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  1. BookWorm1980

    BookWorms Diary

    I'm going to follow the advice and write a diary. Monday - 20/05/2019 Breakfast - Muller Light Greek Style Yoghurt 1 Banana Lunch- Ham and cheese Toastie (2 slices of wholemeal bread sm loaf HEB) 1 slice Aldi edam cheese 1/2 HEA 2 slices ham Dinner- Spaghetti Bolognese (filled with carrots...
  2. BookWorm1980

    Back once again

    So here I am back starting again. I'm currently 14st 7lbs which at 5'2 makes me approximatley 5st over what I'd like to be. It's all been a combination of not liking myself, end of my marriage and moving back to my home town which I never really liked. But the big 4. 0. Is approaching in a...
  3. BookWorm1980

    bingeing at weekends help!!

    I had a great slimming world consultant that used to say 'if you have a blip, don't beat yourself up about it draw a line under a it and start over!' So i say the same, draw a line under it and start over. I 100% agree with planning your weekend meals, down to all your snacks. Prepare it all...
  4. BookWorm1980

    please help

    First and foremost breathe. You are ok :) If you know you are eating when you are not hungry try to delve in to why you are eating? Are you experiencing difficulties in your everyday life that you are avoiding and trying to comfort yourself with food? What emotion are you feeling when you do...
  5. BookWorm1980

    Joining SW 7/01/2014

    Good luck with your new healthy lifestyle! Remember if you're not sure just ask someone either on here or at group, and enjoy the amazing recipes!
  6. BookWorm1980

    Extra Easy Need to loose 5 stone

    I need to lose 4st 12lbs according to nhs website to put me at a healthy BMI. I didnt realise it was that much to be honest as i was only thinking i had put on two or three stone since my last 'lightest time'. Think i was in denial. Ive also recently seperated so i splurged a bit over xmas and...
  7. BookWorm1980

    A success story to inspire us all

    wow he looks so different!
  8. BookWorm1980

    From here to Eternally Slim

    Wish - Monday - Madamelaminx - Monday -1st 10.5lbs RosiePeace - Monday -1st 12.5lbs Cake - Monday - Pesty - Monday -18.5lbs JannerinGeordieland - Monday - 3.5lb RonnieJacobs - Monday - 0.5 Mylastchance - Tuesday -4.5lbs Eternal - Tuesday -16.5lbs Libra - Tuesday -7lbs...
  9. BookWorm1980

    From here to Eternally Slim

    Happy Birthday Charmed! Well done on your loss EF, i think i'm gonna have to try more red days as well to boost my losses?
  10. BookWorm1980

    From here to Eternally Slim

    Morning All, hope we are all doing well today, i have had an topsy turvy weekend really and have over synned on at least 2 days i just struggle with a bit of hunger at points in the day so i'm going to have to look at snacking more on some fruit. EF - Glad to hear your arm is feeling better and...
  11. BookWorm1980

    Thursday Weighers

    Well done everyone for you losses and for all the STS's. I had a lb gain this week but i know what i did and i am back on plan 100% this week. I'm working toward my 1st award so i am focused and working hard.
  12. BookWorm1980

    July Challenge Here...

    I am the only one! I gained a lb. I did the whole week off plan and tried to do it in my head instead of writing it down. I'm so embarrassed now as i'm the only gainer! Caramelle - 8lbs Karen - 10lbs (-1.5lb, 8.5lbs to go) Atchonblimp21 - 6lbs Lazorinie - 7lbs gemma_ - 7lbs Kate. -...
  13. BookWorm1980

    From here to Eternally Slim

    Woolwich borough in London we headed back to. We are a five minute walk from the beach here though, i don't think we can take a short walk to take a swim in the thames?
  14. BookWorm1980

    From here to Eternally Slim

    Thanks Pesty! Ass kicking received! hehe I'm not moving abroad i'm moving back to the UK, we already live in Cyprus (hubby is in the Army) so now our tour is up so it's back to Sunny old London, oh how i shall miss the beach!
  15. BookWorm1980

    From here to Eternally Slim

    Thanks EF i needed that! I have bought in loads of fruit so i have no excuses on the Superfree and Free.
  16. BookWorm1980

    Oh my!!!!

    Congratulations!!!!!
  17. BookWorm1980

    From here to Eternally Slim

    Been busy all this week as we are due to move country in a month and have a lot to do to prepare. Went to weigh in last night and was a bit disapointed with myself as i put ON a lb. I did not follow the plan at all though i did it all in my head i think that didn't help either. But i'm...
  18. BookWorm1980

    From here to Eternally Slim

    Well done Mulzer!
  19. BookWorm1980

    From here to Eternally Slim

    Well done MLM that's fantastic! Well done on all those stickers! Big hugs to Pesty, don't worry you'll prob have a great loss next week!
  20. BookWorm1980

    July Challenge Here...

    Hello all i'd like to join as well? This will be my first challenge as well but i've been doing SW since the beginning of May. I'd like to challenge myself to a 10lbs loss as that would give me 2 stickers in one, my 1 Stone, my Club 10 as well as putting me under 10st for the first time...
  21. BookWorm1980

    Thursday Weighers

    Hi everyone! I didn't post last weeks weigh in results as i had friends visiting and haven't been online much. Last week i lost 0.5lbs which takes care of the 0.5lbs i gained the week before. This week i lost 2lbs! Making my total loss so far 12.5lbs.
  22. BookWorm1980

    From here to Eternally Slim

    Wow i have missed so much and i am still trying to catch up on posts! Sorry i have been MIA for a while but have had a friend staying with us. I've not been able to post my weigh in results for 2 sessions due to this so i am now updating the list. My weigh in on 27th i lost the half...
  23. BookWorm1980

    So proud of my boyfriend!

    well done to your BF! Great news!
  24. BookWorm1980

    Red Day Classic Chicken Curry

    I'm not sure if i'm allowed to put the recipe up as it's from the book? I'll find out and get back to you.
  25. BookWorm1980

    From here to Eternally Slim

    Everyone i have to brag! I am an excellent cook! I have just made the classic Chicken curry from the curry heaven book and OMG it tastes AMAZING!!! I recommend to everyone to get that book! It is so yummy and it's free on red and Extra Easy!
  26. BookWorm1980

    From here to Eternally Slim

    She's beautiful!! How did you put your picture in like that?
  27. BookWorm1980

    Red Day Classic Chicken Curry

    Have just made the classic Chicken curry from the Curry Heaven recipe book and oh my god is it delicious!! And it's good for me i can't believe it!!!!!
  28. BookWorm1980

    From here to Eternally Slim

    She is one of the strongest reasons why i want to get back to goal weight, i want to be able to play and have fun without dying for breath or needing a rest after 5 mins!
  29. BookWorm1980

    I don't feel any different...

    Well done that is a great loss, i agree get the measuring tape out!
  30. BookWorm1980

    From here to Eternally Slim

    She is adorable! Cute is an understatement Here is my beautiful girl, sorry it's so big !
  31. BookWorm1980

    From here to Eternally Slim

    I have measured myself also for the first time in months and i have lost 3 inches on my hips and 2 inches on my waist. Not bad for 6 weeks work (well 5 if you include my rough week), my clothes are also starting to feel baggier as well so i can definitely see a change. Hubby has even commented...
  32. BookWorm1980

    From here to Eternally Slim

    Dear Pesty, i am so sorry to hear your sad news. Big hugs to you and your family. I lost my Grandmother to Cancer 2 years ago and she battled it for 2 years before it took her. Like MLM says focus on the now, cherish every moment! Have long talks, ask her about her past, laugh about the good...
  33. BookWorm1980

    From here to Eternally Slim

    Huge hugs Pesty!!! I'd just leave work as it was said, some things are more important!
  34. BookWorm1980

    From here to Eternally Slim

    Sorry EF bit of a mix up i didn't lose a half pound i put ON. You're probably right though it's probably gone this morning
  35. BookWorm1980

    Thursday Weighers

    me you and Kiltgirl all had a small half pound put on this week and all on star week, i see a trend here methinks
  36. BookWorm1980

    Thursday Weighers

    well done to Adsnan and HoneyOC on your losses. Nevermind Ellebear we all have blips x
  37. BookWorm1980

    Thursday Weighers

    CHanging Man WOW you are a changing!!!! What an amazing loss! You are well on your way there!
  38. BookWorm1980

    From here to Eternally Slim

    Hey KG you and i both put on half a pound on a star week! We'll do better next week though!
  39. BookWorm1980

    From here to Eternally Slim

    well done to 10st10lbs and Emmaleoine on your losses! I didn't do so well this week, i gained half a pound which isn't too bad for * week and a little bit of naughtiness with a KFC? But i'm determined to claw it back next week
  40. BookWorm1980

    From here to Eternally Slim

    well done:D
  41. BookWorm1980

    Thursday Weighers

    Well i am back from weigh in and i gained half pound:(:( I'm not totally demotivated as i am on * week and i wasn't 100% on plan so really it's a good thing i didn't gain more. But i am going to do seven full days next week on plan and i am gonna challenge myself to do red days all week as...
  42. BookWorm1980

    Thursday Weighers

    well done woodsy that's great seeing as you were worried :) Don't worry about the gain CB star week is a bugger! And Well done to Changing man as well that is a great first week! Well done 10st10lbs as well on your loss. And welcome to the Thursday weighers sallyannetag It's mine this week...
  43. BookWorm1980

    had a 100% week but a gain at WI!

    Don't give up! Don't hit the fridge i agree with what was said i think if you still stay 100% on plan you will have a good loss next week. The depo is to blame i think.
  44. BookWorm1980

    Please excuse me for a moment whilst i blow my own trumpet!!

    well done that's fantastic!
  45. BookWorm1980

    Giving up.

    Keep at it! If you don't want to go to class i agree with managing your weightloss online and fill in your online food diaries. Perhaps it would work better for you to use your syns at the weekend. You have to stay strong!
  46. BookWorm1980

    From here to Eternally Slim

    That is fantastic work MLM well done you!!! Congrat on your new stickers as well!!!!
  47. BookWorm1980

    too many eggs?

    No i don't think so they are free so see how many recipes you can come up with?
  48. BookWorm1980

    Just for fun (no offence intended)

    Mine is the same too Libra, can eat like a pig and never puts on an ounce! Mind you he is very active (he's in the Army) so he burns off a lot. I have resigned myself to the fact i will never weigh lighter than him as at 5'8" he weighs about 62kgs. I'd be happy to reach that but i'll never...
  49. BookWorm1980

    WTH???

    OMG too much information!!! :8855::8855:
  50. BookWorm1980

    WTH???

    Couldn't have said it better myself, well put Alia!
  51. BookWorm1980

    From here to Eternally Slim

    :8855::8855: Loving that MLM Welcome MadFerret hope you are well, we are all nice here i promise! How are you finding the SW Food Optmising Plan?
  52. BookWorm1980

    The Final Straw!!

    Thank you all so much for sharing your stories you are all so brave and inspirational. My story is quite simple, i was always the big sister (having a large chest of 34g since about 16 didn't help), after i had my daughter i was determined to get back into my skinny size 12 jeans but i let it...
  53. BookWorm1980

    70 syns

    My consultant doesn't advise saving your syns either. She says its better for your metabolism if you try to have 5-15 daily and she even promotes having nearer 15 if you can! I would feel too prone to overindulging if i saved them to be honest i prefer to keep myself in check on a regular...
  54. BookWorm1980

    Just for fun (no offence intended)

    lol love the pic Alia! I like the one about shopping wherever i please without getting looks from the shop assistants as if to say ' you are joking if you think you can fit into clothes in here right?' I'd like for my knees to not crunch when i climb stairs I want to complete a 10km run by...
  55. BookWorm1980

    From here to Eternally Slim

    My day is going well so far, i've been all over the Body Magic today and vigorously hoovering my entire house! I had a healthy EE lunch of Curry Rice and SW Sweet and Sour Chicken loaded with vegetables and i am now making a chicken and Turkey Pasta Bake for Dinner. I'm finding the hotter it...
  56. BookWorm1980

    OMG!!!!

    well done Mel that is a fantastic acheivement! You deserve to splurge on yourself! Keep up the hard work!
  57. BookWorm1980

    From here to Eternally Slim

    :wavey: First of all welcome to Libra and good luck for your first weigh in. Glad to hear you are feeling better MLM, and get your family to help out with the decorating as well, can't hurt to get them a bit of bodymagic too! I did the same thing this weekend KiltGirl but get straight...
  58. BookWorm1980

    My second weigh in tonight!!

    Good luck for tonight Adam! Fingers crossed for you! Have you done well or had any bad days?
  59. BookWorm1980

    Mmmm Yummy syn free pancakes

    I'm gonna have to try this recipe as i love having pancakes on a regular basis! Will let you know how they turn out
  60. BookWorm1980

    From here to Eternally Slim

    Hello all, Sorry to hear you have been ill MLM hope you are beginning to feel better. Hello again Kiltgirl, nice to see another Thursday Weigher hehe. Eternalflame, my weight loss is 11lb so far in the 5 weeks i have been with SlimmingWorld. The past couple of weeks since i joined...
  61. BookWorm1980

    Extra Easy My menus for this week

    Diet Coke Chicken is fabulous recipe you have to try it, add a sprinkle of ginger and garlic and it tastes like Chinese takeaway!
  62. BookWorm1980

    Quorn

    I haven't tried that many quorn products other than the burgers and sausages to be honest but i'm tempted to try some more after reading this thread. Will wait till back in UK though as you have to take out a loan to afford products like that here in Cyprus! You're looking at £6 for a bag of...
  63. BookWorm1980

    What can I use instead.....

    We can't get it out here in Cyprus either although we get plenty of Greek Yoghurt (obviously). I wish we could get Quark readily as well put it takes a special trip to a certain shop to get it and sometimes it's run out. My consultant mentioned about blitzing yoghurt and fat free cottage...
  64. BookWorm1980

    Save me from the pizza!

    well done for resisting! Do you feel better today for not having eaten it and ruined your hard work?
  65. BookWorm1980

    New x

    Hi Helen and Kiltgirl, Welcome to the forum, everyone is great here and really supportive. Join a weigh in Day group as well for more motivating tips and tricks. Looking forward to getting to know you.
  66. BookWorm1980

    Asda wholemeal pitta bread

    i love pitta breads, shame we can't get Asda ones out here the fresh ones are like 20 syns each!
  67. BookWorm1980

    Where do you stand on...

    i like going to group, i have made a few friends there and find my consultant to be really motivating and upbeat. It is really motivating for me to get out the house as well and have some me time away from my daughter as otherwise i'm a mom all the time. It's really satisfying when i lose, i...
  68. BookWorm1980

    Holiday Shopping - had to share this...

    well done on your weight loss! And what a great feeling to go shopping this time! Keep up the hard work!
  69. BookWorm1980

    Biggest ever blow out - what did you chomp?

    Phew, speaking of blowouts! I feel like i had one yesterday, went out for dinner with hubby and had a grilled steak with french fries and treating myself to 2 cocktails! Probably consumed about 40 syns at dinner alone! I start the day off well but then i falter toward the end if i'm having a...
  70. BookWorm1980

    From here to Eternally Slim

    Haven't been online to post but my weight loss this week was 4lbs!! I'm really pleased although i was sick for 3 days of it so i feel like it's a bit of a false positive. I', worried that i'll put it all back on at the next weigh in? I have lost a total of 10lbs so far and can see the 1...
  71. BookWorm1980

    Quark

    We sturggle to get it out here but fortunately a friend has dixcovered that they do it in the Debenhams Food Hall we have here. Maybe that's an option try your Marks and Sparks or Debenhams Food parts.
  72. BookWorm1980

    I've just reached target!!!

    Huge congratulations to you, you deserve it you are an inspiration!
  73. BookWorm1980

    It can be done - My before's and Afters

    That is amazing Jim well done!
  74. BookWorm1980

    Thursday Weighers

    Wow what great losses this week! G2BFAF and CB brilliant losses. G2BFAF - I would cry to if, no when i reach my target, you deserve it after all your hard work. I lost 4lbs this week which puts me under 11st for the first time since i had my daughter nearly 2 years ago. Us Thursday weighers...
  75. BookWorm1980

    Thursday Weighers

    I'm a bit late with posting this as i had my birthday weekend but i lost a further 1.5lbs making it a full half stone since i started three weeks ago! I got my first shiney so i'm really pleased. God know what it's going to be this week as i had my birthday celebrations on the weekend and let...
  76. BookWorm1980

    From here to Eternally Slim

    Wow what a great loss zombie! Keep up the good work! I hope for a good loss tomorrow on my Weigh In x
  77. BookWorm1980

    From here to Eternally Slim

    Actually i like that one too 'from here to eternally slim', it has rings of our new slim and healthy-selves staying around for forever!
  78. BookWorm1980

    Got my 3 1/2 stone award last night :D

    wow well done what a great story to read! You must be pleased as punch!
  79. BookWorm1980

    Can I just bask in my glory for a minute please?!!

    Wow that's brilliant! Well done! I'd be running up and down the street like a crazy woman!!!!
  80. BookWorm1980

    From here to Eternally Slim

    Hello all, may i join you? I am new to Slimming World, have been doing in for 3 weeks so far and have my 2nd WI on Thurs 27th (which also happens to be the day before my 30th Birthday). I've done well so far in my first WI i lost 3.5lbs and on my second i lost 2lbs, which i was happy with even...
  81. BookWorm1980

    I've failed .. and feel like there's no point starting again ...

    Hi, I'm so sorry to hear about you best friend that is something so difficult to get through. I'm sure your friend would never have meant to make anyone around her unhappy, she would want you to carry on and find the happiness she couldn't. Feel strong and powerful in yourself. Find your...
  82. BookWorm1980

    anyone else go off the rails at weekend

    I went slightly off the rails too this weekend as well. Had a chinese takeaway on Friday night although i chose well and only went over my syns by 2 for that whole day. Saturday i had a couple of southern comfort and cokes though so that pushed me over. That doesn't get me down though...
  83. BookWorm1980

    Realistically how much do you want to..

    My current weight is 11st 3lbs and ideally i'd like to go back to my pre-pregnancy size and weight of just under 10st (9st 13lbs). Having lost 5.5lbs so far i'm determined to keep at it. I think my dress size will never be small as i have a heavy chest 34G and big curvy hips, thanks to my...
  84. BookWorm1980

    Hello there Everybody!

    I am Claire, i'm 29 (well 30 in a week) and i am married to a soldier in the British Army and we are currently stationed in Cyprus in the Mediterranean. I have a 21month old daughter called Talia who is my little angel. I started on the Slimming World diet 2 weeks ago and have lost...
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