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Aww, thanks, guys! Feeling pretty good at the moment :) xx

Gosh, soon it'll be picture overload! This is one of me today (in the loos at work, because I am totally classy like that. In my defence, it was dark when I left the house). Have had to change out of my usual jeans/leggings and boots uniform as I am out for dinner tonight. I've seen the menu...

Jo, Chels, Bev, Laura... Thank you! Just a quick pic, as I haven't put one up in forever. This is what I'm wearing to a posh military dinner in a couple of weeks. Can. Not. Wait! This is a Monsoon, size 16. And it even make me look like I have boobs. Bonus.

Well! It has, yet again, been aaaages since I managed to get on here. Work has my nose to the grindstone, but that's usual! I decided to write December off... I didn't fall off the bandwagon as such - my food choices were all fine - but I drank a lot of alcohol what with the endless work dos...

Was LOVELY seeing you on Wednesday! Definitely must do it again soon. Sidenote: Hi Ladies! I shall return in short order. Lots happening at the moment. xxx

I LOVE mushy peas, although didn't know they were super free! I like to add a tin to vegetable soups, and pasta sauce. And apparently there's a SW recipe for mushy pea curry, although I've never tried it! x

Thank you thank you thank you! I am super pleased :) Lowest adult weight now, I am pretty sure. On'y another few stone to go, though... gosh! xx

Thanks, chica! I know 1.5 isn't much, but I think I was so gutted because I'd made a conscious effort to be extra good. It was just a little demoralising! Glad to be of service ;) and you look AMAZING in your pic! Yay! xx

Oh nooo! Sorry about the gain - like Bev said, it does seem undeserved! However, you are so positive you'll have that off in no time! The chocolate and Doritos binge is probably what you needed to get out of your system, and now you can get back to it. You'll be at your new target in no time! xxx

So much for posting more regularly! So, a run down on the past few weeks... WI October 10th - gained 1.5lb WI October 17th - lost 2lb WI October 24th - lost 4.5lb I was absolutely gutted about that gain. I've had a couple of half pound gains since joining, but have generally always been able...

Wow, Lily, that is such a great result! Well done you!

Ooh, I saw a sign up for a local kettle bell group last week. I'd never even thought of them to be honest! Xx

LIKE!

Positive thinking is the way forward! I know how daunting setting a final target is - I started off 2st heavier than you and it took me months to figure out where I wanted to be. I've settled on 11st now (I think) but having been following the plan for so long, and seeing the results, I know...

Excellent! I'm totally going to be badgering everyone here for motivation. I'll never get anywhere near my 30lb target if I become complacent! x

Sounds like you've had an awesome vacation! Hope the trip back isn't too arduous...

I am a Monday weigher... so if my result isn't good it ruins me for the rest of the week!

You can do it!! Positive thinking and all that! x

I found y'all over here, Jo! Yay! While I am too late to join, when my consultant asked us to set a target for Christmas I (madly) plucked a loss of 30lb out of the air. So, presuming you don't mind me popping in for some inspiration and stuff, I shall be with you in spirit! And would LOVE to...

Hey chica, I hope you're awesome... well done with your running! That 10k is amazing! xx

Aww, thanks, y'all! It's good to be back, and I promise to post more regularly! x

HEVS!! I am so, so pleased for you getting to target. You've been an utter inspiration ever since I joined here, and it's awesome to see you have made your goal. And that you're back within your range! They do say that maintaining is so much harder that losing it in the first place. I still feel...

I totally agree with Gail... I never worry when you have a gain as, not only does it usually mean that you have had a great time, but also because you get right back on plan and shift it again. You're totally in the zone, even when you're not. Does that make sense? It does to me! xx

Gosh, you're such a hoot, Dawn, I LOVE popping in here! When did you reach target?! Obviously, while I was MIA. CONGRATULATIONS! xxx

Well, it has been a REALLY long time since I’ve found time to post here. So much has been going on, what with work travel and family drama (meaning more travel) so I think that I have spent more time in airports/in the air than I have at home. This means that, for the 6 weeks up until last...

Alilou21- 30lbs (5lbs lost 25 lbs to go) anna_vixen 42lbs (9.5lbs lost - 32.5lbs to go) BeccaMB 20lb (0 lost, 20lbs to go) Beki 20lb (18.5lb lost - 1.5lb to go) Belfastbabybear 14lbs (5.5lbs lost 9.5lbs to go) Berniegray242 18lbs (0.5 lost ~ 17.5lbs to go) Blue*Smartie 14lbs (2.5lbs lost -...

Hi all! Thanks so much for all the messages while I was away... it really means a lot! So, I have been back for a wee while with another Euro-trip last week. I updated FB a fair bit during the riots to keep family informed... London has been a really horrible place to be. While things have...

Thanks, everyone! I had a good time this weekend with lots of sun, lots of swimming, speed boating and quite a bit of sunburn. Although only on my back. My mum called me yesterday morning while I was driving to my boss' house to tell me she had to have one of my dogs put down. The little lady...

Thanks for the vote of confidence, ladies! So, this morning I put on a dress for work and, because I'm so rarely ever in a dress, I emailed a picture to my mum who replied immediately to say she thinks I've lost a lot of weight. Honestly, I don't feel any lighter than I did a few weeks back...

Aw, thanks Dawn! I'm having an awesome time, and sticking to plan is a lot easier than I thought. Apart from the free drinks! Although I'm sticking to the vodka/diet cokes - they all think I'm mad! Apparently no one drinks vodka/diet coke here. All the bar staff know what I'm having before I...

Hey y'all! Had an awesome weekend, and pretty much on plan, although I haven't had a chance to get to the gym since yesterday morning. I went shootin' down at the range yesterday and, seeing as it's the first tome I've shot a rifle, I wasn't too bad. I think I surprised my colleague. I do...

Wow, y'all! They're some big targets for me to reach! I'm really just hoping not to gain anything while I'm here. Although a decent loss would be awesome! And losing more than Steve (7lb in a week!) would be the best. My first WI back at home will be august 8, so I still have some time! For any...

exactly, Dawn! I'm so glad you had such a great day. And aren't those comments fantastic?! Yay! X

What a great post that was! It's awesome when you can look back and see just how far you've come. I love positive posts like that. Thank you :) x

Belated happy birthday to you! Have a wonderful time in Amsterdam! Xx

Wooo! Well done for that 1.5lb loss, Dawn! As for dog names, I could give you a few although I love the name Suki. That was the name of my pony when I was a kid in Argentina. I have 3 dogs, (HRH Queen) Tula is my german shepherd ***** and Sam is my german shepherd dog and Schnarf is my lab...

Oh no! Don't beat yourself up, Zoe. Everyone has rough patches. It's just how you deal with it. Line drawn, it's time to be positive and move on. You can do it! You've come so far. No sticky buns tomorrow ;) X

Thanks everyone! Mister Honky Tonk - the one with the geetar in the pic - stayed out of my room (I'm not that kinda gal) so am sorry to disappoint y'all! Work is crazy busy with 4 vessels on the go and more to come next week when people start going on vacation. Food has been great, and any...

Check you out! That is going to take some beating... I'll have to wait til after I get back from Nashville to see how I have done. Which I'm sure puts me at a disadvantage. Maybe you should have a 7lb handicap!

You're the worst kind of saboteur! No donuts, milkshakes, apple pies or pancakes. I've been here 4 full days and have managed to visit the gym 3 times and remain completely on plan. I'm totally on a roll. The fact that I have another (almost) 3 weeks is a little daunting though. Dawn...

This thread is fantastic. What a laugh! My only horrid habit is picking at sunburnt, peeling skin. Mine or someone else's. People think that's gross, but it's a real compulsion. I'm ashamed.

I found your diary! I will start from the beginning, but thought I'd just say hi. The pup is beautiful!

I have to agree with Ermentrude here. Yes, suing the NHS may seem wrong to the majority, but the press will only report whatever makes a good story. My guess is we won't ever really know the whole story. It's very easy to blast the man, but we don't know what he's tried. In this day and age...

Hot baths work wonders, Steve. As long as you give yourself time to recover! X

You can do it, chica! You know how well you can stick to plan 100% when you need to. You've done so damn well, and there's so much or you to look forward to! Yay! Xx

Wow!! Go you! That is an awesome loss sweetheart. Yay!! Xx

Well done you for you lunch out. That's superb planning ahead! Also, don't be disheartened by your gain on your own scales. Just ask Gail, serial weigher extraordinaire, how much you cam fluctuate from one time of the day to the next, let alone day to day! Stay positive. You are doing so well! Xx

Thanks, all! Nashville is as great as I remember. First day of work today and, although the hours are shorter, it's been pretty hardcore! My connecting flight out of Atlanta was delayed by hours and we were stuck on the plane which is not so awesome when you're not yet back to 100%. The daytime...

Yay! Thanks for the vote of confidence! Xx

Ooh, now that is definitely a challenge worth winning. And win I will! Although, maybe you could take a 4 week break from that extra walking and give me a better chance...

NOOOOOOOOOO!!!! You've done so well. No giving up! June may not have been as fruitful as you'd hoped for, but there is now all of July in which to make up for it! Plan on 100% days for the next week and you'll definitely see a difference. You can do it! xx

Good luck for your WI! I'm sure you'll have a great result! x

Oh, Hevs! Ok, I reckon the reason is because you're now so close to your target that reaching it may not seem as urgent as it did? And because of that, you're allowing yourself to relax. But, STOP!! Your not there yet, and just think how freaking awesome you'll feel when you do get there...

Well done you! That's fantastic! Xx

Ha ha! That cracked me up! Talking of shrinking, I've shrunk about 2" in the last 15 years (gosh, that makes me feel old!). X

Ooh, Gail, you're terrible!! ;) x

Damn, a challenge! I can't turn down one of those... You're on! One question... What do I get when I win?!

Yes, indeed! It was nice to get such a positive result just before my trip. I fly out on Friday afternoon and I am honestly terrified of being away from group and all the stuff that I know for so long - more like I'm terrified of gaining. I'm pretty good at making informed choices and all, but I...

I love this post, Gail. Inspirational words that will resonate with everyone here. They certainly do with me. Xx

Hey chica! Sorry you're disappointed with your STS this week. Maybe it's the hot weather and all that running? Yay! you for the running though! 33mins is an excellent time! Xx

Come on Hevs! How did you do?! Xx

6lb off for me this week. Alliyah - 35lbs (9lbs lost 26lbs to go) Alilou21- 30lbs (5lbs lost 25 lbs to go) anna_vixen 42lbs (9.5lbs lost - 32.5lbs to go) BeccaMB 20lb (0 lost, 20lbs to go) Beki 20lb (5.5lb lost - 14.5lb to go) Belfastbabybear 14lbs (5.5lbs lost 9.5lbs to go) Berniegray242...

Quick! Where's the harem to lighten the mood?!

Thanks everyone! Feeling so much better. Still tender and have to be careful what/how much I eat but the relief is immense. It was scary for a while last week. WI was a success. 6lb off! So there is a positive to feeling so awful! Pommette, how did you do today?

Thanks Gail. Feeling so much better today, although eating is still a little problematic! Drugs are definitely doing their thing though. Had a lovely weekend in rural Lincolnshire and the weather was beautiful. Didn't get in the walk that was planned but having been so unwell I really wasn't up...

Thanks all. Yeah, it's been pretty yucky. Although today I managed a cereal bar and a piece of toast. #winning! The doctor has put me on Omeprazole which, slowly, seems to be fixing me. Hope so because I feel totally broken right now. Hoping for a relaxed weekend. Hope everyone has a good one! Xx

Woohoo! Well done you! That's such a great loss. Target is within touching distance. Yay! X

Hey you! Looks like you had a fantastic time camping and the site looks awesome. Love that pic of the boys sleeping. So cute! Sorry about that 0.5lb gain, but you know that'll come off so quickly. And you're so close to the 13s! Woop woop! X

Agree with Pinkie... A STS is definitely better than a gain, especially after loads of bread ;) Your back on track, chica! Yay! Xx

Ooh, you'd better watch out, Steve!

Well done for your loss, Gail! And well done for getting back the control. That's got to be the toughest part. Have a great weekend, chicas! X

Wow! Get you! That is a fantastic loss. Well done! X

Hey y'all, thanks for the concern. I am alive just about. Nasty bout of gastric flu over here which had left me ulcerated. No joke! I've had some toast and a quorn sausage since Sunday. Totally rock and roll. At least water is staying down now, though. I did make it to WI on Monday and STS...

Woohoo! Another good day under your belt! Xx

Ooh, that sounds really rough, Zoe, and I'm so sorry. We do expect support from our friends and family, and for them to deliberately undermine us is what amounts to sabotage. The only thing I can think is that she may not be as happy as she says she is being larger. And that could be why she has...

Great start! The only thing I would say is try to think about the 1/3 superfree. It's what makes the plan work so well! maybe have some veg/salad with your pasta? Or make sure that you put loads of mushrooms (nom!) and onions in! And I'd probably have the fruit salad before the potato - sounds...

HA HA HA HA HAAAAAA! Thanks, Jules, I may just give that a try!

A wobble is natural, but the main thing is that you've recognised it and drawn a line under it. You had a long time off plan, so it's no doubt going to be hard to get back on it, but you're in the zone! X

Now that looks like a fantastic evening... And you look beautiful! X

Ooh, Gail, you see straight through me! X

I know! Can you imagine?!

I would, but would like to lose as much as poss/leave it as late as poss before I go!

Personally, I think that, although you were dead set on it, the 100lb may have been a little too much. 10-12 sounds perfect. The whole thing is flexible though, which you know. It's maintaining that takes more concentration! And a whole weekend off plan. Check you out!

I am SO pleased for you! You went in with such positivity that it couldn't have gone badly. And what a fantastic group! You will be awesome! X

Absolutely! It was so awesome. And I definitely need another shopping trip! Will have to do it before Nashville!

It's amazing how a nice dress can make you feel! Have a fantastic time camping!

I know! It really was such a nice way to start the day! Xx

You're just too soft up there!

You asked for it..!

I think I went a bit red and said thanks! She waits for the bus outside my building every morning and we usually say hi but she made a point of stopping me on my way in and chatting. I was delighted!

NSVs today: 1. Jeans getting too big. Not so great for walking to/from work, but good all the same 2. Size M-L t-shirt from Wallis fits beautifully 3. Stranger (who I see every morning) stopped me to say she'd noticed how much weight I'd lost. Bonus!

Jager bombs! Woop woop! You defo have to put the pics up!

Excellent post, Zoe... You have done so well when you consider birthdays and and footie nights and other indiscretions ;) - you've managed to have a life and still lose over a stone. That's pretty damn good. And, fyi, you are not at all barrel shaped. The pic of you in the dress? STUNNING. x

What a lovely post... thank you so much! I'm sure you will be successful - you're definitely in the right mind-set, you've made the decision to change things and that is the most difficult part. I look forward to hearig how you do! x

This gets better and better!

I second that. Every day is casual Friday at work!

Woop woop! Well done you! You should shed that 2lb next week, no problem! xx

Ha ha ha! Gawd, the smut from Steve's thread seems to have rubbed off over here :)

Ditto!

Yay! Tomorrow will be the first day of the rest of your life. You'll be brilliant :)

Lolz

I love your rebellious streak! I DEFY YOU, NEW RECIPE! I've got to find some time to catch up on BSB too!

Just one week of pure focus and no distractions and you'll lose a gazillion pounds. You're so on it, it's great to see that you can relax a bit and enjoy it! X

Panic not! It's only the ones that say new recipe...

This is the awesomest advice :)

Ooh, Quorn sausages - heard at group last night that they've changed the recipe (new ones say "new recipe" on them) and they're no longer free! Gutted. Hope you've had a good day? X

The woman with the plan! That's excellent, Gail. And now you can get back to enjoying SW and before you know it that modest holiday gain will have, pow!, gone just like that! X

Argh, Do They Know it's Christmas is mine. A week earlier and it would've been The Power of Love (Frankie goes to Hollywood).

I reckon swimming and walking are 2 and 3 on the list, but they're definitely up there!

Thanks y'all! I am still super pleased with the result. While my weekend stroll was just that, it was a longish one so that may well have helped! 50lb is quite a milestone I think. And Jules, no gossip I'm afraid! Error of the day? Purple bra highly visible under White t-shirt. I'm so classy...

I would have!

Well done you! It's not the easiest of things to admit that you need to change your life. We've all been there, and this forum is an excellent space for venting, writing down what you can't/don't want to say out loud and for getting support. Remember, everyone here is in the same boat! Gail is...

Exactly my sentiments, Jules. Gail, you've just had a tiny blip and before you know it you'll be back on track. And it's that first 'new' loss that will kick start all the positivity you felt before. We're all here! X

What Ellebear said! Disappointing it may be, but you had an awesome weekend. You're so close! X

Hevs... I'm taking it!

Thanks, sweets! It was such a pleasant surprise. You feeling any better? X

LOLZ! That's the funniest thing I've heard all day!

Aw, thanks Hevs! Tell you what, it's totally unexpected so I hope I don't get a gain next week! X

Busted! When are you weighing in, sugar?

What a fantastic loss! Well done you! X

Thank you so much! X

Thanks Mini Mum! And welcome! Have you started a diary?

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Yay for Brands!

Ha ha! I dud forego the butter and had honey on it. 5lb off tonight! Am so chuffed and totally amazed as I definitely wasn't expecting it. Yay!

Good luck with WI! It's such a shame that alcohol is not free... xx

Thanks, all, for such lovely messages! Ascot was fantastic and, as usual, they picked the best day - the sun was out and not a rain cloud in sight! Managed to lose on the first couple of races but managed to win on race four, which meant I clawed it back and then some! Glad you did well, Laura...

Melissa - well done on that awesome 4lb! You've definitely got this down pat, what with allowing yourself a little fun and then getting straight back to a loss. Well done you! x

Watch out, Gail!

Mmmm... wine. Sounds a bit like my weekend!

Definitely sounds like a good day! I'd propbably give the oil a few syns, just to cover most of it... Well done for that 0.5lb off - your second target should definitely be doable! xx

Hear, hear! This is just a blip, and it's probably come around because 3 weeks off on your sojourn is quite a while..! You're usually so focussed, so just give it a little time and it'll all come back. Love your plan of attack - I know that I find an actual plan helpful at any time of stress...

Wow, I have such a vivid image of a stampede right now... Pushing and shoving and whatnot, it's all very handbags at dawn! You have your pick of admirers!

Hey! Keep me outta this...

Argh. 38lb was probably too big a target... 1 off for me this week Aaliyah27 - 35lbs (6.5lbs lost 28.5lbs to go) Alilou21- 30lbs (3lbs lost 27 lbs to go) anna_vixen 42lbs (9.5lbs lost - 32.5lbs to go) BeccaMB 20lb (0 lost, 20lbs to go) Beki 20lb (5.5lb lost - 14.5lb to go) Belfastbabybear 14lbs...

Pinkie! Have been crazy busy so haven't had a chance. Hope you're ok? Am well impressed with your city running! Lost 1lb this week. Again, better than a stick in the eye. Especially after the work party in Rotterdam on Thursday and all the alcohol I consumed! Ascot today, yay! So nice to have...

LOLZ!

Well done you! That run sounds hardcore. Woo for running! And I'm so glad you have the bairn all weekend. Let's talk soon about a bike event? X

Be positive! You just need a nudge to get you back in the zone. You've done so well! X

So glad you had an awesome vacation. You definitely needed it! X

Oh, you poor, misguided soul...

Argh, I'm so crap! Epic amounts of work going on, so am really struggling to update here regularly at the moment. So, I lost 1lb at WI on Monday. I was kinda gutted as I had hoped for more, but at least it's still going in the right direction. There were a couple of small indiscretions, so I...

I found them! Just don't think they'd go with my dress ;)

1lb is going to be so easy for you to get rid of... and sometimes a few weeks taking the slow route is just what you need to stay focussed and not feel as if you're missing out! You've lost SO MUCH weight since starting that it would be a shame if you lost heart because you couldn't go out with...

Well done you! Everyone goes through stages of really slow losses and you'll probably find that in a couple of weeks it'll just drop off! You have done so well and I know how those slow losses make you feel like it's just not working but the trick is to stay positive and stay on plan. You're...

Hey you... sorry I haven't been around. Hope you're ok and that those crisps didn't torment you too much. What've I missed? Any further liaisons? That don't include a Monster Munch packet?! xx

You've taken that gain so well... and you're SO close to your target that, while it'd be awesome to get there asap, it's the home stretch now and you can afford to slow down and enjoy yourself. Like hubby said, you're maintaining all your fantastic work so far, and you should relish in the fact...

You are looking amazing! Love that pic. And so glad you've had such a great vacation. You sound as if you've been conscious of your food choices, but have allowed yourself treats - it is a holiday, after all! You're such an inspiration :) xx

Seconded! Steve, this diary should come with a warning :) x

Hey you! Sorry about that gain, but it is tiny and I bet it's cyclical weight and will all come off next week! Also, well done you for even considering running with your workmates during the day. That's awesome! xx

1lb off for me this week. Aaliyah27 35lbs (6.5lbs lost 28.5lbs to go) Alilou21- 30lbs (3lbs lost 27 lbs to go) anna_vixen 42lbs (4lbs lost - 38lbs to go) Beki 20lb (4.5lb lost - 15.5lb to go) Belfastbabybear 14lbs (5.5lbs lost 9.5lbs to go) Berniegray242 18lbs (0.5 lost ~ 17.5lbs to go)...

Oh, I hope you're feeling better now! Positive vibes going your way. And well done for that loss! Xx

Excellent! I'm like that with the F1 what with the pre-quali, quail 1-3 and race day. Strangely enough, Brands is one of the things I said I must do this year!

14 hours?!! You lucky thing! Xx

Totally! I can't wait to move out of town and suburbia! Woooo! And I will, no doubt, call on you for some house hunting. Having never done it before I'm a total noob. I'll treat you to lunches for your time :) Also, what on earth are deely boppers?!!

Pinkie - looking at south and west of Maidstone. The Mallings/Ditton/Coxheath kind of way. My uncle is in Tovil which is great. My cousin is in Rochester which is slightly cheaper but more expensive to travel to town. Sevenoaks was another option but is so expensive! Will be renting and saving...

Well done you! Such am inspiration. And so close to target! Woop woop! Xx

Woohoo! Well done you, that is an awesome loss! Maybe you should behave badly more often! Xx

Missed last week, so 3lb off for me this week. Aaliyah27 35lbs (6.5lbs lost 28.5lbs to go) Alilou21- 30lbs (3lbs lost 27 lbs to go) anna_vixen 42lbs (6lbs lost - 36lbs to go) Beki 20lb (4.5lb lost - 15.5lb to go) Belfastbabybear 14lbs (5.5lbs lost 9.5lbs to go) Berniegray242 18lbs (0.5 lost ~...

Sounds like your supper took your mind off the cake! I hate it when it talks to you...

Thanks, guys. So, the doctor called me back today and it seems I have Precordial Catch Syndrome. Now, I've had this pain before (I can remember a particularly uncomfortable moment when I was about 8 and on a school trip) but it's never lasted more than a few minutes. The reason I didn't relate...

Mmm, that soup sounds lovely. And I'm so glad to hear your nan is doing better. Yay! Xx

Aw, thanks gals. Yeah, it was scary. Especially when they Mentioned blood clots and collapsed lungs. Fortunately, it seems that I'm in great shape! And they were well chuffed when I mentioned that I'd lost 3 stone. No idea how it happened, but the doctor did say that stress can sometimes be a...

Breakfast: Pineapple, banana Many coffees with skimmed milk (HEa) Lunch (at about 3.30): Banaba, satsuma Had a bit of a scare today. You know if you damage a muscle, you sometimes feel a 'ping'? Well, I had that on the left side of my chest this morning and all of a sudden couldn't inhale...

Finally I have a chance to post! Gosh, I've missed you guys! Busy doesn't cover it. Things have been somewhat manic. WI this morning showed a loss of 3lb over the last 2 weeks which I'm vaguely pleased with, what with Cardiff and other indiscretions. A few more things coming up, so will weather...

FOUND A DRESS!! New Look, how I love thee. Will post a pic on the day when I'm all togged up. This weekend will be a hunt fir accessories and a hat. Let the fun commence! And, Steve, yes it's Royal Ascot :) Have been absolutely snowed under so please forgive me for being so rubbish. I haven't...

Ascot is June 14... I have no idea what I'll be wearing! Looks like I may have to raid Monsoon this week.

Thanks, Hevs! I did feel quite good in that dress. Steve - I reckon I drank about a trillion, gazillion syns. Negated by my syn free week up to and since, though! Now I have to prepare for a day at the races with the same guys. Woop!

Aw, shucks, thank you! I felt really good all dressed up last night. Last night was epic. I drank a lot (expected) but was good with the food. Early morning train home and have been recovering since. Bleary eyed, sore head but had such a good night with excellent friends. Spent the night (not...

Let the hedonism beginvc

Let the hedonism begin!

PS: on the train home and the dude next to me stinks of weed and keeps falling asleep on my shoulder. PPS: see pic below. Woman wearing high heel sandals with fishnet trainer-sock type things?! Is this something trendy that has just passed me by?!

Well done! A loss is great and, even though it may not have been what you wanted, it's all in the right direction! Hope you're feeling happier this week! Xx

Ha ha! Thanks, all! It's been pretty dire on the running front as I just have not had the time. I think I'll be restarting week 1 over the weekend. I've had no time for any cooking or preparing of meals recently (fruit for breakfast and some salad from Tesco for lunch every day is not worth...

Seafood risotto sounds delicious! And cheddar in a risotto is a winner :)

Aaliyah27 35lbs (3.5lbs lost 35lbs to go) Alilou21- 30lbs (0lbs lost 30 lbs to go) anna_vixen 42lbs (0lbs lost - 42lbs to go) Beki 20lb (2.5lb lost - 17.5lb to go) Belfastbabybear 14lbs (4.5lbs lost 9.5lbs to go) Berniegray242 18lbs (0.5 lost ~ 17.5lbs to go) Blue*Smartie 14lbs (2.5lbs lost -...

Ha! Glad you stopped by! C25k is a killer but I'm really hoping to make a good go of it. As for the picture, we shall see! Xx

Thanks, chica! I'm chuffed. I'm sure your losses have stalled a little because you're so close to target... Have you tried mixing things up a bit? I'm off to Cardiff on Friday for this posh work do. I have a dress and everything! However, I'm pretty scared about going off plan. There will be a...

Thanks TwinkleToes!

5lb and a 10k run!! You're totally on it! So, so pleased for you. What excellent news! Hope this week is better. I bet you can't help but smile! Xx

That's an incredible loss! Well done you! I can only imagine how exhausted you'd be after running for 20min stretches! And, by the way, a night of carnage sounds EPIC! xx

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Hey Pinkie! Couldn't face another run! Will be going out tomorrow night though. Have been so lax in posting here. Sorry! I am very pleased to report a 3.5lb loss this week though. Yay! Xx

Thanks, Jules and Alli! I think I'm just stressed as well. Which always makes me grumpy. Weirdly enough, I've had the same nightmare two nights in a row and last night I woke up at 1am in floods of tears. It's got to be stress. I got up and went to the park this morning and started the c25k...

Well done you! That's brilliant work! I started week 1 this morning and found it really tough. I am so incredibly unfit! And there were loads of people in the park. Think I will try it again this evening when there will be less people. I'm so self conscious, especially when there were so many...

I'm going to try it! Am thinking of starting tonight when I get home from work. Feeling really rubbish with * week again!!! I was regular as clock work before, but since losing weight I seem to be on about a 3 week cycle at the moment. And I always get a terribly upset stomach when I'm on. As if...

Hey you, hope you're ok? You sound as exhausted as I feel. Well done for staying on track through it all. It's certainly not easy. But, it's nearly the weekend! Chin up, chicken. Big hug xxx

Thanks, all! Yes, it was a great feeling. And Laura, I'm with you on this! Unlike many of the busty lovelies, I have no boobs to speak of! Pinkie, I think I'll try M&S as Bravissimo are all too big for me!! Breakfast: Banana 7 coffees with skimmed milk (HEa) Lunch: Salad leaves, tomatoes...

Oh nooo! I'm so sorry! I know all about a totally unexpected result and how bad it makes you feel. The only thing I can think is that maybe there isn't enough superfree in your evening meals? You're always so good with your syns that I doubt it's that. I know that on red and green days you don't...

Totally missed this. Thanks, Zoe!

Sounds like everyone should come to London! And, I'm no authority but I worked in a pub for a while and our measures were all 35ml unless it was Cinzano or something and it's 50ml. So, I went to Dorothy Perkins after work and I bought a pair of jeans in a 20... That's 2 sizes smaller than I've...

Maybe we could just go out and get trollied...

Aw, thanks, Pinkie. I think I needed a little Pinkie Positivity in my life! I think I'm heading to Outfit on Thursday eve just to get a feel for the size I am. It just makes me nervous is all! I'll definitely take you up on the shopping evening soon, though! Also, it'd be great to meet up one...

Oh no!! I'm sorry! I know what you mean about devastated as I was exactly the same. The next week just made me focus more and I had an epic loss, so hopefully next WI will be awesome! Xx

Well done you!! That's an awesome loss, and 4 stone is brilliant! So proud of you :) xx

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Love all this minxing! Hope you're awesome... and where's the pic of you in the basque?! xx

So pleased for you! Lowest weight... that's got to be a boost! Glad to see you're feeling better and more positive. Big hug xx

Wow... you've had a great week! Well done for that loss! 2lb is awesome. You look beautiful in that dress... it definitely suits you, and I'm so pleased to see how confident you're feeling. Woop woop! xx

Hey y'all... thanks for the messages! Will be getting through diaries slowly, so will comment everywhere before too long. The last week has been crazy. Surprise, surprise. I'd rather be busy than bored, but this is taking the biscuit. There has been no more news on the Nashville front so, as...

Thanks, all! Yeah, it'll be a challenge, but I'll just have to make do with the best I can. I'm not sure about an aparthotel, Pomette, but will look in to it if it all goes ahead. And, Jules, I looked in to SW in the US, but it seems that, right now, they're based only in Texas! Shame! xx

Good luck! Not sure I could resist the wares of a cake maker!

Woop woop! SO glad to see you back! Yes, life gets in the way of sticking to plan, but you see how easily you have been able to re-focus and get on track? And how, even with a few off days you still made a loss! That remaining 4lb before the end of the month is DEFINITELY doable. You just need...

You just need to persevere... it does work!! A group would also be really helpful if there's any chance you can get to one?

Yeah! Take a picture and post here! xx

Hey! Your food diary is looking great! I'm gonna echo others here and voice my disgust about the fecker who shouted in the playground. I, too, would have gladly smacked him in the face for you. A-hole. You are doing so well! Are you doing it online or do you get to a group? Xx

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Yeah, I've been there a few times, but never for more than a few weeks at a time. Plus, I wasn't trying my darndest to lose weight! I think you're right. It's going to be a case of buying salad and stuff from the store that doesn't need cooking. Unless maybe I can get a short term apartment let...

So, today has been manic. The next few weeks are likely to be non stop with a vessel arriving tomorrow, then another on Friday and another next week and then again the following week. This is all well and good, but I only have one brain when, in reality, I need at least one more. Having jut got...

What up, Jules! Hope y'all are ok? And preparing for that run! Plus the half marathon... Phew, you make me feel tired and you haven't done it yet!

Thanks so much Alli... I don't think I've ever been called an inspiration! And as for the hair, I know just what you mean! It'll look ok for a couple of weeks and then meh. Long hair is a real pain, but I just don't have the guts to chop it all off!

Breakfast: Chopped pineapple 4 coffees with semi-skimmed milk (HEa) Lunch: Salad leaves with mange tout, baby tomatoes, prawns and cottage cheese Supper: Steamed marrow stuffed with tuna and cottage cheese Toast (HEb) Hifi bar (6 syns) Total syns: 6

Thanks, Mav! Xx

That would be hilarious. I'd definitely do it! Ok, so I really should post my food for today to get back in to it. I'm sure that's why I've been feeling a bit meh because I've had no plan and have just fumbled through. Breakfast: Hifi bar (HEb) Coffee with whole milk (HEa) and sugar (2 syns)...

Well done on the loss tonight, sweets! And only 7lb from target!! That is brilliant! Xx

Dude! Pick a time and place and I'll be there!

Thanks, Pinkie! TLC was definitely called for this weekend. And I am so chuffed with my loss this week! Every time I weigh in I loom at that 2lb lump of 'fat' that my consultant keeps on display and I am so chuffed to have lost that! I joined the summer challenge and my aim is to have lost 38lb...

That's incredible! Well done you! Xx

Haha! Here you go, Jules

Woop woop! Hope you have a fantastic break! You definitely deserve it :) xx

Well done you! That is a brilliant loss! It seems we're heading the same way with our losses as I got my 2.5st award today, too. It really does make you feel like it is working! Xx

Yay! Well done on your loss! And that casserole sounds delicious xx

Sounds like you've had a fantastic weekend! Love the story about your snog on the train... Check you out! That's the kind of weekend I need! ;) xx

Oh, Zoe, I'm so sorry to hear you're feeling disheartened. It sounds like work has been manic, and that's enough to get on top of anyone. Just think of today or tomorrow as a new day. Start again and draw a line under the bad days. Hope you get some proper sleep, sweetheart. Things will look...

2lb off for me today! Yay! Aaliyah27 35lbs (0lbs lost 35lbs to go) anna_vixen 42lbs (2lbs lost - 40lbs to go) Beki 20lb (0lb lost - 20lb to go) Belfastbabybear 14lbs (0lbs lost 14lbs to go) Berniegray242 18lbs (0 lost ~ 18lbs to go) Blue*Smartie 14lbs (2.5lbs lost - 11.5lbs to go CeeCee (2lbs...

Woohoo! Well done for your loss - 6 lb is amazing! As for having your HEs in the evening, if it works for you then stick with what makes you comfortable. As Dawn says, you're one of the success stories, so what you're doing really does work! I'm the same. My HEb is pretty much always a cereal...

Hmmm, so, my posting over the last few days has been awful. Work is CRAZY and I wish that I had a proper bank holiday! I've been on-plan, but feeling a bit meh. I haven't cooked anything properly in ages and I really hope to get a chance to do some today. I did manage to have my hair done...

Have a great time! I do like that control SW gives you... You know that you're going to a wedding, so if you minimise your syns before and after you can keep a lid on it and still be heading for a decent result. Ace! Well done for your loss... You'll get your 4 st shiny in no time! Xx

I LOVE the sound of a Marmite cereal bar! xx

Aw, thanks ladies! Pinkie, it wad just a thoroughly awful date. How was your first day back at work? Sounds like you had an awesome time at Brands... I bet Jamie loves you!

So, food for today: Breakfast: Banana, satsuma, Activia snackpot 4 coffees with skimmed milk (HEa) Snack: Satsuma Special K mini bites (5 syns) Lunch: Salad with grilled chicken Activia snackpot Supper: Many-veg curry (all free and superfree) with brown basmati rice and a dollop of cottage...

Thanks, chica! Think I was just feeling a little sorry for myself over the weekend! Xx

Have just been directed over here and would love to join! I'm going to aim for 38lb so *hopefully* I'll do it! Weighed in yesterday, so have included that. Aaliyah27 35lbs (0lbs lost 35lbs to go) anna_vixen 42lbs (0lbs lost - 42lbs to go) Belfastbabybear 14lbs (0lbs lost 14lbs to go)...

You were spot on with your prediction, then! You'll have it off in no time at all :) xx

Jules, Bess and Katycakes... thanks! It seems almost a relief to be back in the office - at least I have all my paperwork and email history to hand so, if I'm stressed, this is the place to be! Am STILL trying to clean up the weekend's mess, which hopefully will be sorted by the end of the day...

Wow, it sounds like you've had a wonderful time! Good luck for tomorrow, and I'm sure it won't be as bad as you have envisioned! Yay for lovely weekends! Xx

Well, the last couple of days have been a write off, holiday-wise. Everything at work has gone wrong and it's taken me three days to sort out someone else's mistake. I'm so annoyed and am just glad that it was a public holiday and not annual leave. The. I would've been even more furious! Also...

Yeah, pretty good I think. 32lb down since January 10 when I joined Slimming World! You?

Well done you! That is awesome! Xx

Yay!! Well done you! Xx

Y'all are making me laugh :)

Ok, so, today has been a bit messed up because I've been so busy. Breakfast: Banana, satsuma, shape zero yoghurt 4 coffees with skimmed milk (HEa) Midday: Shape zero yoghurt Lunch at 3.30: Small potato with cottage cheese Supper: Steamed veg and new potatoes with turkey breast. How exciting...

Silly speedy sausage says sh*tty ships suck?

Yes, ships. Big metal bast*rds. Never do what I tell them to do! Xx

Good luck for tonight! Just think of your goal and the focus should come. Xx

Argh. It's nearly 3pm and I haven't had lunch yet. I hate ships.

Thanks, Pommette! Ha ha... I plan on a vodka or twelve this weekend :) xx

Thanks guys! I really hope so and will be gutted if I don't! WI is 10am on BH Monday, so fingers crossed! This week has been tough at work (and I fully expect to spend a lot of the weekend on the phone/email) and I think my brain has melted. I know that my habits are changing because before...

Woop woop! Well done you! X