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    At a loss

    Thanks guys :) you're right, I will just keep doing what I'm doing and hope the nagging feeling goes away!! You've got to love this place, it's wonderful to have somewhere to share this strange stuff with people who get what you're talking about and give great advice :) Kay x
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    At a loss

    Thanks for the support guys :) Although I measure instead of weighing, I've lost 9 inches in total from my neck, bra strap area, waist, stomach and thighs in the last 6 weeks so it clearly is working!! :) I understand how it works (for the most part!) but I can't seem to shake this feeling...
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    At a loss

    Hello lovely people :wave_cry: I'm hoping some of you will have been through this or can share some insight. I've been on SW for about 6 weeks, I'm going it alone as there are no classes here, and with the help of this forum have a good handle on things. The problem is, that although I am...
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    Desperate to see a loss...

    Good luck and let us know how you get on :) x
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    ive lost 5 stones oh my goodness

    Wow... very impressive loss :D I would agree, don't worry about that one day and just keep going, you're doing amazingly! Kay x
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    What is the meal you miss the most

    I don't think I could say I miss anything... but then if I fancy something, I'll use my syns for it, the way I look at it, that's what they're there for :)
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    SW restaurant

    I'm in the restaurant industry myself, and the best piece of advise I could give you is not to pigeon hole yourself... niche markets are great, but given the lifespan of a restaurant and the risk involved means that you have to try and appeal to as broad a customer base as you can, and by...
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    had a reason to smile thanks to a friend

    Excellent :D Just the pick me up I needed this morning, thanks :) Kay x
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    WOTY photo very proud

    Very well done, you look over the moon as well you should be :) x
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    I've lost my brother in weight

    Well done that's just amazing! Like the others, I was a little worried opening up this thread, but blimey that's a fantastic perspective to have :D Just thinking about it, I need to loose my best friend 1 1/2 times over :eek: ouch! Kay x
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    Sun and Moon Soup!

    And here I thought it was secret code... glad I'm not the only one who's confused :p
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    WOMEN OF THE YEAR

    Wow, well done you :D Kay x
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    Grinning From Ear to Ear :-)

    What an amazing evening you must have had, no wonder you're grinning from ear to ear... Well done :D Kay x
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    The FlabFighters! - August Challenge

    Don't feel guilty, you've got enough going on at the moment to worry about that... once Ramadan is over, you'll have more time (and energy :D) to get started! Small change for me this week, but still in the right direction :) 10st10lbs - 6lbs to lose (3lbs lost) honey74 - 2lbs to lose (4lbs...
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    Kay's food diary of accountability

    Monday 23/8/2010 Breakfast - 2 Ryvita wholegrain (HeB) with 16gr phili light (1 syns) and cucumber Lunch - Omelet with peppers, onions, tomatoes and 42gr feta (HeA) with handful SW chips Snack - apple Dinner - Tuna (HeB) with sweetcorn and 3 tbsp of light mayo (3 syns) Tuesday 24/8/2010...
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    Red Day Cauliflower rice, useful or a no go???

    It is excellent... you can vary the seasoning pretty much however you want but it really works as a replacement for rice on a red day... :D Kay x
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    *tentatively waves hello*

    :welcome2: I've only been here a couple of weeks but the people really are lovely... loads of support, great advice and a hug or kick up the backside when required! Kay x
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    oh the torture!

    Wow.. now that's what I call willpower! I hope you feel truly virtuous :D Kay x
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    Can i just say i love you guys

    I was thinking the exact same thing this morning :D Kay x
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    Bread - quick question!

    Hi Zoe, as I understand it, it's 57gr of wholemeal bread regardless of the brand so you should be fine :) Kay x
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    Kay's food diary of accountability

    Sunday 22/8/2010 Breakfast - 2 Ryvita wholegrain (HeB) with 16gr phili light (1 syns) and cucumber Snack - Alpen light bar Lunch - Lentil soup - free Snack - Lentil soup - free Snack - Apple Dinner - Pasta with mushrooms, garlic, 2 tbsp lf creme fraiche (3 syns) and 56gr parmesan (HeA)
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    I'm going to Paris next weekend!

    Oh, that's a great hotel, stayed there a few years ago and it was fab :D Have a wonderful time!! Kay x
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    before and after pic!

    Wow, you look great, well done!! :D Kay x
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    Kay's food diary of accountability

    Saturday 21/8/2010 Breakfast - 57gr wholemeal bread with 40 phili light (3 syns) and 28gr ham (2 syns) Snack - 2 Alpen Light bars (HeB) Late lunch / snack - 84 gr feta, 28gr phili light (2 syns), 2 tbsp lf crème fraiche (3 syns) garlic, onion, oregano with bell peppers and cucumbers (at the...
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    Syn "Guilt"

    Wow... that pretty much hits the nail on the head... it is a re-education, and I'm loving the lessons :D
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    Syn "Guilt"

    Thanks guys :) I am going to revel in how yummy it was and let the guilt vanish :D Piglet... I don't have a class here, so I'm sort of of flying without a net, well apart from MiniMins which has been an absolute lifesaver :) But it's true, and you're right, it's allowed so stress over...
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    Syn "Guilt"

    Hi :) I was just wondering if anyone ever felt this... today I was craving a couple of things, so I ended up having a couple of snacks / meals that totaled up to 10 syns and both my HeB and HeA alltogether. Now logically, I know I'm allowed these syns, but a part of me feels really guilty for...
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    making SW chilli tonight....

    Yum... good luck and enjoy!! Kay x
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    Feta Dip

    I have been missing dippy food for when the need to snack pops up, and this hits the spot :D 84 gr Feta (HeA) 28 gr light Philadelphia (2 syns) 1 tbsp LF Creme Fraiche (I can't get VLF fromage frais here, so used this for 1 1/2 syns) 1 clove of garlic (use 1/2 if you don't like it strong) Dry...
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    Getting recognition

    That's just great :D those moments really do help boost the morale, all that hard work is paying off! Kay x
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    MadameLaMinx's Syn Free Salt and Pepper Chicken/Chips

    Oh yum... that sounds delicious, will have to give it a go, thanks for posting :D Kay x
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    When did you start to notice a physical difference?

    Hi :) I completely understand where you're coming from as I'm the same. What I keep telling myself is that it's not like I'm on a diet that restricts me, so I'm eating yummy, healthy food and loosing weight is a very pleasant side effect! You could try measuring as it makes a difference; some...
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    Kay's food diary of accountability

    Friday 20/8/2010 Breakfast - Banana Snack - Alpen light bar (1/2 Heb) Lunch - Leftover bean chili with ff yogurt Snack - Alpen light bar (1/2 HeB) (need to shop for fruit!!) Dinner - Thai rice noodle salad - with prawns (HeB), rice noodles, spring onions, carrots, cucumber, mint - dressing...
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    Snacky

    I would go for a really nice bag of your favourite dipping crisps, and make a low syn or syn free dip to go with them when you get home. Salty, crunchy and dippy... yum :D
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    woman of the year

    Congratulations Maxine, I personally would be jumping up and down uncontrollably :D (they do say we should move more ;) ) and I'm not surprised you have been nominated, I'm on the other side of the world and you've inspired me! Well done to you too Lianna, amazing achievement! Good luck guys...
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    Kay's food diary of accountability

    Thursday 19/8/2010 Breakfast - 2 Alpen light bar (HeB), banana Lunch - Was out for lunch today, ordered a salad, came with a little oil, to be safe I'm syning it 12 syns for 2 tbsp olive oil - salad was a little bit of tuna (HeB), lettuce, tomatoes, green beans, steamed potatoes Snack - 56gr...
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    Halfway There!

    Wow!! Amazing achievement... well done :D :D
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    Kay's food diary of accountability

    Wednesday 18/8/2010 Breakfast - Alpen light bar (1/2 HeB) Snack - Ham and Alpen light bar (1/2 HeB) Lunch - Omelet with mushrooms, onion, spinach and 28gr parmesan (HeA) Snack - 1 Alpen light bar and ff yogurt (3 syns) Dinner - Spicy Thai chicken stir fry, chicken (HeB), red curry paste (1...
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    Whats for tea tonight?

    Tonight I've just made spicy Thai chicken stir fry with green beans, carrots, bamboo shoots, broccoli and baby corn with rice :D I'm on a green day so the chicken is a HeB.
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    First 100 gone :D

    OMG!! That is just amazing, what an achievement... shout and scream it from the rooftops... one day I'll join you up there :D Thank you for posting this, you're an inspiration :) Kay x
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    Does anyone have a nice recipe for chicory?

    Hi there :) Not sure if you mean the leafy type of chicory, if it is, I tend to use it raw in salads... adds a slight bitterness but I like that, and very fresh and crunchy. Also you can grill them, they're delicious with most meats - just put them in a pan with a little frylight until they...
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    Kay's food diary of accountability

    Tuesday 17/8/2010 Breakfast - Alpen light bar (1/2 HeB) Snack - handful of SW chips (less than 200 gr) Lunch - Fresh melon with ham Snack - 2 slices wholemeal bread (HeB) with 28gr cheddar (HeA), ham, lettuce and onion Dinner - Grilled skinless chicken thighs on raw broccoli, lettuce and...
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    100.5lb gone

    Wow, wow, wow... I'm at a loss for anything else to say... that is just phenomenal :D Well done and thank you for the inspiration!! Good luck, I'm sure you'll walk the interview :) Kay x
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    Kay's food diary of accountability

    Monday 16/8/2010 Breakfast - All bran (HeB) w/ 100ml skimmed milk (1/2 HeA) Lunch - Omelet with onion, potato and cheddar cheese (HeA) Snack - Apple and Alpen light bar (HeB) Dinner - Stir fry with carrots, peppers, corn, peas, onion, soy and oyster sauce (1syn for 2 tbsp) and rice noodles
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    The FlabFighters! - August Challenge

    So I measured today, not sure how accurate it is as it's * week, but still pleased :D 10st10lbs - 6lbs to lose (2.5lbs lost) honey74 - 4lbs to lose (2lb lost) RubyMoss - 2lbs to lose (6lb lost) hastalavegan - 2.5lbs to lose (5.5lb lost) MazzyStar - 8lbs to lose emma-louise - 6lbs to lose...
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    Eggplant Salad

    I make this often and use it either as a dip or alongside grilled chicken for a change from salad. 1 large eggplant (or 2 small) 1/2 clove garlic 3 small spring onions 1 tomato Lemon juice 1/2 tbsp olive oil (3 syns if not using as HeB) Salt and pepper Parsley or coriander to serve 1. Put the...
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    Kay's food diary of accountability

    Sunday 15/10/2010 Bit of a weird day today Breakfast - Alpen light bar (1/2 HeB), banana Lunch - SW chips, salad Snack - Alpen light bar (1/2 HeB), grapes 4 vodka martini's - 10 syns Dinner - Tin of tuna, tin of sweetcorn, dressing made with mustard, vinegar and tbsp of olive oil (tuna or...
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    Extra Easy Struggling - help please

    Hello Anne :) I think I can understand where you're coming from; I have had times where a week or two into a diet / new eating plan over the last five years (I never dieted before that) when I loose all motivation and go nuts... eating everything in sight just because the feeling that I'm on a...
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    Indian savouries!

    Wow.... I'm impressed with your willpower, well done, not sure I could have been so good in the same situation :) Kay x
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    Print it out and put on your fridge :D

    That's just great... excellent motivation :D
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    Kay's food diary of accountability

    Saturday 14/8/2010 Breakfast - Alpen light bar (1/2 HeB), banana Lunch - Omelet with ham, onion, parmesan (HeA) Snack - Apple & 60gr ham Snack - Alpen light bar (1/2 HeB) Dinner - (out for dinner tonight) carpaccio of raw scallops with artichoke salad (no oil), grilled skinless tandoori...
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    The FlabFighters! - August Challenge

    Ali saw your measurement stats they are amazing :D I'll be measuring on Monday so fingers crossed. It is amazing how those around us think that "just a little" cake, chips, whatever won't hurt... I know they don't mean it badly, but it does get frustrating!! Hope everyone is having a great...
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    Measuring spoons

    Yup, I measure everything. For me it's about minimizing my worries, if I measure then I am sure I'm having the right / allowed amounts of my HeA/B's or syns - I'm a bit of a control freak so this allows me not to worry about it :D
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    Kay's food diary of accountability

    Friday 13/8/2010 Breakfast - Alpen light bar (1/2 HeB), banana Lunch - Omelet (eggs, potato, onion, 60gr ham (HeB), 28gr parmesan (HeA) ) Snack - Apple Dinner - Three bean chili (kidney, white, borloti, onions, garlic, passata, cayenne, paprika, tbsp chili oil) with rice and a spoon of ff...
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    Kay's food diary of accountability

    Thursday 12/8/2010 Breakfast - All bran (HeB) w/ 100ml skimmed milk (1/2 HeA) Snack - Banana Lunch - Leftover chickpea curry w/ spoonful of ff yogurt Snack - handful of grapes and 60gr lean ham (HeB) Dinner - Vegetable stir fry w/ rice (broccoli, sweetcorn, peas, carrots, peppers...
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    Kay's food diary of accountability

    Hello everyone. Have decided to keep a food diary in the hopes of keeping myself accountable. I'm doing mainly green days, although I'll be throwing in a red day here and there and any comments or suggestions are appreciated as I'm quite new to this. :) Wednesday 11/8/2010 Breakfast - All...
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    What are you most looking forward to?

    The things I am most looking forward to are much the same as yours, being able to walk into any shop to buy clothes, shoes, lingerie... feeling healthier and moving around more easily, but I think for me the biggest one is being able to go to a meeting / party / cafe / restaurant and not spend...
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    Weight Loss Tip from BL

    Wow, thanks so much for posting this! Just yesterday I was worrying that the fact that I ate 5 or 6 small meals in a day could slow down my weight loss, now according to this, it could speed it up :woohoo: It was the same for me too - no breakfast, nibble something for lunch (or often go...
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    morning!!

    Morning :) I don't like diet coke as a mixer either! One thing you could do is get them to add a squeeze of fresh lemon or lime juice (has to be fresh) and soda, it makes it really nice and refreshing :) Have fun! :D Kay x
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    The FlabFighters! - August Challenge

    You're very welcome, Ramadan Kareem to you :) xx
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    The FlabFighters! - August Challenge

    Ok, I'll try and explain this as best I can :P Lie down on the floor on your back with a small pillow or rolled up towel under your neck Then comes the most important part of these exercises - you have to pull your tummy inwards - not suck it in, but the best way I can explain it is pull and...
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    The FlabFighters! - August Challenge

    You're welcome :) I find measurements less stressful to keep track of! With regards to the dreaded tummy pouch (mine could house a family of four!) I do simple pilates exercises that focus on using your tummy muscles to move your lower body around, a trainer showed them to me and they really...
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    please tell me i look like i have lost weight?

    Wow! There is a very noticeable difference... you look fantastic!! :woohoo: Thank you, you have just re-enforced my commitment to stick to this 100% :D Kay x
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    A question

    Thank you :) And yes, I do eat when I'm hungry but the thing is I have issues with portion control, so hopefully a knock on effect of this might be that I learn to curb it :D
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    A question

    I tend to graze my way through the day as opposed to having full meals. I work from home so the fridge and kitchen are right there! For example today so far I've had: All Bran for breakfast with 100ml of milk A small bowl of left over veg stir fry from last night around 11 Handful of SW...
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    Green Day sw soups help me plzzz

    Hi! There are so many options, soups are just yummy and easy to make completely free! A couple of my favourites are: Vegetable Soup Chop up some leeks, carrots and potatoes, sweat them down in some fry light, add some stock, either chicken or veg diluted in water, salt and pepper and cook...
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    Is there anyone who needs to lose over 10 stone????

    Wow what an inspiring thread!! It's so motivating to see so many people that have around the same amount to loose as me shedding those pounds, you all rock :D I figure I've got about 12 stone to loose (not sure as I don't own a pair of scales - I'd live on them if I did!) and I am going to take...
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    Work, Stress and Food

    :hug99: I can completely relate - for me it's savoury things like crisps or anything in pastry that I used to reach for when work drove me up the wall, problem is, all that food used to make me feel worse, not better - so I'd basically be doubling my stress which would lead to complete...
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    The SW fairy...

    Done!! Thank you :D
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    The FlabFighters! - August Challenge

    Joining you all in the challenge, however I'm not weighing myself at the moment, so I'll be working off measurements (thanks Ali :) ) 10st10lbs - 6lbs to lose (2lbs lost) honey74 - 5lbs to lose (1lb lost) RubyMoss - 4lbs to lose (4lb lost) hastalavegan - 2.5lbs to lose (5.5lb lost)...
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    The SW fairy...

    Thanks for the welcome Ali :) I just joined, but I plan to start my food diary tomorrow, I find that writing it all down keeps me honest! Had a look at the FlabFighters challenge, and it looks great - however I don't weigh (or at least not at the moment, I fear the scales would buckle and die)...
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    The SW fairy...

    Thanks for the welcome guys :D Having lurked around the site over the last couple of days, I am amazed by how friendly and helpful everyone is! Really looking forward to spending some time here and contributing to the forums :) Kay x
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    Frozen Grapes Are Lovely

    Hmmm, I've seen this before but was always skeptical - after reading all your positive comments, off to pop a bag in the freezer! :D
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    FryLite

    I feel for you, until today, I haven't been able to find it here either - the way I got around this for SW chips was to put the blanched, dry potatoes into a ziplock bag, add 1/2 tbsp of olive oil and my seasoning, close the bag and shake it well - that way all the chips get coated!
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    Green Day Really tasty stir fry

    You have to prep the ingredients for this dish in advance, but honestly from start to finish it took about 15 minutes! Serves 2 - 0.5 syns per person (I think, please let me know if I missed anything!) 1 inch piece of fresh ginger, minced 2 cloves of garlic, minced 1 shallot, sliced 1 small...
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    The SW fairy...

    ...visited me today :D Having spent most of yesterday on this site, looking up recipes and refreshing my understanding of SW, I decided to go shopping today as I haven't been putting enough variety into my meals - I tended to make the same three or four base meals over and over again. Now, I...
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    A message for all new members

    Hello everyone I'm Kay, recently started slimming world, and going it alone as there are no classes where I live - found this site when looking for inspiration and was so inspired I decided to join! Look forward to getting to know you all, and I can already tell this is a friendly and...
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