Fabulous 40's 10/20/03

[KIS13]

Well, let's see the last time anyone posted was on the 16th...what is happening to our group???

I hope everyone is ok...to be honest I am getting a little concerned that our group is falling apart. I realize we all get busy at times but it seems like we could at least drop in to say hi if nothing else.

I am doing fair, really struggling hard to be good. Funny thing about depression is it makes me want to eat. I miss chatting with you ladies. Oh well, I guess I will get over it. I think I will start to look into some other threads. I need the support real bad these days.

Rita - Seems like you and I are about the only ones that post on a somewhat regular basis. I hope things are good for you.

Diane - I realize you stay pretty busy, I do enjoy hearing from you as much as you can. I keep checking your website to see what is happening in your area.

Tami - Oh girl, I miss you soooo much!!!!! I sure hope you get to feeling better real soon. As always you are in my thoughts and prayers!!

Daria, Linda & Paula - I guess you have moved on to another group I'm sorry you didn't stay with us. I miss hearing how you are all doing but I wish you well. Please drop in sometime and give us an update.

Well, I guess that is all I have to say. I wish everyone well.
Karen

[MustDoIt]

Yes, it's true... this happens sometimes. In fact, it happened to me, but now I have an awesome group of ladies/men from all over the United States and Europe and all ages.

Don't get discouraged, please feel free to stop by and chat with us, we will pick up where your group left off. We give and receive motivation. Best of all, we chat daily.

PEN PALS ARE NEEDED FOR MY 1-2-3 PLAN.

Linda

[Princess Di]

I am here, I post as often as possible, which isn't always everyday, sorry. I had to work this weekend, had a dinner to go to as soon as I got out of work Saturday and Sunday had an outing to go to...no rest for the wicked they say. Today I have a Drs appointment right after work, so I thought I'd pop in now. I wish we'd hear from Tami...I'm worried. I understand about everyone's funk, I've been in one myself. Maybe the end of summer and knowing there's a long winter ahead, along with never getting any rest, never seeing my grandkids and having to have another surgery has something to do with it. Hey, I'll have more time to post then!! It's cold here, down in the 20's last night....boy was I ever born in the wrong state!! I hate winter. Well I hate to cut this short, but I have to grab a bite before I go back...

HI all! Well, I was doing soooo good last week, then the weekend came! Grrrrrrr! My family and I went out shopping and out to dinner on Saturday. I have NO willpower when it comes to eating out. I won't even tell you how bad I was! LOL But, I am back on track today. Did my exercises, and hope to keep going! I've gained a few pounds in the past week and hope to get those off and get to my goal. Slowly but surely!!!

Diane- sorry to see your still in your funk! I hope you get over it soon. I feel better and think mine was just due to TOM. I post as often as I can too. I understand where your coming from tho. I need lots of support too. Hey, here is idea for all of you. I belong to a group on yahoo called LocarbMilitarySpouses. We are all Military wives doing low carb. We email each other with support, encouragement, etc. I'm sure if you went to yahoogroups.com you could find a group that you could join too! Just a thought. I hope we don't lose you here though. I would miss you and everyone. I love coming here and posting and finding out how you all are doing!!

Diane- I wish you well with your surgery. I'm sure your NOT looking forward to it. Brrrr, sounds like it is getting cold there already. We are having a longer than usual summer. The high today is going to be 95! Acck! LOL I'm ready for "sweater" weather!! Hot weather gets old!!!

Tami- We miss you girl!!! I hope DH is checking this site and letting you know how much we miss you and wish u well. Hope you will be back with us soon!!!! A BIG Get well hug to you!! (((((((((((((((((((((((((((((((((((Tami))))))))))) )))))))))))))))))))

Take care all and hope you all have a great day! Hugs, Rita

[KIS13]

I sure hope I didn't offend anyone yesterday...I was merely trying to express myself and the fact that it has gotten lonely in here.

I realize everyone is busy and that you all post when you can. I guess I just look forward to coming in and checking the posts and when there aren't any I get a little depressed about it. Silly me!

I have no intentions of leaving the group! I just wish we had more people that wanted to join in.

Diane - I sure hope you get through your surgery ok...I will be sending prayers your way!! Make sure you get all the rest necessary.

Rita - My sister veggie hater...I know exactly what you mean about going out to eat...if I never went out to eat I would be a lot more successful. I have NO willpower when it comes to going out. Oh, I almost forgot, I will send you a PM to give you Tami's snail mail address.

Tami - I am missin you loads girlfriend!!! You are constantly in my prayers!

Linda - Thanks for the invite...sounds like you are doing well...keep up the good work!!

To any and all lurkers out there..please stop in and join us. We welcome everyone!!

Well, I want to wish everyone a super day. I'll check back in tomorrow....

HI all! Well, it's a hot sunny day again here in Las Vegas. I'm really getting tired of the heat. I wish Fall would get here soon!

Karen- Sister veggie hater, NO offence was taken here. I understand where your coming from girlfriend. I wish more people would post here too. There HAS to be more of us Fabulous 40ish low carb women around looking for support just like we are! Where are you all??? hehehe I haven't checked my Pm's yet, but I hope Tami's mailing address is there. I'd love to send her a get well card. Thanks in advance! Yes, I hear you about going out. If I could just not go anywhere for a month, I'd probably get to my goal! LOL I know, I just need more willpower to say NO to eating bad foods. But, it seems as soon as I start, I cant stop! Grrrrr! Being a carb and sugar addict is not fun!!!


Diane- Hope all is well for you. Are you staying on track? I hope one of us is! LOL I bet the fall colors there are gorgeous. I loved the pictures you had taken. Makes me miss the north!!!

To all you low carb women out there. Please feel free to join our group! We'd love to have you!!!

Hugs to you all, Rita

[KIS13]

Hi, well, I am still struggling to behave myself and let me tell you , it is rough!!!!!!!!!!

For example...I had chicken and yellow rice for dinner and I have more for lunch I just can't help it, I love yellow rice!! I am going to try real hard to get back on track tomorrow. I have my physical on Monday...and it would have been nice to show up with a few less poundsw, but I blew that Story of my life!!

My allergies are tearing me up today I am really tired of blowing my nose!

Rita - I'm with you, I am totally over the heat and would welcome the cool weather. I think Diane would rather be where we are as far as heat goes.

Diane - I hope you are staying on track since Rita and I aren't...someone has to be doing it right...lol When is your surgery scheduled for? I sure wish you didn't have to go through that but hopefully everything will be much better once it is all done.

Well, I must get back to work....I wish you all a wonderful lowcarb day!!!!!!!!!!!!

Hi all!

Well, I finally feel like I am over my urge to binge. I've eaten myself sick with cookies and am going to put that behind me (I just hope it doesn't get put on my behind first! LOL) Today I had eggs and sausage for breakfast and an Advantage bar with coffee and water for lunch. Now for supper I'm going to make chicken on the grill and a big salad. I find if I eat the Advantage bars for lunch once in awhile they don't stall me and it helps me give into my sweet tooth.

Diane- I hope your allergies clear up soon. What are u allergic to? work? teehee Whats the temps been like in Florida lately? When does it finally cool down there? Don't let the physical weigh in thing get to you girlfriend. Of course it would have been great to be down a few more pounds, but I'm sure you are still doing good and sticking to your plan. I've never had yellow rice. Just keep your portions small and I wouldn't think it could be too many more carbs than you should have. We have to go for our sanity first right? LOL

Diane- Hope all is good with you. Try not to work too hard.

Well, I'm off. I've been on this darn computer all day and need to get some work done! LOL

Hugs to all my low carb friends!!! Hugs, Rita

P.S. I got a card out to Tami today. I really hope she is feeling better and posts soon!!!!

LOL In my first paragraph I meant Karen, not Diane LOL I tell ya, if I don't proof read everything I'm bound to make mistakes. Soooo, KK I hope your allergies get better, and all the other stuff I said. ROFL (must be a senior moment) Acckkkk!!!

[Princess Di]

lol Rita, I do have allergies, but didn't remember talking about them...I got more confused when you asked about the Florida temps, lol...I am up North, sitting here with snow flakes falling this morning da*^ it!!

I am sticking to plan, but I need to pay closer attention to my carb count I think because I'm not losing. I also need to get back into my exercise.

I will have to post more at lunch time...I didn't realize how late it had gotten...

[KIS13]

Ah, I tell you, I sure did need that laugh this morning...Rita, you are funny woman. I was cracking up reading that post....lol I imagine Diane was wondering what the devil is she doin?

Well, my allergies are much better today thank you. I had them so bad yesterday, I didn't even eat dinner! Today is like I never even had them...go figure. I am sore from all of the sneezing tough.

Diane - I can't believe it , you have snow already?! WOW, you must be hating it since you aren't very fond of the cold weather. Florida is ok, but I really get tired of the fact that there is really no beauty to it unless you like the heat and palm trees. I personally am over that...lol I would rather see some mountains and fall colors etc... I am proud of you sticking to your plan. I hope to get my drive back real soon. I am going to try and start playing racquet ball next week...how long that lasts will depend on my old knees. Keep up the good work!!

Rita - Girlfriend you make me laugh!!! I would so love to meet you and Diane in person some time!!! I bet we would have a great time together! If I hit the lottery I promise to pay for flights so we can all go and have a day together. We'll pick up Tami on the way!

Well, I'm still not behaving myself I want to but my willpower seems to be on vacation or something. I will keep trying, I think the biggest problem I have is, I hate to cook at 7:00 in the evening (I go to bed at 8:00 -8:30). From 5:30 til 7:00 I spend time with my sweety so the time is limited. Oh well, just something for me to figure out. I wish you all a great day with loads of happiness! Chat at you later.

KK

Hi girls! LOL I'm glad you got a kick out of my senior moment Karen and Diane! Teehee So happy I gave you a laugh when you needed one!

As for me, I'm not doing well with my willpower either. I start off the day good, but by the time dinnertime rolls around I don't want to cook the same ol thing. Yesterday I gave into a pizza craving. Acck! I NEED to stop doing this!!! I've come too far to start gaining my weight back. Not sure how to get myself back on track. Grrr! I get so mad at myself.

Diane- Snow already? Wow, I really don't miss that stuff. I grew up in MN and lived in ND so I now about long cold winters. We can drive about a half hour from here and see snow on the mountain so that is neat to do around Christmas time. Then we can drive back home and it's sunny. I love it!

Karen- So glad to hear your allergies are better. You must have gotten into something yesterday to set it off. Hmmm, wonder what it was? As for winning the lottery and all of us meeting. It would be sooooo fun wouldn't it? I could see us having a blast together! Together you and I will have to encourage each other to get back on plan. We know we can do it, we just need to get our butts into gear! LOL

Tami- We miss ya girl!!!! ((((((((Tami)))))))))

Have a good day girls! Hugs to u all, Rita

[Princess Di]

Hi girls, I guess I'm not getting out of it, winter is coming!! It was 26 when we got up this morning. Today we're going to finish up on the winterizing that we started a few weeks ago (we've been too busy to finish). We'll be putting plastic on the windows and putting the cover on the pool. We've never been this late finishing up this stuff.

We're going to Ruby Tuesday's tonight with some friends we haven't gone out with for years. We already went to the web site and checked out the menu so we can stay on track.

My scale finally started going back down today after my carb-fest of 2 weeks ago. Monday I am going to ask the cardiologist if I can take any type of water pills when that happens because the more water I drink the more pain I am in (boobs) and it doesn't seem to let go until it's darn good and ready no matter how much I drink! I am taking the water pills with me so he can check them out.

I am having my echo done Monday and I took the whole day off from work so I don't have to feel rushed.

I hope we can all get back on track and get some of these pounds off before the Holidays get here. I am up about 5 lbs from my last weigh in still and overall up about 10 now. I will really be thankful that I am going to be stuck at home through the month of December so I can avaoid all that junk at work. Usually I am very strong when it comes to that, but since I am on my self pity party with the surgery hard telling what I could do...lol

I am still blue, but I feel better today than I have in the past 2 days. Maybe because the scale moved in the right direction for the first time in 2 weeks.

Well I'd better get busy "winterizing"....Change your batteries in your smoke detectors when you set the clocks tonight girls!!!! Hugs to all!!

PS Tammi's husband pleeeeeeeeeeeeeease tell Tami to hurry back to us and tell her we are thinking of her and praying for her to get better soon.

[KIS13]

Well, I must apologize, I never did get to check in on Friday
and I rarely ever get on the computer on theweekends.

Diane - I am sorry to hear you are feeling blue! I know how physical ailments can do that to you, been there and done that to many times. I will keep you in my prayers!!! I am thrilled for you that the scales moved...you go girl!! My scaled moved but not in the direction I prefer I can't believe your temps are down so low already...stay warm!!!!

Rita - How are you woman? I bet the temps aren't low where you are...lol Like me, you must be ready for some cooler weather. Any luck with the job search? I will keep you in my prayers also so that you find something to make you feel good.

Tami - I sure wish we could hear from you...perhaps your hubby could drop us a line and let us know how you are.

Well, I have decided to try and get myself back on track. I know it will be difficult but it is so necessary...I just hate how I look and I am the only one that can change it. Wish me luck. Well, I must end this so I can get back to work. I wish you all a wonderful day.

Much love to my friends!!!

Hi all! Well, my scales didn't move in the right direction either this week Diane, so don't feel bad. I know why too, I just couldn't stop cheating last week. I feel more in control today. I had a good breakfast, did my pilates, and took my dogs on a 45 min. walk.

Diane- hope your feeling better too. Congrats on your loss! I bet that feels great! Brrrr, it does sound cold up there already!

KK- Hang in there girl! Together we can beat this and stay on track!!! I told myself that if I lose the 5 lbs. that I have gained since May that I will buy myself a new outfit. That usually helps me to reward myself. And I love shoppiing for new clothes! LOL Actually it is cooling off here finally! Yippeee! 50's at night and 80's during the day. They say 70's by Halloween! Cool huh? LOL I WILL have willpower on Friday! No candy for me!!! ( I have to give myself a pep talk now and then! LOL)

Tami- hope you are on the mend and back to our little group soon! We miss you!!!

Wishing all my friends a great day!!! Drink your water!! Teehee
Hugs to you all, Rita

OH Diane- I wanted to wish you luck with your Echo and I hope all goes ok. That is what my hubby does. He give people Echocardoigrams, Ekg's, treadmill stress tests, etc. Are you having heart problems? I hope your ok. Let us know what they found ok? We care. Hugs to you, Rita

[KIS13]

Well, I guess there is something wrong with my little icons and star etc... I reckon I will just leave it like it is for now in hopes that it gets fixed.

I am so excited!!!!!!!!!! My honey and I are going to see BB King in January we have 2nd row seats in the middle...yeehaw!!!!!!!!!! I just love to listen to the blues and no one does it like BB King!!

I am still not quite on track yet but as soon as we get back from Stuart, I am going to be very good until Thanksgiving day and then again until my x-mas party I promise my Dr. yesterday that I would be down a minimum of 50 lbs. by this time next year when I see him again for my physical. So I have to get my act together soon!!!!! I know I can do this plus, I am playing ball starting this Thursday and I know that will help. I have it in me I know it, I just have to get thru the hard part of the holidays. Well, I have to go it is pass my break...talk to you soon.

Hi all! So far this week I have been doing great! Finally!!! LOL I am eating induction foods, exercising and drinking my water. I can do this!!!

KK- I read on the main page that they are not letting people post all the cute little pictures, cheat free stars, etc in your signatures. All we can use are these smiley faces! I guess people were complaining that the page was loading too slow! Geez! LOL
That's cool about you getting BB King tickets! I'm not much of a blues music fan, but I like some of his stuff. LOL I bet you will have a great time! As for your "promise" to your doctor, I KNOW you CAN do it Karen!!! You sound very determined to get your weight off so I know you can!!

Diane- Hope all is well with you!

Tami- We are STILL missing you!!! Hurry back girl!!!

Here's too a great low carb week. Together we can keep each other on track!

Hugs to you all, Rita

[Princess Di]

Hi girls, I had my echo, but they won't contact me for a few more days. I found out in January I have valve damage. I asked if they could send my Dr a note for surgery, but he (the guy that did the ultrasound) was hesitant and said they'd get back to me on it, which made me nervous. He did say I had failed my stress echo miserably this past spring and that's why I had the heart catheter done (how comforting). He said that came out better than they expected. I will be anxious to talk to the cardiologist. I ofcourse came home and stress ate, but then skipped dinner to offset the junk I ate in the afternoon. Today I have been pretty good. I have gone back to counting points which makes me eat more veggies (I know you girls hate them) and smaller portions of meat, etc. That worked good for me last fall. I would like to drop some serious weight before the holidays. The Halloween candy is locked in the trunk of my car (I can do that here in the cold!) until Friday night, lol. Right now I feel strong, so it's not tempting, but it's best out there in the cold....just in case!!

I wish we could all get on track and stick with it....it's so hard. I was so commited to this until summer came and I've been goofing off since. I don't mean I eat carbs all the time. I honestly can count the times that I've cheated on one hand, but it takes me so long to get those pounds back off. I also got lazy about keeping track of what I ate, so I may be eating alot more carbs than I think.

Wish Tami would post, I've very worried about her.

Well enough about me...glad you girls are still posting, it's awful lonely in here.

(((((HUGS)))))))))) Diane

[KIS13]

Hi Ladies,

Well, that's a bummer about the star etc... but I do understand.

Diane - Sorry to hear about the stress you are feeling, I can relate, I always eat when I am stressed, I don't even have to be hungry I just start stuffing my face I will keep you in my prayers that everything will be just fine! You are funny about the candy in the trunk... I won't be here for halloween so I didn't even buy any which saves me You just hang in there and know that you have lot's of friends that are cheering you on.

Rita - Sounds like you are doing good, I guess I better get my act together, between you and Diane I am definitly slacking
I am determind, I just have to get pass the stumbling blocks! I am drinking a lot of water so that I feel full most of the time and that helps me not to eat, especially the things I shouldn't. I have noticed that I really hate to feel full, you know when you eat to much or too fast that full feeling that makes you almost sick. I remind myself of that feeling whenever I think about doing something I shouldn't.

Well, girls, I look forward to reading more from you as you get the time. Your both in my heart and prayers as is Tami whom I miss terribly!! I wish her husband would send us something to let us know how she is. Well, take care and I will check in again later if time allows.

(((((((((((((((((Hugs to you))))))))))))))))))))))))

Good Morning ladies!!! Well, today has started out good so far. I love my time alone in the mornings after the kids and DH get off to work and school. I enjoy the paper, my coffee and exercising alone. ( I hate being watched!) Although my dogs love watching me curiously! LOL You wonder what they are thinking sometimes! I was doing so well this week until yesterday. Grrrr! I gave into a craving I've been having for Chinese food. I'm back on track today and hope to stay there!!!!

Karen- I hate that full feeling too. Drinking lots of water helps me to keep from eating alot. I sent you an email at work. I hope you get it. I've been having problems with my email server. I hope Tami posts soon too, I'm worried about her!!

Diane- wow, I hope they don't find anything seriously wrong with your heart. I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers. I hide the halloween candy too! Out of sight out of mind I say! LOL I always buy candy I don't like. Like sweetarts and gum. I'm sure the kids look at it when they get it and say "yuck!" LOL

Well girls, have a great day and lets all try very hard to stay true to ourselves. We ARE worth it!!! Hugs to you all, Rita

[Tx Charity]

((((((((((((((((((((((Karen,Rita,Diane)))))))))))) ))))))))
Thank you all for all your prayers and concern. Rita your card in the mail was such a blessing thank you... Things are sure looking alot better now .... I have missed you all so much .... I sure hope to be back on line more posting and as soon as the Dr says I can do the Low carb way ..... I will be back on the Low Carb journey.....
Love and Hugs t o each of you!!! KK I will be emailing you soon...Love you girl!!

[KIS13]

Yeah, Tami is back!!!!! So glad you are finally home girlfriend. We missed you so much!

You just take it easy and don't over do it. I look forward to chatting with you. I am sure the girls will be thrilled to see you are back. ((((((((((((((((((((super big hug))))))))))))))))))))

I am going to Jim's mom's for the weekend, looking forward to that and getting back so I can get back on plan. I start my first racquetball game tonight. I am so excited, talk about burning some calories...this will burn it off and then some.

Rita - I hope you are still on track, you have to help me get it together and me you...lol remember, veggies are YUK!!! lmbo

Diane - I hope you are doing well, I am so sorry you are having to go thru all of this medical junk, Soon it will be all better and you will feel super!!

As always I have you all in my thoughts and prayers...keep up the good work ladies and I promise to be joining you real soon. I hope to be reporting some good losses real soon too.

((((((((((GROUP HUG)))))))))))))))

[Princess Di]

YAHOO TAMI's BACK!!!!!!!!!!!!! Boy were you missed... Please don't scare us like that again!! I hope you're feeling better and hope you're taking it easy. Thank god the cancer isn't back (we were shocked to hear you had it previously-hope DH didn't get into trouble for telling us that)

I am still waiting for my echo report...nothing yet. I know I have valve damage, I'm just hoping he says I am staying the same on these meds I have been on since January. They told me back in Jan. they wouldn't rule out having to replace my valves someday. I guess I'm a bit scared about it all now...it is really sinking in. I think about my grandchildren that I rarely get to see....I worry about my surgery, what if I never get the chance to meet my 3rd. grandaughter?? Boy oh boy, I'm a real mess...lol...sorry, I feel better getting it off my chest. And to think I have to go back to work now...lol Thanks for listening....Hugs to all....again welcome back Tami our wonderful friend....you have been deeply missed by us all.....