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  1. pandora

    Blergh! - FatFairNForty(ish) - my diary

    Can't think of a better way to de stress , relax & recharge your batteries Hope you enjoy every minute & it does you the world of good xxxx
  2. pandora

    Blergh! - FatFairNForty(ish) - my diary

    Ditto to all the above . It's been quite obvious over the past few weeks that you both deal with things differently , with you being the more emotional & hare the more insular one . Now she knows home truths , get what you need to do done & then take time out from each other . Only time will...
  3. pandora

    Blergh! - FatFairNForty(ish) - my diary

    RIP Jen's mum , may you be at peace & reunited with your darling Edward xxxx Sending much love to you too Jennie , such a lovely caring women any mum would be proud to have as a daughter . Xxxxxxxx
  4. pandora

    Blergh! - FatFairNForty(ish) - my diary

    There are no words , just love Xxxxx
  5. pandora

    Blergh! - FatFairNForty(ish) - my diary

    I'm not religious , but I do believe something watches over us , so I shall ask they they allow your mum peace & serenity . Bear in mind that as the time gets close your mum may need permission from you & sis to pass on . Love as always xxxx
  6. pandora

    Blergh! - FatFairNForty(ish) - my diary

    I have no words , just wish I could give a great hug & make it all better but obviously I can't . Love to you both xxxxx
  7. pandora

    Blergh! - FatFairNForty(ish) - my diary

    As always you are both in my thoughts xx
  8. pandora

    Blergh! - FatFairNForty(ish) - my diary

    Words fail me ! Does she have mo empathy ?? On brighter mote , nice to see something positive happening , even if currently platonic , tho I agree you need no extra on your plate its nice to gain another supportive friend , can never have too many of them xxxxx
  9. pandora

    Blergh! - FatFairNForty(ish) - my diary

    I can completely understand how you feel & you have every right to do so . When the estate is divided that should come out of your sis half . Sorry to say it Jen but mercenary is the word that comes to mind , esp when treating your own mum like it . Stay strong hunni , your time will come Xxxxx
  10. pandora

    Blergh! - FatFairNForty(ish) - my diary

    I'm sure your mum appreciates everything being done for her by you , your dedication is above & beyond what a lot of people would do , although I know to you its second nature to just do it because you love your mum so much . Take care of yourself , much love xxx
  11. pandora

    Blergh! - FatFairNForty(ish) - my diary

    Oh sweetheart , how awful for you both , I can't begin to imagine how you feel . Sending massive hugs & love to you both Xxxxx
  12. pandora

    Blergh! - FatFairNForty(ish) - my diary

    i'm afraid she will have good days & bad days hunni & unfortunately as time goes by the bad days will outweigh the good ones . try to pace what you do with her , as if you do too much on a good day , then she is likely to suffer for it the next day . take care sweetheart xxxxxxxx
  13. pandora

    Blergh! - FatFairNForty(ish) - my diary

    Glad to hear mum is perkier today , may it continue xx
  14. pandora

    Blergh! - FatFairNForty(ish) - my diary

    sweetheart , you don't give yourself credit, you are dealing with so much at the moment , your mum , tiredness, TOTM & flu jab symptoms , all of which singularly would have anyone feeling rotten , but all four together its no wonder you feel as you do . the TOTM & jab symptoms will pass &...
  15. pandora

    Blergh! - FatFairNForty(ish) - my diary

    Feel the warmth from the love sent to you from me & your many friends on here . Wishing you a peaceful night xxxxx
  16. pandora

    Blergh! - FatFairNForty(ish) - my diary

    I often look at my two & wonder how 2 so totally different people can come from the same gene pool , amazing isn't it ? If your sister is bad mouthing you to your mum I think its very bad etiquette but as you say , she'll not change so I fear its bite your tongue while you have to & when the...
  17. pandora

    Blergh! - FatFairNForty(ish) - my diary

    Mmmm that's sounds like a guilty reaction if you ask me , if she had nothing to hide she would have no issues . I can see there may be times when it would be more convenient to single sign but a bit of planning could overcome most times . Enjoy your weekend together ... I can just imagine you...
  18. pandora

    Blergh! - FatFairNForty(ish) - my diary

    hugs darling , hope the day goes fast for you & the injection works for mum , take care xxxxxxx
  19. pandora

    Blergh! - FatFairNForty(ish) - my diary

    I think that goes for a lot of us Gen , hugs hun xx
  20. pandora

    Blergh! - FatFairNForty(ish) - my diary

    Amazing what a bit of negative public awareness can do eh ! xx
  21. pandora

    Blergh! - FatFairNForty(ish) - my diary

    Can anyone take over bike club stuff for a while , just do it takes pressure off you for a bit ? You have so much on your plate if a little slack can be cut it might help a little xx
  22. pandora

    Blergh! - FatFairNForty(ish) - my diary

    You have no need to apologise my friend , sound off as & when & how you want xx
  23. pandora

    Blergh! - FatFairNForty(ish) - my diary

    Sounds like a pleasant day was had despite the nature of it . Your mum obviously enjoys the quality time you have together & that is the key word , quality . Hope you have another quality day tomorrow , love to you both xx
  24. pandora

    Blergh! - FatFairNForty(ish) - my diary

    Can you get power of attorney before this gets out of hand ? xx
  25. pandora

    Blergh! - FatFairNForty(ish) - my diary

    at least you have the facts now , its easy to only hear certain things then relay it in your own words by which time its not what was said in the first place , esp when stressed , we see it all the time . with your job you are used to relaying information & recognise the importance of it being...
  26. pandora

    Blergh! - FatFairNForty(ish) - my diary

    as far as HWSNBK is concerned , i think Mrs Selfish is how you need to be , he's had enough hints & full on explanations as to how it is , you need to be able to concentrate on the important things in your life right now , not his neediness ! as for your sister , i don't know the solution ...
  27. pandora

    Blergh! - FatFairNForty(ish) - my diary

    I know its not in your nature , as it is not mine , but I'd be inclined to not keep your sister updated when its your turn to stay with mum , see how she likes it . Carry on tempting mum with little snacks as you have been , maybe she's not eating cos your sis doesn't entice her & just takes no...
  28. pandora

    Blergh! - FatFairNForty(ish) - my diary

    I really don't know what to say , more than I did earlier. Your sister is obviously upset & stressed , but I really don't understand what she is trying to achieve , discord is the last thing your poor mum needs . Stay strong & stick with what you believe is the right way to handle things , much...
  29. pandora

    Blergh! - FatFairNForty(ish) - my diary

    Under the amount of stress you are under , you'd be a saint to stay 100% . That said , new day , put the past behind you & get back to where you want to be Hugs xx
  30. pandora

    Blergh! - FatFairNForty(ish) - my diary

    I can't even begin to imagine how heartbreaking it must be to have that conversation with your beloved mum , my heart aches for you sweetie . The best you can do is support your mum & be there to hug , cry & laugh with her Much love & hugs to you both xx
  31. pandora

    Blergh! - FatFairNForty(ish) - my diary

    Well done ! See when your body craved sustinance to keep going you , all be it reluctantly , gave in & now it has rewarded you ... such strange things our bodies lol xx
  32. pandora

    Blergh! - FatFairNForty(ish) - my diary

    Glad you & sis have managed to agree on s callender of care , you all know where you are then . As for mums no 2 probs , have they given her a regular prescription to help ? Morphine & morphine based stuff is notorious in bunging you up & we always give patients something to keep them regular ...
  33. pandora

    Blergh! - FatFairNForty(ish) - my diary

    Just sending loads of hugs & love xx
  34. pandora

    Blergh! - FatFairNForty(ish) - my diary

    Hugs from me too , I know our support keeps you going , along with other things , just wish there was more we could do Love xx
  35. pandora

    Blergh! - FatFairNForty(ish) - my diary

    Really glad you are spending time with a friend you can laugh & cry with & who knows what you are going through too . Let me know which day you are planning to come back & I won't plan anything for that day . Let the sea air invigorate you Xxxx
  36. pandora

    Blergh! - FatFairNForty(ish) - my diary

    Oh my lovie , like the others have said expected news still hurts like slap in the face when delivered by experts . I can undestand your anger & despair , having a good screaming session will help , do wherever helps because you will need your strength . As for eating , Jen , sod it , you...
  37. pandora

    Blergh! - FatFairNForty(ish) - my diary

    Thinking of you today Jen & if you do need to do the journey in two then there is a bed here for you xx
  38. pandora

    Blergh! - FatFairNForty(ish) - my diary

    Right st this time you need the strength to look after your mum , if that means a few nibbled of food & a slower weightloss journey then so be it . Your mum needs you , not a weak half you .....look after you to be able to look after her & by the sounds of it it is quality food not rubbish xxx
  39. pandora

    Blergh! - FatFairNForty(ish) - my diary

    * a nourished body heals
  40. pandora

    Blergh! - FatFairNForty(ish) - my diary

    Hope today goes well for both of you . Bear in mind its not just pain that slows mum down but all the other elements around the tumor will be weakened subsequently making the act of mobility difficult , see how things go on Monday but it may be worth thinking about either bringing her bed...
  41. pandora

    Blergh! - FatFairNForty(ish) - my diary

    * can start
  42. pandora

    Blergh! - FatFairNForty(ish) - my diary

    Gosh you did get a quick appointment ! I'm glad though because now you can go to the appointment & hear for yourself the answers without having to wait & rely on your sis . Then you Feb start your journey fully empowered with the facts . Sounds like the " treat mum as mum & not a patient"...
  43. pandora

    Blergh! - FatFairNForty(ish) - my diary

    Oh sweetheart , however expected the news still hits hard doesn't it , sending love & hugs to you all xx
  44. pandora

    Blergh! - FatFairNForty(ish) - my diary

    Enjoy a good blow through the wind on hattie , I think she's your saving grace , your hold on sanity at the moment . You need some time just to you where you can do & think all you need without interuption . Tbh I think your mum will be better off with you there than your sis this week . Your no...
  45. pandora

    Blergh! - FatFairNForty(ish) - my diary

    Hugs from me too , in my thoughts xx
  46. pandora

    Blergh! - FatFairNForty(ish) - my diary

    Oh sweetheart , I am so sorry to hear this , but as you say now you have the facts you can face them & deal with them . As for the MRSA thing , there are hundreds on hundreds of people on the community with it , many unaware , it only really becomes a problem when it gets in a wound or blood ...
  47. pandora

    Blergh! - FatFairNForty(ish) - my diary

    Have been reading to see how things are hunni , just a few things to say 1 well done on the weight loss , you rock 2 at our hospital we allow relatives who live a distance away to have a pass code so they can be told what's going on , see if they can do this for you 3 if the scan can't be...
  48. pandora

    my xenical journey , 4 weeks in

    sorry i am not about much . we are computer less in our house at the mo , so its as n when i am affraid . still doing well , have hit the 1 stone mark now , so am pleased with that :)
  49. pandora

    Newbie here

    hey Nikki , great to see you here hunni :) knowing your motivation i am sure you will do really well . i too love crumpets , but have been enjoying them with a bit of jam or lemon curd or honey , yummy without spread . whe i have a sarnie i use helmann's lighter than light mayo instead of spread...
  50. pandora

    Madchef's Diary

    its great when you can have a wardrobe revamp isn't it , i am looking forward to when i can do that too , i have differing sizes to choose from lol you are doing great , keep at it , the plateau will move
  51. pandora

    my xenical journey , 4 weeks in

    aw, fanks hunni :D
  52. pandora

    my xenical journey , 4 weeks in

    i have been posting on my main diary & forgot this one :o anyway , 4 weeks in & i am 11lbs down , very pleased with that still don't feel as ifi am dieting though , am certainly less hungry & enjoying what i eat , i am not feeling deprived at all :)
  53. pandora

    august goal??

    Cddietgal - 14lbs - 4 so far Cheryl - 7lbs - 11 lbs lost, 4lbs over :D clairem87 - 10lbs - 8 lb so far 2 to go! Elliebird - 14lbs -2lb so far KittyBling - 7lbs - 3 so far Krystle- 1 inch off bum and 0.5 off waist and boobs! Lisa 32 - Just do my best and keep going when times get hard madchef - 2...
  54. pandora

    [[::Kiiras Now-2011 Challenge::]]With lots of Motivation,Spirit,Dedication <3

    good luck with the new challange , you have already shown you have the determination , so i'm sure you will do just fine
  55. pandora

    Kelly's Weight Loss Voyage

    hey hunni , you went for damage limitation , the turkey bacon sarnie was much better than giving in to the urge for a big mac , & it prob wouldn't have been just 1lb you put on then , remember , you have a life to live along the journey , its not a race hugs
  56. pandora

    august goal??

    Cddietgal - 14lbs - 4 so far Cheryl - 7lbs - 8.2 lbs lost, 1.2lbs over :D clairem87 - 10lbs - 8 lb so far 2 to go! Elliebird - 14lbs -2lb so far KittyBling - 7lbs - 3 so far Krystle- 1 inch off bum and 0.5 off waist and boobs! Lisa 32 - Just do my best and keep going when times get hard madchef...
  57. pandora

    Kelly's Weight Loss Voyage

    sounds like its all going well for you Kelly , hope it continues :)
  58. pandora

    Madchef's Diary

    hey thats fantastic Joany , great motivator . i didn't measure myself at the start , maybe i should .......
  59. pandora

    Kelly's Weight Loss Voyage

    glad things have started moving again & its great to hear you sounding more possitive & up beat . our bodies are strange things but we just have to let them do what they do
  60. pandora

    my xenical journey , 4 weeks in

    so , i am now 2 weeks into tis new life & pleased to say i have lost another 2.5lbs this week , so thats 6.5 over 2 weeks , i am really pleased with that , plus i feel slimmer & better too
  61. pandora

    august goal??

    2.5 lbs for me this week :D clairem87 - 10lbs - 5 lb so far Elliebird - 14lbs -0lb so far madchef - 1 inch from waist - 0 inches so far pink_kelly - 14lb - 8lb lost so far - I go on holiday on the 30th August minx - 7lb - 2lb gone, 5lb to go Krystle- 1inch off bum and 0.5 off waist and...
  62. pandora

    my xenical journey , 4 weeks in

    thats a good attitude to take Joany , one i shall try to adopt too i was happy with the amount i had , so i didn't NEED to have more , its all alearning curve isn't it :)
  63. pandora

    my xenical journey , 4 weeks in

    obviously not , i had had very little fat during the day . i could have eaten more scones & cream , but i restrained myself , maybe it is possible to just have a little & not gorge ....though tbh i really think the only reason i didn't was the risk :o
  64. pandora

    my xenical journey , 4 weeks in

    nope , no news at all , hmmmm !
  65. pandora

    Sooo frustrated!

    are you due on at all ? it could be fluid retention
  66. pandora

    has anyone found......

    if you are eating no junk , then there will be less junk in your gut to get rid of , goes without saying . your body will adjust though
  67. pandora

    my xenical journey , 4 weeks in

    i have discyssed all sorts since i have been on this forum & being a nurse i don't embarass easy either lol
  68. pandora

    my xenical journey , 4 weeks in

    i'll keep you posted !
  69. pandora

    my xenical journey , 4 weeks in

    i had about a tablespoon of clotted cream , there was no nutritional info on the pot , so i don't know the fat content but it will be high !
  70. pandora

    my xenical journey , 4 weeks in

    well no response from the cream , so i am seriously questioning whether these tabs are working for me :(
  71. pandora

    my xenical journey , 4 weeks in

    well we went to mum's & she had baked scones herself , they were yummy. i has 2 small scones with about a desertspoon worth of cream between them . i allmost want to have a side effect so i know the tabs are working for me , if that makes sence
  72. pandora

    my xenical journey , 4 weeks in

    lol Cheryl , no , no naughty bottoms overnight , or this am , am hoping this keeps me safe , but there has been a fair amount of gripping going on :o am off shortly for DD1's eye test , after which we are going to my mums for cream teas , as DD1 bought clotted cream back from Cornwall with her ...
  73. pandora

    Alex's Diary - No big goals, just taking one day at a time!

    well done Alex , thats a fantastic achievement , its all down hill now ( in the right way lol )
  74. pandora

    my xenical journey , 4 weeks in

    well i have taken a bit of a risk tonight DD1 is back from her hols & yest eve she txt me & asked if we could have her favourite dinner & could the family she had gone away with have dinner with us . of course i said yes , the thing is her favourite dinner is something called Balsamic glazed...
  75. pandora

    my xenical journey , 4 weeks in

    hi i was fine with it , which is a relief . i have to say i have toyed with the idea of testing the tabs , check they really work for me , not had the courage to do so yet though lol
  76. pandora

    I have been on Xenical 2 weeks today !! Not happy..

    click on someones & it should take you to a tracker site , make your own then post it to your signature :)
  77. pandora

    Kelly's Weight Loss Voyage

    well done , thats great going :D
  78. pandora

    my xenical journey , 4 weeks in

    morning peeps :D am really pleased to say i have lost 4lbs this week , some of that is obviously from starting the bp meds & peeing for england lol , but evenso i am chuffed
  79. pandora

    august goal??

    4lbs for me this week :D clairem87 - 10lbs - 4 lb so far :D Elliebird - 14lbs -0lb so far madchef - 1 inch from waist - 0 inches so far pink_kelly - 14lb - 5lb lost so far - I go on holiday on the 30th August minx - 7lb - 2lb gone, 5lb to go Krystle- 1inch off bum and 0.5 off waist and boobs...
  80. pandora

    OH NO help I have had a blip!!!

    hunni , i ate a bag of jelly babies earlier in the week , no effect at all , you'll be fine :)
  81. pandora

    Kelly's Weight Loss Voyage

    i find that sennakot are useless for me , so on the occasion i need i use bisacodyl , you can buy it over the counter or at supermarkets . how lovely that your family are supporting you & you were stil able to join in with their meal , thought goes along way doesn't it ?
  82. pandora

    my xenical journey , 4 weeks in

    well tommorow is my 1st weigh in day , & given the way i have been running to the loo since starting my BP meds ( thats wee's btw) i am hoping for a good result . food wise i am doing ok & enjoying most of what i am having like all things it takes time & planning to get right , but as i have...
  83. pandora

    my xenical journey , 4 weeks in

    i shall have to try that then Kelly . isn't it great we do our own food critiques on here for each other
  84. pandora

    I have been on Xenical 2 weeks today !! Not happy..

    you sound just like me Joany , except i don't idulge in the tipple . i am hoping that by loosing some weight i can reverse the giving up men bit ;)
  85. pandora

    my xenical journey , 4 weeks in

    i have had a bit of a hermit day today ... my cousin & i are joining a local book club tommorrow evening so i have been busy reading , i only recieved the book about 8pm last night , but i have finnished it , phew ! todays diet has been B'fast ,bagel with mashed banana on Lunch , chicken...
  86. pandora

    Newbie from Norfolk :)

    hello Lauren , welcome to the Xenical section & good luck
  87. pandora

    how soon ?

    well its now 72 hrs since i had the salmon & so far no sign of "Tango" effect , thankfully :D
  88. pandora

    august goal??

    i'm from Bournemouth lovely scenery you have Joany
  89. pandora

    how soon ?

    god that makes us sound sad :giggle:
  90. pandora

    any ideas for low fat snacks ?

    green & blacks ? :drool: i shall have to check that out
  91. pandora

    my xenical journey , 4 weeks in

    thanks Alex , i have put this pic here as a constant reminder of where i am aiming
  92. pandora

    any ideas for low fat snacks ?

    yes Joany i have both near me , i shall go investgate , thanks :)
  93. pandora

    any ideas for low fat snacks ?

    i have the caramel ones , they are ok & i just found that pretzels are ok too apparently the weight watchers ones are ok, but i havn't looked at them myself , my mum seemed to think my sister used to have tesco low fat crisps , but that was doing rosmary conley , which it less than 3 % sat fat...
  94. pandora

    my xenical journey , 4 weeks in

    now i know i love you Cheryl , but my current state is a long way from lovely bless you
  95. pandora

    my xenical journey , 4 weeks in

    grrrr i can see 2 different this time , wish it would stop messing about
  96. pandora

    my xenical journey , 4 weeks in

    aw Joany , what a lovely thing to say , thank you :o
  97. pandora

    how soon ?

    you obviously havn't been on the CD forum then , its a popular topic there too lol
  98. pandora

    august goal??

    thanks , i have seen her about , i thought it was only CD you could lose that much a month on , well done you , although men do always lose quicker than women
  99. pandora

    my xenical journey , 4 weeks in

    it should be 2 different pics , i have redone it , hope it stays that way !!
  100. pandora

    my xenical journey , 4 weeks in

    i have just noticed that my pics have been messed about , there were 2 , now only 1 :(
  101. pandora

    my xenical journey , 4 weeks in

    thanks mad chef ( do you have a name ?? lol ) i am so far down it can only go up from here & this is where it starts . as you can see from the pics in my signature , i know where i want to be , the thing is i didn't appreciate it when i was there last time . but because i have been there i do...
  102. pandora

    I have been on Xenical 2 weeks today !! Not happy..

    good luck & stay possitive , 12 weeks @ 1.5 lbs = 18lbs & i'm sure you could achieve more than that go girl ..............
  103. pandora

    how soon ?

    lol, i have been on the forum for well over 3 yrs , i know what goes on , plus as a nurse , you can't shock me :rolleyes:
  104. pandora

    how soon ?

    ok , now i'm worried :8855:
  105. pandora

    how soon ?

    thanks Alex , no sign as of yet , maybe too early . if anything slightly harder than normal this am ( sorry if tmi )
  106. pandora

    my xenical journey , 4 weeks in

    here i am , day 4 & a whole 1/2 a lb down , wow ! i know it takes a while to get into your system & i need to be patient . i have been to the doctors this am about my BP & as he was running late i saw a new GP & she was really lovely , we ended uo talking about me in general & i have come away...
  107. pandora

    my xenical journey , 4 weeks in

    thanks Kelly , catch up soon sleep well
  108. pandora

    my xenical journey , 4 weeks in

    well as my BP is around 195/ 135 , i don't think its about whether i want to be on them as much as need to be on them . as a 43 yr old single mum , no input from dad i owe it to the girls to not have a stroke or such at this age really
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    my xenical journey , 4 weeks in

    i was on meds , then lost just short of 6 st & my BP became normal again , so was taken off them , but that 6st ( & a bit more ) has landed back on my hips & ass lol & concequently (sp) its back up again :o i kinda suspected it was ( short of breath , swollen ankles) & the nurse confirmed on...
  110. pandora

    A Virtual Meeting To Toast Sarah (Westigirl) On Her Birthday 17th August

    i'm really impressed with the number of people who have joined out FB group Carol , all from a dream , which is actually quite bizare concidering we have not met lol
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    my xenical journey , 4 weeks in

    yes it was yummy & at the mo tesco have 2 x 6 packs of muller @£5 i thought i'd answer the running up the stairs thing here rather than hijack the august goal thread lol i have a bad knee so walking up stairs is hard enough & i have to say i am a complete exersize a phobe , even walking to the...
  112. pandora

    banned food alphabet

    zabaglione
  113. pandora

    august goal??

    hey don't be silly , i feel a bit slimmer or is that silly ??
  114. pandora

    my xenical journey , 4 weeks in

    all sounds gd hunni ,i have had bowl cereal ( asda vesion of special k) chicken salad sarnie (on white , i ran out of wholemeal) a pack of tesco version of crispy slices a muller strawberry cheesecake yog salmon baked in sweet chilli sauce & coucous 4 mini packs of haribo goldbears ( freebies...
  115. pandora

    august goal??

    i was on the scales this am & ok its only day 3 , but not even a 1lb yet :(
  116. pandora

    my xenical journey , 4 weeks in

    hey Kelly , not too bad , though i forgot to take a tab with brekkie , doh , so as i had salmon for dinner ( still awaiting to see if that was a mistake :eek:) i took 2 with that , otherwise have stuck to the 5g rule . how are you finding it ?
  117. pandora

    any ideas for low fat snacks ?

    great , some fantastic ideas ,but as yummy as some of them sound , i don't like cheese , so i'll pass on trying them lol
  118. pandora

    august goal??

    is it really possible to lose a stone in a month ???? :eek:
  119. pandora

    how soon ?

    cheers Claire , well only time will tell then
  120. pandora

    august goal??

    as its only my 1st week on Xenical i have no idea how the losses will be so i'm going to err on the side of caution & say 7lbs clairem87 - 10lbs - 0 lb so far Elliebird - 14lbs -0lb so far madchef - 1 inch from waist - 0 inches so far pink_kelly - 14lb - 5lb lost so far - I go on holiday...
  121. pandora

    how soon ?

    thanks Sandy , i'll keep my fingers x'd then
  122. pandora

    how soon ?

    how soon would you expect to see side effects if you ate something too fatty ? i ask because i used a rosemary conley recipie for salmon , then realised salmon is too high fat , but its ok on her plan cos they count saturated fats not overall fat xx
  123. pandora

    xenical friendly recipes

    yes it looks a very useful site ,i too have popped it in my favourites & i have found on there , that i shall have tonight ... salmon baked with sweet chilli sauce , am having roasted veg flavoured coucous with it mmmmm xx
  124. pandora

    any ideas for low fat snacks ?

    thanks girls , i got some muller yogurts ( bit tastier than the asda own i had ) some ambrosia rice pots , snack a jacks & tescos healthy living version of crispy slices - funny how they are ok but the mc vities ones arn't . i love cous cous , am having that for dinner tonight . keep the ideas...
  125. pandora

    any ideas for low fat snacks ?

    oh yes , nice idea .....off to tescos in a short while :D
  126. pandora

    xenical friendly recipes

    here we are , i can post links Recipes | Rosemary Conley TV
  127. pandora

    xenical friendly recipes

    great idea :D last night i had chicken curry (per person ) 100g chicken small tin chopped tomato garlic ( to your taste) 1 tablespoon garam masala 1 tsp curry powder sultanas (you could add onions , i just didn't have any ) cook the chicken , add tomatoes & spices , simmer for about 15...
  128. pandora

    any ideas for low fat snacks ?

    hey girls has anyone any good ideas for low fat snacks , bar fruit / yogurts ? i need things for when i get a bit peckish , cos last night i got to the too hungry stage & ate 4 slices of toast & honey , i know its low fat , but the cals are no good eh ? xx
  129. pandora

    Support Needed

    Hi Kelly i started 2 days ago , but i notice you & i r exactly the same weight , although you are a few inches taller than me . it will be interesting to see how our weight goes as we have the same to loose . good luck hunni , i'm here alot for support & hope you'll be there for me too xx
  130. pandora

    I have been on Xenical 2 weeks today !! Not happy..

    i only started on xenical yesterday , so i'm not talking out of experience , but my nurse told me that it takes a week to week & a half for it to get in your system & not to expect much of a loss on the 1st week . stick with it hunni , hopefully you will see the benifits next week xx
  131. pandora

    Madchef's Diary

    oh thats good news , bet you are chuffed to bits . i can appreciate that being home bound will be frustrating , but let it not undo all the hard work you have already done . lets hope priority is very soon xx
  132. pandora

    my xenical journey , 4 weeks in

    hi Cheryl , in fact it should be relatively simple , you can have anything under 5g fat per 100g & no more than 15g fat per meal . i think its going to be a case of label reading , but i had DD2 with me shopping yesterday , who was getting bored , so i need to shop alone & with time on my hands...
  133. pandora

    my xenical journey , 4 weeks in

    so much for following the tesco low fat plan !!!! it started well , for brekkie i had 2 slices of banana cinamon toast (yum) & a low fat youghurt . lunch was supposed to be a chicken salad sarnie , we packed up to go to the beach , i made a salad sarnie & was supposed to buy some chicken on the...
  134. pandora

    my xenical journey , 4 weeks in

    well i have only taken 2 so early days yet lol , been to the beach all day , so no chance to snack , just eat what i had taken , but have to say i am hungry & ready for dinner now ! xx
  135. pandora

    my xenical journey , 4 weeks in

    hi Kitty thanks for the welcome the nurse has advised me to do a low fat diet in conjunction with the xenical & as i have still got some outstanding subscription to tesco diets , i have used that to plan some low fat meals , although their idea of low fat is not as low as needed , so i have...
  136. pandora

    Madchef's Diary

    hello & thank you for popping onto my diary to welcome me . i am having a little look about the xenical diaries & found yours & i shall pop in regularly to see how you are getting on xx
  137. pandora

    my xenical journey , 4 weeks in

    thanks for the welcome Mad Chef :D i too lost nr 6 st previously ( on CD) but put it back on & am now in a vicious circle of low self esteem not helped by weight , but with my mood being so low i also have no enthusiasm to do anyhting about it , so i am hoping for a good start to kick start the...
  138. pandora

    my xenical journey , 4 weeks in

    hi there , i am not new to the forum , far from it , but i am new to xenical . i have just had it prescribed & will be starting tommorrow , so any support will be very greatfully recieved & i hope i will be able to support others too . i also have a diary in the members only section . nice to...
  139. pandora

    Sarah (westiegirl)

    i can only agree with what Mich has said , all things concidered , a beautiful day , colourful , dignified , a celebration of the life of a special friend xx
  140. pandora

    Blergh! - FatFairNForty(ish) - my diary

    glad to hear there are some smiles coming through , Sarah would still want us to enjoy life hunni . I imagine a blast out on the bike would lift the spirits some :) xx
  141. pandora

    Blergh! - FatFairNForty(ish) - my diary

    the numbness is starting to wear off , anger is coming through now :mad: :mad: Life really is so unfair , why the good have to be taken too young as beyond my comprehension , there seems to be no logic to it at all . The only possitive i can see in any of this, is that it was quick & relatively...
  142. pandora

    Blergh! - FatFairNForty(ish) - my diary

    i think thats a lovely idea , as music was such a big part of Sarah's life , a fitting tribute that you can listen to as & when you want to remember , a laugh , a tear , a memory xx
  143. pandora

    Sarah (westiegirl)

    So very very hard xx
  144. pandora

    Sarah (westiegirl)

    & knowing Sarah , thats how she would want us to be xx
  145. pandora

    Sarah (westiegirl)

    thanks Sandy , i guessed you would be the one to be told xx
  146. pandora

    Sarah (westiegirl)

    if anyone hears any details about the funeral , please can they pm me details so i can be there ? thanks xx
  147. pandora

    Blergh! - FatFairNForty(ish) - my diary

    its just too awful , but we must thank Minimins for us being a strong network , that through here we can all support each other through something which just should not have happened . beautiful & so apt words in the card Jen hugs & love ( remember our weekends together , the three of us & smile...
  148. pandora

    Sarah (westiegirl)

    i think thats a lovely idea , maybe one of the moderators could do it , as they would have access to be able to print it off xx
  149. pandora

    Sarah (westiegirl)

    Gen , i too was phoned at work with the news , but i didn't take the call , in some way i am glad i didn't because i wouldn't have survived my shift , i have been in floods eversince i got the tragic message . i met Sarah on a few occasions & always she lit the place , on of those girls you wish...
  150. pandora

    Sarah (westiegirl)

    i have had the same thoughts too xx
  151. pandora

    Sarah (westiegirl)

    so devestated at this news , my lovely kind thoughtful friend , life is just so unjust & cruel . sleep in peace , dance with the angels love you allways xx
  152. pandora

    Team 3 Team Loser - "Winning by Losing" - New start for 2011!

    Blackwidow - 2 - (10lbs, 3.5lbs lost / 280mins exercise, 0mins done) melvina Twiggy 2 (6lbs, 1lb lost/280mins, 0mins done) Bear 1982 (7lbs, 0lbs lost/ 280mins exercise, 45mins done!) beccabottle 2 - (7lbs, 2.5bs lost/ 280mins exercise 20 mins done) Clareyh - 2 (10lbs, 0.5lbs lost / 420 mins...
  153. pandora

    Team 3 Team Loser - "Winning by Losing" - New start for 2011!

    hey girls , a bit late in joining in , but if i'm still welcome , here i am . as you have introduced yourselves , a little about me I'm Cheryl , single mum of 2 girls , 14 & 11, i work part time as a nurse , i'm 42. a couple of years back i lost just short of 6 st on cambridge , sadly i...
  154. pandora

    TEAMS - How to Join (please read LAST post)

    Blackwidow AishasTummyMummy melvina elegantropiste sarah1984 Gemma1986 Old before I die RecoveringChocoholic Crazybecky Bazzmajor kdma Weston LLVirgin jennalou0802 Oneday at a time Smirky Pandora ( not starting till weds tho , if thats ok )
  155. pandora

    Birmingham Meet April 24th & 25th

    1974rach Cah-Ching :queen: Cat/kitteh: Jury's Inn Debbiemac :D Jurys Inn (with Mary Poppins) Emmie86 Fiona78 Flirty and KP Francesmag Frijj & Mr Frijj (to be confirmed - but a definite maybe!) Gen (a very possible maybe :D) Happe (Jurys Inn Fri & Sat) Helen (HelenG - so NOT original) Hope...
  156. pandora

    Birmingham Meet April 24th & 25th

    aw thanx babe, very appreciated xx
  157. pandora

    Birmingham Meet April 24th & 25th

    i'm affraid with impending court costs its looking less & less likely that i will be able to afford to come :cry: xx
  158. pandora

    Birmingham Meet April 24th & 25th

    :8855: :8855: :8855:
  159. pandora

    Birmingham Meet April 24th & 25th

    sorry you lot, am gonna duck out of this one, much as it pains me :( :cry: you only need read my diary to know life is not good at the mo & i don't foresee it getting better any time soon xx
  160. pandora

    Blergh! - FatFairNForty(ish) - my diary

    happy birthday hun, enjoy the curry xx
  161. pandora

    Birmingham Meet April 24th & 25th

    gonna room up with Sarah, who is booking tom ye ha !
  162. pandora

    Birmingham Meet April 24th & 25th

    if i can only do one meet a year, it HAS to be the Brum one !!! xx
  163. pandora

    Birmingham Meet April 24th & 25th

    aw bless him, if he can cope with us lot , well he can cope with most things !!!! xx
  164. pandora

    Birmingham Meet April 24th & 25th

    April 24/25: flirty and KP Cheryl (Pandora)
  165. pandora

    Birmingham Meet April 24th & 25th

    sounds gd to me , i suspect i may need something to cheer me up by then ! xx
  166. pandora

    Birmingham Meet April 24th & 25th

    what is the general concensus on Bev's poll ??? xx
  167. pandora

    Birmingham Meet April 24th & 25th

    lol, Sarah, thats wot i meant !!! xx
  168. pandora

    Birmingham Meet April 24th & 25th

    that being the case, i'd say the latter weekend then, a gd wind down after they go back !!! xx
  169. pandora

    Birmingham Meet April 24th & 25th

    Traditional, almost i would say !!!!! xx
  170. pandora

    Birmingham Meet April 24th & 25th

    have just said on the poll thresd that April or later would be good for me (selfish reasons ) but don't let me influence the decission xx
  171. pandora

    Birmingham meet month selector ....

    for very selfish reasons, i would rather April or later ( reason given if u wanna pm me ) but don't let this influence any decisions xx
  172. pandora

    Birmingham Meet April 24th & 25th

    ok, am getting a complex here, each date mentioned is MY weekend to have kids lol !!! xx
  173. pandora

    Birmingham Meet April 24th & 25th

    as much as i love the brum one, again, too soon after xmas for me i think, esp as its just me now . xxx
  174. pandora

    Bournemouth meet - 24th/25th October - with guaranteed sun!!! and Sandy Balls :-)

    lol, misserable bunch us when the pics come out eh ??? xx
  175. pandora

    Bournemouth meet - 24th/25th October - with guaranteed sun!!! and Sandy Balls :-)

    thanx for that pic Bev, deff incentive to get back on track AFTER i have had a walnut whip or 3 this weekend ;) xx
  176. pandora

    Bournemouth meet - 24th/25th October - with guaranteed sun!!! and Sandy Balls :-)

    we had a blast !!! lots of *cough* interesting conversations & wonderful people xx
  177. pandora

    York Meet September 26th & 27th 2008

    heres the few i took ! xx
  178. pandora

    York Meet September 26th & 27th 2008

    i asked a bloke to move so i could get my case out, ready to get off the train, but as he wouldn't move enough, i ended up dropping my case on my foot & now have a massive bump n bruise on it :mad:
  179. pandora

    York Meet September 26th & 27th 2008

    i've just got in myself ! an eventful weekend, to say the least, culmonating in the fact i can now not walk, due to some prat on the train :mad: xx
  180. pandora

    York Meet September 26th & 27th 2008

    lol i'll bring some with me for thurs shall i hehe ! outfits, jesssss i hadn't thought about that yrt, best get my ass in gear :o xx
  181. pandora

    York Meet September 26th & 27th 2008

    well i'm coming !:D a wonderful friend has come to the rescue with a plan, luv ya lots babe ! i owe u even more vodka now lol !!!!!!!!! xx
  182. pandora

    York Meet September 26th & 27th 2008

    just looked at flights, they're the same ish price, & i really don't fancy drivin all that way on my own :( i just don't wanna let Zoe down cos i'm room sharing with her ! dunno wot to do !?!?!?!? xx
  183. pandora

    York Meet September 26th & 27th 2008

    OMG i stupidly havn't booked my train yet n just looked, its £110 :cry:, was about £60 b4, so may end up driving, but 5 hrs drive , blast !
  184. pandora

    HAPPY BIRTHDAY PANDORA!!!

    thanks everyone ! it hasn't been too bad. met with the lovely Nikki for coffee earlier & just had a yummy chinese take away & am stuffedddddddddd xx
  185. pandora

    I ended a very destructive relationship last night

    hay babe, my thoughts r with u, as u know i'm in the same situation as u. each day gets a tiny bit easier, but the reality has yet to sink in. xx
  186. pandora

    Happy Birthday DietingQueen

    hi Nas Happy Birthday babe, just chill & enjoy it ! xx
  187. pandora

    Blergh! - FatFairNForty(ish) - my diary

    glad to hear all is good in Jennie land. sound like a lovely holiday, but 3lbs, pah, that'll be gone in no time hun. do need to catch up some time soon xx
  188. pandora

    Wannabslim's wedding update! It's been a while!

    wahoooooooo, will put that in my diary babe ! xx
  189. pandora

    Tattoo

    thanks hun xx
  190. pandora

    Tattoo

    thanks hun, gd to know ! xx
  191. pandora

    Tattoo

    lol, no there's a lot my hubby doesn't read ;) i'm very careful with my logging in & out, passwords, deleating risky convos & clearing history & cookies xx
  192. pandora

    Tattoo

    initially yes it was to do with my weight, but my hang ups there are different now, when i do get it done it will be more about literally dumping an old life for a new one, i am in the process of geting the strength to walk out of my marriage ! xx
  193. pandora

    Tattoo

    my butterfly is to symbolise me coming out of my catalys, a new life evolving xx
  194. pandora

    Tattoo

    oh, def the devil at the mo ;) xx
  195. pandora

    Tattoo

    here r my 2 http://www.minimins.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=2169&stc=1&d=1214305058 http://www.minimins.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=2170&stc=1&d=1214305149
  196. pandora

    Tattoo

    he is that size so as to match my angel ! its fab, have the angel one side telling me to be good & the devil the other saying be bad lol xx
  197. pandora

    Tattoo

    my devil i had yesterday was £60, which i thought was a gd price, he is 4" big xx
  198. pandora

    Tattoo

    i have one on each shoulder, the last one done yesterday,the bloke couldn't believe i nearly fell asleep having it done, didn't hurt at all ! xx
  199. pandora

    Tattoo

    thats exactly the butterfly that i'm getting in the small of my back, with my girls names along side in arabic ! xx
  200. pandora

    Car accident

    hug to u all Bev, hope they're all ok, emotionally as well as physically xx
  201. pandora

    Blergh! - FatFairNForty(ish) - my diary

    hey babe, good to see back & posting, we've missed u being around! i can just imagine how u r feeling, being messed around, not once, but twice, for this trip! anyway, i know u, u'll go & make the most of it & thoroughly enjoy yourself! take it easy back at work babe, don't want u burning out...
  202. pandora

    York Meet September 26th & 27th 2008

    well as long as u're the only one who knows i said it hehe ! xx
  203. pandora

    York Meet September 26th & 27th 2008

    yea lol! spose i could find someone in York (i didn't just say that did i ???:eek:) xx
  204. pandora

    York Meet September 26th & 27th 2008

    well a) i don't have someone to warm the bed for me ;) & b) i sorta said i'd share with Zoe xx
  205. pandora

    York Meet September 26th & 27th 2008

    learn a lesson girls , don't do bookings at 3 in the morning ! i've only gone & booked double instead of twin room :o hopeing if i phone them they might change it for me doh ! xx
  206. pandora

    York Meet September 26th & 27th 2008

    Isis...aka Lacey :) (definite-staying at home!..lol) Mich..aka Michelle:) (definite Ibis booked Fri & Sat:D) Debz32....aka Debz :) (definite maybe) DQ...aka Sheree (definite trying to make it!) Mandy (definate Ibis booked Fri & Sat:D) Bondgirl aka Zoe Flirty and Mr Flirty aka Beverley and Phil...
  207. pandora

    York Meet September 26th & 27th 2008

    I'M BOOKED !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
  208. pandora

    York Meet September 26th & 27th 2008

    i've just been on Google maps & i'm sure it is the one, but so don't wanna be away from every one else, so if SOMEONE can confirm 4 me , i'd be very grateful xx
  209. pandora

    York Meet September 26th & 27th 2008

    can i just confirm this is the York Centre one, b4 i book ??? if u hadn't guessed, I'M COMING YEAHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHH xx
  210. pandora

    Hi i`m back again lol

    hey Roch, just wanna wish u all the best hun, & like the others said, pls don't back out this time, ur uncles both obviously care a lot for u xx
  211. pandora

    York Meet September 26th & 27th 2008

    lol, i'll have had me belly done by then hehe ! xx
  212. pandora

    York Meet September 26th & 27th 2008

    u too babe, its too far away :( xx
  213. pandora

    York Meet September 26th & 27th 2008

    did u doubt me Cat eh ??? xx
  214. pandora

    York Meet September 26th & 27th 2008

    i'm planning on coming, just awaitin finances to book a room ! xx
  215. pandora

    Wannabslim's Atkins diary- day 3

    fantastic, glad u've found something that u like & works xx
  216. pandora

    Russiandoll's Diary

    really sorry to hear that Debbie, you & all your family will be in my thoughts theses coming days. huggs to you all xx
  217. pandora

    This is interesting...

    what a wonderfu & thought provoking post Barb, its so sad that these days our brains get talked into being slim to be healthy, yet there are a lot of bigger healthier people out there & alot of slimmer unhealthy people. deffinatly food for thought xx
  218. pandora

    KD's Question for Thursday.

    absoloutly, thought most people did that :o xx
  219. pandora

    No more voting please

    although i'd like to be part of this alot depends on things out of my control, so couldn't be deffinate till alot neare the time, will go with the flo, if i make it xx
  220. pandora

    No more voting please

    wont work for me, kids on hols & all hols at work chocca for then :( xx
  221. pandora

    No more voting please

    lol, ok u luved up woman, i'm not jealous at all hehe
  222. pandora

    No more voting please

    Ah don't ya think Phill'd like a hoard of drunk girls with u lol xx
  223. pandora

    No more voting please

    lol, kill 2 birds with 1 stone, so to speak ! only thing with Aug is kids hols & price, we could go Oct & hae a post wedding hen night ???? xx
  224. pandora

    No more voting please

    Sept '09 Cheshire meet ???? xx
  225. pandora

    No more voting please

    only her wedding !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
  226. pandora

    No more voting please

    was engaged to a Syrian a longggggggggggg time ago (very smooth talkers) xx
  227. pandora

    No more voting please

    oh but being a married woman i would only be looking, plus i can swear in arabic, soon get rid of the unwanted attention lol xx
  228. pandora

    KD's Question for Tuesday.

    sometimes more than others ! xx
  229. pandora

    No more voting please

    u can blame Mich for getting me on "social me" on Facebook" ;)
  230. pandora

    No more voting please

    & some of the Arab men are quite hot :eek: xx
  231. pandora

    No more voting please

    OMG that looks devine, we wouldn't need to go out ! (being a muslim country can we drink ??) xx
  232. pandora

    Blergh! - FatFairNForty(ish) - my diary

    but thats your life Jennie, its never any different is it, lets face it though, a flat road, no ups & downs you'd soon get bored wouldn't you ??? enjoy the sun (if you have it) love ya xx
  233. pandora

    I'm soooo happy

    thats fantastic, well done xx
  234. pandora

    KD's Question of the Day

    i doubt it very much, i'd think she was lazy & lacked motivation :o
  235. pandora

    Birmingham meet - 18th/19th april

    You flatterer Martin ! (flick) xx
  236. pandora

    Little steps to success

    thing is i'm not hungry (not that that would normally stop me :o) but i'm not forcing my self not to eat, i just don't want to ! xx
  237. pandora

    Birmingham meet - 18th/19th april

    some people have "their colour" & red certainly is yours hun. re the fat face, when i look at the photo's of me last summer, i certainly am :o xx
  238. pandora

    Birmingham meet - 18th/19th april

    lovely photos Sarah ! xx well that was written b4 i saw the last one, god i look so fat around my face
  239. pandora

    Little steps to success

    I am terible at eating in secret, if i'm in on my own of a night, its something i'm almost compelled to do. Well tonight i'm on my own & knew i would be. I was almost planning earlier what i might eat, but i DIDN'T go out & buy stuff in (as i usually would) & i HAVN'T had anything other than my...
  240. pandora

    Sad and delighted.

    thats fantastic. what a wonderful incentive to make sure you don't put the weight back on too xx
  241. pandora

    MiniMins Downtime: Friday Night 2nd May 2008 11pm~

    :( nevermind
  242. pandora

    MiniMins Downtime: Friday Night 2nd May 2008 11pm~

    am lovin this, can we have something like this for our posts too (or am i missing something) xx
  243. pandora

    Blergh! - FatFairNForty(ish) - my diary

    in my thoughts darling xx ps glad yr delivery arrived ok xx
  244. pandora

    Blergh! - FatFairNForty(ish) - my diary

    Hope today has passed off without too much distress. (((hugs))) xx
  245. pandora

    Low GI & binge abilities

    thanks for your thoughts on this
  246. pandora

    Your thoughts on this pic

    tehehehe xx
  247. pandora

    Low GI & binge abilities

    Firstly may i say, comparativley i was never a major binger, more of a "pig out-er" since following a low GI plan my desires & ability to stuff out are GREATLY reduced. Traditionally monday nites would be when i pig out, primarily cos i'm on my own on a mon eve. tru to form i went to eat this...
  248. pandora

    Your thoughts on this pic

    no Leah not alone at all, my first thought was "Ann Summers" implement covered in choc (IYKWIM) :eek: :eek: :eek: :eek: xx
  249. pandora

    My dress

    OMG they are stunning. what a beautiful wedding you will have *almost makes me jealous* xx
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