P2 Simeon's Protocol Week of 7/2

[Berta48]

Originally Posted by julieboolie

That would be such a blessing!! I so hope that's the case. Get your rest in the meantime and don't overdo it!!


Sounds like it's a good thing he took the initiative there!! Most likely a blessing in disguise. Once you adjust to the new situation I suspect you'll feel a great deal of relief and peace. And w. all this new weight loss you'll look even better and feel even more confident "out there". You're a beautiful girl and this time where you're following hcg and taking control of your diet and choices is a good time to celebrate your independence. Enjoy your freedom and take some time for you!



I'm sorry for the cheat. We all sympathize w. the temptation. You can get right back on track and be strong. The weight setback is painful and will take a while to recover, but it can be done.

Berta- I'm glad you're back on track and owning your choices at the BBQ. You know yourself well and are doing great. You've got a great perspective on the big picture. It's not a sprint but a marathon. Keep fighting the good fight.
That said, I have to say that I don't agree w. you about cheating. I hope this doesn't offend you, I mean no offense. I have done several rounds 100% on plan. No cheating. It can definitely be done, and many of us do it that way. I've been reading Weight Loss Apocalypse and she makes many good points on the hormonal impact cheating on hcg has. Made me really rethink "cheats" and what could happen from it. I think her perspective on the hormonal and brain impact of hcg while following this plan is very intriguing. It makes me commit fully to the plan. It's a short time and even w. lots of temptation around me, my fear of messing myself up further by not sticking to it, keeps me committed. I just wanted to make sure we all know it CAN and SHOULD be followed 100% correctly. It's not to say the round is wasted or we're failures if we cheat. We're human. It's just to say that it can and should be done cleanly. It gives us the best losses and success at maintenance down the road.

Star-great losses!!

Mommy-I think the PI is when you're unable to stick to the protocol for the 40 days, and after 21 you stop dosing, transition to P3 for whatever social or interruption thing you have, then w.i 14 days transition back to P2 (w. dosing). You don't need to load for that period of time. That's my understanding. Many people have tried "cycling" too, which is doing a round of P2, doing 3 weeks (give of take) and then transitioning back to P2 w.o doing the recommended 3 weeks P3 + 3 wks of P4. There have been mixed reviews of the results of this. I tried "cycling" once myself. It was awful and I did't lose anything further. I was hungry, and miserable. That P3 (when I finally gave up the resumed P2) was a tough one and I regretted that wasted time. No real loss from it either. . I haven't done an interruption though. So, from my experience, I'd just do as long a round as you can stand, then do the stabilization phases as recommended. That break between rounds is as important as the losing phase is.

Hope you're all having a good weekend. I find it the hardest time w. my family looking for entertainment by dining out too much . It's tricky, but we can do it!! Stay strong and keep plugging away. This is a temporary sacrifice for all of us. "I can have that later" is a phrase that really helps me keep going.

Julie
Not offened in anyway.It is hard for me to imagine someone never going off protocol ever.
I mean not even with creamer in coffee or a bite of this or that. If you do then you have ALOT more wil power than me! I am happy for you if you can.

We should not cheat on protocol. But for me I did it the 4th knowingly.And for otheres that do have a bad day it isn't the end of the world by any means.It will still come off and it isn't a race(it does set us back though for several days or even weeks for some).So anyway I wish you the best.And we will all make our goal one day!

[Arctic_Mama]

Originally Posted by dawnyama

YOu can do this Taryl For me, I am stunned but thrilled that I am "in the zone". I resisted the Dunkin Donuts that my kids wanted yesterday (had a coffee and bought some coffee for at home instead ) and was rewarded today by being down. I would have loved to have even a bite of donut or spoonful of ice cream, but I didn't and my DH helped. I am so glad I have gotten into the right frame of mind. It is a bout time I am so tired of the re-dos I have been doing.

I really do wish you the best this next week. Hope that you find out soon enough if you are pregnant because it really could be the source of your difficult round this time around. Crazy cravings you have been having lately

I am SO thrilled to hear your P2 is going well, I hate watching you struggle with a millions rough rounds and that this one has you in low weight territory (I like watching your profile counts finally move ) AND you're not constantly fighting yourself is awesome. You go girl!

[llanx]

Hi, everyone. Have been MIA for a while, went for a road trip.
Wow, looks like I missed a lot of actions, still catching up with all of the postings.
With a lot of deadlines coming up at work I just felt drained completely. It felt good to get away at least for several days.
I tried to eat clean while on the road, ordering grilled chicken/shrimp salad (w/o dressing) pretty much all of the time. But I guess I either overdid on the protein or there were hidden oils, so I am up 1.6 lb so far . So back to clean eating again.

[Arctic_Mama]

Berta, it can definitely be done and isn't even that hard! But to do it, one has to decide that all non-protocol food is completely off limits, just like if they had a severe allergy to it. That's how I have done it. And even this round, with all my cravings, I have bent the rules on what is called a vitamin supplement (nori is a stretch, but not by much), added in a few calorie free items items like walden farms dressing and sf syrup, or had a nibble of a normal white bread in place of a grissini when I couldn't get it otherwise - but those are more substitutions than cheats. As hard as it is, especially on a round where I am having intense cravings, it is worse to spend so much effort on something like that and then chop my own leg off with my sabotage, you know? I don't ever want to have to retread weight ground and have spent my time losing and maintaining in a specific quest to never have to relose the same pounds and for the most part have been very successful. But I have to be completely no-nonsense with myself and not allow my focus to slip at all, or I can't do it.

I came up with a solution to eating at the barbecue next weekend, for example. I can't have the food on protocol, so I will take some home and freeze it to eat in P3 and P4. Then I feel the mental satisfaction of knowing I am not 'missing out' on a great that is rare but moving it to a better time, and won't feel so crazy/deprived at the barbecue because I'm not completely left out. It's creative tricks like that or mental dialog about what my goals are and how my choices help me achieve them (or prevent me from getting there) that keeps me on plan even when I am fighting tooth and nail. It can be done, but you must dedicate yourself completely to that end - no quitting, no losing focus, for the duration of P2. Thank goodness it is a short time, right?

I chose in one previous round to have a semi-cheat meal of protocol-ish restaurant foods. I lost a week of weight loss for it. Not worth it! But I thought it was at the time and had to experience for myself and decide that it wasn't. That experience was really valuable in keeping me focused in subsequent rounds. Maybe this will be like that for you?

And as for no cream in coffee - P2 is the best time to drink tea! A tbsp of milk in chai tea or black tea goes a lot further than in coffee. It is actually quite pleasant

[Arctic_Mama]

Originally Posted by llanx

Hi, everyone. Have been MIA for a while, went for a road trip.
Wow, looks like I missed a lot of actions, still catching up with all of the postings.
With a lot of deadlines coming up at work I just felt drained completely. It felt good to get away at least for several days.
I tried to eat clean while on the road, ordering grilled chicken/shrimp salad (w/o dressing) pretty much all of the time. But I guess I either overdid on the protein or there were hidden oils, so I am up 1.6 lb so far . So back to clean eating again.

Unfortunately unless you ask them to sauté it in only water there are almost always marinades and oils on restaurant protein. But you did the best you can and will be back down soon enough. Just keep at it and the scale will move down in time.

[Chouter]

Hi, everyone! I am going to jump in here as I am on my second load day and thought I'd make myself accountable here. I have done several rounds of hhcg, and managed to loose nearly 45 lbs. I started my rounds almost exactly two years ago. In the first year, I did really well with maintenance. This life got in the way - sold a house, bought another, moved, kid off to college, back home again, two others in high school, and well, I've put back on about half of what I lost.

One thing I didn't do was any correction days or more rounds, even though I knew I was gaining. The reason for this was due to my last round, my hair started falling out. I lost a bunch of it, and I wanted to give myself plenty of time to recover before starting up again. All is well now, and I think I can get back into my goal range in one round, if I do it really, really by the book. I hope I can keep my head in the game!

So, tomorrow will be my first VLCD in a long time. Can't say I am looking forward to it, but I am excited to step on the scale each day.

Here's to success!

[Berta48]

Originally Posted by Arctic_Mama

Berta, it can definitely be done and isn't even that hard! But to do it, one has to decide that all non-protocol food is completely off limits, just like if they had a severe allergy to it. That's how I have done it. And even this round, with all my cravings, I have bent the rules on what is called a vitamin supplement (nori is a stretch, but not by much), added in a few calorie free items items like walden farms dressing and sf syrup, or had a nibble of a normal white bread in place of a grissini when I couldn't get it otherwise - but those are more substitutions than cheats. As hard as it is, especially on a round where I am having intense cravings, it is worse to spend so much effort on something like that and then chop my own leg off with my sabotage, you know? I don't ever want to have to retread weight ground and have spent my time losing and maintaining in a specific quest to never have to relose the same pounds and for the most part have been very successful. But I have to be completely no-nonsense with myself and not allow my focus to slip at all, or I can't do it.

I came up with a solution to eating at the barbecue next weekend, for example. I can't have the food on protocol, so I will take some home and freeze it to eat in P3 and P4. Then I feel the mental satisfaction of knowing I am not 'missing out' on a great that is rare but moving it to a better time, and won't feel so crazy/deprived at the barbecue because I'm not completely left out. It's creative tricks like that or mental dialog about what my goals are and how my choices help me achieve them (or prevent me from getting there) that keeps me on plan even when I am fighting tooth and nail. It can be done, but you must dedicate yourself completely to that end - no quitting, no losing focus, for the duration of P2. Thank goodness it is a short time, right?

I chose in one previous round to have a semi-cheat meal of protocol-ish restaurant foods. I lost a week of weight loss for it. Not worth it! But I thought it was at the time and had to experience for myself and decide that it wasn't. That experience was really valuable in keeping me focused in subsequent rounds. Maybe this will be like that for you?

And as for no cream in coffee - P2 is the best time to drink tea! A tbsp of milk in chai tea or black tea goes a lot further than in coffee. It is actually quite pleasant

Taryl that is what I am talking about when I say never go off prtocol. If it isn't on then it's off.I have not went off anytime other than the 4th. I do drink tea on PH2 & Crystal light. I don't cheat normally but I did the 4th. But its over and I've lost 2 of the 4 and still a week to go on VLC .

I have a question about this post... Because we had talked and I thought you said a planned interuption was ok.That is why I planned it from the
13-20th. So are you saying it would be best to go ahead with the PH3 when I get home on the 20th? Or continue PH2 and finish out the HCG vial.I just mixed it on Thursday.

HERE IS THE POST!....
Onto you - do NOT do a planned interruption, I find they do more harm than good and most gals have an impossible time getting back on the VLCD after the break. Major mental struggles, if nothing else. They are, after twenty days on plan, taking 72 hours to transition off your VLCD and eating P3-style for a few days, until some event is over, before transitioning back onto the VLCD for the remainder of the round to lose more weight (but still not exceeding 40 days on P2). Given that planned interruptions occur when one has already done the minimum days on the protocol, it is almost always better just to call it a shorter round and do maintenance for awhile than try to go back on the VLCD for a few weeks. I wouldn't bother.

[Berta48]

Originally Posted by Chouter

Hi, everyone! I am going to jump in here as I am on my second load day and thought I'd make myself accountable here. I have done several rounds of hhcg, and managed to loose nearly 45 lbs. I started my rounds almost exactly two years ago. In the first year, I did really well with maintenance. This life got in the way - sold a house, bought another, moved, kid off to college, back home again, two others in high school, and well, I've put back on about half of what I lost.

One thing I didn't do was any correction days or more rounds, even though I knew I was gaining. The reason for this was due to my last round, my hair started falling out. I lost a bunch of it, and I wanted to give myself plenty of time to recover before starting up again. All is well now, and I think I can get back into my goal range in one round, if I do it really, really by the book. I hope I can keep my head in the game!

So, tomorrow will be my first VLCD in a long time. Can't say I am looking forward to it, but I am excited to step on the scale each day.

Here's to success!

[dbunny]

Hey all~ P2D2 and down 5 pounds.. Yippee! I love the first week! I do gain like crazy during loading, so even if it is water, the psychological boost is what I love about it.

Keep up the good work, all!

[dawnyama]

Originally Posted by Chouter

Hi, everyone! I am going to jump in here as I am on my second load day and thought I'd make myself accountable here. I have done several rounds of hhcg, and managed to loose nearly 45 lbs. I started my rounds almost exactly two years ago. In the first year, I did really well with maintenance. This life got in the way - sold a house, bought another, moved, kid off to college, back home again, two others in high school, and well, I've put back on about half of what I lost.

One thing I didn't do was any correction days or more rounds, even though I knew I was gaining. The reason for this was due to my last round, my hair started falling out. I lost a bunch of it, and I wanted to give myself plenty of time to recover before starting up again. All is well now, and I think I can get back into my goal range in one round, if I do it really, really by the book. I hope I can keep my head in the game!

So, tomorrow will be my first VLCD in a long time. Can't say I am looking forward to it, but I am excited to step on the scale each day.

Here's to success!

Yeah, Chouter is back I was just going over some old threads and have even bumped up a few and saw your pretty face. Was wondering what happened to you. Nice to be on another round with you!!! Best of luck!! I know what you mean about P2. I hate the food, but love the results. DH was just looking at my apple and said "is that dinner? My poor honey" But it is what gets the weight off.

[dawnyama]

Originally Posted by dbunny

Hey all~ P2D2 and down 5 pounds.. Yippee! I love the first week! I do gain like crazy during loading, so even if it is water, the psychological boost is what I love about it.

Keep up the good work, all!

WooHoo

[Star73]

Thanks again everyone!!

Welcome Chouter!!! I saw your pic and thought it was me! no lie! We look a lot alike! Right now, my cheeks are fat though. Maybe when I lose 20 pounds I'll have more definition in my face. I'm hoping to lose 80 pounds total though

Hang in there everyone! I'm really excited about the weight loss. I was down at my sister's house today making arrangements for my niece's baby shower and she invited me to stay for enchiladas I was a good girl and didn't I'll be happy about that when the scale moves down again

[Arctic_Mama]

Originally Posted by Berta48

Taryl that is what I am talking about when I say never go off prtocol. If it isn't on then it's off.I have not went off anytime other than the 4th. I do drink tea on PH2 & Crystal light. I don't cheat normally but I did the 4th. But its over and I've lost 2 of the 4 and still a week to go on VLC .

. You're absolutely right - no use crying over spilled milk, but I speak from personal experience that going off, even when it seems worth it, just isn't. And if you lose the weight quickly and stabilize well then all is well!

I have a question about this post... Because we had talked and I thought you said a planned interuption was ok.That is why I planned it from the
13-20th. So are you saying it would be best to go ahead with the PH3 when I get home on the 20th? Or continue PH2 and finish out the HCG vial.I just mixed it on Thursday.

I can't remember the specifics - how far into the round are you right now? I generally do advise against planned interruptions but since you just mixed a fresh vial and wanted to do more days on round to use it up I definitely understand. It int impossible to do a planned interruption physically, they DO work. It is mentally that the roadblocks come in.

The one to ask on this would be Shirley, she has recent experience with a planned interruption (blogged all about it) and the ups and downs of it. She may be able to give you specific answers. My personal intention is to avoid them at all costs, even if it means skipping events or delaying rounds around the interruption (like I did two weeks ago - putting off round three until family was gone).

I didn't mean to confuse you, sorry!

Answers aren't always so straightforward. We just do the best we can with our scheduling and choices. Since you didn't want to delay P2 until after the trip the decision to go in the middle of the round was your only other choice, and starting up again after is probably the best use of your hCG. But again, more details might help - what day are you on and what day will you be on when leaving?

[dawnyama]

I just bumped up a lot of old threads I found and thought should be shared again . Lots of info in those old posts. And remember that if you have a question about the plan--any part of the plan it was probably asked once before. You will get lots of points of views by searching this forum, from those that have done this before. I had a great time looking at old posts, seeing old familiar faces and reading what I have done in past rounds. It was so much fun!

[manders]

Thanks for the support everyone, I really appreciate it.

Last night was pretty rough. The breakup didn't really hit me until like 11pm and I just cried all night. I was pretty exhausted this morning. I went to the mall and happened to be in a store where they had almost a replica of my engagement ring I had picked out but never got, so I bought it and am wearing it on my right hand. It probably sounds highly unhealthy and completely insane but I just felt like maybe that would soften the blow since I was a little sad that I never got it LOL

On the plus side, I'm down to 187.4 which is the lowest I've been, despite totally going off plan last night. Perhaps I cried out .6 of a pound of tears. I wouldn't be surprised. haha

[Star73]

Originally Posted by manders

Thanks for the support everyone, I really appreciate it.

Last night was pretty rough. The breakup didn't really hit me until like 11pm and I just cried all night. I was pretty exhausted this morning. I went to the mall and happened to be in a store where they had almost a replica of my engagement ring I had picked out but never got, so I bought it and am wearing it on my right hand. It probably sounds highly unhealthy and completely insane but I just felt like maybe that would soften the blow since I was a little sad that I never got it LOL

On the plus side, I'm down to 187.4 which is the lowest I've been, despite totally going off plan last night. Perhaps I cried out .6 of a pound of tears. I wouldn't be surprised. haha

I know it's hard. It will be hard for a while. Just remember that food won't fix your problems. You're doing so great, so keep that up! I wish someone had told me that when I emotionally ate sometimes. You are strong and have done so well!

Yay for the ring!!! Good for you!

[Berta48]

Originally Posted by Arctic_Mama

. You're absolutely right - no use crying over spilled milk, but I speak from personal experience that going off, even when it seems worth it, just isn't. And if you lose the weight quickly and stabilize well then all is well!



I can't remember the specifics - how far into the round are you right now? I generally do advise against planned interruptions but since you just mixed a fresh vial and wanted to do more days on round to use it up I definitely understand. It int impossible to do a planned interruption physically, they DO work. It is mentally that the roadblocks come in.

The one to ask on this would be Shirley, she has recent experience with a planned interruption (blogged all about it) and the ups and downs of it. She may be able to give you specific answers. My personal intention is to avoid them at all costs, even if it means skipping events or delaying rounds around the interruption (like I did two weeks ago - putting off round three until family was gone).

I didn't mean to confuse you, sorry!

Answers aren't always so straightforward. We just do the best we can with our scheduling and choices. Since you didn't want to delay P2 until after the trip the decision to go in the middle of the round was your only other choice, and starting up again after is probably the best use of your hCG. But again, more details might help - what day are you on and what day will you be on when leaving?

Tomorrow is day 23. I will be gone from the 13th -20th. I was planning on going back to PH2 when I got home. But maybe it would be best to finish out PH3 for the full three weeks?
As you well know I am easily confused so no need to apologize. I appreciate your help.

Originally Posted by manders

Thanks for the support everyone, I really appreciate it.

Last night was pretty rough. The breakup didn't really hit me until like 11pm and I just cried all night. I was pretty exhausted this morning. I went to the mall and happened to be in a store where they had almost a replica of my engagement ring I had picked out but never got, so I bought it and am wearing it on my right hand. It probably sounds highly unhealthy and completely insane but I just felt like maybe that would soften the blow since I was a little sad that I never got it LOL

On the plus side, I'm down to 187.4 which is the lowest I've been, despite totally going off plan last night. Perhaps I cried out .6 of a pound of tears. I wouldn't be surprised. haha

AWWWWW I am so sorry.But honey I speak from experience... it is better to find out now than later and end up getting divorced.
There is the right one out there somewhere. Just take care of yourself and get well. Not much help but we are here for you and we do care

[manders]

Thanks ladies. My life hasn't really changed much, since he doesn't live here. It's more just the loss of my dreams for us.

That sounds REALLY dramatic. It's not that bad LOL I'm just trying to focus on eating right and taking care of myself.

[HappyChick]

Originally Posted by Arctic_Mama

Great losses! Yay!

Did to have a potty break before weighing? That can sometimes make a big difference with me

No- that's one of the reasons I was so surprised.. and coincidentally enough.. it WAS my weight in the morning.

Busy day today- looks like I have a lot of catch-up reading to do!

[julieboolie]

Manders-I get that. Sometimes our dreams are better than the real thing. Keep dreaming, and be picky!!! Glad you're down on the scale.

Berta-we all get confused. I went back and forth about doing another round for a while. Totally normal! You'll make the best decision when the time is right.

Dawn- at the old threads. Good stuff!

Chouter-good to see you. I'm redoing a round too. It's good to see it still works. Atkins didnt work well for me in reloading. But, with enough time btw rounds, hug still seems effective.

Dbunny- that's a great first day drop! Wtg! That 3rd loading day worked out great!

Vlcd3 done . I broke my beef cabbage soup portion into 2, lunch and dinner. It seemed really big to me? I measured it, but I guess the broth and cabbage make it seem like more. I counted the servings to make sure there were 5 out of the 1.2 lbs of GB. I guess that's pretty low on the calories for today. Hope it works!

[HappyChick]

Originally Posted by manders

Thanks ladies. My life hasn't really changed much, since he doesn't live here. It's more just the loss of my dreams for us.

That sounds REALLY dramatic. It's not that bad LOL I'm just trying to focus on eating right and taking care of myself.

You'll be back in the saddle soon... and looking like a million bucks!! You're way too beautiful cry.. hang n there!

[christyb]

Dawn - thanks for bumping those threads. I'm enjoying reading them!

[Chouter]

Originally Posted by dawnyama

Yeah, Chouter is back I was just going over some old threads and have even bumped up a few and saw your pretty face. Was wondering what happened to you. Nice to be on another round with you!!! Best of luck!! I know what you mean about P2. I hate the food, but love the results. DH was just looking at my apple and said "is that dinner? My poor honey" But it is what gets the weight off.

Dawny!! It was your bumping up of our old holiday thread that prompted me to get in here and post. I've been meaning to since I decided to do another round, but when I got the notice you'd commented on that thread (the only one I still subscribe to!) I made my move to post in here. Thanks for the prompt!

Are you still with SBUX? Is Peggy still posting? I have so much catching up to do!! Thanks for the warm welcome. Other than the gaining weight part, it's good to be back.

[Chouter]

Originally Posted by Star73

Thanks again everyone!!

Welcome Chouter!!! I saw your pic and thought it was me! no lie! We look a lot alike! Right now, my cheeks are fat though. Maybe when I lose 20 pounds I'll have more definition in my face. I'm hoping to lose 80 pounds total though

Hang in there everyone! I'm really excited about the weight loss. I was down at my sister's house today making arrangements for my niece's baby shower and she invited me to stay for enchiladas I was a good girl and didn't I'll be happy about that when the scale moves down again

Thanks for the welcome, Star. I'm happy to know I have a twin on here. When you're ready, post a picture!!

[Chouter]

Originally Posted by julieboolie

Manders-I get that. Sometimes our dreams are better than the real thing. Keep dreaming, and be picky!!! Glad you're down on the scale.

Berta-we all get confused. I went back and forth about doing another round for a while. Totally normal! You'll make the best decision when the time is right.

Dawn- at the old threads. Good stuff!

Chouter-good to see you. I'm redoing a round too. It's good to see it still works. Atkins didnt work well for me in reloading. But, with enough time btw rounds, hug still seems effective.

Dbunny- that's a great first day drop! Wtg! That 3rd loading day worked out great!

Vlcd3 done . I broke my beef cabbage soup portion into 2, lunch and dinner. It seemed really big to me? I measured it, but I guess the broth and cabbage make it seem like more. I counted the servings to make sure there were 5 out of the 1.2 lbs of GB. I guess that's pretty low on the calories for today. Hope it works!

Julie, good to see you on here, too! Yeah, I hate that I am here doing it again, but at least we have this to fall back on when all else fails. I did pretty good for a long time, and I have gone paleo. It just makes me feel better. The biggest changes I've made is in the quality of my food. No frankenfoods, bad oils, etc. etc. I love it. Once I finish my round, I will move into a Whole 30 rather than P3. Eager to see how that works for me.

So yeah - let's do this!!

[manders]

Originally Posted by HappyChick

You'll be back in the saddle soon... and looking like a million bucks!! You're way too beautiful cry.. hang n there!

Well thank you. It's very weird, I have one client at work who referred her best friend to me, and so they both showed up for the latter client's appt yesterday and totally ganged up on me, telling me how I need to find a real man and ditch my bf. And then literally not 2 hours later, he broke up with me. Super weird. I know it's all working out like it's supposed to, but it's still hard. It doesn't help that I really don't have a lot of girlfriends to hang out with, and I work alone. So even though I'm really not any more alone than before since he lives in Michigan, I feel more alone since I don't have anyone to do anything with. I went and saw a movie alone today though, and I do that a lot.

I'm done whining though lol I think I ate a bit much protein today, but it's still my TOM and I felt kinda weak after walking around the mall. I caved and had one diet pepsi at the movie, but I have noticed that the scale has been continually dropping since I cut out soda, so I'll stick with it.

It's probably not exactly on protocol, but franks red hot sauce is okay, right?

[dawnyama]

Originally Posted by Chouter

Dawny!! It was your bumping up of our old holiday thread that prompted me to get in here and post. I've been meaning to since I decided to do another round, but when I got the notice you'd commented on that thread (the only one I still subscribe to!) I made my move to post in here. Thanks for the prompt!

Are you still with SBUX? Is Peggy still posting? I have so much catching up to do!! Thanks for the warm welcome. Other than the gaining weight part, it's good to be back.

about the gaining weight part. It happens to us all why do you think I am here So glad you decided to hop back in here. I still tell people of you doing P2 in a hotel room eating canned asparagus after flying from one coast to the next you are such an inspiration. Did your DD do well at Princeton (that is where she went, right?)? I remember it was somewhere in NJ. I hope she loved it!!

I am now at Chick Fil A. I know, I know why do I do this to myself Temptation all around me and it sucks. But I can do this!!! My schedule is actually pretty easy to avoid the pitfalls. I work breakfast and leave at 11AM so I don't feel like I HAVE to have lunch. I have not seen Peggy in forever. She doesn't post anymore and I don't blame her for all she has gone through. I hope she is doing well though!! She was also a great inspriation!!

Let me alert you to this thread though:

http://www.lowcarbfriends.com/bbs/be...husband-3.html

Debbie was a great inspiration and still is on this board. She needs our support and love right now I am hoping everything turns out well

[mommy2boysaz]

Originally Posted by Arctic_Mama

Onto you - do NOT do a planned interruption, I find they do more harm than good and most gals have an impossible time getting back on the VLCD after the break. Major mental struggles, if nothing else. They are, after twenty days on plan, taking 72 hours to transition off your VLCD and eating P3-style for a few days, until some event is over, before transitioning back onto the VLCD for the remainder of the round to lose more weight (but still not exceeding 40 days on P2). Given that planned interruptions occur when one has already done the minimum days on the protocol, it is almost always better just to call it a shorter round and do maintenance for awhile than try to go back on the VLCD for a few weeks. I wouldn't bother. Just try to stay on plan and then transition off when your desired weight or number of days have passed and don't mess with the dietary phases. A clean P2 and P3, by the book, are going to benefit you a lot more

I'm thinking this may have already happened to me after so many days off plan this week... You are right, I can't seem to get back on track! It was really fairly easy the first week (after the initial day or two of feeling weak), but although I had every intention of being by the book yesterday, I was so ravenous by dinner time last night that I couldn't stand it! I ate over what I should've AGAIN. I'm thinking of just chalking this up to a lesson learned and going right into P3. I did lose 8 pounds, which I've maintained this week, and I don't want to undo that!

Thoughts?


And Taryl, good luck with your possible baby-to-be! I hope you get the news you wish for. Believe me, I know about those "unexpectedly timed" babies.

[dawnyama]

I posted this above, but really want you all to know. Debbie and her family needs our prayers. She has been an integral part of this hcg forum for a long time now. Please keep her family in your thoughts and prayers today. Again, the link to what happened (I know there isn't much information, but hopefully we will find something out soon)

http://www.lowcarbfriends.com/bbs/be...husband-3.html

[Chouter]

Originally Posted by dawnyama

about the gaining weight part. It happens to us all why do you think I am here So glad you decided to hop back in here. I still tell people of you doing P2 in a hotel room eating canned asparagus after flying from one coast to the next you are such an inspiration. Did your DD do well at Princeton (that is where she went, right?)? I remember it was somewhere in NJ. I hope she loved it!!

I am now at Chick Fil A. I know, I know why do I do this to myself Temptation all around me and it sucks. But I can do this!!! My schedule is actually pretty easy to avoid the pitfalls. I work breakfast and leave at 11AM so I don't feel like I HAVE to have lunch. I have not seen Peggy in forever. She doesn't post anymore and I don't blame her for all she has gone through. I hope she is doing well though!! She was also a great inspriation!!

Let me alert you to this thread though:

http://www.lowcarbfriends.com/bbs/be...husband-3.html

Debbie was a great inspiration and still is on this board. She needs our support and love right now I am hoping everything turns out well

That round of P2 when I spent a week in a hotel room in New Jersey was my first, and still my best round ever. I was totally in the zone! Sometimes I look back on that week and think how pathetic I felt. But hey, it worked! That weight I lost on my first round I have kept off to this day. It's all the other rounds I've gained back. So clearly I need to follow protocol and do it right this time!

My daughter was at Rutgers, and she had a very successful year. She decided, however, that she is not really an East Coast gal, so she came home and took a year off. Next month she will move again, this time to Bellingham, WA to attend Western Washington University. So I get to move her once again. Thank goodness she is closer to home this time, only a couple of hours away. She is in a house with 3 of her high school friends. Just a better situation all around.

How is your daughter? Life with T1 diabetes? I know that was tough for you when you found out, how have you both been dealing with it? I do hope she is well.

Do you miss SBUX? I still do, and I left in 2009. I am now a medical receptionist, and I love it. Way better money, and not as hard on my body. SBUX was tough on me, especially having to open and be on my feet all day long.

Thanks for the link about Debbie. I hope everything works out. Seems like this just happened yesterday?