Lutherans Living Lighter

LilLamb219 · Feb 25, 2008

seajoy said:
I'm sorry , cabin fever or something.

That and you probably already miss the hubby ^_^

How was that coffee you bought and made today?

seajoy · Feb 25, 2008

LilLamb219 said:
That and you probably already miss the hubby

How was that coffee you bought and made today?

I do miss him.

But I get to call him in about an hour.

The coffee was great. :clap:

seajoy · Feb 25, 2008

Jenna said:
I'm just so disappointed, because I was doing so well before I had gotten pregnant. I had lost 30 lbs. and was feeling much more in control of myself. When I got pregnant though, I had to eat all the time to keep from feeling faint. I didn't gain weight, but my body was changing in some dramatic ways. That urge to eat the whole house didn't just stop when we lost Ezra though. Unfortunately, I stopped battling with it, because I was so sad. Now that I am feeling emotionally "better", I have a ton of weight to lose and my fuel gauge doesn't work.

My goodness. I stood in front of the mirror today in shock, because after stepping on the scale.... I realize that when compared to what BMI charts say is my ideal healthy weight.... I am 100 lbs. overweight. Is it possible to swallow one's own head? When I look at myself, I'm not particularly happy. However, I didn't realize that it was THAT bad. *sigh* I could be perfectly happy to only lose 80 lbs. or so. I have no driving need to be really slim. I just want to be healthier. Still, even saying that out loud (or typing it to other people!) is stunning and horrifically frightening. Ugh.

Please don't let that frighten you. I didn't like telling everyone the amount I need to lose either. But it helped somehow. Love yourself now, before you start to lose weight. I need to listen to my own words.

Let's take it slow like LilLamb says. "One day at a time."

So sorry about the loss of your son. Sadness leaves little room for comfort. Food fits the bill nicely....for a while. 2 1/2 years ago, before my daughter's wedding, I lost 35 pounds. Shortly after that, I had to have surgery, then I got fibromyalgia, then my depression kicked in big time. I've since, gained 50lbs. Let's build each other up here. :hug:

We can't turn back the clock, we can only move forward.

Jenna · Feb 25, 2008

SeaJoy -------> :hug:

mrshoperose · Feb 26, 2008

Jenna said:
I don't tend to enjoy chewing gum very much, for some strange reason. I keep a little bit around from time to time, but not with any real regularity. I tried chewing more gum to keep me from snacking, and it just didn't help much. For me, it isn't just about having my mouth moving. I just think that my "I'm full" sensor is broken. lol

Since I have a hard time telling when I am actually satisfied, I'm having to rely on vegetables to fill me up, and then I eat my more calorie-dense protein. Otherwise, I can eat and eat without feel a real cut-off point. The veggies are helping though. If I pair them with a fruit, then my mouth doesn't feel so deprived, since I have a sweet-tooth that just won't quit. This morning, it is tomato and a plum... and probably some organic peanut butter or hummus.

I'm just so disappointed, because I was doing so well before I had gotten pregnant. I had lost 30 lbs. and was feeling much more in control of myself. When I got pregnant though, I had to eat all the time to keep from feeling faint. I didn't gain weight, but my body was changing in some dramatic ways. That urge to eat the whole house didn't just stop when we lost Ezra though. Unfortunately, I stopped battling with it, because I was so sad. Now that I am feeling emotionally "better", I have a ton of weight to lose and my fuel gauge doesn't work.

My goodness. I stood in front of the mirror today in shock, because after stepping on the scale.... I realize that when compared to what BMI charts say is my ideal healthy weight.... I am 100 lbs. overweight. Is it possible to swallow one's own head? When I look at myself, I'm not particularly happy. However, I didn't realize that it was THAT bad. *sigh* I could be perfectly happy to only lose 80 lbs. or so. I have no driving need to be really slim. I just want to be healthier. Still, even saying that out loud (or typing it to other people!) is stunning and horrifically frightening. Ugh.

I know how you feel...

I don't know what my BMI would be, but I am 5'5" and 279 lbs.

It is a LOT more than I have ever weighed, and it sometimes gets me really down. I consider it a small personal victory if I get out and walk for at least 30 min a day. Unfortunately today I didn't, but I'm hoping that tomorrow I will! :prayer:

I feel the same way about losing the weight. I am not interested in being skinny... I just want it to be manageable! Whenever I look in the mirror I feel like it is impossible, but thankfully we don't have very many mirrors, and only one in which I can see my lower body!

On a lighter note... I found a cute picture...

mrshoperose · Feb 26, 2008

seajoy said:
Please don't let that frighten you. I didn't like telling everyone the amount I need to lose either. But it helped somehow. Love yourself now, before you start to lose weight. I need to listen to my own words. Let's take it slow like LilLamb says. "One day at a time."

So sorry about the loss of your son. Sadness leaves little room for comfort. Food fits the bill nicely....for a while. 2 1/2 years ago, before my daughter's wedding, I lost 35 pounds. Shortly after that, I had to have surgery, then I got fibromyalgia, then my depression kicked in big time. I've since, gained 50lbs. Let's build each other up here. We can't turn back the clock, we can only move forward.

mrshoperose · Feb 26, 2008

Well... I got out for a brisk 45 minute walk today...

LilLamb219 · Feb 26, 2008

mrshoperose said:
Well... I got out for a brisk 45 minute walk today...

Awesome!!! :clap:

Flipper · Feb 26, 2008

mrshoperose said:
On a lighter note... I found a cute picture...

Awwww that's so cute!!!! (and unfortunately an asthma attack ready to happen - I'm allergic to cats, especially the long haired ones).

WildStrawberry · Feb 27, 2008

Hooray for everyone exercising! Especially in the weather 'round here. LOL

I've just been running around the house doing housework or sitting here on the computer working on writing and research. Nothing exciting about me at all.

Kae

LilLamb219 · Feb 27, 2008

I'm hoping to get back on the elliptical next week! It's been nearly a month that I've been ill...I can't believe it! But the cough is almost subsided so once that is taken care of, I'm ready to go!!

mrshoperose · Feb 27, 2008

Got out for another 45 minute walk today.

Here's another cute picture....

DaRev · Feb 28, 2008

Boogie-woogie Kitty!

mrshoperose · Feb 28, 2008

LOL, yep!

I got out for another 45 minute walk today!

WildStrawberry · Feb 28, 2008

Hope you are MUCHO Impressive!!

I'm proud of you!

Kae

LilLamb219 · Feb 29, 2008

I shoveled snow today...that's pretty good exercise for someone who hasn't done much for the past 3 weeks! LOL I have lost so much muscle in such a short amount of time from being sick! The shoveling helped me a bit...but I can't wait to get back on the elliptical. I miss it.

seajoy · Feb 29, 2008

I blew it and ate popcorn last night. :sigh:

Starting again today.....

WildStrawberry · Feb 29, 2008

seajoy said:
I blew it and ate popcorn last night. Starting again today.....

Popcorn isn't blowing it!! Unless you're doing a no carb or low carb thing. (actually low carb can have popcorn can't it?)

Popcorn is good for you if you don't drench it in butter. It has fiber and other good things!

And also, if you're starting again today...you SO didn't blow it!!! :clap:

Part of all of this, imho, is believing that there is no blowing it if you get right back on that horse!!!

You can do it! I know you can!

Kae

seajoy · Feb 29, 2008

Thanks Kae!

porterross · Feb 29, 2008

Pocprn is one of those things I'll allow myself from time to time, but it is not a favored snack on Sugar Busters, because corn is a huge no-no. It's one of those foods that turns very quickly to sugar in the body. Just FYI.

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