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Oh Jael I'm So sorry to hear you've been through that. I'm amazed so many of us have. I hate to think of anyone feeling the same but it has made me feel less alone and given me the strength to finally see this through. You are all very strong ladies and if you can cope then so can I...

Busy Bizzle! Good to hear. Ibiza will be here before you know it. Enjoy your weekend.

I look forward to being here with you when you reach your goal. Xxx

Amazing mum teaching her you see. Have a great weekend. X

Ok, so back on plan. Monster headache and I don't think I've drunk enough but it's a start. I feel significantly heavier so I weighed myself and I was 19st10. A lot of fluid I know but to gain 11lbs in a few days wow. Just shows how quickly it goes on again! It doesn't help when hubby...

How ya doin Susie? Miss you.

Yeay 5lbs down is fabulous well done :clap:

You're the queen of maintenance Mere. keep in touch xxx

12's Green that's fantastic. Have a wonderful family hol. I can't wait to see you reach goal. You can do this!

Oh Mere, I'm sorry it happened to you and thank you for saying it. I tried to talk to a member of my family at the time but I was told it was basically my own fault. My husband knows but no one else and it's not been mentioned (thankfully) since I told him when we first got together and I had...

Keep going. A stone is definitely doable. Good luck hon.

Oh poppy how scary to have your bank hacked. I'm glad it was sorted and you didn't lose anything. Nothing's sacred anymore is it, especially on the internet. The blender sounds a good idea. Keep stumbling. You'll get there. X

Wow has it really been so long since I posted. Sorry about that and thanks for all your lovely wishes. I got straight back on after the fish supper with no problem. I did my first hydro session and it went very well. They had to confess they didn't expect me to be so agile and strong even...

Thanks guys. Your support means a lot. It's seven weeks until I go back to work. I'm going to focus on that and a potential two stone. I really need to snap out of this gloomy mood though. I just feel like crying all the time. Maybe it is grief and stress at everything going on. porridge...

Sounds like you're def in the zone, it's a great place to be. Nice confidence boost to have someone tell you they miss you. Is it a relationship you might give another go? Whens your weigh day again? Time is just flying. Have a great week.

Thanks everyone. My steely resolve dissolved In front of my husband last night. We had a family meal of fish, chips and peas. I think it's partly because I just wanted to feel included and for my son to see me eat the same as him for a change. I'm back on packs today but I'm feeling very low...

Hey Biz. Alfie sounds a great guy with good advice. Having regular packs every 4 hours will keep your blood sugar even. Drops and spikes can make a big difference to moods. I find I feel things more keenly on VLCD because I'm not burying feelings in food. A written diary could be a great...

It sounds like you're really on a roll, that's great. I love your profile pic. I'm hoping to join the gym soon too. I've to wait for docs paperwork to get through the system before I start though. I'm finding I have a bit more energy to burn this time around. I could be nearly at goal by...

Greetings everyone. Well, I slept last night which is great but I think it was medication induced as I still feel groggy. Just had porridge and a coffee. I have the afternoon with hubby and bubs. He's asked me what I'd like to do and I've no idea. I think a walk out for some air might be...

Glad you enjoyed your afternoon. Hasn't the last ten days gone quickly. Keeping going after days off is a skill but the secret to success. Have a great second week.

Here it comes...., I've been expecting it. The melancholy, tired, out of sorts feeling which usually leads me to comfort eat. I guess it's a reaction to yesterday's sad news. I've Just had a double choc bar and placed another order with exante for bars and meals. The in laws are gone and...

Week 4 WI 0.5lb. I'm pleased with that because usually on week 3 I STS. I've been 100% all week except Monday. That's a huge achievement for me, to come off for a meal and get straight back on. I stopped antibiotics and steroids this week and feel much better. Bit bloated though. So...

I love that too. Hope you have a good weekend Poppy. X

Yey GEG sounds like a plan!

OMG I do the same thing. I haven't slept properly for weeks now. My head keeps playing back conversations, dreading and rehearsing for next meetings with people I've disagreed with or have upset me, agonising over choices of building materials, flooring, paint. Stressing about money, panicking...

It's all doable with the support from everyone on here. It makes it achievable because no one else understands what it's like whether it's a stone or twenty to lose its just as hard, it just takes longer for some of us. 4 week WI in the morning. X

Thanks curve appeal. If anything it makes me want this all the more. I want to stop wasting time and just get rid of this weight which has plagued me since I was eight years old. I've wasted so many years. The trick now is not to give in to emotional eating and "what's the point"mentality...

Thanks everyone. Tough day emotionally. Now I'm trying to let other friends know who are out of the country. I just feel so upset but it's nothing compared with what his family are dealing with. The suckiest things happen to the nicest people. Cookie bar and coffee for lunch. Just had a...

Morning! Strawberry shake for breakfast. I'm off to the craft fair with two more carrot cake eating Chums today. Bubs is out with his grandparents. Had some Very sad news this morning. A friend and colleague for over twenty years caught what he thought was a cold. He ended up in a coma a...

The right Head space is the difficult bit to achieve in this Poppy. Just do a mental reset and forget where you were and would have been if.... And just look forward and feel positive that you're making the steps to feeling better. Shakes only certainly get me into the swing the quickest, I...

Wow that's an impressive loss and seven year maintenance I salute you! I lost 8 on LL in 2009 and got within 3 stone of goal but then came off and went carb (esp bread and choc and junk crazy (emotional eating) and put the lot and more back on ultra quick. Strangely when I did the online quiz...

Hi Empath, no milk was a really tough thing for me. I started with using the vanilla shake in coffee but then I just bit the bullet and went black coffee. I hated it at first but after about a fortnight I got used to it and after a month I couldn't drink it after my husband accidentally put...

Hey Manda! Great to see you back :)

12stone, that's wonderful. It's heartening for me to see someone has made it, especially with SW which I'd like to do eventually. Fantastically well done :clap:

How ya doing MM?

Hey Biz! Fantastically positive day, it's about time you had one! Size 14 jeans too :woohoo: and all those miles walked too. I'm not a big shopper but do love a solo mooch on occasion. how exciting you're going to see your Gran, bet she'll be thrilled to see you. I used to live in...

It may be in your genetic makeup SS. Did you see the Horizon programme which diet is right for you? It scientifically investigated the effect of diets on different people and why they ate a certain way. It was an eye opener for me. There were three groups. Emotional eaters, feasters (can't...

Super loss in two weeks, don't be disheartened with a pound, it really does even out over a month when you stick to plan. Your body is still getting used to the new regime too. I always use the picture the others posted as a reality check. Measurements are a great guide too. You are doing...

Ahhhhh holiday sundowners.. Sigh....have a wonderful time :)

Well done at the meal out Green. You've got the stuff needed to get you to goal and stay there. You go girl!

How's today been Lesley?

How's today gone Poppy? Hope you're feeling good?

Oh Biz that's fantastic news about Cath, I'm so pleased she's well enough to travel and she's coming home to people who can support her like you. I think the letter is a great idea, especially the part where you wouldn't have if she hadn't offered and you thought it would be for the best...

Thanks Biz and Green. I had a lovely day mooching around craft stalls. Quality time with my chum who stuck to tradition and had carrot cake with coffee not once but TWICE. I had black coffee, and a cookie bar for lunch. I'm so proud of myself. I resisted all the tasters in the food court...

Well it's 8.30 and I've survived another day. Supermarket was a challenge as I went before my pack. I made a yummy dinner too but didn't have any... Oh, I tell a lie I had one piece of wholewheat pasta my little boy offered me to show it was yummy. He ate it with chicken, broccoli and...

How're you doing Susie? Had a great time?

Oh I hope so Susie. Thanks! Just about to relax on the sofa with a coffee and double choc bar. I find I get into ketosis easier with all shakes but I need something to chew. I've got rid of some stuff from the garage, walked the dog, done the shopping and put Bubs down for a snooze. Now...

How ya doing Jayne?

How're you today Biz?

Whatever works for you SS. We are all different and have to find our own way to keep on track. Not regaining is a valuable skill to have. Enjoy your fresh produce. Yum.

Now is the time to practice your maintenance skills! Your body is probably adjusting to its new weight. The Horizon program said it can go through a rebellious stage wanting to get back to what it thinks is its right weight. Especially if you've been overweight a while. You've done amazingly...

Where's the holiday Boof? You will make a difference by then if you keep going. X

Wow Poppy, you have chocolate in the fridge? That sounds like some restraint to me. I hope you feel better soon. It's a great idea to get out and about. Cravings really take hold she you're stuck in feeling crappy. Keep going hon. Have a lovely sunny day

Woohooo super loss Lesley! Day offs are good sometimes just be prepared to grit your teeth afterwards and get on with it because you will find you feel hungry. Enjoy your afternoon tea. I love those. I had naked Burger on Monday and it worked well. I was so full very quickly. Roll on 14's!

Morning! Yesterday was 100% which I'm pleased about because it really is a challenge after a day off. The desire to be thinner is greater than the power of any food though, especially now I'm feeling better and slept a bit. I Started today with strawberry shake and a pint of black coffee. It's...

Thanks Mere. Eek, photo, I don't think I could. I did sleep some last night. That's good. A Bit hungry this morning as expected. One shake, one choc bar, a pint of black coffee and 750ml water so far. I'm determined today is just going to be a continuation. I can't wait to be less...

That's an unreasonable response from bridezilla, especially considering your circumstances and she offered! don't let her guilt trip you, she has plenty of time to make other arrangements. Feel better and give yourself a big mental hug. :bighug:

How're you doing Mere? Where are you off to next?

That's a super loss Poppy. You will be back down to 14 in no time. No regrets just think forward. After all, you're here and making a difference. X

Porridge to start but the rest of the day off plan. I've found the reason for my extreme hunger and sleeplessness might have been the steroids and antibiotics. My vision was even blurry today so I did eat carbs. No regrets as I feel much better. Today was the last day of steroids so...

Hey Lady, how ya doing?

Just do a mental reset and continue on Boof. The trick is to just get back on with it despite slip ups. You can do this.

Well done Lesley. Protein extra to keep you on track is a wise move. Can't wait to see your WI.

Today has been a hunger struggle. I'm sat outside the supermarket and my hubby has gone in to get what we need because I'm feeling exhausted and really hungry. I'm sure it's just a reaction to being very tired but control has to be maintained. I'm going to try some kalms tonight to see if I...

Urgh it's 0230 and I can't sleep. Last night appears to have been a fluke helped with pain Meds. I've really got to sort out this insomnia. Any tips?

Thanks everyone. I am starting to notice changes now. I have a very skewed idea of what I look like and avoid mirrors but I'm starting to feel lighter and the tape measure was a great boost. Still a long way to go but I'm a third of the way there already. Hope everyone is having a good...

Well done you! Success is yours the way you're going. Keep it up.

Keep going hon. You'll get there. Both SW and WW can be done online, no meetings but they are expensive. I just love exante. Saves me a fortune. Watch out for fruit on low carb. Fructose can make cravings worse. You'll know what works best for you and with your determination I'm sure...

Dear SS. I used to feel like everyone was staring, especially when I ended up in the wheelchair but after a few trips out and the help of friends I soon realised people weren't staring, in fact being in the wheelchair I was quite often invisible, walked into or bumped with trolleys. The more...

Gooood morning everyone. Fantastic morning because I slept for the first time in over three weeks. Maybe the steak did help but did it affect my 3 week WI? I don't think so. Drum roll please ....... :talk017: 18st13.5lb :talk017: I'm absolutely thrilled. 6.5lb loss AND the next stone...

Thanks diet Ninja that's a lovely thing to say. You're almost half way in your own journey. Well done! well I had steak for dinner. I didn't eat the omelette. I felt full very quickly. That's another bonus of exante, your stomach shrinks. I don't feel any different to if I had a pack. It...

I'm so glad Alfie came home early and that the stress of the dresses is over. What a relief for you. Your losses are super and :wow: I can't wait to be in your BMI bracket, fantastic! update your signature and proudly tick off goal 3!

If you keep going with the same marvellous attitude you'll be shocked at how quickly the time will go and changes will happen. Stay strong and well done you for the cupcakes! Protein is def the best plan should you need it. I love the choc bars, they feel really indulgent. Have fun...

The plasterer just left. Bits too late to pick little man up. So I have to go another night without him. Carpets are up, nails in floorboards, it's a mess. Dust everywhere. At least I have an evening with hubby. Tree men had to take 3 trees down in the end. They pruned the others too...

C'mon 16's!!!!! You're doing great Jayne. How's your son doing?

It sounds like you have the perfect attitude for success SS! You go girl!

Almost through week 1 well done! I hope your son is ok. I'm glad you and your little one are getting through the cold. Well done for not going off the rails when you feel so crap. Sending you healing vibes :vibes:

Morning QB, cool pic of you and your friend. Did you know that singing helps some stroke victims recover? Depending upon the stroke some can actually sing even if they can't talk. Get those lyrics out and up the volume! I'm sorry she's so far away and hope she'll be home very soon. What...

Thank you Mere and Poppy, your posts have really helped, I tried to talk to my hubby this morning after he commented I'm looking exhausted but he'd just come off nights and I just lost it in an incoherent flood of tears. Not what he needs when he needs to go to bed. Oddly for a change instead...

Week 3 done tomorrow. So yet again zero sleep, and I mean zero. I can't go on like this. My Inlaws phoned yesterday and told me my son has started walking properly, not just a few steps, and I missed it because of these blasted adaptations. For the past four months I've filled in...

A PJ day probably did you the power of good Biz! I have to say I didn't think something as simple as painted nails could make me smile so much. I wish my fingernails were long enough. Have a good day x

Incredible loss SJB. Literally half the woman you were! Well done. :wow:

Homeward straight now Green, you're over half way and look how fast the first half went. You're amazing!

Oh Biz. Sending you a huge hug :bighug: you are in no way a failure. No one could possibly cope with all that pressure. even someone as bubbly and lovely as you are. If the Bride is happy to look elsewhere then why not let her. It would lighten your load considerably and you could spend...

You're doing so well Lesley! Loads of water will have helped you stave off headaches so that's brill. It's great to hear you so positive. You can so do this!

Keep going hon. Start of week two was a tough one for me too but by the end all the hunger and mad cravings vanished. Hang in there. It's just your body rebelling and getting used to burning fat stores. Get yourself a steamy novel out or a good horror. I've read so much more since being on...

Levels your review list QB. Some great tips there. It's odd how different our tastes are but I'm 100% with you on the blueberry smoothie. I Love the double chocolate bar if you get some. STS is a maintenance achievement after alcohol! I put on tons of fluid if I drink. You had fun and...

Wow SS congratulations that's a huge achievement well done! :clap: very proud of you :) youre smaller now than you were and that will continue just keep going. Small steps. Well done resisting lunch too. X

Hehe I hate feet and wouldn't normally have someone touch them but a big bonus these days is it doesn't bother me. I can also get my silly high wedged sandals out too and wear them yipppeee. I def couldn't have someone suck them. Eewwww. I've modified my signature to show my big goal of...

Isnt it annoying! I'm wide awake and feel empty but not hungry I don't think. I love your new profile pic! Well, I just got back from two hours of bliss. It wasn't just a facial but an eyebrow shape and pedicure! I felt so relaxed and tried to enjoy every minute. I'm so lucky to have such...

Stopping and s tarting is so hard isn't it. Maybe try 5/2 to maintain until the time is right for you to TS again. Just do what you can and it'll make a difference. Keep going MM x

Any adventures planned this weekend? How's Fife?

Here to subscribe QB. Love your photos! You're doing so well you'll be back there in no time.

Super loss Boo. Well done! :party0011:

Goodness I just don't see the same person in those pics. Thanks for posting them it's a real boost of inspiration. It's great you are starting to feel like yourself. Good luck for the running, I think it's a great idea and probably the cheapest exercise you can get. Has as your head caught...

Thanks GEG and QB. I'm still not sleeping though. I was doing hand washing at 1am! Anyone else struggling to sleep? I got up this morning and was so dizzy and short of breath. Maybe it's the antibiotics. Porridge and peppermint tea for breakfast. I'm wearing size 20 john rocha...

Thanks Mere! Well I'm alone in the house for the first time in what feels like forever so I thought I would continue with my closet adventure. My mission was to find my next goal item now I've cleared out all the stuff I won't wear, even if it fits. I was a size 30 starting this. To my...

Well done on finishing Day 1. You can so do this, it really does become routine with the bonus of great losses. Make a note of which packs you like and don't. I didn't with my first batch and ended up ordering more I didn't like. There's various tips to pick up which help. Shakes are like...

Oh Green what an awful position they put you in at work, not very supportive of them. Give yourself time and be gentle with yourself. You had a nice Evening with friends who really appreciated your efforts and that makes you a lovely person. As you say Next time you might cook meat and veg to...

I'm not a fan of the sausage mix. I love the shakes though. Some people blend them with ice and it makes them thick. I use a hand blender and 300ml water. You can also use them warm, just mix with off boiled water. I seem to be less hungry if I stick to shakes and porridge. I love the...

STS is good because it might just be your body rebalancing and it's good because you haven't put on! I hope your outing goes well. Try to enjoy the sights and sounds instead of thinking about everyone. They are usually too wrapped up in our daily lives to see others, I miss people I know...

Awe Mere, tell him he needs to practice on you to keep his skills fresh! I used to get bored with paid for massages so never bothered but I have to say a facial sounds lovely. No chance of hubby ever doing one. Plumber still here drilling holes in my wall outside. It's 7.36pm. I have...

Just had my last pack of the day. Red bean chilli. Very tastey. I'm only a litre of water down but I've had a pint of coffee. Not enough I know but I'm sure I can polish the bottle off tonight. Workmen have been going solidly since 9am and its nearly 6pm. I can't fault their work ethic...

its all protein poppy so it's all fine. Drink plenty and have some paracetamol should help you feel better. It's hard when you feel rough isn't it. This latest cold doing the rounds sucks. Keep going chuck. That coat is waiting!

:welcome: Lesley. You sound like you are ready to do this! I love this diet, it's not easy initially but I'm in week 3 and have even forgotten what day I'm on. I've a houseful of builders and temptations everywhere but honestly, when you get into ketosis temptations just don't bother as much...

That is a really lovely thing to say thank you. It's been tough but worth it. I can't believe I'm 4 stone down already and that's with a three month break. Get past the first week and just keep going slips and all. Slip with protein in particular and it won't be a problem. Time goes so...

Yeah Poppy, what a great start and boost. You're back on a roll, let's hope it's a steep descent. X

Day? I've lost count. Started with a shake, antibiotics and steroids for a chest infection. Yuk. Builders are here, chaos reigns. WI 19st1.5. I can't wait to see 18's in there! TOTM just started too. That accounts for the cravings two days ago! Have a great day all x

Don't beat yourself up about it. This diet is 90% about headspace and the secret to that is feeling positive or concentrating on positives to give you focus. Just think about your first week WI. If you slip just carry on. It will come off. You can do this and it does get easier. I'm in week...

That's great news Mere. It'll be worth the hassle. What are you going to spend it on? Another trip?

How's continuation going MM? If I eat two bars in a day and have a cup of coffee then any problem being bunged up vanishes. Or maybe try dulcolax? I know that works for some. Enjoy PJ day. How about a relaxing hot bath to get things moving? Have a good day. X

How's today going Green?

You're doing great Boofaloo. First week is toughest but you're making it work for you so you can def do this long term. Protein is your frien when you're out. Most restaurants will make an omelette or have salmon or other fish on the menus as well as chicken. You'll find something. Fab...

You're doing great Susie, have you got back to reality after your hols? What's next on the agenda?

Brussels sprouts? Wow, I never thought I would hear about someone craving those. I have a token two at Christmas. My mum used to boil them until they were yellow and as a kid I had to sit at the table until I had eaten them. Yuk. Good luck for your outing. Your are a strong woman and in...

Good to see you back and raring to go Poppy. Remember, first week done and youre sailing. The coat sounds fabulous and if it makes you smile what more incentive do you need. I found a fuschia pink raincoat in my closet yesterday which still has tags on. It's from lands end size 20 so that's...

Hols sound lovely except for the hurt leg bit. You sounded very good food wise! Well done in fitting in your 10s still ! They will be perfect fit again in no time. I don't think the waist would go around my thigh! Enjoy quizzing your grandsons.

Glad to hear your sons making progress. Well done you on getting back on track that's wonderful. I'm sure you will make great strides towards your holiday goal. X

76 days to go. Thanks Queen B and Susie. I hope to be in that dress by the christening in July. Might be tight though. Little man had fun at nursery. I can't get in due to access but his Nana was gutted he didn't even look back at her and went straight to the lady who runs it. I'm...

Yeah Poppy, great to see you back. Will catch up later, got to dash. Missed you around here! X

Thanks all. Great to see you again poppy. I hope your son is ok Jayne and I'm looking forward to catching up on holiday news Mere! Yesterday was crazy. I'm back at my house and the lifts in but stops half way. There's holes in the walls, flooring up, grit everywhere and the wet room hasn't...

77 Days to Christening (and work). Porridge start art on an awful rainy day. We have to travel this afternoon for a couple of hours. I don't really fancy being out in this. Diet wise I'm fine, just a bit flu like. Have a good day all.

I had my last shake but was feeling really dizzy and exhausted. I had 3 oven chips and some breaded cod, mostly cod. It's what my son had for dinner and we always sit together. He had peas too. I will just continue on. ah. Edited to say I know why I'm whoozy. TOTM is due in the next two...

Oh for some sunshine, it's flipping freezing here today. Hope you're having fun Mere x

Sorry to hear about your exam Green. Can you retake it? You must feel amazing in your Red skinnies! I'm so pleased for you, I love red.

Well done for keeping going Dimples. Power to you! It does get easier and it works. Look forward to week 1 WI. X

It sounds like you're off to a great start well done. Don't think of how far you have to go just celebrate that you're doing something about what you don't like. It takes 28days to form any new habit then you kind of forget to see this as a diet, more of a way of life with the bonus of getting...

So glad you booked in but so sorry to hear your Son is so poorly. Of course all your energy and thoughts are dealing with him. Just take care of yourself too so you have the strength to deal with everything. Happy Belated birthday. Thinking of you x

Keeping going after days off is the key. Did you find anything nice at the metro centre?

I just found this passage by a Dr about Ketogenic diets. I found it interesting. "The thing to remember about ketosis is that it takes a few weeks for the body to become "keto-adapted*" and switch to burning ketones for fuel once carbohydrate consumption is lowered. Also, carbohydrate...

This is me at the start of this journey. 23st6 This is the dress I love, last worn in 2010. 14st

78 days to go. I've decided to do my day counting as a countdown to the Christening to keep me on track. It feels better than trying to keep track of what day I'm on. I'm strange I know. If I'm really good I can lose about half a pound a day I know. That means I will be in the 16's by...

Don't worry SS, a pint of water weighs a pound, it'll be gone in no time. Have a great day x

Day 14/80 official Saturday WI and I'm 19st6. That's 6lbs this week and the last of the water weight. Hopefully now it'll be fat all the way. Week 3 is tough usually for me as I don't tend to lose week three while my body readjusts. There's a family christening at the same church and pub...

Thanks Queen. Wow Green, red jeans in such a tiny size. I can't wait to be where you are. Be very proud of yourself. I finished the day on sausage mix. I have to say I had to put some cheese on to make it palatable. Not one I will be repeating. Little man is in bed so maybe I will take...

By lunchtime I have been so cold today so I had the pot meal Indian Daal with rice and lentils. It was pretty good and very convenient. A hot peppermint tea too and I'm feeling toasty again. I thought i would would have a look through the fashion world catalogue for the first time in ages...

Thanks Queen B, good to see you on the journey. It feels great to be making pr ogress doesn't it. Good luck. Day 13/80. Strawberry shake for breaky then a cycle out for half an hour to walk the dog. I'm full of yet another cold which has had me coughing and sneezing loads. I actually moved...

:welcome: Dimples. Good luck on your journey. This is a great place for support. The first few days are the worst but the first week WI is a real boost. You can do this!

:welcome: Helen. Stay true the first week and it does get easier. Your tastes might change so try the beef again later on. We got a mixed box of one of each pack, except soups, just to try and some are nice. I'm a bar and shakes girl myself. Good luck on your journey, diaries are a great...

Happy Birthday! What a fun way to spend the day. It must've felt amazing to slip easily into all the ride seats with no worries. I look forward to being in the same position. You're quite the inspiration!

Wow 3lb, super loss SS. It sounds like you're getting really into good habits. It's interesting about the coconut oil. The secret with any diet is to do what's right for you to be able to stick to it and continue losing. I love your inventive recipe :) I love peppermint tea and used to...

Hard to believe we are almost two weeks in after the battles of the first week eh MM! I do find week 3 is a danger for me too as I start craving. I'm going to keep as positive as possible and just keep going. We can both do this if we tug each other along. I hope today was a good one. X

Finished the day with a banana shake. I did have some cheese omelette but that's because I was eating with my 15month old baby son who's learning to use utensils and managing too. I didn't have the veg he did though just in case. I'm a proud mum too. Our first day alone for a week and...

Day 12/80. Porridge and choc bar so far. Too much coffee so I have sweet cravings. Not enough water again, too busy with little man. No excuse really I just forget. Still in control though. Scales said 19st8 (Thurs) still so I guess my water weight has gone and the food cravings are because...

thats why I love this forum! It make me feel less weird and more able to understand why I do things. X

:welcome: keep going you're doing great. The first week is tough but it feels good to be in control again once you're through it. What's your tattoo and dress like?

Hi Serial, how did your WI go? Your hot choc sounds delicious. I tried the choc pud today expecting something gooey and I got cake. Maybe I overcooked it. I have Exante choc mint hot sometimes and love that. Hope you're doing okay.

Yeay :party0011: I knew you would do it, you're so amazing at this. It won't be long before you're at goal, you go girl! :clap:

Well done for resisting the buffet. I don't think you should see it as a restart after the course, it sounds like you're totally in control, it'll just be a continuation. Feels good to be in control doesn't it! It's super you're feeling the effects already. I'm 4 stone down almost and I...

Miss you Jayne.

Fantastically consistent losses Susie. Have a great time on hols, see you when you get back. You're strong enough to keep in the lower 13's and look forward to 12's very soon.

11/80 Porridge, peanut bar and choc pud today. Not nearly enough water but I daren't drink much in the hairdressers as it took soooo long. I love the highlights. I was worried I would look like I had a pigeon attack me or psycadelic stripes but it's super. Much lighter and really subtle...

Thanks guys, day 11/80. Feeling a bit better this morning but my nose is running like a tap. Porridge for breakfast. I'm starting to notice the smell of food really strongly now. But, smelling a food is almost as good as eating it. If you block your nose you can't taste anything right...

10/80 Well, 100% day done. I felt dreadful this morning (medication withdraw,) but managed to spend the afternoon clearing up the living room and mopping floors after the workmen had been. Plenty of exercise done and I didn't even leave the house. I had ham and mushroom pasta soup for...

You're doing great GEG. Protein snacks get us all through. You're so amazing for getting this far. I'm excited for tomorrow's WI for you. I'm sure that half way point is a given. Have a great evening.

Have fun at the metro centre looking at all those gorgeous clothes your slinky self will be wearing. Food wise you know what you need to do so good luck, I'm sure you'll master it. I'm feeling a bit like the initial energy buzz has gone but I guess it's just my body trying to get used to...

Thanks SS and Jael for your posts. I'm actually 3 months post op on 21 April. Doesn't time fly! That's one of the reasons I waited a bit to restart but I didn't know it was actually in the rules so thanks for that. I'm sure you're right about it being my body adjusting to ketosis. Once I'm...

Thanks GEG. I've no idea what I'm burning on the cycle. I usually manage 2 miles no problem but it was really hard work today. I've never had to turn back before, even when heavier. Weird. Ive had my dinner, curry, yum. I'm almost through 2 litres of water and I've had 3 mugs of hot...

9/80 urggghhhh, I've just come back from my cycle and had to quit half way through I felt so weak. I've had no problem at all the last few days. I feel so drained. I've settled on the sofa for a couple of glasses of water and a bit of TV. I'm really worried about going out again with the dog...

Day 9/80 so here I am sitting at the kitchen table waiting for work to call to discuss return dates. I hate phone interviews. I've also workmen in taking the woodburner out. It's taken me four years (since we bought the house) to find someone to sweep it because it turns out it's been badly...

Super post GEG. How exciting you are nearly at your half way point. It's exciting and inspiring for me to read I may be a size sixteen when I get to the 13's as we are the same height. Drink loads of water on your study leave to stop you reaching for snacks. You've been amazingly strong, you...

It sounds like you were sensible on your meal out. I'm sure the ice cream won't have impacted as long as you carry on with your plan. I used to go so off the rails with icecream. Have a a lovely time in Norfolk. X

First week is Tough but you got through it and now it's onwards and downwards! :clap:

Actually I loath shopping especially supermarket which is why it was so super to get the delivery. I wish they wouldn't do offers and would just reduce prices overall. It's exhausting tring to find the best bargain.

Quite the achievement! I found out that we can register for them to take the bins out for us. Just contact the council. My collection chap Jason told me after I went to get it while he was there. Have a a good week, you're almost at the magic 10%. Well done you!

Day 9/80 Thanks Susie. Well done on the spring clean. i even painted the garden bench yesterday and was half way done with the rails on the path when hailstones hit. My paintwork looks like it's got blue measles. I'm feeling a bit lost today. Because of the work in the house it's been...

Thanks Miss Mac. I'm doing WI too but not on my normal scales. 8lb this week, could be more but I'm happy with that figure. The scales are a bit inaccurate as the figure goes up and down and doesn't settle so I take the highest figure I see. I've no tape measure with me. When I get home I...

How's today GEG?

Whoohoo MM, fantastic news, well done :party0011:

Day8/80. Porridge for breakfast, peanut bar for lunch. Cycled 2 miles with the dog then spent two hours on the phone with the phone company getting packages renegotiated and line checked. Our broadband is sooooo slow. Just having a cuppa then I'm repainting outside bench and a few odds...

I know what you mean about stopping and starting. Before we know it months go by when we could have been getting slimmer. I think the trick really is to just keep going even if there are lapses. Sheridan was amazing at that. Your first week is almost over well done for riding out...

Day 7/80 WI 19st12. That's 8lb down. I'm pleased with that. It's a rainy day so I'm starting with porridge. My Inlaws arrive again this afternoon and hubby goes to work. Adaptations are going but costs are spiralling due to unforeseen problems. Ho hum. it feels great to be in the...

Hope all is well Jayne. X

Amazing weight loss! You deserve to feel fabulous, you'll hardly recognise yourself in holiday photos. Have a fabulous time. I hope to be where you are eventually. Anywhere in the 11's will do me! Congratulations.

Oh it didn't even occur to me I might have hay fever, my eyes are streaming and I'm sneezing lots, I thought it might be residual from the cold but lingering. It's been dreadful today. Thanks for the herbal recommendation Mere! Your loss is super Susie, I'm sure you will get to your target...

Enjoy your holiday Mere. I'm sure you'll have no problem staying your slim self and if you do put on any you'll shift it again in no time. It looks like our good weather is over for a while here so enjoy the sunshine. X

The week is almost over MM I'm sure lack of hunger means you're getting in the swing now. Good to hear as you're amazing at this when you get going. Have a lovely lie in tomorrow. X

6/80. It has been lovely but the weathers turning. We Sat outside with a cup of tea and peanut bar for lunch. Had a ride on a mini steam train then went around Etal castle. On the way back we got some bedding plants which I've stuck in and now little man is just watching in the night garden...

Day 6/80. Porridge start to the day. We are off out for a family day to a place called Etal. Just me, hubby,little man and labrador. These can be tempting days but im in the zone now and hope to continue. Disturbed night with bubs and his cold but feeling good with the diet. Have a good day.

Today has been a vanilla shake, cookie bar and beef & black bean . Had a great day. Hoovered downstairs and mopped all the floors. Little man helped (15 months old and can wield a mop!) then we had fun in the garden. Hubby arrived 3 ish then we went for a walk/cycle. Just watching foyles...

Day 5/80. Another glorious sunny day and a sneaky WI shows I'm back to 19st12 down from 20st6 yippee :party0011: shake for breaky, I can't stop smiling, feel really good and I've even stopped a painkiller. I slept well too. Have a super day everyone!

Yeay well done you! :party0011: you had a mega loss last week so this week is fantastic too, almost half a stone in two weeks and you've been at this for weeks, you're doing amazingly. Congrats on getting to the next BMI bracket, it must feel amazing.

Thanks Susie. The lift company have been great, they started Monday and first fix should have taken two days but my house threw up some unexpected issues. The lift itself goes in next Friday if the buildings inspector okays the work. Now all I need is a wall moved, wet room built and hard...

That's great news Mere. All that exercise is paying off. Well done you! Enjoy that walk on cloud nine of compliments, you so deserve them.

Wow, what make are those? How did today go?

Had a super day. Little man was worn out. Up at 7, slept 11-3 then went down again at 7.30. I guess I'm managing to wear him out and I had a great time. I got a bit dizzy blowing bubbles though,I'm hadn't done that since I was a kid but got a great pack of 3 from sainsburys for a couple of...

wow I can completely relate to this. I've been going to bed at 8pm when my son does but I actually stayed up until midnight last night and woke up bright at 7. I might actually stay awake long enough to watch a film with hubby who comes home tomorrow. Well done you for staying on track...

How're you doing Susie? Did you have a good night out? Is it next week you're in Norfolk? hope you're having a great time if you're there now.

Day 4/80. I know what you mean SS :) They just delivered and it was so worth a pound. Perfectly done and I got it all put away while my son is sleeping. Fantastic. Now I'm chilling with my second shake of the day. I find my food bill drops significantly and I save loads on exante. I'm...

Ooo I don't know will try. Thanks MM

I think I actually saved money Mere! It was certainly less tempting to buy things I shouldn't. Oh rats, I forgot to get tissues, flipping head cold. Have a great night. X

How ya doing Jayne, hope all is well xxx

We can do this MM. I'm going to try Carries ice tip too. I hope you made it through today. Let's get a week done then you'll remember how you stuck so true last time. It's just getting into it that's the trick. Smaller time frame lame in your head should help. I panicked when I saw how...

I think if I stick to shakes only for the first few days it's easier. I definitely feel more hungry when I have meals and bars. Maybe it's because I mix with 300ml water and they satisfy any sweet cravings. Coffee also makes me hungrier but I'm not going without at least a cup a day. Im...

Had a lovely day, not stressed but I am feeling hungry and tempted now. Time for dinner I guess. Lots of water drunk.

Super start to the day, we didn't get up until 8. Four Friends came around (with biscuits) at 10.30 and have just left after 2 lovely chatty hours. Not a single biccy passed my lips! I am having a bit of milk in my coffee at the moment as its too strong for me but little man is down for a...

Hehe, tidy cupboard, tidy mind! I did mine today too, (see you are an inspiration in more ways than one) although I drew the line at painting it. Everything's neat on shelves and my dyson fits in it again so I don't have to have it hanging around the kitchen. I do wish I had hot tub time in...

Oooo dig that bag of clothes out and have a look, how exciting! You'll be in them before you know it. You go girl :party0011:

I'm on week 1 again after a break too. We can do this MM. Well done on sticking to it and drinking lots. You are thinner now than you were this morning!

Good evening, how're you doing?

Another day done 100%. Shake, cookie bar and spag Bol. I'm up on my fluid intake too which is great. My father in law has been brill helping sort things out, wash windows, garden, sort shed etc. my cold seems to be abating too. I have coffee with friends in the morning then another...

Oooh a long lost cupboard.... it'll be like Christmas, unless it's like my understairs cupboard where even spiders fear to tread it's so cluttered. Have fun! I'm off for a luxury steamy shower with raspberry cream sole source shower gel. Bubs is with his grandparents.

You really are doing great GEG. I find your loss table very inspirational, my signature won't let me put one in though (run out of space) I'm using a photo of me at 14st as inspiration. I haven't got one of me any lower. I cringe to see my photos in October at my son's christening at my...

Well done for reaching the zone again. Hope to be there tomorrow. What are your new goals? Your next BMI bracket is a good one now you're under 40. Here's to a 100% day!

I love hearing about your hols Mere. You definitely have to pack light but then again I always seem to wear the same couple of outfits on hols esp if there is a washer. Silky summer dresses will weigh nothing for you ! Hope Fife was fun and you have a great week.

One perfect week and it'll be plain sailing again. Yesterday went well. Choc mint shake, choc bar then sweet and sour noodles. I usually stick to shakes week 1 but as I'm away I've a weeks worth of stuff in a carrier bag so have been doing lucky dip. Head cold will go, at least I know...

Urgh, I have such a headcold which came on overnight. I even put my toddlers shoes on the wrong feet this morning. Choc mint shake for breakfast and black coffee. Everyones out at church, even my little man. I'm trying to set up the TV so my father in law can watch football. I hope...

How did today go Jayne?

Thanks susie, yes Jayne c'mon lets go!!!! Day 1 TS shakes only and black coffee so far, I've just settled down with a glass of sparkling water. I'm making a delicious dinner for my inlaws and son so temptation is strong but I'm stronger! The past two days I've handcycle two miles each day...

Sorry to hear the Lurgy has you all again. Hope the sunshine brings health and more smiles than sneezes. Shame about the elopement. As a compromise why don't you tell them where and when you are getting married and if they want to go then it's up to them to sort out. I wish we had done the...

:party0011: what a loss! I haven't even considered taking things in to be altered instead of buying new, what a great idea. Revel in the lovely surprised comments and look forward to many more, you're an amazing inspiration. Have a great week.

How did your weekend go Sheridan? I hope the party was fun. Are you into the swing of things again now? Have a great week and enjoy the sunshine. X

I found this. One to keep in mind!

2lb loss is super Susie well done. I think you're learning valuable skills for long term maintenance while on WS. Have a great week.

I think you did really well maintaining for two weeks. I don't think it will have done you any harm to have had a break especially since you've been so amazingly focussed for so long. stay strong and get back on track as quick as you can and it will be dropping away in no time. You need a...

Goodness Mere you are the exercise queen well done. Being fit and toned is much more important than just weight numbers. Muscle weighs 3 times more than fat. Have an amazing time in Kos. Post a pic! Have a great week x

Phew, bumpy start. IVe kind of mixed packs and food but from tomorrow I'm back on packs TS. I've had a lovely two days off with my hubby. Coffee and cake on a sunny day out did happen. My cupboards are now fairly sorted and hubby said he's restarting next week too which is great. I'm...

Good evening All. Well after a couple of meals with friends out and rather a lot of beer on Saturday night plus overeating carbs and choc as a reaction to my in laws upsetting me my packs begin tomorrow! I'm off up to friends but I keep putting starting off because of events or situations and...

Fantastic! I'm so pleased for you, the 13's already. No stopping you now! :party0011:

Well done for getting back into the swing Jayne, you're doing so well. Slinky summer here we come!

How's everyone doing JJ? I hope the colds are going. You are so close to goal, you can do it! Easter is a distant memory, well done for getting back on track. Have a great week xxx

Wow Mere you are the exercise queen! So the way to burn fat is to go fast and furious for shorter periods is it? Dashing after my little boy must be where my hip inch went :) I've taped a program about fat so will watch it when I get chance. Youre doing great and I'm sure many more...

Well done on the loss Sisie, look at you in the 13's! It sounds like Fitbit has started quite the competition going. It's been wonderful weather for long doggy walks, enjoy! I can't wait to get my handcycle out next week. Have a good week x

Monsoon has some lovely things in. Where do you like clothes wise? Size 12 whoohoo you go for it girl!

Thanks all of you for being so supportive. Today has been a lovely day spent with a good friend. I'm drinking sparkling water as I actually just prefer it now. I'm sure no alcohol has really helped me maintain. Tomorrow I have a leaving party starting at one in the afternoon then dinner out...

Great to see you back Sheridan! Congratulations on getting the dissertation done. You really are looking super. I hope you kick your infection soon. The sunshine is here, get those slinky sundresses out!

Goodness has it been a whole week. I'm so sorry for not booking in. I hope everyone had a good Easter. My husband worked but I went to friends in Northumberland with my son and outlaws. I drove the two hours up the A1. It's quite an achievement for me as I use hand controls and still tire...

Love the dress MM, you're looking good. All the courses you have must make it hard but you have a plan to make good choices so just think of it as practice for a lifetime of slenderness once you get to your goal. Which you will!

Hi Poppy, I've missed you. I'm totally off track but I know if I don't keep on here I will go waaaay off and undo all my good work. How did the wedding go? Remember its your diary so it should be somewhere you can offload anything negative as well as positive. It might help you and help...

Oh your weekend sounded lovely Mere. They say you should breakfast like a king and I think it was a pretty healthy one You had. I'm so pleased you hit the 9's again. It's Hard to believe I have a whole one of you extra on my body but it certainly makes me focus! Wheres your next jaunt away...

eloping? Oh how lovely, I wish we had. Quite a goal for you, you've done so well I'm sure you'll get to goal. We are the same height so I'm willing you on! I get so cold on the diet, my baby lets me know when my hands are chilly too. I got a lovely cuddly fleece in the next sale to snuggle up...

Well done on the way you handled being away. You made really good choices so I'm sure that 2lb will be yours. You're almost below BMI of 30. How exciting! You're doing so well. Have a great Easter x

Gosh Jayne it's dropping away, 3 stone already! Roll on the next BMI bracket. You really are doing so well. Have a great Easter x

I'm glad you enjoyed your Thai night out with your friend Susie. Did she comment on your short hair? Keeping going on WS is a really good idea to keep the losses coming. Feeling TS is half the battle I think. I'm hoping my focus will come back very soon. I've bought two boxes of the pot...

Thanks everyone for being there. Your support and empathy helps more than you could know. I've been tracking in a pocket diary when I have a good day and bad so I can see at a glance what the trigger is and every time it appears to be family. I compared it to other diaries from diets passed...

Hi everyone. This is the first moment I've had to myself. Little man is in bed and the outlaws have gone. I've been emotional eating since my sister was here. She really upset me when I made the mistake of trying to talk to her about what's been happening and that I'd found builders and...

Glad to hear you're feeling better Jayne. You're almost in the next BMI bracket. Fantastic losses. I hope the random cravings go away. I like the idea of writing them down to have at goal. It takes the pressure off. Have a great week. X

How's your daughter doing G? I think your losses have been amazing, you've been well controlled so I'm sure losses will continue after your metabolisms been boosted as they say. I hope the trip away helps.

Have you found your trigger for IBS yet MM? I gave my boy avocado the other day and had a spoonful. BiG mistake, I was bent double for about 3 hours. I didn't think such a small amount could trigger it but it did. Head space is most of the battle getting back on track. I'm struggling too...

Wow JJ look at you in the 12's!!! :clap: well done, I bet it feels amazing. You go girl!

Well done on setting the laptop up and also with the diet! I'm sure you'll reach your target this month. Roll on 13's!

9 something will happen for you again Mere but in the meantime don't forget how far you've come and youve stayed there! Youre amazing. Enjoy your week x

Thinking of you Sheridan xxx

Hi all, it's been bedlam but finally I have a day with just us. My sister arrived for a couple of nights tomorrow which is great. In laws come again fri morning. I'm exhausted trying to sort builders and stuff out. I tried to WI this morning I it said 20s2 which isn't bad. I've a circular...

Hi susie. Last WI was 22 feb. I'm pretty sure I'm back up into the twenties. I'm feeling it too. Really bloated and grotty. To be honest I can only blame myself but it's just taken some pressure off me not being on the diet while in laws are here five days a week. My son has been refusing...

Hope you have a great weekend Mere. How lovely to have two treats to look forward to. Enjoy!

As a Mother's Day treat I got a lie in until 10 and then I had a blissful shower. Our plans to go out resulted in Bubs going for a nap at midday until 3pm, me doing housework and hubby going to sainsburys to get nappies and bringing back cheesecake and other things we shouldn't be eating...

Four weeks, I could shift a stone which is another 2". That certainly Spurs me on. I might be back at work by May and would really like to be less than 19st by then. I have Mother's Day just to ourselves, me, hubby and our son. Bliss x

It's great to hear you're finally starting to actually feel the loss. You are in normal shop sizes now ! Well done you :clap: i can't wait until I'm below 15st. It's when I started to feel like I didn't stick out in a crowd for being the biggest. Unfortunately my head didn't catch up and I put...

Hope you have a good weekend susie. We like the pot meals for work but I still don't find them as filling as shakes. You're doing great getting back on track.