Mindi's Progress

[I MUNCH SNOW]

Ok so here I go. I have 69 pounds to lose. I've never been that skinny in my entire life. Well, maybe when I was born. ;)

I'm currently 219. Lowest I've ever been was 188. I signed up thinking I'd shoot for 180. Bwah. I was wrong. Doc Cohen wants me to be 141. We'll stick with one hurdle at a time. My personal goal is 150. I have never thought of that weight for me ever. In my entire life. I've come to grips with being a bigger girl. Even though I've always wanted to be a beach hottie. hahaa.

This is an ENTIRELY new concept for me. I'm on day 2, and holy cow...

I've always said 'it's not so much WHAT I eat.... rather.... how MUCH I eat.'

Sheesh I was right. This is portion control at it's finest. I just have to get through the first 4-7 days and I'll be gravy. Well... poor analogy.... ;)

Let's do this!!!

[julie]

Is this THE Mindi "I Munch Snow"?????? A.K.A "A Minny Blue Car"???????

That would be just too ironic. If not, my apologies.

I guess munching snow is the one thing you can still do on this diet!

[Kitty]

Mindi (aka Beach Hottie)
How are you doing with the portions. They seem a bit shocking but I don't feel deprived yet. The battle for me is mostly mental. I am a total binger. Why eat one cookie when you can eat the whole bag?

[OopsieDaisy]

Hi Mindi,

I know that those numbers that Doctor Cohen seem overwhelming at first, but just take a moment and know that you can do this! It may be difficult at first, but once you get through those first days you will feel so much better. After the first week I felt so accomplished, and I am sure that you will too. Before you know it 12 weeks will have flown by. Trust me, I was so anxious at first I could not wait until I got to day 84 (I even made a daisy chain and would walk into work everyday and rip off a link).

Don't let yourself get bored with your food; get creative or try the recipes on the forum. Some of these meals are really delicious, and it doesn't even feel like diet food. I know that sounds ridiculous, but it's true! I can't wait to read more about your progress.

Take Care,
Daisy

[I MUNCH SNOW]

Is this THE Mindi "I Munch Snow"?????? A.K.A "A Minny Blue Car"???????

That would be just too ironic. If not, my apologies.

I guess munching snow is the one thing you can still do on this diet!

OMG!!! JULIE G!!!!! YES!!!!! IT'S A 'MINNIE BLUE CAR'!!!! Holy Jiminy Crickets... it's a small world!!!

[I MUNCH SNOW]

Mindi (aka Beach Hottie)
How are you doing with the portions. They seem a bit shocking but I don't feel deprived yet. The battle for me is mostly mental. I am a total binger. Why eat one cookie when you can eat the whole bag?

Amen Kitty! I'm doing fine with the portions. I mean... I want more because it all tastes so yummy... but I'm okay with it. If you were to imagine a hunger scale. 5 being stuffed. 0 being famished. Right before meals I feel like a 1. lol. Then when I eat I feel like a 3. I've ALWAYS made sure I hovered in the 3-5 range. Heavens to Mergatroid if I fell below a 3.... Sheesh... I might go postal. I hate being hungry. However, I think of this as a 'body retraining mode'. I think that's a good way of looking at it... to me at least. :) We got this Kitty!

P.S--- the cookies.... even if you eat the whole bag... bring about happiness for 20 minutes.. if that... HOWEVER... being 'beach hotties'.... which we WILL be... will bring years of happiness...

That's my outlook for today, and I'm stickin' to it. :)

[julie]

Hey Mindi!!!!

It's GREAT to see you here!!!!! You are going to do awesome on this! And, yes, I CAN see you at 141. And you WILL be that "beach hottie" that you've always wanted to be! My goal set by Dr. C was 130! Hah! Have you EVER seen me at 130??? Before the kids were born - maybe. But I don't think you knew me then.

Just stick with it to the letter and you will be amazed at the results. Just to give you an example - I've been on for 10 weeks now and have lost 40 pounds. I went from a size 18 to a 14 and had to purge my closet.

[I MUNCH SNOW]

Ha I still can't believe you're on the boards... but why wouldn't you be, right?!! :)

That's awesome Julie... wow... 40 pounds and 2 sizes. You're right, I've never seen you at 130. I'm not quite sure that I can picture you at 131!!! LOL. It's so funny how it's hard to 'have it' that we'll be at those weights.

After seeing Lisa and then oh, what's her name... her friend... doh... forgot her name.... then hearing you were on it, I had to check into it. About 6 weeks ago I got a hold of a copy of kind of the idea of what the 1PD diet was about and I about fell off my chair.

Then Jenny (sis) called me 2 weeks ago and said she was gonna do it, and I said ok, I can do this if I have someone to buddy up with. Jen got her bloodwork done yesterday, so she's only about a week behind me. It's so great to take the risk, what's the worst that's gonna happen!

I'm currently a size 16 for the most part, and after 40 pounds, I could only hope that that would put me in a size 12? Ha... so funny to think that. I've never been smaller than a comfy/loose 14.

Any words of wisdom Julie so far that you have for me?! :)

[julie]

Wow! Jen's on it too - great! I was thinking about her when I saw you were on it. What a great buddy to have!

BTW - Lisa's friend's name is Kim. I have to say she is not sticking to it like she should - and she is losing it MUCH slower. So that's my biggest piece of advice - really stick to it.

I took my birthday off from the diet and ate all the things I was missing and it just wasn't worth it. It was after (I think) 7 weeks on the program. The foods that I "loved" no longer tasted all that great. I actually couldn't wait to get up the next day and have my zucchini pancake for breakfast - which I am now addicted to!

The "worst" that's gonna happen is that you are going to feel so much better, much more healthy, look younger AND lose weight. Kind of a "no-brainer" if you ask me.

As far as advice: If you get itchy skin - I did after about a week or so - use Aveeno Ex-foliating wash and either a bath sponge or a scratchy washcloth (ya know, the cheaps ones you get from Walmart). I guess the body loses its extra skin and you get itchy. At least I did.

Also, if you feel yourself starting to cave, just remember the moment you made the decision to start the diet and all the reasons you decided to do it should get you through those "weak" moments. When I go through the grocery store (at least at first) I kind of put myself into a mental frame of mind that I just don't live in that world anymore (ya know, the world with cookies and cakes and mashed potatoes, etc.) It actually made it really easy to go shopping.

Having a buddy really helps, so I'm glad you'll have Jen. Janelle W is going to start soon as well (not sure if you still see much of her). And having great friends that support you is awesome! As you know, I work with some of the greatest people there are and everyone is great. I don't have anyone tempting me with sweets or giving me a hard time about it or anything like that. Well, except for Danielle once - if you can imagine - but she was just being funny. Fabi is doing the diet right now too - she started 2 weeks after me.

The best advise though is to ask the counselor any questions you have. They are great. And just follow the program - make sure you read it over several times and fully understand it. Because if you follow it exactly, you will get results. Believe me, I was skeptical at first - but I saw the results on Lisa so I went with it. Check out the recipes in the recipe section too for some great ideas so you don't get bored with the same foods over and over.

TTFN! And happy dieting!

[I MUNCH SNOW]

Thanks Julie!! Such great advice! :)

Today is day 7. So far so good. I did end up eating an extra orange last night before bed. My tummy was growling and I couldn't fall asleep. I've been staying away from cheese and yogurt for breakfast. I agree, I find it slightly less filling. I'm eating 5 hours apart, and choosing the bigger of my meal choices.

I've been drinking at least 70 oz a day of water, and about 25 oz or so of unsweet hot or cold tea along with that as 'dessert' lol. I have been spacing my fruit out in between meals, rarely eating my fruit with my meals. Crackers usually with my meals, rarely with my snack fruit.

Other than the orange last night, that was my only deviation all week. The only thing I can attribute it to was that I walked an extra mile or so more than my normal day?

Not bad for my first week. I feel really great. WAY not bloated feeling anymore, and my jeans are already fitting looser.:)

[I MUNCH SNOW]

PS- Julie... can you post up how you make your 'pancakes'? ;) I've never been a zucchini person, but willing to give it a whirl.

[I MUNCH SNOW]

Ok, Today was good. I am day 7 today and was challenged with my first 'outing'. YEEEEEESHhhhh.

It was an outing to Dave and Busters. I ate my lunch late, before I went. I drank soda water and lime all night, and tried to stay away from the bar area, and trailed off to stay entertained with games. Ticket redemption area, loaded all with sugar. Decided I'd get the heck outta there quick. Popped 2 pieces of peppermint gum in my mouth. LOL. Boyfriend and friends sat down at the bar to enjoy their dinner. I sipped on my water and chatted it up with friends around the bar. Wow, that was tough. Their food looked so epic. hahahaa. I did it though. I got home tonight and had my delicious 'chicken soup' and apple and cinnimon for dessert along with some hot tea.

Ok, breathe deep. I did it. It was the hardest part of this first week for sure. Tomorrow marks day 8.

I just searched the recipe threads and found some great ideas. Not that I'm bored yet by any means with the options that I have, but it's great to get new ideas to start experimenting with!

[julie]

Great job on completing your first week!!! That is a milestone!

It took me a while to start having the cheese options for meals. But once I started, I got addicted! And I was surprisingly full after eating. But in the first few weeks, I don't think I could have handled that.

I noticed that increased exercise in the first couple of weeks would knock me out. I had already been pretty active (I started back training in martial arts about 3 weeks before starting the diet and I was going to a gym twice a week) but I cut down on all but the martial arts once I started the diet and found that if I did more, I was beat - hungry, tired, etc. for a day after. That should go away after a few weeks and you'll find that you actually have more energy and can do more. Still - don't overdo it though! You don't want to send the body into starvation mode and make it start storing EVERYTHING you put into as fat. Good thing the snow-munching days are over for this season!

[julie]

PS- Julie... can you post up how you make your 'pancakes'? ;) I've never been a zucchini person, but willing to give it a whirl.

Sure. I think it's in the recipe section too, but here goes:

1 egg
10 g onions
rest of allowance shredded zucchini
spices (I use black pepper, garlic and a pinch of salt)
4 saltine crackers - crumbs (I just crush them with the back of a spoon - pretty high-tech!)

Put the ingredients into a bowl and beat the egg into it. Spray a non-stick pan with Pam and pour the mixture into it and and cook. Yummy!

[I MUNCH SNOW]

Oh those sound pretty good! I'm happy to give em a whirl. :)

I know I'm not supposed to weigh myself, but I knew I was going to after my first week. I had to. I needed to make sure 'it was working'. lol. 7.5 pounds gone! Whoo hoo! So stoked. Now I'll be a good girl and tuck the scale away for 3 more weeks. I just had to 'test it out'. I'm very excited, and now motivated that this is worth it. Teehee!

[OopsieDaisy]

Congratulations!! 7.5 pounds, you are doing an amazing job. And that was just in one week. I weigh myself every week :). I can understand why they recommend that you only do it once a week, but to me I look at it like a challenge to do better or to remind myself this is working keep doing it. Plus you went on an outing! You are very strong to have steered away from temptation.

Let me know if you come across a good recipe. I am always on the prowl for new stuff. I love that zucchini pancakes, though I omit the crackers in the recipe because I like to have them for snacks throughout the day. The pancakes still turn out pretty good. Recently I started adding different herbs and spices into the mix to try and change it up a bit.

[I MUNCH SNOW]

Well I've been pretty boring I guess. The portion sizes for the most part are affixing enough of my attention that I haven't gotten near bored yet. LOL.

I haven't attempted a cheese breakfast yet. Afraid it won't fill me enough just yet. I've been doing omelets or hard boiled eggs for the most part. Made deviled egg this morning. Yummo. I'm having a hard time with veggies for breakfast. I had raw cauliflower this morning with my egg. It didn't taste exactly yum but I did eat it slow and I was full. That's the key thing sometimes for me.

Lunch I've been rocking the garlic sauteed shrimp or chicken breast with veggies. I did make a chicken soup a few nights ago. Boiled my chicken, added pepper and garlic to the 'broth'. Then added scallions cauliflower and asparagus as my veggies. Ate it with the saltine oyster crackers. It was nice to sip on the 'broth' too when I was done. Felt naughty. haha.

Dinner, well mostly beef tenderloin or tilapia. I love beef tenderloin. DROOL. amazing! I did have the butcher grind some of the tenderloin. I made a patty and covered it in onions and pepper, made a mustard paste from the powder and ate it between 2 crisp pieces of lettuce. Just like a burger! Tilapia I've just been baking/broiling it in lemon (wedge from allowance) and salt and pepper. Asparagus grilled as my side.

I'm not super creative yet. I'm currently out of work because of knees being injured and I have all this time to be creative and set myself up for success. It's really a great thing. I have to look on the bright side! Excited it's getting nicer out here in NY that I can start grilling again.

I love looking through here for recipes and seeing what everyone else is having.

[Kitty]

Not creative...You are a Cohens Artist! My meals are super plain but I am busy and I am just starting to get a bit bored. I haven't started using any cheese options yet for the same reason, I just doubt it will be enough for me right now.
Kitty

[mommabear]

Heads up...

Scallions are not allowed on the diet. You do get them back in re-feed!

You are doing great! Hang in there!

[I MUNCH SNOW]

Heads up...

Scallions are not allowed on the diet. You do get them back in re-feed!

You are doing great! Hang in there!

SPRING ONIONS/SCALLIONS (max 2 tablespoons / 20gr per day, cut) is what my book says. :( Am I missing something?

[djyorkshire]

It is so fun to read your posts. I am not too far ahead of you on the diet. I started on March 26th, so it is nice to read an active poster that is at about the same place as me. Good luck and keep posting. :):)

[mommabear]

Well, I guess you aren't if that's what it says in your book!

[I MUNCH SNOW]

Well today is the end of week two for me. I'm still alive. I have a pulse. :)

I had to have my sister come over to my house today to steal my scale. I couldn't leave the damn thing alone. Here it is up in my attic for 2 years, and then I start the diet and alllllll of a sudden I give a hoot about what the dang thing says. Irony at it's finest. I weighed at the one week mark, and then again this Saturday and I'd gained weight since the previous weigh in, by several pounds. So I said forget it.... out you go. I'll see you scale on May 11 for my official one month weigh in.

The past 3 days have been way better. My consultant did a little tweaking to my program after we talked about some of the problems I was having. Saturday, yesterday and today have been fairly painless. Still some cravings and what not, but not that horrible keep you awake at night tummy grumblings I was having the first while. Almost felt like my body was in starvation mode!! Good to know that they're here to help us all and gave great advice! :)

Started looking online today for my GOAL outfit. No clue what size I'm gonna be. I wanna buy something though, and hang it from the back of the wardrobe to keep me inspired throughout this journey. I'm thinking I'll hit goal around Halloween. That gives me plenty of time to figure something out, right? So looking forward to being a normal size, for the first time in my entire life. As an adult I've never been smaller than a 14. The thought of a single size denim.... unfathomable. I think I was an 8 in 3rd grade. That's about all I remember. So, it's a bit hard to wrap my head around this concept.

I'm doing it though. I've got my head screwed on straight, following the program, asking questions, staying on here for support. It's going to get me to skinny land.... and keep me there.

Tomorrow I think I'm going to play in the kitchen. See if I can come up with some new recipes. Going to have to have a friend come over and sample though! haha.

[I MUNCH SNOW]

It is so fun to read your posts. I am not too far ahead of you on the diet. I started on March 26th, so it is nice to read an active poster that is at about the same place as me. Good luck and keep posting. :):)

Yay!!! Someone else in the same stage!! Woohoo!

[Layne5]

I just re-read my program...Scallions ARE allowed! Whoo-hoo!!!

[Kitty]

You sound like you are in a really good place Mindi. I am not too far ahead of you on the plan and I remember being able to relax a bit after the two week mark. Yay you! What kind of tweaking did your consultant do?

[I MUNCH SNOW]

You sound like you are in a really good place Mindi. I am not too far ahead of you on the plan and I remember being able to relax a bit after the two week mark. Yay you! What kind of tweaking did your consultant do?

Well, they had me add 5 crackers and one more fruit a day for 10 days. Then, after the 10 days, to reduce by one each day until I'm back on my original program. Part of me was happy, thinking yay!!! More food!! Less horrible tummy grumblings. The OTHER half was thinking 'oh no!! more food = less weight loss'.

So I don't know what to think. It's been 2 weeks. I took my measurements today. Doesn't look like bust, waist or hips budged, if anything maybe 1/2" on my hips? Hard to tell because the dang measuring tape doesn't always fall in the same spot, ya know? I'm thinking in my head that my budda belly and face look a little thinner, but who knows? It could all be mental. It usually is, good or bad. LOL

I'm hoping to see awesome results in 2 weeks when I weigh in. I'm not touching a scale until then. Who cares what the numbers are right now... that's my philosophy. Eating this healthy and drinking this much water... I have to lose weight. I don't see how it can fail. I didn't get to be 219 overnight, I can't expect to be 150 the same way.

I went through my attic today and organized like a little machine. I moved into my new house after my divorce 2 years ago and haven't touched A THING really up there since I moved in. I went through and started a box of 20's and 18's that are too big for me. I'm currently about a 16. (I lost weight before with weight watchers). Then I started a box of summer stuff for my sister (who started 1PD a week ago) for her.

THEN, I started putting together all my 14's (which is my smallest size as an adult ever) together. Then lastly I had bought a few pieces of 12 that were my DREAM CLOTHES a few years back when I did WW. SO I dug those out and put THOSE together.

It kept me outta the kitchen and doing something good, ya know? 2.5 hours went by lickity split. So now I know what I have to work with. Looking at the size 12 I kept thinking, gosh... these jeans are tiny. And I'm gonna be like a size 8 when I'm done with this? Sheesh I'm gonna be hot. LOL... things like this keep me on track especially when I want instant gratification and I don't get it.

I will say that I do feel great. I made it through a show at the big arena in town tonight. I had box seats. Everyone was eating popcorn and pretzels and nachos. I sipped on my diet coke with lemon, and my friend with me was really supportive though. He didn't try to get food or bring it by me. We sat there and watched the show and sipped on our drinks. Oh but their food smelled so good. *Drool* hehe

I just keep thinking that this is it. I gotta do this. I don't wanna be fat anymore. I want to be healthy and feel great and have energy. When I come out the other side of this journey, I will then know that I CAN do anything.

[OopsieDaisy]

Wow! Sounds like you have been keeping yourself really busy. I really think that going through this program has made me reflect on a lot of the things. In a way it almost feels like you start to take an appraisal of your life so far; and hopefully end up with a more positive outlook as you look towards the future with a healthier you in mind. You say those 12's look tiny now, but you are going to be tiny when you are done :).

I think I went through my closet a couple of weeks shy of my 12 week mark and could not believe how much stuff I just could not wear anymore. Watch out, because you are going to be dipping into those 12's soon and before you know it you will be that HOT 8.

Take Care,
Daisy

[I MUNCH SNOW]

Well tonight was my first deviation. SIGH. After being an angel for my first 3 weeks. It's my dreaded TOM. I started on purpose last month RIGHT after so I wouldn't have the horrendous cravings. I ended up eating extra saltines tonight, and not just a FEW extra. ARG. Of course this was FAR better than the usual binge of 1/2 a large Lindt chocolate bar or 8 oreos or whatever I would have had before along with a 16 oz glass of milk.

I was doing so good! It's really weird that it was this insatiable, unstoppable craving train! It wasn't the usual after dinner munchies I always get that I can stave off with some gum and tea.....

Ok, tomorrow is a new day. Fresh start. Let's move on..... this tiny short pity party of one is over. LOL.

Hopefully I don't have a set back like this for quite some time.

[Layne5]

well...it could've been MUCH worse...congrats for sticking to for 3 weeks straight!! and for getting back on the wagon right away! Don't worry, you shouldn't be affected much, if at all. :)

[I MUNCH SNOW]

Well today was MUCH better. Phew. My sister (who is on day 14!) and I went shopping tonight. Kept me outta the fridge and occupied. We went grocery shopping together. "awww.... how cute!" LOL Then we went to Target and Bed Bath and Beyond. We looked at the Victorias Secret Catalogue tonight and kept thinking "Holy cow... if we keep this up.... we're going to be able to rock this stuff". LOL It was so cute. It's nice having a support system locally. We can vent to each other which is great. I can't wrap my head around the finish line. I'm taking this month by month. It's gotta be working. I can't wait to weigh in next week! EEK!

Deviation free day today. Felt good. Off to bubble bath and bed!

Thanks for the cheer up Layne!

[mommabear]

Yeah!! Keep up the good work and you will be there in no time!

[Kitty]

Mindi,
You are so lucky to do this with your sister. My sister is tall and thin and I am short and soon to be thin. Do you feel extra competetive with her? Like are you angry if she loses more than you? I think that would be the hardest for me. I am having a hard time thinking about being done too, but I don't think it is really a bad thing. One day a a time seems to be working, I don't feel overwhelmed and my results seem more exciting. Have you been measuring yourself too? I am hoping to see a bigger difference in the inches department. Hope you (and your sister) have a super Cohens day...

P.S. If you are hungry for snow to much...I've got an entire yard full.

[I MUNCH SNOW]

Tomorrow is my 4 week weigh in. Sheesh. That flew by in a lot of respects. I did fantastic in my head. Not perfect by any means, but better than I've ever done in my entire life. No sugar for a month? Are you kidding me? Everyone should be lucky I didn't go nutzo in that month! LOL. I've been in contact with my consultant quite a bit, still trying to figure it all out for me. Still some bumps in the road but nothing horrendous.

I was away this 4 day weekend, out camping and Jeeping in the wilderness. My hotel was supposed to have a fridge and microwave. No luck. I freaked out, had a mini meltdown at reception desk. I had all my fruits, veggies and meats for 5 days packed in 2 coolers. I didn't want them to go bad. Sigh... they did. I ended up having to eat out my last day because all my stuff went bad. Bummer. I did great considering though.

Breakfast 1 hardboiled egg
1 orange
crackers
Lunch - Regular mozz cheese
lite mayo
homemade mustard
on crispbread
1 orange
Dinner - chicken breast grilled
lettuce
mango
crackers


It was no cohens day, but I did the best I could with what I had to work with. I cried during lunch because I wasn't supposed to have regular mozz cheese. I didn't bring my scale because I had PRE WEIGHED everything before I left the house, so I had to guesstimate the best I could during that last day. My boyfriend was so great though, he kept saying 'calm down... you're doing great. You only have so many resources here in the wilderness, what are you gonna do? Rewind before your diet, what you would have been eating on this trip!!!" So supportive, he is.

It was a weekend CHOCK FULLLLLLL O' TEMPTATIONS. Good Grief Charlie Brown. It started with a 6 hour road trip. All I wanted to do was munch munch. I quit smoking 7 months ago, so it was my first long road trip without 'snacking and smoking'. Sheesh. It was hell. THEN.... Debbie Downer decided to join our trip and gimme crap all weekend, asking what I was going to eat, BARK? I wanted to punt her to the other side of the county. I batted my eyelashes and smiled instead. LOL.

Then while we were out Jeeping all day we stopped for lunch. I had my tuna and cucumber salad mix. Everyone else was eating PB and J, Bugles, Soda, Pringles, CheezIts, cupcakes, cookies. Oh dear God. I survived. :)

Then that night it was time for dinner. I wasn't sure if the restaurant would be Cohens friendly so I pre-ate. Cooked up my tenderloin in my electric griddle, in the hotel room along with mushrooms and peppers. Then we headed off to the restaurant. Everyone else was eating and I was sipping on my ice tea. LOL. It was ok though. Until...... 'Let's go to Dairy Queen'. OMG...are you kidding me people?!?!?! REALLLLLLY??? Murderous. lol. The boyfriend and I drove seperate so we were able to duck out and go back to the hotel w/o them. Sheesh.

Breakfast every morning the hotel had waffles and pancakes. Smelled so good. I ate my meals for breakfast and lunch. That night we went out for dinner at the same place. I knew they could accomodate me so I didn't have to pre-eat. I had broiled tilapia cooked dry and a dry side salad. Unfortunatly Debbie Downer sat to my left at dinner and made comments about how great her deep fried pork chops were. She made fun of my dinner. Then she ordered strawberry shortcake for dessert. Licking the spoon extensively. LOL. Whatta gal? !!!!

Then the drive back yesterday (my food log from above) was tough. No griddle, no cooler. Brutal. I tried SO FREAKING hard to make my weekend Cohen perfect. I know I know.... no need to beat myself up... it's just SHEESH.

I'm going cross country in one month and living in an RV for a week, then driving cross country back home. I have no clue how I'm going to be able to do this. I'm looking into a cooler that plugs into the cigarette lighter of the truck. I'll have to eat tuna and eggs every day I guess. Veggies will have to be bought very often as they don't like the cooler AT ALL. The cucumbers and asparagus did okay. But everything else wilted quickly due to the freeze/thaw.

I'm stressing myself out over this, which isn't good. I know this. I just want to be as successful and deviation-free as possible, ya know?



Kitty- My sister and I are very encouraging of each other. We have similar weight loss goals. We keep each other on track and filled with positive thoughts. We try to make this a game as much as possible. Too many people against us out there, that we have to stick together. Sure we get a smidge jealous, but nothing out of the ordinary.

Just measured myself today, the eve of my 4 week weigh in. Bust is the same. Waist is down 1" and hips are down 2". I don't know how this stacks up with other people on here to be honest. I hope the scale shows a nice loss tomorrow. I've worked hard at this diet this month. Fingers crossed. {praying}

[I MUNCH SNOW]

Ok so my official 4 week weigh in was this morning. EEK! I lost 14.5 pounds. 1" off my bust. 1" off my waist and 2" off my hips. I'm so excited. It was worth it. I kept saying to myself, this better be worth it. This better be worth it. Well it was. 3/4 of the month I was still laid up with bum knees and couldn't walk really. This past week I've been walking a few miles a day, but up until then I couldn't.

I'm really really happy. I've buried the scale back away at my sisters house until next month. :) Off to celebrate with my egg breakfast!!! LOL

[mommabear]

Yeah!!!!! Congrats!!!!

[OopsieDaisy]

Congratulations!

[Layne5]

Good job! It's so hard to travel on this diet! But, you did REALLY well! Sometimes I think we get so wrapped up in the whole "deviation" thing, that it stresses us WAY too much! As long as it's Cohen-friendly food and you eyeball the portions as close as you can get, when those times come and you have to eat out or whatever, you'll be fine! yay!!

[ppoyster]

Sweet!! That's 14.5 pounds that will never be back! :) I know the rest of the weight will come off soon!! Keep it up girlie.

[I MUNCH SNOW]

Thanks everyone! Your encouragement is awesome. It's great knowing that there are people going through what I am. It's such a unique diet, people around me don't really get it.... so thank you all!

HUGS!!!

[I MUNCH SNOW]

So tonight was my sisters birthday. (She is on week 3 of Cohen) and I 'made her a cake' :) Teehee!!!

[I MUNCH SNOW]

So figured I'd post pics here too of my progress. Why not, right? LOL. They're me in my rawest most pure form.... in nature!

Before:


4 week mark (down 14.5 lbs):

[apachejenn]

You look awesome! Hahaha, your hair is great :D

[I MUNCH SNOW]

Saw one of my girlfriends last night that I hadn't seen since just before Christmas. Her jaw dropped and said I was withering away. lol. It was my first time seeing someone that I hadn't seen in awhile as well so that was cool. I'm noticing the weight loss a lot in my 'Budda' and my hip area (which you can't see in my pics above) and it was really cool to have my first comment! It felt great. Had to share!

[I MUNCH SNOW]

So my sister bought me this fitted black sleeveless sweater for Christmas and it was too tight, but I LOVED it so I held onto it, rather than returning it. I got to get dressed up last night, and I thought... hm... wonder if that fits now? So I put on my favorite pencil skirt from Banana Republic (I bought it 5 years ago, and haven't fit into it since my last weight loss attempt) and it was loose on me! So I shimmied it down.... lol. Then I put on the sleeveless sweater (with spanx underneath of course LOL) and hot damn I couldn't believe it! If fit like a champ. It fit w/o the spanx too but I figured with the outfit being so fitted, that I should wear spanx. I started to cry. I've only lost 15 pounds so far, but I'm losing it where I NEED to lose it (my budda and hips). I pulled myself together and took this pic and sent it to my sister (who's almost on week 4 herself). I just can't get over HOW I'm losing it, rather than just the number. At first I was bummed because I'm losing slower than most everyone on here. I love my curves but have always hated my tummy and the pouch I have. It's slowly going away and I couldn't be happier. Sorry it's a grainy iPhone pic... but you get the idea. lol. I've never been this happy at 204 lbs before!

[Layne5]

Dude you look awesome!! Dang girl! Way to go :)

[apachejenn]

Do you mind if I ask how tall you are? I'm sure you already posted but I'm just curious.

[I MUNCH SNOW]

I'm 5'9", size 11 shoe.

[nicolesosweet]

Hey Munchie

You really do look GREAT!!!!!! Your should be SO proud of yourself for coming so far and even though you have had some small bumps in the road you are really succeeding! You have lost a HUGE amount of weight in 4 weeks so Congratlations! I dont know ANY other diet where you can loose so much so pat on the back to you.

You really do look fantastic in that pencil skirt and top I have to say, like you dont need to even loose any more! Well keep up the amazing work. We have been on the programme for about the same amount of time and have a similar amount to loose- who knows we might even be re-feeding at the same time?!?

I know after the first month that everyone starts to loose a little slower so keep up the good work and keep off that distracting scale! I am now going to weigh myself evey week as it's the first month that our body fluctuates the most and for me it helps me stay 100% motivated and on target as I can see the weight coming off!

Hope you have a lovely weekend and take care of yourself hon, your just gorgeous!
xx nic

[I MUNCH SNOW]

Aw Nicole..... that was very sweet of you! Thanks for the pat on the back! Now I see how you get your name nicolesosweet! LOL!

I haven't eaten off plan once. I have on a few occasions eaten an extra piece of fruit or crackers. I was in touch with my consultant and they tweaked my program and I've really been great since then. I'm a results driven person. I'm seeing results in clothes now, so I don't so much care about the scale as much as I did that first month. Seeing results on me, versus what I stand on matters the most to me. I went back and looked at my Weight Watchers logs to see how much I lost in my first month and it was 9.2 pounds. So I'm very proud of my accomplishments. The first month was not easy for me on program. It's getting easier now as it becomes more of a habit and lifestyle. I'm making smarter choices. I'm taking those few extra minutes each day to make these positive changes. It's so much better than me spending a few minutes each day griping about how fat or ugly I feel and how I long to be skinny.

I'm thinking I'll hit my goal weight at end of October or early November. I hope to lose 10 pounds a month or so from here on out. What about you?

[nicolesosweet]

Aw Nicole..... that was very sweet of you! Thanks for the pat on the back! Now I see how you get your name nicolesosweet! LOL!

I haven't eaten off plan once. I have on a few occasions eaten an extra piece of fruit or crackers. I was in touch with my consultant and they tweaked my program and I've really been great since then. I'm a results driven person. I'm seeing results in clothes now, so I don't so much care about the scale as much as I did that first month. Seeing results on me, versus what I stand on matters the most to me. I went back and looked at my Weight Watchers logs to see how much I lost in my first month and it was 9.2 pounds. So I'm very proud of my accomplishments. The first month was not easy for me on program. It's getting easier now as it becomes more of a habit and lifestyle. I'm making smarter choices. I'm taking those few extra minutes each day to make these positive changes. It's so much better than me spending a few minutes each day griping about how fat or ugly I feel and how I long to be skinny.

I'm thinking I'll hit my goal weight at end of October or early November. I hope to lose 10 pounds a month or so from here on out. What about you?

Hey Munchie :)

Ahhhhh nicolesosweet may be because I like things that are sweet :D You deserve a big pat on the back, it is not the easiest programme to follow in regards to going out with friends. I think it's easier to become a social recluse until we finish as the temptations are just not that fun to deal with. I have to admit I dont crave or want the things that others are having but it just being there and knowing you cant have what you like can sometimes be tricky!

I am glad the consultants tweaked your plan for you, I have never heard of anyone else getting a tweak so you must be a special case! I only lost 500g this week or 1 pound :( little sad about that but I know I have to take it as a monthly average. So I have another 15.4kg's to go till I get to goal. I am REALLY hoping I can get there by October as sister is getting married in Australia then and I am going back with my husband for the wedding then were going on a tropical holiday. It would be so nice to see my family and show how great I look and then be able to enjoy my beach body but we'll see what happens. My body can be very unpredicatable so I am not sure how it will go. How much are you averaging a month now? 10 pound would be FANTASTIC to loose a month!!!!

Hope your having a lovely week, will catch-up again soon.

P.S do you know how to change your ticker without having to replace it each time? I cant figure it out grrrr.

xx nic

[I MUNCH SNOW]

Hey Nic!

Well the first month I lost 14.5 lb (6.5 kg). I refuse to weigh myself in between the month here. I did take my measurements a few days back. That doesn't get me defeated like that damn scale can. I gained one week 3.5 lb in my first month and I nearly lost it. I decided THAT'S IT!!!!! No darn scale except once a month. I know this program works, and I'm a good girl. The scale sat in the attic for 2 whopping years and I didn't care one bit about it. Why panic now? LOL. It was sort of my realization that I came to. I'm at peace with the scale. There's no way that this program can't work, ya know? My guess is I've lost around 20 pounds so far judging by how my clothes fit.

Yeah, they tweaked my program by adding 5 crackers a day (5.85 g ea) and one extra fruit. I average 7 miles a day of walking at work (11 km) and I was ravenous!!! I mean that's a lot of burning going on. I wasn't working out, it's just that my body hit starvation mode and I couldn't sleep because I was so hungry. I've been pretty much fine ever since with the exception of 2 or 3 nights out of the past 6 weeks, that's pretty good I'd say.

How awesome is it going to be to show off your new bod in front of family!!?!?!?!? LOVE IT! Your new found confidence will be amazing. Don't forget to enjoy your body as you progress. Each time that scale hits a new lower number or you buy new clothes in a smaller size, relish that. Don't forget that the journey there is gratifying as well! I also love this idea as well, not family really so much as my boyfriend and all of my other friends that have only known me at 190 lbs or more my ENTIRE life. It's going to be quite wonderful. Few people have noticed my weight loss so far, but those that do matter the most. I am going to be a ninja and sneak up on them and one day they're going to say "DANG MINDI!!!! YOU'RE SKINNY!!!". LOL Meanwhile, I continue to diet. :)

As far as the ticker, I saved the link from when I first made mine and it lets me update it from that link both times I've updated. It was sort of confusing the first time, not gonna lie, but you'll get it. I have faith in you.

I hear you on the eating out with friends as well. I've turned down most invitations to outings unless it's for drinks or after dinner something. I'll enjoy club soda with lemon in a martini glass or something. Makes it look fancy and no one questions me. I always eat JUST before I go so I'm not tempted. I also pack an orange or something in my Jeep for the ride home or in an emergency. I also keep a few baggies of weighed crackers in my console of my Jeep for emergencies as well. That way I'm not 'without'.

Where are you thinking for holiday with the hubby that is tropical? Where's home for you Nic?

-Mindi

[I MUNCH SNOW]

I'm back to work full time now, and let me tell you.... it's tough as hell. I'm walking 8 miles a day on average. I just got an email saying doc was satisfied with my 4 week blood test (which I didn't get in to get it until last week (week 6). So that's good news but I'm having a hard time not being hungry with that much walking. They upped my program again with another piece of fruit and 5 more crackers but I'm just afraid I won't lose this month as a result of that. lol.


This weekend was brutal with all the parties and outings, but I was good. I threw my best friend her bridal shower yesterday. I had all the things there that I love and adore. However I got some compliments on how great I looked and that kept me chuggin along. I kept myself busy being Suzie Hostess and didn't give myself a chance to sit down for long and when I did I had cucumber and celery. I did put dip on my plate so people wouldn't question me. The ladies kept asking why I wasn't drinking. I told them I gave it up for Lent and stuck with it. LOL. It was a great diversion tactic. No one questioned it. :)

I am at the 7 week mark tomorrow. I took my measurements this afternoon and they're moving downward which is a good thing. My chest didn't move yet this month, and my waist didn't move more than maybe a half inch so far. There is about an inch movement or maybe more on my hips (which is where I need to lose it the most anyways.)

I refuse to weigh myself outside of my once a month. It's too icky otherwise. This week is TOM too and I have to weigh in on this coming Saturday. Hopefully the bloating and icky feeling will go away by then. I am weighing in Saturday (3 days early for the month) b/c I'm leaving on my cross country trip on Sunday and I won't have access to my body scale for 2 weeks.

During the 2 weeks I'm gone I'm going to do my damndest to stay on plan 100%. I've already packed my electric skillet and I will pack my scale so I can cook the majority of my meals while I'm out in California. I'm worried about the weekend in Vegas and the 5 day drive home from Vegas, driving cross country. I will rely on restaurants for the majority of my food on the way home. Kinda scary. Oh well, life is scary I guess. Gotta grab the bull by the horns and do the best I can with the cards I'm dealt.

Wish me luck this weekend when I weigh and measure officially.

[nicolesosweet]

Best of luck to you Mindi!! Just make the best choices you can when your cant control the circumstances.

Have you thought of stopping the walking until you finish your plan? Might be helpful so then you dont have to eat more fruit and crackers and yu wont get hungry. I am literally NEVER hungry!

The husband and I would like to go to Thailand or Bali for a holiday but we will see what happens financially- living in London is EXPENSIVE!!!

Hope your happy with your weigh-in and measurements, I know I sure am :)
xx nic

[I MUNCH SNOW]

Ok, I had my 8 week weigh in, (I'm 3 days early but with leaving town I have no choice). 8.5 pounds lost this month, but I lost 2 inches off my hips and one off my waist. That's the greatest thing. I lost 1/2" off my chest as well. I'm happy with that progress. I was hoping for 10 pounds, but whatever... I care more about the inches lost. I officially tried on and fit into 14's this week. That was super exciting! :)

Now I'm off to my 2 week road trip. I'm going to stick to plan as closely as possible. It's going to be tough with living out of the truck for a week, and RV'ing in the desert for this first week. RV will be easier b/c I can prepare most of my meals. Here we go!!!!!

[Kitty]

23 pounds is AMAZING!!!!! You are a third of the way done! I am so happy for you.

[I MUNCH SNOW]

Well I survived my 15 day road trip. LOL.

I did great when I was in the RV in California all week. I was able to make all my guys all their meals, and while they were eating, I cooked mine. Worked flawlessly. Vegas, well, I was an angel compared to everyone else and all my other times I was there but I did cheat. I had my In N Out Burger (which I had planned on eating anyways) and it wasn't worth it. I remembered it being so much better. The GOOD thing about the cheat is that it scared me. It made me realize it wasn't worth it. It also took my attention off of it. I've wanted In N Out for 18 months. Counting the days all last year until this summer. There was SERIOUS thought into this restaurant. LOL. EIther way, it's over and I survived. The rest of the Vegas weekend I ate out every meal. I stuck to Cohen food all weekend, which was HARD! But I did it. The hardest part of the whole trip was not drinking all my water! We couldn't stop every 20 minutes for me to tinkle. So I tried shoving down as much water when we stopped for the night as possible. Funny how we don't think of these things!

The drive home was the worst. How I just wanted to cook all my meals and be back in the comfort zone of plan!!! We were in the middle of the desert, the middle of the mountains. I bought produce and fruit and kept it in my cooler behind my seat and kept my crackers there as well. For the most part though, all my proteins, I relied on restaurants or quickie marts. I kept thinking "oh I just want to be back in my little tiny kitchen at home and make all my own meals again" It was mind blowing. I couldn't believe that I wanted to get home so quick just so I could eat perfectly to plan again.

So I've been home 3 days now and I'm back on plan since the minute I stepped foot in my door. I'm bummed because I couldn't do the plan 100% while I was gone. I do give myself kudos though for picking the best decisions at all times, and making the best out of the situation I was in. I'm very proud of that. Today is start of week 10 for me. I'm sure I lost a little while I was gone for 2 weeks. Hoping that being an angel these next 2 weeks again will forward my progress again.

I'm so happy with this program and I'm so happy that I'm losing it in all the places I want to lose it. I'm really starting to get compliments now from people who haven't seen me since I've started and that makes me feel good. When I tell them I still have 45 lbs to go, they freak out a little bit and say 'where are you going to lose it from'. (Since I'm only 10 pounds away from my lightest adult weight ever) I say I dunno, but it's gonna come off from somewhere. It makes me feel good!

I'm a size 14 now. I was 18's and 16's when I started. Granted a lot of the 16s I still wear, but they're baggy. Until they look really bad on me I'm going to continue to wear them. Hoping that will save me some cash. I've never been smaller than a 14, so I'm curious how this journey is going to go.

I'm happy to share this journey with you girls. It's nice to have someone that really understands WHAT you're going through, ya know? It's hard to explain it to co-workers and others, ya know?

[mamaduckling]

I emptied out my storage shed the other day and found some old pictures of me from high school. I was shocked! I weigh less now than I did then and it is pretty amazing. I saw some people last weekend that I haven't seen in over a year. They were AMAZED! When I told them I still had 15 pounds to lose, they, too, asked from where? I told them to believe me when I tell them, there is still some there to lose. I am mostly in size 12 now, some 10s and I can't remember EVER being a time when I was this size. It certainly hasn't been in my adult life I can tell you! Sizes are so arbitrary, I am trying to keep my eye on the goal weight and the way I look. I am just thrilled that I will NEVER wear a size 26 again!

My time in Vegas was actually kind to me as they were always willing to make the salads the way I could eat them. I lost two pounds while I was there, but I was lucky enough to be able to drink all of my water and walk almost everywhere we went. I am crossing my fingers that your trip was not only pleasant for you, but helpful in your weight loss.

[I MUNCH SNOW]

Aw thanks MamaD!!!

Well I confessed my 15 day road trip to my consultant last week. She gave me kudos for doing as well as I did. She requested I weigh myself, so I did. During my 15 days gone I lost 5 pounds. I was happy about that. I have been back on plan 100% since I've been home. It's so nice being able to get all my water in again! I've missed that while I was away. I am enjoying being back on plan and having that routine in my life. It's week 11 and this is officially feeling like normal now. I'm learning how to cope with most everything that comes my way and not turning to food as my stress reliever. I take bubble baths, drink tea, read books in bed, garden etc. Anything to keep me occupied and out of the kitchen. I walk so much at work, all I want to do is relax when I get home.

It's very easy to stay motivated and dedicated to the plan when you see results like these. The first few weeks were REALLY hard, and now it's just natural feeling. I NEVER thought it would feel like that. To know that I only have to keep up this super strict rigidity for a few more months until re-feed, it's worthwhile. There is a light at the end of the tunnel. I like that feeling. It's like I'm ripping the band-aid off, rather than slowly tugging at it.

MamaD, Congrats on your loss in Vegas! That's fabulous! We need to make a t shirt that says "I lost in Vegas, and I'm HAPPY about that". LOL.
I can't imagine being a 10 either. That must feel amazing!! I'm so proud of you, and to think you're nearly there!!! You'll be through it all soon enough! Stay strong!!!

[Cynthia]

I've really enjoyed reading your progress thread, Mindi. You're doing awesome! A lot of questions I've had have been answered on here, so thanks! Keep up the great work :o)

[I MUNCH SNOW]

So I'm losing slower than other people and I TRY NOT to get focused on that, but man it's tough. I'm stressing over the fact that my consultant has advised I eat 5 pieces of fruit a day now and extra servings of crackers. I'm at almost 100 gr of crackers per day. I'm walking 6-8 miles per day at work, so my body needs more than just the 3 pieces of fruit and the 6 crackers. I get ravenous. I mean, that's a lot of exercise. I can't cut it out, because my job is to be constantly walking most of the day. LOL. Without the extra crackers and fruit I think I'd die. Seriously. But I'm afraid I'm not losing as fast as a result. I try not to get stuck on that.

I'm so glad my big trip is over with, and my best friends wedding is over with. That was hell. I mean I was an angel, but man... being around all that food for days on end. I've been back on plan 100% now that all that stuff is over and it feels so good. My body is so happy. It doesn't crave all the crap. I mean, it still looks good to me, but I don't crave it. I get hungry, I want my Cohen meals. It's just great. I get sugar cravings still some, but not bad. I love my sliced apple with cinnamon or my mango and peach smoothie when those sugar cravings hit.

I'm missing watermelon big time. Also corn on the cob. I live kitty corner to an ice cream stand, and that's been a little tough. Not bad, I miss the nostalgia more than anything. Lazy summer days in my head always include food. Why is that? LOL

I'm doing ok with the social "NOT DRINKING" with friends. I'm ordering seltzer and lemon. They think I'm drinking. No questions asked. Perfect. LOL I have the bartender put it in a fancy glass too. teehee

I posted 12 week pic today (from this past weekend) over in the PICTURES section. I'm noticing change. That makes me feel good. I have to see pics because I don't notice it on me as much as I can see changes in the pictures. Weird, huh?

My chin is up. I'm determined. I'm almost 1/2 way there. 40 lbs to go. That's what I focus on. The more angelic I am, the sooner I can get this whole thing done and over with and get onto re-feed and maintenance. :)

[monkeyface]

Hey...munch snow.
You are doing an amazing job. That is alot of exercise (what do you do! lol) . I too had a huge social event last week and have been working through this week getting back on 100% track...and I agree IT IS hard, but your pictures are worth a million words...you llok fantastic and your eyes look bright!Who knows maybe slower is better in the long run????
I want my weight to drop off too...but it all takes time!
Keep on keeping on!
Cheers to fancy glasses and seltzer!

[sdp126]

Hang in there Mindi - the weight loss may pick up from time to time.

Another idea for drinking with friends is to just ask for a diet drink, like diet coke and have them garnish it like it's a mixed drink.

You've lost a good deal of weight so far. Good for you. You don't want to be me ~ losing 40 pounds, then going off plan and gaining a lot of it back.

Suzanne

[I MUNCH SNOW]

I got the dreaded list today. My 12 week bloodwork is back. I looked at it and was so happy to see the numbers continuing to drop. Doc wasn't happy though it looks like.

I filled out the list and sent it back. A few points were out. I apparently wasn't following plan 100%. I'm still very proud of all my hard work so far. 30 pounds in 12 weeks is amazing to me. No, I wasn't perfect, but I also traveled 6000 miles by truck, went on vacation twice and I work a CRAZY active job. I have to keep my chin up and realize it's the best I've ever done in my entire life. It's not perfect, but take a win on what I've accomplished so far.

My sins included:
Not always getting 2 liters of water in. I'm afraid to drink if I don't have a bathroom close, as I always have to go. I only drink h20 when I KNOW I can tinkle.
Eating more than 2 crackers at a time (5.85 G)
My hamburger in California in June
Watermelon at my best friends wedding in June

That's it. I've confessed. Enough beating myself up. Back on the horse. Got 40 more pounds to go. Sigh.....

Discouraged kinda day. Sorry to be Debbie Downer.... but it's hard when you think you're doing so good.....

G'nite all.

[ls_dreamer]

Hi there! You are doing GREAT!

This forum is for those down moments! Way to face the bad and be prepared for tomorrow to be better! I know there have been a couple times I weighed my food after cooking not before...I accepted responsibility and on we go.

Keep looking ahead and remind yourself that you have made AMAZING progress without restricting your life! Now you will find other ways to cope as you go forward...like plan trips to the potty maybe!

Good luck! I hope my 12 week blood work goes well....

[I MUNCH SNOW]

Thanks for the cheer up! I love that we are all here for each other.

This week has been better. It's a roller coaster. I have to remember not to beat myself up so bad. I know some people are perfect, and they're angels with their halos. I'm just not one of them. I've made so many major changes over the past few years of my life. I need to focus on all that positive and not let a few slip ups over 4 months set me back. I have to keep my eye on the prize.

This is worth it. I'm worth it. I love seeing the results. I just love it. That's what keeps me motivated the most. I posted up a 16 week pic just now. It was a self portrait showing off my new bangs, but you can really start to see the face starting to slim down. :)

[ls_dreamer]

Great attitude Munch!

Keep it up!

[Kitty]

Mindi
You are doing so Great! And since I am proud of your confession here is one of my own. I ate two cherries, I don't get my water in either and I sometimes eat an extra piece of fruit and tell myself that the other fruit I ate was really small so it was okay! YIKES!! We are all guilty but we just need to keep our eyes on the prize! We can finish this diet, all the way through to re feed. You are doing great and bangs are totally in right now...GOOD JOB!!!

[I MUNCH SNOW]

So today was my 16 week weigh in. It was a happy and sad day. Sad because I only lost 4 pounds this month.

Happy because I'm officially at my lowest adult weight ever. I'm 186 today. I got married at 188, 5 years ago and that was my previously lowest ever weight. The other happy point today is that I lost an inch off Chest, waist and hips. This is big. I haven't lost from all three points at the same time since my first month.

I visited my chiropractor today and he asked me if I was done with the diet. Me thinking that he was asking if I had given up or quit. He said 'no no!!... it looks like you're done'. That made me grin from ear to ear. He said I looked fantastic and that I looked really healthy. He was actually concerned that I still need to lose 35 or so more pounds. I'm still a size 14, with some 12's fitting. It's not like I'm a size 6 or something. lol. I will admit I'm a little curious if I can get to that size given how slow my progress has been. I'll re-assess my goal of 150 lbs at the end of this 12 week stretch.

Either way, I continue to plug along. Keep on keeping on. My boyfriend cheered me up and told me 'how hot' I was. LOL. That made me grin. Not gonna lie.

As of last week when I got my list, I've been forcing down all my water. That's the biggest thing that I'm having a hard time with. Onward and upward....

Love,
Mindi

[JenJ]

Doesn't it feel great to be at your lowest adult weight ever?! :) I hit that point a few days ago, made me happy for the rest of the day. :)

I've had probelms drinking all my water too, until recently when I discovered if I drink it with a straw it makes it easier some how to guzzle down whole glasses at a time.

Anyway, I just thought I'd let you know, I think you are doing amazing, and you look really slim in the last pics you posted :)

[I MUNCH SNOW]

Well my 20 week weigh in, and I lost 4 more lbs for a total of 37 now. I just can't see how I'm going to lose 41 more. I'm a size 12 now. My personal goal is a size 6 or 8. I don't really care what the number on the scale is so much. I've gone from a size 18 to a 12 now. Kinda crazy. I've never been a 12 before. I'm not complaining. LOL.

I'll post up pics soon of my latest progress in the picture section. That keeps me motivated as well, seeing the results. The scale isn't moving much this summer but I went from a 16 to a 12 in only like 10-15 pounds. Weird huh? The first size, from an 18 to a 16 took almost 25 pounds. Weird. Oh well, again... who cares... the program is working. LOL

[Cynthia]

Hey Mindi! I totally hear ya..... I've been stuck at a size 12 for over 20 pounds. I started at an 18, fell to a 12 super fast, now I'm stuck here. Oh well, a 12 ain't so bad ;o) Hope you're still doing well!