Mandy's Journey...

[push_it]

Originally Posted by amj0883

Alright..I know I shouldn't feel guilty...but I do! Pancakes, eggs galore, calzone, hot fudge sundae and no workouts this week! That is NOT going to help me reach my ultimate goal....just frustrated with myself...but its over and done with!

We are so much alike it's kind of crazy lol. I feel the exact same as you (having just looked in the mirror and now not liking anything), but we just need to push it aside, look at our goals, set our mind to it and get back into the swing of things. I know it's hard not to sit and dwell on such things but we have to keep on pushin. You've made some amazing progress and shouldn't feel so down.

[twinnett]

To be honest, Mandy, I made tons of progress, mentally and muscle wise while still enjoying treats! It is NOT a bad thing...it's a positive step for you! Keeps the body guessing and it's mentally good for you to see that you can relax on things and enjoy some yummy food and that it will NOT keep you from reaching your goal! Part of that ultimate goal should be a healthier relationship with food, which includes treats w/out feeling guilt! You are dedicated and determined..I know I used to be afraid that I'd start "backsliding" and never want to eat healthy again and that's just silly! After a day or a couple days of eating some treats, I crave my oats, egg whites and protein ice cream!

[Lifting N Tx]

It seems like for many, a big key is being able to let the occasional time when you go off diet not be a reason to go into a total binge. Somehow it seems harder to have a controlled diet break than to be completely strict on a tough diet.

If you can master that, though, an occasional time when you aren't so strict shouldn't set you back much. I hope that you're having a good time and not letting the irritations and diet worries keep you from having fun.

[dukefanregard]

That's too bad you had to deal w/ someone so ignorant.

Yay for spending more time w/ Josh!!

Don't worry about food, like everyone has said, your body will be fine & thank you for a treat.

Hope your week goes well

[IronMaiden1522]

Oh the SIL sounds like real treat Glad you stuck up for yourself though!!!

Its also good that you let up and enjoyed a treat. A Calzone is a good damn choice!! yum!! Ya foods like that do a number on my stomach too, but to enjoy the taste every once and awhile its worth it

[Be-Be]

I was going to give you a pep talk but everyone else already said what I would of so I'll tell you what all of them tell me. Don't be so hard on yourself. Life is a series of steps and as long as you move mostly forward, you'll be okay. Though there are some day I still expect to wake up 50 pounds heavier again. But back to you, life is for living and practicing balance is a skill. You will have great weeks and you will have horrible weeks - and that doesn't just apply to working out and eating plans. Accept that some days your best won't be what you think it ought to be.

[Lckymii]

Thought I would share a motto that has helped me through every part of my life, esp here and with food when you are feeling a bit down, ready for it? drum roll please: Moderation in all things
If you think that way there is no black and white with anything and no good or bad foods. Just simply moderation....
Enjoy your time with your hunny! (and thank you for sharing your yummy food with us )

[Be-Be]

Originally Posted by Lckymii

Thought I would share a motto that has helped me through every part of my life, esp here and with food when you are feeling a bit down, ready for it? drum roll please: Moderation in all things
If you think that way there is no black and white with anything and no good or bad foods. Just simply moderation....
Enjoy your time with your hunny! (and thank you for sharing your yummy food with us )

Moderation

[buttercup963]

Hi Mandy, Just catchin up, like everyone has already said his SIL sounds very ignorant and full of herself, people like that feel the need to upset other people to make themselves feel good, so well done you for standing up to her!
And also your body deserves a treat, you have worked so hard, and no you wont gain 50lbs back by just having 1 meal out and a yummy dessert, made my mouth water reading what you had.....mmmmmm!
Hope you have a good week, glad your enjoying time with Josh.

[twinnett]

If it makes you feel better, I had an icy light frapachiano today and a few butterscotch chips...bunch of reddi wip and a few cake bites yesterday..who cares???? We eat healthy MOST of the time and get in exercise..and we're gaining MUSCLE which requires food!!!

[vanillabn]

Hey Mandy!!
Don't feel bad about the food ... you have been doing awesome, it's not as if you eat out all the time, and a treat is not going to hurt you - as everyone has said so far, moderation!!! Enjoy yourself tonight!!

[Buffycat3]

Hey Hey Mandy
Thanks for posting your weekend....I ejoyed the read. But in the same sense, I am sorry for the SIL drama.
I can't stand people like her!
I know it can be hard, but when around her (or people like her) Just 'smile and nod' , not really in agreeance, but just for the sanity of yourself. Knowing that hard work is the cause of your weight loss success.
And that ANYONE with ANY Genetics can overcome their weight/health issues.
...Ahhh, you know all this already I don't need to say all over again lol

Stay true to yourself, be happy, keep up with your training and diet, and Enjoy Life!

[moisy]

I am glad that you had a great weekend depsite the SIL and her unnecessary words. You have been doing an amazing job transforming your body and also changing your way of thinking when it comes to food. As everyone has mentioned, eating a little off your normal routine is a good thing - not a negative Balance and moderation are key for success and happiness

Have a wonderful day!!!

[jordan1007]

Glad you told off that wacko SIL of yours. Grrrr...

Thanks for visiting my journal, and the nice words were needed!

[brenakadaytona]

hey mandy... droppin in to say hi :P
dont you just hate that word "moderation" haha

[Miss-Sophie]

Don't stress it sweetie! You eat healthy 99% of the time so will a few treat days really effect your overall progress? I THINK NOT! I'm glad you told that silly billy SIL off. A comment like that would have ticked me off as well! The nerve of some people! Enjoy your time with Josh!

[indiglo9124]

Originally Posted by twinnett

Part of that ultimate goal should be a healthier relationship with food, which includes treats w/out feeling guilt!

B-E-A-U-T-I-F-U-L amazing statement right there!

Originally Posted by Be-Be

I was going to give you a pep talk but everyone else already said what I would of

dittox2

By this time, most of that useless guilt should have passed already and you are already moving on Its a part of life and you are WAY too young to put so much emphasis on a bad weekend.

[amj0883]

Originally Posted by push_it

We are so much alike it's kind of crazy lol. I feel the exact same as you (having just looked in the mirror and now not liking anything), but we just need to push it aside, look at our goals, set our mind to it and get back into the swing of things. I know it's hard not to sit and dwell on such things but we have to keep on pushin. You've made some amazing progress and shouldn't feel so down.

I've thought the same thing - we are very similiar!! Thank you sweetie!

Originally Posted by twinnett

To be honest, Mandy, I made tons of progress, mentally and muscle wise while still enjoying treats! It is NOT a bad thing...it's a positive step for you! Keeps the body guessing and it's mentally good for you to see that you can relax on things and enjoy some yummy food and that it will NOT keep you from reaching your goal! Part of that ultimate goal should be a healthier relationship with food, which includes treats w/out feeling guilt! You are dedicated and determined..I know I used to be afraid that I'd start "backsliding" and never want to eat healthy again and that's just silly! After a day or a couple days of eating some treats, I crave my oats, egg whites and protein ice cream!

Your right! I do need a healthier relationship with food and this is a great step in the right direction. Guess what - I didn't gain all 50lbs back overnight...lol

Originally Posted by Lifting N Tx

It seems like for many, a big key is being able to let the occasional time when you go off diet not be a reason to go into a total binge. Somehow it seems harder to have a controlled diet break than to be completely strict on a tough diet.

If you can master that, though, an occasional time when you aren't so strict shouldn't set you back much. I hope that you're having a good time and not letting the irritations and diet worries keep you from having fun.

It is harder to have a diet break!!! I'm learning balance - at least I think I am...lol!! I'm having a great time - thank you!

Originally Posted by dukefanregard

That's too bad you had to deal w/ someone so ignorant.

Yay for spending more time w/ Josh!!

Don't worry about food, like everyone has said, your body will be fine & thank you for a treat.

Hope your week goes well

Thank you - you too! I hope everything works out with Brett!

Originally Posted by jennyg

Oh the SIL sounds like real treat Glad you stuck up for yourself though!!!

Its also good that you let up and enjoyed a treat. A Calzone is a good damn choice!! yum!! Ya foods like that do a number on my stomach too, but to enjoy the taste every once and awhile its worth it

Yep - she is crazy!! I've been craving a calzone for a LONG time and the spinach one was amazing! Very much worth an upset stomach. Did you know Mango has never had one? We've got to expose her to this yumminess

Originally Posted by Be-Be

I was going to give you a pep talk but everyone else already said what I would of so I'll tell you what all of them tell me. Don't be so hard on yourself. Life is a series of steps and as long as you move mostly forward, you'll be okay. Though there are some day I still expect to wake up 50 pounds heavier again. But back to you, life is for living and practicing balance is a skill. You will have great weeks and you will have horrible weeks - and that doesn't just apply to working out and eating plans. Accept that some days your best won't be what you think it ought to be.

Very good words!! Thank you!! I'm glad you understand where I'm coming from!

Originally Posted by Lckymii

Thought I would share a motto that has helped me through every part of my life, esp here and with food when you are feeling a bit down, ready for it? drum roll please: Moderation in all things
If you think that way there is no black and white with anything and no good or bad foods. Just simply moderation....
Enjoy your time with your hunny! (and thank you for sharing your yummy food with us )

Very good motto!! I am loving time with Josh - I hate to leave!

Originally Posted by Be-Be

Moderation

Ugghh...moderation...lol

Originally Posted by buttercup852

Hi Mandy, Just catchin up, like everyone has already said his SIL sounds very ignorant and full of herself, people like that feel the need to upset other people to make themselves feel good, so well done you for standing up to her!
And also your body deserves a treat, you have worked so hard, and no you wont gain 50lbs back by just having 1 meal out and a yummy dessert, made my mouth water reading what you had.....mmmmmm!
Hope you have a good week, glad your enjoying time with Josh.

Thank you - you too!!

Originally Posted by twinnett

If it makes you feel better, I had an icy light frapachiano today and a few butterscotch chips...bunch of reddi wip and a few cake bites yesterday..who cares???? We eat healthy MOST of the time and get in exercise..and we're gaining MUSCLE which requires food!!!

I'm glad you are still enjoying treats!! Your right - if I keep a healthy diet 90% of the time I'm home free! I home your cravings have passed!

Originally Posted by vanillabn

Hey Mandy!!
Don't feel bad about the food ... you have been doing awesome, it's not as if you eat out all the time, and a treat is not going to hurt you - as everyone has said so far, moderation!!! Enjoy yourself tonight!!

Thank you! Dinner was awful! But the company was great - it was worth the 2 hour drive!

Originally Posted by Buffycat3

Hey Hey Mandy
Thanks for posting your weekend....I ejoyed the read. But in the same sense, I am sorry for the SIL drama.
I can't stand people like her!
I know it can be hard, but when around her (or people like her) Just 'smile and nod' , not really in agreeance, but just for the sanity of yourself. Knowing that hard work is the cause of your weight loss success.
And that ANYONE with ANY Genetics can overcome their weight/health issues.
...Ahhh, you know all this already I don't need to say all over again lol

Stay true to yourself, be happy, keep up with your training and diet, and Enjoy Life!

Thanks Joan! Yeah I can usually blow her off - but she's seen me work my butt off and to make stupid comments like that just kinda threw me into a rage...lol! Its OK - she asked me yesterday if I could help her learn to eat healthy...so maybe it was worth it!

Originally Posted by moisy

I am glad that you had a great weekend depsite the SIL and her unnecessary words. You have been doing an amazing job transforming your body and also changing your way of thinking when it comes to food. As everyone has mentioned, eating a little off your normal routine is a good thing - not a negative Balance and moderation are key for success and happiness

Have a wonderful day!!!

Thank you!! I hope you have a wonderful day as well!

Originally Posted by jordan1007

Glad you told off that wacko SIL of yours. Grrrr...

Thanks for visiting my journal, and the nice words were needed!

Anytime sweetie!

Originally Posted by brenakadaytona

hey mandy... droppin in to say hi
dont you just hate that word "moderation" haha

Yes - evil, evil, evil word!

Originally Posted by Miss-Sophie

Don't stress it sweetie! You eat healthy 99% of the time so will a few treat days really effect your overall progress? I THINK NOT! I'm glad you told that silly billy SIL off. A comment like that would have ticked me off as well! The nerve of some people! Enjoy your time with Josh!

Thank you! And your right! Yeah she was asking for it!

Originally Posted by indiglo9124

B-E-A-U-T-I-F-U-Lamazing statement right there!



dittox2

By this time, most of that useless guilt should have passed already and you are already moving on Its a part of life and you are WAY too young to put so much emphasis on a bad weekend.

Yes the guilt is gone and your words really struck me - I am WAY too young to stress over nonsense like that!

[amj0883]

I will update later - but a lot has happened! Josh and I may not be able to move in together until December But it'll be for the best - I can't be selfish!

I'll explain more after we run some errands!!

I hope everyone has a great day!!

[IronCamp]

Sorry to hear that you won't be able to move in with Josh. I await the details.

[push_it]

Just wanted to say good morning. Sorry to hear about the "moving in with Josh situation".

[vanillabn]

Originally Posted by amj0883

I will update later - but a lot has happened! Josh and I may not be able to move in together until December But it'll be for the best - I can't be selfish!

I'll explain more after we run some errands!!

I hope everyone has a great day!!

Oh no... sorry to hear that Keep us posted!!! I'm sure whatever happens, it will be for the best!

[buffpook]

Hi there!

I've heard really good thinks about Body Flow!

Originally Posted by amj0883

I got in a huge fight with his crazy SIL because she tried to tell me that being fat was genetic and that she does feed her family healthy..keep in mind they lived with Josh's mom and dad I know what the eat and the whole family, Mom and Dad (especially) and then 4 kids. So I lost it in the middle of the BBQ - especially when she made the comment how EASY it is to lose the weight. Um...I've busted my ass for a year crazy lady so shove that up your A$$!! I didn't cause a huge scene I just kinda told her how I felt and continued with the party - she is very rude to the entire family so noone blamed me.

That's cool that you were able to speak your mind! And kinda "stick up for everyone" in the process... I love it when people blame weight gain on bad genetics and use it as an excuse not to do anything. My parents didn't give me the best genetics in the world, but I try hard, damn it! LOL!

Mmmmmm calzones are yummy! I tried making a homemade one at one time... it was sooooo good - but a lot of work!

I'm glad you got to spend time with Josh!

[buffpook]

Originally Posted by amj0883

I will update later - but a lot has happened! Josh and I may not be able to move in together until December But it'll be for the best - I can't be selfish!

I'll explain more after we run some errands!!

I hope everyone has a great day!!

(Just read this)

Oh nooo!!!!!!!! Looking forward to an update.....

[dukefanregard]

I hope everything works out w/ Josh & the moving. If not just remember, sometimes the things that mean the most are worth the wait.

Xx(hugs)xX

[doindbt]

Hey sweetie just checking in. Sorry to hear about the move being postponed.

[AbramsAM]

Just popping in - I'll wait for your update...

[girl22]

Hi Mandy! Just waiting for the update...

[twinnett]

Hey there Tiger!!! How are things?? Sorry to hear about you and Josh!! Things always work out for a reason though! Hang in there!

[lululemon]

Hi mandy!

Just popping in to see how the week off of lifting is treating you