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snuglbunie posted an entry to her journal

Ahhhh, I will be missing the live chat tonight because we are leaving for a long weekend this afternoon. Hope everyone has a good time. Think... show more

Ahhhh, I will be missing the live chat tonight because we are leaving for a long weekend this afternoon. Hope everyone has a good time. Think about me. Hope everyone has a wonderful weekend.
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Public | 2010-07-29 09:16am -0400 from the web

Hey, have a great weekend sis...keep up the good work during your weekend as well :) Looking forward to seeing you on Tues. for our Health Spa Week :)

2010-07-29 09:20am -0400

You have a wonderful week-end. I know you will do well with the food and exercise, as you are seeing such terrific results.. Above all, enjoy and be safe!

2010-07-29 09:23am -0400

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Gratitude 4: Today, I am grateful for my parents. They raised me properly, were good parents and loving parents. They gave me a loving family... show more

Gratitude 4: Today, I am grateful for my parents. They raised me properly, were good parents and loving parents. They gave me a loving family to be with. Even though they are both gone now, I still feel their presence and love them.
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Public | 2010-07-29 06:28am -0400 from the web

And I certainly agree....

2010-07-29 09:27am -0400

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snuglbunie posted an entry to her journal

Wow, what a day. The scale has finally moved and I'm ecstatic :) I'd like to thank my sister for being an inspiration and being my cheerleader... show more

Wow, what a day. The scale has finally moved and I'm ecstatic :) I'd like to thank my sister for being an inspiration and being my cheerleader before even joining iChange because she supported me, helped me out, and met me online every Monday to support me. She is and has always been my role model and I couldn't ask for a better sister :)
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Public | 2010-07-29 06:26am -0400 from the web

Congratulations!! And yes, I agree, sisters are certainly special and supportive! Have a great day!

2010-07-29 07:03am -0400

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Yea for you both! Congratulations!

2010-07-29 06:32am -0700

Thats great! Im so happy for you! Yahooo!!! Have a great camping weekend.

2010-07-29 11:35am -0400

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snuglbunie posted an entry to her journal

Wow, I've had to go change my mood and energy. I just don't seem to have any energy. Really looking forward to my vacation. I've had to push... show more

Wow, I've had to go change my mood and energy. I just don't seem to have any energy. Really looking forward to my vacation. I've had to push myself to do all my exercises today, but I did because I know how important it is and if I didn't I would feel guilty, LOL. Good motivation I guess, hee hee.
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Public | 2010-07-28 07:13pm -0400 from the web

Good for you. I guess we slid into our eating/skipping exercise rut that led us here and now we do have to push ourselves occasionally and YOU DID IT!! Good for you! Now, instead of feeling guilty, yo show more

Good for you. I guess we slid into our eating/skipping exercise rut that led us here and now we do have to push ourselves occasionally and YOU DID IT!! Good for you! Now, instead of feeling guilty, you can feel PROUD!!
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2010-07-28 07:22pm -0400

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Yep, I love those check marks too, LOL. Amazing what little things will make you happy, hee hee.

2010-07-28 08:35pm -0400

They are motivational, for sure!

2010-07-28 08:45pm -0400

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Gratitude 3: Today I am grateful for this program and leading a healthy lifestyle after so many years of not taking care of myself. It feels... show more

Gratitude 3: Today I am grateful for this program and leading a healthy lifestyle after so many years of not taking care of myself. It feels great and I'm loving everything about it.
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Public | 2010-07-28 06:32am -0400 from the web

SO happy for you. Enjoy your day!

2010-07-28 07:12am -0400

:)

2010-07-28 06:39am -0700

That is great news! Keep up the good work.

2010-07-28 10:22am -0400

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snuglbunie posted an entry to her journal

I had my other sister and her partner over for supper tonight. We had fish and vegetables and raspberries with yogurt for dessert. It was a... show more

I had my other sister and her partner over for supper tonight. We had fish and vegetables and raspberries with yogurt for dessert. It was a great visit and they loved their supper :)
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Public | 2010-07-27 07:03pm -0400 from the web

Raspberries. drooling...

2010-07-27 04:30pm -0700

mmm, sounds good!

2010-07-27 08:04pm -0400

That sounds fabulous!

2010-07-27 09:56pm -0500

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snuglbunie posted an entry to her journal

Wow, just biked (on a stationary bike) 6.83 miles at 13 mph :) I'm getting better at this. To think I couldn't even bike 1 mile before without... show more

Wow, just biked (on a stationary bike) 6.83 miles at 13 mph :) I'm getting better at this. To think I couldn't even bike 1 mile before without being completely out of breath and in pain, hee hee.
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Public | 2010-07-27 01:31pm -0400 from the web

You've come a long way in a short time......You're AWESOME!!!!

2010-07-27 12:44pm -0500

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Whoohoo!!

2010-07-27 01:58pm -0700

What a go sis!

2010-07-28 08:58am -0400

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snuglbunie posted an entry to her journal

Well, I'm trying to plan my menus for this weekend so that I don't go over as I usually do when I go camping, hee hee. I'm inputting them in now... show more

Well, I'm trying to plan my menus for this weekend so that I don't go over as I usually do when I go camping, hee hee. I'm inputting them in now and then will print them out. Friday is not starting to good because I am way below the calorie intake. Breakfast and supper isn't too hard. Lunch is another matter because of where we will be at that time. Planning on having a salad though. Whatever I deviate from, then I will write it down and fix it when I get home on Monday. Hopefully I will not deviate too much :) I'm thinking this is a good plan for when I go away from home.
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Public | 2010-07-27 08:06am -0400 from the web

Sounds like an excellent plan, Snuglbunie. Sometimes the real world hits our planning but you have allowed for that, too. Best of luck and happy camping!

2010-07-27 08:10am -0400

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My bike is always on the back of the RV :) By the way sis, will I be able to borrow one of your bikes if we want to go when I'm there next week? I don't have a car bike rack :(

2010-07-27 08:39am -0400

Sure thing...you can ride Garnett's cause you're taller than me..it'll be fun, we have a nice bike trail.

2010-07-27 09:12am -0400

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snuglbunie posted an entry to her journal

Gratitude 2: I am grateful today that I have a good job and that I am healthy.

Public | 2010-07-27 06:40am -0400 from the web

Both are so very important. So happy for you! Have a wonderful day!!

2010-07-27 07:08am -0400

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quiltsewpieceful posted an entry to her journal

Welcome to all the newbies in the protein group. I have only been here about 10 days. I will do all I can to help. I know that if we do it... show more

Welcome to all the newbies in the protein group. I have only been here about 10 days. I will do all I can to help. I know that if we do it together we will be more successful. Good luck and I will be here if I can help.
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Public | 2010-07-26 09:05pm -0500 from the web

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snuglbunie posted an entry to her journal

GRATITUDE # 1: Today, I am grateful for family (2 wonderful sisters) and a great husband. I'm also very grateful for having found this site and... show more

GRATITUDE # 1: Today, I am grateful for family (2 wonderful sisters) and a great husband. I'm also very grateful for having found this site and making new friends to help me on this journey of healthy living.
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Public | 2010-07-26 08:32am -0400 from the web

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Wow, the tasks "Rethinking Your Rewards" was hard for me because I've never rewarded myself with food or alcohol. As for finding three rewards,... show more

Wow, the tasks "Rethinking Your Rewards" was hard for me because I've never rewarded myself with food or alcohol. As for finding three rewards, that's hard too. I guess I could say: 1. A massage; 2. A really book I've wanted; 3. A weekend away somewhere to relax and pamper myself. If anyone has any other ideas, please share them :)
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Public | 2010-07-26 08:30am -0400 from the web

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snuglbunie posted an entry to her journal

Back to work today for one more week, then I am on vacation. I am spending my vacation with my sister where we will eat well, do exercises and... show more

Back to work today for one more week, then I am on vacation. I am spending my vacation with my sister where we will eat well, do exercises and keep track on ichange. We will also relax, shop and enjoy our time :) I am truly grateful for family as I am blessed with two wonderful sisters and a great husband.
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Public | 2010-07-26 08:22am -0400 from the web

Sounds like a nice holiday coming up. Can I come too? hehehe

2010-07-26 09:37am -0400

That would be a blast :) And yes, your face definitely shows it :)

2010-07-26 09:42am -0400

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snuglbunie posted an entry to her journal

Wow, I just finished my aerobics dvd and what a workout, LOL. I think I must have sweated off 3 lbs, hee hee. Enjoyed it though. Now going to... show more

Wow, I just finished my aerobics dvd and what a workout, LOL. I think I must have sweated off 3 lbs, hee hee. Enjoyed it though. Now going to hang laundry outside and get some vitamin D :)
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Public | 2010-07-25 01:51pm -0400 from the web

Wow, now I'm feeling like I better move my but & go for a walk..hee.hee...my energy level is not too high today...I feel lazy....so away I go, thanks to you sis :)

2010-07-25 05:01pm -0400

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Lol..honestly, you're the one who gave me this energy. It is difficult, they call it extreme so they recommend that you be fit to follow it and I'm not..hahahh...but you might be now...20 minutes for show more

Lol..honestly, you're the one who gave me this energy. It is difficult, they call it extreme so they recommend that you be fit to follow it and I'm not..hahahh...but you might be now...20 minutes for me was enough..hahah...it was all on legs so my legs are very sore right now. I think we're going to need 2 weeks together..hahah.. :)
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2010-07-25 07:32pm -0400

Oh god, I wish we could have 2 weeks together. It's always more fun with someone else. Then I can laugh at someone else because I have no sense of coordination, LOL.

2010-07-25 08:01pm -0400

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snuglbunie posted an entry to her journal

Wow, what a great day! I started off this morning by measuring myself as usual on Sundays and low/behold I lost major inches where I've wanted to... show more

Wow, what a great day! I started off this morning by measuring myself as usual on Sundays and low/behold I lost major inches where I've wanted to loose them. Hey, inches are important too and I'm finally getting it. The scale is not always the true fact of my efforts. Today, going to the market to buy fresh fruit and veggies :)
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Public | 2010-07-25 08:32am -0400 from the web

congratulations! Losing inches is most definitely just as important and losing weight. You probably already knew you had lost some by how your clothes were fitting on you. Doesn't it give you a great show more

congratulations! Losing inches is most definitely just as important and losing weight. You probably already knew you had lost some by how your clothes were fitting on you. Doesn't it give you a great boost?! :)
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2010-07-25 08:59am -0400

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Way to go! Looking good girl!

2010-07-25 01:56pm -0400

So great!

2010-07-25 05:36pm -0500

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Franny posted an entry to her journal

Well, I had a social outing today...my niece/godchild's birthday. I had to attend and I was basically good. I did celebrate tho with a tiny... show more

Well, I had a social outing today...my niece/godchild's birthday. I had to attend and I was basically good. I did celebrate tho with a tiny piece of cake and about 4 oz of wine. I didnt want the focus to be on me and have to explain why I wasnt participating...so I did participate in moderation and noone was the wiser. I think I did good under the circumstances.
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Public | 2010-07-24 08:11pm -0400 from the web

You did great Franny :)

2010-07-24 08:57pm -0400

I think you did awesome Franny!

2010-07-24 08:26pm -0600

That is great! And being healthy is about having small treats too. You did perfectly. You had a little of what you wanted.

2010-07-25 09:02am -0400

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snuglbunie posted an entry to her journal

Does anyone know if there is a way to save a meal by using our pantry items? I don't want to have to go through the whole lists and re-enter... show more

Does anyone know if there is a way to save a meal by using our pantry items? I don't want to have to go through the whole lists and re-enter everything. I already have what I eat Monday-Friday for breakfast and would like to save that as a meal. Help!!!!
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Public | 2010-07-24 02:31pm -0400 from the web

Been wondering that myself. let me know if you figure it out!

2010-07-24 05:14pm -0500

This is a question for the powers that be. I can't figure it out. Let's ask them. I'll do it.

2010-07-25 09:16am -0700

I added a spinach salad to My Saved Meals... I just went to the place where it says Create a Meal and entered all the ingredients just once and then every time I have spinach salad I just have to clic show more

I added a spinach salad to My Saved Meals... I just went to the place where it says Create a Meal and entered all the ingredients just once and then every time I have spinach salad I just have to click on 'saved meals' and add it to my food journal. Easy!
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2010-07-25 03:59pm -0400

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snuglbunie posted an entry to her journal

I can't really say that I have saboteurs. My husband does most of the cooking and sometimes he forgets, but he is very supportive in what I am... show more

I can't really say that I have saboteurs. My husband does most of the cooking and sometimes he forgets, but he is very supportive in what I am doing and even joining along (plate size is smaller now).
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Public | 2010-07-24 12:58pm -0400 from the web

SO great to have support from our significant others (Our husbands ,in this case) , isn't it?!?!

2010-07-24 01:07pm -0400

Yes it is!!! Soooo glad mine finally started eating healthier! Makes life soooo much easier!

2010-07-24 05:15pm -0500

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So, I bought my coffee grinder, my aerobics video, water ($2.50 for a case of 24), an "ipod" type of machine for my workouts, and pedometer for my... show more

So, I bought my coffee grinder, my aerobics video, water ($2.50 for a case of 24), an "ipod" type of machine for my workouts, and pedometer for my walks outside, LOL. I'd rather spend my allowance on this kind of things instead of bad food, hee hee.

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Public | 2010-07-24 11:28am -0400 from the web

Wow, that's cool sis..and your smoothie sounds good too. I'd like to save my breakfast in "My saved Meals" do you know how to do this without going through all the items again? Gotta go work outside b show more

Wow, that's cool sis..and your smoothie sounds good too. I'd like to save my breakfast in "My saved Meals" do you know how to do this without going through all the items again? Gotta go work outside before it starts raining :)
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2010-07-24 12:07pm -0400

Good for you! Sure helps to be prepared!

2010-07-24 12:25pm -0400

Which video did you get? Let us know how you liked it! Sounds like you are gonna be hooked on smoothies too!!!!

2010-07-24 05:18pm -0500

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snuglbunie posted an entry to her journal

Wow, just made my first smoothie and it's delicious :) I'm really enjoying trying out all these new things, hee hee. I am at home this weekend,... show more

Wow, just made my first smoothie and it's delicious :) I'm really enjoying trying out all these new things, hee hee. I am at home this weekend, so I'm going to Wal-Mart to buy a coffee grinder for my flaxseeds and a beginner aerobic video for the weekends :) Then I'm coming back home to do some housework. I've already inputted my meals for the day which to me is a type of planning as Diana told us. I'll probably have to add afternoon and evening snacks, but not sure what to have there, LOL. I don't think I've ever eaten as much in my life
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Public | 2010-07-24 09:21am -0400 from the web

Good for you. Making plans and following through...best of luck with that aerobics video. IS there a smoothy "recipe" that Diana or someone suggested? How many calories? I think that would be an easie show more

Good for you. Making plans and following through...best of luck with that aerobics video. IS there a smoothy "recipe" that Diana or someone suggested? How many calories? I think that would be an easier breakfast for me than eating and eating early in the day when I really don't enjoy it. Have a great week-end.
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2010-07-24 09:26am -0400

SOunds terrific. Guess what I am having for brekkie tomorrow am? And 300 cal is a good breakfast. Maybe you know? On my nutrition page I have taken it that I should eat 1786 cal, but I see lots of peo show more

SOunds terrific. Guess what I am having for brekkie tomorrow am? And 300 cal is a good breakfast. Maybe you know? On my nutrition page I have taken it that I should eat 1786 cal, but I see lots of people are nearer the 1000-1200 mark at day's end. Am I right in thinking that I should eat 1786???
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2010-07-24 09:36am -0400

The 1786 is what you need to maintain your current weight. Diana wants us to stay in the 1200 cal. range. If you follow the daily checklist you'll be right in that area.

2010-07-24 05:47pm -0500

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snuglbunie posted an entry to her journal

Diana last night during our chat suggested plain yogurt on a baked potato. I had some for my smoothie, so I decided to try it. Wow, was it every... show more

Diana last night during our chat suggested plain yogurt on a baked potato. I had some for my smoothie, so I decided to try it. Wow, was it every good and I liked the taste of the plain yogurt too. The only problem is the calories were measured for 175 g so I figured 2 tablespoon was .333 :)
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Public | 2010-07-23 05:22pm -0400 from the web

That sounds really..I would have never thought to do that!

2010-07-23 03:20pm -0700

I've used plain yogurt and I now use Salsa Sauce when we have a baked potato which isn't often anymore. I found the Greek Yogurt today at last. Peanut Butter is very good in your smoothie too.

2010-07-23 06:49pm -0400

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snuglbunie posted an entry to her journal

Wow, I must be getting in better shape. I did the same amount of mileage in my walk in 25 minutes instead of 30 minutes :) I just love walking... show more

Wow, I must be getting in better shape. I did the same amount of mileage in my walk in 25 minutes instead of 30 minutes :) I just love walking outside when I can. Get the fresh air, listen to the birds and look at the scenery. My goal will be to make it in 20 minutes soon :)
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Public | 2010-07-23 12:46pm -0400 from the web

Snuglbunie, Congratulations. I am always amazed, those times I am true to my exercise/walking, how quickly and effortlessly, I can go at a faster pace..One day it just happens. And it has happened to show more

Snuglbunie, Congratulations. I am always amazed, those times I am true to my exercise/walking, how quickly and effortlessly, I can go at a faster pace..One day it just happens. And it has happened to you! What a milestone!! Keep up the amazingly good work!
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2010-07-23 01:09pm -0400

Wow..thats great! Pretty soon, you'll be training for a marathon.

2010-07-23 01:36pm -0400

You're doing great....Keep it up!

2010-07-23 03:07pm -0500

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snuglbunie posted an entry to her journal

I loved the chat again last night. Got a lot out of it as usual. Today is a new day with a new attitude. Thanks Amy for your post 1-2 pounds a... show more

I loved the chat again last night. Got a lot out of it as usual. Today is a new day with a new attitude. Thanks Amy for your post 1-2 pounds a week. I have to quit being so hard on myself and be grateful for what I do loose. I really do feel like I am loosing inches though. Going to start a weight training program next week to rev up my metabolism. My hip is still sore, but going to plug away at it. I'm really grateful for this group and my sister :)
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Public | 2010-07-23 06:34am -0400 from the web

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snuglbunie posted an entry to her journal

I must be doing something right because today I put on a skirt that I've kept because I love so much and it was always tight. My tummy always... show more

I must be doing something right because today I put on a skirt that I've kept because I love so much and it was always tight. My tummy always looked really big in it and I couldn't put a finger in my waistband, Well today, low and behold, I can put my fingers in the waistband and it even looks like it finally fits, LOL. Not completely flat tummy, but definitely smaller than it was. I know all this work is starting to pay off :)
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Public | 2010-07-21 01:42pm -0400 from the web

That's awesome. I have a few pairs of pants like that and I'm hoping I'll see some similar results.

2010-07-21 10:56am -0700

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how great!

2010-07-21 08:04pm -0400

How wonderful! Proof positive that you are doing the right thing (s). Keep up the great effort!

2010-07-22 07:35pm -0400

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snuglbunie posted an entry to her journal

This is so cool. I've never tried a smoothie either bugtrain, LOL. I am planning on trying one this weekend for breakfast :) Thanks Diana for... show more

This is so cool. I've never tried a smoothie either bugtrain, LOL. I am planning on trying one this weekend for breakfast :) Thanks Diana for posting the recipe. I like that one. It seems easy. I guess it answers my question that you don't need to put whey powder in it. I'm looking forward to it.
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Public | 2010-07-21 01:35pm -0400 from the web

Ack! The uninitiated smoothie people abound! How have you survived so long without one?

2010-07-21 01:25pm -0700

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my issue with smoothies is that you really can't "chew" them. I miss all of the sensory input of eating! That, and liquids don't stick around too long.....!

2010-07-21 08:05pm -0400

I'm going to have my smoothie with two pieces of toast :) That should do it.

2010-07-21 08:22pm -0400

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snuglbunie posted an entry to her journal

I loved the weight-loss myths. Some of them I had never heard and some of them I had and I knew. They were an excellent reminder and I'm... show more

I loved the weight-loss myths. Some of them I had never heard and some of them I had and I knew. They were an excellent reminder and I'm thankful for you having posted them.
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Public | 2010-07-20 07:16pm -0400 from the web

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snuglbunie posted an entry to her journal

Really tired tonight for some reason. It's been stressful at work, but that is usually the case. Looking forward to my vacation at the beginning... show more

Really tired tonight for some reason. It's been stressful at work, but that is usually the case. Looking forward to my vacation at the beginning of August. I think I'm doing well this week though. Looking forward to getting on the scale Thursday morning. Hopefully, won't be disappointed.
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Public | 2010-07-20 07:14pm -0400 from the web

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I'm not one for dining out very much, but I am sure happy that Diana has provided us with these tips. I will make myself a little card and keep... show more

I'm not one for dining out very much, but I am sure happy that Diana has provided us with these tips. I will make myself a little card and keep it in my wallet to refer to when I got out.
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Public | 2010-07-19 11:36am -0400 from the web

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I've always believed that loosing 1-2 lbs. per week is the best way to go. You have a better chance of keeping those lbs. off :) I'm happy if I... show more

I've always believed that loosing 1-2 lbs. per week is the best way to go. You have a better chance of keeping those lbs. off :) I'm happy if I loose that. Just not happy if I gain, LOL.
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Public | 2010-07-19 11:34am -0400 from the web

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I have never really been much of a nightime eater. Yes, when I ate sweets it was more like a habit than anything else. Now, I rarely eat in the... show more

I have never really been much of a nightime eater. Yes, when I ate sweets it was more like a habit than anything else. Now, I rarely eat in the evening and if I do, it's before 9:00 pm, something health or some popcorn.
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Public | 2010-07-19 11:24am -0400 from the web

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Gorgeous Grandmothers

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marylou created this Public group.

I invite other women (post menopausal) to join me in a group devoted to creating a longterm healthy lifestyle that includes weight management, exercise, mental and physical fitness. We wish to optimize the pleasures of this second half of our lives by increasing mobility, energy, and a general positive zest for living each moment to the fullest.I was tempted to include a weight loss challenge but then decided that, living in the moment, we should each ideally set our own pace, encourage each other, and applaud ourselves for little and big achievements as they happen.

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