LIVE WELL LAUGH OFTEN LOVE MUCH http://www.extrapounds.com/blog/livewell One day at a time... en All rights reserved Weight loss extrapounds v2 http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss 1440 http://www.extrapounds.com/images/avatars/users/livewell.gif Avatar http://www.extrapounds.com/ 100 100 One day at a time... Cloudy Day http://www.extrapounds.com/blog/livewell/comments/320192/cloudy-day <p>It is so cloudy out today!&nbsp; Oh well!&nbsp; We are supposed to have a great weekend!&nbsp; Can you believe it?&nbsp; Five pounds down!&nbsp; I was so excited.&nbsp; I know once school is out, I'll do much better.&nbsp; I have 16 more days of hormonal teenagers and then I am free!&nbsp; I can't wait.&nbsp; I so need a break.&nbsp; This has been a tough year for me.</p> <p>I think I am going to plant some flowers this weekend.&nbsp; I, all of&nbsp;the sudden, have a green thumb.&nbsp; I hope a bird does not makes it's home in my fern this year.&nbsp;</p> <p>Well, have a great Thursday!</p> <a href="http://www.extrapounds.com/blog/livewell/comments/320192/cloudy-day">Comments(0)</a> 320192 Wednesday, December 5, 2007 00:01:12 Thursday of beginnings http://www.extrapounds.com/blog/livewell/comments/317620/thursday-of-beginnings <p>Well, I am back after a&nbsp;long long time.&nbsp; I have had a lot going on.&nbsp; This past October the doctor found a bump on my leg that did not look right.&nbsp; He decided to do a biopsy and then surgery.&nbsp; I was out of exercising on and off for about 2 months.&nbsp; Those two months happened to fall during Christmas time.&nbsp; I have gained almost all of the weight back I had lost several years ago.&nbsp; I've battled a lot of depression, but I am happy to say that I am finally back on plan.&nbsp; It has taken me a long while, but I feel ready to do it for good this time.&nbsp; I am exercising and finally eating on points.&nbsp; I am ready to do this!</p> <a href="http://www.extrapounds.com/blog/livewell/comments/317620/thursday-of-beginnings">Comments(0)</a> 317620 Monday, December 3, 2007 22:04:11 I'm back! http://www.extrapounds.com/blog/livewell/comments/231352/im-back Okay, I know it has been ages since I've posted!&nbsp; My life has been crazy.&nbsp; My new job has kept me quiet busy and graduate school is just way busy.&nbsp; I've stayed the same weight during my absence, but that is good.&nbsp; I've started at a Boot Camp place and I love it.&nbsp; I've lost several inches, but I still weigh the same, but I am getting muscles.&nbsp; I mean real muscles!&nbsp; Everything is just crazy.&nbsp; I still don't feel like I have time to breath and I am happy that I have maintained because when things get crazy- I tend to eat!&nbsp; I hope to post a little more often.&nbsp; I've got a lot of catching up to do with out you bloggers.&nbsp; I hope everyone is having a nice weekend.&nbsp; I posted two new pics of myself!&nbsp; It is amazing how much my hair has changed and I really have a curvy figure.&nbsp; I am kinda of proud of myself.&nbsp; I hope to hear from you all soon! <a href="http://www.extrapounds.com/blog/livewell/comments/231352/im-back">Comments(0)</a> 231352 Monday, October 30, 2006 22:00:23 quiet sunday http://www.extrapounds.com/blog/livewell/comments/192661/quiet-sunday <p>Today has been really quiet.&nbsp; I went to the mall early and looked around and had lunch with my mom.&nbsp; I hate when I get into these moods where I just want to be quiet.&nbsp; It kinda makes me sad, but I'll get over it.&nbsp; I think what it is is that I ran into someone I used to work with and she now has a baby.&nbsp; Everyone is growing up.&nbsp; I mean we aren't kids anymore.&nbsp; We are adults.&nbsp; It feels so odd.</p> <p>Even though I've eaten out the last two days, I've stayed on points.&nbsp; I'm up a little because I had some chips and it is taking a few days to get back down.&nbsp; I swear if I don't get down to 145 by the time I start back to work I'll just scream.&nbsp; I've been walking and going to Curves, so there is no reason why I shouldn't lose.&nbsp; I just wish it would hurry up and start to come off.&nbsp;&nbsp; Oh!&nbsp; On a wonderful note- a pair of jeans that I loved finally fit again.&nbsp; They don't fit like they used to, but they look good!&nbsp; I'm so happy.&nbsp; I guess I'm slimming up in my thighs and butt!&nbsp; Yeah me!&nbsp; Well, I'll write and let everyone know how my first day of classes go tomorrow.&nbsp; Have a good rest of your day!</p> <a href="http://www.extrapounds.com/blog/livewell/comments/192661/quiet-sunday">Comments(1)</a> 192661 Thursday, December 7, 2006 00:01:18 Happy Weekend! http://www.extrapounds.com/blog/livewell/comments/192402/happy-weekend I hope everyone is having a great weekend.&nbsp; I have a dinner date tonight with a friend.&nbsp; I'm excited.&nbsp; I haven't seen her in a month or so.&nbsp; Things are going good.&nbsp; I've been walking every night and I feel like I am starting to tighten up in my legs and stomach.&nbsp; The scale is not moving yet and I am trying not to get frustrated.&nbsp; I know it takes time for exercise routines to take affect, but I want it to happen right now!&nbsp; I start school on Monday.&nbsp; I am a little nervous.&nbsp; I haven't been to school in awhile- I mean I am a teacher, but you know- I haven't been the one getting the grade!&nbsp; I'll keep you all posted.&nbsp; Well, I'm off to clean.&nbsp; I hope everyone has a great weekend!&nbsp; <a href="http://www.extrapounds.com/blog/livewell/comments/192402/happy-weekend">Comments(1)</a> 192402 Tuesday, December 5, 2006 21:00:14 trudging a long http://www.extrapounds.com/blog/livewell/comments/190569/trudging-a-long <p>Well, things are moving along.&nbsp; I've been walking now for about three weeks, so I am anxious to see when it will start taking affect.&nbsp; I can already tell it is helping in my stomach and thighs, but not much on the scale.&nbsp; I'm going to keep doing it and just see what happens.&nbsp; I have my points down and I feel good about myself.&nbsp; I feel like I am doing something good for myself.&nbsp; I start grad school on Monday.&nbsp; I'm a little scared, but I know I can do it.&nbsp; I like school.&nbsp; Isn't that weird?&nbsp; My brother always called me a nerd.&nbsp; Well, this is going to be an adventure indeed.&nbsp; Plus, my new job is going to keep me busy as well.&nbsp; How exciting.&nbsp; Change is always the spice of life!&nbsp; Have a great day!</p> <a href="http://www.extrapounds.com/blog/livewell/comments/190569/trudging-a-long">Comments(0)</a> 190569 Tuesday, December 5, 2006 22:06:16 Happy Tuesday! http://www.extrapounds.com/blog/livewell/comments/187190/happy-tuesday Hey there everyone.&nbsp; I lost .8 pounds!&nbsp; Woo Hoo!&nbsp; Hey, I'll take anything I can.&nbsp; Today has been a good day point wise.&nbsp; I feel better today, but I am pmsing really bad!&nbsp; Midol anyone! <img src="http://www.extrapounds.com/fckeditor/editor/images/smiley/msn/confused_smile.gif" />&nbsp; I'm getting excited about starting school.&nbsp; I have that urge to go buy school supplies.&nbsp; I have to admit that I am a nerd!&nbsp; I get excited over new pens and notebooks.&nbsp; Target has some really cute notebooks!&nbsp; I think I'll get me some.&nbsp; I'm going walking tonight.&nbsp; Last night was my night off.&nbsp; I walked six days straight!&nbsp; I am really proud of myself.&nbsp; I know I am going to see big changes.&nbsp; Well, I hope everyone has a great day!&nbsp; Smile!! <a href="http://www.extrapounds.com/blog/livewell/comments/187190/happy-tuesday">Comments(3)</a> 187190 Tuesday, December 5, 2006 23:09:17 I'm back! http://www.extrapounds.com/blog/livewell/comments/185999/im-back <p>I know it has been forever since I posted.&nbsp; A lot of changes have happened for me.&nbsp; First off, I got a new job.&nbsp; I won't have to commute anymore and it is going to be a big pay raise.&nbsp; I'm real excited.&nbsp; Second off, I'm getting my masters.&nbsp; I start in July.&nbsp; Things have been just crazy.&nbsp; I've been doing pretty well.&nbsp; I went through a major happy phase when I got my job.&nbsp; I celebrated with everyone.&nbsp; So, that was a set back.&nbsp; I've been doing well for about 2 weeks and I have lost 3 pounds.&nbsp; I'm happy, but I still can't get over how much I have gained.&nbsp; It doesn't even feel like I gained.&nbsp; The only time it does is when I try on a few clothes.&nbsp; I've been walking like a mad lady!&nbsp; I've walked every night this week!&nbsp; I'm so proud of myself.&nbsp; I've also started walking a trail.&nbsp; It is so beautiful.</p> <p>Today was a set back because of Father's Day, but I split my entree with my mom, so I don't feel as bad.&nbsp; I'm going to try and start posting&nbsp; more often.&nbsp; I hope all is well.&nbsp; I'm going to go and catch up with everyone.&nbsp; Happy Father's Day!</p> <a href="http://www.extrapounds.com/blog/livewell/comments/185999/im-back">Comments(0)</a> 185999 Tuesday, December 5, 2006 23:07:15 Off the wagon! http://www.extrapounds.com/blog/livewell/comments/173017/off-the-wagon <p>Oh you guys!&nbsp; I've fallen.&nbsp; I've had so much going on with work that I've just been eating whatever I want.&nbsp; And it is TOM and I am not happy.&nbsp; Work has been crazy because we are nearing the end of the school year.&nbsp; Semester tests to be taken. Deciding who will pass and so on- crazy I tell you!&nbsp; I've also had award dinners and employee dinners and I've just eaten.&nbsp; I have not made myself accountable at all.</p> <p>My hubby's papaw had a stroke and then this morning he has been having problems and I just don't know what to think.&nbsp; I'm ready for things to slow down.&nbsp; I'm ready to be back on a schedule.&nbsp; </p> <p>I usually am good about not letting busy times stress me out, but I haven't been good about this time.&nbsp; I've let it get to me and when I am stressed, I eat and eat.&nbsp; I need to learn to exercise when I am stressed.</p> <p>I'll get myself back on schedule.&nbsp; It is a must.&nbsp; Well, have a great Friday!</p> <a href="http://www.extrapounds.com/blog/livewell/comments/173017/off-the-wagon">Comments(3)</a> 173017 Monday, December 4, 2006 22:05:15 Happy Thursday! http://www.extrapounds.com/blog/livewell/comments/167469/happy-thursday <p>So, Mother's Day messed me up.&nbsp; Isn't it amazing that one little day can mess you up?&nbsp; Well, I'm back today!&nbsp; I told myself that it is that simple.&nbsp; How stupid to be working so hard and then just throw it all away!&nbsp; On a good note, a coworker&nbsp;has decided to start back to WW.&nbsp; I'm really happy about that.&nbsp; Hopefully, next year when we come back to school, we both will feel wonderful about ourselves.&nbsp; It will be nice having a cohort when it comes to eating things in the lounge.&nbsp; It will be nice to have someone who will remind me how hard I've worked.&nbsp; </p> <p>I'm so glad that the weekend is almost here.&nbsp; It has been a long week.&nbsp; My hubby and I are going to a graduation this weekend.&nbsp; I hope it won't last too long.&nbsp; I know the graduates are excited, but it sure takes a long time.&nbsp; I usually start to get hungry half way through.&nbsp; Well, I hope everyone has a great day!</p> <a href="http://www.extrapounds.com/blog/livewell/comments/167469/happy-thursday">Comments(2)</a> 167469 Monday, December 4, 2006 23:07:10