Posts by tinav

Forum	Topic	Date	Replies

Weight Loss	200-250 Support Group- Group FULL Now Wish Us Luck :)	Feb 29 2008 21:22 (UTC)	17
Hello ladies, Im not weighing myself today. Im in a slump and I just cant face the scales. Those of you that have me on your friends list can see the details in my journal.Nothing juicy...LOL. Anyway, Ill weigh on Monday and I hope none of you mind. I just dont want to think about weight, diet or exercise anymore today. have a GREAT weekend all, and Good Luck!! Tina
Weight Loss	200-250 Support Group- Group FULL Now Wish Us Luck :)	Feb 27 2008 11:20 (UTC)	24
Oops, sorry, I have been a bit busy and forgot. Im weighing in at 234 this morning. The last few days havent gone too badly. Ive eaten a little more than my goal but staying below CCs. Been getting my exercise in even though my knee is bothering me and being quite unreliable. Hubby has gone back to work today so I wont forget to send in my stats for the next week. Ill go back and read the thread to see who joined the group and whats happening. Good luck all!!!
Weight Loss	200-250 Support Group- Group FULL Now Wish Us Luck :)	Feb 23 2008 12:35 (UTC)	33
Hey, Im in! 46 years old...236 lbs....5 foot 8.... looking to eat about 1200 cal per day. My normal day is rather sedentary and I rely on my elliptical and bit of weight training for an extra burn. Do you need anymore info? Ill also send this to you via message just in case you miss it here. Thanks: Tina
Weight Loss	I Did It!!	Feb 23 2008 12:21 (UTC)	1
CONGRATULATIONS !!!! Sometimes it takes that kick in the a__ to get us motivated. But whatever the motivation, its worth it in the end. Great work and be proud of your sucess!
Weight Loss	Progress report! Miss Moly must boast!	Feb 19 2008 20:52 (UTC)	8
CONGRATULATIONS Moly! Youre going to be smiling ear to ear.
Weight Loss	Does this look like 75 lb weight loss to you?	Feb 18 2008 21:12 (UTC)	9
You look GREAT. And I would say you lost more than 75 lbs. Be PROUD haley cause you did it!!!!! Thanks for sharing your sucess. Its great motivation for the rest of us.
Weight Loss	154 lbs down! PICS	Feb 18 2008 21:04 (UTC)	1
CONGRATULATIONS!!!!! Thank you for sharing your sucess.
Weight Loss	And today... 100 pound loss!	Feb 18 2008 20:59 (UTC)	13
Congratulations!!!! You look great and thank you for sharing your sucess.
Weight Loss	Lost ALMOST 100 lbs... new pics!	Feb 18 2008 20:55 (UTC)	6
CONGRATULATIONS!!! Thats wonderful motivation for all of us with so far to go. Thank you!!
Foods	Pizza crust	Feb 16 2008 18:25 (UTC)	3
Sorry folks. Checked the recipe forum and someone had almost the same question. So I got some good ideas there. I would have removed this post but I dont know if I can or how. Thanks anyway!!
Motivation	♥ Here's how I lost 167lbs ♥: My Dieting Mindset	Feb 15 2008 12:18 (UTC)	30
WOW WOW WOW.....I read your post and then went on to look at your profile etc. WOW...what a wonderful motivation you are to everyone who has pounds to shed. Incredible determination!!. Thanks so much for sharing your story. Tina
Games & Challenges	The person below me!!!	Nov 09 2007 00:45 (UTC)	3,771
False..never been to a Disney World anywhere. :( TPBM has painted toenails.
The Lounge	Pet Peeve!!!!!!	Aug 08 2007 11:07 (UTC)	3
Dont let such trivial things get you all bent out of shape. Lifes too short for that and the time you waste worrying about it is time you missed enjoying life. Loosen up.
The Lounge	the wonderful thing about tiggers...	Aug 08 2007 11:04 (UTC)
I think its the bounce. Just imagine how slim and in shape we could all be if we had a bounce like Tigger.
The Lounge	Please describe to me your happy relationship	Aug 08 2007 11:03 (UTC)	8
Going steady at 16. Married at 19. Baby at 21. First separation at 21 followed by numerous back and forths. Made up mind to change life and separated at 39. Met man of my dreams at 39. Divorced at 40. Married the man of my dreams at 45. Here I am, Happy at last. And by the way, my ex and I are good friends and hes alone and happy.
Motivation	i need help..b4 its 2 late	Aug 08 2007 10:53 (UTC)	5
I dont want to sound harsh but Im speaking from a lifetime of being fat, not liking the image in the mirror, feeling helpless, ugly, unloved etc. and failed diets and exercise regimes. So please know that I understand all that you are feeling. Until you make up your mind to stick to a program you will not succeed. Its not easy but only you can do it. The CC system is by far the best and cheapest I have found. It works for me, but only when I stick to it. You can read my profile but to sum it up, not so many years ago I was very close to 300 lbs. At your age I had just had a baby and was tipping at 250 lbs. I am now 217 lbs with at least another 50 to go. My advice to you is: Dont take any medication until you have given CC a chance. Until you have honestly stuck to eating healthy, exercising regularly, logging it all ( if not online do to computer shortage) then in a notebook. You dont have to go crazy with working out. Use the resources on the site and find out how many cals you burn. Every little bit helps. Know how many cals you are eating and DONT starve yourself. You dont have to omit any food from your diet you just have to limit and control it. Its all very easy but requires commitment to yourself and your health. And it does get easier as you educate yourself, the more you know the more choices you have and the easier it gets. Be honest to yourself and dont expect miracles and dont expect yourself not to slip. We all slip. Its just a matter of picking yourself up and moving forward. A slip is not failure, its human. Be patient. You didnt get this way overnight dont expect to fix it overnight. Dont worry about the boyfriend. Its his loss and you must do this for nobody other than yourself. You are worth everything. You must love yourself first. When you can get on the computer, read the success stories and look at before and after photos. These people are real, they are just like you and me, they have been there. They have succeeded in taking control of their lives and so can you. Reward yourself. Allow yourself a treat for every 10 or so pounds. A new piece of clothing or new make up. Something to say " Self, Im proud of you " So if this sounds like a lecture, its not meant to be. Its what has worked for me and I think it can work for most anyone. The most important thing is to love yourself, do it for yourself, you are worth it and you can do it. Good luck and feel free to message or add me as a friend. Tina... :)
Motivation	Any Embarrassing Moments Because Of Your Weight?	Aug 06 2007 11:29 (UTC)	66
A number of years ago my sister won a voucher for 5 free tanning sessions. At the same function I won a free oil change. Geri is on some medications that make it unsafe to use tanning beds so we traded vouchers. I called and made my appointments at the studio but before I could go, the owner called my niece to advise her and me of the weight restrictions. I think the owner was almost as embarrassed as I was and was relieved she could relay the message via my niece whom she knew personally. I was embarrassed but at the same time glad she didnt allow me to risk the MAJOR embarrassment, not to mention expense, of breaking the tanning bed.
Motivation	P90X - One Month in (before - after pics)	Aug 06 2007 10:49 (UTC)	5
Show it off!!!!!...You work hard and you deserve all the compliments you get. Congratulations!!!
Motivation	New here but wanted to share my story!	Aug 06 2007 10:41 (UTC)	4
Thanks to all of you for sharing your stories and photos. I find it so motivational. Somedays it gives me the push I need to stick to it. You all look terrific!!!!
Motivation	A picture's worth a 1000 words...	Aug 06 2007 10:30 (UTC)	3
Absolutely Wonderful.... You can be so very proud of yourself. Youre and inspiration for all of us. Thanks for sharing and keep up the great work. Youre going to be the belle of the ball at the reunion.
Motivation	What is your #1 motivator?	Aug 05 2007 09:49 (UTC)	23
I want to love the image I see in the mirror.
Motivation	can't get back on the wagon	Aug 02 2007 12:06 (UTC)	2
There is no magic to it. Believe me, if there were an easy way I would have found it...LOL....But I have found CC to be my best support. Take it one day at a time and never let a day go by without checking into CC. Maybe its just to read some journals or posts, maybe its to record your food, exercise or weight. I guess its keeping the thin and healthy dream alive. I did exactly as you did. Went along great for a while, lost some weight and then BOOM, the wagon hit a rock, I fell off and really didnt make much effort to get back on even though I really wanted to. Monday after Monday went by and each one didnt make a difference. This past Monday with a gain of almost 10 pounds Im back on the wagon. I know there are going to be more bumps and I know its not going to be easy. But WE CAN do it. Come on prkushun, grab our hands and climb aboard. We are worth it.
Motivation	Ive lost 29 pounds! Woo Hoo!	Aug 02 2007 11:57 (UTC)	4
Congratulations on the loss. I was a little shocked at first, thought you had lost 29 lbs in a month.. :0 ...Thats a lot and not so healthy. But anyway, I see its been over a period of time and thats great. You sound so upbeat about it and isnt that down a size wonderful. Keep it up and hang in there with CC. It really does help keep you motivated and on track. Good luck!!!
The Lounge	Husband refuses me any sex	Aug 02 2007 11:51 (UTC)	1
Im now removing my foot from my mouth. I really should have read all posts, especially your update amybeth. This morning I am smiling rather than crying as I read further. I am so happy that you and your husband are working things out. Good luck and be strong. This weight loss thing isnt always easy but its something we can do for ourselves.
The Lounge	Husband refuses me any sex	Aug 01 2007 12:00 (UTC)	3
This brought tears to my eyes. With more than 20 years of the same shit under my belt, I can feel your pain. Thank goodness I found the strength to take control of my own happiness. You are 189 lbs. and that is not the problem. The problem is his and his alone. You cant solve it for him. We all make choices. Hes making a choice right now and that choice makes your life less than happy. Youre making a choice to allow it. Dont let life pass you by, its much too short for that. I wish you all the luck and the strength you will need to get through this and find the happiness we all deserve.
Motivation	Yippee for me!	Aug 01 2007 11:21 (UTC)	1
Congratulations !!!!!
Weight Loss	Beraking news to my wife....Help	Jul 31 2007 13:26 (UTC)	4
WOW...what a lot of good advice. Id say, let her read this. YOUR words speak loud and clear. She might be hurt at first and thats natural. But I think that as the shock wears off and the realization of how much you love her and how much you care about her feelings and the happiness of your marriage. She will open her eyes and see that losing weight now is the best thing for not only you, the children and the family unit but also for her, her happiness and her health. I firmly believe that depression can contribute to weight gain but I also KNOW that weight gain contributes to depression. Good Luck !!
Weight Loss	study: obesity spreads in social circles	Jul 30 2007 16:22 (UTC)
Speaking strictly from my own experience. I have always been heavy. However when I worked and hung out with a group of thinner people, I didnt get thin but I did pay more attention to what I ate and did much more social exercise thus not allowing myself to gain weight and despite being opverweight I was much healthier. When I moved and began working and hanging socially with someone heavier and less healthwise than myself, I gained weight and did less physical activity than ever. Im in no way blaming anyone other than myself but I do think the company we keep does have an effect on the choices we make.
Motivation	what does 'curvy' really mean?	Jul 14 2007 21:48 (UTC)	11
Hi All, Curvy is short form for curvaceous. Curvaceous according to Websters, means having an attractive body with shapely curves. I dont see myself as curvy because I am thick in the middle and mens jeans actually fit me better than womens. My husband on the other hand sees me as curvy. Is he blind or just kind? Hes definately not blind and although kind, actions speak louder than words. Thus, I see curvy as a personal thing. There are two kinds of self love. There is love for who you are inside and there is love for who you are outside. The ultimate is maximum love for both. But this seldom happens and it is very possible to love one of yourselves and hate the other. I love the person I am inside. I know that Im a good person and I dont need to be told. Just as I know that the outside is far less easy to love. At 300 lbs I hated my outside self but I loved my inside self. At 225 lbs I hate my outside less and continue to love the inside as much as always. At 175 lbs I think I will love myself completely and I think Ill be happy with the complete me. Is this wishful thinking? Maybe, but Im going to give it a try anyway. What have I got to lose, other than 50 lbs?
Motivation	I can't forget his insult - can you advise?	May 26 2007 13:57 (UTC)	19
Oh wow...I cant believe that guy. How old is he? Thats something I would expect from a teenager but certainly not a man in his 30s. Anyway, I dont think he is worth your time. I feel that if someone can be that straight forward hurtful when you dont even know each other well, then what he can do when he knows you well is something to be scared of. Its just my opinion but I am speaking as a 45 year old who was married for more than 20 years to a man who thought I was beautiful inside but fat and unattractive on the outside. It made for a lot of years of self hate and sadness. Its not worth that and sometimes people dont deserve a second chance to be a jerk. Now you must put him behind you. Dont even think of losing weight for any man. You must do it for yourself and a man must love you completely and for who you are. I know you have probably heard it hundreds of times and its so simple, but its true. Losing weight is a wonderful idea. You will be happier and healthier. Happier and healthier is attractive in itself as is a confident woman. Good luck dgny and always remember "You Are Worth It".

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