Wendy Chant Code Crackers Week of November 10, 2008

[alwaysdancing]

hi everyone.

Welcome JMN

Congrats on which ever house you get Alissa.

Tam here is another hug, your aunt and uncle are together again, they are happy.

I was told when you are in chat rooms cap letters mean you are screaming and boy was this muffin incident a good example. Leesa I think if you get a new keyboard that should take care of it. A friend might have an old one. I have a great one that is being wasted, wish you lived close.

I have not tried these muffins but enjoy how much you all do.

Jackie I cook turkey that is ground up into either patties or for tacos. I add lots of seasoning but they still have a bland taste, give me a simple idea that would travel well to work with me. you are our official chef!

working on clearing clutter around my house, what with holidays coming up and will be adding new clutter so I'll check in later.

Like the new signatures with the muffin answer, what's another common question we could put the answer to in it.

of course the " go bury your scale" could be one.

[kelley17]

Originally Posted by tamjlm

My Muffin needs 2 minutes!!!! It'll be a wet mess after one!




Couldn't have said it better! By the time Thanksgiving comes his eating will be so under control that he will have the best holiday ever, and enjoy the feast much more! The voice of experience talking here....

Great minds Tam.

I'm so sorry for your loss and your emotional troubles. WoW, I agree with you I think his soul did know and your Aunt called to him. I hope they are together now and at peace, but you are right it is so sad for the ones left behind.

[jkvetter]

Originally Posted by free to be me

Dear Ladies,

My realtor called me, the other party "The Seller" has agreed to "re-consider" my price. My realtor asked me to change the inspection clause to read 5 days with a close on Nov 28 and to change the price back...initial the changes, sign and send it back!!

I will know at about noon tomorrow as we have an appointment to see house #2 at 1, which will not be necessary if the sellers fax back their acceptance by noon

WOW. I am so excited Where is the little yellow face doing the "shopping cart" happy dance??

Life is beautiful

Happy day, night, morning...where ever your time zone has your lovely souls

I am forever and eternally gratefully His! Thank you Jesus!

Your blissfully and happy friend,

Alissa

Alissa: How totally awesome for you! I somehow just knew it would work out!

Originally Posted by kelley17

No picture needed, I just drooled over your chicken cutlets recipe.
Yummy.

Did you see my chicken cutlets with wheat germ? They are pretty good and a good substitution when you want fried chicken. You know not quite the same but hits the spot kind of thing.

I have to go look at that recipe. I am always looking for new chicken recipes.

Originally Posted by kelliebel

check out my new stats
I decided that when I am out of the 40s I will only post inches and I will put my scale in my guest bath!!!

I credit all of you for helping me! I just love reading about all of you and how you are doing it inspires me, and I have learned so much!!

off to do Callanetics Evolution and then I will do my 3 mile run after lunch!!

A hug for all my Cracker friends!!

back to ya! That's amazing kelliebel! KUTGW!!!

Originally Posted by LPARISH

DEDE, KELLEY, AND EVERYONE ONE THAT WAS ON YESTERDAY I WANT TO SAY THAT I AM SOOO SORRY FOR ACTING THE WAY I DID. I CERTAINLY DO NOT WANT TO MAKE ENEMIES HERE. I LOVE THIS THREAD AND AM ON HERE EVERY DAY. I AM CARB DEPLETING THIS WEEK AND I AM REALLY HUNGRY AND THAT MAKES ME REALLY CRABBY. I KNOW THIS IS NOT AN EXCUSE BUT MAYBE A REASON BECAUSE I AM NOT LIKE THIS GENERALLY. THIS IS LEESA AND I APPROVE THIS MESSAGE LOL- FRIENDS AGAIN?

Food is a very powerful drug and can cause us to act in ways we wouldn't dream of acting, but on this board, everyone gets that, so my friend, you are in good company here! No offense taken!

Originally Posted by jmn0301

Hi everyone,

I have been reading your post for the past week and they have been very inspiring. I started Cycle 1 this past Monday (11/10). Although I had a really bad headache for the first three days I have stuck to the program, and I'm happy to report today I'm really feeling great! I guess the "shift" is happening.

Anyway, thought I'd post and hopefully get to know all of you. Again thanks for getting me through these last few days! I can't wait to report on 11/17 my week 1 results.

jmn0301

Originally Posted by cynthialynn

Hi all,

I've been very busy at work - so I haven't taken the time to post - but I do read ALL your posts!
Congrats to all of you on your success!
I am happy to report that as I near the end of 2 complete cycles I have now lost a total of 27.6 lbs. I just can't believe it!
This is the easiest plan ever!
Keep up the good work everyone! -Cynthia

Cynthia, way to go! I can't wait. I just know that this way is the way to get control!

[bballgirl00]

Hey Guyz-

Is there anything we can substitute for cottage cheese during Week 1, 2, or 3...its making me nauseous just looking at it????

[kelley17]

Originally Posted by sarab118

Vladis you crack me up. Sienna is my granddaughter. That is her when she went with Sarena to Gettysburg on vacation, in her prairie bonnet. Sarena is my only child.

Sometimes Sienna is up early and I have to share my breakfast with her, i.e. oatmeal or eggs. It has crossed my mind that I will be hungry earlier because I did not get a full serving of my meal. But she is so cute that I don't mind.


Alissa how exciting about the house. I hope you have been packing?

Kelley glad Carli is better.


Congratulations to all the successes on the board with inch and weight loss.


Sara

I love the name Sienna! My baby girl Emerson shares my breakfast often too. Love the 1 - 3 year age! So much fun to watch them get so excited about the world around them. Emerson gasps daily at her discoveries. I love experiencing the world again through a baby's eyes.

[kelley17]

Originally Posted by lanimac

Kelley, you are a queen!! I have personally enjoyed the lack of drama and the wealth of warmth humor and support. I made my way thru quitting smoking with an internet support group, and we could be a grouchy, easily offended bunch!!
(and only imagine real life AA meetings! I pick my meetings very specifically for Lack of Drama, its not God's way IMHO)

Thank you Lani. Want everyone, happy, healthy, and lean!

I've lurked in some of the other threads and people can be down right mean to each other and I don't want people to think I'm being mean. Honest, if I hurt anyone's feelings it is not intentional and let me know so I won't do it again. Don't want to lose anyone for a miscommunication/understanding

[jkvetter]

Originally Posted by alwaysdancing

Jackie I cook turkey that is ground up into either patties or for tacos. I add lots of seasoning but they still have a bland taste, give me a simple idea that would travel well to work with me. you are our official chef!

I love that role! Well, do you add any seasonings? How about when you want it to be for tacos, while you are browning the turkey, add some cumin, chili powder (or chipotle chili powder which I absolutely love). Once the meat is browned, add about 1/4 - 1/2 cup water and let it cook down. This will help enhance the flavors. This will give it that taco flavor you want. As for the patties, there are many things I do. I use sage.salt and pepper in the ground meat and then form it into patties. I also put some shredded mozzarella cheese in it and let it melt while the burger is cooking. A little pizza sauce on top and it's delish! Cook up some mushroom, onion and green peppers to put on top of one of your turkey burgers that you have seasoned very simply with just salt and pepper. Just a few ideas. Hope that helps. I'm going to be adding a lot of this stuff to my foodblog, so go to the address in my sig line as I will be trying to post more daily. I'm making a Thai turkey soup today that smells simply delicious and can be made for a carb down, baseline or carbup day! So, check the blog often! Guess I could collaborate with Wendy!

[kelley17]

Originally Posted by glasschick

Hi Ladies
Thank you for the help on where to find ground flaxseed. I'm going to try and get some today! I think I had 'burnout' because I didn't mix it up at all and only followed Wendy's menus. Not this time! When I get a few minutes, I'm going to get on the recipe link and get some good ideas! BTW since I started on Monday I'm down 4.3 of the 7.5lbs I was up. Yay, me! I can't wait until my current classes are over so I can spend more time with you all! Showed DH and DS the picts. of 5lbs fat vs 5lbs muscle, and they were shocked! Fat sure is gross!! Can't wait to have a lot less of it!!
deb

Deb - Congrats!

[kelley17]

Originally Posted by alwaysdancing

of course the " go bury your scale" could be one.

No, seriously, go bury it!

[kelley17]

Originally Posted by bballgirl00

Hey Guyz-

Is there anything we can substitute for cottage cheese during Week 1, 2, or 3...its making me nauseous just looking at it????

Yes, don't eat anything you don't like. Substitute turkey breast, chicken, hard boiled eggs. You don't need to follow the menus just the rules!

[Jupiter]

Great idea, and at that point it'll turn commercial, and start costing a pretty penny! That's how it is with other sites- in the beginning they're "doing you a favor", and then they start charging for everything.

As for 2 shakes a day... I'm having my issues with that. I've had this headache since before my TOM- 1.5 weeks now.... and I think it may be a buildup of the sweetener in my system. I have the sweeteners in 2 shakes a day, my muffin (Love that muffin!!), and my carb free dark chocolate (I count that as a good fat), and an occasional SF popsicle. No other explanation. I thought it was because I go to sleep hungry, but last night I was NOT hungry- carbed up seriously in the evening... sweet stuff at those weddings and bar-mitzvah...., and it's been aching the whole day, every day...kind of PMSing without the M
I'll try to skip the second one today- and have salad and cottage cheese instead....
Any feedback?

Hi Tam,
Upon reading the CTFLC book I was surprised by the inclusion of foods with artificial sweeteners (SF Jello-O, fudge pops) and "man-made" protein shakes...so many chemicals the body has to contend with. After being on the Schwarzbein Plan for so long I guess I have been brainwashed, or better yet...lifestyle washed, to only eat things that you could (in theory) hunt, gather, pick or fish. Dr Schwarzbein explains that introducing man-made chemicals to our bodies causes insulin to be released, and goes on to say that too much insulin in our blood for too long is the number one catalyst to all chronic disease (cholesterol, diabetes), and that eating fat doesn't make you fat but in fact it is insulin that makes you fat. She doesn't recommend having ANY sweets, but if you must...have desserts with whole ingredients like real sugar and eggs and cream.

The thing I love about Wendy's plan is that you can allow for these items without feeling any guilt. To make a lifestyle change wouldn't it be better to really change our habits...like not automatically reaching for an artificially sweet thing because we are stressed out, but addressing our emotional attachment to food? That is why I was confused reading in the book where Wendy says we should think of our bodies as a machine that we need to put fuel in, but then allows us things like jell-o and reddi-whip so we can get through the tough times. Since this is a challenge board I am challenging Wendy to take her program to the next level in her new book, where she gives us a little more credit that we will be able to wait until our carb up or cheat days to have a healthy dessert and enjoy it. If we can't wait until those days then we need to find out what is eating US! A well rounded lifestyle plan would encourage us to investigate our inner workings. It's not an easy thing to do but we need to be honest with ourselves. Are we really willing to do the work or do we want a quick fix?

Schwarzbein's plan is not "perfect" either...I plateaued pretty badly (that's why I am here now). I am hoping to combine Wendy's plateau busting with Schwarzbein's healing theories to create my own perfect healthy balance for a lifetime.

So Tam, in answer to your question....Dr. S also mentions that artificial sweeteners can lead to migraines...maybe that is what you are experiencing. Someone posted an AOL article that Wendy did where she clearly says not to use sweeteners...so why is it in the book?

What if we came up with a master list of snack meals that did not include anything artificial? After all, it is easier to roll up some turkey and cheese in a piece of lettuce than to drag out the blender, have to keep tons of ice on hand, then make a big blender mess and have to wash the thing twice a day! Also, it would help us make lifestyle changes that stick. We have always reached for the quickest and easiest and sweetest thing...that's why we are here.

Yes we can!

[gemini0604]

Originally Posted by jkvetter

I love that role! Well, do you add any seasonings? How about when you want it to be for tacos, while you are browning the turkey, add some cumin, chili powder (or chipotle chili powder which I absolutely love). Once the meat is browned, add about 1/4 - 1/2 cup water and let it cook down. This will help enhance the flavors. This will give it that taco flavor you want. As for the patties, there are many things I do. I use sage.salt and pepper in the ground meat and then form it into patties. I also put some shredded mozzarella cheese in it and let it melt while the burger is cooking. A little pizza sauce on top and it's delish! Cook up some mushroom, onion and green peppers to put on top of one of your turkey burgers that you have seasoned very simply with just salt and pepper. Just a few ideas. Hope that helps. I'm going to be adding a lot of this stuff to my foodblog, so go to the address in my sig line as I will be trying to post more daily. I'm making a Thai turkey soup today that smells simply delicious and can be made for a carb down, baseline or carbup day! So, check the blog often! Guess I could collaborate with Wendy!

[COLOR="DarkRed"]Hi Jacke,

Wendy please don't take this wrong, but Jackie's suggestion of collaborating on recipes would be AWESOME. She should also include in her new book the ones in our recipe thread. I really am enjoying every bite I take. Got to go, the treadmill is calling my name. [/COLOR]

[free to be me]

[COLOR="Red"]I GOT THE HOUSE!!!!!

Thanks for all your support and prayers...AND I GOT A KILLER WORK OUT IN TODAY! 2 hours at the gym with 900 calories burned AND I ended my workout by runnig a 8min50sec mile!

WHAT A DAY!!!
**
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[jkvetter]

Originally Posted by free to be me

[COLOR="Red"]I GOT THE HOUSE!!!!!

Thanks for all your support and prayers...AND I GOT A KILLER WORK OUT IN TODAY! 2 hours at the gym with 900 calories burned AND I ended my workout by runnig a 8min50sec mile!

WHAT A DAY!!!
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See what I mean? Amazing! 900 calories and a HOUSE! Oh My Gosh! I can't wait for that housewarming party!!!! Crackers attack Washington State! Congratulations!!

[jmprgrl74]

Originally Posted by tamjlm

Children, and grandchildren losing both parents/grandparents the within 3 days of each other...
Whatever... I feel like crying my heart out....

I'm so sorry for you guys. I'm trying not to cry here at work myself. I agree that I think he sensed the loss or knew of it without being told. I lost my parents very quickly and unexpectedly 10 days apart (unrelated incidents). I'm still in shock 4 years later. And with everything else going on for you guys, I know it'll be tough.

I remind myself that my parents would both be lost without one another and I'm sure it's the same for this sweet couple. It doesn't help those of us here but I hope it's some consolation.

[jmprgrl74]

Originally Posted by free to be me

[COLOR="Red"]I GOT THE HOUSE!!!!!

Thanks for all your support and prayers...AND I GOT A KILLER WORK OUT IN TODAY! 2 hours at the gym with 900 calories burned AND I ended my workout by runnig a 8min50sec mile!

WHAT A DAY!!!
**
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Congratulations! It's about time your dreams started coming true

[Gracefully]

Originally Posted by Vladis

Darn it! It's too bad. I found ONE - it's Whey to Go. It's only whey protein and they specifically say on the label that there are no artificial sweeteners. I buy it in my local health food store. Do you think you might have these one around where you are? It is very tasty...

I've seen it- It's made by Solgar, but is not Kosher... Oh, well.... I skipped my second protein shake today- had some butternut squash and 1/2 c cottage cheese. It's less than half the protein. It was yummy though, though I am still a bit on the hungry side.
Need some kind of solution....

Originally Posted by Jupiter

Hi Tam,
Upon reading the CTFLC book I was surprised by the inclusion of foods with artificial sweeteners So Tam, in answer to your question....Dr. S also mentions that artificial sweeteners can lead to migraines...maybe that is what you are experiencing. Someone posted an AOL article that Wendy did where she clearly says not to use sweeteners...so why is it in the book?

What if we came up with a master list of snack meals that did not include anything artificial? After all, it is easier to roll up some turkey and cheese in a piece of lettuce than to drag out the blender, have to keep tons of ice on hand, then make a big blender mess and have to wash the thing twice a day! Also, it would help us make lifestyle changes that stick. We have always reached for the quickest and easiest and sweetest thing...that's why we are here.

Yes we can!

Thanks for the feedback and your concern. I agree with all points besides the blender saga... I keep mine on the counter, rinse it out right after using, and pop it into the dishwasher every night. No mess, and we're iceaholics anyways- 10 trays at a time in the freezer, and an extra bin of them in the summer... My DS's DFIL says he's grateful my son likes ice and not steak...it's cheaper that way... I love the way the shake fills me up (and not out...) and solves my protein problem... though I do have issues with the sweeteners- mine has natural coloring (strawberry flavored has beet extract, and they call the chocolate "white chocolate"- no colors...no taste either- I add coffee or cocoa, and love it!! A dab of butter, and it's real chocolate!
I would appreciate a master list of snacks, but take into account that I can't eat cheese and meat together, or cheese for 6 hours after meat- that is greatly complicating my WOE- Wendy suggested almonds- I count out my 24 (1 oz) and that helps some...
I've been using the shake for dinner.... I guess tuna fish will be making a come-back here....

Originally Posted by free to be me

[COLOR="Red"]I GOT THE HOUSE!!!!!

Thanks for all your support and prayers...AND I GOT A KILLER WORK OUT IN TODAY! 2 hours at the gym with 900 calories burned AND I ended my workout by runnig a 8min50sec mile!

WHAT A DAY!!!
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Alissa- I knew it!! It wasn't the money- they were just so happy to have you living in their home- your smile, attitude, beauty, and lovely kids (hey, I wanna see the boys also!!)
I am so proud of you I am fit to burst.

[jmprgrl74]

Originally Posted by kelley17

I love the name Sienna! My baby girl Emerson shares my breakfast often too. Love the 1 - 3 year age! So much fun to watch them get so excited about the world around them. Emerson gasps daily at her discoveries. I love experiencing the world again through a baby's eyes.

Agreed! I can not be around my 3 year old and not laugh or smile. She's just so innocent that even when she's mad, she makes me laugh. Don't get me wrong, whining does in my nerves, but thankfully that's not often

Pam

[jmprgrl74]

Check this out:
WHFoods: Over 100 Quick and Easy Recipes

Whole food recipes. You pick what stuff to include, what to exclude and so forth then it gives you quick, easy recipes. I'm still playing with it.

[gemini0604]

Originally Posted by jkvetter

See what I mean? Amazing! 900 calories and a HOUSE! Oh My Gosh! I can't wait for that housewarming party!!!! Crackers attack Washington State! Congratulations!!

[COLOR="DarkRed"]Alissa~~That is fantastic about the house. 900 calories, gosh I am speechless.[/COLOR]

[jmprgrl74]

Originally Posted by jmprgrl74

Check this out:
WHFoods: Over 100 Quick and Easy Recipes

Whole food recipes. You pick what stuff to include, what to exclude and so forth then it gives you quick, easy recipes. I'm still playing with it.

I think I blew it up with all the 'exclude this'

[Gracefully]

Originally Posted by jmprgrl74

I'm so sorry for you guys. I'm trying not to cry here at work myself. I agree that I think he sensed the loss or knew of it without being told. I lost my parents very quickly and unexpectedly 10 days apart (unrelated incidents). I'm still in shock 4 years later. And with everything else going on for you guys, I know it'll be tough.

I remind myself that my parents would both be lost without one another and I'm sure it's the same for this sweet couple. It doesn't help those of us here but I hope it's some consolation.

True, so true.. they are definitely in a better place now, but it is hard for those left behind, and was sudden. They were living apart for the past 1.5 years, and she wasn't mobile enough to see him often. Though they were both such happy people the last few years were hard on everyone, though everyone respected her choice to stay at home alone. She was fiercely independent. Truly an example to us all .

Though we are all mourning now, our lives will go on as usual , but their children and grandchildren will be profoundly affected...they were very supportive of their parents, and now there's nothing there.
Thanks again for your support.

Sorry this is off subject....
But, in the "old days" I would be stuffing my face over this- now I just talk to my family,post, think, and cry a bit.... much more dignified, don't you think?

[redhotbean]

Originally Posted by free to be me

[COLOR="Red"]I GOT THE HOUSE!!!!!

Thanks for all your support and prayers...AND I GOT A KILLER WORK OUT IN TODAY! 2 hours at the gym with 900 calories burned AND I ended my workout by runnig a 8min50sec mile!

WHAT A DAY!!!
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WOW I am so very happy for you!!!!!! Just in time for X-mas.

Kim

[driving_mrs_daisey]

Originally Posted by glasschick

Can anyone tell me where to get ground flax seed? I'd like to try those muffins everyone is talking about.
deb

Deb, I get mine at WalMart on the baking foods aisle, by the specialty flour/brad mixes. IT's in a brown box.

[sarab118]

[COLOR="Red"]CONGRATULATIONS ALISSA!!!!!! BURN MORE CALORIES AND GET PACKING.[/COLOR]

Hi Tam. That boy in the pictures is my step-son. He will be 13 in May. He lives with his mother and step-father in North Carolina. That is a long story of major disappointment for my husband. Needless to say we only get to spend time with him 1 week at Winter Break, every other Spring Break and 1/2 of the summer. It is difficult for my husband as they are very close. His mother got what she wanted in making it difficult for them to be together on a regular basis, but she did not win in separating them emotionally. They have a very close bond.

I am sorry about your family loss, and yours jmprgrl. I don't think we ever get over the loss of a parent. I cannot imagine the loss of a child.

Kellie congrats on your new stats. Cynthia glad you are back and doing so well.

Thank you everyone for your comments on my little granddaughter. Children are the best!!!

Family and great friends like all of you are a close second.

Love, Sara

[jmprgrl74]

Sorry this is off subject....
But, in the "old days" I would be stuffing my face over this- now I just talk to my family,post, think, and cry a bit.... much more dignified, don't you think?

Exactly. I'm also an emotional eater...and drinker for that matter. We're here for you!

Pam

[sarab118]

CRACKER QUESTION.

What is going to be our New Year's Resolution this year since its not to start a diet and exercise plan?



Sara

[dede]

Originally Posted by LPARISH

DEDE, KELLEY, AND EVERYONE ONE THAT WAS ON YESTERDAY I WANT TO SAY THAT I AM SOOO SORRY FOR ACTING THE WAY I DID. I CERTAINLY DO NOT WANT TO MAKE ENEMIES HERE. I LOVE THIS THREAD AND AM ON HERE EVERY DAY. I AM CARB DEPLETING THIS WEEK AND I AM REALLY HUNGRY AND THAT MAKES ME REALLY CRABBY. I KNOW THIS IS NOT AN EXCUSE BUT MAYBE A REASON BECAUSE I AM NOT LIKE THIS GENERALLY. THIS IS LEESA AND I APPROVE THIS MESSAGE LOL- FRIENDS AGAIN?

Oh I'm so glad you you're okay about all that. I was worried your feelings were hurt. dede

[dede]

That's great news about the house! dede

[gemini0604]

[COLOR="DarkRed"]Sara~~my New Years resolution is to not fall back into bad eating habits.[/COLOR]