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    Temptation everywhere

    Oh boy. It's amazing how when you start this WOE you look at things in a whole new way. I am ending my job in the middle of May, and I am on very poor terms with my supervisor. Every time I see him or hear him, I'm ridiculously frustrated. To resolve this, I used to go into the kitchen to grab some leftover food. (We have a full-service dinner every Friday, and there is ALWAYS something yummy to eat.)

    Anyway, yesterday I went in to get some ice from the machine and water from the tap, and I saw the most delightful red velvet and angel food cakes just waiting to be picked at. And I know they were good because I had them on Friday just before I committed to Induction! Anyway I said to myself, "Val, those are totally not worth it. [Boss's name] is not going to keep you from your goal! Get your water and ice and get out of here!" And I did! I was so proud of myself that today I "rewarded" myself...

    ...with a "Club Lulu" Un-Wich from Jimmy John's! For those of you who don't know, Jimmy John's is a sub shop similar to Subway, but they have a great option of putting your whole sandwich on lettuce leaves instead of the bun! So I had a delightful Induction-friendly turkey, bacon, mayo, and veggie sandwich with only 5 countable carbs! Even more astonishing, I couldn't finish it. The last quarter is in the fridge for me to have for snack later.

    Okay, back to my water - have only had 24 oz. today and it's already 2 PM! Yay for me!

    Val - Day 4 of a clean Induction (NO CHEATING AT ALL!)
    Second time around: 4/14/07
    5'7" / SW: 180 CW: 174.6 GW: 160
    Mini-goal: Making my 14s the "fat" clothes again


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    ~225 pounds................~188 pounds
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  • #2
    Re: Temptation everywhere

    Congratulations! You are on your way to reaching your goal. Unfortunately when we change our WOE, we can't change others around us. The good thing is that we are capable of changing the way we react to those challenges. I credit the ADBB with helping to change my attitude about myself and the actions that I take. Taking responsibility and not feeling deprived is the biggest step we can take.

    Maybe till you end that job, you can take some acceptable snacks to work so that when you are face temptations next time, you can reward yourself with something that you know is better for you than the office snacks. Great post, thanks for sharing!
    Starting Date 3/12/04 285/165/145 - F



    Dedication gives wings to our dreams and keeps them in flight! In One Word...COMMITTMENT.

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    • #3
      Re: Temptation everywhere

      I'll second that...Great post! I want a Jimmy John's! What a low carb way to "treat" yourself.

      We have a "Back Yard Burger" here that makes the most delicious hamburgers. I also used to order up their cobblers which are awesome...but no more. They offer a low-carb burger wrapped in lettuce leaves filled with mayo, onions, cheese, etc. I use it as a crutch when I'm out, can't get home, and have no alternative. They also make a Veggie Burger, but never have tried... sounds and looks not so good.









      Starting weight ....203
      CW......173
      GW......150
      Female
      5'2"

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      • #4
        Re: Temptation everywhere

        Jimmy John's sounds amazing.... Using lettuce leaves for a sandwich is a great idea! How great do you feel right now, not giving into temptation! When we stop seeing sugar as temptation, and just as something we don't want in our bodies, then I reckon we'll know we've succeeded!
        Carmel, F36, 5'10

        SD - 11Apr07, 239/224/185
        Inch loss to date - 47.8"

        MG - Trip to Barcelona 9/5, 215.
        MG - Trip to Berlin 11/5, 205
        GOAL – Christimas 07, 185!

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        • #5
          Re: Temptation everywhere

          I hear you..,Today my darling daughter..ran into the library really quick and I sat outside in the car.. She left me with her french fries and chicken nuggets from Chick Fil A and a 1/2 of a Snickers bar... I just about killed her when she got back to the car..lol
          Sandy
          40th birthday June 27,2009


          Starting Weight 293 Highest Weight
          Current Weight 271
          Goal Weight 150
          Female/40

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          #2-Get into 250's-
          #3-Get into 240's
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          • #6
            Re: Temptation everywhere

            My son still has a whole basket of Easter candy sitting out. In one way, it's good that he's not eating a ton of it. I'm not crazy about looking at it all the time, but I have to admit a week ago I would have taken a piece. Now, I just keep walking. I love ketosis!
            cheri

            "Yesterday I dared to struggle. Today I dare to win." Bernadette Devlin
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            • #7
              Re: Temptation everywhere

              Originally posted by obkbbby
              My son still has a whole basket of Easter candy sitting out. In one way, it's good that he's not eating a ton of it. I'm not crazy about looking at it all the time, but I have to admit a week ago I would have taken a piece. Now, I just keep walking. I love ketosis!

              The easter baskets aren't bothering me either.. Tomorrow I am going to take their candy and put it in a ziploc bag in there rooms so I can put the baskets away
              Sandy
              40th birthday June 27,2009


              Starting Weight 293 Highest Weight
              Current Weight 271
              Goal Weight 150
              Female/40

              Mini Goals
              #1-Get into 260's-
              #2-Get into 250's-
              #3-Get into 240's
              #4-Get into 230's



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              • #8
                Re: Temptation everywhere

                Thats great! I love Jimmy John's and their lettuce options are very good!! unfortunately for me, TOM got the best of me and I ate 2 bites of a brownie Yuck.
                Heather
                Female

                Weight unknown; pants size 18

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                • #9
                  Re: Temptation everywhere

                  Tom tom tom...who invited him anyway Stray strong all...you know this is soooooooo worth it! and summer is right around the corner! shorts and bathing suits!
                  F44yrs young 5'7" SW172/CW152/GW140
                  restart date december 08, 2009!
                  1st mini-goal: 160 lbs - reached Jan 05, 2010
                  2nd mini-goal: 155 lbs - reached Feb 02, 2010
                  3rd mini-goal: 150 lbs
                  4th mini-goal: 145 lbs
                  GOAL : 140 lbs :chillpill:dancingba:dancing:

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                  • #10
                    Re: Temptation everywhere

                    Bathing suits! That is a scary thought!

                    I made a salad at lunch of lettuce, tomatoe and bacon with a little bit of mayo...it was sooo good! I honestly don't miss bread. I miss mashed potatoes, but not bread.
                    I'd rather wear a bathing suit and feel good in it than eat a pile of mashed potatoes though!!
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                    • #11
                      Re: Temptation everywhere

                      Miss the mashed potatoes? Just mash up cauliflower and it really is a great substitute for potatoes! They serve it at Ruby Tuesdays with their low-carb platter. Since I tried it there a few years ago, I make it quite often. The secret is to boil the cauliflower and put in a strainer to make sure all the water drips out. I leave mine in frig for a few hours to make sure it is drained good. Then you mash it up and eat just like you would mashed potatoes. Has the same consistancy as the potatoes and is delicious.
                      Starting Date 3/12/04 285/165/145 - F



                      Dedication gives wings to our dreams and keeps them in flight! In One Word...COMMITTMENT.

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                      • #12
                        Re: Temptation everywhere

                        Hey there dreamof145...I do eat the fauxtatoes just like you said, but there is something amazing and delicious about potatoes that can't be duplicated! That said, I do agree with you...the fauxtatoes are a wonderful replacement and I'm so glad for that. I can't believe they serve that in a restaurant! Wow...that's awesome. I don't think we have that one in Canada.
                        Have you thought of joining the Veggie Challenge? It's only for 7 days, but I've been practicing and using FitDay to track it, and it's pretty cool.
                        Have a great day!
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