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Hi lovely Becca, I'm back to mins so wanted to make sure and subscribe to your diary. Sorry to hear you're going through a tough time at the moment. Sending you huge hugs.

It's yummy isn't it? It's become a favourite in our house! Really pleased people enjoyed it x

Creamy Pesto chicken - 6 discovery points per serving(serves 4) Ingredients 1 tbsp olive oil 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts 300g cherry tomatoes 3 tbsp pesto 3 tbsp crème fraîche fresh basil Method Heat the oil in a deep, non stick frying pan. Add the chicken and fry without...

Thai Chicken Chilli Cakes - 5 discovery points for 3 cakes Ingredients 2 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 175g/6oz each), cubed 2 garlic cloves , roughly chopped small piece fresh root ginger , peeled and roughly chopped 1 small onion , roughly chopped 5 heaped tbsp fresh...

I’m on 18, although I usually try to save a few points through the week so I can treat myself come the weekend. It’s hard, and there’s definitely no real room for treats but I’ve found ways not to be hungry. I tend to have fruit for breakfast and no point soup for lunch. That leaves my...

Woo! Well done Lainie x

well done on starting your diet! It's always really hard to get started but you'll get there, and the support on here really helps. just take it one day at a time, or even one hour at a time! when I first started, if I had a craving for something - a takeaway or chocolate - I would tell myself...

Hiya chicken, really sorry to hear you've been having such a horrible time of it. Hope things have settled down a bit for you now. Onwards and upwards! (or onwards and downwards where pounds are concerned :D) I'm sticking to the old points too, can't be bothered with learning the new system...

I've stuck with the old plan too as I just can't be bothered with the added hassle of learning new points. 'vintage' weight watchers all the way! :D

Welcome back Lainie! And well done in only gaining 2lbs, thats amazing. Nothing like the thought of bridesmaids frocks and wedding photos to motivate you, it's good to see you back Mrs :D

Jen is so right. Losing 3 stone is an amazing achievement! Remember how proud you should be of that. I know what you mean about needing to get a couple of weeks done and dusted, but once you do, you'll be flying Becca. Its really hard getting back into it, especially when things are a bit...

Thats awful news about your benefits Bex and so ridiculous that an appeal can take that long! Don't be worrying too much about the sneaky peek weight, its no wonder you needed a day off and you know it'll balance out once you're back on track x

Well done on the 2lbs Jen! Hope your legs are coping alright with their first exposure in 4 years :D

Glad taking it a day at a time is working for you Becca. It definitely takes some of the pressure off. I had to go and google Matt Baker to see who you were talking about. He doesn't do it for me I'm afraid, although the thought of some full frontal nudity at the strictly tour is hilarious...

Steak pie. Drool. Thank God I don't have access to that at lunchtime. I am amazed at you leaving the pastry. I could NEVER do that. Love the 'I love you' drama, at least Bikers said it, even if it was only once....and through a bathroom door. :D

Hi Jen, thought I’d finally come visit you in your own diary as we’re always bumping into each other on other peoples! Hope you get on OK at the docs. What is it with Doctors receptionists?! Drives me mad. Every time I call for an appointment they ask “Are you sure you need to see the...

Thats a fantastic loss Becca. Massive well done! Glad you're back on track and feeling more positive hon. ps. I too have never been to Nandos :eek:

Aw Becca, sorry to hear you've been so down and glad you're back. Big ginormous hugs to you. great news about your class leader, hopefully that will help you get started again. And don't be giving yourself a hard time about having more than one 'new beginning' - its a concept we're all...

Hope you're doing OK chicken xxx

Don't give yourself a hard time about having some wine, you know those 2lbs are only temporary. I'm sorry the stuff with your dad is making you feel down Bex. I haven't seen or spoken to my dad since I was 22. I made loads of effort to maintain contact when he and my mum split up (despite him...

Hope you get some rest over the next few days Mrs. Disturbed sleep really leaves you feeling awful, especially combined with bad dreams. Glad you've got time with your mum to look forward to xx

Well done! A loss after your birthday?! Amazing. Glad you had a nice time too xxx

Well done! Thats an amazing loss in 2 weeks xx

Sounds like you're doing really well becca, you're allowed to splurge at birthday time and you're getting loads of exercise so don't fret about it x Wii yoga is great isn't it? I find it really relaxing, even though it's hard work.

Hi Missus, I finally tracked down your new diary! Well done on that amazing loss, thats certainly a good start! Stop worrying about that wine, you're allowed to treat yourself and its better to do that than deny yourself everything, feel deprived and end up falling off the wagon completely xx

Love the satin dress Rachel. I almost ordered the same one myself but ended up with one from warehouse instead. As for the other 3, I love the first and the third one's although the 3rd one is really striking and unusual so if i had to choose I'd go for it x

damn...missed the rant! Can't believe how some people can't let go. pound & a half - thats nothing, you'll have that shifted in no time x

Just stopping by to say I hope you're Ok Lainie xxx

Nothing like a bit of friendly competition Rach! :D

Well done on the loss Rach! I had a giggle at Milo huffing. I swear my oldest cat gets embarrassed if I catch him playing with a toy. He drops it instantly when spotted and if i try to tempt him back he looks at me with complete disdain :D

Yay!!!! brilliant! Well done Jess. Hope you have a lovely weekend xx

You absolutely deserve it and I hope you enjoyed every bite honey xx Sure it was tastier than that tartan sofa I gave you anyway ;)

Hope the interview went well Lainey. Please don't worry about the diet taking a backseat, it'll be very comfy there until you're feeling better. Most important thing is that you take care of yourself chick xx

hey gorgeous, hope you're OK xxx

I too have the same wine problem as you and Mumma K Jess. how the hell do people stop at one glass?! Cassie is so precious with her wee paw covering her face. Adorable!

All lovely but LOVE the vicky martin dress. Very sexy. Your ring is beautiful, i keep popping on at work but can't see photos so this is me just seeing it!

Sorry to hear things have been so bad hon. I really hope you get some good advice from your GP, but you know we're all here for you too xxxx

I too have bought the Thorntons half price choccies like Hannah. Brilliant bargain for pressies. Now I just need to resist scoffing them myself :rolleyes: I have to admit to not having a clue about this new approach to ww. I have mild feelings of panic every time I read about it in folks...

WOOOOO HOOOO!! Well done Phil, what an achievement. I'm delighted for you xxx

:love047: CONGRATULATIONS!!! Now get on here and give us the details! :D

Hope you feel a bit better soon lovely xx

Quite right to take a bit of pressure off yourself hon, especially if the M.E. is playing up. You need to take care of yourself. Big hugs xx

Love the sound of your party Jess, you need to take plenty of photo's for us lot. I couldn't cope without heating, hate being cold. I drive Andy crazy because the house is usually too hot. You'll feel like your on your summer hols in my living room!

Hope you're OK Lainie xxx

Brilliant news about the job Jess, you've put a massive smile on my face!

Aw Bex, I had to check i wasn't reading my own diary for a minute there! I'm pretty sure my 4lb loss from last week has leapt back on again. but as others have said, we all need a wee treat and you'll get back on track in no time xx

massive well done on the 6lb loss Rach! Hope Milo is settling in nicely x

Good luck with the application, I have everything crossed for you. Well, I'll cross my fingers as soon as I stop typing :D

Woo hoo on the 6lbs Becca! Brilliant result. Stop fretting about your pizza express meal - you were under points woman! I would tell you to stop all this sneaky weighing but i'm just as bad :o

Its rubbish that its all getting on top of you Jess but hopefully things will start to fall into place soon, you've not been in your new home and job that long yet. I've got a good feeling about that law job too. I'm sure you'll get it. Anyway, sod your friends and their selfish ways - just...

SW really seems to be suiting you, well done for getting into it so quicky! As for the old lady/cement incident - aren't grumpy rude old folks nuts?! My grandad is a grumpy sod but I know he does it deliberately for effect - he says as far as he's concerned, he's lived long enough being polite...

hello Mr skinny! Sorry i haven't popped in for ages :o Just want to say a MASSIVE well done to you!!

That sucks Jess, as Kally said, its two way and your friends should make more of an effort. There's only so much you should put into a friendship if you aren't getting anything in return and you definitely need totally reliable people as bridesmaids! I've got one or two pals who I've known for...

looking good for WI Becca....6lbs is amazing. I played farmville when i first went on FB but it started to become addictive and I got so fed up with people continually asking me for stuff for their farm that I cancelled it and blocked it from posting on my page!

Hi Bex, I've only just discovered your new diary! Really glad your back on mins again :D So sorry about your wee cat, its so hard losing them. I really feel for you hon. Glad your feeling a bit better xx

Well done Lainie!! Dead pleased for you & really hoping you get to see that 15 next week!

Rach, you're amazing starting a new plan with so much going on in your life! I'd be taking up residence under my duvet with a multi pack of walkers and a giant dairy milk. I'm so sorry Amber is still missing. I've not managed to get on to any other diaries today, but I keep popping into yours...

hey hon, just checking in to see if theres any news. Really hoping she turns up and is OK and thinking about you. I know how worried you must be xx

When did you last see Amber Rach?

Well done getting back on it hun, we all have our ups and downs and there's no sense beating yourself up over it. like others have said, just look at what you've managed already xxx

Oh Rach, I really hope by the time you read this amber has turned up safe and sound. I can imagine how frantic you'll be honeyxx

Well done on the interview Jess, brill news. I'm lucky I'm always the one asking the questions in interviews nowadays! I can give you an idea of the general kind of questions I use but a lot of the time they are specific to the job. Main things to think about are the type of skills and...

Chin up hon, 2lbs isn't too bad and you can get that back off in no time.

OK, here's the plan for Glasgow: The meet will be an early lunch (12/12.30) in Glasgow, for people to get together and have good food (haggis has been requested :D), drinks and a good old chat. Saturday evening is being left free for people to do their own thing, or just stay in the pub...

If I ever lose my job, I want to work at M&S. A discount and free cake!? I'm there. And I wouldn't even need to think about what to wear every day :D I had a right chuckle at your egg cups comment. I'm the opposite - I don't have egg cups - but I do have shot glasses. Now what does that say...

Well done on the pound off Katie! You might still get a loss this week too as you've only gone off plan for a couple of days x

I'll send a pm to those that are interested soon. The date is definitely the 4th december and we were thinking maybe a lunch somewhere in the city centre if that suits everyone.

Hi Rach, hope you're works going a bit better and those teenagers aren't driving you too mad. Just de-stress by filling your lovely new bin with plastic bottles :p

God, I read that last post and now I really want a fish finger sandwich, with beetroot....all distracted now! Thats a brilliant discount for M&S, can you do my christmas shopping for me? :D

100% weekend. Well done mrs!

Aw Rach, I felt all mad then at the thought of you crying in the loo! You sound a bit better now but thats horrible. If a lot of kids actually knew how much it upset teachers maybe they would think twice. I think they forget that an adult in a position of authority is just an ordinary person...

Welcome back Jess! Good to have you properly back in the fold :)

Jess!! I haven't been checking your diary as i thought you wouldn't be around till your internet was fixed and I missed your news. Well done on the job!! Brilliant news. Its so nice to see it all coming together for you

Wooooo! Another 2lbs gone. Well done you! I won't take all the credit for giving you that kick in the bum :p Glad you're feeling better about things and I totally get it about the classes. i've never gone to classes and it's worked well for me - I get much more support from the minimates than...

I wondered what the purple bits were in your salad! As always I look at your photo's first as i get excited by all the food porn you put in your diary :p You feeling any better katie?

Like everyone else I would never have thought you were 14 stone! well done Missus and thank goodness work has settled down for you

Hair is looking good katie and your face doesn't look any fatter to me! It's really nice seeing your lovely food pictures again too.

Hope you're feeling a bit better. Work stuff can really drag you down. Just remember you managed a loss last week and you can do it this week too. Think how good you'll feel when you see those numbers on the scales getting lower again! ps. that was the gentlest bum kick I could manage, i'll save...

I can't believe that carry on with your nails. Absolutely shocking! Sorry your weeks started so badly, bring out bolshy Miss Craven and you'll soon get them sorted. Hope there is no furniture thrown, at least not by the kids ;) Having spent years working in a social work school for young...

Good for you Katie. I really admire you for being so commited to this. As a total animal lover, I wish I was able to do what you're doing. Unfortunately, the most I can manage is sticking to free range!

:party0011::party0011::party0011::party0011: Welcome back chicklet!! It's so nice to see you on here again xx

hope you've enjoyed a nice relaxing weekend xxx

Awww Rach! the best laid plans and all that... Never mind, at least you had some wine and a tasty dinner to recover! Am also currently laid like a whale on the sofa, perfect friday night activity if you ask me :D

Ohhh I love it when a little loss sneaks up on you when you're not expecting it. Well done! You'll get 2 off next week no problem xx

Gluey glittery mess sounds like lot of fun to me too! Glad things are going well for you Rach x

Oh Lainie, I can totally relate to the stressful day at work = too much scoffage. I used my crappy week at work last week to justify eating like a pig all weekend :o At least with you it was a one off. ps. Happy to provide that kick in the bum as you so kindly offered to kick mine! :D

You're doing so well sticking with it 100% and a sts is good news too. I am seriously impressed that you got one over on that pesky galaxy and resisted its charms :D I always cook the same stuff for me and Andy, it's so much easier that way. I just give him a bit more in his portion or...

Just finished season 6. It's brilliant. I didn't think Season 7 had started in the US yet! I will have to tell Andy to - ahem - aquire it :) You don't really get any answers about Kutner, it's quite frustrating. It's such a good show and IMO its getting better and better.

OMG! I was so surprised when that happened! total shocker. Random fact - he left the show because he was working on Barack Obama's presidency campaign. I LOVE House! We just finished it and the last show is sooo good.

Well done on the loss! Hope you're both feeling better soon x

Don't beat yourself up about your eating if your feeling poorly Rach. Just concentrate on getting better. And you know, even if you're struggling to be 100% at the moment, at least you're still going to the gym. Thats something to be well proud of! Hope you feel better soon xx

I got really angry when I read about that w*nker and his stupid "shrek" comment. what a complete sh1t. Hope you're Ok sweetie, one day at a time is the way to go. Great news on the job front too and I bet the diet gets much easier once you're in a job you enjoy. Big hugs xxx

Jess...? You haven't been forced to flee your new home due to it being taken over by spiders have you? :D Hope alls well and your getting settled in nicely Mrs.

I've finally made it to your diary Lainie! I thought I'd stop by as you've been visiting me and leaving such nice posts. Well done on that 2.5lbs. I love that you have your works ball and a posh dress to aim for. You'll do it! I can't wait till the dress shopping commences and then I will be...

Just realised i've neglected you terribly since i came back from my hols. Hope your doing Ok Mr x

Priceless. I think you should get drunk all the time just so you can post more like this. So funny Rach

Glad your getting your telly and phone line sorted! Hopefully there will be no problems from BT when they come out. The thought of all those spiders has my skin crawling. I'm a nightmare with spiders. there was a dead one on my bedroom window ledge when I came back from my hols and I even had...

Hope its all gone well and you're getting settled in jess x

That hotel looks lovely - I'll look forward to hearing all about your trip. I quite fancy Prague myself. I can't believe how good you are with the exercise - I don't think I've ever earned 11 AP's in one go!!

Have a fab weekend chick and good luck with the move. I'm all excited for you moving into your new place!

Aw Bex, I'm so sorry to hear about your friend. Just you concentrate on taking care of yourself honey. big hugs xxx

I've done a few and loved it when I was younger. It was perfect when T in the park first started as it was 15 minutes from my house the first 2 years! 2 of my favourite memories are being right at the front for Rage Against the Machine while it poured with rain and watching Alanis Morisette...

Good luck for your WI hon. you're back just in time you know....you can keep an eye on all the wild minimates and make sure they don't party too much in my diary while i'm on my hols :D

Think it's 7.5 points for an average size bag. Looks like you're on track for a good loss this week xx

You'll have a ball at the festival Jess. Tesco sounds like a plan - for food and loo's! I just couldn't do the festival thing anymore. I used to do it all the time when I was younger but I've gotten far too high maintenance in my thirties! :p

Welcome back Becca! So glad you're out of that stressful job. Now you're getting t'internet back hopefully we'll see much more of you and I know you'll be losing again in no time xxx

A STS is nothing to worry about, especially with how much you've been losing. I bet you'll have an even bigger loss next week now xx

Hey you, sorry I've not been around - its been a mental week - glad to hear you sounding so upbeat! You've done so amazingly well and I know you'll keep going strong. I've gotta say- I haven't found your diary boring or grumpy at all - I don't have any other minimates who feed me sofa's...

Thanks Jess, one way or another there would be much laughter - even if it was at us rather than with us :D Its a date, although I'm thinking a minimates meet is needed before then. I'd love us all to get together! Jess, I'm so excited and pleased for you with your new home and your new plan...

Weet Woo Phil! Well done on the loss and fitting into those jeans - lookin' good! bet it felt great getting them back on - i'm dead chuffed for you xx

Mumma K and Nikki did so well didn't they?! Glad you were there to cheer them on. Nikster has already made the executive decision that the Scottish Minimates have to do it with them next year & me and Linz are up for that, although we will be demanding alcohol afterwards - just to be...

At least you won't have to worry about Cassi and you'll know she's safe and can't come to any harm Jess. it won't be long now till you're reunited and can get all settled in your new home.

Hope you had a lovely day Rach xx

Hi Phil, I too am a scales hopper. I really struggle to stay off the things - so much so that Andy has them hidden in the boot of his car to stop me torturing myself!:D The Wii is brilliant, I'm on it every night now and I vary it between WII fit plus and EA active. must have a look out for...

I bet you can't wait to move now. It looks like a gorgeous place to live. Cassi will adjust really quickly, you know what cats are like - they're so smart. She'll have the barbed wire sussed out in no time and be out staking her claim on her territory! I don't get presents from my 2. My wee...

Nothing better than a succesful days shopping! Glad you got the dress you wanted, it can be a nightmare when you have an idea in your head of what you wan't to wear but can't find it. Hope you're having a lovely day x

Well done Phil! You're doing sooooo well you big loser you! xx

Fantastic news Jess! how exciting, now you can start planning your move into your lovely new home xx

Like the dresses Rach. Especially the first and third one's. Dying to see how you get on with them now! I've tried the 'order a few and send back the one's you don't like' thing before. unfortunately, this means I end up keeping too many if I like all of them! "My name is Nic and I'm a shopoholic"

Big congratulations on graduating Rach, you clever thing you:)

Aw honey, that doesn't sound good! Are you sticking with the job for now? It's definitely not for you if it's making you feel that bad. Hopefully things will settle down for you soon and don't forget we're always here for you xxx

Yay! either will do, he's easy pleased :D

I want Mumma k to be my mother in law too. I'm going to ask her to adopt Andy

good on you keeping up the wii routine. i'm trying to do an hour a night at the moment too but really have to force myself! I wish I could find exercise I actually enjoy...well apart from the obvious....shopping (what did you think I meant?) ;)

Hi Dave, I also heard about your diary from Nikki and just want to say a massive well done! Your pictures are incredible. You must be so thrilled with what you've achieved x

Well done on the half pound Rach. What are you like perving random blokes at WI?! I love it. Plasterer eh? Bet he's good with his (rough) hands ;) I'm trying very hard to avoid comments about 'filling holes' etc but after your 'cheesy' comment on my diary....

So we've both been attacked by buffets and cupcakes. It's clearly not our fault at all. Must be some kind of epidemic :eek:

I loved reading all about your birthday and your wedding plans. You didn't half make me laugh with your little rant about the kids as well. The wedding theme sounds absolutely magical. It will be beautiful Jess. I love wedding talk, you'll have such a brill time arranging it all. Thats...

Good luck for the WI Rach x

Well done Phil! thats fantastic news x

Good luck for WI tomorrow Phil. I've got everything crossed for you. Even my eyes. And my hairy toes :D

Huge congratulations on your degree Jess. Looks and brains chick! ;) Thats a shame about the job. it's disappointing when you liked the look of it so much. Can't wait to hear how your househunting goes. Exciting stuff!

Bex, you're obviously still doing something right as you've lost 2lbs! Well done x As for the other stuff with your job, remember how much is going on in your life at the moment - new job, new house - it's bound to be stressful and the fact that you're not collapsing in a heap and ordering a...

:birthday: Happy birthday lovely!!!

Oh Rach, you have made me chuckle with your gym 'fantasy' man! Actually......maybe I should introduce you to my pals brother from that bizarre party the other night... :8855:

Bit late but wanted to say well done!! 2lbs is brilliant. All this talk of Dominoes.....I LOVE Dominoes pizza. But they are just so high in points. I suppose it doesn't help that I'm a pepperoni lover... and that I like to wash mine down with red wine!

Well done on the STS Jess. It's really good that you're managing not to gain without being ultra strict. Just shows how well you'll be able to maintain when you get to goal!

Thought a nice wee tartan snack might be in order after that tragic England score ;) Hope it hasn't made you too miserable and your holiday is going great xx

I can't believe that daft woman at the gym asking you not to jog vigorously. good on you for telling her No! I would have been tempted to start flailing my arms around and running like pheobe in that episode of friends just to annoy her:D I'm dead impressed by you going to the gym, i just...

hope your holiday is fantastic Phil xxx

Awwwww. She is so adorably precious Jess. I LOVE her. No wonder you miss her so much. My Bailey fetches too. His favourite is a crisp packet folded into a triangle. He loves fetching those but now as soon as he sees us finish a packet he gets all hyper and starts wailing at us. I just loved...

Hope your holiday is fab Phil. and I tell you what....if England beat Germany, I'll eat my sofa this time ;)

Congratulations on the flat purchase and the loss Becca! Brilliant news on both fronts. You must be so excited about your wee flat!

:8855:Now Phil, remember sofa's are for special occasions only. don't want you going on a sofa binge

Well done on the 1.5lbs Rachael! take it easy with that injury, sounds nasty :eek:

you sound so like me, I fretted like mad the first time I used saved points and had a big meal and a treat in one night. I had to go one further and get on the scales the next morning too which caused much drama. Of course it all balanced out at WI and your big pointy meal will too. Hope you...

Well done Phil, 3lbs is a fantastic loss! very chuffed for you :D

Well done Jess, 2lbs is brilliant! I love the wild west photo, you and adam totally look the part:)

Glad you had a nice day in Glasgow but a shame about the shopping - I hate when that happens. theres nothing worse than wanting to have a wee spending spree then not finding anything!

Huge well done to Lisa, I'm loving the bunny ears. What a difference in those 2 pictures, thats an amazing change in such a short space of time so a huge well done to you too x

tempura ice crime is amaaaazing. I tried it for the first time on holiday last year. Sinfully good

Hiya Phil, glad to see you've recovered from last nights football disaster and sofa binge. Thanks for stopping by my diary, thought I'd pop by yours for a wee visit. I'm liking the sound of the pub with you and our Nikster, but it would have to be a pint of magners and some dry roasted nuts for...

Bex is back!!!:talk017: Everyone here has given great advice re. the new job honey, very wise words from Ms. Jones. Give it a few weeks and you'll be wondering what you were worried about. I'm so glad you're back on mins, don't worry about your wee blip with the eating, you're having to adjust...

ps. job sounds perfect. really hope you get it x

Oh jess, you need a holiday to recover from the one you've just been on! The joys of families eh? The whole episode on the motorway sounded horrendous (and a bit like a national lampoons movie:rolleyes:) Thats so sad about your wee dog. My mum cat sits when we go away and my biggest fear is...

Welcome home Jess! looking forward to hearing all about your hols. Sorry to hear about your wee dog x

Having to get new scales is a bit of a nightmare! It's something I've never even thought of. Maybe you'll be lucky and they'll weigh you lighter than your old ones. Whe i went on hols last year there were scales in the room. I hopped on them on the first day so i could keep track and i was 4lbs...

Bex!!! where are you mrs? was popping in to see how WI went. But your AWOL, right that's it, i'm stalking you on FB now instead :D

Good luck with the fresh start Nicki! 3.5lbs on isn't too bad at all, you'll have that off in no time. Once you've got through today, that'll get you back in the swing of things. I know what you mean about Mini's, it definitely keeps me going and even if I have a glitch i come on and confess...

Glad to see you back Bex. That sounds pretty hopeful for WI on Wednesday. I shall wait impatiently for your results xx

Excellent, thank you!!

Hi, hopefully someone can advise. I've got some mini trifles in the fridge which OH bought but I can't work out the points on my calculator becasue although it gives the amount of cals & amount of Fat - it doesn't give saturated fat amounts. I know its always less than the total grammes of fat...

Right young lady, It's been 5 days since we heard from you. Much more of this and i'll have to resort to stalking on facebook. <goes off to form search party>

I love it when you're all packed and ready to go on your hols. It's a great feeling. As for what you've packed........I think you may need more shoes. :8855: Hope you have an absolute ball Jess. Look forward to hearing all about it when you get back x

<rushes in realising Bex hasn't been here for 2 days, shouts till hoarse then slopes off miserable because Becca's still not here>

Your friends house sounds idyllic. I'd love that kind of house. Lucky Cassi, she'll be ruling the roost in no time. You must be excited about your hols now. Not only are you going on your holidays but you have lots of lovely new clothes for when you're there. Perfect. You can think about...

Well done Becca!! You must be so pleased and it just shows you that you've developed good habits now and can relax and enjoy yourself but still stay on track - I so admire you for that!

I wish I could come for that lunch too! I could get rid of all my grey hair at the same time if it's hairdo time I have a tattoo on my lower back, hard to describe, it's a kind of sun design but quite gothic-y, all black. I love it but it hurt like hell. I turned the air blue getting it done...

Looking stunning in your pics Missy! You always look so pretty. Isn't it funny how, no matter what the scales tell you, you get the biggest buzz from getting into clothes that you didn't think would fit? It's the best feeling! Glad you're back, I've been missin ya! Oh, and River Island. I...

Andy doesn't even come near me anymore when I'm cooking. if he tried to offer advice he'd get the death glare. He couldn't offer any anyway as all he knows how to cook is chicken curry or tuna pasta. His job is to pour drinks and fetch condiments. Oh, and do all the dishes!

Totally agree with Jess and Mumma K, you've been ultra strict with yourself and achieved loads already so there's no harm in a wee break. Life is for living and enjoying after all! Sounds like you have a lovely day planned, hope you have a great time x

Hannah's spot on Jess. You just need to know the right things to say, play up your strengths to the maximum and employ some blagging tactics for the few bits you're not that sure of. Honestly, you're clearly dead smart and even if a job looks fabulous but terrifying and you have doubts about...

Oh Becca that sounds terrible. You poor thing. Hope thats you all sorted now hon.:hug99: Just think, next week you'll be smashing that 50lb target!

If Becca doesn't get back soon will I call the chippendales and see if they're free for another party? <dashes off to stock up on baby oil>

Well done Emma!! :D

Becca!!!!!! where are you???!!! We miss you. Oh, and congratulations on your 4lb poo...whoops...I mean loss :giggle:

Well done Jess! I remember being totally elated(and sleep deprived) when I handed in my dissertation. Hope you've caught up on your sleep and are full of beans and ready to celebrate x

2lbs on when you haven't been weighing in every week is pretty good going. You'll have that shifted pronto. I'm looking forward to hearing how you get on with the meetings. I've never gone to meetings but it might actually be the kick in the bum I need!

Another 2.5lbs?? Lady, you're a weight loss machine. Well done Becca! :D

Well done!! you're on a roll missus!!

Hi hon, I've not been around the past few days so have just seen your photo's. I've been feeling a bit down and those totally lifted my spirits! I can't believe how much your body has changed! You must feel thrilled when you look at those photo's and compare them to your 'before' pics. I...

Fabulous bargains Jess! The spotty kaftan is gorgeous. I'm very impressed by your 40 lengths, the most exercise I ever get in a swimming pool is on holiday. And even that is only me climbing on and off my lilo. I did watch the pool aerobics once too...with a cocktail in my hand!:o

Becca you are amazing!! I'm so thrilled for you. Those pounds are just flying off you. I loved your wee video blog, You look so pretty and like Nikki said, you have such a lovely voice - very posh. You have inspired me to get my ass back in gear. I don't even have that much to lose and yet I...

Well done! You must be delighted, thats fab!!

Lovely pic chick, the smokey eyes look fantastic!

Hi Emma, Thought I'd stop by and pay you a visit. Welcome back to Mins. i've only been on here a few weeks and I'm an addict! Nic

For me the 2 main things are: Planning Finding low point foods I ENJOY I plan my meals a week in advance and if I'm cooking things I make extra so I can freeze some. Also, over time I've found healthier versions of lots of things that I would miss if I cut them out completely.

I agree. crusts-away was the best discovery for me! It's brilliant

It got a good bit better after a week but it kept flaring up again. I think it was probably about 2 weeks before it went away completely. Just like you, I couldn't get a doctors appointment and nothing helped so eventually it went away on its own. The only thing I was taking was loads of vitamin C.

Wednesday 28th April Breakfast 2 bananas (3) Lunch tuna steak in springwater (2) salad (0) Dinner 4 crispy pancakes (6) carrots & turnip (0) bread (2) TOTAL 13 SAVED 5 OVER ---- TOTAL SAVED 11 TOTAL OVER ---- I know you're only supposed to save 4 points a day but I was shattered...

Could be your sinuses that are infected Jess. An ear infection would usually be painful. I had a similar thing a few weeks ago when I had that horrible head cold. I couldn't hear properly (sounded like I was underwater) and there was a weird liquidy swollen feeling behind my cheekbones. Poor...

Aww poor Nikki you sound so glum. Those bad days are horrible aren't they? I wouldn't worry about the chinese, it sounds like you might still be within points and like becca says, you can always claw a few back over the next day or so. Cheer yourself up by thinking how well you've done so far! x

Wednesday 28th April Lunch M&S Asian wraps (1.5) M&S COU chocolate mousse (2) Dinner meatballs in tomato sauce (7) spaghetti (2) salad (0) Low fat Garlic bread (1.5) Snacks red wine (2) TOTAL 16 SAVED 2 OVER ---- TOTAL SAVED 6 TOTAL OVER ----

To be fair they would've been far more satisfying with chips on the side...:D but I thought they were pretty good for only 1.5 pts

You should have a look at it then, it was worth every penny and we certainly drank and ate our monies worth!

Its very pricey, but all you need is tip money and money for any excursions when you're there. It's about £4700 for 2 weeks but you can also get an ocean front room with your own swim out pool for an extra £700...we drew the line at that one though! There are some brilliant trips you can do...

Oh...honeymoon talk - love it! I have a recommendation if you want to spoil yourself! I'm off to Mehico the first 2 weeks in August. We're going back to the same resort we went to last year. We never do that as we like to try new places but it was the most amazing holiday I've ever had so we had...

The new dress is lovely Bex, it really shows off your waist. its all too easy to get a bit silly about food when you're dieting and thinking about it all the time. But you've got good friends and your lovely Rob to keep you on track. You're doing so well honey, and its fab that you're enjoying...

I just discovered little packs of M&S mini wraps with ginger beef and asian salad. You get 6 in a pack with soy sauce but they are absolutely tiny so I had 2 packs for lunch - 1.5 points for 12 little wraps. Brilliant!

Fingers crossed for WI Nikki. You've stuck to your points so i hope that shows up on those scales for you!

Not updated this for a week as I went a bit off track for a few days which resulted in STS yesterday at WI. Back on it 100% though. So: Tuesday 27th April Lunch tomato soup (2.5) 2 x crusts away bread (1) Dinner spinach & ricotta pasta (9) salad (0) Snacks monster munch (1.5) TOTAL 14...

:rotflmao: Possibly. and bloody cold.

would you believe it...my dad is also a complete tw*t. I stopped all contact when I was 21. I so want to rent Simon though. Just so he can accompany me everywhere for a day and keep patting me on the head saying "well done you, you little star"

ps. hope you enjoy your trip Bex xx

Theres a term we use north of the border for people who act 'posher' than they really are: "fur coat, nae knickers" Not sure if you use it down south. I bet there's more than a few waitrose shoppers who're fur coat, nae knickers types!:D

I'm a huge fan & we even watched every season back to back again before this last one started (so geeky I know!) There are only 6 episodes to go now and i am losing faith that they will be able to explain it all by the end. Every week we watch it get more confused at the moment instead of less!

Jess I already love everything you've picked out! I adore the style of dress and you can go all out on shoes. I'm already picturing a vintage style louboutin type affair...but I'm a shoe addict. So anything shoe related gets me very excited,:D the whole barn/medieval thing is fab too. None of...

God, I love wedding planning. I can't wait to hear all about it. You will be such a beautiful bride Jess. its all so exciting! xx

OH YES! Show the ring!!!

There's only 2 Waitrose in Scotland! One is in the west end of Glasgow (which is the middle class bit) I'm intrigued as to what all the fuss is about as I've never been. Some of my colleagues were talking about it yesterday and raving about particular waitrose foods. I suspect its one of those...

So pleased for you Jess. lovely, lovely news and a perfect proposal x

Right young lady, you're getting a telling off for putting yourself down! You look so pretty and happy in your photo's and no wonder, out for your anniversary AND wearing lovely new clothes you didn't think you would fit into.:D Nikki beat me to it mentioning your smile - great minds think...

I now have an image of you leaping up clutching your towel and closing the curtains in a panic! Kally, Albondigas and patatas bravas are my absolute favourites. I am so excited at the thought of a ww friendly recipe for them :eat:

Well done on that massive loss!! I bet you were thrilled after all your fretting! x

Well done you little weight loss machine you!! You're doing so well you should enjoy showinf off a bit at your class!:D

Only 0.75lbs off at WI despite me ending up under points this week. GRRRR! Oh well, a new week now: Tuesday 20th April Lunch no point soup (0) Dinner 2 slices pizza (10) Snacks wine (2) crisps (3) houmous (1.5) TOTAL 16.5 SAVED 1.5 OVER ---- TOTAL SAVED 1.5 TOTAL OVER ---- Can't...

Monday 19th April Lunch no point soup (0) Dinner no point soup (0) bread roll (2) Snacks banana (1.5) 2 chocolates (2?) COU mousse (2.5) TOTAL 8 SAVED 10 OVER ---- TOTAL SAVED 6.5 TOTAL OVER ---- Can't believe how little I ate!

Tapas! Tapas! Tapas! That I can eat without guilt?(and without having to insult a midget afterwards?) Oh kally, if you do this I will be forever in awe of you

Is this even possible? To not like either chocolate OR wine? I can't comprehend such a strange phenomenon. :eek:

Has it really been a week since your last WI? My word, time flies when you're talking about farting and ex boyfriends online! I'm keeping everything crossed for you honey. Bet you still get a decent loss because you've been such a little WW angel x

Awww sorry you're not well Jess. Hope you perk up soon x :patback:

This is my 1st week on 18 so I’ll let you know! I have done this before and still managed steady loss even on 17 points. I always try to exercise too though as I think you need that extra boost Sunday 18th April Lunch no point soup (0) breads roll (2) Dinner spinach & ricotta canneloni...

Saturday 17th April Lunch 4 x crusts away bread (2) 2 slices bavarian ham (0.5) Frazzles (1) COU choccy mousse (2) Dinner no point soup (0) bread roll (2) Snacks 1 red wine (2) 2 G&T (2) wotsits (1.5) bread (1) tomato (0) TOTAL 14 SAVED 4 OVER ---- TOTAL SAVED ---- TOTAL OVER 7.5...

I just add some mild curry powder gradually to extra light mayo and make sure its all mixed through. It tastes really nice. Friday 16th April Lunch tuna steak in springwater (2) salad (0) Dinner chicken chuilat (7) fried rice (8) prawn crackers (1.5) mini spring rolls (3) Snacks red...

Hope you're out having a lovely day as planned. You do realise that you now NEED to make those fishcakes just so I can steal the recipe after you??

I'm finally catching up. Phew, one day away and I'm whizzing round diaries like a whirlwind. I'm dead impressed at you keeping track of your points when you were out for your lovely meal becca. Well done, I find it hard to be that good! I'm with kally on the Nick thing. You know best what to...

Thursday 15th April Lunch pitta (2) chicken breast (2) home made coronation dressing (0.5) salad (0) Dinner chicken arrabiatta (7) salad (0) Snacks M&S COU chocolate mousse (2) TOTAL 13.5 SAVED 4.5 OVER ---- TOTAL SAVED 6 TOTAL OVER ---- So far so good this week. Have a horrible...

Wednesday 14th April Breakfast Banana (1.5) Lunch 1x crusts away bread (1) Heinz tomato soup (2.5) Dinner good for you enchiladas (9) sour cream (1) salsa (0) jalapenos(0) Snacks crisps(2) TOTAL = 17 SAVED = 1 OVER ---- TOTAL SAVED = 1.5 TOTAL OVER ----

I'm so so so so chuffed for you! Well done doll. I kinda suspected you would have another big loss after what your wii fit was telling you but didn't say anything in case i jinxed you! Congratulations, you must be delighted! :woohoo::woohoo::woohoo:

OK, a new week and off to a good start with my 5lb loss from last week! Losing those pounds also means I lose a precious point though.. So it’s 18 points a day this week. I'm going to try not to go too far under and have loads left over like I did last week because I know that can make me...

Peanut butter straight off the spoon. heaven. What about Nutella straight off the spoon? More heaven. (wipes chin) Well done sticking with it Jess, sounds hard but I'm sure it'll will be worth it

Sounds like you both had a nice day. Good luck for the weigh in missus! I've got everything crossed for you and am sending you skinny vibes :vibes:x

I know. I'm terrible for skipping breakfast. it's mainly because I'm not a morning person at all and don't really feel like it till I get to work and then I'm so busy I don't get time. I do also like to save points for the evenings as thats when I like to eat but I think I'll try getting some...

MONDAY 12th APRIL Lunch 2x crusts away bread (1) Heinz tomato soup (2.5) Dinner fresh spaghetti (100g) (2) home made bolognese (6) garlic bread (1) Snacks 1 x beer (1.5) 2 x chocolate ginger (2) TOTAL 15 SAVED 4 OVER ---- TOTAL SAVED 15.5 TOTAL OVER ---- So, 15.5 points not used last...

SUNDAY 11TH APRIL Lunch 4 x crusts away bread (2) 2 slices Bavarian ham (1) tomatoes/mustard /pickled onions (0) frazzles (1) Dinner sirloin steak (7) baked potato (2) sides - mushroom, tomatoes and salad (0) Snacks 4 x beer (6) TOTAL 19 SAVED 0 OVER ---- TOTAL SAVED 11.5 TOTAL OVER...

SATURDAY 10TH APRIL Breakfast porridge (3.5) Lunch crisps (3) hummus (1.5) Dinner home made chk curry (3) rice (2) Snacks 2 x beer (3) G&T (1) TOTAL 17 SAVED 2 OVER ---- TOTAL SAVED 11.5 TOTAL OVER ---- I had 9.5 points saved at the start of the day and was intending to use them but...

FRIDAY 9TH APRIL Lunch Heinz tomato soup (2.5) 4 x crusts away bread (2) Dinner home made chk curry (3) rice (2) garlic bread (1) Snacks 3 x G&T (3) chocolate ginger (1) TOTAL 14.5 SAVED 4.5 OVER ---- TOTAL SAVED 9.5 TOTAL OVER ---

THURSDAY 8TH APRIL Lunch No point soup (0) 4 x crusts away bread (2) Dinner No point soup (0) Tuna salad (2) Snacks carrot sticks (0) hummus (5) crisps (3) TOTAL 12 SAVED 7 OVER ---- TOTAL SAVED 5 TOTAL OVER ---- Much healthier today but when I'm healthy I end up going way under my...

WEDNESDAY 7th APRIL Lunch No point soup (0) 4 x crusts away bread (2) Dinner Chinese curry (8) fried rice ( 9) Snacks 2 x beer (3) cream egg (3.5) TOTAL 25.5 SAVED ---- OVER 6.5 TOTAL SAVED ---- TOTAL OVER 2 Again not the most healthy of days and 2 over - oops

Hi peeps, I had a couple of weeks where I fell off the wagon and was lucky to get a STS but I’ve been back on track for the last week and lost 5 lbs. Last week I was on 19 points so I’m going to put my food diary in here for the whole week for info. I WI on Tuesdays so will start there TUESDAY...

He looks so like Sylar from heroes! Glad you had a good day x

Sorry! thought I'd added it :sign0007: The recipe is there now x

Hot Indian Chicken Curry with Rice & Garlic Bread - 6 points This has been my dinner the past couple of days. Only 3 points for a serving of curry (its got lots of peppers and mushrooms as well as chicken) 2 points serving of rice and 1 point for the low fat garlic bread. I'm going to attempt...

Hi Becca, glad you've had a good day today. You can totally see the difference in your two pics. I think its very noticeable. You're doing so well chick! Shame your night out didn't work out. I'm like that sometimes too, I find myself in a busy pub and just get irritated by the noise, the heat...

Well done on your amazing loss so far! You’re doing so well so allow yourself a treat now and again – you deserve it x I know what you mean, I was ultra strict last year in the build up to my summer hols and hardly touched a drop. I became such a lightweight that after sharing a bottle of...

I'm with Jess on the amount of time and effort it takes to make soup. Every time I make a pot I feel like I should get some kind of medal. :winner: I've only started making it myself recently as up until then I had a soupery doupery soup maker of my own (my mum) However, she has downed tools...

Thanks everyone. I've taken today off work as I'm feeling totally rubbish! At least I don't need to worry about points now....although the soup is so healthy and i'm feeling so sorry for myself that the only other thing i want to eat is chocolate! At least I can have some without any guilt now :)

Hi All, I'm floored with a horrible cold and don't feel like cooking so I made a huge pot of zero point soup yesterday. I have the afternoon off work and already ate 2 big bowls of it....and will probably have another later! I'm just wondering if eating so much of what is just veg and stock...

As I’ve said in my diary, the weekend was a bit all over the place as I was out on Friday night but then ill with cold the rest of the weekend. I have a huge pot of zero point soup which I intend to live on for the next 2/3 days as a mini detox so we’ll see how that goes. Weigh in is tomorrow so...

Just stumbled across this and find the whole wendie plan ‘controversy’ interesting. I have actually done this by accident in the past when I’ve been a bit all over the place with my points or had a big social event. Some weeks there would be days when I would be really busy at work and grab an...