Sue's Journey to FINALLY getting this weight off! - Page 3

seb · 03-14-2007, 09:35 AM

Yolande~I haven't made it since last week. I think it does have a lot of calories, which I'm beginning to think I have to really watch. Bummer. Congrats on the 4 pounds.

crazyredhead · 03-14-2007, 02:34 PM

Sue: you're doing great!!! KUTGW

- H.

sjl330 · 03-14-2007, 06:30 PM

WTG Sue!! You're on a roll now!! Good job.

seb · 03-15-2007, 08:30 AM

Thanks H and Sandy. It's nice to have cheerleaders.

seb · 03-15-2007, 09:55 AM

No cream.........no cheese..........whatever........it's working and I'm down another pound today. So excited. Hope it keeps up for a few days.

Low Carb Mommy · 03-15-2007, 11:02 AM

Yea Sue!!! I'm jumping up and down doing cartwheels...wait..I'm too old for that! Congrats on the pound! I love it when it drops like that!

seb · 03-15-2007, 01:32 PM

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Originally Posted by Low Carb Mommy

Yea Sue!!! I'm jumping up and down doing cartwheels...wait..I'm too old for that! Congrats on the pound! I love it when it drops like that!

Beth~I'm too old for that too......in fact, I never could get the cartwheel thing down. Gymnastics was never my favorite part of PE.

seb · 03-16-2007, 08:59 AM

After a 3.5 pound loss in a week, I was feeling like my weight would go up this morning, but it didn't!

Going out to lunch with DH today and am a little concerned about what the offerings will be there. If there are no A72 friendly meals, I'll just order off the menu and hope they will comply.

My clothes are feeling better on me. My khaki pants had gotten so tight that I couldn't wear them anymore, but are fitting my comfortably now. It takes me a LONG time to go down in sizes because of the way I put on/take off fat, but can't wait to go clothes shopping in the next few months.

Low Carb Mommy · 03-16-2007, 10:34 AM

Way to go Sue!! That is amazing loss! Soon those pants will be too big to wear out! Let us know how lunch goes. Everyone can use some suggestions on how to handle eating out. Have a great weekend!

Yolande · 03-16-2007, 01:08 PM

Congratulation to you. Aren’t we just great? Look at me too. i am down to 176.

seb · 03-16-2007, 02:33 PM

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Originally Posted by Yolande

Congratulation to you. Aren’t we just great? Look at me too. i am down to 176.

Whoohoo Yolande

How exciting!

seb · 03-16-2007, 02:36 PM

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Originally Posted by Low Carb Mommy

Way to go Sue!! That is amazing loss! Soon those pants will be too big to wear out! Let us know how lunch goes. Everyone can use some suggestions on how to handle eating out. Have a great weekend!

Beth~lunch went well. We went to Applebees, and I had a spinich salad, half size, that had red onions, bacon, roasted red peppers and shrimp fried in bacon grease. It came with a hot bacon dressing, but I asked the waitress and she said it had sugar in it, so I just asked them to leave that off and ordered blue cheese dressing. It was very good.

I'm hoping I grow out of these pants fast. There's already starting to feel a little loose in the behind.

crazyredhead · 03-17-2007, 06:47 AM

Sue:

you're kicking _________ (fill in the blank with your favorite noun

)

seb · 03-17-2007, 08:00 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by crazyredhead

Sue:

you're kicking _________ (fill in the blank with your favorite noun

)

Thanks.

seb · 03-17-2007, 08:02 AM

Bought coconut oil yesterday. It could become a problem around here because DH, DD and I love the bark. How to stay out of it????????? Don't know how much I should incorporate into my diet. Yesterday I had 3 T with no ill effects.

Low Carb Mommy · 03-19-2007, 09:08 AM

It's good to be back...how are you Sue? I use the coconut oil but haven't made the bark yet. I am scared that I would eat too much...love chocolate! Is it hard to make? Which recipe did you use? I love Coconut oil...gives me so much energy! What is the weight loss up to now?

seb · 03-19-2007, 10:39 AM

Beth, I've been at 185 for 4-5 days now, but the scale has not fluctuated like it usually does, going 1-2 pounds up and down.

The bark I use is very simple. I don't want to add many carbs to it, so just 3 T coconut oil, 1 T dark cocoa powder (has more fiber than the regular) and1 T Davincis chocolate syrup. I bought some candy forms and poured it into those than froze. They turn out very cute.

I saw that you lost weight on your trip. That's great!

Low Carb Mommy · 03-19-2007, 12:15 PM

That recipe sounds good. I don't know if I can find the Davinci's chocolate syrup around here...would there be something else I could use...sugar free syrup? Are there any carbs in them?

Don't worry about the weightloss...just keep pressing forward and doing the right things. You may need to eat more. If I remember, earlier you were talking about keeping your calories low. You body may not be liking that and be holding onto the fat. Just a suggestion.

seb · 03-19-2007, 01:18 PM

Beth~the SF syrup has no carbs or calories and is sweetened with Splenda. I don't eat low cal, although I was a little shocked on day when I put everything into fitday. I probably eat at least 1500 a day, but I should probably keep better track; it might help me track what helps me lose, what hinders, etc...

Low Carb Mommy · 03-19-2007, 01:27 PM

I keep all my stuff in a notebook and it helps me keep track. Maybe it was that day that I read on your journal. I didn't look back. Thanks for the help.

seb · 03-19-2007, 04:52 PM

I should keep a journal. I used to years ago. It does help to look back and see trends.

seb · 03-20-2007, 10:38 AM

Note to self~don't make the three minute chocolate cake for breakfast. Not at all filling. I had to make some bacon to try to fill up.

Another note to self~buy a notebook for a journal. You really need to do this for yourself.

There, the housekeeping is done for the morning.

No loss on the scale, but I'm realizing that I can't force a loss. I didn't have time to eat much dinner last night before running out to my Bible study, and thought because of that I would have a loss, but no, I didn't.

I used to be able to have a shake for dinner, shake things up a bit, eat less, etc...and have a loss the next day, but it isn't working like that this time. I will just have to be patient and wait this thing out.

I measured on Saturday and had lost more inches.

Not much of a loss overall, but it was a loss, and I am happy about that. Slow and sure is o.k., because I want to keep this fat off once it is gone, and I'm training myself right now to stay in the game, stick with it, and not get discouraged.

sjl330 · 03-20-2007, 01:21 PM

Sue,
You're doing so well! Many small victories along your path and that'll add up to your final victory of goal in the end. And since you're making so many positive changes along the way you'll be a pro at keeping it off too. KUTGW!!

Low Carb Mommy · 03-20-2007, 02:19 PM

I think you understand this WOL more than most on here! I am so proud of you for hanging in there and seeing the bigger picture. Inches are wonderful! It makes us look thinner than pounds, I think. I am sure you will see a lost very soon. Your body cannot hold onto that fat when you are doing the right things! KUTGW!! BTW...what are you studying at your Bible class?

seb · 03-20-2007, 05:35 PM

Sandy~thanks, you're so sweet.

Beth~thank you also. Such nice people on this board.

I am a facilitator for the Beth Moore Study "Living Beyong Yourself." This is the fourth Beth Moore study we have done, and they are just wonderful. I've learned so much with each one.

seb · 03-20-2007, 05:35 PM

BTW, bought a notebook today and will start this afternoon by writing all my eats down.

Low Carb Mommy · 03-20-2007, 08:08 PM

Good job on the notebook! It keeps me so accountable.

Sounds like a great bible study. I don't think I have done one of hers yet. I have some friends who have and just love them. Now you motivated me to go to the Christian bookstore and look it up. God is so good. He has been my strength in this journey with weight loss. Sometimes we forget to include him in the small things...but I think He cares about all of it. He is honored when we take care of ourselves! Have a restful evening!

seb · 03-21-2007, 08:35 AM

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Originally Posted by Low Carb Mommy

03-16-2007, 08:59 AM	#68
seb Big Yapper!!!! Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: Washington State Posts: 8,000 Gallery: seb Stats: 205/171/140 5'6" 48 Start Date: Restart on 1-29-07	After a 3.5 pound loss in a week, I was feeling like my weight would go up this morning, but it didn't! Going out to lunch with DH today and am a little concerned about what the offerings will be there. If there are no A72 friendly meals, I'll just order off the menu and hope they will comply. My clothes are feeling better on me. My khaki pants had gotten so tight that I couldn't wear them anymore, but are fitting my comfortably now. It takes me a LONG time to go down in sizes because of the way I put on/take off fat, but can't wait to go clothes shopping in the next few months. __________________ Sue

03-14-2007, 09:35 AM	#61
seb Big Yapper!!!! Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: Washington State Posts: 8,000 Gallery: seb Stats: 205/171/140 5'6" 48 Start Date: Restart on 1-29-07	Yolande~I haven't made it since last week. I think it does have a lot of calories, which I'm beginning to think I have to really watch. Bummer. Congrats on the 4 pounds.

03-14-2007, 02:34 PM	#62
crazyredhead MAJOR LCF POSTER! Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: northeast Posts: 2,137 Gallery: crazyredhead	Sue: you're doing great!!! KUTGW - H.

03-14-2007, 06:30 PM	#63
sjl330 Blabbermouth!!! Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: Middle America Posts: 6,342 Gallery: sjl330 Stats: 184/145/140 5'7" WOE: EFGT-Barry Groves Start Date: January 2003	WTG Sue!! You're on a roll now!! Good job.

03-15-2007, 08:30 AM	#64
seb Big Yapper!!!! Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: Washington State Posts: 8,000 Gallery: seb Stats: 205/171/140 5'6" 48 Start Date: Restart on 1-29-07	Thanks H and Sandy. It's nice to have cheerleaders.

03-15-2007, 09:55 AM	#65
seb Big Yapper!!!! Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: Washington State Posts: 8,000 Gallery: seb Stats: 205/171/140 5'6" 48 Start Date: Restart on 1-29-07	No cream.........no cheese..........whatever........it's working and I'm down another pound today. So excited. Hope it keeps up for a few days.

03-15-2007, 11:02 AM	#66
Low Carb Mommy Very Gabby LCF Member!!! Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Georgia Posts: 3,656 Gallery: Low Carb Mommy Stats: 175/135/125 WOE: Atkins-OWL/Maintenance Start Date: September 2006	Yea Sue!!! I'm jumping up and down doing cartwheels...wait..I'm too old for that! Congrats on the pound! I love it when it drops like that!

03-16-2007, 10:34 AM	#69
Low Carb Mommy Very Gabby LCF Member!!! Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Georgia Posts: 3,656 Gallery: Low Carb Mommy Stats: 175/135/125 WOE: Atkins-OWL/Maintenance Start Date: September 2006	Way to go Sue!! That is amazing loss! Soon those pants will be too big to wear out! Let us know how lunch goes. Everyone can use some suggestions on how to handle eating out. Have a great weekend!

03-16-2007, 01:08 PM	#70
Yolande MAJOR LCF POSTER! Join Date: Jul 2002 Posts: 1,127 Gallery: Yolande Stats: 223/200/150 5'2 WOE: Atkins	Congratulation to you. Aren’t we just great? Look at me too. i am down to 176.

03-17-2007, 06:47 AM	#73
crazyredhead MAJOR LCF POSTER! Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: northeast Posts: 2,137 Gallery: crazyredhead	Sue: you're kicking _________ (fill in the blank with your favorite noun )

03-17-2007, 08:02 AM	#75
seb Big Yapper!!!! Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: Washington State Posts: 8,000 Gallery: seb Stats: 205/171/140 5'6" 48 Start Date: Restart on 1-29-07	Bought coconut oil yesterday. It could become a problem around here because DH, DD and I love the bark. How to stay out of it????????? Don't know how much I should incorporate into my diet. Yesterday I had 3 T with no ill effects.

03-19-2007, 09:08 AM	#76
Low Carb Mommy Very Gabby LCF Member!!! Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Georgia Posts: 3,656 Gallery: Low Carb Mommy Stats: 175/135/125 WOE: Atkins-OWL/Maintenance Start Date: September 2006	It's good to be back...how are you Sue? I use the coconut oil but haven't made the bark yet. I am scared that I would eat too much...love chocolate! Is it hard to make? Which recipe did you use? I love Coconut oil...gives me so much energy! What is the weight loss up to now?

03-19-2007, 10:39 AM	#77
seb Big Yapper!!!! Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: Washington State Posts: 8,000 Gallery: seb Stats: 205/171/140 5'6" 48 Start Date: Restart on 1-29-07	Beth, I've been at 185 for 4-5 days now, but the scale has not fluctuated like it usually does, going 1-2 pounds up and down. The bark I use is very simple. I don't want to add many carbs to it, so just 3 T coconut oil, 1 T dark cocoa powder (has more fiber than the regular) and1 T Davincis chocolate syrup. I bought some candy forms and poured it into those than froze. They turn out very cute. I saw that you lost weight on your trip. That's great!

03-19-2007, 12:15 PM	#78
Low Carb Mommy Very Gabby LCF Member!!! Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Georgia Posts: 3,656 Gallery: Low Carb Mommy Stats: 175/135/125 WOE: Atkins-OWL/Maintenance Start Date: September 2006	That recipe sounds good. I don't know if I can find the Davinci's chocolate syrup around here...would there be something else I could use...sugar free syrup? Are there any carbs in them? Don't worry about the weightloss...just keep pressing forward and doing the right things. You may need to eat more. If I remember, earlier you were talking about keeping your calories low. You body may not be liking that and be holding onto the fat. Just a suggestion.

03-19-2007, 01:18 PM	#79
seb Big Yapper!!!! Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: Washington State Posts: 8,000 Gallery: seb Stats: 205/171/140 5'6" 48 Start Date: Restart on 1-29-07	Beth~the SF syrup has no carbs or calories and is sweetened with Splenda. I don't eat low cal, although I was a little shocked on day when I put everything into fitday. I probably eat at least 1500 a day, but I should probably keep better track; it might help me track what helps me lose, what hinders, etc...

03-19-2007, 01:27 PM	#80
Low Carb Mommy Very Gabby LCF Member!!! Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Georgia Posts: 3,656 Gallery: Low Carb Mommy Stats: 175/135/125 WOE: Atkins-OWL/Maintenance Start Date: September 2006	I keep all my stuff in a notebook and it helps me keep track. Maybe it was that day that I read on your journal. I didn't look back. Thanks for the help.

03-19-2007, 04:52 PM	#81
seb Big Yapper!!!! Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: Washington State Posts: 8,000 Gallery: seb Stats: 205/171/140 5'6" 48 Start Date: Restart on 1-29-07	I should keep a journal. I used to years ago. It does help to look back and see trends.

03-20-2007, 10:38 AM	#82
seb Big Yapper!!!! Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: Washington State Posts: 8,000 Gallery: seb Stats: 205/171/140 5'6" 48 Start Date: Restart on 1-29-07	Note to self~don't make the three minute chocolate cake for breakfast. Not at all filling. I had to make some bacon to try to fill up. Another note to self~buy a notebook for a journal. You really need to do this for yourself. There, the housekeeping is done for the morning. No loss on the scale, but I'm realizing that I can't force a loss. I didn't have time to eat much dinner last night before running out to my Bible study, and thought because of that I would have a loss, but no, I didn't. I used to be able to have a shake for dinner, shake things up a bit, eat less, etc...and have a loss the next day, but it isn't working like that this time. I will just have to be patient and wait this thing out. I measured on Saturday and had lost more inches. Not much of a loss overall, but it was a loss, and I am happy about that. Slow and sure is o.k., because I want to keep this fat off once it is gone, and I'm training myself right now to stay in the game, stick with it, and not get discouraged.

03-20-2007, 01:21 PM	#83
sjl330 Blabbermouth!!! Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: Middle America Posts: 6,342 Gallery: sjl330 Stats: 184/145/140 5'7" WOE: EFGT-Barry Groves Start Date: January 2003	Sue, You're doing so well! Many small victories along your path and that'll add up to your final victory of goal in the end. And since you're making so many positive changes along the way you'll be a pro at keeping it off too. KUTGW!!

03-20-2007, 02:19 PM	#84
Low Carb Mommy Very Gabby LCF Member!!! Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Georgia Posts: 3,656 Gallery: Low Carb Mommy Stats: 175/135/125 WOE: Atkins-OWL/Maintenance Start Date: September 2006	I think you understand this WOL more than most on here! I am so proud of you for hanging in there and seeing the bigger picture. Inches are wonderful! It makes us look thinner than pounds, I think. I am sure you will see a lost very soon. Your body cannot hold onto that fat when you are doing the right things! KUTGW!! BTW...what are you studying at your Bible class?

03-20-2007, 05:35 PM	#85
seb Big Yapper!!!! Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: Washington State Posts: 8,000 Gallery: seb Stats: 205/171/140 5'6" 48 Start Date: Restart on 1-29-07	Sandy~thanks, you're so sweet. Beth~thank you also. Such nice people on this board. I am a facilitator for the Beth Moore Study "Living Beyong Yourself." This is the fourth Beth Moore study we have done, and they are just wonderful. I've learned so much with each one.

03-20-2007, 08:08 PM	#87
Low Carb Mommy Very Gabby LCF Member!!! Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Georgia Posts: 3,656 Gallery: Low Carb Mommy Stats: 175/135/125 WOE: Atkins-OWL/Maintenance Start Date: September 2006	Good job on the notebook! It keeps me so accountable. Sounds like a great bible study. I don't think I have done one of hers yet. I have some friends who have and just love them. Now you motivated me to go to the Christian bookstore and look it up. God is so good. He has been my strength in this journey with weight loss. Sometimes we forget to include him in the small things...but I think He cares about all of it. He is honored when we take care of ourselves! Have a restful evening!