Looking Awesome in August Challenge - Page 2

TuscanGirl · 08-05-2009, 08:47 PM

No - no milk.
That makes them on plan, right?!

CindyCRNA · 08-05-2009, 09:09 PM

We are leaving early Friday morning for Florida and will return Saturday night as I have to work on Sunday. Airfare isn't cheap when you book 2 days out! I will talk to you all on Sunday. Have a good rest of the week.

TuscanGirl · 08-06-2009, 04:28 AM

Cindy - You're a good friend to go all that way!!
Can't you get a funeral flight price?

Morning all!

No clue what's up today!

sjl330 · 08-06-2009, 06:36 AM

My thoughts and prayers will be with you guys, Cindy.

TuscanGirl · 08-07-2009, 06:09 AM

Morning!
It's a beautiful day!

sjl330 · 08-07-2009, 06:58 AM

Yep it is. I got my walk/run in early and it was already 76. Now I'm headed to the shower and I'm going to see Julie & Julia this a.m. with friends.

summergirl · 08-07-2009, 09:03 AM

Hi everyone

We ended up going to a baseball game yesterday, so I did as best as I could with food but I did end up having a few drinks but it's not a baseball game without a beer right.

I am down 1.5 so far which is great considering.

It's friday and the weekends have always been killers for me, gotta keep it together!

My thoughts with Cindy as well, funerals are tough.

TGIF

TuscanGirl · 08-07-2009, 10:44 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by sjl330

Yep it is. I got my walk/run in early and it was already 76. Now I'm headed to the shower and I'm going to see Julie & Julia this a.m. with friends.

I heard the movie is great!
Let me know!

sjl330 · 08-07-2009, 11:33 AM

The movie was FANTASTIC!!!!! Don't go hungry though. My poor tummy started growling and never stopped, ,lol.

liakelly · 08-07-2009, 11:46 AM

I ordered my copy of "Natural Health & Weight Loss" this morning, and it'll be delivered Tuesday! I'm really excited and rarin' to get started--I can't wait to join you all here in your journey and your challenge this audaciously awesome August!

Cheers--
Lia

summergirl · 08-07-2009, 12:50 PM

Lia, I am curious about the book, be sure and let us know what you think of it.

I have the email/down loaded book thing, does this other 'real' book add more or is the email one I have pretty much cover all the bases?

TuscanGirl · 08-07-2009, 08:51 PM

The Decatur Celebration has begun!

I have eaten waaaaayyyyy too much!!

Got to see The Miracles tonight without Smokey Robinson.
They weren't bad.

Wandered around and people watched.
Bizarre "fair" people!!

Going shopping there with DD25 and DS20's GF tomorrow.

DS20 is going to be in the parade tomorrow.
He's dressing up as Gus (the blue fish!!)

CarolynF · 08-08-2009, 05:27 AM

Greetings from NH..

It is sooo beautiful here and we have had a great week, weatherwise..They have had lots of rain before we came, we have been really lucky.

First of all, prayers to Cindy and her bf's family. My goodness...what a tragedy that is..unbelievable.

Nice to see Gord and summergirl..

I've been bad..but have walked alot. It has been nice reconnecting with my brothers and cousins. Another picnic today.

Hugs to everyone..Miss you all..

TuscanGirl · 08-08-2009, 06:04 AM

Carolyn - Sounds wonderful! Enjoy!!

Buffy45 · 08-08-2009, 08:39 AM

Morning everyone and welcome to those coming back, joining up, etc.

MK, love your new picture, you are glowing!

Carolyn, glad you are having a wonderful time and I know it must be beautiful there.

DD#2 went to Julia last night and said it was great, I get so mad at our Dallas paper, they gave it a C-. They are so critical of most of the movies I really enjoy, hmmm, what's that mean? My friend wants to go see The Proposal today and we have free tickets that will work for that but not for Julia so we can see Julia later.

It must have been oreo week, I picked up a bag of the minis for DGS before he came over this week and found myself snatching a few several times. But, I don't think mini's count do they? They are so little and so cute.

The "Don't give a crud" diet seems to be the most popular one in America, not sure why there aren't more books out on it, I guess it is because everyone seems to just naturally know how to follow that one.

sjl330 · 08-08-2009, 01:26 PM

Yep I think we're all pros on that diet Buffy. Oreos sound yummy!

Carolyn, it sounds like you're having a great time. Keep walking girl!! We miss your smiling posts around here every day. Hurry home.

liakelly · 08-08-2009, 01:41 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by summergirl

Lia, I am curious about the book, be sure and let us know what you think of it.

I have the email/down loaded book thing, does this other 'real' book add more or is the email one I have pretty much cover all the bases?

Heya, summergirl! I'm definitely anxious to get down to reading "Natural Health & Weight Loss," and to get started with the program.

Try as I might, I've never managed to locate a copy of the "Eat Fat, Get Thin" e-book that used to be available at Dr. Groves' site, although I'd love to have a copy!

If you wouldn't mind and are able to, could you email me a copy of it? (my email addy is plaguemistress @ tampabay.rr.com) If you can send a copy, I'd love to write up and share a little comparison review of both books!

Cheers, take care, and happy Saturday!

TuscanGirl · 08-08-2009, 03:54 PM

Sandy - I know I can do that diet blindfolded!

Buffy - I loved The Proposal!! And no - cute cookies don't count!!

Saw ABBA Gold today - Great sing-a-long!!
Also Born Again Floozies were wonderful! A tap dancer, tuba player, trombone player, electric guitar and some kind of drum thing! They're from Ireland!

CarolynF · 08-09-2009, 03:47 AM

Hi..

Off to the airport this morning..

Nice to see Lia and Summer..I think the book is so much easier to read and has some updated things or other things..

What a riot, MKay. Looks like lots of fun.

Hi to Sandy, Buffy, Cindy (when she returns). My dd was very good for the most part on vacation. She ordered steamed mussels several times. Icky for me, but she loves them.

Catch ya later..I'm sure our kitty will be happy we are home.

TuscanGirl · 08-09-2009, 04:05 AM

Carolyn - we'll all be happy when you're home!

Morning everyone!

CindyCRNA · 08-09-2009, 10:20 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by CarolynF

I've been bad....

You think you've been bad!! Try Southern funeral food!! Fried chicken, collards and ham, corn muffins and Paula Dean's Not Yo Mammas Banana Pudding!!

The funeral of course was awful. The media was there as it was a big deal in this county. Tom's brother has been a family practice doc there for 25 years. He is doc to the Sherriff (sp?) and the Funeral director so many were there. The Sherriff is taking this personally and will work hard to find out who did it.
I am exhausted but glad I went to support Tom. He hates to fly and hasn't flown since 911 so I was a big help in that respect.

TuscanGirl · 08-09-2009, 10:42 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by CindyCRNA

You think you've been bad!! Try Southern funeral food!! Fried chicken, collards and ham, corn muffins and Paula Dean's Not Yo Mammas Banana Pudding!!

The funeral of course was awful. The media was there as it was a big deal in this county. Tom's brother has been a family practice doc there for 25 years. He is doc to the Sheriff and the Funeral director so many were there. The Sheriff is taking this personally and will work hard to find out who did it.
I am exhausted but glad I went to support Tom. He hates to fly and hasn't flown since 911 so I was a big help in that respect.

Cindy - I'm glad you could be there ~ for Tom and for your friends!

Southern funeral food sounds awesome!!

I've eaten Fair Food all weekend - *bloat*

CarolynF · 08-09-2009, 08:01 PM

Hi everyone..

Back home..safe and sound. Beth/Shawn decided to give up their seats to KC and make some money. They each got $400, a free taxi ride from Portland airport to Boston's airport, 2 lunch vouchers and 2 dinner vouchers. What a riot..I think they got home about 4 hours later than planned and went to Boston/Washington, etc..LOL.

Cindy: So glad you were there for Tom..What a tragedy..Keep us posted..Southern food is of the debil for sure..

MK: Fairfood is too.

I am done with carbs this week..I did have bread with my burger and some fries..But, vacation is ovah. Although, I would love to be able to make a lowcarb Indian Pudding.

Catch ya in the morning for my post vacation weigh-in..

CarolynF · 08-10-2009, 04:59 AM

I'm still on Eastern time..LOL..

Well, I was up to 157 this morning..Left the building at 153, so I gained 4 pounds in 8 days. You know, I'm a professional weight gainer..So, that is what happens when a person overcarbs. 1/2 pound a day. Back on track right now.
Back to cooking, too..

Hope everyone is doing okay..

TuscanGirl · 08-10-2009, 05:50 AM

Carolyn - we're all "pro's" at something!

Morning all!

Buffy45 · 08-10-2009, 07:17 AM

Morning!
Carolyn, welcome back. Oh, that is soooo easy to do, I am up 2 lbs just b/c I ate late last night.
Cindy, glad you were there for support but it sounds so sad. Hmm, the food sounds aweome though.
Hi Lia and Summer. Hope you find the book
MK, that looks and sounds like fun. North TX has what they call a state fair, besides the one in Dallas and it starts next week. I hardly ever go, even though it is 10 miles from here b/c in aug. here, it is soooooo hot that you can hardly stand it. Who ever got that started in Aug. is crazzzzzyyyy. The regular state fair in Dallas is in Oct. and there is a reason for that, hello????
Went to a casino yesterday with a friend to play slots, it was slots of fun, hehe.
Office work today!

TuscanGirl · 08-10-2009, 07:19 AM

Hi Buffy!

Our State Fair starts today.
It'll be hot too!

CarolynF · 08-10-2009, 09:50 AM

State Fairs..Iowa had the bestest state fair. Food was incredible and then there is the sculptured butter cow..

Yup, its too hot for a partial state fair..Although, we have the Coffeyville Rodeo this week, but it's at night. Tues is the demolition derby..I'll stay home.

Went to Curves and did the treadmill for 45 minutes. Gosh, I'm tired..What the heck??

summergirl · 08-10-2009, 11:43 AM

HI all,

I also had a rough weekend, everyday was about 90 percent decent...the 10 being a carby no no. This isn't exactly the start I hoped to have, I am down 1.5 since starting.

I started using ****** again and holy freakin cow, no wonder I have not been losing weight. On saturday we were out and about so I just winged it, thought I did pretty good. When I entered everything I was at 2600 cals and about 100 carbs.

Big reality check eh.

annoyed at myself this morning.

CindyCRNA · 08-10-2009, 01:08 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by summergirl

I started using ****** again and holy freakin cow, no wonder I have not been losing weight.

I use ****** every day! I don't see how you could keep track of any WOE without it. Some can but i need the organization

08-08-2009, 08:39 AM	#45
Buffy45 Big Yapper!!!! Join Date: Mar 2001 Location: Lewisville, TX USA Posts: 8,520 Gallery: Buffy45 Stats: Type 2 Diabetic as of 6/1/08 WOE: LC/MP/HF Start Date: Restart 9/3/2012	Morning everyone and welcome to those coming back, joining up, etc. MK, love your new picture, you are glowing! Carolyn, glad you are having a wonderful time and I know it must be beautiful there. DD#2 went to Julia last night and said it was great, I get so mad at our Dallas paper, they gave it a C-. They are so critical of most of the movies I really enjoy, hmmm, what's that mean? My friend wants to go see The Proposal today and we have free tickets that will work for that but not for Julia so we can see Julia later. It must have been oreo week, I picked up a bag of the minis for DGS before he came over this week and found myself snatching a few several times. But, I don't think mini's count do they? They are so little and so cute. The "Don't give a crud" diet seems to be the most popular one in America, not sure why there aren't more books out on it, I guess it is because everyone seems to just naturally know how to follow that one. __________________ Buffy

08-09-2009, 08:01 PM	#53
CarolynF Way too much time on my hands! Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: Kansas Posts: 36,819 Gallery: CarolynF Stats: 195/141/139 WOE: Eat Fat, Get Thin Start Date: January 2001	Hi everyone.. Back home..safe and sound. Beth/Shawn decided to give up their seats to KC and make some money. They each got $400, a free taxi ride from Portland airport to Boston's airport, 2 lunch vouchers and 2 dinner vouchers. What a riot..I think they got home about 4 hours later than planned and went to Boston/Washington, etc..LOL. Cindy: So glad you were there for Tom..What a tragedy..Keep us posted..Southern food is of the debil for sure.. MK: Fairfood is too. I am done with carbs this week..I did have bread with my burger and some fries..But, vacation is ovah. Although, I would love to be able to make a lowcarb Indian Pudding. Catch ya in the morning for my post vacation weigh-in.. __________________ May 1: 141

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08-05-2009, 08:47 PM	#31
TuscanGirl Princess Proofreader Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: In My Happy Place Posts: 36,461 Gallery: TuscanGirl Stats: Sad/Happy/Wow 5' WOE: Something like GL and LC and . . . . Start Date: July 2003	No - no milk. That makes them on plan, right?!

08-05-2009, 09:09 PM	#32
CindyCRNA Always on, slightly off Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Midwest Posts: 5,267 Gallery: CindyCRNA Stats: 152/132/121 Currently 120's lbs, 5'7" 51 years old WOE: 40%/25%/35% (F,P,C 1700 calories/day) Start Date: Raising carbs 1/10	We are leaving early Friday morning for Florida and will return Saturday night as I have to work on Sunday. Airfare isn't cheap when you book 2 days out! I will talk to you all on Sunday. Have a good rest of the week.

08-06-2009, 04:28 AM	#33
TuscanGirl Princess Proofreader Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: In My Happy Place Posts: 36,461 Gallery: TuscanGirl Stats: Sad/Happy/Wow 5' WOE: Something like GL and LC and . . . . Start Date: July 2003	Cindy - You're a good friend to go all that way!! Can't you get a funeral flight price? Morning all! No clue what's up today!

08-06-2009, 06:36 AM	#34
sjl330 Way too much time on my hands! Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: Middle America Posts: 11,751 Gallery: sjl330 Stats: 184/145/140 5'7" WOE: EFGT-Barry Groves Start Date: January 2003	My thoughts and prayers will be with you guys, Cindy.

08-07-2009, 06:09 AM	#35
TuscanGirl Princess Proofreader Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: In My Happy Place Posts: 36,461 Gallery: TuscanGirl Stats: Sad/Happy/Wow 5' WOE: Something like GL and LC and . . . . Start Date: July 2003	Morning! It's a beautiful day!

08-07-2009, 06:58 AM	#36
sjl330 Way too much time on my hands! Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: Middle America Posts: 11,751 Gallery: sjl330 Stats: 184/145/140 5'7" WOE: EFGT-Barry Groves Start Date: January 2003	Yep it is. I got my walk/run in early and it was already 76. Now I'm headed to the shower and I'm going to see Julie & Julia this a.m. with friends.

08-07-2009, 09:03 AM	#37
summergirl Major LCF Poster! Join Date: Jan 2002 Posts: 1,618 Gallery: summergirl Stats: 201/187/??? WOE: LC & calorie counting Start Date: 8/26/10	Hi everyone We ended up going to a baseball game yesterday, so I did as best as I could with food but I did end up having a few drinks but it's not a baseball game without a beer right. I am down 1.5 so far which is great considering. It's friday and the weekends have always been killers for me, gotta keep it together! My thoughts with Cindy as well, funerals are tough. TGIF

08-07-2009, 11:33 AM	#39
sjl330 Way too much time on my hands! Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: Middle America Posts: 11,751 Gallery: sjl330 Stats: 184/145/140 5'7" WOE: EFGT-Barry Groves Start Date: January 2003	The movie was FANTASTIC!!!!! Don't go hungry though. My poor tummy started growling and never stopped, ,lol.

08-07-2009, 11:46 AM	#40
liakelly Junior LCF Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: stranded three million years into deep space on the mining ship Red Dwarf Posts: 8 Gallery: liakelly Stats: 150/150/110 WOE: EFGT/NH&WL Start Date: 8/12/09	I ordered my copy of "Natural Health & Weight Loss" this morning, and it'll be delivered Tuesday! I'm really excited and rarin' to get started--I can't wait to join you all here in your journey and your challenge this audaciously awesome August! Cheers-- Lia

08-07-2009, 12:50 PM	#41
summergirl Major LCF Poster! Join Date: Jan 2002 Posts: 1,618 Gallery: summergirl Stats: 201/187/??? WOE: LC & calorie counting Start Date: 8/26/10	Lia, I am curious about the book, be sure and let us know what you think of it. I have the email/down loaded book thing, does this other 'real' book add more or is the email one I have pretty much cover all the bases?

08-07-2009, 08:51 PM	#42
TuscanGirl Princess Proofreader Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: In My Happy Place Posts: 36,461 Gallery: TuscanGirl Stats: Sad/Happy/Wow 5' WOE: Something like GL and LC and . . . . Start Date: July 2003	The Decatur Celebration has begun! I have eaten waaaaayyyyy too much!! Got to see The Miracles tonight without Smokey Robinson. They weren't bad. Wandered around and people watched. Bizarre "fair" people!! Going shopping there with DD25 and DS20's GF tomorrow. DS20 is going to be in the parade tomorrow. He's dressing up as Gus (the blue fish!!)

08-08-2009, 05:27 AM	#43
CarolynF Way too much time on my hands! Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: Kansas Posts: 36,819 Gallery: CarolynF Stats: 195/141/139 WOE: Eat Fat, Get Thin Start Date: January 2001	Greetings from NH.. It is sooo beautiful here and we have had a great week, weatherwise..They have had lots of rain before we came, we have been really lucky. First of all, prayers to Cindy and her bf's family. My goodness...what a tragedy that is..unbelievable. Nice to see Gord and summergirl.. I've been bad..but have walked alot. It has been nice reconnecting with my brothers and cousins. Another picnic today. Hugs to everyone..Miss you all..

08-08-2009, 06:04 AM	#44
TuscanGirl Princess Proofreader Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: In My Happy Place Posts: 36,461 Gallery: TuscanGirl Stats: Sad/Happy/Wow 5' WOE: Something like GL and LC and . . . . Start Date: July 2003	Carolyn - Sounds wonderful! Enjoy!!

08-08-2009, 01:26 PM	#46
sjl330 Way too much time on my hands! Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: Middle America Posts: 11,751 Gallery: sjl330 Stats: 184/145/140 5'7" WOE: EFGT-Barry Groves Start Date: January 2003	Yep I think we're all pros on that diet Buffy. Oreos sound yummy! Carolyn, it sounds like you're having a great time. Keep walking girl!! We miss your smiling posts around here every day. Hurry home.

08-08-2009, 03:54 PM	#48
TuscanGirl Princess Proofreader Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: In My Happy Place Posts: 36,461 Gallery: TuscanGirl Stats: Sad/Happy/Wow 5' WOE: Something like GL and LC and . . . . Start Date: July 2003	Sandy - I know I can do that diet blindfolded! Buffy - I loved The Proposal!! And no - cute cookies don't count!! Saw ABBA Gold today - Great sing-a-long!! Also Born Again Floozies were wonderful! A tap dancer, tuba player, trombone player, electric guitar and some kind of drum thing! They're from Ireland!

08-09-2009, 03:47 AM	#49
CarolynF Way too much time on my hands! Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: Kansas Posts: 36,819 Gallery: CarolynF Stats: 195/141/139 WOE: Eat Fat, Get Thin Start Date: January 2001	Hi.. Off to the airport this morning.. Nice to see Lia and Summer..I think the book is so much easier to read and has some updated things or other things.. What a riot, MKay. Looks like lots of fun. Hi to Sandy, Buffy, Cindy (when she returns). My dd was very good for the most part on vacation. She ordered steamed mussels several times. Icky for me, but she loves them. Catch ya later..I'm sure our kitty will be happy we are home.

08-09-2009, 04:05 AM	#50
TuscanGirl Princess Proofreader Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: In My Happy Place Posts: 36,461 Gallery: TuscanGirl Stats: Sad/Happy/Wow 5' WOE: Something like GL and LC and . . . . Start Date: July 2003	Carolyn - we'll all be happy when you're home! Morning everyone!

08-10-2009, 04:59 AM	#54
CarolynF Way too much time on my hands! Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: Kansas Posts: 36,819 Gallery: CarolynF Stats: 195/141/139 WOE: Eat Fat, Get Thin Start Date: January 2001	I'm still on Eastern time..LOL.. Well, I was up to 157 this morning..Left the building at 153, so I gained 4 pounds in 8 days. You know, I'm a professional weight gainer..So, that is what happens when a person overcarbs. 1/2 pound a day. Back on track right now. Back to cooking, too.. Hope everyone is doing okay..

08-10-2009, 05:50 AM	#55
TuscanGirl Princess Proofreader Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: In My Happy Place Posts: 36,461 Gallery: TuscanGirl Stats: Sad/Happy/Wow 5' WOE: Something like GL and LC and . . . . Start Date: July 2003	Carolyn - we're all "pro's" at something! Morning all!

08-10-2009, 07:17 AM	#56
Buffy45 Big Yapper!!!! Join Date: Mar 2001 Location: Lewisville, TX USA Posts: 8,520 Gallery: Buffy45 Stats: Type 2 Diabetic as of 6/1/08 WOE: LC/MP/HF Start Date: Restart 9/3/2012	Morning! Carolyn, welcome back. Oh, that is soooo easy to do, I am up 2 lbs just b/c I ate late last night. Cindy, glad you were there for support but it sounds so sad. Hmm, the food sounds aweome though. Hi Lia and Summer. Hope you find the book MK, that looks and sounds like fun. North TX has what they call a state fair, besides the one in Dallas and it starts next week. I hardly ever go, even though it is 10 miles from here b/c in aug. here, it is soooooo hot that you can hardly stand it. Who ever got that started in Aug. is crazzzzzyyyy. The regular state fair in Dallas is in Oct. and there is a reason for that, hello???? Went to a casino yesterday with a friend to play slots, it was slots of fun, hehe. Office work today!

08-10-2009, 07:19 AM	#57
TuscanGirl Princess Proofreader Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: In My Happy Place Posts: 36,461 Gallery: TuscanGirl Stats: Sad/Happy/Wow 5' WOE: Something like GL and LC and . . . . Start Date: July 2003	Hi Buffy! Our State Fair starts today. It'll be hot too!

08-10-2009, 09:50 AM	#58
CarolynF Way too much time on my hands! Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: Kansas Posts: 36,819 Gallery: CarolynF Stats: 195/141/139 WOE: Eat Fat, Get Thin Start Date: January 2001	State Fairs..Iowa had the bestest state fair. Food was incredible and then there is the sculptured butter cow.. Yup, its too hot for a partial state fair..Although, we have the Coffeyville Rodeo this week, but it's at night. Tues is the demolition derby..I'll stay home. Went to Curves and did the treadmill for 45 minutes. Gosh, I'm tired..What the heck??

08-10-2009, 11:43 AM	#59
summergirl Major LCF Poster! Join Date: Jan 2002 Posts: 1,618 Gallery: summergirl Stats: 201/187/??? WOE: LC & calorie counting Start Date: 8/26/10	HI all, I also had a rough weekend, everyday was about 90 percent decent...the 10 being a carby no no. This isn't exactly the start I hoped to have, I am down 1.5 since starting. I started using ****** again and holy freakin cow, no wonder I have not been losing weight. On saturday we were out and about so I just winged it, thought I did pretty good. When I entered everything I was at 2600 cals and about 100 carbs. Big reality check eh. annoyed at myself this morning.