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  1. vixmania41999

    Capricorns -time to return and shed this wobble "again"

    Hey Cap!! I haven't been on here since you had Charlie really. this is the first time since i said congrats to you 9 months ago (how fast has that gone?), decided to look you up as noticed your old diary hadn't been updated since I last logged on and so pleased to find you've started a new...
  2. vixmania41999

    New year, new me....and a new diary!!

    Hey ladies, sorry i've not been back for a while, my phone wouldn't let me on here for some reason, typical just when i needed it. I have had a pretty bad week, all my meals have been fine but its totm and i've had so much chocolate i'm surprised i don't look like it. my sister has been in...
  3. vixmania41999

    New year, new me....and a new diary!!

    What a horrible wet day, been to Woody Bay station, a local steam railway this morning with my daughter and her pre-school which was nice apart from the cold and rain, just catching up on here before I go and pick her up from her afternoon session. I'm not going to my WI tonight as I can't...
  4. vixmania41999

    Six months to sexy for Summer!!

    1.5 off to me last thursday, I just forgot to post it here as only been checking on my phone :) Aesir 47lbs ( 5.5lbs lost~ 41.5lbs to go) Ali* 14lbs (11lbs lost - 3lbs to go) All About the climb 35lbs (13lbs lost-22 to go) Alwyn 29lbs (0lbs lost - 29lbs to go) Babygirl1987 (0lbs lost - 40lbs...
  5. vixmania41999

    New year, new me....and a new diary!!

    Well yesterday went out of the window a little bit, I ended up having 2 of hubbys choccy biccies with a cuppa on top of my syns, I was really craving chocolate all day and have no low syn options so I cracked and had two, I did go for a 3rd but I stopped myself, thankfully. So total Syns...
  6. vixmania41999

    New year, new me....and a new diary!!

    Well i've had a nice weekend despite the yucky weather and lack of funds. we all just baked and did arty things and watched films, my daughter is only 2 and a half though so won't sit still long enough to watch a whole film though lol. we had a beaut sw roast for tea cooked by moi and it was my...
  7. vixmania41999

    New year, new me....and a new diary!!

    EUGH, WHAT A HORRIBLE, MISERABLE WET DAY (sorry about caps). Been stuck in for days now and we're all going a little crazy lol. Stayed on track though even yesterday when my daughter wanted to do some baking, we made fairy cakes. i did have 3 at about 4 syns each but they were amaze and it was...
  8. vixmania41999

    New year, new me....and a new diary!!

    Almost forgot to say, I made the Speedy Prawn Curry from the May/June mag tonight, it was really yummy and even the hubby liked it and he's well fussy. I made a few tiny adjustments like used frozed cooked king prawns (defrosted) instead of the frozen raw tiger prawns as they were cheaper...
  9. vixmania41999

    New year, new me....and a new diary!!

    Thanks hun. I've got a feeling we go to the same group then cos we have eggs too, i go to gaynor's 5.30 thursday group at the grosvenor. We always get our fuel from tesco in barney, the petrol station here is extortionate it should be illegal lol the worsre bit is hubby works in barnstaple so we...
  10. vixmania41999

    New year, new me....and a new diary!!

    I've lost another 1 1/2 lbs this week which i'm happy with, not had as much superfree as i should have or any other food for that matter as not had any money to buy any, will be the same this week too so fingers crossed i can manage to get another loss. We are really struggling with money atm as...
  11. vixmania41999

    Six months to sexy for Summer!!

    Meant to say before i posted, 1lb off this week lol
  12. vixmania41999

    Six months to sexy for Summer!!

    Acc 35lbs (3lbs lost - 32lbs to go) Aesir 47lbs ( 5.5lbs lost~ 41.5lbs to go) Ali* 14lbs (11lbs lost - 3lbs to go) All About the climb 35lbs (13lbs lost-22 to go) Alwyn 29lbs (0lbs lost - 29lbs to go) Babygirl1987 (0lbs lost - 40lbs to go) Beki 40.5lb (5lb lost ~ 35.5lb to go) Beautiful.XTC...
  13. vixmania41999

    New year, new me....and a new diary!!

    another 1lb off for me again this week, less than i hoped but its still a loss i guess. not sure how i'm going to do this week as we're are skint and i could only do a tiny shop this week, so didn't get as much fresh fruit and veg as normal. its funny how much things change, 3 years ago before...
  14. vixmania41999

    QUEEN SIZE TO PRINCESS

    Hi Debbie I'm sure you are doing it right, I was convinced I was doing ti wrong on my first week as it felt like a was eating lots but I managed to lose 7 1/2 lbs in a week, it did seem a bit complicated to me at first but if you are following extra easy like me, as long as you are having your...
  15. vixmania41999

    New year, new me....and a new diary!!

    Thanks hun!! Aww, they do say it gets harder the closer you get to target, you look great and must feel amazing, just keep at it, I'm sure you will get there! You've done so well and even if its not coming off as you would like, at least its not all going back on and thats the main thing :) Hope...
  16. vixmania41999

    Journey to a size 12!!!

    OMG hun, just turned the laptop on, my phone wouldn't show me pics earlier and you look amazing!! You must be so much happier in yourself? I can't wait until I'm that close to my target, although if I carry on at the rate I have been that will probably be another year off at least lol. Glad you...
  17. vixmania41999

    Baby Charlie has arrived so lets get on with shedding the rest of this wobble!!!

    Huge congratulations to you both, I hope you are all doing well. Vix xxxxxx
  18. vixmania41999

    Stay at home mums

    Hi Julie......welcome to the group. Its been very quiet here lately. I'm guilty of being MIA for a while, we've had a manic few months moving from Leicester to North Devon so had a lot to deal with, I'm back and raring to go again and 2lbs off my pre-holiday weight from last september lol...
  19. vixmania41999

    QUEEN SIZE TO PRINCESS

    Hi ladies.......I'm back....Again lol. I bet you thought you'd got rid of me didn't you? I can't believe how well you are all doing, its fantastic! I hope you all had a good easter. I've been MIA for a while again, we re-located from Leicester to North Devon at the end of Jan and due to...
  20. vixmania41999

    Six months to sexy for Summer!!

    I've been MIA for a while with re-locating from Leicester to North Devon but back at a new group now and back on track, 1lb lost for me this week. Acc 35lbs (3lbs lost - 32lbs to go) Aesir 47lbs ( 5.5lbs lost~ 41.5lbs to go) Ali* 14lbs (11lbs lost - 3lbs to go) All About the climb 35lbs (13lbs...
  21. vixmania41999

    New year, new me....and a new diary!!

    Had my weigh in tonight and I lost another 1lb its not as much as I'd hoped for but its still a loss. I'm aiming for 2lbs a week between now and when I go back to Leicester in May for a few days. I'd love to be under 14 stone by the time I go, anywhere close and I'll be happy. I'm now 2lbs off...
  22. vixmania41999

    New year, new me....and a new diary!!

    hi ladies. sorry not replied sooner, been a bit manic since we moved and still not got internet access so trying to use my phone but connection is SSLLOW lol. Hi zoe, i'm in Lynton, where abouts are you? Hey bubbles, i know its been ages, how are you getting on? I'll have a look at your...
  23. vixmania41999

    New year, new me....and a new diary!!

    Haha so much for being in control of my food. Went to a friends for dinner tonight and she's had a manic day so just did us all pizza :s couldn't be rude and not eat it and I was starving. Seeing another friend and her little ones in the morning at the Wacky Warehouse so will have to do lots of...
  24. vixmania41999

    Six months to sexy for Summer!!

    Woo 1lb off for me this week, not much but its a start :) Acc 35lbs (0lbs lost - 35lbs to go) Aesir 47lbs ( 0.5 gained ~ 43.5lbs to go) Ali* 14lbs (4.25lbs lost - 9.75lbs to go) Alwyn 29lbs (0lbs lost - 29lbs to go) Babygirl1987 (0lbs lost - 40lbs to go) Beki 40.5lb (0.5lb GAINED ~ 41lb to...
  25. vixmania41999

    New year, new me....and a new diary!!

    Ahhh i feel so empowered today, i feel great knowing i am finally fully in control of my eating again and things are getting sorted for the big move. Arranged to see most of my friends to say goodbye, got the van booked and extra pairs of hands to help out sorted. still got to pack everything...
  26. vixmania41999

    New year, new me....and a new diary!!

    Woohoo 1lb off. My first loss of 2012. I'm going to sort out my meal plan for this week shortly including a new recipie. need to start cooking different things again. Bring on the next week, i'd love to get slimmer of the week for my last WI at this group!
  27. vixmania41999

    New year, new me....and a new diary!!

    Got WI today. had another good day yesterday. stayed within syns and had lots of superfree and went zumba last night. fingers crossed for later but i'm still not very confident, feel like i've gained!! :s wish me luck.......will update later xx
  28. vixmania41999

    New year, new me....and a new diary!!

    Well yesterday was a bit of a nightmare food wise. i was at MILs for lunch and dinner and had no control over the food so not sure on the syns but i know i defo went over, tried to pick out the better bits without being rude lol. today i'm mega proud of myself though, had a carvery this...
  29. vixmania41999

    Six months to sexy for Summer!!

    I'm joining a bit late. Setting 40lbs, will be about a stone away from target then. Acc 35lbs (0lbs lost - 35lbs to go) Aesir 47lbs (4lbs lost ~ 43lbs to go) Ali* 14lbs (4.25lbs lost - 9.75lbs to go) Babygirl1987 (0lbs lost - 40lbs to go) Beki 40.5lb (0.5lb GAINED ~ 41lb to go) blossom 28lb(0...
  30. vixmania41999

    New year, new me....and a new diary!!

    Hey everyone!!!! I hope you all had a fab xmas and new year. I've been MIA on here for a while and if I'm completely honest my head hasn't been in SW mode for a few months, well since my holiday in September really. I've been going to group and was doing okish until december but had a few...
  31. vixmania41999

    QUEEN SIZE TO PRINCESS

    Well i lost 1.5lbs tonight and i won the groups miss slinky, i'm over the moon!!!
  32. vixmania41999

    QUEEN SIZE TO PRINCESS

    Well done on the new shiney ilovecake thats amazing!! Wow spanx those measurement losses are fantastic you must be so pleased? Sweet pink, hope the scales get moving for you you've done so well and have proved the plan has completly changed the way you think about food for life. got my wi...
  33. vixmania41999

    NSVs - Non Scale Victories

    Fab nsv's everyone! Defo agree that clothes sizes aren't accurate these days, i've got clothes in my wardrobe that all fit frim size 12 to 22! I'd say i was actually an 18 now
  34. vixmania41999

    My new diary, operation get back on track!

    Thanks hun. i've been good and stayed on track and just had a freddo tonight. Me and hubby have cleared the air for now, we're just finding it harder than we thought we would living at my parents its not my parents its just not having our own space. plus skyes (dd) is playing up a lot more, i...
  35. vixmania41999

    My new diary, operation get back on track!

    Hi chipmunk. i've been doing sw for about 15 months abd did ww for 6 weeks before that. i probably would have lost a lot nore by now but i've not stuck to plan 100%. It defo works, even with takeaways especially if you make the right choices. Thanks for your nice words and good luck with the...
  36. vixmania41999

    My new diary, operation get back on track!

    Hi pat, hope you're getting on better now. i hate the stupid junk food/ comfort eat cycle. just need to reprogramme myself to not even go there lol. Had a better week do far but now i'm full of cold. Going to fill up on lots of fruit and veg and i might even make a syn free tomato soup. Also...
  37. vixmania41999

    My new diary, operation get back on track!

    Not a happy bunny tonight. Had my WI tonight and i've gained 1.5 lbs. i'm not surprised just mega mad at myself for being so weak!! I am really motivated to do well this week though, would love to get 3lbs off by next tuesday. my plan off attack is to stick to plan, walk for at least 30 mins...
  38. vixmania41999

    My new diary, operation get back on track!

    Hi all I'm starting a new diary o try and get my motivation back. I went on holiday in September then had a wedding down in devon in october and spent the week there for my DDs 2nd birthday and I just can't seem to get my head back in it. I'm only a lb heavier then what I was before my...
  39. vixmania41999

    QUEEN SIZE TO PRINCESS

    Lol K.T i've been AWOL too do you're not alone!! Hello lovely princesses, great to see you're all still doing so well, me on the other hand, well ever since my holiday in september i've struggled to get back on track, i've had a few gains but losses aswell so i'm only 1lb heavier than before...
  40. vixmania41999

    Baby Charlie has arrived so lets get on with shedding the rest of this wobble!!!

    wow capricorn, congratulations!! i'm so so happy for you! i haven't been on here for ages for various reasons including moving myself hense the late congrats. hope being back in the uk isn't too bad and hope the house is coming along. Congrats again xxx
  41. vixmania41999

    QUEEN SIZE TO PRINCESS

    OMG why did i get on the scales on holiday!! I just thought oh I don't think I've been that bad I wonder what they'll say, I got on twice, first time said i've put on 5lbs second time said put on 6. OMFG its not even been a week yet. Maybe its cos stupid AF still isn't here as I've hardly eaten...
  42. vixmania41999

    QUEEN SIZE TO PRINCESS

    Hi Ladies, Its just a quick update from me. I'm on MILs laptop in france so not able to catch up with all the posts since my last post but I will read through properly when I get home next week, hope everyone is doing ok though! I lost 2.5lbs at WI on tuesday before me, mum and DD flew out...
  43. vixmania41999

    Somebody please stop me!!!!!!!!!!

    We don't usually have it in the house, hubby bought it from one of his random trips to tesco. I'm not usually bothered about it, just tonight. I'm gunna tell hubby to finish it whilst me and my daughter are on holiday next week so its not here when I get back lol.
  44. vixmania41999

    Somebody please stop me!!!!!!!!!!

    Thanks bubblez I agree it probably wouldn't be enough to satisfy the cravings and its not worth the syns. My daughter isn't going to be happy with me in the morning though, I've just finished off the strawberries and they're her favourite. Oops.
  45. vixmania41999

    Somebody please stop me!!!!!!!!!!

    Thanks ladies, i'm still resisting :D
  46. vixmania41999

    Somebody please stop me!!!!!!!!!!

    I don't know either re syns, I usually aviod it as i assumed its high syns but hubby has it in. I used to hate it until I was pregnant then its the only thing I really craved apart from icecream and full fat coke (proper healthy cravings....not). Hope star week being late and craving peanut...
  47. vixmania41999

    Somebody please stop me!!!!!!!!!!

    lol thanks jo, I do that too usually but I'm updating my mums CV at the min for a job she wants to apply for tomorrow. Hopefully won't take me much longer. I do have some shape zero in the fridge, might have 1 instead, thannks hun x
  48. vixmania41999

    QUEEN SIZE TO PRINCESS

    Good luck for your WI tomorrow Ilovecake xx
  49. vixmania41999

    QUEEN SIZE TO PRINCESS

    Welcome to the newbies, Jodi and Anna! I'm sure you've find this group a great support on your journey and feel very welcome here. Well done on your loss again Surreygal! :D Well, my stupid * week still hasn't arrived and its sending my cravings crazy, I've resisted so far but I've not...
  50. vixmania41999

    Somebody please stop me!!!!!!!!!!

    Argh my star week was due last week and its still not arrived and its sending my cravings haywire. I've resisted so far and been really good but today I've not eaten much as felt bloated all day but now I'm hungry and even though I've got lots of fruit in the fridge, all I fancy is peanut butter...
  51. vixmania41999

    NSVs - Non Scale Victories

    I'm finally in a size 18 again :D. I tried on 3 pairs in next yesterday and 2 of them fit (1 pair wouldn't even go over my thighs) then today I went through my barely worn clothes I grew our of and left at my mums and I fit in another 5 pairs of size 18 jeans in that lot so I feel like I've got...
  52. vixmania41999

    QUEEN SIZE TO PRINCESS

    Well done lucia, sweet and surreygal on your fab losses. Everyone seems really motivated atm! Keep up the good work! How has everyones weekend been? Mine has been pretty fab, I was asked to be bridesmaid a few weeks ago for my best friend who has booked her wedding in cyprus for october next...
  53. vixmania41999

    Stay at home mums

    Hi Jenny! Course you can join, everyone is welcome :D Well done on your loss so far, 2 stone in 3 months is fab! Good luck on the rest of your journey, keep us posted on how you're going and we can keep each other motivated (and away from the kids treats hehe) How is everyone else doing...
  54. vixmania41999

    QUEEN SIZE TO PRINCESS

    Had my WI tonight and I got my 2lbs :D :D so I've lost 5 stone 1.5 lbs in total (4st 1.5lbs with SW) I'm so happy especially as * week should be here any day, I was convinced I'd not lost anything even though I've been 100% on plan. Would love at least another 2lbs next week. I hope the...
  55. vixmania41999

    Vikki's Lipsy Dress Journey

    Woohoo!!! Another 2lbs off! Got my 4 stone award too :D Had a fab weekend, had a lovely massage on saturday at a new salon where I'm having my flabelos sessions, My neck and shoulders have been quite sore since starting at they gym so hubby treated me to it as a late birthday present as I...
  56. vixmania41999

    QUEEN SIZE TO PRINCESS

    hey spanx, i took my measurements when i started using it just over a week ago and will take them again next week and let you know. You can defo feel something working though and my clothes are feeling looser already! Xx
  57. vixmania41999

    QUEEN SIZE TO PRINCESS

    Hi ladies. I'm back, I've not been on this thread in ages, sorry I've neglected you all, my laptop at home is rubbish and my phone isn't much better!!! So good to see you are all doing so well! I had my birthday and holiday at the beginning of aug and only gained 1.5 lbs so I was pretty pleased...
  58. vixmania41999

    Vikki's Lipsy Dress Journey

    i'm having a really good week food wise so far. Every time i'm tempted to go off plan i just think to myself what do i want more, this food or 2lbs and i opt for the 2lbs! My exercise hasn't been as good though, i've still been running round after 3 toddlers all week and its so tiring, i have...
  59. vixmania41999

    NSVs - Non Scale Victories

    wow some great nsvs! I have a couple. My belt that only just fit me on the first hole is now too big on the last hole, need to make a new hole! I can really feel my collar bones and my ribs. My ribs are still under a few layers of wobble but i can feel they're there. My cousin who hasn't seen me...
  60. vixmania41999

    From 14 stone to 13 stone

    I'm finally into the 14 stone bracket after about 16 weeks of faffing in the 15s. I'm also hoping to be down to 14 stone exactly by 8th october for a family wedding, only just over 5 weeks to go. Eeek. I'm much more motivated again now after a few months of just playing at it and not losing...
  61. vixmania41999

    15 stone to 14 stone support

    I'm finally out of here after my 2lbs loss last night, no offence intended. I think I've been in the 15 stone bracket for about 16 weeks so I'm more than a little pleased to see 14 finally on the scales. Hope I never see that 15 again and really hope I'm in the 14s for a lot less than I was the...
  62. vixmania41999

    Vikki's Lipsy Dress Journey

    Woop woop!! I lost 2lbs last night and finally got into the 14st braket, only half a lb off 5 stone now (4 stone with SW) so chuffed! I've done more running on the treadmill over the weekend and I can feel my fitness levels increasing already and I've got a 4 week flabelos package my friend...
  63. vixmania41999

    Vikki's Lipsy Dress Journey

    Blimey, I really have neglected this diary lately haven't I? I'm still here but I mainly just have a quick check on my phone, like i said in my last post, this blinkin laptop is a nightmare atm! So whats new with me? Well I had my birthday and holiday which were both great and I had a fab...
  64. vixmania41999

    Journey to a size 12!!!

    well done hun, you're doing amazing!
  65. vixmania41999

    Stay at home mums

    hi ladies, i'm so sorry i've been absent for a few weeks. Had my lovely holiday and the laptop is painfully slow so managed to get on on my phone. Welcome to all the newbies hope you can find support on here. How is everyone doing? I've struggled to get back on track since my holiday, i gained...
  66. vixmania41999

    15 stone to 14 stone support

    I certainly was, i was even saying out loud stay there stay there, then it went up. Bloomin scales lol x
  67. vixmania41999

    Stay at home mums

    Welcome back hun!! How are you getting on? Sarahandmolly, wow mexico I'm so jealous, I've always wanted to go to mexico, I bet you'll easily lose 10lbs before you go if you stick your mind to it! xx I lost 3lbs this week, think the superspeed soup I made on sunday helped loads! Hows...
  68. vixmania41999

    15 stone to 14 stone support

    I'm still here but only just, I lost 3lbs tonight and its taken me to 15 stone exactly. Those scales at group really do like to tease too, they kept flashing at 14st 13.5lbs when finally settled on 15st. I expect I'll still be here in 2 weeks time too, missing next weeks WI as I'm on holiday and...
  69. vixmania41999

    Anyone up for a juicy July challenge?

    Lost 3lbs tonight so missed my target by 1.5lbs, so close i guess I'm happy enough with what I did. Aaliyiah 7lbs (0lbs lost - 7lbs to go) Annya 4lbs (3.5lb lost, 0.5lbs to go) Baby-belle 5lbs (1lb gain, 6lbs to go) bannishwobble 8lb (olb lost 8lb to go) Beautifulmess 14lb (0lb loss 14lb to...
  70. vixmania41999

    Vikki's Lipsy Dress Journey

    Wow I've not been on for a while, this laptop really is a nightmare at the moment, sooooo slow it takes forever to do anything.....quick update then... Last weeks weigh in was as expected...a maintain, well better than expected if I'm honest, we were down in devon the weekend before last for...
  71. vixmania41999

    Stay at home mums

    Aww don't worry hun, like you said just draw a line under it, don't let it get you down too much. Its so hard to stay on plan when you're away, I hope you enjoyed yourself though hun. I really need to try some new recipies too, I'm getting so bored of my usual meals now, let me know if you...
  72. vixmania41999

    Stay at home mums

    Thanks ladies! It was a lovely send off for him and I managed to maintain this week after not really sticking to plan while I was away so quite pleased with that. How did your weekend go Babieg? Well done on your first weeks loss bagpuss! Thats brill. I sometimes get stuck with lunches too...
  73. vixmania41999

    Stay at home mums

    Well done babieg! Thats a fab 1st loss! Where are you going away? If I eat out I mainly stick with steak, jacket potato with salad, or have a salad and ask for any dressing on the side or you could have chicken breast without the dressing if they can do that and then have new potatoes & veg, or...
  74. vixmania41999

    Stay at home mums

    Hi Bagpuss, welcome to the group! I'm exactly the same when I'm bored, and mugshots are a great fix, I've decided I'm going to make some super speed soup this week to snack on instead for those moments. I need to kick up my weight loss with only 2 WIs before my holiday now after only losing half...
  75. vixmania41999

    Anyone up for a juicy July challenge?

    Only half a pound off for me :( well done to everyone else, some great losses xx Aaliyiah 7lbs (0lbs lost - 7lbs to go) Annya 4lbs (1lb lost, 3lbs to go) Baby-belle 5lbs (1lb gain, 6lbs to go) bannishwobble 8lb (olb lost 8lb to go) Beautifulmess 14lb (0lb loss 14lb to go) (even with a...
  76. vixmania41999

    Vikki's Lipsy Dress Journey

    half a pound off for me this week. Was hoping for more but I guess its still a loss. Had a good week with my food considering the loss of hubbys grandad and I did the race for life, I'm due on and I've got that dull ache in my tummy so that could be a factor, Hoping for a good number next week...
  77. vixmania41999

    Vikki's Lipsy Dress Journey

    Some good news....hubby has been given the time off for the funeral, his boss said if it means that much to him then he can go...we were pretty shocked, first time he's ever shown any compassion towards him, even when our daughter was undergoing surgery he was difficult...better late then never...
  78. vixmania41999

    Stay at home mums

    Oh no, hope the accident wasn't too serious and everyones ok! Well done with the lb loss, thats great. Have a lovely time in london, sounds like you deserve some you time. Vix xx
  79. vixmania41999

    Stay at home mums

    Yay, hello the all the newbies :D I hope this thread can really help keep us all motivated, especially as we're probably at home more than most so its probably more difficult to avoid temptation, especially the kids treats! How are you all getting on so far? I lost 3lbs this week and got my...
  80. vixmania41999

    Vikki's Lipsy Dress Journey

    Aww Kat thats so lovely, thank you so much! He got home at 6 and he's doing ok considering. I feel ok too now I've seen him, I just felt so useless not being able to speak to him all day. There may be a chance he can get to the funeral which is next friday, if one of the lads working from...
  81. vixmania41999

    Vikki's Lipsy Dress Journey

    I'm having such a horrible day today :( Hubby got a call last night to say his grandad had passed away at 11pm. We were expecting it as he had been ill for a few days, had alzheimers for at least 10 years and has been in a home in devon for about 4 years. He feels so useless as we're here in...
  82. vixmania41999

    Anyone up for a juicy July challenge?

    3lbs off for me this week. Well done everyone on your losses xx Aaliyah27 7lbs (0lbs lost, 7lbs to go) Annya 4lbs (0lbs lost, 4lbs to go) Baby-belle 5lbs (0lbs lost, 5lbs to go) bannishwobble 8lb (olb lost 8lb to go) Beautifulmess 14lb (0lb loss 14lb to go) (even with a holiday!) BikerAngel...
  83. vixmania41999

    Vikki's Lipsy Dress Journey

    Thanks bubbles Ooops, not been able to get on the laptop properly for the past few days. Anyways the few red days I've had this week seem to have worked, I lost 3lbs tonight. So pleased!!! Hope everyone is doing ok!! xxxx
  84. vixmania41999

    Vikki's Lipsy Dress Journey

    Thanks Kat, I'm loving salads atm too!! Mmmm I'm having one tonight. It was meant to be Spag bol on an EE day that I was going to do in the slow cooker as I'm out tonight but I forgot to get the mince out the freezer so I'm just going to have another red day and have chicken salad for tea. So my...
  85. vixmania41999

    Vikki's Lipsy Dress Journey

    Right so today I've tried my first red day and think I've done pretty well. I've had Breakfast = 2 x weetabix & 250ml SS milk (HexA) & rest of milk in coffees Lunch = Chicken, ham & 28g cheese (HexA) salad with 2x whoemeal bread with I can't believe its not butter light (2 syns) & Salad...
  86. vixmania41999

    Vikki's Lipsy Dress Journey

    :cry::cry:I gained 1lb at WI last night and I had been really good all week :cry::cry: I can only think that maybe it was because I didn't have as much superfree last week due to being too skint to buy fresh fruit and veg oh and I also had so much to drink yesterday as I felt really...
  87. vixmania41999

    Anyone up for a juicy July challenge?

    I'm going to aim for 8lbs in July.....will take my total loss so far to just over 5 stone and I go on holiday on my birthday (31st July) so it would be a nice birthday present :D Aaliyah27 7lbs (0lbs lost, 7lbs to go) bannishwobble 8lb (olb lost 8lb to go) Beautifulmess 14lb (0lb loss 14lb to...
  88. vixmania41999

    Food Diary (...and the rest) of a Katerpillar

    Sounds fab! Hope you enjoyed yourselves ;) xxx
  89. vixmania41999

    Vikki's Lipsy Dress Journey

    Thank you ladies! Kat, Good luck with the new job prospect, let me know how you get on. I'm starting my own cleaning business. Its nothing exciting it just means I can control when I work and can earn more than I would working in an office so it will suit me for now, I did work as a cleaner...
  90. vixmania41999

    Stay at home mums

    How did you get on today Jo? I love Zumba! I haven't been for months though due to how expensive the classes are but the gym I've joined that opens beginning of July is running them (at an additional cost of £2 per class as they bring in outside instructors) so I will be going again, I can't...
  91. vixmania41999

    Stay at home mums

    Hows everyone doing? I lost 1.5lbs this week, happy with that, only got half a pound to my next award to going to really push myself this week to get a good number. Hope everyone is doing ok!!! Let us know how you're getting on xxx
  92. vixmania41999

    15 stone to 14 stone support

    1.5lbs off for me this week so only 6lbs to go and I'm out of the 15s, finally! Aiming to be out of here in 3 weeks.....wish me luck lol xxx
  93. vixmania41999

    Food Diary (...and the rest) of a Katerpillar

    :D Welcome back!!! You're doing fab hun, I'm sure the last 8lbs will come off in no time. Good luck xxx
  94. vixmania41999

    QUEEN SIZE TO PRINCESS

    Well done ladies on all your losses again!! Welcome Gigglynikkim, I'm sure you'll find everyone on here a real support! Good luck for your journey on SW. My starting stats aren't far off yours either (I'm a bit shorter though) You'll get there and this is definately a good place for helping...
  95. vixmania41999

    Boo's SW Diary - My Story

    Hope you have a lovely day off Boo! Did you take any measurements when you started? If not you should take some now, its amazing how different they are after a pretty short space of time even when you don't feel like you're getting much smaller. Have a lovely day hun x
  96. vixmania41999

    Boo's SW Diary - My Story

    Well done to you both hun! You're doing soooo well! Glad Mr Boo is feeling better, it must be so hard for you both! Hope you have a good day tomorrow and work isn't too bad. Keep up the amazing work, you're doing great!!
  97. vixmania41999

    Vikki's Lipsy Dress Journey

    So........drum roll please! Tonights WI result is...............................................1.5lbs lost! Woop! Really pleased as I've not done as much exercise as I'd have liked and did have a few extra syns a couple of days but nothing major and I did have more extra good days to...
  98. vixmania41999

    Vikki's Lipsy Dress Journey

    Well done to you both Boo! Thats fantastic! You must be so proud of each other (and yourselves). Catch up soon, night hun! xx
  99. vixmania41999

    Vikki's Lipsy Dress Journey

    Sorry I've been AWOL for a few days. Its been manic. Friday night we had a lovely DVD night and I resisted the sweets, choc and popcorn :D I was quite proud of myself hehe. Hubby did overtime Saturday morning and we spent the afternoon with Hubby's dad, he'd brought his new caravan to a camp...
  100. vixmania41999

    Vikki's Lipsy Dress Journey

    Hey Boo I'm doing good thanks hun, how you doing? I'm sorry I've not had a chance to check out your diary for a few days, LO has kept me really busy. Will update on my weekend in another post. I will also try and check out your dairy too, I've just been sooo busy! How did you and Mr Boo get...
  101. vixmania41999

    Vikki's Lipsy Dress Journey

    Hi Kat! Where have you been hiding lovely? Awww thank you so much for your kind words, we're all a bit better now thanks hun, Skye seems over her cough, I've still got mine but its eased off and only really gets me at night when I get in bed so its not really bothering me too much atm. I'm...
  102. vixmania41999

    QUEEN SIZE TO PRINCESS

    Oh no Debz that sounds awful! My mum and my sis both had gall stones and my sis had her when she was pregnant and couldn't take any painkillers then had the op 3 months after her son was born. Hope you get the op very soon. Hugs xx
  103. vixmania41999

    First day of the rest of my life come n join me

    I've had 2 days on plan now, stayed on track 100% and feel really good for it!! Hope you've all enjoyed your evenings. I know I have we just chilled and watched grown ups on DVD and it was pretty funny, I did have a moment where I wished I'd picked up the bag of sweets on offer but it soon...
  104. vixmania41999

    QUEEN SIZE TO PRINCESS

    Well done for everyones losses! I managed to lose 1lb after my week of picking and feeling poop so I was pretty relieved with that. I'm back on track now even though I've still got a nasty cough but its bothering me more at night than in the day so I'm doing ok. Stuck to my meal plans so far...
  105. vixmania41999

    Stay at home mums

    Hey Jo, Well done with the 1lb loss, I had 1 lbs off on tuesday too. Anyone got anything exciting planned for this weekend? I think we might be going to the zoo or somewhere on sunday if the weather is ok for fathers day, I'll be taking a picnic though so I can contol my syns. Hope...
  106. vixmania41999

    The Amazing Shrinking Peacock

    Hey hun. I've finally found time to read your diary...well I'm actually skiveing from doing my cleaning but shhh lol. You're doing really well and don't worry about having a little blip with seeing the ex, I know I'd do exactly the same! I'm an emotional eater too so you're definatley not...
  107. vixmania41999

    Vikki's Lipsy Dress Journey

    Thanks hun, feeling ok, its just this irritating cough that needs to do one haha. Planning this week in full has really helped, so far so good. Hope you're doing ok and having a good day too xx
  108. vixmania41999

    Vikki's Lipsy Dress Journey

    Oh I forgot to mention, at image therapy on Tuesday my consultant actually spent a few mins talking to me in group and I said how I'd been strugling for a couple of weeks but I'll get back into it and she looked on her computer thingy and said on average in 42 weeks I've lost 1.5 lbs a week. I...
  109. vixmania41999

    Vikki's Lipsy Dress Journey

    Hey all Well I've had a good few days since WI. I've still got a nasty cough but Skye seems so much better and not coughing in the night so hopefully no sign of asthma which is a relief! Stuck pretty much to plan apart from weds, I was really good all day, had lots of speed foods, low syns...
  110. vixmania41999

    Boo's SW Diary - My Story

    I've read somewhere on here people with constipation (lots of people getting it the day before WI) use peppermint tea and it seems to flush things out.
  111. vixmania41999

    First day of the rest of my life come n join me

    I had been 100% on track today until hubby and I had a big arguement and then I went and did the food shop....bad idea! I've bought everything healthy for the rest of the week but I bought myself a kitkat chunky and ate it on the way home.....grrrr!! Oh well, got a good day planned tomorrow...
  112. vixmania41999

    Journey to a size 12!!!

    I feel your pain hun, I've got it too thanks to my daughter too, she is on antibiotics for hers though so I'll let her off. Hope you're both better soon and good luck with the measurements etc xx
  113. vixmania41999

    Boo's SW Diary - My Story

    haha I think I'll leave the recipie then thanks hun lol. Have a great evening and enjoy the curly wurly xx
  114. vixmania41999

    Boo's SW Diary - My Story

    Mmm that curly wurly scan bran cake sounds yummy, where did he find the recipie? Wouldn't mind giving that a try! My day is hectic here, got my niece again as my sis and nephew have gone on his pre-school trip. I'm getting a quick break whilst my daughter naps and my neice watches ben and...
  115. vixmania41999

    15 stone to 14 stone support

    I lost 1lb this week so half way to being in the 14s now. Would like these next 7lbs to come off before my holiday on 31st July. I'm sure I can do it. Good luck to everyone else. xx
  116. vixmania41999

    Boo's SW Diary - My Story

    Thanks boo hun, hope you have another fab week and work isn't too bad for you. Soon be the weekend! xx
  117. vixmania41999

    First day of the rest of my life come n join me

    So glad I'm not the only one that has been struggling lately. We can do it! We're all still on here and at least trying, thats got to be a good thing right? If we give up all together who knows where we'll be weight wise in 6 months. I've found my motivation again after 1lb loss tonight...
  118. vixmania41999

    Boo's SW Diary - My Story

    Well done to you both, you're doing brilliantly!! I lost 1lb this week, which was a bit unexpected after I've been a bit poorly this week. I'll take it though, 2lbs to my next shiney now! I think I need to win the lottery too, I can't even afford to work, any money I earn would just pay for...
  119. vixmania41999

    Vikki's Lipsy Dress Journey

    Well I lost a lb in the end so mega chuffed with that! Bring on next weeks BIG loss :D ready for it now!!
  120. vixmania41999

    QUEEN SIZE TO PRINCESS

    I'm sure balsamic vinegar is free jjb33! Well done on all your losses ladies. I've got my WI in just over an hour and I'm dreading it, had another week of picking and feeling poorly and star week returned after only a week away (stupid pill). I've planned ahead for all my meals for the...
  121. vixmania41999

    From the beginning to almost half way there

    Thank you everyone, that really means a lot, sometime I feel like I'm just imagining it cos people don't really comment very often. Feels good to know I do look different. xx
  122. vixmania41999

    Vikki's Lipsy Dress Journey

    Right I've had the kick up them bum I needed.......I've just put some make up on and straightened my hair which I haven't done on a 'normal' day where I'm not going anywhere special for I don't know how long and I can't believe how much better it has made me feel. I feel half human again lol...
  123. vixmania41999

    Pls help me get out of this rut!

    Thanks guys! Cholecat, I'm going on holiday on my birthday 31st july and I wanted to lose another stone before I go and I've got 9.5 lbs left to go, that was keeping me really motivated but this week I've not even been bothered. I need to refocus on this I think. Thanks for the support/ideas...
  124. vixmania41999

    First day of the rest of my life come n join me

    I'm in too! I've been so demotivated the past week and a half, I've been poorly, had 2 star weeks in 3 weeks (stupid pill) and stopped smoking again so i've really struggled and like you I've not eaten proper lunches for ages then just pick at rubbish then I can't stop. I'm going to up my...
  125. vixmania41999

    Pls help me get out of this rut!

    For the past week and a half I've been so unmotivated its untrue. All my meals have been SW friendly, I'm just picking at everything in sight and I can't seem to stop myself. We're so skint I can't afford to keep buying fruit and veg to snack on and it only lasts a couple of days so I'm really...
  126. vixmania41999

    Vikki's Lipsy Dress Journey

    Thanks ladies Fingers crossed skyes antibiotics seem to be working, she hasn't been coughing at all in bed so hopefully thats a good sign. I, on the other hand feel like I've swallowed razor blades, my throat is so sore :( I've also not been great with my food, my meals have been good as...
  127. vixmania41999

    Stay at home mums

    Well done Jo, thats great!! I'm not expecting a loss this week, my 'star week' has returned after only a week of being away and I've got a horrible cold so not made the best choices this week, sometimes feeling rubbish just takes over and you comfort eat, all my meals have been good and I've...
  128. vixmania41999

    Vikki's Lipsy Dress Journey

    Another busy day here in the brown household. Hubby actually let me have a lie in this morning until 9.45, it was amazing. Didn't get to bed til 1.30 am after picking the parents up from east mids airport so it was much needed, my cold was dreadful this morning too, feeling bit better this...
  129. vixmania41999

    Vikki's Lipsy Dress Journey

    Hey boo, I was feeling much better today until tonight, feel full of cold again, it always hits me at night! Hubby has it now too and hayfever so he's feeling pretty sorry for himself too but you know what men are like ;) Skye is still coughing a lot, I think we are going to take her walk in...
  130. vixmania41999

    Vikki's Lipsy Dress Journey

    Hi Boo, I know what you mean about being tired, I'm tired all the time atm, late nights and early mornings don't help I guess but the evenings are the only me time I get so I try and squeeze as much out of them as I can. Really need to start going to bed earlier though. I know some days I'll...
  131. vixmania41999

    Vikki's Lipsy Dress Journey

    Wooo just booked our Gym inductions for tomorrow at 4pm, they're not opening until next week but starting the inductions tomorrow so you're ready to go when they open........sooooo excited!
  132. vixmania41999

    Vikki's Lipsy Dress Journey

    Feeling better again today, not in pain so thats good and my cold is much better thankfully. Going to make chicken stir fry for tea tonight, was meant to be last nights tea but I didn't feel hungry so just put hubby a piece of chicken and chip on. I'm just trying to find a tasty syn free sauce...
  133. vixmania41999

    Vikki's Lipsy Dress Journey

    Well its official, my body hates me!! I've come on AGAIN, why does this keep happening? At first i thought it was because I was forgetting to take my pill but I've not forgot to take it in months. I've got such bad pains too :( I'm going to have to book a docs appointment in the morning I think...
  134. vixmania41999

    Stay at home mums

    Hi Petite Pingu, welcome to the team :D How are you finding SW while pregnant? We're hoping to start TTC again soon and I won't be at target so hope I can at least maintain during pregnancy. Sounds like you're doing really well! I know what you mean about the biccies too, although I haven't been...
  135. vixmania41999

    Journey to a size 12!!!

    Thats great hun, you should be so proud!! I think you should post some new pics :D
  136. vixmania41999

    Vikki's Lipsy Dress Journey

    Hi hun, thank you! I think I've found my mojo again thanks, I want 3 lbs off this week so I'm focusing on that. Hi Boo, I'm doing ok thanks hun, I'm full of cold though and so is my daughter so just taking it easy today. Hope you're ok hun xx
  137. vixmania41999

    When I am slim i want to ......

    Love pictures of me and my daughter and be a mummy she deserves! To be able to have the confidence to talk to anyone and not worry that they're thinking OMG you're so fat! To be able to wear the clothes I love and not worry about what I look like. I'd also love to be fit enough to run a...
  138. vixmania41999

    Stay at home mums

    Good for you Jo hun! We can't really afford for me to go to group either but I know for me if I don't go I'd be ok for a few weeks but I know I'd just give up. This website really is great for motivation and ideas though. Really hope it works for you, there are loads of people on here doing it...
  139. vixmania41999

    Boo's SW Diary - My Story

    Wow well done hun, 12lbs in 3 weeks is amazing! Well done to Mr Boo too, it is harder when you're at home, especially when you can't do much exercise wise. Hope it doesn't demotivate him, he's doing brill too! I hate it when you have days where you can't get things done that really need doing...
  140. vixmania41999

    Vikki's Lipsy Dress Journey

    Thank you pandora and boo! The first pic was taken a few months after my daughter was born and we were in and out of hospital with her and living on junk/hospital food, as soon as she'd had her last surgery and I knew I'd have the time to commit to myself I started WW which only lasted a few...
  141. vixmania41999

    Vikki's Lipsy Dress Journey

    Phew.........I STS! Never been so happy not to lose anything lol. Definataly got my motivation back again now! I will get the next shiney v soon, 3lbs to go. Oh and I've seen some more pics of my new gym, its nearly finished so hopefully opening next week as planned......can't bloomin wait!!
  142. vixmania41999

    Vikki's Lipsy Dress Journey

    I thought I'd add some pics from a friends wedding and my night out a couple of weeks ago to remind me how far I've come at almost half way there. (4 stone 4 lbs lost - 4 stone 8 lbs to go) Here is a reminder of my before at 19st 12 lbs This is me with my daughter at my friends wedding on...
  143. vixmania41999

    From the beginning to almost half way there

    Just wanted to add, still don't feel confident enough to have full body pics taken, still think you can tell I'm going in the right direction lol
  144. vixmania41999

    From the beginning to almost half way there

    This is me at the start of my weight loss journey at an embarassing 19 stone 12 lbs This is me 30th April 2011 at a friends wedding in the first dress I've worn in 5 years at 16 stone 2 lbs And this is me 28th May at 15 stone 10 lbs. 4 stone 2lbs lost. Slightly tipsy so excuse the...
  145. vixmania41999

    Before and Almost There Pictures

    Wow you look fab hun, well done I bet you're so happy xx
  146. vixmania41999

    Vikki's Lipsy Dress Journey

    Thanks hun, feeling much better again today, apart from the dreaded WI but what will be will be, I'm hoping its not more than 1lb gain but whatever it is won't knock me off plan now, back on it 100%. Can't think of anything that will disrupt things this week so fingers crossed I'll shift...
  147. vixmania41999

    Stay at home mums

    Weigh in days...... Vixmania41999 Tuesdays LC85 Thursdays JellyJo TBA Debtin Tuesdays
  148. vixmania41999

    Stay at home mums

    Hi Jo, yay there are more of us :D I must admit we do eat so much healthier, I never used to cook anything from scratch it was all jars and freezer stuff, now everything is made from scratch and I think it tastes so much nicer too. Glad you're finding it ok. Well done on your loss so far. What...
  149. vixmania41999

    Vikki's Lipsy Dress Journey

    Thanks girls, you really are a great support. Hope hubby gets things sorted with work Boo! Hubbys little chat about money/work stuff never really came of anything, he had thought in the morning about maybe moving back to one of our parents for 12 months to save some money to get our own place...
  150. vixmania41999

    Vikki's Lipsy Dress Journey

    Morning Peeps Had a pretty good day yesterday, stuck to plan and had a nice family walk. Hubby called me this morning from work and said we need to sit down tonight and go though everything coming in and out (I control all the bills/money etc) to see what we can do about his work, he...
  151. vixmania41999

    Vikki's Lipsy Dress Journey

    Just done an hour on the Wii Fit and burned just over 300 calories, not bad for a computer work out. Feel good again now, same tomorrow me thinks!! I will lose this fat!!!
  152. vixmania41999

    Boo's SW Diary - My Story

    Sounds like a great day hun, alcohol has been my problem this weekend, too much last night then feeling the effects today so not stuck to plan. Oh well back on it tomorrow. Still very mad with myself! Enjoy your evening hun. xx
  153. vixmania41999

    Vikki's Lipsy Dress Journey

    Hey Sarah, it was brill thanks hun. Hope you're having a good weekend :D Hey Bubbles, I've just wrote in you're diary lol, thanks hun not done so well today but hey ho. You're doing amazing hun, not far to go now! xx Hey Boo, we had our bbq last night instead, I'm just sat catching up on...
  154. vixmania41999

    Journey to a size 12!!!

    thats amazing hun!! Jealous much lol x
  155. vixmania41999

    Journey to a size 12!!!

    wow well done hun thats brill, how long has that been in? You must be so pleased? xxx
  156. vixmania41999

    Vikki's Lipsy Dress Journey

    Having a much better day today thanks Boo! Hope you are too. The cravings are a nightmare, I'm finding it harder this time cos I'm not pregnant, last time I wouldn't have dreamt of smokingwhilst pregnant, this time I don't have that incentive. I still don't like having the chemicals on me when...
  157. vixmania41999

    Vikki's Lipsy Dress Journey

    Wooo I'm so excited now. My sis and her bf are coming over tonight for a bbq. It will be the 1st one we've had in this house. I'm going to go to the butchers when Skye wakes up from her nap and get some SW sausages and burgers for me and my sis and some chicken to make some kebabs then I'll do a...
  158. vixmania41999

    Exercise/nutrition advise pls

    Thanks Cindersmcphee, I'd never heard of kettlebell classes until I saw it in the prospective class timetable at my gym, hope they find an instructor that can teach it. I've done body pump before and saw results pretty quickly and I was a lot bigger then too, I loved it and will definately do it...
  159. vixmania41999

    Geordie Shore

    I love it!! But then again I love TOWIE, The Hills etc too. I can't get into the Made in Chelsea though and I've never watched Jersey Shore either. Anyone watched either of those?
  160. vixmania41999

    Boo's SW Diary - My Story

    Sorry to hear you had a tough day yesterday hun, glad you're feeling more positive today :D I bet it was the first day back at work blues... My fridge and freezer were like that yesterday and I was going to do my food shop this morning but decided to do it at 11pm last night on my own lol was...
  161. vixmania41999

    Exercise/nutrition advise pls

    Will do sweet pink, thank you. I just want it to hurry up and open now I'm getting impatient lol. I'm going to try the C25k when I feel confident enough run too :D
  162. vixmania41999

    Exercise/nutrition advise pls

    Thanks everyone. I'll be doing CV and the resistance weights (like lat pull down etc) I'm also going to do spinning, street dance and maybe kettlebell classes. I was planning on measureing the day I start and not really taking in more calories and if I do need something more than normal it...
  163. vixmania41999

    QUEEN SIZE TO PRINCESS

    Well done everyone, great losses and well done sweet pink with the size 14 top, I had a similar experience in next a couple of weeks ago when I got into a 14, I originally tried the 20, far too big, then the 18 then 16 and finally settled on the 14 although hubby said I would have got into the...
  164. vixmania41999

    Exercise/nutrition advise pls

    Hi all This probably sounds really stupid but I'm starting a new gym in a couple of weeks when it opens and I know when I've exercised at the gym in the past my weight loss has slowed down and it leaves me really disheartened. I know this is down to muscle etc but is there any way to ensure...
  165. vixmania41999

    15 stone to 14 stone support

    Hi all I'm in the 15s and have been for 6 weeks now, I was stuck around the 15st 13lbs mark for 4 weeks and now got to 15st 8lbs, hoping to be out of the 15s before my holiday in 8 WIs time. I'm really focused now and aiming for 2lbs a week so hopefully in 4 weeks I can move down groups. I...
  166. vixmania41999

    Stay at home mums

    Ignore my last question lol, just seen it on your first message. How did you get on at yesterdays WI? xx
  167. vixmania41999

    Stay at home mums

    Aww thanks hun, still got a long way to go but I'll get there this time! How are you getting on? I know what you mean about time to cook although I was having to cook our meals that take longer to prepare in the evenings when DD went to bed as she wouldn't let me do anything in the kitchen...
  168. vixmania41999

    Vikki's Lipsy Dress Journey

    Hi Littlesausage, where have you been hiding lol? Thanks hun. I feel quite proud of myself, I didn't give in to the evil cigs or the naughty food so 1 - nil to me haha. Love the fact the sun is shining again, going to take Skye somewhere outdoorsy this afternoon, not sure where yet though. May...
  169. vixmania41999

    Pineapple, thought I'd share...

    I'm so getting one tomorrow when I do the food shop :D
  170. vixmania41999

    Geordie Shore

    I finally got round to watching the first one on sky+ last night and OMG I was so shocked at both the lads and girls, its so put on surely? I agree though Vicky and Greg seem the most genuine. I wanted to turn it off after 10 mins but I just couldn't lol.
  171. vixmania41999

    Vikki's Lipsy Dress Journey

    Help help help.....I'm really struggling today. I'm starving and nothing is helping, I don't think it helps that I stopped smoking on monday, not that I was a proper smoker, well I quit smoking as soon as I found out I was pregnant in Jan 2009 but a couple of months ago I started having the...
  172. vixmania41999

    Puddings Lady A's Nutella Cupcakes

    I'm so going to try making these this weekend. Hubby is doing a charity skydive this year and to raise money for his sponsership I'm thinking of doing a SW cake sale in group so these would be perfect. xx
  173. vixmania41999

    Vikki's Lipsy Dress Journey

    My day is going well so far thanks Boo! I had my porridge for breakie and I had some tesco sushi (the small taster pack) about 11 when I had to walk to the post office to send some bits, also got a jacket potato in the oven that I'm going to have with baked beans and salad later. I decided to...
  174. vixmania41999

    Boo's SW Diary - My Story

    Thanks hun you've just reminded me I need to change my smear test from this friday to a couple of weeks time, the things us women have to do lol oh and yes I had my porridge and it was scrummy! Enjoy your last day of freedom lol xx
  175. vixmania41999

    Boo's SW Diary - My Story

    Well done to you both! Brill losses especially after Mr Boos birthday :D xx
  176. vixmania41999

    Vikki's Lipsy Dress Journey

    LOL Sarah I'll try not to haha. Been there done that though re getting complacent, I've finally realised if I really want to do this I'm the only one controlling everything so if I'm not in control I don't lose or lose very little, then get mad with myself knowing I could have done loads better...
  177. vixmania41999

    Vikki's Lipsy Dress Journey

    Thanks Sarah!! I'm really motivated at the moment and getting good losses again is really keeping me going! Hope you're doing ok xx
  178. vixmania41999

    Vikki's Lipsy Dress Journey

    Thanks Jules hun :D Good luck for your WI tomorrow! xx Right well want to get June off to a good start with a nice result next tuesday so here is what I'm going to continue to do to try and make that happen..... Eat at least 5 speed foods a day Carry on with my 'carb curfew' no carbs after...
  179. vixmania41999

    Boo's SW Diary - My Story

    Hope you both did well tonight Boo! Its funny you had porridge for breakfast, I was thinking of having it tomorrow as not had it for months and need a change. Glad you're enjoying your days off. xx
  180. vixmania41999

    Vikki's Lipsy Dress Journey

    Well I'm feeling pretty happy tonight after WI, lost another 2lbs. I bet it would have been more had it not been star week and my little weekend binge, but I enjoyed myself and 2lbs is still a good loss! Determind to have a another good week now! 8 More WIs until the holiday!
  181. vixmania41999

    Vikki's Lipsy Dress Journey

    Thanks ladies :D I'm not over confident mind cos its * week for me too :( hopefully that will mean a nice big loss next week lol. Good luck Boo and Mr Boo for ur WI too, I bet you've done great! xx
  182. vixmania41999

    Stay at home mums

    Yay Hi Laura, I'm so glad I'm not the only one! How are you finding being on SW and being at home? Well done on your loss so far! Vix xx
  183. vixmania41999

    QUEEN SIZE TO PRINCESS

    Well done lovetosew, sounds like you made some great choices. SW is much about changing habbits and making smart choices and it becomes second nature eventually, well most of the time lol. Looks like you're off to a great start already. Keep up the good work! xx
  184. vixmania41999

    Vikki's Lipsy Dress Journey

    Hey Boo, Yay you found me lol. Thanks hun, don't get me wrong I've had lots of bad weeks where I just haven't had the motivation to stick at it but I've always kept going to group so even if I have gained and I'm not being 100% I'm not going completely off track and I'm still conscious of what...
  185. vixmania41999

    Boo's SW Diary - My Story

    Hi Boo, sounds like you've had a great weekend. Well deserved too! Oh and you're right mini milks are 1.5 syns, I lived on them a few weeks ago when we had the really hot weather lol those and the mini twister lollies which are 2.5 each Keep up the good work hun x
  186. vixmania41999

    Vikki's Lipsy Dress Journey

    Hi Littlemisspeacock!! Thank you! I think you have to balance it with your life and still have the things you like/enjoy sometimes, otherwise, like you said you'll just give up and it doesn't become part of your lifestyle. Lets hope I still get a loss this week. I hope you're enjoying your...
  187. vixmania41999

    Vikki's Lipsy Dress Journey

    Had a fab weekend so far, loving the bank holiday!! The syns have taken a bit of a beating though! Food wise I've been pretty good but it was the drinkies last night that blew it. Went out for my friends birthday and kept food good all day but then had quite a few malibu and DCs and Jager bombs...
  188. vixmania41999

    QUEEN SIZE TO PRINCESS

    Wow well done Capricorn, almost 10 stone, thats amazing! I bet you feel fantastic!! Love the name 'carb cerfew' hadn't thought of it like that! I just know I don't do enough in the evening to burn off all the carbs, like I was having big plates of pasta even though all syn free on EE then...
  189. vixmania41999

    Stay at home mums

    Am I the only one on here? Hope not! I thought it would be a nice idea to share our SW experiences and challenges we face being at home a lot and trying to feed our LOs SW food. We can keep each other motivated and share tips. I know I find it tough to stay away from the kitchen and reaching...
  190. vixmania41999

    Vikki's Lipsy Dress Journey

    Having another good day so far today, no syns yet (trying to have as little as possible for the next few days to account for night out tomorrow). Got a jacket spud in the oven and a salad prepared for lunch....I'm starving now lol. Tea tonight will be chicken wrapped in bacon (fat removed)...
  191. vixmania41999

    QUEEN SIZE TO PRINCESS

    Well done sweet pink!!
  192. vixmania41999

    Boo's SW Diary - My Story

    Hi Boo I've just caught up with your dairy and its fab! Well done for your brill loss on your first week!! Its good that Mr Boo is doing it with you too and cooking for you, I wish my hubby would cook sometimes but he doesn't have to worry about what he's eating, he is being as supportive as...
  193. vixmania41999

    QUEEN SIZE TO PRINCESS

    Hi Ladies My week is going really well so far, been 100% since WI and I'm trying to eat my evening meal at the same time as my daughter so she actually eats it, which seems to be working so I'm not eating later than 6, I hope it will make a difference at WI. I'm also trying to stop eating...
  194. vixmania41999

    Vikki's Lipsy Dress Journey

    Thats brilliant, well done you!! xx
  195. vixmania41999

    Vikki's Lipsy Dress Journey

    How did you get on today Jules? xx
  196. vixmania41999

    Vikki's Lipsy Dress Journey

    Well so far I've been 100% on plan since tuesday and I loved my simple tea last night, just a birds eye simply baked salmon with broccoli and green beans, it was scrummy. I'm trying to not eat carbs this week after 2pm so my evening meals will consist of meat with lots of veg or salad apart from...
  197. vixmania41999

    Vikki's Lipsy Dress Journey

    it gets easier and becomes second nature with meals, i never cook anything thats not sw friendly now unless its for the hubby but he gets away with it, he never puts on weight! Alright for some lol. Good luck for tomorrow xx
  198. vixmania41999

    Vikki's Lipsy Dress Journey

    thats brilliant my hairdresser lost 9 stone with ll a couple of years ago its just so expensive! How have you found your first sw week? Good luck for you're weigh in hun, let me know how you get on! Xx
  199. vixmania41999

    Vikki's Lipsy Dress Journey

    thanks sarahelizabeth i know what you mean, my friend just reached her target after losing 3 stone and she said the last stone was the hardest, she wasn't too strict by the end but she got there, you will too in no time i'm sure, you've done so well already! Hi Jules, thank you! I joined sw end...
  200. vixmania41999

    QUEEN SIZE TO PRINCESS

    i lost 2.5lbs last night, so chuffed. Hoping to lose the same again next week! How is everyone doing.
  201. vixmania41999

    Vikki's Lipsy Dress Journey

    Well I've had a busy day already. Was up with my cheeky monkey at 6.30 this morning and I've already done most of my housework, just got to hoover later. Hubby has finally been paid after going from weekly to monthly pay (which has been a bit of a stuggle to adjust to to say the least) so I'm...
  202. vixmania41999

    Tuesday Weighers

    Hope you're feeling better soon losingme. Misspaf, I had no chance with SOTW, the lad that got it lost 10lbs in his 3rd week.
  203. vixmania41999

    Tuesday Weighers

    2.5lbs off afterall, so happy as really didn't feel like I'd lost anything. :D
  204. vixmania41999

    Journey to a size 12!!!

    lol no excuses then, I'd love to have a gym that close, saying that though we do have one in walking distance I've been to a few times but its quite expensive to pay as you go.
  205. vixmania41999

    Vikki's Lipsy Dress Journey

    I lost 2.5 lbs :D so I got my 3 stone award woohoo. So chuffed, only 5lbs off my 3.5 stone award, going to aim to get that in the next 2 weeks. I can do this, I'm so motivated now. Chuffed :D :D :D
  206. vixmania41999

    Journey to a size 12!!!

    i joined one called pure gym its only 9.99 a month if you join b4 it opens. Can't not at that price!
  207. vixmania41999

    OBG (Operation Bridal Gown!)

    i'm so jealous of you all. We're putting our renewal on hold for a while so we can have another baby first. I will get to wear a wedding dress one day!
  208. vixmania41999

    Tuesday Weighers

    i too have a bad feeling about wi tonight. Feel so heavy and bloated but not from food :(
  209. vixmania41999

    Vikki's Lipsy Dress Journey

    thanks hun. I've always quite liked the gym i just always got lazy and prefered to be with the bloke at home and stopped going. Not this time though we're both members so will push each other and there are loads of classes i want to do. Can't wait. I'm so nervous about wi tonight, i feel so...
  210. vixmania41999

    Jillian Michael's 30 Day Shred

    i'm starting mine again today! 22 days til my gym opens so need to do something in the meantime. I'm still using water bottles as not got round to getting the hand weights. Xx
  211. vixmania41999

    QUEEN SIZE TO PRINCESS

    got my weigh in tonight at 6, i'm really nervous today, i just really don't know what the scales will do i'm due on any day and feel so bloated. Wish me luck. Eeek
  212. vixmania41999

    Journey to a size 12!!!

    OMG well done you that sounds hardcore!! It sounds brilliant though, what a good way to push yourself harder than you probably would do in a 'normal' gym. I can't find one in my area though so I have joined a normal gym tonight, it doesn't open until 15th June though but its too good a deal to...
  213. vixmania41999

    Vikki's Lipsy Dress Journey

    :woohoo: I'm now officially a fully fledged member of a gym again thanks to pure gym the low cost gym company. The new gym opens in Leicester in the 15th of June and I can't flipping wait!!! Hubby has joined up too, he wants to bulk up again and get his six pack back that he had when I met him...
  214. vixmania41999

    QUEEN SIZE TO PRINCESS

    Exactly, just enjoy trying and try much as possible lol, I'm sure you'll get there when the time is right! :D I find it really difficult sticking to plan when I'm at home all day, I try to keep busy but my daughter is at quite a demanding age (almost 20 months) and as soon as I start doing...
  215. vixmania41999

    Vikki's Lipsy Dress Journey

    Well so far I've had a mixed week started off really well and then friday night had a few treats and went slightly over my syns. Had my neice's 2nd birthday party yesterday and had a little bit too much party food and then tea last night I made a yummy syn free chicken curry and had half a glass...
  216. vixmania41999

    QUEEN SIZE TO PRINCESS

    Hi Debz Thank you for your encouraging words, I know 3 stone (4 stone total) is a good loss I just always compare myself to others around the same weight etc and get frustrated with myself that I know I could have done better if I'd tried harder! Good luck with the IVF I hope something happens...
  217. vixmania41999

    QUEEN SIZE TO PRINCESS

    hi all. Please can i join here? I've been on sw since july last year and have only lost 3 stone but i've always had a good week on plan then a couple of weeks off plan and so on. I did lose a stone b4 joining sw so i've lost half a pound off 4 stone so far in total. I'm now half way to my first...
  218. vixmania41999

    NSVs - Non Scale Victories

    When i started my journey I was a size 24/26. I've not really bought any new clothes since I started as I had all my hardly worn clothes that I grew out of but decided to treat myself with my Next birthday vouchers from July last year, I bought 3 tops, one a size 20 that fits fine round the...
  219. vixmania41999

    The diary of a (not so-Little)Sausage

    Hi hun. I just saw your ticker on my diary and thought OMG you've lost loads since I last spoke to you over on mine and came to find your diary. You're doing amazingly well. I wish I still had your motivation, I'm really up and down with things at the moment. Hope you have a great works do and...
  220. vixmania41999

    Vikki's Lipsy Dress Journey

    Thanks Sarahelizabeth, you're absolutely right, its not how long it takes to get there, its getting there and not giving up and staying there when you do. I found some pictures from when I'd just had my daughter today and I actually can't believe how much weight I've lost.I can actually...
  221. vixmania41999

    Journey to a size 12!!!

    I'm looking at starting red and green days too bubbles, I think they will work better for me atm. Let me know how you get on if you try them, after doing EE for so long I'm not sure I'll be able to get my head around them. I have also been asked when my baby was due, I had only given birth...
  222. vixmania41999

    Vikki's Lipsy Dress Journey

    Oh and I forgot to mention, I decided it was time to spend my Next birthday vouchers from July last year to invest in some new tops as everything is hanging off me now and its not very flattering lol. I've not bought any new clothes since I started losing weight so you can imagine after losing...
  223. vixmania41999

    Vikki's Lipsy Dress Journey

    Well I lost half a pound this week after last weeks maintain! I was doing really well until we were invited to a friends for dinner saturday night. The meal wasn't too SW unfriendly, chicken wrapped in bacon with mash and loads of veg. It was the wine that scuppered things even though I only had...
  224. vixmania41999

    Journey to a size 12!!!

    That sounds brill, might look to see if its around here. I'm doing ok thanks hun, got back on track until I went to friends last night for dinner and isn't on SW so it wasn't the best syns wise plus the wine lol but hey ho it was lovely and had a great time. xx
  225. vixmania41999

    Vikki's Lipsy Dress Journey

    Thanks Slinky65. I've still got a long way to go but I'll get there eventually, I'm not quitting this time until I'm at goal!!!
  226. vixmania41999

    Journey to a size 12!!!

    Ooo whats curve? I've lost it this week big time, I think I'm putting too much pressure on myself to lose lots before my holiday and I've caved this week, I dunno why cos I had everything planned. I'm going to double my body magic to help make up for my actions this week. Got to refocus on why...
  227. vixmania41999

    Journey to a size 12!!!

    Wow you look fab hunny! You're doing so amazingly well. Hope you have a great time on the hen do, you deserve to let your hair down and forget about sw for the night (and following day if hangover permits lol). xx
  228. vixmania41999

    Vikki's Lipsy Dress Journey

    Well I lost half a lb this week after a fab bank holiday weekend so thats -6.5 lbs in 3 weeks over easter and both bank holidays so pretty pleased with that. I expected a gain this week if I'm honest as I've had hectic week of events. Last weds was my cousins birthday and it was a big...
  229. vixmania41999

    Vikki's Lipsy Dress Journey

    Wow thats great, well done you! I lost 2.5 this week, 1.5 off 4 stone now fingers crossed it get that this week (3 st sw award) although I've been at my cousins birthday today and gone a little over my syns and I'm at a wedding away in manchester over the weekend so will be more difficult to...
  230. vixmania41999

    Vikki's Lipsy Dress Journey

    It was great thanks hun, how was yours, hows your week going? Well I did go over my syns over the weekend but I did so much body magic something must have worked as I managed to lose 3.5lbs today :D mega chuffed!!
  231. vixmania41999

    Vikki's Lipsy Dress Journey

    Thanks hun. Enjoy your drinkies, I'd love a drink right now but I really don't want to use the syns, saving all I can for tomorrow incase I go over. I'm cleaning all day at my sisters house tomorrow so that should burn some calories and count towards my body magic right? lol. Have a fab weekend xxx
  232. vixmania41999

    Vikki's Lipsy Dress Journey

    Haha just as I sent that I had a text from my consultant saying to plan ahead for the weekend. How funny!
  233. vixmania41999

    Vikki's Lipsy Dress Journey

    This week is going well so far, stayed on track 100% so far since tuesday. Meal out tomorrow night at cafe rouge, going to be good and stick as close to my syns as poss and I won't be drinking so that will save some syns, going to see if I can find syn values for some of the meals now so I've...
  234. vixmania41999

    Vikki's Lipsy Dress Journey

    Thanks little sausage! Was the gain expected? We all have our little blips, key is not to beat ourselves up too much, we're only human. I've had a really good day so far today, just taking it one day at a time now, keeping syns low during the week as hubby and I are going on a 'date' saturday...
  235. vixmania41999

    Vikki's Lipsy Dress Journey

    I'd majorly fallen off the wagon for the past 2 weeks, not measuring Hexs or counting syns, I've just had zero motivation. I've done loads of body magic though and I got my bronze and silver body magic awards this week!! Had W.I today and only put on 1lb even though I didn't even go last week so...
  236. vixmania41999

    NSVs - Non Scale Victories

    I tried my first weigh in trousers on the other day and I swear I could fit another person in there, a skinny person but another person all the same lol, they were HUGE!!! Felt great. Also my hubby is still complimenting me when he hugs me saying I'm shrinking and he can really tell I'm losing...
  237. vixmania41999

    My food diary -from flab to FAB (hopefully)

    I've been so busy only just realised not been on since monday...I've pretty much stayed on track...I won't bore you with 3 days worth of food diaries but I'll add todays. I didn't go back to next, they decided to finish the telemarketing campaign early due to system problems so been working on...
  238. vixmania41999

    My food diary -from flab to FAB (hopefully)

    Oh I forgot to say yesterday I made my own cheat version of the KFC and only 2 syns and it was scrummy, I'll add the recipie and pics tomorrow if I get a chance.
  239. vixmania41999

    My food diary -from flab to FAB (hopefully)

    Well tonight has been fun!! Got to work and we all got sent down to the restaurant instead of onto the floor and were told they were having system problems again like they were on friday and to just hang tight. 10 mins later they came in and said we were all being sent home (about 70 of us)...
  240. vixmania41999

    March challenge???

    1.5lbs off again. 7lb lost 3lbs away from my 10lb target :( Oh well its still half a stone! jellybeans -6lbs (6lbs to lose, 0lb lost) 4piggiepig's -8lb (1lbs to lose - 7lbs lost) aislingb-14lbs(8.5 lbs lost- 5.5 to lose) AJB - 6lbs (6lbs to lose - 0lbs lost) Alyce - 5lbs (5lbs to lose - 0lbs...
  241. vixmania41999

    Vikki's Lipsy Dress Journey

    Thanks hun. If I can keep to 7lbs a month I'll get to target just at the end of the year but it will probably this time next year allowing for the blips. Its not that long really when you think about it, I've been overweight my whole adult life so a year is nothing to get to where I want to be...
  242. vixmania41999

    My food diary -from flab to FAB (hopefully)

    Weigh in result Monday 28th March 2011 :party0049: I lost 1.5lbs again today, didn't meet my march challenge :sigh: (3lbs off) but I've still lost half a stone this month so can't complain really :D. Its still a loss and going in the right direction. I'm going to set myself another 10lbs for...
  243. vixmania41999

    Vikki's Lipsy Dress Journey

    1.5lbs off this morning, not hit my march challenge but I've still lost half a stone this month so happy with that I guess. I want to lost 2 stone from today before I go on holiday on my birthday (31st July) Thats 4 months away so 7lbs a month....I CAN DO THIS!!!!!
  244. vixmania41999

    My food diary -from flab to FAB (hopefully)

    Sunday 27th March 2011 :wavey:Wowzers.......I've not posted for 4 days :sign0007:. I've been so busy with work and haven't had time in the day as lappy is taking about an hour to start up when DD goes down for her nap, its so infuriating :mad: by the time I get on shes awake again so not been...
  245. vixmania41999

    My food diary -from flab to FAB (hopefully)

    Tuesday 22nd March 2011 :o Ok, so went slightly over my syns yesterday and did no exercise:booboo:. :( My daughter wasn't well all afternoon and I was absolutely exhausted by the time she went to bed, I had intended to do the shred but I was so tired again. :rolleyes: Different story today...
  246. vixmania41999

    Vikki's Lipsy Dress Journey

    Thats great chick, well done for staying on plan, I'm rubbish when I'm ill! Have a good week and keep up the good work xxx
  247. vixmania41999

    Vikki's Lipsy Dress Journey

    Hi Hun, thank you! I've been thinking of trying red days for a while, going to try and get my head round them this week. I can't wait to get my 2.5 shiney...hopefully next week. How are you getting on? xx
  248. vixmania41999

    Food Diary (...and the rest) of a Katerpillar

    Wow well done on the loss chick thats brill, bit weird about the height thing though, I've never used the boots scales so I don't really know how they could have got that so different....strange. I took measurements a couple of weeks before I started the shred so know they wouldn't be much...
  249. vixmania41999

    March challenge???

    1.5lbs off for me, not as much as I'd hoped but hey ho jellybeans -6lbs (6lbs to lose, 0lb lost) 4piggiepig's -8lb (3lbs to lose - 5lbs lost) aislingb-14lbs(7.5 lbs lost- 6.5 to lose) AJB - 6lbs (6lbs to lose - 0lbs lost) Alyce - 5lbs (5lbs to lose - 0lbs lost) ames - 10lbs (10lbs to lose...
  250. vixmania41999

    My food diary -from flab to FAB (hopefully)

    Monday 21st March 2011 :woohoo: Weigh in this morning and I lost 1.5lbs woop woop. Not as much as I'd hoped but its the right way. Especially as I'd thought I'd sts yesterday. All that gardening must have done something. Todays food looks like this: Breakfast: 2x alpen light bars (HexB)...
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