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by sweetsong32
Tue Apr 29, 2008 10:11 pm
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Sweetsong's check in
Replies: 26
Views: 32086

Day 22 and 23

both successes

Have only lost 7 pounds.

going slow. Just trying to hang in there. :D
by sweetsong32
Mon Apr 28, 2008 1:22 am
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: The 21(day) Club
Replies: 839
Views: 1229722

TODAY is day 21 for me.
This has been a God send.
I only had one failure...on Friday- I had desert. It was really good too! :oops:
My S days have not been a struggle either. But enjoyable.

However, I do like the structure of my N days and am ready to get 'back to it' on Monday.
:D
by sweetsong32
Mon Apr 28, 2008 1:19 am
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Sweetsong's check in
Replies: 26
Views: 32086

DAY 21!!! YUP!!! Made it 3 weeks. And what a ride it has been. It has been really good except for my one failure on Friday when I had dessert. OH well. Today was an S day. Didnt over do it. ONly had 2 meals again. and a handful of peanut m & m's. My daughter bought me a frosty from Wendy's. So I had...
by sweetsong32
Sun Apr 27, 2008 1:01 pm
Forum: No S Diet General Discussion
Topic: First red day.
Replies: 7
Views: 12214

Good for you for jumping back on 'it' so quickly! I had my first red day on Friday. I had desert after supper. It had been a rough week (dad was in the hospital most of the week) and I was at the hospital with him. THe 2 days I went to work, my students were very chatty and I was just plain wore out...
by sweetsong32
Sun Apr 27, 2008 12:54 pm
Forum: No S Diet General Discussion
Topic: Don't like s days
Replies: 23
Views: 25823

This is what I do...whether it is "right" or not...I dont know.... Because of the whold habit thing, I go ahead and plan to have 3 meals. BUT BECAUSE it is an S day, I allow some leeway if needed. For example, yesterday, I was not hungry at supper, so i didnt eat. IF it had been an N day, I would pr...
by sweetsong32
Sun Apr 27, 2008 12:45 pm
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Sweetsong's check in
Replies: 26
Views: 32086

Day 20 An S Day! Wasnt very hungry today. I didnt eat 3 meals, nor did I really snack. I did have a cinnamon roll with breakfast. At lunch, instead of eating a 'normal' meal, Ihad fritos and sausage dip. Was not hungry anymore the rest of the day. Had a SMALL handful of m&m's. and that was it. Never...
by sweetsong32
Sat Apr 26, 2008 1:34 pm
Forum: No S Diet General Discussion
Topic: Introducing Myself
Replies: 34
Views: 37462

Hi everyone! I will be 39 on July 28th. I teach 4th grade at a private Christian school in South Georgia. I have a wonderful teenage (yes, I used the two words together...there is sucha thing as wonderful teen! lol) daughter who is 16. We have 3 beautiful cats. Two Persians; baby who is 7 and Pookie...
by sweetsong32
Sat Apr 26, 2008 2:03 am
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Sweetsong's check in
Replies: 26
Views: 32086

Day 19.

one failure.
I had dessert at supper time.
yup. ordered a very small supper plate (off the kids menu), then ordered dessert.

oh well.
by sweetsong32
Thu Apr 24, 2008 9:20 pm
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Sweetsong's check in
Replies: 26
Views: 32086

day 18

success
by sweetsong32
Thu Apr 24, 2008 2:31 am
Forum: No S Diet General Discussion
Topic: Collateral Benefits
Replies: 16
Views: 22811

I have some similar experiences. Food has become more special to me. NOT in an obssesive way, but a more appreciative way. Now that I only 'get' 3 meals, I want them to count. So I too have started cooking more meaningful meals. I LOVE cooking too. I am learning to savor every bite. I have not seen ...
by sweetsong32
Thu Apr 24, 2008 2:23 am
Forum: No S Diet General Discussion
Topic: It's getting easier!
Replies: 7
Views: 13637

I agree! This new way of eating is so freeing.
This is my third week on habit and I am so loving it.
I am so thankful I saw that issue of Woman's World!
by sweetsong32
Thu Apr 24, 2008 2:16 am
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Noel's Daily Check-In
Replies: 258
Views: 166087

Hi !
Congrats on be successful yesterday and today.
Homemade pasta?? YUM!
Pasta is my favorite! I could so totally eat it twice a day every day.

:D
by sweetsong32
Thu Apr 24, 2008 2:13 am
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Stacy's check in
Replies: 7
Views: 14081

AWWWW Stacy jo, I am so sorry about you being let go from your job today.

Good for you for sticking to your habit inspite of difficult circumstances!
by sweetsong32
Thu Apr 24, 2008 2:11 am
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: That old time feeling
Replies: 1
Views: 6070

Hi Mollymouse! :D
Welcome to the group.
Congrats on your successful day!
by sweetsong32
Thu Apr 24, 2008 1:05 am
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Sweetsong's check in
Replies: 26
Views: 32086

DAY 17 SUCCESS Been a tough few days. Dad in the hospital again. He has pneumonia. Surprsingly enough I have been able to stick to this plan. The only thing is I have been REALLY craving a sugar soda. I waited until I got home tonight and drank a small glass of OJ, hoping that would help hold back t...
by sweetsong32
Wed Apr 23, 2008 2:46 am
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Sweetsong's check in
Replies: 26
Views: 32086

Day 16

SUCCESS

Did not eat very much today. Honestly, no appetite.
by sweetsong32
Mon Apr 21, 2008 11:34 pm
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Sweetsong's check in
Replies: 26
Views: 32086

Day 15

SUCCESS

My appetite is down. I left half my supper on my plate. Just couldnt eat any more.

:) [/quote]
by sweetsong32
Mon Apr 21, 2008 10:14 pm
Forum: No S Diet General Discussion
Topic: Which "S" is hardest for you to let go of?
Replies: 46
Views: 42495

I guess snacks. Mainly at night around 8ish. Every day gets a little easier.
:=)
by sweetsong32
Mon Apr 21, 2008 9:58 pm
Forum: No S Diet General Discussion
Topic: Is it just me or........
Replies: 5
Views: 10977

Yes, I too have noticed changes. I was an avid soda (dr. pepper, coke) drinker. I really thought it would be hard to give them up. But it wasnt. I dont even miss them. NOW I do drink JUST ONE DIET dr. pepper daily with lunch. That is it. But I dont miss the sweet sodas at all. Today (my 15th day) I ...
by sweetsong32
Sun Apr 20, 2008 8:07 pm
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Sweetsong's check in
Replies: 26
Views: 32086

Day 14
S Day!

I made french toast for breakfast!

Then for a late lunch, early supper, I made beans/weenies. I LOVE baked beans/weenies. I had been craving it for a while.
And it was so worth the wait!! YUM.

:=)

I can NOT believe I start week 3 tomorrow!!!!! woo hoo!
by sweetsong32
Sun Apr 20, 2008 3:09 am
Forum: No S Diet General Discussion
Topic: How's everyone's weekend going so far?
Replies: 12
Views: 19214

This way of eating has changed the way I view food. I now think twice before I put something in my mouth. Now dont misunderstand, I do NOTobsses over food. BUT I do put thought into my meals, because since I only get three a day, I want to make sure they are tasty and sustainable. The same with my S...
by sweetsong32
Sat Apr 19, 2008 7:07 pm
Forum: No S Diet General Discussion
Topic: Starting the diet on Monday...
Replies: 8
Views: 14599

Welcome Randycandy! I too love my sodas. I went ahead and went cold turkey when I started this new way of eating 2 weeks ago. I do allow myself One (and ONLY one) diet dr. pepper at lunch. For me, I needed that caffine (or at least I tell myself that;=) ) to get through my afternoon with my students...
by sweetsong32
Sat Apr 19, 2008 5:51 pm
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Sweetsong's check in
Replies: 26
Views: 32086

Day 13
An S Day

Skipped breakfast because I slept though it! (was at the ER until 4:30am with my dad)
Fun lunch had fried pork loins and ovenfried potatoes.
Ate a brownie (YUM) for lunch.
by sweetsong32
Sat Apr 19, 2008 5:35 pm
Forum: No S Diet General Discussion
Topic: What is for dinner (or breakfast or lunch!) 4-19-08
Replies: 18
Views: 25162

I slept through breakfast since I was at the ER until 4:30 am with my dad. (He is fine now) Anyway, I awoke around 10:30, so I skipped breakfast. For lunch I fried up some lean pork and oven fried some potatoes with garlic and herbs. THEN baked some brownies and had one. For supper? I dont know. But...
by sweetsong32
Sat Apr 19, 2008 5:24 pm
Forum: No S Diet General Discussion
Topic: Here's a strange dilemma....
Replies: 31
Views: 32956

I just made a batch of double fudge brownies....and oh my...they were so yummy. I ate one after lunch. I plan on having another one tomorrow.
by sweetsong32
Sat Apr 19, 2008 5:21 pm
Forum: No S Diet General Discussion
Topic: Do you use the HabitCal feature?
Replies: 11
Views: 18152

Yes, I use it and love it! I like seeing all the green. It also helps to keep me on track during the day, b/c I do NOT want to put a red box on my calendar!!!!!
:D
by sweetsong32
Sat Apr 19, 2008 1:38 am
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Sweetsong's check in
Replies: 26
Views: 32086

Day 12
Success
by sweetsong32
Fri Apr 18, 2008 1:54 am
Forum: No S Diet General Discussion
Topic: POLL: Are you on the No-S Discussion while at work?
Replies: 12
Views: 19004

No, I dont check the boards at work.
I am a teacher, so I have little time at my desk during the work day. And once the kids leave, I am busy grading papers or preparing for the next day.
:=)
by sweetsong32
Fri Apr 18, 2008 12:31 am
Forum: No S Diet General Discussion
Topic: What's for Dinner Tonight?
Replies: 70
Views: 57238

Chicken with cajun spice slow cooked in the crock pot; red beans and rice; tomatoes and okra.
by sweetsong32
Thu Apr 17, 2008 10:25 pm
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Sweetsong's check in
Replies: 26
Views: 32086

day 11

Success

I have been completely faithful, and yet have gained :(

My food choices are mostly healthy. Dont know why I am gaining. Hopefully it is just a fluke that will soon pass.
by sweetsong32
Wed Apr 16, 2008 11:43 pm
Forum: No S Diet General Discussion
Topic: New - First Day
Replies: 12
Views: 20457

Hi and WELCOME!! I am on week 2 and this has been the easy thing I have ever done. So freeing. The first few days were a little fough as far as hunger goes. But now, i only get hungry just before it is time to eat. Amazing! And I eat whatever I 'feel' like eating; as long as it does not go against t...
by sweetsong32
Wed Apr 16, 2008 10:34 pm
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Sweetsong's check in
Replies: 26
Views: 32086

day 10

success

***sigh*** feeling a little depressed tonight. Well, depressed is prob. a bit too strong...feeling down would better describe it.
Will prob. just turn in early so I wont be tempted to drown my sorrows.
by sweetsong32
Tue Apr 15, 2008 11:21 pm
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Sweetsong's check in
Replies: 26
Views: 32086

Day 9 SUCCESS!! Today, I only got hungry about 5 to 10 minutes before my meal times!! Amazing!!! I know I say this all the time, but I am LOVING this new way of eating. Today, another teacher offered me a hershey bar WITH almonds.......yum, but I politely said, no thank you. It was really no problem...
by sweetsong32
Mon Apr 14, 2008 11:40 pm
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Sweetsong's check in
Replies: 26
Views: 32086

Day 8
SUCCESS!!!!
I am just so stinking excited about this new way of eating/living.
It has been a life save, literally!!!
by sweetsong32
Mon Apr 14, 2008 11:35 pm
Forum: No S Diet General Discussion
Topic: Bad to the bone.
Replies: 6
Views: 9892

I have really been thinking about what you said about moving with a purpose. While I dont exercise, per se, I have made a conscious effort to keep moving. LIke, constantly walking around my classroom. Sometimes I would stand still, or even sit on a stool when teaching, now I move while talking. And ...
by sweetsong32
Mon Apr 14, 2008 11:27 pm
Forum: No S Diet General Discussion
Topic: Ok, now I KNOW I'm weird.....
Replies: 11
Views: 15582

Its amazing isnt it? I love it too. And I love the freedom I have in planning my meals. I am enjoying cooking again. Tonight I made homemade chicken alfredo served over whole wheat pasta with broccoli on the side. It was amazing to fill my plate and not fill guilty. So count me in; another member of...
by sweetsong32
Mon Apr 14, 2008 11:12 pm
Forum: No S Diet General Discussion
Topic: My first S weekend!
Replies: 27
Views: 30704

This was my first S weekend too. I did ok. ON Saturday, I ate a small ice cream sandwich. Then Saturday afternoon I had a handful (about 6 or7) chips. Sunday I was very active, cleaning house, then working in the yard. I stuck to my 3 meals, although I did allow myself a second roll at lunch. Sunday...
by sweetsong32
Mon Apr 14, 2008 11:06 pm
Forum: No S Diet General Discussion
Topic: I'm in love
Replies: 16
Views: 21684

Hi Laura and WELCOME!! :YES, this is very liberating and so easy and guilt free. I love it! THis is my second week on the program. I too have a considerable amount of weight to lose, over 100. My daughter and I are doing this new way of eating together. It is just so freeing to know you can eat wha...
by sweetsong32
Sun Apr 13, 2008 11:08 pm
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Sweetsong's check in
Replies: 26
Views: 32086

Day 7 An S day! Today went well. I woke up and had a bowl of cereal for breakfast. I cooked a big lunch; roast chicken, stuffing, corn, green beans and rolls. I only had one plate. But it was all I wanted. Didnt crave any sweets today, so I didnt eat any. I worked in my yard all afternoon. Am feeli...
by sweetsong32
Sun Apr 13, 2008 2:14 am
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Mama V Count down
Replies: 8
Views: 13243

Welcome Mama V. Congrats on your successful 1st day!

:-)
by sweetsong32
Sun Apr 13, 2008 12:24 am
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Deb's Check In!
Replies: 1
Views: 4933

Welcome Deb! And congrats on your first successful day! :D
by sweetsong32
Sun Apr 13, 2008 12:19 am
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Sweetsong's check in
Replies: 26
Views: 32086

MY FIRST S DAY

Today was my first S day. It went well. I slept late, something I rarely do, so I ended up not eating breakfast. I did eat lunch and supper. I treated my self mid afaternoon with a small ice-cream sandwich. I swear, after a week of no sweets, nothing tasted better than that icecream. I savored every...
by sweetsong32
Sat Apr 12, 2008 11:58 pm
Forum: No S Diet General Discussion
Topic: Is it true?
Replies: 3
Views: 7146

Yes, its true, and isn't it wonderful?? This is my first week on this new way of eating and I love it. It has been so freeing. I cook 'normal'. Although I am trying to make healthier choices, like whole grain pastas and bread istead of white, and fresh veggies, if possible. Welcome! Looking forward...
by sweetsong32
Sat Apr 12, 2008 4:42 pm
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Haganeedle check-in
Replies: 20
Views: 27594

Congratulations on your first successful week!!!!

I just completed my first week too.
I am so loving this new way of eating!!! It really has been liberating.
by sweetsong32
Sat Apr 12, 2008 1:57 pm
Forum: No S Diet General Discussion
Topic: Do you still eat your three meals on S Day??
Replies: 8
Views: 12355

Today is my first NO S day too. JUST because I am still trying to build/instill the habit of 3 meals a day, I am going to stick to that on my s days. However, I will allow my self a treat or two. I usually make cinnamon rolls and bacon on Sundays. I will have a roll and one or two pieces of bacon. T...
by sweetsong32
Fri Apr 11, 2008 11:03 pm
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Sweetsong's check in
Replies: 26
Views: 32086

Day 5

SUCCESS
by sweetsong32
Thu Apr 10, 2008 11:03 pm
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Sweetsong's check in
Replies: 26
Views: 32086

Day 4

SUCCESS
Today was much easier.
I actually left food on my plate at supper.
Still adjusting to portions.
:D
by sweetsong32
Wed Apr 09, 2008 11:32 pm
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Carrie's Check In
Replies: 1
Views: 4656

Welcome Carrie!!
Hang in there...I hear it gets a little easier...and that the first week is the hardest.
I am on day 3. It has been ok. THe first day I was VERY hungry. The second day was not as bad, and todaywas even better.

:D
by sweetsong32
Wed Apr 09, 2008 11:28 pm
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: *~*Brandy_S Daily Check-In*~*
Replies: 1
Views: 5337

Hi Brandy! Welcome! :D :D
Today is my 3rd day on this eating plan.
So far I am loving it. My hardest time has been about an hour before supper. BUT today I didnt get hungry until just before supper!
I plan on weighing every 2 or 3 weeks.
by sweetsong32
Wed Apr 09, 2008 11:02 pm
Forum: No S Diet General Discussion
Topic: Stacy's Progress (WAS: New NoS'er here)
Replies: 55
Views: 50502

Hi everyone!!
I too am new at this...day 3 for me!
:=) I was thankful I 'stumbled' up the Woman's day mag. It is my last hope to drop some of this weight!

Welcome other newbies!! :D
by sweetsong32
Wed Apr 09, 2008 10:58 pm
Forum: No S Diet General Discussion
Topic: Newbie
Replies: 5
Views: 10245

Hi Suntana!!
I am new at this too! I have right around 100 (Yes, a lot, i know)
I am 39 and live in Georgia.
This is my first week on the program.

WELCOME!!
by sweetsong32
Wed Apr 09, 2008 10:46 pm
Forum: No S Diet General Discussion
Topic: Totally New at This!
Replies: 6
Views: 7400

WELCOME Jazzys mom!
I am new this week too thanks to the article in Woman's World Mag.

I have a lot to lose, but it will be ok, its all about establishing habits. So far I am loving this program!!

Welcome again.
by sweetsong32
Wed Apr 09, 2008 10:08 pm
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Sweetsong's check in
Replies: 26
Views: 32086

Day three

Day 3

SUCCESS

I didnt get very hungry at all today! :-)
by sweetsong32
Tue Apr 08, 2008 11:06 pm
Forum: No S Diet General Discussion
Topic: What do you eat at lunch? "Real" food..?
Replies: 39
Views: 37711

It's only day two for me... Yesterday I took soup and had a small salad. Today, I had a turkey sandwich on 12grain bread and yogurt. One of my favorite salads that I make is romaine lettuce with grilled chicken, walnuts, dried cranberries and shredded parmasean (however you spell it) I will be looki...
by sweetsong32
Tue Apr 08, 2008 10:46 pm
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Sweetsong's check in
Replies: 26
Views: 32086

DAY TWO

SUCCESS

Today was a little easier! :D
by sweetsong32
Mon Apr 07, 2008 11:29 pm
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Sweetsong's check in
Replies: 26
Views: 32086

Day ONE

SUCCESS
It hasnt been too difficult. THe worse time was when I was cooking supper. I was incredibly hunger and the temptation to snack or sample while I was cooking was strong. BUT I didnt!

:=)
by sweetsong32
Mon Apr 07, 2008 11:05 pm
Forum: No S Diet General Discussion
Topic: brand new
Replies: 7
Views: 10939

Welcome Cornelia!
I too am a newbie; read about it in WW.
I have a bit more to lose than you...but am just as excited about this eating plan. It is something that I think I can do.
Good luck!
Looking forward to hearing about your progress :=)
by sweetsong32
Mon Apr 07, 2008 10:37 pm
Forum: No S Diet General Discussion
Topic: when do you eat dinner?
Replies: 9
Views: 13751

We eat between 5:30 and 6:00. Today is my first day too, and so far so good!
by sweetsong32
Mon Apr 07, 2008 10:29 pm
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: First day
Replies: 4
Views: 9183

Medimimi, I too am a newbie and have a LOT of weight to lose. I too heard about this 'diet' in WW mag. And am very excited about it. Finally, something I think I can stick with. I am trying hard to not let my focus be on how much I have to lose, but to just take it one day at a time. Today was not t...
by sweetsong32
Sun Apr 06, 2008 11:00 pm
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Sweetsong's check in
Replies: 26
Views: 32086

Sweetsong's check in

Just found out about this 'diet' today. Read the article in Woman's World.
I will start tomorrow!!! :-)

(too embarrassed to post my start weight)
by sweetsong32
Sun Apr 06, 2008 10:40 pm
Forum: No S Diet General Discussion
Topic: You've long admired her feet...
Replies: 70
Views: 194437

I was/am sick of being fat. I had already decided just this weekend to eat healthier. So, this morning I went grocery shopping; bought fresh fruits, salads, fresh veggies, whole grain pastas and bread instead of white, etc. THEN, in the check out line I see the current copy of Woman's World. I saw t...