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Hi - we're off to Scotland then Ireland 2moro - looking forward to a month of resting - hopefully with controlled eating - it'll be a challenge though!

Thanks Mini - hope you're well - we're off on a 4 week break - going to try to control my eating but it'll be a challenge!

Know what you mean about the heat - I've been working on the veg late at night in the dark! Everything's growing so fast in this weather isn't it? I lost 3.5lbs this week and have carried on with the plan this week so should have a loss this week - feeling better for eating more healthily but...

Hi - I'm back on plan - went back to SW classes last Tuesday and have had a pretty good week - feeling positive. Hope everyone's well and enjoying the weather. We had more sad news recently - a friend of the family died - her funeral was on what would have been her 13th birthday - she had an...

Many thanks for your kind message Mary - we've arranged the funeral for Thursday - MiL wanted the same type of service as her husband - think we've organised everything now - as you'll know it's a sad and strange time but as you say - she's at peace.

Hee Hee - no I haven't run away - my MiL has been very poorly and died last week - think you know she's been seriously ill for a long time - she was 88 and must have had a strong constitution but she's at peace now. As you'll know it's a busy and sad time - I'll pop in when I can.

Hee Hee - you have faith that my good days will grow!

From 15 June: 1 day on plan Been out all day - for lunch, a good walk in the country and working on MiL's garden - plenty of exercise Skipped b'fast cos I wasn't hungry L: baked potato and cheese - probably more than a HEA so say 4 syns D: veg soup and an apple Drinks: 1 coffee 2 syns, water...

Hope WI went your way Mini. :)

I need to be more selective about my food for sure! Will be trying hard to be on plan today - Phil wants to go to the flying club - too windy to fly but he can't stay away ;) my problem is we'll have lunch there - the homemade cakes are amazing but they have lovely salads too - I'll be on the...

Just caught up with you Mini - you're doing so well and your food looks delicious :p - hoping the scales reward you well 2moro (think that's your WI day?)

Another rubbish day for me - I need to go in the Dunce's corner - will try harder in the morning!

Good idea to rotate your clothes - I often grab the same things too but hoping ring the changes now I've had a clearout - pity not to wear your new stuff! I've also put my house/everyday clothes in wardrobe in the spare room and kept the rest in our bedroom - so more room to see/choose stuff -...

Good idea to switch your clothes around - I do the same

Oooh bet you're looking forward to your summer break! From what you're saying there - think it's a no for buying summer clothes - if you run short (no pun intended!) you could always buy an outfit or 2 :) Did I say b4 - I've had an easy time with the menopause - know lots of women have much...

It's going ok this week thanks but I've been feeling a bit rough this week & not wanting to eat much! How's it going for you?

I need some new summer clothes too but like you I'm avoiding that job! Know what you mean about online shopping too - it's great when you like the stuff but a pain when we dont' - those pics online can be deceiving sometimes! Yes did some garden stuff but I'm still not feeling right so not not...

Hee Hee - I am quite a busy person but we must be telepathic cos I've been mega busy today and only had my main meal a few mins ago but changed it to a hard boiled egg and some salad leaves from the garden with Asda's loving light salad dressing 2 syns I think - will check in the morning. Poppy...

Good advice .....I'm not hungry.....I'm not hungry .....I'm not hungry.....I'm not hungry :classic_roll_eyes: :classic_smile: :classic_cool:

Hee Hee - I'm ok at the mo - I'm too busy chanting I'm not hungry over and over - will get some strange looks when I got out!

EDITED: Thanks I'm pleased but wish I didn't feel so hungry esp cos I'm eating pretty well for someone my size - I'm hoping I'll adjust back into SW soon! Wonder how Doreen got on at the scales this morning? Today's plan: B: Part HEB 1 slice bread toasted with peanut butter 5 syns I don't...

EDITED: Hope you're smiling on the scales again 2moro! I've been feeling hungry since mid morning - hoping this will ease off soon ;) Lovely weather again - everything's growing well in the garden too. Nothing special happening here today - so I'll just enjoy the weather! B: 2 egg omelette...

EDITED: Well another lovely day - took Poppy to school - did a food shop - having chosen on plan meals for the week - poured salt on the weeds on the paths and paving - cheap and eco friendly - need to do housework but ... ... I'll be working (or shd that be playing?) in the garden...

Yes you're right about FB - I'm happy with the few people on here that I chat with - just wondered why the numbers have gone down really. Didn't get much house stuff done at all :O Phil's jetwashed the flags in the back and generally tidying things up - I have to keep an eye on him around the...

I was just thinking about how quiet this site is these days - I wonder why - it was so busy at one time and Foodfighters went the same way - a pity but hopefully we'll keep plodding along :classic_smile: I'm going to have a very good on plan day today - feeling positive - it won't be easy but I...

Hope everyone's ok and behaving? :classic_smile: Well another lovely day - blue skies & sunny - we went out for lunch as it's Phil's 65 th b'day today - wahey he'll get his state pension now! B: 1 slice toast and butter L: fish and chips followed by a choc brownie/ice cream ooh and a bacardi...

Hope the Doc sorts out your tablets swiftly Doreen - a good day again - even though the fruit won't suit your diabetes & no cider in stock :( Sounds like you've been busy in the garden - do you enjoy it I wonder? I feel that even 10 mins doing something in the garden makes a difference...

Thanks - I did ok with the chip but not so well today - youngest son came over from Manchester with Phil's b'day gift for 2moro - so we went out for lunch - I was very good - grilled salmon with salad with balsamic vinegar and a bacardi and diet coke so that was ok but came home and started...

Hope everyone's days have gone to plan? Mine hasn't been too shabby - dinner plan changed to more cheese on toast cos I felt too hot/lazy to cook but resisted Phil's chippy meal - not even one chip passed my lips - had 6 syns worth of choc (half of a bar that Phil bought for me - he's eaten the...

I won't mention the chips then ;) yes Doreen's done well to lose that pound!

That's a nuisance with your sugars - can't anyone else advise or will you have to wait until the nurse is back at work? You did well to cut the grass when you're feeling tired - that will have burnt lots of calories off - Phil doesn't trust me with the mower - he says I'll cut my toes off...

Well done Richard - he might start to eat more speed later on when he gets used to SW - I think it takes a while to understand how all the parts of the plan come together. Does he go to a class?

Your food's looking tasty and very much on plan too! Sorry to read that Albert's not good - a worry for you. Nice though that you see Richard so often now. Reading your food has made me fancy SW chips now - Phil fancies going tot he chippy tonight but I'm going to resist - I want to get back...

My hubby's the same - I'm a fussy eater but thankfully he's not!

Glad to read you're back on track - I like your description of SW - we eat similar things but SW is adaptable so can suit everyone I think :)

Back on plan today - I've come back with a cold but bravely plodding on :classic_smile: it's Phil's 65th b'day on Monday - he says he doesn't want a party or any fuss but our youngest son who lives in Manchester is coming up 2moro & we're having Sunday lunch at the pub. Then Monday I'm taking...

Well done for getting back on plan and being rewarded with a loss! Really glad to hear your ENT went so well and hope the effect is long lasting and you enjoyed your break in Devon - it's a lovely part of the world. Yes we had a good time away - weather was kind and I feel better for it but...

What a lovely, honest, heartfelt post Mini - I (and I'm sure others) can relate to your words/feelings. I think all we can do is to keep going cos the alternative isn't acceptable is it? We will get there but when we achieve our goal - that's just the beginning isn't it - cos we have to then...

Great idea Diane - I could do with doing that myself! Enjoy the Bank Hol weekend Mini - we're off on a 5 day break 2moro - will do my best not to go mad and I'm aiming to be strict the following week - would you fancy getting back to basics together?

Well we had lunch in the pub with some friends today - had lamb and veg (again & v nice!) also had a choc brownie/ice cream - naughty but very nice - just had a couple of diet cokes drink-wise . We're off to Abergavenny 2moro for a couple of nights to see our eldest son and his family - looking...

Glad to read your OH seems ok and he's taken more time off - hope he'll be off now for the long weekend. Work pressure isn't good for us but sometimes it's difficult to do anything about it. How did you get on at the ENT clinic? Not much gardening done today - we had a few light showers so...

Ooh hope your OH is ok now - that must have been a shock. That was an early shop but a good time to go to avoid the crowds! It was cooler here today too but I still did a stint in the garden - bending, lifting etc soon got me warmed up ;) I have got tons of small cabbages, broccoli & salad...

Well another sunny day here - for the first time in ages I went in the garden this morning and felt pleased with it - I usually seeing lots of things that need doing that spoil the look of it - always something to do of course - today's job is to transplant seedlings about 40 cabbages, 60...

Yes you will be in those 15s if you keep going - you've lost over 2 stone already - we'll support you! Dieting's a real bore isn't - even with the flexibility of SW! On naughty days I feel like giving up but I won't like the consequences either :O so I'll plod on - I'm out for a meal tonight...

Hope today's been a good one for you!

You're doing so well - if you gain - it's just a blip - new week will have started by the time you read this - good luck!

I can imagine it's tough cleaning a school in this weather. Love a wild flower garden - I even like dandelions - they have pretty flowers too and I still enjoy blowing the dandelion 'clocks' :)

Yes it is really sad - luckily my son and his family have 2 others but of course they don't take the place of Mutley :( Ooh I love thinking of ideas for the garden - always something to do in them isn't there - have you thought of any ideas yet? We'll need pics when it's finished! Hope you...

Hoping all's well with Doreen. Here I am talking to me! Feeling a lot better today - need to sort the house out after days of neglect while we were ill & sort some healthy meals too. Brunch: bacon & omelette, brown sauce 2 syns? D: Gammon and salad - dressing 2 syns? Snacks: an orange, ff...

Oooh a tasty day's food there - hope today's a good one for you too!

Hi - if you're an SW member - you could ring SW or ask your consultant - if not -many people calculate syns by dividing the total calories eaten by 20 ( generally 20 cals = 1 syn).

Yes they are - just checked on SW online

No Doreen for 2 days - I hope you're/she's ok. Very quiet on here generally - perhaps everyone's sunbathing? :) I'm still not 100% so not doing much and not eating a lot either - didn't go to class and missed it somehow. I didn't mention yesterday as I was too upset - that Mutley the...

You're doing really well - we all need a little blow out every now and then - your weekend sounds good too - didn't you know that SW's syn allowance shoots up to 30 a day over Bank Hol weekends!? :classic_wink: x

Good to hear all's well now!

Thanks both - no I'm not on antibiotics yet - I get cystitis quite often so just manage it with lots of water and non acidic stuff for 4-5 days and if that doesn't clear will give in to medication! Hope you're ok Doreen? xx

Started with cystitis this morning!

Sorry I missed your post Mary - I do feel a bit better this morning thanks :)

Hope you're foot's improving?

Glad you're doing well diet wise but that doesn't sound good about Nik and Davina I think the young ones sometimes take advantage and don't consider others feelings. I'm still feeling rotten - no energy - not like me - so just eating toast in the main. Take care xx

Looking good and might count for a few ounces on the scales on Friday! xx

I had a rough day yesterday -picked up Phil's bug - ate what I fancied inc rubbish which made me feel worse - silly me - better today but our neighbour's having a Royal Wedding party - will need to be careful! Will keep food light. EDIT: didn't go next door - feel washed out - Phil went to...

You sound very busy - glad the dog's gone - makes things a bit easier for you - annoying to see no movement on the scales but that could be fluid retention - it's annoying when our bodies don't reward us with the losses we deserve but sounds like you're very motivated - keep going and you know...

I lost 1.5bs this week

There you go - perhaps you'll wear them more often now summer's here - I think when we lose lots of weight - it sometimes feels awkward to wear different styles - wonder if it takes time to accept we're smaller? Sorry Albert was grumpy - was that a bit annoying having made the effort to visit...

Wow Doreen - that's amazing - even more so when it's unexpected :banana_dancer:

Lots of styles out there including more casual stuff but you'll have to hurry if you're buying it for the big wedding ;)

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Thank you - ooh will we be having photos or even a mini fashion parade on your thread?

Thanks Pierce and congrats on your little one!

Welcome - sounds like you're doing well and good to read your health's improving. xx

A nice day here but not done much as I don't have a lot of energy - ooh but I did take the top off the ironing pile - the rest will have to wait! Phil does his own trousers cos I make a pig's ear of the creases! Brunch: bacon, mushroom omelette with quite a big salad Asda Vinegraitte dressing...

Sorry to read about Albert - I expect it is difficult for him - glad he has you and Richard to visit. An excellent pre WI day there Doreen - here's hoping the scales make you smile :)

Well done on what could had the potential to get nasty. Glad you're ignoring the scales - their variations can be very frustrating but we know if we're consistent the weight WILL come off!

Ah sorry to read about your foot - hope it heals soon - you're doing really well to stick to the plan - so easy to convince ourselves that we a 'valid' excuse! :classic_eek:

Keep going everyone! I lost 1.5lbs this week - thanks again Sazmajig

That's the spirit Doreen! There's still 14 days to go (inc today) :classic_smile:

Tasty day's food there Doreen! I hope you modelled your dress/leggings outfit at the cafe - I think we get used to wearing what we're comfortable in - I've only just got back into wearing jeans/trousers - I used to feel self conscious but live in them again now! Yes get your early nights in -...

Hope you're 100% now?

You're doing well - weight fluctuations are annoying!

Thanks for that - this is a daft question but does courgette cake taste courgetty (in the way that carrot cake doesn't taste of the little orange sticks!)

Woke up feeling really tired this morning after a good night's sleep - so think I have the bug Phil had a few days ago - thankfully it didn't last long - might go back to bed in a bit. I don't feel hungry yet but here's the plan for the day: Brunch: some kind of omelette with a big salad, 1...

Wow you must have done everything right with your courgettes - I'm not keen on them - I read that the texture changes if they're frozen/defrosted - so if I have too many I could freeze them then try making a soup or just give them away.

Ooh that's handy to have access to the school veggies - are you expected to tend/water them too? Good about the rasps too - easy to look after and I love them and they're quite expensive in the shops aren't they?

Well done on your 2lb loss - today's been another good one for you - well done!

Missed this post too - am I losing my marbles??? I love bacon sarnies - my favourite snack esp with melted cheese :classic_roll_eyes: Ooh a meat pie - love them too - an idea for my WI day next week. Yes it'll be good to meet up with Davina (and is it her sister too?) Glad sleep helps - it's...

I missed this post somehow - it's been an strange week - MiL's on my mind all the time and I get jumpy when the phone rings. I get a real kick out of sowing seeds (sad me!) Nothing wrong with bedding plants - as you say they brighten up the garden over the summer. Oops I meant Aussies seem...

Thanks - not disheartened - just greedy for bigger losses!

The cafe sounds like a welcoming & friendly place - you do well not to have the goodies they probably have there too! Glad you were able to walk - a good sign that you're healing but don't overdo it ;) A low food day again - well done - why is the rice 2 syns I wonder? I thought it was free...

Thanks Mary!

How are you today Doreen? I lost 1.5lbs today - had hoped for more after my strict week but better than an sts or gain! Brunch treat!: bacon & cheese sarnie HEA +??, ff yog, lemon bun from a lovely bakery ??syns Snack: banana D: SW lasagne, SW chips, SW flapjacks ?? syns Drinks: coffee with ss...

Glad you're improving Doreen and your arm's much better - is your knee improving too? I do hope so. You say not much to report - your day sounds pretty varied to me esp with your knee! Another brilliant SW day too - don't know how you can only drink half a cider - amazing willpower! Reckon...

Home grown veggies taste good don't they (when you get a chance to eat them!) interesting for your son too although it's a long wait for some crops I find finely crushed eggshells put the slugs off - if you fancy trying that ask your family/friends & neighbours to save them for you! I don't...

How are you feeling today Doreen? Well another sunny day - I planned my day's food but Phil suggested going out for lunch at the local pub - it has lovely gardens and a tasty menu plus they're v happy to change things to SW way! Also a shortish walk! Back to sowing - lots of herbs- my dil/son...

Yes odd to think asparagus is a luxury here and it apparently grows on the roadsides etc in Oz! I think I'm a bit weird when it comes to gardening - I get a kick out of growing stuff from seeds - never sure if all the things I've sown will produce edible stuff but this year I've sown 3 types of...

Wow that's great - well done!

Been sowing more seeds today and doing boring paperwork - where does it all come from? I've tried some new things this year - sowed some aspaargus seed but they take 3 years before you can eat them :classic_err_what: they're expensive in the shops aren't they? My DiL lived in Australia for a...

Hi - Thanks - yes it's a great site - not as busy as it used to be - not sure why? You're doing well - I hope you'll get support to get you motivated! I share a diary with Nanny Doreen (too a long story to explain!) we'd welcome you popping in - we try to keep it light hearted - here's the...

Oh no - you're having a few rough days - hoe your parents are coming home soon? You're doing well to stick to the diet - well done!

Hope you can work your diet around your shift patterns - it must be a challenge

Oh - these stomach bugs are a nightmare but good to read you're on the mend - take care.

That's a very light and tasty day there young lady :classic_big_grin: Pity you've got a longer journey to see your brother esp with your knee - how are you feeling today? But it's good you'll have company when you go to Haverhill.

Welcome back! Your stats are similar to mine - I too am on the scenic route but mine includes regular ups and downs - even though I go to SW classes! Good luck :classic_smile:

Thanks for your likes - hope you'll find posting on this site helps with the diet - good luck!

Hee Hee - I'm not really a night owl - just concerned about my MiL she's terminally ill and now weighs less that 4 stone - a difficult time as you can imagine. Yes as you say - if we stick to the plan we'll get there. Your french toast looks good.

Well done on your swimming - sounds like a busy day there - our weight can fluctuate can't it? But it's a nuisance - you've done so well - it could be a blip.

Ah he's lovely!

Quiet here today - hope you're enjoying your weekend.

Oh - missed this one too??? Ah well done to your brother - I like kippers but never think to buy them - fancy one right now - my Mum used to serve them with butter oooh! A tasty on plan day again - I can feel your gain melting away ;)

Missed this yesterday! A good and tasty day!

Phil's Mum who's 88 and in poor health - was rushed into hospital last night and is seriously ill. So my mind's not really on the diet but mustn't go bonkers. Had the usual omelette for b'fast just fancied a cheese and onion salad for lunch, low cal dressing 1 syn dinner - the last of the lamb...

Glad you were able to get to class - you'll get that 4lbs off v soon - think we all find it does if we get back to the plan straight away and your plan for the day looks ultra good!! Thanks Franimal - I'm enjoying being a Soroptomist!

Hi - sounds nice - checked SW Syns online - if that the 78g pot it's 2.5 syns - but I'm sure you'll work that into your allowance if that's the case :)

Well done - that's an amazing loss Mini - good idea of Mary's too!

Weather's not as good here today - feels cooler and breezy - don't fancy a long session in the garden - the seeds would be all over the place! I formally joined Soropotomists last night (a women's volunteering organisation who support women and children in need) I've been a few times to check it...

You're bound to lose that half at your next WI - as you say a stone in 3 weeks is wonderful - a premature well - l done! Are you enjoying the difference and clothes starting to loosen up?

Hee Hee - the only thing is those pesky spiders will make more webs just keep me busy!

Hope all's well Doreen? Went shopping today for silly bits like bar tender's friend - it's the only thing that gets my white sink in the kitchen clean - handy for other stuff but not many places stock it - the 'treated' myself to a long handled duster thingy - go me - you'd think I was keen on...

Glad you've got a lot done - you sound calmer to day - hope it stays that way!

Oh dear - sorry to read your son, your ex and the dog have been playing up - you could do without that - although your later posts were a little brighter. You're doing really well to keep to the diet - it would have been understandable if you'd turned to food for comfort - so well done for...

Thanks - I shd have said I'm also wearing size 16 jeans too and size 12 tops - different brands vary don't they?

Hoping Doreen's in less pain? Good luck 2moro if you're able to get to class. Hee Hee = I find that different brands vary in size - I bought some size 14 M&S trousers today and they fit but I was wearing Asda size 16 and I usually find them generous! Went to Prestatyn today to meet my sister...

Good to see you posting Doreen!! x

Yes you're right Mary - I used to regularly lose 1.5 or 2 pounds a week but in the last few months (even on good weeks) I'm regularly losing less, staying the same or gaining even when I've had a reasonable week. My shape is changing too - I'm pear shaped and my hip bones will never shrink but...

Your day doesn't sound the best but only a few hours to go - hope your son's was ok after school? Could the dog being there throwing out your son's routine I wonder - or of course it could just be a typical but occasional thing that children do at times? Many years ago when my boys were about...

Let's hope so - busy week and will be eating out a few times - so plan, plan, plan! The sun came back this afternoon after a gloomy cool morning!

Thanks again Sarah - I hope to be reporting a loss v soon :classic_err_what: I can only repeat Franimal's message to everyone. I gained a pound this week - bit disappointed as I've been ill and not eating much but obviously I ate too much!

No Doreen again - hope she's alright and her knee's not playing up. Well I put a pound on this week - bit disappointed as I didn't much at all when I was ill but that said when I did eat I didn't count HEXs and Syns but I will hopefully lose that next week. I've also not felt like exercising...

Ah that's a special marathon for you then - I'm sure your Dad's very proud of you (not just for the running tho ;) ) xx

Didn't notice it until I saw your note to Doreen - so thanks to Doreen really - good luck - it's for a good cause! xx

Lovely weather again so I've just popped in from the garden for a cuppa! Hope Doreen's feeling better again? Phil's making some raised beds for me to grow the veg - I've always thought they were a good idea but never asked for them - so I'm excited about them (sad me!) We very rarely go out...

Oh no about the dog! Yes it's worth doing that with spring onions - halving your costs ;) Always a good idea to ring the changes with our meals - keeps us on track I reckon!

Lovely meal there! I love spring onions - I put them in everything so I grow lots of them & don't take up much room either! Oh no with the dog - hope your parents sorted it :eek: A great loss - chuffed for you that you're losing faster - are you doing anything different this time I wonder? You...

Hee Hee about your Dad! I'm the same as him but ny hubby deals with it all and I have AA cover in case he's not around! You've done well with your syns again - enjoy 2moro

Hee Hee about the man points! Your food's looking great esp the chips! Hee Hee about the syns - enjoy them while you can!

Glad your neighbours are moving on. You and I are the only people I know who find the overnight oats leave me hungry - I've been to so many SW classes over the years & everyone raves over them - so thought I mention them.

EDITED: to add dinner! Lovely weather again - hope your knee's a bit better again today and you'll be out admiring your newly mown garden ;) I'll be out in mine later - didn't sleep well last night - not sure why - hope it wasn't cos I was thinking about the plants :O I didn't fancy...

Ah lovely to hear about your son - you must be very proud of him but I can imagine it could be annoying having to pose for photos esp for strangers. V pleased about your fabulous loss - that's amazing in such a short time! Wonder if any of these appeal for b'fast...

Sounds like you've had a good time - your food and syns are looking good esp your sexy b'fast - I think SW is a great diet and never understand why I fall off the wagon at time :( Hee Hee will you be taking your son to the festival again to do those photos?

That made me smile too - I love gardening - well growing veg, salad, herbs and fruit that is - not keen on growing flowers but have some to brighten up the place ;) I drive myself nuts for weighing too often - like Franimal - I don't know why I do it either??

SATURDAY 5 MAY Another good food day Doreen :) How is your knee been today? Are the painkillers mask the pain for you? Isn't it lovely to have this weather? I've been in the garden for hours today - weeding, sowed some peas, salad leaves and a few different flowers. Not like me but I've had...

I'm a member of the coat hanger/zip technique too! The variation in clothes sizes also drives me nuts - for many years - I cut off the size label when I don't like the number - I'm an expert on self kidology ;) See you're keeping up the good work on the food front - well done!

Good to hear!

Positive thinking will get you there!

Yes I'll try to make more of an effort this week .... let's see I hope I don't go overboard.

That's good - hopefully thoughts of your fab loss will keep you on track :classic_smile:

You're right - it isn't normal - in fact the NHS website describes it as a mental health problem. Over the years I have thought... and over-thought about the reason for it - all I've come up with so far is that I do it as a reward for dieting all week and want to have a day of no restrictions...

Ooh that's a good that you're moving more and a good job done Doreen - and at a great price too! It'll be good to sit in the garden and enjoy the view :)

It's my main dieting goal to stop having a WI day binge - then playing catch up all week - so stupid & I get annoyed with myself - I really need to ditch that habit! Your syns are nice and low - so you can have some nice things later on. Try not to do too much if you're tired - know that's easy...

Thanks SarahandMolly - I'm enjoying the Red/Green days so far but my sign in name describes my dieting style - so who knows how long it'll last :classic_roll_eyes: I love EE/Extra Easy but I find myself eating more free food than I really need - so having to measure things like potatoes, rice...

Glad you're able to move more - hopefully now you're beginning to improve - you'll feel better each day.

I love chorizo - brings a yummy flavour to everything & syns are too bad either. I have a bingeing problem - esp on my WI days - then I'm playing catch up all week till WI - then start all over again :(

Well done Doreen and Sarah!

Well done your loss - good idea to join SW - steps up the motivation factor I reckon ;)

Glad your coil's working and about the earrings. Yes I think the tomatoes could well split the yogurt - better to use toms. Tea sounds tasty - hope your day goes well.

Well done Doreen - always good to have a loss - but when we've been partying it's a bonus but you were careful the rest of the time - hoping your pain is lessening?

Another good day in the bag - hope you're feeling better today?

A great day foodwise Doreen but a tough day with your knee - hope it's less painful 2moro - good luck at the scales.

Edited: didn't fancy the pasta bake for dinner - instead had a baked potato HEA cheese and a big salad and 2 syns of low call salad dressing, didn't make the scones either! HEB bread and powdered peanut butter (you mix it with water) not bad at all but not quite the same as the real thing...

Won't be making those flapjacks again - no taste really - maybe the bananas weren't ripe enough?

Gosh you're busy with your handiwork - I'm pear shaped and love Aline skirts too - as you say you don't often see them in the shops - when I do I grab them! Your jewellery ideas sound interesting too, Glad the coil is suiting you. I wouldn't worry about the amount you eat whilst you're losing...

Well done - another good loss - keep it up!

I'm not surprised - that's a brilliant result! Try to stay focused this week and you should hit the 15s - you're so close now!

Yes let's hope Doreen's leg's better soon - how are you feeling now Mary? I'm feeling a lot better today thanks Mary - this is getting more like a hospital ward or Dr's waiting room than a diet forum :classic_roll_eyes: seriously tho I hope you'll both be feeling 100% very soon.

Hee Hee - I was a bit slow on the uptake there :classic_roll_eyes: if I had to participate in that I'd be going around starkers - not a pretty sight! I used to make lots of clothes but not these days! Good on you for doing so - it's a soothing hobby I think with lots of options and an all...

Enjoy your time off work - glad all was ok about the fence too - you're doing well - keep it up!

Looking good - keep going and you'll be taking another pic just like that before too long! Did predictive text take over here? :classic_err_what: Guess what fool didn't register it was me made may.

Thursday 3 May Weather a bit gloomy here but finally feeling better - will do some exercise and hopefully sow more veg seeds if weather permits - catch up on jobs - not very exciting! RED DAY B: bacon omelette, 15g cheese part HEA, orange & apple L: speed soup, berries, ff yogurt D: SW...

Wow! So pleased for you - 2 stone off in 18 weeks - what an achievement - hope you're on Cloud !! :0clapper: :thankyouthankyou: :winner:

I really enjoyed it - I've just read thro the recipe I posted again and adjusted a few things - reviews on the original recipe mentioned it was bland so I adjusted the seasoning, herbs plus I mixed an beef stock cube with the raw mince. Here's the original recipe if you'd like to read it -...

Syn Free Cheese Burger - 4 x HEAs - 3 or 4 Servings Ingredients (I've adjusted these from the original recipe cos I found some of the ingredients were too bland for my taste - adjust as you see fit & use other herbs/seasoning if preferred) 350g extra lean beef mince (I used 500g mince as...

It was delicious - I had a 500g pack of mince so increased the other ingredients and it made enough for 4 generous portions! I thought the recipe was written in a waffley way but it was easy to make - will be a regular on the menu here from now on ;) I've posted the recipe here - I've tried to...

Hope you sleep tonight Doreen and get an appointment in the morning if you're still in pain - take care. x

You really deserve a good loss after this week's planning/food/willpower - hope water retention doesn't affect you - know it'll be annoying but it WILL come off v soon - fingers crossed :classic_smile:

Low syns today/ yummy food and a lovely plan for 2moro!

Welcome - as you'll see I didn't set this thread up but it's open to all - good luck! I didn't go to class yesterday cos I felt rough with sinus problems but think I would have lost as I had a good week - partly due to feeling unwell! I'll weigh in next week!

Ah that's a lovely age! Well done on your good deed but boo to the pharmacy!

I will let you know about the recipe - yes reckon you did the right thing - once we tell children one thing - they're not happy when we change are they?

Hi - I was very sorry to read about all your problems - you make some of them sound quite matter of fact yet they're serious medical conditions - you seem like a determined person - I hope that will help you with your problems. I hope you do more than lurk - and keep posting - I'll have a look...

Oooh thank you I'll have a look at those - didn't think of looking on Minis duh!! :classic_confused: EDIT: I've bookmarked a lovely cheesy potato bake already will be hunting for more !

Ah Doreen - sorry to read about your fall - it gives us a shock too doesn't it - you're doing the right thing to rest - you did well to manage to drive home - I hope you recover really quickly. Miserable weather today :classic_frown: feeling a bit better so will catch up with jobs - would've...

Another on plan day in the bag! :classic_smile:

I don't like wasting food either esp if I cooked it from scratch! SF jelly is so handy and feels like a treat when I have it after my main meal. Scales are looking good - here's hoping we all achieve our losses on the challenge - I think they help us to stay on track although had a poor April...

Ooh I remember the cheese-in-the middle recipe now - must do that soon - I wish I liked cottage cheese - I'll only eat it cooked in recipe! Glad things are improving with your ex - how old is your son? Miserable weather again today hope it's better with you.

What a pain it is when we choose a recipe - cook it and it's a disappointment as we look forward to our meals don't we - esp the main one of the day. I found a cheese burger recipe today - you might like to try it some time here it is - http://www.slimmingeats.com/blog/cheeseburger-quiche it...

Well I wouldn't be too concerned about your evening treats cos you're still within your syns - looks like a good day to me inc the exercise ;) and hope work calms down for you.

Hi - I've just caught up with your diary - I don't know how you slipped off my radar as I'm 'following' you????? I'm very impressed with all your efforts and delighted at your first week's loss - even if that's part water - it's still fabulous. Glad to read things have improved withe your ex -...

Thanks - I remember a bit about red/green & found some stuff on the net - will keep looking to see if I can find everything I need. I've enjoyed today's food - probably cos it's different 'rules'!

Yes I'm doing a Red day today - have had to check that I'm doing it right thro the day! Hope your day's going well.

No Doreen - hope you're ok? Still feeling washed out so not going to class today - thought about doing an SP day but going to try doing some Red/Green days - I used to do well on those - it'll be a change too - Doreen please keep your eye on me and let me know if I'm doing things wrong - if my...

Oooh I hate going to the dentist - good luck with your new start today - as you say you've had a good start already!

Well done on what sounds like a stressful day - hope today's much better!

Food's looking good!

Thanks - the sinuses are not as bad now - just feel tired but that'll go soon I'm sure! xx

Hee Hee Mary - just think - years ago our Mums would have worn dresses/jackets/hat & gloves & matching handbags to naming ceremonies/christenings in those days! Less sinus pain now - so on the mend - just feel really tired! How's your sinus today?

Welcome - here's to good losses from 2moro!

Thanks - hope your days going well - weather's dull and cold here too! Edit: As the day's gone on - the weather's improved - blue sky and much warmer - even the birds are singing!

I feel really rough today - Phil said I looked it too :classic_wink: so won't be doing much - don't have the energy - hopefully I'll feel better as the day goes on. Edit: Still feel rough - just eaten bacon and cheese sarnies and some biscuits - that's all I fancy.

Yes good fitting bras do make a difference and having a few new clothes that fit well do too - lifts our spirits somehow - you've come a long way Doreen - know you'll carry on - well done - I'm really pleased for you! :classic_smile:

Good luck - here's hoping the weather improves and motivates us!

Glad you're feeling better about the car and your boss is understanding. Yes I find when I exercise I stick to the diet better too - think that's cos I don't want to 'waste' the effort I've put into exercise :classic_smile: here's to a good week!

Wow well done! :classic_smile:

Lovely post there Doreen - wow your sister's done well with her gastric band - sounds like you've had a lovely time and it'll be lovely to see the grandchildren 2moro too. Interesting about the medium too it's fascinating isn't it - I've been a couple of times and lovely that you heard your...

Lots of speed and variety there - all for 13 syns too - a great day! I'll be interested to read how the bagels turn out - could just eat one now!

Well another lovely day out there - I will do a bit in the garden - just plant a few seeds in trays or something easy later but still feeling rough. Hope Doreen's enjoying herself :classic_smile: Brunch: bacon, cheese HEA, omelette, mushrooms and melon D: chilli con carne made with lots of veg...

Thanks- olbas oil usually does the trick but the sinus is hanging around for too long this time!

....well how did your hubby respond? :classic_wink:

Not sure - could be that the recipe's changed?

Ooh your food sounds lovely - well done for making the effort - I'll be copying those soon!

Reckon you'll have that 2 stone shiny very soon :classic_smile:

Lovely to see your post - Happy Birthday and your Anniversary - Diane's put it very well - I can't add to that - the main thing is that you're back on plan and posting - I think it's harder to get back on the diet that to start one somehow - well done! :classic_smile:

Still feeling under the weather but did about 2 hours gardening today - better than nothing!

Oops posted on the wrong thread :classic_err_what: and the system won't let me leave it blank - so I'll tell you I'm still struggling with my sinuses - weather's been brighter so spent 2 hours gardening so hopefully burnt some calories off and food's been good so far today :classic_wink: hope...

I like BBC Good food recipes too - not used any Tesco ones - must try them - glad you meant pig in a good way ;)

Hi - just checked SW online - they're half a syn each

I agree with Lilly - you shd be proud about making changes- those seasonings sound lovely - hope you like them - let us know how you get on! I like to try different things too but I'm also quite fussy about my food and cos all food's restricted in some way when I'm dieting (like forever) I...

Hello there!

Weather brightened up here today even the sun came out - it was lovely and warm in sheltered places - long may in continue!

Hope Doreen's enjoying herself :classic_smile: Well sun's shining out there and the birds are singing - so sorted my seedlings - spent a couple of hours in the garden - the runner beans, salad and herbs are really coming on now Brunch: bacon, omelette 1 syn sauce and a speed fruit salad D...

Thanks - it is a nuisance.

Blimey I bet you had a shock about the car but glad no-one was hurt and the damage isn't too bad. I know what you mean about losing the same pound - I'm hoping with the summer coming up (I hope!) we'll all feel more motivated - your running should do the same plus burning off lots of calories!

That's a good loss this month and a fantastic one in total :classic_smile:

Glad you enjoyed your night out - you did well with your syns - hope you'll find a solution to your takeaway - some are pretty good - there's lots of choice on SW site. A nuisance about your ex! Enjoy your swim and enjoy your day!

Sinus problems do seem to be a bit weird - I get a pain under my left eye - I find it exhausting after a day or two - I agree that a warm flannel in that area helps too! I'm sure Doreen will let us know how she got on soon!

Well done on your speed - your baked potato's very impressive too - any change for the better's bound to help our weight loss especially when they become a good new habit! If I were you I wdn't be concerned at eating similar things at this stage (unless you feel you might get bored and become...

Wow you're doing so well - gold star indeed :classic_smile: you're losing so well and impressively controlled - you earned your night out - if you like cheese you could use up your spare HEA, rice pud if you like it, a milky hot drink or adjust the water content & add to SF jelly? You're doing...

If no-one else wants to update the s/sheet during your hols - I'll do it - thanks for setting up another challenge - your honeymoon sounds wonderful! Weigh in day - Tuesday Target for the month - 5lbs No holiday dates

Well done that's amazing - know I couldn't do it - how much would you like to lose?

Today's food: Brunch: small portion of leek & potato soup, half a portion of SF strawberry jelly 1/4 syn, skyr, crushed meringue 2.5 syns: D: lean lamb, a big pile of leeks, carrots and cauli, the other half portion of jelly 1/4 syn, quark with 1 tsp low cal drink choc 1 syn Snack: banana...

I use a facial steamer with menthol - I like to try to sort it out before going to the Doc - it's effective but my sinus area aches and I feel washed out - my nose is dry not runny sorry if that's tmi! I'll take painkillers if the pain lingers too long.

Still feeling rough but bravely plodding on :classic_err_what: Very unusually for me - I've not eaten anything yet - but will have some leek & potato soup for lunch not sure what I fancy for the rest of the day.

No I wasn't - I'm struggling with my sinuses this week so had an early night - - any tips to help me? Wow that must have been a big change in temp!

That's a great day! I'll look forward to seeing how you turn your food shop into tasty meals and snacks :classic_smile:

Well done! I'm not proud of my April losses either - here's to a good May for us all! Wow you've set yourself a great challenge sarahand molly - that'll really help with your weight.

Sorry to read about your car - a horrible feeling. A pound's a good loss - think of half a bag of sugar coming off somewhere on your body! Ooh let us know what you've cooked - I always need inspiration! xx

Sitting here inside it looks like a lovely day but having been for a walk I know better - it's like yesterday - flipping cold and windy :( so don't fancy working in the garden in that - anyway the seeds I want a plant would just blow away! I feel hungry today - so will make a soup! B: I was...

Yes weather's cool and windy here today too! Glad you've decided which diet to do - good luck!

Well done on your losses - you've almost lost half a stone now - but I'm not surprised you feel a little disappointed - your food looks so healthy, varied and fully on plan - your speed was amazing last week! If you go to a class your consultant may be able to advise - if you're doing it solo -...

H- - hope all's well with you Mini x

:classic_roll_eyes: well today's been ok and I feel full - so think today's ok.

Glad you enjoyed your chicken & rice - we need tasty meals to help us keep on track - I enjoyed my sausage casserole too - felt like a treat - I put lots of veg in too. Yes cake is a danger zone for me too! But the flapjacks are an HEB plus 1 syn - so not bad for a treat. The carrot cake tray...

Good luck Doreen!

30 mins walking at weekend and today wish the weather would improve!

Well done C Ghost - we'll have to call you Ghost v soon!!

Cool & windy here today but I did walk along the prom this morning for 30 mins - pity I would have liked to do some gardening but will do some boring house stuff instead. Brunch: broccoli and cheese HEA soup and an apple & a satsuma, sugar free jelly half a syn with free skyr D: I bought some...

Not a bad day - damn bread - it's so addictive :classic_roll_eyes: the rest was a perfect SW day! Hope today's better for you (and me!) x

Thanks - glad you got your boundary problem sorted but what a hassle before that! Oh you're like me then - not a shopper - I do pretty much all my shopping online if Aldi only was set up for it ;)

Thanks for updating Sarah - not a good month for me but 6 more April days so will do my best! Good luck to everyone else!

Now the weather's improving (well we saw the sun for a bit last week!) hopefully we'll all be more active. Lost 2.5lbs yesterday so I was pleased - need to keep it up now!

How about emailing the airlines - would have thought they'd be able to answer your query - their replies should be helpful and reassure you. Enjoy yourself x