Kentucky Derby . . . . . . Keeping on Track

[purplecat]

Re: 14 Day Induction Accountability Thread

Hey everyone! They're going to move this thread to another location since I've passed up induction or if you want to leave it here and continue on that's ok too (but I still need to move so as not to confuse new inductees). I would like to start a new thread in the Second Time Around Club since I've done Atkins before and I think the majority of you have. If there's someone here who has never done it before please give me a suggestion of where to post the new thread (still new at this). Any suggestions for a new name for our group? I don't want to lose touch with any of my new Atkins family.

I got the results of my MRI back today. I have arthritis in my lumbar spine (at least it explains the pain now). It sucks and I'm kind of feeling down (not enough to eat something bad though). I go to physical therapy next Friday. I refuse to take pain meds.


Today's stats: 66.7 oz. of water (don't drink when I have to go out).

Breakfast:
-Broccoli Quiche
-Bacon

Lunch:
-Salad
-Ranch Dressing
-Pork chop

Snack:
-Pork skins

Dinner:
-Meatloaf
-Pumpkin
-Green Beans

Snack:
-Salad
-Ranch Dressing

**Don't forget to send me a new name for our new thread so I can send it to Elizellen. Thanks.

[purplecat]

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Oh this is just too funny!! ROFLMAO!! I needed that today. Thanks Marty!

[Martylaine]

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Caternia: I thought that was pretty funny too. I am soooo sorry to hear about your results. I feel your pain in the ..... back. But I'm 1000 yrs older than you too.

I'll go wherever my friends go. I need the support from everyone. Knowing that I had you guys to talk to has gotten me through a lot of emotional times. Sometimes I just read as not to bring everyone down.

As for a name, got an idea!!! Kentucky Derby. We were brought together from Kentucky and we are all trying to get to the goal line. Except here it doesn't matter who gets there first as long as we all do, and we have one heck of a cheering section !!!!

[scaleskl]

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Sorry about your news Catrina. But on the bright side you are taking better care of your body by loosing weight.
I am all for starting in 2nd time around.

Marty...you couldn't wait for the mix huh. I am like that when I order online...I want it now.

Tomorrow night I will be having melon rum (supposedly no carbs, (but I'm sure someone will look it up and tell me otherwise) and tropical punch crystal light. It is so good. Yes, I am treating myself. It's the husband's bday party. I am doing so well, I don't want to mess this up.
I am buying him a cake...but I made me a cheesecake to eat while they are having cake. I can't wait to try that either.
Jello packet/1 cup boiling water
8oz cream cheese
Mix with mixer and set...yes you need a mixer.

See ya all tomorrow.

[Sherri]

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I'll go with you guys! Where ever you decide to move the thread, o.k.. CAT- I, like yourself, have arthritis, only in my hips and legs. Exercise is painful, that's why I walk and do stretches. Although I love to dance, which is a work out on it's own. MARTY- That's a good idea for a name, "Kentucky Derby, Keeping on Track". I added the Keeping on track. What do you all think? I had another name last night but can't remember now. SCALESKL- Looks as though you are all prepared for the B-day party tonite. I don't drink alcohol anymore, but if I did that sounds like a nice cocktail. Also a great idea for the cheesecake. That's all there is to it? Jello packet/boiling water and cream cheese? Sounds nice and easy. Have you had this before? I know, just try it, Hehe. I went off plan last night and had peanutbutter and sugar free blackberry preserves that I made on crackers. What is wrong with me? I do so well during the day and once the sun goes down it's like open season on the munchies. I need to get me some L-Glutamine. I ran out about a month ago and it's been a slippery slope. Well, wishing all of my friends here a good atkins day! TTYL

[purplecat]

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Hey Marty and Kassoria. Thanks again for your support! Ok, I've sent Elizellen the request to move to Second Time Around Club and to change the name to "Kentucky Derby". Thanks Marty. I like that. You are correct, it's not about racing to the finish line but just getting there (sure and steady wins the race).

I'm at work with cases up to my eyeballs. Why can't I win the lotto?

Hey Kassoria, is there any sugar-free jello that uses Splenda? I don't like aspartame (I want to keep all my brain cells). I had been using the Listerine breath thingies and I read about the phenyl something or other which is basically aspartame which they said affects brain cells. The thyroid already has me in loopy functioning mode so I really can't afford to add to that.

Marty, if you ever need to talk ... I'm always here. That goes for all of you. I'm always here to try to help any way I can (whether it be Atkins or something else).

Have an awesome, carb-less day everyone!!

Well, must get back to work.

[lesszmore]

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Hey everyone I'm still here lurking around. I'm having a hard time getting back on track but think i'll start induction AGAIN on Monday.

Caterina- sorry to hear about your back

Kassoria- The drink sounds yummy!

[scaleskl]

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Tasha: Where you been?? LOL The drink is yummy, I can't wait Until tonight.

Catrina: I don't know of any Jello that uses splenda. Let's look out for it. But I tried the cake last night. I couldn't wait to taste it. It was creamy and thick. Next time I'll tweak it a little bit.

[Sherri]

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Katrinia- Have you ever considered Accupuncture for your pain. It may be something to consider since it's drug-free. Kassoria- I'm going to try the jello & cream cheese recipe, that sounds really good. Have fun tonite. Marty- Wishing you a great weekend! Wishing everyone here a great weekend as far as that goes. TTYL, HUGS!

[purplecat]

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Sure and steady wins the race!! Let's go girls!!

[Martylaine]

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Hello Ladies,

Boy it's great being in a new stable !! Hee Hee.
It's been a good day so far. If I could figure out a way to saw some tummy off (so I don't look 6 months preg) it would be a great day. That time is coming.

Tomorrow I have to do a kiddy Halloween carnival with my scouts. See which costume that I can fit into. Monday have Boy Scout Halloween Party, Tues have Cub Scout Halloween Party.... know they know why I wear blk costumes.

I am terrified about all the candy this time of year. I have to make candy bags for about 60 scouts over the weekend. I always use to pull out some favs. I will need you guys more than ever for the next few days....

I'm going to go clean some more before bed... Night every

[Martylaine]

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Lesszmore: Glad to see you. It's been a while. Glad you are starting over again. Stick with the board and embrace the support you get here. I know that they are helping me. Keeps me focused even if when I don't want to be.

Hope your are doing good this morning Caternia and Sherri !!!

[scaleskl]

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Hi Ladies,

My hubbby's party was so much fun. We had about 5 families over ond one family brought 9 people with them. I am glad I cooked more than enough food. However, I ate more than I bargained for. I had some BBQ chicken and a piece of cake. I was too tempted. I did well considering my past behavior is to have more than one serving of cake.

I am on my way to curves this morning to work some of it off and get back on track.

Talk to you ladies later.

[purplecat]

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Hey everyone!! Sorry that I've been M.I.A. My mom fell yesterday and shattered her left knee. This is bad because when my mom was pregnant with me she had cancer and had to have her left leg amputated below the knee. She's in the hospital (I posted more about it in my journal page).

Hey Sherri, I have bursitis in my hips as well. I LOVE to exercise. It just doesn't love me. I've tried walking to which my left foot swells up and throbs for days and sometimes weeks (walk with a limp). Not a pretty sight. I've been taking MSM but I think I'm also going to try the glucosamine (sp?) that is supposed to be good for this. I just now got your "Kentucky Derby....Keeping on Track". I like that. I wonder if Elizellen can alter the name for us. I'll check.

Hey Kassoria. What's going on? I see that you lost some more weight. CONGRATULATIONS!!! That's awesome.

Hey Marty, how is it going with the candy? I walked through the candy aisle at the store today and didn't even want any (and I hadn't eaten which is bad). I'm so excited about the way my appetite and body is changing.

I'm going to post the before and after face shot of me to see if you can see a difference. Please ignore my bushy eyebrows (I think I need a trip to the salon). LOL!!

Yay, Tasha!! I'm glad you're starting over. We're here for you!!!

Tracy and Jen, where are you? I wonder where Lily is? Well, I hope you all have a fantastic weekend (what's left of it).

Before After

[Sherri]

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Hi PURPLECAT,MARTY, SCALESKL, TASHA, STACY and JENN, hope all is well. Marty, you've got great discipline stuffing bags full of candy for the scout troops. I, like you, WOULD have been picking out my favorites. I won't be eating any of my DD candy this year either. But I will be eating something legal. Today for Breakfast I had 2 fried eggs, 4 slices turkey bacon, decaf w/ hvy cream & 1 splenda. LUNCH: roast beef. DINNER: baked chicken legs, steamed fresh zuchinni, green salad w/ olives, cheese, cucumber, tomato & bacon ranch. About 90 oz of water. I placed more recipes in the Drink recipes and Main Dishes recipe thread if anyone is interesed. A couple are for eggnog and Main dishes are for Crock Pot Short Ribs, Speghetti Squash Casserole and a Mexicali meat loaf. Food you can make ahead of time. Hope everyone is having a good weekend, TTYL.