Posts by wandaleggins

Welcome to CC! You're funny! I don't know much about caloric needs and stuff like that; I rely on the members on this sight for that kind of information. I was overeating by ~ 250 calories for a while; I made the adjustment and increased my workouts and the weight started to fall off.  You will to do it - just remember that we're here if you need us. We're one big family here. Log everything you eat - even if you think it won't matter (I even log my water) and log all of your activities. if you need to write it down (which is exactly what I do on the weekends) then do it; you want to hot this summer, remember??? Good luck on reaching your ultimate fitness goals. - Wanda

I don't eat fast food anymore. When we travel, normally I pack my own snacks and carry at least 64 oz of filtered water so I won't be tempted. Good luck! -Wanda

Congratulations!!!  That's amazing.  I just reached my goal weight a couple of weeks ago...You're right.  I pretty much eat what I want as long as I do my work outs and I rarely miss them these days.  Thanks for the post. - Wanda

Not 40 yet...I've got 36 days then I can play with you! - Wanda

Every time I saw someone I knew, I told them...I realize waiting until the 1st trimester is best; I was too young & dumb to know that!  I would tell those who are dearest to you and wait for the others...Don't make an announcement...let the baby bump do the speaking for you... CONGRATULATIONS!!!!! 

Welcome aboard!!  I log everything, including water...just one more thing to keep me honest.  Good luck on reaching your fitness goals. - Wanda

You have to show proof that your name should be changed; marriage certificate.  I sent a copy of my new drivers license along with my marriage certificate to my credit card companies when I sent the request in.  Giving them a "heads-up" won't really do anything except frustrate you when you realize they have no idea what you're talking about later on.  For SS and the DMV, you have to go into the office with the original marriage certificate (or you can mail it in for SS, not for DMV)...this also goes for your passport.  Also, go in person when you change you name at your bank...for security.

If you can convince Alex to take your name, you have to tell me your secret.  Derek would never take my last name...he was upset that it took me so long to change it to his.

Good luck! - Wanda

My original goal was 125lbs; I got there and was determined to reach my ultimate goal weight of 120lbs...not really there, but am maintaining between 123-127. I'm happy here.  good luck!

Not many people know this about me, but I gave a baby up for adoption when I was in college and it was the very best thing I ever did...for me and Theresa. I took the extra time after birth to get to know her and to determine if I wanted another baby. Although she was an absolutely wonderful infant, I knew a second child was not in the cards for me and she deserved to be with a family who truly wanted her. It was one of the most difficult things I ever did, but I know she is well taken care of. Theresa's mother sends me pictures every so often and has kept me up to date on her and I have made sure they know how to reach me and have let them know how I'm doing. I didn't ask her to, she thought one day if either of us (me or Theresa) wanted to get to know the other, these letters and pictures would help get us there. As far as Theresa is concerned, the woman who raised her is her mother and I am the person who put them together... 

I just wanted you to know that its not always a bad thing not to raise a child, its not in the cards for all of us. Make a decision you can be comfortable with - LONG TERM.  I'll pray for your and your family and I wish you well.

Hi, I'll be 40 in a little more than 2 months and I can't wait. I would like to finally loose the last 10-12 lbs, but its not happening. It was suggested to me by some of my friends here to change my workout routing; I started that last week. Haven't seen any results yet, but I'm optimistic. Good luck!

To add friends, click on the person you want to add, then on their page you will see "Add Buddy" at the top right corner; click that. - Wanda

Congratulations!!!  That's awesome!

Wanda

I never thought of divorcing my "bad" foods...thanks! 

1. Breyer's butter almond ice-cream: I love you so much and you love me too -- that's our problem...you won't leave when I ask you to and my scale yells at me in the morning
2. Cheese: we've been together so long its seems cruel to part, but its time...you'll find someone who can tolerate you better in smaller portions
3. All deli sandwiches: Slack's Hoagie Shack is no longer on my speed dial - I had to delete them so you can't sneak onto my lunch plate...all of you taste so good and I love you, but you're making my jeans a little tight...you've gotta go!

I don't think this is childish at all...this is genius-worthy!  I've actually reached my preliminary weight goal, but if I don't leave these guys alone, I'll be right back where I started.  Thanks again, Yellowrosey777!