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  1. Bumblebum

    Extra Easy Struggling and Picky

    Fruit is superfree. How about downsizing you meals and having loads of fruit as desserts and snacks??? Have you tried chopping /blending these veg and adding them to pasta sauces? I have superpicky Other Half and son but manage to cook for all of us (not that they know it!! :D )
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    Am i doing this right?

    Hi there Looks like thats including the chicken. Just looked at their website and it says about 240 cals per portion. I would assume this is based on you using the amount of chicken they specify on the packet and it being eaten in thier portion sizes (ie whole amount serving four people) Hope...
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    How do you do it?

    Thanks everyone. Seems most do calorie counting or slimming world. I'm sort of amalgamating cc'ing and sw at the moment. Guess anything that helps us to control our fat intake has to be a good thing?
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    August bank holiday 2013 challenge

    Yay! Well done!! :)
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    August bank holiday 2013 challenge

    Thank you guys :) Am chuffed. One more pound and first stone gone.
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    new :)

    Hi and welcome :-) This forum is great for finding out everything you need to know. It can be surprising how much fat is in everyday foods so its worth checking before you eat. I've stuck to that and i've had no side effects :-) Good luck Bumblebum x
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    How do you do it?

    Hi all Have been doing well on xenical and calorie counting. No unwanted side effects so far :- Just wondered how everyone else does it? A friend said slimming world would be better but i like the freedom of calorie counting. So...how do you do it? Calorie counting Slimming world...
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    August bank holiday 2013 challenge

    4lbs off for me this week!!!:D
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    Bumblebums Xenical Diary.........From Frumpy 30's to Fab 40's!

    Thanks Purplemum. Wierd how some days are so much easier than others isn't it? Cooked little boy and his mate a pizza last night and it didn't bother me at all. On other diets (without xenical) I've given in to temptation like that so easily. I thinking knowing that I really CAN'T have it makes...
  10. Bumblebum

    My Journey

    Well done on walking past the wine shop!!! You can do it! Bumble x
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    Bumblebums Xenical Diary.........From Frumpy 30's to Fab 40's!

    Awake at silly o'clock this morning due to husband having to get up earlier than normal. Will seem a long day! Seem to have a sudden breakout of spots. I know this is due to eating better and drinking lots of water, but is making me feel like a spotty teenager!! :-D It will pass though and...
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    August bank holiday 2013 challenge

    Well done jodie and lisa!! :-)
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    Bumblebums Xenical Diary.........From Frumpy 30's to Fab 40's!

    Good plan. I definately need someone to help encourage me to stay on the wagon!!!
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    Bumblebums Xenical Diary.........From Frumpy 30's to Fab 40's!

    I think thats a good idea. Thats what I'm going to do too. I go away the end of July and I want to have lost a decentish amount by then. Whilst taking Xenical stops me from eating all the rubbish I would normally eat after a drink, I do feel I'm wasting an opportunity by spending so many...
  15. Bumblebum

    My Journey

    Sounds like you're doing well :) I didn't think of big soups...may have to get a couple this week.
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    PurpleMum's Diary

    Sounds like you had a lovely day out. And I think you have a brilliant attitude. I think its best to enjoy things like days out. Its not as if they happen every day :) Hope you're not too stiff and achy this morning! :) Bumble x
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    Bumblebums Xenical Diary.........From Frumpy 30's to Fab 40's!

    Morning all Well, wasn't that a glorious bank holiday Monday? Finished off though with little boy (not so little now, he's 7) having a nightmare and ending up in bed with me. I did NOT sleep well and am now shattered. Lots of coffee for me today I think. Also, I didn't manage to resist the...
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    Bumblebums Xenical Diary.........From Frumpy 30's to Fab 40's!

    Thank you, I was pretty chuffed with it! :) Purplemum - I love cous cous but have to say I prefer it with lemon and mint. Not a massive fan of coriander.
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    Bumblebums Xenical Diary.........From Frumpy 30's to Fab 40's!

    Another gorgeous day here....shall have to resist the siren call of the ice cold pinot grigio in the garden!!!!:D Todays menu looking a bit like....... B: Coffee L: lemon and coriander couscous and chicken D: Pasta in tomato sauce Snacks: Fruit Drinks: Lots of water, few coffees Bumblebum x
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    PurpleMum's Diary

    Thats famtastic! Well done you!!!!! X
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    August bank holiday 2013 challenge

    Hi guys. Please can i join the challenge? I'd like to lose 28 pounds by aug bank holiday :-)
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    My Journey

    Hi and welcome. Good luck with your weight loss x
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    Bumblebums Xenical Diary.........From Frumpy 30's to Fab 40's!

    Had a nice time last night. Maybe a few too many glasses of wine but will be extra good today to make up for it :D Todays offerings.................. B: Coffee L: Vegetable soup and wholemeal roll D: Gammon and pineapple, salad, jacket potato. Bumblebum x
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    Blue is my favourite colour..... Lexies journey

    Hope you start to feel better soon Lexie. x
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    Vegetables.......

    Well that's sorted me out then....will count the calories but not worry about the fat.:)
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    Blue is my favourite colour..... Lexies journey

    Oh no, thats a real shame :-( Dose yourself up and get plenty of rest. Hope you feel better soon x
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    PurpleMum's Diary

    Keep going Purplemum...you're sounding really positive! :)
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    Bumblebums Xenical Diary.........From Frumpy 30's to Fab 40's!

    Thanks guys...am really chuffed.. Feeling so positive about all this, its great :) Well, the long bank holiday weekend is here....yay! Have my parents coming round tonight for dinner and games with our little boy. We would usually have a takeaway but my lovely mum said we can all have...
  29. Bumblebum

    Vegetables.......

    Now, see, that would worry me....I'd be scared stiff I would eat too much and ....ahem...have an accident!!!!! :D
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    Blue is my favourite colour..... Lexies journey

    Thats a brilliant loss....well done !!!!!! I've experimented with all sorts of diets in the past and always come back to CC'ing. Seems more logical to me than some of the other diets where there are "free" foods. Bumble x
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    Bumblebums Xenical Diary.........From Frumpy 30's to Fab 40's!

    Friday Friday!!!!!:bliss: And its weigh day!!! And..........9 pounds lost!!!!:eek: I am so chuffed with that, you wouldn't believe it. I've dieted enough in the past to know I always have a good first week, but never THIS good before! I know it will now settle to a more normal loss but am...
  32. Bumblebum

    Vegetables.......

    Yeah, I figured that on the fat thing. Just like to keep track as I do tend to pile the veggies high on my plate :D I will prob track the cals but not worry about the fat. Thanks :)
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    Vegetables.......

    Hello all You have all become my xenical gurus! So i'm asking what might be a stupid question..... Do you weigh your veggies and work out fat value??? I've been doing this but been told i'm being obsessive??? Should i not worry so much? My fat intake at the moment is low but i'm also...
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    Bumblebums Xenical Diary.........From Frumpy 30's to Fab 40's!

    Thanks Lexie. Just been to Sainsbugs and got a few WW meals and some of those quarter pounders. Think it will be burger night Friday :)
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    Bumblebums Xenical Diary.........From Frumpy 30's to Fab 40's!

    Thanks for the ideas everyone. Am going to pop to sainsbugs after work and get some ww stuff. Hubby would live on sausages if i let him so may get some of the ww ones and see if he likes them. :-) Todays food will prob go something like this....... B: Coffee L: low fat pre pack sandwich...
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    Bumblebums Xenical Diary.........From Frumpy 30's to Fab 40's!

    Thanks Lexie. :) Can I just say, your losses are brilliant....hope I do half as well as you have:)
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    Bumblebums Xenical Diary.........From Frumpy 30's to Fab 40's!

    Thanks for that. I guess I'm a bit worried about trying other meats. Will definately get some turkey this week and maybe some pork. Big shop week is next week so am going to do a bit of research before then and then stock up on things I can have. :)
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    Bumblebums Xenical Diary.........From Frumpy 30's to Fab 40's!

    Day 4.....and I'm really resisting the urge to leap on the scales!:D Will have a weekly weigh in, I think. Was going to wait till next doctors appt but I know I'll never be able to stay away from the scales that long! Yesterday morning was difficult in the end. So am taking lunch to work with...
  39. Bumblebum

    Couple of questions......

    Thank you, good idea, will do that :) Bumblebum x
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    Couple of questions......

    Thank you for that. Glad I can have tuna. T'is a shame about mackerel though. Love the smoked stuff. Ah well! Also great about the mince. Hubby loves italian so we have a lot of pasta etc here. Thank you!:)
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    Couple of questions......

    Hello all Recently started on Xenical and am desperately trying to avoid having any....ahem...side effects!:rolleyes: So would just like the heads up on a couple of things. I know salmon doesn't react well for a lot of people so am assuming Mackerel and Tuna would be the same??? Love tinned...
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    Bumblebums Xenical Diary.........From Frumpy 30's to Fab 40's!

    Morning all, and thank-you for the encouragement :) Must admit I scoured the forums on here before popping my first little blue pill:D The leaflet they give you with the pills doesn't explain much so the threads here were a lifesaver! Well, day 2 done with. Changed dinner to a chicken...
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    Bumblebums Xenical Diary.........From Frumpy 30's to Fab 40's!

    Morning all Been on minimins a while and experimented with most diets :rolleyes:, mostly half-heartedly. Then last week I was diagnosed with high blood pressure. At 39 that really scares me! My doctor is lovely though and recommended Xenical along with blood pressure medication. I honestly...
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    Bumblebums Countdown to 40!!

    Well....yesterday went as planned so quite pleased. However, its the weekend coming up which is always a danger time!!:o Todays menu: B: Scrambled egg, beans and an apple L: Pasta n sauce, chicken. Banana. D: Ratatouille and jacket potato Snacks : Fruit Had the cheese and broccoli pasta n...
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    Bumblebums Countdown to 40!!

    Hello everyone! Well, its the big 40 this year and I am desperate not to be fat, unfit and 40! So the new regime started this week. Following SW as feel it suits me best....as soon as I start having to weigh and work out calories I descend into a deep depression!!!:D Thought a diary may help...
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    Bumblebums Back To Basics Diary

    Valentines day! And not a bit of pork in sight today!:D Todays menu: B: Belvita L: Jacket potato and cheese and beans D: Roast chicken, potatos and parsnips (cooked in fry light), sprouts, carrots and gravy Snacks: None But I have bought a bottle of wine to have with dinner. As OH is...
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    Monthly Weigh-in

    Congratulations! Thats a brilliant weight loss and just goes to prove that healthy eating DOES work! :talk017:
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    Bumblebums Back To Basics Diary

    Todays menu: B: Fruit n fibre, coffee L: Pork Sandwich, light crisps, Apple D: Pork stir fry (loads of veggies) Snacks: banana, Belvita Seems based round pork today - I'll be oinking at this rate!:D Bumblebum x
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    Bumblebums Back To Basics Diary

    Hello all Welcome to my "Back To Basics" diary! I've gotten to the point where I'm heartily sick of seemingly constant dieting but getting absolutely nowhere!:cry: So this is a new start for me. Going to concentrate on upping my F&V, increasing my cooking from scratch, and avoiding processed...
  50. Bumblebum

    Okker's Healthy Diary

    Yes, think I probably will - might help to keep me focussed.:)
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    Introductions

    Hello all! Have been on various parts of this site during my many forays into dieting. None of which have worked! So am aiming for healthy eating as a permanant thing rather than a quick fix diet. I know my diet is appalling so will be working hard on getting back to basics - more fruit and...
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    Okker's Healthy Diary

    Good luck with the healthy eating. Sort of reached the same realisation myself - that diets make you miserable!
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    Where the bargains are at and anything else thats useful.

    I know I'm probably repeating someone else (looked back a couple of pages but couldn't see anything) but pasta n sauce are 50p at Asda at the moment :D
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    Bumblebums Last Chance Saloon.....revisited!

    **slinks back in........** :o After a long time of having falling off the wagon, I'm back in the zone! Everyone thinks I'm mad for getting back to Calorie Counting just before Christmas, but I figure if I leave it till after Christmas I'll have even more to lose!!:( I've put on loads of...
  55. Bumblebum

    Horrible Be Good to yourself Chicken/pasta bake

    Must be something about Sainsbugs BGTY meals - I had a risotto and it was mainly water :( . Think they need to work on thier recipes!
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    Vending Machine Coffee

    Eeek! 2.5 syns! Think I may have to reduce the amount I'm drinking at work!!!:D
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    Vending Machine Coffee

    Thanks Patchworkpuss. Sorry, really should have searched before posting:o
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    Vending Machine Coffee

    Hi all Pls could someone help me with the syn values on vending machine coffee? I usually (at work) have the extra white coffee option and I'm assuming there would be syns as these machines use whitener? If anyone could help me with this that would be great. Thanks
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    Thinking about going-it-alone

    Hi there. I'm doing the same, due to financial reasons. Hoping I will stick to it without the support of a group. Perhaps we should start our own online group lol!
  60. Bumblebum

    Whats for tea tonight?

    Boiled bacon, jacket spud, cheese (HEXA), tomatos, peas and broccoli
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    Back to good ole healthy eating

    Up till tonight I have ate, slept and breathed food! And now I've decided its got to stop. Yes! We CAN eat like normal people! Might take a bit of practice. A few ups and downs. But I reckon we can do it! Good luck!
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    Bumbles REAL LIFE diary!

    In what way am I being unrealistic?? I intend to eat healthily. Didn't say I expected to be a five a day saint forever. Just want to change my eating habits so "blips" aren't such a huge issue. I said I will exercise to support my chosen lifestyle. Sorry, I didn't explain that properly. Yes, I...
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    Bumbles REAL LIFE diary!

    Ok...so why am I calling this my "Real Life" diary??? Well...all those diets...calorie counting, slimming world, slimfast, weightwatchers etc....they're not real life to me. They're "being on a diet". I am SO fed up with starting afresh every Monday and then feeling like a bloody failure by...
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    Back to good ole healthy eating

    Am so thrilled to discover a healthy eating section to minimins! Have dabbled with lots of various diets....and got precisely nowhere! Every Monday I seem to start afresh and then start feeling deprived or unhappy. And yet I LOVE healthy food! So am going to just eat a healthy balanced...
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    Storing Veg

    I take everything out of any packaging it comes in. If feels wet then dry with kitchen roll. I layer kitchen roll at bottom of veg/salad drawers and veg goes on top. I keep tomato's and cucumber out of the fridge. Believe it or not, cucumber keeps longer that way. And tomato's just taste grim...
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    New SW rules

    Exactly. At the end of the day they're just like us. Misunderstandings always happen. I think its a case of thinking to yourself what seems right or wrong. Unlimited syns seems ridiculous to me and I'm pretty sure its not something they would endorse??
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    New SW rules

    I wonder if the consultant has heard right? They do get things wrong. The consultant at the group I used to go to said with EE you had to have 1/3 superfree, 1/3 original and 1/3 green at each meal. To my mind thats wrong but she insisted she was right (I'll probably find out now she WAS right...
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    Iceland Chicken & Cauli cheese grills

    Brilliant, thanks for the quick reply ermintrude. Now know what to have for dinner!!:D
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    Iceland Chicken & Cauli cheese grills

    Hi all Could one of you lovely people help with syn values on a couple of things? Iceland Chicken Grills BBQ Per grill 128 cals 14.5g protein 4.1 g Carb (of which sugars 1.2g) 6.0 g fat (saturates 1.8g) Fibre 0.7g Sodium 0.3g Salt 0.7g Also, Dalepak Cauliflower cheese grills One grill...
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    Tina's diary of hopefull optimism!

    Make that 3 of us!!:eek: Just cooked a roast dinner but am umming and ahhing about getting a couple of those little bottles of wine to have whilst watching the apprentice later. Got the urge!!
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    Bumblebums Last Chance Saloon.....revisited!

    Thats not a good friend in my book!:eek: (although right now I wish someone would bring me a bottle of wine!:D) At work its pretty good. The three of us are being really supportive to each other. Its my boss that encouraged me to get the leisure pass so I could go to fitness classes with her...
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    Bumblebums Last Chance Saloon.....revisited!

    **BREAKING NEWS** Scales sneaky peeker learns her lesson!! Day before weigh day and I'm a STS!!! GRRRR!!!!:mad::mad: I am NOT looking at scales anymore. I hate them!!!!!!:cry:
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    1st - 31st July Challenge

    Well done everyone on these great losses!!!!:)
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    Lucysmommys cc and exercise diary

    This is really something I've got to get to grips with. Yesterday my snacks, calorie wise, came to more than my meals!!!:eek: If I cut the snacks down I'd have bloody lovely meals. Must learn to do it!!
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    Lucysmommys cc and exercise diary

    A friend at work did spinning for the first time last weekend and admits her...ahem...bits..ache a bit still! Pmsl at legomoms bits toughening up!!:D
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    Samalama striving to get in the PINK!

    How come I missed your diary up to now!?!?:confused: Anyway....you should feel proud of ANY loss as you have worked bloody hard for it!! Do not beat yourself up if its less than expected...theres prob some bizarre reason your body decided to keep hold of it this week. Bet you see a good loss...
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    Lindsey's I quit sugar diary

    Love it!!:D
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    Tina's diary of hopefull optimism!

    There certainly are days when cakes etc are lurking in the shadows, preparing to leap out when we least expect them. Its just not fair!! :D I guess the trick is to only eat a little bit. If somethings in front of me I eat it so don't blame you on the caramel sponge. I'd have done exactly the...
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    Bostik's Finally Doing It :)

    Mmm....chinese... Glad to hear the dream was motivating!! :D
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    Bumblebums Last Chance Saloon.....revisited!

    Its really really odd.....most days when I've earnt loads of cals from the gym I eat and eat and eat and come in just under calories. Today I'm on basic 1300 and have come in LOTS under!! And I'm not hungry?? Whats going on there!?:rolleyes: Ah well, bank them for tomorrow when I may well be...
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    Bumblebums Last Chance Saloon.....revisited!

    And did you go rooting through the cupboards trying to find something for 1 cal to eat??;) (sort of thing I do!!:D)
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    Tina's diary of hopefull optimism!

    Am very glad it went ok for you all today. Sandwich sounds ***** though....I get every annoyed when I spend good money AND calories on something pants! Bumble x
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    Bumblebums Last Chance Saloon.....revisited!

    Nice with a good dollop of horseradish!:D
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    Bumblebums Last Chance Saloon.....revisited!

    Well I went and swam. And feel much better for going. Still very weary though so am most def having a rest day tomorrow.:) Came in under cals today, which is an achievement in intself considering I could have eaten a scabby horse earlier!!:eek:
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    Bumblebums Last Chance Saloon.....revisited!

    Struggling today :(. Didn't really feel like going to the gym but forced myself anyway. Did half hour, gave up, came home and ate toast!!:eek: Taking munchkin swimming after school this afternoon but tomorrow is most definately a rest day for me! Just praying I can stay within calories today...
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    Lindsey's I quit sugar diary

    Mm...kebab.....god I love kebabs..... Ahem..anyway, back to your diary. kebabs do tend to make you retain water. Keep going at the evian and it'll disappear in no time hun.
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    Tina's diary of hopefull optimism!

    I hope everything goes ok today hun, that the sun shines on you all and that its a lovely, upbeat day. I don't think theres anything wrong in celebrating anniversaries or milestones. Everyone knows these people are never forgotten, its just nice sometimes to remember them together with others...
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    Shazzabir CC Journey to 9st!

    Am very jealous of your roast AND your trampoline (although, wierdly, not sure which I'm jealous of most!:rolleyes: Always wanted a trampoline....) I'm a devil for picking at a roast too...christmas is terrible when theres turkey, gammon AND beef lurking around!
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    Bumblebums Last Chance Saloon.....revisited!

    Oh god, I've created a monster lol!!:D Happyhealthy - :8855:at the thought of running 10 miles before breakfast!!! The only place I run in the mornings is towards the kettle!!:D Squeezy - yes the hubby and child free bit of the exercise appealed greatly. :D I was on the verge of staying for...
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    Bumblebums Last Chance Saloon.....revisited!

    I did it!!! 2 miles in 39 mins with...ahem...a break midway. Well, clever old me figured theres a pub halfway back :D So took my book with me and had a 20 minute break halfway back, read my book and had a glass of wine (or two!). So technically earnt 217 cals and spent 402. Still better, I...
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    Lindsey's I quit sugar diary

    You look amazing lady!!!!:)
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    Bumblebums Last Chance Saloon.....revisited!

    Good idea squeezy! Been pottering about so will put it in as about 30 mins cleaning as don't want to overestimate. Also, I was getting fidgety so OH said when he goes to take his son home he will take munchkin with him and will drop me about 2 miles away and I can walk home. What a nice...
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    Bumblebums Last Chance Saloon.....revisited!

    Thanks Samalama!:) Easyish day here today. Got up too late to go lanes swimming so have decided to have a rest day unless the urge overtakes me later to do some exercise!! (unlikely!:D). Concentrating on getting house clean and tidy so I don't have to do too much to it during the week...
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    Bostik's Finally Doing It :)

    Well done on the loss!!! And don't get worried about the party. Try and alternate your drinks with low cal soft drinks. And most of all...have a good time!! We can't spend the rest of our lives avoiding parties...lifes for living! You can always get back on plan the next day and get some...
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    Lindsey's I quit sugar diary

    34????? 34???? Don't think I've EVER been a 34!! (when my school mates were in pretty training bra's I was in sodding Triumph Doreen!! Bloody ugly but gave you boobs like Madonna in Vogue!!:D) Anyway, well done you missus for getting shot of that gain!!! Bumble x
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    Tina's diary of hopefull optimism!

    Oh Tina, I think I'd be seriously pissed if I were you. I would kick up a real stink and see if they will locate a space for him. (and don't even get me started on the whole thing with being penalised because you work....gets on my sodding goat too!!)
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    Bumblebums Last Chance Saloon.....revisited!

    Nah, I am distinctly heffer like on the treadmill at the moment, but am getting better!!:D Not entirely sure where the motivation has come from....its been missing in action for years lol!!:D
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    Bumblebums Last Chance Saloon.....revisited!

    Phew! Workout #1 done - 60 odd mins in the gym. Then its badminton this afternoon. Looking forward to that :) Blimey, I'll be a gym bunny before you know it (at the moment I'm more of a gym heffer!:D)
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    Bumblebums Last Chance Saloon.....revisited!

    Squeezy - not sure I'm an exercise demon just yet but must admit its a bit addictive!! HH - yes, I AM enjoying it....which amazes me as I really was your archetypal couch potato before. I look forward to it now! Wierd!:D Lindsey - I am sooo worried about the Zumba lol!! My co-ordination is...
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    Bumblebums Last Chance Saloon.....revisited!

    Busy old day here today. No time for gym or swimming :cry:but shopping has to be done or we'll be eating dry bread the weekend!!!:D Yes, cream tea was so yum yesterday...ended up under calories too (just...12 left for the day!!:D) PLanning lots of exercise tomorrow...gym in the morning and...
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    Shazzabir CC Journey to 9st!

    Brilliant loss - well done you!!!!
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    Bumblebums Last Chance Saloon.....revisited!

    Well...its my lovely Nans 91st birthday today and we all had a tea at my Mum and Dads. Blew loads of cals on a homemade buttermilk scone with clotted cream and homemade jam but, bloody hell, it was worth it!!!!:D Was very restrained with all the other stuff, whereas I'm normally the resident...
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    Lindsey's I quit sugar diary

    You lot are making me starving!! Could murder a beefeater right now. Had a nice tea too...just could always fit in a good steak!!:D (and don't get me started on onion rings and garlic bread!!:eek:)
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    Tina's diary of hopefull optimism!

    How come your experiments come out ok, but when I decide to experiment it comes out like something even a scabby dog would turn its nose up at!? Pasta bake looked good - agree it needed cheese though!:D Those hash brown thingummys sound good - another thing to add to my list for tomorrow!:)
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    1st - 31st July Challenge

    Well done yummymummy!
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    Tina's diary of hopefull optimism!

    Woo hoo for the weigh in! Well done you missus! Pmsl at your little darlings with the cheesecake :D Can always rely on kids.....(mine invariably points out how large my knickers are when I''m putting the washing away!!!:eek:) Glad to hear your friends littlie is improving - sounded very...
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    Bumblebums Last Chance Saloon.....revisited!

    Morning all!! I am H A P P Y!!!! After a couple of weeks of nothing moving, have finally lost 2lbs...taking me into the 15's! Whoop whoop!!:D Gym today as am off to my Nans 91'st birthday tea later and theres bound to be cake:D Bumble x
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    1st - 31st July Challenge

    Woo hoo!!!! 2lbs gone!! After a couple of weeks of nothing moving much I'm really chuffed!!! Kirsty_baird_26 - 5lbs total : 0lbs down, 5lbs to go! TTfan - 0lbs down, 4lbs to go iwillsoonbeslim (1st July 13s 11lb) - 9lbs total : 0lbs down, 9lbs to go! Peagirl989 - 6lbs total : 0lbs down, 6 to...
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    Bostik's Finally Doing It :)

    :)Thats brilliant news!!!! Yay!!!!!
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    Bumblebums Last Chance Saloon.....revisited!

    HH - how do you do ANYTHING after the gym...I find it hard to walk, let alone play badminton!!:eek: Speaking of gym....I'm really pi**ed at myself as I've forgotton to bring gym stuff to work!!!!
  111. Bumblebum

    Bumblebums Last Chance Saloon.....revisited!

    Apparently its something to do with the thermostat that controls the auto-defrost thingummy. I expect they replace it or something. They've already sorted thousands out and I found them great on the phone. Lets hope theres no more fires!!:eek: Badminton was fab!! I loved it. Can't say I was...
  112. Bumblebum

    Bumblebums Last Chance Saloon.....revisited!

    I know!! Just imagine the mess if that pot noodle had gone over my shirt!!!!:eek::D No, its very worrying about the fridge. It was on the BBC site earlier so Mum let me know to check mine. Trust me to have one of the dodgy ones. Keep giving it distrusting looks now!!!:D Am sure it will be...
  113. Bumblebum

    Lucysmommys cc and exercise diary

    Welcome to CC'ing Lucysmommy!!! Looking forward to reading your diary! Bumble x
  114. Bumblebum

    Shazzabir CC Journey to 9st!

    Ha ha ha!!!:D (I certainly need a trolley when I'm buying wine....but guess that just says something about me lol!!!)
  115. Bumblebum

    The story of happyhealthy's expedition to maintain!

    Glad to see you back on-line HH.....I thought it had been a bit quiet the last few days!:D As for ther wierdo thing....I think I've finally turned into a wierdo as I no longer care what people think of me, of what I eat, what I wear and what I do. For me, I think that's come with age. You must...
  116. Bumblebum

    Bumblebums Last Chance Saloon.....revisited!

    Sandwiches won out over pot noodle....but only because I would be eating lunch at work and I have a very white work shirt...wouldn't be white if I had pot noodle!!:o Looking forward to Badminton tonight. Didn't get to the gym as had to come home and ring Beko about my possibly flammable...
  117. Bumblebum

    Thinking of calorie counting.

    Opinions vary. Its a case of experimenting and seeing whats best for you.
  118. Bumblebum

    Lindsey's I quit sugar diary

    You can keep your sushi but I'll take the pot noodle!!:D Really fancying one now. :( Glad to see you back in the swing of things - and good luck with the sneeky peak!
  119. Bumblebum

    Bumblebums Last Chance Saloon.....revisited!

    Morning all! Up bright and early here today (thanks to munchkin). I do love winter when the mornings are darker and he sleeps later!!!:D Hubby gave me a badminton lesson last night in the back garden. Haven't laughed so much in ages....turns out I'm quite a good shot, as Hubby found out when...
  120. Bumblebum

    how much do you excercise?

    I exercise probably 6 days out of 7. Mainly because I was SUCH a couch potato before but am now discovering I enjoy exercising as it means I can eat more!!:D As the others have said, do what you feel comfortable with. It can only be good news in the long run for your weight loss.
  121. Bumblebum

    Lindsey's I quit sugar diary

    Welcome back! You'll be in the 12's before you know it (and you can then have another blow out lol!:D)
  122. Bumblebum

    What's for dinner tonight?

    Waitrose chicken tikka masala here tonight.....and I will gaze lustfully at the naan bread but won't touch!!:D
  123. Bumblebum

    Bumblebums Last Chance Saloon.....revisited!

    Squeezy - I know I'm naughty :o. But I hopped on as I just don't feel I'm losing any, if you know what I mean! Hopefully should be ok on the 2lb loss as have lots of exercise planned.:) Including Badminton tomorrow and Saturday!!!:eek: Never played Badminton before in my life so that should be...
  124. Bumblebum

    Tina's diary of hopefull optimism!

    Well, you KNOW you can do it! So good luck for this week. Bumble x
  125. Bumblebum

    Bostik's Finally Doing It :)

    Like Squeezy says, everythings sounding really positive for you!!:) Really good news on having to buy smaller clothes - well done you!!!
  126. Bumblebum

    Bumblebums Last Chance Saloon.....revisited!

    Morning all Feeling a bit down here. Weighed Friday and had lost a pound, taking me down to 16'1. Weighed today (I know I shouldnt!!) and I'm back up to 16'2! ARGH!!!:eek: I have felt though my calories are too high. So I am increasing my weight loss goal to 2lbs a week. Bah humbug...
  127. Bumblebum

    Shazzabir CC Journey to 9st!

    Well done you! Yes, you certainly deserve that beer!!! :party0019:
  128. Bumblebum

    Tina's diary of hopefull optimism!

    Oooh I lurve strawberry picking. Must take munchkin soon. And at least its healthy so it doesn't matter if you eat rather a lot!! BBQ sounds brilliant - glad you had a good time! Bumble x
  129. Bumblebum

    Bumblebums Last Chance Saloon.....revisited!

    Go for it legomom! The palace is really worth the visit. Well, been swimming again this morning (yay - go me!!) and me and OH promised to take munchkin and step-son this afternoon but that will just be a splash around so won't count calories for that unless I get some decent swim time in that...
  130. Bumblebum

    Bumblebums Last Chance Saloon.....revisited!

    Thanks Squeezy!:) Managed to nip out earlier and get 30 min swim in. MFP says 510 cals for 30 mins breaststroke!!:eek: I altered it to 400 as seems very high. Bumble x
  131. Bumblebum

    Bumblebums Last Chance Saloon.....revisited!

    Afternoon all Been a nice day here. Munchkin has been at his Granny and Grampys so me and OH had a lovely lie in before having a mooch round the local outlet village. Had lunch out but went for nice healthy jacket spud with a tuna and mixed bean salad....and only pouted a bit when OH came...
  132. Bumblebum

    Bostik's Finally Doing It :)

    Fantastic weigh in! Well done you!
  133. Bumblebum

    Shazzabir CC Journey to 9st!

    Good luck for tomorrow!! Bumble x P.s the wine got me!!:o Only two glasses though so not too bad!
  134. Bumblebum

    Tina's diary of hopefull optimism!

    Sounds like the buffet was gorgeous - I'm very jealous!!! Could really kill for a chinese right now... Loving the flower!:D
  135. Bumblebum

    Bumblebums Last Chance Saloon.....revisited!

    If you ever get a chance to go then I'd really recommend it. Obviously you only get to see certain parts of the palace, but its really amazing. And I'm alreading getting myself in gear to barge my way to the front to see the dress lol! Bumble x
  136. Bumblebum

    Bumblebums Last Chance Saloon.....revisited!

    Glad I'm not the only one with a bit of an obsession lol!! Am still excited this morning - am really looking forward to going. We went last year and it was brilliant. Bumble x
  137. Bumblebum

    1st - 31st July Challenge

    Well done Bevsy!!:D
  138. Bumblebum

    Bumblebums Last Chance Saloon.....revisited!

    Sorry, only slightly CC related..but mum has just rung to say Dad will pay for me and her to go to Buckingham Palace on one of the tours which includes seeing Catherines Dress (I'm a bit of a royalist:o). Am SO excited! We are going on the 3rd Sept and I'm very concious the last trip we did...
  139. Bumblebum

    What's for dinner tonight?

    Legomom - enjoy the buffet! (lucky mare) Med roasted veg pizza here....am soooo looking forward to it....haven't had pizza in ages! (and Bostik, you could have posted me the pizza you couldn't eat at pizza hut!!:D)
  140. Bumblebum

    Bumblebums Last Chance Saloon.....revisited!

    Well.....the wine LEAPT into my trolley...honestly guv!:D BUT I only intend to have two glasses tonight and the remaining glass tomorrow when the step-children are bound to be driving me to distraction!:D So, have gone over today (and the pizza comes in at 780 cals!!:eek:) but know if I'd gone...
  141. Bumblebum

    Tina's diary of hopefull optimism!

    And HOW big are the plates!?:8855:
  142. Bumblebum

    Bumblebums Last Chance Saloon.....revisited!

    Aha! SEE Squeezy....its haute cuisine!! You have to try it now!:D Work very quiet today. Its someones birthday so am busy resisting the cakes and biscuits she's brought in. Saving calories for pizza later :D Unfortunately not pizza hut but one a la sainsbugs! Will get a vegetable one in a vain...
  143. Bumblebum

    Bostik's Finally Doing It :)

    My fingers are also crossed for you for Wednesday. Try not to let it play on your mind over the weekend. And yes, you so deserved that chinese!!! Bumble x
  144. Bumblebum

    the long journey back to pre-baby weight...

    Oh blimey....pringles!! Years ago when I was MUCH younger I used to spend an evening with a good book, a cheap bottle of blonk and a whole tube of pringles! To be honest, I could probably still do that now if I tried!:eek: Yes, I too think you should up your calories when you are poorly. Your...
  145. Bumblebum

    Shazzabir CC Journey to 9st!

    Well done you on that brilliant loss!! I too am going for no wine tonight!!:eek: Have to do shopping after work though so the urge may overcome me and I may venture into the wine aisle! Sounds like you are all ready for your run! Bumble x
  146. Bumblebum

    Tina's diary of hopefull optimism!

    :D Good idea!! I have several pairs of size 16 jeans that I fit in once upon a time. Determined to keep them till I fit in them again!! Legomom - just to echo everyone else, I think you're doing amazing!!!
  147. Bumblebum

    Bumblebums Last Chance Saloon.....revisited!

    :8855:at you lot! You just all made me laugh out loud at work!!!:D
  148. Bumblebum

    Tina's diary of hopefull optimism!

    Sorry to hear about your aquafit. Am off to it myself tonight with some work colleagues. Jimmys world of spices sounds like heaven to me!!!!!! I want to come!:cry: Bumblex
  149. Bumblebum

    Slimmer Me

    I think they tend to lob butter on the veg to make them look a bit more appealing. :(
  150. Bumblebum

    1st - 31st July Challenge

    Sounds a good idea - I'll join in! Going to go for the half stone too Kirsty_baird_26 - 5lbs total : 0lbs down, 5lbs to go! TTfan - 0lbs down, 4lbs to go iwillsoonbeslim - 9lbs total : 0lbs down, 9lbs to go! Peagirl989 - 6lbs total : 0lbs down, 6 to go! LittleSis - 8lbs total : 0lbs down, 8...
  151. Bumblebum

    Bostik's Finally Doing It :)

    Good luck with the blood tests today! x
  152. Bumblebum

    Bumblebums Last Chance Saloon.....revisited!

    Morning all you gravy lovers!!:D Tina - lol at you and your floating peas!! Sazbirl - are you daring me to go to the chip shop!:eek: Naughty!:D Although I don't need much daring, to be quite honest :rolleyes: Will def try the fish and gravy next time (just wanted to say "fish and gravy" one...
  153. Bumblebum

    Shazzabir CC Journey to 9st!

    :D Snap - same here!!
  154. Bumblebum

    Bostik's Finally Doing It :)

    Enjoy your pizza! (I'm jealous!!) Bumble x
  155. Bumblebum

    Bumblebums Last Chance Saloon.....revisited!

    Well, I've been and treated myself. Sort of agreed with myself in my head (if you know what I mean) that I would have a small treat for each half stone. So for my first half stone I've just treated myself to Soap & Glorys "Wish Upon A Jar". Hoping it'll make me look 20 years old...
  156. Bumblebum

    Tina's diary of hopefull optimism!

    Sounds like you're sounding really positive, and thats good as thats the only time I think the whole thing is really possible. I know in the past when I've been really strict with myself I've always come back to earth with a bump (and a few extra pounds). A steady loss is much more likely to...
  157. Bumblebum

    Bumblebums Last Chance Saloon.....revisited!

    But its the best Squeezy! Grated cheese on your spud (no butter...obviously!:rolleyes:) and then gravy on top. Really yummy. And quite good if your potato is a bit overbaked as mine generally are!:D Bumble x
  158. Bumblebum

    Shazzabir CC Journey to 9st!

    Well done on the run - I am so impressed at anyone that can run (on a treadmill or anywhere else). Next time it might be an idea to open a window though lol!!:) Bumble x
  159. Bumblebum

    Bumblebums Last Chance Saloon.....revisited!

    Its the only time I'll let anything soggy near my jacket spud!!:D And its completely lush!
  160. Bumblebum

    Tina's diary of hopefull optimism!

    With you on the bladder control (And I've only had one!!). Hate having to get up in the night (and they do laugh at me at work when I'm constantly off out to the loo!!) Nibbling is fatal. Can't you run up and down the stairs a few times to earn a wedge??:D Bumble x
  161. Bumblebum

    Happyhealthy: Before, after pictures and thoughts as I approach goal :)

    I've said it before, and I'll say it again. You are inspirational. Well done you and ENJOY getting to know the new you!! Bumble x
  162. Bumblebum

    The story of happyhealthy's expedition to maintain!

    I know I've only been around here a short while, but have to say what an inspiration you are HH! Well done on nearly being at goal and congratulations on the job! :happy036: Bumble x P.s That chicken looked bloody lovely!!!
  163. Bumblebum

    Bumblebums Last Chance Saloon.....revisited!

    Not sure on the idea of tomato's and fromage frais:jelous: . You'll have to let us know how it comes out HH. Menu here today: B: Belvita and coffee L: Corned beef and relish sandwich. Banana. D: 2x sausages, cabbage, jacket potato, cheese and gravy (yum yum!!!) Snacks: Frazzles, 2 finger...
  164. Bumblebum

    Slimmer Me

    Hello and welcome! Looking forward to seeing your progress :) Bumble x
  165. Bumblebum

    Bumblebums Last Chance Saloon.....revisited!

    Daft mare!:D I was only walking you know....I don't DO running lol!
  166. Bumblebum

    Bumblebums Last Chance Saloon.....revisited!

    Well, been to the gym. 35 minutes on the treadmill and 15 on the bike and my legs are jellified!:eek: Re-fortifying myself with a cup of coffee and a bag of frazzles!:D Bumble x
  167. Bumblebum

    Bumblebums Last Chance Saloon.....revisited!

    Sounds good to me! Although I'm not a huge fan of tuna warm. Depends on what its with. You'll have to let us know what its like!:D Bumble x
  168. Bumblebum

    Bumblebums Last Chance Saloon.....revisited!

    Hay fever slightly better today thanks to a bit more of an overcast day. Swimming yesterday with munchkin helped too...drowned the bloody pollen!:D Munchkin off on a school trip today so I have loads of time to spend at the gym :) Means I can build up loads of calories for a nice tea tonight...
  169. Bumblebum

    the long journey back to pre-baby weight...

    Hope you are feeling a bit brighter today! Gym sounds similar to one near me (energise or sommat like that). Its a good deal. Don't blame you for joining! Bumble x
  170. Bumblebum

    Bostik's Finally Doing It :)

    Try not to worry Bostik. Wait and see what happens. At least you are taking positive steps to reducing your weight which can only be good. And well done for not thinking "sod it" the other night. I've had moments like that quite a lot in the past and always succumbed. :o Bumble x
  171. Bumblebum

    Bumblebums Last Chance Saloon.....revisited!

    Oh and meant to say, revived my MFP account and have decided to try and use that for a while instead of writing it all down in a pad. Have added a few people as friends - hope you don't mind!!:D
  172. Bumblebum

    Bumblebums Last Chance Saloon.....revisited!

    Dying here today of hay fever. Actually glad to get to work into my air conditioned office as it tends to ease it a bit. may take munchkin swimming later too to try and keep it at bay!:D Well...menu today: B: Belvita and coffee L: Corned beef and red onion relish sandwich, banana D: Chicken...
  173. Bumblebum

    Shazzabir CC Journey to 9st!

    It sounds like you had a lovely day so I wouldn't worry too much about what you ate in the evening. Sometimes its nice to forget dieting for a few hours, enjoy yourself, and then get back on track afterwards.:) Bumble x
  174. Bumblebum

    the long journey back to pre-baby weight...

    Hope you are feeling better soon! I would try the soup if your throat is poorly even if the weather does seem too hot for it. Get well soon! Bumble xx
  175. Bumblebum

    Bumblebums Last Chance Saloon.....revisited!

    Shazzabir - I read your diary last night - it sounds like you had a fab day so I wouldn't beat yourself up over it!! :) Legomom - oh yes...cheese too!! Wierd cos when I lost loads of weight before, 1200 seemed no problem. I'm finding it really hard at the moment though. Figure I can reduce it...
  176. Bumblebum

    Bumblebums Last Chance Saloon.....revisited!

    Well its been a totally fab day here! Weather was beautiful so we got munchkins big paddling pool out and let him play all day. At one point even I was in it! (and no, the water didn't all jump out!:D). We all had a really good time AND I resisted the 3pm bells which were telling me to go and...
  177. Bumblebum

    the long journey back to pre-baby weight...

    Oh and there was me resisting the lure of the wine bottle :D. Glorious weather like today just makes me want to linger in the garden with a lovely chilled glass of pinot.
  178. Bumblebum

    Can I join in here?

    Hello, and welcome to CC'ing! I've tried most diets myself too, but find calorie counting the least restrictive. Good luck!
  179. Bumblebum

    Lindsey's I quit sugar diary

    If you can't remember most of it then it must have been a good night!!!:D Bumble xx
  180. Bumblebum

    Lindsey's I quit sugar diary

    Oh dear lol!!!:D I swear Maccy D's have some secret hangover cure they put in thier food as I always fancy one when I'm hungover:) Mmmm....full fat coke.....I think I may actually hate you!:D My green tea doesn't look quite as appealing now!!:D
  181. Bumblebum

    Lindsey's I quit sugar diary

    Morning! Hope the heads not too bad!:D
  182. Bumblebum

    the long journey back to pre-baby weight...

    The bike trailer sounds fab! I always wanted one for munchkin when he was little but never got round to getting one. As Bostik says, you're exercise cals should leap up now!:) Bumble x
  183. Bumblebum

    Bumblebums Last Chance Saloon.....revisited!

    No problem Shazzabir, glad to give you a giggle!:D Dreading those security passes coming through!!! Bumble x
  184. Bumblebum

    Bumblebums Last Chance Saloon.....revisited!

    Forgot to put todays menu! B: Ritz and low fat cream cheese L: Cream of tomato soup, sun dried tomato bread, tiny bit of rocky road D: Chicken Biryani and naan bread Drinks: 1.5 litres squash, few coffees Exercise: 30 mins swimming Bumble x
  185. Bumblebum

    Bumblebums Last Chance Saloon.....revisited!

    Oooh it bleeped me!!!!:D
  186. Bumblebum

    Bumblebums Last Chance Saloon.....revisited!

    Lifes a ***** sometimes. Mind you, LOVE weighing myself after a night out on the town...dehydration from alcohol makes me lose about 3lbs!!!!:D
  187. Bumblebum

    the long journey back to pre-baby weight...

    Well done on the loss!! Anything in a downwards direction is good in my book!:D Your cousin sounds an absolute arse. Lets hope you don't bump in to him for a very long time. Bumble x
  188. Bumblebum

    Lindsey's I quit sugar diary

    Obviously something that makes the vodka obtaining flashing easy!!:D
  189. Bumblebum

    Lindsey's I quit sugar diary

    Have a fab night girl! Bumble xx
  190. Bumblebum

    Bumblebums Last Chance Saloon.....revisited!

    Bah humbug - STS this week :sigh:. I know I've gone over on calories a couple of times though, and I did have chinese a couple of days ago so not letting me get me down! Zipped out for a 30 minute swim just before tea - just enough to earn me some calories for half a Naan bread to go with my...
  191. Bumblebum

    Bumblebums Last Chance Saloon.....revisited!

    Depends on how long a flash and how big the boobs!:p
  192. Bumblebum

    Bumblebums Last Chance Saloon.....revisited!

    Happyhealthy - your cheese on toast sounded lush....not!!:D Going to have to be good for the rest of the day - one of our drivers brought in some traditional brazilian food for us to try....all deep fried and full of cheese!!!:eek: Picked at a few bits, scared of the calorie content!! Pay...
  193. Bumblebum

    Lindsey's I quit sugar diary

    5 stone gone - thats amazing, well done you!!!:) Hope you have a good day. Bumble x
  194. Bumblebum

    My weight loss is equal to...

    I've lost an ostrich egg and a human brain!!:D Great idea this....puts things in perspective so when you think "oh its only a pound" you just have to picture the size of a guinea pig and it makes you feel much better!:)
  195. Bumblebum

    Bumblebums Last Chance Saloon.....revisited!

    Mine was ok but cheese so mild I couldn't taste it...what a waste of calories lol! Mights as just as well of had a pickle sandwich!!:D
  196. Bumblebum

    Bumblebums Last Chance Saloon.....revisited!

    Gym workout done....setting the machines so I work it out by calories now.So: Rowing machine 50 cals Treadmill 150 cals Bike 100 cals Bumble x
  197. Bumblebum

    Bumblebums Last Chance Saloon.....revisited!

    Back to normal Bumble today, thank god. Planning a gym trip later to counteract the chinese I intend to have later:rolleyes:. I do love my chinese but, like a lot of others on here, I do find I retain water for a couple of days afterwards. So won't be holding out much hope for weigh-in...
  198. Bumblebum

    Bumblebums Last Chance Saloon.....revisited!

    Ahhh..someone loves me!!:D Much livelier this morning. Luckily it had eased off last night in time for the Apprentice!
  199. Bumblebum

    Bumblebums Last Chance Saloon.....revisited!

    You two! Your sympathy is overwhelming!:D Heads feeling better (like anyone cares:cry::D) Bumble xx
  200. Bumblebum

    Bumblebums Last Chance Saloon.....revisited!

    Legomom, you are so right....head had eased off but is pounding again now lol!! Munchkin had a lovely time though :) Bumble xx
  201. Bumblebum

    Are mushrooms really only 13g per 100g raw?

    Yep, its true! I love mushrooms too and they tend to get bunged in with everything I do. A real good, filling low cal option.:)
  202. Bumblebum

    Lindsey's I quit sugar diary

    Glad trial is over for you! Bumble xx
  203. Bumblebum

    Bumblebums Last Chance Saloon.....revisited!

    Well, home poorly from work today. Awful headache first thing so decided a morning in bed was called for:zz:. Still feeling bit dodgy but lots better than I was! So not eaten anything yet. Contemplating some toast and marmite shortly. Got to take Munchkin to a play-date at his little friends...
  204. Bumblebum

    Bumblebums Last Chance Saloon.....revisited!

    You can laugh...won't be laughing when I'm a new style icon!:D
  205. Bumblebum

    Bumblebums Last Chance Saloon.....revisited!

    Oh still laughing!!!!:D:rolleyes:
  206. Bumblebum

    Bumblebums Last Chance Saloon.....revisited!

    Yeah yeah, you're all SO funny!!!:rolleyes:
  207. Bumblebum

    Were/are your losses consistent?

    About 5 years ago I lost 4 and a half stone calorie counting. I did it from about end Jan to start of Oct and in that time lost most weeks. I've dabbled in others but CC'ing is the only one I think really works and brings consistent, long term, losses.:) Bumble x
  208. Bumblebum

    Exercise for Eating Out

    Interesting idea Fattack, never thought of it like that. I guess it comes down to what works for individuals. I know I can do it over a seven day period and come out ok the other end. My Mum, on the other hand, has to do it day by day. Perhaps age and metabolism is involved? Either way, I think...
  209. Bumblebum

    the long journey back to pre-baby weight...

    Welcome! Don't worry, I'm still blaming it on baby weight and my "little" one is 5 years old and four foot tall!!:D You know, I think I'm going to have to give Vodka a go....I'm usually a wine person but lot less calories in vodka (depending on how big a one you pour though!;)) Bumble xx
  210. Bumblebum

    Bumblebums Last Chance Saloon.....revisited!

    Always glad to help....and if I have to suffer, then so do you!:p;) Bumble xx
  211. Bumblebum

    Bumblebums Last Chance Saloon.....revisited!

    Just got back from gym. Did half hour on the bike, 5 mins on rowing machine (arms were killing!) and 15 minutes on the treadmill:) Bumble x
  212. Bumblebum

    Bumblebums Last Chance Saloon.....revisited!

    Think its going to be one of those days!! Was halfway through drying hair this morning when we had a power cut! So had to drop munchkin off at school with my hair half dryed (not a good look lol!) and having had no morning coffee!:eek: Got to work and shoved my head under the hand -dryer in the...
  213. Bumblebum

    Lindsey's I quit sugar diary

    My fingers are crossed too for you - hope it ends today! What a fab idea rewarding yourself with pandora beads each time you lose a stone. Think I'm going to have to do something along those lines to keep me going after a while. Mmmm....pizza.....really fancy one now. Bumble x
  214. Bumblebum

    Exercise for Eating Out

    I tend to work my calories out over a seven day period (my week runs saturday to friday) so I sometimes save my exercise calories for another day.
  215. Bumblebum

    Bumblebums Last Chance Saloon.....revisited!

    Monday - bleugh! I do NOT feel like being at work today. OH and munchkin are home (teacher training day so OH booked day off to look after him) and I don't like being at work when everyone else is at home! Plus it means I won't get to the gym today:( (god, look at me getting annoyed cos I can't...
  216. Bumblebum

    Bumblebums Last Chance Saloon.....revisited!

    Yeah well...I'm not saying I didn't WANT the cider or the chips lol!!
  217. Bumblebum

    The story of happyhealthy's expedition to maintain!

    All hail the tuna salad!!!!:D Now THAT is a breakthrough! Well done you! After a skinful (albeit a lower calorie one the last few weeks), I've still wanted either a kebab or toast with jam!
  218. Bumblebum

    Does calorie counting work??

    The first diet I ever did, many many years ago (about 20 years eeek!!), was the Cambridge Diet. It worked and I lost loads but the minute I went back to normal eating I put it back on again (and more) I think the best thing with calorie counting is is re-educates you a bit. You automatically...
  219. Bumblebum

    Graze

    i used to have these quite regularly but now just once in a while as I found punnets of seeds building up in my cupboard lol! Faves are the foccacias, the mixes,and the nuts (had cinnamon ones lately and they were lush!)
  220. Bumblebum

    Lindsey's I quit sugar diary

    Lol at you leaving messages on your OH's desktop! My OH proposed very romantically on one knee at night on Bournemouth beach. Would have been lovely if he hadn't knelt on someones old crisp packet lol! All turned out well in the end (I think - he's currently snoring like hell on the...
  221. Bumblebum

    Bumblebums Last Chance Saloon.....revisited!

    Thanks guys!:D Loving the celebration dance Happyhealthy!:D Amazed myself today. Every Fathers day my Mums little town has a festival. Its loads of stalls, family games etc. And LOTS of food stalls. I just had a hog roast roll and was happy with that. Other years I would have been having...
  222. Bumblebum

    Lindsey's I quit sugar diary

    Yay!!! Just knew you would have done!!
  223. Bumblebum

    Bumblebums Last Chance Saloon.....revisited!

    Am sure you've lost this week Lindsey. Go and have a peek :) Bumble xx
  224. Bumblebum

    Bumblebums Last Chance Saloon.....revisited!

    Can't think what you mean legomom!;):D Weigh in day - lost 2 pounds! yay! That takes me to my first half a stone. Most chuffed! Bumble x
  225. Bumblebum

    Bumblebums Last Chance Saloon.....revisited!

    Wine was lovely...steak was lovely...and all within cals for the week!:D Not holding much hope out for weigh in tomorrow cos of this but figure it will shake out over a few weeks?? Lindsey....:p...ha ha !! Bumble x
  226. Bumblebum

    Bumblebums Last Chance Saloon.....revisited!

    Thanks Squeezy! Hubby just gone to take munchkin to his Grannys, wine is chilling and food is prepped. I'm a happy bunny :D
  227. Bumblebum

    Bumblebums Last Chance Saloon.....revisited!

    Friday Friday!!! Been working hard all work to build up some calories for tonight. Munchkin is staying the night at his Granny and Grampys so OH and I are treating ourselves to steak for dinner with a bottle of wine :D Not going to go too mad though as its weigh-in day tomorrow. So...todays...
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    Bumblebums Last Chance Saloon.....revisited!

    Go to the gym missus!!!!! Oxford to Swindon may be a bit of a commute to gym methinks ;):D When I first came on Minimins you were the one that was doing all the gym'ing...you can do it again! Bumble x
  229. Bumblebum

    Bumblebums Last Chance Saloon.....revisited!

    Hi there happyhealthy! I'm on about 1500 a day. I tend to have quite a big dinner though so have less during the day. I also like to save some towards the weekend. Bumble x
  230. Bumblebum

    Bumblebums Last Chance Saloon.....revisited!

    Am off to the gym again today. I finish work at 1pm and don't have to pick munchkin up from school till 3pm of a day so that gives me an hour and a bit in the gym of a day. Hopefully should boost my losses a bit. :D Bostik - just wanted to say I love the idea of the goals in your signature...
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    Newbie Alert

    Hello and welcome! Well done on the fantastic loss in the first week!:) Bumble x
  232. Bumblebum

    Diary of a chocoholic

    Welcome and good luck!
  233. Bumblebum

    Bumblebums Last Chance Saloon.....revisited!

    Hello all! Just got back from the gym - I'm loving it!!:D I used to go to one regularly about 12 years ago and remember enjoying it then. So why its taken me so long to rejoin I don't know!:rolleyes: Did 40 mins today on bike, rower and treadmill. Picking up munchkin from school shortly and...
  234. Bumblebum

    Bumblebums Last Chance Saloon.....revisited!

    Thanks guys! Well I did it! Why do they have to have fit young men show you round though :confused: I felt like a right lardy!:eek: Did 15 mins on bike and 15 on treadmill and then collapsed in a sweaty heap!:D Proud of myself though - and looking forward to going again tomorrow!! Bumble x
  235. Bumblebum

    Newbie here!!

    Welcome Wee-burns! This is a great forum. Good luck with the cc'ing! Bumblebum x
  236. Bumblebum

    Bumblebums Last Chance Saloon.....revisited!

    Eeek! Gym induction day!!!:argh: Haven't been to a gym in about 12 years! Actually, I'm looking forward to it - know I'll be fine once I get there. Am intent on doing stuff - even if its out of my comfort zone. Not sure on todays menu yet as have no idea whats in the freezer. Will update...
  237. Bumblebum

    Crystal's cc-ing journey

    Welcome and good luck!!:)
  238. Bumblebum

    Bumblebums Last Chance Saloon.....revisited!

    Monday - bleugh! Feel very tired today. Think two lots of swimming yesterday took it out of me lol!!:D Day off of swimming etc today. But do have to tidy and clean the house so that should burn a few cals.:) Menu today: B: Belvita (am I the only person in the world that chokes to death on...
  239. Bumblebum

    Bumblebums Last Chance Saloon.....revisited!

    Thanks guys :) I'm chuffed!
  240. Bumblebum

    Bumblebums Last Chance Saloon.....revisited!

    Oh my god....forgot to say...I lost 5lbs this week!!!!:D
  241. Bumblebum

    Bumblebums Last Chance Saloon.....revisited!

    Thanks Squeezy :) Yep, am really going for it. Don't think you'll see me on Dancing on Ice anytime soon...my balance is terrible:rolleyes:
  242. Bumblebum

    Bumblebums Last Chance Saloon.....revisited!

    Didn't manage t get on here yesterday as busy day and kids hogging the pooter!:rolleyes: Well I went and did it yesterday - signed up for the local leisure pass. So can now go swimming, gym'ing and ice skating etc whenever I want!:) Took the munchkin swimming yesterday afternoon and went lanes...
  243. Bumblebum

    Bumblebums Last Chance Saloon.....revisited!

    Hi Squeezyweezy Oh, your weekends sound rather a lot like mine!:o I'm going to try and do this weekend without any wine at all and see how I do. Am hoping that if I get and do a bit of exercise I shouldn't have to worry too much about what I eat. Well, thats the theory anyway!:D Good luck...
  244. Bumblebum

    Lindsey's I quit sugar diary

    Don't let those scales get you down. I know if I've had chinese it takes me several days to level out again. Just keep going! P.s and stay away from Maccy D's! (mind you, I could murder a 1/4 pounder and cheese...even now, and its 6.30am!!!) Bumble x
  245. Bumblebum

    Bumblebums Last Chance Saloon.....revisited!

    Friday Friday!!:D Well, Aquafit was great fun. :D Haven't laughed so much in ages. Am sure I'll be more sensible next week:p Going to sign up soon for a card from our local council where you can use all the facilities. Might encourage me to do this sort of thing more often! Its the weekend...
  246. Bumblebum

    Bumblebums Last Chance Saloon.....revisited!

    Late on here today - busy day. Am off to Aquarobics shortly:wave_cry:. I may die...... Last night not too bad at all on the pizza front. Was quite restrained and also resisted the urge to snaffle the garlic bread!:D So, todays menu looks a bit like this B: Coffee and Graze punnet (88) L...
  247. Bumblebum

    Bumblebums Last Chance Saloon.....revisited!

    Wednesday...and its going to be a struggle tonight as Mum and Dad are coming and we are making our own pizzas!:rolleyes: Got loads of veggies ready to go on top though so will try and be a bit easy on the cheese!:D So, todays menu: B: Graze punnet and coffee L: Cucumber sandwiches and mini...
  248. Bumblebum

    Bumblebums Last Chance Saloon.....revisited!

    Thanks Lindsey, yes seem to be grasping it all again. :) I KNOW I can do it (done it before), just need a bit more willpower this time!:rolleyes: Bumble x
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