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  1. angelupnorth

    Welcome Back!

    Yayyyyyyyyyyy, I hadn't logged on for a while and was gutted to see it was bolo get active. So pleased your back and will find my way around the new site, Thanks admins x x
  2. angelupnorth

    Step 1 Sole Source Day 1 again, 6st off but 6st on !

    Can't resist posting this one Love my legs, hubby took this during a 40 second rain shower, just need to sort my tummy & arms and I will be happy. Sunday evening here, I plan to cut the carbs from Tue / wed ( a week before we get back to the Uk ) fingers crossed it will help get straight...
  3. angelupnorth

    Step 1 Sole Source Day 1 again, 6st off but 6st on !

    Morning all :-) Here in Dominican 0344 and wide wake due to change in time zone Me now :-) What a difference Cambridge makes ! Same shrug, dress 4 sizes smaller and feeling much more confident still with around 2 or 3 stone to go ! Trying to drink as much water as possible but...
  4. angelupnorth

    Step 1 Sole Source + It's my diary & I'll cry if I want to....

    Sending big virtual hugs Kira, Your having a awful time of it and I doubt anyone could have been on plan with so much going on. I can't add anything to what the others have said except I his or today is a brighter day for you x x
  5. angelupnorth

    Step 1 Sole Source Day 1 again, 6st off but 6st on !

    Morning all, Thanks for the nice words WPW, my ultimate goal is 10.7 :-) I aim to be there by Sept but that's because as always I have so many activities booked. The scales are still at 13.3 this morning which is still fab . . . . This weeks weigh in will be Friday then of course I will...
  6. angelupnorth

    Step 1 Sole Source Day 1 again, 6st off but 6st on !

    Morning all, day 3 back in track and so far a 7 lb drop :-) 13.3 this morning and I was 13.10 on Friday :-) Just shows the effect of carbs, lack of water and wine have on my body :-( Dreading my weigh in after my holiday but after that it's head down and on track to goal ! Off to...
  7. angelupnorth

    Step 1 Sole Source Day 1 again, 6st off but 6st on !

    Hi WPW, great to see you back ( its awfully quiet on here ) All good here after a short break with my friend, I had got down to 12.11 but am back up after time off plan. Today was 100% SS so tomorrow is another day 3 :-) How are you doing ? x x x
  8. angelupnorth

    Step 1 Sole Source Day 1 again, 6st off but 6st on !

    Day one ( again ) done ? 100% SS, 10 hour shift tomorrow so its going to take will power but then its day 3 and things will get easier . . Today has been fine as I think I'm sick of food and drink so have enjoyed not having anything :-) Here's to another good day tomorrow. Off to catch up...
  9. angelupnorth

    Step 1 Sole Source Day 1 again, 6st off but 6st on !

    OMG . . . . . . Fab few days away with my best friend but the scales are flipping horrendous A whopping 13.10 this afternoon. I've been away to Inverness & Edinburgh over indulged on a major scale and obviously that is reflected on the scales ! ! ! Nothing has passed my lips today...
  10. angelupnorth

    the times they are a changin......

    Fantastic :-) massive well done, great to see it can be done, your a real inspiration x
  11. angelupnorth

    Final countdown!

    Morning vita, Friday is almost here :-) It's no wonder you were a little anxious last week, a huge disappointment for you in having to wait the extra time to see your OH but I'm sure as always it will be worth the wait x x x
  12. angelupnorth

    My Personal Weight Loss Journey

    Morning Flick, Is the hen weekend this weekend ? Think how far you have come, think how much you've transformed your body, your image & your mind :-) I bet you can't wait for a good catch up with your friends etc and they will no doubt notice a huge difference which could be another boost...
  13. angelupnorth

    Step 1 Sole Source Day 1 again, 6st off but 6st on !

    Morning from a Sunny but bold Inverness :-) So far it's been fab :-) Nice walk along the river yesterday but not a king walk like my usual ones. Today we are off to Nairn for the day for a spa day etc no doubt a nice walk along the beach shall help blow off the cobwebs. Here's a pic from...
  14. angelupnorth

    Step 1 Sole Source Day 1 again, 6st off but 6st on !

    Just a quick one, Still here Still plodding on :-) Away tomorrow until Friday, Inverness & Edinburgh, lots if food and lots if drinks so I dread to think what the results will be at the weekend :-( I then have a clear 11 day stretch to pull it back ahead if my holiday to The Dominican :-)...
  15. angelupnorth

    Step 1 Sole Source + It's my diary & I'll cry if I want to....

    Day 11 / 12 already, That's flown by. Massive well done Kira, I love the tetra as they are so blooming easy for work :-) Keep it up my lovely x
  16. angelupnorth

    My Personal Weight Loss Journey

    Massive well done on another great day :-)
  17. angelupnorth

    Final countdown!

    Ahhhh vita, I'm sorry to hear he can't come when he had planned and I know it won't help you feel any better but the extra week is nothing, you two have a while future ahead of you. Don't best yourself up about the pizza, dust yourself down and got back in the zone, you know you will look &...
  18. angelupnorth

    My Personal Weight Loss Journey

    Sounds like a fab plan Flick, You do enjoy the running so I can only imagine you will get the same buzz from the gym and far more economical than a PT. Here's to a great end to the week for you, I know you can do it x x x
  19. angelupnorth

    Step 1 Sole Source Day 1 again, 6st off but 6st on !

    Just me again. . . . Just posting on Flicks diary and it got me thinking , It's taken me since 2012 to get back to where I am. I'm still not at goal, and ideally would like another 2st off BUT my approach has been much more relaxed. I know I could have been at goal had I not have had so...
  20. angelupnorth

    My Personal Weight Loss Journey

    Flick I feel your pain as I was like you but for me it was straight after the wedding, not knowing which route to follow. Once I felt comfortable it became so much easier just to eat again ( of course we all need to eat to survive but I went wild and the weight piled straight back on ) It's...
  21. angelupnorth

    Step 1 Sole Source Day 1 again, 6st off but 6st on !

    Morning all, Thanks for the kind words ( Kat blushes ) Thankfully I managed just about 100% yesterday :-) TOTM on it's way out and cravings most certainly subsiding ! Scales are a lot better this morning, Monday was 13.9 ( which was a huge gain from my 12.11 & 12.13 last week ) Today...
  22. angelupnorth

    Step 1 Sole Source Day 1 again, 6st off but 6st on !

    Then to now, I've got to concentrate on how far I've come instead if letting panic set in :-) Still much better with a cover up but will brave bikini shots once I have a tan :-) 100% on track so far, just over 2litre down so far ! ! !
  23. angelupnorth

    Step 1 Sole Source Day 1 again, 6st off but 6st on !

    Thanks as always for responding flick . . . . . . I know we are all in it together and I'm not happy your feeling the same but it helps to know I'm not the only one if that makes sense. I also know what I said last week still rings true, I'm self sabotaging as I know I'm going away soon...
  24. angelupnorth

    Step 1 Sole Source + It's my diary & I'll cry if I want to....

    Found you at last . . . . . . . Well done kira, we all know the 1st week can be the hardest :-) x x
  25. angelupnorth

    Detoxing with SnS

    Morning Kira . . . . . . How you doing ? Did you have weigh in last night ? x x x
  26. angelupnorth

    Final countdown!

    Yipppppeeeeeeeeeee massive well done Hun, your a true inspiration, you still have lots of nice time away and still have a great lifestyle but manage to cut back in the times in between. Fingers crossed the next 5 days fly by for you x x x
  27. angelupnorth

    My Personal Weight Loss Journey

    Flick your doing fab, 12.2 is amazing, massive well done. Also running for 25 mins is fantastic, massive pat on the back it must be such a buzz. I tried some slim n save products and loved the ones I tried. I'm sure it will work just as well for you and you will see those magical 11's very...
  28. angelupnorth

    Step 1 Sole Source Day 1 again, 6st off but 6st on !

    Morning all, not a perfect day but not horrendous . . . . . Very slight drop in the scales but I know it would have been so much better had I not have slipped up ( it's only ever evenings ) I think I'm picking at work as now I'm slightly smaller people find it acceptable for me to eat where...
  29. angelupnorth

    Step 1 Sole Source Day 1 again, 6st off but 6st on !

    OMG 13.9 this morning :-) I was blooming 12.13 the other day :-( Straight back on it and fingers crossed for a run tonight . . . . . No more excuses no more wasting time ! ! ! I have a week to try and get back into the 12's, doubt I will do it but can only give it my best shot x x x
  30. angelupnorth

    Step 1 Sole Source Day 1 again, 6st off but 6st on !

    Morning all, Disastrous weekend, not on plan AT ALL :-( Monday is here though so here we go again, just a week until my time away with best friend so I must reign it in before things get out of hand. Not got a clue what the scales will say as still TOTM but I'm not a quitter. I know I can do...
  31. angelupnorth

    Step 1 Sole Source Day 1 again, 6st off but 6st on !

    Morning all :-) Weighed in at work yesterday on our super scales 12.13 but mid afternoon, full uniform and TOTM has arrived ( a few days late but it's here with a vengeance ) Happy with my BP & heart rate etc Not sure how today will go as I'm off plan tomorrow, it's my drinking day...
  32. angelupnorth

    Final countdown!

    Yayyyyyy those 10's are yours my dear :-)
  33. angelupnorth

    Step 1 Sole Source Day 1 again, 6st off but 6st on !

    Just about to head off to work . . . . I think planning a jog / walk/ run will keep me on track so I've got my stuff ready and all being well if I'm home this evening by 2330 I shall go for a run:-) That should help me stay focused today . . . . . . Thanks again for all of the wise words...
  34. angelupnorth

    Step 1 Sole Source Day 1 again, 6st off but 6st on !

    Morning all, managed to her through yesterday ( just ) the scales still aren't my friends but I'm still PMT ( few days late again ) Very tired after another late shift. Back on my normal shift today & tomorrow so fingers crossed the next two days should be a little easier. Not a lot to...
  35. angelupnorth

    Step 1 Sole Source Day 1 again, 6st off but 6st on !

    Afternoon all, just about ready to leave for work. Still on track, one shake down and around 2 litre of water so far. I'm feeling pretty damn good but after the last few days I'm trying not to run away with myself . . . Praying its as easy as yesterday. I feel if I can get today done 100%...
  36. angelupnorth

    My Personal Weight Loss Journey

    Flick you post post post, we never get bored as we are all in the same boat. I ramble on here constantly and it's a fab way to get our thoughts out. Planning is as we all know the key to cracking this the only issue is that I sometimes don't stick to my plan lol. Your walking and running...
  37. angelupnorth

    My Personal Weight Loss Journey

    Hi flick, Pleased you had a good day yesterday. Here's to another one today :-) WE CAN DO THIS ! ! !
  38. angelupnorth

    Final countdown!

    Vita, your doing flipping fab ! I think it's always harder when those around us tell us we are perfect as we are, not to lose anymore etc etc Your other half is obviously like mine and although we should be pleased we ourselves have to be happy. I'm sure you will see those happy 10's by the...
  39. angelupnorth

    Step 1 Sole Source Day 1 again, 6st off but 6st on !

    Morning ladies :-) Up and bright & breezy this morning, scales show a nice drop which is enough to keep me on plan today ( all being well ) Coffee & water going down a treat. . . . Kira I think you were so right when you said about thinking about the triggers, I know I'm a emotional eater...
  40. angelupnorth

    Step 1 Sole Source Day 1 again, 6st off but 6st on !

    Thanks Kira, Still at work & most importantly still on track ( no pun intended ) This week has been pmt, stress and more emotional than normal with Mother's Day. I've always been a emotional eater and I know it just got the better of me but fingers crossed tomorrow will be another good day...
  41. angelupnorth

    Step 1 Sole Source Day 1 again, 6st off but 6st on !

    Thanks, the 12's were a magical moment and your right it's that feeling that lasts far longer than a very short lived high from ANY food :-) So far so good, at work for a good few hours but still 100% on track thank goodness x x
  42. angelupnorth

    Step 1 Sole Source Day 1 again, 6st off but 6st on !

    On way to work and 100% on track so far ! Thanks again ladies, if it wasn't for the support on social media I'm not sure I would have had a " good " morning ! X
  43. angelupnorth

    Step 1 Sole Source Day 1 again, 6st off but 6st on !

    Thanks Flick, it's so annoying how I can wake up full of focus and positivity yet a few hours late I've stuffed my face without even thinking. Vita, you said on flicks wall 2 days off plan can be put right in 2 days on plan. . . . . . . . I have a good few days before I go to Edinburgh so...
  44. angelupnorth

    Step 1 Sole Source Day 1 again, 6st off but 6st on !

    Morning all, major slip ups so the scales told me to get off this morning. I seriously think it's a panic with the holiday getting closer. My day in Edinburgh this weekend then 5 days away with best friend before the end if the month, it's like my brain knows I'm going to gain so thinking "...
  45. angelupnorth

    My Personal Weight Loss Journey

    Flick I've had a horrendous 48 hours so trust me I'm no where near you now :-( ( all post details on my page ) Hope your ok hunni, it's so easy to slip up and unfortunately the weight goes on far easier than it comes off. Snacking is so easy, Could it be because the wedding is getting...
  46. angelupnorth

    Step 1 Sole Source Day 1 again, 6st off but 6st on !

    Afternoon all, Thanks for all if the responses. It's not something I would undertake lightly and would talk with my GP again etc. I do know a lady who lost a lot and had virtually a full body lift. I still have around 2st to go so I guess I MAY feel better but only time will tell, it was...
  47. angelupnorth

    Step 1 Sole Source Day 1 again, 6st off but 6st on !

    Morning again . . . . . My morning has consisted of coffee, water and tinternet :-) I went thought this phase last time when I lost weight . . . . . Tummy tuck ? ? ? Obviously at 4stone down I have excess skin, there are a few things putting me off, The cost the pain The time off work...
  48. angelupnorth

    Step 1 Sole Source Day 1 again, 6st off but 6st on !

    Morning all, Another on plan day yesterday although I did have a couple if boiled eggs after my long walk but still on plan if that makes sense. Sunday and another week is almost upon us, tomorrow is 4 weeks until my holiday and yesterday I also had a small retail therapy fix, bought a few...
  49. angelupnorth

    Step 1 Sole Source Day 1 again, 6st off but 6st on !

    Nice walk with hubby, bloody freezing and windy but only the rain would have stopped me :-) Mission complete and now " lunch " and then I shall be getting ready for work oh the joys :-) Have a fab weekend everyone x
  50. angelupnorth

    Step 1 Sole Source Day 1 again, 6st off but 6st on !

    Evening all, A great 100% on plan day, 4.5 litres of water and I'm feeling tip top. Nice long walk with hubby in the morning, everything out ready & alarm set for 7am :-) Fingers crossed it's dry as rain will be the only thing to stop me ! I think Mother Nature is due next week so goodness...
  51. angelupnorth

    Step 1 Sole Source Day 1 again, 6st off but 6st on !

    Hi Julie It's called " BMI visualiser " Handy as a extra little boost as the numbers drop x
  52. angelupnorth

    My Personal Weight Loss Journey

    Step 5 will be the making of you ! I do think your ready for it, I think you've just been scared to take the leap of faith :-) Enjoy your weekend and good luck for the next exciting phase as always keep us posted every step of the way x x
  53. angelupnorth

    Step 1 Sole Source Day 1 again, 6st off but 6st on !

    Thanks Julie . . . . My BMI is so blooming close to being " healthy " so that's now a great motivator as well, I've lost a whopping 56 lb so far and I can so feel the benefits already of being lighter on my feet. Such a good mood this morning and well and truly in The Zone ahead of...
  54. angelupnorth

    Detoxing with SnS

    Morning Kira, Auto pilot is good if it keeps you on track. Good luck on the night out tonight, you've done incredibly well this past week so just think if that and if you do slip up this evening it's not the end if the world x x x
  55. angelupnorth

    My Personal Weight Loss Journey

    Morning flick, I have to say when I read what the others have said it makes complete sense. You do have a awful lot going on, I stuck with SS right up until the Eve of my wedding ( most if it was fear that my dress wouldn't fit combined with the worry I would look " fat " on photos so I stuck...
  56. angelupnorth

    Step 1 Sole Source Day 1 again, 6st off but 6st on !

    Morning all :-) After last nights starter job I slept like a baby. I was worried about being too hyper to sleep but I was out like a light. My plan would have been to go jogging tonight after work but I'm walking with hubby in the morning ( around 8 miles ) so I don't want to risk over doing...
  57. angelupnorth

    Step 1 Sole Source Day 1 again, 6st off but 6st on !

    Thanks ladies :-) 1st jog complete, just over 1 and a quarter miles in just under 15 mins, this is after a nine hour shift so I'm quite happy with that. I need to prepare more as I had phone in one hand ( to track it ) House keys in the other, normal bra not sports bra and my leggings...
  58. angelupnorth

    Step 1 Sole Source Day 1 again, 6st off but 6st on !

    Still no magic 12's. . . . . I have to confess to picking at things, something which I don't usually do :-( Evenings are my downfall so brace yourselves. . . I have my " jogging " stuff ready and after a 9 hour shift to London and back ( home around 23hr ) I'm going to go for...
  59. angelupnorth

    Step 1 Sole Source The Last Re-start!

    Morning all, after a fab shot at this in 2012 I've struggled ever since to get back into it and although some days are a struggle in just short of 4 st off since Oct and I am so pleased I've kept trying. You all know you can do it you just need to re convince yourself x x x
  60. angelupnorth

    the times they are a changin......

    10.8 is so close to your desired 10.7, certainly not worth any worry and especially as you know your keeping the reigns on a tight cord and doing great with getting the balance right, massive well done Jen. You've cracked it my love. Can I pick your brains . . . . Do you ever or have you...
  61. angelupnorth

    Step 1 Sole Source Day 1 again, 6st off but 6st on !

    Morning all another " near " perfect day yesterday. I'm trying in any way I can to be more active so have been taking the stairs at the metro and getting into the office before I start work etc . . . . . Climbed the stairs yesterday ( the lift wasn't even out of order lol ) Walk...
  62. angelupnorth

    Step 1 Sole Source Day 1 again, 6st off but 6st on !

    Just a quickie as I'm almost ready for work I thought I would share a non scale victory. . . . . My smallest work uniform is now far far to large ! This belt was " snug " at the start ! I just hope my new uniform arrives soon lol Off I go with a spring in my step x x x
  63. angelupnorth

    My Personal Weight Loss Journey

    Oh flick I love stewed plums but my ultimate favourite breakfast items are prunes and spiced mixed fruit. . . . . I can't wait to start eating " normal " food ( slightly off subject but I love prunes with a cheese board lol hubby thinks I'm weird ) Sometimes it's good to listen to our bodies...
  64. angelupnorth

    Step 1 Sole Source Day 1 again, 6st off but 6st on !

    Flick you will be doing 5k in no time :-) You seriously have embraced it, I just hope I'm as lucky as you and enjoy it once I start x x
  65. angelupnorth

    Step 1 Sole Source Day 1 again, 6st off but 6st on !

    I was typing as the same time as you. Flick it's your fault lol, you made me go buy them that's what I told my hubby anyway ! Your dedication to the running and the great progress you have made in such a short period of time has well and truly inspired me to take the 1st step and buy the...
  66. angelupnorth

    Step 1 Sole Source Day 1 again, 6st off but 6st on !

    Thanks Kira, it's the lovely Flick who has inspired me to even think about " jogging " I seriously did think about doing a short one last night after work but it was almost midnight so maybe not the best idea lol. I have thought about it in the past and have always wondered if it's worth the...
  67. angelupnorth

    Final countdown!

    Hope your ok Hun, Your Ex sounds a right wan*** ( sorry to swear ) great that you got straight back on plan. Hope you've had another good day :-)
  68. angelupnorth

    My Personal Weight Loss Journey

    Flick, sometimes we need a break and that's fine Hun, you have to do what is best for you. Pleased you will still be here and I know you will be fine :-) Good luck x x
  69. angelupnorth

    Step 1 Sole Source NEW CHALLENGE SUMMER 2015

    Not sure why everyone's didn't copy n paste ? ? Sorry ladies x
  70. angelupnorth

    Step 1 Sole Source NEW CHALLENGE SUMMER 2015

    Great idea, I have a all inclusive holiday between now and the end of may plus a 5 day break with my best friend so I'm going to be cautious and aim for 21lb I may get to it but with the off plan days it will be keeping it off in the long term. I'm starting this at 13.1 :-) Melissa85 - 45lbs...
  71. angelupnorth

    Step 1 Sole Source MARCH 2015 CHALLENGE

    As always I have a busy months socially so I'm going to aim for 10lb, Starting this months challenge at 13.1 Melissa85 - 14lbs Lucy1980 - 14lbs Angelupnorth - 10lb
  72. angelupnorth

    Step 1 Sole Source Day 1 again, 6st off but 6st on !

    Evening all, Not long in from work. Another on plan day and I even went so far as to go shopping this morning . . . . . . . . . . New trainers, ideal for walking and possibly jogging if I ever get around to it lol The lady sold them to me by saying they had great support for walking...
  73. angelupnorth

    the times they are a changin......

    Morning Jen, pleased your weekend was a good one. What I wouldn't give to be 10.10 or 10.7, Your doing fantastic and i have no doubt you will get down to the illusive 10.7 and like you say fluctuate between the two which is very good going :-) Keep up the fab work x
  74. angelupnorth

    Step 1 Sole Source Day 1 again, 6st off but 6st on !

    Thanks ladies, Another 100% day ( only day 2 again lol ) Just over 4 litre of water, 1x bar, 1x shake & 1x mushroom risotto :-) My next off plan days are 2 weeks away, a days drinking & food in Edinburgh on the Sat followed by a naughty Mother's Day meal on the Sunday, I then have a...
  75. angelupnorth

    Step 1 Sole Source + Becoming less than half the girl I was!

    That's fantastic ! ! ! Massive well done :-)
  76. angelupnorth

    Detoxing with SnS

    Well done on resisting the alcohol, It's always easy to say it to someone else but keep strong Kira, day 8 / 9 or day 1 again ! I know which I would rather. What a fab start to a new week you being in such a prime position ! You CAN do it x
  77. angelupnorth

    Step 1 Sole Source Day 1 again, 6st off but 6st on !

    So I managed yesterday 100% SS and completed another 2 mile walk , 1.5 miles whilst on a break at work and just around 1.75 miles getting home last night so I m pretty pleased with that. Scales at 13.2 this morning which is far better than it was after my blip but still not in the 12's...
  78. angelupnorth

    FEBRUARY 2015 CHALLENGE

    Started Feb with a recorded weight of 13.10 and am now 13.1 so a -9 for me on here but if I go by CDC I started feb at 13.13 so that would be a -12 loss this month :-) happy with that as I've had a weekend away and a couple of blips :-( Forever*autumn - 15lb Melissa85 - 11lbs -7 (4lbs to...
  79. angelupnorth

    FEBRUARY 2015 CHALLENGE

    Girls I'm a bit lost lol . . . My last weigh in with CDC has me at 13.1 so I will check my losses in here and update, fingers crossed March is better as I'm away in April x
  80. angelupnorth

    the times they are a changin......

    Hey Jen, hope this weekend is a kind one ? I know your like me and often have weekends planned ? How are you getting on ? x
  81. angelupnorth

    My Personal Weight Loss Journey

    Hey flick, hope its still going well, your meals always sound fab, did you have weigh in today ? I've had a busy couple of days, day 12 at work today but off tomorrow thank goodness. Jumped on the exercise bandwagon and managed just short of a 8 mile walk but will do further tomorrow. I...
  82. angelupnorth

    Minus 117 :)

    You will look fab in the dress, you have the most amazing staying power. Massive massive well done :-) Love your insta updates so keep em coming !
  83. angelupnorth

    Detoxing with SnS

    Your on a roll . . . . Day 6 = great willpower, massive well done my lovely. Those scales will no doubt be very very kind to you :-) it can be hard to get back into it after a break or a blip so seriously massive we'll done x x
  84. angelupnorth

    Step 1 Sole Source Day 1 again, 6st off but 6st on !

    Thanks kira . . . . Blooming kids, she's out, so as it often is a lot of worry over nothing but far better to be safe than sorry. On the plus side I managed just short of 8 miles, Will do more tomorrow Fingers crossed it counteracts last nights naughty blip. Just...
  85. angelupnorth

    Step 1 Sole Source Day 1 again, 6st off but 6st on !

    UPDATE On the plus side I'm up early to do my walk BUT the reason I had a bad day is my oldest granddaughter was taken into hospital via our local GP last night just as I was almost in London :-( we were mega busy at work and literally I was just stressed :-( I was there when she was born...
  86. angelupnorth

    Step 1 Sole Source Day 1 again, 6st off but 6st on !

    Uh oh ! :-( Bad day emotionally, crashed and burned in spectacular fashion ! ! ! God knows when I will see those pesky 12's
  87. angelupnorth

    Step 1 Sole Source Day 1 again, 6st off but 6st on !

    Morning all, Dreaded scales still at 13.1 but like I keep saying it won't topple me as I know they will drop. Not long been up so a nice long sleep last night and I plan on doing a nice long walk with hubby tomorrow morning AND Sunday morning. I don't class it as massive exercise as I walk...
  88. angelupnorth

    Step 1 Sole Source Day 1 again, 6st off but 6st on !

    Thanks . . . . . . I had some chicken today, I'm kind of resigned to the fact I'm here for the long haul . . But fingers crossed for a nice drop soon x x
  89. angelupnorth

    Step 1 Sole Source Day 1 again, 6st off but 6st on !

    Morning all, Just back from weigh in . . . . . I knew I wouldn't see those darn 12's but I will by the end of the weekend. Official weigh in was 13.1 :-( I can cope with that, just short of 4 st off so far, super happy if I'm honest. It's 26 days since she last weighed me and since then...
  90. angelupnorth

    Final countdown!

    Viita I gained 10 at one point in Dec but it was off within a week so don't worry, Straight back on it and it will be off before you know it. Your photos are lovely ! You look a fab couple and your roses are truly stunning. I bet your counting down to your next get together x x x
  91. angelupnorth

    Detoxing with SnS

    Day 4 already ! ! ! ! That's fab, well done Kira, you can do it, please don't doubt yourself x
  92. angelupnorth

    Step 1 Sole Source Day 1 again, 6st off but 6st on !

    Thanks ladies, I don't plan on switching From CWP until I'm happy at a much lower weight, what that weight will be I'm not exactly sure lol. Flick, your posts always make me think as I know how hard it is once we get comfortable with our new shape & size, you've done and are still doing fab, I...
  93. angelupnorth

    the times they are a changin......

    We both weigh in tomorrow with CDC. . . . . Super excited as although my losses on here are small that's because I log often but it's 26 days since last weigh in with CDC so a boost to see what the past month has done if that makes sense :-)
  94. angelupnorth

    Step 1 Sole Source Day 1 again, 6st off but 6st on !

    So I've been stalking on here, I keep changing my mind about what I want to get to and how I'm going to get there. Just less than 6 weeks until my holiday and I know obviously I will have awful gain after 2 weeks all inclusive, if you count our stay in London the night before and the day we...
  95. angelupnorth

    the times they are a changin......

    Morning :-) Hope your friend is on the mend soon. . . . . . . 10.8 is great, and your great for sticking with it ! Massive well done as we all know this is the tricky bit. I'm not sure I will ever get down to the 10's but I think your inspiring me more and more :-)
  96. angelupnorth

    Step 1 Sole Source Size 12 please Cambridge

    Morning, A good supportive consultant can be make it break ( although the support on here also helps ) Fingers crossed your headache isn't too bad. Lots of water my lovely and that should help. Hope you manage the 3rd product and generally have a better day :-) I shall update my diary as...
  97. angelupnorth

    Step 1 Sole Source Day 1 again, 6st off but 6st on !

    Morning all, Well the scales are still blooming 13.2 this morning so I can't see being in the 12's by tomorrow but just over 24 hours so I'm going to give it my all :-) Same shift at work so a few hours at home this morning, just enough time to pop chilli in the slow cooker for hubby and do...
  98. angelupnorth

    Step 1 Sole Source Day 1 again, 6st off but 6st on !

    Evening all, Just home ( almost midnight ) 4810ml water today and on track with the addition of a bit egg :-) Same shift again tomorrow, My last full day before weigh in on Thursday. Praying for even a tiny loss on the scales. 13.2 again this morning, doubtful of hitting the 12's Thur but...
  99. angelupnorth

    Step 1 Sole Source Day 1 again, 6st off but 6st on !

    Just checked and just done over 1000 steps getting to my local metro ( to get the train to work ) Almost 100kcal and just over half a mile lol It's the little things which add up I guess :-)
  100. angelupnorth

    Final countdown!

    Hey Viita, great to see you back and no shock that you had a fab time. Around a 4lb gain is nothing for the fun you've had and no doubt like you say it will be off very very soon. I agree on the stomach issues, my hubby loves seeing me naked ( Kat blushes ) but I hate it, I have to be feeling...
  101. angelupnorth

    Step 1 Sole Source Day 1 again, 6st off but 6st on !

    Feeling good, Off to work soon 2start, hopefully home by midnight, a long day but like I say I'm going to be as active as possible today. I've not checked how busy we are yet but hopefully enough to keep me moving ! Products in my bag and off for a shower, I'm so tempted to try some smaller...
  102. angelupnorth

    My Personal Weight Loss Journey

    Very well said as always :-) x x x x
  103. angelupnorth

    My Personal Weight Loss Journey

    Morning . . . . . . Fingers crossed for a better day today Flick, so frustrating for you that you were looking forward to a lovely meal and it wasn't as nice as you anticipated. Temptation is always there and will always be so we have to train ourselves to get straight back on it after what we...
  104. angelupnorth

    Step 1 Sole Source Day 1 again, 6st off but 6st on !

    Thanks flick it may sound silly but I never usually manage to refrain once I've had a couple of drinks so that magic 12 is certainly a great motivator, 13.2 again this morning with 48 hr to weigh in :-) I will indeed be drinking as much water as possible today & tomorrow, I generally have...
  105. angelupnorth

    Step 1 Sole Source Size 12 please Cambridge

    Morning honey, just catching up with your diary. Hope all went well with your CDC ? I have to say I'm not a fan of the Spag Bol but I love the risotto with a spoon of curry powder in it so I guess it's like everything it's all down to personal taste. I will be stalking you now as I agree...
  106. angelupnorth

    My Personal Weight Loss Journey

    I agree with a awful lot of the above and both the 5:2 and slimming world are options I will consider. Flick you do what is best for you my love. You've done amazing and it is all about maintaining / dropping the last bit. 2 further weeks on CWP could in theory be another half stone off...
  107. angelupnorth

    Step 1 Sole Source Day 1 again, 6st off but 6st on !

    Oh ladies, A work friend had a birthday in Say and we ended up at the pub after this evening, I did only have 2 G&T which for me is a achievement in it's self but I'm home now almost 1am and using all of my will power not to go to the kitchen and make a slice of toast but no way will I can't...
  108. angelupnorth

    Step 1 Sole Source Size 12 please Cambridge

    Just a quick hello Jade, I've found you now so shall read from the start later. Here's to a fab week for us all :-)
  109. angelupnorth

    Step 1 Sole Source Day 1 again, 6st off but 6st on !

    Morning all, I'm up bright and breezy, feeling good. The scales have dropped the tiniest bit but I'm happy to see any drop. I know from my past weeks that they will either STS for a few days so here's praying for another nicer drop by Thur. Not much to report so far today, water & coffee...
  110. angelupnorth

    Step 1 Sole Source Day 1 again, 6st off but 6st on !

    Thanks Hiney-j I'm going to hunt you down :-) Will catch up when I'm up to date with how your doing :-)
  111. angelupnorth

    Detoxing with SnS

    Morning Kira, any kind of long term relationship brake down is a stress, drain, worry & emotional roller-coaster. Sometimes we have to make the break for our long term sanity. Hope your ok. I'm not sure what clicked with me this time I think like everyone we just have to be in the Zone and tell...
  112. angelupnorth

    Step 1 Sole Source Day 1 again, 6st off but 6st on !

    Evening all, day 3 of 100% SS done and dusted ( again ) So pleased as I hate starting a new week being naughty. Monday morning will be here soon and day 4 is upon me. Ketosis will be kicking in again soon and I can't blooming wait to get back into cruise control. I ended today on 4900 ml of...
  113. angelupnorth

    Step 1 Sole Source Day 1 again, 6st off but 6st on !

    Thanks Kira, well done in a good day x x x
  114. angelupnorth

    Step 1 Sole Source Day 1 again, 6st off but 6st on !

    Hi there Gemsyp, good luck on your journey x
  115. angelupnorth

    Step 1 Sole Source Day 1 again, 6st off but 6st on !

    Good luck with the new CDC, hope it goes well :-) Have you started a diary ? Will have a look and stalk you x
  116. angelupnorth

    Detoxing with SnS

    We'll done my lovely :-) Day one leads to day two, start of a new week and a great way to start it ! x
  117. angelupnorth

    Step 1 Sole Source Day 1 again, 6st off but 6st on !

    Thanks :-) I ramble & waffle on at times but I guess that's the whole point. Our thoughts and feelings can be all over the place on this lol. How you doing ? x
  118. angelupnorth

    Detoxing with SnS

    Morning Kira, Hope things were good yesterday. Half term, children and all the activities naturally make for a harder week, don't be too hard on yourself and I agree one day on and one off is far better than none on :-) x x x
  119. angelupnorth

    Step 1 Sole Source Day 1 again, 6st off but 6st on !

    Morning ladies, Managed a semi on plan day yesterday, I left my shake & bar at home so ended up having salmon & egg ( fillings from our sandwiches at work ) lots of water and coffee and the scales are still showing 13.3 :-) I can live with that but am desperate to see the 12's by Thur when I...
  120. angelupnorth

    Step 1 Sole Source Day 1 again, 6st off but 6st on !

    Morning all, I have the Sat morning blues, blooming scales are still not my friend although I'm not shocked at that but I'm not giving up . . . . . . Far from it lol, 21 days until my next PLANNED off plan day if that makes sense. I have in my mind what I would like to wear so fingers crossed I...
  121. angelupnorth

    Step 1 Sole Source Day 1 again, 6st off but 6st on !

    Evening all :-) Managed today without issue 100% SS. Just over 4.5 litres of water, Although I feel super bloated I've had quite a few compliments today at work and I love it. This weekend should be a good one, looks like my next day off is Wed and weigh day is Thur so I must keep in track...
  122. angelupnorth

    Step 1 Sole Source Day 1 again, 6st off but 6st on !

    Morning all, Thanks for the nice words, I ended up going to bed around 4, awake now so not only a rubbish day but also a rubbish sleep. No water or coffee yet and I've usually had over 2litre by now :-( Will need to get straight back on track my focus now is next Thur with CDC for weigh...
  123. angelupnorth

    Step 1 Sole Source Day 1 again, 6st off but 6st on !

    Uh oh ! ! ! ! Not a good night at all, awful shift, freezing cold and succumbed to our 1st class food :-( I won't say what it was but not good at all and I could flipping kick myself. Just home and catching up on The famous Who killed Lucy, no point in going in about my slip up but For...
  124. angelupnorth

    Step 1 Sole Source Day 1 again, 6st off but 6st on !

    Afternoon ladies, Sorry for lack of posts, I'm doing strange shifts. My scales have stuck but I'm more than happy as still -1 from last week and after my weekend that's pretty good :-) A loss would be better but I envisaged a gain so I'm happy and still have hope of movement before Sat...
  125. angelupnorth

    Step 1 Sole Source Day 1 again, 6st off but 6st on !

    Evening all, Another shift over at work, Another 100% SS day & 4320 ml water done :-) Those scales had best show a nice drop by Sat ! Temptation was staring at me all day today in the form of our 1st class comps, Indian platter & beef steak cottage pie ! Both looked fab and both could...
  126. angelupnorth

    Step 1 Sole Source Day 1 again, 6st off but 6st on !

    1st shake down, just over 2 litre of water and almost time to head to work . . . . . I can feel today is another 100% SS day so here goes, onwards and downwards ! Have a good one everyone ! ! !
  127. angelupnorth

    Detoxing with SnS

    Morning Kira, Hope half term is going ok for you, social events and life will always get in the way for us but we have to live rather than just exist so don't be to hard on yourself :-) Keep up the good work x
  128. angelupnorth

    My Personal Weight Loss Journey

    Flick your dedication to the running us fab, most people would have used the app / phone as a excuse not to bother but not you ! There's no stopping you now. It's a shame it didn't track properly but you know what you achieved and that's all that matters, massive well done ! Great your...
  129. angelupnorth

    Step 1 Sole Source Day 1 again, 6st off but 6st on !

    Morning all, I could pretend I've tried to resist the scales but we all know I can't lol Prior to the weekend I was 13.4 ( I don't count the small numbers ) We all know I had a very naughty weekend and had a HUGE gain on Monday but it was mid afternoon when I weighed and I had drank lots of...
  130. angelupnorth

    Step 1 Sole Source Day 1 again, 6st off but 6st on !

    Evening all, Not long home from work. Another 100% SS day ( day 2 lol ) 4.5 litres of water down and looking forward to the scales tomorrow although I will be fuming if they jump up or STS, any loss by the weekend will be a bonus . . . I must repeat myself 50 times a day lol. I do think...
  131. angelupnorth

    My Personal Weight Loss Journey

    I would love to give up something but as I'm planning on doing SS for the next 25 days there isn't a great deal i can drop. Last year I tried & failed to give up Facebook :-) I did donate £100 to a teenage cancer charity for going back on my word but I just can't do without social media ! I...
  132. angelupnorth

    FEBRUARY 2015 CHALLENGE

    Forever*autumn - 15lb Melissa85 - 11lbs -5 (6lbs to go) Tiggemma - 10lbs -1 (9lbs to go) Lizwhite29 - 8lbs Emmamb - 14lbs - 10.5lbs (3.5 to go) Melinwelin - 9lbs - 4lbs (5lbs to go) Lucy1980 - 14lbs - 5 1/2 (8 1/2 to go) Mia - 10lbs - 3lbs, -1lb, -3lb (3lbs to go) emmapetty - 20lbs - 8lbs...
  133. angelupnorth

    My Personal Weight Loss Journey

    Morning Flick Planning is great and I'm sure it will help. Massive well done with the willpower. although I had a naughty weekend I didn't eat everything on my plate and the feeling of being able to choose to leave some is a great boost in itself so well done for resisting some if the more...
  134. angelupnorth

    FEBRUARY 2015 CHALLENGE

    Forgot to update at the weekend, I was 13.4 so that's another 2 off for me. Can't copy n paste on my phone, sorry will do it ASAP :-)
  135. angelupnorth

    Step 1 Sole Source Day 1 again, 6st off but 6st on !

    Morning all :-) Up bright and early this morning, a friends birthday, shopping delivery and then work later. Coffee and water going down as I type. The scales were OK this morning but I'm worried about the weekend still catching up with me tomorrow so will refrain from posting my weight...
  136. angelupnorth

    Step 1 Sole Source Day 1 again, 6st off but 6st on !

    Almost the end of Monday, I've managed to cling on to 100% SS by my fingernails, I've read a few good things today . . . . . . . . weighing less tomorrow is worth going to bed hungry :-) Obviously after the weekend I'm well and truly out of ketosis but needs must and I MUST stick with...
  137. angelupnorth

    My Personal Weight Loss Journey

    Flick, your doing fine and it will just click again and you will go back to finding it a bit easier again. Weekends / leisure time is always going to be a bit more of a struggle but a STS is great, you had a meal with OH and you don't have a lot left to go so the losses always slow . . . . Your...
  138. angelupnorth

    Step 1 Sole Source Day 1 again, 6st off but 6st on !

    Flick, I always say these bits are the easiest . . . . . Moving up & Maintnance is by far much much harder so huge pat on the back as your sticking with it. It's so easy to get complacent once we are comfy with our new shape. hubby keeps telling me I'm fine how I am, I know he's kind of right...
  139. angelupnorth

    Step 1 Sole Source Day 1 again, 6st off but 6st on !

    Morning all, Hope everyone had a fab weekend ? Will catch up once I'm home. Currently on the train back from York after a fab 2 night break with hubby. Sat was a early start getting there and straight to the Outlet for shopping, lots of fab goodies for us both then into York itself and a few...
  140. angelupnorth

    My Personal Weight Loss Journey

    Your food sounds fab and great that you enjoyed the time with your OH. Your 2lb on the scales will soon be gone and I bet you have a good weigh in this week. Flick your seriously inspiring me to " think " about doing a bit running. I'm still over 13st so maybe not a good idea at the moment...
  141. angelupnorth

    Detoxing with SnS

    Kira, 1st of all I'm sure you didn't look like a sausage ! ! ! ! Secondly a bit wine with your DH is in many ways part if life, there is no point in just existing, we need to live a little along the way. I'm away with hubby this weekend and as much as I'm looking forward to it am dreading...
  142. angelupnorth

    Step 1 Sole Source Day 1 again, 6st off but 6st on !

    Morning all, Last chance today before my weigh in tomorrow & weekend away with hubby, Coffee & water in hand, half hour wake up time then time to blitz the house & a mini pamper session :-) I will have another 100% SS day & pray for a loss by tomorrow, TOTM still here . . . . . Blooming...
  143. angelupnorth

    the times they are a changin......

    10.9 is blooming fab ! I suspect we will always have it in us to be a binger, it's all about keeping it in hand or pulling it back if we do happen to have a naughty day or two. You will do great for your next weigh in, I wish I had nothing planned this weekend, it's weight on weight off with me...
  144. angelupnorth

    Step 1 Sole Source Day 1 again, 6st off but 6st on !

    Good evening all, The day isn't over but 100% SS ( so far ) 3.5 litre of water and a positive mind as always. Non scale victory today i managed to buy a new top in a smaller size. It's the little things which matter lol. The scales have been the same for 3 days, I'm still TOTM but praying...
  145. angelupnorth

    My Personal Weight Loss Journey

    Flick your doing fab with the running . . Great dedication to take your kit with you, especially when you have plans this evening, I'm sure by the end of the month you will be back where you want to be :-) Enjoy your evening :-)
  146. angelupnorth

    Final countdown!

    Silly to say it but have a fab time :-) Can't wait to hear all about it upon your return :-)
  147. angelupnorth

    Step 1 Sole Source Day 1 again, 6st off but 6st on !

    Another 100% day under my belt as they say. Home now and 5 days off :-) BB switched off and usually I would have a G&T in hand to celebrate the start of a nice few days off but it's almost midnight & I'm so rock n roll I've succumbed to a salted caramel green tea lol ! I have my grandson for...
  148. angelupnorth

    the times they are a changin......

    Well done Jen, it's great to pull it back after a weekend / off plan day. Your doing fab as always. The fact you have no plans this weekend will certainly go in your favour and your going to have a great weigh in this week. Massive well done as always :-)
  149. angelupnorth

    My Personal Weight Loss Journey

    Morning flick, your planning post is great, I can sense the positivity. Have a fab evening with your OH and here's to a nice weigh in ahead at the weekend, you can do this x
  150. angelupnorth

    Step 1 Sole Source Day 1 again, 6st off but 6st on !

    Morning all, Another 100% day yesterday. TOTM here and knocked me for 6 yesterday at work. Just awake now and praying the scales go down by the weekend as a slight gain which can only be down to TOTM :-( Nothing else to report, usual grumpy moods with TOTM but hanging on by my fingernails...
  151. angelupnorth

    Final countdown!

    Vita you must feel like your walking on air, everything is falling into place for you and by god you deserve it ! Great to see your so happy, the excitement shows through in your posts ! ! ! Your doing fab. I've not been to NYC but it's on my hit list ( I just dread to think of the shopping...
  152. angelupnorth

    Step 1 Sole Source Day 1 again, 6st off but 6st on !

    Thanks ladies, Another fab day yesterday. STS on the scales today but no shock as I dropped most days last week and TOTM was due yesterday. Another 3 days ahead at work which keeps me busy, so far I'm doing well at resisting the 1st class comps, not easy as I work a afternoon tea train on my...
  153. angelupnorth

    My Personal Weight Loss Journey

    Flick, Your CDC should support and motivate you, such s Shane as there are some fantastic ones out there ( over the years I've tried 4 and their support has varied between each one so please don't take any notice of her ) I think your doing flipping fab with the running, the whole principle of...
  154. angelupnorth

    FEBRUARY 2015 CHALLENGE

    Thanks :-)
  155. angelupnorth

    Detoxing with SnS

    Hi Kira, As you know we all go through phases and I have no doubt you will be feeling much more positive again soon, any VLCD is so restricting especially when in a fab place with so much to offer. Hope you've had a good weekend x x
  156. angelupnorth

    Step 1 Sole Source Day 1 again, 6st off but 6st on !

    Morning all, Another good day under my belt yesterday and another small loss. . , TOTM due this weekend but no sign as of yet so I'm thrilled with Any loss. . . Those 12's are calling my name but I'm away 2 nights next weekend :-( March is also a busy social month with 5...
  157. angelupnorth

    FEBRUARY 2015 CHALLENGE

    Not sure how I'm on this one twice ? Will update once I can get on a device where I can copy n paste. Good luck everyone x
  158. angelupnorth

    My Personal Weight Loss Journey

    Ooooh Flick the Dress trying will be interesting. I had to buy a new dress around 3 months prior to mine as they couldn't take mine in enough :-) I love the dress I ended up with though. I just hadn't been confident enough to buy a much much smaller one than the one I started, my original...
  159. angelupnorth

    My Personal Weight Loss Journey

    Just catching up, Pleased you had a great day yesterday and your dong fab with the running :-) It is so very very hard to move up the steps. I always say losing it is by far the easy bit, once we are in Ketosis it's all in the mind but moving back up is certainly the struggle, I don't know...
  160. angelupnorth

    FEBRUARY 2015 CHALLENGE

    Will update ASAP but I'm 13.6 this morning so -4 for me I started this at 13.10 but had been 13.13 the day prior ( last sat ) so in reality I've lost -7 this week
  161. angelupnorth

    Step 1 Sole Source Day 1 again, 6st off but 6st on !

    Morning all, hope everyone is doing well. I had a " slight " slip up on Wed evening, Nothing major and this morning the scales are kind :-) 13.6 ( I never count the small numbers ) I was 13.13 last Sat with CDC, 13.10 last sun 13.12 last mon Just shows how the scales fluctuate...
  162. angelupnorth

    Step 1 Sole Source Day 1 again, 6st off but 6st on !

    Morning all :-) Yesterday was another 100% SS day. I'm itching to weigh ( I usually do it daily but hospital appt with my daughter before work this morning ) routine check. Today will be day 4 100% SS again so Ketosis may be here now if not it will be in full swing tomorrow which is great...
  163. angelupnorth

    My Personal Weight Loss Journey

    Sounds fab flick, hope you had a lovely evening :-) Great will power to be able to cook and remain in control x
  164. angelupnorth

    Step 1 Sole Source Day 1 again, 6st off but 6st on !

    Almost 2 litres of water down, will have my 1st product of the day soon then think about getting ready for work. My shift today is 3 to 23.30 so I will have a ready shake before I leave then one when I get to work followed by my bar around 7pm . . . . . I find water easy at work as we have...
  165. angelupnorth

    My Personal Weight Loss Journey

    Morning ladies . . . . Massive well done on the 2nd run Flick, baby steps lead to big steps. I wish I had a bit more get up and go. I also agree with the others January has been a pants month for most of us. I think getting back on track after Xmas has been a challenge but we all know its...
  166. angelupnorth

    Step 1 Sole Source Day 1 again, 6st off but 6st on !

    Morning all, yesterday was day 2 off 100% SS and I nailed it :-) Bring on day 3 because today is the last day I will see that darn 13.8 ! ! ! I've seen this number on and off for a few weeks but it will not be re appearing this time ! I've got my mojo back. 9 weeks to my holidays, lots...
  167. angelupnorth

    the times they are a changin......

    I think that's a good motivator in itself, stay in plan from now to Friday and then have a fab night out with your friend at the weekend :-)
  168. angelupnorth

    Final countdown!

    Vita, the scales do strange things especially if we are not feeling 100%, hope your ok and your trip will be well worth the wait x x
  169. angelupnorth

    My Personal Weight Loss Journey

    Fab that you took the first steps ( no pun intended ) Well done as we all need to start somewhere. I'm sure it must be quite a buzz, are you tracking it ? There's a fab app called Map my run, I'm Sure you already have something but just thought I would mention. Step 3 feels a million miles...
  170. angelupnorth

    Step 1 Sole Source Day 1 again, 6st off but 6st on !

    Morning Hun, I'm sticking with my green dot diary which is a boost as a new month = a new page and no red dots. Yesterday was a green and I have two yellow dots already in for Valentines weekend which is a planned break but my mission this month is to fill it with green dots only. Apart from...
  171. angelupnorth

    Back for the last time (oh that old chestnut!)

    12.12, well done. It's always fab to drop down into the next stone, 19 days already, it's flown by. Enjoy the new car :-)
  172. angelupnorth

    the times they are a changin......

    Morning Jen, Hope you've had a nice chilled weekend ? I also agree about clothes being a good guide, I can always tell when I'm bloated and retaining water etc also basic things like my rings getting tight . . . Anyway another Monday is here and a new month is ahead of us, here's to a good...
  173. angelupnorth

    Hi I'm new

    Sorry for the late response . . . . . The shop is open to anyone, it's a boutique downstairs and upstairs she has all of her Cambridge products etc etc, the shop is called Unique boutique you could call her and have a chat. Sometimes it's nice to see all of the products but my consultant has...
  174. angelupnorth

    My Personal Weight Loss Journey

    Morning Flick, hope you had a fab weekend. I'm yet to try the Cambridge Spag Bol I'm a salt person so if its salty it could be the savoury fix I need at times. I have some and will maybe try tomorrow for lunch. Did you get time to fit in the couch to 5k, I would live to run but have to...
  175. angelupnorth

    Detoxing with SnS

    Kira, the month of Jan was a wasted month for me . . . . . It's so easy how the time can slide by, you know you can make this your week to get back in the Zone, Your right you've done it before and you can do it again . . . . . Scrap that you WILL do it again, Mondays are always a great place...
  176. angelupnorth

    Step 1 Sole Source Day 1 again, 6st off but 6st on !

    Morning Kira, I'm so pleased I managed 100% yesterday as I'm working the next 3 days so by my day off on Thur I should be in ketosis and it will make my day off less of a challenge. I have weighed this morning and as I suspected I have had a little gain 13.12, the weekend has caught up with...
  177. angelupnorth

    FEBRUARY 2015 CHALLENGE

    Count me in ! I need a good month with me messing around so I'm aiming for -14 Signed in at 13.10 today 1st feb :-) Forever*autumn - 15lb Melissa85 - 11lbs Tiggemma - 10lbs Lizwhite29 - 8lbs Emmamb - 14lbs Melinwelin - 9lbs Lucy1989 - 14lbs Mia - 10lbs...
  178. angelupnorth

    Step 1 Sole Source Day 1 again, 6st off but 6st on !

    Not sure how but I've done it. . . . . . 100% SS today with a hangover from hell its been far from easy but tomorrow will be day 2 again rather than day 1 and I know I'm going to be so much happier that I've done it today. Food yesterday wasn't to bad, starter was black pudding with...
  179. angelupnorth

    Step 1 Sole Source Day 1 again, 6st off but 6st on !

    Afternoon all . . . . . I ve been off plan since my last post, all unplanned and I think it was partially stress and the fact I knew I was going out last night so kind of thought I may as well as I would be being naughty any way. I was going to have a hangover / naughty day today BUT I'm...
  180. angelupnorth

    Step 1 Sole Source 3rd Time Lucky!

    I fell off the wagon last night but straight back on track this morning. I've messed about for ages with loads of planned " off plan " days but am 3 stone lighter than when I started but will concentrate on that and getting more off . Here's to another good day for us all :-)
  181. angelupnorth

    My Personal Weight Loss Journey

    Hope your feeling better today Flick, it's awful to feel poorly anytime but when on a VLVD it's always a lot worse. Big big hugs hunni. I'm sure you will get back into the swing of things soon x
  182. angelupnorth

    Hi I'm new

    You always think your the only one on Cambridge, fab there are " local " girls. . . . I think far more do this than we realise x
  183. angelupnorth

    Step 1 Sole Source Day 1 again, 6st off but 6st on !

    " Confession " We had a blooming take away as if that's not bad enough it was late when we had it so the scales are not my friend this morning ! My official weigh in is 48 hours away and I'm going to be around what I was in Dec. I'm off plan on Sat due to a planned afternoon / evening with...
  184. angelupnorth

    Step 1 Sole Source Day 1 again, 6st off but 6st on !

    Evening all. . . . . Baby is a diva with Talipes, it looks like the rest was worry for nothing. Fingers crossed the Amnio doesn't have any consequences and all should progress. Once baby ( Katy ) is born they will assess and progress with treatment quite fast and she should be ok by the she...
  185. angelupnorth

    Step 1 Sole Source Day 1 again, 6st off but 6st on !

    Thanks Hun, that's very nice of you . . . . D day today , phone on loud, pot if coffee and trying to keep myself busy. Will let you all know as soon as I hear but thank you all for your kind thoughts and wishes x x
  186. angelupnorth

    Detoxing with SnS

    Morning Kira, I fully agree with ANY vlcd it's mind of matter, You will click again and will feel fully focused again. It's a nightmare feeling in the zone one moment then not the next but it must be extra hard with your work / life situation, it's almost like a double life. I can only...
  187. angelupnorth

    Step 1 Sole Source Day 1 again, 6st off but 6st on !

    Thanks Jen, They had said we may receive a call today after 4 but we didn't so it will be tomorrow now ( wed ) I'm just in from work & had my phone in my hand for almost a hour between 4 and 5 keep checking it. One moment I feel it will all be ok ( she does have Talipes but with the worry...
  188. angelupnorth

    Step 1 Sole Source 3rd Time Lucky!

    Hay Shane, Hope your doing ok Hun ? ? ? x
  189. angelupnorth

    the times they are a changin......

    Can't beat a bit of flattery ( although you do look fab so It doesn't surprise me you received attention ) I also think our confidence shines out and drawers people in ! A good night out also makes a good but naughty food day the next day ( I had a belly busting breakfast last week in...
  190. angelupnorth

    My Personal Weight Loss Journey

    Here's to a good day my lovely ! ! ! You have done so well Flick, your transformation is great and we do start to feel more comfortable therefore sticking to plan doesn't feel as important as it once did. You will crack it, you have your wedding to keep you in track and that's a huge...
  191. angelupnorth

    Step 1 Sole Source Day 1 again, 6st off but 6st on !

    Morning all, Today the scales are still + 1 lb, I'm going to stick with Cambridge only products and see how it goes. Full shift at work today so a bit extra activity compared to my days off. Walk to & from my station is around 1.2 miles In total, not a lot at all but I track it and then walk...
  192. angelupnorth

    Step 1 Sole Source Day 1 again, 6st off but 6st on !

    Evening all . . . . . Another 100% SS day :-) I'm a bit muddled as I've had a 1 to 2 lb gain in the past couple of days, I have not swayed except in the respect of products . . . . I've had a mixture of CWP, exante & slim n save ( I bought a mixture from eBay ) That is the only...
  193. angelupnorth

    Buddies wanted. Starting Friday

    That's fantastic ! Well done :-)
  194. angelupnorth

    what made you choose a VLCD?

    Similar to yourself . . . . I lost 6.5 stone in 2012 in 6 months . . . If I were to do slimming world or WW it would have taken me three times the amount of time and I know I just wouldn't stick to it for low losses. I am thinking of slimming world as a way of life when I have less to go but...
  195. angelupnorth

    Step2 810kcal guess who's back!

    Hi purple flower . . . . . Lots of us still here but a quiet weekend I think. How you doing ? ?
  196. angelupnorth

    Step 1 Sole Source Day 1 again, 6st off but 6st on !

    Morning all, Today is my 1st full day back at work, full time & full shifts :-( As much as I blooming well love my job I've not done it since June last year due to my back problems and other medical issues which are now under control. My whole routine is going to have to change. I've had...
  197. angelupnorth

    the times they are a changin......

    I feel the same about Gin lol Enjoy x x
  198. angelupnorth

    Detoxing with SnS

    Kira, your right life does get in the way and it's good to enjoy or what's the point. Unplanned maybe better than planned as at least you didn't stress before the event. Have a " normal " day & then crack on as usual, fingers crossed we both have a good week next week x x
  199. angelupnorth

    Step 1 Sole Source Day 1 again, 6st off but 6st on !

    Thanks WPW , Some things I notice a huge difference other things not so much. I'm miser certainly feeling much more active & flexible ( not sure how much of that is the weight loss and how much is a improvement in my bad back ) Clothes wise my stuff must have been cutting me in two as some...
  200. angelupnorth

    Step 1 Sole Source Day 1 again, 6st off but 6st on !

    Morning all, After a rubbish start to the week I tried to pull my socks up as I know eating and falling off track won't help my daughter or myself. I'm so pleased I've had a better end to the week. . . . . . 13.8 at last ( not a massive drop but my lowest for around 2 years ) It now...
  201. angelupnorth

    January 2015 challenge

    -3 for me, 13.9 today, will copy & paste as soon as I can :-) Angelupnorth -14 -7 ( 7 to go ) Tiggemma - 10 - 2 (8lb to go) bessie - 14, -8 ,6 to go Tinkerbella - 7 (4lbs to go) Lizwhite29 - 21 -12 (9 to go) Thisisreallyit - 21 Traceywise2002 - 21 Mrsmya - 20! -3 (17lb to go) Berry1 - 20...
  202. angelupnorth

    Step 1 Sole Source 3rd Time Lucky!

    Good point, the milk may help Shane :-)
  203. angelupnorth

    Hi I'm new

    Hi there it's on Park view in Whitley Bay x
  204. angelupnorth

    Step 1 Sole Source 3rd Time Lucky!

    I'm sure you will have a fab loss this week ! Keep strong & it will DROP off x x
  205. angelupnorth

    Step 1 Sole Source Day 1 again, 6st off but 6st on !

    Morning all, 13.9 this morning which is what I was last week. Very happy to be back here BUT just shows I've wasted a full week by having a few very naughty days. . . . . It's so not worth it. 2 stone 2 lb from my upper goal of 11.7 and I know I can do that by my holiday in just over 10...
  206. angelupnorth

    Hi I'm new

    Morning or at least it is here in the UK. I'm from Tyne Wear ( around 11 miles from Newcastle ) Cambridge is pretty popular here, I have about 8 consultants within a 10 mile radius one if whom has a Cambridge shop :-)
  207. angelupnorth

    Step 1 Sole Source Day 1 again, 6st off but 6st on !

    Evening all, My little dude is fast asleep so just another quick one. 100% SS day again today and a short walk with him in his buggy ( around a hours walk ) As you can see and as I've said on here a few red dots for unplanned days but still happy with the green ones, long may they...
  208. angelupnorth

    Step 1 Sole Source Day 1 again, 6st off but 6st on !

    Just a quick one ) Need 2 more off ( 13.9 ) my lowest last week before my naughty weekend. My little dude will be here soon but I just had to share, Coffee going down a treat & a good day ahead. Hope everyone is ok x
  209. angelupnorth

    Hi I'm new

    Morning, I tend to have ready shakes, bars or now I love the Spag Bol or the risotto so I feel like I'm having food :-) How you getting on ? X
  210. angelupnorth

    Step 1 Sole Source Day 1 again, 6st off but 6st on !

    Evening all, Another 100% SS day today :-) Thank goodness. Around 4 litre of water and no issues at all . . . . I have 10 days until my next planned day off so fingers crossed I can make it through them all 100% SS. I'm off work the next two days but on granny duties so may not get time to...
  211. angelupnorth

    Step 1 Sole Source 3rd Time Lucky!

    Hope you still went for Weigh in ? Keep going Hun, we all have slip ups, it's human nature. If it were easy we would all be slim ! Hope your ok x
  212. angelupnorth

    Detoxing with SnS

    Oh my Lordy ! ! ! The 9's :-) That's flipping fantastic, massive well done x
  213. angelupnorth

    Back for the last time (oh that old chestnut!)

    Loving this . . . . I'm also a big social drinker ( G&T ) we all know when we drink we eat so your diary is great for me and I love your humour & honesty. Keep up the good work :-)
  214. angelupnorth

    Hi I'm new

    Hi Katrina and well done on doing 4 weeks so far :-) I agree it's a fab plan and like you say the results are so fast it keeps us on track. I lost 6.5 stone in 2012 and started Cambridge again, I currently have around 2.5 stone to go but may want to drop more once I get there. Are you...
  215. angelupnorth

    fitbit...what is it?Is it worth it?

    Can I sync a fit bit with iPad / iPhone ? My laptop is so slow I maybe only use it once or twice a year ( not even sure where it is lol ) I'm so tempted to get a fitbit though :-) Does everyone think the steps etc are accurate ?
  216. angelupnorth

    Final countdown!

    Just had a quick catch up, It's so good to see you extra happy, I'm sure things will work out great for you. Your a true inspiration a few lbs away from goal and you get it back off again, you don't throw the towel in, you don't have a strop, you do what you know works and that's dedication...
  217. angelupnorth

    Step 1 Sole Source Day 1 again, 6st off but 6st on !

    Thanks Kira, Weighed in this morning at 13.13 any drop is a victory, I was 14.4 Monday. Hopefully by the weekend I will have another drop. Full steam ahead, no time for slacking. Like most people I wake up and look at the day ahead with a positive mindset. Chillin in the slow cooker...
  218. angelupnorth

    Step 1 Sole Source Day 1 again, 6st off but 6st on !

    Thanks again everyone . . . . Life is like a soap opera at times so I'm used to drama but not quite as awful or stressful as this. Somehow I have managed a 100% SS day today and 4 litre of water, A green dot in my diary ( unlike the past few days which have been naughty Red dots ) I guess...
  219. angelupnorth

    the times they are a changin......

    I'm off for a few days and look what I miss, massive pat on the back hunni, it was always only a matter of time but I'm super pleased for you. Please keep posting for your maintenance as I know all of us who are still SS will like to read how you get on . . . Again massive well done I...
  220. angelupnorth

    Detoxing with SnS

    Good luck with WI Kira x
  221. angelupnorth

    My Personal Weight Loss Journey

    Hey Flick, have a great few days away, its nice just to have a break . . . . Love the planning and taking a whisk etc Catch up upon your return x x x
  222. angelupnorth

    Step 1 Sole Source Day 1 again, 6st off but 6st on !

    Thanks Flick, enjoy your few days away :-) well done on the loss, so very very close to your upper goal x Weighed in this morning at 14.1 so minus 3 from yesterday but still way above my Friday weigh in . . . . Of 13.9 but I will get back there by the end of the week all being well...
  223. angelupnorth

    Step 1 Sole Source Day 1 again, 6st off but 6st on !

    Evening all, thank you for the kind words . . . . We arrived for the appointment today and thought the scan was just about her feet BUT consultant took us into a side room and they think there could be a few more issues so after a good talk with consultant my Daughter is having a amneo on...
  224. angelupnorth

    Step 1 Sole Source Day 1 again, 6st off but 6st on !

    Thanks ladies, I'm avoiding the scales for a few days. Up & trying to get some if my water intake., We see the specialist at noon but no matter what I'm not going to turn to blooming food. I have two weeks until my next night out and only 11 weeks to my holiday so I must knuckle down. Will...
  225. angelupnorth

    Step 1 Sole Source Day 1 again, 6st off but 6st on !

    Evening all, Had a mixed few days . . . . Eventually managed to drop bellow the dreaded 13.12 and hit a fabulous 13.9. That was Friday morning then things went wrong, my oldest daughter had a 20 week scan and we found out there are a few issues with the baby :-( We know for sure...
  226. angelupnorth

    Detoxing with SnS

    Sorry Kira, I know It shouldn't have but your comment about the on train loo made me smile . . . . That's my worry with all of the water at work, I have to admit sometimes our loo's aren't the bests I even I avoid them if I can. Your obviously a good friend to stay on the phone when your...
  227. angelupnorth

    Step 1 Sole Source Day 1 again, 6st off but 6st on !

    Thanks Kira . . . I felt sorry for him in the end as I can have quite a sharp tongue lol :-) Here's to another fab day tomorrow x
  228. angelupnorth

    Step 1 Sole Source Day 1 again, 6st off but 6st on !

    Evening all . . . . . Tail end of TOTM and thankfully I've survived the cravings and emotions. Day 14 of my 95 day holiday countdown, a rocky start on days 2 & 3 but thankfully 100% SS since then. 81 days until Our holiday and I'm feeling pretty confident of getting into the 11's by then...
  229. angelupnorth

    Step 1 Sole Source Day 1 again, 6st off but 6st on !

    Morning all, Day 5 of 5 at work, my longest stretch since June so I'm ready for my long weekend off after today's shift. Avoided the scales this morning as I don't want another blooming STS even though I know it's due to TOTM it's always quite frustrating when we know we have been 100% ...
  230. angelupnorth

    My Personal Weight Loss Journey

    Morning hunni, I'm sure you littles " tastes " won't have any reflect on the scales. Great willpower just have such a small amount often I'm tempted but unsure if I have that tiny amount it would topple me and I would eat more so huge respect for being so strong. It's also great that you took...
  231. angelupnorth

    Step 1 Sole Source Day 1 again, 6st off but 6st on !

    Evening all, another day, another green dot :-) 100% SS. Tomorrow is 82 days until my holiday and the thought of feeling so much better is great, the thought of all those smaller clothes is equally as good. I have several smaller holiday items I want to get back into so fingers crossed...
  232. angelupnorth

    the times they are a changin......

    Just catching up. . . . . Fantastic loss especially as your so close to goal ! You will be at your 10.7 in no time, massive well done hunni x x
  233. angelupnorth

    Step 1 Sole Source Day 1 again, 6st off but 6st on !

    Morning all :-) I'm so pleased I came in here last night as I would have felt awful had I of caved last night Still 13.12 this morning but day 3 of TOTM so still praying for a small loss by the weekend. I forgot to mention I was on our super scales at work yesterday. They do weight...
  234. angelupnorth

    My Personal Weight Loss Journey

    Good morning lovely lady :-) That's great willpower to resist cheesecake especially at TOTM, my cravings have been mental this month so I feel your pain. Fingers crossed for a nice easy day, loving the forward planning and taking your tea this evening :-) x
  235. angelupnorth

    Step 1 Sole Source Day 1 again, 6st off but 6st on !

    Flick it's all go for you from now until the wedding, dress fittings, supervising the suits lol and the all important hen weekend :-) it's all go and all super exciting. I'm a control freak and planned my own hen weekend lol although the girls did add some touches. Today has been another...
  236. angelupnorth

    Step 1 Sole Source 3rd Time Lucky!

    Well done on the loss :-) Half a stone already, it's great to get back into it. How did you find the Spag Bol ? I love the lemon bar and may have one now I've read this. . . . That's this evenings choice sorted lol. Hope you've had another fab day x
  237. angelupnorth

    Step 1 Sole Source Day 1 again, 6st off but 6st on !

    Morning all, another day is upon us, and another daily WI STS this morning ( 13.12 ) which I'm happy with ( TOTM ) I would like a small loss by Sat so keeping fingers crossed. I'm well and truly back in The zone after the festive season which now feel like a distant memory. I know I'm...
  238. angelupnorth

    Step 1 Sole Source Day 1 again, 6st off but 6st on !

    Evening all, As always thanks for all of the comments and support :-) I'm feeling the love on here, super supportive as always. Another 100% SS day today. Not hungry at all but a few cravings which I think are due to TOTM. So I've powered through and been ok . . . . Green dot added to my...
  239. angelupnorth

    January 2015 challenge

    That's fantastic Liz massive well done :-)
  240. angelupnorth

    January 2015 challenge

    Morning all, at last I'm back to my pre Xmas weight of 13.12 so a -4 loss which I'm pleased with as Mother Nature is here . . . Angelupnorth -14 -4 ( 10 to go ) Tiggemma - 10 - 2 (8lb to go) bessie - 14 Tinkerbella - 7 Lizwhite29 - 21 Thisisreallyit - 21 Traceywise2002 - 21 Mrsmya - 20...
  241. angelupnorth

    Detoxing with SnS

    Morning Kira, 4.5 loss is great considering you are so close to being back in the 9's, no doubt you will be there within the next few days :-) Your mini spa / pamper day sounds fab . . . . . Keep up the great work and those jeans will be feeling fab again soon :-)
  242. angelupnorth

    Step 1 Sole Source Day 1 again, 6st off but 6st on !

    Morning Kira, morning all :-) Weigh in and at last I'm back to my pre Xmas weight of 13.12 ( and a quarter lol ) Super happy with that considering its TOTM and it could have been a slight water gain. Here goes . . . . . . Last Monday I weighed in at 14.10. That was after 2...
  243. angelupnorth

    My Personal Weight Loss Journey

    Morning hunni, Fingers crossed you feel better as the day goes on. It's madness how so easily we can be derailed, I can sit here all positive one moment then as 2 :days last week within moment is can be eating a bloody take away. This plan isn't easy BUT you have done fantastic, you WILL get...
  244. angelupnorth

    Step 1 Sole Source Day 1 again, 6st off but 6st on !

    Good luck for WI lovely but I'm sure the scales will be just as kind as yours and you can break the circle of those darn 3 lb. I forgot to log my newest green dot :-) Day 10 of my 95 day countdown to my holiday so only 85 days to go :-) At last a nice run of green days, last Mon I...
  245. angelupnorth

    Step 1 Sole Source Day 1 again, 6st off but 6st on !

    Evening all, not a bad little shift, just down to York and back so no issues other than feeling like a block of ice waiting for my train back from York. Another 100% SS day, its been a minty day, mint shake this morning hot then a mint bar and another hot mint shake this evening. Just over 3.5...
  246. angelupnorth

    100% on plan for two weeks from 18 June

    I'm sure by tomorrow you will be fine, the feeling yucky is the worst part, I hate feeders, they don't realise how much their actions impact on us and as I suspect they may be a little older I bet they don't understand the struggles with a VLCD. Hope you feel better soon x
  247. angelupnorth

    Step 1 Sole Source Day 1 again, 6st off but 6st on !

    Thanks Kira, we've known each other virtually out whole lives, she is godmother to one of my granddaughters, she was my maid of honour and I always turn to her in a crisis, she is a great friend. We txt each other almost hourly lol and it is a good support. When I was doing this in 2012 for the...
  248. angelupnorth

    Bolognase

    I don't see my Consultant for a few weeks ( 31st Jan ) so I've bought some Exante Spaghetti Bol £10.50 including postage for 14. I love a bargain and worth it just to try it and have a bit extra variety. I'm lucky that I enjoy 95% of the Cambridge products which is the only reason I won't...
  249. angelupnorth

    My Personal Weight Loss Journey

    I know you don't post a lot at weekends but hope your WI went well Flick ? x x x
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