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    Before & After Photo Thread of Inspiration!!! Post Your photos here!

    Net Net you look absolutely amazing, well done you!! :D:D:D:D I hardly recognised you. Hope to see you soon Toots x
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    7 Days of SS!!!! Have hitched my wagon back up!!

    I am on lighter life but can I join in to please, got to shift this 1/2 stone i have gained!!
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    Game: What band/singer do you like better?

    kaiser chiefs starsailor
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    A little fun test - its spooky

    red spade for me too!!
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    Alternative Lyrics to Rockstar by Nickleback??

    BRILLIANT!!!!!!!!!:whistle:
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    20th week weigh in

    Hey Net..well done honey!! Can't wait to see you. Maybe arrange something when Sun gets back!!
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    Game: What band/singer do you like better?

    The Smiths Foofighters
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    Weather????

    I'm in Dorking, Dancing - not to far from you!!
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    Weather????

    Whats the weather like where you are????? Im in Surrey, cold, wet, windy and sleet!!!!
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    What's everyone reading at the moment?

    Faces by Martina Cole at the moment...... Loved The Red Dahlia, couldn't put it down!!!!:rolleyes:
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    Could I be in ketosis already?

    There are three way in which your body gets it's energy to funtion, the first is from the calories you take in from food, once these have run out the body takes it from your Glycogen store in your liver. This is one part glycogen to 4 parts water. When the glycogen store has run out, the water...
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    Why are some folk so negative!!!

    We did alot of work on this when I was in foundation last year, as a few of us in the group were becoming increasingly frustrated with negative comments. Friends and relatives have a picture in their mind when they think of you, by loosing alot of weight you are no longer the same as that...
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    Could I be in ketosis already?

    Hi there, It is possible to be in Ketosis on day 2, I was... If you are in Ketosis then it dosn't matter what time of the day you test, the stick will just be different shades of pink... Good luck hun x
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    2nd week - advice

    Hi Scott If I remeber correctly you need to choose a plain, fat free one at this point as you are not yet at the fruit stage...I always buy the Total 0%, I found that one the best. Someone else may be along in a bit that is at the same stage......
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    Maintaining your loss?

    Since March/April last year :eek:
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    How much????

    I lost 3stone in 7 weeks!
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    Word Association Thread

    Ketosis
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    Quick Question

    If your water intake is spaced evenly throughout the day you will be absolutely fine. The danger comes from from too much water at once and your body is unable to process it.... Very interesting though!!!
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    Quick Question

    Hi all I had a bit of an episode with too much water when I started LL in Jan07, here is a link that explained it to me... BBC NEWS | Magazine | Why is too much water dangerous?
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    17th week weigh in! Whoopie-woo!

    hey Net, well done you!! Can't wait to see you as I have not seen you since you started!! How good do you feel? xx
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    Hysterectomy/C-Section Tummies

    They really do work Ali, I swear by mine xx
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    Hysterectomy/C-Section Tummies

    I have had surgery twice, 1 c-section and 1 emercency due to an ectopic........When I lost all my weight last year I still held on to the overhang and it really bothered me!! However, I began to use my slendertone belt again and after a month or so it disappeared completely and I am now left...
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    Day 1

    Hi Tina Well done for making this decison and good luck... I started on the 4th January last year with the same amount of weight to loose as you have. It's now a year later and I have done a week of SSing to shed a few Xmas pounds, and am now only 5lbs heavier than when I finished last year...
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    Lets have a laugh, have a go!!!

    Come on give it a go especially if your struggling and need to bring a smile to you face, I know it helped me today.....
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    Lets have a laugh, have a go!!!

    Absolutely........ Sometimes we all take life too seriously, it has raised my mood no end!
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    Lets have a laugh, have a go!!!

    LOL!!!!!!!!
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    Lets have a laugh, have a go!!!

    Mine is Sloopy Dippinsniffer ....LOL xx
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    Lets have a laugh, have a go!!!

    Hi All I have just been going through some of my posts from this time last year, checking out how I felt when I started and I came across this....Have a go and lets raise our moods xxx This just takes a minute and will make you laugh. We all need a little stress-reliever! and this only...
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    Been brave!

    Look at you Net Net, not seen you since you started!! WOW!! go you, hope to see you soon xxxxx
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    Ll Welcome Thread Sign In Thread 2008

    so worries hun, you are doing brill!!! the girls are so proud of you xxxxx
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    Losses on RTM?

    Hi Alibongo.. I began management with 7lbs to go and actually lost 8llb, this was in the first 3 weeks. After that you shouldn't really be loosing weight, just maintaining. Good luck xx
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    is management worth it?

    Management is an absolute must, well it was for me anyway!! To begin eating again with no help or support was scarier than starting LL in the first place. I started in Jan 07 and maintained until mid November where I decided to give myself a break during the festive season and planned to go...
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    Ll Welcome Thread Sign In Thread 2008

    Hi all, I am Tootsie..... (hi Sun & Net Net - must catch up soon!!!!) Well my story... I began LL on the 4th January 2007 and lost almost 4 stone, going from a size 18 to a size 10. I reached my goal in 9 weeks and followed management religiously. I maintained my weight until November when...
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    LighterLife - Sell It To Me.

    Hi there, Cheese is introduced as a trigger, about week 10 I think???
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    I'm getting vein

    I started Lighter-Life a year ago today!! and have been maintaing since Apr/May..a few lbs go on and come off here and there but I have to say, I am still guilty of looking at myself in every shop window, mirror etc - enjoy it!!!!
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    Hi everyone, I am back.......

    Thank you all for your replys....Not getting much work done today as am loving catching up with all the threads.... Laura you have done so well, well done :D Good luck to everyone else, you can do it xxxxx
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    If you want a chuckle.......... read what i did!!!!

    VERY FUNNY!!! I have done something similar. After a very drunken night, I went home to my parents house, they were in bed so raided the fridge for something to eat. they had a puppy at the time so I sat on the kitchedn floor, playing with the puppy munching my way through a plate of...
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    Hi everyone, I am back.......

    A big Hello to all of you who remember me. I have not been on since July and have to say now I have come back I have realised how much I missed this site. It is almost a year (4th January) since I began my lighterlife journey and am still maintaining. I find it a struggle at times but then I...
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    How many inches have you lost?

    Pixie i have gone from a .... Bust 41 to 38 Waist 38 to 28 Hips 45 to 38 I wish I had measured with no bra on as they are now somewhat defalted to say the least!!!!!
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    LL STARTERS IN JANUARY 2007

    Hi AJ, looks like you are still going strong, I have not had chance to catch up with your diary yet (my life seems to be so much busier than it was) New house is amazing, I just love it!! i now walk dog and daughter to school in the morning, over the fields, (do cheat and drive when its raining...
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    Literlife - should I do it?

    Hils Yes, Yes, Yes - you should do it!!!!! i lost 3.5stone in 9 weeks and went into management early and have been on management for 11 weeks now and feel the greatest I have ever felt. i was always the "fat friend" but now my confidence has imroved 10 fold, i feel healthy, happy and so so...
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    OK HERE GOES NOTHING..PICS!

    WOW Pixie, you are absolutely stunning. Congratulations on all you have achieved so far xxxx
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    LL STARTERS IN JANUARY 2007

    Hi All It's good to be back.... My what a bsty few weeks I have had..... Moved house (hence no broadband for 3 weeks), started new job, going really well. Hubby has a new job, he starts in a couple of weeks and am just recovering from a very very painful kidney stone problem!!! On the mend...
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    Bad Week :(

    Hi Tomee I really overdid it with the water on my 6th/7th day and it scared me stupid!! The effects were as if I was really realy drunk. I couldn't put a sentance together, my driving and reaction times was dangerous to say the least.. At one point my husband had to put me to bed as I...
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    Joolz's Management diary - Week 6

    Hi Joolz Have just caught up with your thread and have read it with a huge amount of interest, head nodding etc etc. You seem to be really in control of your thoughts/feelings etc which is wonderful. I had my first weight gain this week, 1lb, and the councellor looked at me and said well...
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    sukies sue before and after pics

    AWESOME!!!!!!!:eek: :eek: :eek: :eek: :eek: Sue you look truly amazing and extremely happy, well done honey...:D How's management going and what week are you in?
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    LL STARTERS IN JANUARY 2007

    Pixie, I will be excited when we are in and all the boxes are unpacked but it all just seems to much hassle at the moment, never mind, just think of all the xtra calories I am burning off running around like a loon bag and not sitting behind a desk all day!!! hey, well done Anna, you are...
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    Finally scanned my 'before' photo (AmandaJayne)

    AJ, you look about 20 years younger WOW WOW!!!! You have been such an amazing inspiration to me through out my whole journey and will continue to be so forever, I can't thank you enough!!! ((((((((((hugs))))))))))) xx
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    LL STARTERS IN JANUARY 2007

    Good afternoon all you lovely LLers out in cyber space..... Thanks you all so much for your "congrats"..was getting a bit worried for a while!!! Fingers crossed for you Pixie, will say a little prayer.. How is everyone doing? Skinny you O.K? Pix? Not going to be on much as packing is...
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    Tootsies before and after shots

    Thank you so much Slinky and ISOM. It is really motivational to see the pictures, I don't ever want to go back there so every no and then I have a look at what I have achieved!!! You are both doing so well, good luck and you don't realise how soon you will be posting your before and after...
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    Yippeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeee!!!!

    Awesome stuff Yorkie, you go girl!!!!!!!! Well done xxxxxx :D :D :D :D :D :D
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    AJ's LL Management Journey!

    Hi Aj et all...... I am finding the last two discussion really insightful and thank you so much to all that have posted... Both threads are really helping me at the moment. The first, being the adapted child in management has really struck a cord. I am eating the same thing almost day in...
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    LL STARTERS IN JANUARY 2007

    Morning all....early for me I know but have a spring in my step today and just couldn't stay in bed!!!! Sorry I have not updated for a while, been tres busy and broadband was down for a while. I have just been catching up on all the losses and they are truly amazing!!! I could never have...
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    Tootsie's Management Diary

    Had a really good day today and have felt better than i have for days. had a phone call this afternoon and was offered the job i went for yesterday, so so pleased. I have verbally accepted subject to seeing the contract but the terms seem great from what I could gather over the phone! I am...
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    LL STARTERS IN JANUARY 2007

    Great to hear from you Skinny and well done you. I cannot believe we have got this far and to be so near to the end of the 100 days is awesome!! you are doing so well babe and you seem in such a happier place. I really miss my group meetings and the girls...mangement is so different as we are...
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    Tootsie's Management Diary

    Hi All I have just managed the 2nd of my 3 goals, have just bought my first Karen Millen dress, it's wonderfull, I love it!!! Thank you so much ISOM, that means alot to me. Do you know, I went shopping with my hubby yesterday and he looked at me as I came back from getting the car park...
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    LL STARTERS IN JANUARY 2007

    Hi All Not had much luck with my laptop or PC for a while, hubby is back now and we are all sorted!!! Thank you Pix for doing the updates, really appreciate it!! Hope you are all O.K, Skinny you doing alright??? Just about to updtae my thread for the full version of last few days events...
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    Toots - how you doin' girl?

    Hi AJ, I'm here!! Feeling so much better, was out of sorts for a while and had a very busy wend with the nieces!!! Hubby is home now thank goodness as my internet went down and being the technaphobe I am I couldn't fix it!!!! But Hey!! I'm not just happy he is home to fix my computer, I am...
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    Tootsie's Management Diary

    I feel crap!!!! I don't feel well at all, my glands are up, sore throat, headache, tired and totally fed up. Pmt is also kicking in and am missing hubby so much i just want to cry!!!! I have my two nieces (5 and 3) this weekend as my brother is away, i am dreading it if I feel this rough...
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    Week 3 Weigh In....

    Well done and many congrats, you are doing so well :scale:
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    sukies path into management and beyond

    Hi Sukie I have just caught up with your thread as have not been on much over the last week. So sorry about the news from your GP, there is nothing I can ay that will change the way you are feeling however, I am thinking of you.. you are doing really well with this stage of management and I...
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    First weeks weigh in for me

    Fantastic loss, well done you:superwoman:
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    Tootsie's Management Diary

    Skinny, so sorry i have not been on.... Not having a job is so much harder than working, people expect so much of you!!!! I am so chuffed for you that you have had some amazing comments, it is fantastic!! I on the other hand have now had to say to people that i am not some circus act and that...
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    First baby born on MiniMins!

    Amazing!!!!!!!!! Congrats to you and your family on the birth of baby Katie!!!!!!!!!!!!! Sihope I can announce something like this in about a years time!!! Dead chuffed for you xxxxxx
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    LL STARTERS IN JANUARY 2007

    Hi Guys, hope everyone is doing O.K.... I am going to update the stats once a day in the evening if thats O.K with everyone as this impresive list is getting bigger and better Love to all
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    Tootsie's Management Diary

    How you doin Skinny?
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    Tootsie's Management Diary

    Morning all, have had a minimins free weekend and boy have I missed it!!! Have not stopped since Friday night, today is the first day I can sit and reflect on how i did over the weekend and i am proud of myself except for one little "cheat"!!! Had a great night out with my mate on Friday. We...
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    Tootsie's Management Diary

    We were sooooo seperated at birth!!! Georgia would have been called Daniel had she been a boy and it's still my favorite boys name!!! Spooky spooky, oh and talking of spooky, i am really into the medium, fate thing!! Ians cousin is a medium and when she predicts, so much that comes true. Her...
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    Tootsie's Management Diary

    Hiya Skinny, your right, I don't do things by half do I. My mum had a quite word in my hubbys ear before we got married. She said to him "do you know what you are letting yourself in for:eek: " and "you do know don't you, that your life will never be boring".....He reminds me of this alot...
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    Tootsie's Management Diary

    Another busy day planned today. Have already been to library to do some photo copying, have been to the dump to get rid of lots of rubbish that has been in a pile in my garden since last summer!!, sprayed Georgia's hair red for school and dropped her off and it's only 11.00. Joolz, the kebabs...
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    Lost 2.1 stone up to now!!

    Just found the new smilies, my posts will be so much prettier now!!:giggle: :thankyou:
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    Joolz's Management diary - Week 6

    hi Joolz, how you doing today?? I did the spicy chicken as well and yes it was great, hubby thought so too. Did you want to carry on eating all evening? I did and was wondering if you felt the same? Hope the pop in went well, let me know how you got on... Take it easy xx
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    Tootsie's Management Diary

    I am KNACKERED!!!! Have had bundles and bundles of enery today to have spring leaned my house from top to bottome, washed all the bed clothes have even cleaned all the white woodwork:confused: Now I am shattered!!! Decided to make some chicken Kebabs tonight for George and I Chicken...
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    People starting LL in March...

    Ijust wanted to say well done to all of you, you must and should be so proud of your selves... kepp positive, remember your goals and the reasons you are doing this, keep glugging the water and you will be fine. Congrats once again........:D
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    LL STARTERS IN JANUARY 2007

    There you go Cricky,sorry honey:o Tootsie Start Date - 4th Jan 2007 Start Weight - 13st 3.5lbs Current weight - 10.st 3lbs Goal Weight - 10 stone Total-42.5lbs in 10weeks Wk1 management - 4.5lbs:D Now or Never Start Date - 28th December 2006 Start Weight - 15st 11 lbs Goal Weight - 10 st...
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    LL STARTERS IN JANUARY 2007

    Stats updated below Tootsie Start Date - 4th Jan 2007 Start Weight - 13st 3.5lbs Current weight - 10.st 3lbs Goal Weight - 10 stone Total-42.5lbs in 10weeks Wk1 management - 4.5lbs:D Now or Never Start Date - 28th December 2006 Start Weight - 15st 11 lbs Goal Weight - 10 st Total- 28lbs...
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    LL STARTERS IN JANUARY 2007

    Hiya Skinny, it is so great to hear tow positive you are today, well done you...I know you can do it as you have done so well alreadyy, good on ya for picking yourself back up, much respect ((((((high fives))))))!! I weighed in last night and lost 4.5lbs!!! can't believe it as have been...
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    Tootsie's Management Diary

    Thanks Joolz and cherry, i am still on a bit of a high to tell you the truth. Today i can introduce some more foods, more veggies like broccoli, muchroom, spring onion and snacks, up to 1/2 lbs salad/veg, sugar free jely and fat freedips!! Oh yes and diet drinks.. I have just had a diet coke...
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    tonight was a night for a binge before LL

    Stand up and be PROUD Yorkie, you deserve to,well done!!!!!!
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    LL STARTERS IN JANUARY 2007

    What you gonna do hun?
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    Tootsie's Management Diary

    I am well chuffed, after my first week on management I still managed to lose 4.5 lbs, that is exactly my 3 stone and only 3 more lbs to go. i am so totally over the moon as have been really worried about eating again... I took the clothes tonight as it was my last foundation meeting and some...
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    LL STARTERS IN JANUARY 2007

    No way, what happened Pix?
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    LL STARTERS IN JANUARY 2007

    Hi Skinny, don't be to disheartened babe, look at what you have lost in total in 10 weeks, 3 stone, that fantastic!!!! just keep on doing what your doing hun and it will soon catch up, at least it was a loss and if we were doing WW or any other diet that is whatwe would loose every week!! If we...
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    Oh My Goodness! I Cant Believe Im Going To Get My Kit Off!

    hey Pix, you saucy Minx!!!!!!! Can't wait to see the shots... So when you booking your ticket to LA, I hear Hugh Heffner is looking for a new playmate:D
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    LL STARTERS IN JANUARY 2007

    Stats updated Virgon, well done hun, Job situation is that I don't have one!! That O.K though, just what I needed to get my arse in to gear!!! Tootsie Start Date - 4th Jan 2007 Start Weight - 13st 3.5lbs Current weight - 10.st 7.5lbs Goal Weight - 10 stone Total-38lbs in 9weeks Now or Never...
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    Tootsie's Management Diary

    Joolz, have lost my job as the company I work for are owed a lot of money and there is a serious cash flow problem...It has given me the kick up the bum I needed as was not enjoying it at all so not really bothered to tell you the truth... The sun has been shinning for the last few days so how...
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    I've messed up big time.

    Hi Slimbride, I have just posted on Skinnyjan's thread and the post really applies to yours as well hun..... Massive hugs and support from me whenever you need it xxxx
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    Just so hard.. need more help! (long..sorry)

    Hi All I have been there too!! Not since I started LL but on and off for years.. For me it was not a constant cycle just at times. I have now analysed why I used to binge/purge..It made me feel in control at times when everything else in my life was out of control, it actually used to make...
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    LL STARTERS IN JANUARY 2007

    Morning, some fab weigh in's last night well done Jo and kate, brilliant stuff, the lbs are just melting away!!! Stats updated below....... Tootsie Start Date - 4th Jan 2007 Start Weight - 13st 3.5lbs Current weight - 10.st 7.5lbs Goal Weight - 10 stone Total-38lbs in 9weeks Now or Never...
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    Tootsie's Management Diary

    Popped in to see an agent this morning and they have the perfect job for me!!! The girl I have been speaking to all morning (also called Tania, may be a bit of fate happening here:confused: )Seems to think my CV is just what the company is looking for and they have been looking for a while by...
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    Tootsie's Management Diary

    Right, O.K then, I am now unemployed, jobless!!!!!!!! All the more time to spend on here now!!! Going to do some agency reaserch now and get the ball rolling on finding a new job, wish me luck!!!!
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    Tootsie's Management Diary

    Day 6 of management today and i feel great, very bloated and could be out of a job but what the hell, I am slim and loving it!! He He He:D :D Just by my office there is a little fish van that comes round once a week and parks outside the shop, so I thought I would treat my self. I have just...
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    Tootsie's Management Diary

    Day 6 of management today and i feel great, very bloated and could be out of a job but what the hell, I am slim and loving it!! He He He:D :D Just by my office there is a little fish van that comes round once a week and parks outside the shop, so I thought I would treat my self. I have just...
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    LL STARTERS IN JANUARY 2007

    Morning Skinny, so glad you are doing o.k hun.. It must be water!!!!! My scales are doing some really weird things, I think they are broken as they work sometimes and not others!! any way I managed to get them to work yesterday morning and i had put on 2.5lbs, weighed again this morning and...
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    Tootsie's Management Diary

    Hi Dieting Queen. i don't know if you have ever seen the "A list Diet" on UK living (I think it's that channel), anyway I am following his principles. I aim to have the protein the size of may palm when my hand is slightly cupped and about a handful (a big handful) of salad.. I always feel...
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    LL STARTERS IN JANUARY 2007

    Morning everyone, hope everyone is well. Today is the day I find out what is happening with my job, I have my best suit on so if I clear my desk I am straight off to some agencies to see what is about!! i am actually quite excited in a bizarre way!! Stats updated below, Well done to...
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    Joolz's Management diary - Week 6

    morning Joolz , i had to come on here early this morning to see how you got on with your first meal and it sounds like it went O.K except for the busy day you had!!! I am now on day 6 and still feel really bloated, just like after a curry!!!! I am so hoping it passes soon!!! Well done and I...
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    WEDDING DRESS ALTERED

    Mandy and keelie that is such a fab idea!! I can't wait to see the comparison pictures. Well done to both of you xx:D
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    Before & After Photo Thread of Inspiration!!! Post Your photos here!

    Cheers Mindless and yes I think hubby is proud. he has developed a but of a twinkle in his eyes:D :D Shame really as he is away for the next two weeks:o :o :o
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    Before & After Photo Thread of Inspiration!!! Post Your photos here!

    Thank you all so much. Seeing the photos together is a bit of a shock i have to say. I think everytime I have a wobble i will come back to this and have a word with myself lol:D :D :D :D
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    Tootsie's Management Diary

    Come back, come back, let us help you!!!! You can do it and we are all here to help, at any time!! Feel free to PM if you ever need anything xxx
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    LL STARTERS IN JANUARY 2007

    Bloody hell mindless, you are flying! Well done, you are doing so well. CONGRATULATIONS !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!:D
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    AJ's LL Management Journey!

    AJ, are you really enetering week 8?... Where has the time gone, it's flown. You are my inspration AJ, had it not been for your posts i think I may have said "sod it" already but i am doing well and feel relatively strong!! Thank you so much xx
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    Lost 2.1 stone up to now!!

    hey jenna,well done honey. It really does feel fantastic dosn't it. Write your feelings down so you can look back if the going gets tough!!! Well done again, keep going!! xxxx
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    Tootsie's Management Diary

    Thanks Nce1. The management so far is working for me, with a lot of will power!! Foundation was so much easier with the only choice having to be made was what flavour soup/shake to have. There have been times when I have really struggled and wanted some stodge and normally just after I have...
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    Tootsie's Management Diary

    Not been on much today as have been running around all day, doctors this morning (smear yuk!!), hospital this afternoon, xray as pain in my ribs, daughter off school sick and no husband!!! arrrggghhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhh!!!! in amongst all that I have been trying to pack as we are moving, walk...
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    Tootsies before and after shots

    Thank you so much Joolz and Angie, I do feel good however very bloated today!! Going to post days events on my management thread later, just getting into hot bath...... Thanks again xxx
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    5th Weigh-in tonight.....

    Well done donna, thats fantastic!!!:D
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    Tootsies before and after shots

    Hi Angeie and thank you so much. I am now a 12 on the top and bottom although have just bought a size 10 skirt but it must be a big 10:eek:
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    Tootsies before and after shots

    Totally agree with you, everything happens for a reason! off to bed now, the only good thing about OH being away is i get to star fish in our king size bed, lovely, got a good book, my hot mint choc shake so I am sorted. Night all xxx
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    Tootsies before and after shots

    I worked for Virgin Atlantic for 15 years as a national account manager, had a year off then did some bits and bobs and am now (don't know how long for though) a sales and marketing manager for and overseas property investment consultancy, almost finnancial services as we offer the whole...
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    Sizes Lost

    I was a size 18 on the top and a 16 on the bottom, I am now a 12 all over although have just bought a size 10 skirt!!! Would like to stay a 12 on top and be a 10 for real on the bottom. I think the skirt is a big 10:eek:
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    Tootsies before and after shots

    Skinny, don't worry about the thread, not a problem... i am a Sales manager too, and I am having IVF at the end of the year for another baby... We are following the same course, how strange!!!!
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    Tootsie's Management Diary

    No problem DQ, I am really interested in the salad dressing recommendations too so if anyone does have some please let us know...
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    Tootsies before and after shots

    Glad you had a better weekend Skinny, sounds to me like your head is sorted and things are better, I hope so hun!! Good luck with the notice tomorrow. I have just had a text saying not to come in tomorrow and they will speak to me on Tuesday!!! I know what you mean about the career thing. I...
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    Constipation

    I have always had a problem in that department and being on LL made it worse. It didn't matter how much I drank, sometimes 7 litres, nothing worked. I ended up taking 2 dulcolax once a week and still do, that helps but wanted to try and keep away from medication but had to in the end, was...
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    Tootsie's Management Diary

    8lbs Nas, that is fantastic, I am hoping for 2 but if I get any where near tht I will be over the moon. I agree, who needs oil!!! Good luck on management, are you starting from week2?
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    Why is it that...

    Funny question and totally agree but no, I don't know why i am afraid LOL
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    massive binge. feel sick. hate myself.

    Sal, i am so pleased for you honey. You have started of with a similar amount to loose as I have. 9 weeks of foundation and I am now ino managment hun, if I can do that then I am sure you can too. I wish you all the luck in the world!!!!! i am so pleased yo are feeling a lot more positive xxxxx
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    Tootsie's Management Diary

    Well after a day of IT torture, hubby going away and a poorly daughter I have just sat down and eaten the prawns I had marinading with a mixed leaf salad, it was gorgeous. I have eaten to much and feel really incomfortable now, serves me right for not stopping I guess!! DD left almost 3/4 of...
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    Tootsies before and after shots

    Thanks again hun, it feels really good to see them up there, i actually feel a bit vain because I keep looking at them. You will be with me in no time at all and I can't wait until you do. So, are we meeting up at the London meet then? Would be great to put a face to a name as we have been...
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    Ideas for Treats?

    hey cath, good for you !!!
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    Tootsies before and after shots

    Hey Skinny, 1hp for you you star!!!!!! Thank you so much (note to self, get IT lessons from skinny and not my IT professional husband:D ) Thank you so much karen, katie and sez. this is the first time i have seen them together and i feel chuffed:eek: :D
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    Tootsies before and after shots

    How the hell did you do that!! thanks so much skinny!! What do you think then?
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    LL STARTERS IN JANUARY 2007

    Goombagirl, thank you so much for your comments. I am 5'5.5" but have always been told I carry weight well, whatever that is supposed to mean!!! You are doing so well hun. I started management with 7.5 lbs to loose am hoping that i do it before the trigger weeks!:eek: . I have to say...
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    Tootsie's Management Diary

    Cheers Skinny, they are on their way....
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    LL STARTERS IN JANUARY 2007

    stats updated below Well done Pixie for hitting the 11's thats fantastic, you will fly throuh these and soon be in the 10's i have no doubt... Great losses Yorkie, you are doing so well, well done!! Scooper, i have added your stats, 21lbs in 4 weeks is amazing, well done Jackie, flaunt...
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    Tootsie's Management Diary

    Been faffing about on here all morning trying all sorts of ways to get photo's on. I will just have to wait until I get my official LL ones I guess. Last nights dinner was lovely. Wasn't actually hungry when I sat down to eat so only hasd a really small portion, it was lovely. So many...
  129. T

    Ketosis stick

    katie, once you are in you are in!! as long as you remain 100% abstinent you wnt come out. I just used a stick every day for reasurrance really.
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    Tootsie's Management Diary

    Bum, back to square 1 then!! Pierce help!!!!
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    Tootsies before and after shots

    Bugger, I can see them, thought I had it sussed then. have put them on my management thread, can you let me know if you can see them on there please..
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    Tootsies before and after shots

    Here we go, finally found a way of doing it! the first picture was 2 weeks before LL, my work Xmas do...Have only worn that size 18 dress once, its full length so if anyone wants it, let me know and I will post it to you.... This was last sumer in Cornwall, doing the 10 mile cycle track to...
  133. T

    Tootsie's Management Diary

    Here we go, finally found a way of doing it! the first picture was 2 weeks before LL, my work Xmas do...Have only worn that size 18 dress once, its full length so if anyone wants it, let me know and I will post it to you.... This was last sumer in Cornwall, doing the 10 mile cycle...
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    Ideas for Treats?

    The only thing I have really done is to take long hot soaks and spent a little on some new clothes (really needed to, yippeeeee!!) My mum called me yesterday and has booked us both in to a spa day on the 5th April, the whole works and it's on her, all I have to do is drive us there!!!! I have...
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    Sorry...its me again!!

    Hiya Sez My OH is really so supportive it's not true but there have been occasions when he just didn't think!! Men are so black and white, it is in their make up, you either do it or you don't!! I think it is very hard for anyone to console when they have no idea what you are going through...
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    My before and after photos

    Oh my god!! WOW WOW WOW, you look amazing and have done so well!! Well done, you should be so proud!!!:eek:
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    I seem to be having a baking phase.

    I love cooking, all ways have done and during my whole LL journey my OH has been eating really well, I have become really adventurous with all meals and get great satisfaction seeing it on the plate in front of him!! So I know what ya mean!!
  138. T

    Tootsie's Management Diary

    Had quite a good day today.. got up early and did all the washing and ironing from the week, tedious i know but someones got to do it. Oh is off to the states again tomorrow for 2 weeks this time and I am dreading it. i do't funtion to well onmy own and have a lt going on at the mo what with...
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    Roll Up Roll Up! Predict Your Weight Loss Here!

    How nice to be that wrong!! Well done pixie xx
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    Tootsie's Management Diary

    Thanks Pixie... I have no idea if they are the same amount of pixels, I am such a technaphobe. OH is going to have a look when he gets home from footie.. Thanks Katie, it was actually my daughter making me laugh!!
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    I'm Starving!!!!

    Hi Pokerstar, is there anything emotional going on at the moment? I and some others struggled big time about week 6/7. I think it is totally physcological as the boredom sets in as your are in a routine and know you are only half way thru, by week 8 you will be feeling great again! Chin up...
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    LL STARTERS IN JANUARY 2007

    Thanks for doing the update Pixie xx
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    Tootsie's Management Diary

    Here is the side view.....
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    Tootsie's Management Diary

    After photo....... For some reason my before photos are to large to upload but from same camera so any advise would be great on how to get them on......
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    Week 5 DVD...

    Sez, I have to say we didn't hide the sniggers. Poor woman!! You know when you are chatting with mates and the "Most embarrasing story" comes up, I bet that is hers!! I really felt for her!!
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    A London Meet?

    This may be a total thread stopper but we can meet in maxwells, go to Hyde Park and have a game of rounders!! Go to Kensington Park, lady Di memorial gardens anything!!!!What do you all recon? The weathershould be better, bring a rug and some water and we are sorted!! Only a suggestion:eek:
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    A London Meet?

    hey Mike, are we doing this??????...... Sorry to take over the thread but I suggest Maxwells, by Covent Garden Tube, 2.00 on the 21st April!! Anyone up for it?
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    HELP! How do I put my before and after pictures on

    I know, get me with the hired help and not the guests!!!! must be doing something wrong eh!!! You never know thou:D :D :D :D :D :D :D :D :D :D Seriously, your dress sound fab. I have never been in to clothes in the past but I think that may be a habit that is about to change (or already...
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    People starting LL in March...

    hey girlies, hang in there. It gets so much worse before it gets better, and it really does get better, a million % I promise. Have a look at the beginning of LL starters in Jan thread, we were all feeling the same. It may give you an insight in to how you are now and whats to come. Don't...
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    Losing weight from places you don't usually!!

    God how it hurts!! I am there with ya!!
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    Joolz's Management diary - Week 6

    Joolz, we can do this together ((((hugs))))). the books are essential as far as I am concerned. I have read, re read and re read again the first pages until and including week 1. I want it all to sink in but it is taking some time. I would suggest you read, read, read, i am sure I feel so...
  152. T

    Question for people who have done maintenance

    Thanks AJ, thought i had been diddled then!!!!!! how has your day been?
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    Tootsie's Management Diary

    Final post of the night.... Looked forward to my meal (chatterbox lost this time!) Only had half of my cod loin which I steamed with a crust of pepper a tiny bit of salt. It was fantastic!!! Could have eaten so much more but again sat there with some water and 10 mins later felt full and very...
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    HELP! How do I put my before and after pictures on

    hey Pix, a size 12, fantastic!! Socome on then, whats it like. I have a party at Chelsea FC Football Club at the end of March, hubby is DJ ing!! I need to find a dress and I am so excited about going to shops like Karen Millen to find the perfect one. Have never spent much money on clothes...
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    Losing weight from places you don't usually!!

    Hands definately. I lost a Tiffany ring about 5 weeks ago, the first piece of jewellary my hubby ever bought me, our first valentines together!! he was also away at the time and found it very hard to tell him!!! i have had to change my wedding and engagement rings round as my enagement ring...
  156. T

    Roll Up Roll Up! Predict Your Weight Loss Here!

    one day i will get this right...2.5lbs this week for me and into management i am going to predict 2lbs this week:eek:
  157. T

    1st Week Weigh In....

    Well done both of you, you are out of the starting block now and on your way, enjoy the ride xxxx
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    Tootsie's Management Diary

    :D Thank you so much dieting queen, I reaaly needed to see that post, i have a smile on my face now!!! just to see what you said in writing has almos put my CB to bed for today so thanks again!:D
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    HELP! How do I put my before and after pictures on

    Hubby will be home later,Mr IT himself:D :D will definately do them tonight. how you doin Pix?
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    LL STARTERS IN JANUARY 2007

    Skinny, I am so proud of you for not giving in despite everything you have experienced, you certainly ave a will of iron. Your LLC seems to be supporting your struggles and coming up with alternatives which is great. If you can battle this, you battle anything that crosses you, your head...
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    HELP! How do I put my before and after pictures on

    Yes,please do tell, i would like to put mine up to and have no idea where to start :eek:
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    Tootsie's Management Diary

    Cheers Skinny, I am there for you too xxxx
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    Tootsie's Management Diary

    Thanks Catwoman, I really appreciate that!!
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    LL STARTERS IN JANUARY 2007

    Kels Yes hun, I do feel a bit out of sorts. I am just frightened I will go back to how I was and let myself down. The negative part of my brain has not let up for the last 24 hours and I really need to start talking some sense to it!! The first two days you have 3 packs a day, plus 4...
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    Tootsie's Management Diary

    Well, I have now entered the very scary world of management with trepidation and self doubt!!!! After lots of reading all day yesterday I ate for the first time since starting LL, I thought I would be ecstatic but I just felt scared and very down!! I have managed to convince myself that all...
  166. T

    Question for people who have done maintenance

    Hey Meghan, I was charged £49.50 too, whats that all about then?
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    Joolz's Management diary - Week 6

    Hey Joolz Your weight loss is outstanding, much respect to you honey:D I too am just starting management and I full of trepidation about the whole thing.. Felt really bad and low last night after having a chicken breast for dinner. Wanted to eat more, then didn't, then did again. My...
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    LL STARTERS IN JANUARY 2007

    Well done Kels, superb stuff. Wouldn't it be great if we could bottle that feeling and use it every time we feel down!! Hiya Skinny, yes into management but not as enthused about it as I thought I would be. Lots of crooked thinking going on at the moment!!! Thought records have realy helped...
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    Feel Like I Am Climbing A Mountain

    Hi Skinny I am so pleased you managed to air some of your concerns and worries last night, a problem halved as they say I guess. Off load as much as you can in group and on here, there will always be something said that will strike a cord and help you deal with the situation. It is so good...
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    LL STARTERS IN JANUARY 2007

    No problem katie....... Well I lost another 2.5 last night and I have now started management. I am really really aprehensive about eating, I have it in my head that I am going to put all the weight back on with just one mouthful...now silly is that!!!! I am still hoping to get to goal...
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    AJ's LL Management Journey!

    Hi AJ, i am so glad you are online...was really needing to speak with you I can now oficially say I am on management!!!! Had my weigh in last night and lost another 2.5lbs. Feel really happy with where I am now in terms of size but am hoping to loose that last half a stone to give me a...
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    LL STARTERS IN JANUARY 2007

    Good evening all..... just going to post the most recent stats then give you an update on me if thats O.K? Well done Katie, fantastic stuff, bet you feel great after your first weigh in...... Great loss maxie, well done and Skinny, another 2 thats fantastic and bluddy hell, 3 stone is...
  173. T

    Week 3 results

    Superb stuff,well done. Don't forget to reward yourselves (non food obviously) xxxxxx
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    Day 3 - I feel like a space-cadet!

    Hiya I can so relate to that feeling, mine lasted a week but passed by day 8... Give in to it, rest, and enjoy the TLC!! You will be running around in no time when the energy surge kicks in, and it will. Take care honey xx
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    Feel Like I Am Climbing A Mountain

    Hi there Skinny... How you doing today? Sorry i didn't post last night, no chance at all to get on line, running daughter everywhere, cooking, washing, I could go on but wont!!!!! I think what everyone else has said is so right, issues are appearing where as before you would have stuffed...
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    LL STARTERS IN JANUARY 2007

    Good afternoon one and all, hope everyones day is going O.K. Just come home from work and not going in tomorrow, giving them some time to decide what they are going todo about my job etc. I actually feel quite liberated and am almost hoping they make me redundant, will give me the jolt I need...
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    People starting LL in March...

    Yes Cath, I am......really proud, I am now healthy and when i started this i was obese!! I have 10 lbs to go to my taget of 10 stone but have already had the "stop now" comments. I will stop when I am ready!! I should be going into management in the next two weeks which is slightly daunting...
  178. T

    Ketosis - how long does it take?

    If its any shade of pink you are now in the wonderful world of ketosis, enjoy xxxxx
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    Feel Like I Am Climbing A Mountain

    Hiya Hun... I am going to post in reply to this later babe. Got a meeting in a mo, may as well clear my desk now!!!:confused: Just wanted to let you know I am not ignoring you:wave_cry: ((((((hugs))))))))))
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    week 5

    Well done hun, you are well on your way to a new you and how good does that feel? Many congrats xxxxxx
  181. T

    LL HAS GIVEN ME BACK A LIFE

    Congratulations Horseclutter, you are truley inspirational.. Can't wait to see the before an after shots......
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    Carb Cravings week before TOTM

    ditto, ditto, ditto!!!!!! I don't normally eat bread, got a little bit of a wheat intolerance however, week leading up to TOTM I could have killed for a sandwich, so yes carb cravings for me at that time!!! Will have to watch it from now on!
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    LL STARTERS IN JANUARY 2007

    Hiya Skinny I can't wait for the spring either!!! I had alot of comments from mates this weekend about not loosing anymore weight, some are genuine and some I think are just jealous and really want me to fail, people can be such funny things!! I would suggest that you do want you want to do...
  184. T

    Hello, I'm new and on Lighterlife

    Angie, I am doing great thanks, will be going into management in 2 weeks time. I am a little aprehensive I have to say but as long as I follow the instructions by the letter, and I will, I should be fine. I have stayed away from the gym actually having been an excessive user in my time. I am...
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    Hello, I'm new and on Lighterlife

    Angie, you should really be having all your packs every day. Not sure why but if you cut packs out it can slow your weight loss down as your body is not working as efficiantly as it should. You will also start to feel pretty cr@py, I know cause it happened to me when I was struggling to get...
  186. T

    Brilliant weekend!

    Well done Cath and Denise, you should be over the moon and so proud of yourselves. Weekends and family occasions are the hardest but you got through it. Make sure you write it down as an achievement, it's so great to look back on the further you get down the line.
  187. T

    Beth's weight loss journey...

    Hi Beth Congratulations for returning to LL. keep focused, remember your goals and turn to minimins every time you have a wobble and you will be fine. I wish you all the luck in the world xxx
  188. T

    People starting LL in March...

    Hi Guys I just wanted to post to wish you all the luck in the world!!! This is a fantastic life change (I'm not saying diet as this is for the rest of your lives) I am in week 9 and have found the whole experience hard, easy, painful, enlightning etc etc. You will go through a whole range...
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    counsellors can be mean!!!!

    Fantastic news FA, good luck hun xx
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    LL STARTERS IN JANUARY 2007

    No problem jackie, 28lbs in 3 weeks is amazing, well done. We all atlk about weight in our group, not necessarily how much we weigh but how much we have lost each week. Not a taboo subject for us lot xxxx Tootsie Start Date - 4th Jan 2007 Start Weight - 13st 3.5lbs Current weight - 10.st...
  191. T

    Has anyone experienced bad TOTM whilst on LL?

    My PMT has been out of control, lasting for two weeks and some total irrational behaviour - my poor daughter and husband:o :o :o
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    any LLC's out there who can help.......

    hey, thanks Lacey. She is not ready to admitt that she needs to get professional help yet but I am sure that will come.....
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    LL STARTERS IN JANUARY 2007

    Hikels It is fine to have 2 packs together, you an have all 4 at once if thats what you want to do!!
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    counsellors can be mean!!!!

    I am disgusted by this post, I can't believe a person in such a trusted position could be so flipant with someones feelings. We all benefit tremendously from the support from both our groups and concellors during a a difficult and sometimes very emotional time and we put our trust in these...
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    LL STARTERS IN JANUARY 2007

    Hi All Back online now.. Bought a new lap top this morning so I am with you all again...thanks goodness. Well, I have 10lbs to go till my target weight (10stone) Spoke to LLC about managment this week. I wanted to start this week but there is no management meeting next week as councellor is...
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    LL STARTERS IN JANUARY 2007

    Hi all having major problems with my system and posting, have tried to update about 5 times this morning and my comp keeps crashing. Could someone please please (pixie/skinny) update for me from the post above. Cheers, Toots. PS lost 3.5 lbs this week xxxxxxx
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    Roll Up Roll Up! Predict Your Weight Loss Here!

    3.5lbs for me this week, well chuffed. i am going for 4 next week.......
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    LL STARTERS IN JANUARY 2007

    There you go Lily, all done xx Tootsie Start Date - 4th Jan 2007 Start Weight - 13st 3.5lbs Current weight - 10.st 13.5lbs Goal Weight - 10 stone Total-32llbs in 7weeks Now or Never Start Date - 28th December 2006 Start Weight - 15st 11 lbs Goal Weight - 10 st Total- 28lbs Amanda Jayne Start...
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    Feeling faint...again!

    hope it works for you hun, let me know how you get on xxx
  200. T

    Week 2 Weigh In

    well done honey, keep it up xxxx
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    The Leap to Managaement and Beyond!

    good luck meghan and keep posting to let us know how you are getting on xxxx
  202. T

    Feeling faint...again!

    sounds to me like you really do need a pack in the morning. Could you not just shove a hot choc or caramel and coffe in a flask and drink it on the train, or even have a bar whilst on train....hope this helps...
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    Feeling faint...again!

    Well as least we can rule that one out then.;) Have you called your LLC? may be worth discussing it with her? Can you try having a double shake in the morning then a bar just befor you leave to get on the train. This will give you double calories and may make a difference, just a suggestion...
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    A London Meet?

    I really really want to come to this meet as not been to one yet but can't do 24th March as have my two terrible nieces (I mean that in a good way) for the weekend and the 14th April I am moving. How about the 21st. I could bring my hubby then as it is my birthday weekend...just a thought????
  205. T

    Feeling faint...again!

    Hiya Slim I get a little faint when getting out of the bath etc and (from previous posts) when I drink too much water too quickly!!! Just a thought, have you had TOTM lately:eek:
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    LL STARTERS IN JANUARY 2007

    It's great you are doing so well Jo!! Won't your family be in for a big surprise. Relish all the compliments you will get as you totally deserve them. Our group is also doing so so well. Everyone is either at 2.5 or 3 stone and we have had no drop outs. Got one woman though, who I have to say...
  207. T

    Hey im new...

    Hi Amy, welcome.... You are doing fantastically well hun, keep it up xxxxx
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    AJ's LL Management Journey!

    Well done Aj, I am so so pleased for you. If anone deserves it, you do!!!! Make sure you fill in the "Be a LL Model" page and send it off, I would love to see you on the front cover of the mag........ I should be going into management in a couple of weeks so I will be on you back for help and...
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    LL STARTERS IN JANUARY 2007

    WOW WOW WOW WOW!!!!!!!! Check out all these amazing losses this week, bluddy marvellous, keep up the good work!!!!! AJ - I am over joyed for you..In terms of final weight loss goals you are there hun, now raise your arm and pat yourself on the back as much as you like. You should be so so...
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    LL STARTERS IN JANUARY 2007

    Hi there hippoellie, welcome to the only tool (except will power) you will need!!!!! This site is fantastic and you will find all answers to all questions you have somewhere on here. Good luck and I lookk forward to hearing about your journey... Skinny, thought you were revising? lol:D
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    LL STARTERS IN JANUARY 2007

    Ok guys, yes the list is now getting very long, I have modified it below, let me know what you think......If I have any of the weeks or total wrong, please just shout and I will correct...... Fab weight loss mindless, you are certainly speeding ahead!! Well done xx Tootsie Start Date - 4th...
  212. T

    FOOD DUMP !!!!

    soft floured bap with rare roast beef and creamy coleslaw, in the bakers right now next to my office..arrrrggghhhhhhhhhhhhhhh help........
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    LL STARTERS IN JANUARY 2007

    There you go Angela, all done xx Tootsie Start Date - 4th Jan 2007 Start Weight - 13st 3.5lbs Current weight - 10.st 13.5lbs Goal Weight - 10 stone Week 1 - 9.5lbs Week 2 - 4.5lbs:D Week 3 - 3.5lbs Week 4 - 3.5lbs Week 5 - 5.0lbs:D :D :D Week 6 - 4.0lbs:D :D Week 7 - 2.0lbs:D Total so far...
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    Two major goals reached this morning and feeling good!!

    Fantastic Joolz, well done... You must be so proud of yourself :D :D
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    LL STARTERS IN JANUARY 2007

    Morning all Welcome back Goombagirl, hope you had a great time. 10lbs is inspirational hun, well done, thats fantastic :D :D There you go slimslow, a 5lbs loss is superb, makes it all worth while dosn't it? Well done you:D :D and I make it 21 not 20, you are doing yourself out of a pound...
  216. T

    I survived !

    well done Virgogirl and Chrismars, fantastic stuff. I bet you are both so proud of yourselves....
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    any LLC's out there who can help.......

    Hi Pixie I really really do think you are right. I spoke to her yeaterday and gave her a whole list of numbers and websites. I also called our local NHS councelling advisory service and had a great chat with a lady there. One of the things she said, and I didn't bring it up, was that if she...
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    any LLC's out there who can help.......

    Hi AJ Many thanks for your reply.. I am being very careful not to let this have an impact on my life and the way I feel. There was a time when all would come to me wih their problems and I would almost relish in the fact that I was helping someone out, it took my mind away from trying to sort...
  219. T

    any LLC's out there who can help.......

    thanks guys, will have a look...... Karen, she wants group so she can share and listen ( I guess it's a reasurrance thing that she is not alone!!) Thanks again xx
  220. T

    Period question

    My water retention starts about 10 days before I am due:mad: and it's bad and hurts!!!
  221. T

    any LLC's out there who can help.......

    Hey thanks Kate, didn't know that!! Anyone, can you help?????
  222. T

    any LLC's out there who can help.......

    Hi all Are ther any LL councellors out there who can help me out with a particular issue. I have a very good friend who is on the road to self distruction and she has turned to me and only me to help her out...... The story.... She is 24 years old, very very pretty girl and lost about 3...
  223. T

    Sorry - another one just testing their sig!

    freezing frezzing freezing!!! Sitting on top of a portable radiator at work, boss is so tight he switches the heating off!!!!!
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    Word Association Thread

    movie
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    A great thing happened at work this week

    Fantastic, bet you have a smile on your face!!!!!
  226. T

    A London Meet?

    Not seen Rules, where abouts is it? Belgoes is just off Covent Garden, a Belgium resturant that specialises in Mussels and they have over 150 different flavoured beers, OH loves the strawberry beer!!! If OH and I fancy something different we just jump on a train and head for CG, we just love it!!!
  227. T

    A London Meet?

    I love Covent Garden flirty, especially Maxwells, great bar!!!!
  228. T

    Job Swap Day!!

    LOL, my OH is another IT Manager, and yes, matchsticks do come in handy!!!:rolleyes: Wouldn't swap my job for the world at the moment Icemoose as I have nothing to do at moment so can spend all my time on here!!:D :D
  229. T

    Roll Up Roll Up! Predict Your Weight Loss Here!

    Only 2lbs for me this week, but I am cool with that as I know 100% it is only water. I predict 4lbs next week......
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    LL STARTERS IN JANUARY 2007

    Morning all, I have to say i am getting a bit sick of this weather, shall we all go away, Barbados maybe??????;) Anyway, enough dreaming. Weighed in last night and lost 2lbs. i am really pleased with this as TOTM is due on Friday and i really suffer from water retention and before this diet...
  231. T

    Do any LLrs take psyillium husks?

    Our LLC suggested we use them as they are not absorbed into the body at all and are just a bulking agent:confused: Cant see that they will mess things up for you, but hey, what do i know:D :D I am going to my weigh in in a bit and I know I have lost nothing, my scales say 1lb on. I am...
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    FELLING LOW & NEED TO EAT

    hey Skinny... How has you day been? Good luck for tonight sugar, and if you can, try and get your worries out in the group and use the support you should be getting. After all, this is why we chose LL over anything else. If you need me you know where I am. Much love xxx
  233. T

    Starting LL tomorrow!!

    You seem to be doing great wannabslim, well done and good luck to you tonight, Sal embrace the start of the journey to the new you xxx
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    Do any LLrs take psyillium husks?

    Hey Lily, how you doin hun? I tried the powder, to make porridge, had two spoonfulls and gaged. If you were going to try them I would suggest the capsuals. One of the girls in my group uses these and it really works for her. I am having to use dulcolax once a week...... good luck xx
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    I have just been told....

    Thanks everyone, you are all so lovely xxxx
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    side effects & general hints from those that know!

    Don't really know slim, sorry. Our LLC did say that to only do gentle excersise to begin with. I would suggest that you have a chat with your councellor. Good luck x
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    side effects & general hints from those that know!

    hiya Slim.... people react in so many different ways when in ketosis. Are you have all your packs? are you doing any excersise? that will really boost your levels. i know when you feel lethargic its hard to get motivated but it really does work hun xxx
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    I have just been told....

    cheers karen, I am just about ready to bubble over at the mo:D :D
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    I have just been told....

    I look like a different person:D :D :D :D Our silent partner has just popped in for a meeting and have not seen him since the week before Xmas at our Xmas do (pre LL) and I can actually say he looked gobsmaked!!!!! I am so chuffed!!! I had not had compliments up until this weekend and now...
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    ketosis colour

    jenna any hint of pink/puple on the stick means you are producing ketones....
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    First week weigh in

    CONGRATS!!!!:D :D
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    My mood is the lowest it's been for a long time

    Hey Yorkie Can i just touch on something In Search of me said. I was in the same position as you about5/6 years ago. A single mum, working all the time, no time for me at all. I got an aupair and it was the best thing I ever did. Not only was she there to help out with the time consuming jobs...
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    Hair loss

    Hi Ann I can't help I am afraid but I am sure someone will be along to answer you soon hun
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    FELLING LOW & NEED TO EAT

    How you doin today Skinny? Worried about you (((hugs)))):confused:
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    LL STARTERS IN JANUARY 2007

    Thanks for doing the last update Pix, you are a gem. Here is the latest...... Virgo, don't be too disappointed, look how much you have lost in 5 weeks, amazing stuff, well done:D :D and Jo, 32lbs in 7 weeks is awesome, well done to you too:D Great stuff Elsa, keep on glugging, you are...
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    side effects & general hints from those that know!

    These were/are mine... 1. Constipation 2. Headaches 3. So So Cold all the time 4. Lightheaded 5. Emotional hunger pangs 6. Physical hunger pangs 7. Moody 8. Tired 9. Social life put on hold 10. Lots of loo trips Now I am nearly half way through Foundation the only ones I have left are 1...
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    LL STARTERS IN JANUARY 2007

    It certainly does hun xxxxx
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    FELLING LOW & NEED TO EAT

    Hey babe, please please please just take a few deep breaths, find somewhere quite and talk yourself (outloud) out of it. The reason you have had an issue with weight before is because of exactly what is happening to you now. There are some demons in your head (chatterbox) telling you that "you...
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    Advice Needed!

    Hi lana May I just add, day 8 is very early on in the programme and your attitude will vary so much as the weeks tick by. I would not even think about the upcoming events until you get nearer the time hun. You will see dramatic results over the next few weeks that it may inspire you to make...
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    LL STARTERS IN JANUARY 2007

    No problems honey, all added for you and well done you, fantastic losses, :D :D Tootsie Start Date - 4th Jan 2007 Start Weight - 13st 3.5lbs Current weight - 11.5st Goal Weight - 10 stone Week 1 - 9.5lbs Week 2 - 4.5lbs:D Week 3 - 3.5lbs Week 4 - 3.5lbs Week 5 - 5.0lbs:D :D :D Week 6 -...
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