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  1. happyhealthy

    What is your downfall?

    Mine is having mouthfuls of tastes of very high calorie things! Like if a friend offers me a square of chocolate I'll be unable to resist. That's fine, but when it happens 5 times a day it all starts to add up :D Oh well at least I'm enjoying life!
  2. happyhealthy

    75lb gone - Before and After facial pics!! Yay!

    Okay, so here's my before and after pics. Just very quickly posting this today for some self-motivation. Good luck! You can do it, especially if a moron like me can :D After:
  3. happyhealthy

    Would you date a person...

    This made me very sad to read. My own mother was very like yours. I was her only child and she loved me dearly, but she was so obsessed with my appearance she did terrible amounts of damange to my self esteem, something I don't even think she is aware of. I remember being five at my cousins...
  4. happyhealthy

    The story of happyhealthy's expedition to maintain!

    So was out last night with Mr. Awesome. The poor boy had work the next morning at 7, so I trekked over to his area and we went for a meal. It's one of those restaurants where everyone walks about socializing and with a lively atmosphere. Oh wait Lucy, that's called a pub! I know that sounds...
  5. happyhealthy

    Tuesday 25th July

    Thank you so much for the recipe :) I'm going to try and adapt it a little further and I'll let you know how I get on. I'll experiment and use a banana instead of the stork and whole wheat flour instead of the flour. And if they aren't sweet enough with the banana's natural sugars, I'll add a...
  6. happyhealthy

    Tuesday 25th July

    Yes please :D thank you so much! I've been on the lookout ffor a healthy scone!
  7. happyhealthy

    I've let myself go

    Hey there (and hey to littlesis too, fancy seeing you here! :D) This thread might be a little inspiration to you, a few have found it helpful. It might not be much, but it's my story...
  8. happyhealthy

    Feeling fat and frumpy today :(

    This might be a little inspiration for you babe http://www.minimins.com/calorie-counting/220607-happyhealthy-before-after-pictures-thoughts-i-approach-goal.html#post3793952 it's not much, but it's my story
  9. happyhealthy

    Need support please!

    I'm not on lipotrim, but weightloss wise this may serve to be a little inspiration to you :) http://www.minimins.com/calorie-counting/220607-happyhealthy-before-after-pictures-thoughts-i-approach-goal.html#post3793952
  10. happyhealthy

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

    Thank you so much :) I've got a 26.5 inch waist, which is * technically* a size 8, but with vanity sizing and what not it's more like a 6. I think a six 6 at 5'9 is to low to aim for, but if you can get it in neat proportion to the rest of your body. For example, you could have a similar...
  11. happyhealthy

    5 stone gone before and after pictures and my story :) you can do it too!

    You can have a look at my diary to see what I eat: http://www.minimins.com/calorie-counting-diaries/215240-story-happyhealthys-expedition-maintain.html That's also where you can ask any questions :) x
  12. happyhealthy

    Tuesday 25th July

    Ohh welcome to CC'ing. Where did you get your low cal scone?
  13. happyhealthy

    Staying Shunk Shrimpy

    Enjoy your course!! Unleash daaa geek!
  14. happyhealthy

    Sarah's Ramblings.... 2011!

    Onomnomnom I always have yogurt and apples for breakfast. Hope you get a good result from your interview!
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    Tina's diary of hopefull optimism!

    At least you got something to eat :D I hate being caught short and you start feeling all dizzy and light headed a la lack of sugar! Plus if I don't eat for a few hours there's like the big grumpy Lucy monster inside me tha comes out and spreads her grumpiness everywhere!
  16. happyhealthy

    The story of happyhealthy's expedition to maintain!

    Helllppppp me! Even though I'm upping my calories to maintain, I'm still losing weight. I'm now 109lb! That's 7 stone 10 which is downright bloody scary. Is it just me who thinks this is a scary weight? In fairness I don't think I look gaunt or skinny. I posted a picture a few posts back of...
  17. happyhealthy

    Samalama striving to get in the PINK!

    Reading you diary makes me hungry!!! Such tasty food. Don't be too annoyed about all your eating out. I've said it before and I'll say it again, too many people in diets give up these things completely, and I think that's very wrong. I'm of the opinion that you only live once, I enjoyed my...
  18. happyhealthy

    struggling......

    Oh babe, read this: http://www.minimins.com/calorie-counting/220607-happyhealthy-thoughts-i-approach-goal.html I wrote it when I reached goal and hopefully it will give you, and others some inspiration :)
  19. happyhealthy

    First weigh in total disaster put on weight

    This thread might give you a little inspiration http://www.minimins.com/calorie-counting/220607-happyhealthy-thoughts-i-approach-goal.html Chin up, you can do this! x
  20. happyhealthy

    Goodthings calorie counting to maintain

    It's just the thing that something like this happens so close to the big day. At least from the wedding point of view, it could of been worse - at least it wasn't the groom who took unwell! And yay that your dress fits :) Let's just hope there isn't any drastic change from now to Friday...
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    Happyhealthy: Before, after pictures and thoughts as I approach goal :)

    Thank you for ing the time to come here and wrote such a lovely reply. It means a lot. And I've told you many time that's you're doing fantastic and I'm going to be keeping an eye on your diary to make sure you keep on at it and give you a kick in the him if I see you slipping lol :)
  22. happyhealthy

    5 stone gone before and after pictures and my story :) you can do it too!

    Thank you ladies, I'm so glad that my post is helping just to give you that little bit more inspiration. The comments are lovely too, and every single one of them means so much to me x x
  23. happyhealthy

    My First Healthy Eating Diary :)

    That's really good! Are you wanting to lose more, or just maintain? I love he feeling of toning up. The impossible has happened and I'm actually starting to feel tummy muscles!!
  24. happyhealthy

    The story of happyhealthy's expedition to maintain!

    Yay! Mr. A is home today! I'm just gonna sit by the phone all night so totally not waiting for him to call. Ok, that's a lie. I'm going out rowing with James (rowing hottie) for a quick stint in the river. In the words of Michael Jackson, Cannnn you feeelll it cannn you feeeellll itttt cannn you...
  25. happyhealthy

    My First Healthy Eating Diary :)

    Glad to hear you're doing so well :) Have you weighed yourself lately juicy? x x
  26. happyhealthy

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

    Thank you my dear! I've got a hugeee smile on my face from your post :D I think the lesson I really wanted people to get from this thread is that you CAN do it. I spent years and years telling myself "I will start dieting tomorrow" and I never happened, not once until the day described in my...
  27. happyhealthy

    Tina's diary of hopefull optimism!

    One of the great mysteries of life... How a 1pm bit of cake can make you gain 2lb. :)
  28. happyhealthy

    Tina's diary of hopefull optimism!

    Aw no! Please don't tell me it was a random bush in the street...:D
  29. happyhealthy

    Tina's diary of hopefull optimism!

    Aw Caroline man! Letting the side down! :p
  30. happyhealthy

    Tina's diary of hopefull optimism!

    Sex in the bushes? People just get classier...
  31. happyhealthy

    The story of happyhealthy's expedition to maintain!

    Lol, thanks so much for your reply Squeezy. My parents get home at 2pm on Wednesday. I don't think they'd be too pleased to find a guy they'd never met before walking about the house if I invited him over Tuesday night... I could always set an alarm? Or say "Mum, this is the gas man? Yeah he...
  32. happyhealthy

    The story of happyhealthy's expedition to maintain!

    Firstly, thanks for all these fantastic leg grooming tips!! Where would I be without you all? Eh? In a very hairy place I tell ya! And I'm aware that I sound slightly socially unsound, but I just realllyy like this guy and don't want to mess it up! I'm sure I won't mess it up, but I'm just...
  33. happyhealthy

    5 stone gone before and after pictures and my story :) you can do it too!

    Thanks laura! You can do this! I've got all my crossable bits crossed for you :)
  34. happyhealthy

    Tina's diary of hopefull optimism!

    Wonderful news about your friend. Always lovely to hear of a healthy baby being born. You can do this Tina!! If it gets bad you can always accidently lose one in the supermarket... will give you at least 5 minutes of peice while they prance up and down the aisles wailing 'moooommmmyyy'
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    The story of happyhealthy's expedition to maintain!

    Thanks lego. Like I said I have had boyfriend before, all of them lasting over a year so I do know what to do once I've got them, but I'm new to this whole manhattan dating world and I'm pestering the living daylights out my friends about it so you guys are just going to have to put up with it...
  36. happyhealthy

    Sarah's Ramblings.... 2011!

    Omnomnomnom! I haven't had chocolate in 2 months... forget what it tastes like!
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    Sarah's Ramblings.... 2011!

    You cant forget the diet coke! That sounds lovely my dear :) I would of had to of had a dessert. If there was chocolate cake on the menu I would need to of said YES PLEASE :D
  38. happyhealthy

    The story of happyhealthy's expedition to maintain!

    I'm sure he is missing all the Lucy loving :) This is what I mean, because I was a anti-boy freak for years I'm unsure of what's the 'right' thing to do in these situations. I've never really sated anyone, I've always managed to get myself into relationships, but non of this sex and the city...
  39. happyhealthy

    Sarah's Ramblings.... 2011!

    Ohh lovely, what did you have to eat?
  40. happyhealthy

    Bostik's Finally Doing It :)

    Have a lovely weekend away. Just make good choices, keep your portions in check and you'll be fine babes <3
  41. happyhealthy

    Staying Shunk Shrimpy

    Hahah I love how your dad is arriving at precisely 16:40 :) Big Jillian seems to be fairly keen to get people dead from exhaustion before they get toned. "You'll have the body of a godess, but will need to spend a week the rest of your life in bed recovering"
  42. happyhealthy

    The story of happyhealthy's expedition to maintain!

    LOL thanks for you're expertise ladies. I'd just like to point out that I don't *think* I'm socially awkward anymore. I've got a wonderful group of friends, a wonderful person that I'm seeing (all be it moving 70 miles away in a month!), a fun job and life couldn't be happier (minus exams) but...
  43. happyhealthy

    Sarah's Ramblings.... 2011!

    Ok so I had a night out last night and I got woken up by my dearest father calling me at 8:30 (thanks dad!!) so I'm on minimins (naturally) and still a litttleeee tipsy so this might not make sense. ;) I don't know your boyfriend, but I can understand where he's coming from. Properly meeting...
  44. happyhealthy

    Before & After Photo Thread of Inspiration!!! Post Your photos here!

    Thanks Jim! it means a lot! Looking more than grand yourself :D xxx
  45. happyhealthy

    Tina's diary of hopefull optimism!

    You do need a new facebook friend... me! :D Only kidding, mines only new so not very interesting as of yet. BUT IT SHALL IMPROVE!! I have my fingers and eyes crossed for a STS! Even if the 3lb doesn't go away it's not the end of the world. Might feel like it, but it's not! Think how petty...
  46. happyhealthy

    The story of happyhealthy's expedition to maintain!

    It's not like a outstandingly horrible thing that happened, but I suppose it could explain why I used to run a mile at slightest whiff of potential boyfriend in my early teens!! :) I do want to spend my life with someone. I want to take care of them and be a girlfriend. My boyfriend before...
  47. happyhealthy

    5 stone gone before and after pictures and my story :) you can do it too!

    AWW thank you SOOOO much -hugs- good luck!! you can do it!! xxx
  48. happyhealthy

    The story of happyhealthy's expedition to maintain!

    Hey Tina! :D I agree with you that thin and pretty doesn't always equal popular. Some of the most unpopular kids at my school where terribly thin. But I think that confidence definetly does, and that's something I only got when I lost 5 stone. I don't have a hard time now, far from it. Those...
  49. happyhealthy

    The story of happyhealthy's expedition to maintain!

    And can I just say in the past 3 months since I've lost the beef I've had more intrest in me than I've ever had in my puff times 1090912 million!! And also, I've learned a sudden increase in confidence can be a bit of a shock to the system and isn't always a good thing lol ...
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    The story of happyhealthy's expedition to maintain!

    Yay! You're here! Aw Caroline, I know how you feel. When I was 11, I always thought I was way behind on the boy front. Everyone else told me they'd had thier first kiss, thier first boyfriend and I felt like a fruit since I didn't even have any super close guy friends. Of course I know know that...
  51. happyhealthy

    5 stone gone before and after pictures and my story :) you can do it too!

    I lost it in 7 months exactly to the day :)
  52. happyhealthy

    Bostik's Finally Doing It :)

    Bos, I bet you look stunning! You should post up some piccys and let us all have a gander at these new clothes. I love looking at peoples outfits. Vair sex and the city!!
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    Sarah's Ramblings.... 2011!

    Mate you can well lose this weight in time for your bday!! If the worst comes to the worst, get a haircut and that'll knock atleast a pound off ;) lol! BEST OF LUCK! If you've got us, your sorted babe! xx
  54. happyhealthy

    Lindsey's I quit sugar diary

    Lindsey you crazy cat GET BACK INTO OUR LIVES!! :D
  55. happyhealthy

    Fat and 50!! I think not..

    Aww man, 2lb is awesome!! :D -does the victory dance- on yourself little sis!
  56. happyhealthy

    Tina's diary of hopefull optimism!

    Tina, your diary is filthy this weather!! You should be ashamed ;)
  57. happyhealthy

    Shazzabir CC Journey to 9st!

    You've gained because when you build muscle you're muscles retain water to repair themselves. I promise you it'll literally drop off overnight. It might take one week, but It WILL drop off. I used to panic when I seen that I'd gained a pound for no reason, but I've now come to learn that even...
  58. happyhealthy

    Staying Shunk Shrimpy

    Shrimppyyy well done on your loss :D You'll be at that 120lb bad boy in no time. As Michael Jackson once famously sang (kinda), can you reaaccchhh it cann you reaacchhhh itt oh yess you cannnn!!
  59. happyhealthy

    The story of happyhealthy's expedition to maintain!

    Were you your husband first relationship? I think sometimes boys can get mega nervous around girls and instead of trying they just freeze cos girls are like some mystical creature to them! I used to think boys just didn't enjoy holding hands, but now I think they're just secretly as nervous...
  60. happyhealthy

    5 stone gone before and after pictures and my story :) you can do it too!

    Thank you so much! Such lovely comments :) xx
  61. happyhealthy

    The story of happyhealthy's expedition to maintain!

    Yeah it is! :) I know, you wonder what they hoped to achieve by not being affectionate. I don't know if he was embarrassed or just a social oddball. Ah well lesson well and truly learnt!
  62. happyhealthy

    The story of happyhealthy's expedition to maintain!

    Good God, for sure! This guy I'm seeing now was the head of the cool dudes at school (and he's not a jerk like most of these people are). He was pretty much the guy I fancied for ages but never ever even thought anything would happen because well I was the fattest girl in the year and he was...
  63. happyhealthy

    Bostik's Finally Doing It :)

    Ohh mine are analogue, but now I'm thinking they could be wayy out! No gonna lie, a little frightened that I'll step on digital scales and they'll have me 15lb heavier!
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    Tina's diary of hopefull optimism!

    LMAO! Poor Mr. lego, only 5 months 4 days left...
  65. happyhealthy

    The story of happyhealthy's expedition to maintain!

    Well there's not a good and a bad house, its more the geeks (old boyfriend) and the cool dudes (new boyfriend)... actually yeah pretty much Gryffendor!! woooo!
  66. happyhealthy

    Bostik's Finally Doing It :)

    -fingers crossed- good luck for WI chick. Do you use digital scales or analogue ones?
  67. happyhealthy

    Tina's diary of hopefull optimism!

    TELL HIM YOU DONT HAVE THE CALORIES LEFT!! As I think we've mentioned before the 'eventuality' has a whopping 7 calories!! "Sorry Mr. Lego, I don't have the calories" ... think that'll go down well? :D
  68. happyhealthy

    The story of happyhealthy's expedition to maintain!

    I know exactly what you're saying, it's like uncanny! I tried to break up with Mr. Ex and he was on the verge of crying, so me being all 'oh-no-i-cant-hurt-anyone' just let it drag on, and on. But then it struck me that I can't have a relationship bilt on pity, that would make nobody happy. So I...
  69. happyhealthy

    5 stone gone before and after pictures and my story :) you can do it too!

    Aw ladies, every one of your comments means the world to me -hugs- thank you so so so much! I've said this before but if any of you want advice on your weight loss or just someone to chat to then you're more than welcome to ask me a question in my diary (link in my signature). I'm no expert but...
  70. happyhealthy

    The story of happyhealthy's expedition to maintain!

    I can deal with the exams, it's just gonna take a whole load of sweat and elbow grease but the boy problems are where the advice was needed! And you gave exceptionally good advice! Can I ask you, how did you end your dead relationship? It's a very personal question I know, so I have complete...
  71. happyhealthy

    The story of happyhealthy's expedition to maintain!

    well it was TINY!! I put in in bread roll plate though so it looked like I had a lot :) I'm not hungry though which is a bonus! If I was starvin marvin, I would of eating something else - but obviously the big meal (I won't insult myself by calling it dinner at 3pm) has kept my tummy full :)
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    The story of happyhealthy's expedition to maintain!

    Thank you shrimpy! Gah I know my problems are minuscule compared to some but this is really a big thing in the life of Lucy lol! Oh solids - is gonna get owned ;) bring it on dielectric properties !! :D
  73. happyhealthy

    5 stone gone before and after pictures and my story :) you can do it too!

    Thank you guys :D It's so lovely to hear such positive feedback! I posted this to inspire others that they too can achieve their weight loss goals and it seems to of had that effect so I'm happy :)
  74. happyhealthy

    5 stone gone before and after pictures and my story :) you can do it too!

    Thank you Smudge :) Hope all goes well for you x
  75. happyhealthy

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

    Why thank you so much! Though I think if I ruled the world there would be mass riots :D Thanks again for your support, it means a lot :)
  76. happyhealthy

    newbie who is PETRIFIED about starting

    Read this and hopefully it'll give you a little inspiration http://www.minimins.com/calorie-counting/220607-happyhealthy-thoughts-i-approach-goal.html
  77. happyhealthy

    NEWBIE - DAY 4 & STRUGGLING!!!

    Read this, it might give you a little inspiration :) http://www.minimins.com/calorie-counting/220607-happyhealthy-thoughts-i-approach-goal.html
  78. happyhealthy

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

    Thanks so much Hayley! What a lovely time to say :) Best of luck with your weight loss too - remember I'm always here if you need someone to talk to.
  79. happyhealthy

    The story of happyhealthy's expedition to maintain!

    So today hasn't been the best foodwise. We're getting a new cooker so I had to have my dinner at 3:30, and because of this I've only got 100 calories to last me the rest of the night. :( I'm thinking a mini chilli for dinner. 25g of quorn = 26 calories 25g of chopped tomatos = 11 calories 25g...
  80. happyhealthy

    Shazzabir CC Journey to 9st!

    I think it's always good to have a cheeky little day off the exercise :) I find if I do some hard workouts everyday, my performance goes wayyy down until I take a day off, and start a fresh the next day. I usually have one day off a week but I won't beat myself up if I take 2 days off a week...
  81. happyhealthy

    Before & After Photo Thread of Inspiration!!! Post Your photos here!

    Thank you, that's such a kind thing to say. Good luck on your weight loss, I'm no expert but you're welcome to ask me at any time for any advice xx
  82. happyhealthy

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

    I've just read your message lucysmommy - thank you so much! :D I'm not really a proper inspiration, just someone who got off their ass and done something about it!
  83. happyhealthy

    5 stone gone before and after pictures and my story :) you can do it too!

    I posted this on the CC board, but I thought I'd share a bit of inspiration and post it here too :) As there are so many people on Minis just starting out I thought I would share my thoughts in the hope that it may help someone else. This most may sound a little self-indulgent, so I...
  84. happyhealthy

    Before & After Photo Thread of Inspiration!!! Post Your photos here!

    Me after losing five stone :) The first picture is a facial change and the second set of pictures is a half body shot. Remember guys, you can do it! If Someone like me can do it then so can you :) Best of luck xx Before: After: Body before: Body after:
  85. happyhealthy

    CC NSV - Non-Scale Victories!

    I overheard my hairdresser telling my mum that "Lucy has the body to die for now!" I'm not saying that I agree with her, but makes you feel all warm and fuzzy inside that you've Oh and also this morning I did the awkward dash from the front door to put the bin out at the last minute, but in my...
  86. happyhealthy

    Bostik's Finally Doing It :)

    Is low low like I can't believe it's not butter but the cheese version? Like it's not actually cheese but it tastes pretty close?
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    Tina's diary of hopefull optimism!

    Kirsty, I'm one inch shorter than you and at 142lb I looked very healthy! You're going to look grand at 140lb. You can always tone up a bit if you're not completely happy, but hopefully you will be :)
  88. happyhealthy

    Kirstys 1000-1200 Diary

    :D where are you going on holiday babe? As for your STS, I can only suggest a few things. Sometimes we all get too comfortable in our fitness and dieting we become a little laid back with the rules that got us to where we are. Look at your MFP diary and see if you've allowed food portion...
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    Tina's diary of hopefull optimism!

    They are yummy! It's one of your five a day because of the tomato sauce :)
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    Sarah's Ramblings.... 2011!

    The worst thing about work lunches is that you do't actually have a clue what he ruddy hell the cals are, so you end up vastly over estimating and before you know it you've used 500 calories on a couple of sandwiches! And also I find mayo is very popular in work lunches lol. Helllooo 50234923...
  91. happyhealthy

    The story of happyhealthy's expedition to maintain!

    That's what I'm worried about also, incase new guy doesn't trust me because I didn't get with him in the clearest of circumstances. And I'm totally NOT that sort of girl. Gahhhh I've got myself into such a mess. :cry:
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    Samalama striving to get in the PINK!

    Urgh I had a weekend off for the end of my May exams. I never ate over calories but I used all my calories on junk like pizza and vodka :) Not a vegetable in sight. I felt SO SO bad after I swore I'd never do it again because it just wasn't worth it. And I haven't. I could never not go to...
  93. happyhealthy

    Bostik's Finally Doing It :)

    Morrisons 'eat smart' cheese slices are lovely at only 53 calories a slice. In saying that though, I've never been able to tell the difference between normal and low fat versions lol. What about using ricotta/mozzarella instead of cheddar? It's like a quarter of the cals!!
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    Tina's diary of hopefull optimism!

    Girls, just keep on giving it your all and you'll know when you're at your happy weight. I know that sounds a bit iffy but one day you'll look in the mirror and you'll know when it's time to start maintaining. Wether that's at a BMI of 21, 23, 27 or 34. The main thing is life is that you're...
  95. happyhealthy

    The story of happyhealthy's expedition to maintain!

    Can I just say that you're the first person I've met who understands about a dead relationship. And reading your post it's hit me like a hammer on the head because that is my situation EXACTLY. In the last six months of our relationship we maybe met about 4 times alone - yes FOUR TIMES!! (We did...
  96. happyhealthy

    The story of happyhealthy's expedition to maintain!

    Biology! That's awesome!! I do physics (geeekk) so I'm well in with the geek crowd too :D I've got a mechanics, solids and maths exam to sit. The names are deceiving!! They sound easy but they are like three brick walls. It's also finding the time to study. I need time to go out and socialise...
  97. happyhealthy

    The story of happyhealthy's expedition to maintain!

    Fiona, you are far from old! You're a hot momma! ;) Ohh what degree did you do?
  98. happyhealthy

    The story of happyhealthy's expedition to maintain!

    Thanks girls, you are all amazing. I just feel like I've let life get ontop of things, and I feel like merde for not starting to study. And now this has propped up. I think I will speak to him. He's away on holiday just now but when he gets back I'll arrange to meet him and I'll bring the...
  99. happyhealthy

    Tina's diary of hopefull optimism!

    I was looking in the mirror today and still seen the old 'obese' me. I think sometimes it takes our minds a while to catch up with out bodies. Or maybe we never will be truly happy with ourself and confirm to the common thought that no woman is happy with her body? I hope not. I lost just under...
  100. happyhealthy

    The story of happyhealthy's expedition to maintain!

    Well I went out with my old boyfriend for a long time, but if you've read squeezys diary recently, then I told how he wasn't very nice to me etc. So I broke up with him and I started getting feelings for a guy I'd know (ie. the guy I'm always saying is awesome). I know that sounds like I'm...
  101. happyhealthy

    The story of happyhealthy's expedition to maintain!

    It's a bit like when you just know someone is 100% right for you, everything you've ever wanted and it's sods law that it's all gotta end :( *sobs*
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    The story of happyhealthy's expedition to maintain!

    Oh zut zut zut as our french friends would say. I'm mega mega stressed just now. I've got 3 exams mid August from uni which I need to pass and I haven't started studying yet! ArGH! I hate that feeling that you've got so much on your plate in so little time to do it all. I'm also so behind on...
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    Tina's diary of hopefull optimism!

    WELL DONE!! It feels great, doesn't it. It's like 'hawl you extra flab, kiss my skinny little ass!" You're a wee skinny mini now. When I reached healthy weight I bought my self a 150 pound pair of Kurt Gieger heels... which I left in a club on their first outing lol. baaadddd times!
  104. happyhealthy

    Sarah's Ramblings.... 2011!

    Uni starts mid September, you guys will of lost a stone by then!!
  105. happyhealthy

    The story of happyhealthy's expedition to maintain!

    Thank you so much for your advice Kirsty! So you increased by 200 calories for 2 weeks at a time?
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    Samalama striving to get in the PINK!

    Well done on your loss!! I've posted this on another diary somewhere but if you're ever in a restaurant and you just know that you're going to have a huge amount of oil/cheese etc in your meal then order what you want, then head to the bar/station and ask if you can have your meal made with less...
  107. happyhealthy

    Nurseberyl's Diary

    Ohh all you need is some ionic solution, like window cleaner. Then take two pencils and split then and take the graphite rod out. Then get 2 lines of metal wire (metal coat hangers will do) and connect each of the graphite rods to the ends of the hangers. Then dip the graphite rods in the window...
  108. happyhealthy

    Staying Shunk Shrimpy

    Woww you look gorgeous! I bet there will be a 'hot teacher' award coming your way sometime very soon :D
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    The story of happyhealthy's expedition to maintain!

    The surfers were hot but I had someone else with me that is just no comparrison - model or not! (aww how cute am I hehe :D) My maintenance level is about 1600-1700, so I'm going to up the old calories next week and just keep a close eye on the scales. My BMR is just over 1200, so 1600 seems...
  110. happyhealthy

    Fat and 50!! I think not..

    So glad to hear your mum's ok. There's nothing worse than someone you love to bits going through a bad time health wise. :( Fingers crossed for a speedy recovery xx
  111. happyhealthy

    Bostik's Finally Doing It :)

    That's fantastic! My mum is exactly the same. She goes to the gym with me too. It's good in some ways and terrible in the other. My mum could talk to hind legs off a donkey so sometimes I'm waiting for ageesss waiting for her to say goodbye to everyone :p I tried to get my mum into MFP too...
  112. happyhealthy

    Tina's diary of hopefull optimism!

    Bites can be deceiving! A level teaspoon on peanut butter is 93 calories!!! That's not even a bite lol Glad to see that you're fine and dandy lego and there's not a mini lego block on the way ;)
  113. happyhealthy

    Lucysmommys cc and exercise diary

    Well done! :D You've lost this!! :eek: :eek: Never to be seen again lol! Glad o hear you're good xx
  114. happyhealthy

    Nurseberyl's Diary

    I'm such a geek, that I'd make my own battery until I found some shop ones lol (did I really just admit that one? :o)
  115. happyhealthy

    time to get serious! done it before and *WILL* do it again!

    I find that chewing gum works wonders after a night out. Drunken muchies isn't a hunger, it's the sensation of eating our body craves. So pop in a few gum pellets and bobs your uncle :D
  116. happyhealthy

    Sarah's Ramblings.... 2011!

    Wooo! Birthday night out :D The tapas sounds lovely. I find that you don't eat as much at them because if you're sharing, you remind yourself to only take a small amount so that the other person actually has some food :P Glad you had a good weekend babe, remember dieting is important, but it...
  117. happyhealthy

    The story of happyhealthy's expedition to maintain!

    Gingers found for Caroline Name: David Age: 26 Gingerness (on a scale of one to 10): 8 Occupation: Student LOL only kidding, sadly my dears I wasn't talking to any people of great gingerness on my travels BUT I did meet two lovely blonde Norwegian guys who were Quicksilver surf wear...
  118. happyhealthy

    The story of happyhealthy's expedition to maintain!

    So where have I been? I've had a long weekend off work and I went out 4 nights in a row, so I've pretty much been going out at 7pm, coming home at 5am (or 9:45 like this morning :D), sleeping during the day, then getting ready to head back out for 7pm again so sadly I've had no time for the...
  119. happyhealthy

    Staying Shunk Shrimpy

    Okay, I know it's a bit late but I told you that your gain from the other week was Jillian's fault and it would go away!! :D :D See proof that new exercise always makes you gain weight because your muscles store extra water to repair themselves ;)
  120. happyhealthy

    Tina's diary of hopefull optimism!

    Enjoy your night tonight lego! When go out I ate my dinner around 4pm so when the alcohol comes out I get tipsy on one drink so a great calorie safer :D And gawdddd the forever changing dieting wardrobe@ I went through a new pair of jeans each month!! Le tres expensive. I ended up just buying...
  121. happyhealthy

    The story of happyhealthy's expedition to maintain!

    I'm sorry, but this is definitely seeming like I little more than a friendship!! Infact, what's that I can hear? is that... WEDDING BELLS? only kiddng :D If hes doing that then he's defo into you. You might not see it yourself but as an experienced outsider, it's completely obvious!! LOL a side...
  122. happyhealthy

    Viking Supergirl's Last Two Stone Diary! Edit: 7lb down!

    When they make bras to incorporate the ones at the back then well start thinking about it lol! And Viking, I too picture you to be a wild red headed woman living on a long boat who somehow has an internet connection and the nutritional info to calorie count :D
  123. happyhealthy

    Bostik's Finally Doing It :)

    I'm with Kirsty - to hell with what others think!! You're most probably never going to see these people again, so even if they do think something of your food choice then that's there problem. Not yours. Too many people sacrifice so much of their own happiness, do things that they don't even...
  124. happyhealthy

    Sarah's Ramblings.... 2011!

    Oh I'm jealous about the Harry Potter marathon!! You could always go into boots and get a little bag of maple syrup popcorn from the shapers range. It's only 98 cals a bag so you won't feel like your missing out on the popcorn :)
  125. happyhealthy

    TTfans diary and lessons learned

    I would *cough* "accidentally* knock it over and quietly put it in the bin under some other rubbish. You can make yourself feel better about it bu think that it's for medical reasons - after all, losing weight leads to much much better health! Also, this is what I do in a similar dilema. If I'm...
  126. happyhealthy

    The story of happyhealthy's expedition to maintain!

    With all this chat , I think I'm going to rename my diary "The story of happyhealthy's expedition to get Caroline a bit of ginger" :D
  127. happyhealthy

    Lucysmommys cc and exercise diary

    Are they the pizza express ones in the light blue box? I seen them the other day! I'm not a fan of pre-made pizza, but I'm curious to hear how a low cal version tastes. Spin and zumba in one day? Good luck with that :D xx
  128. happyhealthy

    Fat and 50!! I think not..

    Ohh you're like my mum! She doesn't think it's right to eat her dinner if it's past a certain time. Always says "That would just lie in my stomach!!". For her though I think she's too caught up on the whole "eating at night makes you fat" myth. She's also big on the 90's fad of eating the less...
  129. happyhealthy

    Tina's diary of hopefull optimism!

    LOL it would just be like one of us to get pregnant while trying to lose weight. If it's any comfort losing weight influences your hormonal balance and this mean menstruation, and I know this first hand. Good luck with the dentist. My granny ended up having to be taken to the dental hospital...
  130. happyhealthy

    The story of happyhealthy's expedition to maintain!

    He is gorrgggoooooooousssssssssssssss! I'd be drooling too! Definitely well and truly ticks the 'ginger enough' box on my hot list!! Woo wooo :D :D :D I get so excited about things like this!! :talk017: And if you don't want him to see it (not that he would) go here...
  131. happyhealthy

    The story of happyhealthy's expedition to maintain!

    A flirtationship? yeah yeah heard it allll before!!
  132. happyhealthy

    The story of happyhealthy's expedition to maintain!

    Couldn't of said it better myself! :D GET HIM UP CAROLINE!! We need to see if he's good enough :D I'll whip up a picture of Mr. Happyhealthy so we can be scrutinized together lol !
  133. happyhealthy

    Goodthings calorie counting to maintain

    I'd try 100 for the first half of the week then 200 for the second half. I think 200 right away is a little too drastic. Your metabolism will need time to adjust. That's just my opinion though - it's such a personal thing since it's your wedding I don't want to advice something that has so much...
  134. happyhealthy

    The story of happyhealthy's expedition to maintain!

    That's another thing, I'm gonna miss the goals! Obviously I'll have a goal to stay within a weight range (I'm going to have a 3lb window that I can comfortably sit in, and if I go out of that window then I need to nip it in the bud take action). However, like now, I get up in the morning, go to...
  135. happyhealthy

    The story of happyhealthy's expedition to maintain!

    Awrite Caroline, poor top tossers only just took off his tosser uniform and you've got another man in the works!!! hahaha! Wooo I'm off to read you diary for the chat. Excited for the new 'friend' (for now :p) in yooo life!! :D :D ps. rowing 'boy' is clearly MAN :D
  136. happyhealthy

    The story of happyhealthy's expedition to maintain!

    Firstly, thank you so much for taking the time writing such a detailed reply. I don't mean to sound big headed, but I'm 100% up for the challenge of keeping the weight off. Before I had NO concept that about what was too much food and that's all changed now. Losing this weight has been like a...
  137. happyhealthy

    Staying Shunk Shrimpy

    Ae shrimpers ya star! I'm chuffed for you. You got this maintaining business owned ;)
  138. happyhealthy

    Kirstys 1000-1200 Diary

    That's great about your sister! And being good for 3 days is suppperrrrr... it feels so great doesn't it? At the start of me losing weight I had some 'bleh' days. Not like I eat everything, but my cravings were awful, so I (stupidly) would have a chocolate bar instead of dinner...how insane is...
  139. happyhealthy

    Bumblebums Last Chance Saloon.....revisited!

    Oh and I've also had from a 'friend' on my course: "Yeah, I didn't want to say anything about you losing weight. Well I was gonna, but then I realised I was now the fattest girl in the year"... eh thanks?
  140. happyhealthy

    Bumblebums Last Chance Saloon.....revisited!

    I know only too well about the dreaded 'friends' reaction to dieting. My true friends have been lovely, but there's been one girl who I see from time to time who hasn't been as supportive. An old friend from school who I haven't seen in about 2 years stopped us in the shops and complimented me...
  141. happyhealthy

    Goodthings calorie counting to maintain

    I'm going to be thinking of you at WI! I know how much you need to STS so you're dress fits you perfectly :) Maybe you should consider weighing yourself every morning so that IF you do see yourself losing/gaining you can nip it in the bud right away instead of getting to the end of the week and...
  142. happyhealthy

    Staying Shunk Shrimpy

    I've got my fingers and eyes crossed for your WI! Can I just say that you're very brave weighing in at the end of the day! I know you're obliged to weigh in a t night because of classes, but I much prefer the scales in the morning, pre-bathroom, pre-food when they're usually a few pounds...
  143. happyhealthy

    The story of happyhealthy's expedition to maintain!

    Thanks guys - you are all awesome. And I really really mean that. I'd be lost without you all. I jreally would. can now totally understand why people take their dieting too far, because it's easer to continue losing that to take the leap of faith and have trust in your body that it's not going...
  144. happyhealthy

    Samalama striving to get in the PINK!

    Get yourself on it missus and you can just add us! :D Better to have 5 good friends on it than 100 people you don't really like :) Quality not quantity. One of my guy friends, who is really well liked, refuses to add anyone he doesn't speak to more than once a week. He's got 12 people on it and...
  145. happyhealthy

    Fat Experiences

    Or when someone asks you "Do you want a chocolate?", you say yes please and they reply (sarcastically) "Ask a stupid question". Or is did just seem to happen to me lol?
  146. happyhealthy

    Nurseberyl's Diary

    Hahaha at least you're honest about it! Everyone's a secret nosey bugger where facebook's concerned :D And I've got you added missus!
  147. happyhealthy

    Samalama striving to get in the PINK!

    Mine's only a few weeks old so it's still in that 'just getting started' very very bland stage - mot many pictures to see at the momento! However once I get the hang of it I'm sure I'll get that bad boy buzzeed!
  148. happyhealthy

    The story of happyhealthy's expedition to maintain!

    Thanks chums! It means a lot! At least when you all come to maintaining I'll be able to pass on some tips to save you the stress lol!
  149. happyhealthy

    Nurseberyl's Diary

    Offtttt the expert is in the house!!! :D :D
  150. happyhealthy

    Viking Supergirl's Last Two Stone Diary! Edit: 7lb down!

    You've got it spot on :) We're just slightly different cultures and I think it's clear in Jillian's videos. She's just too harsh, all or nothing attitude and she treats it like "I am super, see if you can become like me" whereas someone like Rosemary Conley is all "Hello dear, don't worry at...
  151. happyhealthy

    The story of happyhealthy's expedition to maintain!

    Thanks Fiona and squeezy. I think I seem so self indulgent though. I'm like "wooo look at me, my only problem is that I don't want to lose any more weight" while good people like yourseleves are still working towards goal- so I'm really sorry if it comes across that way. When I was bigger I...
  152. happyhealthy

    Samalama striving to get in the PINK!

    Oh, and I added you on facebook from the link under your minimins user. Hope you don't mind - I just recently got a new one!
  153. happyhealthy

    Samalama striving to get in the PINK!

    It might only be a pound a week, but in 6 months time all those little pounds will add up. I used to listen to the Oasis song 'little by little' when I was disheartened because it gives you faith that it's every little pounds counts. That's why so many people fail at losing weight. They 'only'...
  154. happyhealthy

    Staying Shunk Shrimpy

    :D see me :D Full of quality recommendations! Stand aside A.A. Gill!
  155. happyhealthy

    The story of happyhealthy's expedition to maintain!

    Thanks for the compliments everyone and the recipe squeeze - I'll try it out as soon as I get my hands on some mixed seeds :D I'm heading to Wetherspoons and like any good CC'er, I've already chosen what I'm going to have. The five bean chilli jacket potato looks lovely: Butter, kidney...
  156. happyhealthy

    Samalama striving to get in the PINK!

    Aww Sam, I know exactly how you feel. It's not like you're thinking of giving up at all, it's just your a little down in the dumps that the weight isn't coming off as quickly as you like. I had days were I'd think "I'm so far away from my goal" and I'd get so disheartened. I'd also hear people...
  157. happyhealthy

    Nurseberyl's Diary

    Go into a shop. That way they need to answer you face to face and you can show them the problem directly. You're paying for a service that isn't being delivered and if they don't do anything about that, then that's a breach of the law since it's against the trade descriptions act. Iphone 4's...
  158. happyhealthy

    Lindsey's I quit sugar diary

    This is a kind of semi-related funny story I've just remembered. My uncle is one of those tall bulky sorts. Not fat of anything, but tall and well built. However we went down on holiday to stay with his mum and family in Italy for 3 months and when he came back he'd put on 3 stone from all the...
  159. happyhealthy

    Tina's diary of hopefull optimism!

    YAY for collar bones!! They're one of the things that I never felt in my life and I started to doubt that I even had them. Now they're on full show and they feel weird so I know how you feel!! Makes you feel very feminine :) And just noticed that you're less than a stone and a half to goal...
  160. happyhealthy

    Kirstys 1000-1200 Diary

    If you really want a milkybar take one, but try not to eat the whole packet lol. If the temptation gets too much go and put them in your car during your break that why they'll be out of sight and out of reach. :)
  161. happyhealthy

    time to get serious! done it before and *WILL* do it again!

    I know - half a kebabs, chips and two bites of chicken, the food of love!
  162. happyhealthy

    Viking Supergirl's Last Two Stone Diary! Edit: 7lb down!

    How insane is the 30 day shed? Jillian's a little too Americanised. I don't say this in a disparaging way against the Americans, my own dad is from America, it's just that there's a small difference in our cultures and I think Jillian's techniques are more aimed at how of friends across the pond...
  163. happyhealthy

    Lucysmommys cc and exercise diary

    Hahaha lego, I know the feeling. You're sweating away and some old lady beside you is whizzing away without a care in the world. There are some super fit old people about let me tell you! My friends grandpa is 83 and runs the marathon every year - he'd put us all to shame!
  164. happyhealthy

    Lindsey's I quit sugar diary

    LOL Shaz How to lose a pound in the 10 minutes before WI by the girls over in CC'ing 1. Shave off all hair. Even the little baby blonde hairs that no one sees except yourself on your tummy 2. Trim finger and toenails. 3. Remove all jewelry, metal hip joins and pacemakers 4. And most...
  165. happyhealthy

    Samalama striving to get in the PINK!

    ^^What lego said. The woman speaks wise words!
  166. happyhealthy

    Bumblebums Last Chance Saloon.....revisited!

    I too came in under goal yesterday- by one calorie! *high fives*
  167. happyhealthy

    Nurseberyl's Diary

    LOL, don't worry - there's no way he's going to be able to stick to 800 if his recommendation is 2100. He'll start passing out. I went on holiday to a rural village in China a few years ago and being the fussy eater that I am, didn't want to touch the local cuisine. I'd heard one too many...
  168. happyhealthy

    Viking Supergirl's Last Two Stone Diary! Edit: 7lb down!

    But Tina you're 5'10!!! If you got down to some other people's target weights you'd look like a shoelace! I love being small length wise (you can get in and out of small places and you tend to get away with murder because you look small and vulnerable lol) but sometimes I'd LOVE to be your...
  169. happyhealthy

    Viking Supergirl's Last Two Stone Diary! Edit: 7lb down!

    When you start using muscle that haven't been used in a while, the muscles 'tear' themselves, but don't worry it's not as bad as it sounds. It's just your muscle 'growing' if you like. Sadly this process involves the muscle storing water as they repair themselves - hence you should find a gain...
  170. happyhealthy

    Slimmers bread-and-butter-custard dessert... or breakfast!

    This is getting made tomorrow! I don't have any of the ingredients though. May have to improvise with weetabix, milk and vanilla extract lol!
  171. happyhealthy

    The story of happyhealthy's expedition to maintain!

    Hey! Thanks so much for stopping by and saying such a nice thing. I get all embarrased when people say things like that lol :greenapple: Slimming world is a really good plan. It teaches you how to eat properly, for example fruit, veg and healthy goods in vast supply and the "bad" foods can be...
  172. happyhealthy

    The story of happyhealthy's expedition to maintain!

    Since I'm on a picture roll, I've decided to take a picture to see how my waist has changed over the past 7 months. First picture is was taken end of November last year, second picture was taken a few moments ago nearly 5 stone lighter. I've never really compared body shots until now (in fact...
  173. happyhealthy

    The story of happyhealthy's expedition to maintain!

    I bought it. I would love to make it though so if there's any recipes going you know who to send them too :D I'm going to sound like such a sad case but the granola bar was the first processed food I'd eaten in weeks - and even then it wasn't that processed. It was from Holland and Barrat and it...
  174. happyhealthy

    The story of happyhealthy's expedition to maintain!

    Just had the most lovely dessert. Apples, grapes, yoghurt and granola. Omnomnomnom :D
  175. happyhealthy

    Lindsey's I quit sugar diary

    Looking terrific Lindsey!! There's gonna be wars over those shoes!! xx
  176. happyhealthy

    Nurseberyl's Diary

    I know how it feels! I remember last Autumn when I was bigger, I was home alone for atwo days and the weather was all horridly stormy. I made myself a 12 ich cake, which was iced with 500g of icing sugar and butter and I ate the lot - in two days!! And the worst was I didn't see it as a binge...
  177. happyhealthy

    Tina's diary of hopefull optimism!

    I've never tried pesto - it's something I'll need to try! And Tina, you're a dab hand in the kitchen! Nigella Lawson stand aside, step forward Mrs. Tina! The carvary is mental. You can have the smallest portion and it's like 1000 calories and 45g of fat. Last time I went I asked for a...
  178. happyhealthy

    The story of happyhealthy's expedition to maintain!

    And Caroline, I got my snazzy lunchbox from a shop in Times Square in New York (check me) But I've found the same one being sold here: Superman Tin Lunch Box - #AyoBaby We can be cool lunchbox people together!
  179. happyhealthy

    Bumblebums Last Chance Saloon.....revisited!

    2 miles is exellennttooo! You should be so so chuffed with yourself :D Next you'll be coming on telling us that you ran 10 miles before breakfast... watch this space :D
  180. happyhealthy

    The story of happyhealthy's expedition to maintain!

    I went to see 'bad teacher'. It was actually wuite good, but not the sort of movie you'd rush out to buy. Justin Timberlake was a sort of nerdry inteluect in it... offffftttt he can do my calorie calculations for me anyday! Noooooo, you can tell me why Mr. S is grumpy babe, I honestly don't...
  181. happyhealthy

    The story of happyhealthy's expedition to maintain!

    Awww, poor top tosser. My heart bleeds for him. Please note: post may contain sarcasm. :D
  182. happyhealthy

    The story of happyhealthy's expedition to maintain!

    And can he please have a very nice holiday home in the Bahamas that we can all go and visit whenever we want? Caroline I think that your next man should be sent our way first - we'll give him a FBI style interview and see if he passes our tight criteria. Though shall not pass if unacceptable!
  183. happyhealthy

    The story of happyhealthy's expedition to maintain!

    Well I'm flattered that you read through my WHOLE diary Sam! I'm also very flattered about the guru comment, but I'm really not! Lindsey has lost 3lb more than me and legomom lost 5 stone (again 3lb more than me!) last year so I'm just an ordinary punter around these parts lol! Infact a mere...
  184. happyhealthy

    The story of happyhealthy's expedition to maintain!

    Arrghh! Have to dash but I'll reply to everyones lovely comments when I get back - I'm not leaving you in the lurch! xx
  185. happyhealthy

    The story of happyhealthy's expedition to maintain!

    I'm sorry for just replying squeezy! I ended up partaking in a late night cinema outing with ze chums then I came home and zonked out after a strenuous few days rowing/drooling. :D Forgiveness please! How are you anyway babe? How is Mr. Squeezy? Is he like the male version of you? He should...
  186. happyhealthy

    Nurseberyl's Diary

    NANDOS NANDOS NANDOS! I loveeeeee nandos! Omonmonmonmon :D Hope you had a good time. And like Sam and Squeeze said, that 3lb gain won't all be true weight. Promise :)
  187. happyhealthy

    Fat and 50!! I think not..

    Sam, I wrote exactly about this in my diary a couple of days ago (here's the link to the post: http://www.minimins.com/calorie-counting-diaries/215240-story-happyhealthys-expedition-maintain-67lb-loss-10.html#post3820619 ) It's me trying to shed some light on the peskyness of other peoples...
  188. happyhealthy

    Have to keep going now, actually can't give up!

    I've just read over my last post and I sound so silly lol! Winging over a bloody pound! I'm frightened of things like needles, but I'd grit my teeth and do it since it's for such a good cause. Like you said, it's someone's mother/child/loved one that you're saving.
  189. happyhealthy

    The story of happyhealthy's expedition to maintain!

    Yeah Caroline, we all sent round a private message and decided that you're taking one for the team and having him :D The rest of us are taken ladies. ;) We should get him set up with a rowing machine outside top tossers house - get him to row right through his living room window!
  190. happyhealthy

    Have to keep going now, actually can't give up!

    It says you can't join if you're under 8 stone. What if you're a smidgen under for the foreseeable future until your transition to maintenance is over? (I'm thinking it's going to take 6 weeks for me to slowly up my calories without gaining excess weight, so I'm using that pound as a 'bumper')...
  191. happyhealthy

    The story of happyhealthy's expedition to maintain!

    It's not sad at all Fiona! In fact I do believe a recent scientific study said it was actually HEALTHY to salavate over younger men. :) Ok I totally made that up but it's the principle that counts. You are still young yourself Fiona! 46 is pretty much the new 16 these days :D Hehe bejesus I'm...
  192. happyhealthy

    Have to keep going now, actually can't give up!

    Caroline, I think it's wonderful that you've joined and you're telling people. I've always wanted to join something like this too since I think the work they do is invaluable! I'm going to join up too :)
  193. happyhealthy

    Staying Shunk Shrimpy

    Morning Shrimps! (or should that be 'Good evening?") Glad to see you're still giving big Jillian the what-not on day 6! Here's to the other 24 :D Megan Fox will be texting you for muscle toning tips by the end of it!
  194. happyhealthy

    The story of happyhealthy's expedition to maintain!

    He's 22 haha! No, he doesn't know I've uploaded this photo. Imagine if he finds it, I'll be left red faced as the girl who posted "ARRGGHHH look how hot my rowing sidekick is" hehe, oh well gotta enjoy life! Talking of which, I'm outside in the garden enjoying the sun and it's starting to spit...
  195. happyhealthy

    The story of happyhealthy's expedition to maintain!

    Hahahahahaha Just pipe it down on my page "I wanna watch", "no I wanna watch", why don't I contact the manager of the Wimbledon Tennis and ask if there's any stands going spare since the tennis is now over? And you can all come with bags of Tina's shredded wheat biscuits and gawk away? No...
  196. happyhealthy

    Lucysmommys cc and exercise diary

    I'm like that too with alcohol. Of course I drink it, but it's not a treat or something 'nice' to me. it's not something I'd buy at the supermarket for a saturday night because it's not all that great to me. However in saying that, I do seem to drink it by the bucketload over the week on nights...
  197. happyhealthy

    The story of happyhealthy's expedition to maintain!

    Tonight I'm going into the City to a really really upmarket restaurant. I've looked at the menu and there's only 7 things on it! There's a scallops, rabbit, pigeon, lamb, lobster and fillet dish then the vegetarian option is some unpronounceable french dish. Argh! Considering I don't eat any of...
  198. happyhealthy

    The story of happyhealthy's expedition to maintain!

    You are very welcome babe. But I should be the one thanking you because people like yourself telling me how my story has inspired them is such a lovely thing to hear. I think I'm nobody partially special so it's like 'wow!" when people tell me I'm making just that smidgin of a difference on...
  199. happyhealthy

    Kirstys 1000-1200 Diary

    Sorry just read over what I wrote after what Lindsey said. I didn't mean that you were doing something wrong - but sometimes it might be something trivial like eating high salt items. Whoops sorry if it came across like I was saying you weren't trying hard enough! x
  200. happyhealthy

    Lindsey's I quit sugar diary

    They defo count! My mum's friend lost 6lb when she got a breast reduction and se still had lots of boobage left over so a stone seems perfectly plausible!
  201. happyhealthy

    Bumblebums Last Chance Saloon.....revisited!

    Woop woop! Do you find that you're starting to enjoy a bit of the ol' exercise? I used to hate the thought of exercise now I actually look forward to it. Not going to lie, a don't jump up and down with joy at the thought of the cross trainer but I do enjoy exercisy type leisure activities MUCH...
  202. happyhealthy

    Tina's diary of hopefull optimism!

    Ahaha! I love your shredded wheat buisbuit idea. Defo a girl after my own heart. :D I know what you mean about the low calorie soups. Sometimes they're just like flavoured water with a lonely bit of leek swimming about.
  203. happyhealthy

    Kirstys 1000-1200 Diary

    Kirsty, how long have you plateau for? You could naturally plateau for a few weeks, but if it's been longer it might be something else to do with the food you're eating. I'll be more than happy to give you some suggestions if it's been more than a couple of weeks :)
  204. happyhealthy

    time to get serious! done it before and *WILL* do it again!

    OOOO that's such a good idea! I know you will, but if you don't stick to plan and therefore don't get to buy anything on your list you might need to make friends with the nudist beach on your holiday :eek: Argghh!
  205. happyhealthy

    Lindsey's I quit sugar diary

    Results are in ladies! My hair (that's relatively thick and falls down to the small of my back) weighs 0.25lb. Woo! *updates current weight* hehe only kidding! But really a whole quarter of a pound! That's like a quarter pounder :o
  206. happyhealthy

    Lucysmommys cc and exercise diary

    Maybe it's just in store at the moment! I'll give it a check when I'm in morrisons this weekend. Enjoy pizza hut! xx
  207. happyhealthy

    Nearly at my goal - last push!

    ps. my friend and I phoned our (equally) drunk friend was was on holiday dominican republic after a few glasses of wine at the weekend, not realising in our wined state that free calls didn't reply to 1000's of miles away. Can't wait for the phone bill !
  208. happyhealthy

    Nearly at my goal - last push!

    You probably just need a little push back on the wagon again! You've been able to maintain for so long and now it's time to get back into the weight loss groove and you're body is saying 'me no likely!' but you know yourself you will get there. I hate it too when I go out for dinner/buffet and...
  209. happyhealthy

    Lucysmommys cc and exercise diary

    Woo! I love the morrisons cafe. Ok it's not the BEST food in the world but I used to love getting a little nibble before we did the food shop on a saturday afternoon. Do you have a link to the menu? The one I've found online doesn't have cals :( xx
  210. happyhealthy

    Viking Supergirl's Last Two Stone Diary! Edit: 7lb down!

    That's like me too! I can hit out with "Do you know what I fancy? A tin of tuna" -- ha! But cravings are supposed to tell us what nutrients out body is deprived of. For example, craving something spicy is usually a lack of zinc. It's the same for things like chocolate. Proper cravings for...
  211. happyhealthy

    Tina's diary of hopefull optimism!

    Birdseye potato waffles are 100 cals each. Or you could make your own with frylight and save even more cals!
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    Lindsey's I quit sugar diary

    I have think long hair down to the small of my back! It must weigh a ton! I might stand on the scales tomorrow while resting my hair on a shelf and see how much it weighs lo! I shall report back
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    The story of happyhealthy's expedition to maintain!

    Mmmm... does anyone else find that they appreciate food SO much more since they changed their lives around?I used to be the fussiest eater and now I'll try any combination of food. Breakfast: Porridge with crushed black pepper (98 cals): Lunch: Warm mixed bean tuna salad with broccoli...
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    Staying Shunk Shrimpy

    Hahah! I can totally relate! I lost just under 5 stone, and when I first started I too thought that at 8 stone I'd be Britian's answer to Angelina Jolie. Sadly, I'm there and I can look in the mirror, squint, move the lighting in all directions and I still don't look like her. Even this morning...
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    Emma's 100 days of weight loss...

    I'm delighted to hear it! :D I have every faith in you, I just want you to know that. I'm no expert, but I'm experienced so if you've got any questions just fire away! Your headache probably is sugar withdrawal. Don't worry it'll go away soon :) Rosemary C principes are so so good, so...
  216. happyhealthy

    Anyone Maintaining Who Wants Help And Mutual Support To Stay Put?

    You're the same height as me and I reset my goal to 8 stone. Those last few pounds make all the difference. I'm sure you look fab just now - but if it makes you feel better then go for it!
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    Anyone Maintaining Who Wants Help And Mutual Support To Stay Put?

    Shrimpy, I can totally understand why you're frustrated, but from an outsiders point of view, you have NOTHING to worry about. If you're sticking to plan, which you are from your diary, then the extra weight this week will defiantly be from your increased activity. I remember when I started...
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    Emma's 100 days of weight loss...

    I'm pretty sure I pulled those bullet points from a article on spark people - it just goes to show what wise words they are! How are you getting on today? That book does seem interesting. I might buy it myself!
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    Exercise

    I usually after adding in my sauce bulk it up with veg like mushrooms, sweetcorn or pea, or mix it into my bolognese. It appears like you've got a lot more that way!
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    Nearly at my goal - last push!

    Thanks for your reply. I just started eating quorn two days ago, so I've been a little naive to the ingredients. I, like you, am very conscious of what I put in my body (even make my own pasta) so I did look up the ingredients of quorn before I bought it. It said it was vegetable proteins and...
  221. happyhealthy

    Exercise

    You are definitely on the home straight lady!! I love love love pasta to. Like honestly if there was a pasta lovers convention I would be first in the doors. I have pasta almost every second day- sometimes more- at some point in my meal. I use 50g wholewheat (166 calories) and I honestly can't...
  222. happyhealthy

    The story of happyhealthy's expedition to maintain!

    Yes, I am indeed a Scot! Up here (especially in the country) you never hear of someone sweetening their porridge. It's always salt. Adding something sweet like sugar or fruit to the porridge up here would be as odd up here as someone adding Sugar to coat the sunday lunch down in England - it...
  223. happyhealthy

    TTfans diary and lessons learned

    Your guest would have drank their whole body weight in wine too so I don't think they'd even notice if you skited across the floor and out the door. It'll be a laugh!
  224. happyhealthy

    Nearly at my goal - last push!

    Oh and can I ask you a question? From reading your blog I've noticed that you don't like quorn. Why is this? I'm just starting to get into quorn and if there's a health reason behind it I'd like to know :)
  225. happyhealthy

    Nearly at my goal - last push!

    I'm loving your Mushroom omelette recipe on your blog. I'm going to make it tomorrow but my problem is that my omelete never flips right and I end up with scrambled omelette (or a mess on the floor to clean up)
  226. happyhealthy

    Fat and 50!! I think not..

    Woo! I live in a village too! The lady in the shop using to always have my newspaper, freshly made croissant and chicken sandwich with a packet of buttons waiting for me every morning. On a Saturday it was milk, eggs, rolls, sausages, homemade broccoli quiche and tablet. I had to break it to her...
  227. happyhealthy

    Fat and 50!! I think not..

    Maybe you should try not having any junk in the house and not bringing money with you to work to buy junk out of the cafe / vending machines? Bring your packed lunch instead? Out of sight, out of temptation!
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    The story of happyhealthy's expedition to maintain!

    I'm going to try and post up some body shots of my before/after weight loss once I get a proper 'after' shot. I'll need to get some poor soul to take a picture of me standing up against a wall or something, but until now I'll show you the only 'after' picture I've got on this computer. The...
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    The story of happyhealthy's expedition to maintain!

    The first time you make it with water it'll seem odd and taste horrible. To make it more palatable you could Add some low cal sweetener to it Add some grated apple and cinnamon like Shrimpy Add some honey You will get used to it. Promise. :p
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    The story of happyhealthy's expedition to maintain!

    HAWL YOU! I'm Scottish. We are the masters of the porridge!! I'll put bits of chicken in my porridge if it takes my fancy!!! :D :D
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    The story of happyhealthy's expedition to maintain!

    Squeezy and legomom - I can relate fully to what you're saying. When I was losing the beef I got a ton of people asking me "Oh how much weight have you lost" and I used to just say "Urm, well I didn't weigh myself before so I don't know" - which was a total lie as I used to stand on the scales...
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    Staying Shunk Shrimpy

    PigCity is right - using new muscle makes you retain water. Give it a few weeks and it'll settle down :)
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    The story of happyhealthy's expedition to maintain!

    Thank you! I know I probably seem very emotional, but I it's just random deep thoughts that is all :) Losing all this weight has changed my life. I've never, ever been slim, or even 'normal' - I've always been repressed by being overweight. And now that's all changed. And even though I'm so...
  234. happyhealthy

    The story of happyhealthy's expedition to maintain!

    Don't diss ma porriage Shrimpy!! :D I can assure you that it was the height of tastiness! Tomorrow I might even try a pinch of basil and pap some fromage frais in there too ;)
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    The story of happyhealthy's expedition to maintain!

    Sweet Martha! Dinner was so so filling. I really had no idea what to make myself when I opened the fridge. I knew we had vegetables that needed eating, so I started adding a little bit of carrot, then a few garden peas, then a few mushrooms, then a few tomatos, then a few bits of broccoli. I...
  236. happyhealthy

    Emma's 100 days of weight loss...

    The very fact that you're calling this a lifestyle means that you're right on the ball ;) I saw these bullet points on an article once and it's so so true. People who are interested in losing weight: 1. Stick with in until something better comes along 2. Take action only if they "feel like"...
  237. happyhealthy

    Tina's diary of hopefull optimism!

    you got under 180!!!!!! :grouphugg: HURRAHH! :D
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    Nearly at my goal - last push!

    If you go to the recipe section, there's some great ideas in there :) If you go to your profile, then 'statistics' then 'all threads started', you will see your old diary. Actually, I think this is it here! LOL http://www.minimins.com/calorie-counting/165078-danniis-vegetarian-cc-diary.html
  239. happyhealthy

    Samalama striving to get in the PINK!

    That sounds like a good idea! If it's any help, a generic average portion of chicken chow mein is about 765 calories according to one website. So just stick to what you planned to do for the rest of the day, enjoy your meal, and continue the next day as normal. :) xx
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    Nearly at my goal - last push!

    Hello! Welcome aboard! We're only a small group over here (sometimes it feels like we're a little corner) but in my opinion we're the best corner (shhh! don't tell those SW people though ) If you've got any questions just ask away - that's what we're here for! And don't worry about asking...
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    The story of happyhealthy's expedition to maintain!

    Well the I decided instead to put pepper in my porridge and went down well! Pepper is a superfood too and it was onmonmon tasty. So take that salt! This morning I was out running and during a break I got chatting to a fellow runner. The lady was just starting out and I during our conversation...
  242. happyhealthy

    Bumblebums Last Chance Saloon.....revisited!

    Let me assure you bumble, 'badminton' isn't a word i'd use to describe the series of events that took place. Jelly like creature falling over while trying (an failing) to hit a shuttlecock while opponent looks on helplessly is far more appropriate :D
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    Happyhealthy: Before, after pictures and thoughts as I approach goal :)

    Guys, I know I haven't been on much this week so I feel very rude by not replying. If anyone reads my diary or posts on other diaries then you'll see that I've had internet problems - so please don't think I'm a horrid person by not saying thank you sooner. I posted this on Emz's reply, but I...
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    Emma's 100 days of weight loss...

    -wipes tears- thank you for saying that Emz. I've undergone my own personal transformation - I've lost 67 lbs, going from a size 18 to a size 6/8. I missed most of my teens, hid from the camera, removed myself from physical activity, and slowly became a bigger, unhappier me. I changed all...
  245. happyhealthy

    Lucysmommys cc and exercise diary

    Hahah shut it you! :D You won't be saying that when you're so skinny you'll need to dodge the street drains in fear of falling down them :D
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    Kirstys 1000-1200 Diary

    I promise you if you stick with it you will get there. Your plan seems great too! Also if you're like me and can't hack the taste of plain water, buy some sparkling or generic litre bottles of flavored water. The bottles are cheap (like 70p for 3) and do help you drink more water as they've got...
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    Boredom is a killer..

    Whoops, I'm so sorry for suggesting chewing gum. It was really ignorant of me to come on here and suggest it without finding out first Good luck on your weight loss :)
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    Emma's 100 days of weight loss...

    Hey! Welcome to CC'ing! I've seen you post in some diaries so you've probably read some of my thoughts on the whole 'what's good for you' polava. Rosemary Conley has some great principles that I live by: like most foods you buy should be 5% fat or less. Best of luck, ask away if you've got any...
  249. happyhealthy

    Boredom is a killer..

    I've found the best thing is REACH FOR THE CHEWING GUM! Better than chocolate ;)
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    Nurseberyl's Diary

    I've just looked up the places around my uni :eek: I go to some of the 'improvement needed' cafes!
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