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Women with 100+ to lose - WE CAN DO IT

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I'm new and need some help!

puzzeled

Posted at: 6:44 pm on April 26, 2009

Last Post By: puzzeled @ 6:44 pm on Apr 26, 2009

New and need support

mzwahl51

Posted at: 10:01 am on January 25, 2008 1 Replies - View Thread

Last Post By: carri72 @ 11:01 pm on Jan 29, 2008

New and Friends

mellowemi

Posted at: 1:09 am on September 15, 2007 9 Replies - View Thread

Last Post By: angela2264 @ 10:01 pm on Jan 06, 2008

leecushing

Posted at: 2:09 pm September 16, 2007

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This group hasn't been very active lately. Be patient. Their are a bunch of people on this site. I split my time between here and sparkpeople.com There are lots of people on these sites that are in the same boat as we are. Wanting to get healthy and lose weight. We can do it.

missypooh1
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Posted at: 1:09 pm September 18, 2007

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Hi Mellowemi, it is true, we haven't been too active here, but am hoping that we will pick up where we left off. I miss all of the regulars who were posting.

I know about needing to lose the weight but not being very motivated. I find it so easy to get take out when I am tired after working or when it was so hot. Now that it is cooler, maybe I'll start cooking properly.

I took a test on a website that calculates you body age by what you answer on your lifestyle. I found out that my age is almost 10 years older than what I actually am!!! That hurt...time to do something about it.

AnnaMillvi
lle

Posted at: 1:09 pm September 20, 2007

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Hi, I also was looking for a little more give and take. I just get on the site and read other people's blogs etc. I have asked a few questions, but other than the person that I guess has to answer questions, no one responds to be a buddy or anything. I hope this site picks up and it will if we just start writing back and forth and help each other.

missypooh1
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Posted at: 4:09 pm September 22, 2007

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Hi Anna, I am hoping that this site will pick up. At one time it was very active but now it is very quiet. I really miss talking to everyone who used to post. Hope they will come back.

4runner

Posted at: 10:09 pm September 22, 2007

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I'm back...and will gladly engage in any conversation. I've been very busy with school, work, my husband's health, etc. crazy hours..living on 5 hours of sleep, drinking a lot of coffee and eating lots of granola, pumpkin muffins, and other sweet stuff to keep going. Has anyone lost weight and if so how much? I only managed 5 pounds since joining..ehh

mom in
need

Posted at: 11:12 am December 10, 2007

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Hello to everyone here! Just joined and I'm so excited to get started with my diet. My goal is to lose 100lbs by June 3,2008 That is my 17yr anniversary. That will be my present to my husband wink wink. Well my plans for today are christmas shopping (that is some exercise). Grocery shopping to plan for my meals this week Yum:) And of course to exercise. Well have to go get those great sales. Have a great day all.

sandy2138

Posted at: 11:01 am January 06, 2008

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Hi everyone - Happy New Year! I feel like a cliche, starting a new diet, joining a new group, as we start a new year. But this year is different for me - I weigh more than I ever have (245 currently), am close to tipping over the edge into diabetes and high blood pressure (but not there yet), and am so out of condition that I've cracked a rib just turning over in bed. So I'm motivated, and am looking forward to sharing experiences and support and even challenges with others on this board. Let's make 2008 GREAT! Sandy

angela2264

Posted at: 10:01 pm January 06, 2008

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One other thing, Sandy and Mom in Need, if you haven't joined the upcoming Weight Loss Challenge be sure to do so, it starts tomorrow. That would be a great way to get a jump start. Angela

angela2264

Posted at: 10:01 pm January 06, 2008

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Hi Sandy, I'm Angela. I am also new to this group and to diet.com. I am 5'2" and 240, so I know how you feel. I pulled an achilles tendon stepping out of the car a few months ago. So, here's the thing, this group doesn't seem to be very active. I started up a new group "New and want to be active?". You can find it if you select "newest groups" and search. If you find that you aren't getting a lot of feedback here, come and join my group. Oh, Mom in Need, if you are still checking back here, please come join us too. We have a small goup but all of us that are in it are active online now. Looking forward to getting to know you. Angela

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Greetings and Salutations

lgoodwill

Posted at: 6:10 pm on October 09, 2007 1 Replies - View Thread

Last Post By: missypooh15 @ 1:10 pm on Oct 22, 2007

missypooh1
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Posted at: 2:08 am on August 29, 2007 3 Replies - View Thread

Last Post By: missypooh15 @ 1:09 pm on Sep 18, 2007

4runner

Posted at: 9:08 pm August 31, 2007

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Hi there...

Yeah, this group is not very active. I've been posting and reading other people's struggles on livejournal, it's a great site. Have a nice Labor Day weekend :-)

leecushing

Posted at: 10:09 pm September 03, 2007

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I've been on sparkpeople.com They are probably too active over there but their are a lot of inspiring things to read. It's free. But yes I've been really busy this summer. Too much to do and not enough time to do everything in. How have you guys done over the summer?

missypooh1
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Posted at: 1:09 pm September 18, 2007

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Wow finally I have a minute to write. I have been busy with getting my son enrolled in high school (what a rediculous hassle that was), and dealing with my daughters birthday AND not having any internet for a while.

I have been good over the summer, wish it still was summer. It is so cold now, rainy weather. How is everyone else?

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Disgusted

missypooh1
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Posted at: 11:07 pm on July 10, 2007 10 Replies - View Thread

Last Post By: leecushing @ 2:09 pm on Sep 16, 2007

4runner

Posted at: 12:07 pm July 15, 2007

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Ha, ha...that's a very funny story, but so very true. It happened to me as well about 4 weeks ago as I was going through my closet to dig out summer clothes and was horrified that I couldn't fit in!! I went on the Atkins diet -not the drastic one, but limited carbs and lost 5 pounds...well I guess it's not much, but I feel better already.

missypooh1
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Posted at: 12:07 am July 16, 2007

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Has anyone been to Weight Watchers? I have been seeing their commercials alot lately and have been wondering if they are any good.

4runner

Posted at: 4:07 pm July 22, 2007

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My co-worker lost 50 pounds since joining Weight Watchers, but the portions they're allowed to eat are miniscule. I mean really, really small. If you don't have a problem with portion control then this might work for you. Good luck!

missypooh1
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Posted at: 1:07 pm July 23, 2007

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Ha, that is where my troubles lie, protion control. Maybe it isn't for me after all.

4runner

Posted at: 8:07 pm July 28, 2007

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My major culprit is portion control as well, WW is definitely not an option, do you binge? There's a good book that just came out "Shrink Yourself" about how stress triggers emotional eating and how to change our habits. I haven't read it yet but I hear it's good.

leecushing

Posted at: 10:07 pm July 29, 2007

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Portion control can help. I went to another free site - sparkpeople.com and they gave me a calorie range to stay in, which is larger than what my doctor had said. Maybe that would give you an idea of how many calories you can have a day and still lose weight. I would like to lose 1 lb a week. Sometimes I've lost more but that would be a plus. Just checking in online can help. Both these sites can help us reach our goals. Moderation in all things is the hardest for me. We only need one step at a time in the direction we want to go.

lvaldean

Posted at: 9:07 am July 30, 2007

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Using the menu planner on this site has helped me lose 22 lbs thus far. Cutting unnessary snacks or switching to something healthier also works. One of the best things I have done is using a combination of meal planning, pre-packaged meals for when I am on the run, and keeping lots of fruits and veggies in the house to snack on.

Those views of ourselves in the mirror are hard to take aren't they.

missypooh1
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Posted at: 3:08 pm August 07, 2007

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Hi everyone. Thanks for the great tips. I know I have to learn to control what I eat and how much. I can be fine, eat regular portions and be satisfied, but some days, look out. I will eat everything under the sun and still be looking for more.

mellowemi

Posted at: 1:09 am September 15, 2007

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i have the same problem. every time i start a diet i am good for a few days then i end up eating cake or something that i shouldn't. my sister goes on and off of WW all the time. she loses quite a bit but then gains it back when she starts eating larger portions again. WW is really for people who do not mind eating tons of veggies and then very tiny portions of other foods like meat or bread. when i was on WW a few years ago, the only way i could stay on the diet was if i ate the exact same thing every day. and that, of course became very boring! so i am trying to just eat high fiber foods to keep me from becomming toooooooooo hungry.

leecushing

Posted at: 2:09 pm September 16, 2007

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Tracking your food portion and counting calories is probably the way to go. I've started losing weight, eating healthy good tasting foods. I can't stay on anything that taste like I'm eating cardboard.

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Just found this group

lvaldean

Posted at: 9:07 am on July 30, 2007 1 Replies - View Thread

Last Post By: missypooh15 @ 3:08 pm on Aug 07, 2007

Hello Everyone!

gwynnat

Posted at: 1:07 am on July 20, 2007 2 Replies - View Thread

Last Post By: leecushing @ 10:07 pm on Jul 29, 2007

missypooh1
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Posted at: 1:07 pm July 22, 2007

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Hi and welcome to our group. I will gladly talk to anyone about our weight loss issues. This week is kind of busy for me so I may not be back on line until next week. So until then, keep faith and think positive.

leecushing

Posted at: 10:07 pm July 29, 2007

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Welcome to the group. Sorry, I've not been checking the group for a while, just blogging sometimes. Hope you're both doing great.

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summer

leecushing

Posted at: 8:06 am on June 27, 2007 1 Replies - View Thread

Last Post By: missypooh15 @ 10:06 pm on Jun 28, 2007

Heat Wave

missypooh1
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Posted at: 11:06 pm on June 03, 2007 6 Replies - View Thread

Last Post By: missypooh15 @ 8:06 pm on Jun 14, 2007

setfree2da
y

Posted at: 12:06 pm June 06, 2007

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Make salads and add some Turkey ham on top. its very good and filling.

missypooh1
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Posted at: 10:06 pm June 07, 2007

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It sound good but I don't think that he would be happy with just a salad. It has to be meat and potatoes, etc. Thanks anyway.

4runner

Posted at: 11:06 am June 09, 2007

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Is he a teenager? How about making a big pot of pasta salad - but make it healty, add cucumbers, peppers, chopped egg, etc. and then he could have that with some ground beef or chicken. Does he like soy? Morningstar makes good burgers and steak (all made of soy)

missypooh1
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Posted at: 2:06 pm June 10, 2007

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He is almost 13. What you said sounds good, I wouldn't mind that myself. I doubt he would go for soy, though.

4runner

Posted at: 8:06 pm June 13, 2007

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Well...maybe investing in a slow cooker might be a good idea...you just put in the meat and potatoes or rice and let it all cook while you at work.

missypooh1
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Posted at: 8:06 pm June 14, 2007

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You know I have one. In fact I had it before I had kids. Now I barely use it! Crazy huh? I don't know why I ignore it. It would be so nice to come from work with my supper already cooked.

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missypooh1
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Posted at: 11:06 pm on June 03, 2007

Last Post By: missypooh15 @ 11:06 pm on Jun 03, 2007

Donuts

4runner

Posted at: 11:05 am on May 27, 2007 2 Replies - View Thread

Last Post By: leecushing @ 10:05 pm on May 27, 2007

missypooh1
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Posted at: 6:05 pm May 27, 2007

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Oh and how!!! One of my biggest vices is to buy a bag of ripple chips and dip to go with it. And every bite I enjoy and when I'm finished, I shake my head because once again I gave into my cravings.

leecushing

Posted at: 10:05 pm May 27, 2007

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Not planning and just eating what is easiest, seems to be my biggest downfall. I try not to keep things I think I shouldn't eat in the house, but it's so easy to eat out. My boyfriend don't like eating out too often and that has helped, but then I sometimes cook something I know I haven't had in a long time because I really like it and it's not healthy as I should be eating. Warm bread... is calling my name right now, luckily I don't have any and it takes too long to make it.

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what's up

leecushing

Posted at: 11:05 pm on May 10, 2007 2 Replies - View Thread

Last Post By: 4runner @ 7:05 pm on May 19, 2007

missypooh1
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Posted at: 8:05 pm May 12, 2007

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Hi Lee, good to hear from you. It has been awhile since anyone (me included) has posted on this board. I am exhausted these days. My workload has doubled at work and of course we are expected to do it without any copmplaints. I find I come home too tired to cook so have been hitting the drive thrus. I know that there was postings similar to this problem, but what I need to know is how do I cook for the kids when I am too tired? I'd just rather go to bed and forget supper. I am glad that the good weather has come, at least for a little while. It makes a person feel good to feel the sun. So what is new with everyone else?

4runner

Posted at: 7:05 pm May 19, 2007

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Hi everyone,

I've been very tired lately, increased demands at work, long commute, school and no time for exercise...I'm also depressed over my inability to lose weight, I come home and just start eating - it's stress related, I suppose. I've tried going for a walk but that doesn't help much, I still overeat. I could write on and on...it'd be a long story. Have a nice weekend

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Tired

4runner

Posted at: 9:04 pm on April 24, 2007 3 Replies - View Thread

Last Post By: leecushing @ 6:04 pm on Apr 29, 2007

leecushing

Posted at: 12:04 am April 26, 2007

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4runner, walking for 30 min is really good. Have you tried taking one of the power naps? They are suppose to reenergize you. Do you try to drink a full glass of water afterwards. Your body could be calling out for fluids after the walking. It should help you feel full. I used to work full time and go to school full time, it's tiring no matter what you do. I can't even remember how many times I fell asleep on my bed studying. I've been working OT and feeling tired myself. In my case I'm leaving on a camping trip tomorrow. I need a few days of relaxation and lots of walking.

4runner

Posted at: 7:04 pm April 28, 2007

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That sounds great Lee! I mean the camping trip, where are you going? What kind of work do you do that requires OT? And thanks for the tips, I'll keep drinking that water

leecushing

Posted at: 6:04 pm April 29, 2007

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Back from Stockton Lake, MO. I didn't realize Missouri had a lake that had a bunch of sailboats on it. I walked a lot so I'm pretty sore but there was so many wooded areas and tons of birds, it was beautiful to walk. I carried my binoculars so I could see them close up. It worked for watching the sailboats too. I also learned I can set up a tent pretty fast when it's starting to rain. But the last 2 days were wonderful. Now I've got to dye my hair, take a shower and pay some bills. Back to normal life.

My job is managing about 100 computers and the public computer lab at a library. Managing means doing all repairs, maintenance and training when necessary. Computers as well probably all know have a mind of there own and don't always play nice. I'm always having to what we call "putting out fires" when the computers act up. Sometimes it's the user but sometimes it's spyware or hardware.

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working long hours - tips on eating

leecushing

Posted at: 11:04 pm on April 18, 2007 2 Replies - View Thread

Last Post By: leecushing @ 5:04 pm on Apr 22, 2007

4runner

Posted at: 1:04 pm April 22, 2007

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Hi Lee, I usually bring in several granola bars and a Slimfast shake when I have to work long hours. I hardly ever the dinner at the office, I'd go out walk and eat my bar. Also, I drink coffee, Diet Mt. Dew to stay awake during those long hour work days.

leecushing

Posted at: 5:04 pm April 22, 2007

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I weighed yesterday and gained a lb for the week. Depressing, since I don't feel I overate but I know I didn't do any exercise. At least I will be off work tomorrow and I plan on getting back to eating healthy and try to motivate myself to exercise.

Thanks 4runner for the ideas. I should bring some to put in my locker at work so I won't be tempted by the vending machine. I should walk at lunch too, at least until it gets too hot. I don't like coming back to work all sweating.

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Did you hear?

missypooh1
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Posted at: 7:04 pm on April 13, 2007

Last Post By: missypooh15 @ 7:04 pm on Apr 13, 2007

Easter

Posted at: 2:04 pm on April 09, 2007 5 Replies - View Thread

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4runner

Posted at: 8:04 pm April 09, 2007

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I gained 4 pounds over the Easter weekend!!! The weather was bad and we couldn't really go hiking or do anyhting except sitting at home, munching away Reeses eggs, potato chips and for dinner - I cooked orange chicken with rice. I know that I have a serious problem with emotional eating but haven't decided what to do about it.

leecushing

Posted at: 10:04 pm April 09, 2007

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It looks like DJs message posted twice. I put an answer on the other one but I wanted to respond to 4runner. Controlling emotional eating is hard. Been there, done that. What I'm realizing when I'm stressing, there isn't anything I control except myself. So I'm trying really hard to let go of things that I can't control anyway and concentrate on controlling what is going into my mouth instead.

Do you have any hobbies that you can work on instead of eating when you need a release?

missypooh1
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Posted at: 8:04 pm April 10, 2007

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Yuck, I was so bad over Easter, I have no will power. My Dad, kids and I went out to Chinese on Friday, Sunday I made lasange and in between, I stuffed my face with chocolate. My Dad means well, but always buys me chocolate for Easter and Christmas. I tell him not to, but he does anyways.

This is coming from the man who used to force feed me when I was young and didn't want to eat. I guess the thing to do is just get rid of the chocolate, but that is where my will power fails.

I know how you feel 4runner, sometimes I feel out of sorts if I am not eating or know that there is something for me to eat. Wish I could change that...

4runner

Posted at: 9:04 pm April 10, 2007

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Missypooh15 - I feel your pain about the chocolates. My mom periodically sends me "care packages" with chocolates and candy (she lives in Europe) even though I'm not starving. I end up gobbling all the goodies...which only contributes to my misery and an ongoing battle with weight. I'm glad that I'm not alone :-)

missypooh1
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Posted at: 8:04 pm April 11, 2007

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Oh I am happy too I am not alone. Why is it though we can't just leave the goodies alone or give them away?

But, chocolate from Europe?! Oh but how good they must taste...

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looking to meet new friends!!

ellecinter
iors

Posted at: 2:04 am on April 07, 2007 3 Replies - View Thread

Last Post By: DJ @ 9:04 am on Apr 10, 2007

missypooh1
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Posted at: 8:04 pm April 07, 2007

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Hi Lisa, welcome to the group. You will make alot of friends here, I know I have. Any time you have a problem or just want to chat, this is the place to do it.

leecushing

Posted at: 10:04 pm April 09, 2007

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Hi Lisa, focusing on yourself can be very helpful in your weight loss program and your health. I hope you had a great weekend yourself and are ready to jump into the new week. What food plans are you going to use? Exercise program?

Posted at: 9:04 am April 10, 2007

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Hi Lisa, So glad to be with you as we struggle together!!!! DJ

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Easter

Posted at: 2:04 pm on April 09, 2007 1 Replies - View Thread

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Found the Support Group

bushqueeni
e

Posted at: 9:03 pm on March 30, 2007 2 Replies - View Thread

Last Post By: leecushing @ 7:04 pm on Apr 01, 2007

missypooh1
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Posted at: 1:04 pm April 01, 2007

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Hi Bushqueenie, welcome to our group. We all have the challenge of losing weight, some more than others, me being one of them. There are some great people on this group. You will find that they will give some terrific advice or just lend a sympathetic ear.

leecushing

Posted at: 7:04 pm April 01, 2007

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Welcome Bushqueenie, I agree with missy, we all have the challenge of losing weight. The more help we can get in helping to stay motivated the better off we will be. I've decided to start walking with the warmer weather and see what I can accomplish. I look forward to hearing how everyone is doing.

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