Day 5 – Nebraska, USA – NFD
158.8
I’m sad at the gain from yesterday, but to be sad at 158.8? It’s been awhile since that was a sad number! Today is probably not going to be much better, since there are all the leftovers from last night’s dinner, but I’m hopeful that having the carbs at lunch and avoiding them at supper will help.
I was out the door by 8:30 this morning to practice organ and then get a few groceries, and then got home just in time for kickoff at 11 and now we’re in the 4th quarter and solidly ahead, so that feels good. All anyone can talk about, however, is the heat of 93, with a feels like of 104. Think about those people at the football game in that heat, and the team running and tackling and etc. Ugh. We’re on our third week of being in the 90s and it’s going to last until next Wednesday before it cools at all…I’m ready for actual fall temps!
And I have to focus on the game, so that’s it for now. Have a grand one, everyone!
Day 5 UK NFD
Slept well last night but woke with back pain 🤷♀️ I know I didn’t move enough yesterday and that is probably the cause, arthritis makes me seize up if I don’t keep moving….the joys of getting older! So painkillers and gentle careful movements today, the planned chores will just have to wait. I’m planning to drive to Wales on Tuesday so I need my back better quickly 🤞
I have planned our weekend menus and allowed for some 🍷 so feeling on track.
Have a good day everyone 🙂
Day 5 – Ireland – NFD 🚫 ✅ 🚶🏽♀️🌾
Holà!
@iona72 so glad you had a lovely anniversary meal.
I was out too and enjoyed it all … back to focus today.
So great to have you all back and to our regulars – I know I dipped out for a while there last winter/spring but it really shows the importance of keeping the challenges going so thank you! So we are here when people make their way back after challenging times. Or just a healthy break. 😀
I often wonder where everyone has gone and why – and don’t like to think too much on that but just hope everyone is ok 🙏
⭐️⭐️⭐️
Onward and downward ⬇️
We rise by lifting others 💕
Day 5 UK NFD
How lovely to see some old friend back with us 💓
Great to be home , feel like I need a few days to unwind, planning a couple of FDs for Mon & Tues , then back travelling but when I get back plan to give it my absolute all for the latter half of the month 💪
Day 5……Florida…..CD
Yesterday, it ended up being more of a CD than a FD…. I felt so off yesterday, nothing that I’ve ever felt before. So, I ended up going a little over what I planned. But I did go for a stroll later in the evening with the DH. We had a massive thunderstorm come through and the was no humidity. So a great time to walk around these parts.
Today, Will be a CD….. DH does all the cooking around here and he told me we have to eat these the last of the sauce (homemade spaghetti sauce) and some ham before it goes bad. So, we’ll finish those off and get them out of the fridge.
No plans for the day but a lot of should do’s, so I am off to find a reason to put off my should do’s…..
Good morning ladies.I agree Trigger point is the best I have seen, watched all the others and this is best. Vigil is also on at the same time on BBC so recorded both, don’t need to record then really as they are on itv X and the BBC iPlayer.I had a bad coughing spell when I went to bed last night the my chest is weasing and keeps me awake. My knees are getting worst as well. I’m just an old Croc.
Day 5 UK
I have done OMAD days since the first of September. And still not had any bread. Was craving for it last night, but as i remember from my smoking days cravings don’t last very long so with that in mind I have been ok. Nice and sunny today although we have had lots of rain. My cough is getting worse so it’s back to the cough medicine. What you do up to today?
Day 5 NE England IF 16:8
Busy day yesterday forgot to post!
Trying to hold out as long as I can today after our lovely anniversary meal!
Sun is shining so off out for a walk soon, then must shop for groceries the cupboards are empty. I am thinking about making soup, not had any for months!
Happy weekend all, will check in later to catch up.
Evening!
Dave- poor you, I agree I doubt you’ll hear anything straight away from your x-ray! Really well done with the bowls today 🥇🏆🎉 Are you going to watch Ipswich playing tonight?
Jean- hopefully you’ll see a bit more of Katie over the weekend…shame about the fish & chips! Maybe you’ll be making green tomato chutney?!
Hemmy- You’re getting through some books! I’ve just read a couple by Steven Leather I think, about an MI5 agent, not my usual book but I’ve really enjoyed them. What have you eaten today?
Still not heard from the doctor, so won’t be getting the beta blockers for a few days with it being the weekend! Got soaked walking Xena this morning, she decided torrential rain was perfect for playing at the park in & chased her ball for ages! Ben quite lazy apart from taking her to the vets, just felt really tired today. New tablets for her allergy, gave her the 1st one at 4pm, it’s working already! Had carbonara tonight, with spinach & not pasta for me. And watching Trigger Point, the new series has been really good!
Might go out somewhere tomorrow if the weather is okay.
Have a good weekend 🥰
Hello ladies I think we have won the league at bowls today We won 8-0 so that should do it only one have left now. Still coughing and I don’t know that much will happen when I have my x-rays. Usually takes a few days for the results.
Day 4 UK
Had a good day food wise, and I think we have won the league at bowls today. Still coughing so it will be interesting to see what happens at the hospital.
Day 4 France CD
Aiming for about 1200 cals today.
Experienced some mizzle (misty rain) today. Just enough to be annoying.
Now headed away from Brittany in the camper towards the Dordogne. Meeting up with old friends tomorrow so definitely a NFD on Saturday.
@stitchin carol sounds like a pleasing number for you 😀
@bert1802 – i must look out my copy of atomic habits. I remember reading it last time it was mentioned. As you say, deceptively simple, yet we don’t for the theory all the time.
@missybear You’ve done it once, you can do it again. I don’t think my bmi had ever been that low. I’ll settle for below 25. I have friends who are happy to settle for 30, so you are way ahead of them.
Good evening everyone. Xxxx
It s been a damp dull day here but at least watering duty at neighbours just the green houses to do. .
Food shop this morning.. and found 2 more books. Just started Walking on Sunshine by Heidi Swain.
Weight is low. I seem to be getting very full more quickly .. maybe age lolol .
Dave.. Hopefully they will get you sorted re chest knees very soon Everyone just seems to be waiting for treatment.
H H ..Its disgraceful all this back and forth with people especially when you are in pain.
A friend who was once a medical receptionist said to me Unfortunately Carol its not who is first in the que that is seen first its he who shouts loudest. Sad really.
I hope you slept better last night. x
Sym.. I hope you are having an enjoyable day.. Lots of coming and going with younger peeps.
I bet the dogs are loving it they seem to have an affinity with the young. I guess its their quicker movements.
Enjoy your evening everyone. “Start the weekend strong with a positive mind.” Xxxx
Day 4 – Nebraska, USA – NFD
156.9
Yup. The last time I was that low was in early July. This one-day-at-a-time-and-no-more approach is working for me so far, as is extremely limited carbs, even though yesterday’s calories were higher than the FD500 I’d planned; I ended up between 800 and 1000 and blame DH’s abrupt plans for what we should do for lunch. 🤷🏻♀️😂 Tonight’s supper, however, will put paid to the process as we’re having mac and cheese with our meat, and there will be a dessert. But I should be able to employ portion control to limit the damage–at least, I hope it will limit the damage. I’m sure enjoying this downward trend, and it makes the lack of carbs bearable.
And there’s lots I’d love to say (I’ve read all the comments) but I have lots to do before the weekly zoom call with my sisters in two hours and then the afternoon with my girlfriends and then the evening dinner I’m supervising, so must be off. Oh, and the first Husker football game is tomorrow–I’m STOKED!!!! 😁😁😁😁😁
So have a grand one, everyone!
Day 4…… Florida……FD
I made it home safely yesterday and I just got back from my walk this morning. I love it when I can stroll through the morning.
My calories went a bit higher than I like them too. My kid lives about an hour away but he works in the town I live in. So he always stay the night on Thursdays. It helps him get a bit more rest and well get spoiled if I’m honest. So, he and his dad decided that Chinese was the meal of the night. They didn’t think I would be home but I happened to walk in just as it arrived. So I shared my husbands. My kid is full fledge card carry member of the vegan lifestyle, so I don’t do bean curd! He offered to share his….. nope not for me bud!
So, today has to be a FD along with massive amounts of water to rid my self of the pesky bloating. I’m working from home today so I’ll be able to really control the ingredients in my food choices. So, I’m calling this balance.
@jaifaim I’m in the process of reading atomic habit right now. Mind blown and so simple. I think that’s what surprised me the most.
@missybear I had the same issue. I just couldn’t understand it. I mean I’ve slept next to this man for well over 30 years and all the sudden his snoring bothered me. Then everything started to disrupt my sleep, every little noise…. Then a friend told me to try ear plugs cuz it helped her. Game changer!!!!!! They changed my sleep and my life! Maybe this is something that might work for you.
Okay well I am off……
Have a great day!
USA. Day 4. FD
Good day, everyone!
I slipped a little yesterday, so today I will do better.
@jaifaim, I have never heard of Atomic Habits. I will have to look into that.
Happy Anniversary, @iona72. have a great day celebrating!
Enjoy the day, everyone! 😊
Day 4 UK NFD
Feeling tired today. I used to be able to sleep through any amount of noise but not since menopause, now the slightest noise wakes me, last night it was DH snoring! So I need to be on guard today as I always get more hungry after a poor night’s sleep.
Good to see more of our old team returning. Hi @lilymartin sorry to hear about your health issues, hope you get a definite diagnosis and treatment plan soon and in the meantime we can hold tight and tackle our weight gains together. I had a health review earlier this year and was advised to lose weight as my bmi had risen to 27. I wasn’t ready to listen and now my bmi is now 28. In 2018 after 18 months of 5:2 my bmi was 22. Something has to change and now!
Yesterday I was thinking how much inspiration I got from this site in the past, things like making kefir and grounding and other interesting topics to explore. Today I see mention of Atomic Habits a book I haven’t read but which has raised my curiosity so I will seek it out.
@brads27 hope you’re feeling a bit better today.
Happy Friday everyone 🤗
Day 4 UK NFD
On another wobbly train , but heading home and so looking forward to getting back and relaxing for a few days after a hectic trip, we’ll be doing this trip again next week for DFILs funeral then hopefully things will settle down and I can get back to fasting in earnest
I was going to offer support but you seem to be doing great @stitchincarol
It’s a very noisy packed train so difficult to read and retain info so I’ll catch up tomorrow Have a good day all
Day 4 – Ireland – NFD 🚫 ✅ 🚶🏽♀️🌾
154.6lbs ⬅️➡️
Hello all and super happy Friday!
So wonderful to have you back @lilymartin 👏👏
Sorry to hear about your CKD… and 🙏🙏🙏 for better news for you. My kidneys were impaired with one of my autoimmune conditions but are ok now but they keep an eye on me.
Bravo @stitchincarol isn’t it funny when the drops come! I never really have that delayed result.. maybe once but rare for me..
@suki12 happy travels!! 🚐 it sounds great!!
@ccco don’t worry you will get there and it’s amazing if you cut a few carbs – you still need them but it’s amazing how if you drop some changes follow…
@brads27 I’m so glad you are having things checked. 🙏
@iona72 happy anniversary!! I have Atomic Habits on my kindle and dip in and out of it all the time. A brilliant book
Ok I have to dash! Have a great Friday everyone!
Onward and downward ⬇️
We rise by lifting others 💕
Evening All..
A busy day Katie coming and going I haven’t seen a lot of her through the day. I can’t walk so it’s difficult to do things. Her dad is demanding and Jacqui is with her.
James came last night and William tonight so that was lovely.
Hemmy..
Every thing is fresh outside looking much better. Loads of green tomatoes hoping they turn colour.
Good luck on the greenhouse duties.
Dave…
Hope things get sorted for you on Monday and they can get to the bottom of it.
Hedgehog..
Fish and chips from somewhere different, they were ok. Jacqui’s fallen out with our usual place she has had a couple of bad meals so we went somewhere else. I am on the fence!
Katie met Otis the first day , she thought he was lovely toothless now new teeth are growing.
You sound in the wars at the doctors hope you can get it sorted.
Jean x
USA. Day 3. FD OMAD
@iona72, congratulations on your 39th wedding anniversary! That’s wonderful!
@suki2, Glad to hear that you health is doing well
Brads27, I hope your doctors get to the bottom of things soon.
I thought I would check in. My FD has gone excellently. I am currently in my witching hour where I start to think about food that I don’t need but I am holding firm. So far, I have only eaten 319 calories and, if I can hold onto to doing that for a few days, perhaps I can lose the 4 lbs. I gained.
Hope everyone has been enjoying a lovely evening!
Day 3 NE England NFD
Quick check in as I’ve left it late.
Busy day in the garden, finally it’s not too hot to work, and yes @suki2 those pesky weeds are everywhere after some rain.
I’m reading Atomic Habits again, fascinating book and I’m glad I can identify with some actions that have almost become second nature, standing on one leg to brush teeth for instance.
Out for dinner tomorrow for our 39th wedding anniversary, so I’ll be sure to weigh in the morning beforehand!!
Day 3 NFD
Welcome back @lilymartin, sorry to hear about the possible kd.
It’s good to see a few more returning.
NFD for me as we went out to a favourite restaurant this evening.
@stitchincarol we have brought the camper with us on this trip. We’re having a few days in our house to enjoy the weather and catch up on gardening. Even in a drought this summer the weeds still grow.
Tomorrow we’re heading off to the Dordogne to visit friends. It’s about a 6 hour drive so we will stop half way.
On the health front, i had some good news. Despite having shrunk 2cm all my blood results are ok and my bp is in the normal range. I’m very relieved because high bp is something my mum has struggled with and i believe has contributed to her dementia.
Evening!
Dave- hope the doctor has been helpful, but I haven’t got much faith in doctors these days….
Jean- enjoy your fish and chips with the family tonight. Have Katie and Charlotte met Otis today?
Hemmy- good your garden is looking better, we’ve not had much rain at all, the grass is a bit greener in places.
Not the best of days today- hardly any sleep, got up at 3am. Weight okay. Had a nice walk with my sister, sorted Mum out, then we went into town for a few bits, or so I thought- hubby met someone to chat to…for 2hrs! So I spent some money! Only some foodie bits, there’s a new Oriental shop so bought some sea weed & got raspberries from the market. Had a cuppa by myself too, my feet have been really painful today, & my hand, I think maybe arthritis in a knuckle? Tried to get the beta blockers on prescription when we got home, rang the pharmacy, no answer so went down & queued for a while, told to ring the doctors. On hold for 20 minutes, told I had to speak to the pharmacist 🤦 on hold to them again, & they said to email & they’ll put it through to the doctor! Not sure how long that’ll take, just slightly frustrating! And not good on 3 hours sleep!
Good evening ladies. I went to the doctor’s and she didn’t give me anything for my chest , but I have to have blood tests and I am having a chest x-ray on Monday. And also my knees will be x-ray again So it’s a waiting game now.
Day 3 UK
I went to the doctor’s and she didn’t give me anything.But she as made an appointment for me to have an x-ray of my chest on Monday and also my knees because they are really sore. So I’ll also be having blood tests done. Then I must wait and see what the results are.
Good evening everyone. Xxxx
Its been a dry sunny day.. so I spent the afternoon in the garden .. All growing up again after the rain. Lovely to see the grass green again plus water tubs all full.
Tomorrow I start my water for neighbours .. then Kristy comes the 12th -16th
This evening Its fish fingers chips and peas. What is everyone else having.
Dave… How are you .. Did you manage to see a Doctor.
H H Such a relief for you knowing Mum is ok with the carer. It gives you a break to
What is dinner today Have you been doing any baking.
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Sym.. Enjoy your time with family Its lovely to be around the younger women.
Enjoy your evening everyone. A smile changes everything. Xxxx
USA. Day 3. FD
Good day, everyone!
@missybear, I used to do a lot of knitting at my church for the homeless but I finally had to give it up because my hands became too arthritic. I loved doing it not only for the cause but also as a distraction. I would do it in the evening when I seemed to be at my weakest point. That worked well and I managed to be the group’s top knitter! That goes to show you what my evening stress level was. I wish I had something like that for a distraction. I couldn’t advise you as to where you should start up on your project again. I would have to see it. Good luck with it, though.👍🏻. Also, if you were so disciplined the last time regarding you food control, I am certain you will find that place in you again. We will be thinking of you!😊
@bert1802, it looks to me that you have an excellent plan and I wouldn’t beat myself up over being only 80 calories above your goal. When I keep a food journal, I find that many times you really can’t hit the exact number but close is excellent, too! Good luck!
Hello, Lilymartin! Great to hear from you again. I remember you well, as I am oe of those who has been here forever! lol. We will all definitely back up your mojo. We are all in the same boat! Good luck! I am sorry about the chronic kidney disease! We are all here for you! 🤗
I weighed myself this morning and even though I figured as much, I am very disappointed about my 4lb. weight gain. I know it is my fault for losing control of myself but I had been rejoicing over my 6 lb. weight loss and going backwards is not my style! Yet here I am! 😡. However, I have jumped right back on that wagon and will listen to @stitchincarol about carbs.I think I will start with only a small portion at lunch. Maybe I will eventually kick the carb habit for the rest of my weight loss journey, which certainly help me. I will also try to find a new diversional tactic for the evenings. Going to bed earlier also helps.
In the meantime, everyone, I hope all are having a great day!
Pocket list Day 3 🐟🥦
@stitchincarol
@ccco
Day 3 country west Australia NFD
Another one back in the fold again after I have been MIA for a while.
Well HELLO to @bert1802 and @missybear, it’s such a lovely group to be part of.
Lots and LOTS of blood tests this year and the doc has FINALLY decided that I have CKD – chronic Kidney disease….. or maybe not…… he THINKS my numbers show that I do possibly have stage 3a, but then another doc who ordered more blood tests isn’t sure….. anyway have to watch my diet big time for 3 months….AND lose weight… ahem…. which is why I am back here yet again.
Looking forward to some continuous progress as earlier in the year – posting, reading others’ posts and fasting 2 days a week.
And mojo back with vengeance.
Day 3 – Nebraska, USA – FD
158.0
You’ll notice that weight is 0.3 lbs lower than yesterday!–even though I ate yesterday, and possibly didn’t manage to stick to 1500 (determining calories in pork belly burnt ends, the leftovers from Monday, is nearly impossible) and had carbs in the form of a small amount of potato salad (also left over from Monday). I’m wide-eyed in astonishment. Today will be a low-carb day to compensate for dinner with friends tomorrow which will have high carbs, but I’ll sure watch portion sizes!
@ccco Yeah, it’s a detail of eating that I’ve found helpful to realize. A tip that works for me is to have my carbs at lunch, and skip them as much as possible at supper, which is something that @merryapple said she did very consistently while she was losing her weight. Try it and see if it minimizes the impact the next day for you. Oh, and what about some sort of handwork for the evenings to help you not eat; is that an option for you?
@suki2 Last time in France, you were in your camper; have you simply gone to your house this time?
@iona72 Yeah, it’s a strange thing with @northgeorgia: he left for a three day conference on a Monday morning, posted and said “see you Thursday,” and we never heard from him again. The possibilities can be worrisome, so I do my best to just assume he decided to give it all up, or to go it alone. 🤷🏻♀️
@missybear As you were describing your half-finished sweater (sorry, had to use my term), I was wishing there was a way for me to help you, LOL! Don’t you know any knitters who might help you? And I’m impressed you’re logging all your food as you resume 5-2…that’s hard for me, and doing so is going to be so helpful for you! Your comment about two days accomplished resonated with me: I’m also thinking one day at a time and not thinking forward any further, and so have also had two good days and am only now thinking through today. Here’s to One Day At A Time thinking!! 💪💪
@bert1802 Your plan is well thought out and sounds like a perfect plan for success! Safe driving to you today as you head home.
@jaifaim Yeah, they do eventually shift, as my weight this morning testifies. The huge question to me is how am I managing success this week when I didn’t manage success last week? What’s the changed element that’s moving me in the right direction? I remain weight loss is all about managing our thoughts, but don’t know what is the key to success. 🤷🏻♀️🤷🏻♀️🤷🏻♀️ Your comments about focus (FFF!) struck a chord in me, and I know there have been many moments when I was startled to realize how much I’d just eaten/drunk without even considering whether I would or not–in other words, I had zero focus. So perhaps that’s the key, is to remember my goals, and not to decide to ignore them?
I have three local students who started over the summer. I didn’t really intend to add students, but I couldn’t resist the asking. Over the summer, I taught them on Tuesday evenings when I got home from Omaha, but during school, that puts their lessons far too late for a school night, so today’s the day they start on Thursdays, from 3:15 to 4:30. Part of me is grumpy to have a portion of Thursday committed, but part of me is delighted to have built-in distraction on a day I used to fast, and am going to again. So much for retirement, eh?
Have a grand one, everyone!
Pocket list Day 3 🐟🥦
@stitchincarol
Day 3 – Ireland – CD 🚫 ✅ 🚶🏽♀️🌾
@stitchincarol thank you so much – I am delighted! And I was the same until very recently thinking that those lbs just would not shift… but they do… keep going…
Great to have @missybear and @bert1802 back 👏👏 and I am sorry to hear that you both have had such difficult times.. 💕💕
@brightonbelle hope the wobbly train went well! Maybe good for your lymphatic system 🤣🤣
Hope everyone else is feeling ok 💕 and those with lurgies are resting up 🤒
Onward and downward ⬇️
We rise by lifting others 💕
Day 3……Florida……NFD
Thank you for the warm welcome back.
Yesterday, was an okay day. I went over my allotted calories for an NFD by 80 calories but I was craving a burger. So I had it…… not going to beat myself up about it….. we’re going to just move on!
I’ve been traveling all week for work and I am making my way back home today. So, I’m going to stay at my allotted NFD calories today and get a solid FD in tomorrow. As. I will be in my own element.
I am learning that adjustments are not failures they just adjusting to following the path of least resistance on the way success.
Success doesn’t need to be one straight line….. you can still achieve success with a wiggly and wavy line.
So, I will mention this here since I didn’t earlier.
My FD are going to be twice a week some where between Monday and Friday. I’ve allotted two days at 500 calories and 5 NFD at 1200 calories. I have a hard stop at 8 pm but no set fasting times but my minimum fasted hours must be 16 hours.
I know it does sound like a very well organized plan but I am learning that having the flexibility and allowing my self to adjust as needed takes the I failed, this isn’t working etc out of the equation.
Okay, I rambled on way too much this morning. I’m just procrastinating at this point
Have a great day!
Day 3 UK NFD
I have planned my food for today so that there is no mindless grazing and for a few weeks I’m intending to log intake, just until I feel back in control. I used to be so disciplined most of the time and I want to be that person again!
When we moved home I discovered a part finished jumper I started knitting in 2014. It was supposed to be to wear on a holiday to Canada. We went to Bella Coola to see bears in September 2014, the jumper wasn’t finished and I haven’t picked it up since. I am looking at it now and trying to puzzle out where in the pattern my half done sleeve is, can I continue where I left off or should I begin the sleeve again…..will my knitting tension even be the same as it was 12 years ago. It might just serve as a project to distract me when needed. Shame you don’t live next door @stitchincarol I remember your patience and dedication to finishing the jumper for your DH.
I have stayed on plan for 2 days, today will also be good because I have planned it to be so!! One day at a time. Have a lovely day everyone 😊
Morning All..
Katie and Charlotte got here after about 20 hours of travelling. They were very tired. Stayed up till 9 to get on uk time. Both still asleep.
They are going out to see Katies dad for breakfast Jacqui is joining them.
Fish and chips tonight her favourite. Jacqui will join us. Philip is working and James is allergic to fish!
Hedgehog..
It’s good the carer has been accepted and she can stay for longer. Hope you are feeling better today.
Hemmy.,
Has the neighbours watering started. We had rain over night. Still it’s green house duty for you.
How is your book going? I have a new one to start.
Dave..
Hope you get some off the doctor for your chest. How is Chloe this morning? Hope she’s settled down .
Jean x
Day 2 NE England NFD
Good to hear from you again @missybear and @bert1802, hopefully we can all inspire each other along the way.
I’ve been looking back at some of the spreadsheets from last year, wishing I was seeing those numbers now, it was sad to see all the names who no longer post as you mentioned @stitchincarol. Whatever happened to @northgeorgia I wonder? I do hope he is doing well.
Busy day out and about for me, in the rain! Think I’ve done okay with my meals, DH is in bed with a cough and full of cold so just catering for myself today. Must be that time of year @brads27.
Quick one
@bert1802 – welcome back!!! So happy to have you back with us 💕💕
Day 2 France CD
Welcome back missybear and bert1802
@missybear, sorry to hear of your situation with your dad. I was in a similar place with my mum about 18 months ago. I found i had eaten and added kgs. Once she was in a care home i found i had the mental space to focus on me again.
Sorry to hear about your new build woes.
@bert1802, well done for finding the strength to come back.
A relaxed day, some walking and resting.
Just waiting for dinner to cook which will come in about 1100-1200.
Afternoon!
Jean- great that Charlotte could come with Katie, have a lovely time with them & hope your leg holds up 🤗
Hemmy- enjoy your coffee with your neighbour, are they off anywhere nice? Poor Kristy’s dog, there do seem to be more dogs getting allergies, I guess like us, all the chemicals in everything. It’s frustrating as we’ve been really careful with Xena, have got an appointment for her on Friday.
Dave- how are you doing today? Hope you get on okay at the doctor’s tomorrow, don’t let them fob you off 🤗 Are you managing with no bread? You’ve lost really well when you’ve been able to do that!
Had a few light showers today, stayed dry for my walk. Got some admin stuff done- my car insurance has actually gone down! Spoke to Mum’s carer, the 4 weeks trial is already up, it’s going really well (apart from she’s never managed to get away in the hour, so we’ve agreed longer, Mum talks so much!) Mum is letting her help with tidying jobs that she won’t let sis or I help with, although it’s too soon for her to help with personal care … Some cleaning done & son popped in for his washing. Fasted, it’s been okay.
Have a good evening 🥰
USA. Day 2. FD
Good day, everyone, and welcome back @bert1802. I remember you from way back when. I think I have been here forever, too. Sorry that you have such a hard time i the last few years. We are behind you!
@missybear, I am happy about your move but sorry you have had some problems with the construction, which, hopefully will be sorted out soon. Also, I am terribly sorry about your father. He and you have your hands full with all this. I hope all goes well.
@stitchincarol, I forgot that carbs make you hunger. I made that mistake and today have suffered the consequences. I will try to remember the next time. So far I am doing well. Also, thank you for adding me to the pocket list.
See you all tomorrow!😊
Day 2 – Nebraska, USA – NFD
158.3
Yesterday’s WF almost turned into a FD100 or 200 or whatever, but I managed to corral my determination and made it long enough to simply go to bed, so I’m feeling some strong PFDS this morning. This morning’s weight is the lowest I’ve had in three weeks, so it’s sure motivating to keep up the good behavior today. I’ve planned my food, and it will definitely be close to 1500 for the day, and so my weight will definitely be up tomorrow morning, but church choir starts tonight, so I’ll be out of the house and away from temptation long enough to grab on to my motivation to carry me through once I get home again. 💪👍
@brads27 Where are you? I imagine you feel pretty awful and are looking forward to your doctor’s appointment tomorrow!
@ccco Well done on your TRE, although breaking any fast with carbs is always going to lead to increased hunger…but I certainly understand the appeal of a bagel! One thing I’ve learned is that when I have a day heavy in carbs–say, a pasta supper–I’m guaranteed to be hungry early and often the next day, simply because of those carbs. So, if you’re truly hungry this morning, just keep reminding yourself it’s because of the bagels, and you’ll be able to get through to one o’clock! 🥰
@jaifaim WOW–very impressive to start the month in maintenance! Congratulations for all the work of sticking to the plan to achieve your goal!!!
@brightonbelle We look forward to your chatter when a wobbly train isn’t challenging you, LOL!
Ahh, @missybear, of COURSE your life has been stressful! How close are you to getting a place for your dad to live? And your house needing so much repair already…good grief, that has to be driving you wild! You’ve clearly been in need of comfort, and we’re taught from a very young age that comfort can be found in food (and red wine, of course! 😂) so it makes complete sense all your strong habits got abandoned. You’re back now, however, and I hope you find TONS of comfort from our love and support; well done on accomplishing your first FD800!
@bert1802 Silly you, we won’t simply “allow” you to join us, we will WELCOME you! It’s the variety of people and habits that make this forum successful, so know that your presence will be part of why others succeed in their weight loss journey, just as our presence will help you succeed in your weight loss/good health journey. Welcome back!
My brain is buzzing with all the things I must accomplish this morning; most of them are simple 5 minute jobs, but they aren’t written down so I keep worrying I’ll forget to do one of them. So it’s time to get started and see if I can’t get them all remembered and accomplished.
Have a grand one, everyone!
Day 2, 2nd post
Hi @bert1802 you were a regular here when I first joined many years ago. Wonderful to see you back here again 🤗
Afternoon All..
Katie is on her way gets to Hull at 1.16, Jacqui is collecting her and Charlotte seeing her dad for a hour then coming to me.
How she got on the flight I don’t know as there were 7 plus overbooked on the flight and even the other 3 other flights she was chasing to.
Only good thing there was a hurricane warning over Houston it must have put people off flying.
I have been dashing about, my leg is much better in one way after seeing my man but feeling unwell with it now. I had acupuncture with electrolytes and then needles in cups. Seeing him next Thursday.
Hedgehog…
My man is Sports Therapy. I will have see how I go.
I haven’t noticed empty shelves shall look when I am next in. Hope the mammogram went well best to be safe.
Hemmy…
Greenhouse duty comes around a lot. Picked up 4 books in Morrisons charity corner. My lawn is brown in places it is getting better.
I shall be missing here and there catch up when I can.
Jean x
Day 2……Florida…… NFD
It’s been a while…… lots of things have happened…..
Will you accept me back in?
I recognize some of the names others I can’t wait to get to know you.
I started 5:2 way back when…. too long ago to remember at this point but I was in the original group back in 2016.
Life happened, kids grew up, kids got married, jobs change, houses got built, mental health and hormones well went off the rails.
Spent the last two years rebuilding what my mental health and hormones destroyed and now I am on to the weight and health portion of this journey.
So, I’m back and I am hoping you will allow me to join as on this rebuilding journey….. having a group is where most of the help and success happens
Day 2 UK NFD
Thanks for the warm welcome back. Yesterday was a comfortable FD800 to ease myself back into some semblance of control.
We moved into our new house in January and just before we completed the purchase my dad suddenly started falling. Long story short he has been in hospital since then, had hip surgery which was unsuccessful, developed numerous infections, kidney injury and heart failure. Amazingly throughout it all he retained a good appetite (obviously genetic) which coupled with his resilience has kept him going. The hospital can do nothing more for him, he is completely non weight bearing and has high dependency care needs so I am arranging for him to move into residential care.
Our new home is surrounded by gorgeous countryside in Herefordshire. A newly built house so we dreamed of unpacking and putting our feet up with minimal home maintenance. Unfortunately we have encountered problems with the build quality and are almost daily having to contact the builders about repairs needed. On the positive side the village is lovely, people friendly and our cat loves it here.
I haven’t been coping well with the stress of this year, my strategy being to comfort myself with food and alcohol, hence the enormous gain, but I have thankfully reached the point of realising I can’t carry on like this. Grateful for this space to share experience and help me to FOCUS!
Day 2 UK NFD
On a very wobbly train so I’ll keep it short , really want to reply to @stitchincarol but it’ll have to wait , great to see you back @missybear , catch up soon
Good morning everyone. Xxxx
A wet start to the day hopefully drier later
A lovely day out yesterday legs and feet ache today though lol. Coffee this morning with my neighbour and green house instructions as they are away on Fri for 10days.
So need to get my skates on as not dressed yet. lol.
Dave…Hope you slept better .. keep resting up till your chest is clear. .
H H .. Poor Xena .. Kristys dog had awful itching she tried numerus thing but had to go the vet in the end. Chris and I were only saying yesterday how rude people were now. In some shops it feels like they are doing you a favour serving you lol.
Sym.. Hopefully Katie managed to get a flight and has arrived . .. My lawns are still very dry looking like straw. I have hardly had to mow this summer.
Enjoy your day everyone. “Kindness costs nothing, yet it enriches everything. Xxxx
Day 2 – Ireland – FD 🚫 ✅ 🚶🏽♀️🌾
Starting – 154.8lbs
Hello all! I I was up and out early yesterday to a busy day so didn’t get to check in.
I am absolutely thrilled and proud 😊to be starting September within my maintenance range. Particularly proud as historically the summer has been the season to scupper my efforts.
Holidays later this month so the effort now is really important for me.
@stitchincarol thank you so much for hosting September. It will be a challenge for me as holidays in the second half but I am feeling so much better about my approach now. Very aware of those hidden calorie items (milk, nuts etc although I still take them a little). Lot less snacking (Zero during the week) and much better choices as I’m also mindful of glucose spikes —and how they affect me – so added sugars and sweeteners don’t suit my body… I learned this back when I reached maintenance 2 or 3 years ago before but forgot it all (or ignored it) when life was throwing up more difficult and sad times. So… Long may this continue!!💪🏻
Hey @missybear it is so wonderful to see you here and I’m sorry to hear you have had such a hard year. You are back with us now so stay and feel comfortable with people who understand the strength it takes to take that first step back. 💕💕
Poca a Poca 🐌
So many others @stitchincarol but hopefully we see than soon. I always wonder and hope they are all ok.
Onward and downward ⬇️
We rise by lifting others 💕
Pocket List Day 2 🐌
@jaifaim
Good morning everyone, 5:2 fasters and Djokovic anti-fan club 😀
Gday, lovely coriander! Mine has been growing well too, such a pleasure.
Hooray for a nice birthday and getting rid of the consequent kilo!
What a treat to have overcome the childhood experience and be enjoying those sports!
Spring is here too, and such a relief. I am doing my best to enjoy it before facing the likelihood of the worst summer heat in history.
Cheers to Miss Gday finishing school!
Neil, congratulations on surviving… the last school final I think? Never have to do it again!
And woot for the neutral scales win. Good luck for next week.
I hope you get some lovely gardening done.
Anzac, I bet those house photos turned out wonderfully! Still sending good wishes you get a fair price and happy buyer so you can go proudly off to your new life.
And hooray for the mindful eating. Mindfulness can get a bit of an eyeroll, and yet I find that almost every successful thing I do comes down to it!
I had a bad week after thinking that soups and porridges were the trick for me, I though woot, all those small meals weren’t necessary, I can eat a big meal!
Wrong. It is small meals and soft ones my digestive system needs. It took more than a week to recover. Lesson learnt.
Sending out best wishes to you all!
Neil I’ve surprised myself with how much I’m getting into my sports. I hated sports as a kid, did everything I could to avoid PE at school because I wasn’t any good so got bullied by other kids. Guess I’ve found my niche now, also content with not caring about what other people think of how I play (if I’m any good or not) and also having a more positive outlook on myself than I did in my younger days.
We’ve had a warm run too, mid to high 20’s. Have taken half the blankets off the bed and ditched winter pajamas for summer ones. Went for a 7am walk wearing singlet and shorts yesterday. Hoping to get really motivated and get a heap of yard work done in the next few months. Bureau is predicting a super hot summer with more heatwaves…..sigh.
Miss GDay only has a few more weeks and she will have completed year 12 – so schooldays will be over. Where to from here were not sure – a bit of time out for her to sit back and relax and then give some thoughts to what the future might hold.
USA. Day 1. WFD
Welcome back @missybear! I remember you were purchasing and then moving into a new house. I hope all went well. Moving is always such a big enterprise. I think I am in my last home. It suits me well.
My WFD went well but when I broke my fast, I ate some bagels that I should not have. This tells me I can’t buy them again. They were too much of a temptation. In any case, the rest of my meal was a healthy one. I plan not to eat again until 1 pm tomorrow. I want to do this for a week to see how well that goes.
I hope everyone had a lovely day!
