Wanted: 220lb LC'er that needs buddy...

[jswalker1992]

I think that it has helped things out a bit.

Since last Friday, i have done the 12- Day Body makeover by Michael Thurmond. My menu is pretty basic:

B: 2 egg whites or 2 oz turkey breast (I have been doing boiled eggs or scrambled eggs)
1/2 cup oatmeal (or could have millet or brown rice)
1 serving fruit (been doing applesauce- and now pearsauce cuz I can mix it in with the oatmeal)

S: 2 oz turkey breast (been doing grilled chicken- today tuna patty)
1 cup greens

L: 2 oz chicken breast
1/2 cup brown rice (or other allowed complex carb- potato is allowed, but I haven't done that)
1 cup mixed veggies ----So, I have been doing stir fry

S: 2 oz fish (again, I do chicken)
1 cup greens (sometimes I do cucumber instead with malt vinegar shaken on it and the chicken)

D: 2 oz chicken breast
1/2 cup bown rice (or other allowed complex carb)
1 cup mixed veggies ----Another stir fry

Optional PM snack: 1 serving fruit

Menus vary between body types and this is the one that fits mine. It is a pretty uneventful menu. I don't think that I could do it long term, but to kickstart things, I can. You don't add salt to your food, no dairy, no oils. I have found that if I do the optional fruit snack, I do not lose in the morning. So, lots of salads and lots of stirfrys. I have rediscovered malt vinegar, crushed red pepper, dry mustard, and garlic powder.

Today I made tuna patty's. Linda's Low Carb Menus & Recipes I have subbed celery seed for the celery salt that it calls for. 3 egg whites instead of 2 eggs. 1/2 of the cheese, and very little oil since I am not supposed to have it (as well as the cheese). Trying not to burn out on chicken.

Also, you are supposed to drink 100 oz. of water a day. I have had about 32 oz. already today. One of the most difficult parts is to make sure that you eat when you are supposed to. It is to keep your metabolism going.

[eve_sonata]

Hi,

Uneventful day really. Getting the blahs. Need to change my diet some or try some new recipes. Today was a hard day. I didn't cheat though. I wanted to, everytime i turned around was thinking about chocolate. Ho Hum! Maybe it is the weather. It is dreary here as well.

Well bought my plane ticket for Indiana. Cost me a pretty penny. lol maybe that is it! Never felt very good for me to spend a lot of money. Not on myself anyways. Am sure it is a mother's curse huh? Nurturers alway give to others and they go with out. My kids are grown and now my dh and i have a little extra for what we want, but it is a hard habit to break.

Gonna go exercise now and do a some more tidying up around here. DH is making fried rice and it smells devine. I can't have any though.

Stacey 100oz of water? Your going to float away or get a water belly! Is that to flush toxins out? I would be careful though. I did take care of a patient that threw his electrolytes all out of whack just from drinking too much water. Not trying to scare you, but just be careful.

[jswalker1992]

Yeah, I am careful with the water. Thanks for the heads-up. I find that if I have my water bottle with me, then that is normally about how much I consume.

I have done real good today. I made the family roast with carrots and potatoes tonight. I want some so bad. But, I shall resist.

Done a ton of laundry today. Lots of paperwork also. Trying to get the house and everything in order so that will be one less thing to stress over.

Next week my DD17 has a couple of days off from school that the boys won't have. She has volunteered to help Spring clean the house so that there in't so much for me to do by myself. Hopefully she will still feel like helping when the time comes.

[Rubyred025]

Wow everyone is doing so well. Well I'm down another 2lbs so I'm at 229, so 4lbs gone in 4 days not bad. I swear eatting Tuna really helps. I have been eating a can every day for lunch and the scale is just going down. Can't complain.

Eve hang in there...the stall will be over before you know it. Up your water, lower your salt, eat tuna see what happens. I haven't been able to read any past posts I am so busy...are you goint to visit family? If so have them order the bread online and have it there for when you arrive. I don't think the airline will allow it on the plane even if its packed in your check in luggage.

[eve_sonata]

lol yeah i can just see it now, they search my luggage and find a loaf of bread. That would be really odd huh

That is great Justine Congrats on the 4 lbs! Thanks for the tuna idea. I have lots of it here. Do u just eat it plain or do u mix it with something? I have to admit, i did cheat this morning. I made my dh homemade apple pastries. I had one with my coffee this morning and u know what? I am not going to beat myself up over it. Funny though, once i did that, seems now i can focus again. One little speed bump on this road to weight loss, trick is to not hit all of em.

I am visiting a gal pal of mine that moved to Indiana about 5 years ago. She is originally from there. She lived out this way and after her divorce and son graduated from high school, she decided to move back to be close to family. I am rather excited. She is picking me up at the Louisville KY airport. I have never been to KY. So now i can mark that state off my list. But..............., she hasn't seen me in along time and I have gained a lot of weight and have short hair now. I hope she will recognize me.

Paula! great to fit into smaller pants huh? Makes u feel like all this effort is paying off. Good job girl

Stacy, I was looking at some of your earlier pics and then the one u took with the funky wig on. My! u can really see the difference. It is incredible. You look slim and shapely your going to be a sexy momma at the motorcycle get together. Well, your already a sexy momma.

Well ladies, i have a busy day ahead. U all take care and be well!

[jswalker1992]

Bread in the luggage would be hilarious! Of all the things that are found in luggage, I wonder how many times a loaf of bread has been found?

This morning I weighed 161. Woo-hoo! Rewarded for not eating any of the roast and potatoes that I wanted last night.

I went and applied (and also interviewed) for a job at an immigration office up the street. They are looking for an office manager. The pay is CRAP! Bad!! But, the hours are Mon-Fri 7am-5pm. Paid weekly. I like that. Also, it will be a wonderful thing to get back into an office and brush up on that before DH and I open our own office up. The guy that I interviewed with made it sound as though I have a good shot at the position. He is accepting applications until tomorrow, I will know by tomorrow evening whether I get the job or not. If so, I start on Monday.

Tomorrow I have a tummy tuck consultation. Kinda excited about that. Really curious as to what the doctor is going to say.

It is so cold outside today. I just cannot warm up. My DH told me that it is because I am not as well insulated as I once was. I think that I am going to take the kids and hop in the hot tub for a bit.

I have been sticking to this diet. Been doing great at it. I keep telling myself that if I am a good girl then I can take a small break tomorrow night (dinner and a movie shop). Just gotta make sure to hop right back on.

Well, I am down 7 pounds in 7 days. I was excited about that until I realized that I had gained 10 pounds so I am still up 3 from where I was. Also, if I had not gained that weight, then I would be 1 pound away from goal. Never ending cycle.

Along with the new diet, I have been making sure to take a multi-vitamin and Vitamin C in the morning. I dunno if it has anything to do with the increased energy level over the last couple of days, but it feels good.

[jswalker1992]

Up one pound today. 161.5. That's ok, though. It was from last nights shop. I ate hot wings, some (not many) mashed potatoes, grilled chicken with peppercorn sauce, mixed veggies, and hot apple crisp. Oh, and a couple bites of pizza. I had really been jonesing for that lately. Indulged and loved it! I will not apologize this time. I did however, hop right back on track this morning.

Saw the tummy tuck doctor yesterday. He was so nice. He was very professional, took his time in talking with us (DH was there also), showed us pictures, looked at my belly and told me that I would be a perfect candidate. He also told me that I don't have to lose that last 10 pounds, he would be able to take care of that for me. Unfortunately, it would cost me $8500. Oh, I also have really bad stretch marks that go up about an inch or inch and a half about my belly button, he told me that my torso is long enough that he would be able to take those off. That really made me hopeful. On the way home last night, my DH told me that we will get that done (I have no idea when that will eventually be) because I am more than worth it. And then he can get a different motorcycle. There is always a catch.

Ok, do you women think things happen for a reason or do they happen by coincidence? Yesterday was such an odd day and it may end up taking us in a whole different direction for awhile than we have thought we were gonna go. Let me start by saying, the doctor appointment was supposed to have happened 2 weeks ago, but it was rescheduled- not by me.

We woke up yesterday, I waited for a phone call to let me know if I was going to start a crappy paying job on Monday or not. I checked my email and there was a message about a job that I had applied for about a month ago. The guy wanted to know if I want an interview for it still, he didn't know if I had received the info that I needed from him. This job is as an insurance surveyor. It is part time and twice the pay of the crap paying job I was waiting to hear on. So, same pay, half the hours. BTW, I didn't get that phone call- I am relieved about that, to tell you the truth. So, I replied the email and let the recruiter know that I am interested. I should have an interview next week. OK, that was the first minor change in the road. We drive up to Denver to the doctor's office (80 miles away). As we are leaving the doctor's office, we get into the elevator. There was a lady in there that was a bank rep for one of the banks my husbands company works with. How bizarre! They hadn't seen each other in something like 6 months. She tells my DH that this stop that she was at wasn't even one that was normally hers. As they wrap up the conversation, she says something about their company is looking for a rep in our area. That is my DH's dream job. This isn't a real big company, but it could pay more than what he is making now. Which is the reason we have been looking elsewhere. So, another possible change in the road. We woke up yesterday thinking that I was going to be a receptionist at a crappy job and he was going to be an insurance agent. Now, I may be an insurance surveyor and he may be a bank rep. What in the world? We were talking about it on the way to the movies last night and DH was excited about this. He believes that as a bank rep, we could pay down our bills and save some money so that we can open up our insurance agency later on this year (he will still get his license) without my having to go to work. So, does that mean if I do get hired on as a surveyor I would be able to put that money aside for a tummy tuck? Quite an odd day. What are your thoughts?

We went and watched No Country For Old Men. Great movie- hated the ending.

Today I need to make some quick grab food for myself. It is so much easier than trying to cook 5 times a day. Mini meals are great, but an awful lot of work if you do it one meal at a time.

[eve_sonata]

Hey Ladies,

Sorry but this was my 3 day weekend to work. I am usually dragging by the end of the day and too tired to post anything. Have been bad all weekend but only gained 1 pound. So, now am at 193. Drank my water though and ran my legs off at work.

Stacy, I am a firm believer that things happen for a reason. Sounds like things are working out for the best for u and that new opportunities are opening up for u left and right. Of course your worth a tummy tuck. Hell if i was at your weight, i would get one too. I am all for doing things that make u feel good about yourself as long as u keep a realistic idea of how u want to look. Heck i got braces on my teeth currently. I have had em on for 7 months now. I had to wait till my kids got theirs done. People say all the time, "don't u think u r a little too old for braces?'' I reply "Nope!" "It is never too late for a beautiful smile."

How are the rest of u ladies doing? Any successful feel good stuff happening your way?

I tell u what though, this daylight savings time has me all screwed up already.

Want to go see the movie "10,000 BC. Maybe go see that tomorrow evening. Going to start all over on the lc diet again tomorrow and do some weight training. If it is nice, I may go for a run at River Front Park. It has run trails all over and some of the trails goes along the yellowstone river.

Talk to u all later. Take care and be well

[jswalker1992]

Quick post before bed...

I was at 161 this morning. We went and had our motorcycle mod day. It was a blast! There was venison chili, burgers, dogs, chips, crackers, cheese, beer, and soda. I had none of it! I did however bring a bowl of chili home for myself for another time. I took a snack and a lunch with me so that I could stay with what I have been doing. The day ran way later than it should have. We went to a bar to eat with a couple of friends when we were done. I had hot tea and a bunless bacon cheeseburger with a side of cottage cheese. Not exactly what I was suppose to have, but definitely lots better than it coulda been!

I am so tired. I will tell you more about the day tomorrow. Just wanted to let you know I am thinking about you!

[Rubyred025]

Stacy...i am also a believer that things happen for a reason...so tummy tuck her you come...

I'm definitely getting one when i lose this weight, i have such a huge apron that i don't think it will ever go down.

Weekend went well. I just weighted myself 1:00pm est and i'm still at 229. Not bad 5lbs in 7 days...I'll take it. Need to go food shopping getting really low on items.

Got to get back to work, write more later.

[jswalker1992]

Woo-hoo Justine!! You are back on track! Great job, Girl!! While you are out shopping, think you can pick up a few things for me? I want shish kabobs for dinner. I have skewers and that is about it...

Yesterday was so much fun. Darndest thing though, I was COLD all day. It was a beautiful day. I was wearing long john's, both bottoms and top. A long sleeve shirt, t-shirt over that, and a fleece for most of the day. Could not get warm for anything! We hung out with everyone for the day. Towards the end of the day, the guys kinda swarmed around and told my husband to come over. Someone brought out a huge wrapped box and gave it to him. It was an auxillary gas tank for the back of the motorcycle! This was something that he has been wanting, but it cost $250 and we couldn't afford it. Everyone got together and bought it for him. For no reason other than they wanted to. I thought that I was going to see my DH cry. He was truly speechless. It was absolutely awesome. I wasn't even let in on it, I had no idea. So, now instead of getting 125 miles on a tank of gas when we do the longer rides, he should get almost double that.

Ok, here is a really bad pic of me that I had DH take. Remember, I am wearing 3 shirts. I knew that when I had him take a picture it wouldn't be a great one, but it is a new one!

Oh! 160.5 this morning!

[Rubyred025]

Got on scale this morning and it read 225. Not sure if i believe it...Will have to see what it reads tomorrow.

I'm so busy i can't type much but KUTGW...

[jswalker1992]

Originally Posted by Rubyred025

Got on scale this morning and it read 225. Not sure if i believe it...Will have to see what it reads tomorrow.

I'm so busy i can't type much but KUTGW...

Exciting!!!! You are awesome!!!

[jswalker1992]

At 160.5 again this morning. It is all good. I am hoping that if I am real good again today that the scale will move again tomorrow.

Well, my DH got his paycheck yesterday. $15.63. No kidding. The company just revamped his pay, changed a few other things, and this is what happened. Glad to know that he is out of there in 1 month. He did also cash out him vacation, so that helped us out immensely. We will make it through one more month.

Today, at 1:30, I should be doing a phone iterview for the surveyor job. Wish me luck. We will see...

I will have to break down and go to the grocery store today. Absolutely running out of everything. $15 should buy me a basket full of food.

[jswalker1992]

Just a couple of quick sentences.

My DH has finally been able to leave a message with the bank rep that we ran into last week. Hopefully she will get back with him soon.

159 this morning! Wearing (for the first time) my size 10 jeans!!

Just got off the phone. I got the job as an insurance surveyor!

I bought powerball tickets, let's hope the lucky streak continues.

[Rubyred025]

Stacy - awesome job 159, your the balm. Good luck on the new job.

I got on scale and it was up 227 (byw that is fully clothed with sweats, t-shirt, socks u get the point to cold to do otherwise), but i figured that might happen. Really want to try and pick a day and just weigh on that day only (i get a little obssessive with the scale). Will see.

[jswalker1992]

Alrighty Ladies-

Had to have DH take a couple of pics for me for my new job. They need headshots so that they can make me a name tag with my pic. So-o-o-o while the camera was out....

[Rubyred025]

Look at you..hot mama.

[jswalker1992]

Originally Posted by Rubyred025

Look at you..hot mama.

Aw, shucks!

I was honestly surprised at those pictures. When I look at myself in the mirror, that is NOT what I see. So, I just kept going back to the pictures in awe last night. I asked DH if those were just awesome pics that he took or if that was what others see also. He said that that is what I look like. Hmm...cool!

I am up 1 pound today. Back to 160. Went out to eat last night. Mystery shop. Had 2 Stoli Doli Martinis. I am in love! I have found a new drink. Just gotta drink them sparingly- not so low carb. Had chips and salsa, grilled prime rib (the best one that I have ever had!), a couple bites of mashed potatoes, steamed veggies. I should be back down tomorrow or so. After the pics- I am not quite as worried about the last 10 pounds as I was. Although, I am sure that once I come off the high of it- I will be as depressed as always.

Waiting for a phone call from the company that hired me on yesterday. They are supposed to call me to tell me what the next step is going to be in my new hire process. I hope that they call sooner rather than later. I have a couple of shops to do and really don't want to put them off until tomorrow.

Lucky streak is over...didn't win anything on Powerball. Dang it!

[eve_sonata]

I have been totally bad! I haven't even weighed myself cuz i know it is not going to be good. I don't know why i do that? I do great for about 10 days then wham. I think it is d/t that tom. I just want to eat everything chocolate. I have been picking up a lot of extra shifts cuz we have a few nurses out sick or on vacation. I don't really want to pick em up, but i feel guilty if i don't. Silly huh? Going into work at odd hours and sleeping at odd times and not much time to prepare a lc menu.

Going on a little trip starting tomorrow. Plane leaves at 10:30 am. Going to visit a gal pal that i haven't seen in ages. Will return on Tuesday. Then my ass is staying put. I am not going on anymore mini vacations till this summer.
Hopefully my gal pal will want to watch "I can make u thin" on TLC this Sunday night. I am kinda curious about that show.

Stacy great job with your recent weight loss success. The pics turned out great. Your such a pretty lady. You must feel absolutely awesome with where u r at rite now. I am so impressed in your jawline! U don't have a double chin! Sure is funny how we can get such a distorted mental pic of ourselves when others see us differently. I have to tell you, that u r such an inspiration to me and I am sure others. I hope when u get to your goal weight that u will still frequent this site and offer us moral/emotional support. Congrats on the new job as well When u going shopping for new clothes?

Hi there Justine LOL I know how u feel with the scale going up a pound, down a pound. But u r doing fabulous. What is that saying? oh yes
"Being aware, means your halfway there" We need to just keep plodding along and not give in. I think one of my frustrations is that i lose like 10 lbs rite away and i expect it to keep dropping off like that and of course intellectually i know that is not possible but mentally i still hope for it and wish for it and get bummed when it doesn't happen. When i cheat and am bad, i still have this niggling thought running around my brain saying "you know u shouldn't be eating that" I think that is what keeps me coming back and continuing to try. Plus i feel a little guilty when i don't check in with u all with my success or failures.

Hey Paula What up with u girl? How are things going? Haven't seen a post from u in awhile. Thing going okay? I bet u r busy in the yard and such with warmer weather coming your way. Anything new going on in your life?

Well enuf from me for now You all take care and be well. I need to pack my bags and will probably check for more posts before i go to bed.

BTW does anyone have verizon wireless? I can call any verizon cell for free. If anyone does have that and would like to talk on the phone sometime, i think that would be kinda fun. But if that is too scarey or not your style that's cool too. Just an idea.

[jswalker1992]

Wow! Went out last night. Blew it hugely. It added 4 pounds on. Crud! Oh well!