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  1. skinnyminny

    Slinks back in with tail between legs

    Hya guys, felt I needed to post...well after my "binge" last week, lucky the scales were kind and I sayed the same. So I was quite happy with that all things considered. I am now back on abstinacne with a vengance and finding it tricky around the weekensds especially the bank hols.I am already...
  2. skinnyminny

    Slinks back in with tail between legs

    Well falling off the wagon already!!! Its TOTM and I always struggle around this time - or is it that I tell myself I will struggle and give myself permission to lapse, whichever one it was (probably the latter) I gave in to it. I wont go into detail, except tosay it was not good and now I hate...
  3. skinnyminny

    Slinks back in with tail between legs

    Wow - its good to see so many familiar names......... Well I am back too, with my tale between my (fatter) legs - having achieved so much I cannot believe I allowed old habits undermine everything - so here I am back in refreshers with 3 stone to loose - maybe the councelling this time around...
  4. skinnyminny

    OK...So I'm back on LL again

    Well not a bad first week - managed to loose about 11lbs I think not sure about the kilo/pound thing but based on my very basic conversions. Onwards & downwards as they say!
  5. skinnyminny

    OK...So I'm back on LL again

    Hya Well got through the weekend, but now seem to have developed swollen glands and temp of about 100 and feel shocking. Would give anything for some chicken soup (heinz) and some bread....trying to stay strong, but so hard when you feel so ill :sick:
  6. skinnyminny

    OK...So I'm back on LL again

    Whoop whoop - got through a weekend without any major mishaps....feeling good, seems ketosis is kicking in.
  7. skinnyminny

    restarted yesterday help

    Hya everyone I just restated too...first weekend...very hard......
  8. skinnyminny

    OK...So I'm back on LL again

    Hya everyone, I remember you from last year soontobe & have gone through similar struggles, I lost a wopping 6 stone on LL last year, and for various reasons was not able to finish management properly and so when I got to the trigger weeks I just could not handle it without my group.I was...
  9. skinnyminny

    Depression - it's a b**ch...

    Hi everyone Thanks for all your posts, I have missed it terribly - feel bad for not posting for ages, was enjoying beong slim toot much I suppose. Hya Sun thanks for your post, how is Toots doing, not heard from her in ages......... Anyway back to the packs for me for a few weeks to get me...
  10. skinnyminny

    Depression - it's a b**ch...

    Hi everyone & in particular AJ What made me come onto this site today.............??? I have not been around for a while, but I too struggle with depression and being in denial that I have it for a very long time........I am not too sure if I am ready to go & get some help, but I do need it...
  11. skinnyminny

    Hair loss???

    Hi I have been on LL since Jan - my hair started falling out once I went into management? So not sure if that is normal - I have really thin fine hair, so for me it was quite noticeable, looked a bit of a mess to be honest, not bald just thin & limp & a mess!
  12. skinnyminny

    My before, 100 day and after photos

    Wow - you look amazing - well done you should be really proud of yourself - a true inspiration. x
  13. skinnyminny

    Updated photos...Now on management and happy with my weight/size!

    Hi Jules No I don't mind at all. I am 5ft 2 and I weighed 9 stne 7 in that pic. :D:D:D x
  14. skinnyminny

    Updated photos...Now on management and happy with my weight/size!

    Aw thanks Suzy A I am 9 1/2 stone - my goal was 8 1/2 stone - but to be honest I am ok with myself at this weight, think I would look too thin with another stone off. I still have falbby bits but will either learn to love them or hit the gym to tone up either way I think losing more weight...
  15. skinnyminny

    Updated photos...Now on management and happy with my weight/size!

    Thanks you guys, it has been a rollercoster at times & I would never have achieved this without the wonderful support here on minimins. I don't get to post as much these days, but rest assured I will pop in as much as I can to see how you are all getting on & to share my maangement stories...
  16. skinnyminny

    Updated photos...Now on management and happy with my weight/size!

    Here's the latest update. I am now in management - albeit struggling a bit! I am happy with my weight & size and so not planning on losing anymore - just happy to maintain it. Almost 5 stone gone forever since 3rd jan 2007 - I so chuffed. Now the hard bit - keeping it off.
  17. skinnyminny

    help i am losing my hair!!!!!!!!!!

    :eek::cry: I had heard this might happen but I am really worried - my hari is shedding away at a pace & as I have thin hair anyway, it looks really awful, thin, luimp & scraggy. I am considering hair extensions to thinken it up a bit! Has anyone had the same problem??
  18. skinnyminny

    LL STARTERS IN JANUARY 2007

    LONG TIME NO POSTS HYA EVERYONE!!! Gosh it has been a while since had chance ro come on & post, not hd a good few weeks diet wise, went to tenerife and was "good" ish only put on a lb - so went abstinent for a week to get back on track and officially started management on Monday. So far so...
  19. skinnyminny

    Just eaten my first meal

    I Cath Not been on much, been on hols - glad you enjoyed your first meal - I know what you mean about looking forward to being on abstinence - I ate whilst on holiday - nothing too naughty - fairly healthy - I have put on 3lbs though! I cannot wait to get pack to my packs and get rid of the...
  20. skinnyminny

    FED UP

    :cry:Really fed up now! put on a lb at last weigh in as predicted, despite sticking to the plan 100% - LLC it is down to my excersise ??????? Anyway to cheer myself up - what do I do - I have a good old binge - obviously I have learned nothing about controlling my eating in the last 4 months...
  21. skinnyminny

    I'VE PUT ON 4LBS...HELP!!

    Oooh so glad to read this thread - I weigh in tonight, but as I mentioned on a previous thread I have weighed myself at home as I do every day and I have put on 1 1/2 lbs????? I have done alot more excersise this week though, toning and running (lol - well walking & runing) as I am training for...
  22. skinnyminny

    LL STARTERS IN JANUARY 2007

    ok so my good mood did not last.............As some of you may already know - I do weight myself everyday (sometimes more than once a day) my scales have always been there of there abouts with the LL scales.As of today I have not lost any weight whatsoever - if fact it looks like I have gained a...
  23. skinnyminny

    Had some new pics taken today...

    Wow you look fab well done!
  24. skinnyminny

    LL STARTERS IN JANUARY 2007

    Hi everyone Not posted for a while, life seems to be so hectic at the moment. Anyway lost 5lbs this week - back on track, have decided I am going onto management in two weeks :eek: :eek: :eek: I do not really want to lose much more now, feeling quite happy with my weight, and realise that I...
  25. skinnyminny

    LL STARTERS IN JANUARY 2007

    WELCOME BACK TOOTS MISSED YOU!!!! Glad the move went well & your are still sticking to management - well done you! I am still in development - partly cos I want to lose a bit more before going into management & partly because I am SCARED of management. Anyway I have promised myself I will...
  26. skinnyminny

    WHAT IS WRONG WITH ME??????

    Thanks for all your support guys, well I guessed right I gained this week - bloody 4lbs.........:eek: I am not going to bother updating my ticker cos it will not be there for long. Onwards & downwards!
  27. skinnyminny

    OK HERE GOES NOTHING..PICS!

    Bloody hell gamour puss - you are stunning!!!! No wonder you are feeling flirty - I would if I looked like that! Fantastic & well done you have done amazing! So nice to put a face to a name at last x
  28. skinnyminny

    How Do I Get My Before And Afters On Here?

    Come on then Pix dont be shy - dying to see your pics x
  29. skinnyminny

    WHAT IS WRONG WITH ME??????

    Hi guys not too good today either, but determined it is just a blip - strange I always get these binge urges around TPOTM and it seems now 100 days is up I have lost the will to beat them - like some of you have said we get fixated with the 100 days and it is hard to think much beyond that. My...
  30. skinnyminny

    WHAT IS WRONG WITH ME??????

    :mad: :( :cry: :( :mad: :cry: :mad::cry: Today I have just eaten & eaten...............I feel soooo bad and guilty that I have undone all of my hard work, it seems I have learned nothing from foundation. I am finding the plan soo hard to stick to in development I only want to loose...
  31. skinnyminny

    My before an nearly after pix ! (a week to go before management)

    Wow you look great a huge well done to you!
  32. skinnyminny

    LL STARTERS IN JANUARY 2007

    Just a quick update,lost 3.5 lbs this week! Really pleased! :D :D
  33. skinnyminny

    Start Today and Worried !

    Hi & well done on taking the plunge & getting started. Hopefully you willsail through it & beleive me the 100 days will whizz by - but in case the going gets tough come on here & we will do our best to support you. My fave is the tai chilli & the bars, cannot stand any of the others - weird!
  34. skinnyminny

    I know you will all be sweet but I need a telling off

    Ok now deep breath and drink lots & lots of water - put the sandwich situation out of your mind - it is done and you cannot change that, what you can do is change your behaviour towards food from now on. Your mind is playing all sorts of games with you trying to get you to eat - DO NOT LET IT...
  35. skinnyminny

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

    Go for it FA - Iwas so nervous about posting - but the comments are such a boost, as I could not see the difference so much until it was in front of me in a picture! Weird but true!!
  36. skinnyminny

    REDS LL JOURNEY!!

    Best of luck with DDay - welcome the start of the rest of your lighter life (LOL) x
  37. skinnyminny

    GOT THROUGH MY FIRST WEEK

    Well done on your fantastic first weight loss Antal - the weeks will whizz by, not without its ups & downs but we will all be here helping you along - so keep us all updated!
  38. skinnyminny

    AJs Maintenance Journey Part 1

    Wow AJ well done on beating that one, you are so controlled & together to have made that decision. I am not a huge chocolate lover, I can take it or leave it, but I am obsessed with bread so it will be interesting to see if this period of abstinence and the CBT has helped me to overcome it and...
  39. skinnyminny

    Bad day....

    Hi ISOM Hope you feel better soon - I do my tesco shopping online - much easier & less expensive cos if your tesco is anything like mine - it sells bloody everything!
  40. skinnyminny

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

    LOL AJ! It has not been without it's drama & I am sure there will alot more drama once I move into management - I am nothing if not consitent (sp??). Joking aside though, the confidence gained from losing this much weight is giving me renewed strength to overcome all my other issues every...
  41. skinnyminny

    Away with work tomorrow night

    Hi Anna First of all I think you are doing great - so well done on your achievment so far. Re. the bar question, I do not think it will be a problem I regularly have 2 bars due to my work situation and it has not slowed down my weight loss at all. x
  42. skinnyminny

    Despondant please help

    Have you tried lighter life or Lipotrim - all pretty much the same - LighterLife is more expensive and I think you may need to have 3 stoone to loose so may not be an option. My mum is doing lipotrim & is doing as good as me (I'm on LL) again not sure on the rules hopefully someone will be...
  43. skinnyminny

    Skinnyminnys Before & Current Pics

    Hi ISOM really appreciate your comments. I am not sure whether I will go the whole 2 stone - I will see how it goes, but I do think I look slimmer in that photo than I really am!! As I have said in earlier posts, I am still classed as overweight due to my height (5ft 2) and really aiming for...
  44. skinnyminny

    The weirdest thing happened to me this week.....having doubts about wedding

    very nicely put mini - good luck with your chat tonight pix x
  45. skinnyminny

    Advice needed

    Hi let me know how you get on - I have just missed 2 weeks due to hols & I did not get the packs - lucky I had some spare as did my mum so I have managed to continue, but I will not be pleased about having to pay & as I don't need the packs I do not see why I should. It will be interesting to...
  46. skinnyminny

    I cheated

    Enjoy your birthday & enjoy spending your vouchers on some new knickers!
  47. skinnyminny

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

    Thanks for the comments guys, Lighter Life is how I did it - it has changed my life!
  48. skinnyminny

    Skinnyminnys Before & Current Pics

    Thanks Angiebabie - it has been a journey and now feel I am almost on top of that hill - why did I not find this wonderful mad diet a few years ago???????
  49. skinnyminny

    Skinnyminnys Before & Current Pics

    Thanks soooo much SuzyA & Goombagirl for your supportive comments. x
  50. skinnyminny

    Anyone watching SuperSkinny Me: Race to size 00?

    I agree I thought it was a load of rubbish! How can losing a stone get you from a size 12 to a size 6 (:confused: :confused: ). I do not mind these programmes on the whole but they are all unbalanced arguments and this one in particular was very badly put together
  51. skinnyminny

    Adventures in New Look - the size 14 dress and saggy bits and exercise.

    Wow well done to you - 5 stone is fantastic you should feel so proud of yourself - what a great week you are having!
  52. skinnyminny

    On Managment and been away !!!!!!

    No words of wisdom but well done for getting back home & on track. I am so scared of going into management so I do admire you, it must be the hardest part of the journey. The fact that you are concerned about how you will deal with it means you are making progress so try & focus in on that...
  53. skinnyminny

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

    Skinnyminny's before & current pics Left: Sons Christening 12 stone 6 Middle: Christmas 14 stone 4 - the heaviest! Right: NOw - 10 stone 4
  54. skinnyminny

    I cheated

    Dont be so hard on yourself, you are only human, food has ruled all our lives for so long it is understandable that you will have these moments, draw a line under it drink lots of water and move on. Just think you will be able to enjoy a nice meal out for your birthday next year and feel...
  55. skinnyminny

    Day 51

    Well done on reaching the half way mark, the weeks will just fly by and the weight will drop off! Keep up the good work you are doing great!
  56. skinnyminny

    REDS LL JOURNEY!!

    Hi there Red, Good luck I am sure you will be a success, this diet has changed my life for the better! This site is sooo insirational and I have been through some tough times on my journey but minis has really helped me through it. PLease keep us all posted & enjoy your last supper!! x
  57. skinnyminny

    Skinnyminnys Before & Current Pics

    Hi Suzanne, Thank you for your comments, I have lost the weight in my 100 days of LL so approx 14 weeks. x
  58. skinnyminny

    So proud - never thought it possible a week ago

    Well done on your fab weight loss & well done for cookng & resisting spag bol - mmmm my fave - I remember when I first cooked it for my family - I had to go out for a walk - the temtation was so great! Well done you for overcoming it. x
  59. skinnyminny

    Adventures in New Look - the size 14 dress and saggy bits and exercise.

    Fantastic - cannot wait to see your pics. It is amazing though isn't it when you try a size on that you have not looked at for ages & hey presto it fits. I am impressed with the New Look experience alos, as IMO they are not that generous with their sizes, so if you fit ok in a 14 from there...
  60. skinnyminny

    Skinnyminnys Before & Current Pics

    Hi, no I do value your comments, basically there is not restriction on SSing in LL - this is due to having to have medical check ups every 4 weeks so if I SS for another 4 weeks that will get me to 9 stone 4, then it is 12 weeks of management where I will possibly lose more weight albeit not as...
  61. skinnyminny

    Skinnyminnys Before & Current Pics

    Hi cheery thanks for your comments - I am 5 ft 2 - when I am not wearing my killer heals to make me look tall LOL x
  62. skinnyminny

    Skinnyminnys Before & Current Pics

    Hey wannabslim No I do not think you are speaking out of turn at all, it is a fair point, I guess I was aiming for the weight I was when I got married only 5 years ago which was 8 1/2 stone. I did not look gaunt but I did carry my weight differently then, I seem to be losing from the top down...
  63. skinnyminny

    Skinnyminnys Before & Current Pics

    Hi thanks for all your comments - I carry most of my weight on my thights & bum and believe it or not due to my height I am still classed as overweight!!!! Another 2 stone off would get me to the lower end of my "normal" weight range so that is the aim - but to be honest will see how it goes...
  64. skinnyminny

    Skinnyminnys Before & Current Pics

    Finally plucked up the courage to post my before pics. The first one was at my sons christening and I weighed 12 stone 6 :sigh: The second was Christmas and I weighed 14 stone 4 - my heaviest ever! :eek: Finally the last one is me now! 4 stone lighter at 10 stone 4 - size 10/12! :) 2 stone...
  65. skinnyminny

    The weirdest thing happened to me this week.....having doubts about wedding

    Oh my god you are SOOOOO on the mooney with those comments. Pix - hope it all went well last night, since losing my weight my hubby has not commented at all except to say my nose looked boney :confused: :confused: I have to force every comment out of him, that said he did not say a word when I...
  66. skinnyminny

    Ventured Out Into The Real World At Last!!!!

    Thanks everyone for your comments - it really means alot, I am going to get my hubby to take a photo of me & I will post my before & after shots :eek: :eek: x
  67. skinnyminny

    Am I ready for a size 14?

    oh my god - you look fantastic! Well done on such a fantastic weight loss. You know what go for it & buy that size 14 - the worse that can happen is that it may not fit & you can choose to return it or keep it until it does - which will not be long - it will also give you a mini goal to aim...
  68. skinnyminny

    squidgy skin!!

    I must say my skin looks a bit horrid in places my stretch marks look loadsworse, hoping copius amounts of bio oil and getting a nice tan on hols wll make it look a bit better though! Aw well rather this than being as big as I was.
  69. skinnyminny

    OMG what....

    Hey there Don't worry about it now - it is done, keep glugging the water & focus on getting back on plan You can do it! x
  70. skinnyminny

    LL STARTERS IN JANUARY 2007

    Hey cricky You have had a fantastic weight loss, it is weird with this diet you can go through such extreams of emotions it can really test you at times. Glad you are back, your loss is a real inspiration not long till the end of 100 days - you can do it! x
  71. skinnyminny

    Help I had 5 packs today by acccident, will it matter, what shall I do?

    Din't worry about the 5 packs, I doubt it will make a huge difference to youe weight loss and you still will be having alot less calories & carbs than normal. I have the opposite problem I struggle to eat all 4!!!!
  72. skinnyminny

    Ventured Out Into The Real World At Last!!!!

    Well after 16 weeks I finally arranged to meet my friends for coffee yesterday. They have not seen me since before Christmas - I was avoiding seeing people until I had finished my 100 days, thankfully they were still willing to be my friends!:o :o Anyway, I got such a fantastic reaction, I...
  73. skinnyminny

    Cautionary tale for all you scale hopping addicts...

    I know what you mean, I am on & off the scales several times a day - very obsessed with them - it is amazing how your weight fluctuates in one day. I must try & stop this behaviour though as they determine my mood for the rest of the day depending on what they say! I want to get to a place...
  74. skinnyminny

    AJs Maintenance Journey Part 1

    Hi AJ Really enjoying the new thread. I can totally see where you are coming from re the constantly assessing what you eat out of fear it will all spiral back into uncontrollable eating habits. I have to say I felt scared of going into managmeent for that very reason. Until my weekend...
  75. skinnyminny

    The weight I have lost is the equivalent to a child in my class!

    Wow well done anna - you have done sooo well. I feelthe same when I pick up my little boy I have lost more than what he weights & he is blooming heavy - cannot imagine how I carried that amount of fat around with me, no wonder I have got a spring in my step! LOL
  76. skinnyminny

    LL STARTERS IN JANUARY 2007

    Hi everyone Long time no posts - well just come back form my weekend break & trip to ireland to see my parents.... anyway first things first.... As I mentioned in a previous post, I was off to Edinburgh for easter weekend with hubby and had planned to have a nice meal as a celebration for...
  77. skinnyminny

    AJ's LL Management Journey!

    Hi AJ I could dothis for you if you want - I did them for Tootsie - you would have to email them to me though - feel free to email the pics to me & I will sort it out for you. PS enjoy your easter break! x
  78. skinnyminny

    off to Ireland with my packs

    Hi Yorkie I am off to Ireland with my son to stay with my parents - whereabouts in Ireland are you off to? I am looking forward to it, and of course taking my packs with me, it is great your friend is supportive of LL it does make a differnce. Enjoy yourself!
  79. skinnyminny

    LL STARTERS IN JANUARY 2007

    Well a bit peed off this week as I have GAINED!!!!! 1 1/2lbs. Very disapointed LLC thinks I may be retaining water & it is TOTM I am away for 2 weeks now off to Edinburgh for the weekend with hubby and then off to my mum & dad's in Ireland with the munchkin for a week. So after this week I...
  80. skinnyminny

    LL STARTERS IN JANUARY 2007

    Hi Toots Am doing ok thanks - Good luck with the move, hope it all goes well x
  81. skinnyminny

    LL STARTERS IN JANUARY 2007

    Wow Anna thats amazing well done to you! How have you been finding it?
  82. skinnyminny

    Katie_Oxo - Teeth Whitening!

    Wow - the one I was thinking about was brite smile - its £465 & only takes an hour too. I am going to book to get mine done in April after the easter hols. Very excited now.
  83. skinnyminny

    Katie_Oxo - Teeth Whitening!

    ooooohh I want to do this - how much did it cost (if you don't mind me asking)????
  84. skinnyminny

    fresh start.. long again.. soz!!!!!

    Well done Jan you are doing really well - keep focused & you will beat this as Pix says ity won't happen overnight - so don't set yourself unrealistic goals, take one day at a time. We are all rooting for you hun x
  85. skinnyminny

    Yippeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeee!!!!

    :clap: :clap: :clap: :clap: :clap: :clap: A HUGE well done what a fantastic result! xx
  86. skinnyminny

    Tootsie's Management Diary

    Congrats on the job Toots - a huge well done - wine & champayne eh yehe! can you believe the 100 days are almost up - I cannot believe it! So pleased with my weight loss over this time though and I can finally see my goals in sight. Went for a complete change of hairstyle yesturday as I...
  87. skinnyminny

    Tootsie's Management Diary

    Hey Toots - Welcome back!!! Glad you are doing ok, fingers crossed for the interview. Well done on the weight loss 2lbs to go till goal - raaarrrr! You go girl. It was interesting you said regarding making the same sort of food choices & even better that you recognise this is a problem...
  88. skinnyminny

    LL STARTERS IN JANUARY 2007

    Hey toots Really missed you! Glad you are back Had weight tonight & lost 2/5lbs so totak so far is 3 1/2 stone - last week of foundation this week & will hae photos taken. I am cgoing to continue with development for another 4-6 weeks as really want to lose another stone 1/2 before going...
  89. skinnyminny

    How much does it cost to train as an LLC?

    Hey there everyone I know Tootsie has loked into this and she says it was approx £14k so not sure about the other £10k that has been mentioned. Seems rather steep doesn't it - I think you can certaily earn a decent living though. x
  90. skinnyminny

    I cheated

    Hi Karen Get straight back on that horse, drink loads of water and forget it. Tell yourself that is your one & only lapse allowed. Good luck with your weigh in - I would be surprised if you put on, but it may have knocked you out of ketosis. After week 1 when you are well & truly in...
  91. skinnyminny

    fresh start.. long again.. soz!!!!!

    Hey Jan Sorry not been on much the last few days, wanted to stop by and say a huge well done for managing 3 days without the binge/purge thing. Fantastic I am soo happy for you - remember one day at a time and you will have done a whole week before you know it - now what an achievement is that!
  92. skinnyminny

    LL STARTERS IN JANUARY 2007

    Blimey that was confusing, but it says I am medium framed - I remember doing a test for this years & years ago and I thought I was classed as small framed then - so not not sure, but at least it may explain why I cannot get into the darn size 12's and other people of my weight/height can...
  93. skinnyminny

    LL STARTERS IN JANUARY 2007

    How do you measure your bones?:confused: :confused:
  94. skinnyminny

    LL STARTERS IN JANUARY 2007

    Hey Pix - I can't understand it either - I now weight 10st13 and am no way a 12 - am a confortable 14 - I have loads of 12's and nothing fits, tops are way to tight and trousers do not even meet to fasten up! How strange is that - I wonder why - that is so bugging me now!
  95. skinnyminny

    LL STARTERS IN JANUARY 2007

    Hey pix how are you - I am only 5ft 2 so am only short, but I do wear killer heals so that I look taller :D :D x
  96. skinnyminny

    Joining Yorkie girl in the half way point!

    Hey there Just want to echo all those congrats - well done you :D :D
  97. skinnyminny

    fresh start.. long again.. soz!!!!!

    Hey Jan I have not heard from my referral yet either Dr says would be several weeks!!!!! Anyway, back to you.... Take it one day at a time, and give yourself a huge pat on the back once you have acheived a full day of not bingeing/vomiting. Your plan sounds good so hopefully that will...
  98. skinnyminny

    Tootsie's Management Diary

    Hi Toots Hope you are feeling better, not been on much lately myself, been quite busy last few days. Anyway glad management is going really well hopefully in 6 weeks or so I will finally be able to join you on management !!!! I have been really focused & positive this week - and looking...
  99. skinnyminny

    LL STARTERS IN JANUARY 2007

    Thanks Supermum, Thanks Pix Alot of people in our group have lapsed - most of us are going on to development afterwards though, I want to lose another stone at least before going into management. I am am determined to get in that darn size 10 dress that I have hanging in the wardrobe. I...
  100. skinnyminny

    LL STARTERS IN JANUARY 2007

    Hi everyone Just a quick update before I go to bed. Lost 4lbs today so really pleased with that means my current weight is 10 stone 13.5 (what is the half pound thing all about). Anyway glad to be finally in the 10's Raaarrrrr!!!!! x
  101. skinnyminny

    LL STARTERS IN JANUARY 2007

    Hi everyone I have had a really good day today, lots of positve comments form people who have not seen me for a while on how much weight I have lost, one person asked if I had been really ill, as I had lost alot of wwight (and she had not seen me in ages). That has given me a huge boost as I...
  102. skinnyminny

    At last!!

    oooh Fab weightlosspokerstar - did you do anything differently?
  103. skinnyminny

    Tootsie's Management Diary

    Feeling great thank Toots, I have got into a pair of 14's quite comfortably so am feeling really good about that. I called round at my friends last night as it was her birthday, have not seen her since before Christmas (long story) and she was knocked out over how much weight I had lost. I...
  104. skinnyminny

    Tootsie's Management Diary

    Hi Toots Glad you are back on - have really missed your posts. Well done for staying the same and I don't think your cheat was that bad - it was mothers day after all. Good luck with the job hunting!
  105. skinnyminny

    Progress pics

    Wow Yorkie - well done, you have lost just a little bit more than I have have and I struggle to see the difference in myself in the mirror (although I KNOW there is a difference - I cannot see it). Your pics have helped me see the difference the weight loss has made. Well done you, you are...
  106. skinnyminny

    Joolz's Management diary - Week 6

    wow joolz - great weight loss - what a huge difference - I'll bet you are sooooo proud of yourself - so inspiring!
  107. skinnyminny

    It started with a kiss..............

    Hi betty Hope its all going well, thought I would catch up with your thread this morning. I notice you are from Dublin - my favourite place in the world - I have family there as well as some fond memories of various weekends away ;) ;) Anyway keep us posted on your progress - quite...
  108. skinnyminny

    AJ's LL Management Journey!

    Hi AJ just been updating myself on your thread - how come you are at week 9 already???? God it seems like 2 mins ago I read that you were starting management. OMG - how quickly does time go by! Have you recieved anything form OU yet? I'll bet you can't wait to get started. You will soon be...
  109. skinnyminny

    LL STARTERS IN JANUARY 2007

    Oh no Pix - waht did you LLC say re the ketosis thing? TBH some of our group have NEVER got in to ketosis all the way through and their weight loss seems normal. I would not worry too much about the fact your weight loss has slowed - mine is weird like that too and am sure it will even out in...
  110. skinnyminny

    Was it for real or a nightmare

    Hi yes I had the same thing too, I had an afternoon nap early on in LL after cooking my familiy a sunday lunch - when I woke I was really angry with myself as I was CONVINCED I had eaten it too...... I had dreamt I had eaten it - very strange indeed. I have not had any dreams like that in...
  111. skinnyminny

    Im gonna show that b*tch!

    Good for you pix - you show her & let us know how it went x
  112. skinnyminny

    Joolz's Management diary - Week 6

    Well done joolz I think you have done really well. Good luck for the family dinner - but I am sure you will be fine x
  113. skinnyminny

    What is the most anyone has lost in the first 100 days?

    Hi Welcome to minimins, I think the average is about 3 stone but I have heard some people lose over 4 - so I think it does vary. I have lost 3 stone so far and have a month left in foundation. I am hoping to lose another 2 - 3 stone to get to goal (which I keep changing). My weight lossess have...
  114. skinnyminny

    LL STARTERS IN JANUARY 2007

    Well done kels that is fantastic weight loss - good for you!
  115. skinnyminny

    Tootsie's Management Diary

    Yeah I am feeling much more positve, long may it continue... I love the name Daniel cos you can shorten it to Dan & Danny & so is versatile as he grows up. It does seem quite a popular name at the moment there are loads of daniels in his nursery class!!!! I can't wait to hear all about the...
  116. skinnyminny

    Tootsie's Management Diary

    Ha ha ha ha - I swear to god we must be separated at birth or something, my hubby has to go along with my latest obsession - I moved house, left my old job and started a degree, all in the same week! Two months before we had not even thought about moving! He does have to keep pace with...
  117. skinnyminny

    Started LL Yesterday

    Hang on in there bumby - it gets easier. After a few days when you are in ketosis the physical hunger pangs will subside & then with councelling you will able to deal with the emotional hunger. Keep drinking that water - it is key to the success of the programme. Try setting yourself mini...
  118. skinnyminny

    Tootsie's Management Diary

    Wow Toots you know how to make changes don't you, new house, new job (soon) & new you! Are you moving far or staying in the same area? Good luck with it all. Your kebabs sounded yummy & I luuurrrrvveee Tzatzki mmmmmmmmmmmmm. I have never tried making my own though. You sound so positive...
  119. skinnyminny

    LL STARTERS IN JANUARY 2007

    Good morning everyone Feeling good today, did not manage to drink all my water yesturday but am making a very special effort to do it today. The weather has turned a but cold today, although it looks like a georgous spring morning but I hear snow is on the way Brrrrrrrr!!!!! I bought some...
  120. skinnyminny

    Anyone done an Open University Course?

    Hi AJ So glad you have decided to go for it - I can almost see the confidence you have in yourself and it's wonderful and a real inspiration. I have always been a confident person and through various personal issues which contributed to my weight gain it went into hiding - through LL I can...
  121. skinnyminny

    Just so hard.. need more help! (long..sorry)

    Well done on the loss Jan - what does oops mean?????? What have you been up to? x
  122. skinnyminny

    LL STARTERS IN JANUARY 2007

    Absolutely!!! I am finding it quite a struggle these last few weeks to be honest, but trying get back my focus and so hope I can see it through. Some days are ok & some days I do not think I can cope. Why do people think they have a right to voice their opinions on our business - it really...
  123. skinnyminny

    LL STARTERS IN JANUARY 2007

    Hi supermum We seem to be at the same stages, I am 5.3 and started at 14stone 4 - now 11 stone 4 hoping to get into the 10's next week. I like you am not too happy about having to do anymore than 14 weeks - but thinking of another 4 weeks in development and then into management. I (stupidly)...
  124. skinnyminny

    HELP!!! - Falling Off The Wagon

    Hi Snugs I am sorry you are going through such a hard time at the moment. Doing this programme can be so tough at times and dealing with life's ups & downs on top can increase the pressure 10 fold. What is important is that you have come on here to ask for help, so you have not given in...
  125. skinnyminny

    Just so hard.. need more help! (long..sorry)

    Hows you doing today Jan?
  126. skinnyminny

    Tootsie's Management Diary

    Wow Toots a huge well done - that is a great loss & is so very inspiring. I look forward to the next instalment of your diary....... Any news on the job front? x
  127. skinnyminny

    tonight was a night for a binge before LL

    Hi Anna well done for being strong & sticking to the plan - your weight loss is great I bet you are really pleased with yourself. x
  128. skinnyminny

    LL STARTERS IN JANUARY 2007

    Hi everyone Hope all is well with you all this morning. Today I am going to set myself some goals, need to get this weight loss moving & re-focus - feeling very positive & motivated (perhaps the 1/2 lb loss last night has given me a kick up the arse I need) I have been messing around with...
  129. skinnyminny

    Anyone done an Open University Course?

    Hi AJ I am currently doing a degree in Psychology with OU & I can highly recomend it. It is very supportive and flexible with the fact that you can study from home at times whihc suit you. It can be very demanding time wise and so it is no easy option, but great if you are balancing work...
  130. skinnyminny

    LL STARTERS IN JANUARY 2007

    Fantastic Cath, I bet your are so chuffed - keep up the good work!:D :D :D
  131. skinnyminny

    Just so hard.. need more help! (long..sorry)

    Hey Jan Don't be too hard on yourself - beating this is gonna take time, hopefully when you see a spcialist you will learn how to understand your problems and them overcome them - we wre all here for you hun, so please do not give up. Aim for small goals like getting through each day without...
  132. skinnyminny

    Very Happy - Just wanted to write it down !!!!

    Very well done - you must be so chuffed!
  133. skinnyminny

    LL STARTERS IN JANUARY 2007

    Hi everyone - not a happy bunny today - just back from weigh in & lost a measly 1/2 lb - very p****d off - although I have not been drinking enough water & having 2 bars per day so maybe I have myself to blame. I am going to get focused this week otherwise I will end up being in development...
  134. skinnyminny

    A London Meet?

    where do you live pix?
  135. skinnyminny

    Sizes Lost

    Hey Pix how are you doing - any job news?
  136. skinnyminny

    A London Meet?

    Hi this date should be ok with me, have put date in my diary - but will need to know in advance if still happening as need to book train ticket!!!!! We should all wear a pink carnation so we recognise each other lol. Oooooh soooo excited now! Looking forward to meeting everyone :D
  137. skinnyminny

    Tootsie's Management Diary

    Hey Toots Glad to see you still so positive, re the clothes thing, most ladies in our group bring clothes in each week & no-one is offended it is really good as at the rates people are losing no sooner have bought one size they are moving into another so it is saving people tonnes of cash in...
  138. skinnyminny

    5th Weigh-in tonight.....

    Hi everyone To answer AJ's q's - it is funny cos I have been wearing these size 16 trousers for a week or so and eveyone has said that they look too big & today I decided to try on a pair of 14's and they fit - I was amazed! So I am offically a 14 now, they are quite a comfortable fit too so...
  139. skinnyminny

    Oh My Goodness! I Cant Believe Im Going To Get My Kit Off!

    Go for it Pix, I think it is a fab idea - god if I were to do it I would need a great deal of airbrushing, my hubby would think he had stepped back in time!
  140. skinnyminny

    Just so hard.. need more help! (long..sorry)

    Hey Jan I agree with everything soon be slim has said. I also completely and utterly understand your issues.I have developed all sorts of eating disorders binging/vomiting one of them and I can't tell you how scared it has made me. Reading YOUR post gave ME the courage to talk to someone...
  141. skinnyminny

    I've messed up big time.

    Hey there I can only echo all the good advice that has already been said. The binge cycle is awful - I know I have been there - but you must get back on the wagon and tell yourself that you are in control & not the food. You can beat this. I have been there & so I understand it not that...
  142. skinnyminny

    Tootsie's Management Diary

    Wow thats great news Toots - fingers crossed it will all work out for you. Anyway you deserve to splash out a bit you have done amazing with the weight loss so why not. I have just handed in my notice and my boss was not too impressed but who cares am quite pleased I have done it, just hope...
  143. skinnyminny

    Tootsie's Management Diary

    Hey Toots Good luck with the job hunting babe, hope it all works out for you. Speak soon & take car x
  144. skinnyminny

    LL STARTERS IN JANUARY 2007

    Morning everyone Hope you are all well - doing much better this week, my head seems to be in a good place, which is a relief. It may be that the weather seems to be warming up & it is nice to get up in daylight and get home in daylight! I am however a bit concerned and do have a teensy...
  145. skinnyminny

    Tootsies before and after shots

    Me off to bed now too - my limit is usually 10pm & hubby got a glint in his eye ;) ;) :eek: :eek: Night All speak later x
  146. skinnyminny

    Tootsies before and after shots

    That is bloody weird!!!!! I have to say you have not had an easy time of it have you!!!:eek: :eek: I hope things will work out for you & your hubby sounds great. I firmly beleive in fate & everything happens for a reson (even though I have to remind myself of that during hard times) so...
  147. skinnyminny

    Tootsies before and after shots

    Thanks cath Really appreciate your support x
  148. skinnyminny

    Tootsies before and after shots

    Bloody weird if you ask me.... LOL Good luck with IVF - my friend has just got pregnant for the 2nd time on IVF so well pleased. I would like to start trying around the end of the year, I would like to experience a "slim" summer and xmas and then go for it. Hubby is not too bothered about...
  149. skinnyminny

    Sizes Lost

    Hi - I tink I must be a bit weird as I was a size 18 and probably 2 pizzas away from a 20 when I started LL. I have lost 3 stone and am just in a 14 & some makes I am a 16 - the people in my group cannot beleive it as they say I look much slimmer. :confused: :confused: At this rate I would...
  150. skinnyminny

    Tootsies before and after shots

    Hi cath, I was a building Society Manager for years before I had my son - when I went back after a year on maternity leave I had a really rotten time (long long long story) so I decided to work for an old contact as a sales manager, so it was in the same industry but a different type of job...
  151. skinnyminny

    Binge cycle - copied from other thread!

    Hey skinnyjan well done on the job - that should certainly give you a boost. Re the binge - it may be an option to have a word with your local overeaters anon about attending a meeting, as far as I know you do not have to have a referral from the GP & it may just give you that added bit of...
  152. skinnyminny

    Cooked for the 1st time.

    I have been OBSESSED with cooking for the family since day one, I have been trying out new healthy recipes and cooking all the time, I do not understand why, I could never be bothered before. It was really hard at first, but it does not bother me too much now. Although as time is getting on I...
  153. skinnyminny

    Tootsies before and after shots

    Thanks Cath How are you getting on?
  154. skinnyminny

    Tootsies before and after shots

    Hi, have had a good calm weekend did all the housework and spent some valuable time with my son. Hubby been working :sigh: but weather was not too bad today so could get outside & sort out the garden. We only moved here in October so not been able to plan what to do with the outside, it is...
  155. skinnyminny

    Tootsies before and after shots

    Hiya Toots, not sure how I did it myself, I just reduced them a bit & changed them to JPEG format & attached them - first time I have done that on here - quite proud of myself aswell & they are not even my pics!!!! Anyway how fab do you look!!! You look really familiar though how strange. I...
  156. skinnyminny

    Tootsies before and after shots

    Trying to be really clever now LOL!!! Anyways this is Toots before & after collection WOW - well done toos you look amazing :jelous:
  157. skinnyminny

    Tootsies before and after shots

    ps. sorry these are Toots before pics - not mine - I am much bigger !!!! (lol)
  158. skinnyminny

    Tootsies before and after shots

    Hope this has worked............
  159. skinnyminny

    Tootsie's Management Diary

    Hi Toots If you want send the pics to me & I will put try & put them on for you - just email them to me & I will have a go. x
  160. skinnyminny

    Tootsie's Management Diary

    Hi toots, not on here either x
  161. skinnyminny

    Tootsies before and after shots

    Hi Toots the before ones have not come through for some reason x
  162. skinnyminny

    I seem to be having a baking phase.

    I have been totally obsessed with cooking & cookery progs and recipes I have cooked some great looking meals & some have been a hit and some haven't. My hubby does not like to eat healthy:mad: but will have to get used to it! I always used the excuse that I did not have time to cook before -...
  163. skinnyminny

    My before and after photos

    Bloody Heall you look amazing - wow wow wow I am so motivated now thanks x
  164. skinnyminny

    Tootsie's Management Diary

    Hey Toots You look fab in your photo am sooo jelous of your skinny jeans!! :D :D It's nice to put a face to the name though, I will return the favour once I start management in about 8 weeks! Looking forward to hearing all about the spicy chicken (yum yum yum) x
  165. skinnyminny

    Sorry...its me again!!

    Hi sez Just logged on & caught your thread. I can totally empathize with you I have been having it really tough and my emotions are so up & down it's not true (read through my threads my life is like a soap opera!!!) It is part of the process so you are not alone. You can do this & we are...
  166. skinnyminny

    Question for people who have done maintenance

    Pix are you paying the full £66 even though you are not eatig the packs?
  167. skinnyminny

    Back to Foundation

    Good luck on foundation & getting the rest of your weight off. I am due to finish foundation in 4 weeks and will still have another 2 stone possibly to loose by then, planning to stay abstinence for another 4 weeks but not sure I will be able to - I don't think I will be ready for management...
  168. skinnyminny

    LL STARTERS IN JANUARY 2007

    Hi Sarah I don't think your extra bars will make much difference, I usually have 2 per day anyway. Well done on getting back on the wagon (so to speak) It is hard to get back once lapsed, but you have done it so well done. Heres to another successful abstinate week! xx
  169. skinnyminny

    counsellors can be mean!!!!

    Hi agree with you Pix For some of us this process is a highly emotive experience and one where the support form our LLC is crucial to our success - that is what we payfor after all. To break a confidence and trust in such a public way in my opinion is unacceptable. I do not believe any...
  170. skinnyminny

    LL STARTERS IN JANUARY 2007

    Hey Toots Feeling much better about things overall, still struggling with packs so managed to get extra bars so that at least I am getting enough "food" each day. I am ashamed to say I was surviving on 125 cals per day. I have made enquiries for 1 2 1 counselling so hoping that will help...
  171. skinnyminny

    Tootsie's Management Diary

    Hi toots Just take one step at a time, you are going to win this one I just know it. You are already thinking about it and that is a huge step, you are trying to understand your thoughts and feelings by using the advice you gained during foundation. You are a HUGE inspiration to us all...
  172. skinnyminny

    massive binge. feel sick. hate myself.

    Hi Sal Don't beat yourself up about it, fresh day fresh start. This is going to have it's tough moments and you will get through it, the support on here is great so we will all help you through it - we are all in the same boat. Good luck for today x
  173. skinnyminny

    Joolz's Management diary - Week 6

    Hey Joolz What an exciting time for you but I can understand the dread too. You have done so well so far so I am sure with your focus & determination you will succeed with management. Good luck & make sure you keep us posted - I love reading AJ's posts and now yours will be further insight...
  174. skinnyminny

    LL STARTERS IN JANUARY 2007

    Hey Kels Well done that is a fantastic result!
  175. skinnyminny

    LL STARTERS IN JANUARY 2007

    Hey Toots Well done on starting management you lucky thing :jelous: you will be fine, I know it, you seem so focused and level headed. It must feel great to be happy with your size, but you have done so well, you go girl! Any news on the job situation? Take care & thank you for all YOUR...
  176. skinnyminny

    Ideas for Treats?

    Well I have promised mysled that I am not goung to buy new clothes until I reach goal - cos I am shrinking so fast nothing would fit me in a few weeks :D :D I have however put together my list of treats to myself..... 2 stone off - Tanning session 3 stone off - Teeth whitened 4 stone off -...
  177. skinnyminny

    Feel Like I Am Climbing A Mountain

    Hi guys, first of all thank you so much for all your support. Well I went to wiegh in last night with every intention of speaking to LLC & possibly giving it all up for a while. When I got there there was no opportunity to talk to her as another lady was doing the weigh ins and so there was...
  178. skinnyminny

    LL STARTERS IN JANUARY 2007

    Hi guys just a quick update this morning, lost 2lbs as predicted. So a total of 3 stone in 9 weeks so quite pleased really. Speak soon x
  179. skinnyminny

    Feel Like I Am Climbing A Mountain

    Thanks Toots, I hope all works out well with you & the job situation. I am in despair with it all at the moment to be honest, but I do think you & everyone is right regarding uncovering the real issues/problems I have. I am going to have a chat with LLC tonight & see what she thinks...
  180. skinnyminny

    Feel Like I Am Climbing A Mountain

    Hey Pix How you doing?
  181. skinnyminny

    Feel Like I Am Climbing A Mountain

    Dizzy/Vorlina Thank you sooooo much, your comments have really moved me.:cry: I think for me my LLC lacks confidence & experience & one thing she has said is that she is not allowed to counsel anyone on a one 2 one basis, this I find a frustrating as sometimes I am not ready to share my...
  182. skinnyminny

    Feel Like I Am Climbing A Mountain

    Oh babes would never think that..... you have a lot more on your mind than my issues - but thanks for thinking of me anyway. Hope all goes well with your meeting :hug99: Speak later x
  183. skinnyminny

    Feel Like I Am Climbing A Mountain

    Hi guys Does anyone else feel like they are climbing a huge mountain at the moment and struggling to get further - that is how I feel this week - well over the last few weeks. I am trying to work out why I am feeling like this as I should be looking towards the end - I am more than 1/2 way...
  184. skinnyminny

    LL STARTERS IN JANUARY 2007

    Wow mindless - great loss, you guys have everything easier :p :p (only kidding) Seriously though you are doing great - keep it going x
  185. skinnyminny

    week 5

    Well Done - great loss its is so motivating to see the scales & inches come down x
  186. skinnyminny

    the personal trainer on the DVDs cracks me up!

    I totally agree looks far too waxed for my liking x
  187. skinnyminny

    loose flap of flab on my stomach...

    Hi My flab is getting more flabbier & looser (if that makes any sense) I am hoping it will shrink the more weight I lose, but my boobs & stomach are the worse, I think my arms & legs may tone up a bit but not sure if my tummy will loose that flab. :eek: :eek: I have been using bio oil and...
  188. skinnyminny

    A London Meet?

    Any more developments on this?
  189. skinnyminny

    God this is so hard and Im only on week 2!

    Hey Lana Not seen you around for a few days (or may be missing your posts) How are you doing? x
  190. skinnyminny

    Carb Cravings week before TOTM

    Hi Sal I def get those carb cravings around TOTM - to be honest it just dawned on me the pattern had not made the link before. x
  191. skinnyminny

    OMG!

    Hey Pix Well done on the weight loss - are you still not eating the packs - I only ask cos I am still struggling and this week have only managed 1/2 pack & all my bars - I am actually being sick now :eek: :eek: . I do not feel unwell and am not really hungry but a bit miffed as I cannot get...
  192. skinnyminny

    Has anyone experienced bad TOTM whilst on LL?

    Hi I have notice that my cycle is totally out since starting LL - I am usually fairly regular but last few months have been later & later. However I usually suffer very badly with pain during this time & it has eased quite a bit since LL. My mood swings however are another matter I am...
  193. skinnyminny

    Does LL totally consume your thoughts?

    I am on week 9 of LL & still obsessed with minimins and anything LL. I think the support on here is fantastic & I feel like I have made a lot of new friends. I don't get any work done though and my hubby gets annoyed with me so am trying to ween myself off gradually and resolve to only go on...
  194. skinnyminny

    the personal trainer on the DVDs cracks me up!

    The whole of our group has a laugh when he comes on the DVD - I have not watched mine at all to be honest & I prefer to do my own thing - I have managed to walk/run twice this week and was going out last night but it was far to windy & rainy. I do feel so much better when I have been out on...
  195. skinnyminny

    Roll Up Roll Up! Predict Your Weight Loss Here!

    I predict 2lbs this week as I feel quite bloated (TOTM) and I weighed myself this morning and the scales have not moved much since last week :eek: will be happy with a loss whatever it is - 2lbs will mean I will have hit 3stone in 9 weeks so I will be happy for at least that x
  196. skinnyminny

    LL HAS GIVEN ME BACK A LIFE

    Thank you sooooooooo much, you don't know how good that has made me feel as am struggling a bit at the moment. Thanks for your inspirational post. Good luck for management - although you sound like you will be fine x
  197. skinnyminny

    LL STARTERS IN JANUARY 2007

    Hi Toots I hope the London thing happens too, I can't wait to put faces to names, I feel I know everyone so well already, it seems weird to think we have never even met! Re. the job thing - everything happens for a reason & maybe you are right it will give you the push to do pursue to LLC...
  198. skinnyminny

    LL STARTERS IN JANUARY 2007

    Good morning everyone Well another weekend done, I have to say it is getting tougher the closer it gets to the end of foundation. Saturday was a lovely spring day and I really enjoyed getting outdoors and tidying up the garden ready for summer & playing football with my son. Sunday...
  199. skinnyminny

    Ketosis - how long does it take?

    Hi Katie Ketosis usually takes 3 or 4 days, the achy feeling you had in your joints may be a sign I seem to remeber my body ached all over. Not everyone gets the same symptoms so it is difficult to gauge. When do you have a pop in that will usually tell you how you are doing. Well done...
  200. skinnyminny

    LL STARTERS IN JANUARY 2007

    Hi Katie stats updated (I think) not as good as Toots with this - but hopefully it will be ok. Tootsie Start Date - 4th Jan 2007 Start Weight - 13st 3.5lbs Current weight - 10.st 13.5lbs Goal Weight - 10 stone Total-37.5lbs in 8weeks Now or Never Start Date - 28th December 2006 Start Weight...
  201. skinnyminny

    LL STARTERS IN JANUARY 2007

    Hi Toots/everyone Sorry just seen your post & it has been updated! well done on another great loss I have updated both our stats, hope everyone elses is correct. Speak soon x Tootsie Start Date - 4th Jan 2007 Start Weight - 13st 3.5lbs Current weight - 10.st 13.5lbs Goal Weight - 10...
  202. skinnyminny

    Pregnancy without the pounds !!

    Congrats on your fab news. I put on 5 stone whilst pregnant with my first (son) and now trying to get it off before I try to get pregnant again, so your forum will help me loads then - so keep on posting! I think for me I used pregnancy as an excuse to eat whatever I wanted, I had also...
  203. skinnyminny

    LL STARTERS IN JANUARY 2007

    HI supermum Well done on your fantastic loss this week. It is great when you break a stone barrier - I was the same when I hit the 11's....... now for the 10's.:D x
  204. skinnyminny

    Quite low

    Good luck on your weigh in - remember we will be here to support you if you need it. Take Care x
  205. skinnyminny

    LL STARTERS IN JANUARY 2007

    Hi everyone Lost about 4lb this week - well I say that it was 3 3/4 & as I have generally rounded down in previous weeks thought I would call it a straight 4 to even things out. I have lost just over 40 lbs in 8 weeks whihc I am really please about. Next week aiming for the 2lb to get to...
  206. skinnyminny

    LL STARTERS IN JANUARY 2007

    Hi everyone Lost about 4lb this week - well I say that it was 3 3/4 & as I have generally rounded down in previous weeks thought I would call it a straight 4 to even things out. I have lost just over 40 lbs in 8 weeks whihc I am really please about. Next week aiming for the 2lb to get to...
  207. skinnyminny

    shoe size

    oooh glad someone has mentioned this, I have noticed this too - I though perhaps my foot was getting narrower (??) rather than shorter - but shoes definately looser than before. strange!
  208. skinnyminny

    Who goes to the gym?

    I too would like to start to go back to the gym (I say back have not been for over a year) but some people on my group who go do not seem to lose as much weight as they did if they hadn't. Unsure what to do, I would like to start getting fitter & tone as I am losing the weight but not if it...
  209. skinnyminny

    Xenical Need Help!!!

    Hi I have been on every pill imaginable to lose weight, xenical, reductil, & various other herbal preparations as well as some dodgy speed type drug which I had to go to see a "dr" for and pay alot of money for. I did not lose weight with any - infact I put it on, I was severely depressed and...
  210. skinnyminny

    Week 2 Weigh In

    Great loss - well done - keep it going! x
  211. skinnyminny

    Roll Up Roll Up! Predict Your Weight Loss Here!

    Hi I will predict another 4 off tonight - I really really want 6 off but I have no chance (that would make a total of 3 stone in 8 weeks raaarrrr) But that will have to be next weeks. Good luck everyone x
  212. skinnyminny

    LL STARTERS IN JANUARY 2007

    Hi welcome to the "family" You are more than welcome to join in & I hope you get all the support you need, we have similar amounts to lose (if my maths are right). How are you finding it so far? This site is great for insiration & support when having bad moments (had my fair share) and I...
  213. skinnyminny

    A London Meet?

    Hi that date seems ok to me, but would need to know more details on where we are meeting etc.. and what time as I could tag on a meeting with some friends who live in London so I can make a weekend of it & not rush back. Also may or may not be ssing still (depends on progress) so a "non food"...
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    LL STARTERS IN JANUARY 2007

    :D :D Hi toots:D :D Feeling great today! I think I may have lost the 4lbs or just about - would really really like to lose 6lbs though as this will make it a nice round 3 stone :D :D in total, but realistically I do not think I will. Any loss is great in my book though as in other diets I...
  215. skinnyminny

    FOOD DUMP !!!!

    KFC - juicy fried chicken pieces with chips beans & coleslaw & washed down with an ice cold pepsi PHHHHHHEEEEEEEEEEEEWWWWWWWWWW!!!! I feel better for having dumped (so to speak) x
  216. skinnyminny

    Hips..

    Hi It's funny cos I had forgotten what my shape was it has been "barrell" for so long LOL. As I am losing weight I have notices that the top half seems to be loking slimmer than everywhere else - I do have big, tum, bum & thights, but can feel my hip bone now and have not been able to do...
  217. skinnyminny

    God this is so hard and Im only on week 2!

    Hey Lana How are you doing today?
  218. skinnyminny

    LL meeting tomorro

    WOW 8lbs off is fantastic - well done!
  219. skinnyminny

    LL STARTERS IN JANUARY 2007

    Hi Everyone Well exam last night was not so bad,surprised at how much I knew about marxist feminism when I got going LOL. Anyway weigh in tonight, secretly hoping for 4lbs off - so fingers crossed - would really love to make it to 6lbs as this would mean I have lost 3 stone in total, but...
  220. skinnyminny

    AJ's LL Management Journey!

    Oh fantastic AJ really really pleased for you! What a huge achievement, you must be so proud of yourself. I wish I was as strong & controlled as you, I have getting worse wobbles then before!! LOL at your weird dreams!!!!!! Thanks for the parenting advice - I think I will def need it, 2 yr...
  221. skinnyminny

    Hey im new...

    Hi Amy Well done on your weight loss - it's great. Welcome to the familiy remember we are all here to support your whenever you need it. Loadsa Love x
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    Thank you all...

    Good luck, this diet is life changing - I agree with starting a diary thread, wished I had now, may still start one if I get chance but seems silly half way through. Anyway, you will do great & remember we are all here to share support whenever you need it. x
  223. skinnyminny

    Is anyone 10stone or under?i need help!

    Oh thanks for that - I was begining to worry, that makes sense now. x
  224. skinnyminny

    OMG!

    My Hubby is slim & eats like a pig, I will coik a large dinner for him & 10 mins later he is munching and basically eats loads of crap - yet he has always been the same weight. He is always tired though and looks exhausted all the time & despite me telling him it is down to his poor diet he...
  225. skinnyminny

    A London Meet?

    After Easter much better for me - but will try & fit in with the massess if I can x
  226. skinnyminny

    OMG!

    Hey Pix Hows it gpoing any news on the job front?
  227. skinnyminny

    Is anyone 10stone or under?i need help!

    Hi I have been reading the comments and I have to say I am a bit confused or I may have got the wrong end of the stick. My goal weight is approx 8-81/2 stone whihc is at the lower end of my healthy BMI. At the end of my 100 days I should (if all goes well) reach 9st 10 as I had a start...
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    Two major goals reached this morning and feeling good!!

    Wow Incredible results, you must be really proud of yourself - well done x
  229. skinnyminny

    AJ's LL Management Journey!

    Thanks again AJ, brilliant post, not only am I getting a valuable insight into management I am also learning valuable parenting skills for when my Darling 2 year old becomes a teenager :eek: :eek: :eek: :eek: It does make me giggle, although I am not sure that is your intention, it reminds me...
  230. skinnyminny

    Losing a big tummy?!

    I agree I think it depends on the individual, but I notice with me that the first place to for it to go on is the last place for it to shift - if that makes sense. x
  231. skinnyminny

    A London Meet?

    Hi Mike I assume this is still on the cards, I don't live local but it takes about an hour 1/2 to get to London by train & I would love to put faces to names & meet up with all you fantastic people, so count me in - although April is a difficult one as I go away for Easter, so as long as it is...
  232. skinnyminny

    LL STARTERS IN JANUARY 2007

    Hi Elsa Well done on the weight loss - fantastic result. My weigh in tomorrow hoping its a good one!! x
  233. skinnyminny

    LL STARTERS IN JANUARY 2007

    I know I know I know - I am sooo bored with it now & cannot concentrare :( :( :( :( x
  234. skinnyminny

    LL STARTERS IN JANUARY 2007

    Hi there & welcome This is such a great site & you of course welcome to join as you will have already found out the support here is fab, I was obsessed with this site in the first few weeks. Good luck with your journey, it is great seeing the weight come off isn't it. Long may it continue! x
  235. skinnyminny

    LL STARTERS IN JANUARY 2007

    Hi Slim Don't feel too bad 1lb off is in the right direction & if it is TOTM that will also have an effect. I know it is a bit annoying when the scales don't seem to make sense - if you do not eat anything then it is simple maths - you simply have to lose weight!!! Why the scales do not...
  236. skinnyminny

    LL STARTERS IN JANUARY 2007

    Hi everyone Hope you are all well, I am a bit stressed today, have an exam later for my Psych degree and my mind is a total blank! I cannot concentrate and all I can think of (yes you guessed it) FOOD!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Although not in the obsessive out of control way of last week (going to...
  237. skinnyminny

    I hate myself now...

    Hi Jan Don't hate yourself hun, am glad you are feeling better today though. A girl in our group had a really awful week & binged all week & still came back to get back on programme, I probably would've given up. It is not easy to break your relationship with food, it will not happen...
  238. skinnyminny

    God this is so hard and Im only on week 2!

    Hey Lana Hang on in there! On Sundays come onto the site so you can get some support if feeling tempted. I always find weekends hard, probably cos I have no proper routine and have to make more meals for the family and if I go out am tempted by all the nice food in cafes & restaurants...
  239. skinnyminny

    LL STARTERS IN JANUARY 2007

    Good morning everyone Hope you hada good weekend. I am pleased to report that I made it through this weekend ok - weekends seem to be my worst times. However sat at work at the moment (we are next door to a sandwich shop) and the smell of bacon is almost too much to bear - makes me want...
  240. skinnyminny

    Advice Needed!

    Oh Pix I am so sorry to hear that, but do not lapse just focus on something else. Fingers crossed everything works out job wise :hug99: x
  241. skinnyminny

    Advice Needed!

    Hi Lana Much much much better ow, lost another 4lbs this week so now lost just over 2 1/2 stone in 7 weeks whihc I am so pleased about. Now passed the half way mark am looking forward to counting down to managment. Hopefully will have learned to control & understand my bingeing by then lol. x
  242. skinnyminny

    Clothes - or lack of them

    Hi Vorlina I am having the same problem, luckily though I alrrady have a stash of too small clothes from my origingal skinnyminny days, although I am not sure if they are still wearable! I am wearing a pair of trousers today which look totally ridiculous as they are far too big, but does...
  243. skinnyminny

    Struggling - I need help - please help

    Hi hope you ok Our LLC mentioned it right at the start, but we do have to pay for missed weeks aswell. I don't think anyone has actually missed a week yet though, they all tend to come in another day to get weighed & collect packs if they can't make it for the actual session. Not sure how...
  244. skinnyminny

    had my consultation tonight

    ooohh very excited for you. I would love a tummy tuck & boob job, I am going to have another baby after lost all my weight & then start saving. I am worried about scars thoug, did they tell you what type of scarring you would have?
  245. skinnyminny

    Started LL Last Night!

    Hi Well done for joining, the support on here is fantastic it will really help tou on your weight loss journey. You need to cut & paste yur ticker into your signature, save it & it will appear each time you post. Hope that helps. x
  246. skinnyminny

    Advice Needed!

    Hi Lana How are yu doing today?
  247. skinnyminny

    Roll Up Roll Up! Predict Your Weight Loss Here!

    Hi lost 4lbs this week, whihc seems to be the norm. So I predict another 4 for next week, although secretly would like 6lbs as this would mean a total loss of 3 stone - but I cannot see it happening to be honest. x
  248. skinnyminny

    AJ's LL Management Journey!

    "No more will I 'give in' to these thoughts - they are destructive to me and will ultimately lead tobed habits returning and weight gain" "Bed Habits" AJ?? Is this a freudian slip given your recent bedtime activities?? :D :D :D Anyways, loving your posts, you are such an inspiration I...
  249. skinnyminny

    LL STARTERS IN JANUARY 2007

    FEELING MUCH BETTER :D Hi Guys Phew! feeling much much beter today, even better since my wiegh in 4lbs off!! (4lbs seems to be my thing!) Glad to get the week over with, as not been too good, most people in our group had difficult weeks so there must be something in the air & I got alot of...
  250. skinnyminny

    FELLING LOW & NEED TO EAT

    getting better Hi toots/Pix First of all thank you both sooooo much for every kind & supportive word I really really appreciate it. Toots you are going to make a fantastic LLC - I wish you were mine & Pix you are going to be a great dr. Well today seems a bit brighter, after leaving work...
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