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-talk freely to my SP friends and Sparkers about food, what I ate, what is helpful and a hindrance to me concerning FOOD,NUTRITION,EXERCISE and people are actually INTERESTED! 
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RONIE11
11/28/2010 1:44PM
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This is a wonderful blog... isn't it so true.. I think sometimes we need to connect with someone but its 1am and no one will be pleased with the phone ringing at that hour... LOL it doesn't seem to matter what time it is my SP friends are always here... sometimes even before I finish a edit on my blog I have a comment... I have some SP friend that are on here at the same time... I with there was a way for us to chat back and forth on here.. like in game rooms... but I don't think anyone would be able to get a word in...LOL to many of us talking at once would crash it...LOL oh well maybe some day... Take care Betsy... enjoy the holidays with your little boy... they grow up way to fast.. Ronie Report Inappropriate Comment |
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WILLITWORK1
11/28/2010 12:59PM
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What a joy to be so connected!!! Thanks for the spark goodie and hope you have a wonderful day!!! Report Inappropriate Comment |
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LALASLAND
11/27/2010 12:37PM
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Oh, just the pep talk I needed today, too! THANK YOU for cheering your SparkFriends on!  
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SUPERTHINHIJITA
11/27/2010 11:16AM
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Thank you, that was very encouraging to read.
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Well, it's the day after Thanksgiving, how are you doing? I surprised myself! Of course, we were eating at home with all the fixings and no relatives--just the three of us. But I still did MEASURE my portions and limit myself to one helping{either 1 cup or 1/2 cup} of each--except one dish.
Here was our menu~~
-Herb roasted Turkey prepared by my hubby[had two slices]
-Stuffing using bread, onions,celery ,spices & 1 apple~also prepped by hubby
-Mashed Potato Casserole with melted cheese ~~I will eventually get the recipe for Sparkers from my hubby!
_Green Bean Casserole{from Sam's --didn't know it had cooked mushrms.--I only like mine raw!---so had only 1/4 cup serving }
-Pumpkin Pie ~~Prepared by me!
Though we had apple juice, I had my glasses of water.
Now we had prepared throughout the afternoon to eat @ dinnertime so I snacked for lunch.
I DID have an additional half piece of pie as I put away everything in the fridge as my hubby had gone to bed early w/ preschooler!
What was interesting to me is that I did stick to measuring & portioning my food! I guess when you've put in a long time--almost a year for me --- of working on eating better and more proportionately, it sticks in your brain & is the GOOD HABIT that I've always wanted to have ,but due to my upbringing with food & holidays,this holiday & Christmas have always been my HARDEST TO OVERCOME & I've always GAINED the pounds!
What's EVEN MORE INTERSTING to me is that I did NOT FEEL I was LACKING any food{since I tried them all} and I didn't feel stuffed either--A NEW feeling for me!:)
I'm happy to say I've not gained any and have kept the maintenance going--however, after TWO days of no exercise, my hubby , my preschooler & I are going running {our preschooler does biking on his lil'two-wheeler w/ training wheels} !!!!!!
Hope your Thanksgiving was satisfying for you ,too!!!! 
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CATHERINEL66
11/27/2010 3:08PM
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We have had friends staying with us since Wednesday, and more visiting to socialize. I have eaten tiny amounts of everything, so I didn't feel left out or deprived. Since I did all the cooking (with kitchen help) I was able to make everything as lowfat as possible, so no dishes loaded up with fat, butter, cream, etc. I passed on gravy and had only 1/2 a roll. I did have 2 slivers over two days of the fantastic pumpkin cheesecake (cooking light!). I "spent" my extra calories on vodka and cranberry juice cocktail, which I stretched out as far as possible by the addition of LOTS of seltzer! Report Inappropriate Comment |
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DOROTHYBERO
11/27/2010 8:23AM
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I ahve to admit that my plate was full but it was just a little bit of everything - and it was all so good. But my body was not use to eating that much and I was stuffed - even after running/waling 10 miles!! Kudos to you - you are doing such an awesome job!! 
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RONIE11
11/26/2010 7:46PM
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I am so proud of you for maintaining so well.. I didn't actually measure but I did estimate in my head. I automatically put certain amount of food on my plate.. I did pick at the turkey and I had a glass of wine. I need to get back to my exercise routine.. I'm up a little this last week but thats ok because I know I will loose it in a few days too.. It sounds like you had a great thanksgiving meal.. I made mine all from scratch and I even baked the pumpkin for the pie from scratch... LOL I know it wasn't all sugar.. I even had a little extra before bed..LOL once a year indulgence.. is ok.. Take care ... Ronie Report Inappropriate Comment |
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DETERMINEDJANET
11/26/2010 4:22PM
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 I did well with my food choices yesterday too. We went to a friend's home and the supply of food was not lacking. LOL I chose mostly veggies (thankfully there were lots of those), a little turkey, dressing (made with apples and raisins), potatoes (that had cheese and bacon in them) and one roll. I did indulge in a glass of red wine (twice a year usually) and then some pie for dessert. I stuck to the pumpkin. Today I'm hitting it hard though as the scale was up. I'm going to get this weight off and be on maintenance with you by the end of 2011. That's my goal! I'll take it in small chunks though. Report Inappropriate Comment |
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THENEWME43
11/26/2010 4:10PM
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Betsy, I know EXACTLY what you mean! I felt like I'd over-indulged yesterday, even though I was really trying to be careful. What JOY filled me when I logged EVERY bite and saw I was well within calorie range yesterday! SP ROCKS!!! This "healthy lifestyle" stuff is for REAL! It definitely is NOT a diet, but changes we've each chosen, to be fit and healthy for LIFE! my friend! I'm proud of you!!!
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JEANIECOLLEEN
11/26/2010 2:35PM
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I gained 1/2 pound since my last weigh in Wednesday. The girls and I took a walk around the blocks yesterday ( even though we had some blowing snow) and I went to Curves today. I am back to being good today! Not to bad. You did a great job! 
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MCMOM11
11/26/2010 1:58PM
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I'm soooo jealous;) We had ham only so I feel like a stay puff marshmallow;) I ate more vegies, but as I was setting there I realized everything except the ham and dressing was prepared with sugar.  I'm surprised I didn't go into a sugar coma  It was only one meal, but it feels like it's still with me!!!! Today is a new day and I'm on track and will remain that way!!!!! I'm really proud of you and you have sparked me once again!!!! 
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LALASLAND
11/26/2010 12:52PM
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It sounds like a terrific day! I hope you enjoy yourselves running after those training wheels!  
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For the month of December, I usually do some Christmasy item each day. Since I got the tree and "Snow Village " up early this year, I guess today will be the mantel! 
