Posts by ttatwork

Nomore -- don't think that thought has not passed my mind before!  But I'm just not sure.  He's been married in the past and I know that he pursued a co-worker of ours in the past.  If he is gay then I think that he is in denial about it and probably wouldn't tell me.  Hmmm.  But, I'll reserve that thought for if/when I get shut down by him. 

I like to be straight forward so I like the scenarios of just going for it.  I love the "I like apples..." I think that he would just die - I can see his face right now!  Also, the subtle touching, and if all else fails, the slowly moving in for a kiss.  I guess I'm just nervous about being shot down -- but hey, I've got a few other men in the stable and I have nothing to lose by just taking the bull by the horns!

Wow, you guys really came through!  There are a lot of interesting ideas there.  I think we are definitely going to have to branch out a little and do some experimenting.  I like a vegetable stir fry idea, and I think I may be ready to try Tofu! 

Thanks again for all of the good ideas.

Isn't it the most awesome feeling!?  Have you held up your new jeans and noticed how small they are?!!  Being a size 14 is great, there is usually a lot of selection in that size.  Keep up the good work!  I love to hear good news like this!

Oh yes, get a scale.  I decided I need to develop a different relationship w/ food, so now I weight everything.  The actual portion of a food that you "eyeball" measure can be substantially different when you weigh it.  I believe it is a good practice, and takes away those doubts about what/how much you are actually eating.  Spend the money on a scale, you won't regret it!

I'm 185, 5'6 medium frame and carry most of my weight in my belly.  I am wearing a size 14 today with no muffin top!  Other 14's fit my butt nicely but a little tight on the waist.  The other day I was in a size 12 w/  no muffin top.  As many posters have said, it's hard to determine what your size should be in comparison to others.  There is so much difference in our body shapes, the cut of the clothing, the material (my 12's are made of stretchy denim) etc.

Hey, I really gnashed on actual dry roasted peanuts over the weekend!  Ugh.  I have been drinking water ever since, hope it really helps!

Wow - tough one.  If you really want to be in the trial, then quit losing weight.  You're pretty close already to the minimum BMI for the study, so I would suggest maintaining where you are, weigh frequently, and adjust your food intake accordingly.

I hope you will share more information about the trial with us!  Good luck.

I've recently discovered blueberries!  Very low cal for a good sized serving.  Good to just snack on, or I add it into my usually very dry sugar-free instant oatmeal or low fat yogurt.  An added bonus -- they seem to be pretty cheap, I'm talking $3/pint, not bad in my book.

1.  What time did you get up this morning?   0530

2.  What did you wear today?  Jeans, tank top, sweatshirt, hoodie, converse

3.  Who did you talk to on the phone today?  A bunch of employees

4.  What did you make for supper tonight? It's morning !!!  Tonight I'm just  cooking for the kids -- probably tacos and rice

5.  What one show did you watch on TV today that you love?  Last night I watched the Daily Show.  Tried to stay up for Fringe, but couldn't do it!

6.  What song did you sing to today? Oh, I heard an old Creed song that I can't get out of my head right now!!

7.  What did you learn about good health today?  It's too early for this!!

8.  What did you put off today until tomorrow?  Exercise

9.  What are you going to do different tomorrow about your health or healthy eating?  I'm going to actually eat a meal

10. Who did you hug today?  Nobody yet.  I give some of my guys at work little half hugs, but wasn't in the huggy mood today.

Wow, congratulations 2b!  How totally awesome.  Not just the weight loss, but keeping it off.  That's not something everyone can do.  I love the support here, and am happy to hear that this group was a big part of your success.

Thanks for the replies.  I don't have my laptop here with me, I'll go home and try these tricks.   Yeah, I think my kid changed my password on me but won't fess. 

9/19 - epic failure!!  Learned a lot from that little quiz!

Barack could park his shoes under my bed anyday.  I'd have to kick him to the curb though if Bill Clinton came calling

I am an advocate for nuclear power.  Nuclear power production is a relatively clean, effective way to produce power, and is the most stringently regulated source of energy production.  I have had many opportunities to work in commercial nuclear energy, and the security, operational procedures, maintenance and quality of employees is above all other I've seen, including governmental department of enery (DO) sites. 

I have heard that there are 7 nuclear power plants being built currently, with permits for another 7 in the works!  yeah!  I am trying to encourage my teenagers to learn a craft where they can work in nuclear power -- if I were younger and in a different line of work, I'd go for it myself (unless the OP knows if Areva needs an IH?!) 

Nuclear power has been given a bad wrap.  Yes, there are issues associated with the waste produced in the generation of the power, but there is a clear path for disposal and remediation of this waste.  Nuclear power is a money maker for everyone, and the best thing we can do for our environment.

Wow!  Thanks you guys!  I told some of my friends I am going to go to TJ's this weekend, you should see the request list!  I wish we had one near where I live!