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03/16/09 Another weekend at the lake with food and drink. Went for a couple mile walk with the dog and Pat, me and Buddy went for 30 min walks 3 times this past week. Did a yoga dvd, too earlier in the week. The scale did not move in the down direction, though. I'm hoping to add some time on the eliptical this week.

Hope you all have a good week.

J

03/08/09

Just got back from a 45 min walk with Buddy. Pat & I went last night for a 30 min walk, too. I have been doing well the last couple of days on the food front. Have errands to do today....hope to find a good yoga dvd. I thought I would start with that. Went shopping with Kelly yesterday. Those dressing room lights show no mercy. Hope your weekend is going good and have a good week!

J

03/02/09 Hi,

I did terrible on the food front this weekend. We went to the lake....ate, drank, not much activity except when walking Buddy. I hope the week goes better. As soon as this weather breaks, Buddy & I will be walking every night. I have a summer vacation coming in May....need to look better!

J

Ps. I think Kaci may be out of the hospital today or tomorrow? I would love to get together....maybe pay the Kaufmans a visit when she gets home and settled.

12/30/09

Hi, Was just thinking that we all need to get together. How about when Kaci gets out of the hospital and has some of her strength back we gather over here for dinner and games? I think we could all use a little girl time. Kelly and Kaci should definitely be included. Judy, I have some free passes to the gym where Melody and I belong. What do you think of doing a class with us then going out for coffee some Saturday? I know it's kind of far but they have showers and you could plan it around a visit to your parents.

Hope everyone has a good week.

R 2/28 12:30 pm

Hey girls,

It's been a long week here as well. They usually are as I don't feel there is enough of me to go around. College was a lot of work and I felt the same way, but at least I shined in one area of my life... The boys spend less and less time with me, my house and yard need serious cleaning and TLC, blah, blah, blah. It's my understanding that our everyday stress can lead to sugar/starch cravings because we lack serotonin (the chemical that creates feelings of happiness and well being). I did a little research on Dr. Oz's website and he recommends the supplement 5HTP. I'm intrigued but currently take so many vitamins that swallowing one more pill does not seem appealing.

Melody, sometimes I take psyllium fiber pills in the evening and that seems to help stave off hunger. They're not a laxative, just plain fiber. I don't remember exactly what I ate yesterday, but it was all healthy. Oh Yeah! Judy and I had a delicious healthy salmon/veggie bowl from Crazy bowl and wraps.

So far today:

breakfast: oatmeal w/ nuts and maple syrup snack: banana & carrots lunch: lentl, veggie and tuna salad (great recipe from Dr. Oz, let me know if you want a copy)

I'm going to make sure I get more water in today and have a well balanced dinner.

Robin

2/27 - 5:07 pm Hi guys,

How is your week? Are you as tired as I am?

I do really well for most of the day - but when I am tired I am soooo hungry! All I want is chocolate or ice cream. I don't keep it in the house but then I scavenge for anything sweet. Any ideas how to combat that?

So far today:

Breakfast - oatmeal Snack - string cheese Lunch - Salad with beef, cheese, and sunflower seeds; applesauce Snack - popcorn Snack- cashews and pretzels with hummus Dinner - to come!

Water - not enough!

Can you tell I get really hungry in the afternoon and evening? How about you?

Judy, What exercise are you getting in? Do you get to do any walking?

Melody

2/26 7:05 pm

Hi girls,

I did pretty good today, oatmeal for breakfast, fruit and nuts for a snack, a chicken salad w/ extra veggies from Qdoba for lunch and pasta with shrimp, spinach and broccoli for dinner (not many noodles and the healthy kind). However, as you both know, I was traveling this week, went on a date with a charming man who forced me to eat Mexican food, drink margarita's and beer then had the nerve to take me to lunch the next day to a thai restaurant where they served me a huge plate of pad thai (I saved half for dinner - would've eaten the entire plate but didn't want to scare him). Yikes! I had intended to go to the gym when I got home but wanted to spend time with my little Adam who has been sleeping in his bed since 6p.m., oh well. I need to clean up the kitchen and put things away, think I'll do a workout video and walk Daisy instead.

I think as long as we are keeping track of our food intake, we shoud be conscious of our water intake too. It's key to losing inches and staying healthy.

Be well,

Robin

2/24 7:54pm

Hi Ladies,

Well I did pretty good today on the food, until dinner, I had fiber one cereal for breakfast, 4 pretzel rods & soup for lunch, and then Pat made huge sandwiches with bread from the hill. Also cooked spinach. And a oatmeal raisin cookie. I am making my food consumption confessions! Since you two are such workout guru's, I'm going to have to come up with an excercise plan. You may need to help me!

Writing all the food you eat (food diary) really makes you think of what is eaten. I hope you don't mind if I use this space as my food diary. It may help me realize what I need to do to lose some weight.

Til tomorrow! J

2/24 - 2:30

Hi,

I am sorry I missed you too. I went a little early and ran for 15 minutes. Then I did Georgette's class - it was good. I did okay for dinner, but then ate a peice of garlic bread,

I have done pretty well today. I was talking to some girls from school who are working with June and I am interested in talking to her about a diet plan. Maybe we could do that with her.

I am going to try and do a similar workout this afternoon.

Have a great night!!!

2/23/03 8pm Sorry I missed you!!! Had to pack but did about 30 mn. of core work with a video. I won't be able to log in tomorrow will walk with Daisy in the morning and plan on doing a little cardio and weights before my date with Brad! We're going to a mardi-gras party at some restaurant/bar. Hopefully, something healthy will be on the menu!

How was class? Did you eat a well balanced dinner? Let me know via this page or phone call. I truly care about supporting you in reaching your goals!

2/23/09

I'm in! I'd like to get in the habit of keeping track of what I eat and drink on a daily basis. Not just to keep weight down - but to make sure I'm eating a well balanced diet and getting plenty of water.

Luv ya, Robin

2/23/08

Hi guys,

Robin and I thought that we could have a place to be diet buddies. It is best to write from the top and date it so that we can keep it organized.

Melody