my final Lenten prayer meeting. I'm going to print out the Mass readings and pray for restraint over those crackers, lol.
I had my first post op potato over the weekend and discovered that fat free pringles light are the perfect travel food along with a few protein powder "cookies". Not good for the carb count at all. Then there was the vegetarian dining at my favorate Indian restaurant...
I think its the idea of giving them up that's got the carbs way out there. I've gone from an average of 35g net to
. Tonight is my 'at risk' night at my final Lenten prayer meeting. I'm going to print out the Mass readings and pray for restraint over those crackers, lol.
MSW Roux-En-Y Gastric Bypass: Eat sensibly & enjoy moderation
Links: Are you a compulsive eater? for help OA meets on-line Keep Coming Back, One Day At a Time Overeaters Anonymous
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V'N MY RNY. WORKING FOR ME BECAUSE I WORK FOR IT.
Topic: RE: Less then a week to go.....
Brian,
I have been on this plan since I have started with the group. I don't crave any sugar nor am I hungry. I am probably gonna stay on it a little longer or as long as I feel good and right now I feel fantastic...Melva
I have been on this plan since I have started with the group. I don't crave any sugar nor am I hungry. I am probably gonna stay on it a little longer or as long as I feel good and right now I feel fantastic...Melva
Topic: RE: Less then a week to go.....
No matter how you feel, get up, dress up and show up.
I'm still early out from my surgery but so far have not re-introduced simple carbs in any form, and amazingly I no longer crave them. I used to be addicted to bread and mashed potatoes and now, not only can I walk away from them, I don't even want them. Is this the legendary "honeymoon" period? Will it stop one day and I'll be craving those carbs again? I hope not.
I've never been a big sweet eater, never took sugar in my coffee or anything so I'm having no problem cutting sugar out of my life. I'm just wondering if those white carbs are laying in wait for me at around the 6 or 8 month mark will they jump up and bite my ass till I bite into them??
I am thinkin' I've lived all these months without simple carbs that if I can keep the faith and don't let them back in the door, I will be able to keep them away. This is my goal, this is my journey. So far..........so good.
Thanks for being here everyone, I learn so much from people here.
Cheryl
I've never been a big sweet eater, never took sugar in my coffee or anything so I'm having no problem cutting sugar out of my life. I'm just wondering if those white carbs are laying in wait for me at around the 6 or 8 month mark will they jump up and bite my ass till I bite into them??
I am thinkin' I've lived all these months without simple carbs that if I can keep the faith and don't let them back in the door, I will be able to keep them away. This is my goal, this is my journey. So far..........so good.
Thanks for being here everyone, I learn so much from people here.
Cheryl
No matter how you feel, get up, dress up and show up.
Topic: Less then a week to go.....
Good afternoon all- I hope everyone is doing okay. As I look at the calender, I see that there is only 6 days left before Good Friday.
I know that we each have fought our demons over the past 34 days- and I am really glad to read some of the threads and comments that have been made. My apologies for not being more active- I've had limited access to a computer.
What have we learned over the last 34 days?
How successful have we really been?
Have we learned anything from each other?
What has been the toughest things to give up?
Do you plan on staying on this- after the 40 days?
Personally- I think I will still use the 'one day at a time' theory- sometimes it's easier- at least for me- not to think that far in advance.
Success?- well- I've become more aware- and as such been watching what I eat- although I haven't cute all bad carbs and sugars out- I have been able to reduce it big time- so I guess it's a good thing,
I've learned a lot from everyone one of you- thank you. I think it's important for us to realize that we are not the only ones who have the issues, challenges that we do.
Let's try to see how we can for the last week- I will, starting monday be doing daily postings- please- do the same.. here we are- on the home streach- let's make it happen!!
Hugs,
Brian
I know that we each have fought our demons over the past 34 days- and I am really glad to read some of the threads and comments that have been made. My apologies for not being more active- I've had limited access to a computer.
What have we learned over the last 34 days?
How successful have we really been?
Have we learned anything from each other?
What has been the toughest things to give up?
Do you plan on staying on this- after the 40 days?
Personally- I think I will still use the 'one day at a time' theory- sometimes it's easier- at least for me- not to think that far in advance.
Success?- well- I've become more aware- and as such been watching what I eat- although I haven't cute all bad carbs and sugars out- I have been able to reduce it big time- so I guess it's a good thing,
I've learned a lot from everyone one of you- thank you. I think it's important for us to realize that we are not the only ones who have the issues, challenges that we do.
Let's try to see how we can for the last week- I will, starting monday be doing daily postings- please- do the same.. here we are- on the home streach- let's make it happen!!
Hugs,
Brian
PATS- September 30th 2009
Surgery- October 14th, 2009
orignall goal-200lbs new goal 185'
August 2011- 182- umm.. now what?
The past is the past and can never be changed, but the future is what ever you want it to be.
Surgery- October 14th, 2009
orignall goal-200lbs new goal 185'
August 2011- 182- umm.. now what?
The past is the past and can never be changed, but the future is what ever you want it to be.
Topic: RE: Back on the wagon at last!
I am glad you are getting grip on the carbs.
I personally do not count them, but if I ever overdue - I pay dearly for that. So not worth that.
Most my other lent commitments - I am doing OK. This week I started on "a new" cleansing part - giving up more foods and additives and so far i am doing OK. Not perfect - but - one step at a time, one day at a time.
Since Monday I didn't have any soy or cheese, and very little artificial sweeteners. So that part is good. I had no meat on Fridays, and trying to eat rather light for the rest of the time. No whipped cream. Couple of time I overdid on food with carbs - that I thought I could, and I paid for that. But for the most part - I am feeling good about my eating and my "commitments for Lent". The rest - I am still working on. One day at a time.
I personally do not count them, but if I ever overdue - I pay dearly for that. So not worth that.
Most my other lent commitments - I am doing OK. This week I started on "a new" cleansing part - giving up more foods and additives and so far i am doing OK. Not perfect - but - one step at a time, one day at a time.
Since Monday I didn't have any soy or cheese, and very little artificial sweeteners. So that part is good. I had no meat on Fridays, and trying to eat rather light for the rest of the time. No whipped cream. Couple of time I overdid on food with carbs - that I thought I could, and I paid for that. But for the most part - I am feeling good about my eating and my "commitments for Lent". The rest - I am still working on. One day at a time.
Hala. RNY 5/14/2008; Happy At Goal =HAG
"I can eat or do anything I want to - as long as I am willing to deal with the consequences"
"Failure is not falling down, It is not getting up once you fell... So pick yourself up, dust yourself off, and start all over again...."
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