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Post by dutchess candy on Nov 11, 2003 18:50:03 GMT -5
well I`m afraid,I got ambushed from friday to today,It was time for tom and I was away,and I totally lost control,hate that. but I cooked today and will rejoin the agents,the rest of the day and week.hopefully I have regained strength. I think most of us got ambushed this past weekend,hey lets kick butt,this weekend I`m going to exercise the next 5 days to redeem myself. ruby I`m glad your back, why don`t we all give ourself a suitable mission for ourselfs.mine is to do5 days of cardio,any takers?dutchess candy
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Post by Sasha Whetmore on Nov 11, 2003 19:49:19 GMT -5
I will give myself a reasonable challenge. To not cheat this weekend and to start up cardio next week while hubby is in Canada. I have been working until 3am and just do not have the time during the day for it. I know I can make time...next week I promise!!!! And I will also try a new recipe next week so I don't get stuck in boredom chicken land!!!!
Sasha
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Post by Ivana Highbeams on Nov 12, 2003 0:05:59 GMT -5
Hello Agents, I did pretty well today... except I didn't get out of bed until almost noon which means I ended up skipping the first two meals of the day I also had an egg white for my PM snack instead of an apple like I'd intended 'cause I hardboiled a bunch of eggs and wanted to make sure they were cooked properly. Ruby - Welcome back! Always nice to have more support on the front lines! ;D Sky - Thanks for the gum tip! Sasha - Let us know how the crockpot chicken turns out! dutchess - I WILL get up at a "normal" time on the weekend and get exercise in every other day this week... On that note, Ivana - out
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Post by Tamara Marble on Nov 12, 2003 8:26:47 GMT -5
Hi Angels..er..um..Agents *smiles* Good morning and I hope today has offered each and everyone of you a ray of sunshine to wake pleasantly up to. What I have found is that if we sleep in, there usually is a reason behind it. It could be that we've not allotted ourselves enough time to rest. Sometimes it is our body's way of saying. I am stressed and I need a time out. The best thing to do is see what you did the day before and why you reacted to feeling you needed the extra rest. Nothing wrong with that. Then try and see what you need to do differently if you even need to, to change things in your life that will help make you feel better the next day. Remember, knowledge is power. That we don't need to release our control if we don't wish it. That if something is not working, we have the ability to work ways around it to work, maybe not in the same way, but in a probably bettered structured way that we need for now. The thing to remember is. One doesn't have to stick to one trodden road. We can choose paths along the way to enrich our lives. I used to think that all I had left of my life was children and house work. Guess what. I was wrong! I have an interview on Friday at 10am about working for KMarts from 7-10pm through the week. Now mind you, not my perfect and first hours I would have liked. But in a time when jobs are hard to find.. Oh my gosh..just in. I got a call from Remax over by Farmington down Orchard Lake that said though they didn't need an Agent, that I might be able to work the 9-3 hrs that I wanted Monday - Friday there as their receptionist. Though they call it underwork, I could care less what they call it as long as it helps pay the bills! Well, I need to hit the showers and head over to talk to my son's therapist at 10am. Here it is 8:25am. Last time I got lost getting there, this time I know my way! Anyways, keep your fingers crossed. Interview Friday, Interview Monday..OY! Tamara signing out for now!
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Post by dutchess candy on Nov 12, 2003 10:06:48 GMT -5
wow, tamara good news,I`ll keep you in my thoughts. and sasha,and Ivana I think setting little goals for ourselves,is going to be good I got up this morning with a TOM migraine but because I committed to exercise I got up and did 30 mins,so thanks for making me accoutable.I got weighed this am and it was`nt good I `m hoping most of it is Tom but I did fall hard up 4lbs,very disappointed in myself. but I`m here and ready to go.dutchess
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Post by Sasha Whetmore on Nov 12, 2003 13:34:30 GMT -5
Hello Ladies!
Way to go Tamara. Me and my husband are both working but we both tend to spend more than we should and the bills have piled up...so we end up taking money from our rental property every month to make it...hope nothing breaks in that house!!!! We have land that we bought at a tax sale that we are planning to sell but must go through the process of getting the title cleared first...UGH!
I am totally off plan today because I just couldn't bring myself to get the crock pot chicken together last night. It is cooking now and I will be back on plan tomorrow 100%. But I am trying to not overdo it today and am drinking my water. I just hate always having to run to the potty!!!! I have always had a small bladder and all this water keeps me going all day long.
I find myself always sabotaging my efforts....I am not really sure why I do this...somewhere inside I know the skinny me is still there...but why do I cheat? Why do I always fail? I hate it. I need to stay strong and committed already. I need to face whatever fears I have and just do it already. I guess even when I know something works, I think it will not work for me and I make it fail before it has a chance to fail on its own...or something like that...okay enough pity....stay strong Kelly. I can do this!!!!
I will check in later and I will let you all know tomorrow how the crock pot chicken turns out!!!!
Sasha
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Post by SkyLaRue on Nov 12, 2003 16:37:57 GMT -5
Hi.
Way to go everyone! I'm so proud of your dedication!
I'm on plan so far today. So far so good.
The goal for this week: Try to stick to plan and get in at least 4 days of exercise.
Tamara - good luck with the jobs. I'll keep my fingers crossed for you!!
I don't have much time today. Sorry.
Just wanted you all to know you're still in my thoughts and I still think you are all THE BEST!!!
Have a good day.
Sky (still not 100% myself) - out
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Post by dutchess candy on Nov 12, 2003 22:36:39 GMT -5
dutchess reporting that today the enemy,was far far away.I was able to do threadmill,and follow plan100%and sasha,your not alone I think thats what I did this weekend sabataged my self.I try to figure it out when I do something like that but I know what you mean.please hang in there though. I find I have fewer days like that.so hopefully someday we`ll figure it out.has anyone tried the smart tecnique? sky nice job on the 4 day commitment I`m routeing for you.I`m glad we have such a nice group.dutchess
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Post by Sasha Whetmore on Nov 12, 2003 23:04:36 GMT -5
Good Evening Ladies!
Let me just say that my off-plan day is horrible. I am not used to drinking soda(caffeine) and I ate greasy foods today and I have been paying for it all night long!!!! Running in the bathroom every 1/2hr at work if you know what I mean.
I am challenging myself to stay committed to plan starting tomorrow 100%. Hubby leaves Friday night and does not come home until the following Sunday night and I want to really lose some extra pounds while he is gone. I am starting my cardio tomorrow...I will probably do Walk Away The Pounds and then add in The Firm tapes that I have...they really do work!!! When you actually do them...lol.
Well I am on a short break here at work...gotta run....Sasha
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Post by Ivana Highbeams on Nov 12, 2003 23:19:25 GMT -5
Hang in there everyone! One step at a time, yes? Having said that, I also have to add "Aw nuts!" I have a *real* weakness for nuts and I had practically a whole cup of almonds today! Ack. Must. Resist. Luckily I don't like salted nuts so at least I didn't end up adding extra salt. I *did* at least manage to stick to the exercising plan and even got in an extra bit of "semi-aerobic" exercise since I was almost late to work and ended up running most of the way! ;D Anyway, like I said in the beginning, hand in there everyone! Ivana - who'd also like to add: Way to go Tamara! TWO potential jobs! Good luck!!
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Post by Tamara Marble on Nov 13, 2003 14:11:15 GMT -5
Hello Agents! So good to see you all again! Sasha - hang in there. I know what you mean about chicken. I think I am going to do a search on the web and find something interesting in the way of recipes that might tempt you. *grins* Sky - My prayers are with you. Being sick is the pits and the moral support we give one another is what helped me get past my time ill. Not 100% recovered, but at least am able to do more housework then spend all day sleeping! Dutchess - I think we all have a moment or two in our lives that the enemy tries to sneak in and find out weakness. When that happens, it is just best to give ourselves a time out. That's what I do. I count to 10, grab water drink some of it and ask myself, "Is it a need or a want"? Sometimes it might be because I need "comfort", if that be the case, I take myself to another area of my house away from that which has tempt me and offer something else that I enjoy and always find comfort in. Sometimes a book, or even a call to a friend. Sometimes all it takes even is just coming here and posting. If it a want, I ask myself, if it is not on my list, what do I wish to exchange for that want to make it balance? Thus, if it is a treat, my exchange is to accomplish other things that need to be done in the house that I normally don't want to do. *laughs* If you think about it, the want doesn't seem to be so necessary if I have to exchange it for say...cleaning out the toilet, tub and the bathroom. *grins* Sasha - For greasy foods/fried, and sodas with dyes in them. I found that I've learnt to stay away from them because they do such damage to my inwards. If I want a fry. I am sure to bake them. Sorry to hear you had such a result due to them. I am hoping you are feeling better? Ivana - I too have a craving for nuts from time to time. Could be worse I suppose. *laughs* Darn those Girl Scouts! *grins* What I did to take care of that craving was allow myself a small handful and then passed them over to my husband and my children. I assure you, after I did that, there was NO going back for seconds. *grins* It was lucky if they lasted 20 mins if that! Thank you all for the congrats and the well wishes on the job. I don't know if I could have done it without all your support and friendship. For today, I had a lean ham sandwich on wheat, with soy veggie swiss cheese slice. Included to as well was raw carrots and celery and a soy garlic veggie salad dressing to dip. Lots of water and I even took time to watch a movie "Everafter" to give myself a little pampering. It is 2pm and I'll probably take a nap now due to yesterday catching up with me. Need to regain back some of my energy for tomorrow! Hope everyone has had a great day! I am proud of you all! Tamara signing out for now!
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Post by Sasha Whetmore on Nov 13, 2003 19:16:07 GMT -5
Sasha here checking in for the evening. I am feeling much better today and the crock pot chicken is pretty yummy. The chicken is very juicy and has more flavor...I threw in some potatoes, onions, carrots, garlic, and a few broccoli spears and the flavors are just yummy! Back on track 100%. I have such a problem with food...it is just way too yummy!!!! Take care everyone...checking out for now...Sasha
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Post by Ivana Highbeams on Nov 13, 2003 23:06:33 GMT -5
Hello Agents, The Good News: I did twice the amount of aerobic exercise than usual today. The Bad News: I had pasta and some rolls with butter during lunch! I managed to at least make sure I had some lean protein (roasted chicken) but it was restaurant food so it probably all had added salt! My only excuse is that it was a free meal and it won't happen again! Ivana - out
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Post by Raven Whetmore on Nov 14, 2003 0:48:54 GMT -5
struggling...what can i say?
Hi girls! I've been checking the boards but haven't had time to sit down and 'chat'.... and I'm battling my food big time! It's that TOM... and I never felt swayed before (maybe because I just gave in) but this has been difficult. I'm learning a lot about myself. I haven't been making the best choices in food or portion sizes. I always gain a pound or two during this week and then lose it a week later so I'm not too concerned about Monday's weigh in - I know it won't be a loss though. drats! I did make oat flour last night though - and will make something - either the brownie bites or the pizza.... Anyway... just rambling... hope you're all doing good.... love ya all... m
Tamara - got my fingers crossed for your interviews tomorrow!
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Post by Tinkerbell on Nov 14, 2003 8:56:30 GMT -5
Tinkerbell, checking in. I went off the plan yesterday, and I'm trying to be back on 100% today....I can't believe that I was sooo excited to start, and now I'm having a hard time sticking to it. I'm so easily tempted! I think part of my problem has been that I'm looking too much toward the end result, and not so much at the day-to-day goals....I'm going to try to set some very realistic goals for myself.... like get through the morning, then the afternoon, etc....until I get a little stronger & more confident. I don't think I've lost any. But I also know it's not the plan, it's me. You've all been very inspirational. I love getting on here and reading what everyone's doing. I hate to cut this short, but the laundry is calling me. (Life as a single mom....the laundry talks...) I'll try to check back in later...hopefully with good news to report about a successful day on plan. Tinkerbell, signing off for now....
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