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    My SW diary, by Bess.

    Thanks all. OH had mumps a few weeks ago and then last week I got bad fever and flu type symptoms - doc 50/50 as to whether I have it or not, I swear my face swelled a little but not enough for a full diagnosis - but the timing is accurate. So just need to get better and not pass it on to any...
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    My SW diary, by Bess.

    Well done on the 1lb. Going the right way. I am poorly this week, and off work. Strangely my appetite has gone but I am still inclined to eat - nothing ever works right does it. Big hugs to you. And hi Katy - I can't get in your diary, need to post some more - big hug to you too xxx
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    Chelsea's last stone off by Christmas mission!!

    I would love to have a look but don't have enough posts - was snooping yesterday and can't get in as I need to get another 250 - might have to play some of them word games! Good to hear from you xx
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    Chelsea's last stone off by Christmas mission!!

    :D Hey Chelsea, good to catch up on how you are doing - your photo is lovely, I take it that is from one of the cruises?? I am paddling round the edges of Minis, (cos my jeans are too tight :() Hope you and Jess are well x
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    My SW diary, by Bess.

    :bliss: Hello you on here, ventured back to see how y'all are getting on. About as good as me I think. Big hugs x
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    Katycakes Won't Give Up...

    :grouphugg: Morning Katy, am out of advice this morning, however sending a huge hug. Is the sun shining with you this morning? It certainly feels like spring here today which is a great lift for the soul. xxx
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    Wales - Life in 2011

    Hey all - am here around and about. Had a manic week at work last week, and am on a week off this week. Mum came down for the weekend for some pre-holiday shopping (she is going to Australia for a month for a family wedding in about 4 weeks). Well and truly off CD at the moment, but am grateful...
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    Chelsea Lou - The Ventura adventure, not a sinking ship!

    Hey Chels, big hugs hun. I feel for you as I have slipped in very similar ways to you (and no clamping or getting locked out to send me over the edge) and I am finding it hard to get back into the swing of things. You have done so well on SS, and I think going up to 810 is a good option. Don't...
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    Wales - Life in 2011

    Better watch you two you as you could get my thread closed down ;) We had the boiler serviced on Friday and the guy needed to check all the radiators were working throughout the house. I asked him if I could confirm this on his behalf rather than him having to climb over piles of rubbish and...
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    Katycakes Won't Give Up...

    Yay Katy, so pleased for you hun. I sign up to your sentiments - I am now in the 13s, and I will never be in the 14s again. When I get into the 12s it will be bye bye 13s. Enjoy your dog walk, and I will enjoy mine (as wet and muddy as you know they will be!!) x
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    Wales - Life in 2011

    Friend and I postponed coffee and a chat as the weather was so awful this morning. Caught up on a bit of TV, hoovered and done a huge pile of ironing. Unfortunately fell into a cottage cheese and ham sandwich. So lots of water and shakes for the rest of today. Snow has stopped, turned in to rain...
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    Wales - Life in 2011

    Scales this morning give me the kick up the bum to do 810 properly, that it isn't a reason/ free pass/ incentive to eat 810 calories just in a different format. Am going to start correctly today and 810 through until next Friday. Need to get some more cottage cheese to replace the tub I...
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    Wales - Life in 2011

    Thanks for that ladies, am liking the image of 40 tetras - that is a really vivd description. Am not counting the last 24 hours as I went out to celebrate a colleagues wedding last night and it was to a vegetarian Indian restaurant so there were sauces and popadoms and breads. Then today is a...
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    Wales - Life in 2011

    Not succeeded on the SS day, just had a 2 egg omelette and 2 slices of hovis wholemeal bread. Have asked my consultant to bring me the 810 and 1000 plan booklets. Thanks for the packs of butter comments though, much appreciated and puts it in to perspective (which I often lose) x
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    Katycakes Won't Give Up...

    Big hugs Katy. Some wise words and great advice. I will just add my hugs x
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    Wales - Life in 2011

    I do thanks, much better, though very busy day at work so am shattered. Hoping for a SS day today as WI tomorrow and I fear I will have only lost 2lbs in 2 weeks. But hey ho, a loss is a loss right! Hope everyone else is well and will read through some diaries this evening. xx
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    Wales - Life in 2011

    Am fine, just a little jaded from the celebrations last night, and hungry so have had some dinner. Most of which was very sensible within the confines of SS+ (but some wasn't). But I have a headache and need an early night xx
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    Wales - Life in 2011

    And feel free to continue with all the inuendo ;)
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    Wales - Life in 2011

    Chat away lovelies. Am feeling a little quiet again so carry on as you see fit!
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    Katycakes Won't Give Up...

    Just realised might not be the best quote for a veggie :)
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    Katycakes Won't Give Up...

    Sure is Cowgirl, sure is.
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    Wales - Life in 2011

    Hey Lucy, you sure sound like a fun date, this year or next!! Listen romance doesn't get better than this - I am watching the last quarter of the Super Bowl, like it's not like we don't know who won, but love does strange things to us all. Go green Bay and I get about 40% of my Sky+ back...
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    Katycakes Won't Give Up...

    Big hugs and strong reef knots on the rope. Don't panic, just get back on board. Be your own valentine and give yourself some love and kindness, as you would to anyone else on here. No drama, think of it as one of those western horse tricks where the rider swings down and brushes the ground and...
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    Wales - Life in 2011

    Happy Valentines my Mini Mins lovelies :heartpump: Am afraid that my OH didn't pay much heed to my request for little carb and no sauces, however it is M&S and is being cooked for me as I type, and these are the times I want to treasure (may not happen again for 12 months). So am stocking up...
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    Chelsea Lou - The Ventura adventure, not a sinking ship!

    Yes it was the colleague you had the dream about, I feel strange if I dream about colleagues and they are run of the mill dreams!
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    Wales - Life in 2011

    Opted for a movie curled up on the sofa so no chores done. Had some dinner this evening, one egg omelette, tuna and some peas. But it was tasty and filling, and I am off to read up on 810 as I think I may fancy some of that. Happy Sunday evening x
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    Chelsea Lou - The Ventura adventure, not a sinking ship!

    Evening Chels, bit of a miserable day here in the end. Spent the second part of the afternoon on the sofa watching a film, whilst the rain pelted down outside. Lovely to be cosied up inside! And you have your ironing done, I have failed completely on that score. Did you see your colleague...
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    Katycakes Won't Give Up...

    Inspired by your losses and you menus I am off to fine more information on 810. I had a meal this evening - tuna, peas and a one egg omelette - a true classic! Hope your headache goes and doesn't turn into a migraine. Have a great evening x
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    Wales - Life in 2011

    Scales 13.5 again this morning which is encouraging, and yesterday was a SS day - 4 products and milk in my tea but nothing else. Just need to keep up the water, I always forget to refill when I am at home. Long walk with the dog this morning, colder today and just sodden under foot. The stream...
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    Chelsea Lou - The Ventura adventure, not a sinking ship!

    Thanks you Chels for making me giggle today x
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    How hot?? And within how long?

    I make my soup with water from the kettle that has stood for about a minute, but I always heat my soup bowl with boiling water before I pour my soup in - this way the bowl is hot and it keeps the soup warmer for longer. I also don't take too long eating my products, that's nothing to do with...
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    Wales - Life in 2011

    Thanks Shanny - we need to keep reminding ourselves of why we are doing this don't we!!
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    Wales - Life in 2011

    Strange couple of days. Feel like I can really notice a difference in how I look and feel, I feel smaller and clothes are fitting much better, or even just fitting! So why have I been making some poor choices. Got home from work nice and early yesterday and had tuna, cherry tomatoes, some pasta...
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    Greeneyes will PERSEVERE.........

    Damm those mind games, but well done you to recognising and understanding them. I am the same, very hungry the week before TOTM, ravenous! But then on CD (for me) I was fine, no increase in hunger at that time of the month. So it must be controlled by the mind and hormones! I also recognise the...
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    Chelsea Lou - The Ventura adventure, not a sinking ship!

    Darn, just lost my post, stoopid computer. Just wanted to say hope you are having a great weekend, that I am loving your bright and sunny outlook plus the Tales of Eric. x
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    Katycakes Won't Give Up...

    Hey Katy, great news on the scales and the technicolour feeling - feels a little like that here. The sun is shining and it feels very spring like today, although still very wet with lots of water logged fields. Hope the external fog has lifted to match your spirits! x
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    Katycakes Won't Give Up...

    Hey KC excellent news on the scales - yay for you and glad you are settled. Totally agree with you on the libraries front, I appreciate that cuts have to be made but these are not just value added services, and not just to rent books from (so can't replace with a Kindle) they are places for the...
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    Wales - Life in 2011

    Not to worry all the ice cream went. Honestly there wasn't that much, just the scrapings left from New Year, but it was the compulsion that worried me. Better day today, conscious effort not to pick, and am having SS day with a bit of milk in some tea. And will have an extra shake if I want to...
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    Wales - Life in 2011

    Hey all, thanks for dropping by, and no joke KC I am still shattered!! Am doing ok, not great though as there is now food in the house which I am struggling with - some chicken and broccoli, but also some pasta, half a biscuit and some ice cream. So am just feeling a little "quiet" atm. Ok, but...
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    Wales - Life in 2011

    Hey all. Not so sure if I have recovered or not, slightly better today but so glad I took today off. Weekend was really fabulous, I have such a great bunch of friends, we laughed all Saturday. In the restaurant the noise was so loud I had a distortion buzz in my ear. Food wise did really well...
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    Wales - Life in 2011

    Thanks for your lovely comments. Am almost all packed and ready to go. Been out for something to eat this evening and just remembered how difficult this eating and choices malarky is and just how safe you feel on SS. Had chicken, salad, peas and a few chips. But really had to stay in the moment...
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    Wales - Life in 2011

    Hey all, thanks for your lovely comments. WI was 4lbs tonight so I am back in the 13s which is great and I am just a lb off 1.5 st in 32 days which is amazing. OH has also lost exactly the same amount as me and he is chuffed to bits with that. This evening I have had a 2 egg omelette with...
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    Chelsea Lou - The Ventura adventure, not a sinking ship!

    Always great to get compliments isn't it - and so glad you are feeling fabulous!!
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    Wales - Life in 2011

    Hey all, thanks for your lovely comments. KC I know exactly what you mean about the drama after a lapse and how that can do more damage... Last night I had a 2 egg omlette with salt and pepper, and the tastiest bit was the salt (oops!) The tonight I had a 1 egg omlette (more like a small...
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    Chelsea Lou - The Ventura adventure, not a sinking ship!

    Good luck for the WI tomorrow Lou x
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    Wales - Life in 2011

    There is a float aid and nose clip here for you anytime you want to dive in ;)
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    Wales - Life in 2011

    Hey all. Not so good a Sunday in the end, went off track in the evening - chicken and veg, 2 glasses of wine, chocolate and some ice cream. Somehow think I managed to remain in ketosis today - naff breath, cold and not hungry at all. Plus I had a drop on the scales a couple of days ago, after a...
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    Katycakes Won't Give Up...

    Heya, just catching up on posts, so hugs from here as well. This time round I lost 12 in my first week, 3 in my second and 1 last week (I did have a night off to consider with that) so my losses have felt minimal for a VLCD, and definitely slower than last time. Last week my scales were up and...
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    Wales - Life in 2011

    Morning all, currently doing some ironing and watching the tennis. Hmm, don't think Murray is going to make it somehow. We were going to watch the cricket that we had recorded but that is going t*ts up as well so might just put on the radio! Bess - fab idea of keeping some of her food as...
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    Greeneyes will PERSEVERE.........

    You can beat then hon. One day at a time. You know it is just Fred knocking on your door, trying to get in the bath with you!!! Glad you have warmed up though...
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    Wales - Life in 2011

    Thank you, they are still a bit tight but wearable. Also the scales had moved a few lbs this morning as well so that is motivating as it was almost STS since last weekend. What is not so motivating is working out that I still need to lose 3st to be at the very top of a healthy BMI :( I...
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    Greeneyes will PERSEVERE.........

    GE how are you getting on? Temperatures are dropping all over so with ketosis it can be panfully cold. Me and OH have heating on full blast, many layers and a blanket - heating bill is going to be extortionate. If you need to have an extra shake, either to cope with hunger or missing the bars...
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    Katycakes Won't Give Up...

    Just wait until you get a card through the letterbox to got to the sorting office to collect a parcel though Bess... Might come in handy for a soup, or some stock???
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    Katycakes Won't Give Up...

    Happy Saturday Katy. Lovely and sunny here but frosty and very cold when you aren't in the sun. Hope you are having a good one x
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    Wales - Life in 2011

    Had an early night last night and a longer lie than usual this morning and feel much better for it. Dog is up 3kg since her op in October which is shocking really, so it is smaller portions and limited treats for her. She has also had a reaction to the suture fabric they used in her op so she...
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    Taking the scenic route, But I`ll arrive where I want to be eventually ;)

    Wishing you a fabby weekend x
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    Greeneyes will PERSEVERE.........

    7 days 100% - woop woop - those jeans will fit soon. I am back in some jeans today that a couple of weeks ago were nowhere near me - you know it works. Have a great weekend xx
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    20 days to go!............

    Have a great weekend Curly, and fab work on the walk!! x
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    Wales - Life in 2011

    Hungry today today, already had all my 3 products. Had my soup followed quite quickly by a shake. But I had been out for a long walk with my fat dog. Fat as advised by our dog walker :( So she is now on a diet as well. Plus OH has come home talking about a fish butty, but actually has just made...
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    YOOOO HOOOO to all you 2009ers back for 2011!!!

    Hey Jess, good to hear from you and agree with all the comments above. Have a great long weekend - how fab! x
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    Chelsea Lou - The Ventura adventure, not a sinking ship!

    Evening Chels, bet you were relieved when Andy won. Hope you had a good day today and enjoy your evening with Jess x
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    Katycakes Won't Give Up...

    Evening Katy, glad the lbs are coming down. You know that if you stay with the diet it works, but it can be a struggle. But definitely worth it in the long/ short run. I had a conversation with our dog walker this afternoon who rang me up to confirm walks for next week, plus to tell me that...
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    Wales - Life in 2011

    1lb loss, and that was probably more like 0.5lb! Still it wasn't a gain and given the food and booze consumed on Sat could've been worse. Onwards and downwards dear friends. Plus early night cos I am shattered. Will catch up on diaries tomorrow! Here's to a Totally Terrific Thursday - night all x
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    Katycakes Won't Give Up...

    Walking round the lake tonight, the ducks are enjoying it no longer being frozen over, they were messing around and chasing each other and making a right racket. Drove the dog crackers tho!! Taking pleasure in seeing the smaller things can make me see the bigger picture, bigger than what I want...
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    Chelsea Lou - The Ventura adventure, not a sinking ship!

    Well done on the loss, that is great and in terms of percentage is fab! Agree that another few days will take you over half a stone. Make this a positive feeling so that Fred can't sneak in any cracks!!!
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    Greeneyes will PERSEVERE.........

    Well done GE, keep strong, get through the tough days! X
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    Chelsea Lou - The Ventura adventure, not a sinking ship!

    Good luck with the WI tonight - I love it when something fits again/ nicely (had the same today with a dress for work). Let us know how you get on x
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    Wales - Life in 2011

    Hey all, thanks for dropping by and I hope everyone has survived Tuesday. Work is busy at the moment which is good as it makes the day go quicker, and I am quite suprised that I haven't really had any hunger pangs after getting back on SS - my lord I think I must still be full from Saturday :o...
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    Katycakes Won't Give Up...

    Evening Katy, hope you are getting through the day, just remember hour by hour at times. You are doing really well - big hugs xx
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    Chelsea Lou - The Ventura adventure, not a sinking ship!

    I don't blame you, it is far too cold be outside in the rain and it would be painful enough just doing the exercise!
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    Katycakes Won't Give Up...

    I am loving Chelsea Lou's diversionary tactics, personally I am not thinking about my diet at the moment!! Hope you are doing well Katy and have had a good day, big hugs xxx
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    Chelsea Lou - The Ventura adventure, not a sinking ship!

    Hope your BMF class goes well, is it held outside then?
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    20 days to go!............

    Cross posting or what! Glad to hear you are well. We flew into Dubai but stayed in Ras al Khaimah which is about an hour up the road, but we had a trip into Dubai. The whole place is just mad. It was in the thick of construction when we were there, but the service, the hotels and the weather...
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    20 days to go!............

    I used a tick off chart last time that I kept on the fridge and have got another one for this time as well. I love getting over the halfway mark and then you can really see progress. And am so jealous for Dubai, I long for some warm sunshine - we went for our honeymoon in March 5 years ago and...
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    Wales - Life in 2011

    Great weekend, which has left me shattered, I am getting old man! Lovely housewarming in the most beautiful barn conversion that my friends have bought on the east coast just outside Whitby. I planned a night off CD, and as usual with me there are no half measures. Lots of bottles of different...
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    Wales - Life in 2011

    I think you are crackers CL :D you remind me of a friend of mine who says phrases like that. Another busy day at work today, stomach was growling today at work so rushed a bar when I got home before taking the dog for a walk. Spacing out the time this evening before my last shake. Scales were...
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    Checking in on old friends!!

    Hey Alli and AM - great to see you both xxx
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    Greeneyes will PERSEVERE.........

    Hey GE, big hugs from here too xxx
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    Sunshine's Trip To Pre Baby Weight (start Thurs 13th oct, p 91)

    Congrats on the pregnancy, lovely to see you around and about xx
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    Katycakes Won't Give Up...

    Evening Katy, big hugs and I have brought my pens to help you draw that line... Bess I think you explained yourself very well, and I totally get it. I spent nearly 2 years "thinking" about starting a VLCD. Two years, thinking, and eating and not doing anything. Katy, you are doing...
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    Wales - Life in 2011

    Quick post this evening. Weigh in was 3lbs. Which means 15lbs in 17 days. I can't help measuring against the rate at which I lost last time but I started nearly 4st lighter this time so in percentage terms the loss is great. I know I have been 100% this week, I know that this diet when left to...
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    20 days to go!............

    Hello Curly. Agree with everything written above - you were so supportive and motivating through 2009 it is good to see you. Would wish you good luck but am sure you won't need it x
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    Wales - Life in 2011

    Hey all, thanks for dropping by. And lovely to see you Curly after all this time, hope you and your family are well. And anyone is welcome to come and walk the dog anytime you want, she can walk and walk and walk... Day 16 - hungry-ish, tired-ish and headachey-ish today, but busy at work so...
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    Being Brave - Pics attached (hopefully!)

    A-ma-zing, fabulous loss. Great motivation too. Just brilliant!
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    Wales - Life in 2011

    You aren't having too much caffiene are you? I bought some decaff coffee for when I am on CD, otherwise I would be awake all night. It doesn't taste that great. I also reduce my water intake after 8pm, otherwise I seem to be on the loo a lot. I always think about replanning the kitchen when I am...
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    Wales - Life in 2011

    Hello all. Much more energy today so the extra sleep really made a difference. Day 15, the start of week 3 - tetra at work for lunch, soup earlier this evening and just about to go and get a shake. Scales have dropped another couple of lbs, work clothes feel much better, and had a few comments...
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    Greeneyes will PERSEVERE.........

    Oh my goodnes GE, I read about that today in the paper. Your poor son and his friends family, very tragic. Big hugs (and well done on the 6lbs) xx
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    Katycakes Won't Give Up...

    Evening Katy - shame about the CDC cancelling, hope you have enough supplies to get you through. You sound in great spirits which is lovely to see. The stage after ketosis has to be acceptance I think that this is how it is going to be for a certain period of time. I think I am there now on...
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    Wales - Life in 2011

    Took myself off to bed for a couple of hours early yesterday evening. Up for a short time to watch Biggest Loser USA, then early to bed at half nine. Think I feel better for it. Had a shake, a soup and a bar yesterday. And water, though possibly not enough. Decent lie in for me today, until...
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    Wales - Life in 2011

    Thanks Sleepy & Katy. Am feeling better, even though the parcel hadn't made its way back to the sorting office. Will have to wait until Monday to pick it up, whatever it is! A quick stroll round B&Q to pick up brochures for bathrooms. Then a very blustery walk with the dog and OH. Feet up...
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    Greeneyes will PERSEVERE.........

    Big hugs from here too xx
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    Wales - Life in 2011

    Boxes of bars in my house would have to be under lock and key. When I came off/ fell off CD last time I would binge on bars as soon as they were delivered, not good... Am feeling really blue today, in a bad mood but also tearful, like PMT but that is nowhere near. I am waiting for the real...
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    Katycakes Won't Give Up...

    Evening Katy. I love a book in my hand as well. I spend so much of the day, and evening, looking at a screen lazing an afternoon away reading feels like a treat. Have a great weekend, keep up the good work xx
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    Taking the scenic route, But I`ll arrive where I want to be eventually ;)

    Hope you are doing good - and happy weekend!!!
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    Wales - Life in 2011

    You know it works Linda, as your photos show. But it is just so hard sometimes to get in the groove. Think this restart has taken about 8 months, and 4 attempts to really be solid and for me to be focussed. Big hugs. Another ok day today. I took delivery of bars yesterday which is my weakness...
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    Wales - Life in 2011

    She loves the Hoover, well liked being hoovered with our old one not so keen on the dyson, a little too strong for her! And she might type but her grammar ain't so good! Had my last shake and am now in bed for an earlyish night. Meant to say on my prev post that I also measured a 7.5" loss...
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    Katycakes Won't Give Up...

    I also have limited choice atm, it is wash and wear and wash again for work... Ho hum xx
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    Wales - Life in 2011

    Thanks all. 12lbs which is great, as was worried it wasn't going to be a big start. OH lost 13lbs so he is well chuffed he has beaten me! Just had a bar and a coffee, yummy bar and so good to chew something. Have been hungry again today, but managed through and still have a shake to go. Hope...
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    Greeneyes will PERSEVERE.........

    Excellent advice above, and big hugs xx
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    Taking the scenic route, But I`ll arrive where I want to be eventually ;)

    Well done on the weigh in. I always feel cheated when the official weigh in is less than I have been seeing on my (admittedly dodgy) scales. But a loss is a loss. And I am sure you can get the 14lbs in a month. You sound very focussed on what you need to do which is the main thing! Have a...
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    Katycakes Won't Give Up...

    Yay Katy 9lbs, what a great loss and motivation. Well the real motvation sounds like it is those fab clothes. Nothing nicer than lots of lovely new things in the wardrobe and a choice! Happy day 9, big hugs x
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    Wales - Life in 2011

    Evening all, me and the dog here typing my update for Minis, which means I have to retype everything! Hope you are all doing well this evening on whatever plan you are on. Busy day at work today, but hungry for tetra before midday which meant I was ravenous for soup when I got home and am...
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    Greeneyes will PERSEVERE.........

    Hey hiya Greeneyes. I am SS until 5 Feb which will be just about 5 weeks, then going to reassess and I have about 50lbs to go to get to the target I never quite achieved last time. Stick with it, am day 9 now and getting back in the swing of things. Drink the water, keep up the trips to...
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    Taking the scenic route, But I`ll arrive where I want to be eventually ;)

    Nothing better than a lazy Suday, except perhaps a lazy bank holiday Monday to follow it! Good luck for the weigh in tonight, tho am sure you won't need it!
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    Katycakes Won't Give Up...

    Glad you are having a good, if bitty day. I thought the weather was getting warmer until I went out with the dog this evening and it was freezing. Dunno if it just that it was a clear sky that added to it, but was raw! Keep wrapped up warm and focussed on the great losses that you will see at...
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    Wales - Life in 2011

    Brief update as only on line for a short while. Work is manic, desk move plus new processes, means it was 11.30 before I knew it which is always a great feeling. I feel hungry, but when I look at food (ie. snack machine at work) I don't want to eat it. Sat in a 2 hour meeting with a birthday...
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    Wales - Life in 2011

    Am hungry today. Haven't had as much water as yesterday (as I was never off the loo) but have still had a couple of litres. I wonder if that is it. Will chug along this evening... Had a choc shake for breakfast about 9.30 and then another choc shake about 15.30. Also been out for a nice long...
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    Katycakes Won't Give Up...

    Glad you have had a good day, and these feelings are infectious you know!
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    YOOOO HOOOO to all you 2009ers back for 2011!!!

    Hi Jess, good to see you here. Totally agree that 2011 should be an awesome year and no reason why it shouldn't be. And I am also thrilled to see all these 2009ers (excellent vintage!). Onwards and downwards I say x
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    Taking the scenic route, But I`ll arrive where I want to be eventually ;)

    Hope today is going well for you, have a great Sunday...
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    Katycakes Won't Give Up...

    Morning Katy, just seen your post on my thread - way to go that is fabby. Just what you need on a Sunday morning. Enjoy your day and keep warm as it looks pretty chilly most places today. x
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    Wales - Life in 2011

    Hi Lelly - thanks for dropping by. OH has really watched Lost I have dipped in and out but thought I should watch the last one. However think he is a little sick of me going - who is that, and is he dead etc! Morning weight was a staggering 202lbs this morning, which would be 12lbs loss...
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    Wales - Life in 2011

    Rest of day went well. Lazy afternoon, watching sport. Started to watch the final episode of Lost but the DVD disc packed in about 5 mins into it. We get films from Love Film so will have to send it back. So watched Elizabeth, with Cate Blanchet, the first one. It was fabulous, really loved it...
  114. Wales

    Katycakes Won't Give Up...

    Glad you had a good day Katy. It can be like being ill with a cold, you don't realise how crappy you felt at the time until you are getting better and then reflect how poop you felt! Here's to another fab day tomorrow x
  115. Wales

    Wales - Life in 2011

    Yay Katy well done, hope it is not too cold and the snow not too deep! Am just about to read one of the books I got for Christmas and put off my soup for an hour or so. Well done on the 100% keep it up xx
  116. Wales

    Starting the Cambridge Diet on 17th Jan, any tips?

    Agree with all the advice above, but mainly water water water. And focus. This is the easiest hardess diet to do, but get through the first week, into ketosis and to your first weigh in and that should give you real motivation. Support, advice and motivation from Minis is also key. Good luck x
  117. Wales

    Day 5....having a tough day and struggling...

    Hope you are doing well today. I am also on day 6 and feel better today than yesterday. All I did yesterday evening was sleep and feel much improved today. Keep chugging on the water!!!
  118. Wales

    Wales - Life in 2011

    Inspired by some old Mini friends I will start a diary to record my thoughts and progress through this last 50lbs. Lost a chunk of weight in 2009 which changed my life around, some crept back on towards in the second half of 2010 and wanted to hang around, so 2011 is the year to get it off for...
  119. Wales

    Katycakes Won't Give Up...

    Hug received Katy and one sent right back. It is lovely to see everyone and remember the great level of support received on here - lovely warm feeling (snuggled up in the back of that wagon!). I haven't got a diary, was really only lurking but I might start one to keep me on the straight and...
  120. Wales

    Katycakes Won't Give Up...

    :D Hey Katie, so lovely to see you after all this time, and everyone else I see popping up on here! I look forward to hearing tales from your corner of Scotland as we go through the new year. Minis is here to support us through this, you know you can do this and once lovely ketosis kicks in...
  121. Wales

    Alexmummy's learning journey...

    Yay, congrats on your wedding. I can't see your pics but you look fab and glamorous on your profile pic. x
  122. Wales

    Sunshine's Trip To Pre Baby Weight (start Thurs 13th oct, p 91)

    Just want to wish you all the very best for your wedding day and your future, savour every moment as the day just flies past! x
  123. Wales

    Liz's CD Diet to Goal

    Big hugs Liz, hope all is ok. Sleep and relaxation is good, your health is the most important thing: houses; weddings etc can follow on behind. Look after yourself. Wales xxx
  124. Wales

    My metamorphosis log - final stage

    Congratulations Butterfly, exciting news to finally get round to doing "IT" If you know what you want for your day just work at getting that. I knew what type of relaxed atmosphere I wanted and how we wanted (hopefully) our guests to feel and we worked back from there. And we had the best...
  125. Wales

    Liz's CD Diet to Goal

    :wave_cry: been lurking (and eating) but glad to see you are getting back into the zone. Congrats on the engagement and very excited for you about the wedding - special times... I am back on SS tomorrow, - confirmed - email has been sent to CDC and I have said it out loud on here. I look at...
  126. Wales

    Lizz's "to Inslimity and beyond" diary

    So pleased to hear from you Lizz, I was just thinking about you yesterday, and I am thrilled that you sound happy and at peace with where you are. Big hugs xxx
  127. Wales

    Liz's CD Diet to Goal

    Congratulation Liz, am so thrilled for you, that's an old romantic fiance you have there. Enjoy the engagement, plenty of time to get set for your wedding xxx
  128. Wales

    Wales Daily Diary...

    Thanks all, very big thanks xxx
  129. Wales

    Wales Daily Diary...

    It wasn't good news yesterday :-( We are taking stock, crying and talking (plenty of wine was drunk) Thanks for all your support and wishes - onwards we go
  130. Wales

    Lost & Found... Map Gone AWOL!

    It said there would be sunshine in Scotland today (very generic I know) but I thought of you and hoped you would get a break in the clouds. Here's hoping for a sunny weekend. Big hugs xxx
  131. Wales

    Wales Daily Diary...

    Thanks all, I can't thank you all on your messages which is strange, but THANKS x Transfer went ok, was a bit traumatic as you need a full bladder and we were seen over an hour late. So had to keep nipping to loo to let a little out and then fill up again. Mind you the nurse and doctor...
  132. Wales

    Wales Daily Diary...

    They will put back max 2 and we want to freeze any others that are suitable and strong enough to freeze!!!
  133. Wales

    Wales Daily Diary...

    Well looks like Barry White worked his magic. They had actually collected 17 eggs of which 13 have fertillised :eek: They will monitor them over the next couple of days as they don't know yet the quality. We are booked in for transfer on Sunday at 10am, however they may decide to take them to...
  134. Wales

    Liz's CD Diet to Goal

    Enjoy the cut and colour and I would def go shopping to try on al different lippies, how can you tell without looking at them. With me how lipsticks smell makes me like them less or more. You never know you might find something else to go with your new haircut - new shoes, undies?? Something...
  135. Wales

    Lost & Found... Map Gone AWOL!

    Hey Katy, big hugs and hopefully not too long when the days are drier and warmer to be out with the dog. I want to spend much more time outside this year, walking and gardening - it so tantalising to see the sun but it still be cold! Have a good bank holiday weekend x
  136. Wales

    Wales Daily Diary...

    Thanks for thinking of me, it worked - 13 eggs collected - I was hoping for 5 or 6. Over the moon. The procedure was fine, the staff were really nice and made it very relaxed. I have some pain, feels like very bad trapped wind but is ok. Had a nice snooze on the sofa, OH is looking after me very...
  137. Wales

    Liz's CD Diet to Goal

    Big hugs Liz, but well done for turning round to look at the positives, which is a hugely positive thing to do in itself. Agree with enjoying Sun and Mon with your boyfriend, use the gift of the extra days. Enjoy your evening shake x
  138. Wales

    Wales Daily Diary...

    Thanks ladies for all your :) Just passing time until I can go to bed and have my tranquiliser to help me sleep and pass out. Need one as it was a restless night last night! Changed the sheets on the bed tonight as I sleep much better in fresh sheets. Every little helps! We are leaving home...
  139. Wales

    Liz's CD Diet to Goal

    Stick with it, you know it works xx
  140. Wales

    Liz's CD Diet to Goal

    Glad to hear you sounding positive Liz. Wishing you well for SS, enjoy your tetras And big thumbs up for the tulips at work x
  141. Wales

    Liz's CD Diet to Goal

    Hey Liz, big hugs. Nothing more to add other than do what you need to make you feel better, and you know CD works. It isn't an easy road this is it?? Be good to yourself, and to each other. xxx
  142. Wales

    Lost & Found... Map Gone AWOL!

    I like the sound of netball, but scary memories of short skirts!! You are not alone Katy, definitely not. We are all here. I sometime find that I have nothing to say other than the facts. The thinking around the choices I am making can overwhelm me so I just do, and don't think. And that is...
  143. Wales

    Wales Daily Diary...

    Thanks as always ladies for your kind thoughts, words and support. Really good apt today, we are booked in for egg collection on Thursday morning :eek: So so pleased, and feel so blessed that we have got this far, a bit shellshocked tbh. And the doctor said that 39 wasn't really that old, he...
  144. Wales

    Wales Daily Diary...

    Heya, thanks for your comments. Quick upate. All going well, had scan on Friday and have quite a few follicles growing, so am on stim injections until a further scan on Monday and then all being well the bigger ones will have grown further and be ready to collect! No real side effects until...
  145. Wales

    New to the 1000 forum

    Hope you really enjoyed the champagne last night, a little will go a long way after CD (bonus!) Here's to a healthy and happy maintenance for you - what a great achievement x
  146. Wales

    Lost & Found... Map Gone AWOL!

    Hey Katy, good to see you back. Glad you had a good trip to China, so exotic and jet set!!! It is quiet on here, I keep dropping by and it seems like everyone is snoozing. Getting back into the swing of things is tough isn't it. My choices haven't been great of latem but I do seem to get...
  147. Wales

    I'm at GOAL!!! Yippee

    Well done Zoe, absolutely fab! Enjoy your champagne and your new skinny self!
  148. Wales

    Wales Daily Diary...

    Hiya, have been lurking and keeping in touch with diaries, tho it seems to have been pretty quiet of late. Quick update on me, had scan yesterday which showed the first down reg injection had done its thing perfectly, so today I moved on to the stimming injections. Just did my first one at...
  149. Wales

    Sunshine's Trip To Pre Baby Weight (start Thurs 13th oct, p 91)

    Sunshine, sad to hear your news - big hugs, but if you know it was the right decision better to have made it now, however hard it was, than carry on knowing it wasn't right. Take care of you xxx
  150. Wales

    Liz's CD Diet to Goal

    Well done Liz. We know from CD that it is a combination of factors - lbs dropped on the scale, inches off the tape and how clothes fit and feel. Keep it up and you know you will see the benefits!! xxx
  151. Wales

    Liz's CD Diet to Goal

    Hey Liz I am a replier to texts and messages, probably cos I know I analyse who responds when, how quickly etc to me. So I am conscious of it. Some people less so. Plus if you are feeling a bit blue, and contemplative it can feel more like being ignored than is really happening. I know...
  152. Wales

    Liz's CD Diet to Goal

    Hiya Liz Lovely to hear you sounding so well and happy and balanced. I am a little like you, currently in the larger clothes in my wardrobe. But they are a 16, and this time last year they were are 22/24. So whilst not ideal, so much better than then. The 12s & 10s will come back again...
  153. Wales

    Lost & Found... Map Gone AWOL!

    Have a great trip x
  154. Wales

    Lost & Found... Map Gone AWOL!

    China, how marvelous, lucky you! Even though it is work what an experience, have you been before? Sounds like you are keeping well, which I like to see xx
  155. Wales

    Liz's CD Diet to Goal

    Hi Liz, glad you are feeling better and the diet does sound interesting. Keep up updated with how you are doing xxx
  156. Wales

    Wales Daily Diary...

    Am feeling much better thanks, and as TOTM arrived today have had my first injection. A little confusion over the needles, but as my mum said if it was something that you could really muck up and do yourself serious injury they wouldn't let yourself do it at home. OH said she felt a little...
  157. Wales

    Lost & Found... Map Gone AWOL!

    Congrats on finishing the work, what a relief to get that out of the way - happy Sunday x
  158. Wales

    For what it's worth...

    It is totally achieveable, keep your goals in mind and make this time you get what you want x
  159. Wales

    Lost & Found... Map Gone AWOL!

    Morning Katy! Hope you get to whizz through your work today. As much as I would love to work for myself, the thought of self assessment, accountants etc makes me realise how much I like to get a pay check. I think I would have to earn huge amounts to make it worth it - and believe me that aint...
  160. Wales

    For what it's worth...

    This time last year my BMI was 43, I had been trying to lose weight for what seemed an eternity. Life felt like it was on hold until I could lose 13 BMI points to be eligible for IVF. I squeezed myself into an airline seat for a trip in a lifetime to New York, and when I looked at the photos I...
  161. Wales

    Wales Daily Diary...

    Very big thanks to you lovely special ladies :) No TOTM as yet, but am hopeful for the weekend, hmm hope springs and all that. Have a great weekend everyone xxx
  162. Wales

    Wales Daily Diary...

    Thanks Katy xxx
  163. Wales

    Wales Daily Diary...

    So here's the situation/ plan. Fingers crossed I can take my first injection tomorrow/ Friday as long as my TOTM comes, tho I have a suspicion it might be a little late. I have come off all CD products, though have some in the cupboard so may use the choc shakes to supplement my basic diet...
  164. Wales

    Liz's CD Diet to Goal

    Hope you are starting to feel a little better. Take care of yourself. xxx
  165. Wales

    Lost & Found... Map Gone AWOL!

    Hey Katy, glad to see you are doing ok. Sounds like a scary journey, like a scene from a movie when you realise there is no signal and you can't turn around - so glad it had a happy ending for you. Totally agree AM - roll on spring and a little bit of warmth! Have a good evening x
  166. Wales

    Jessicarabbit72's diary.........

    Hey Jess, glad the Relate apt went well. Have a good weekend back on the plan, you are doing so well - keep it up x
  167. Wales

    Lost & Found... Map Gone AWOL!

    Saturday morning wave Katy. Bright sunshine and frost here too, with a big blue sky - inspired me to clean the patio windows so I can sit and look out and not be distracted/ ashamed by the dust. Have a good day and weekend, be kind to yourself as you would be do one of us and you will be...
  168. Wales

    Wales Daily Diary...

    Am so so so tired today. Last night after I got in from the ahem *carvery* felt really chilled and couldn't get warm. Went to bed in lots of layers but had a sore throat that wouldn't quench with water. Came on so quick. Was up at 1.30 to get a lemsip, but OH was also struggling to sleep and I...
  169. Wales

    Lost & Found... Map Gone AWOL!

    Big one of these to you Katy :hug99: xxx
  170. Wales

    Liz's CD Diet to Goal

    Hey Liz, how fab to see you back. Know how you feel about post Christmas motivation. Your day sounded great yesterday. Small steps, getting back in control, coming back on here and going to the gym - a very sensible approach. Am just in home for 10 mins before I whizz off to work so will catch...
  171. Wales

    A year has passed...........

    Well done Curly, thoroughly deserved success and you are so very supportive to everyone on here. Am thrilled you are enjoying the changes this has brought to your life x
  172. Wales

    Lost & Found... Map Gone AWOL!

    This has been on my mind so much lately. And the conversation with my friends about their weightloss and BMIs, has made me think more about it. Porgeous is so right about looking at what is working, and having an overall balance. I think that is such a positive approach to have, and one that...
  173. Wales

    Wales Daily Diary...

    So special my friends that they have sent through pics of me dancing like a maniac and then sprawled on the floor at the end of the night. So that is where the bruise on my knee came from! Hope everyone had a great Monday. I am so glad I am finally home, it is dark and cold and rainy here...
  174. Wales

    Lizz's "to Inslimity and beyond" diary

    Hey Lizz, good to see you around. Thirded on getting the correct support from the experts. And on not being a failure, no way. Take care of you x
  175. Wales

    Wales Daily Diary...

    I love the badger and his shiny stone!!!
  176. Wales

    Wales Daily Diary...

    Lovely little trip away. Saw cousin and her little girl who I haven't see for about a year and a half. Then over to the coast. Had a lovely evening, plenty of drinking and dancing and general merriment. Feeling it today, but worth it for the fun that was had. I feel very lucky to have a bunch of...
  177. Wales

    Curlywurly is venturing over......and wants to stay slim forever more!!!!

    So pleased you had a good holiday Curly, agree with Katy though, wish you had brought the sun back!!!
  178. Wales

    Lost & Found... Map Gone AWOL!

    Here's to a great weekend Katy x
  179. Wales

    Wales Daily Diary...

    Back pain is much better today. Bess, it is some sort of hot desking, there aren't enough desks for the project I am on so sitting where I can, it is soul destroying as I can't work effectively. I grew up in Whitby, ages 4-6 and then again from 11 until I left school so still have friends...
  180. Wales

    Wales Daily Diary...

    Thanks Laura. I start to plan but then get excited and want to get going to speed off, get halfway though run out of plan and wing it - oops, that's when things get sticky and I get into trouble. Reading that back - it is exactly the same for work as for food. Must try harder at planning!!!
  181. Wales

    Alexmummy's learning journey...

    I like your idea about running round the tills at work! You will look fantabulous on your wedding day, even better than good!!!
  182. Wales

    My metamorphosis log - final stage

    A wave and a hug from me too x
  183. Wales

    Greeneyes will PERSEVERE.........

    You are doing really fab, and well done for resisting temptation. And BMI 25 is really great stuff x
  184. Wales

    Lost & Found... Map Gone AWOL!

    Did someone mention singing before, how about a chorus of this oldie but goodie to keep spirits up on the wagon... ---- Horsey, Horsey don't you stop Just let your feet go clipity clop Your tail goes swish and the wheels go round Giddy up we're homeward bound. Horsey horsey on your way We've...
  185. Wales

    Wales Daily Diary...

    Okish day. Days are fine, evenings I am huuuungry. I think it is that I am on CD only during the day and having a meal at night just switches on the hunger monsters. Am going to mix it up a little tomorrow. Take some fruit into work, maybe start to have porridge again for brekkie. See how I get...
  186. Wales

    Lost & Found... Map Gone AWOL!

    I am hanging in tight too, think there must've been a naughty bit of slippery grease on my part of the rope, but have regained a tight(ish) hold. OH was very strict with me last night, and I was a bit sulky but it worked and I didn't ruin everything. The sun is shining here and the desk I am...
  187. Wales

    Wales Daily Diary...

    Hmmm, didn't set the treadmill up so ergo couldn't use it. Have struggled with feeling hungry as I start to reintroduce food up to 1200. And I am so, so tired. Driving home tonight my eyes were almost closed. Last night was asleep from 9, and it won't be long before I am away tonight. Weight...
  188. Wales

    Lost & Found... Map Gone AWOL!

    Hey katy, hope you are ok today. It is sooooooo quiet on here, perhaps the gentle rocking of the cart has us all snoozing, contented!
  189. Wales

    Lost & Found... Map Gone AWOL!

    I was prescribed tranexamicacid (sp) for severely heavy bleeding and they worked a treat for me. The associated issues did reduce, but it dealt with the symptoms not the cause. But the bleeding did reduce over time. Also acupuncture has been brilliant for regulating my cycle and dealing with...
  190. Wales

    Greeneyes will PERSEVERE.........

    Hope you had a good day Greeneyes, it's a good job there are so many trips to loo as it helps to pass the time!!!
  191. Wales

    Lost & Found... Map Gone AWOL!

    Hey Katy, it was quiet this weekend, and today! Hope it was a happy Monday for you x
  192. Wales

    Wales Daily Diary...

    Eek I hope so. A little diversion last night, a banana and a yoghurt and a small glass of wine, just the one small one that took an hour to drink, wow, small steps. It just seemed normal, hey will take that. Shake for breakfast, tetra for lunch with lashings of water and peppermint tea. Might...
  193. Wales

    Wales Daily Diary...

    I read RFL as Rugby Football League, and whilst I watch I certainly don't take part I might wash them down after, if they asked nicely ;) Then dur for me, realised Race for Life - which I am completing with my mum. So the walk today was the start of our training together as we will walk it...
  194. Wales

    Wales Daily Diary...

    Um, ok, Ukranian Tractors not heard of that one, is it one to add to my wish list? And the gilet sounds gorgeous, very on trend clashing colours of red and pink don't you know.
  195. Wales

    Wales Daily Diary...

    Small lie in until 8am which was fab, then breakfast with the family at a lovely little cafe in Pontefract - poached eggs on toast with a sausage and lots of tea. Then have had CD shake and chicken salad for dinner. Will have some fruit for pud. Did a little clothes shopping this aft, I bought...
  196. Wales

    Alli takes the scenic route to maintenance

    I really struggle to say no to wine, but I can't just have one glass, it comes in a bottle so I have a bottle. Am also like that with chocolate, hey hum. Hope you had a good walk today. I am going to my mums tomorrow and we are going for a nice long walk - getting in training for Race for...
  197. Wales

    Lost & Found... Map Gone AWOL!

    Will there always be sunshine either at that perfect time in a morning when it is clear and the day is full of promise, or late afternoon when it is just thinking about finishing up so gives out as much as it can for the last couple of hours? I will bring some knitted bed socks for us all so...
  198. Wales

    My metamorphosis log - final stage

    Hey Butterfly, hope you are ok. Hope you have a good weekend (if not on shifts!!) x
  199. Wales

    Lost & Found... Map Gone AWOL!

    Seems like early nights all round. It is so foggy here this evening, and it is time for my bed. Good choices all round it seems today. Thank goodness it is Saturday tomorrow. Here's to a good weekend to all x
  200. Wales

    Alli takes the scenic route to maintenance

    hehehe A few days in Spain, in the rain, would be lovely. Well done on the cals today. I have turned down chocolate and a bite of pizza. I asked for both and then changed my mind. Feels great! Just say no to wine! x
  201. Wales

    Greeneyes will PERSEVERE.........

    Hiya, good to see you x
  202. Wales

    Wales Daily Diary...

    Arrrgh, just lost my message. Darn my tired eyes... You are sensible and correct ;) Am moving up to 1200 from tomorrow. Will use up my CD products and see what I get on 1200, by doing it properly. You know they didn't even weigh me this time at the clinic, that is unheard of. And I had...
  203. Wales

    Wales Daily Diary...

    Am ok, am here. Am just very tired after work so I have a quick check up on all, make a couple of comments and then fall asleep! Thank goodness it is Friday, lie in tomorrow. Am in quandry (again) about plan to follow, I want to see losses but know I need to eat right for treatment, I know we...
  204. Wales

    Lost & Found... Map Gone AWOL!

    Evening katy, hope you have had a good day. Good to see the scales going down, stick with it, snuggled in the warm blankets on this rickerty old waggon. x
  205. Wales

    Alexmummy's learning journey...

    Enjoy your meal, yum, nachos with all the trimmings, yum x
  206. Wales

    Wales Daily Diary...

    Ho hum. Poor old doggy was put to sleep this evening :cry: He had another painful attack this evening so they took him to vet who said probably bowel or stomach problems, and really wouldn't know without investigations and probably an op. On the advice of the vet they did the kind thing. Just...
  207. Wales

    Wales Daily Diary...

    Am here. Am shattered! Had an emergency phone call to go check in on in-laws dog as they thought he might've had a stroke. But he was ok, ish. He is getting on in age and has joint problems, and possible kidney problems, so everyone is a little nervous at the moment! Work is v. busy, so much...
  208. Wales

    Lost & Found... Map Gone AWOL!

    Hey Katy, what a lot of wonderful advice and support has been given by this amazing group of peeps. Not much if anything to add, as it's all been said but stick with it and we'll stick with you. Big hugs and hope you had a good day, despite rain, fog, snow etc etc xxx
  209. Wales

    Lost & Found... Map Gone AWOL!

    Morning lovely Katy, don't be too hard on yourself. Have a good day, enjoy your walk and work. Big hugs xxx
  210. Wales

    Lost & Found... Map Gone AWOL!

    When I am driving to work I see people out walking their dogs either on the racecourse or towards the river and I am so jealous that I am not them! Hope your day carried on well. Let us know how you got on. Big hugs xxx
  211. Wales

    Wales Daily Diary...

    Phew, very busy day at work, only just got in. Have pounding headache from too much coffee. Just had soup, and will have shake shortly. Scales said 12.8 this morning, which has gone up to 12.11 this evening. But will take whatever it is, under 13! Tasted little bits of the sauce of the...
  212. Wales

    Lost & Found... Map Gone AWOL!

    Big hugs Katy xxx
  213. Wales

    Wales Daily Diary...

    Up early again as OH had overtime shift today, so he was out the door at 6am. Fortunately his dad said he would give him a lift in, so I didn't have to - very much appreciated this morning when it was so cold and frosty outside. But this time I went back to bed and back to sleep which was...
  214. Wales

    My metamorphosis log - final stage

    Have a good extra shift today Butterfly x
  215. Wales

    Lost & Found... Map Gone AWOL!

    Hey hey Katy - how was the curry night? Bet your house smelt wonderful last night. Mine smelt of OHs pizza - sigh. I am sure I could diet much better without a sense of smell, wish I could switch it off for from time to time! Here's to a successful Sunday xx
  216. Wales

    Wales Daily Diary...

    Thoroughly enjoyed Sherlock Holmes, OH wasn't impressed but I enjoyed it - nothing too taxing, just a good old romp of a film. And Jude Law is easy on the eye, mind you so too is Robert D-J. We decided not to have a meal out so it has been another SS day today. Just sitting down to enjoy a...
  217. Wales

    Wales Daily Diary...

    12.11 this morning, like how the heck? That has made up my mind, I thought about take OH out for dinner after the pictures tonight and I would have a SS+ meal, but no am going to stick to SS as I want to keep this up. Just having large black coffee and half a frozen caramel bar (as recommended...
  218. Wales

    Lost & Found... Map Gone AWOL!

    Morning Katy, sounds like you have a lovely, but busy day planned. Curry evening sounds heavenly, what a wonderful smell. Stay strong with your choices, think about how you have resisted the GUs and apply that to the items you don't want to eat in your Indian meal. It is all a choice. Ahem...
  219. Wales

    Lost & Found... Map Gone AWOL!

    Brilliant stuff Katy, that's my girl. Let's just do it!!! Have a lovy evening with your daughter, I think I quite fancy that film. The gritters were out this evening round here so expecting some kind of winter weather overnight. Stay warm x
  220. Wales

    Wales Daily Diary...

    Felt dizzy this morning at work, thought it was that my laptop bag was too heavy as I staggered to one side but it continued through the morning. Had my tetra at 9 in case blood sugar was playing up so am starting to feel hungry now. Thought about some green salad and tuna at lunch but there was...
  221. Wales

    Wales Daily Diary...

    12.13 this morning, but also grumbly tum. Large black coffee and lots of water. Plenty of work to do when I get there, spreadsheets and graphs which I love, so that should keep me distracted. I don't want to lose focus this 2nd week! Have a good day all x
  222. Wales

    My metamorphosis log - final stage

    Well done Butterfly on staying 100%, especially when on shifts! Have a good sleep today x
  223. Wales

    Wales Daily Diary...

    Thanks Bess, it can be done, you, we, me, all of us. Anything is possible. Hope you are having a good evening x
  224. Wales

    Wales Daily Diary...

    Yippee - 13.1 on CDCs scales, so that's 7lbs this first week. Am thrilled to bits with that. I know if I had carried on as I was doing it would've been a couple of lbs on so am pleased just to have stopped that cycle. Am having another SS week, but have ordered the wrong bars, asked for Caramel...
  225. Wales

    Lesley's 100% diary

    Hey yelsel, you are doing really well and your losses should be spurring you on. I did 5 months last year mainly on SS, so know how you are feeling. Suprisingly once you are in a few weeks it can become like second nature. I made a chart for my fridge that listed the days in the first 12 weeks...
  226. Wales

    Lost & Found... Map Gone AWOL!

    Yay glad you had a good day and am right behind you in battle of temptation. Was listening to the radio on the way to work this morning and Paul McKenna was on promoting his book/ CD I Can Make You Thin. It is being relaunched. He did an imagination exercise about resisting chocolate, and...
  227. Wales

    Jessica Rabbit72's diary 4/1/10 - 7/2/10 now closed.

    Hey Jess, hope you had a good day with your DS and that he did well in the festival. Keep strong, keep attempting to communicate - then you know you have done everything you can! Hope you also had a good CD day too xx
  228. Wales

    My metamorphosis log - final stage

    Great news, well done you. Have a good evening x
  229. Wales

    Lost & Found... Map Gone AWOL!

    At the moment, not eating them initially was a superb achievement. Perhaps better to donate them elsewhere and feel good about that. Having them there as a test isn't perhaps necessary at the moment -just making that first choice was fab. If they are there as a test of strength it could...
  230. Wales

    Lost & Found... Map Gone AWOL!

    Enjoy the skinny latte and the bar, I get some bars this eve and am v. excited about it! Here's to us all having a fab Thursday, we can do it x
  231. Wales

    Alexmummy's learning journey...

    Congratulations - how exciting :D:D:D Enjoy that planning, it is so lovely to plan something for yourself rather than others Woo Hoo xxx
  232. Wales

    Alli takes the scenic route to maintenance

    Hope you are all starting to feel better x
  233. Wales

    Lost & Found... Map Gone AWOL!

    Morning Katy. Here's to a good day, build on that 5lb loss. Onwards and downwards today xxx
  234. Wales

    Wales Daily Diary...

    12.13 when I first got on the scale, then 13.0, then 12.13 again :D Day 7 and my CDC is coming round tonight. Dunno what I will weigh in at tonight but am pleased to see the scales move down. I struggle with breakfast, it just makes me hungry! It is a really long day if I have a shake before...
  235. Wales

    Lost & Found... Map Gone AWOL!

    5lbs is super Katy, really super. But no no no to a branded car! You can make 810 work for you if it is the right thing for you. Have a great afternoon lovely, feel good about that loss! xxx
  236. Wales

    Wales Daily Diary...

    13.1 again this morning, just! You are correct Bess I will se the 12s soon, please please please!!! Had a lie in this morning to 7.30 which was just delightful. Am biting my nails resisting my tetra until lunchtime. Roll on next week as I have ordered some bars to split up during the day...
  237. Wales

    Lost & Found... Map Gone AWOL!

    So sorry it is feeling like torture, not experienced in these levels of the plan really so no real advice, except hang in there but ensure you aren't making yourself feel worse by not getting anything out of the step you are on - if that makes sense. x
  238. Wales

    Wales Daily Diary...

    Am afraid it does talk, duuno how it does, OH probably downloaded an app to do that - I don't get involved in that side. Had lovely evening, had some chicken skewers with sauce removed and then some chicken on a sizzle plate with a few veggies with some blackbean sauce. No rice or noodles no...
  239. Wales

    Wales Daily Diary...

    Especially when it says the word out loud! Must remember only incorrectly type rude words with the sound off!!! So here I am sat in one of the nicest Thai restaurants in Leeds, waiting for some pals to turn up wishing it hadn't been me that suggested Thai - I lurrrrve it and haven't had one for...
  240. Wales

    Wales Daily Diary...

    My typing on my iPhone is getting better so can catch up a little at work over lunch as I have nothing else to do - haha going ok today, had tetra and big drink of peppermint tea. Totm on it's way and suprisingly my mood is fine just backache, which is different. My autospell wants to write...
  241. Wales

    My metamorphosis log - final stage

    Have a good day butterfly x
  242. Wales

    Lost & Found... Map Gone AWOL!

    Morning katy, wishing you a good day xxx
  243. Wales

    Wales Daily Diary...

    Day 5 - 13.1 again today, yippee. Think ketosis is kicking in as I don't feel hungry this morning and my urgh, bad breath! Only two full and one part day until I see my CDC, get new supplies and weigh in. Will feel great once I get a full week completed. Have a great day x
  244. Wales

    My metamorphosis log - final stage

    Well done on two days SS - whilst simple it isn't easy is it!! I indulged at Christmas and didn't stop, in fact got worse, some old eating patterns emerged (half a jar of mayonnaise in 2 days!) and I felt out of control. I think part of it was wanting to see what would happen if I went crazy...
  245. Wales

    Wales Daily Diary...

    I am cold too, my fingers and nose are perishing! Had a soup as soon as I got in from work about 5 and just had my choc shake. Headache has kicked in this evening, so have taken a couple of tablets. Placed my order for next week and have ordered a few bars which I am going to chop up in...
  246. Wales

    Lost & Found... Map Gone AWOL!

    Hugs Katy, but as Butterfly says all is not lost, you have taken stock and can make a difference - easy for me to say though! Have you been out for your walk? I am about to go and make a large pot of decaff coffee (are we all so similar? - spooky) and then am going to stick myself to the sofa...
  247. Wales

    My metamorphosis log - final stage

    Evening Butterfly, you describe how I have been feeling for the last couple of months, making poor choices but being unable to stop - despite warning yourself about what you are doing as you are doing it! I have gone back to SS as I know it works for me, for me it is clear cut - yes you can no...
  248. Wales

    Wales Daily Diary...

    Thanks all, feel much better today than yesterday. Just had tetra from lunch and made it last by having big cup of peppermint tea. Busy day is actually not so busy now which is good. Lots of changes going on at work so good to have time to catch up with people who I won't be working with going...
  249. Wales

    Wales Daily Diary...

    Morning all, blimey 13.1 this morning. Reassuring to see this diet still works for me. Yesterday was hungry, so had 3 shakes and a soup. Not too hungry this morning so fingers crossed I will last until lunch for my tetra, and then get through the rest of the day. Busy day at work so hope...
  250. Wales

    Alli takes the scenic route to maintenance

    Your poor husband, am sure every other hubby in the land is feeling his pain and suffering! Where are you going on holiday? Good luck on 1200, am sure you will do great - you are always so determined! x
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