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  1. RaeB

    LCD and VLCD

    My sheet says slimmed milk rather than skimmed milk, an interesting typo! So don't be surprised at a typo elsewhere.
  2. RaeB

    Another Newbie!

    Welcome Anna, you and hubby are doing fantastically well. Your post was great timing as my other half woke up yesterday and announced he was going to do SnS as well. There aren't many guys on here, so it was great inspiration to hear about your hubby.
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    You know youve lost weight when...

    When your necklaces get longer...I never knew my neck was that fat!
  4. RaeB

    Pampering and preening

    The weather has been lovely down on the South Coast this week and promises to continue. So today the sun dresses came out of the wardrobe and I've exfoliated, defurred, scrubbed, moisturised, plucked, fake tanned, curled, manicured and pedicured in preparation....last year I hid and wondered...
  5. RaeB

    Meal Advice

    I think the meals are nice, but it's down to personal preference at the end of the day. The portion sizes are plenty if you're in ketosis. Your best bet would be to order some meal samples from the Slim and Save website and give them a try yourself. That way you'll know what you like when you...
  6. RaeB

    Cappuccino with skimmed milk?

    Because I don't use the milk quota, I've never considered this. What a great idea for a treat!
  7. RaeB

    74lb now Lost! 7lb more to be in the 12st's :)

    We'll all raise a glass of fizz (water) for you when thescales show that change to 12 something. Fantastic achievement so far, very inspirational. You must be feeling fabulous.
  8. RaeB

    Newbie

    Best of luck to you both, it will be great having each other there for support and we're always here for you too.
  9. RaeB

    reallllyyyy flippingggg hungryyyy

    Either remove the food, or remove yourself from the temptation. Get in the bath, paint your nails, take a walk, put a film on...just don't give in. You can do this, you really can. Focus on weigh day. The food will be there later, tomorrow, next week, next year. This weigh in will only happen...
  10. RaeB

    Anyone having problems with S&S service? - update - faith restored!

    Glad to hear it's all sorted. My order for mushroom pasta was less than 24 hrs from internet page to filling my face!
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    Mushroom pasta

    I was lucky as it was on the website when I ordered yesterday and it arrived at 11.30 this morning. It's more fiddly to 'cook'. You need to put cold water in, microwave for 90 seconds, whisk, microwave again for 90 seconds and then wait 2-3 mins before eating. I added more mushrooms and black...
  12. RaeB

    You know youve lost weight when...

    When you like having your photo taken! I was at a press launch day yesterday and posed in a 1930s car...actually I posed all over the place having my photo taken by the motoring press whilst dressed as a WW2 WAAF. 3 months ago, I was the member of the group hiding at the back. What a...
  13. RaeB

    The Overweight Patient - Book

    Great, I just registered an Amazon gift card and downloaded the book in under 2 mins. Early night tonight to make a start on it. Thanks for the heads up ladies.
  14. RaeB

    3 packs plus protein & veg

    Whilst it's not following SnS 'rules' I'm on 3 packs plus veg and protein and sometimes miss both out protein or often I miss the veg out or of course I scoff the lot and look round for more. I justify it to myself by saying I don't want my body to get complacent and expect the same thing...
  15. RaeB

    Will someone give me a telling off please?

    If you pick all the time, chances are that you won't be in ketosis, therefore you'll be hungry. It's a vicious circle. So give yourself a chance, STOP PICKING for a week then look at the results on the scales. Others will be along shortly to give you a kick up the bum. Well done for posting...
  16. RaeB

    Am i going mad!!??

    The dress sounds very exciting, I'd have got it as well (and would spend the next year wearing it round the house when OH goes out). I like your option of being able to shop for another one at a later date too.
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    Who actually follows the 'ideal weight guide'??

    I'm going to see how I feel, look and how my clothes fit and when I'm happy with that, then I'll go to maintenance. Much less pressure!
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    Lessons from weekend

    Thanks ladies, the sooner I get back into ketosis the better. Luckily I'm doing something food free and distracting for the next couple of days, so the positive mental attitude will continue. Expect to see me on cupcake's emergency help thread when I hit the tough spot getting back into it!
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    The Overweight Patient - Book

    Thanks Weasey, I think I'll take a look at this myself. Reading about it from another viewpoint could be very interesting.
  20. RaeB

    Lessons from weekend

    I had a planned weekend off, so no guilt because I was in control (back on the wagon today). Contrary to my obviously low expectations of myself, I didn't pig out. I had carbs with lunch on Saturday because I knew I'd be drinking, but I only managed to eat a third of the amount I'd normally...
  21. RaeB

    What's going on?

    He he...you've made me giggle at that!
  22. RaeB

    Impatient

    I understand your frustration when you want to get started as you feel you could be a few days ahead. The weight will drop off soon enough. Are you doing anything in preparation in the meantime to help you slide into ketosis?
  23. RaeB

    Macaroni Cheese???

    I can't wait for my next order, might have to go the sample route so I'm not missing out.
  24. RaeB

    Excessive sleeping

    It is odd, especially as I slept pretty badly before. I am enjoying it though :)
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    What's going on?

    That's our choice, you're quite correct. I must admit that I don't respond to every thread when the question is similar, I just hope that the person asking is also reading the other posts. I think you feel we're having a dig, but we're not. Just agreeing that it makes sense to be more...
  26. RaeB

    What's going on?

    As moderator, I think Starlight probably has to read all 4!
  27. RaeB

    Excessive sleeping

    My sleep patterns were broken to begin with, but after about 3 weeks, I got my 'ketosis' sleep (well that's what I call it). It's as though I'm unconscious or under anaesthetic. Totally gone, deep, deep sleep all night until the alarm. I do still get tired in the evening. It's great, although I...
  28. RaeB

    What's going on?

    I have recommended that on a couple of threads Phoenix, it's really good information. It's not that I'm being unhelpful, but there is so much info that already exists here. There are some very good questions that come up as well which is really helpful for many people. It's a great forum and...
  29. RaeB

    Disappearing for a few days off...... (I WILL be back- AND I AM!!!)

    Hope you have a lovely weekend and we'll see you back here on Tuesday to get back to it. You know you can and we're all here to support you if you need it.
  30. RaeB

    Looking different

    Weasey, it sounds as though you had fun. I bet they were talking to you thinking that thay knew you from somewhere but couldn't place you as the image they had in their head didn't match the person in front. Great to mess with peoples minds for a couple of hours!
  31. RaeB

    What's going on?

    It's a good idea to merge them i'm finding it tough keeping up with questions that are being answered elsewhere. it's great that it's busy, even I've seen a difference since christmas time when I started. That's my first bit of advice for newbies, spend a couple of hours reading everyone elses...
  32. RaeB

    Advice required...

    All sound advice and I can't add anything more. I just wanted to say good luck with the date, have fun.
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    Looking different

    I've changed my hair colour from almost black to blonde and this is what people comment about! "Ooh I didn't recognise you (I wait for the lovely comment about weight loss...) with your hair that colour, it suits you". ;)
  34. RaeB

    You know youve lost weight when...

    When you find your spine...I've often wondered what kept my head in place!
  35. RaeB

    Does anybody mix & match between brands?

    People do mix and match, personally I'm SnS all the way. It does make sense if you are planning to change over and you have packs left over to use. As mentioned above, make sure you're complying with maximum number of bars. I think the most important this is that you must ensure that you are...
  36. RaeB

    Please help!

    Well done you for getting through such a tough day. Early night tonight and when you wake you'll be really pleased with your strength today.
  37. RaeB

    Ketogenic Enteral Nutrition Diet

    But if you're at the stage where you're considering surgery, this would seem a much more attractive option surely. Plus it's cheaper. Less risks. You could take 10 days annual leave and not leave the house and come out lighter and feeling better. (I guess I'm playing devils advocate here a bit)...
  38. RaeB

    Can you have 2 of the 'meals' a day?

    You could have 4 meals a day if you wanted to. It's only bars and wafers that are restricted.
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    Ketogenic Enteral Nutrition Diet

    Ketogenic Enteral Nutrition diet: NHS specialist recommends being fed on a drip to lose weight | Mail Online This reading makes VLCDs a walk in the park, especially SnS. I'm off for my cottage pie lunch!
  40. RaeB

    ILL and vlcd

    Hope you feel better soon.
  41. RaeB

    Slim ans save, advise pls

    You certainly can, good isn't it ;-)
  42. RaeB

    My productive morning

    Deezer, keep trying stuff on. I've missed out on a few items because I didn't and now they're too big. Also I love that feeling going from it doesn't quite fit, it's tight, it's comfortable, it's loose...oh, it's too big!
  43. RaeB

    Slim ans save, advise pls

    Welcome to the SnS forum. The best advice is to take a look at the Frequently Asked Questions thread, stickied at the top. That will give a good understanding and then we can help with any specific questions you have.
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    You know youve lost weight when...

    You look in the mirror and you can see that turkey neck appearing, but you don't care because you've just managed to zip up a pair of knee high boots...with jeans tucked in.
  45. RaeB

    Sticking my head round the door

    It's good to have you here (officially!). You always have so much good advice for us, you're most welcome.
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    My productive morning

    Leggings are good to see you through and I really recommend M&S jeggings. Wear with long tops when you buy them (too small) as they stretch a lot. Go down a couple of sizes and they'll look like skinny jeans and won't be as tight. I've been able to wear knee high boots with them as there isn't...
  47. RaeB

    You know youve lost weight when...

    You realise that you haven't worn your OHs rugby shirt for weeks now...you remember, the big one that you used to love hiding in.
  48. RaeB

    My productive morning

    Thanks Ladies, a great idea for those inbetween clothes.
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    My productive morning

    I spent a couple of hours going through all my clothes and trying them on. The good news is that I fit into much more than I thought I would (think I've been in denial about how much I've lost). The bad news is that my favourite wide leg, cream Coast trousers are too big to wear. I always...
  50. RaeB

    Day one...

    Poor you. I always think that those initial side effects are a good sign (quite comforting if you've been on a vlcd before). Wrap up warm and good luck for the next few days.
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    You know youve lost weight when...

    The guys at the coffee machine at work chat to you now, whereas before they barely glanced at you.
  52. RaeB

    You know youve lost weight when...

    When you put your jeans on thinking they're baggy coz you've worn them a couple of times, only to realise they've come straight out of the clean washing pile!
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    Why are you doing this?

    I have a great life, I want to enjoy it rather than being constantly obsessed about my weight. I go to fantastic places where I should be recording my life experiences with photos, not hiding from them. To be the confident, cheery, anxiety free person that I can be, not all tied up with...
  54. RaeB

    Really worried

    I have the implant, had depo injections for years before that and yes I had a period 1 week in to this and it lasted for a while. However, I stuck with it because frankly I can get over a few days of period pain rather than continuing to be fat and come up with excuses to remain so. That's just...
  55. RaeB

    5st Lost, 5st Lost, 5st Lost! I really cant believe it

    Sounds as though he wants to keep you fat and at home with the kids....then nobody else will find you attractive and you'll always be there for him when comes back on shore. It's more his problem than yours hun and I like your 10 year plan! God I sound like a man hater!
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    5st Lost, 5st Lost, 5st Lost! I really cant believe it

    That's a fantastic achievement, well done to you for sticking at it. It will take longer for your mind to catch up with your weight loss, so don't worry about that at the moment, just celebrate what you've achieved.
  57. RaeB

    Starving and irritable

    Bath and the bed! I was in by 9.00 every day for the first 3 weeks because I was knackered and grumpy. It will get better, I promise, but you have to stick with it.
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    Yaaaay :):):)

    I'm being a bit odd in that I very rarely weigh myself. I've lost over 2 stone but haven't weighed for a couple of weeks. Been on SnS, mixing 3 packs with veg and/or protein when I feel like it. Had 1 evening off, but straight back on the wagon. I'm really enjoying the flexibility, I can go out...
  59. RaeB

    Yaaaay :):):)

    Well done for getting through the first few days, it's really important to keep that first weigh in at the front of your mind. I started on 1st Jan and am feeling so good at the moment. Not at goal yet, but can really feel the difference, looking pretty good in smaller clothes and people are...
  60. RaeB

    Irrational reaction to certain foods

    I realise you probably think I'm quite mad, but since I've been on SnS I've noticed that I get particularly anxious and even angry about one type of food - crisps! I had to leave my desk today and walk round the car park when my colleague noisily starting chomping and rustling his crisp packet...
  61. RaeB

    Hungry!!!!

    Glad to hear that you survived the afternoon. Good luck with the, er, other!
  62. RaeB

    Kinda fancy myself...

    What a fantastic way to feel, shows how much confidence you're building on the weight loss journey. Even better, hubby feels the same about you. You go girl!
  63. RaeB

    Overweight bmi

    What a fantastic achievement, well done.
  64. RaeB

    Totally off top but you're my pals!!

    The shoes and dress sound lovely and you will be full of confidence wearing lovely new things. Hope you have a great time.
  65. RaeB

    Ate out today :-)

    Well done for making the right choice. I went to Zizzi last night whilst away on a business trip. I had a chicken breast and green beans and managed to ignore the rest of the carb loaded menu and cheesy garlic bread on the table. It didn't make slightest difference to me and the other ladies...
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    New Flavours on the way!!

    I just did a huge order which will last for 46 days...rats! Oh well, I shall also be ordering some samples, they sound great.
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    Very successful shopping trip - yay!

    I popped in to M&S earlier and got one of their pencil skirts with built in support, added a blouse, high heels, red patent belt and tootled off to show my OH waiting patiently outside the changing room....his response was just one word....WOW! Needless to say i rushed off to pay for the entire...
  68. RaeB

    :-((((

    Bad luck. They do sell samples so you can try before you buy in bulk, perhaps that's the way to go so you can find something you like. I'm sure they'll be fine if you speak to them. I've never found a pack rancid, there are some I don't like of course and they won't appear on my list again...
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    Well it's official me and my OH have started this morning!!!

    Good luck to you both, how lovely to share your journey with your other half. Be nice to each other in the tough moments and be the strong one for your OH when/if the willpower wobbles and vice versa.
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    I've gone quite mad!

    I got on the clothes horse in the spare room....sorry, the cross trainer in the spare room and stuck at it for 30 mins. What's gone wrong with me. Where are all my excuses about 4 hours commuting on top of a full day at work? Not enough time. Have to put the washing on (I did that as well...
  71. RaeB

    I'm a big fat failure

    Hopefully a good nights sleep and you'll have everything in perspective in the morning. You're doing brilliantly, get yourself back in the zone asap.
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    Odd comments from friend and OH

    I know we've discussed this previously but here is my story. A couple of years ago, I managed to get to goal with lighter life. I was barely touching the top BMI (I carry my weight well!) and was a healthy looking size 12. So back again (but that's another story) and have lost c.21lbs since...
  73. RaeB

    Best Alcohol

    Phoenix you can spend your £16 saved on the taxi fare on smaller clothes!
  74. RaeB

    NSV's - Non Scale Victories

    I have certain clothes I wear for work only, including 2 dresses. OH said to me this morning that my dresses now do nothing for me as they are so loose that I should just bin them! I put a nice wide waist cinching belt on which will keep them going for another week or two....yes, I have found...
  75. RaeB

    Starting today!

    Good luck everyone. I won't pretend that the first week is easy, but come here for support, stick with it and take it one day or even one hour at a time. I spent my first 2 weeks in bed by 9.00 every day, but it got me through! 17.5lbs in 29 days for me, it does work and you are all going to...
  76. RaeB

    What do you order?

    I'm going to order chilli, spag bol, cottage pie, porridge and truffa bars next time. Perhaps it's because it's winter, but I just don't fancy the shakes and the truffa bar is very sweet, so I don't need additional sweetness.
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    size or weight?

    I'm odd I think! Last time I tried I had a size and weight goal, when I hit them I went off the rails because I'd 'finished' - crooked thinking or what! So this time, no weight goal, no size goal. I only measure the lbs lost per week (I don't know my current weight). When I feel right or...
  78. RaeB

    sts feel like giving up!

    I've also sts this week, but that is down to totm starting. As I'm on the contraceptive implant, this was a surprise, but I learnt all about oestrogen release here on minimums! I support the comments above though, this week I can feel my collar bones starting to emerge, they weren't there this...
  79. RaeB

    Curious about the foodpacks

    It actually helps me, it feels as though I'm actually eating, but watching portion sizes. The chicken/fish/veg in limited amounts help me deal with eating out as well (if I feel I have to). I've had far less cravings with this than CD and overall I'm very relaxed about the whole journey. It...
  80. RaeB

    January 2011 starters and re-starters thread

    It's great tp see how busy it is on here. Fantastic support. Hi Loula, sorry I didn't say hi last night, I felt like the new girl ;) (which wasn't justified to be honest).
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    January 2011 starters and re-starters thread

    My first week weigh in and 9 lbs off. Fantastic. 7 days of total abstinence :D I join class again tonight (last week I was using up some packs from last year) so I'm looking forward to some decent packs and bars! So onwards and downwards, great weight losses here ladies. We really can do...
  82. RaeB

    Who's up for a Valentines Day challenge?

    Aloize: 14lbs...... Blonde Logic: 1 stone - 2.5 gone - 11.5 to go :) carrie: 21lbs..... -11.4lbs wk 1 Chantelle: 21lbs... Charltonjules: 21lbs... Daisydoll: 10lb... FYM: 21lbs...13lbs gone...9 to go! JaneyB.......16LBS jc1976: 19lbs... Lauraandy: 30lb... Magiclove: 14lb... 8lbs to go Maximoo...
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    Who's up for a Valentines Day challenge?

    Your wish is my command :p Blonde Logic: 1 stone carrie: 21lbs Chantelle: 21lbs... Daisydoll: 10lb... FYM: 21lbs...13lbs gone...9 to go! Lauraandy: 30lb... Magiclove: 14lb... Maximoo: 28lbs... Pinkie: 23lb...3lb's gone...20 to go! Preeti: 28lbs... RaeB: 21lbs... Spanglymum: 12lbs...
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    Who's up for a Valentines Day challenge?

    My OCD coming out, I needed to see those colours, I've also added Spanglymum to the list and kept it alphabetical! :ashamed0005: Blonde Logic: 1 stone carrie: 21lbs Daisydoll: 10lb... FYM: 21lbs...13lbs gone...9 to go! Lauraandy: 30lb... Magiclove: 14lb... Maximoo: 28lbs... Pinkie...
  85. RaeB

    Finding it hard ...

    I'm on day 7 and was totally knackered over the weekend and a bit emotional too. However, I'm nowhere near as tired as I was before Christmas, I was literally dozing off on the long drive to work. You will have your ups and downs, but give your body time to settle into this new regime, it's...
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    Who's up for a Valentines Day challenge?

    Me too please! First weigh in next Tuesday. Blonde Logic: 1 stone carrie: 21lbs Daisydoll: 10lb... FYM: 21lbs...13lbs gone...9 to go! Magiclove: 14lb... Maximoo: 28lbs... Pinkie: 23lb...3lb's gone...20 to go! Preeti: 28lbs... RaeB: 21lbs...
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    January 2011 starters and re-starters thread

    Hi Ladies, glad to hear that you're all positive and in the groove. Shoot me down in flames, I know I shouldn't do it, but I weighed myself this morning and I've lost 5.5lbs since Tuesday morning - woohoo! My jeans are now bearable to wear, rather than garrotting me in two (probably all the...
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    January 2011 starters and re-starters thread

    My strategy for tonight is to go to bed about...now, with a pint of water and then watch Britain's Fattest Man on Channel 4 at 9.30. If that doesn't inspire me, I don't know what will. Then sleep and it will be Day 3. Ladies you are all doing great, the first couple of days are the worst and...
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    January 2011 starters and re-starters thread

    Hi Loula and SB. I'm due to be with Val next week at the Tuesday session (missed yesterday) so see you both there? I'm kind of putting 2 and 2 together and working out where you're going (could be wrong of course!).
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    January 2011 starters and re-starters thread

    Day 1 - easy peasy! Remind me of that if I struggle later. Day 2 - I'm in the office today and my OH is away tonight, so no food temptation all day and an early night planned. :D Bring on ketosis...
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    January 2011 starters and re-starters thread

    I'm back and determined (again!). Started today, using up old packs from a couple of failed restarts last year. Got on the scales this morning but hid the stones and just measure the pounds (think I need the counselling again). Determined, excited, slightly hungry and wishing it was April :)...
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    hello restarting tomorrow, anybody else?

    Jo, your post is exactly how I'd have written down how I feel, word for word. So today I start again and I'm very excited. I'll join the January starters thread as well. Bring on ketosis! Must try and change my ticker, although it is a good reminder of how well I did before! Rachel
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    Need More Fashion Advise

    Try pencil skirts and fitted tops/blouses with a wide belt, it really cinches you in the middle, gives you a waist and there are none of those issues with tops hanging off your boobs and hiding your waist. Add a pair of killer heels and a nice handbag and you will get admiring glances from both...
  94. RaeB

    For those who remember me, I'm returning to LL

    Hi KW Great to see you back and good luck for the next phase. Sounds as though you're in a good place right now, I'm really pleased for you. Rachel
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    Mini meet Brighton JUNE?

    I'm just along the coast in Littlehampton so would love to meet up in Brighton if you've room for another LL'er (that'll keep me on the straight and narrow if I'm meeting up with you guys, especially BL!).
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    100 Days

    Pete you've done so well and you've shared so much with others on here in the way of inspirational messages and support. 100 days sounds such a long time, but you got your head down and blasted through it. When I got to 100 days I realised it was no time at all for such a huge, life changing...
  97. RaeB

    Am finally starting to get back on track but

    Emma I feel your pain, but well done for looking at a fresh start and not worrying too much about what went before. I'm going to put in an emergency help call to my LLC tonight as I haven't made contact for a few weeks now...and I feel horrible for it. So stick with it and remember all...
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    SIZE 10 Tops! Pics! Never thought I'd see the day!

    Hey BL, you are looking fabulous (as usual). I must get some cream/white trousers for springtime and get myself out of winter black. Keep posting photos because you give me ideas for outfits!
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    Slim for Spring, Sexy for Summer!

    Hi Guys and Gals. I've been more than slightly off course since starting RTM in mid Dec and Christmas (all those parties, the last one was last Saturday), but I'm back!!!:) Weighing more than goal, but back and ready to lose those few extra pounds before they become a real problem. So the...
  100. RaeB

    feeling blue...

    Sorry to hear that you're feeling down Rach. This time of year can be very hard and I completely understand that going back onto RTM must be an emotional journey in itself. You've lost the 'safety net' of abstinence and whilst your body was used to being in ketosis, it's now shocked by eating...
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    Slenda Blenda gets to goal - pics !!!!

    You are amazing and you look fantastic! What an achievement, you must be so proud. Onwards to RTM, I'll be there with you from next week.
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    wooooooooooo hooooooooooo

    What a fantastic loss and so quickly too! I hope you are feeling justifiably proud of yourself right now.
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    Remind me why I'm doing this!

    I'm getting bored with this now, my motivation seems to be getting less the closer I get to goal. It's probably a number of things: feeling and looking good (so why do I need to carry on dieting), 10 days away from going into RTM (so close and yet so far), Christmas coming up...I just want to...
  104. RaeB

    September Starters

    Well done Caz, Catz and Beki. I'm very pleased with 3.5lb off this week. I'll go and look at my BMI now... bekimo - Birmingham - Week 7, Wednesday, 10st, lost 45lb so far (6st 11lb to go)! catznolan -carlow(ire) -week 11 -wed - 4stone - 45.5lbs so far! Caz789 - Cheshire - week 12 - Tuesdays -...
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    September Starters

    Glad to hear that the SS vibe is as positive as ever. I'm at our London office today and feeling good, it's so odd that I still get excited about travelling 'up to Town' at my age. Happy thoughts for me today are: - I've got W/I tonight so fingers crossed for that. - I've now got 2 fabulous...
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    Back on UK soil

    Glad to hear that you're back safe and sound. Hope you had a great time and we're looking forward to hearing how the trip went.
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    Got my Christmas party dresses today

    Ooh LS I didn't see that one! I just love that colour and I know what you mean about taking the corsage off. Go on, you know you want too......
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    Got my Christmas party dresses today

    Thanks everyone for your feedback and encouragement. They are going to be replaced with size 12s and some heavy duty hold it in undies just in case!
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    Dont feel I am losing as fast as others?

    You're doing so well, it's weight off not on, so you are heading in the right direction. People lose at different speeds, it's just not possible to compare yourself to the person sitting next to you or the person on the forum who has a better loss than you. If you stick to this diet, you...
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    Got my Christmas party dresses today

    Rach that dress is beautiful, I looked at that but myself and OH agreed 'off the shoulder' for the ball. Of course I'd love to get in the 10 as well ;-) Your Christmas must be so different this year. Do people recognise you at all? You must feel amazing and so proud of your achievements. I...
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    Got my Christmas party dresses today

    Which ones did you buy Rach? They are next on my list to buy. Must remember not to drink too much water at the christmas parties!!!
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    feeling crap

    Glad to hear that you're feeling better and that you've got over yesterday. You can feel so elated on this diet and then there are days when you cry for no reason and go to bed very early. I think bed is a great place when you feel crap, warm and cozy and you wake up and it's another day...
  113. RaeB

    A dampener to a good night . . .

    That must have been an awful way to end a great evening. Maybe you just overdid it, got overheated did loads of exercise and then your system decided it was too much to add 'food' into the mix. I'll bet that a few months ago you could have done all the drinking and the kebab and chips and not...
  114. RaeB

    Got my Christmas party dresses today

    But I'm slightly concerned that I'm 'thinking big' again. They are both size 14, which was a comfy fit and looked great today. I could get the size 12 zipped up (just), but I looked too lumpy in it (if you know what I mean). I have another 3 or 4 weeks in abstinence and I'm going to get some...
  115. RaeB

    Low blood pressure? Help!

    Had an interesting chat with the nurse today. She said it was a shame I'd lost the weight so quickly as I'd put it all back on, rather than losing it slowly and then keeping it off! I explained to her that regardless of how long it took to lose the weight, if I went back to eating like a horse...
  116. RaeB

    Today has been really hard :(

    Well done Pete, isn't it great to feel in control. Eating out (or rather not eating out) is a huge challenge, so well done for sticking at it. You must feel so proud of yourself for that. Good luck with the weigh in today, at least you can look forward to nice shakes this week!
  117. RaeB

    September Starters

    bekimo - Birmingham - Week 7, Wednesday, 10st, lost 39lb so far (7st 3lb to go)! catznolan -carlow(ire) -week 9 -wed - 4stone - 41.5lbs so far! Caz789 - Cheshire - week 11 - Tuesdays - 4 stone - 40.1 lbs so far Charlene - Welwyn, Hertfordshire, week 2 - tuesday 4st 7lbs - 7lbs Karmawitch...
  118. RaeB

    Low blood pressure? Help!

    I've just had mine checked and it was low, but healthily low 104/65. She did have trouble getting the measurement first time (at the doctors). Mine is always low though, so I wasn't too surprised to get this. The nurse seemed happy with this result. I've found myself lightheaded when out...
  119. RaeB

    September Starters

    Ooh lots of excitement on here, it's catching isn't it? More good losses as well, the SS crew rock. I can't believe that we've got nearly to the end of the 14 weeks so quickly. I lost another 2.2lbs last night, bringing my total up to 38lbs. I've agreed with my LLC that I start RTM on 3rd...
  120. RaeB

    psyllium husk capsules

    I can't taste it at all. The reason I break open the capsule is that I really hate taking tablets and they look pretty big to me!
  121. RaeB

    What's with all these bruises!?

    I've not noticed any more bruising than normal, I'm always walking into things as well. I did notice that my gums have been bleeding this week, not nice. NB, I know what you mean about having less padding. Sitting in the bath was painful the other evening because I've found my seat bones and...
  122. RaeB

    psyllium husk capsules

    I use the husks in shakes and soups. I've got the capsules from Holland and Barrett but I break them and add them with the powder before whizzing up. Without going into too much detail, they've made such a difference. From once every 10 days or so to daily, no more bloating woohoo!
  123. RaeB

    September Starters

    I'm struggling with another low loss this week. Maybe I need milk week to fool my body and kick the weight loss in. I'm being totally abstinent and drinking my water like a good girl. Anyone else having this problem in week 10/week 11?
  124. RaeB

    New Years Eve - what's up?

    I've never really gone for New Year in a big way in the past. This year is different however! We are already booked in for a dinner and dance at a hotel near Gatwick with a group of friends. I will be at goal and I will look wonderful in a cocktail dress. I will eat sensibly, have a glass of...
  125. RaeB

    My weigh in omg

    Well done Lynn, great loss this week. It's good to hear you sounding so positive. I realise that it was a struggle for you getting into this, but you've come on leaps and bounds so quickly. You are facing up to challenges, sounding so much more positive and it's clear that your confidence is...
  126. RaeB

    me in a catsuit!

    You look fantastic, what an inspiration. You simply must change your user name, you're not round! You've given me the inspiration to look forward to a fancy dress party should I ever get invited to one!
  127. RaeB

    oh my word!!

    Good for you Catz, you are doing so well and in such a short space of time too. I have been buying size 12 clothes, they are just waiting for me....another 3 or 4 weeks should do it.
  128. RaeB

    810 plan xx

    I may have misunderstood your thread, but 810 does not refer to the amount of chicken you can eat in one day. It refers to the total number of calories that you can expect to eat per day on this particular CD plan. You can only have 120g of chicken on the 810 plan. Apologies if this isn't...
  129. RaeB

    Feeling Wired

    I just watched this happen with my OH. 3 days into abstinence and he was grumpy as hell....Day 4 he was like a new man. Rushing around, tidying up, chattering, laughing, totally manic! I don't remember being like that, although I do have moments of joy and energy and found myself skipping...
  130. RaeB

    September Starters

    Good luck for those of you have weigh in tonight, fingers and toes crossed for you! My insides are sloshing! I've managed 4 litres during the day today and had to stop an hour ago or I'll never manage the 90 min commute home in the car. 2 shakes/soups to go and another half a litre of water...
  131. RaeB

    September Starters

    Good losses again this week, keep it up ladies and gents. I've decided to try for 5 litres of water a day to see if that makes a difference. I'm already 2 litres of water and 2 large cups of coffee into it! A 1.5lb loss at weigh in last night made me panic about my goal, end of foundation...
  132. RaeB

    September Starters

    As I expected it was a low loss this week, 1.5lbs. I can feel the water retention over the last few days and the scales have confirmed it. I've done nothing different to normal so expect a better loss next week. Tonight I shall be having an early night. It took 3.5 hrs to get into work...
  133. RaeB

    September Starters

    Weigh in tonight, not sure I'm looking forward to it as I think my loss will be low tonight. I haven't done anything differently so will measure myself as well! The OH is on day 5 of CD and boy was he grumpy last night! He's in ketosis but missing food like mad. He's decided that he's going...
  134. RaeB

    New start worries

    Pammiedoll. I only had to wait a couple of weeks which was infuriating at the time as I really wanted to get on with the programme. I used that time to introduce 2 slimfast shakes a day and cut carbs out of my evening meal (slowly). This really helped me because when I actually started I had...
  135. RaeB

    Been clothes shopping

    Glad to hear that you are on track Lynn. Positive thinking all the way. Remember, as long as you stick at this, you will get into smaller sizes and you are going to look great in your new clothes. I also really hope the programme provides you with the tools to gain confidence and tackle life...
  136. RaeB

    Starting tomorrow...

    Hi Pete and welcome, you'll find this site so valuable over the next few weeks. I didn't have too many side effects as I went into ketosis, but I had planned in advance and had introduced slimfast shakes and cut down on carbs. I did feel light headed every now and then but only one time when...
  137. RaeB

    September Starters

    LS, I reckon we might now be in a position to taste each others food...the chocolate mint flavour was nice (I might have tasted it). I haven't bothered with the strawberry as I doubt it is much different to ours. The cappucino smelt disgusting, but I had a bad experience on LL making the...
  138. RaeB

    September Starters

    My good news is that my OH has joined CD today and starts tomorrow. We'll be in abstinence together next week! He only has a couple of stone to lose and is likely to be done very quickly, but he will be looking very handsome by the time I'm looking damn fine. All those people at the Christmas...
  139. RaeB

    My new sexy man

    Well done to your man and well done to you too, it must be difficult at times with both of you doing it (especially as the weight just drops off the blokes). Great that you are there to support each. Nice bonus, getting a sexy new man all to yourself too!!!
  140. RaeB

    my knickers are all too big !!

    Know what you mean. The pair I wore on Sunday were so big that when I pulled them up, my t-shirt automatically tucked into them and they were highly visible above the waistline of my jeans! Good job I checked before I left the toilets.
  141. RaeB

    September Starters

    Good luck for tonight KW. I almost wish my life away waiting for weigh in nights now! I'm proud to announce that today is Day 50 for me. No cheating, no sipping, licking, stealing, munching or crunching for 50 days. Can't believe I've done it really, but I love the results so far. Anyone...
  142. RaeB

    September Starters

    Another good week for me, 3.5 lbs down this week and only one emotional blip when I went out for a meal with 20 people and could only have water! Took it out on the OH a bit...sorry for that hun. I have started to feel hungry over the past couple of weeks, but used an idea from another...
  143. RaeB

    September Starters

    Wow KW that is a fantastic loss, well done. Whatever you were doing last week....keep doing it!
  144. RaeB

    Getting foodpack into water bottle

    Because LL didn't have any bars this week, my routine of having a bar at work has gone out the window. So having just attempted to get a strawberry foodpack into a bottle of water to shake it up....how the hell do you do it whilst on the move? I like to think that I'm an intelligent woman...
  145. RaeB

    September Starters

    Evening all. Just got back from WI and I'm down 4.6 lbs this week. I'm feeling pretty pleased with myself after my blip last week when I didn't drink enough water. I'm just about halfway through looking at my ticker, it feels so good just saying that! Also I had my measurements taken tonight...
  146. RaeB

    September Starters

    I was really tired yesterday and felt hungry all day. You'd have thought it would have evened out by now and I'd be in a routine. Good loss LS, when is the shopping trip for the size 12's? (I can't wait until I take that shopping trip). HC, stick with it, we're all here for you and we'll...
  147. RaeB

    I have let myself down

    You can do this, put the slip up behind you and get back on the wagon. It's sounds as though you are thinking hard about this and will learn from it. Don't be too hard on yourself and get drinking that water!
  148. RaeB

    How do you make a perfect cup of tea?

    Hi BL. I'm in sunny Littlehampton (or South Arundel as I like to call it!!!). No milk in the pot and get yourself a tea cozy (knitted or crocheted, looks like a woolly hat) for your tea pot and it will keep it cozy for longer. I guess you can buy modern versions, perhaps a trip down the road...
  149. RaeB

    Not showing any loss this week

    Don't be too disheartened. I had a low loss last week, but I knew why and the scales at home reflected this too. I weighed yesterday morning, had a wee then weighed again and I'd lost a pound....I'm certain that was the scales not the loss of wee! So put those scales away for a couple of days...
  150. RaeB

    September Starters

    I'm doing good thanks KW. I'm starting this week on a much more positive note.
  151. RaeB

    September Starters

    Hope you've all had a good weekend. I am now getting into clothes that I didn't think I'd be able to ever again. I have a pair of knee high zip up boots that I got in the sale and have never been able to fit into. I've been trying them every 2 weeks and this morning I was able to zip them all...
  152. RaeB

    How do you make a perfect cup of tea?

    I live in West Sussex (so somewhere near you BL) and the water is really hard locally. We use a waterfilter all the time to improve the water and keep the kettle (iron etc) deposit free. We also use a Calgon tab in every wash!
  153. RaeB

    September Starters

    Not a great week for me, I struggled to get through my foodpacks and had 5 left at the end of the week (naughty, naughty). I've also struggled with my water intake. I know the reasons why, upset about cat dying and starting a new job which is 90 mins commute by car each day. I knew my loss...
  154. RaeB

    Do you get weighed in stones or KG?

    KW, cat is having major surgery today. Touch and go, we'll see later but they know it's cancer, just not sure which sort. Fingers crossed we'll be able to give him a few more weeks/months of quality life. If not, he had a great life with us so I don't feel I've let him down in any way.
  155. RaeB

    Do you get weighed in stones or KG?

    I get weighed in kilos and then LLC gives me the amount lost in lbs. But then I have a very complicated spreadsheet where I analyse the whole thing in even more detail!
  156. RaeB

    September Starters

    LS I'm positive that you didn't give in to the munchies last night. Bet you feel good this morning for that. It's amazing how this is encouraging me to think about my feelings and thoughts, something that I've strived not to do for years. Talk about repressed emotions. This could be an...
  157. RaeB

    September Starters

    Excellent, another 4.4lbs off tonight. catznolan -carlow(ire) -week 1 -10th sept (wed) - 4stone - 11.5lbs so far! Caz789 - Cheshire - week 5 - Tuesdays - 4 stone - 20 lbs so far Charlene - Welwyn, Hertfordshire, week 2 - tuesday 4st 7lbs - 7lbs Karmawitch -Northumberland, Week 3, Thurs, 4st to...
  158. RaeB

    All i can say is roll on 2009

    I've told the OH that I want a holiday in the sun, I shall wear a bikini and get the sun on my belly, something I haven't done (in public) since I was in my teens. Can't wait....that could be because I'm so cold at the moment!
  159. RaeB

    September Starters

    Well it's turning out to be the crappiest day for a long time. I took my lovely cat to the vet this morning as he has been off his food for a few days and she has found a large mass in his belly which they are going to test this afternoon. She's told me to prepare for the worst though... so...
  160. RaeB

    My lighter life journey

    Good luck Emzski, one day at a time and you'll be at goal in no time.
  161. RaeB

    TA DA!!!! Foundation complete! 9 stone GONE! Strike up the band!

    Congratulations BL, you must feel fantastic right now, you certainly look fantastic. I just know that you are going to attack RTM with the same amount of enthusiasm and commitment that you have shown over the last 271 days. You have been on such a journey that has not been purely about weight...
  162. RaeB

    A little about YOU! (Shamelessy knicked form the Cambridge Fourm!!)

    NAME: Rachel AGE: 39 TOWN: West Sussex DO YOU DRIVE: Yep, Porsche 911 (my pride and joy) and Mercedes C class (company car) JOB: IT Manager HAIR COLOUR: Blonde EYE COLOUR: Blue ANY TATTOO’S: Trail of ivy on shoulder ANY PIERCINGS: Ears only YOUR BEST FEATURES: Eyes and boobs (typical, the OH is...
  163. RaeB

    Hot sweats

    I'm just cold all the time, hot sweats would be welcome every now and then!
  164. RaeB

    September Starters

    My weekend was odd, it involved lots of exposure to food and ended up with me in a very odd emotional state. Saturday was busy and ended up with us at my MILs 70th birthday in the evening. We had pre-ordered dinner months ago and to keep up with the pretense of me 'not feeling well', I had 3...
  165. RaeB

    bouillon

    I use this as it tastes so good. My understanding is that you can only have 2 cups a day and I use 1 teaspoon per cup. Am I sure it will have no impact on weight loss? I've used it since the first week and you can see my progress below. I'm sure plenty of others will be along to say they...
  166. RaeB

    Yay im now an official a LighterLifer

    Good luck for your first week. I'm sure you've picked up lots of tips on here and know what to expect. Remember we are all here for you if you have any questions or need any support.
  167. RaeB

    September Starters

    SS I think you're right that we might start to hit a plateau at some stage, but the great thing is that we are all here to support each other. We can get through these challenges together. I'm feeling good, head down and getting on with it. If I can stay abstinent for one day at a time, then...
  168. RaeB

    September Starters

    I went for a drop in tonight to pick up my packs for next week as LLC is on holiday and I've lost 1kg since last Wednesday. It doesn't seem much, but I know that I didn't drink as much as I should have this weekend and totm appeared (first time in 2 years). Weigh in a week on Wednesday should...
  169. RaeB

    Week 2 pop in - can't believe it !

    That's an amazing loss, well done you.
  170. RaeB

    WEEK 37 WEIGH-IN and I am on my way to RTM!!!!!

    You are amazing, such an inspiration and you've worked your butt off (literally!) to get to this point. You must feel sooooo good about yourself. Are you salivating yet?
  171. RaeB

    September Starters

    That can't be much fun Wytchy, but at least you know what it is now and hopefully the antibiotics will kick in quickly and you'll start to feel better soon. Has Doc confirmed you should carry on with LL?
  172. RaeB

    3rd day for my hubby

    It is great that you are doing this together, you must be so excited about the journey you are about to undertake. Remember to take plenty of photos as you become slimmer as it is often difficult to see the weight reduction in someone that you are so close to. Then you can look at the photos...
  173. RaeB

    September Starters

    Hi everyone. Hope those that are feeling tired feel more energised soon. I know what you mean though, I've been totally knackered over the last few days and I was in bed at 9.30 yesterday because I was on my feet for 12 hours at Goodwood Revival. I'm very pleased with myself. Yesterday was...
  174. RaeB

    September Starters

    Tonight is going to be a challenge for me. OH is out for the evening and I'm going to have a 'girly' night doing my nails, facepack etc. Sounds great doesn't it, except that previously I would have had a lovely dinner and dessert and a bottle of nice wine whilst I was pampering myself! Anyhow...
  175. RaeB

    September Starters

    Well done Karmawitch, 9lbs is fantastic (I'm everso slightly jealous as I only managed 7lbs in my first week). Your first stone will be gone so quickly. If you haven't lost any more since pop in, next weeks weigh in will be interesting and I have a feeling I'm going to be even more envious!
  176. RaeB

    Friends or foes

    I have only told 3 people and I've had interest, support and negativity. The negative person has turned completely and hugs me every time she sees me telling me that I'm doing so well! My OH is so supportive, I couldn't wish for more. I'm only on week 3 so I don't have the issue of people...
  177. RaeB

    September Starters

    Well done for your losses so far girls. I was at second weigh in tonight and lost 4.4lbs, giving me a total of 11.4lbs in 2 weeks. To say I'm pleased is an understatement! Good luck you new starters, as you can see from those of us on this thread - it works if you stick at it. So far so good...
  178. RaeB

    September Starters

    Good morning everyone. I hope that you all feel a bit better this week. My weekend was generally OK, I managed to cook dinner for my OH on Saturday (the first time since I started LL) and I felt very proud of myself for not picking/tasting. Last night was hard as he cooked himself dinner that...
  179. RaeB

    September Starters

    I felt a bit down yesterday evening, I wasn't hungry or anything just a bit grumpy and despondent. I think it might have been that the excitement of weigh in had gone for another week, I started to think about the entire journey of abstinence and I learnt about RTM which means that I've asked...
  180. RaeB

    September Starters

    Hi Caz Yes I will be 40 next March and I will not be a fat forty! Instead I shall be sexy, classy and people won't believe that I'm 40. Are you planning a big celebration in August? My OH and I are planning to take a holiday, probably do something special like a safari as it is a once in a...
  181. RaeB

    September Starters

    Had first week weigh in last night and I've lost 7lbs over the week (or 7.1lbs if you convert the kilos lost precisely). That means a total of 9.5lb since the info meeting. Had 2 people ask me if I've lost weight already! Next week I should be 12 stone something, which sounds so much better...
  182. RaeB

    HELP!!

    I am planning to spend time in Primark, New Look and H&M for transitional clothes. I admit that I would normally spend a lot more on clothes, but these shops will serve a purpose as I try clothes to see what my new body shape is and what suits me. I checked on Sunday and £25 for a suit for...
  183. RaeB

    September Starters

    My skin was awful before LL and with all the water that I'm drinking, it looks great now. Funny how it is different for each of us. Hot news: I put my jeans on today, straight from the wash and where I normally have a muffin top - today it is no more!!! (Unless I sit down). I can't believe...
  184. RaeB

    September Starters

    I lost 3.3lb at drop in after 2 days on the plan, I'm really looking forward to weigh in on Wednesday evening. That has to be the first time I've ever said that! Not that I've been on the scales at all this week you understand.... ;-)
  185. RaeB

    September Starters

    I thought I'd better add myself to the list (in alphabetical order). I'm also itching to get this into some sort of table format! catznolan -carlow(ire) -week 1 -10th sept (wed) - 4stone Caz789 - Cheshire - week 1 - 9th Sept (tuesdays) - 4 stone Laststraw - London - week 1 - 10th sept - 3...
  186. RaeB

    Porgeous Starting weight 14st. Finsih weight 9st.4lbs.!!!

    I'm going to print out that photo of Porgeous in her jeans and stick my head on it and then put it on all the kitchen cupboards. This is how I want to look when I get to goal. My OH nearly started drooling when he saw that photo! Is it wrong to wish the next 13 weeks away?
  187. RaeB

    The Two things I worry about most

    Andy, volunteer one of your female friends to get some for you or pretend you're buying it for someone else. Good luck with your journey, hope to see your ticker showing your progress once you've started.
  188. RaeB

    September Starters

    They will, I went for ankle boots as I can't get my legs into knee highs just yet!
  189. RaeB

    September Starters

    I know that I shouldn't talk too soon, but so far so good. I haven't really felt hungry (apart from the odd pang when I think I'm missing out on something!). Last night I struggled to get the last food pack down. I'm sleeping like the dead at night. We went shopping in Brighton yesterday and...
  190. RaeB

    September Starters

    I went to drop in first thing this morning and I've lost 3.3lbs...in 2 days! I'm looking forward to proper weigh in on Wednesday next week. Not sure about ketosis yet as we didn't do the wee on stick thing, hopefully will get it checked next week. I've struggled with water intake this...
  191. RaeB

    September Starters

    OK, I'm surviving day 2! It's interesting looking at the different approaches here. MY LLC has not given us bars in the first week and does not support cooking with the packs as she says it is not helping us to explore our food issues by continuing to eat crisps and muffins. This is fine for...
  192. RaeB

    A question about the soup

    Are we allowed to additional seasoning to the soup? I tried the chicken which seemed very bland and has put me off the mushroom and vegetable a bit. A bit of salt and pepper might improve it no end.
  193. RaeB

    September Starters

    I went to see LLC tonight and have returned home armed with a variety of sweet and savoury foodpacks in a lovely bag! So I start tomorrow morning with a strawberry pack on the train into London. It was just me and another lady that started tonight and others will start next week. Drop in is...
  194. RaeB

    Fed up

    I was like you and waited and waited after dropping my medical form off. I left a couple of messages for my LLC but she didn't reply until I called Head Office to enquire if she was on holiday or sick. She rang me back fairly quickly and I hope I didn't get her into trouble as she sounded...
  195. RaeB

    im looking forwards to it but so scared at same time!

    You've taken a massive step by arranging your meeting next Monday. This diet works, it's proven by the number of people on here who are living testimony to this fact. It is only you that can make it work though and you need to be positive that you can do this. Don't worry unduly about what has...
  196. RaeB

    what did ur o/h's think?

    My OH has now decided to do slimfast whilst I do LL. He has agreed that he'll have a lunchtime meal and then a shake when he gets home in the evening. This is going to really help me as I was worried about the cooking smells when I have cravings. Oh and he got me beautiful flowers as a...
  197. RaeB

    what did ur o/h's think?

    My OH is very supportive and wants to see me healthier, live longer and look and feel better. I have issues with self esteem and I know that he wants me to work through these to become someone who is confident in all aspects of her life. We'll see how he gets on when I feel rough later on in...
  198. RaeB

    September Starters

    My doctor was fine, but I positioned it to her that I wanted to do it for health reasons i.e. hitting 40 next year and potential future health issues that 'middle age' brings and that my father had diabetes. This is a better approach than saying I want to look good (although clearly I do want...
  199. RaeB

    At last!

    SFA you must feel fabulous! Enjoy that feeling, I can't wait for the first time I receive a comment.
  200. RaeB

    September Starters

    I just want to say a big GOOD LUCK to those of you (us!) starting this week. I'm so excited I can't believe it. I got a lovely embossed book to use as my diary at the weekend. The aim is that it will be kept out as it looks so nice and it will encourage me to write in it and return to it to...
  201. RaeB

    LOOK at me!!!!

    Wow you look fantastic, what an inspiration for those of us just starting out. It's amazing that you've changed so much in such a short time. I still can't get my head around how quickly the weight loss happens so photos like these are really helpful.
  202. RaeB

    September Starters

    Hi there, I start on Wednesday 3rd. I've been on slimfast for a couple of weeks whilst waiting for my class to start, just to get into the right frame of mind for meal replacements and reduced carbs. I've also been trying to increase my water intake. I hope I've lost a few pounds according...
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