Hi Everyone. Winter weather is truly here with ice and snow even though it isn’t even the 21st yet. I am trying my best not to get into the dark winter doldrums. That’s definitely not good for my weight. I must confess that I have been hungrier the past couple of weeks and am blaming it on the cold weather. Better to blame Jack Frost than me! LOL Additionally I am feeling the pressure to get a Christmas letter written and truly feel pressured. I don’t have anything exciting to talk about. One year I made a lot of exciting things up and of course confessed it was all a fantasy. I hope you are all coping with seasonal pressures better than I.
I managed to lose half a pound this week so weigh 113.5. I do want to lose another half pound so will try for half a pound loss again this week.
Agate, so glad you continue to hold your own. Thanks for the tip on how not to go off the deep end when facing impulsive eating. I am going to implement this strategy. Keep up your positive attitude.
Mamabug, sorry you had a gain. Those cookies will get us every time. Cookies are a true weakness for me. Keep focusing on the fact that you continue on the minus side for the year. That is truly an accomplishment. Think positive on the days to come.
Hsmaldo, very good loss! I am very impressed after hearing of all the temptations with which you are faced on a daily basis. And to only eat two of your home made cookies is truly outstanding. I just know you are going to hit the 190's by the end of the year if not before. Your trip to see your sister and tiny nephew should be lots of fun. it. Keep up the good work.
Poohb3ar, I do hope you are well and coping with the pressures of the season.
Msgijo, my goodness what a way to lose weight! I am so sorry about your medical event but glad to hear you received prompt evaluation and treatment. I do hope your husband is doing well. That is heart warming to hear what a support he was for you during your trauma just as you are for him with his problem. Blessings to both of you.
For those who may have an interest in joining our dedicated group, our members each have their own personal methods of weight loss. Some are on Weight Watchers, some on Atkins for example and some just cut calories. I personally lost quite a lot of weight in the beginning using Atkins and then just cut portions while eating everything. The method is not the most important thing, it is staying focused and following the plan.
We post weight loss, gain, stayed the same, from Thursday to Thursday and have been doing so for fourteen years. We are truly dedicated to get rid of those pesky pounds and keep them off. You don’t have to state your actual weight. It’s a matter of choice.
Tip For The Week:
The Holidays can be a wonderful time with social events celebrating Christmas and New Year. As we all know it can also be a stressful time as Christmas draws near with shopping and possibly bad weather with which to contend. Try to consciously take time out for relaxation before getting to the point of feeling overwhelmed. As we all know feeling under pressure can lead to overindulgence in eating which we want to avoid.
Weight Loss Results:
Total Loss:
3 pounds lost by three members. That is wonderful considering the time of year. It is proof positive that there is hope even during this season filled with temptations.
Total Gain:
1 pound by one member. At least one gain is inevitable this time of year. We will get through this without gaining too much.
Stayed The Same:
1 member. As we know, staying the same truly is success, including for those who are maintaining. Just keep remembering it is the time before the next loss if you have more to lose. Also staying the same is a signal that you are eating the right amount to maintain your losses.
3943.6 is the total weight loss for the past 14 years. We have hit a new milestone. We now have less than 100 pounds to reach two tons lost. That is fantastic.
I managed to lose half a pound this week so weigh 113.5. I do want to lose another half pound so will try for half a pound loss again this week.
Agate, so glad you continue to hold your own. Thanks for the tip on how not to go off the deep end when facing impulsive eating. I am going to implement this strategy. Keep up your positive attitude.
Mamabug, sorry you had a gain. Those cookies will get us every time. Cookies are a true weakness for me. Keep focusing on the fact that you continue on the minus side for the year. That is truly an accomplishment. Think positive on the days to come.
Hsmaldo, very good loss! I am very impressed after hearing of all the temptations with which you are faced on a daily basis. And to only eat two of your home made cookies is truly outstanding. I just know you are going to hit the 190's by the end of the year if not before. Your trip to see your sister and tiny nephew should be lots of fun. it. Keep up the good work.
Poohb3ar, I do hope you are well and coping with the pressures of the season.
Msgijo, my goodness what a way to lose weight! I am so sorry about your medical event but glad to hear you received prompt evaluation and treatment. I do hope your husband is doing well. That is heart warming to hear what a support he was for you during your trauma just as you are for him with his problem. Blessings to both of you.
For those who may have an interest in joining our dedicated group, our members each have their own personal methods of weight loss. Some are on Weight Watchers, some on Atkins for example and some just cut calories. I personally lost quite a lot of weight in the beginning using Atkins and then just cut portions while eating everything. The method is not the most important thing, it is staying focused and following the plan.
We post weight loss, gain, stayed the same, from Thursday to Thursday and have been doing so for fourteen years. We are truly dedicated to get rid of those pesky pounds and keep them off. You don’t have to state your actual weight. It’s a matter of choice.
Tip For The Week:
The Holidays can be a wonderful time with social events celebrating Christmas and New Year. As we all know it can also be a stressful time as Christmas draws near with shopping and possibly bad weather with which to contend. Try to consciously take time out for relaxation before getting to the point of feeling overwhelmed. As we all know feeling under pressure can lead to overindulgence in eating which we want to avoid.
Weight Loss Results:
Total Loss:
3 pounds lost by three members. That is wonderful considering the time of year. It is proof positive that there is hope even during this season filled with temptations.
Total Gain:
1 pound by one member. At least one gain is inevitable this time of year. We will get through this without gaining too much.
Stayed The Same:
1 member. As we know, staying the same truly is success, including for those who are maintaining. Just keep remembering it is the time before the next loss if you have more to lose. Also staying the same is a signal that you are eating the right amount to maintain your losses.
3943.6 is the total weight loss for the past 14 years. We have hit a new milestone. We now have less than 100 pounds to reach two tons lost. That is fantastic.
You have some wonderful strategies in place. Enjoy the holidays and be amazed on Jan 1st. 
. The freezer is like my best friend now days 
. I made a pie for thanksgiving and divided it up into single servings and froze them. So now I can just pull out ONE slice of pie to eat whenever I feel the need to indulge. And that the food is frozen ensures that I have to wait for it to thaw before eating, which makes it seem more special. 
). But for the more yummy stuff yeah it has to be separated into single servings and put away. 
and am finally able to get back into my routines (mostly anyways). 
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