Messages By: rthwlks

What a trial.  I sure don't like the new format yet.  I hope I get used to it!!  It may take time.  I finally found out what my trouble was, AOL won't send links, at least sometimes they won't, so I missed the link to renew my password.  It is nice to have the board back at all, I guess we should be grateful after all it is a gift.

We finally got some rain last night, not much but enough to measure.  .2 of an inch.

My weight this morning is 126 up four pounds, so I am back to really watching it.  It is going to be a constant battle for me.  I hate that, but apparently it is necessary.  One meal off the plan and back again for a week.  I had hoped to have a little more lattitude.  I have been walking for a halfhour with weights and a half hour without, every other day.  So far I am up to 3.3 pound weights.  I keep them moving for the whole half hour, but I don't try to walk fast, I count on the weights to bring my heart rate up.  For me it is like walking and chewing gum (almost imposible) or patting my head while rubbing my tummy.  LOL  I try to vary my exercise routine periodically to keep interested. 

Hope you all have a really good compliant day.  Ruth

PS spell check doesn't work for me either.  R

My weight has not gone up or down this last week, the problem is that I intended for it to go down!  I do not understand why I sometimes can control my appitite and sometimes not.  I have given a lot of thought to it, and I still cannot understand it.  I know that stress can cause me to gain, but sometimes even without stress I cannot control myself.  I have not been under any particular stress lately.

When I started this program I went straight down until reached my goal.  Well except for Thanksgiving, Christmas, my birthday, and my husbands birthday, and even then I did not gain just stayed the same.  I wish I knew why this staying the same is so much harder than losing was.  Has anyone got any ideas?

Ruth

171/127/122

I want to wish you a very Happy Birthday Peg, and of course many happy returns.  Now we are the same age.  I beat you to 71 though. LOL 

Today I went to Sierra Vista and I just got back and put groceries away.  I sat and read the last chapter today at the book store.     LOL  It seems I have more time there than at home.  I have a problem with The Danger Zone of Disappointment,  Not that I expected life to be perfect, to have plenty of money, a chance to travel, lots of closet space,etc.  But I seem to have expected for all my figure problems to be taken care of if I got thin enough!  Not so, I am still puffy around the mid section, and terribly wrinkled and saggy, and I still have a pot belly.   I still seem to hope that it will change though.  I need to get more realistic.  By the way I never intend to give up my circle of support, and you girls are my team.  I have yet to face a real crisis (thank goodness).   

I believe I am down a half pound today from last week in spite of my bad start to the week.  I don't remember for sure.   

172/125.5/122 again. 

Recently I read that addicts can live two lives in one lifetime.  And it is true.  I have a completely different kind of life now.  And all I have to do is decide every day which life I want.  I do consider myself a food addict, and I think mabe I have company on the board.    

I enjoyed talking to Carolyn and Rainy this evening in the chat room.  Where was everyone else?  We discussed food, exercise, and geograhpy, as well as every one who didn't show up.  LOL  

I've been doing well lately.  I went to Sierra Vista today and spent most of the day.  I had breakfast and lunch both there, and when I do I usually show an extra pound on the scales the next day, but I think it is just water gain from salt (unless I eat something I shouldn't).  I had an omelet (vegetable) for breakfast with salsa,no toast, and no potatoes, and a grilled chicken salad at Mickey D's for lunch ( with light vinegarette of course).   I shouldn't gain weight.  I need to get out and walk more, though.  The little bugs they call "no seeums" are here now, and I get just eaten up everytime I go out the door.  They love me, and the bites last for at least two weeks on me, and itch like crazy.  So I've been walking in the house mostly except for taking Chiquita out.  It looks like rain right now, and I hear thunder, so I'd better go.  Bye for now, Ruth  

By the way spell check won't work for me at all.  

Not really, I haven't been anywhere, my phone line was hit by lightning, so I couldn't get on line.  I really missed my couputer especially the board.  

Welcome back Dorrie/Hasty, and Diane you too.  I really missed your posts.  

Congratulations Carole on your aniversary, (45 isn't it?).  And congratulations to all the big losers!!  Fluffy, Laineybea, Carolyn, Sandra, Dorrie, Mac, Dolly, Dorrie, Obie, and Carole and Joyce.  (I hope I didn't miss anyone)    

Julie you sound so happy that it is a joy to read your posts.  

Loved your picture Joyce, I always do.  

I was glad to read the responses to Eilene, I agree and they also pertain to me.  I have been having the same problem.  Unfortunately I can't get rid of the non compliant food that my husband eats.  It would make life so much easier if I could.    

I know I have missed some thing I needed to comment on, but the mind is blank.  Have a great day, and I hope I see some of you in the chat room.      Ruth  

Wish you and your husband a very happy anniversary and hope you have a very happy year to follow.    Ruth 

 With the holidays come festivities, families and stress. For most, stress can lead to reaching for those “unfavorable” carbohydrates to self-medicate and over-consume. What to do? Here are a few tips that may help.
   Take a moment to set your intention for the holidays. I know what you’re thinking, didn’t Wayne Dwyer write the book “The Power of Intention?” Yes, it’s that important to plan what you intend to accomplish. For example, I will focus on the “favorable” carbohydrates and limit the “unfavorable”; I will maintain my success over the holidays.” Take a moment, find a comfortable position and follow your breath, inhaling and exhaling from your abdomen. Now, focus on your positive outcome, what you want to accomplish over the holidays in regards to your diet. Incorporate all your senses. See, hear and feel yourself being successful and proud that you maintained your weight through the holidays.

1. Have your responses ready. Start out with small portions, so when someone offers you a second helping, you can oblige. Or graciously refuse by saying, “Your cooking is so delicious I ate too much and don’t have room for anything else… at this time.”

2. Everyone overeats. Make a note of how you feel and give yourself the feedback (bloated, stuffed, uncomfortable) so that next time you’ll have the motivation to eat more moderately. There’s no such thing as failure — only feedback. You’ll have a chance to get back on program at the next meal; not the next week.

3. Set yourself up for success. Bring foods that support your lifestyle.

4. Continue to follow “The Basic  Rules.”
uTry to eat five times per day: three meals and two snacks.
uEat more fruits and vegetables and ease off on the breads, pasta, potatoes, stuffing and other starches. Always have a small amount of low-fat protein at every meal and snack.

   Another helpful (and challenging) tip is to become aware of yourself while you are eating. Slow down and watch what you’re doing. Mindful consumption while staying present can be very effective in controlling your lifestyle during the holidays and beyond.
   All success requires effort. Take some time and apply these suggestions. You’ll avoid that holiday weight gain and be proud of your success during this holiday season.  

Ruth