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  1. Thelma

    ***MELTING MONDAY DAILY THREAD***

    Evening all, Well, the snow has melted here a bit so hopefully the temperature won't drop again and turn the melted snow into ice!! Glad some of you are managing to get back to work and get the routine established again. It definitely helps having structure to the day, I find. All ok here re...
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    ***SOCIABLE and SUPPORTIVE SUNDAY DAILY THREAD

    Evening all, Sorry I haven't been around today - been busy organising bits and pieces for holidays and generally having a lazy day! Sounds like everyone's doing ok today though - good stuff! All fine here although I could be tempted by some non CD food at the mo. Never mind, I'll make do...
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    ***snowy super saturday daily thread***

    I haven't quite decided what I'll do re Cambridge when I'm in Oz, Mrs E. My original plan was just to eat sensibly but not deprive myself of anything. But I had a tough couple of months before Christmas and that impacted on the diet so I'm not as far forward weight loss wise as I'd have liked...
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    ***snowy super saturday daily thread***

    Lizz, that's brilliant!!!!! Well done - you're a star! Australia is a holiday for me. Going for a month (can't believe I won't set foot in my office for the whole of February!!) so am extremely excited about it. Never been before so it's all a big adventure for me. Not as happy as I'd like...
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    ***snowy super saturday daily thread***

    Good morning everyone! Bling, glad you're feeling better. Hope you're enjoying that long lie as I type!! Your plans for today sound great actually - cosy on the sofa watching a film :) Enjoy! Caroline, how are you doing? Hope Day 2 treats you well. Lizz, good luck with your WI - I'm sure...
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    ***frozen yet frivolous friday daily thread***

    Morning all, No working from home for me but that's ok as my office is nice and cosy! Could do with a pjyama day though - been on a new pill and have been bleeding for the last 6 weeks! Very fed up with it now and been crampy and sore for the last few days. However, went to docs yesterday and...
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    im back again

    Good luck Melissa. We're all here to help each other through x
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    New Discovery's

    Zoe and Nicki - you're both inspirational! What a brilliant job you have both done. Wonderful stuff! As for me, well... a) I too have discovered my collar bones again b) I now have a little dip at the bottom of my neck just before my chest starts - you know, in between the 2 muscles coming...
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    WHOO HOO!

    Well done Emily! You should be proud of yourself! Keep it up and you'll be a shadow of your former self!!! T x
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    ***Thinning Thoughts Thursday Daily Thread***

    Evening All, Well done on the 6lbs Sumayyah!!! That's fab! How did you get on at your WI Sunshine1? Hope the nerves weren't warranted! How's everyone else getting on today? I'm doing ok but haven't had nearly enough water. Too bloomin cold for water! lol Been having some hot with...
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    ***tantalising tuesday daily thread***

    Hi all just a quick hellofrom me as I'm at work typing on my iPhone which takes me ages! Anyway well done everyone on getting Tuesday off to a good start. 100% so far for me - gonna try to make it to bedtime like that! Must keep busy!! Will check in properly tonight. Keep smiling and...
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    Word Association Thread

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    Song Game

    Crazy in Love Beyonce
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    Made some changes !

    Well done, Emma - fabulous positive attitude! 2010 will be your year! T x
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    How much do you want to lose - a bit of fun!

    I'd like to lose a human head and skin before going on holiday to Australia in 3 weeks. What a fright I'll give the airport staff when a headless fleshy skeleton walks in!
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    ***MAGICAL MONDAY DAILY THREAD***

    Hi Everyone, I'm another of the over indulgers at Christmas gang, so am back with a vengence! I go to Australia for a month in 3 weeks, so want to get a stone off by then (which will include the 7lbs I put on over Christmas!). Good luck all - we'll all keep each other in line, I'm sure! T x
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    ***shrinking December*** join in now for support

    Morning everyone, Well, the road to hell is paved with good intentions they say. There was me 2 weeks ago saying that I'd try and be on more regularly again, and now it's 2 weeks later and I'm just popping back. So sorry guys - I'm a terrible Miniminer! However, I do have a very valid...
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    ***shrinking December*** join in now for support

    Hello all, Long time no speak! So sorry for not being around over the last few weeks. I don't know where my time has gone - I seem to be working constantly and trying to fit a few visits with friends in. Think I'm doing my organisation for going to Oz earlier than expected! Anyway, all is...
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    ***shrinking December*** join in now for support

    Hi Mini, I didn't get to where I wanted to be either, but the scales are still going downwards - just a bit slowly! Keep going - you're nearly there! Well done for what you've achieved so far - it won't be long till you're at goal :D T x
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    Tattoo to represent weight loss

    Great idea - it's lovely! Well done on your loss!!! :)
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    Sunshine's Trip To Pre Baby Weight (start Thurs 13th oct, p 91)

    Hey Sunshine and FFBT Just popping in to say hi. Hope you're both doing great. Will catch up with you properly soon, Thelma xxx
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    Emma's WI results!!!

    Well done, Emma! That's brilliant - what a great feeling! x
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    ***shrinking December*** join in now for support

    Hi all, Sorry for being so quiet recently. Our Shrinkly thread seems to have lost momentum. Hopefully that doesn't mean that the Shrinklies have lost momentus too though! Dione, how you feeling this week? Hope you're on the mend. Sunshine, how was your pre-wedding weekend? Mini, maybe a...
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    ***shrinking December*** join in now for support

    Morning, Well done Dione!!! You're such a star - won't be long till you at goal and loving every minute of it! No wonder you can't stop smiling :D Hop hop class sounds like great fun, Sunshine! You must post the video! lol ;) I'm going to Oz for 5 weeks - never been before so am very...
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    ***shrinking December*** join in now for support

    Morning all, Dione, how are you feeling today? Hope that man lurgy is on its way back to where it came from. Hugs. Mini, how's you? Sounds like you're doing the right thing trying to get a balance between regular food and CD food. Whatever keeps you motivated is the way to go hun...
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    Craving wine!!!

    ditto ditto ditto! lol :)
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    ***shrinking December*** join in now for support

    Hi all, How has Tuesday been? Hoping, did you have that sleep and dream away the food demons??! :) Mini, how did you get on getting back on track after your weekend? Sounds like you had as much fun as me! Remember to write down your goal and reward for the October Team Challenge, girls...
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    ***shrinking December*** join in now for support

    Good morning Shrinklies! Well, this is it! It's my countdown to Christmas. The hen weekend was fab and I enjoyed every minute of eating, drinking and partying! BUT, action stations now!!!!! CD till mid November, then a planned weekend off to visit my aunt in Cheshire and then it's all...
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    ***shrinking December*** join in now for support

    Have a great day, Sunshine! Wow, what a busy month you have ahead of you; I'm sure you'll work hard at your challenge though - you're so determined. Well, Shrinksters, October is here! Can't quite believe where the year has gone! I'm off for my first official WI for a month today. My scales...
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    ***shrinking December*** join in now for support

    Hey FFBT and Sunshine, How you doing? Think we're all busy with real life over the last few weeks and haven't had much Shrinklie virtual time! After this weekend, I've got 6 weeks of routine work/weekends coming up, so am looking forward to that and getting into a CD roll. It's hard to stay...
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    ***shrinking December*** join in now for support

    I'm Baaaacckkk!!! October Challenge Starts Here! Hey Shrinklies, How have you all been since I've been away? Back from my weekend visiting relatives and now getting ready for the hen weekend, so am getting the October Challenge rolling! 1 more day of September and then tomorrow, it's Team...
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    ***shrinking December*** join in now for support

    Hi All, Quick post from me as I'm literally about to head out of the door to go away for a few days. Hope everyone's doing ok. I'll be back posting again on Tuesday. Have a great weekend and keep on shrinking! Thelma xxx
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    ***shrinking December*** join in now for support

    Fabulous loss, Dione! Well done! :) Sorry, not much news from me as have mum staying so not online much. Will catch up properly soon. Take care and be good all! T xxx
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    ***shrinking December*** join in now for support

    Just a quick post from me. Mini, I hope you're feeling better soon - your body will tell you what it needs to recover, so don't fret about CD for now.x FFBT, glad you had a good birthday! Enjoy the time off with hubby :)x Hoping, you go girl with the gym visits! I should take a leaf out of...
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    ***shrinking December*** join in now for support

    Good Morning! Well, Shrinksters, it's time for us to take positivity and motivation from the lovely Shanny who reached goal yesterday! You're a star, Shanny! Well done for your achievement. Be proud of yourself. Look forward; no going back. Enjoy the confidence and zest achieving your goal...
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    ***shrinking December*** join in now for support

    Tune for a Monday Especially for FFBT, here's one of my all time favourite artists. Enjoy! DJ Thez xxx Happy Birthday Stevie Wonder
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    ***shrinking December*** join in now for support

    :birthday:Happy Birthday FFBT!!!!:birthday: Have a fab day! That's the spirit, Hoping. No point dwelling on it as long as you know the reason. Keep strong, hun. x How is everyone else doing? Sunshine, I hope you're not too tired after your travelling - especially as you're jetsetting back...
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    Size 18!

    Well done, Guru! It's so frustrating that the same size on the tag doesn't mean the same size in terms of how much cloth they use! So, ignore those rogue 20s and focus on the 18s! You deserve it :) x
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    ***shrinking December*** join in now for support

    Yep, CD is amazing for letting you get things done early in the mornings - no hangovers to deal with! lol Ooohhh, secret picture taking! Love it! Have a fab girly time trying on the dresses - you'll look wonderful! xx
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    ***shrinking December*** join in now for support

    Dione - you well NEVER look like a frump!!! Can't wait to hear what you think of the dress :) How are the repairs going? Hope it's not too much hassle. Well done for last night - it's never easy to do that when others are indulging. I'm going to take some inspiration from you as I'll have...
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    Last Day today!

    Enjoy the wedding Lizz (bet you look fab in your new size 10 dress!!!). And enjoy the choice in 810 - you'll stay in control, no doubts! Congratulations on your achievement so far. Won't be long till I'm congratulating you getting to goal! xx
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    ***shrinking December*** join in now for support

    Mini that's a fab WI result!!!!!! Well done you!!!!! :D How are you feeling about going to the Falklands? How long before you go? Hope you won't be away too long! And that you can still check in with the Shrinklies!! x
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    ***shrinking December*** join in now for support

    Skinnymalinky Saturday! Morning Shrinksters, DJ Thez back to kick off your Saturdays with a rocking tune that will help keep the focus! We're already fabulously wonderful women but this song is something we need to believe we can be. Stay 100% and before long, our bodies will be...
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    ***shrinking December*** join in now for support

    Morning all! Here's to another 100% day for us all. Well done on your 10st achievement, FFBT!!!!! Keep working those legs, Mini - you'll be looking and feeling fabulous! Have a safe trip Sunshine and enjoy all the preparations! Keep focussed, Dione! 10stone will be yours in no time - you're...
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    ***shrinking December*** join in now for support

    I knew it was soon! lol Was worried I'd missed it, so am glad I haven't - virtual cake and candles for you on Monday! :D Have a great day - will catch up tonight! xx
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    ***shrinking December*** join in now for support

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    ***shrinking December*** join in now for support

    Morning all, Sorry I wasn't online yesterday to post - dealing with the aftermath of the decorating kept me busy! Belated Happy Birthday to Enlighten and also, if my memory serves, to FFBT!!! Had my home WI and another 2lbs gone. Should have been more but I've picked occasionally this week...
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    ***shrinking December*** join in now for support

    Oh Dione, pet, you poor soul. Nothing I can say to make you feel better but just make sure you look after yourself and take any help that's offered. You're doing great and you'll get through this. Hugs xxxx
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    ***shrinking December*** join in now for support

    Oh, Enlighten and Sunshine - great trigger words. Very meaningful and they will definitely keep you focussed. xx
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    ***shrinking December*** join in now for support

    Hello hello all, Just a quick post from me. Been a busy day with work and getting the house ready for the painting to begin tomorrow (Dione, this is nothing as bad as you're dealing with, but I sooooo sympathise!). Just back from my counselling session too which was as enlightening as ever...
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    I think I may need to go shopping

    It's a great feeling to clear out the fat clothes but can be a bit disconcerting...I'm struggling with trying out 'new' styles and am not sure what suits me now. But I'll keep going and trying new things. Starting to get in between sizes too, Guru - 22 trousers getting over comfy but the 20s...
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    ***shrinking December*** join in now for support

    More Rewards!! 1. Lock yourself in the bathroom for the afternoon/evening and pamper to your heart's content! 2. Book a facial/manicure/pedicure at a local beauty salon. Or better still, your local college for much cheapness (and doing some good by being a guinea pig for the students!) 3. Send...
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    What's your motivation?

    Hi Alex, Lots of reasons for me, but some of the deep and not so deep! : - to feel sexy and attractive - to be able to wear sleeveless tops (especially when I go to Oz in Jan 2010 for a month!) - to beat my food demons once and for all and regain control over food - to stop being the fat...
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    ***shrinking December*** join in now for support

    Sleep tight hun. Here's to Trim Tuesday! xx
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    ***shrinking December*** join in now for support

    lol - brilliant! :D
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    ***shrinking December*** join in now for support

    Shrinklie Reward List - Update 1. Lock yourself in the bathroom for the afternoon/evening and pamper to your heart's content! 2. Book a facial/manicure/pedicure at a local beauty salon. Or better still, your local college for much cheapness (and doing some good by being a guinea pig for the...
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    First Rubbish Weigh In

    Well done, Shel - that's the spirit! Fab attitude. Next week those 5lbs will be gone! :)
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    ***shrinking December*** join in now for support

    Right, Shrinks, let's start inspiring each other in preparation for our October Challenge. Let's start a list of possible rewards - I'm sure others would come up with things I'd never think of that I'd love to reward myself with, so let's do a list and it means we've got lots to choose from :)...
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    ***shrinking December*** join in now for support

    Well said, that girl!!! :D xx
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    ***shrinking December*** join in now for support

    In control??? Moi??? Wow, somebody nominate me for an Oscar! lol :D xx
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    ***shrinking December*** join in now for support

    As long as it's working for you, that's the main thing. And I guess knowing that you're paying more than others will be an added incentive to get to goal quicker! lol I'm heading westwards the weekend after next, Mini. Will be visiting friends near Dumbarton on the Sunday - if you're around...
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    ***shrinking December*** join in now for support

    None of us will give in or give up until we get to where we want and deserve to be!!!! No matter how much we struggle, we're all so determined and I know we'll get there. Our determination shines through our posts - even when we're feeling down...why else would we keep posting on the forum...
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    First WI tonight and so HAPPY

    Well done, Paris! Fab start - onwards and downwards now! :D
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    ***shrinking December*** join in now for support

    Bloomin' heck, that's expensive! Do you feel you get value for money in terms of the support you get from him?? Hmm, looks like there's a ready made home business waiting for you when you get to goal!! You'd be great CDC competition for him! lol I'm good ta. Should be putting things in...
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    ***shrinking December*** join in now for support

    Oh, Sunshine, hair extensions, compliments AND being chatted up!!! Go you!!!! :D Sounds like you're having a great time - which seems like just what you were needing. Looking forward to hearing more when you're back. Take care, T xx
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    ***shrinking December*** join in now for support

    Hey hun, how you doing? Have you managed to find that positive Dione again? She's still in there, you know - she's just very good at hide and seek! But you'll find her before you count to 10 (stone! lol). Re your SS+ vs 810 thoughts...why are you thinking that SS+ will make it easier not to...
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    ***shrinking December*** join in now for support

    Mini, the 'consultation fee' is news to me! If I were you, I'd be asking them to see if there's another CDC in the area. If nothing else, at least you could compare prices locally. And at best, you might end up voting with your feel (and your purse!) and moving CDC. How have you got on...
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    ***shrinking December*** join in now for support

    Hoping, how are things today? Sounds like you're really going through the mill just now - lots of changes to deal with (plus how you feel about your living environment) so it's bound to be difficult. I know it's difficult - we all have times when 'life' takes over and we feel like...
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    Well I'm leaving CD.....

    Many many congratulations, Rose! Wonderful news :D Keep happy and healthy and post some pics of the new bubba when s/he gets here! xx
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    ***shrinking December*** join in now for support

    Yay! Go us!! :D And 7lbs by the end of the month is definitely doable!! Go you!! Let us know how you get on if you email CD, Mini. Be very interested to hear the outcome.
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    ***shrinking December*** join in now for support

    Hey D, Hmm, 12lbs in 2.5 weeks might be pushing it a wee bit, but you'll definitely get close. Are you SSing or SS+ing for it? I know you said you were going to SS till your WI this week. Go for it and see where you get to - if you don't get there, you'll only be a couple of pounds off and...
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    ***shrinking December*** join in now for support

    PS Put my stats up! Had to fight with my signature to let me do it as it kept saying I was using too many characters, so had to delete other stuff. Will need to think about how I'll get my next WI results on...will leave that for next week! T x
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    ***shrinking December*** join in now for support

    Morning All, Ahhh, Dione, don't stress too much about yesterday. If a blip is on the cards, I can't think of a better reason than your son's birthday! Love your trigger word! So far we have Spandex, Sexy, Boobies and Sleeveless (which is mine and sounding very lame in comparison! lol) FFBT...
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    ***shrinking December*** join in now for support

    Unless I buy water flavour, I'm never over £42 a week (depends how many tetras etc I buy which increases the price). Sounds like he's a bit of a shark! lol However, from what I can gather, Cambridge say CDCs can charge what they like for the products, so there's nothing that can be done about...
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    please help what shall i wear,

    Wow - Number 1 is THE ONE! You look beautiful in it! Not sure what's from where - I'm rubbish at things like that, so won't even attempt to guess! Hope you have a great time tonight!! x
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    ***shrinking December*** join in now for support

    Good Morning Shrinksters, How are you all? Glad you arrived ok, Sunshine - have a lovely time! Jella, you're sounding really positive - that's great! Boobies - love it! :p FFBT (or should I say, Sexy!), sounds like a good idea re 810 and you're doing so well! Re the vital statistics -...
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    ***shrinking December*** join in now for support

    Evening lovely Shrinklies, How's tricks?? Well, before we go any further, I'll warn you that this will be a long post, so feel free to skip! lol Got lots to tell you, but will respond to your posts first. FFBT, how did you get on at CDC? Everything ok? Mini, how you doing? Any easier...
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    ***shrinking December*** join in now for support

    Ohhh, Enlighten, I'm loving the 'night does good counsel make' quote! I'll remember that for the next time I fall off the wagon! :D x
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    Hello again from re-starter. Day 1!

    Hello all, Hope the DIY's going well Flowey! It's great when there something to distract from the munchies! I've just posted the following on another thread and thought I'd share it here too in case it's of any use to anyone: I've been trying to really focus on my original reasons for doing...
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    *Struggling to be 100%* Support group ?

    Hi All, Glad to hear everyone's doing ok today. I've been 100% SS today and am going to avoid having the SS+ meal - I'd love to get back to SS so will see if I can do it today and then take tomorrow as it comes. I've been trying to really focus on my original reasons for doing CD in the first...
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    ***shrinking December*** join in now for support

    Thursday Tune Morning Shrinklies, Thelma's such a bully making me get out of bed so early! Anyway, here's a wee tune to help us all focus when the control seems to slip away. Don't forget why we embarked on this journey in the first place - those reasons are just as valid, even if the road...
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    ***shrinking December*** join in now for support

    Morning Dione, Glad you're feeling better mentally but sorry to hear totm is causing you grief. I think it's stopping the scales from moving much for me but I'll record my SS+ home WI tomorrow anyway, even it if it's only small. Right, off to wake up DJ Thez - she's such a skiver! Thelma xx
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    ***shrinking December*** join in now for support

    Well done, Hoping! Hopefully today will get you back on track again - sometimes it just takes one day to regain the focus. Happy to be part of the chuckling! lol T x
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    ***shrinking December*** join in now for support

    Yay! And I'll make you repay the ass kicking the next time I need it! (obviously I'm hoping that's not soon!) xx
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    ***shrinking December*** join in now for support

    And also, you're not allowed to beat yourself up about this! (I'm stealing some of Sunshine's Strictness! :p) Now, Miss Dione, stop torturing yourself about it and get that lovely positive focussed perspective back. This is a minor detour - your destination is still in sight and you're...
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    Hello again from re-starter. Day 1!

    That's brilliant, Flowey! Well done you! :D TOTM is an almight pain, Kira. Think that was my problem with the food demons on Sat. Going to bed early is a great idea - I should have done that! Flobbie, well done on your loss too!!! Great stuff! :D What a horrible WI though! I hope it's...
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    ***shrinking December*** join in now for support

    I've just done a bit of pampering too Sunshine. Had a bath, read some of my new book that I got as part of my belated birthday present from my friend today and have just done some fake tan on my wee leggies - even did it properly and exfoliated first! lol How you feeling now, hun? The packing...
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    ***shrinking December*** join in now for support

    Oh Dione, you poor soul. I know you'll be feeling rubbish about it, but don't let it ruin the focus, determination and success you've acheived this week. It's one blip, you know why it happened and you'll learn from it. Our issues with food bite (if you'll excuse the pun!) us in the bum every...
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    ***shrinking December*** join in now for support

    Oh, Sunshine, so sorry to hear things are tough. Your spirit and determination will see you through though - don't ever forget how strong you are. And remember to lean on people (whether they're real, virtual or Shrinklie!) :) Will check in tonight to see how you're doing Hugs xxx
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    ***shrinking December*** join in now for support

    Hey Sunshine, hope you have a good day - how's the packing going? Afternoon, Enlighten - how you doing? Think about your goals and reasons for starting CD, hun - you're doing really well and the STS will move downwards if you get back on track today. It's soooooooo hard sometimes (God knows...
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    How Embarrasing!!!

    Bless, that must have felt awful. You'll definitely see a change in both the measurements and weight soon. If you really want to know what you weigh, why not go to your local Boots (or similar) and use their scales there? But if you're happy to wait until the CDC scales work for you, then...
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    ***shrinking December*** join in now for support

    Morning all! The sun is indeed shining in Dundee, FFBT :) I picked a good day to have a day off! So far, I've hung out washing, wrapped birthday pressies to take to my friend and her daughter and cleaned the kitchen, so am feeling pretty productive. Hope everyone has a good day. Will be on...
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    *Struggling to be 100%* Support group ?

    Glad to hear you're feeling a bit better Lizz. Don't overdo it today though - you'll still be a bit wobbly so rest and take it easy if you can. xx
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    *Struggling to be 100%* Support group ?

    Well done Special K!! I've done 2 days so far, so aiming for 3 today! We can do this! x
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    ***shrinking December*** join in now for support

    Evening all, Well done, FFBT - that's a real achievement and I know you'll keep that going until the end of Ramadan. You're brilliant! Dione, if I were you, I'd be making a list of things I'll be buying in a few pounds time!!! You must be so excited! Sunshine, how you doing? Hope you're...
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    *Struggling to be 100%* Support group ?

    Morning all, Trisha, just draw a line under it. It's done and there's nothing you can do about it so no point beating yourself up. Keep smiling! Great loss Bubbly! I'd be like you and giving myself a bit of a telling off for 8lbs in 3 weeks, but really, you're only trailing by 1 week if you...
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    ***shrinking December*** join in now for support

    Dione, you're a SHRINKING SUPERSTAR!!!!!!! That's fabulous news!!! Well done!!! You really deserve it - it's been a tough week for you but you've kept your focus an positivity. Such a star!!! xxx
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    Saggy Skin Treatment

    Surely, if you follow your initial 70year old logic, you'd then have the chest/belly of a 35 year old! lol :giggle: Seriously, though, I've used the Palmers (which seemed to do some good but did smell a bit girly, perhaps) and Jergens (new range from the States which has recently been...
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    Is diet diluting juice so bad?

    Good luck with it all Broxi - you know where I am if you want to blether. I've gone down the counselling road in tandem with doing CD as I want to sort out my issues with food so that I don't get to the place i'm in again. Tough sometimes, but worth it so far. Thanks for the rep, btw :) xx
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    Is diet diluting juice so bad?

    I'm still not convinced I will control it, but I kind of think that a) I can't avoid food forever and b) I don't want to! lol The stuff I was messing around with was (mostly!) food that's allowed on SS+ or 810, but I was feeling guilty for having it which is not a good state of mind. So I...
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    ***shrinking December*** join in now for support

    Hey Dione, hope the insurance/builder assessment stuff went well. Well done for a 100% day! Brill stuff :) I didn't get home from work till nearer 8 then caught up with a friend on the phone, did some domestics and had SS+ meal. Think I'll head to bed soon - haven't read my book for ages, so...
  102. Thelma

    Is diet diluting juice so bad?

    Hi Broxi - the month I lost 6lbs included 2 weeks off on holiday where I wasn't sticking to plan, but wasn't going mad either. Been messing around since then, but have moved to SS+ as of a few days ago to see if that helps get my focus back. Doing not so bad so far, so hoping to see a better...
  103. Thelma

    Is diet diluting juice so bad?

    Hey Broxi, Think it's to do with it containing citric acid which can throw you out of ketosis. Have you tried the Cambridge water flavourings? They're expensive (about £6 for a tub) but last ages and have definitely kept me from feeling too water logged! Love putting them in sparkling water -...
  104. Thelma

    *Struggling to be 100%* Support group ?

    Hi all, Very quick post as still at work. Just checking in. 100% so far - I will not ruin that tonight!!!!!!!!! Hope you're all having a good day or if not, hope it gets better as the day goes on! Keep focussed on yourself - we're worth it! T x
  105. Thelma

    ***shrinking December*** join in now for support

    Hi all, Very quick post as still at work. Just checking in. 100% so far - I will not ruin that tonight!!!!!!!!! Hope you're all having a good day. Will respond properly to posts tonight. T xx
  106. Thelma

    ***shrinking December*** join in now for support

    Minimising Monday! Morning Shrinks, So, not the cheeriest of songs, by far, but the sentiment is good! Let's make today 100% - feel good about ourselves, our bodies, our efforts and take some more steps towards that final goal! DJ Thez says it's gonna be a :character00238:Perfect...
  107. Thelma

    ***shrinking December*** join in now for support

    Afternoon luvvies, Hows Sunday going? All fine here. Just back from my coffee date - oh dear!!! Very genuine guy, but aside from the fact that he didnt look like he'd made much of an effort, I could tell he doesn't regularly frequent the deodorant isle in the supermarket! Never mind, I'll...
  108. Thelma

    I Gained Weight?

    You're welcome! If you're TOTM is due, then I'd say fluid retention is a likely answer. As for the add a meal thing, that's no longer done until week 12 of Sole Sourcing, so you've done the right thing by missing it. Do let us know when your next WI is and how you get on :)
  109. Thelma

    I Gained Weight?

    Any chance of fluid retention??? Am thinking this is a possible answer! x
  110. Thelma

    ***shrinking December*** join in now for support

    No, only the really juicy/potential for gossip details! lol ;) Have a coffee date tomorrow afternoon - will update on how it goes :) Sleep tight, Shrinks xxx
  111. Thelma

    ***shrinking December*** join in now for support

    N'night to you too, Sun. Shrink well! :D See you tomorrow xxx
  112. Thelma

    ***shrinking December*** join in now for support

    SATC - it never gets boring! And every repeat I watch, depending on what's happening in my life, well, I always find relevance! lol In fact, I haven't posted about this, but I did think that my life was turning into a SATC episode last week! lol I had 2 coffee dates with 2 guys (1 Sat and 1...
  113. Thelma

    Pick your ego - Adult/ Parent/ Child

    I think this is one of the problems we all have - not 'which ego rules?' but more, 'which ego am I today/at this particular moment?' I think this is such an ever changing tide for us that it can be hard to keep track if you're not used to looking at this type of thing. I know that, for me...
  114. Thelma

    ***shrinking December*** join in now for support

    Sooooooo glad to hear that, Sunshine. You're so right, we are strong and we can do this. WE WILL DO THIS!!!!!! Will speak to DJ Thez and get her to post the lyrics at an appropriate time! lol xxx
  115. Thelma

    ***shrinking December*** join in now for support

    Wow, Hoping, the 15s are the goal for a few of us on Minimins! Yep, let's get there together - sooner rather than later!!!!!! I watched X - oh my goodness, it was very good but very strange!!! That couple that had just split up and then got back together on stage?!?!?!?!?!??!?! OMG!!! lol xx
  116. Thelma

    ***shrinking December*** join in now for support

    Oh, gosh, Sunshine, I can feel a song lyric coming on with those last couple of posts! Actually, have you ever heard of /seen Eric Bibb? He has a song called "Gonna Walk This Road" - it's so lovely. I may get DJ Thez to post the relevant lyrics soon as the title doesn't do it justice! lol...
  117. Thelma

    *Struggling to be 100%* Support group ?

    LOL I love it, but I'm thinking L'Oreal might sue us?!?!?! lol :D
  118. Thelma

    *Struggling to be 100%* Support group ?

    Well done for being proud, Sass - that's an achievement in itself! I'm gonna steal some of the vibes you sent Caz - I soooooo want tomorrow to be 100%. Gonna do it , gonna do it, gonna do it!!!!! x
  119. Thelma

    ***shrinking December*** join in now for support

    Hanging in, hun - honest. Jeez, there must be something in the air tonight for us all! lol How you doing? You fighting those dodgy demons off??? xx
  120. Thelma

    *Struggling to be 100%* Support group ?

    That's fab Sass that you're moving forward! It's so great how this diet can let us see the progress so quickly. Doesn't make it easier when times are tough, unfortunately, but we'll get there in the end! I keep saying it, but I really, truly believe, that we're worth it and we deserve it! xxx
  121. Thelma

    *Struggling to be 100%* Support group ?

    Hey Caz, I'm so with you re the 15s!!! I've got approx 8lbs to go and would love to be there for my friend's hen weekend on 2 October. Let's do this together!!!!! xx
  122. Thelma

    *Struggling to be 100%* Support group ?

    Hey Sass, Was just about to say the same to you - excellent advice! (Mutual appreciation society here, obviously! lol) Well, to be honest, it's been an 80% night as opposed to a 100% night! lol But, like I said to Caz, what I picked on is allowed and I'm not feeling bad about it. And, I...
  123. Thelma

    *Struggling to be 100%* Support group ?

    No no no no no!!!!!! You ARE NOT weak and pathetic!!!!! Yes, you may feel guilty, but please don't dwell on this. You're right, it was chicken and it's allowed on 810 - but it's also allowed on SS+ which, from your details, is what you're doing, so don't beat yourself up. We're so good...
  124. Thelma

    Hello again from re-starter. Day 1!

    Thanks, Flobble :) Yep, lost 4 stone on CD - been SS since April (with one planned break at the end of June and then in August). I love the results you get from the diet, and for me, losing the weight is just the start of the journey. I need to get my head in the right place so that I...
  125. Thelma

    ***shrinking December*** join in now for support

    Evening Slinky Shrinklies How has Saturday been for you? I've had a lovely day. Took my aunt who's visiting my cousin out for lunch (I stayed SS+ - had a lovely fish and salad dish) and then we went to the cinema in the local arts centre and watched West Side Story. Oh, it's so good! I did...
  126. Thelma

    A wee bit of fun maybe?

    Thanks, MsV :) Will make sure I get someone to take a full length pic! It's so true - you always thing you're alone in feeling these thing. Thank god we have each other!!! x
  127. Thelma

    I know this is CD but...Herbalife? What is that?

    I know what you mean! How about going for the SS+ option where you have a 4th CD product? Let me know how you're doing! You deserve to feel good about yourself - I know that as of today, you're on your 'weigh down!' :D
  128. Thelma

    Wk 11 weigh-in

    Well done Minxie! You're focussed so I'm sure you'll be fine on your hols. Even if you don't lose much over the next few weeks, just remember that this is a temporary stall and your CD engine will be roaring again when you get back! Thelma x
  129. Thelma

    I know this is CD but...Herbalife? What is that?

    Hi Broxi, I'm not KD, but can definitely answer 'yes' to your question! I was on SS for 4 months and coped fine with it but after a planned break in August, I really struggled to properly get back on track. However, as of yesterday, I had a eureka moment and have decided to go onto SS+. So...
  130. Thelma

    ***shrinking December*** join in now for support

    That's why picking an official weigh in day is so important! It might all come off in one go! :D And remember, don't worry about letting me down (I don't count!) - you on the other hand, are the most important person in relation to your journey, so be good to yourself! :hug99: x
  131. Thelma

    Hello! Newbie here!

    Hi Crimson, Firstly, a huge congratulations for taking that first step and making the decision to do CD! Once you get your head into the right place, the diet is great and the results, as you say, are so fast that it's really inspiring. For me to reach a healthy BMI, I should lose 10 stones...
  132. Thelma

    ***shrinking December*** join in now for support

    I think that could work for you, but the only think I'd say is that remember it takes a couple of days for what goes in to properly show on the scales and also, remember your body's natural flucuations, so make sure you pick a point in the week where that's your 'official' weigh in so that you...
  133. Thelma

    ***shrinking December*** join in now for support

    Saturday Song Shrinklies, I hardly recognise you! You're all so positive since the last time DJ Thez graced your presence! ;) But I found my way to you and here, especially for Dione and Sunshine, is today's tune. It's a special DJ Thez remix (still sorting our the royalties problems...)...
  134. Thelma

    Hello again from re-starter. Day 1!

    Hi Flowey, Just thought I'd add my tuppence worth :) I suppose I'm a restarter too as I had some planned time off during August and then really struggled to get back on plan again. As of yesterday, I've changed from SS to SS+ and so far, am feeling much more in control and like I can actually...
  135. Thelma

    ***shrinking December*** join in now for support

    Well done you. Focus focus focus - we'll do this! N'night, sleep tight xx
  136. Thelma

    ***shrinking December*** join in now for support

    Absolutely - Shrinklie Power always wins through!!!! Well, I think I'll head off to bed soon. Hope you have a good sleep, hun - lots of rest to get that leg healing quickly. Speak tomorrow xxx
  137. Thelma

    ***shrinking December*** join in now for support

    Yep, I feel so much more in control. Strange thing though - I literally woke up at 6am this morning and thought "I'm going to do SS+" and that was it! lol Why didn't I think of it/do it before?!?! Ah well, I guess the time wasn't right and I probably had to go through that rough patch to...
  138. Thelma

    ***shrinking December*** join in now for support

    Hey Sunny hun, how you doing? xx
  139. Thelma

    A wee bit of fun maybe?

    Great topic, MsV! To be honest, I've been struggling with this recently. I posted on another thread about it the other day. I've lost 4 stones and am feeling like I've also lost my sense of style. My body's changing and I don't know what suits me any more and haven't quite got the confidence...
  140. Thelma

    Sometimes life gets in the way and we....

    Insightful and inspiring post, hun. You're such a great Miniminer - nothing can keep you down for long, and you always make others feel more upbeat too. Glad your back! xxx
  141. Thelma

    ***shrinking December*** join in now for support

    I would say the same back to you, FFBT, but frankly, my dear, I don't give a damn! :silly: Tee hee! lol Enjoy,hun! Speak tomorrow xx
  142. Thelma

    Hello Newbie Here!

    Thanks, Ceri. I've stalled a bit over the last month, but back on track as of today with a new focus and moving to the SS+ plan which I'm hoping will get me back in control. Yep, baby step goals is definitely the way to go! lol
  143. Thelma

    ***shrinking December*** join in now for support

    Aww, not laughing at all! Sounds lovely. Do you know, I don't think I've ever watched that all the way through. Must treat myself to that one wet Sunday afternoon this winter! x
  144. Thelma

    Weight loss and new found depression!

    Well done, Liz for speaking to your GP about how you're feeling. That's the hardest bit but you're now on the way up again. It might take a while, but you're taking positive steps so please give yourself a pat on the back for that. I'm sure many people who've lost as much weight as you will...
  145. Thelma

    Hello Newbie Here!

    Welcome Ceri, Well done on getting through the first few days. And for dealing with the curry issue! No mean feat! lol It takes a few weeks to find your favourite flavours and everyone seems to have very personal tastes. I don't really like any of the shakes, but I know others who love...
  146. Thelma

    ***shrinking December*** join in now for support

    Ohhh, how fabulously decadent! :D Loving it! What you gonna watch?
  147. Thelma

    ***shrinking December*** join in now for support

    Hey ClareyMary and FFBT, how are you both this evening?
  148. Thelma

    ***shrinking December*** join in now for support

    Think OH is Other Half. Good luck with the clear up - you'll be employing the 'keep busy' strategy too! lol Have a good evening with OH! lol xx
  149. Thelma

    ***shrinking December*** join in now for support

    Been a good day ta. Feeling much more in control again. Like you, I thought that if I allow myself legitimate food then I don't feel bad and have the potential to spiral into eating rubbish. Am hoping I'll continue to feel like this for the rest of the week. If so, then SS+ is definitely the...
  150. Thelma

    ***shrinking December*** join in now for support

    How are the Shrinklies tonight? Sounds like everyone is feeling much more positive, focussed, in control and generally happier! Fabby-doo! We deserve to feel like this - we work bloomin' hard at this so should feel like we're in control of it. All fine here. Very much enjoyed my SS+ meal...
  151. Thelma

    ***shrinking December*** join in now for support

    What an absolute cutie!!! And he's a boy who speaks the truth too, of course!!! :D How's your day been? x
  152. Thelma

    ***shrinking December*** join in now for support

    You're in the 10s!!!!! That's blooming brilliant! Well done you :D xx
  153. Thelma

    ***shrinking December*** join in now for support

    Good to hear from you Sunshine - and sounding much more like your usual positive self despite the ongoing issues. Your poor body must be in turmoil with that burn - sounds horrible. 4 weeks is a good motivator and you'll look gorgeous in that dress!! So glad you're feeling a bit more...
  154. Thelma

    ***shrinking December*** join in now for support

    Oh, FFBT, moan away as much as you like! That's why we Shrinklies are here - to celebrate the good times, commiserate the bad times and lend a listening ear for a mumpy times! Sounds like your'e making a good decision for all the right reasons so feel good about it and be proud that you're...
  155. Thelma

    ***shrinking December*** join in now for support

    Well, here's the news from Thelma - I've decided to change to SS+ and see how I get on with it. I've been struggling with SS as you know and a) just don't feel that it's enough for me atm and b) I continually feel like I'm 'cheating' even though most of what I've eaten has been based on SS+ or...
  156. Thelma

    ***shrinking December*** join in now for support

    Morning Shrinksters! Well, it's a little bit damp (to say the least) here at DJ Thez Central! Let's hope our Shrinking Day is brighter and sunnier! Let's keep our positivity and think about the time we're spending on CD as something wonderful. It's allowing us to be the people we know we are...
  157. Thelma

    Feeling motivated, i can smell the success

    Lol, Enlighten! Well done, Dione! Keep hold of that motivation - I know you can do this :) x
  158. Thelma

    ***shrinking December*** join in now for support

    Sleep tight, Dione. Have a look at an online BMI calculator tomorrow and see what it says. My CDC uses a manual paper based system, so I go by what's on here as I'm guessing it's more accurate. Dont think you can SS if you're less than 25bmi, but ask your CDC. Have a good rest hun - speak...
  159. Thelma

    ***shrinking December*** join in now for support

    I haven't been on as much as I should have. I've got a reasonably quiet weekend planned, so am sure I'll be visiting often! I know what you mean though - I think we've all had different things going on for us and it's meant that we're not here as much as we used to be. Peaks and troughs...
  160. Thelma

    "When diets go wrong"

    Very well put, Jaycey! Particularly your last paragraph! lol Love it! :D
  161. Thelma

    ***shrinking December*** join in now for support

    Dear me, that was some leak!!!! Poor you - must have been a nightmare to deal with. Will keep an eye out for the thread x
  162. Thelma

    ***shrinking December*** join in now for support

    I was wondering if alternative week by week was ok as I might be interested in doing that. At least that way I wouldn't feel that I was 'cheating'. Not sure whether it's ok though. I'm back at my CDC on 12 Sept - I'll ask her then. Meantime, why not stick a thread with the question on here -...
  163. Thelma

    ***shrinking December*** join in now for support

    Not sure about that - don't like much fishy stuff. Have your shake and cook the chicken while you're drinking it :) I'm ok ta - had 810 meal cos i was cold and hungry so feel fine about that. How's your week back at work going?
  164. Thelma

    ***shrinking December*** join in now for support

    I'm here! :D On the phone at the mo, but I'm here! lol
  165. Thelma

    Weight Loss Counselling

    Hi, I also wanted to look at triggers etc so that I'm giving myself the best chance of achieving my goal and maintaining it. I chose to see a counsellor on an individual basis. The one I go to came recommended through a friend who's doing a counselling degree course. She uses a psychodynamic...
  166. Thelma

    ***shrinking December*** join in now for support

    Hi all, I'm waving like mad too! Just a very quick post to say hi and well done everyone - I can feel our positivity shining through the thread :D I've been 100% so far today (and that includes the 30mins I was stuck in our coffee bar stock room surrounded by all sorts of unmentionables...
  167. Thelma

    ***shrinking December*** join in now for support

    Morning all, Have a great day today. Actively shrinking ourselves silly - absolutely! Shrink! Shrink!! Shrink!!! Shrink!!!! Shrink!!!!!
  168. Thelma

    *Struggling to be 100%* Support group ?

    Never mind hour by hour, I think I need minute by minute! lol Right, tomorrow I will be 100%. I'm pledging that and will stick to it!!!!!!!!!!
  169. Thelma

    ***shrinking December*** join in now for support

    Ooooohhhhh, Mummy Dione, you're giving Strict Sunshine a run for her money! lol :p Well done you for keeping out of that fridge!! No mean feat! Hope the water issue doesn't get any damper!!! xx
  170. Thelma

    ***shrinking December*** join in now for support

    Look after yourself, Sunshine. Rest lots and drink as much as you can. Hugs xxx
  171. Thelma

    ***shrinking December*** join in now for support

    So my lovely Shrinklies, how are you all tonight? Sounds like everyone's having a pretty good day - well done all! I promised I'd write with my latest counselling musings, so here we go. (Warning - this could be a long post!lol) For those of you new to the thread, I've been seeing a...
  172. Thelma

    *Struggling to be 100%* Support group ?

    I can definitely relate to this thread at the mo! Like Lizz, I did 16 weeks with no real problems, then had a planned break for 1.5wks (and then was ill for a week) and have struggled to get properly back on track. I think you're right Bubbly, about it being hard to stop once you start. I...
  173. Thelma

    ***shrinking December*** join in now for support

    Morning all, Day 2 of the Slimathon! 1 day closer to goal :D I haven't got much time to post just now but will do a longer post tonight. I had a counselling session last night (first in a month) and I think there might be some things I discussed that would other Shrinklies could relate to...
  174. Thelma

    ***shrinking December*** join in now for support

    You're right, Enlight (oohh, that rhymes - PL Thez must be back! lol) - keep looking forward. I've read on the forum that some people don't get into ketosis till day 5 so hang on in there. Must go get ready for work! Have a great day. x
  175. Thelma

    ***shrinking December*** join in now for support

    Sounds good :D Have a super slim day, Mini!! x
  176. Thelma

    ***shrinking December*** join in now for support

    Slimathon is here!!!!!!! Good Morning Shrinklies!!! Special joint message from DJ Thez and PL Thez - it only happens every September Slimathon so don't miss it! Today is the start of the rest of our lives - let's make it the best start ever. Focus on today and don't worry about tomorrow till...
  177. Thelma

    ***shrinking December*** join in now for support

    So Shrinksters, how has the bank holiday Monday treated you? No holiday up here in sunny Scotland so I was at work. Best place for me probably as it takes me away from temptation, keeps me busy and lets my colleagues keep an eye on me! lol I can report that I've been very good today -...
  178. Thelma

    ***shrinking December*** join in now for support

    Fab fab fab!!!!! How you feeling today, Sunshine? Hope you're feeling a bit better both in body and spirit. Hugs xx
  179. Thelma

    ***shrinking December*** join in now for support

    Well done on yesterday and today :) Yep, it's such a relief not having to think about food - that's definitely one of the best things about CD I think. Don't let anything stop you!! :D
  180. Thelma

    ***shrinking December*** join in now for support

    Monday Motivation Morning Shrinklies, Well, I don't know about you, but DJ Thez is needing a good :whoopass: AND a good :asskick:!! So, today's song is waving goodbye to the lack of focus there's been over the last week. Come on Shrinklies - we can do this, we deserve to do this and WE...
  181. Thelma

    ***shrinking December*** join in now for support

    That's good - finger's crossed it stays that way! :)
  182. Thelma

    ***shrinking December*** join in now for support

    Welcome to the Shrinklies! Good to have you with us :D. We always try to motivate and encourage, so the more the merrier!!
  183. Thelma

    ***shrinking December*** join in now for support

    Morning all, Sorry for being so quiet - was out and about all day yesterday. Heading into town for some shoe shopping in a bit - yay! lol Have a great Sunday everyone - fight the fight!!!! Thelma xx
  184. Thelma

    ***shrinking December*** join in now for support

    FFBT, you always know the right thing to say :). I gave into the pressures yesterday after a long tough week at work. But today, I choose to fight. I'm worth the fight and shouldn't forget that. We're all worth the fight. Hope you have a great day tomorrow - sounds lovely. I'll be out and...
  185. Thelma

    ***shrinking December*** join in now for support

    Saturday Tune Morning all, DJ Thez is back! Have locked that pesky PL Thez in a cupboard - can't believe she thought she could take over my slot!!! :p So, today's tune is a celebration of all things Beatles. It's Beatles weekend in Liverpool so thought we should have one of their tracks...
  186. Thelma

    ***shrinking December*** join in now for support

    Oh, Sunshine, you poor soul! That sounds horrible. Must have hurt/still be hurting like hell! Hugs to you! I've done ok today - more coffee and less water than I'd like but will deal with that tomorrow. Anyway, off to bed with me I think. Take care Shrinks. Speak tomorrow xxx
  187. Thelma

    clothes whinge

    Yep, I know the feeling!! I've ended up going to Tesco/Asda and buying a pair of £8 trousers for work - also managed to get a couple of skirts for about £3 in the sale, but they're knee length so I haven't had the courage to wear them yet! I have to say that I had a real confidence dip a...
  188. Thelma

    ***shrinking December*** join in now for support

    Good Morning! Well, it's lovely to meet you all. I'm Poet Laureate Thez and will aim to start your day with a ditty which will be funny, thought provoking, motivating, inspiring or congratulatory - or any combination of the above! So, to get us started, is a wee taster. I'll work on...
  189. Thelma

    ***shrinking December*** join in now for support

    Of course we still need the quotes!!! I've even got some pinned on my wall at work! Any of these any use??? Queen of the Quotes The Mention Dimension Citation Station
  190. Thelma

    ***shrinking December*** join in now for support

    Loving the rhymes, Sunshine :) Shake till you drop tomorrow, Dione! Both re CD and the scary rides! lol
  191. Thelma

    ***shrinking December*** join in now for support

    I don't say this often enough, but :sign0168:Thank you:sign0168: to all my Shrinklie lovelies - you keep me focussed, sane, laughing and in line. :thankyou:
  192. Thelma

    ***shrinking December*** join in now for support

    No pressure then! lol :p I'll get PL Thez working once she's finished the dishes, cleaning the kitchen, dusting and hoovering! And Sunshine, I know you're the Chief Exec of this company, but as one of your Managing Directors, can I ask that you don't publicise the excellent terms and...
  193. Thelma

    ***shrinking December*** join in now for support

    DJ Thez loves getting requests! Righto, I'll get her to look out the necessary info in time for 1 Sept!!!
  194. Thelma

    ***shrinking December*** join in now for support

    Did nobody tell you there's a recession on?!?!?! Well, if you think the Shrinklies can afford DJ Thez and PL Thez, so be it! Don't come crying to me when we go into administration though! :giggle:
  195. Thelma

    ***shrinking December*** join in now for support

    Thanks, DD (or should that just be E now since your La Senza trip ?!?!? lol ;)). And thanks for the Thoughtful Thelma tag - very kind of you :) x
  196. Thelma

    ***shrinking December*** join in now for support

    Sunshine!!! That's brilliant news! You'll be such a fabulous CDC - your clients will be the most motivated, supported and valued clients in the CD world! Well done you :D
  197. Thelma

    ***shrinking December*** join in now for support

    You know how to live, girl! lol
  198. Thelma

    ***shrinking December*** join in now for support

    Not sure about me, but how about Fair but Firm FFBT?? lol Especially when you give us a telling off - that sums you up to a tee!!! Any suggestions for Thelma are more than welcome! Now, here's a question for you all - would you like DJ Thez to continue, or should we sack her and replace her...
  199. Thelma

    ***shrinking December*** join in now for support

    God yes - pully-in knickers need to come off at the soonest possible opportunity! lol ;)
  200. Thelma

    ***shrinking December*** join in now for support

    Tee hee - lots of cross posting going on!! What a good start to the thread - everybody's talking at once! :D I'm good thanks, Sunshine. Just home from work and about to do some domestics then might start clearing out my wardrobe - been threatening to do it for a few weeks now and might take...
  201. Thelma

    ***shrinking December*** join in now for support

    Wow Dione what a difference you must feel with that loss!!!! Well done, well done, well done!!!!!
  202. Thelma

    ***shrinking December*** join in now for support

    Oooohhhhh, Strict Sunshine!!! Scary thought! lol But does your OH know about this alter ego?!?!? lol :silly::tongue: xx
  203. Thelma

    ***shrinking December*** join in now for support

    I would mind if you didn't!!!!!!!!!!!! :D xxx
  204. Thelma

    ***shrinking December*** join in now for support

    September Slimathon! Yay!!! Have already set up my Challenge heading - will add the targets before 1st Sept. GO SHRINKLIES!!!!!
  205. Thelma

    *Shrinklies**The Everything August Challenge*

    Evening all, No probs with a new thread from my perspective, Sunshine. Maybe we should start one each month so it doesn't get too long for newbies? Perhaps, as well as focussing on staying 100%, we should have a monthly theme too. For example: Non-Food Rewards (where we all make a pact to...
  206. Thelma

    *Shrinklies**The Everything August Challenge*

    Weigh Less Wednesday! Morning Shrinks, Today's tune is about seizing your internal power. Sometimes we think we don't have any power or strength or resolve but it's always there - we just need to tap into it and want to find it. We can unlock it in an instant. Why? Because we have... The...
  207. Thelma

    *Shrinklies**The Everything August Challenge*

    Evening all, How you doing? Jella, don't feel bad about having a break. Sometimes it's good to do that - especially when you're still as determined as you are. It'll help refocus you - just make sure you set yourself a time frame or else it's easy to drift back into old way. Mini, that gym...
  208. Thelma

    *Shrinklies**The Everything August Challenge*

    Tuneful Tuesday Morning all, Today's tune is especially for those of us battling those food demons today. Don't let them in!!!!!!! DJ Thez xx I hear you knocking Dave Edmunds Special No Demons Tuesday link :D: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eqIQE4du6co
  209. Thelma

    *Shrinklies**The Everything August Challenge*

    You've just given DJ Thez the theme for tomorrow's tune, Sunshine! Yay!!! Glad you haven't given in! You're a star!!! xx
  210. Thelma

    *Shrinklies**The Everything August Challenge*

    Hi all, Hope Monday has treated you well. Sunshine, I'm sure you'll have fought those demons off - you've got so much strength, they stand no chance! Sorry I wasn't around to help - I've just spend the last 2 hours going through 100 job applications. Back to work with a bump today! lol...
  211. Thelma

    *Shrinklies**The Everything August Challenge*

    Monday Morning Tune Morning Shrinklies, Quick tune post from DJ Thez to get Monday off with a bang. The 'thing' that this refers to is lumpy, horrible, FAT! Let's kick it into touch and wave bye bye to it! Come on Shrinklies - we can do this!!!! Kiss This Thing Goodbye Del Amitri
  212. Thelma

    *Shrinklies**The Everything August Challenge*

    Evening all, Thanks for the good wishes everyone - feeling much more like my old self today thankfully. I've even managed to get this far without snoozing! Don't think I'll be late out of bed though! lol Shanny and FFBT, good for you both for being so positive and focussed! Very inspiring :D...
  213. Thelma

    *Shrinklies**The Everything August Challenge*

    Evening all, Just a quick post from me to say hi. Sorry I haven't been around much today - still not feeling great and could sleep for Scotland! Apparently there are a couple of people at work who have the same type of thing, so I don't feel like I'm going completely mad any more! Anyway...
  214. Thelma

    *Shrinklies**The Everything August Challenge*

    Love is in the Air Afternoon Shrinklies, Well, today's tune is especially dedicated to FFBT and her hubby - Happy 4th Wedding Anniversary! But, the words are equally applicable to the rest of us. We should be amazed by ourselves, our determination and our love for ourselves that we have...
  215. Thelma

    *Shrinklies**The Everything August Challenge*

    Have a lovely day with your hubby, FFBT - you deserve it! And I'm so so happy that the dress fit! I'll be expecting to see a pic!!! Gonna get DJ Thez to play a tune for you :) Enjoy! xxx
  216. Thelma

    New old person

    Hi, Just echoing Dione's words - come visit the Shrinklie thread (Everything August is the title this month). I'm roughly the same weight as you are now (and just a little shorter!) so you wouldn't be alone in that respect! Good luck with your journey! Keep focussed and positive and you'll...
  217. Thelma

    I almost cried!!

    Well done you! That's brilliant! What a fab start! x
  218. Thelma

    *Shrinklies**The Everything August Challenge*

    That's fab news about work, Dione! You must feel so much better about it all! And well done for identifying the emotion behind the hunger - you'll feel so much more in control now. Hope you manage to sleep tonight and don't stay awake with all the excitement! xx
  219. Thelma

    *Shrinklies**The Everything August Challenge*

    Glad you're doing ok, Dione :) Catch up with you later x
  220. Thelma

    *Shrinklies**The Everything August Challenge*

    What an inspiring woman your friend was - and still is! We should all aim and be so lucky to have half her strength and positivity. Keep taking the Kate pills, Merri - they'll be working miracles for your CD journey. xx
  221. Thelma

    *Shrinklies**The Everything August Challenge*

    Jella, that's brilliant news about your course! Bet you're excited about it. You'll be fab! When does it start? Hopefully this is just the new direction you were looking for :) xx
  222. Thelma

    *Shrinklies**The Everything August Challenge*

    Merriefach, I haven't seen you around recently. Hope everything's ok. Look forward to hearing your news. xx
  223. Thelma

    *Shrinklies**The Everything August Challenge*

    Dione, how you doing today?????? Check in whenever you can. Hugs xx
  224. Thelma

    *Shrinklies**The Everything August Challenge*

    Morning FFBT, Thanks for the good wishes. Not got much voice today, but at least the congestion in my sinuses is clearing. Those scientists need to find a cure for the common cold soon! lol Great task idea! I was just saying on Sunday that I should have another clear out as there are...
  225. Thelma

    *Shrinklies**The Everything August Challenge*

    Morning Shrinklies, Well, this morning's tune comes in a whisper from DJ Thez as there's very little voice to rock the thread with! So the music will just have to make up for it. Thought we'd have a bit of classy swing tune today - it's for all of us, but especially those of us who have been...
  226. Thelma

    *Shrinklies**The Everything August Challenge*

    You're very very welcome - anytime. I'm sure I'll lean on you soon! lol Enjoy your bath and remember to check in tomorrow and let me know how you're doing. xxxx
  227. Thelma

    *Shrinklies**The Everything August Challenge*

    How about trying to have them a wee bit later? I manage to survive till lunch time on water and coffee. Sometimes I'll crack open a tetra about 11.30 and start sipping and then have porridge for lunch about 12.30. The tetra usually does me all afternoon and I just sip away at it.
  228. Thelma

    *Shrinklies**The Everything August Challenge*

    Is it definitely real hunger? From personal experience, I know it can be hard to tell the difference between real hunger and head hunger. How do you spread your shakes etc when you're on lates?
  229. Thelma

    *Shrinklies**The Everything August Challenge*

    Why are you craving? What do you feel when the craving starts? What's the emotion that's behind the craving?
  230. Thelma

    *Shrinklies**The Everything August Challenge*

    Oi Missy! Stop giving yourself such a hard time. You're tired so everything's going to seem worse. Have your bath and try to get a good night's sleep. And then tomorrow, have a think about what the triggers for feeling out of control are. If you can identify those, you're halfway to...
  231. Thelma

    *Shrinklies**The Everything August Challenge*

    Not feeling great to be honest, hun. Am hoping tomorrow will be better - don't think I'll be in work again. Feel like a total skiver after having been on holiday, but it can't be helped. Anyway, am off to have some more water and hopefully will sleep tonight. Will no doubt be on later to...
  232. Thelma

    *Shrinklies**The Everything August Challenge*

    Drink, drink, drink, water, water, water!!!! Dehydration might be the problem. I'd be taking some painkillers too. Poor you - you've been so positive about your chores for tonight. Hugs :) x
  233. Thelma

    *Shrinklies**The Everything August Challenge*

    Thanks, FFBT - you're too kind :) How's your day going? xx
  234. Thelma

    *Shrinklies**The Everything August Challenge*

    3lbs in 13 days??? It'll be a big storm!!! You'll do it no probs! :D
  235. Thelma

    Feeling Sick - Need some Advice

    Not sure I can really help as haven't experienced this, but why not think about moving up to the 810 plan? That way you'd be eating less CD products and introducing some real food again? Might just be enough to help you through. Well done on getting this far though! x
  236. Thelma

    *Shrinklies**The Everything August Challenge*

    Well done on your focus, Jella! Proud of you! :) xx
  237. Thelma

    *Shrinklies**The Everything August Challenge*

    Hello Shrinks, Well done on your WI result, Dione! Hope that's given you a boost :) Onwards and downwards this week!! Thanks for your good wishes FFBT. I'm off work today and feeling rotten. Been sleeping all morning and have just ventured out of bed (but not out of my pyjamas yet!). How...
  238. Thelma

    *Shrinklies**The Everything August Challenge*

    Go Dione! Fab pics - you look gorgeous and will just keep getting better as you stick with CD! Remember, focus on the positives - you're doing brill!! xxx
  239. Thelma

    *Shrinklies**The Everything August Challenge*

    Yep, £50k would be lovely! I think they should change the lottery guidelines and make more bigger payouts and less of the one off £3million type payouts. Share the love and all that! lol Mind you, I'd need to start playing it to have a chance of getting some of it! lol Didn't do the wii...
  240. Thelma

    *Shrinklies**The Everything August Challenge*

    Don't apologise - we all have down times and that affects our energy for CD. But you're doing great! Focus on all the good things you've achieved today. I know it's annoying when the house is a mess, but better an untidy house than kids you haven't spoken to/fed/nurtured because you've been...
  241. Thelma

    *Shrinklies**The Everything August Challenge*

    Responses in blue below hun! x
  242. Thelma

    *Shrinklies**The Everything August Challenge*

    Great quote, FFBT :) Particularly useful for me as I've got the same amount to go again from this week, and sometimes it seems quite daunting. I'm glad I had the break though as it was beginning to feel never ending. But, 4 months and 4 stones down, and although I'm doing the same again, it...
  243. Thelma

    *Shrinklies**The Everything August Challenge*

    DJ THEZ IS IN DA HOUSE! Goooooood Morning Shrinklies! I'm back from my holiday and ready to shake up the music element of this thread again! So, a little song to appreciate all the support we give each other... With a little help from my friends The Beatles Have a marvellous Monday and...
  244. Thelma

    *Shrinklies**The Everything August Challenge*

    Oh Sunshine, I'm so so sorry. Take comfort from the happy memories you have of her. Thinking about you xxxx
  245. Thelma

    *Shrinklies**The Everything August Challenge*

    I'm off to bed too. Got a scratchy throat and the sneezes so hoping a good night's sleep will sort them out. Sleep well! Day 1 of the rest of our slim lives tomorrow! xx
  246. Thelma

    *Shrinklies**The Everything August Challenge*

    Hey Sunshine, So sorry to hear about your aunt - was just thinking about you and her earlier today wondering how things were. We're here for you. Sending you hugs. Speak soon Thelma x
  247. Thelma

    *Shrinklies**The Everything August Challenge*

    Fab - and you don't owe me at all - we 're all here for each other! Shrinklies together! :D Speak tomorrow! x
  248. Thelma

    *Shrinklies**The Everything August Challenge*

    That's great. I'll be starting my mini goals in earnest tomorrow too so the wii fit will be taking a beating! lol Why don't we try to syncronise the times we're exercising too? If I agree a time with someone, I'm more likely to do it and not find excuses to do something else (like watch tv or...
  249. Thelma

    *Shrinklies**The Everything August Challenge*

    It's a deal! I'll be on here morning, hopefully lunchtime (work permitting) and night so we can check in with each other. I'm gonna be drinking water like there's no tomorrow! lol Another week of SS and you'll get that 7lbs off by your Nan's birthday no problem! :) x
  250. Thelma

    *Shrinklies**The Everything August Challenge*

    You need to to what's right for you, hun. If you think you can do SS for another week, then go for it. I'll be happy to buddy you as I'm slightly concerned at how difficult I might find it to get back to SS after my week off. So, if you want to make a pact, I'd love to chum you! Equally...
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