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    TOMORROW NEW START ON L.L.

    Hi What's New, Things have been up and down for me with mamouth blow out Saturday ending in the full Indian Takeaway!!!!! After that I decided it was time I behaved like an adult and stop doing this to myself. Since then manged to hold self together but not easy at all. Have been to my...
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    My Colonic... (errr, hopefully it ain't too graphic!)

    Hi, just to add to the Colonic Saga. I had my fourth only last week and can say I find a benefit. I don't however feel an instant lightness or look like a size 10, but a lot comes out shall we say! :sign0131: I had my first Colonic last year after I began food and stated toexperince...
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    First weigh in and amazed!!

    That's Brill, It's worth the money and the pain. Keep it going Sam xx
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    TOMORROW NEW START ON L.L.

    Thanks for the support, you are right I do want to do it, and sunday is another day. Back to basics then and will have to keep myself busy as starting from scratch is hard. Take Care Sam xx
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    Bit depressing, sorry....

    Thought your poems were so true and from the heart. They choked me, but in a good way. I belive most of us have something inside to a greater or lesser extent we need to deal with and challenge. As I get closer to it, it is often harder to put all my good strategies in place. I too find my...
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    TOMORROW NEW START ON L.L.

    Hello Hi Folks, :) May I join you on the path to straight and narrow? I too felt fab to get to goal, and even kept it off for a while but thought I could go it alone!!!!! Hi Crooked is that? So now I am back after eventually telling myself I can't get any fatter and started a...
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    Bye

    I've only been offline for a week! You are certainly not a failure, and I hope to see you back soon when you are redy for the last challenge. :patback: Do take care, and lots of love and support being sent your way Sam xx :wavey:
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    Photo update / Want to finish

    You look fab in your pictures, and wonder if that is part of the problem? It was for me, getting past or to a stage had not done for years so the chatterbox gets working. Glad you are giving things a few more weeks. My only advice is if you start to do more harm than good (if you know what I...
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    Sorry...its a moan...I need help please.

    Hi Sarah, what can I say, but like the others on Mini ..... you have done so so well and it's hard to sometimes keep motivated even with the great loss we have experienced at LL/CD et al. As I read your post about wanting to begin that chapter of your life with your family in a healthy way...
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    Negative Comments

    Bless you! :hug99: There was no need for that was there? We all invite negative comments at one time or another, we don't actually want people to agree with us and kick us while down! Glad you are out the other side and are building your strategy for when you are at the weight/shape you want...
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    I'm Starting Management Tomorrow

    You look lovely in your photo, but I so understand about 'Feeling Fat' and our heads needing to catch up. I am sure it will click in at some point. Your meals sound great and like all of us will find a meal which keeps the hunger pangs at bay. will watch with interest, but keep up the good...
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    when do you know when to stop this diet ?

    Good Luck with it all and take care Sam xx
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    Food Doctor

    Let us know what you decide. Have just had my nose in The Food Dr Book again after refusing to look at it to see about the combibations of food for somebody. What has took you off the straight and narrow? Remember despite snacking, they are all good things and not a couple of portions of...
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    I want to Eat!!!!!!

    Thanks again for the support. I must say this week is one of the hardest and you would imagine it should be easy at this end of the game. Complacency is my problem, but whatever happens come Sunday I will eat a juicy piece of Salmon!!!! Sam xx
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    when do you know when to stop this diet ?

    Hi, I think the vague answer is when you feel personally ready to stop, but I would suggest when in a healthy range or at least near it. I notice tyu are going to have surgery. Is this booked, or your thought at this time? Have any surgeons advised how much you will lose wight wise witht he...
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    I'm Starting Management Tomorrow

    Hi Jo, sorry if this has already been suggested, but I noted from your comments you felt hungry a few times. As you know I am not quite there management wise (sunday I hope!) but from previously following my Food Dr Diet I remember when I followed the advice about having certain foods...
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    Just how much body fat can you ultimately lose? Development/Management

    Hi Mrs & all, yes as suggested earlier if do not have own scales which measure all sorts of bizzare things which I had never thought about before (Mine also measure my H20 content!!!!), wouls suggest Boots, a chemist or gym. My scales were out of argos some years ago and are WW ones. I...
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    The last stone mission......ROLL UP!!!!

    Thanks for the congrats. It just goes to show one day you have control, the next ...... At least you have the guts to get up on stage and do what you enjoy. I wish I had the confidence to sing (can't sing) but hey. What stage are you at Lena?
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    A quick hello from a new member!

    Welcome and really well done. Have another good week and keep us posted on your weight loss. Take Care Sam xx
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    Just how much body fat can you ultimately lose? Development/Management

    Not done my body fat amount on my scales for a while, so feel inspired to jump on my scales! :scale: Obviously Mrs you know I am not quite there Manangement wise either, but just wanted to add that I think most of us have plenty of body fat left to go and it seems most of us have quoted that...
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    ME AGAIN...

    Hi, nice to see you are back and ready for action. I had this weight block on LL at around 11 stone (pre LL it was the 14st stubborn block!). I think it's because that was my wedding day weight and I felt and looked good. Sabotaged myself for the week but found hard to get back in the game...
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    I want to Eat!!!!!!

    Thank You. Well I did go upstairs, had a veg pack and later a choc pudding and custard and sat reading the management material. I felt plased not fell off the wagon, and today is another day. It is so strange how one way or another we try to sabotage ourselves. At least we have this and...
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    I want to Eat!!!!!!

    I have just had a mini debate with myself and husband about whether I was going to eat something from the local Take away!!!!! :devilangel: Hubby is going to have an Indian Meal, and we discussed the pros and cons of me having maybe a chicken Tikka starter or something similar. I know would...
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    The last stone mission......ROLL UP!!!!

    I have lost 5lbs this Saturday and am chuffed as chuffed can be. :bliss::bliss::bliss::bliss::bliss::bliss::bliss::bliss::bliss: Although dreamed of such a loss, never thought would get it at this stage of the game :party0011: I have taken enough packs for another full week and have the...
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    June Challenge - 118lbs lost :)

    5 lbs off this Saturday!!!!! Can't believe at this stage of the game. thanks Sam xx
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    Attention from the opposite sex!!!!!!

    So glad you had an all round fab night! Compliments, old & new friends as well as being able to decline a night of passion!!!!! Here's to LL, Confidence and that new world Sam xxx
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    shock, surprise, delight...all of that!

    Just wanted to add a very well done, and like you say with your exercise regime, LL and mindset it will not only fly by but you may be happy at another healthy goal. Keep up the excellent work and finally agree about the buzz of exercise, I actually love it and wonder when else I can get to...
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    My before, 100 day and after photos

    You look great, Wow ..... what a difference Sam xx
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    Yorkiegirl moves into management

    Great Stuff - into week 3 already, What extra choices have you got for week 3? Not long for my salmon! after weigh in Saturday, will do one more week and join you keep us posted Sam
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    Losing weight in weird places

    I recommend the sit ups. Been doing an abs class at the leisure centre for last couple of months and made huge difference. Convinced that's why I have a waist and not just down to LL. It was torture the first month and I have always always hated any sit up type things, but told myself had to...
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    Losing weight in weird places

    I have lost that bit of the tum which actually started under the boobs which made me look pregnant despite my 'Babies' being 6 & nearly 3! LOL. Arms look good and agree with earlier post, I have a collar bone and cheekbones like my children!!!! Theighs a bit of dissapointment, although...
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    Negetive stroke

    yes just to add had a reaction last night when met with group of friends. First comment from one (she was half cut by time I arrived!) 'Sam ...... Don't lose anymore, you arn't going to loose anymore are you' and so it went on. I forgot to say the BMI answer, but did say as I laughed it off...
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    Argument with b/f - Chinese and Wine :-(

    Sorry to hear about argument, hope it's something which can be sorted. Most of us have some issue or another to a greater or leser extent, so we can't expect to let old habits to go straight away or even dissapear forever. Try hard to get back on the horse, chalk up the food to a learing...
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    The last stone mission......ROLL UP!!!!

    Just catching up on the posts! Sorry a bit late in the debate, but just to add I also weigh self most days, and at the minute it is daily. I try hard not to feel demotivated when step on scales and up a pound and tell myself it's just water! I hope once at my personal goal I can obsess...
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    Negetive stroke

    Cheeky Mc Cheeky! Not sure how you kept your cool. I agree is a bit of denial there, how could you not notice two stone loss on a collegaue you sit near. Don't worry, you will be laughing on the other side of the sellotape Sam
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    Food Doctor

    Hi, I love the food doctor!!Ian Marber! I am currently on LL, but for the year previous on/off when my head was in the right place I followed his recipies and plans with great success. This was because it was not about calories (so sorry can't help you on that .... (although will have a...
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    Happy Birthday SoonBeSlim... It'sTrue!

    Thank you, it was brill and glad to report no cheats! Look forward to next months challenge, see you then sam xx
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    Official Post Holiday Weigh In

    Brill Cath, you see all was not lost, fab time and a loss to boot. Every slip is a lessoned learned .... Good Luck on the no alcohol on the next trip Sam xxx
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    Updated photos...Now on management and happy with my weight/size!

    You look wonderful and younger! Well Done, hope management goes well for you Sam xx
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    The last stone mission......ROLL UP!!!!

    Hi Sonkie, I noticed you previously did Lipotrim ..... Is that prescribed or can you access it like LL and CD Well done for good progress Sam
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    The last stone mission......ROLL UP!!!!

    Hi Everybody, It seems you are all going in the right direction. I am pleased to report lost 3lbs on Saturday so edge closer to food. To answer a previous query from Maintainer, I will stay on full packs untill I reach my personal target of 61kg/9st 6lbs or have two more weigh ins. I have...
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    Before & After Photo Thread of Inspiration!!! Post Your photos here!

    I love the pictures of evrybodys progress, I have just sat here with a huge smile on my face seeing how well you have all done. We all know the commitmnet it takes to get where we are So a extra big well done from me :party0038: Sam
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    Before & After Photo Thread of Inspiration!!! Post Your photos here!

    In Search Of Me ....... :wow::party0019::wow: What can I say, you look fab. Well done for being so focussed Keep up the Brill work Sam xx :party0011:
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    I love this too!

    From legs to a posible new job!!!! Good for you. I agree so much that LL has the potential for those of us who are ready for the challenge ..... to literally help you change your life for the better. As you can see, I am also happy to stand on the LL soap box. Keep Happy Sam xx
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    June Challenge - 118lbs lost :)

    Not quite as spectacular as previous months, but off off and blinking off nevertheless ...... 3lbs for me please this week Thankyou Sam xx
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    Happy Birthday SoonBeSlim... It'sTrue!

    Wow ...... Thanks Everybody :thankyou: Can this day get any better? Such a lovely day with family & friends. Take Care All, and have a great night Much Appreciated Sam xx :character00100::nightf:
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    Betty Boo Management Journey

    Hiya, I am pleased to say lost 3lbs and edge closer to my goal. Have a little over 8lbs to loose, but whatever two more weigh ins and will start management and join you all. Am done in now after catering for family and friends. It's my bithday and enjoyed evry minute of it ... No cheats...
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    Are you eating GL I had to ask.

    Yes, it's my birthday Sunday and just finished in kitchen making various salads and buffet style food. I really enjoyed doing it despite me not having anything. will be a test as love that grazing type of fayre!!!!I kept looking in my old cook books for different ideas as got rid of loads of...
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    Are you eating GL I had to ask.

    Is this a new chat up line? LOL It just goes to show that people who do not have issues with food just seem to get on with eating healthily and even prefer it too the stodge. That's my hubby ..... so why did my takeaway habit rub off on him and not the other way round? I see you don't have...
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    Ready to give up - Any advice please

    Hi, I think most of us have a tough time on whatever diet route we attempt at one time or another, me included (despite getting to week 13 and being brill, I then binge for 3 days with only 1 stone to go ..... What's that about, SABOTAGE!) It is good you have spoken to your LLC, and we all...
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    The last stone mission......ROLL UP!!!!

    Thanks for the JUDDD explanation, makes sense but I had never heard of it before. Not sure at this stage I would be able to trust myself and all days would become very up days. I have had a good week and not cheated. as we speka have a tin of biscuits atthe side of me which my daughters...
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    D5 weigh in....

    Blimey size 12 smalls and 6 stone off ......... You are well and truley 'In The Zone'. :party0011::party0049::party0049::party0011: Yes please try for the pictures, may even get my finger out and have a go myself at some point. Sam xx
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    push-up bras are the best

    ok, will try that as need all the help I can get to keep them up nowdays Sam
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    Betty Boo Management Journey

    I will try your Tofu recipe down the line as some weeks to go before management. Things have been much better for me this week with no cheats. I am looking forward to my weigh in Saturday and hope for a good loss. Cross your fingers for me. Keep us posted with your management days/meals Sam
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    Size 12 knickers

    Well Done Mrs 12 :wow::party0019::wow:
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    Question about Danone Activia yoghurts

    I did not realise you had to be so careful with some of the labels. Is it quite hard to get what the management book suggests?
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    I'm smiling

    Hello, or should I say Skinny JO? I imagine you loved the lovely comments and being able to wear your pick of Blues Take Care Sam
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    Dealing with grazing

    Am afraid also not on Management, but pre LL I found planning the weeks meals and then online shopping was helpful in preventing meal wastage (had to be careful with the substitutions or lack of alternative though!!!) If you had extra chicken, did you cook extra for following days or cook...
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    Flip me! I'm Gorgeous!

    Talk about Hot Thoughts! I am glad you feel so positive with your reflection, and indeed why not. Remember that feeling Sam
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    1st time off the rails in 2007 - and the world hasn't ended!

    A really positive post which helped me get things in perspective. Wherever we are on our journeys, it simply is not possible to be perfect all the time for the rest of ... Like Kath said, slim people sometimes eat more than they need because the fancy it or whatever reason. The difference I...
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    I've got no clothes! (and other stuff)

    Well done on the fab loss so far. I agree with some of the other comments about not taking your eye off the ball. I did too for a combination of reasons including the compliments and lack of clothes. Not sure what it is like for men, but primark has ben a god send for me for me to make up...
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    Yorkiegirl moves into management

    You are being really controlled or should I say listening to your bodys needs. I hope I could stop and leave some chicken. although I dream about the fish, chicken of any description was one of my Foods!!!! Another 2lbs off, well done ... you are creating that buffer I hear everybody talk...
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    Progress pictures

    Thank you for sharing with us. Your hair looks brill, and it's easy to see the weight loss in your face. Keep up the good work Sam
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    Betty Boo Management Journey

    Sorry to hear about the car troubles. It's never nice when somebody thinks they have the right to nick your hard earned things and then worse, dump it. Hope you get it sorted. As for the meal, as an avid meat eater, I even started to fancy this tofu! I assume your taste buds are alive to all...
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    I'm Starting Management Tomorrow

    Great stuff! I don't think I realised how soon you go down to two packs. I like you hope to get more into quality food rather than quantity. I suppose this is like some of the more fancy restuarants I have been to before, but sat there commenting at the small portion. No longer...... I think...
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    51lbs in 10 weeks

    Great weight loss, and now downhill all the way (weight I mean!!!) Brillo Pads Sam
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    Scared to start management !!! HELP !!!

    Make sure you keep us posted about the rest of your weight loss and management, and I have just worked out on the caleder we could be starting management the same week which would be good to keep us both motivated. I can see the light at the end of the tunnel Sam
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    Adapting LL to suit yourself?

    Glad you feel in control, and I think ultimatly for me that is what I am striving for ....... or being realistic I am in control more time around food than not. People in my group have talked about food whether planned or binge, however hjave to agree it sets my CB off and sometimes I have...
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    Has counselling helped you?

    I firmly believe the counselling has been and is so important! Like most of us I have dieted one way or another for over 20+ years on/off and this will be the only route I will see through to the end. I have to say, mainly at the begining I wondered what some of the Foundation exercises were...
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    Milestone - The first 'Don't lose too much'

    Hope you have some firm strategies ready for the next time, as we all know there will be a next time! I had such a comment today when a women asked if I meant to loose weight? I cheerfully added ..... Yes. In her defence she did not say anything in tha hushed tone way, but did say I looked...
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    Yo-Yo's Diary

    Good to almost get through that first Day. I use a hand blender at home, but doe work I have a tiny wisk or use a fork. Can be a bit limpy, but generally ok for the soup tend to have. I also try not to draw attention to packs, and people at the moment think I just prefer soup at work...
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    Bloody marvellous!

    Brillo Pads on the size 14. He He, the 16 too big, you are really on your way. I can imagine the said dancing, just pleased security did not try to escourt you off the premises for being too happy. Take Care Sam
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    Adapting LL to suit yourself?

    I suppose at the end of the day it's your journey and your choice. Well done on still getting the weight off during the holidays, and I know many people who either go away on holiday or stay elsewhere for any length of time do plan to eat low carb style and then get back with the program so...
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    Is it weird I don't feel/think I look thinner?...

    It takes us all duffent times and circumstances to notice the weight loss whether that's a few pounds or many stones. Sometimes I can't see the loss despite being in smaller size clothes .... Our heads need to catch up, but they will Sam
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    Scared to start management !!! HELP !!!

    Just to agree with posts, you have done so well already and I am sure with the support of your LLC, this forum and your new fella you will shine through this. Also can't hel management wise as am awaiting this holy grail!!!! take Care, you will be given the tools to get through management Sam
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    How do I deal with this one?

    Sez, I am so so plesed you have decided what is right for you. You may wobble but stuck to your guns and feel fab after you have got through it. Keep us posted Sam xx
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    The last stone mission......ROLL UP!!!!

    Hi, I am on the last hurdle too,want to loose about a stone before move into management on LL program. Excuse my ignorance, waht an earth is jud and the other thing about carbs you talked about? Have you got to your goal? how much left to loose? Sam
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    I have never been so happy!!!

    well done on not selling out. He sounds worth seeing again if can take all of LL on board have a good second date
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    How do I deal with this one?

    ooooh, this is a tuff one. I have read as you say above before that you two have a difficult realtionship and perhaps you are going to attend out of obligation to prevent any necessary upset etc. Firstly I would work out what is the most important thing to you before you consider anything...
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    I have given in!

    However you choose to continue your journey is up to you, and you will still reach your goals. Don't forget all beacuse it did not work out this time with LL, does not mean down the line it won't be for you either. Whatever works at the time is different for us. Keep up the good work Take...
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    Yorkiegirl moves into management

    mmmmm, mixing up the proteins ...... I can't wait. Will have to live through you all for a while food wise. Are you feeling full? are you leaving any? Do you worry about that? Sam
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    Moving to development...

    I have to say agree with the points about devlopment, albeit only done one session so far which I found helpful! I know do not have as long in development as some of you, so may well feel more tempted to go to CD cost wise, then if could go to LL to do Management as from what I understand...
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    Hope for anyone with saggy boobs!

    That is very comforting to hear as scooping them into my Bras is my latest pastime! Keep us posted Sam xx
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    Moving to development...

    Great new on moving into devlopment. Much like some have already said, only one person has moved from our group some weeks ago to go straight into management. The rest of us have stayed together so far in developmemt which started sooner for all of us even though technically we were still in...
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    Baking thought record - thought this might be useful as I had a bit of a lightbulb!

    Well done for not giving in. You are a braver women than me making them. LOL Brill on the Ligtbulb Sam
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    I've started my own blog!

    will look in on you regularly. I do find it therapeutic and goes well with the forum, group and other supports Sam xx
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    Maintenance Book

    HI, have been to my group today and decided for various reasons not to collect the management books yet. If still looking for more deatils when I do, still happy to copy it Meanwhile the threads tell you loads Good Luck Sam
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    food choices in management

    Blimey, If I see anymore about smoked salmon will cry!!! LOL I am so waiting for this, so glad you have establised it's ok Happy fish eating Sam
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    The new vanilla!

    ah well, will just have to wait then.
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    June Challenge - 118lbs lost :)

    :scale: Hi Starlight, here are my weight loss updates for June - wk 1 1lb wk 2 1.5lb wk 3 2lbs I may not make my target this week, but am happy it's in the right direction Thanks and take care Sam
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    Maintenance Book

    Also had a thought if not already had a look. AJ and others have done great management threads and quite early on detailed what you could eat. This may help too in short term. I can't wait to pick up this much coverted book today, I hope she has enough in!!!! I intend to take each...
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    The new vanilla!

    yes I tried a sample of this the other week. Fully agree it's like a soft vanilla Ice-Cream. Very Nice Anybody know where the new nut bar is?
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    2 stone Yay!!

    Brill, 2 stone gone and downhill all the way well done. Obviously not in your group, but know what you mean about differnt personalities changing the dynamics for the best, or sometimes not. That said I missed my first group last Saturday, hope my ears were not burning. LOL Sam
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    Proud of my decision!

    I have to say, you sound like you have really thought this through and your partners support is great too. It is totally up to you whether you come clean about LL or not, I have told some people and not others .... It's our business. As for the choice not to eat, good on you. Like you say...
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    Yorkiegirl moves into management

    OOH, Keep us posted on the management and how you get on. Wow, 7 stone lighter, who would of thought it this time last year. What a totally brill achievement. Like you Carla, I am dreaming of salmon as the first meal ... however the talk of fresh tuna sounds tasty too.
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    FEEL LIKE EATING

    Hope you are feeling better today, and sorry to hear about the house sale. Have been there and sort of feel your life is on hold and at the mercy of others for a while. Mine eventually worked out, so I am sure your will too. Try to keep on the straight and narrow, I know it's even harder...
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    Just eaten my first meal

    Have a lovely break and wearing your new threads. We will be waiting to see how you faired, I am sure you will do great and some protein for me! LOL Take Care Sam xx
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    Maintenance Book

    HI, I am hopeing to collect my management book this Saturday as been struggling with one stone to go. I am not sure how thick the book is, but I am happy to copy it for you when back at work if nobody else has a spare or one does not appear on ebay. Will watch the thread to see what...
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    A New Flavor Sensation .....

    I thought you were promoting a new coffee pick me up! LOL Like you say, good job not the chicken.
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    My Wagon has Ran Off!!!!!

    Am sending some positive vibes your way :vibes: I must admit yesterday was not easy trying to be focussed but the early night helped. Today felt more in control, but looked at the food shop as a lingering moment too long my hubby did last night, and then made myself walk on. However the...
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    I am officially NORMAL!

    So So Brill, keep it up Sam
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    My Wagon has Ran Off!!!!!

    Thank you all so much for the common sense and support. Sadly the toast did wrestle me to the ground last night, but Today was another day and at the time of 7.37pm I am enjoying my last pack. I am really tired and so will have an early night soon. I must say despite not really having the...
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    My Wagon has Ran Off!!!!!

    HELP :sign0009: It seems my will of iron has left me high and dry and eating all the pies. Over the last week I have started with a mini taste of smoked salmon and tonight moved onto a full blown barbecue meal at friends birthday. My Tummy feels bloated and all I can do is look at with...
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    OOPS!!!!

    Not sure about the effect of pepper, however that said am sure will be ok as we are allowed pepper in Foundation so don't worry. Maybe it's more about you learning to savour natural flavours rather than it effecting anything else. Take Care, and enjoy management Sam
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    hacked off...

    Just wanted to add you are and have been doing so very well. I agree it's hard having to think about the end of foundation, joining new people and realising it ain't over yet till the slim women skips down the high street!!!! Perhaps chat with your LLC or look at your original goals to get...
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    Just eaten my first meal

    Have a lovely break and enjoy your planned meals Take care Sam xxx
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    Well I am under my target weight...

    wow, well done you. I am sure Management will work out for you Good Luck Sam
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    what was your turning point to join LL?

    Yes, good idea for a thread. My story consisted of the last few failed attempts at going it alone working through my Food Doctor books/low GI (I recommend by the way) and loosing maybe a stone and then putting it back on as the same old story goes. I had decided that enough was enough and I...
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    "Doesn't she have a lovely face"?

    the things we put up with!!!!! I wish so many times I had taken my frying pan of choice and bopped the said people on their noses to demonstrate my unhappiness at their comment :rotflmao:
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    cheating in week 16

    Just wanted to say too you have done far too well to ruin all your hard work. I have just been posting about this on another thread, as I too (on week 14) have fell of the wagon which was going so well by sneaking a bit of something!!!!! Like you am dissapointed with myself, but we have done...
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    Loose Skin - but in the wrong place. Help!

    Boobs and where have they gone in more ways than one! I can relate to not only the shrinkage but the pucked skin and added crepe. Not to mention them being even more droops than were after breastfeeding and generally not wearing a bra as soon as came home from work as needed the relief. I...
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    I'm Starting Management Tomorrow

    Thanks everybody. The salmon has gone and tucking into a thai pack now. I think because I missed my group on saturday that made a difference but know you are making sense to loose then start management. Will keep you posted and watch this thread with interest. Well done Jo for getting on...
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    June Challenge - 118lbs lost :)

    Had an early weigh on Thursday as could not make saturday class ...... Lost 1.5Lbs. Better than a bop on the nose, but not sure will make it this month. Hope everybody else is well an their way Sam
  114. S

    What are slim thighs?

    Love this thread, and has been something I have thought of, but dare not ask. If anybody watched how to look good naked, the wome thought she had fat legs and wore tights every day come rain or shine and even had a special pair for sex! Anyway, Gok made her put herself in line and said the...
  115. S

    I'm Starting Management Tomorrow

    Oh my, I am so so wanting to eat and join in with you all. The more I think about it, I am ready. However my LLC says it's better to get to goal and then do management rather than expect to loose on this part of the program. Do you all start management at goal or with a bit to go? I have...
  116. S

    New Vanilla Pack

    Yes, I was asked to try one and agree it's lovely like Ice-Cream. Not sure when/if they will be out, but worth a try if get chance Sam
  117. S

    Something to cheer you up

    Didn't know where that joke was going to go then! Very good, I liked it
  118. S

    Loving LL

    Remember the positive comments at times of need, but well done for all the lovely people who see how happy you are. Stuff the others Sam
  119. S

    What's worse? Eating extra packs or eating food? Particularly after Foundation.

    Sorry, no practical advice here, but interested in the answer about food v food. will watch with interest. My LLC has talked about our group merging with another, at the moments it's a choce but I think soon we will have to go with it. I have worried new personalities could make or break...
  120. S

    Going into management next week

    Well done Yorkie, you have had a great weight loss and I wish you the best. Hope to see hear about management when you post as not tooo far away myself and ready for the food. Good luck to all who are moving on. I agree will try not to return to fizzy drinks myself and see how I go. Sam
  121. S

    End of week 1, ready to quit :(

    Hi just want to support what others have said but as you know with your Dad it's worth carrying on but it's not the easy option! As for feeling like crap and that taste in your mouth. It does fade. So does your own confidence in the diet as you succeed. I rememeber at my pop in everybody...
  122. S

    Feeling sick and ready to give up!

    HI, I am not sure about the steriods so agree speak to your GP. However a friend of mine in the first week was sick many times, had dark circles around her eyes and generally wonderd if it was worth carrying on as she felt so rough. She got through the first week and has been ok since and...
  123. S

    Guilty Chicken.....

    Hi, I fully understand what you mean about sabotage of ourselves when we start to get to weights we have either never been to before or for so long, I think it gets quite scarry. I had the wedding dress moment a few weeks ago, and was so surprised it fit me. For a while there I wondered if I...
  124. S

    Nearly finished Foundation

    HI, I am still on Foundation myself, but before doing LL I lost weight, felt healthy and felt full after meals following Ian Marber/The Food Doctor. And My hubby liked the food although needed a bigger portion I have all his books and recipies are nice hope this helps Sam Ps, it's...
  125. S

    I CANT BELIEVE IT!! LOL

    Sounds like you are in control and enjoyed the meal. It least it wasn't the KFC one (one of my favourites!!) Sam
  126. S

    Back on the LL wagon!

    Glad to hear you are back on the straight and narrow and enjoyed your self. lovely compliments too. It sounds like we are going to the same weight .... 9st 7lbs! I am two weigh ins before the end of foundation and hope to do a short stint in devlopment before management. :party0011: Well...
  127. S

    TV Adverts

    I agree about the adverts. To be honest I have stopped watching TV with realising it as tend to find myself busy with other things. However I have started to gravitate back to recipies in magazines which test my resolve! Sam
  128. S

    starting to crack...

    Hi, it sounds like a tough time at the moment, but do try and hang on in there. You know you have come so far and deserve to keep the light glowing at the end of the tunnel. I think it may be still hard to keep on track even if you opt for a healthy snack/meal and you would then have more...
  129. S

    Now I am really really cross

    How mean, you are right to ignore such unfounded and just plain rude bits of gossip. However worried by one of your replies to this post about lack of bedroom action! Is everybody getting more than me? LOL Sam xx
  130. S

    Fed Up Only Lost Half A Pound This Week

    Hiya, I only lost 1lb this week and felt gutted compared to my other good losses. Like you I wondered about all the reasons why (I missed one aerobics class, had one lick of choc at Cadburys World, sniffed a piece of smoked salmon!) :scale: In reality I think we were just destined to loose...
  131. S

    Cheese and Crackers!!!!

    Hi FP, sorry to come in at the end of this set of posts but just wanted to add my comments about how poor your LLC has been. I appreciate they can't always be available but at the price of the packs per week, you would assume most peole have to work to be able to afford the diet in the first...
  132. S

    An upbeat message from Sez- amazingly!!

    You deserve gold stars a plenty for all of that. :party0038: I am really chuffed for you slinking into the seat at the theme park. May you always remember that feeling and keep it in the bag. You are doing really well and have another good week, Sam
  133. S

    June Challenge - 118lbs lost :)

    Gutted at 1lb, but pleased it's off. If this is what dropping one aerobics class des, I'd better get myself to the gym Sam x
  134. S

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

    Marcus, well done in such a short space of time. On this diet, Wish I was a man! Yam Yam, you already look like you are at goal. You look fab and I suspect you really enjoyed this holiday Keep up the good work both of you Sam xx
  135. S

    June Challenge - 118lbs lost :)

    Me Please, Even more ambitious but lets aim high ... Saturday weigh, 16lbs off! cheers Sam May The Weight Loss Be With You!
  136. S

    May Challenge - 149lbs lost :) !!!

    Thanks for doing the monthly challenge Starlight. The weight is dropping off us all. Cheers Jane for the extra encouragement for us Only 1lb off, don't you dare lower your sights, LOL Take care all Sam xx
  137. S

    I'm Starting Management Tomorrow

    CONGRATULATIONS ON THE BRILL WEIGHT LOSS :party0019: I will be watching with interest how you get on. I am dreaming about it now as it becomes more and more a reality for me too. Like you say, we probably though not eating food was scarry, but begining to eat again is even worse I think...
  138. S

    to tell or not to tell? - LL

    Hi, I won't add too much to the varied and great advice which as MRS says you can choose to go with or not. I think to get 100% out your group and LLC, it may be an idea to speak about it but only if you want/intend to change this meal supplement. :eat: I think one of the other reactions...
  139. S

    Am i doing the right thing.....help

    Hi, congrats on the huge loss. :party0019::party0019:, I am really pleased you have got into a size 14. What a brill feeling. Do you know why you wanted to loose 6 stone instead of 5? Are you wanting to loose a little more on management? I had a little panic about whether my ideal weight was...
  140. S

    I'm normal!!!!!

    Brill on the weight loss and even better for being Normal! You don't have far to go now and it's all down to your hard work Light at the end of the tunnel Sam
  141. S

    Bloke on LighterLife

    Hi and welcome, Blimey, you and your partner are doing well. Keep up the good work, Sam
  142. S

    Its powerful

    Hi, that sounds as if you really got a lot out of the session. I haven't actually cried yet, howevr was so close this week and it came on so unexpected. I hid it this time around, although my group is supportive and it would of been fine. Keep up the good work Sam
  143. S

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

    You all look fab, and love the dresses! Can't wait until I can fit into figure hugging in a good way! Well Done :party0019:
  144. S

    I'm coming back....

    Glad you are back and your thread shows just how strong you are. I am sure this is tough at differnt times, but feel sure your daughter, family & friends are so proud of you. Take care of yourself, Like everybody my thoughts are with you Sam xx
  145. S

    Flippin heck!

    Long time no see .... Clearly you are still doing really well and I am chuffed for you on the size 18's. :party0019: It won't be long before you are throwing them out too! Take Care and keep up the good work :clap::party0038::clap: Sam xx
  146. S

    May Challenge - 149lbs lost :) !!!

    Was not expecting this, but lost 5 3/4 Lbs this week!!! I can finally see my goal in sight, thanks for the motivation on the challenge. Will see you too next month. Good Luck All, :grouphugg: Sam xx
  147. S

    start managment tomorrow ...

    Well done on the 4 stone barrier. Keep plugging away, and think how fantastic you will feel on your wedding day knowing you have achieved so much! Be confident, no matter want slips you have still mastered the diet, or you would't be here now. Good Luck on maintenance, I can only dream of...
  148. S

    Peppermint Tea and Peppermint Oil

    ooooh, I am glad you asked this question and will have a go at some of the ideas. :eat:
  149. S

    After maintenance

    Thanks, I found this post really interesting. It helps to know after I begin to eat food again I can not reurn to be obsessive, although will be careful Sam
  150. S

    Very different experience at the gym!

    Well done on getting to the gym and telling them what you want. :party0011: I hope you are on high and looking forward to the next visit. I too am currently in the gym zone, and enjoying it, looking forward to the next time I go instead of telling myself I have too! Keep Going Sam...
  151. S

    Had some new pics taken today...

    You look fantastic! A Huge, Huge well done Only 10lbs to go, how brill Sam :character00100:
  152. S

    6 stone in 19 weeks!

    CONGRATULATIONS :party0019: Blimey, you have done really, really, really well! What does it feel like being 6 stone lighter? I suspect you have been through more clothes than a little. Are you near goal? Keep going and the best of luck with the rest of your journey Sam :party0049:
  153. S

    Caught in the act

    Your post made me nearly wet myself when you caught the LLC in the act! :whoopass: However I am sorry for her unsupportive response in the meeting. Like others have said, people have confessed and my LLC has been supportive without being too easy going about it. She always checks they have...
  154. S

    May Challenge - 149lbs lost :) !!!

    Have lost 3lbs at:party0019: todays weigh in.
  155. S

    Periods whilst on Lighter Life

    I Have also started to have periods. whereas before I almost didn't most of the time. I Have had a coil fitted with the medication in it for the past year and a half, and got used to no real period to speak of. However like you they have started again now I have lost weight. My LLC has joked...
  156. S

    Struggling with my body...

    Not much for me to add as some great advice already given. Just wanted to say how well you have done and to keep going. We seem to of lost the same amount of weight and around the same in weeks too. Like most of us I have that apron, flab on the tum and I think the start of arms, not forgeting...
  157. S

    THE TRUTH ABOUT BARS..HELP!

    Hi Just want to agree with the other comments. The bars are fine, as long as you aim to have only one a day. They brake up the boredom sometimes and are great for one of the meals when you are out and about. I have just started week 10 and already lost 3 stone and always had a bar apart...
  158. S

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

    Obviously not been on here for a while as the new B & A are so amazing. You all look fabulous and I can't wait to be posting too. Keep up the excellent work and keep us all on the straight and narrow. :party0019:
  159. S

    May Challenge - 149lbs lost :) !!!

    Have lost 2.2lbs this week! Only a 1lbs of 3 stone gone Happy Dieting Everyone :grouphugg:
  160. S

    Weight V Dress size

    HI, Just wanted to say I had this very debate with myself a few weeks ago and ended up feeling demotivated (see my BLOG for the moans!). :eek: In the end I worked through it, discussed it with my LLC and she agreed I could stop when I wanted to even if I was above the health BMI. :) Like...
  161. S

    May Challenge - 149lbs lost :) !!!

    pleased to say have lost 5 3/4 lbs today, so more water again for me this week thanks Sam :)
  162. S

    May Challenge - 149lbs lost :) !!!

    Please count me in again, had a good month in your April Challenge so hope will motivate me another month. Saturday weigh day, and hope to loose 12Lbs Thanks Sam :)
  163. S

    April Challenge - 116.5lbs lost!!!!

    Have lost 3 1/4 this week so still chuffed to be on LL!!!
  164. S

    WI-Hurrah and oh poop!

    Great Loss :clap: :clap: sure you will reach you 3 Stone, if not done already any day now. I would love a colonic, but also wondered about waiting for it till eat again. Have they recommended you have another?
  165. S

    April Challenge - 116.5lbs lost!!!!

    He He, have lost 6Lbs this week. Weigh day was 21/04/07 All down to the water this week Cheers Sam
  166. S

    My stats after week 12 weigh in - hope for anyone struggling !!

    A really impressive weight loss and inches. It helps to spur me on :clap: :clap:
  167. S

    weigh day

    I agree, the weight is off and still plenty of days left on Foundation Keep Going, you have already done well Sam
  168. S

    Yippee- size DOESN'T matter

    Yes that' a good idea. There is still that element when I picked up some size 14 and then looked at the size 12 that I am kidding myself (just like all the other times I have bought clothes only for them to sit in the wardrobe with tags on). To be honest they have a draw string anyway so...
  169. S

    Im New

    Hi Simply Unique, :) Welcome to the best weight loss program I have ever started, and for the first time feel my weight issues are going to be put to bed once and for all. keep us posted on your progress and will keep looking out for your posts Take Care Sam
  170. S

    Yippee- size DOESN'T matter

    I am glad to hear you are back on track and you are having a good loss. I agree we all get hung up on clothes sizes but at the end of the day we should just buy what fits and looks nice on us. That said I bought x2 pairs linen trousers for my holiday in august (smaller of course) but unsure...
  171. S

    An idea to share ...........

    You have done really well with your weight loss. How are you finding management? I am only on week 6 but like most of us am always dreaming of the next stage Take Care Sam
  172. S

    Day 98 Weigh-in tonight

    Really well done on the fantastic weight loss, I know you are chuffed and we are alll so pleased for you. would love to see pictures of how you have done (clothes on!!! LOL) Keep going on your journey :clap: :clap: :clap: Sam
  173. S

    Celery........

    will add my two pence too ...... Leave the celery, will soon be munching on something else if you let it into your life! Can you request a smaller veg box or get Celery off the menu? Failing that what about the compost bin or the soup idea sounds good.
  174. S

    Supportive family or not?

    Hi Sarah, like most people I only talked to hubby and handful of friends to see if had heard about it. I think I wanted the unsupportive comments out the way as to be honest after the intro session I had decided to do it regardless. 6 weeks in the same set of people know and maybe a few more...
  175. S

    Question about Lighterlife Water Flavourings

    It says unlimited, so indulge. I have just made a Litre bottle and added x2 5ml spoons. I only know exactly as have been using calpol spoon as narrow to get the stuff in the bottle. Plus I am quite tight, so trying to ration it as some people buy a tub each week. My St Clements lasted about...
  176. S

    April Challenge - 116.5lbs lost!!!!

    3 Lbs off on 14/04/07 so am pleased, hope I get to my Target Sam
  177. S

    Thing have just got worse

    I just wanted to add I can't believe this has happened to you! :mad: Prior to starting LL and looking on this forum I thought LL was a really reputable organisation. To be honest I have heard some real negatives, usually the LLC giving up mid way through and letting people down, I feel really...
  178. S

    pick me up magazine

    yes looking forward to your story, you'e done really well
  179. S

    Exercise; safe? Confused, advice please!

    Hi, as others have said it depends if your have been doing htis program before starting the diet or if wanting to start at this level. If it's the latter, I would say it's too much and maybe once/twice per week to see how you get on for shorter amounts of time. Make sure you have a pack...
  180. S

    Tragic news, taking a break.

    My thoughts are with you and your daughter. Take care and I hope you get the support you need Sam
  181. S

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

    Well Done Melisa, DG, and AJ... :wow: you all look so fab. can't wait till I get to goal. Keep up the good work Sam
  182. S

    WhayHayyyyyy Under 100lb to Go!

    That's really Grrrrrrreat Cath, :clap: :clap: Keep up the good work... the light is certainly getting through the tunnel
  183. S

    Into development next week

    That's such a great achievment to reach 100 days, and still be motivated to get the job done. Keep us posted with your progress Well Done :clap: :clap:
  184. S

    NICE publishes paper on VLCD - direct impact on LL

    I've posted an another one above about this I had not heard about it. I have to say at the moment I am not going to follow the advice when I eventually get to week 12 or whenever it is. How are they going to police it? :badmood: At the end of the day previous peeps have gone all the way...
  185. S

    What a mess - advice needed re cllr quitting

    sorry no real advice whether can switch back, however I would of thought LL must take some responsibility for not offering you the service they originally described! This is one of my pet hates about LL as my LLC quit, and probably knew she was going to during my intro session but preceeded to...
  186. S

    milk

    I have never heard of this. I also drink soya milk, although weeks away don't want to slow the weight down! Does anybody know the reasoning behind it?
  187. S

    I am obsessed!

    Let me join this one too Little Blue. As well as the scales, also weighing in Stones and KG, also talking to hubby mostly how dam great and in control I feel (most of the time). :blahblah: Anybody who asks me are keen to know basically how hard is the diet etc.... I keep trotting out how...
  188. S

    People starting LL in March...

    Hi Sandra, Really good weight loss. :clap: I had a look through you BLOG last night, so will look in on you there too. Sam
  189. S

    in shock! (but in a very happy smiley way)

    :wow: :wow: :wow: Wow, that is such a great weight loss well done on being half way through
  190. S

    MANAGEMENT WORRIES

    Just to echo what others have siad really. I am only on week 5, so far away from management. (however dream about often :drool: ) I know I am feeling the cost pinch, but whatever happens I am going to continue with management. To be honest have been telling myself for years I know all there...
  191. S

    Some private goals reached....

    All your goal reached so far are fab and remind us how far we have come. I supose I still have a long way to go, but have made it to my wardrobe and had on some new trousers on like everybody else bought ages ago complete with tags (have the next sets down too waiting in the wings!!!!). Also...
  192. S

    Hi my names Lyric and im a compulsive eater!!

    :wavey: Hi Lyric, most of us have been there one way or another. I too have lost weight, been chuffed to pieces only to put it on down the line. then get into constant state of loosing the same weight and never feel achieving anything. Hence various size clothes in most peoples wardrobes...
  193. S

    Moving to Weight Watchers after LL.... (?)

    I also not really thought about moving to another diet. I refuse to do WW, SW etc as done before as I get really obsessive. Got myself out of this doing the Food Doctor, so really would not want to go there again.
  194. S

    Back from hols- hating myself

    I really feel for you after reading your post :break_diet: You did your best and at least you have an idea why you did it even if on this ocassion you felt unable to stop it. You still have many weeks left on the program, and just think about all the other achievements you have managed to...
  195. S

    First LL Meeting tonight - ekkk

    Hi Wicked W, Welcome aboard. Can't really top all the useful bits of info you have been given already. My only advice is put your all into this, and I am sure you will get to the goal you want. Some days will be easier than others but take each day, and sometimes if it's tuff each part of...
  196. S

    Help - 2 weeks into LL and need HELP!!

    Hi, I rememeber feeling the same away about this time, and you wonder if you can really get through it! :sigh: You Will, take one day at a time. As well as a bath and nails that's been suggested, what about a nice read of a magazine to unwind further. I'll also add a face pack :princess...
  197. S

    Happy days!

    :clap: Well Done on the determination and the great loss. You will be in fab clothes by summer Sam
  198. S

    Back in town.. and in the zone!!!

    Hi, Glad to hear you are back on track and the appt has come through. :scale: :psiholog: I keep checking in on your BLOG to see if you have added anything to see how you are. Take Care Sam
  199. S

    loose skin

    I hope I am not too droopy all round, but will have to wait and see, In theory would love a tummy tuck for the flat stomach, but hate the big long cut they do and I scar really badly. As for boobs, been saying well before LL would love to upgrade them from the floor, but probably again I am...
  200. S

    People starting LL in March...

    Well Done on getting through this :clap: :clap: As much as it was a challenge, it seems you learnt a lot too from the experience. I have yet to sit in this type of family event on mass but have watched other put away the same amount of food I used to and the plate is bulging! Well done...
  201. S

    Feeling greeeeeeeeat....

    Thats a great post, and pleased to hear you got through the day without food. :clap: Keep us posted after you see your friends so we can share the positive comments you get from them. I am only on week 5 so have ages yet, but agree LL is brill and indeed life changing keep going Sam
  202. S

    loose skin

    I also worry about the skin. I I already have a stomach pouch after childbirth and have convinced myself it's staying the same size while everything else gets smaller.:cry: I will try and up my exercise to minimise effects of weight loss as well as the creams. i'm just not consistent with...
  203. S

    Most trying week so far.

    I just wanted to send my support to you Scooper. :patback: I am just in week 5 on LL but over last few weeks like you have been aware of people eating. It has really put doubts in my head and had a real negative effect on my confidence. :help2: I started to feel it was inevitable I would...
  204. S

    Diet Clears Pilot, arrested for failing breathaliser...

    This is really interesting, and will bear this in mind if ever I get pulled over! :giggle:
  205. S

    People starting LL in March...

    Hi Kirsty and All, There are so many of us now, am finding it really hard to keep up! It's good to see we are one way or another getting through this. :clap: :clap: :clap: I had my weigh day Saturday and am pleased to say lost 3 1/4, making 21 pounds in 4 weeks. I am so so chuffed with...
  206. S

    April Challenge - 116.5lbs lost!!!!

    Hi All, I lost 3 1/4 Ibs on Saturday at my LL weigh in so am chuffed with that. :scale: Means I am 21 Pounds down in 4 weeks. :bliss: Well done on everybody's weight loss so far :clap: :clap: :clap: Sam
  207. S

    Am in the 9's this morning (on my scales) !!!!!!!!!

    Great new on both counts :clap: :clap: :clap: At least you can also see light at the end of the tunnel Brill
  208. S

    First official weigh in tonight

    That's a brill weight loss, makes it certainly worth doing another week! :wow: :clap: :clap: :clap:
  209. S

    Cooking with the toffee bar.

    wow, never thought of doing it that way. Would try, but of course had my bar allowance today thanks for that idea
  210. S

    How much did you lose in foundation?

    Hi, Just wanted to say hello and I agree with Wendy. I have lost 17.5 Ibs (I think) from last Saturday within the 3 weeks, so we are already beating the odds of a stone per month :scale: . Some days I feel happy the weight is not only increasing, but getting of too. Others I feel it's not...
  211. S

    Cooking with the toffee bar.

    I think I am following you around on this forum! I made biscuits from the toffee one earlier, and am afraid to say did not spread like the lemon ones, and even burnt so could not get all the crums of the plate! :eat: Taste fine, but not very biscuit like. I trieds the same with fruit bar a...
  212. S

    Somebody's Noticed!

    :clap: :clap: :clap: That must of given you a real boost. Make sure you write it in your book to look back on when things might get tough.
  213. S

    We are actually going on holiday!!!!

    This sounds like a fab treat. :wow: I agree don't worry about the food at this stage and concentrate on being able to wear clothes you want to. I am also away in August, but despite my own advice wonder what stage of the journey I will be on. i suppose whatever happens, we will all be...
  214. S

    Finding me

    I too know what you mean, and great to read your post. :read: Early on when I started LL I felt my mind suddenly get what it should of know all along. I am sure if I was talking to a friend I would of worked them out and where they were coming from, but it must of been too close to home for...
  215. S

    Shopping - the downside of losing weight...

    Hi Cath, I too have the same hoiday dilema! We have booked with friends for 6th August and I have seen rack upon rack of clothes in Matalan and Primark which would be cheap and cheerful. However, I know realistically should hold off, but this may well be the year I could wear what I want and...
  216. S

    Some photos of my progress....

    You are looking fab, Thanks for letting us see your progress well Done :clap: :clap: :clap: :clap:
  217. S

    I feel cheated...

    Hi Just to repeat what everyone else says really. Foundation is 100 days, and then you decide if want to loose more or maintain. I also had to join a class after my first week who were on week 3 of counselling. I will demand at the end the extra two weeks, however my LLC has asked the people...
  218. S

    April Challenge - 116.5lbs lost!!!!

    Hi, I would love to join in the challenge Loss to date - 14Ibs Weigh Day - Saturday Diet - LL Challenge to loose 14Ibs :eek: Good luck everybody
  219. S

    People starting LL in March...

    Well Done all on the weight loss :clap: I won't say dont feel gutted Brixton, because I would feel sad too :cry: You are doing the right thing trying to leave it behind you and concentrate on the next week. You will loose, I am not aware of anybody who has not lost if they follow the diet...
  220. S

    WARNING - TABASCO - AWWWWW

    With regret I will continue with the basic red Tabasco :cry:
  221. S

    First week weigh in

    Well Done on getting through week one and a fab weight loss :wow: The Yorkie will never beat you! :superwoman:
  222. S

    WARNING - TABASCO - AWWWWW

    Hi Folks, Just thought I would let you know about my shocking discovery tonight! :fyi: Hubby has returned from shops with a new variety of Tabasco Sauce (Habanero, Very Hot) and with glee was about to prepare my crisps for the evening to go with the dip. How shocked was I to discover that...
  223. S

    People starting LL in March...

    HI some of the recipies can be found in 'Unofficial Recipies with Foodpacks' Post started by Fuzzy Angels. As I look at the post its about 5 from the top of the listings. Sorry I have no idea how to put a link into this thread, hope you find it
  224. S

    marigold swiss vegatable bouillon powder on LL

    Hi Tabasco Away, Just had my fix of the stuff. :drool: I asked my LLC on Saturday if we were allowed to have the other Tobasco ranges. They have a Garlic one I am interested in trying. She thought it was fine to have either of them, so will be sending Hubby out to look for it Tuesday. You...
  225. S

    Another weekend out the way

    Well Done on the Buffet :superwoman: It must be a real challenge for a family event. I have just had an invite for a birthday meal out with friends, not sure whether to go for it or not! I think I could get through the meal, but not if that's all they are going to do all night! A boogie as...
  226. S

    day 5...hell

    Hi In Search of .... :wavey: You are doing really well to get to day 5, and I think all of these emotions come out one day or another. We are getting a bit more aware of our emotion as now food to fill the akward gap. Just try and take it slightly easier at work (if it's possible), you know...
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    What size do I choose?

    Hi, I would probably go for a 16/18 as then you have both something to aim for and more importantly you can brag aroung the office at a later date how the coat is hanging off you. :bliss: :bliss:
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    People starting LL in March...

    Welcome Charlie B and Heaven :wavey: :wavey: I agree about the TV commercials and it was all I noticed for the first few days... everybody was eating, how dare the? :eat: The grim feeling will pass and sometimes can help if a bit more water (if you can stand it) is consumed. Just dream...
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    Another newbie - need some advice

    Hi and Welcome :clap: Not sure what day I felt a bit demotivated, but it does happen. You then realise a few days later that you are still doing LL and the days are still ticking by. I do know what you mean when you don't loose as much as somebody else. I felt the same way even though had a...
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    People starting LL in March...

    Hi Folks, Blimey, I can't keep up with everybody that's doing so well in March. Congratulations to you all, we will be slimmer by summer :clap: :clap: :clap: Had my weigh in Saturday and lost 1 Stone in 2 weeks, 2 days! Chuffed to pieces does not even get close to how I feel. No rest for...
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    Does anybody Use The Chat Rooms?

    Right, I will check in regularly to see whats happening. :blahblah: :blahblah:
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    Does anybody Use The Chat Rooms?

    Just come back to the computer, so sorry I missed you. Had a look in the rooms, but still nobody there. It seems a good idea about the times to chat. Oh well, am off to bed now. Will look again Friday Thanks for the response Sam :nightf:
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    Does anybody Use The Chat Rooms?

    Hi Everybody, Just wondered if anybody used the Chat Rooms? :blahblah: I have had a look a few times, but never seen anybody in them! :confused: Are that just for special events? Thanks in advance Sam :thankyou:
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    Started Tuesday - Finding It Hard Already

    Hiya, It must be more of a struggle with a new baby and another child due to the competing demands and sleepless nights! :superwoman: I am only on day 14, but glad I came through the first week. You are nearly over the hump if you can go a bit longer and try and drink the water to keep you...
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    Week 3 Weigh In....

    Well Done Ms Oxo :clap: :clap: :clap: I hope you have a lovely treat lined up .. perhaps a luxury soak in the bath or a nice accesory to go with you new bod? Well Done, you are doing so well
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    First weeks weigh in for me

    That is such a fab loss, can't wait to see your ticker. :wow: :wow: Well Done :clap: :clap: :clap:
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    A HUGE THANK YOU!!!!

    :eat: :eat: That is such a brill idea! I have made a few soggy crsips, but tend to leave them in longer for real crisp effect. Will certainly be making myself a bag of crisps to take out and about
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    A treat for Mothers day for me

    I too really love the crsips. I made the chicken after reading your thread yesterday and today made the Thai which were equally as nice. I tend to add a bit of salt and loads of pepper. Happy Cooking :eat:
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    Progress pics

    Excellant Pics, you can really see the difference :clap: Well Done
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    AJ's LL Management Journey!

    Hi, I have just read from the begining your journey and feel really inspired. I am only on Day 11 and at this stage can't even imagine being able to eat! :eat: Like most people I worry about maintaining the weight, and wonder if the food will be too restrictive. It's so good to read in...
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    People starting LL in March...

    Welcome Angel, hang in there it gets better. Nice to see you back In Search Of ... Sounds like you are ready to get going even if you won no prizes for skiing! Enjoy your last suppers :eat: I am such a fan of the crisps with a spinkle of salt and black pepper. I made the Thai ones today and...
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    People starting LL in March...

    Welcome LittleBlue & Bumpy B :scale: How are you both getting on? What sort of weekend have we all had? Any temptations? I had a lovely vanillia mouse for breakfast in bed as part of Mothers Day. It was really nice and I may well have one later. Went out last night with boozy mates...
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    People starting LL in March...

    Hi Steph, You need to do what you feel is right. This diet although will provide results may not be to everybodys taste or be for them at a particular stage in their life. You have already achieved so much by being able to overcome real challenges. If you decide to travel another path, you...
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    People starting LL in March...

    Thanks GBGirl for the calculation. I think I like seeing the pounds reduce rather than KG because you get more for you money. LOL Everyone ok?
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    Started LL Yesterday

    Hi Bumpy B :) As everybody has said, try and get through the first week one day at a time and the headache will go. I have just started Week 2 and found my headache was better the more water I drank and also the hunger. If you feel yourself slipping, log into the site or read somebodys...
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    People starting LL in March...

    Don't feel disappointed Beth, a 1kg lost is better than a gain so you are still doing well. :patback: I notice we also have similar amounts to loose, so we can keep each other on the straight and narrow. Does anybody know how you convert Kg to Ibs? Yes can still get to other locations...
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    People starting LL in March...

    Evening all, Been to my Week One weigh in and pleased to say lost 9Ibs!!!! However am a bit gutted as the class I just started with another lady is shutting down, therfore we had no counselling tonight. I was really looking forward to that. They have given us details of two other locations...
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    tonight was a night for a binge before LL

    You deserve a Gold Star for that willpower! Well Done :clap:
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    People starting LL in March...

    Well Done Wendy :wow: That's Brillo Pads! Keep up the good work Am off to bed now, more work Thursday :cry:
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    People starting LL in March...

    Hi All, and Welcome Hopefilly :wavey: , Hope day one has been a good one, although with many trips to the loo as Oiseau has said! Well Done Ms. OXO at the fab weight loss. You are really on your way :wow: How are you getting on in week one Nic & Sam? Have you managed to pass the hunger...
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