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Wendy
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Well, it is Day 3 of my journey and I'm feeling great! It is amazing how quickly my body responds when I only put healthy things in it. I never in my life thought I would be getting up at 4:30 a.m. to hit the gym, but a few months ago it finally clicked -- either accept the way I look and feel and STOP complaining ... or ... DO SOMETHING ABOUT IT! You DO have the power to do what you want, it may not be easy, but some things really are worth pushing yourself to the limits for. With two little boys and a full time job it was so hard to make a commitment to get to the gym since I didn't want to sacrifice any time I spent with the kids and my husband. But now that I go in the morning, I have this incredible energy that lasts all day!

This morning I had a great leg workout and I'm still working on upping my time doing cardio. I can't seem to make it past 30 minutes without feeling queezy. I really am more out of shape than I thought :o) I spent last night preparing my meals to take to work and just realized I forgot my egg whites! Oh well, I have an extra protein shake with me, so that will have to do for now.

There are so many delcious recipes on this site, I can't believe eating clean and healthy can taste that good! What an amazing site. Thanks Gina for creating an informative supportive site!! :o) I am so glad to be a part of it.

Happy Hump Day...
-Wendy

Posted 2 years ago #
Claudine
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YEAH! Wendy, I am so happy for you.
As you mentionned, You DO have the power to do what you want, and in the end, you will only be rewarded for it. See, your body is already responding. I think it's terrific! Gina's site is amazing, you will find everything you need here! Congratulations on your new journey :)

Posted 2 years ago #
Wendy
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Thank you, Claudine!
:o)

Posted 2 years ago #
jenniferg
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Awesome job Wendy! yes isn't it so easy to eat healthy especially when we can fill up on so many amazing veggies - this is how i get thru my dinner! I always make extra veggies just for me and it totally satisfies the hunger! i used to think i needed to count carbs in veggies - LOL - too funny - well Gina opened my eyes. You will get so many great tips here.

And look at your being prepared with your shake! it's always good to have something on hand just in case

Sounds like you are doing great! and yes you do have the ability to do what you want, when there is will there always is a way! so happy for you. It's inspiring to see a mom with kids and a full time job making time for herself. By doing this for you, you will only become that much better!

Posted 2 years ago #
Wendy
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Hello Jennifer! Yes, the tips here are wonderful and I am glad to be part of the network. Everyone's posts are inspiring and motivate me when I need a push :o). Thanks for the post!

Posted 2 years ago #
Your Host, Gina
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Wendy, so glad to see you have started your own log!!! Day 3--CHECK!! Way to go Wendy!!! I am so excited for you and so glad you are feeling amazing! This is just the beginning! Your body does respond super quick, it is so motivating! Once you stick to a plan and are motivated, as you are, I call this "in the zone", the sky is the limit!!

Now you are part of the a.m. club too, that is the only way to go! :) Good for you! You will never go back, mark my words! Something about waking up in the a.m. just starts your day out right!!!

This is totally something worth pushing yourself to the limits for! There is nothing that will feel better than the accomplishments of this journey!! I am SO excited for you!! It is a hard commitment, no doubt. Then add kids, husband, family, life, work, etc. and you could have excuses all day long! You are amazing! You have made the commitment to yourself and you are on a roll!! Wendy, you are IN THE ZONE!

I am proud of you for pushing through and taking it one day at a time. Give it a week and you will be powering through your 30 minutes like nothing!! Day by day... As for the egg whites, good for you for being prepared and having a shake, over nothing or something off the diet!! You are doing so good with your preparation and that is key!

I am so glad you have browsed around and are getting familiar with the site! Aren't the recipes amazing! There is no other way to eat! That is why we call this a lifestyle! We are really excited to have you a part of the site!! Welcome again to the family and congrats on all your success thus far!! This is just the beginning... Enjoy the journey! We are all right here with you!! hugs!!!

Posted 2 years ago #
Bobbie
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Hi Wendy! Can't wait to follow your progress :)

I love am workout's. For me it makes it easier to stay on track the rest of the day. Plus, I'm not going to lie, there are times I'm glad to have it outta the way :)

Posted 2 years ago #
Your Host, Gina
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another a.m.'er! wahoo join the club! Such a difference in starting your day out with a great sweat! :)

Posted 2 years ago #
Wendy
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Goodmorning! Hope everyone had a wonderful holiday weekend! Got back from the beach yesterday afternoon, great weather, lots of sun, great times with great friends, and the kids had a blast. Now, off to another week. Vacation in 2 weeks, so I am very much looking forward to it!

Today is Day 2 of Week 2 of my journey and I'm feeling great. Ending week one with a holiday weekend was a bit of a challenge. Although I prepared all of my food ahead of time, packed everything and planned ahead, nothing could have prepared me for my first faceoff with a holiday... : "Why aren't you eating?" "A little bit won't hurt you!" "You don't need to diet!" "It's just one piece of cake, you can start again on Monday." Oh my goodness, how am I going to survive Thanksgiving and Christmas???? This was only July 4th! Oh well, I will cross that bridge when I get to it. All in all, I did pretty good this weekend, stayed on the diet except for one very small taste of cheesecake. I also didn't get all of my water in because I didn't want to keep running to the b-room all day while relaxing on the beach. I got in all of my workouts, and did my first track workout outside on Saturday and it felt great. It was a challenge, but my legs were burning and I knew it was well worth it afterwards. Great start to a beautiful day!

So, with week one finished, here are a few things I learned about myself:
1. I really do have the willpower to say no to a piece of peanutbutter pie. (Who knew?!!)
2. Eating clean is delicious if you are creative and get some great recipes.
3. When I feel the need for a Hershey's fix, I need to get to a computer ASAP and read some motivational articles on here.
4. You can do anything you put your mind to if you just believe in yourself.

Off to work, hope everyone has a great week!

Posted 2 years ago #
Wendy
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One more thing I thought of to add to my list:
5. I really CAN get up at 4:30 a.m. to hit the gym, and I really DO love doing it! It makes me feel great, gives me energy, and eliminates the worry all day of wondering how I'm going to squeeze the gym in after I get home from work, cook dinner, clean the dishes, play with the kids, do the laundry, get through kids bathtime, and have a second or two to say hello to my hubby :o) (It's just to bad I didn't believe in myself enough sooner to believe I could do it!)

Posted 2 years ago #
Nikee
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I love the 5 lessons learned! Holy cow, talk about a challenge- saying no to PEANUTBUTTER PIE. It's hard to say no to peanut butter, it's a whole different ball game saying no to peanut butter PIE! Huge Congratulations!

Cheers to starting the week off feeling strong, confident and motivated

Posted 2 years ago #
Wendy
Member

Thanks, Nikee! I have a huge sweet tooth, so that was a huge moment for me! :o)

Posted 2 years ago #
Your Host, Gina
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Hi Wenday! Glad you had a great holiday weekend and enjoyed the Sun!! Could you send some my way next time, lol ;) Wahooo a few weeks until Vacation! What a time reward that will be after a few weeks on the plan, working hard and doing amazing!

So glad you were ready and prepared for your holiday weekend! You are on it and you are officially in the zone, Wendy!! Good for you and what an accomplishment to conquer the holiday weekend only on your second week of your plan! That is a HUGE accomplishment! Thanksgiving and Christmas will be a breeze, promise! You will have all the tools to make smart choices, face the comments and leave a holiday dinner feeling satisfied, indulged yet still able to walk out the door with your pants buttoned! ;) And the comment, oh yes, we will tackle them as they come! Remember not Your issue... If only everyone had the self discipline like you do! Great job! "only a bite"... never stops, trust me! Only a pure compliment though so take it with a smile! :)
So glad you are enjoying yourself and are keeping the end result in mind as you feel the burn! All so worth it, promise!!!

Only on 2 weeks and look at how much you have learned! Thanks for posting, sharing and for taking the time to mentally tune into yourself!!
YOU HAVE THE WILL POWER, EATING CLEAN IS DELICIOUS AND A WAY OF LIFE, WE ARE A GREAT OUTLET TO GET OVER THOSE CRAVINGS-- MIND OVER MATTER! WE WILL SAVE YOU! ;) WHEN YOU BELIEVE, YOU CAN ACHIEVE ANYTHING YOU PUT YOUR MIND TO! YOU ARE AN EARLY BIRD AND DIDN'T EVEN KNOW IT!! :)

YOU ARE ALREADY SUCH A SUCCESS!! You will have these tools with you forever! So proud of you Wendy!!

Keep doing what you are doing because you are on your way to huge accomplishments that will unfold everyday!

Posted 2 years ago #
Wendy
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Happy Hump Day! Today is Day 3/Week 2 and I've hit my first roadblock...

The alarm rang at 4:25 a.m. as it usually does and as I sat up to turn it off it hit me...the small headache I went to bed with turned into a fullblown migraine by the time I woke up. I turned off the alarm and layed back down in hopes that it would be pass quickly, but no such luck today. I layed there until about 7:30 until my stomach felt better and my head stopped throbbing and mustered up enough energy to drag myself into work. I was so looking forward to leg day. Every time I do legs I picture myself one day closer to sexy legs. Oh well, hopefully I will feel better enough by the time I get home to do a modified leg day outside, although it is 103 and humid here in Delaware. Oh well, I will figure it out.

Gina - I am going to keep up with my meals every few hours, but with how my stomach is feeling, I don't think I am going to get all the food in. I am so upset that this is throwing me off track. Is it best to start tomorrow on my regular schedule when I'm feeling better?

Uggghhh!! :o(

Posted 2 years ago #
Ilaria
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stay focused...even if you temporarly miossed your legs workout you STILL are one day closer to your sexy legs!!!...You have all day ahead of you...sit down, take you time and plan a another time during the day when you can have your leg workout, an alternative you can do at home is just as effective...and you are still on track!

I used to feel lost when I missed my workout at the usual time and place! but I dont anymore...I have learnt it is important to be "flexible" and understand that sometimes life gets in the way...I listen to my body and re-schedule my day plan if I have to...

nothing can put us off track unless we allow it!

Big Smile and have a fab day! Hope your stomach feels better too :-)

Posted 2 years ago #
Wendy
Member

Thank you for the encouragement Ilaria! :o)

Posted 2 years ago #
Erin
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Wendy, so sorry to hear about your migraine. I'm very fortunate that I don't get headaches and definitely NOT migraines. I hope for you that this is short lived. Ilaria is right about just rescheduling your workout, hopefully for later today or maybe it has to be tomorrow. Either way, it can be done. I understand your frustration and definitely understand your "Uggghhh!". We've all been there a time or two. But as Ilaria said "nothing can put us off track unless we allow it". It's true. Today may be off but tomorrow you'll be right on track. I'm sure of it! Hope your day improves.

And by the way, I have no idea how you can handle that heat, and with humidity! NO way for me. Of course we have the opposite here in L.A. It's July and it was only 59 degrees this morning on my way to the gym!! Crazy weather all over the U.S.!!!

Chin up, head held high! You'll get past this and come through feeling even better than before. It's just growing pains!!

Posted 2 years ago #
Your Host, Gina
Administrator

Wendy, First of all, you are so normal!!! Things happen! I am so sorry you woke up with such an intense migraine! I am so glad you listened to yourself and got your rest this morning! You have to listen to your body!! I am so proud of you for doing so! You didn't wake up wanting to sleep and not wanting to get up (that would be your mind playing games with you) but you physically woke up unable to get up at 4:30 (that was your body speaking to you)! You see the difference! So proud of you for noticing the difference and listening to your body!

Wendy, don't worry about not getting in all your meals! Do the best you can and if you miss a meal or two, it is not a setback, just pick things back up tomorrow. If you are feeling sick, you can always opt for a protein shake over whole foods, if you feel like a shake will settle better than whole foods.

You are still on track, don't worry about a thing! Get your rest tonight and you will be roaring to go tomorrow. It is okay, you can just start fresh tomorrow! Ilaria, you are absolutely right, FLEXIBLE is one of my words. You have to have the ability to learn to be flexible, as things will come up and you just have to stay focused and know that you have not fallen off the wagon!

We totally understand your frustration, especially when you have been on such a roll! totally normal but don't be frustrated!! You are still right on track, promise!

Hope you are feeling better and no worries about today! Just get your rest, do the best you can with your meals and on a day like this, it is best to take it off from the gym and make it up tomorrow, getting right back on track. Health is #1!

Today was another learning process in this journey! :)

Feel better and keep us posted! hugs

Posted 2 years ago #
Wendy
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Finally feeling better today! Thanks for the encouraging and supportive posts. I will hopefully be back on the regular routine tomorrow. I ordered my new protein shakes, chocolate and vanilla, from tmuscle as suggested in one of Gina's posts, so I am looking forward to trying something new. I am running out of what I have, I made a bunch of muffins, strawberry, chocolate, vanilla, and one batch of chocolate with a little bit of almond extract. All are very yummy. :o)

My goal tonight is to start on my vision board. Great idea to keep me motivated! Looking forward to getting back on track in the morning :o)

Anyone have any suggestions for some really cute workout shorts? I saw cute ones on Lululemon, but they didn't have my size. Any other thoughts?? Gina - does your g-fit line run true to size?

Posted 2 years ago #
Your Host, Gina
Administrator

WENDY, So glad you are feeling better!! Oh my gosh, you are going to love the protein powders trust me!!! Everyone who has tried them, loves them!! Good for you for making all your muffins! You go girl, prepping like a queen!

Keep us posted on the vision board! Definitely is part of your overall plan and will help you as you continue to strive for your goals! You are doing so awesome! So excited for you!! So sorry no shorts with G-fit! Our G-Fit line does run true to size but some items I have that are not on the site run small! but http://www.gfitactivewear.com does run true to size. If you e-mail my business partner/mom @ brenda@gfitsportswear.com and mention you are a member, you will get a discount!

Keep up the great work!

Posted 2 years ago #
Wendy
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TGIF! It is Week 2/Day 5 and I am back on track this morning after my minor detour earlier this week. Looking forward to this weekend and spending some time working around the house and getting things organized. Going out to dinner tonight for my father-in-law's b-day, so I am going to check out the menu ahead of time so I can be prepared with my clean eating order when I get there. I am sure it will end up being a big salad with grilled chicken, oil/vinager on the side. :o)

Tomorrow is track workout day which I will be doing in our yard, last week I did it at the beach on the track in our neighborhood. I wish I could find a gym buddy, but no one I know is willing to get up extra early to workout :o( It is still hot and humid here in the mid-atlantic, today it is supposed to go down to 84 and then back into the 90's this weekend with lots of humidity.

I started cutting out pictures for my vision board last night. It was fun and relaxing to work on a little project. Today I need to go get the board on my lunch break and then tomorrow I need to get my iPod fixed so I can use it to help me get through my cardio sessions. I went to the Apple store last night and there were literally 100 people packed into this tiny store at 7 on a Thursday night. Everyone was playing with the iPads....I had to make an appointment for them to fix my iPod. I should buy some stock in Apple...

Anyway, I hope everyone has a WONDERFUL day and a GREAT weekend! Off to work...

Posted 2 years ago #
Wendy
Member

TGIF! It is Week 2/Day 5 and I am back on track this morning after my minor detour earlier this week. Looking forward to this weekend and spending some time working around the house and getting things organized. Going out to dinner tonight for my father-in-law's b-day, so I am going to check out the menu ahead of time so I can be prepared with my clean eating order when I get there. I am sure it will end up being a big salad with grilled chicken, oil/vinager on the side. :o)

Tomorrow is track workout day which I will be doing in our yard, last week I did it at the beach on the track in our neighborhood. I wish I could find a gym buddy, but no one I know is willing to get up extra early to workout :o( It is still hot and humid here in the mid-atlantic, today it is supposed to go down to 84 and then back into the 90's this weekend with lots of humidity.

I started cutting out pictures for my vision board last night. It was fun and relaxing to work on a little project. Today I need to go get the board on my lunch break and then tomorrow I need to get my iPod fixed so I can use it to help me get through my cardio sessions. I went to the Apple store last night and there were literally 100 people packed into this tiny store at 7 on a Thursday night. Everyone was playing with the iPads....I had to make an appointment for them to fix my iPod. I should buy some stock in Apple...

Anyway, I hope everyone has a WONDERFUL day and a GREAT weekend! Off to work...

Posted 2 years ago #
Your Host, Gina
Administrator

Wendy, Good morning and so glad you are back on track! Look at you, already thinking about dinner and it is only morning, awesome! You are so good, going to look at the menu ahead of time! Smart, smart smart!! You are catching on quick!!

Excited that you started working on your vision board! As I mentioned, a project that you will be continually adding to and working on. It is never ending!

Sounds like you have a wonderful day ahead! Have a beautiful day and have fun tonight!!
keep up the great work!! hugs,

Posted 2 years ago #
Wendy
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Happy Monday! Today is Week 3/Day 1 of my journey and I am feeling GREAT and on a roll. Two weeks behind me!! WOOHOO!! I haven't lost much weight, but my clothes fit a bit differently (better!) and I am noticing changes in the mirror. I'm not as "puffy" and I am feeling strong. I started my journey at 121 lbs. Then week 2 I went to 121.5, but I am blaming that on "bloating" (if you know what I mean...) and this morning I weighed in at 118.5. I haven't weighed this since college. Even so, it isn't the scale that I'm focused on, it is how I am feeling, how my clothes are fitting, and the changes, however small they may be, that I'm seeing in the mirror. My stomach is flat and I am looking forward to hopefully seeing a 6 pack one day.

Friday night we went out to dinner with the in-laws. I planned my meal ahead of time and stuck to it when I got there. When everyone got dessert (brownies with ice cream and key lime pie) I ordered a coffee, and loved every sip. The willpower is still in full force! Everyone was complaining how full and uncomfortable they were feeling on the ride home, and I felt great knowing I put delicious clean food in my body in just the right amount to leave me feeling full, satisfied and excited to witness yet another visit from my willpower :o)

Saturday I went back to the Apple store to get my iPod fixed, and I got bad news....it died. So I broke down and got the iPod Touch. I was SOOO excited to get home and create a new playlist for my cardio and the computer wasn't working. I took it to get fixed and after doing testing, poking, pulling, plugging, rebooting, the tech said...it died. What is going on!! So today I will be ordering a laptop. Just when I think I can save a few bucks, it goes out the window. Oh well, at least I'll have some new toys to play with.

Sunday morning I did my healthy shopping for the week. I hit the local produce place and got lots of fresh green veggies and made a zucchini protein loaf. DELICIOUS! I roasted some brocolli, zuchini, and mushrooms with some spices and cooked some salmon with lemon and pepper for dinner and it was wonderful. We ate outside, the weather finally broke yesterday and the humidity was down and it was about 80. What a great day! Some friends stopped over after dinner and we sat outside for a few hours. Great way to end a great weekend.

I started my Vision Board and after I was done putting up my pictures, I noticed a "theme"...lots of ab pictures. I am determined to have killer abs in the near future.

Looking forward to another week and starting my vacation week at 4:30 p.m. this Friday!

Here are a few things I learned about myself during week 2:
1. I LOVE lifting weights. It makes me feel strong both physically and mentally.
2. I do not like cardio, no matter how hard I convince myself that I do.
3. Great music gets me through cardio...(hence the very necessary iPod Touch purchase)
4. I used to think I didn't have time to take care of myself since I worked and had 2 small children. But, I now realize that when I take time to take care of myself, I actually have MORE time to take care of everything and everyone else too!!!
5. And lastly, not only do I have the willpower to say no to peanutbutter pie, but to brownies with ice cream AND key lime pie too. :o)

Have a wonderful week!!

Posted 2 years ago #
Erin
FORUM EXPERT

Wendy, I can't believe the thing with your electronics! I can relate with the ipod problem. I had a nano and a shuffle that both decided to die in the space of about 2 weeks. I ordered a new nano and guess what? It had software problems so I had to take it to Apple too!! They needed to reload the softward so it works now and somehow my shuffle reincarnated and it's working too so I have that for my backup!! LOL!!

I love your weekly lessons learned. They're great and inspiring. You are cooking up a storm and are just on track in every way! That's so fantastic!! Your killer abs will be here before you know it! Congrats on a job well done so far!! Keep enjoying your journey. :-)

Posted 2 years ago #
Nikee
Member

Hey Wendy! Way to skip the dessert and opt for coffee. Your willpower is going strong!

Abs also seem to be the theme of my vision board! The biggest pic i have is one of the Ava Cowan Gaspari ads. Abs to die for!

Isnt the zucchini protein loaf the absolute best! I am to the point of baking 5-10 loaves at a time. They are perfect for a meal on the go.

Keep on keeping on lady! You are doing great!

Posted 2 years ago #
Wendy
Member

Nikee - I have the same Gaspari ad pic of Ava Cowan too! How funny. She has incredible abs. Yes, the zuchini loaf is great, cooking 5 at a time is a good idea!

Posted 2 years ago #
Your Host, Gina
Administrator

Wendy, Happy Monday to you too!! SO excited for you! 3 weeks and going strong!! Glad you are not focusing on weight and more on how you feel, look and how your clothes fit!! Your body composition is shifting so that plays a role in the number you see on the scale! So proud of you for sticking to everything and yes, that 6 pack is coming! :)

That is so awesome and I am so proud of you for sticking to your plan, even while you were out and about! That is some serious will power and good for you for exercising it! You did it, you planned ahead, had a game plan and did it! Love that you sipped on coffee, that is a great after dinner treat to keep you from digging into dessert. That is my little trick too!! Good for you! :) Isn't that funny.. a few minutes of pleasure for an entire evening of not feeling so hot where as you enjoyed your meal and sipping on your coffee and did not have the aftermath!! Definitely something to put in your memory bank. You mentioned holidays, this is exactly the same type of situation. You will leave feeling amazing, while everyone else will leave or should I say roll out feeling full, stuffed, and just no good! MEMORY BANK

Sounds like you and me both have had technical problems! I am still without a phone! boooo, but tomorrow borrowing an iphone 3, waiting for my iphone 4 to come in. They said they are 3 weeks on back order. It will be my first iphone and so excited to be making the switch to apple! It is going to do wonders for me and especially with all the things I can do on the site, from away from my office! Sounds like we are in the same boat!

Sounds like you had a fabulous Sunday and are all prepared for the week! What a great weekend you had! I am excited you started you vision board too!! Keep up the great work and yes, off to another successful week! Abs and vacation are right around the corner! ;)

I love that you are posting the things that you are learning, with each week!
number 4 is HUGE!!! LOVE IT AND SO SO TRUE

"I used to think I didn't have time to take care of myself ...But, I now realize that when I take time to take care of myself, I actually have MORE time to take care of everything and everyone else too!!!" ANOTHER ONE FOR THE MEMORY BANK!

Everyone is doing so amazing! Nothing like Zucchini loafs for everyone!!! xo

Posted 2 years ago #
Wendy
Member

Happy hump day! :oP

With my new iPod playlist updated I hit the gym this morning for cardio and legs and it was an awesome workout. I really dug deep and pushed myself to go the limits this morning. It was great, but now I am starving! I've eaten meals 1, 2 and just finished 3 and could very easily eat 4,5 and 6 and 2 zucchini loafs all at once right now. I keep drinking water in hopes it will fill me up, but its not working. AAHH!! The candy basket down the hall is looking very inticing...NOOO!

Maybe a cup of strong coffee with extra splenda, I should have packed extra green veggies. I guess I'll put that on my lessons learned for week three: HAVE EXTRA GREEN VEGGIES AVAILABLE AT ALL TIMES FOR EMERGENCIES.

I guess the new playlist worked. I'll post it on the playlist thread :o)

Posted 2 years ago #
Claudine
Member

Hourra for the veggies!
They litteraly saved my life so many times... :)

It's always good to have one extra meal with you also, just in case.

Candy basket? Forget it :) It doesn't deserve your attention!

GOOD JOB!!!

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