~♥~ YES WE CAN! ~ Jan 2009 ~♥~

[LoraJR72]

Good Morning, Y'all!

As I wrote on another thread my goals this year are to make better choices and to get organized. Looks like Sunday will be a busy one. I want to organize my desk here at home. I need to make room for school work as well as my own projects.

My biggest need isn't to lose weight. I want to tone up the skinny fat and look sleek!

[hummingbird11]

Yeah, I definitely need to get organized and stop procrastinating!
THAT is truly my WORST habit! I procrastinate on EVERYTHING!!

Lora! Congrats on 60 lbs gone!!!!!
And Kim, your stats are inspiring!!!

Maybe you two will share some of your weight-loss tips with us??

[Lbertas]

Morning Ladies,
No I don't make resolutions because I can never seem to keep them.

Better run and get lemon water.
BBL

Alberta

[DaisyGG]

Yes! Tips tips tips!

[ragtopwife]

Morning all. My resolutions are still up in the air. I am taking a long hard look at myself and trying to figure out what I want to do with me (other than lose weight). Unfortunately I keep getting interrupted while "looking" so it may take me a day to firm up my resolutions.

Speaking of... ahem... "firm" well lets just say that resolution got... um.... "handled" last night.

Oh yes. I do try to make a few resolutions that I absolutely know I can keep so.... I resolve to Not sniff drain cleaner, lick restroom floors or start smoking cuban cigars. Yep. Got it.

Last year it was no necrophilia or eating insects. Totally aced those resolutions!

[LoraJR72]

Originally Posted by DaisyGG

Yes! Tips tips tips!

Never give up and throw in the towel.
Find the plan that best suits your needs for your entire life.
There is no magical cure for weight loss, but the good news there is treatment.

[realityjunkee]

Originally Posted by DaisyGG

Yes! Tips tips tips!

There is no magic to it, my only tip is to make sure you know it's not a diet. It's about a lifetime change and avoiding the addiction. I can't eat that way again, ever. One day and I'm a goner. I've done it twice before. One day of whatever I want and it's a year-long downward spiral with a net result of 100+ lbs back on my body.

I do believe those who aren't morbidly obese can occasionally stray with no bad effects. I know I can't.

Whoa--that's deep for this early in the morning Maybe I should just change my statement to "Eat More Eggs". Yep...that works too, lol.

[sheshy]

Morning Ladies!

Here's the Question of the Day ~
What is your favorite Low Carb (on plan) recipe or food? And if it's a recipe, are you willing to share?

Originally Posted by LoraJR72

Good Morning, Y'all!

As I wrote on another thread my goals this year are to make better choices and to get organized. Looks like Sunday will be a busy one. I want to organize my desk here at home. I need to make room for school work as well as my own projects.

My biggest need isn't to lose weight. I want to tone up the skinny fat and look sleek!

Hi Lora,

Exercise is my #1, too...and I love the organizing idea. I think I might add that to my "to do" list this year. I have a drawer and closet that really need some attention!

Originally Posted by hummingbird11

Yeah, I definitely need to get organized and stop procrastinating!
THAT is truly my WORST habit! I procrastinate on EVERYTHING!!

Lora! Congrats on 60 lbs gone!!!!!
And Kim, your stats are inspiring!!!

Maybe you two will share some of your weight-loss tips with us??

Great idea...we need tips!

Originally Posted by Lbertas

Morning Ladies,
No I don't make resolutions because I can never seem to keep them.

Better run and get lemon water.
BBL

Alberta

Morning Alberta! Enjoy the water!

Originally Posted by DaisyGG

Yes! Tips tips tips!

Originally Posted by ragtopwife

Morning all. My resolutions are still up in the air. I am taking a long hard look at myself and trying to figure out what I want to do with me (other than lose weight). Unfortunately I keep getting interrupted while "looking" so it may take me a day to firm up my resolutions.

Speaking of... ahem... "firm" well lets just say that resolution got... um.... "handled" last night.

Oh yes. I do try to make a few resolutions that I absolutely know I can keep so.... I resolve to Not sniff drain cleaner, lick restroom floors or start smoking cuban cigars. Yep. Got it.

Last year it was no necrophilia or eating insects. Totally aced those resolutions!

Oh you're a funny girl this morning !! Love those '08 resolutions! And glad you got off to a good start this year !!

Originally Posted by LoraJR72

Never give up and throw in the towel.
Find the plan that best suits your needs for your entire life.
There is no magical cure for weight loss, but the good news there is treatment.

Originally Posted by realityjunkee

There is no magic to it, my only tip is to make sure you know it's not a diet. It's about a lifetime change and avoiding the addiction. I can't eat that way again, ever. One day and I'm a goner. I've done it twice before. One day of whatever I want and it's a year-long downward spiral with a net result of 100+ lbs back on my body.

I do believe those who aren't morbidly obese can occasionally stray with no bad effects. I know I can't.

Whoa--that's deep for this early in the morning Maybe I should just change my statement to "Eat More Eggs". Yep...that works too, lol.

Great tips ladies, and so true!



Okay, so it's snowing again...we have about 3 inches or so, not bad just pretty!

I decided to take today off of work since everyone else did, wheee! So, DD and I are going to do a little running around and then do lunch (on plan, of course).

Then it's home to exercise, weights for sure and maybe Jillian's DVD today.

I haven't planned out my menu for the day...but you can watch the progress of my day from the fitday link below, if you're interested.

[Lbertas]

My tip would be to journal your foods make sure you know what you are eating whether it be too little or too much either way you are setting yourself up for failure not too lose.
I was eating way too little I use to have this mentality of "hey I got fat from eating so I better not eat, big mistake funny as it sounds you do have to eat to lose"
BBL

Alberta

[Lbertas]

EGGS I love eggs I can fix them in so many different ways, deviled, fried in evoo, scrambled. You name it I love my eggs. I hope others have more ideas on how to fix eggs they could share.
Very good question Shelly.

Alberta

Originally Posted by sheshy

Morning Ladies!

Here's the Question of the Day ~
What is your favorite Low Carb (on plan) recipe or food? And if it's a recipe, are you willing to share?

Hi Lora,

Exercise is my #1, too...and I love the organizing idea. I think I might add that to my "to do" list this year. I have a drawer and closet that really need some attention!

Great idea...we need tips!

Morning Alberta! Enjoy the water!



Oh you're a funny girl this morning !! Love those '08 resolutions! And glad you got off to a good start this year !!



Great tips ladies, and so true!



Okay, so it's snowing again...we have about 3 inches or so, not bad just pretty!

I decided to take today off of work since everyone else did, wheee! So, DD and I are going to do a little running around and then do lunch (on plan, of course).

Then it's home to exercise, weights for sure and maybe Jillian's DVD today.

I haven't planned out my menu for the day...but you can watch the progress of my day from the fitday link below, if you're interested.

[realityjunkee]

I have to say hands down my favorite LC food is cheese. All and any kinds.

Unfortunately it is not a good choice for me--I have to use moderation.

I have to agree that eggs are the most versatile LC food available. I use them for eggs, rolls, casseroles, pancakes, you name it, you can probably use it for nearly any dish.

[gynx8467]

Originally Posted by Lbertas

Jennifer You didn't see me this morning? I posted. Boo hoo I know I am not that small by no chance Glad you were thinking of me though

BBL

Alberta

[COLOR="Blue"]Sorry Alberta! I have too many posts to catch up when I get a chance to get on here. Forgive me!!![/COLOR]

Originally Posted by sheshy

I'll volunteer to do the Question of the Day!

I know it's a little late, but let's start off this evening!


Question of the Day:

Do you make New Years Resolutions? And if so, what is you most success resolution?

[COLOR="blue"]I normally don't make resolutions. I have affirmed this year to become more organized and healthier. [/COLOR]
[quote=hummingbird11;11340679]LOL !! I made that same resolution to hubby last night !!

Bless his heart, he's so patient with me. Says it "doesn't matter". But it does matter!
QUOTE]
[COLOR="blue"]Yeah me too!!!
[/COLOR]

Originally Posted by ragtopwife

Speaking of... ahem... "firm" well lets just say that resolution got... um.... "handled" last night.

[COLOR="blue"]Yeah ok I fixed that problem last night and this morning. DH had the day off with me today.

Hope everybody is having a great day. Just a quick check in to see how everyone is doin. Still no computer at home, so I am at moms for a few minutes but have to go home now.

Menu for today
bf- fried egg, sausage
l- grilled chicken and shrimp w/ cheese and salad w/ guacamole
d- not sure yet may be out!!!

I will try to check in tomorrow!!! See ya later!! [/COLOR]

[gynx8467]

Originally Posted by sheshy

Morning Ladies!

Here's the Question of the Day ~
What is your favorite Low Carb (on plan) recipe or food? And if it's a recipe, are you willing to share?

[COLOR="Blue"]My favorite LC food would have to be cheese. I love chicken wings though!!! [/COLOR]

[realityjunkee]

Originally Posted by gynx8467

[COLOR="Blue"]

[COLOR="blue"]Yeah ok I fixed that problem last night and this morning. DH had the day off with me today.

Ok, you guys are animals! I was so fat and "it" was so much work we just stopped trying a few years ago--honestly I don't even remember the year. I'm not sure how to get things going again, lol!

[hummingbird11]

Originally Posted by realityjunkee

Ok, you guys are animals! I was so fat and "it" was so much work we just stopped trying a few years ago--honestly I don't even remember the year. I'm not sure how to get things going again, lol!

years?? here...put this on (quick)!!
it should help "get things going" again for ya!!

[Lbertas]

Originally Posted by realityjunkee

Ok, you guys are animals! I was so fat and "it" was so much work we just stopped trying a few years ago--honestly I don't even remember the year. I'm not sure how to get things going again, lol!

Kim I know where you are coming from, but this happens as we age too. I am the oldest here I can tell from experience. I was listening to the Doctors on TV this morning while cleaning yes I decided to organize all my girly things in my bathroom like I do not need 2 things of cotton balls to remove nail polish with put them together in one. See I need to get organized too since DH is working late shift I can get lots of things done.

Jennifer I was just teasing you on not seeing me, but it did make me feel good that for a min I thought I was small and you did not see me. that's not going to happen until this year.

Todays menu,
B-Protein shake
S-1 oz cheese
L-egg omlet with motzerella cheese in center with salsa
D-chicken rolled in parsmeian cheese

Water 100 punces more if I can
1 green tea
Excercise 75 crunches on ab lounger

BBL

Alberta

[hummingbird11]

NOOOOOOOOOOO!!!!! say it's NOT true!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

PS: I "hear" that Callanetics can help improve "THAT" area!!

Originally Posted by Lbertas

I know where you are coming from, but this happens as we age too.
I am the oldest here I can tell from experience.

[Lbertas]

Originally Posted by hummingbird11

NOOOOOOOOOOO!!!!! say it's NOT true!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

PS: I "hear" that Callanetics can help improve "THAT" area!!

And hormones in balance I think his are loowwwww. Mine are tested every 4 months. Hey would that count as exercise?

[hummingbird11]

Originally Posted by Lbertas

Hey would that count as exercise?

Oh yeahhhhhhhhh!!

[DaisyGG]

Originally Posted by Lbertas

Hey would that count as exercise?

I count it that way.

[DaisyGG]

Oh dear! That looks way naughtier than I meant it to.

[DaisyGG]

My favorite low carb food is two - sour cream and cream cheese. What could go wrong in a day where you can have this stuff? Oh and heavy cream. Nummy.

Fav recipe might be this one I've made a couple of times in the past.

browned sausage
cooked and mashed cauliflower
8 oz softened cream cheese
couple of handfulls shredded cheese

Mix well, bake for 1/2 hour or until bubbly in a 350 degree oven. Love this one.

[hummingbird11]

Originally Posted by DaisyGG

Oh dear! That looks way naughtier than I meant it to.

yeah; yeah. we got your number, you naughty girl!

[Lbertas]

I hate it when I am not hungry and know I should eat. I took my L-Carnitine this morning too along with organizing things in my bathroom closet, I have had my protein drink I went in the ref. and saw 4 eggs left until tomorrow I thought I would have my omelet now and put them away I just grabbed a glass of water instead. I don't like it when this happens then when I do get hungry I grab anything in site, thank god only low carb foods in the house.
BBL

Alberta

[LoraJR72]

Originally Posted by hummingbird11

years?? here...put this on (quick)!!
it should help "get things going" again for ya!!

That's kind naughty, HB!

[hummingbird11]

Originally Posted by sheshy

Question of the Day ~
What is your favorite Low Carb (on plan) recipe or food?

THE INCREDIBLE, EDIBLE, EGG!!
(sung with my mouth full of fried egg sammy on low-sodium EZ bread!)

Oh and I can vouch for that recipe of Daisy's up there! Mmm Mmm GOOD!

But I gotta agree with Jen ~ Hot Chicken Wings are at the top of my list, too!

Originally Posted by ragtopwife

Oh yes. I do try to make a few resolutions that I absolutely know I can keep so.... I resolve to Not sniff drain cleaner, lick restroom floors or start smoking cuban cigars. Yep. Got it.

Last year it was no necrophilia or eating insects. Totally aced those resolutions!

GOSH JEANNE, I JUST DON'T KNOW WHERE YA GET THAT WILLPOWER!!

Originally Posted by Lbertas

I hate it when I am not hungry and know I should eat. I took my L-Carnitine this morning too along with organizing things in my bathroom closet, I have had my protein drink I went in the ref. and saw 4 eggs left until tomorrow I thought I would have my omelet now and put them away I just grabbed a glass of water instead. I don't like it when this happens then when I do get hungry I grab anything in site, thank god only low carb foods in the house.

WOMAN!! EAT YOUR EGGS!!

Originally Posted by LoraJR72

That's kinda naughty, HB!

HEY, NAUGHTY NELLIE!
NOW THAT YOU'RE SKINNY & SEXY, YOU CAN BORROW IT, TOO!!
(IT'S TOO SMALL FOR ME RIGHT NOW )


HEY EVERYBODY, HERE'S AN INTERESTING READ FOR YA!
Weighty Matters and Straight Talk
(re: Jimmy Moore)

OK, I GOTTA GET MY ARSE *OFF* THE BOARD & GET SOMETHING DONE!!

TTYL,
HB

[Lbertas]

I did, I did, all 4 of them with bacon in center I put salsa on top I am good until dinner. I have to try Daisy's meal this comming week sounds yummy. I love Hot wings too but I need to buy ranch dresing to dip them it, what do you ladies dip yours in? Looks like tomorrow I have to by my 3 dozen eggs and more cheese. Better make up a grocery list LOW CARB
BBL




QUOTE=hummingbird11;11343708] THE INCREDIBLE, EDIBLE, EGG!!
(sung with my mouth full of fried egg sammy on low-sodium EZ bread!)

Oh and I can vouch for that recipe of Daisy's up there! Mmm Mmm GOOD!

But I gotta agree with Jen ~ Hot Chicken Wings are at the top of my list, too!



GOSH JEANNE, I JUST DON'T KNOW WHERE YA GET THAT WILLPOWER!!



WOMAN!! EAT YOUR EGGS!! [/QUOTE]

[sheshy]

Originally Posted by DaisyGG

I count it that way.

Originally Posted by DaisyGG

Oh dear! That looks way naughtier than I meant it to.

I like it!

Originally Posted by Lbertas

I hate it when I am not hungry and know I should eat. I took my L-Carnitine this morning too along with organizing things in my bathroom closet, I have had my protein drink I went in the ref. and saw 4 eggs left until tomorrow I thought I would have my omelet now and put them away I just grabbed a glass of water instead. I don't like it when this happens then when I do get hungry I grab anything in site, thank god only low carb foods in the house.
BBL

Alberta

I know what you mean...ketosis is a good thing, but you have to push yourself to eat at times! It's a good problem to have!

Originally Posted by LoraJR72

That's kind naughty, HB!

It is and it's a great way to start our New Years thread!



And I didn't add my favorite LC food! I LOVE all of the other foods mentioned, eggs, wings and cheese, yummy...but my favorite is a big fat steak. In fact, I just got back from the grocery store and picked up three. They had a sale on New York Strips that, I swear, are 2" thick. I had them wrap them up separately so I could throw the other 2 in the freezer. I just have to hide them from DH !!!

So, guess what I'm having for dinner today? Yup, the big fat steak and sauteed mushrooms! I can't wait!

So, any plan for the weekend? Productive or fun?

[hummingbird11]

That's my girl!! Now ya won't get ravenous and eat off-plan!!

I dip my Organic, Antibiotic-Free; FreeRange; Sustainably Farmed HOT CHICKEN WINGS in MORE Frank's Buffalo Wing Sauce! Nuttin' else. I take swigs of LC beer in-between bites!

Originally Posted by Lbertas

I did, I did, all 4 of them with bacon in center I put salsa on top I am good until dinner.

I love Hot wings too but I need to buy ranch dresing to dip them it, what do you ladies dip yours in?

[Lbertas]

Shelly Your steaks with mushrooms sounds so yummy, when is dinner? I forgot about mushrooms on steaks but of course I have not had a steak for a long time I eat mainly chicken or turkey.
This weekend lets see after I get back home from your house enjoying your steak. I am going to Super Target to do my grocery shopping, and a pair of slacks. I bought 1 pair last week but was not sure if I would like it, I do so I am going to buy another. Then hubby is going to do some work on his car while he is doing that I will get utility bills ready for taxes due to our business.
BBL

Alberta

Originally Posted by sheshy

I like it!

I know what you mean...ketosis is a good thing, but you have to push yourself to eat at times! It's a good problem to have!

It is and it's a great way to start our New Years thread!



And I didn't add my favorite LC food! I LOVE all of the other foods mentioned, eggs, wings and cheese, yummy...but my favorite is a big fat steak. In fact, I just got back from the grocery store and picked up three. They had a sale on New York Strips that, I swear, are 2" thick. I had them wrap them up separately so I could throw the other 2 in the freezer. I just have to hide them from DH !!!

So, guess what I'm having for dinner today? Yup, the big fat steak and sauteed mushrooms! I can't wait!

So, any plan for the weekend? Productive or fun?