Saturday in Orlando

Saturday, September 19, 2009

Good morning to all. We made it to Orlando around 5 pm yesterday. Since I didn’t sleep well the night before I was wiped out. The room is very nice and the best beds ever. I am writing this in my room and then I will go down stairs to connect hopefully.
We met Heidi and family at TGIF’s which has a great small portion meals. I didn’t worry about Food Demon so he won big time .I had some very good moments like when we stopped at rest area and I stayed far away from snack machines and at TGIF’s. But the Crystal cream do nut and the room service night snack were not so good. But what was really good was our grandson Landon. He was such a good baby. Even when he started getting tired he was good. I held him and whispered in his ear and sang softly to him and he just totally relaxed and didn’t move. He was so cute.They are coming here and going in pool with him and I will take some pics. I will also try to get a video. Bill says the pool is awesome. I wish I had brought something to wear in it. But I don’t have a bathing suit In my pool I just wear shorts and a top.
I will try to catch up on emails and comments when I get home. Heidi is bring sandwiches for lunch and we are going to Red Lobster for supper. Bill just went out and picked up some tomatoes,cucumber and yogurt for me so there will be no night room service.
Ok I will check in later maybe

  

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ROSEHIP:-) 9/20/2009 12:30AM

Sounds like your having a wonderful weekend with your family and especially with your grandson. I've not eaten at TCIF's before so nice to hear they have small portions. Nice of Bill to do some shopping for you. I'm sure that will help on taming the Food Demon. I hope you continue to have a wonderful weekend. I'll be waiting for some new photos. God bless, Char Report Inappropriate Comment

FEISTYMAMA 9/19/2009 5:05PM

Sounds like you're having a great time. Landon loves his Grandma Eleni. I LOVE Red Lobster but haven't been to one in 6 years or so. Enjoy and don't worry about the Food Demon. You've made some good choices (staying out of the vending machines) so it's all good. You'll get back on track when you get home. Looking forward to seeing pictures! Take care!! Report Inappropriate Comment

KATIE233 9/19/2009 3:34PM

hi there, it,s nice to hear that you are enjoying yourself. i would too.pool sounds like fun.enjoy your supper out.HAVE FUN!!!! Report Inappropriate Comment

LOSINIT52 9/19/2009 1:34PM

Glad you're having this lovely weekend. Since it's not something you do regularily you shouldn't feel guilty at all. You of course want to be somewhat mindful and not throw all caution to the wind. Just make sure that as soon as you step foot back home, it's back to business as usual. What great progress you have made. Now you KNOW that you can do this. All the best. Report Inappropriate Comment

RURAL3 9/19/2009 12:43PM

Glad to hear you are having a great time. Sounds like you and Landon are bonding. If you brought shorts and a top go in the pool. I am sure no one will care. Good idea for Bill to get you some treats. Red Lobster has some good choices. Just make a pact with yourself that you will only have one (1) cheddar biscuit. But allow yourself the one. Just eat it slowly. Your goal for this weekend is to enjoy yourself. Carol Report Inappropriate Comment

Quick Hello

Friday, September 18, 2009

Am in a hurry as I have to get packed for our weekend trip.Since I am not sure if I will be able to get on here over the weekend I wanted to at least touch base today.
I did beat the food demon yesterday It is now 35 to 1.
But I have made a decision to not track my food for the next two days I started freaking out about it so bad last night I didn't get to sleep til almost 5am.I will not do that to myself.I will pick up on Sunday. The next two days will not be counted in my total numbers. Unless I just decide to give the Food Demon credit.I just know I will not let food ruin my short weekend.
Gotta go get busy.If I can get everything packed up I might get a short nap in.

  

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FEISTYMAMA 9/18/2009 9:27PM

I think that's a good attitude to have. Don't stress about it! You've already changed your way of eating and I'm sure you'll be just fine. I hope you have a wonderful trip!! Report Inappropriate Comment

RURAL3 9/18/2009 7:57PM

I think you are wise to let it go. Just have a great time with visiting and make the best choices you can. And don't give credit to the food demon in any case. Call a truce for this weekend. Report Inappropriate Comment

LOSINIT52 9/18/2009 5:23PM

Hi Eleni I'm back. Hope you have a wonderful weekend. I'm sure that even if you're not tracking, you'll be mindful of what you're eating and won't sabotage your success. All the best. Report Inappropriate Comment

ROSEHIP:-) 9/18/2009 10:41AM

Can you pack your food for the next two days? That is what I did back when I went on the trip with sis in law. Then I tracked it here for those 2 days. But I also was able to take my lap top and log on just before I went to bed. So I was able to add on any extras. If nothing else take a small note book and log it on there and then to the computer when you get home. Good luck and hope you have a fun time. Safe travels, Char Report Inappropriate Comment

Food Demon finally won one

Thursday, September 17, 2009

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It was a strange night last night.I was good when I went to bed but couldn't fall asleep.Then I got that "feeling" that mothers get sometimes.Something was wrong and I could feel it.( Never got a phone call so whatever it was they handled it) I got up and before I knew it I was raiding fridge. But that's ok. I am not starting over.I am just picking up where I left off and continuing. I am too proud of my 34 day streak to just toss it aside.. 34 to 1 is pretty good. I am also very aware that this weekend is going to be very hard. But I refuse to stress out and ruin it by freaking out about a streak. I never get to go anywhere and I want to be able to enjoy the weekend. I will have my small scale and my calorie list.I have requested a fridge so I can have stuff like yogurt etc so I don't head to vending machine.I am trying to plan as best I can. I will have a bunch of tomatoes handy also.We are going to a grocery store when we get there. So I will just do the best I can.
So far it is a little cloudy outside.We had some heavy rain last night.
Well I need to start making my list so I don't forget anything tomorrow.We will leave after Bill bowls tomorrow. I do not know if I will be able to get to a laptop that works so I may not be able to blog.I am going to try to do a video with Landon.
Ok have a good day.

  

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KATIE233 9/18/2009 12:04AM

hi elen, that,s ok that demon won one but he,s not going to win anymore.yeah! you are trying to be good on the trip but don,t forget to have at least one treat.without feeling sad about it.best of luck, your the best! enjoy the trip and don,t forget your camera. you,ll have to come back and tell us about it.have fun!!!! Report Inappropriate Comment

SHOAPIE 9/17/2009 10:21PM

Consider it a slight bump in the road with no damage done as long as you get back on track. No one is perfect all of the time altho there are those who will tell you that they are! Report Inappropriate Comment

RURAL3 9/17/2009 10:11PM

You are doing absolutely awesome Eleni. You have a great attitude about it. As I always say it had to happen sometime. Now you don't have to worry about when it will. Keep the scorecard going just as you are. You are stronger because of all the days you have on record. Don't start over just keep going. I pray you have a wonderful trip. Will look forward to hearing about it when you get back. Report Inappropriate Comment

FEISTYMAMA 9/17/2009 7:46PM

A video with Landon sounds like a great idea!!!! I'm sure he's gotten big. It's OK that the Food Demon attacked last night. Today is a new day. You're doing great!!!! You should be so proud of yourself! A little slip up here and there won't hurt you. You know you can do it and will pick yourself up and continue on. Don't fret about your trip! It sounds like you have a plan and you'll do great! Enjoy your time with your family!! Report Inappropriate Comment

CATH5109 9/17/2009 7:38PM

That's one cute little food demon. He still hasn't won when you can just pick yourself up and move on without sliding into an ongoing eating binge. Cathy Report Inappropriate Comment

TILLIEBEE 9/17/2009 12:29PM

You're so right to be proud of your 34 day streak! Hang in there! Hopefully this weekend won't so stressful! Report Inappropriate Comment

Sunny Wednesday

Wednesday, September 16, 2009

I got up earlier today and am feeling much better. I am always tired but somedays are bad.When I get the bad days I just rest. I am more back to my normal whatever that may be.
34 0
Wow It is hard for me to believe.
Nothing much going on here. I thought I was going to get a tomato off one of my plants today.When I picked it I was sad to see it had a big worm or bug hole on the back side. But my big orchid gets more blooms each week.Here is an updated pic I just took and there are several stems of buds that will soon bloom.I will have to get Bill to move it when all have bloomed so you can really see how big it is.
OK Like I said not much going on.
I did watch biggest loser last night. I do wish they would leave some of the sad stories out.They make it where it sounds like over weight people are to be pitied.I don't like that part.I can't believe that it is healthy to work out so hard that you throw you. The large numbers are disturbing to me.That can't be healthy. These people have serious health issues. I am surprised no one hasn't died yet. But I still watch it and will pick a favorite later on. The kid that came back for 2nd chance is already a favorite

  

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SUNNY332 9/17/2009 7:32AM

That orchid has to be the most beautiful one I have ever seen. Glad you are feeling better. Have a great day. Hugs, Sunny Report Inappropriate Comment

RURAL3 9/16/2009 9:17PM

you go girl!!! Glad to hear you are feeling better. Report Inappropriate Comment

FEISTYMAMA 9/16/2009 6:40PM

I still haven't watched Biggest Loser but my husband is DVRing the series for me. I did see the part about the lady that lost her husband and children in a car accident. That's just awful!! I'd love to have one day with Bob though. He's a sexy beast!!! You're doing so great on your eating!! I'm so proud of you!! Report Inappropriate Comment

KATIE233 9/16/2009 3:10PM

elen, love your orchid beautiful. ha i watch the biggest loser too. i can get it a few times a week but it,s a different story.i wish they would show new ones it,s always old ones.but i still love bob! last night his mom passed away from a heart attack and he left to be there.i seen it before too.i,m having a lazy day too.oh well maybe tomorrow will be better.have a great day and keep the demon away. Report Inappropriate Comment

ALICIA214 9/16/2009 12:45PM

Love your orchid. What a beautiful colour. Report Inappropriate Comment

Late Tuesday

Tuesday, September 15, 2009

Another day of extra tiredness.This is something that happens on occasion and I don't fight it. I didn't get up til noon and was back in bed by 3pm.Hubby brought home rotisserie chicken for supper. This tiredness usually only lasts a couple of days so I should be fine tomorrow.
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I am still beating the Food Demon.
I watched the biggest Loser and I was amazed at how much weight was lost in 1 week. Just isn't normal. It can't be good for anyone to work out to the point of throwing up.How can that be good for you. I am happy with 2#.
Angel saw the heart doc and he decreased the dosage and charged her nothing for the visit. She goes back in two weeks unless she has a problem.
I need to catch up with my sparking.

  

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DAISYBELL6 9/16/2009 7:11AM

I hope you feel in top form soon. Be good to yourself. As for me - losing 1 pound a week is good. Report Inappropriate Comment

NEWSTART127 9/16/2009 1:48AM

Way to go on keeping your streak alive! Glad you listened to your body and got the rest you needed today. And I'm really glad Angel's doing better! Report Inappropriate Comment

MICKEY341 9/15/2009 11:50PM

Sorry about the days of tiredness...when you have those days, just do what your body tells you to do, if you need to sleep, then sleep! Good to hear Angel got in to see your Dr. Hope she continues to do better. Congratulations on your 33 days of beating the food demon! Don't worry about your eating on your trip...you will do good! Hang in there...you are loved! here's a little lady bug for your garden! Report Inappropriate Comment

FEISTYMAMA 9/15/2009 11:01PM

Good to hear Angel is doing better. I hope you're feeling better soon! I DVR'd Biggest Loser because I wanted to watch the finale of Big Brother. I don't think a huge weight loss in one week is very healthy either. I'll take the slow boat. I'm learning how to eat right and exercise. I wonder how many people gain back the weight after the show. Report Inappropriate Comment

RURAL3 9/15/2009 10:52PM

You need to relax. Sparking can wait. Get through your tired period and then get back to it. And I am sure that you thank the Lord for your sweetie every day. Report Inappropriate Comment