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CARLEEBLISS
9/19/05 4:44 P
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Thanks Coach Dean!
My birthday weekend was an exercize in gourmet dining this year. EVERYBODY took me out for lunch this week and weekend! I was mostly in good control, but did allow some birthday treats. Now it's time to get back on track!
 Carlee
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SP_COACH_DEAN
9/16/05 8:33 P
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Happy Birthday, Carlee! It's good to see you posting again--your posts are always so positive and uplifting.
Dean
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CARLEEBLISS
9/16/05 4:52 P
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Hi small miracle, how have you been? 
Carlee
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CARLEEBLISS
9/16/05 4:50 P
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Thanks so much Jen!
 Here's a piece of my special cyber-cake (absolutely no calories, carbs, or harmful additives).
:o) CB
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SPARK_COACH_JEN
9/16/05 3:42 P
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Carlee,
Happy Birthday!! I hope all of your wishes come true! 
Coach Jen
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CARLEEBLISS
9/16/05 3:38 P
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Hi Friends,
Nice to read what you all have been writing. I've been up-to-my-eyeballs in the last few weeks with work, meetings, and family -- but it's been a useful kind of busy, and it has not hurt my program any.
Today I'm "61" and not feeling it at all. (Happy Birthday to me and all you other Autumn babies out there! )
I feel way younger than my years, often surprising people with my age ('ya think I really act immature? -- ), I have fairly good health and many blessings to be grateful for today.
I've been having a little guilt about not writing in, but I haven't even turned on the computer when I get home at night.
So today, please accept my thoughts and prayers for the needs of your hearts, and the continuing health of body, mind and spirit.
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AUNT_BEE_1945
5/20/05 2:25 A
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Walking for the march of dimes. That is great. I was one of those little babies. One pound 11 ounces. About 12 inches long. Was a 26 week baby. Was Due August 10. was born May 26th. 1945
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Hello everyone! Glad to see you all doing OK! One pound at a time. I am exhausted this week. I have no energy. Did the walk for the March of Dimes over the weekend. Had enough energy once I got there and started walking. I feel bloated and sluggish this week. Still going to go for that walk in about 1/2 hour. I need energy, not chocolate! My weight seems to be jumping some this week too. water rentention is weird. There is a virus going around that is causing high fever and fatigue. I have the fatigue and a headache, but no fever.
Anyway. Sounds like we all have the motivation, maybe not all the energy we need. Mine comes from sheer force and determination. That 4.4 two weeks ago killed me so I am determined not to let that happen again. WE CAN DO THIS!
Have a great day!
Pam
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AUNT_BEE_1945
5/14/05 12:44 P
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Right on Liz
We have to keep inviting the new people to our forum. We need people here. Aunt Bee
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FIVEBYFIVE
5/14/05 1:43 A
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Find joy in celebrating your dear aunt's life! Keep those special memories of her in your heart! I believe her spirit is with you!
Congratulations on freeing those 3 and 1/4 pounds
of fat cells. Just continue the freedom movement!
Remember, one day at the time, one pound at the
time. We can do this!
In support!
Lizzy
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CAMILLE1952
5/13/05 6:17 P
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| Thank you Aunt Bee. I will miss her very much but she was 88 and not feeling well so it was probably for the best. I've been doing o.k. but my life has been a little topsy turvey as of late so it's been hard to keep up with correct eating habits. The good news is I lost a pound from last week ---hurray...I had lost 30 pounds when I started, put back about 10 in a year's time and now I'm down 3 1/4 pounds--so I'm heading in the right direction.
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AUNT_BEE_1945
5/13/05 5:16 A
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Sorry to hear about your Aunt. My Aunt passed away around Christmas. I understand, being busy, and all. Lots of stress and tears.
Hope you have a good night sleep
Aunt Bee
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CAMILLE1952
5/12/05 2:58 P
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| Nancy: I also had a weekend that was an emotional roller coaster, too Besides it being Mother's Day, we had a wedding to attend and a dear aunt passed away. I didn't know whether to feel happy, sad or in-between. I had noticed that I wanted to munch because of this. It's been a week of a lot of eating out also. I'm almost afraid to weigh myself. I'm hoping next week is better but...I have a son graduating college and it's our 30th wedding Anniversary! YIKES! Camille
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| Your topic line was just what I needed to see. I have been away from Spark People for a couple of months and have been eating poorly. I need to get going again and I am having a hard time doing so. I have been missing the boards, but not taking the time to get on them. I need to "rekindle!" I will be back later today, I hope, to read this thread some more and think about my goals again. I keep letting emotions run my eating. I had a rough Mother's Day and that has had me on an emotional roller coaster. Thanks for posting this topic!
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Hello everyone!
Had a Great Mother's day too! My daughter cooked a roast beef with popovers, mashed potatoes, veggies and a salad. She bought me a mother's day cake a Lemon Chiffon or something like that! Good thing she only bought a small cake enough for all of us to have a piece and then it was gone! We told her fiannce' to eat the cake up as we just wanted a small piece.
I have been getting a few compliments on my weight loss and that sure is an encouragement to keep plugging along!
I've been walking more because the weather is so nice. The treadmill has been idle for some time.
Lizzy - I'm from desert country too but north of 49 parallel.
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FIVEBYFIVE
5/12/05 1:10 A
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Each day is a challenge. I work to get through each 24 hours staying on my program. Some days are easier
than others.
The exercise is helping me mentally and physically. Spring has come to the desert in all its glory and makes for wonderful walking experiences.
Have 3 months until our vacation back East to
see relatives whom we haven't seen for 8 years.
Hope to be near my goal by then.
This journey towards good health isn't easy
but is certainly worth all the effort. When
I reach my goal, I will make maintaining
that goal a lifetime work!
Hope everyone has a great week!
In support!
Lizzy
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AUNT_BEE_1945
5/11/05 5:59 P
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Hello there ladies, I have had a good week so far.
Feel good, looking for a loss next monday. This week I was up on Monday and down 3 on Tuesday, water gain loss I guess.
Haven't use the measuring tape for a while. Had a great Mothers day weekend. Talked to my daughter Jeanna this morning. Always love hearing from my kids.
Washed my hair getting cold have to dry it I guess. It is 57 here not that warm. Have a small roast ready to go in the oven. Have to put it in soon.
I feel like my grandma years ago , I feed the chicken ans put coffee on the wood stove, carried water from the well. Don't have much to say! Love hearing your sweet voice on the phone.
I have managed to lose 10 of the 52 pounds, I had planed to lose this year. Have to keep on track where I can reach my goal come Jan. 01, 2006
Aunt Bee I didn't lose the 10 all at once. Could have had I dug in and work at losing weight. That is just a drop in the bucket! Have a total of 200 to lose.
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CAMILLE1952
5/10/05 8:33 P
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Well, being you are from Buffalo--I'm sure you have heard of Utica? I'm from Utica--some people never heard of it so we refer to it as Upstate. I bet you don't miss those cold winters in Buffalo. Utica is just as bad.
My son is marrying a girl from Lockport NY. The wedding will be there a year from July. My son also went to SUNY College of Fredonia! Camille
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ZANESGRAMMY
5/10/05 6:00 P
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Camille: Where in upstate NY? I'm now in Scottsdale, AZ, but I'm from Buffalo. Just curious.
Gail C.
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CAMILLE1952
5/10/05 5:20 P
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| Thanks Pam. It's beautiful here in Upstate New York today and I am going for a walk tonight! I can't wait. Tomorrow and Thursday will be tough--visitation and funeral! Camille
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Camille,
So sorry to hear about your Aunt. It will be a tough week, but you hand in there. Throw a walk or 2 in to help releave some stress. I am having a menopausal week! Good thing I didn't go grocery shopping yet. I over ate for Mothers day but did cook a couple of things that helped me keep the calories more reasonable. Not doing so well on the exercise, but am determined!
Glad everyone had a good mother's day.
Pam
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CAMILLE1952
5/9/05 8:19 P
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I had a wonderful Mother's Day but unfortunately a dear aunt of mine passed away. I got a little emotional and I'm sorry to say did a little emotional eating. It's going to be a tough week but I will try very hard to stary on track!
Camille
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AUNT_BEE_1945
5/9/05 5:39 P
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I NEED TO FAN THE FLAMES BY EXERCISING MORE! HAD A GREAT MOTHER'S DAY WEEKEND!
AUNT BEE
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Hello, all,
Hope everyone had a wonderful Mother's Day.
Busy week-end with lots of family. Over did
the calories but enjoyed the food. 
Now, I'm back on track! Here's to a great week!
Lizzy
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Camille
I set mini goals during this last week, so I could splurge a little this Mother's Day. I am looking forward to nice dinner.
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CAMILLE1952
5/6/05 6:35 P
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| It's nice here today too! I need to mow my lawn--but that counts as cardio! Yeah! Have a great weekend. I have to watch--going to a wedding tomorrow and out for Mother's Day Sunday. Yikes!
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I behaved myself yesterday and plan on doing the same today. It will be nice so I am going for a walk at lunch time today. Have a great day Carlee and Camille.
Pam
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CAMILLE1952
5/4/05 2:16 P
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Pam and Carlee: I think it's the hardest with weight loss when socializing! It's so easy to pick up the chips and etc. But I keep plugging away!
We'll just have to get thru this together.
Camille
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CARLEEBLISS
5/4/05 10:13 A
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Pam,
Thanks for being so real and so honest -- you are so right, we just have to recognize what the heck we are doing, and try to amend our behavior a little more effectively next time -- then just keep on going forward. Thanks so much!
Carlee
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Good morning Carlee and Camile.
We really do have similar lives. In my family, it is my husband that is acting out! He is under a lot of stress and takes it out on the rest of the family. There is no talking to him when he is like this. Makes me want a lot of chocolate!!! My best friend had a birthday yesterday and we went to Applebees. I orders the House sirloin (7oz) and the Grilled salmon with two sides of veggies instead of the wonderful potatoes that I really wanted. Unfortunately, I found myself over indulging in the endless chips and salsa that they kept bringing. You could see the grease on the chips, but I couldn't seem to quit. Went home very full and now I want to run on the treadmill all day to try to get them out of my system! Yuck!
We are all going to make it. Maybe not a fast as we want, but none the less we will.
Hope you have a great day!
Pam
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CARLEEBLISS
5/4/05 9:42 A
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Hi All, We all seem to be dealing with so many similar issues: weather, work, and other things in life that we cannot control. This has been true for me also, only for me -- it's been relating to family issues. There is a child who is near and dearly loved in my life. He is having some serious struggles that put him at risk, and he's acting out just enough to make his home life very difficult. Obviously, the whole family is very dear to me. It's difficult as a counselor, to see what it's doing to all of them, and sometimes to me, yet have no power to stop it. I commit it to prayer, but I feel helpless because of our closeness. I know that doesn't make any sense. So, anyway, what I'm trying to say is that we all have things that make us vulnerable to acting out with overeating or making wrong food choices. With me, it's often because I don't give myself emotional space in which to allow myself to just FEEL my feelings. I'm just too darn analytical. That's great on the job, but it doesn't work in real life! So-o-o-o here we can share, talk about things, take time to feel... Have a blessed day! THE WEATHER IS TURNING!
Carlee
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CAMILLE1952
5/3/05 2:44 P
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| Well, Miss Pam it hasn't been easy this past week. I've had obligation after obligation and it seems that food has been involved. Been trying hard to stay on track. Hopefully after May the parties will be over...I think! Have a good day. Camille
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Thanks Camille. I need to pay more attention to the Stages. I think I am at stage 2. I am doing better today. Got my attitude back where it needs to be. How are you doing? Is the weather cooperating?
Thanks Carlee! I am hanging in better today. I appreciate the encouragement.
Thanks Oganog! Encouragement for me goes a long way. Now you can see why I was having withdrawals. I know that I can't do this myself, I can do the work, but I need the encouragement!
Pam
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CAMILLE1952
5/2/05 5:45 P
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| Hang in there Pam..I know its hard but get right back on that wagon and re-start! I"ve been going up and down myself for the last 6 months. I've demoted myself in the stages of Spark People. I was up to stage 4 and I've put myself back at stage 2 to see if that helps! Camille
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Hello everyone! I'm back again. Had more problems. Also, had another bad week. Gained 4.4 last week. Trying to stay motivated and upbeat, but 4.4 is making it difficult. I know at least 1/2 is water, but the other is just plain eating the wrong stuff. Going to do better this week. Lengthened by goal date a little to relieve some of the pressure. Glad to see everyone doing well.
Pam
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Hi Carlee......I did miss you, and it is good to have you back........
It has been snowing and raining and cold and not conducive to any walking at the River or even going to my mountain spot........hopefully this next week will see better weather....it has been a total surprise to see January weather in almost May, but it does happen. I have been going to Lady Express for my work outs and doing some yoga and Tai Chi at home.....making a concerted effort to really watch the food intake as I have been gaining back what I have worked so hard to lose.......the girls at work are always bringing in cookies and Goodies that I have trouble resisting.....so I must work harder on that part of my progrm........
My grass is green and thick and looks like a lush carpet.......I have planted two cherry trees and two bushes of some kind in my back yard.....the weeds are popping up so this wet will enable me to get them pulled....not sure if they are reporting sun today or not.....
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CARLEEBLISS
4/30/05 8:38 A
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Hello there Pam!
I sure can relate to the "fear factor" -- that scale is a tyrant, but it is also our friend. For me it keeps me on course. I break all the rules and weight every morning. That way, I can't lie to myself. It has also taught me to look at the way the foods I eat, water, salt, fats, affect my weight on a day to day basis. It also teaches me that I have weight loss cycles of about ten pound plateaus. I'll lose weight for a while little by little, then I get stuck, and think that the darn thing will never budge. It keeps me in touch with reality, and since I weigh everyday, I have a fresh chance everyday to work harder. Also, there is not so much anxiety over a weekly weigh in. I'm so quirky about weight and dieting, that I have to develop strategies to outwit my own defense mechanisms. For me, weighing everyday is just one way to overcome the "fear factor".
CARLEE
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CARLEEBLISS
4/30/05 8:29 A
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HI OKANOG,
HOW'S IT GOING?
I've been having mostly good days in attitude, fair to "middlin" in food choices, and still weak in the exercise area. I am doing more each day to be physical, but it is sure a slow process to go from a bump on a log to a frog! Today, actually this morning I am going for a swim, but I didn't get out to walk every day this last week. We had a wintry blast, then rain for days, that made me wonder if we were going to miss spring altogether. Just wanted to let you know that we are thinking of you!!!! Carlee
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CARLEEBLISS
4/30/05 8:21 A
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HI MYRNA,
How are you today? I see that your messages have inspired a lot of people to write. As you may have read, my computer went into revolt, and I haven't had it fixed yet. Now I am using a laptop, that I'm not too familiar with -- a little discomfort here. It's Saturday, and I am going swimming with a friend. We are blessed to have an indoor and outdoor pool at our complex. It's been a hard week at work. My patients have been going through some difficult times. I'm fortunate to have a job I love, but the paperwork is immense. My sister keeps telling me that I should get out of it and sell my flower arrangements for a living (she's a great sister, she thinks anything I do is beautiful--the eyes of love). I can't do that until I think that God is telling me so, because he's the one I really work for anyway. Are you enjoying your lovely surroundings this week? How is your program going? I love the ROSE!
HUGS!
CARLEE
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CARLEEBLISS
4/30/05 8:09 A
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LIZZY,
YOU ARE AN INSPIRATION! It's nice to hear that you like Curves. We have one in Bowling Green, but I've never been to it. Maybe....I need to check it out. Right now, I AM going to go for a swim. Have a great weekend!
CARLEE
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CARLEEBLISS
4/30/05 8:03 A
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Welcome Camille!
I'm so glad that you've joined. The word "Maintenance" once sent a chill to my bones! Years ago, I had the most horrible lesson on maintenance that I ever care to put behind me. Part of the problem was that everyone in my weight loss circle acted like maintenance was a breeze, while I was going through a terrible time emotionally, because I hadn't been thin since I was 5 years old. I was like a kid in a candy store, and so vulnerable to boot! How could I talk about it with all these perfect people with all these perfect lives????? So I kept making ridiculous choices that led me into great confusion. What do we do when we are most confused? Gee, that ice cream tastes good...actually, we're thin now, we can control it right? WRONG (for me, anyway). The silence of weight loss organizations on the emotional aspects of drastic weight loss on self-image and relationships just wasn't talked about in those days. I'm so glad we are talking about it now! The very fact that you are talking about it, taking steps to deal with it, and staying connected is awesome. YOU GO GIRL!
 CARLEE
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| Hi Lizzy........from one 62 year old to another, you are doing quite well....age is just a number and if we let it bother us, it will. So, let us be the best 62 year olds we have ever been or will ever be!!
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FIVEBYFIVE
4/22/05 9:48 P
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Well, Carlee, You've got a group!
We can all benefit from giving each other pep
talks and a kick in the behind when needed.
I'm doing well with my food program and the
exercising. The Curves workout is really
making a difference.
We can do this! One day at the time, one pound
at the time!
I am grateful for all of you here on the Spark
who can relate to my feelings, fears, concerns,
about being in my 60's. I just want to be the
best 62 year old that I can be!
Hugs to all!
In support!
Lizzy
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CAMILLE1952
4/22/05 7:20 P
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| I would like to join your group also. I had lost 30 pounds and my maintenance hasn't gone too well. I put on 7-8 pounds over the past year! I've gone back to Stage 2 as of yesterday and I'm sort of beginning again. It's amazing how my portions got so distorted so easily. So I'm back to measuring everything. Two days have gone by and I've stayed under my caloric intake of 1550! That has better than it's been for a while! I'm keeping my fingers crossed that I keep it up. I did it once--I better to do it again!
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| Hi Carlee, I am joining your group.........I try to be accountable every day for my food choices, portion control and time for exercise or walking........I do pretty well most of the time, but there is that one day here and there where I blow it!! So I am recommitting myself to portion control, good food choices and making sure I get those exercises in and the good walks that I love so much.......onward and upward!!!
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CARLEEBLISS
4/22/05 11:18 A
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TRUE CONFESSIONS: Unfortunately, my longest walk yesterday was to the dumpster at my apartment complex ( I used to complain about how far away it is, now wish it was a little further), but good news, TODAY IS MY DAY OFF AND I HAVE NO EXCUSE, AS SPONGE BOB SAYS: "I'M WALKIN', I'M WALKIN'!". And! today I commit to STARTING some upper-body weight stuff (OH YUK!) I am so lazy.... come on Sparkys, let's go!!!!!!!!!!
Carlee
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I think it depends on how rooted it is. My daughter had the worse case senario and had laser surgery 2 times before it was gone. I had one and used the Dr. Schoals wart remover. Took a little time but I never have gotten it back.
Pam
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| How long does it take for a "Planter's Wart" to be gone? Got one on the bottom of my foot. Hobbling around anyway, till gets too painful then rest with my foot up!
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The most important DATE is with yourself.
Don't give up Pam!
Life happens, start again and before you know it, you will be looking back saying Yes, I pushed forward against all life obstacles.
...........Yes I did!
..........Look at me today!
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Hi all!
I have been having withdrawals! Couldn't get into the Spark site for over a week. So much going on. Not doing to good on the exercise part. Have been helping my neighbor and another friend move into a new house. I am exhausted by the time I get home. Haven't go on the treadmill for almost 2 weeks. Going to try to get up again tomorrow. Lost all of my energy and motivation. Needed the help from everyone.
Got to weigh in tonight. I am very afraid.
Pam
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SPARK_COACH_JEN
4/21/05 9:42 A
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Hi Carlee!
Hope you get time for that walk!
Have a great day!
Coach Jen
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CARLEEBLISS
4/21/05 9:04 A
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Hi Jen,
Thanks for the encouragement, which I need today -- lots of patients ahead and my yearly job evaluation. I want to squeeze that walk in somewhere! I love the Mary Pickford quote.
Carlee
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FIVEBYFIVE
4/19/05 2:05 P
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Hi, Carlee,
I, too, will make the commitment to exercise and
make sound food choices.
I can do this! I will do this!
In support!
Lizzy
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SPARK_COACH_JEN
4/19/05 8:56 A
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Hi Carlee!
I love to see your enthusiasm! You can do it!! If you need anything, let me know!
Coach Jen
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CARLEEBLISS
4/19/05 8:22 A
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Thank You OKANOG! That helps me to be more accountable too!
Carlee
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Hi! Carlee - I will pledge that commitment too:
"I will be accountable for my food choices, and for daily exercise" for each day forward.
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CARLEEBLISS
4/18/05 10:21 P
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Lately I've put myself under too much stress, getting too little sleep, and taking too many liberties with my food choices. When I start taking the way I make food selections for granted, or stop planning ahead for healthy, inviting Goodies -- I lose momentum, stop losing weight, and the pounds creep back on like moss on the north side of a tree! So now I know what I need to do, I need to get excited again, and I need to be accountable. For me, accountability is important. It means taking responsibility for my own behavior and the resulting consequences (not blaming other people, places, events, or situations). So here is my commitment: I will be accountable for my food choices, and for daily exercize this week. HAVE A GREAT WEEK! Carlee Ladies and Gentlemen, START YOUR ENGINES!
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