tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-875099505545555742.post9098251828767262185..comments2023-05-10T02:47:51.886-07:00Comments on GOSSELINS DO NOT NEED OUR PITY: OPEN DISCUSSIONUnknownnoreply@blogger.comBlogger40125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-875099505545555742.post-49147696253760577842009-05-14T14:53:00.000-07:002009-05-14T14:53:00.000-07:00No problem! It could be just a states thing..........No problem! It could be just a states thing........Jacelynnhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02787995025821573869noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-875099505545555742.post-5375587576667396342009-05-14T14:51:00.000-07:002009-05-14T14:51:00.000-07:00Jacelynn--thank you so much! You are so sweet for ...Jacelynn--thank you so much! You are so sweet for checking. <br /><br />I plan on going next week to sign up for a membership. <br /><br />Maybe it was just here in the states? <br /><br />thanks again for checking!Theresahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06640333502031398121noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-875099505545555742.post-33126327972670491962009-05-14T14:44:00.000-07:002009-05-14T14:44:00.000-07:00Theresa: I went to costco this afternoon and I cou...Theresa: I went to costco this afternoon and I couldn't even find nutri-system, sorry :( Maybe they don't carry it in Canada?Jacelynnhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02787995025821573869noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-875099505545555742.post-7528390408779933012009-05-13T12:02:00.000-07:002009-05-13T12:02:00.000-07:00I'm so excited about LOST.
Its just too bad the ...I'm so excited about LOST. <br /><br />Its just too bad the season was so short.MommyZingerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04998105818316217574noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-875099505545555742.post-11488017170220633012009-05-12T11:01:00.000-07:002009-05-12T11:01:00.000-07:00My goal is to get 3-4 hours of good exercise a day...<B>My goal is to get 3-4 hours of good exercise a day with Sundays a day of rest/fun.</B>That's about 3-1/2 hours more than I have set as a goal! 1/2 hour is my limit. Ugh! Respect and admiration from me to you Amommynous.<br /><br />Weed, congratulations. I might just try walking again. <br /><br />Thanks!Annhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05884219068017641778noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-875099505545555742.post-46885860602458255052009-05-12T09:15:00.000-07:002009-05-12T09:15:00.000-07:00Weed- that is AWESOME! Truly amazing, you should b...Weed- that is AWESOME! Truly amazing, you should be very proud of yourself :)Samantha@IWhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11277929176284771513noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-875099505545555742.post-34045755970785707742009-05-12T08:52:00.000-07:002009-05-12T08:52:00.000-07:00Jenn, I have tried the Hollywood Cookie Diet. The ...Jenn, I have tried the Hollywood Cookie Diet. The cookies only taste sort of okay if you heat them up in the microwave for 20-30 seconds. The biggest problem I had was that they didn't make me feel full the way they were supposed to. My appetite was the same. That was me, though. It might work for you. If you want to try it just go to Amazon or some other discount place on the net and buy only 1 box to try. <br /><br />I decided to switch back to SlimFast for something to help with hunger at snack times. SlimFast has the same basic concept as the cookies and the new cappuccino flavor is actually pretty good.marielnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-875099505545555742.post-67131561638254325102009-05-12T08:43:00.000-07:002009-05-12T08:43:00.000-07:00Walk - seriously. I lost 117 lbs by walking first...Walk - seriously. I lost 117 lbs by walking first around the neighborhood then I bought myself a treadmill for the days it was too cold and rainy - but when the the weather gets beautiful, I'm back outside. Of course I had to eat right - but I was able to still have a snack. I went with the Lean Cuisines - but since walking raised my metabolism - I was able to have that ice cream every once in awhile and not worry. It took me about a year to lose it and it's been 3 years and I've been able to keep it off - now granted I do wiggle with 5-7 pounds, I put it on and take it off very easy (both ways) I just didn't realize how much I wasn't moving - Period!! and with the exercise and changing my diet I was floored. It is hard though because it was never this hard when I was younger - as you age and also hitting menopause - it's a rough road. I had surgically induced menopause and was not able to use the HRT due to blood clots and that's when I really started packing on the pounds - but I'm very comfortable with myself now and that's what's important. I was able to come off my high blood pressure medication, I still have to take my heart medication but that's a rest of my life type deal. If you have a pooch or little kid - pile them in a stroller and get to walking. It's amazing how with a little walking and raising your metabolism it really changed my life - I just didn't get it before. Good Luck to all - it takes time and with our lives as busy as ever it really is hard to fit the time in but you NEED that time to yourself, just a 1/2 hour a day and you'll be amazed at the difference.Weedhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11146585107478885076noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-875099505545555742.post-12229698670065616482009-05-12T07:41:00.000-07:002009-05-12T07:41:00.000-07:00I know this sounds easy, and actually it is, just ...I know this sounds easy, and actually it is, just eat 50% less. Smaller bowl of cereal in the a.m., half a sandwhich instead of a whole, 10 chips instead of 20. You get the idea. It does work and you don't feel deprived. I walk 5 days a week with my dog.<br /><br />Good luck to everyone who is trying.!Illinois Momnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-875099505545555742.post-3845326997689802062009-05-12T07:34:00.000-07:002009-05-12T07:34:00.000-07:00Thanks for the link Liza Beth, that list is REALLY...Thanks for the link Liza Beth, that list is REALLY going to come in handy! (for me anyways :)Jacelynnhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02787995025821573869noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-875099505545555742.post-33354755918414618832009-05-12T07:13:00.000-07:002009-05-12T07:13:00.000-07:00http://www.businesscreditcards.com/bootstrapper/ne...http://www.businesscreditcards.com/bootstrapper/negative-calorie-foods-15-foods-that-actually-burn-more-calories-than-they-contain/<br /><br />Just found this link-- it is a list of 15 foods that burn more calories than they contain. Now THIS is how to lose weight :). Dieting should be about making sure you eat healthy, so hopefully bulking up on these foods will give you a jump start to losing weight for summer!Lizzyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07466216446332311525noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-875099505545555742.post-12797348824290328002009-05-12T06:16:00.000-07:002009-05-12T06:16:00.000-07:00Amomynous, could you shoot me an email?
If any...Amomynous, could you shoot me an email? <br /><br /><br />If anyone is interested, I'd love to be accountability partners or something with pushups/situps :). I need to get my arms toned up for summer!Lizzyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07466216446332311525noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-875099505545555742.post-66047817386945962432009-05-12T06:09:00.000-07:002009-05-12T06:09:00.000-07:00I am trying to lose weight as well--I'm working on...I am trying to lose weight as well--I'm working on the biggest loser approach...very controlled healthful meals and snacks and lots of exercise to jumpstart the process. (I'm going on that the past people who are still successful do have more normal workout routines).<br /><br />Time for me to lose 45 pounds and get that rock solid atheletic body I have always wanted! Let's here it for thighs that don't rub together! Hip Hip Hooray! Thighs--you listening? THat could be you one day!<br /><br />Today is a weird day as hubby and I were up too late last night talking....BUT<br /><br />My plan is wake up and walk for 60-90 minutes on the treadmill and shower.<br /><br />Then later in the day I hit the gym--yesterday I did 15 minutes on this really cool climber that works the hiney.<br /><br />Yesterday's gym date was short due to a time crunch.<br /><br />Then in the evenings after all the kids are asleep, I plan to hop on the treadmill again.<br /><br />My goal is to get 3-4 hours of good exercise a day with Sundays a day of rest/fun.<br /><br />The reason--nothing else has been working and I have been giving up every single time and stuffing my face in self pity.<br /><br />I'm hoping that I can break this post-baby plateau that I have been stuck at.<br /><br />I think they say that with each baby it gets harder to lose the weight.<br /><br />I think the last has been especially difficult b/c one would think my uterus was in my behind and thighs given all the stubborn weight refusing to move.<br /><br />I know spurts in exercise are good plateau breakers--so I am going to use that as my jump start.<br /><br /><br /><br /><br />Oh wow my three kids--what a story! We will add them to our prayers.A Mom-ynousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-875099505545555742.post-20542459550747973592009-05-12T06:00:00.000-07:002009-05-12T06:00:00.000-07:00I love the picture on the blog right now. So cool!...I love the picture on the blog right now. So cool!<br /><br />Sandy--are you drinking lots of water?A Mom-ynousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-875099505545555742.post-73902125772446376892009-05-11T20:48:00.000-07:002009-05-11T20:48:00.000-07:00Bigis88, btw, my blech was aimed at what you had t...Bigis88, btw, my blech was aimed at what you had to deal with and having to go to the faculty, not w/your actual work.merrywayhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15003385150622139910noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-875099505545555742.post-5934614764176595392009-05-11T20:18:00.000-07:002009-05-11T20:18:00.000-07:00Three Amazing Kids. I am so happy for you and wan...Three Amazing Kids. I am so happy for you and wanted to thank you for sharing all that you have. It didn't sound like blather to me, it sounded like you've been through a lot and grown from it. I'm sure you're ecstatic. I wish good health for you all. <br /><br />Bigis88, blech, that sounds tedious and frustrating. Again, blech!<br />I hope you find some students to tutor. Does it seem like forever before your trip, or is it going fast?merrywayhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15003385150622139910noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-875099505545555742.post-32577310828653968072009-05-11T19:38:00.000-07:002009-05-11T19:38:00.000-07:00That is great news about your son Three amazing ki...That is great news about your son Three amazing kids. I will pray for your friend's little girl. It breaks my heart when little souls are sick. God bless your family and your friends family.Darlene Williamshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00707107140495194974noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-875099505545555742.post-3379360577770569832009-05-11T19:36:00.000-07:002009-05-11T19:36:00.000-07:00Three Amazing Kids, thank you for posting your fri...Three Amazing Kids, thank you for posting your friend's blog. And thank you for sharing your story and keeping us up to date.<br />You are all in my prayers.<br />God's Blessings on you all.Eileenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13679894230965874631noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-875099505545555742.post-38107546838776853592009-05-11T19:08:00.000-07:002009-05-11T19:08:00.000-07:00TAK: Will definitely pray for your friend and cont...TAK: Will definitely pray for your friend and continue praying for not only you but all the great people I have "met" on here.Jacelynnhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02787995025821573869noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-875099505545555742.post-936248064117133842009-05-11T18:46:00.000-07:002009-05-11T18:46:00.000-07:00I really feel like I have to share this. This is g...I really feel like I have to share this. This is going to sound strange, but when my son was waiting to go back for his surgery we were stuck in a room for 6 hours that we could not leave because he is colonized with someting called MRSA that he got in the NICU. Immagine being stuck in a small room with a tv, some toys, and a sink with a very hungry and cranky 3 year old. I broke at hour four and asked the nurses what was going on. They told me that the patient infront of my son had a life threatening medical emergency and that there was nothing they could do but have us wait. They gave us a video game system so I could play video games for him and let him sit in my lap and watch (he loves doing that at home with Daddy). I learned something about myself in those six hours. I have also really learned that the small anoyances are meaningless. I would much rather be the one with the anoyed three year old than be the parent in the waiting room wondering if their child would live or die. After they brought him back for his surgery, I saw the sick child's parents in the waiting room. You did not even have to ask which ones they were because it was very obvious. The unit my son was on is right next to the pediatric ICU, and I saw them a few times on the elevators. I would say a prayer for them each time I saw them. I also saw a lot of sad cases on my son's unit. My son was the healthiest and highest functioning kid there. There were a lot of kids and babies who's parents have pretty much given up on them and have abandonded them. We have endured multiplie hospitalizations amongst the kids, but for some reason this go around has been really different. I feel like for the first time my son has a new lease on life. Also by seeing what other kids and families are going through, the minor irritations just do not get to me anymore. It is hard to put it into words. Sorry to blather.<br /><br />Anyhow, would you guys please mind praying for a dear friend of mine? She has a baby the same age as my son who was just in the hospital. Her daughter is in the hospital right now and has been for the past few months. Things are really bad for her. http://tinyurl.com/pfu8yhQhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08288164005109669267noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-875099505545555742.post-79454075641702456262009-05-11T18:01:00.000-07:002009-05-11T18:01:00.000-07:00Three, I am so glad everything went well... though...Three, I am so glad everything went well... though I do not envy you sitting through constant Teletubbies. That would drive me up the wall :).<br /><br />I recently gave up caffeine and soda, which was easier than I thought it would be. I have never been a water drinker but that is now all I drink most days! I did have a Sprite the other day as a special treat, but found I was so thirsty after it that I just chugged my water. Anyway, all that to say-- its helping me lose weight :). I am not unhappy with my size but just hope to feel better and have all my clothes just fit a little looser. Also, giving up caffeine has done wonders for my sleep at night. I've been falling asleep faster, sleeping deeper, and waking up more refreshed-- all of which help me feel better and thus help me make better food choices.Lizzyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07466216446332311525noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-875099505545555742.post-78415509674629935942009-05-11T17:57:00.000-07:002009-05-11T17:57:00.000-07:00Has anyone ever tried those cookie diets?Has anyone ever tried those cookie diets?Jennhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10721725050355310577noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-875099505545555742.post-79545234691082892032009-05-11T17:56:00.000-07:002009-05-11T17:56:00.000-07:00Three Amazing Kids: I am soooooo glad your sons su...Three Amazing Kids: I am soooooo glad your sons surgery went well! <br /><br />Theresa: No problem at all. I will either go Thurs or Friday so I'll let you know around then. :)Jacelynnhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02787995025821573869noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-875099505545555742.post-22635467934494689642009-05-11T17:07:00.000-07:002009-05-11T17:07:00.000-07:00That is fantastic Three Amazing Kids!! Good to hea...That is fantastic Three Amazing Kids!! Good to hear!<br /><br />What a perfect Mother's day gift for you.Theresahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06640333502031398121noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-875099505545555742.post-35106544919247972702009-05-11T17:02:00.000-07:002009-05-11T17:02:00.000-07:00My son's surgery went well and we are home! :)
He...My son's surgery went well and we are home! :)<br /><br />He forced me to watch the same Teletubbies DVD over and over in the hospital. However, it made him feel better and was totally worth it.Qhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08288164005109669267noreply@blogger.com