Kentucky Derby . . . . . . Keeping on Track

[FLSunShine]

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Ok, here I go. Since everyone is so free about facing up, this weekend was a bad one for me. I found myself entertaining my OLD way of thinking concerning eating . That, well I am going to eat this and back on track TOMORROW and then well, I blew it so I might as well eat all I want. I believe what kicked me in that mode was lonliness and wanting a companion. Not just any MAN but THE MAN God has for me but waiting on that can be hard at times and definitely faith challenging. So instead of praying, I had a bigtime PITTY PARTY. Oh, yall I threw a big one, with balloons and all...lol

BUT, BUT, BUT, I did eventually pray, talked to my good friend and came here and saw how open and real you all are and it's helped me. ONCE AGAIN, I will be starting a fresh induction tomorrow.

I am at 230 lbs now and need to lose 31 more before I can have my breast reduction done. My bra size is a 42DD and they are so heavy. They hurt my shoulders, back, neck and I have major indents in my shoulders from the bras. So it's medically necessary but the plastic surgeon has advised that I lose weight first, THEN have the surgery. Because if I lose the majority of the weight after I have the surgery, she will have to do it again. So I need to do this yall and I WILL. Thanks in advance for the support.

[scaleskl]

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Well, you know that cheating is not going to help your stall one bit! We gotta git on track and stay on track to git past the stall! Just exercise your fanny off and drink, drink, drink your water! We can't let Cat and Sherri be on Oprah all by their lonesome

I know sis, I am back on track! I am going to get a good workout in awhile and get more water in!

Today I weighed in at 200 pounds. I can't believe I've lost 40 pounds since I began this WOL in October. I'm so happy I made the choice that I was worth it. I don't even want to imagine where I would be today had I not started this journey. I'm so grateful to God and grateful to all of you for your support.

Hey sis, you will be in your daisy dukes before me. Man you are my inspiration. You haven't cheated once.

* Sherri will be in her daisy dukes soon too!


Hey Lashon, You came to the right place for support!

Hey Glenda, Bekka, Dorothy, (Sweets/Marty (where the heck are ya)

Tracy, I hope all is well, I don't think I've seen you today?

Catherine...I hope your buns are a little warmer today. It rained all night and all day. There is a little flooding going on here!


Thanks for all of your support. I couldn't do it without you!

[purplecat]

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Ok, here I go. Since everyone is so free about facing up, this weekend was a bad one for me. I found myself entertaining my OLD way of thinking concerning eating . That, well I am going to eat this and back on track TOMORROW and then well, I blew it so I might as well eat all I want. I believe what kicked me in that mode was lonliness and wanting a companion. Not just any MAN but THE MAN God has for me but waiting on that can be hard at times and definitely faith challenging. So instead of praying, I had a bigtime PITTY PARTY. Oh, yall I threw a big one, with balloons and all...lol

BUT, BUT, BUT, I did eventually pray, talked to my good friend and came here and saw how open and real you all are and it's helped me. ONCE AGAIN, I will be starting a fresh induction tomorrow.

I am at 230 lbs now and need to lose 31 more before I can have my breast reduction done. My bra size is a 42DD and they are so heavy. They hurt my shoulders, back, neck and I have major indents in my shoulders from the bras. So it's medically necessary but the plastic surgeon has advised that I lose weight first, THEN have the surgery. Because if I lose the majority of the weight after I have the surgery, she will have to do it again. So I need to do this yall and I WILL. Thanks in advance for the support.

Lashon, you have definitely come to the right place. We're happy to have you with us. I can so relate to what you're going through. I've not been with anyone in over 7 years. My friends think I'm crazy. I know I've been married before but I still think waiting for the one God intends for me to be with will make it all the more special. Not to say that I don't get lonely. I do. I get very lonely at times...more so here lately. If it's meant for me to be alone, then I trust that God will give me the strength to make it because I refuse to give in to the first slick-talking Mister that comes along. Stay strong girl!!

Oh, btw, I also feel your pain regarding the breasts. I'm a 40F (started at a 42F in October). I thought I'd lose some of this but the only thing that decreased is my band size (not cup size). Sunny can also relate. She's had 2 breast reductions. I have the deep indentions in my shoulder and yes, you're right, they're heavier than carrying a 10 lb. bag of potatoes. I have crappy insurance right now so I can't have a reduction. I will in the next couple of years (after I have another child whether it be with someone or by myself).

[purplecat]

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Hey sis, you will be in your daisy dukes before me. Man you are my inspiration. You haven't cheated once.

Thanks for all of your support. I couldn't do it without you!

Oh Kass, don't think I haven't wanted to cheat at times (being the emotional eater). I just tend to avoid those situations that I know I'd be tempted to cheat. It's easier to maintain control when you're in your own environment. Plus, I don't ever want to go back to where I was. I still have bouts of depression - but nothing like before. It was horrible and I felt like I was losing me spiritually, physically, emotionally, and mentally on a daily basis to a point I really didn't recognize myself. I knew my baby girl (and me) deserved so much better. I couldn't offer her the kind of life (mommy) she deserved. I couldn't play with her. Heck, if I got on the floor I had to crawl to the nearest piece of furniture to get up (and even then it was still a struggle). I had to pull my leg up to get my shoes on and forget painting the toenails. The last straw was at a wedding in September of last year when I had to get a friend to strap my shoes because I couldn't reach them standing or sitting (so embarrassing). You can do this Kass!! I know you can. Fight those demons that make you want to cheat and tell them you are going to WIN!! Love ya!!

[Prya]

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I got some mild form of the plague over the weekend (isn't that just great timing ) so exercise was severly curtailed. Feeling better today and looking forward to doing my Billy Blanks video tonight. TOM has come to visit but I'm still down .5 lb from my starting weight, a full 1.5 from last week . Made a visit to the doctor on Friday, and found out that I might NOT have PCOS...she is getting me an appointment with an gyn soon. It's very odd, after the docs trying to find out what was going on with me for 5 years, they knew, now they might not have known?

Welcome to the derby Lashon! These girls have helped me through so much as I struggled to get back to the Atkins WoL, even before I started posting again!

I recently got out of a 7 year relationship that probably should have only lasted 5....and being alone can be a blessing! There is the lonliness, but always remember that you deserve to take care of yourself in the best way possible (including the kind of men in your life ).

Cat--Onederland is just around the corner, wow! I'm glad that you can do TJ again, I remember how much you missed it when you started. You're living proof that no matter what the setbacks, if you try hard enough success is just a matter of time.

Kass--I've heard that pilates classes are pretty fun, but I agree with you about the videos! The one I tried almost put me to sleep while I was working out!

Sunny--It seems like the doctor has finally seen the light, hope that this time is the one for you. Tai'chi is a very centering exercise; makes you feel very "zen" afterwards!

Bekka--Welcome back!

Hey to the rest of the girls, I'll be back to dish more later!

[Esteliana]

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Goodmorning you guys!!! =)

So, I felt like I was forced to weigh in today because of a lovely Private Message from Emma, and I'm completely shocked! I only gained 3 pounds the last two weeks of cheating. I honestly thought I was going to weigh 220 again and I'd have to lose it all over again. I was eating so many bad things, it's unbelievable. But I guess I'm happy that I have to only lose 3 pounds to get back to where I was before, and of course all the other weight that I need to lose. =)

Today, I'm very tired, but that's because I went to bed at 1:30, and I was waking up a lot during the night and then my dad comes in my room and forces me to wake up, which I wish he didn't because now I can't get back to sleep. =( It's okay, I guess I needed to get my laundry done anyway. Yay! Laundry! <3

I had so much fun last night. I went over to my new friends house, Amanda. And let me just tell you a small miracle story, which I find absolutely amazing!!! So, Tuesday, I went to Disneyland with one of my good guy friends, Wes. We had a lot of fun, but he knew that I was hurting and in pain because of a lot of things. Okay, I'm not a religious fanatic or anything, but wow, he sat me down and he prayed for me to God, telling him that I'm hurt and that I need to find a friend who will be there for me every step of the way and that I will find happiness in that friend. I thought it was a bit awkward and all because I've never had anyone pray for me like that before.

So I go inside the house and I check my email and low and behold, I get an email from Amanda, someone I've never met before, but wow, she seemed very easy going and I could open myself up to her and everything. And here we are now, hanging out and everything and I couldn't be any happier! =)

God works in mysterious ways....

Anyway, that's my lil story. =)

-Bekka

[Martylaine]

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WOW !!!! Look at the weight loss going on here... HOORAY for you Cat and Sherri......

We have weight loss... old friends back... and new friends joining us and then someone has to come along a mess it up.. TOM!!! . I am sorry that I have been MIA for a few days. So much to do and just not enough time to do it in. I am not quit sure what has happened to all my time, but it seems to be shrinking...like all our waistlines.. hee hee.

I had a great time this weekend with DH. We went to Blackhawk in the mountains and had a nice dinner and did a little gambling and found a live band at one of the Casino's that played music for our generation. So we finished the night out there. It was a lot of fun and we had a great time just being DH and DW. When we got married we already had 3 kids between us so we have never had much "us" time so it's nice when we do.

I know this is short but got to cook dinner to go to.... you guessed it, Scouts. No rest for the wicked... uhhh I mean weary!!!!

Love all you ladies.. I always wanted a sister (grew up with 2 older brothers) now I have a bunch!!

[scaleskl]

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Oh Kass, don't think I haven't wanted to cheat at times (being the emotional eater). I just tend to avoid those situations that I know I'd be tempted to cheat. It's easier to maintain control when you're in your own environment. Plus, I don't ever want to go back to where I was. I still have bouts of depression - but nothing like before. It was horrible and I felt like I was losing me spiritually, physically, emotionally, and mentally on a daily basis to a point I really didn't recognize myself. I knew my baby girl (and me) deserved so much better. I couldn't offer her the kind of life (mommy) she deserved. I couldn't play with her. Heck, if I got on the floor I had to crawl to the nearest piece of furniture to get up (and even then it was still a struggle). I had to pull my leg up to get my shoes on and forget painting the toenails. The last straw was at a wedding in September of last year when I had to get a friend to strap my shoes because I couldn't reach them standing or sitting (so embarrassing). You can do this Kass!! I know you can. Fight those demons that make you want to cheat and tell them you are going to WIN!! Love ya!!

I don't see how people do this on their own. If I didn't fess up yesterday...I would have continued to cheat. Thank you all for your support.

[FLSunShine]

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Lashon, you have definitely come to the right place. We're happy to have you with us. I can so relate to what you're going through. I've not been with anyone in over 7 years. My friends think I'm crazy. I know I've been married before but I still think waiting for the one God intends for me to be with will make it all the more special. Not to say that I don't get lonely. I do. I get very lonely at times...more so here lately. If it's meant for me to be alone, then I trust that God will give me the strength to make it because I refuse to give in to the first slick-talking Mister that comes along. Stay strong girl!!

Oh, btw, I also feel your pain regarding the breasts. I'm a 40F (started at a 42F in October). I thought I'd lose some of this but the only thing that decreased is my band size (not cup size). Sunny can also relate. She's had 2 breast reductions. I have the deep indentions in my shoulder and yes, you're right, they're heavier than carrying a 10 lb. bag of potatoes. I have crappy insurance right now so I can't have a reduction. I will in the next couple of years (after I have another child whether it be with someone or by myself).

Cat, thank you for sharing with me. It really does help to know that there are others who can relate to what I'm going through. I was married for 18 years and have been divorced now for almost 4 years. I have come across some serious tricksters and knuckleheads. Just full of GAMES . So I have decided to do it God's way now and WAIT and honey, like you said it ain't easy at all, especially when you have someone coming on to you that looks like MORRIS CHESTNUT AND FINE AS ALL GET OUT..... MY GOODNESS HELP A SISTAH OUT HERE.....LOL...LOL.....

As far as the breasts. I have never wanted big breasts. As a matter of fact i can remember sleeping in my bra when I was younger in hopes that they wouldn't grow. Well it obviously didn't work. So thank God for technology. One of the ladies on our dance team at church is having the reduction surgery tomorrow and I am SO HAPPY for her. She has really suffered with the back & shoulder pain. Bless her heart.

I did really good today with my eating and exercising. I just got back from the gym and can't wait to eat me some cucumber and tomatoes with Ranch dressing and a turkey patty with Swiss cheese....YUM... Thanks again.

[jersey]

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Welcome Lashon! Glad to have you join the DG's!

Trying to catch up with all the posts. By the way, all you wonderfully endowed girls, please feel free to send some my way...I dread losing weight in the bosom...y'know, that pear shape...nuh uh.

I'm on track with eating and less on track with everything else. It's (should be) the last day of TOM and I'm ready to kick him to the curb...I get a bad case of fatigue at the end of TOM that saps me mentally too.

Girls, does anyone have any recommendations for formal wear? I need at least one long dress for this cruise we're going on in May. I am too old for prom dresses, and my batwings are hereditary and not suitable for sleeveless....am thinking I'll need to sew something if I can't find ready made. And what size shall I sew?

Snow is on its way...was nearly 50 today...we plunge back into the deep freeze tomorrow. My face is gonna crack, lol.

~~~~waving to all the Derby Girls~~~~

[OzLover]

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Girls, does anyone have any recommendations for formal wear? I need at least one long dress for this cruise we're going on in May. I am too old for prom dresses, and my batwings are hereditary and not suitable for sleeveless....am thinking I'll need to sew something if I can't find ready made. And what size shall I sew?

Catherine have you started lookin for a long dress? I would start by looking on line to see what is available & then go from there. I bet the girls that live in cities will have alot of suggestions. Keep us posted!!!

Glenda

[FLSunShine]

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Welcome Lashon! Glad to have you join the DG's!

Trying to catch up with all the posts. By the way, all you wonderfully endowed girls, please feel free to send some my way...I dread losing weight in the bosom...y'know, that pear shape...nuh uh.

I'm on track with eating and less on track with everything else. It's (should be) the last day of TOM and I'm ready to kick him to the curb...I get a bad case of fatigue at the end of TOM that saps me mentally too.

Girls, does anyone have any recommendations for formal wear? I need at least one long dress for this cruise we're going on in May. I am too old for prom dresses, and my batwings are hereditary and not suitable for sleeveless....am thinking I'll need to sew something if I can't find ready made. And what size shall I sew?

Snow is on its way...was nearly 50 today...we plunge back into the deep freeze tomorrow. My face is gonna crack, lol.

~~~~waving to all the Derby Girls~~~~

Hi Jersey, I see you are in Illinois. Try Lord & Taylor (My Favorite Store) or Marshall Fields. I got my formal attire from those places. If you look now you may be able to find a really good deal because I am sure they are trying to get rid of their holiday collections. I miss Lord & Taylor so much.

Ok, ladies I am outta here for this evening. I need to get in the bed. I did not get much sleep last night I could tell it today. Have a good evening.

[jersey]

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Hey Lashon - did you abandon Illinois for sunny florida? don't blame you , lol. I'm out in the boonies west of Chicago so I guess I'll need to head to the City and check the sales...oh, and no more Marshall Fields *sad face*...it's Macy's now.

My problem with retail is that I'm (currently!) about an 18 or 20 Woman's (+ size) but I'm 6ft+ tall...so full length on most people is not full length on me. I've got a really good sewing machine but am so out of practice. Haven't made clothes since high school...a LONG time ago, lol

[SunnySmile501]

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Hi Derby girls! Just finished my exercise for the week and I got in 300 minutes! Makes up a little for the short minutes last week. I really, really didn't want to do anything today, but forced myself. I didn't sleep well last night and I made two trips to church yesterday and was there for most of the day, so I was still wore out today.


Lashon--I'm glad that your surgeon is a woman--maybe you can get her to actually make you small. The first time I had a reduction, I asked the doc to make me flat-chested and he made me between an "A" and a "B" cup, but this time, I am still bigger than a "D" and I refuse to buy DD's. I was so upset and he asked me if I wanted him to do a mastectomy and I told him that would be fine with me! Men have never had to drag those heavy things around or try to exercise with them flopping around breaking their back and neck, so they don't understand. They do come back most of the time, so I wanted to strat over really small.

Bekka--you don't have to be a religious fanatic to be helped by prayer. We pray for each other all the time and I pray for you, too. Wes sounds like a very special and wonderful friend! That brings tears to my eyes every time I read it. God has already blessed you with a true friend. Prayer works miracles!

Back in September, even before I had botched surgery, my health had been in very bad shape. I was on the prayer list at church and was used to getting letters almost daily from my pastor with the prayer he had prayed for me that day, but here came a letter with an unfamiliar return address. Inside was a warm letter from the 1st and 2nd Grade Sunday School Class teacher, and handmade cards from the kids. They had said a special prayer for me and made me cards. One little boy wrote, "God will take care of you." Even though I have been through some rough times since then, when I get down, I think of those prayers from little kids and feel better right away. If I really feel bad, I take the letter out and look at the cards. I smile and I know God is smiling, too!

Cat--I keep listening for the scream...have you weighed today???

Kass--I'm glad you are back on track! You are gonna have a woosh soon and you will soon be at goal.

Marty--Glad you had a good weekend with DH. Sounds romantic. I had 7 older brothers and 2 sisters way older than me. One sister is 26 years older and the other is 16 years older. Both went North to college and didn't come back, so I grew up with all those boys. I'm loving having all these little sisters and extra nieces and nephews. I love kids.

Catherine--I don't know what to tell you about the dress. You're going to have to wait until closer to May to know what size you are going to be. You are the opposite of me, so I would suggest something light, but stretchy and with something to draw attention to your top half, with the skirt A-line. I have no hips, so I look top heavy if the skirt doesn't have gathers and it has to be wide at the bottom. I used to put shoulder pads in my panty hose to give me some hips!

Sherri-- You are doing just super! Glad your weight is coming back down!

It's time for Tracey to come out of hiding! Get back here, girl!

Sunny!

[scaleskl]

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Hey Ladies, Sounds Like you all are doing so well. Keep up the good work. Talk to you all tomorrow. Have a wonderful Tuesday!