Topic : Maximizing Weight Loss Through the Tough Times

Well thanks to all of you for the sunshine it lasted UNTIL we got to the lake..then the dark clouds rolled in , and it turned cool and very windy...BUT didn't rain until we were packed up and on our way back to town...had a nice time with my friends and g/d's...dipped my feet in the lake, and picked saskatoon berries...and gave them to my neighbour as I'm allergic to them and blueberries as well as huckleberries....thought of you Marion and would have given them to you had it been possible..smiling...

I had such great intentions with my own lunch packed...drank the water shared my salad with my g/d's who love it, and ate things I shouldn't of...the disaster hit when everyone stopped by a favourite Ice Cream Place (DQ) and me who never eats ice cream went overboard..I'll spare you the details....so like Dr P says it sure isn't about willpower for I lacked it for sure...glad this isn't a race...one step ahead and 5 back...but it's not the end of the world either...I can and will make better choices now...(easy to say as my stomach is stuffed)...kinda like an addict after a fix...great intentions...well action needs to start...actions that lead to positive results....

Susie, where are you girl....is mum keeping you that busy? he he he ...take a breather and say hello...and good job losing another pound...

How nice Pooz for you to get to spend time at the condo....smiling...you're going to go and relax and enjoy it this time I hope...smiling...you're gonna be exhausted by the time us gals arrive...lol...counting the days...winking...

Shirley, what awesome choices kiddo for lunch..how nice to get out with your son....

happy garage saleing tomorrow...smiling..

Hugs and love to all,

Karen...   going off to lick my self inflicted wounds...and read the "word" from the man....somethings gotta connect here soon...

Karen - just wanted to let you know you are not alone...

 Yours was ice cream - I sure did have a hissy fit...over chocolate...my dh was eating some and wouldnt give me a piece saying "its not on your diet" well, that got me - I started ranting and raving about what diet; this, is a life style; and yes, I can have choc. if I want it (man, I sounded like a looney tone character and then went to my room sulking like a child)...later when I finally emerged from my self imposed time out he was just as sweet as if nothing had happened - and even that mad me mad - go figure

POSTED ON THE OTHER BOARD BUT, DIDNT MEAN TO BURDEN EVERYONE WITH ALL THAT  STUFF ABOUT MY TOOTSIES - SEE TOLD YA - I HAVE THE WORST MEMORY THESE DAYS - MEANT TO POST THAT INFO HERE......OH, WELL.....

HAVE A GOOD EVENING - AND WEEKEND - PRAYERS, LOVE & STUFF.....DONNA

he has to be a brave soul...tee hee...and you are so right, this isn't a diet...I too am working on that...it IS a lifestyle...I think I have never actually grasped that concept, as simple as it may sound...really need to though...had a couple light bulb moments and this will help for sure....smiling...Can sure see you have this computer stuff to a tea...even pics...lol...good job..smiling...Did he ever give you the chocolate..? ha ha ...

He's in the doghouse now...smiling....Have a super blessed weekend too hon...smiling...

Hugs and love, Karen

NO, NO, NO - WHEN I FINALLY EMERGED - I WAS OVER IT - DIDNT EVEN REALLY WANT THE CHOC - IT WAS THAT DARK STUFF THAT HE LIKES AND IT ONLY WANTED IT BECAUSE IT WAS THERE...DIDNT NEED IT - WASNT HUNGER - GOT MAD AND MYSELF AND THEN GOT  OVER IT...LOVE & STUFF .....DONNA

emerged from my room.Oh the site  I saw this house in.well lets just say the king of the house is silent (no I didn't hurt him and he is still here lol)and the queen is now in charge.The I came up with an idea to make the couch work for me to sit on it.the kids did it and I was sitting there supervising the cleaning of the living room,and gave orders on the kitchen work etc.

I am free from the bedroom even if temporarily. needless to say I haven't return to my room yet.lol

The family cleaned from top to bottom ever nook and cranny of some room and saturday will be other rooms.

I am excited and thrilled to be up some.I hurt but thats ok.

and I may need down time after---but will be worth it.

I am needed in other room

By for now

Vickie

I am typing you from the living room computer.The kids moved this 1 in here for me and fixed me a seat to try.so if this works I could type from this room or the bedroom.I am determined to escape that bed room,even for a little bit now and then.they have been great doing the work needed.They wouldnt go to bed til they did this and got living room completed.now the are working on the computer in my bedroom for me.boy will they sleep later.lol

If this doesnt work at least we tried.but I am thinking positive.

dh has a surprise waiting when he wakes.he hasnt seen all these changes.

house spells clean and fresh--at least this part of it.

Vickie

I misspelled rofl.suppose to be house smells cleaner and fresh.what i get for being excited and not reviewing my work.

Vickie

so good morning ladies.hope you are having a great Saturday Morning.I may not hav eslept last night,but it was a productive night.and I am happy.

been listening to our music all night as well.my spirits are back up!

vickie

well 1 monitor died,but had an extra so everything super, and doing fine.feeling tired but getting ready for breakfast.and then I may rest alittle.hope everyone has a wonderful day my friends.I will be back later today.

hugs Vickie

Let's make today a day of great choices in all areas of our lives....I'm choosing to think positive thoughts, and will get in my exercise, and water, as well as nourish my body with healthy food choices....I work my last Bingo at the Senior Center today..and will miss them...

Hope you all have a great day, and a safe one...

Will catch up to you all later...Hugs and love, Karen