Fabulous 40's #21

Hi all! Hopefully it was OK for me to start a new thread! Just figured it was about time since we are now on page 2 on the main pen pal page!

Where is everyone???? No one has posted in such a loooong time!

Well, I lost my Easter pounds that I gained plus 2 more lbs. So I am happy! Although, now my neurologist put me on a medication to help my the tingling and numbness in my hands and feet. It is called Neurontin. I guess it's a seizure medication, but helps people with periphial neuropathy. I am just hoping it won't make me stall or gain weight!!!!!!!!!! After all this hard work I have done, I DON'T want some medication to mess up all my efforts!!! Anyone know anything about this drug and if you think it will mess me up? I know if says if you don't drink alot of water with it that you will retain water. All I can do is hope and pray that I will still be able to lose!

I hope everyone is ok out there in cyberland!!! I miss you gals!!!! Hope to see a new posting soon!!!!

Hugs to you all, Rita
ps. still no news to when hubby will be coming home!

[KIS13]

Hi Rita - It has been a long time since anyone has posted for sure...I stopped posting because it seemed like everyone else did and there was a lack of interest or something. I too miss hearing about everyone progress. Congrats on your loss! I hope the meds don't mess you up, just stick with it. I have been doing fair I sort of lost my ambition and I am looking to get it back!!
I am having difficulty trying to get through the induction, I don't know why, I did it before with no problem. So...since I am having trouble doing that I figured I would just keep my carbs at a low level and see what happens there. I bet if you inquired with atkins they would be able to tell you weither thst medication will stall you etc.. research it on the net if you haven't already. Well, I wish you loads of luck. Take care and have a great low carb day!

I hope everyone else that checks in is doing well.

[Princess Di]

Hi ladies, I have checked in a few times too, but like you said it really seems to be fizzling out. Kis, I saw the "South Beach Diet" on a talk show this weekend, it seemed a little less restrictive than Atkins, maybe that is something you'd be interested in. DH and I are considering buying the book this week and giving that a shot. We have been doing pretty good, but are ready to expand our diet a bit more and I think that diet allowed more of the healthy carbs like whole wheat, sweet potatoes, etc. We have been working out more lately, but we are also starting to eat more off the plan than we'd like to, so we decided it was time to try a new plan. I will let you know how it goes! I will post more later, I have to grab a bite before my lunch hour is over!! Take care, Diane

Hi all!

Soooo glad someone decided to "check in!" I missed everyone!!

Kis13- Hi there! So glad to see you! Thanks for the congrats! I have done a research about the drug and it says that it does cause water weight gain. Arrrg! I just hope if I drink LOTS of water I will be ok. I did talk to someone here in the lowcarbfriends chat room and they are on a similar med and she said she is still losing, so that gives me hope! I know what you mean about how hard it is to keep on induction. I still try and keep my carbs under 20 a day, but it isn't easy!! Keep your carbs low and I'm sure you will see a loss soon!

Ricks wife- Hi there! So glad to see you too! The "South Beach diet" sounds interesting. I haven't heard of it. I'll have to check it out! If you get the book, let us know how you liked it!

Good news!!! They finally found a replacement for my hubby, so he should be coming home soon!!! Yippeeee!!! I guess now the problem is trying to get a plane to get him off the island! I hope they can get one soon! I'll keep you posted!! I'm just happy that there is a light at the end of the tunnel!

Hope to hear from TxCharity, Mariooch and the rest of the gals soon! Take care! Rita

[KIS13]

WOW!....It is so nice to see familiar names again!!

Rick's Wife - That new plan sounds really interesting. Is there a website that I can check out? I really do miss having yellow rice with chicken and wheat bread on occasion. Keep us up to date and let us know how it works for you. Meanwhile good luck and happy losses.

Rita - Glad to hear that the meds may not be to awful for you...I am sure the water drinking will help. I am so glad that your hubby will get to come home soon...I know you too have a lot to catch up on and to be grateful for!! Tx Charity is on vacation visiting her mom. I think she will be back next week. I'm not sure about Mariooch. I haven't heard from her in a long time. I hope she is doing well.

I did pretty good yesterday, I didn't eat very much really. I had 2 eggs and 3 slices of bacon for breakfast, a couple of bites of steak for lunch and a 3 inch ham & cheese sandwich (yes I ate bread) for dinner. I really didn't think it was all that bad a little over on the carbs because of the bread but not a lot. I at least had something different for a change....lol I have decided to try and just keep the carbs down real low. I was wondering though, do I have to do the induction in order to lose or will just cutting down on the carbs make me lose?

Well, I hope to see you all here tomorrow or later today. Meanwhile, have a wonderful day and big hugs to everyone!!

Hi all!

Kis13- Looks like it is just us 3 posting for now huh? It is still nice hearing how your both doing. As for your question. We all lose differently, but I would think if you try and keep your carbs really low and don't eat sugar, you should still see a loss. Maybe not as quickly but a loss of some kind I'm sure. I mostly keep to induction foods still, plus some fruit and try and keep my carbs under 20 a day and am still losing. I have been bad this week though. I just can't seem to get through a day with out some cheat food! Yesterday I was really craving chocolate its that TOM and I can't believe I actually bought a snickers bar and ate it!!! First one in a year!! What was I thinking? LOL I felt sick afterwards and now I know it wasn't worth it! Live and learn I guess! I am back on track today and will really try and stay there! Hope all is well with you. Yes, it will be great to see DH again soon! We do have LOTS to catch up on!! Thanks for thinking of me.

Ricks wife- Hope all is well with you too! Keep posting, we love hearing from you!

Mariooch and the others.....where are you???? We miss you!!!

Have a great low carb day! Rita

[Princess Di]

Hi ladies! I bought my South Beach Diet book, but unfortunately haven't had time to really look at it. I hope to look at it this weekend and grocery shop so I can start on Sunday or Monday. I have done well maintaining my Drs. goal for 6 weeks, but it's time to move on and get this last 20 lbs off!! I finally got out of queen size pantyhose (woohoo!) and into a size B...I was in a size 3X queen 2 1/2 years ago!! I I am working out pretty faithfully now and I'm up to 40 minutes on my elliptical trainer. DH and I work out together every morning before work. Sunday we took a 4 mile walk (even after working out 40 minutes in the morning). If I would focus on my weightloss a little more these days I'd be kicking butt with all the exercise I've added! That's why I thought I'd switch diets and try something new for awhile...The worst thing that will happen is I won't like it as much and I can always go back to Atkins. I'd better post this and get ready for work...TGIF!!! Diane

HI all! How is everyone? I'm hangin in there! I've had a really bad week diet wise. Just can't quit eating bad foods. Everyday I keep telling myself I won't cheat, and I do! I know I can get back on track. I just have to be more firm with myself! LOL

Also, I've been stressed out lately because I am having alot of female problems. I had a pelvic ultrasound yesterday and will find out the results next week. I just hope I don't have to have a hysterectomy. I've heard horror stories about them.

Ricks wife- Sounds like your doing great! Wow, wish I could do as much exercise as you have been doing lately. I guess I've hit a slump. Congrats on wearing a size B now in pantyhose! It is a great feeling getting out of the queen size isn't it? I'm having so much fun buying smaller clothes and lingerie. I just have to get back on track so when hubby gets home I can "WOW" him! LOL I have lost 35 lbs since he's been gone so I'm sure he will tell the difference.

KK, How are you doing? Good I hope.

Well, I gotta run. Happy low carbing everyone!

Hugs to all, Rita

[Princess Di]

Hi Rita, did you find out when DH is coming home yet? The scales are looking pretty good for me, I am at my lowest in years, still 18 lbs from my goal, but getting closer. I increased the intensity in my workout last night and it seemed to help. I have added a few different foods from the South Beach diet book which is a nice change of pace. I wonder where everyone is??? I miss hearing from everyone. How are you doing Kis13?? I hope you this finds you happy and well...Have a great day ladies...Diane

HI All!

I finally got myself on track again! I am really watching my carbs, doing my pilates, lifting my free weights and walking my dogs. I feel so much better eating the low carb way!

I did find out when DH will be coming home! May 30th!!! Yipeeee! I can't wait to see him!!! Six months is a loooooong time to be apart. Specially since this was the first time we have been apart for so long in 17 yrs.

I haven't found out my test results yet. I hope that I do soon!

Hope everyone has a great low carb day!

TxCharity are you back from your vacation yet?? We miss you!!!
Mariooch- where are you??? We miss you too!!!
Ricks wife- your doing great! keep up the good work!!!
KK- how are you girl? Hope all is well!!!
Everyone else- we hope to hear from you soon too!

Hugs to all, Rita

[Tx Charity]

I am back !!! Had a great visit as far as vsiting my momma and friends ..... As far as food I gave in and ate all the yummie foods that my whole life was all about up in IL ....
We got back to Texas late last night adn I am back on program today... I am so thankful for this BB it is a big part of my strength and accountability .....

(((((((((((((((((((Rita)))))))))))))))) So glad you have a date on May 30th!!! Give him a big hug for me and tell him thank you for serving our country !!! You all will remain in my prayers.... Hugs t o you !!

((((((((((((((((Kis)))))))))))))))))))))) Girl you are such a blessing and I missed you so much!! Good to read your posts !! :-) We will make it you know that and I know that so we will just do it !!

(((((((((((Ricks Wife))))))))))))))) WoW to be your lowest in years is awsome I am so happy for you!! Keep up the good work!!!

I agreee with you all Mariooch and all the others you are all missed!!! Hugs to all!! :-)

[KIS13]

Hi everyone,

Tx Charity - you know I am so glad you are back!!!

Rita - So glad to hear you have a date when your honey gets to come home..I know you are more than excited about that. Keep up the good work. I will keep you in my prayers!!

Diane - Way to go girl.....you should be very proud of yourself! Keep it going!

I am doing pretty good. I started induction once again....lol Mother's day really messed me up so I decided this is it...I have to do this or I am going to be one miserable person and I really like to be happy. So today is day 2 yeehaww I have actually been keeping my carb count below 15 per day so far.

Sure miss all of the regulars to this thread...stop and let us hear from you sometime....

((((((((((((((((((((((Group Hug)))))))))))))))

Have a wonderful lowcarb day everbody!

Hi all! So happy to see you back to the BB TxCharity!!! Hugs to you!!((((((TxCharity)))))) Sounds like you had a great time visiting family, that's great!!! Glad to hear your back on track eating the low carb way! YOU CAN DO IT!!! Thank you for all your wishes! Yes, I am so VERY happy that hubby will be home in 2 weeks!!! I will give him your message. Thanks girlfriend!!!!

KK- so glad to hear your back on induction. YOU CAN DO IT!!! After falling off the track myself for a week, I am back on track and feeling soooo much better! We are all on this weight loss journey together and together we WILL do it!!!!!!!!

Diane- Your doing great! Keep up the good work!

I'm upset because they didn't get a good enough view in my pelvic ultrasound that I had dont last week, so now I have to wait another month and get it re-done!!! Grrrrr! They did see some cysts, but want to confirm it. It is just so frustrating playing this waiting game!!

Wishing everyone a great low carb day! Rita

[Tx Charity]

((((((((((((((((((Rita))))))))))))))))) So sorry you are having a very trying time with the Dr's right now..... Your in my prayers..... Wow 2 weeks till hubby I am so so happy fo r you girl!! The days will go fast as you all get ready for him return ... Hugs to you all!!

[Princess Di]

Good morning ladies, just a quick note before work. We had a wonderful weekend, it was warm and sunny and we got so much done around the yard....I feel alive again!! Dh and I both got sunburned, but it was worth it to have such beautiful weather finally.
Tomorrow we are going to start walking in the morning again with DH's mother and stepfather. We did it years ago, but never started again after the winter. I am in hopes that it will help shape my legs and butt.
I like the additional foods that southbeach has allowed us to eat. We have added yogurt and whole wheat wraps so far. We are still doing the diet our way, counting weight watcher points to contol our portions, but just doing a lower carb version.
It's so nice to see TxCharity back!! We really missed ya!!!
Well I'd better get ready for work...Have a great day ladies! Diane

[KIS13]

Hi everyone, I just wanted to stop in and say hi and see how everyone is doing....

Diane - Sounds like the southbeach diet is really working for you. I bet the weather is beautiful where you are, its so darn hot here in Fla. I don't think I will ever get use to it, I have lived here most of my life and I hate it when the temps reach the 90's.

The weekend was good for me, I was tempted a few times but stayed true to plan I just wish I could get the sticks to turn color! Oh well, I hope everyone else is doing well, check in when you can. take care and big hugs to all!!

Have a great lowcarb day!!

Hi all!

Guess what? I got the best news today! Hubby is coming home a week early!! He will be home this Friday!!! Can you tell I'm excited??? LOL Four more days! I can't wait!!!

I am finally back on track eating low carb. I had a minor setback and had a major cheat last week. I gained 3 lbs. But, I know I can get those 3 lbs. off, and more, being strict and going back on induction. I found out I really am a "carb and sugar addict" and the more carbs and sugar I was eating, the more I wanted! I am determined though, and know I can do this!!!! Here is to a better low carb week!!!

KK- Don't worry about the sticks. I had a hard time getting them to turn color too when I was first starting out, but the scale and the way my clothes fit, showed me that I WAS losing!!! And that is all that matters! I sympathize (sp?) with you about the hot weather! It was 98 here today! And it is just going to get hotter as the summer progresses. I don't think I will ever get used to it either!!! Hang in there girlfriend!!!

Rick's wife- sounds like the South Beach diet is working well for you! That's great! Who is the author of that book? I'd like to look it up on the internet and order the book. That's great that you are going to get back into walking! I think walking is a great form of exercise. You will shape up your legs and butt in no time! hehe

TxCharity- as always girlfriend, thank you for always keeping my family and myself in your prayers! Hugs to you! ((((((((((((Tx Charity)))))))))))))))) Hope your doing well!

Hope everyone has a great low carb week! Hugs to all my low carb friends, Rita

[KIS13]

Morning everyone...just stopping in to say hello.

Rita...I am so happy for you that your honey is coming home early!! I too am a carb addict for sure, I could skip the sweets but not the starches! But now I am doing good and I stay away from the things that put me into this shape. You keep up the good work, seems like a lot of us are starting over again...lol It was hard for me at first but I am finally there. I would feel better if the scale would move though. Well, got to run.... I wish everyone a wonderful lowcarb day! Til later....big hugs

[Tx Charity]

(((((((((((((((((((((RITA & HUBBY)))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))
Hugs and prayers !!!! Wish we all could be there to wave banners and give him hugs to Thank Him for standing Proud for all of us!!! Its such a blessing to have been connected to you all and to have the priviledge to pray for you all !! My prayers will continue till all the troops are home!!! Thanks again ( Rita's Hubby) By the way I just want you to know your wife is a Great person we love her to pieces!! God Bless you all!!

(((((((((((((Ricks Wife)))))))))))))))) Good to read your posts!!!! I need to read more about the Southbeach food plans so I know what your doing !!! :-) Best wishes to you !!!

((((((((((((((((((((((Kis))))))))))))) Girlfriend had to hug your kneck .... You know your a blessing and such a Joy to have around !! :-) WOW I must go I have email I have an email from Ocean....HAHAHAHAH Wonder who that could be !!! :-)

Hi all!

Thank you all for your Congrats!!! Thank you too for being there for me and for being so supportive!! Hugs to you all!!!!
I am so happy DH is coming home too! I went out and bought lots of "welcome home" banners, balloons, and American flags to wave at the airport!! I'm just sooo thrilled!!!

I finally am getting some answers about my health problems. I saw a doctor yesterday and she did see a cyst on my cervix which has been giving me alot of bladder problems and pain. I just hope I can get in to have it removed soon. She did put me on a medication to relieve the pain. I feel like a walking medicine chest lately! LOL I just hope all these meds don't stall me on my weight loss.

I am doing much better with my low carb eating. Now I just have to stick to it. I CAN DO IT!!!

Thanks again all and have a great low carb day! Rita

[Tx Charity]

(((((((((((((((((((((((Rita))))))))))))))))))))) I am so happy for you and your family !!
Girl its good that you are finally finding answers to your questions on your health... Did the Dr say what kind of cyst you are most likely dealing with ???? Please keep me posted !! Girl you are in my prayers!!!!
Hugs & prayers & luv to you!!

[Princess Di]

Morning all! Rita did DH get home as scheduled? Looks like everyone is out enjoying the long weekend. We have had a rainey weekend, but atleast it's not snowing!! My friend Vicki gave me 3 pairs of shorts, a skirt and a dress yesterday.....I still can't believe I'm getting her hand me downs as I never thought of her as a big girl....even though that's how I still perceive myself. Everytime I buy a size 14 I figure it's mislabled, but when she gave me all of those in 14's I guess my tags are right, lol. I think I could fit into some 12's now too-depending on the cut, etc. We went to 2 barbecues yesterday, so ended up eating and drinking a few things off plan, but we could have been so much worse! We got so many compliments on our weight loss and it's so nice to feel like we finally have the upper hand. We have been working out everyday for 40 minutes and actually enjoying it. We started walking last week, but it really doesn't feel like enough of a workout and we kind of dread going, so we may stop. I prefer throwing on my workout clothes (sports bra and shorts) which I would never wear into public and having my "bed hair" when I work out instead of having to try to make it look "people friendly" enough to go walking!! Oh, I have to tell you this because it made my day....a friend of mine told me the other day that I was actually the topic of discussion at her husbands job the other day....a 25 year old guy was saying how "hot" I was looking these days....lololol I laughed because I think the word hot and I only belong in the same sentence as me and the weather!!!! Imagine me, the 41 year old grandmother of almost 3 "Hot"????? hehehehehehehehehe We have been taking our measurements monthly since January and I have lost a total of 34 inches and he has lost 54 inches!! I was anxious to see what the elliptical trainer was doing for my thighs because I could see a difference in 1 month and I lost 2" in each thigh in a month!! I can see the "elephant skin" firming up in the inside of my thighs, so I'm very pleased.....now I need to work on my arm "wings" any suggestions?? My elliptical trainer has moving arms, but I really don't feel any real benefit from it yet. Well I'm certainley long winded this morning, I should run.....Have a great day ladies! Diane

[KIS13]

I just wanted to check in to say hello. I hope everyone enjoyed the holiday weekend. I didn't do much, just releaxed and read, oh and made salsa...yummy!

I was very excited this morning its the end of induction for me and for the first time those darn sticks finally turned...yippeee!!!!!!

I never knew I could get so excited about a little stick changing color...lol I am down a total of 20-1/2 pounds and determined to succeed!!! The one thing I noticed is I was eating a lot of protein, now weither that has anything to do with it or not I am not sure but I will try to continue to do what is needed. I started to do crunches yesterday....2 sets of 16 until I get use to the actual act of exercising...lol

Rita, Diane and Texas Charity - I wish you all a wonderful day with lots of success and happiness. Take care and have a great lowcarb day!!

Hi all!!!

Just a quick note to tell you all that my hubby made it back safe and sound!!! Yiipppeeeee!!! He actually got to come home a week earlier than planned, so I was soooo happy!!! We had a great reunion at the airport and a friend of ours hired a limo to take us home!! We had a great time!!

Now he is adjusting to the time change, jet lag, and family life again. The kids and I are just thrilled that he is home!!! Thank you all again for being there for support! I love you all!!!

Ricks wife- loved your story! I bet you are "hot" girlfriend!!hehehe Isn't it so nice to hear things like that? I know I love it when people compliment me too. I went from a size 24 to a size 12/14 and I know what you mean, I still wonder if there labeled correctly! LOL As for the "arm wings" I wish I knew the answer too, because I'm fighting the same situation. I have been lifting free weights and consentrating on my triceps and it is helping a little.

KK- so glad your sticks are turning for you!! Yippeee!!!

Ok, well hubby says dinner is ready so I gotta run! hehe It's so nice to have him cooking for me for a change!!!

TxCharity and Mariooch- A quick hug and hope all is going well for you both!

Hugs to you all, Rita

[Tx Charity]

Rita I am so happy for you and your family!!!!!!
Hugs to each of you !!!!!

KK..... I am so so PROUD of you girl !!!! You are doing a great job!!!!!! Keep up the great job girl!!!! You know I believe in you !!! :-)

Diane... Hope your sunburn has turned all nice and brown now !! :-)

Hubby and I have been off all over the state of Texas riding Roller coasters we had so much fun!!! Hope everyone has a great week!!! Hugs to all!!