-->>Christmas Challenge!<<--

[Mystique]

Hello :wave

I want to join the Christmas challege!!!!! Starting weight is 195 (current also). I want to get down to 155 by Christmas. That's 40 pounds...or about 6 pounds a month. I'm being pesimistic here :sadblinky but still 40 pounds in less than a year is GREAT! Let's see if I can do it.

Hi KNA!
Welcome to the challenge! 40 pounds is a great goal! You can do it for sure! What is your weigh in day?
Lets lose!

[Mystique]

Elmark.....Start---280---Weight---240---Goal---180---60 lbs to go! Loss__?__ Fri!
Mystique--Start---224---Weight 187---Goal---145--52 lbs to go! Loss __?__ Fri!
Elleth.........Start---180---Weight---147---Goal---125..22 lbs to go! Loss__?__ Sun!
Janiac.......Start---219---Weight---199---Goal---160--39 to go!Loss__?__ Fri!
PokeyM...Start---196----Weight---164---Goal---135--29 to go! Lost__?__ Sun!
Sharni.....Start---160----Weight---160---Goal---140--20 to go! Lost__?__
Gaby........Start---154---Weight---141---Goal---125-- 16 lbs to go! Loss__?__ Sun!
Sparrow..Start---194---Weight---173---Goal---150---23 lbs to go! Loss__?__
Kimmee...Start---206---Weight---171---Goal---140---31 lbs to go! Loss__?__ Mon!
BlueBell....Start---271----Weight---272---Goal---199--73 lbs to go! Loss__?__ Sat!
Nurselady....Start---146---Weight---146---Goal---125---21 lbs to go! Loss__?__ Sat!
Size8............Start--217---Weight---205---Goal---140---65 to go! Loss__?__
KNA..........Start---195---Weight---195---Goal---155---40 lbs to go! Loss __?__
Esther........Start---300---Weight---235---Goal---199---36 lbs to go! Loss __?__
Wish.........Start---330---Weight---285---Goal---235---50 lbs to go! __?__ Fri!
Staci........Start---245---Weight---232---Goal---180---52 to go! __?__

[kimmee13]

Do you want me to change my weigh in day to Friday or Sunday so we are all pretty much on the same day? Only reason I chose Monday is that was the day of the week I initially started Atkins, but I weigh more than once a week anyway (I know, bad me), so is no problem if it would make it easier on you. ^^

[Esther]

Can I join in too?

I'm aiming for a winter onederland!

start weight - 300
current weight - 235
christmas goal - 199 or less
final goal - 150ish

I'll weigh in on Friday as that seems like the most popular.

[Mystique]

Do you want me to change my weigh in day to Friday or Sunday so we are all pretty much on the same day? Only reason I chose Monday is that was the day of the week I initially started Atkins, but I weigh more than once a week anyway (I know, bad me), so is no problem if it would make it easier on you. ^^

No, your weigh in is fine unless you want to change. I like to know when people weigh in to make sure I check that day to update. Plus, everyone waits to give you the big hurrah on your way in , so that is fun too.
BTW.. I weigh in every morning. It has never hurt me a bit. I do think it is different for different people though. I try to be very unemotional about water gain &amp; stuff like that. It helps keep me on track.

[Wish]

Sign me up please!

The challenge has really provided both motivation and inspiration for me and I was beginning to be sad it was almost over. I really enjoy the people in this group and have to thank you for all your support.

I am 99.9% sure I am going to make my July 4th challenge The tough part is figuring out what to say for Christmas.

I would guess that my loss is going to slow dramatically but Christmas is what 6 months away?

Let's go with 50lbs...and keep Monday as a weigh in day.

I also weigh myself everyday. It just helps me to stay on track, I don't need to be seeing that pointer going the wrong way.

[janiac]

KNA, I'm trying for 40 (technically 39) pounds too. If fact you and I are looking at about the same numbers. You 195-155, me 199-160. I don't think you're being pessimistic at all. I'm rootin' for ya! I'm rootin' for all of us!

[Mystique]

Esther, Wish!
This challenge is going to be fantastic! I am the same way Wish. Although I always try to be strong, when I am weak , I think of you all and it really helps! Welcome to the Christmas Challenge!

[Stacilynn]

Okay, I can't resist. I have no willpower. *L
Sign me up! Though I'm gonna hold onto the July banner until the end, so I stay focused. *G


So here's my stats Mysti~baby

Start weight (4-21-04), 245
Current weight(5-19-04), 232
July 4 goal 219
Christmas goal 180
final goal 145

[Mystique]

Hey Guys! WE ARE A STICKY!WOOOO HOOOO
We wish you a thinner Christmas
We wish you a thinner Christmas!
We wish you a thinner Christmas,
And a healthy New Year!

[Mystique]

Okay, I can't resist. I have no willpower. *L
Sign me up! Though I'm gonna hold onto the July banner until the end, so I stay focused. *G


So here's my stats Mysti~baby

Start weight (4-21-04), 245
Current weight(5-19-04), 232
July 4 goal 219
Christmas goal 180
final goal 145

Twinkle, twinkle Staci Girl! Put out a few lights and they draw you like moths to a flame. :icondance :icondance
-I am keeping my 4th banner till the end too -

[Stacilynn]

Mystique~ You sure you're not gonna be tired of us all by the time Xmas rolls around? *G

( Note I changed by 4th goal finally. Reality set in...I just really want onderland..ya know? *G)

[Mystique]

So many new Faces Already!

Hi guys,
Well, we already have so many new people to get to know &amp; become buddies with. Since we all love Christmas, why don't we start to get to know eachother by sharing a Christmas idea, tradition, craft, story, recipie...
I will start w/ a little one.
Induction Friendly Popcorn Balls
Get a package of Clear glass balls
Pull the metal top off gently
Pour in just a bit of veg. oil
pour in enough popcorn that it stays covered by the oil. (not much) 20 kernals or so.
Place in microwave and nuke it for 3-4 minutes.. watch it, if it is popped, time to stop!
Replace the metal piece on top and hang it on your tree!
(No... you cant eat it!)
Wallah! Pretty little popcorn balls.

[Elmark]

aaaaawwwww...that sounds like such a pretty christmas decoration thingy...I'm gonna have to borrow someones microwave and try that....
I will think of christmas ideas to post....this will be the best challenge ever, loosing and learning how to make your house pretty for christmas....

YAY for being a sticky...... :icondance :icondance :icondance :icondance :icondance :icondance :icondance :icondance :icondance

[pokeymeister_]

woo hoo!!! we are so gonna rock this challenge!!! :icondance :icondance