~*~ Back To Basics ~*~

[SunnySmile501]

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I had another good day, even though I had to eat something when I got home from the concert at 9:00 p.m--I don't like eating late. I can't sing if I have too much to eat, so I was really light all day with just a snack at 4:00 p.m. when I had to leave. I think I sweated off some pounds. It was 93 degrees and the sun was right on us for two hours.

I am planning some real goodies for tomorrow. I made homemade BBQ sauce and I am making beef short ribs on the grill. I'm making fauxtato salad and cole slaw.

[mitzimarie]

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Sounds like we're getting into a groove! Yay, us!

Now, let's stay that way through tomorrow. Shouldn't be too hard, as there are lots of Atkins-friendly foods to be had for the holiday.

[qbu]

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So far, today has been another on track with "back to basics". Induction friendly breakfast, water, exercise, supplements---all on track.

I may even exercise again later this evening. Try to get back to my 2X/Day. That way when school starts, I'll be in the habit of exercising again.

[Sera]

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havent been here for a few days but its going well, this morning i was back at my lowest 75.2 kg, so off I go from here to lose more.

and i love my doctors scale...I'm a whole 2 kg lighter there....maybe i should steal it

[SunnySmile501]

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I am seriously regretting the weeks I didn't come to this thread for accountability. Eating way too much fruit, way too many nuts, allowing peanut butter into the house, hardly any exercise--the whole time knowing that I would be singing in front of a huge crowd during the biggest holiday weekend event of the year in our city.

So, last night, I go sing, it's 93 degrees, I'm on the front row at the end, and see the photographer shooting pictures. We are up high on a stage, and he is low standing on the ground (his eye level was about even with my feet), so it is a terrible angle for anybody. We had to wear a white blouse, and the only suitable one I had is from a time when I weighed a lot more, and the front sticks out because of my big boobs. He is shooting pictures during the end of the song where we have to open our mouths very wide (choir director gives us the signal to catch flies when we come to this part) and I have to duck my head a little to get that high note and hold the note for several counts.

Before I get out of bed this morning, I get a call to tell me my picture is front page, headline news. With 44 choir members, I am the only person you can see fully. With my mouth wide open and head tucked, it looks like I have my triple chins back! The shirt puffed out looks like I weigh 50 pounds more than I do! I'm really glad that I don't have TV, because I was spared seeing myself on on the big screen. I'm kicking myself for not staying on task and letting things get out of hand until it was too late to do anything about it.

I, Sunny, do hereby pledge to stay on track and will forever remember seeing myself on the front page of the paper looking fat! I think I will post that picture on my fridge!

Sunny!

[mitzimarie]

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I, Sunny, do hereby pledge to stay on track and will forever remember seeing myself on the front page of the paper looking fat! I think I will post that picture on my fridge!

Sunny!

Aw, Sunny That does suck, for sure. But you've made it through that performance, and now you can start working on how awesome you will look for the next one. And can't you just see how pretty you will look for your Christmas performance? Hey, I think posting that pic on your fridge is an excellent idea!

Q, you're doing very well! Wow, twice a day workouts... you mean business!

Sera, my doctor's scale always weighs me heavier! Maybe you should steal it!

Joy, I've never used the sticks before but have toyed with the idea. I have always ended up nixing the idea, but I could see how they could be helpful if we've knocked ourselves out of ketosis. I'm so glad to hear that that you are reaping some rewards from the things you are doing. I know how hard it is to stay away from the coffee - I'm proud! I ended my Fitday strike and have been using it everyday since Monday. It really does only take a few moments, and it really does make me aware of the ramifications of every single bite that I put into my mouth. I've done so much better this week, than I have for the past month or so. Thank God! I'm starting to faintly feel some appetite suppression, but I still have to talk myself out of eating too much. Today I did go a few calories over 2000, which I try not to do, as I only weigh 125. But Barry grilled the BEST filets today, and I ate a pretty good slab o'beef. That means lots of calories, but it was worth it. It was so tender it was like butter, and *zero* carbs, so I enjoyed it. Now I just need to make sure that I don't eat again until tomorrow.

[ValidRouge]

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Sunny, use the bad picture to your advantage....MOTIVATION! I'm glad you're here and posting with us.

Qbu, sounds like you're building some of that momentum.

Mitzi, we had a big ole steak tonight too. It was awesome!

I was up 1.8 lbs today. Not sure why. TOM is a week late, but that's not so unusual. I am moody as ****. I've ranted raved cried yelled acted like an @$$ today. BUT I haven't had one single bite of anything remotely illegal.

[OzLover]

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I was up 1.8 lbs today. Not sure why. TOM is a week late, but that's not so unusual. I am moody as ****. I've ranted raved cried yelled acted like an @$$ today. BUT I haven't had one single bite of anything remotely illegal.

YEAH Joy!! Good for you not giving in to the mood. I must confess your post made me chuckle.

Sounds like everyone is doing well. We also had beef tonight in the form of hamburger. Added some sauteed shrooms on the top with some Pepper Jack cheese~~~yummy! Food & H20 great here & weight lifting starts on Sunday! My son is going to be my trainer!

[Sera]

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yay, im now below my lowest weight wooohooo.
just a little but its the first time in 2 months that i have lost again, not just fighting with getting back to where i was...

had fish and broccoli last night..yummy...i hadnt had fish in forever...i should really have it more often as too much meat seems to slow my losses down or so...really strange.

[regandy]

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I'm new to this site. I've been reading all of your posts. It has been very motivating.

Mind if I join you and chime in occasionally?

I lost 80 pounds last year... and I have since put 35 of it back on. SO .. YEAH, it's back to basics for me! I'm on day 6 of induction and I've dropped 4 pounds. Yea me. Like Sunny, I also sing -- and recently saw a photo of me on stage from the side. All I can see is CHIN. I need to do "chin-ups" to get a 1-pack chin (hahaha... sit-ups for a 6 pack).

Nice to meet you all and I look forward to getting to know you better.

[SunnySmile501]

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yay, im now below my lowest weight wooohooo.
just a little but its the first time in 2 months that i have lost again, not just fighting with getting back to where i was...

had fish and broccoli last night..yummy...i hadnt had fish in forever...i should really have it more often as too much meat seems to slow my losses down or so...really strange.

Wow! Exciting news! Way to go!

[misplaced southerner]

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hi sunny! well, i did post in this thread once upon a time. i am STILL "back to basics" but just terrible about checking in here. i read your posts about the choir photos.......you know, we are our own worst critics. i hate having photos taken in white, much less from the bottom up! i am sure you don't look in "real life" as you think you did in that photo...it won't make you like the photo better but...you know what i mean.

you are such a beautiful lady! i am SURE that anyone who was at the program could see that. good idea to use the photo for your own accountability. i wish i still had one of me at 220! nothing like that to keep you on the straight and narrow.

have a good day and remember that the "you" we all see is the one you see looking straight on in the mirror....not an awful "up the nose" shot. (who woulda done that ANYWAY??)

[SunnySmile501]

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hi sunny! well, i did post in this thread once upon a time. i am STILL "back to basics" but just terrible about checking in here. i read your posts about the choir photos.......you know, we are our own worst critics. i hate having photos taken in white, much less from the bottom up! i am sure you don't look in "real life" as you think you did in that photo...it won't make you like the photo better but...you know what i mean.

you are such a beautiful lady! i am SURE that anyone who was at the program could see that. good idea to use the photo for your own accountability. i wish i still had one of me at 220! nothing like that to keep you on the straight and narrow.

have a good day and remember that the "you" we all see is the one you see looking straight on in the mirror....not an awful "up the nose" shot. (who woulda done that ANYWAY??)

Thanks! I have a feeling that the picture will end up in the display case for such things at the church. I just got this e-mail from my pastor (yes, his first name is really Temple):

Carole,
Just got the newspaper.
You are on the front page...
singing your heart out.

GREAT shot,
Temple

[mitzimarie]

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I'm new to this site. I've been reading all of your posts. It has been very motivating.

Mind if I join you and chime in occasionally?

I lost 80 pounds last year... and I have since put 35 of it back on. SO .. YEAH, it's back to basics for me! I'm on day 6 of induction and I've dropped 4 pounds. Yea me. Like Sunny, I also sing -- and recently saw a photo of me on stage from the side. All I can see is CHIN. I need to do "chin-ups" to get a 1-pack chin (hahaha... sit-ups for a 6 pack).

Nice to meet you all and I look forward to getting to know you better.

Hi, Becky!

Welcome to ADBB!

I only have a moment right now, but I wanted to let you know that we'd be happy to have you join us.

I'll be back later this evening, guys... it's great to see you posting!

[SunnySmile501]

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I'm new to this site. I've been reading all of your posts. It has been very motivating.

Mind if I join you and chime in occasionally?

I lost 80 pounds last year... and I have since put 35 of it back on. SO .. YEAH, it's back to basics for me! I'm on day 6 of induction and I've dropped 4 pounds. Yea me. Like Sunny, I also sing -- and recently saw a photo of me on stage from the side. All I can see is CHIN. I need to do "chin-ups" to get a 1-pack chin (hahaha... sit-ups for a 6 pack).

Nice to meet you all and I look forward to getting to know you better.

Welcome, Becky! We are glad to have you here with us. We need all the people we can get to which to be accountable.

I know I am regretting the weeks that I didn't have time to come to this thread. Just knowing you have to come 'fess up is enough to make you think twice about eating something you don't really need.

Sunny!