I was wondering what had happened to you! I can’t believe I flunked the M&S interview!! It was done in a role play situation in a tiny office in their Bromley branch. A member of staff played the part of the customer and I played the part of the customer assistant. They said because I didn’t get up off my seat to tend to the ‘customer’, I didn’t meet all the criteria! I said I’d stayed seated due to the very cramped space in which we were ‘acting’ and had I actually been in the food hall, I would definitely have approached the customer (because I wouldn’t have been sitting down behind a desk, would I?!). Never mind, I’ll keep looking and at least I know what they’re looking for now! Next is a great option. Good luck when the time comes.

Anyhow, I’m glad things are going well for you. It certainly does make you more mindful of what you are eating and the quantities. My sweet/snacking tooth has got the better of me in the last couple of days (fortunately not on a fast day) but I’ve compensated by not eating dinner which I never would’ve done before. This answers your question with regards to cravings, I guess but I’d say they are definitely reduced. I find I’m less likely to snack if I’ve had a good night’s sleep which has slightly eluded me this week because my son has either been out partying all night or at Thorpe Park or just at what the youth of today call a ‘gathering’ round at friend’s houses. I never sleep as well when he’s not home because I worry about how much he might drink or what he might get up to etc! He’s 16, nearly 17 and it’s an age that requires a lot of parental management!

Hope you have a good weekend.

Ali

Hi, thanks for the condolences! I’ve dusted myself down and will keep looking. At least I know what they’re looking for now.

Wow, good luck with 4:3 and your forthcoming op; I imagine you know exactly what to expect from breast reduction surgery. I hope the 4:3 provides you with the loss you are hoping to achieve.

I wouldn’t feel guilty about a bag of crisps. I’ve over indulged big time today and am looking forward to Monday to put things right. I went out with a friend tonight and had three courses at ZIzzi’s! I’m laying in bed feeling dreadfully bloated. Although I’ve been more mindful of what I eat recently, when I’m out with friends the rule book goes out the window.

Have a good Sunday and let me know how 4:3 goes. Good luck!

Ali

Hi again. How far are you from your ideal weight? I’m sure that must be a relief not having to think about the op it for a while. I’m thinking of having my bunions removed. I’m sure they affect the way I walk and I end up with sore ankles and hips. I also get stabbing pains like electric shocks in my left foot (I think it’s called a neuroma) and I’m wondering if that’s related. I’m putting off going to see anyone until after Christmas now.

It’s great that you sound so positive. I’d be interested to hear your progress on 4:3. I too like the way this slots into normal life and I can still indulge a little.

Keep me posted of your progress.
Ali x

Hi Nursebean, 2 stone isn’t too bad. I’m about the same. I weigh around 11st 10. In my 30s I managed to get down to 9st 7 but I feel happy enough at 10st 3 – clothes fit, tummy trimmer etc. I’ll try and get to 10st 3 and see how I feel then.

I’m a bit fed up with having sore feet, ankles and hips and I think the bunions are the root cause. It occurred to me that it might be a good idea to sort it out before I find a job but I’m not sure if I’ve got the guts!!

I think you’ve made the right decision re 4:3. You may just achieve your goals with 5:2 but if you get stuck you can up the anti!

Yes, I’ve fasted today. Felt very grumpy early on. May have to apologise to my husband later for my dreadful turn of phrase in the car this morning! Dinner’s in the oven now though. How has your day been?

Ali x

Hi Symba

Thanks for the advice. It certainly won’t be something I rush into by any means. Your problem sounds mighty painful. I have a friend who works as a nurse who has seen some very positive results which really got me thinking. If I were going to do it, now would be time as I’m a housewife. I’m in flats most of the time now and cannot wear heels at all but this doesn’t bother me. The bunions throb at night and now I’ve got a compressed nerve which is very painful. 🙁 It maybe that my feet feel better when I’ve lost some more weight. Fingers crossed.

Hope all’s going well fasting wise for you.

Ali