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Question of the day, June 19

Wed, 19 Jun 2013 09:30:30 EST

Whats the weather like today in your little corner of the world?

Question of the day, June 18

Tue, 18 Jun 2013 10:00:22 EST

Do you believe in love at first sight? Has it ever happened to you?

Question of the day, June 17

Mon, 17 Jun 2013 10:04:42 EST

Have you had any Non scale victories lately?

Question of the day, June 15

Sat, 15 Jun 2013 11:32:13 EST

Do you like Chinese food? If so what is your favorite dish?

Question of the day, June 11

Tue, 11 Jun 2013 08:58:34 EST

What are you grateful for today?

.You Deserve the Best

Mon, 10 Jun 2013 11:03:53 EST

You Deserve the Best
— Ralph Marston

If you can come up with an excuse for not taking action, you can also find a compelling reason to go ahead and take that action.
If you can find a reason to quit, you can also find a good reason to keep going.

Are you skilled and experienced at making yourself miserable?
Turn those skills around and make yourself motivated, inspired, effective and fulfilled.

Do you spend lots of time getting lit...

Question of the day, June 10

Mon, 10 Jun 2013 09:27:22 EST

Happy Monday! What is on your "to do" list for the week?

Question of the day, June 8

Sat, 8 Jun 2013 09:16:55 EST

Do you sleep in later on the weekends? Or do you get out of bed at your regular weekday time?

Question of the day, June 6

Thu, 6 Jun 2013 09:10:21 EST

Do you enjoy exercising? Or do you do it because you "have to"?

Question of the day, June 5

Wed, 5 Jun 2013 09:20:01 EST

What was the first job you ever had? How old were you when you started working?

Question of the day, June 4

Tue, 4 Jun 2013 11:51:19 EST

Have you ever successfully lost a lot of weight, only to gain in back again? If so, what are you doing this time to ensure that the weight stays off for good?

QOTD June 3

Mon, 3 Jun 2013 07:21:16 EST

What restaurant did you eat at last, and what did you have?

Don't remove your blindfold before dawn!

Sat, 1 Jun 2013 09:39:45 EST

A father takes his son into the forest, blindfolds him and leaves him alone. He is required to sit on a stump the whole night and not remove the blindfold until the rays of the morning sun shine through it. He cannot cry out for help to anyone. Once he survives the night, he is a MAN. He cannot tell the other boys of this experience, because each lad must come into manhood on his own. The boy is naturally terrified. He can hear all kinds of noises. Wild beasts must surely be all around him . ...

Question of the day, May 30

Thu, 30 May 2013 08:56:09 EST

Do you own any Spark people products? (T shirts, DVD's, etc)

Question of the day, May 29

Wed, 29 May 2013 08:04:00 EST

Are you a procrastinator? If so, what are you currently procrastinating on?
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Question of the day, May 26

Sun, 26 May 2013 09:42:42 EST

What is your favorite comedy movie?

Question of the day May 23

Thu, 23 May 2013 08:38:12 EST

Which do you struggle more with....eating right, or exercising?

Question of the day, May 22

Wed, 22 May 2013 09:25:15 EST

What are you NOT looking forward to?

QOTD May 21

Tue, 21 May 2013 07:33:56 EST

Do you workout at the same time every day?

Dessert for pot luck picnic supper, ideas?

Mon, 20 May 2013 16:19:42 EST

My family is holding it's annual reunion next month and I'm down to take a dessert for the pot luck meal. Does anyone know of a good one that carries easily and won't get gooey, sticky in the heat? I thought of a standby sheet cake but can't put icing on because it would 'melt' and end up a mess.

Any ideas/suggestions/recipes would be welcome and I'll bet I'm not the only one who would appreciate info on this!
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Breakfast anyone?

Mon, 20 May 2013 15:50:44 EST

I mainly eat cold cereal with milk and then have some Greek Yogurt for my breakfast. Every day!
But I'm tired of eating cereal, even though I change it up, try new cereals at times too.

Breakfast is important for our health and yes, weight loss program. Do you have unique breakfast ideas?

What do you usually eat for brekkie?

What did you have today?

Hi Sparkies!

Mon, 20 May 2013 15:35:22 EST

My name is Mary Catherine. I live in Pittsburgh. I am so thrilled to be on Spark People and sparking. Good luck to all of you on reaching your goals. Dont hesitate to send spark mail to me and I will try to answer each and every one.

Question of the day, May 17

Fri, 17 May 2013 08:59:49 EST

Sparkpeople had problems yesterday and they were offline for hours. What did you do instead of Sparking while the site was down?

Question of the day May 16

Thu, 16 May 2013 08:59:04 EST

How old were you when you got your first job? What was that job?

Question of the day May 15

Wed, 15 May 2013 09:41:35 EST

What are you wearing today?

Question of the day, May 14

Tue, 14 May 2013 10:32:37 EST

Are you satisfied with the progress you've made so far this year in regards to your health and weight loss?

Question of the day, May 13

Mon, 13 May 2013 10:43:22 EST

Do you like to cook? What is your best recipe? (You can post the recipe here, if you'd like!)

Question of the day, May 11

Sat, 11 May 2013 07:55:25 EST

When you lose weight, do you donate your "too big" clothes to charity, or do you hang on to them "just in case"?

Question of the day, May 10

Fri, 10 May 2013 10:23:15 EST

If stranded on a desert island, what five books would you want to have with you?

Pairs...anyone? (game)

Fri, 10 May 2013 09:17:48 EST

Just match up obvious pairs of items in any sequence. Not alphabetical!

example... bacon and eggs

(now your turn, come on, it's fun)

Two words -- change one

Thu, 9 May 2013 09:04:31 EST

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See the Goal

Wed, 8 May 2013 08:36:06 EST

See The Goal
-Ralph Marston

See the goal clearly and you make it less distant. See the goal passionately and you make it more real.

See the goal in rich detail and you’ll figure out how you can get there.
See the goal from the perspective of your life and your purpose, and you’ll understand why you must get there.

Simply visualizing the goal will not make it happen. Yet it will indeed make you make it happen.

Every moment you live, ...

Question of the day May 8

Wed, 8 May 2013 08:26:30 EST

What are three things that you like about yourself?

Question of the day, May 7

Tue, 7 May 2013 09:00:49 EST

Have you ever met a celebrity?

Question of the day, May 6

Mon, 6 May 2013 10:41:47 EST

Have you ever won anything on the Spark points wheel?

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Post something pink!

Mon, 6 May 2013 09:55:18 EST

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Question of the day, May 4

Sat, 4 May 2013 11:49:42 EST

How many pairs of shoes do you own?

How many purses do you own?

Question of the day, May 3

Fri, 3 May 2013 08:57:33 EST

Do you enjoy doing yard work? Do you have a green thumb? 376

Question of the day, May 2

Thu, 2 May 2013 11:22:53 EST

Have you ever bought any weight loss or exercise products advertised on TV?

If your answer is YES, then what did you think of it?

If your answer is NO, is there any product that you have at least considered buying?

Question of the day, May 1

Wed, 1 May 2013 08:49:39 EST

How many bedrooms and bathrooms are there in your house? How many people live in your house?

Question of the day, April 30

Tue, 30 Apr 2013 09:49:22 EST

What are your goals for May?

The Difference Between Winning And Losing

Tue, 30 Apr 2013 08:10:41 EST

The Difference Between Winning and Losing
by Catherine Pulsifer

Some of the significant differences between
winning and losing are:

Hanging on, persevering...WINNING
Letting go, giving up easily...LOSING

Accepting responsibility for your actions...WINNING
Always having an excuse for your actions...LOSING

Taking the initiative...WINNING
Waiting to be told what to do..LOSING

Knowing what you want and setting ...

Question of the day, April 29

Mon, 29 Apr 2013 09:26:14 EST

If you workout at home...do you have a workout room, or just an area in your house for workouts?

How many days a week do you workout?

Face Book Friends

Sun, 28 Apr 2013 14:52:44 EST

For those on this team who are on Face Book, if you'd like to connect on there, please do.

You could put your name on here or look one another up on FB.

I'm on FB with my real name - Gloria Bye.

Come join us there, we may not chat a lot but it's fun to say Hi or look at our photos, etc., on our Timelines!
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Question of the day, April 28

Sun, 28 Apr 2013 08:30:08 EST

Check out these pictures from a 100 year old time capsule that was opened recently;

imgur.com/gallery/RDjT5

If you created a time capsule, what item (or items) would you put in it?

Question of the day, April 27

Sat, 27 Apr 2013 08:24:39 EST

Where would you go on your dream vacation? What sort of things would you like to do on that vacation, and what sights would you like to see?

Question of the day, April 26

Fri, 26 Apr 2013 09:01:20 EST

What is the view from the window you are closest to right now?

'Scavenger Hunt Around the House A-Z'

Thu, 25 Apr 2013 10:07:56 EST

A - apples

Question of the day, April 25

Thu, 25 Apr 2013 09:06:29 EST

Do you watch a lot of TV? What are some of your favorite shows?

Imagine Differently

Wed, 24 Apr 2013 07:09:12 EST

Imagine Differently
— Ralph Marston

The way you are is the way you believe you are. Change what you believe about you, and you change your life.

It’s easy to assume that you’ll always be stuck with how you are right now.
Your present perspective is powerful because you feel it with your whole being.

But your habits are your habits only because you keep choosing to maintain them.
The limitations you assume yourself to have, are yours only becau...

Question of the day, April 24

Wed, 24 Apr 2013 07:02:35 EST

What was the last compliment you were given?

Question of the day, April 23

Tue, 23 Apr 2013 09:01:53 EST

There was a car accident near my home a few days ago. The driver was wearing his seat belt, but none of the passengers were.

Do you always wear your seat belt, even if you're not the driver?

Question of the day, April 22

Mon, 22 Apr 2013 09:29:18 EST

In honor of Earth Day...

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Do you recycle?

Do you bring re-usable bags to the store when you grocery shop?

Question of the day, April 19

Fri, 19 Apr 2013 07:09:26 EST

I think I've asked this one before, but I think I can ask it again, lol.

Have you had any good news lately? If so, please share!

Question of the day, April 18

Thu, 18 Apr 2013 04:55:14 EST

What is the last favor you did for someone?

Ditch the sugar for a 2 week challenge - you in?

Wed, 17 Apr 2013 12:41:56 EST

Consider that a regular sugar-sweetened soft drink has 10 or more teaspoons of sugar. Artificial sweeteners are 100s to 1,000s of times sweeter than table sugar. That is a lot of sweetness. Compare that to an apple or orange. They're sweet but probably don't hit the "wow" level on your sweetness scale. Maybe you're thinking, "But I like a lot of sweetness."

Here is my question: Have your taste buds become so accustomed to super-sweet drinks that the natural sweetness in foods, such...

Question of the day, April 17

Wed, 17 Apr 2013 11:59:25 EST

What do you collect?

Question of the day, April 16

Tue, 16 Apr 2013 09:26:24 EST

What is your neighborhood like? Is it friendly, or do people tend to keep to themselves? How long have you lived there?

Question of the day, April 15

Mon, 15 Apr 2013 08:10:48 EST

What kind of home do you live in? (Apartment, single family home, townhouse, etc)

Question of the day, April 13

Sat, 13 Apr 2013 08:43:02 EST

What is your most prized possession? (A thing, not a person.)

QOTD April 12

Fri, 12 Apr 2013 07:24:21 EST

Do you like to go to yard sales? Have you ever held your own yard sale?

Question of the day, April 11

Thu, 11 Apr 2013 14:18:37 EST

What do people probably think when they come into your home for the first time?

Think the Best...

Wed, 10 Apr 2013 09:32:46 EST

Think the Best
-Ralph Marston

Doubt is a thought you can let go of. Confidence is a thought you can choose to hold and to expand upon.

If you think something is too difficult or out of reach, your thoughts do indeed put it out of reach.
Alternately, when you think you’re capable and deserving, you’ll find a way to make it happen.

Your thoughts most certainly do control you. Yet, before your thoughts control you, you have the opportunity to select an...

Question of the day, April 8

Mon, 8 Apr 2013 08:25:29 EST

What do you need to get done this week?

Question of the day, April 7

Sun, 7 Apr 2013 10:14:18 EST

What woke you up this morning? At what time?

QOTD April 6

Sat, 6 Apr 2013 11:09:55 EST

If you won a free room makeover, what room in your house would you choose to be done? What kind of furniture and things would you like for that room?

Have a Laugh on me! :-)

Sat, 6 Apr 2013 10:26:46 EST

Nuts in a Cemetery

On the outskirts of a small town, there was a big, old pecan tree just inside the cemetery fence. One day, two boys filled up a bucketful of nuts and sat down by the tree, out of sight, and began dividing the nuts.

'One for you, one for me, one for you, one for me,' said one boy. Several dropped and rolled down toward the fence.

Another boy came riding along the road on his bicycle. As he passed, he thought he heard voices from inside the ...

Question of the day, April 4

Thu, 4 Apr 2013 11:39:47 EST

What book are you currently reading?

Question of the day, April 2

Tue, 2 Apr 2013 09:07:36 EST

Do you enjoy doing yard work? 374 375 376 377 378 379

Question of the day, March 30

Sat, 30 Mar 2013 12:51:53 EST

Are there any foods that you absolutely have to deny yourself because you can't eat them in moderation? Or are you able to eat anything and not risk losing control?

Vitamins

Fri, 29 Mar 2013 17:03:20 EST

Who takes vitamins......I'm been so energized with the exception of last night of course for like the last month I don't know if it's the working out or the vitamins the doctor has me on...just curious if anyone else get that kind of energy from vitamins sometimes I'm up at 3 in the morning trying to workout and not wake anyone....I'm so hyper right now.....I don't know what is going on

Question of the day, March 29

Fri, 29 Mar 2013 09:15:10 EST

What are you doing for Easter?

Question of the day, March 28

Thu, 28 Mar 2013 11:19:58 EST

The last time you went to Walmart or Kmart, what did you buy?

Question of the day, March 27

Wed, 27 Mar 2013 08:54:31 EST

Do you enjoy doing crafts? If so, what kind?

Question of the day, March 26

Tue, 26 Mar 2013 09:52:33 EST

What lesson did you have to learn the hard way?

Question of the day, March 25

Mon, 25 Mar 2013 07:58:58 EST

What is the last nice thing someone did for you?

Question of the day, March 24

Sun, 24 Mar 2013 09:39:51 EST

How many days a week do you exercise?

.Transform Regrets.

Sun, 24 Mar 2013 09:34:17 EST

Transform Regrets
-Ralph Marston

Do you feel sadness and disappointment for what you have failed to do? Then you have some powerful energy for moving yourself forward.

Do you feel regret for the missed opportunities? That painful regret has a positive purpose.
For although those past opportunities are gone, even more powerful ones have arisen to take their place.

What's even better is that you now have more reason than ever to make the most of them....

Question of the day, March 23

Sat, 23 Mar 2013 09:41:43 EST

If you had to move to another country, where would you want to move to?

Question of the day, March 22

Fri, 22 Mar 2013 09:27:59 EST

If I came to your town for a visit, what restaurant would you recommend?

Leave a Message for Irene(DIDMIS) & Gloria!

Thu, 21 Mar 2013 18:41:54 EST

Gloria and Irene are on Spark breaks...Irene for knee surgery, and Gloria for her husbands health. They are certainly missed by me, and I'm sure many of you are feeling their absence too!

So as not to overwhelm them with posts on their pages, why not leave a message for them here? Let them know that they are thought of and missed, and that they are in your thoughts and prayers! I'm sure they will appreciate knowing that we care!

QOTD March 21

Thu, 21 Mar 2013 06:50:05 EST

What is your favorite book, and who is your favorite writer?

Question of the day March 20

Wed, 20 Mar 2013 10:25:52 EST

What have you accomplished so far this week?

Daily reason to SMILE!

Mon, 18 Mar 2013 09:27:26 EST

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Post here each day to tell us your reason to SMILE today!

Even in the most imperfect day, there is almost always something to smile about, even if its just a little grin! So share your reason to smile!

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Question of the day March 18

Mon, 18 Mar 2013 09:10:01 EST

Do you have any pets?

Question of the day, March 17

Sun, 17 Mar 2013 14:05:44 EST

Are you wearing green today?

Question of the day, March 16

Sat, 16 Mar 2013 09:54:43 EST

What do you have a lot of?

New Beauty...

Fri, 15 Mar 2013 10:54:38 EST

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NEW BEAUTY
— Ralph Marston

Today is a new and unique day, so fill it with new and unique experiences.
Today brings valuable possibilities, so use it to create meaningful value.

If you’ve fallen into a rut, this is your opportunity to climb out and to give yourself a fresh, new perspective.
If your dreams have seemed beyond your reach, this is your chance to ...

Question of the day, March 15

Fri, 15 Mar 2013 10:47:20 EST

What is your favorite cosmetic item?

Question of the day, March 14

Thu, 14 Mar 2013 09:57:32 EST

Are you a good cook? Whats your best dish?

Question of the day March 13

Wed, 13 Mar 2013 08:08:09 EST

There are only 6 days until Spring! Have you seen any signs of Spring yet?

Make your own motivational posters......

Mon, 11 Mar 2013 11:04:41 EST

I like to post motivational posters on my blogs. Most of them I just find all over the internet, but I do make some of my own. Here is the site I use, you can make your own posters too!

clipyourphotos.com/motivate

Question of the day March 11

Mon, 11 Mar 2013 10:02:19 EST

Is your family supportive of your efforts to lose weight and live a healthy lifestyle?

Question of the day March 10

Sun, 10 Mar 2013 10:52:55 EST

How often do you weigh yourself? What do you wear for weighing in? 192

...How You Can

Sun, 10 Mar 2013 10:48:29 EST

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How You Can
(Ralph Marston)

Don’t ask yourself if you can do it. Ask yourself how you can do it.

Then, remind yourself why you want to do it in the first place.
And let yourself feel, right now, how good it will feel when you’ve achieved whatever it is you wish to achieve.

Assume that there’s a way, and suddenly there’s a way. Focus on it, get going, and keep moving.

Question of the day, March 9

Sat, 9 Mar 2013 11:34:46 EST

What is the worst household chore?

9 Processed foods to ditch right now (link)

Fri, 8 Mar 2013 15:09:03 EST

shine.yahoo.com/healthy-living/9-pro
cessed-foods-ditch-now-152600581.html

Question of the day, March 8

Fri, 8 Mar 2013 08:23:05 EST

What is your favorite day of the week, and why?

Question of the day, March 7

Thu, 7 Mar 2013 08:28:31 EST

What did you have for breakfast today?

Question of the day, March 6

Wed, 6 Mar 2013 11:48:17 EST

Besides Sparkpeople, what other web site do you visit the most?

Question of the day, March 5

Tue, 5 Mar 2013 10:12:22 EST

Do you like to talk on the phone?

Question of the day(March 4)

Mon, 4 Mar 2013 11:20:38 EST

What makes you happy today?

Nominate Chris as a motivational member

Thu, 28 Feb 2013 10:29:06 EST

It surprised me that Chris was not already a motivational member. She is such an inspiration and so faithful to the team.
If you feel the same let's do some thing good for her and nominate her.
Irene

Turn around....

Thu, 28 Feb 2013 09:08:07 EST

Turn Around
— Ralph Marston

When you discover that you’re feeling negative, you have two choices.
You can feel even more negative about the fact that you’re feeling negative, or you can choose to turn your thoughts around.

When you’ve suffered a defeat, you can make it even worse by beating yourself up about it.
Or, you can use it as a positive inspiration to turn yourself around and move forward in a more effective way.

The moment you realize...

Have you ever?

Sat, 23 Feb 2013 14:51:50 EST

Have you ever been stung by a bee?

(answer yes or no, and then ask a new question)

....Don't Give Up

Sat, 23 Feb 2013 09:14:49 EST

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Don't give Up!
Your Dreams May Be Closer Than You Think!

There may be times when you feel as if you have taken a million steps towards your dreams, and acted on your plans, only to find yourself in the same place that you began from.
At times like this, you must not give up.

You must continue on. Though you may feel lost, bewildered, and alone, continue to believe in yourself. Do not allow discouragemen...

Something to make you laugh

Wed, 20 Feb 2013 15:38:13 EST

SOMETHING TO MAKE YOU LAUGH. (STAY YOUNG)

A man on a train got pretty chummy with the passengers. He said to a group__"I can tell you fellows what you are__"
He said to one__"You're a blacksmith."
"Yes"
To another he said "You're a lawyer"
"Yes"
He looked at at a little dried up, weazened man and said, "You're a preacher."
"No, I'm not" said the man, "I've just been sick three weeks."
By Rev. Leon Hill (book O' for the life of a preacher"

Happy Hoodie-Hoo Day, everyone!

Wed, 20 Feb 2013 08:24:56 EST

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Northern Hemisphere Hoodie-Hoo Day

When : Always on February 20

On this winter day, people go out at noon, wave their hands over their heads and chant "Hoodie-Hoo".

It is a day to chase away winter and bring in spring. After all, everyone in the northern hemisphere are sick and tired of winter at this point...

Will your spouse/family eat healthy with you?

Fri, 15 Feb 2013 16:21:52 EST

I'd really like to know!

I love lots of veggies, cooked or raw and also chicken and fish and rice. My hubby turns his nose up to most of these things and now that he has his appetite back after not having it for more than a year . . . he wants MEALS! Which translates into 'things I don't want to be eating!'

So I try, by cooking him what he likes and making me what I like but I'm finding that a lot of the time, I don't like/want to make two separate meals! Like tonig...

"HAPPY VALENTINE'S DAY!"

Thu, 14 Feb 2013 06:08:51 EST

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Enjoy this day, show someone you love them, be it a spouse, mate, child, friend, anyone you love! It doesn't have to be with a gift, love can be shown with a happy smile, a special meal, a home made card. Show someone they are special to you!

You are special to ME! Be my Valentine??
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The Story of the Butterfly...

Tue, 12 Feb 2013 13:04:00 EST

The Story of the Butterfly

A man found a cocoon of a butterfly.
One day a small opening appeared.
He sat and watched the butterfly for several hours as it struggled to squeeze its body through the tiny hole.
Then it stopped, as if it couldn't go further.

So the man decided to help the butterfly.
He took a pair of scissors andn snipped off the remaining bits of cocoon.
The butterfly emerged easily but it had a swollen body and shriveled wings.

...Three Minute Warning...

Thu, 7 Feb 2013 08:53:58 EST

Three-Minute Warning
-Geneen Roth

The next time you want to succumb to binge eating, tell yourself that you're going to take 3 minutes--only 3--to be with yourself before you eat.

Then, sit down, breathe a few times, and with as much kindness as you can muster, ask yourself gently what is going on. What do you need? Whom do you need it from? What would be the kindest thing you could do for yourself now?

If you still want to eat after you've done this, no...

February . . . love words (in any order)

Mon, 4 Feb 2013 20:51:07 EST

hugs

What did you have for breakfast today?

Mon, 4 Feb 2013 15:24:09 EST

Rice Krispies with 1% milk: Greek yogourt

Devotions for Dieters

Mon, 4 Feb 2013 09:52:01 EST

Ignore this page here please!
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How are you doing TODAY?

Sun, 3 Feb 2013 14:22:37 EST

*THIS THREAD IS FOR ENCOURAGEMENT!*

A note to everyone . . . if you feel you'd like a place to come in to tell us how you're doing TODAY.
Some don't come on the chat thread but perhaps you'll come in here, just to say Hi and tell us how you are doing TODAY! (exercise/food)

This thread is for EVERYONE!

I made a commitment when I got up this morning, to eat only food that is healthy for me. I can do this for today! Tomorrow I will make the same commitmen...

You can do it....

Fri, 1 Feb 2013 09:06:09 EST

I found this great motivational from Geneen Roth...I hope you find it as motivating as i did!

"You can do it. You can rescue yourself. No matter what you believe about your competence or your worth, no matter if you weight 400 pounds on the scale or in your mind, you can change. You can become every courageous inch of yourself. But you have to act. You have to make an effort. You have to find a path or practice that knocks at the door of your heart, and then you have to do it. Keep...

Whey Protein powders . . . do you use them?

Wed, 30 Jan 2013 14:22:38 EST

I think I lack protein in my diet and also eat too many carbs.. So I'm trying to fix that problem!

Someone mentioned a while back about Jillian Michaels Whey Protein powder being good. So while at Walmarts today I bought a tin of that, in vanilla flavour.

Not having used whey powder before, I need some input about it. Do you use it? How do you use it?

I had thought of adding a scoop to my Smoothies but need to know if this is how to do it!

Anyon...

"Why Not You?"....

Wed, 30 Jan 2013 08:29:44 EST

“Why Not You?

Today, many will awaken with a fresh sense of inspiration. Why not you?

Today, many will open their eyes to the beauty that surrounds them. Why not you?

Today, many will choose to leave the ghost of yesterday behind and seize the immeasurable power of today. Why not you?

Today, many will break through the barriers of the past by looking at the blessings of the present. Why not you?

Today, for many the burden of s...

...Start Strong...

Mon, 21 Jan 2013 08:46:39 EST

Start Strong
(Ralph Marston)

It takes only a few moments plus a little bit of energy and intention to get your day off to a positive, productive start.

And the way you start your day will determine how the entire day goes for you.

At the beginning of the day, put the very best of yourself into life. That small effort will continue to pay as the day progresses.

Sure, you may not feel like being positive right off the bat. But if you wait ...

Good Morning

Thu, 17 Jan 2013 08:39:40 EST

Just wanted to check in before I leave to have the re-test done on my right side mammogram.
I woke up early, so got up. Took the shower curtain down to wash, and put up a different one for a change. My decor in the bathroom is Outhouses. yes, you read right. Outhouses. LOFL Geo. Jr started it all, he gave me a shower curtain, and bathmat with them on it, and it has grown. I have a soap dispenser, hand cream dispenser, pictures on the wall, etc. Being it fits in with the rest of my ...

Momentum of Effort

Wed, 16 Jan 2013 09:12:17 EST

Momentum of Effort
— Ralph Marston

The way to feel like doing it is to do it. The way to get the work done is to get started and to keep going.

When you’re already doing nothing, it’s much too easy to continue doing nothing. Yet you can always choose to break that pattern.

Momentum is a powerful force. So get it working in your favor.

Don’t be held back by the momentum of idleness. Get busy, establish the momentum of effort, and let it push you...

Hi! I want to be healthy and happy!

Wed, 9 Jan 2013 08:01:01 EST

Hi, my name is Beth and I have been on Spark people for a bit over a year. I have lost just over 60 pounds, and been stuck here for several months. I saw the name of this team and it sounds just like what I need - some happy and healthy people!
My spark page is "open" and my photo is Pooh Bear - because like Pooh Bear "I increase my appetite when I exercise" - a never ending battle for me!

...Calmly Determined

Mon, 31 Dec 2012 09:51:54 EST

Calmly Determined
-- Ralph Marston

You can be determined without being frantic. You can be powerfully purposeful without thrashing around and bouncing off the walls.

Let your sense of determination come not from fear, but from love. Focus your energy not on what you wish to avoid, but on what you intend to create.

In a calm and peaceful spirit there is great power. When driven by a positive purpose, you'll always have the energy to move forward.

Pre Packaged Meal Plans

Mon, 31 Dec 2012 01:00:35 EST

Have you ever tried the pre package meal plans like Nutrisystem or Jenny Craig or any of the others...if so how did you like them....did it benefit you at all

What are you doing New Years Eve?

Sat, 29 Dec 2012 15:33:23 EST

Do you have anything planned? We have a variety of ages on our team so I thought perhaps some would be going out. Of course a lot of people celebrate in their own homes with family, friends, or just by themselves. Some like to go to New Years Eve dances too.

Then . . . there are others like me and my husband. We never and I mean never, stay up till midnight! This special night of the year is now just an ordinary evening to us. So we won't be doing anything this Monday night....

NEW YEARS RESOLUTIONS?

Wed, 26 Dec 2012 14:43:19 EST

2013 - Do you make New Year Resolutions? Some do, some don't . . . if you do, would you like to share them with us? It would be interesting to see what they are!
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"MERRY CHRISTMAS!"

Tue, 25 Dec 2012 06:32:07 EST

446 Merry Christmas to each and every one of you friends! Enjoy this most special day of the year.

Have your turkey, cranberries, and all the trimmings. Enjoy the love of family and friends. And remember: "Jesus is the Reason for the Season!"

"MERRY CHRISTMAS!"

Holiday jigsaw puzzle

Fri, 21 Dec 2012 08:39:13 EST

Merry Christmas to the team from Gloriab73 and Pixie-licious!

www.jacquielawson.com/viewcard.asp?c
ode=ER13610552

Prove it with Persistence (Ralph Marston)

Sun, 16 Dec 2012 12:21:59 EST

Prove it with persistence
— Ralph Marston

If you did it once, you can do it again. When you’ve taken one step, you can take another.

Prove to yourself and to all of life that you really do wish to reach the destination. Prove it with persistence.

Your wishes and your words might be believed, or they might not. Your persistence, though,
is not only an indisputable statement of your intention, but also a bona fide fulfillment of that intention.
...

Dec 12 did you know

Tue, 11 Dec 2012 21:06:00 EST

something about Dec 12
Did you know that at exactly 12 minutes 12 seconds after 12 o’clock on Dec 12 the time will be
12/12/ 12 on 12/12/12 this will not happen again until 2112

Christmas Shopping

Tue, 11 Dec 2012 05:57:47 EST

It is nice to know what we do about Christmas shopping. I know Christmas isn't all about gifts but the giving is a wonderful thing.

Do you buy for your entire family? Do you like shopping for that special something that you know each would like? Or do you prefer to give money/gift cards? Are your gifts practical or something you know the person wouldn't buy themselves?

Are you finished shopping? Wrapping? Do you wrap as you buy or wait and do it all at once?
...

This is fun; make a snowflake!

Sun, 9 Dec 2012 09:56:35 EST

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Check out this cool website...you can make a snowflake there!

snowdays.me/?id=10879083&c=r

If you make one, please post here and tell me what name and location you used, so I can look for it.

You can find my snowflake by looking for Pixie-Licous and my location is HHS team.

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A B C . . . 3 letter words

Sun, 9 Dec 2012 06:50:31 EST

aim

What do you want in 2013

Wed, 5 Dec 2012 17:15:08 EST

What do you want for yourself in the upcoming year.....

I'm still mauling this one over

Cute holiday game!

Sat, 1 Dec 2012 09:27:55 EST

It takes practice but its fun!

www.ferryhalim.com/orisinal/g3/bells
.htm

"HAPPY THANKSGIVING!"

Wed, 21 Nov 2012 17:12:06 EST

429 "Happy Thanksgiving to all my American Friends!" 426

We Canadians celebrated our Thanksgiving in October so now I'm wishing you all a Happy Thanksgiving day tomorrow.

Enjoy your turkey, stuffing, cranberry sauce and pumpkin pies but don't overdo it!
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Celebrate with loved ones, enjoy your day!
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Black Friday Y/N

Sun, 18 Nov 2012 18:16:12 EST

Black Friday Y/N

My answer is yes yes yes this year Best Buy which happens to be my favorite store is having some amazing deals

Small Goal/Small Change Challenge

Sun, 18 Nov 2012 16:11:00 EST

Here is a place to set small goals that are reachable each week. Sometimes focusing on one habit we want to work on. In the end we will reach our goals and can feel proud of the work we did to reach them. Feel free to share your success either by using a emoticon or a few words. You just might motivate someone else.

May you all reach your small change/small goals. Time for action.
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Holiday Plans

Wed, 14 Nov 2012 23:00:43 EST

We have three upcoming holidays Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Years day what will you be doing....what are your special plans

Share your HOLIDAY Recipes with us, please!

Tue, 13 Nov 2012 18:44:26 EST

With Christmas right around the corner and Thanksgiving for those in the States next week, will you share a favourite recipe with us? Can be for a main dish, side dish, salad, dessert, drink, anything that you like.

We could get quite a collection here to make for our holiday. Please put on one or as many as you wish! Looking forward to trying some "new to me" recipes.

Thanks loads, we can get in the holiday spirit early . . . Christmas cookies can be baked and frozen...

'World cities A to Z'

Thu, 8 Nov 2012 09:54:12 EST

Abbotsford, British Columbia

ABSOLUTELY POSITIVELY POSITIVE!!

Mon, 5 Nov 2012 10:04:31 EST

It's a new week, I am ready to conquer it....

Goals for November?

Wed, 31 Oct 2012 09:43:31 EST

Tomorrow is the first of November, the end of this year is approaching quickly!

How have you done this year? Want to end 2012 with a bang?

Think of some great goals you'd like to accomplish in November and perhaps right into December and 2013!

Come on in and share with us and let's see how we do with these!
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Halloween, hand out goodies/turn out lights??

Sun, 28 Oct 2012 14:31:48 EST

Interesting to know what we all do on Halloween night. Do you stock up on goodies and hand out at the door? Do you limit the giving to just the very small children? What do you give out? What do you do with any leftovers?

Or . . . .

Do you prefer to turn out the lights, draw the blinds, watch TV for the night?

Either way is okay, it's your choice. It's just fun to talk about this special night!

WooHoo if you Huddled today!

Sat, 27 Oct 2012 11:07:35 EST

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What brought you to sparks?

Tue, 23 Oct 2012 17:06:36 EST

In B's blog "Do You Appreciate Yourself?", she asked some very meaningful questions in her last paragraph and this is just one of them.
So, what did bring you to sparks? And how did you find sparks?

"Let the Efforts Flow"

Sun, 14 Oct 2012 09:26:39 EST

This is good for everyone, but I especially wanted to share it with everyone who is streaking!

Let The Efforts Flow
(Ralph Marston)

Hold yourself to a high standard, yet don’t be so critical of yourself that you never get anything done. What you do is worthy and valuable even though it may not be perfect.

Seek to stay focused, but don’t beat yourself up when you happen to lose your focus, for that will merely prolong the interruption. Simply let the lap...

Halloween ... do you hand out goodies? celebrate?

Tue, 9 Oct 2012 09:50:37 EST

Hard to believe but it will soon be Halloween!
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We haven't handed out goodies at the door in several years . . . always did until the kids coming around were bigger than me and no costumes, they just held out bags to get goodies!

I always loved Halloween and took my children out every year and enjoyed my grandchildren being brought to my house in their costumes and all excited to see what Grandma had for them! Alas, t...

Double letter words, from A to Z

Tue, 25 Sep 2012 08:59:34 EST

A - aLLow

B-

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Update on Gloria

Mon, 24 Sep 2012 18:58:54 EST

This is Gloria's status;

"My husband was taken to the hospital at 2 this morning and has been admitted. He's getting morphine for pain and having tests. I won't be on sparks much for a few days maybe. xoxo"

Please keep Gloria and her husband in your thoughts and prayers. Thank you!

Positive choices compound over time

Thu, 20 Sep 2012 17:25:01 EST

A friend of mine posted this on another team I'm on and I thought it so good I wanted to share it:

Positive choices compound over time.

If every decision you made held life or death consequences your choices would be simple. You'd readily choose to invest in what matters most-your relationships, health, spiritual growth, personal development, career, finances, etc...

The reality is that most of life's daily decisions hold no immediate impact. The choice you ma...

Get OFF the scale!

Sun, 16 Sep 2012 15:51:06 EST

“Get Off The Scale!'
-Steve Maraboli, Life, the Truth, and Being Free

You are beautiful. Your beauty, just like your capacity for life, happiness, and success, is immeasurable.

Day after day, countless people across the globe get on a scale in search of validation of beauty and social acceptance.

Get off the scale! I have yet to see a scale that can tell you how enchanting your eyes are.
I have yet to see a scale that can show you how wonder...

When you look in the mirror, what do you see?

Fri, 14 Sep 2012 12:16:07 EST

I see a stranger's face, one who looks much older than how I feel!
I also see a strong, determined woman, one who can overcome obstacles that life puts in her way.

What do you see in your mirror?

CONGRATS TO PIXIE

Tue, 11 Sep 2012 21:54:29 EST

www.sparkpeople.com/mypage_public_jo
urnal_individual.asp?blog_id=5047479

FOR THOSE OF YOU THAT HAVE SUBSCRIBED TO THE SPARK COACH FEATURE, SPARK GUYS SPARKMAIL TODAY FEATURED PIXIES BLOG

CONGRATS TO PIXIE, WHO IS SO VERY MOTIVATING AND AMAZING

AND GLORIA IF SHE DISOWNS ME AS HER SISTER WILL YOU AS HER SPARK MOTHER HAVE A TALK WITH HER LOL!

What's your favourite 'go to' snack?

Mon, 10 Sep 2012 09:47:37 EST

Mine is Greek Yogurt and next favourite is a piece of fruit.

Plans for Labour Day weekend?

Thu, 30 Aug 2012 06:26:25 EST

The only concrete plans we have is to have my daughter Sue come on Sunday for the day and as she puts it "to hang out with Mom", lol. Many people here will be going to their cottages and we have a big Fair this weekend in a small town nearby, which is an awesome one!

What are your plans?

Dreams That Come True

Tue, 28 Aug 2012 09:11:18 EST

Dreams That Come True (Ralph Marston)

If you had no limitations, what would you choose to achieve? If you could get up from where you are right now and go to do literally anything, what exactly would it be?

You instinctively know there are things that matter to you more than anything else. It’s important to remind yourself specifically of what they are.

You may not be able to fully achieve your ideal life right now. Yet you absolutely can take very clear, defi...

Where . . . ?

Tue, 28 Aug 2012 06:32:51 EST

Where were you born? raised? have lived? live now?

Hi! I'm Lee!

Tue, 21 Aug 2012 09:57:44 EST

Im a student at Clemson University and I'm morbidly obese. Just a couple years ago, I'd gotten down from my 270lbs to 190lbs through exercise (though, not much dieting). It took a long time for me to reach my lowest weight of 190 in August of 2009. I had surgery and was not able to workout the way I wanted to for 6 weeks. During this time, I moved away from my gym. I never did get back into working out consistently. I would go to the gym before work 4 times a week and play a couple hours of t...

CONGRATULATIONS TO PIXIE!

Mon, 13 Aug 2012 13:24:47 EST

Our Pixie has lost 65 lbs in the past 165 days of streaking! I know she has worked hard at it, she exercises daily and eats healthily but even so, it's difficult. And I commend her on her sticking to it, doing it, never giving up!!

Way to go Pixie! I'm so proud of you! You are a great inspiration to the rest of us!
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Start Over (Poem)

Sun, 12 Aug 2012 10:12:00 EST

I hope this will help to motivate and inspire you! I know sometimes its frustrating to have to start over..and start over...and start over. But keep going! You won't make progress if you throw in the towel, but you WILL make progress if you just keep getting up and trying again and again!

This is for my buddies on the Days in a Row thread, and also for everyone on this team who needs a little motivation to keep going..keep starting over! Never quit! As long as you keep trying, you...

I need HELP with a stir fry, please!

Mon, 6 Aug 2012 14:51:21 EST

I want to make a stir fry for supper and have plenty of fresh veggies and cooked chicken strips but . . . I don't have any bottled stir fry sauce!

Can anyone tell me what else I could use, something that I'd already have in the house? It's too hot to go to store just for this one item!

I'd appreciate any help with this and perhaps others would benefit from your help too.
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What healthy step will you take today?

Mon, 6 Aug 2012 07:09:44 EST

What healthy step are you going to take today?

Since I fell backwards in my eating on the weekend, the step I'll take today is to get back to healthy eating . . . all my meals and my snacks.

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HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO GLORIA

Sat, 4 Aug 2012 14:01:30 EST

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May you have a good one and many more.
Irene

Plans for this long holiday weekend?

Fri, 3 Aug 2012 18:16:18 EST

It is a long holiday weekend here in Canada and many have gone to their cottages and trailers.
We don't have either so . . . . it will be supper out with my sister and her husband tomorrow and on Sunday a meal and day visit with two of my daughters. I love these times with family.

Do you have any plans for the weekend? Want to share with us?

Progress check up!

Fri, 27 Jul 2012 15:16:15 EST

July is winding down and August is just a few days away!

How did you do in July? What has worked for you, and what do you need to change?

What are your plans to make August a success and what do you need to do to make it happen?

Do you feel like you gain if you look at . . .

Wed, 25 Jul 2012 09:26:54 EST

38 Do you feel like you gain if you look at junk or baked goods or candy?

YES! I do know that when I used to eat maybe 3 ounces of chocolate, I'd feel like I gained 5 lbs! And to look at those yummy baked goods, oh my, I do feel like I gain weight!

Monty is very ill

Tue, 24 Jul 2012 11:06:43 EST

Monty is very ill and all who know him please send him your well wishes and support.
He has been a great inspiration and motivator to so many.
Irene

One Small Effort....

Thu, 19 Jul 2012 08:09:02 EST

One Small Effort
-- Ralph Marston

You're only a moment away from making real progress. One small effort can get you started.

It's nice and comfortable to stay where you are, without taking action, without making progress.

Yet after a while that comfort turns into stagnation, and you'll feel painful regret for not moving forward.

Now, however, you have the opportunity to avoid that regret. Now, you have the chance to make valuable use of...

Do you have pets?

Thu, 19 Jul 2012 06:16:16 EST

I have a Chihuahua named Snooks. We got her from a breeder when she was 8 weeks old and she is now 5 years old and the light of my husband's eye! She is very affectionate and comical. We had a Chihuahua before her, who's name was Dolly and she lived to be 12 years old.

These wee dogs, Snooks stays at 3 1/2 lbs, are delightful pets but beware, they always want to be on your lap, lol.

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What does "dessert" mean to you?

Sat, 14 Jul 2012 10:28:42 EST

To me, dessert is anything that follows a meal, whether it is pastry, ice cream, fruit, yogurt, etc.

What kind do you prefer? Or do you not eat dessert?

Right now it is mainly fresh fruit in season for me with occasional ice cream in a dish or cone. None are forbidden in my food plan and I LOVE pumpkin pie on a rare occasion!
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Not sure how this program works!

Thu, 12 Jul 2012 20:06:01 EST

I deal with back pain on a regular basics each day, but I'm tired of the pain stopping me from exercising and doing things I really want to do. I'm overweight, has tried many avenues to loose weight with no results. I eat lost of fruit and vegetables , drinks lots of water, avoid fast foods try to eat proper portions but, still with little or no weight lose. I'm desperate for suggestions or serious help. I need to loose roughly about 85 lb. to reach my desired weight.

Suggestions for a picnic hamper!

Thu, 12 Jul 2012 07:36:58 EST

My family has it's reunion a week from Saturday - July 21st.
I take the food for me and 2 of my daughters and I'm tired of the same old, same old. Had thought of chicken, salads, raw veggies and some fruit.

But, do you have more imagination than me? I have very little! Do you do picnics? Do you have some suggestions? Recipes?

Whatever I take is okay with my girls but I'd love some different ideas! Thanks!

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Do you eat by external clock or wait till hungry?

Thu, 12 Jul 2012 06:45:35 EST

I pretty well eat by the clock because I'm often just not hungry and if I waited till I was, I might over-eat!

Did you have your 8 glasses of water today?

Tue, 10 Jul 2012 11:35:15 EST

Correct time to drink water... Very Important. From A Cardiac Specialist!
Drinking water at a certain time maximizes its effectiveness on the body:

2 glasses of water after waking up - helps activate internal organs

1 glass of water 30 minutes before a meal - helps digestion

1 glass of water before taking a bath - helps lower blood pressure

1 glass of water before going to bed - avoids stroke or heart attack

...

How are you coping in the heat?

Sat, 7 Jul 2012 11:15:31 EST

We've been having extremely high temperatures in our area and for unusually long time.
I'm so thankful for our A/C, could not manage without it.
The way I cope in this heat is to stay in as much as possible and I drink a lot of water. When I do have to go anywhere, I make sure to take along some ice cold water in the van with us.
Cold meals are good right now though I did make some soup last night . . . it was good in the cool house.

How do you cope?? What do you d...

mamitalinda

Thu, 28 Jun 2012 11:58:54 EST

i hope i don't quit this program because i want to lose weight

mamitalinda

Thu, 28 Jun 2012 11:55:32 EST

i hope i don't quit this program because i want to lose weight

What do you do...

Wed, 27 Jun 2012 19:05:26 EST

...when a complete stranger, someone y have had no interaction or connection to, adds you as a SparkFriend?

Just wondering because this has happened to me several times now.

Hi

Wed, 27 Jun 2012 07:25:56 EST

Hello, I'm Amanda and new here. I am hoping this is going to be a great experience. I have tried dieting many times on my own with no success.

This is a thread for help

Sun, 24 Jun 2012 16:06:05 EST

This thread is for everyone. It is a "go to" place to ask for help and all members can jump in to help.

For new members: some have asked how to make their page open so here is the directions . . .
1) -Go to your spark page
2) -Click 'Edit my page'
3) -Go to upper right hand corner, click -- "allow comments on my page"- & also -"email me when I receive a comment"
4) - Be sure to then click 'Save my changes'

Also, go to this link when you have any q...

What did you have for breakfast today?

Sat, 23 Jun 2012 10:59:05 EST

shreddies with Splenda and skim milk
Greek yogurt

Any Ideas for Jazzing Up Canned Veggies?

Fri, 22 Jun 2012 15:15:32 EST

We almost never eat canned vegetables, except mushrooms and potatoes. It's either fresh or frozen but we do like to keep a few of every variety in the pantry "just in case."

I've added canned mushrooms to canned green beans before with some garlic or garlic powder and that's pretty tasty but I was wondering if you had any simple tricks for jazzing up canned vegetables? I've got a couple cans of everything from asparagus to spinach to corn to carrots, etc. I'd like to eat a few o...

Changes on Spark Points Page

Wed, 20 Jun 2012 15:28:45 EST

Did anyone notice the changes on our spark points page?
As far as I remember we now can get:
15 points for food tracked
8 points for reading SparkPeople emails
5 points for commenting on member's blogs

Might be more changes on there that I didn't notice. Did you notice any more than this?

HEAT WAVE! How do you keep cool?

Tue, 19 Jun 2012 19:23:30 EST

Here in southern Ontario, Canada, we are having a heat wave. Tomorrow it is going to be even worse than today.

I stayed in all day because of the humidity and I must have had about 10 glasses of cold water, if not more! We have the A/C on but I drink to keep hydrated and it cools me too.

How do you keep cool in the very hot weather?

Plans for this bright, beautiful weekend?

Sat, 16 Jun 2012 09:51:39 EST

We'll be going to the lake today with my sister and her hubby, to celebrate his birthday down there. A favourite place of all four of us, we feed the ducks, sit on the pier and watch boats and people swimming. A fresh fish supper!

Tomorrow my husband's daughter is taking us out for a meal for Father's Day!

A nice weekend with wonderful outings!

hiii all

Wed, 13 Jun 2012 22:31:49 EST

So Im new to this site. Looking for support and hopefully to meet people with the same goals...

3 things to be happy about today!

Wed, 6 Jun 2012 09:21:25 EST

Sunshine
Worked outdoors already
Feeling good

Savor the flavor of locally grown food

Mon, 4 Jun 2012 08:01:06 EST

Savor the flavor of locally grown food

It seems that everyone is trying to become more environmentally friendly by recycling, taking public transportation, or even trying to "green" their grocery shopping and dinner plates.

One way to help the environment—and enjoy fresh, tasty food—is to focus on fruits and vegetables grown locally, and meats that are raised nearby.

Local produce can be sustainable if it supports local farmers and communities and does not har...

June goals

Sun, 3 Jun 2012 09:52:07 EST

Do you have goals set for June? Come in and share them with us?

June goals for me:
1) - work up to second circuit at Curves
2) - exercise bike at least 3 times a week
3) - learn the art of counting to 10 before I speak when frustrated!
4) - keep up my streak!

MIA

Sat, 2 Jun 2012 11:56:37 EST

Hello all I just wanted to stop and let you know I will be MIA for four days my 14yr old has dislocated both hips and need surgery to put them back so I will be in the hospital for that time and will take my tablet but not sure I will be able to get online there....

Stay strong and sta focused everyone

just 4 me

Wed, 30 May 2012 18:57:16 EST

Hello everyone,
I am here to reach some much over do goals. Hopefully with the help of the group and this site I will achieve.
I hope to hear from someone soon. I need the support....

Hi, My first day as a Sparker

Tue, 29 May 2012 15:40:32 EST

Hi, I just joined SparkPeople today. I am hoping that the support will help me lose weight, get healthier, and get happier. I have tried to go it alone for a couple of years, and have gotten nowhere. It seems that everyone has only good things to say about this web site and method of support groups. Thanks for blazing the trail for me.

Mike

Simple strength training tips

Tue, 29 May 2012 15:30:36 EST

Simple strength training tips

If you’ve never lifted weights in your life — and many people haven’t — why should you start now? The answer is simple: Muscle tissue, bone density, and strength all dwindle over the years. So, too, does muscle power. These changes open the door to accidents and injuries that can compromise your ability to lead an independent, active life. Strength training is the most effective way to slow and possibly reverse much of this decline.

Having s...

Newcomer

Mon, 28 May 2012 23:37:08 EST

Hello, I am Amelia a currentl Junior in college! I never had to worry about diet as a gymnast throughout my childhood and high school. When I got to college my dietary habits went a bit awry. My portions got larger and the mindless snacking increased. This progressed for 2 years and I acrued a hefty 15-20 pounds. This past year I have tried many yo-yo diets and different plans with no success. I finally decided to join a community of determined people to help me on my quest to regain my confi...

The 5 reasons people exercise — what's yours?

Mon, 28 May 2012 09:16:46 EST

The 5 reasons people exercise — what's yours?

People exercise for one of five reasons: for work, for health, for recreation, for competition, or for their appearance.

The amount of exercise you need depends on your reasons for exercising, on your starting point, and on how quickly you want to achieve your goals. And the type of exercise you choose depends on your personal abilities and preferences, on your schedule, and on the facilities at your disposal.

1. E...

To ALL new members!

Sun, 27 May 2012 12:19:47 EST

**PLEASE READ

Welcome to the team!

We are a very caring, supportive team, please join in on any/all threads that you wish, they are there for you.
I would strongly urge you to come on the chat line and tell us about you, get to know us.

We have an ongoing streaking challenge which is to choose something that you need to do and may have difficulty doing (like drinking 8 cups water/eating properly, etc) and then come in that thread daily to let us know what...

NEW MEMBERS - how to "unprivate" your spark page

Sat, 26 May 2012 09:48:03 EST

When you join Sparkpeople, they automatically make your spark page private . . . and most new members don't realize this. For those who wish to keep their page private, that's your decision to make, but for those who wish to receive comments, goodies, the following will show you how to "unprivate" your spark page and we can get on it to wish you well.

1) go to your spark page
2) at upper right hand, click "Edit my spark page"
3) then click "Allow comments on my page"

Welcome to all those who joined our team on May 25

Fri, 25 May 2012 20:33:13 EST

There were 14 of you who joined our team today so this is one big WELCOME to all of you!
I could only get on the pages of 4 of you so for the others, your page must still be set on private.

"If you need any help to "unprivate" your page so we can get on them and leave comments and goodies, please ask and I'll help you.
If you need any help as how to put on a profile picture, please ask and I'll help you."

We are a very caring, supportive team, please join in ...

What is a Calorie, Anyway?

Wed, 23 May 2012 21:14:57 EST

**just read this article tonight so am passing it on

There are some people who believe that a calorie is a calorie, whether it comes from a candy bar, a hamburger, or a piece of broccoli.

These people think that calorie counting is enough to lose weight, and to keep losing it, and they think that as long as they have a certain number of calories per day, the weight will just come off.

That is not true.

You Need To Work For Your Meal…

When...

Body Measurements

Wed, 23 May 2012 13:59:27 EST

How often do you take your body measurements once a week or monthly or non at all...if non at all why not

What was your highest weight ever

Wed, 23 May 2012 13:42:36 EST

What was your highest weight ever...at what point did you make a change

Parents put child in washing machine

Wed, 23 May 2012 13:41:24 EST

This is the sickest thing I've seen yet check it out

www.youtube.com/watch?v=PjGtPiM_iO0&
feature=related

What kind of Scale do you have

Wed, 23 May 2012 13:39:39 EST

what kind of scale do you use....do you find it accurate...I'm looking to getting another and found this one looks awesome

www.amazon.com/gp/product/B002JE2PSA
/ref=ox_sc_act_title_1?ie=UTF8&m=ATVPD
KIKX0DER

Do you like to go to garage sales/flea markets?

Mon, 21 May 2012 06:26:33 EST

I love them! I have jars that I put my change in . . . one for silver, one for Loonies & Toonies, several for pennies and when I get a chance to go to these sales I take some of that money out of the jars and go! That way I don't feel like I'm spending any money, lol.
Sometimes you get really great bargains . . .
"One person's junk is another person's treasure!"
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Long holiday weekend plans?

Fri, 18 May 2012 08:02:48 EST

This is a long holiday weekend in Canada, do you have any special plans?

Our usual Saturday night out with my sister and her husband. Then my daughter Sue is coming early Sunday morning to stay till later Monday, to help with some outdoor chores that we can't do. Her and I will spend a good part of that time visiting each other here!
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What is usually your busiest time of day?

Tue, 15 May 2012 06:32:21 EST

I think mornings are my busiest time . . . I like to get in my sparking then, start any laundry or other big jobs or grocery shop. As the day wears on, I tend to wind down.

Thinking Your Way to Healthy Weight Loss

Mon, 14 May 2012 17:09:36 EST

www.everydayhealth.com/health-report
/eating-for-better-health/thinking-you
r-way-to-weight-loss.aspx?xid=nl_Every
dayHealthDietandNutrition_20120514

Patience, Patience!

Sun, 13 May 2012 09:13:07 EST

Patience, Patience!

You've heard it before, patience is a virtue - but did you know that it can also help you lose weight? It works on both physical and energetic levels.

Here's how:

- Less Stress, Better Well-Being

Have you ever noticed that when you feel stressed, your body doesn't seem to function well? Not only does a stressed, impatient state of mind put you at greater risk for illness, you also hinder your body's fat burning processes. The m...

Mothers Day 2012

Fri, 11 May 2012 01:16:10 EST

What are you plans for Mothers Day this year....please share

Marsha's beloved husband passed away

Wed, 9 May 2012 07:10:31 EST

Marsha's beloved husband Brooks passed away and if anyone would like to leave a comment or goodie to help her through this sad time, her username is MOM2GEO
I'm sure she would appreciate your prayers. Brooks had been ill for quite a while but it's still difficult to lose your mate. I'm keeping her in my prayers.

Do you have photo albums?

Wed, 9 May 2012 06:28:19 EST

I have collected/taken many photos over the years and have a slew of albums.
But since digital cameras came out, I've been keeping my photos on CD's and have a stack of them now.
Can also put my camera card in my TV and watch the pictures on there ... awesome!

I love photos ... they are memories to me!
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Do you prefer tap or bottled water?

Mon, 7 May 2012 06:33:19 EST

I use tap water but I use the Brita filter jug and keep my water in the refrigerator. I do like the bottled water in the hot weather so that I can take a bottle with me wherever I go.
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HEALTH FOOD IMPOSTERS

Fri, 4 May 2012 09:14:49 EST

www.prevention.com/food/smart-shoppi
ng/health-food-impostors?cm_mmc=Spotli
ght-_-899168-_-05042012-_-11-Fake-Heal
th-Foods

Any long length mirrors in your home?

Wed, 2 May 2012 06:15:26 EST

Just a curiosity!
We have long length mirrors for hall closet doors just as you come in our front door ... that makes the room look bigger!
Also long length mirrors for closet doors in hubby's bedroom, they are great when checking how something looks/fits on me!

JUNK FOOD TOUR IN PA

Mon, 30 Apr 2012 17:13:48 EST

thejunkfoodtour.com/video.html

Send Fay a hug

Mon, 30 Apr 2012 13:15:22 EST

Fay is going through some things so I want to send her a hug.

Cinnamon and Honey

Sat, 28 Apr 2012 08:53:21 EST

Cinnamon and Honey
Whoever thought? Honey is the only food on the planet that will not spoil or rot. What it will do is what some call 'turning to sugar'. In reality, honey is always honey. However, when left in a cool dark place for a long time it will "crystallize". When this happens loosen the lid, boil some water and sit the honey container in the hot water, but turn off the heat and let it liquefy naturally. It is then as good as it ever was. Never boil honey or put it in a microw...

What are your favorite Healthy snacks?

Sat, 28 Apr 2012 05:30:41 EST

I like fresh fruit or almonds or 100 calorie packs of pop corn, among other things!
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"Happy Birthday Pixie"

Sat, 28 Apr 2012 03:32:18 EST

409 410 "Happy Birthday Pixie!" 410 409

Enjoy your very special day! Wishing you many more happy birthdays!

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Belated "Happy Birthday" to JOHGLO (Gloria)

Thu, 26 Apr 2012 16:05:49 EST

410 "Happy Belated Birthday Gloria!" 410

Wishing you many more happy, special birthdays and I hope you celebrated your birthday yesterday royally!

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(My apologies for not putting this on yesterday!)

Happy Anniversary NIGHTHAWLK (Carolyn)

Thu, 26 Apr 2012 16:01:44 EST

337 "Happy Anniversary to you & your hubby Carolyn" 337

408 A toast to you both on this special day! Celebrate royally!
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Gloria

Welcome ABETTRME (Nancy)

Wed, 25 Apr 2012 16:20:34 EST

Hi Nancy, it's good to see you on the team ... I'm really glad you joined.
We've got an awesome streaking challenge on the go if you'd care to join ... just jump right in!
Make yourself at home, see you on the threads!
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The Beverage that's WORSE than HFC Syrup

Mon, 23 Apr 2012 19:11:51 EST

articles.mercola.com/sites/articles/
archive/2012/04/23/aspartame-in-less-s
ugar-sodas.aspx

Send Gloria a hug. Emoticon

Sat, 21 Apr 2012 13:05:35 EST

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My sister passed away

Fri, 20 Apr 2012 09:23:52 EST

Letting you know that my beloved sister Jessie passed away during the night. We just received word of this and she will be buried on Tuesday, which would have been her 96th birthday.

She is now with her beloved husband and with God for her final rest.
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How are you doing this month? Progress check up!

Tue, 17 Apr 2012 09:05:42 EST

We're a little past the halfway mark for the month....so how are you doing? Give yourself a little checkup and see if you need to make any changes, or if you need to keep doing what you're already doing. What progress have you made so far this month?

Welcome to FRAN533!

Sat, 14 Apr 2012 11:04:14 EST

Hi Fran, welcome to the team!
I'm sure you'll enjoy being here with us. We have a group of friendly, helpful ladies and we all support one another.

Jump in on any/all threads you wish, they are there for you! Join our streaking challenge for some fun and positive help!
See you on the threads!
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Confessions

Fri, 6 Apr 2012 16:52:31 EST

This past week I did myself in by buying a yearly treat for myself. I bought not one, but 2 BIG bags of the candy coated chocolate malted milk balls shaped like eggs. It's something you only see at Easter time and last year I didn't buy any at all. I really shouldn't have this year either as over the last 7 days I've eaten almost 3.5 lbs of the candy. The 2 bags total 4.5 lbs and I might have 1 lb left. If it's more than that I'd be surprised. I get started on them and eat til I literly make ...

Your plans for Easter?

Wed, 4 Apr 2012 16:07:41 EST

Nothing definite yet but I think my husband is going to make a reservation for him and I to have Easter dinner at a restaurant on Sunday. My children all have their own plans so it's either I cook a big meal for him and I or go out to eat. I prefer going out when it's just us . . . I think he does too.

Sure miss the fuss and hub-bub when the children were younger, I loved decorating and hiding eggs, and making a delicious dinner.

What will you be doing? Going to be ...

Happy Anniversary Pixie!

Sun, 1 Apr 2012 07:17:51 EST

408 "Happy Anniversary to you Pixie and your hubby!" 408

A toast to you both on this very special day! Wishing you many more happy years together!
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Welcome JONGLO2011

Sat, 31 Mar 2012 07:14:11 EST

Welcome to the team Gloria, it's nice to see you here!
Jump in on any/all the threads, they are there for you.
Come on the chat line and talk with us, get to know us and we'll get to know you. We're a friendly, helpful group!
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Gloria

**sorry Gloria, I spelled your username wrong, it should have been JOHGLO2011, a slip of my finger when typing!

8 questions!

Thu, 29 Mar 2012 13:08:27 EST

I read this Spark article with questions and answers from the Spark coaches. I thought it would be interesting if we answered the same questions. Here is the link to the article;

www.sparkpeople.com/resource/motivat
ion_articles.asp?id=467

Here are the questions, I look forward to seeing your answers!

1. In my fridge, you'll always find.........

2. My favorite "go to" exercise is......

3. When I usually workout;
...

Welcome MAVISDAVIS2

Sat, 24 Mar 2012 06:46:52 EST

Welcome to the team, it is good to have you here.
Jump in on any/all threads you wish, they are there for you.

Come on the chat line, get to know everyone and we'll get to know you, make yourself at home!
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Gloria

Welcome to CINNASADIE!

Fri, 23 Mar 2012 17:46:49 EST

213 Hi, welcome to the team! I'm glad you chose to join and I look forward to meeting you on the threads!

Come on the chat line, get to know us and we'll get to know you. I'm sure you'll enjoy being here with this friendly, supportive group!
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Gloria

Welcome to WALKINGGIRL6

Thu, 22 Mar 2012 06:31:45 EST

213 Hi, welcome to the team!

Jump in on any/all threads, they are there for you. We're just starting a streaking challenge if you wish to join in. Come on the chat thread, get to know us and we'll get to know you.

I'm sure you'll enjoy being here with us, we're friendly and helpful!
See you on the threads!
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Gloria

Describe your day ... use ONE WORD!

Mon, 19 Mar 2012 19:20:52 EST

Wonderful!

Welcome to PECAN1061 (Dee)

Mon, 19 Mar 2012 17:17:55 EST

Hi Dee, welcome to the team, it's good to see you. I'm sure you'll enjoy being here with us, we have a lovely group of ladies who are friendly, helpful and supportive!

Come on the chat thread, get to know us and we'll get to know you.
All the best to you on your healthy lifestyle journey!
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Gloria

Will you be celebrating St Paddy's Day?

Sat, 17 Mar 2012 07:25:39 EST

We won't be doing the green beer thing, lol, but we'll be going out for supper and I'll look for something Irish or green on the menu!
Been looking through my clothes and haven't found a green item yet to wear!

I'll be humming Irish tunes to myself all day!
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What program(s) do you use most on SP?

Fri, 16 Mar 2012 11:23:54 EST

Teams for the support, friendship, daily cheer
Blogs, to know how other members are doing

What's for dinner tonight?

Mon, 12 Mar 2012 12:06:09 EST

I'm going to have a chicken dinner . . .

chicken breast which has been cut into 1-inch cubes, browned in a pan ...
broccoli florets then put in with that and then ...
VH Butter Chicken sauce poured over all and lid on and cooked till done ...
this mixture will be put over cooked rice on my plate
fresh strawberries for dessert
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Is Sparks slow for you???

Mon, 12 Mar 2012 10:20:30 EST

For over a week now, every posting I do seems to take forever!
For example, I click on a thread and start to count . . . can get up to 30 before that thread will even come in!
Then I write my message, click to send and again, start to count . . . between 30 and 40 before it sends!! And I count slowly!!
I go to another thread and repeat same procedure!!

Sparks has never been this slow for me before nor has it lasted this long. So I wondered if it's just me or is it...

Welcome to THINLIN07

Sat, 10 Mar 2012 21:06:26 EST

235 to our team Lyn, I'm glad you chose to join us.

Come on the chat thread, get to know us and we'll get to know you and in no time you'll feel right at home!
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Gloria

Welcome to TUNERVILLE

Fri, 9 Mar 2012 05:25:46 EST

213 Hi, welcome to the team! Jump in on any/all threads that you wish, they are there for you!

Come in on the chat thread, get to know us, tell us about you. We're friendly and helpful and we're glad to have you with us!
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Gloria

Welcome SUGARBEACHES [Pam]

Mon, 5 Mar 2012 09:16:56 EST

Welcome to the team Pam, it's good to see you here! I'm sure you'll enjoy being with this awesome group of ladies!

Jump in on any/all threads that you wish, they are here for you. Come on the chat thread, get to know us, tell us about you! We're friendly, helpful and we'll do all we can to encourage you.

See you on the threads!
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Gloria

How many teams . . .

Mon, 5 Mar 2012 07:15:19 EST

How many teams do you belong to?

Do you get on each one daily? Huddle daily? Find it easy or a bit hard to post on each one daily?

What kind of teams appeal to you . . . challenge teams/exercise teams/specific age teams/recipe teams/? ? ?

Just One Pound of Fat

Thu, 1 Mar 2012 07:46:11 EST

One Pound of Fat

Hello! Do you know me? If you don't, you should. I am ONE POUND OF FAT, and I am the happiest pound of FAT that you would ever want to meet! Want to know why? It's because no one ever wants to lose me! After all, I am only ONE POUND OF FAT. Just ONE POUND. Everyone wants to lose 3 or 5 or 15 pounds, but never ONLY one. So, I just stick around and happily keep you. Then I am free to add to myself, ever so slyly, so that you never seem to notice... That is,...

Your favorite season/why?

Wed, 29 Feb 2012 08:03:13 EST

A toss up between spring and fall . . . spring to see the new awakening of the buds on the trees, flowers beginning to sprout out of the ground, shedding winter coats and boots, but I do think Autumn is my favorite!

Autumn with nature's rainbow of colors, turning the leaves crimson and gold on the trees, the cool crisp air, knowing Christmas will soon be here . . .

Happy Anniversary Chris!

Tue, 28 Feb 2012 07:07:20 EST

408 "A toast to you & your hubby on your Anniversary!" 408
Today is a special day for the both of you, celebrate royally, enjoy the day. Wishing you many more happy years together!
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Did you watch the Academy Awards?

Mon, 27 Feb 2012 11:04:58 EST

I think the highlight of the entire evening watching the awards was seeing Christopher Plummer take the Oscar for Best Supporting Actor! Imagine doing that at age 82? I have watched many of his movies and he is great!

Loved looking at all the actresses in their beautiful gowns, on the red carpet. Gave a glimpse of glamour. I liked most of their gowns but some looked a bit dowdy or didn't look like they fit right. And these women are so beautiful!

How did you feel ab...

Welcome to MCDNURSE (Melissa)

Sat, 25 Feb 2012 16:05:02 EST

Hi Melissa, welcome to our team, we're glad to see you here.

Jump in on any/all threads that you wish, they are there for you! Join in the chats on the chat thread, we talk about our daily lives, how we're doing, what we're doing, anything at all!
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TV or good book?

Wed, 22 Feb 2012 06:41:07 EST

Though I have a couple of TV programs that I really enjoy watching, when it comes between TV or a good book, I'll take the good book! I'm reading one now that my cleaning woman had given me last fall.

Why do you like Friday's

Fri, 17 Feb 2012 09:47:58 EST

Everyone seems to like Friday. Why?

I love Friday as it is the day the Lord has made.

I get my hair done.

I always eat at a seafood restaurant on Friday. Love sea food.

Now your turn. Why do you like Friday?

My biggest challenge today is . . .

Wed, 15 Feb 2012 06:08:41 EST

Getting on my exercise bike . . . feel lazy!

"Happy Valentines Day!"

Tue, 14 Feb 2012 07:39:27 EST

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Enjoy this special day. Have a nice meal and a wee bit of chocolate. Celebrate this day in whatever way you choose and know that you are loved.
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Do you like to cook?

Mon, 13 Feb 2012 10:08:14 EST

I'm a plain cook and used to love cooking but nowadays it seems to be a chore. Mainly, I think, because my hubby does not want regular meals of veggies/meat/potatoes, he'd rather have soup/sandwich.

I used to love to bake too but since finding nearly everything I bake is not good for us, I rarely bake.

Just wondered if you ladies like to cook, come in and tell us?

Welcome to PEACHYONE (Jennifer)

Fri, 10 Feb 2012 21:42:54 EST

Welcome to the team Jennifer! Come in and make yourself at home, we're friendly and helpful and we'll encourage you all we can.

Jump in on any/all threads that you wish, they are there for you.

See you on the threads!
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Gloria

Do you have any exercise equipment at home?

Thu, 9 Feb 2012 11:21:22 EST

I have a treadmill, which is seldom used. Had to stop when my heart got bad but maybe could be using it again now.

Also have an exercise bicycle which I use all the time, I love it! I don't know if there is another piece of equipment I'd want but might get some ideas when I see what you girls have/use!
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Dining out . . .

Wed, 8 Feb 2012 16:52:22 EST

Do you go out to dine often? Got a favorite place? Enjoy eating out?

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Happy Birthday RAINBOWMF (Mary)

Wed, 8 Feb 2012 08:15:17 EST

409 410 "Happy Birthday Mary" 410 409
Enjoy your special day to the fullest! Wishing you many, many more happy healthy years!
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Just for fun . . .

Tue, 7 Feb 2012 07:08:11 EST

What did you do today?

Pick the month you were born:

January-------I kicked
February------I loved
March--------I karate chopped
April----------I licked
May----------I jumped on
June----------I smelled
July-----------I did the Macarena With
August--------I had lunch with
September----I danced with
October-------I sang to
November-----I yelled at
December-----I ran over

Pick the day (number) you were born on...

SparkPeople Cook Book ... do you have it?

Fri, 3 Feb 2012 13:01:41 EST

I ordered my book and just got it yesterday. Started reading it and find it is pretty good. The introduction by Chris Downie is a nice one and I'm into reading what Chef Meg wrote.

Looks like lots of info in this book and the recipes have tips and tells sides to have with them to make a meal, etc.

Just wondered if you've bought it and what you think of it.
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What I think about me today [new game]

Tue, 31 Jan 2012 11:42:46 EST

We'll use one alphabet letter per day to describe what you think about yourself that day.

Example: A- Adorable (or aerobic, ample, etc.)
We will only use one letter per day and you can play as many times per day as you wish.

Current Challenge (changes often) jump in!

Sat, 28 Jan 2012 11:42:52 EST

This week I want us all to try to track all of our food. Track the good, the bad and the ugly. You will learn that things aren't as bad as they seem most times and that any food can be planned into your meals.

This will also help you take inventory of what you ARE eating right now. You can't change something if you don't know what it is.

How do you reward/pamper yourself?

Sat, 28 Jan 2012 11:37:40 EST

A great idea from Irene, to come in and let us know how you reward yourself . . . I'll add - do you set rewards for certain goals and if so, what are they?

Do you do yourself a kindness and have some pampering done now and then and if so, what do you have done?

Artificial sweeteners??

Fri, 27 Jan 2012 08:31:33 EST

I image a good many of us use artificial sweeteners in our drinks, cooking, baking, etc., but does anyone really know if they're good for us?

I've heard/read many pros and cons and there it was in our local newspaper again this morning so it got me thinking about it again!

We've used Splenda for years, I figured it's a safe one. Then my son's wife, who is a naturalist when it comes to eating, told me last weekend that no artificail sweetener is good for you, to try Stev...

Greek yogurt anyone???

Wed, 25 Jan 2012 09:13:47 EST

If anyone has tried Greek yogurt would you give me your opinion of it? I want to try it in a Smoothie but have no idea if it tastes any different from regular yogurt. I've heard it is good for you so I'd like to incorporate it in my healthy diet plan.

Also, if you've tried it and like it, any other way to eat it? Recipes with it?

Your weather today?

Tue, 24 Jan 2012 09:42:03 EST

Colder here today and going to get snow flurries. Very dull and gloomy outside. Don't know the temperature off hand.

What's it like where you live today?

A Fun Word Game

Mon, 23 Jan 2012 22:25:20 EST

leave me a one-word comment about your day that starts with the third letter of your first name. Only one word please. Come back each day with a new word......I'll start it off

Messy

A to Z . . what do you see in the room you are in?

Tue, 17 Jan 2012 17:58:06 EST

A - apples

What is your new name?

Mon, 16 Jan 2012 10:07:52 EST

Sometimes when you have a stressful day or week, you need some silliness to break up the day. Here is your dose of humor...

Follow the instructions to find your new name.

So:-

1. Use the 3rd letter of your first name to determine your New first name:
a = snickle
b = doombah
c = goober
d = cheesey
e = crusty
f = greasy
g = dumbo
h = farcus
i = dorky
j = doofus
k = funky
l = boobie
m = sleezy...

Exercise Challenge . . . Jan 15/21

Sun, 15 Jan 2012 06:42:05 EST

This week let's make sure we get in at least 20 minutes of exercise daily . . . if more, GREAT!

Come in and post how many minutes daily and what exercise you did.

We need to move our bodies to lose the weight and to be in fit shape. There are so many ways to exercise, either do your regular ones or try some new ones.
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Sharing Blogs???

Fri, 13 Jan 2012 18:57:04 EST

Hi,
I just wanted to share some info I received from a leader of another team I'm on:

This information came to me from another member
Through another blog I just learned of a new feature on SparkPeople that automatically added a "Share Bar" to our blog entries. I do not like this feature.

If you'll notice your own blog now there is a "Share" bar at the top of the blog. That means if someone likes your blog entry they can "share" on their Facebook wall!! Who w...

What equivalent did you lose?

Wed, 11 Jan 2012 19:31:10 EST

Here are some weight comparisons . . what equivalent have you shed and what will you be shedding?

1 lb = a Guinea Pig
1.5 lbs = a dozen Krispy Kreme glazed donuts
2 lbs = a rack of baby back ribs
3 lbs = an average human brain
4 lbs = an ostrich egg
5 lbs = a Chihuahua
6 lbs = a human's skin
7 lbs = an average newborn
8 lbs = a human head
10 lbs = chemical additives an American consumes each year
11 lbs = an average housecat
12...

Welcome BETHV10

Wed, 11 Jan 2012 10:31:46 EST

Welcome to the team Beth, I'm really glad you chose to join us. Come in and get to know the ladies, they're a wonderful, supportive group and we'll help you to lose those lbs as best as we can!

Jump in on any/all threads, they are there for you. We have a weekly challenge and also a yearly one, so please join these if you wish.

Looking forward to meeting you on the chat thread.
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Your favorite time of day to exercise is ? ?

Mon, 9 Jan 2012 08:01:01 EST

Mornings, when I'm feeling awake and chipper, before I get tired! But will exercise in afternoon also.

Water challenge . . January 8 - 14

Sun, 8 Jan 2012 06:40:07 EST

Water is one of our basic needs but some of us don't know how to get in 8 glasses a day and others just don't like water! This challenge is to help us drink those 8 glasses a day.

The *goal* is to reach 8 cups of water per day.

You can certainly start out with flavored water, so that your body gets used to you drinking that much each day. Crystal lite is a great source for flavor without calories. Another way, is to squeeze a lime or lemon into your water. Herbal tea...

Welcome to LILACBUTTERFLY5

Fri, 6 Jan 2012 10:16:09 EST

213 Hi and welcome to our team. I'm sure you're going to enjoy being here. Come on in and meet everyone, we're friendly and we look forward to meeting you!

Jump in on any/all threads you wish, they're there for you. And we have some ongoing challenges if you'd like to join in.

All the best to you on your healthy lifestyle journey!
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Gloria

What did you do with leftover holiday goodies?

Fri, 6 Jan 2012 06:07:13 EST

If you had any leftover Christmas cookies, pies, turkey, chocolates, etc., what did you do with them??

100 lbs in 2012 Challenge, are you in?

Thu, 5 Jan 2012 08:17:33 EST

I saw this on another team and thought it was a great idea! (I just changed the amount of lbs to be lost for the year!)

Welcome to the 100 pounds in 2012 Challenge. Let's post our losses to see how long it will take to lose 100 lbs AS A TEAM!

First person starts with 100 and subtracts what you have lost and so forth. Show the math. (e.g: 100 - 2 lbs = 98. Next person subtracts their lbs lost from 98 and so on and so on)

NOTE: If you REGAIN and then lose a ...

Jan. Goals 2012

Mon, 2 Jan 2012 17:01:24 EST

What are your goals for the month of Jan....It's a new year let's make it a better you....What will you change to make this your healthiest year yet

My Word for the Year 2012

Mon, 2 Jan 2012 14:31:31 EST

I was inspired by a Guidepost story to come up with a word for 2012.
My word for 2012 - LOVE. I will concentrate on this word for the entire year. It doesn't sound so difficult, does it? But, really, for me it is. I become too quick to get upset when other people throw a monkey-wrench into my plans, or somebody on the road is not driving the way I expect them to be driving (just a couple of examples). My head and my attitude are not very loving and forgiving entities! Therefore the deeds...

Fruits & Veggies - Jan 1 to Jan 7

Sat, 31 Dec 2011 13:45:56 EST

Let's do some weekly challenges, to get us eating/exercising well in 2012

This week, January 1 to 7 . . . .

Eat at least 4 fruits/veggies a day!

Come in daily and let us know which ones you ate, even if you don't make the 4 a day, come in on this challenge and work on it.

Could be a big salad or cup of fresh, canned or frozen fruit, raw veggies, think of some new ways to consume them!
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Welcome LADY131

Fri, 30 Dec 2011 19:23:35 EST

Welcome to the team! I'm glad you chose to join us. Come in on the chat thread and get to know us.
Jump in on any/all threads you wish, they're there for you!
See you on the threads!
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Gloria

How do you celebrate New Years Eve?

Wed, 28 Dec 2011 08:05:40 EST

We haven't celebrated New Years Eve in years, can't sit up that late anymore!
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But for years, my husband made it a romantic night for two! We'd have our showers early and sit in front of the fireplace till near midnight. He'd order in Chinese food and we'd have that with a nice bottle of wine. We'd watch and listen to all the happy people bringing in the New Year on TV and we brought ours in with a big, beautiful kiss! What a way to begin a new year!
I miss th...

Lemon water - healthy drink!

Mon, 26 Dec 2011 11:11:19 EST

I know I blogged about this a long time ago but some of you wouldn't have seen it.
Did you know that 1/2 fresh lemon squeezed into a glass of warm water first thing in the morning is healthy for you? I have gotten away from that drink but started back again this morning and I put a spoon of Splenda in mine to sweeten it a bit. Here is some info about it . . .

1) - When you start drinking this combination the body will stop storing fluid and allow for you to start losing wei...

Welcome to RFJSJ50 (Sheila)

Fri, 23 Dec 2011 19:56:17 EST

Welcome to the team Sheila, it's good to have you here.
Jump in on any/all threads that you wish, they are there for you.

Come in and chat, you'll feel right at home with us . . . because you are!
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Gloria

How will you celebrate Christmas Eve?

Thu, 22 Dec 2011 17:25:02 EST

Quietly! At home with Rolly!
Today we went to my oldest daughter Denise's to take her and my youngest daughter Melissa's gifts. Melissa is spending the weekend at Denise's.

Stepdaughter and her grown son are coming tomorrow for the afternoon.
My son and his wife are coming Saturday, sometime, to exchange gifts.
We don't expect anyone else so we'll sit in quietly and watch TV on Saturday night.

At one time we had loads of family come on Christmas Eve then...

Make a snowflake, its fun!

Tue, 20 Dec 2011 13:18:26 EST

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Check out this link, its a fun way to make a snowflake. Look for the one I made....to find it, look for Pixie-Licious, my location is Sparkpeople. I tried to make my snowflake look like it had gnome faces on it...can you tell? (Probably not, lol...I'm not very good at it!)

Make your own snowflake and if you'd like, post here to let us know what name and locati...

"Happy Birthday PATTI1441"

Sun, 18 Dec 2011 06:36:57 EST

409 410 "Happy Birthday Patti!" 410 409
Wishing you a fun-filled day and much happiness & good health in the coming year! Enjoy your special day!
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Fit things in life, A to Z

Mon, 12 Dec 2011 17:45:09 EST

aerobics

Something positive about my day . . .

Mon, 12 Dec 2011 17:44:18 EST

I finished wrapping Christmas gifts!