Everyday Systems

Sammybunny711

Hey Sammy, sorry things aren't going well but you must be so pleased you are not letting it interfere with your loss. Keep doing what you are doing Jx I am both SUPER pleased and also proud. I'm too far in now to want to let stress sabotage my recovery efforts. I'm too deep in. I've come too far to...

Sammybunny711

N DAY W: 228.6 lbs (New Low!) B: Atkins shakes + 6 peanut butter crackers Mid-morning: 28 minute walk L: Some air fried potatoes (with seasoning + nooch) + homemade black bean soup + 2 hot dogs + Louisiana Hot Sauce (one of my all time fav meals) - Recipe for the Black Bean Soup below. It's SO easy...

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Amy3010 wrote: ↑
Tue Mar 10, 2026 6:37 am
That all sounds so hard - good for you, listening to what you needed! Hang in there!

Thank you. I'm exhausted. Daylight savings time came at a really bad point, haha.

Sammybunny711

Thanks, Sammy. I don’t feel like I’m being all that excessive, but I’m up even more today. Focusing on NoSes for today and not dwelling on other things. You've got this! For me, No S on its own was not enough to get me to lose (I'm very short). So I had to add 3 mods. So far, my mods are what's hel...

Sammybunny711

N DAY W: 229.4 B: Atkins shake + 6 peanut butter crackers Mid-morning: 27 minute walk At lunch break: 31 minutes Body Groove L: Peanut butter and banana sandwich on seed bread + rest of the banana + some strawberries + spicy pickled okra mid-afternoon: 20 minute walk D: banana + apple, yellow bell ...

Sammybunny711

S DAY W: 230.2 B: Atkins shake + 6 peanut butter crackers L: leftover: 3 grilled shrimp + a bit of seasoned rice, most of the rest of the baked potato with sour cream and butter + spicy pickled okra and a red bell pepper Afternoon: Body Groove Journey rest of Day 8 and Day 9 (31 minutes) S: some or...

Sammybunny711

That sounds so so incredible. I'm jealous!

Sammybunny711

Since my last post, my weight seems totally uncontrollable. It has been steadily increasing. Slowly, but definitely. It’s very discouraging. Of course, stress plays a huge part, I’m sure. But also health issues are starting to play an ever increasing part. I’m hoping vanilla basics will help set me...

Sammybunny711

If that happens, an alternative would be nice. Keep in mind WhatsApp is also Meta. I switched to Signal a few years ago. Noooooooooooo! That's so horrible to hear. (cue tears). They're everywhere now!!! I do think Skool is a great idea. I've been in another community there and it's super easy to us...

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S DAY W: 229.8 B: Atkins shake + 6 peanut butter crackers Mid-morning: 1 Hour walk outside at a local paved trail. I'm beat after that! L: Leftover Dream Cream Pasta + red plum + yellow bell pepper D: 2 dinner rolls with cinnamon butter + spicy margarita + a bit of baked potato with sour cream and ...

Sammybunny711

Sounds like a good plan. You could add ankle weights or weighted vest in time 😁 to your runs and walks. Do get some dumbbells and do a few basic exercises for your arms, chest etc it will help you tone as you lose. Jc Great tips! I am probably going to save the bulk of getting into strength trainin...

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Soprano wrote: ↑
Fri Mar 06, 2026 6:42 pm
What about Skool? I hadn't heard of it until recently. I prefer a forum format but it seems ok.

Oh. My. Gosh. Skool is a GREAT idea, Soprano!!! I would totally be down for that. And it's a great alternative to Facebook.

Sammybunny711

You've got this, Sinnie!! And you're at a great weight, honestly. Your weight is my Dare to Dream goal weight, haha.

Sammybunny711

I like the idea of finding a next step from the boards -- I suspect at some point I will not be able to keep them going (though I will try as long as possible, and will certainly at least archive them so all the historical content is still available). Facebook is a partial solution, but I respect t...

Sammybunny711

N DAY W: 229.2 (New low!) B: Atkins shake + 6 peanut butter crackers Mid-morning: 20 minute light walk to hear the birds and see the trees. L: Chicago Dog Bowl Afternoon: Couch to 5k workout D: Dream Cream Pasta (lemon, shallot, and wine + cream sauce + linguine) + a red plum. (Ate a good bowl of t...

Sammybunny711

Congratulations on hitting the 22x and a 13lb loss is great. You will hit a plateau at some point but don't panic just keep doing what you are doing. 8) Jx Thank you so much! I'm very excited to be in a new decade. Yeah, I'm expecting a plateau, but so far it hasn't happened thankfully. I have seve...

Sammybunny711

N DAY W: 229.4 (New Low!) B: Atkins shake + 6 peanut butter crackers Mid-morning: 20 minute light walk (I felt EXHAUSTED during this walk) L: Peanut butter and banana sandwich on seed bread from Aldi + rest of the banana + apple + orange bell pepper + some spicy pickled okra Mid-afternoon: 20 minut...

Sammybunny711

I have nothing like that. A calendar on the wall for meal planning, holidays, nights out or in with friends and appointments. If I remember I might put them in my phone calendar too. I have a magnetic shopping list on my fridge for food shops. I use notes in my phone for things like books to read o...

Sammybunny711

N DAY W: 231 B: Atkins shake + 6 peanut butter crackers L: Chicago Dog Bowl: 2 beef hot dogs + pepperoncini peppers, tomatoes, diced yellow onion, relish, pickles + seasoned potatoes + celery salt D: 6.5 boneless Buffalo wings with Bleu cheese dressing and a few bites of Brunswick Stew. I'm still r...

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Soprano wrote: ↑
Tue Mar 03, 2026 7:49 pm
Wow Sammy you'll be in the 22x before long

Jx

Ahhhh I know!! I'm so excited about that.

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Soprano wrote: ↑
Tue Mar 03, 2026 6:50 pm
Thanks Win, much appreciated, good to see you posting.

I'm doing fine, feel like I am in the groove again.

Fingers crossed I can lose a little more.

My next blood test will be end of March

Jx

You've got this!!!!!

Sammybunny711

Wow, congrats on ANOTHER new low! You are really doing well! Also, "engineered denial" sounds like a wonderful technique. If you can't change something, worrying over it constantly just exhausts you to no benefit, so do what you need to do to stay as happy and relaxed as possible (I'm glad your hus...

Sammybunny711

N DAY W: 230.6 (New Low!) B: Atkins shake + 6 peanut butter crackers L: 1/2 turkey wrap with cheese, mayo, and sprouts + salt and vinegar chips + banana + spicy pickled okra Exercise: light 20minute walk. My right shoulder is super bothering me. I think I tweaked it doing the garage move-around on ...

Sammybunny711

Hi Sammy, Great job losing your 11 pounds and marking a new low. I'm so excited for you, especially because you managed that feat without starving yourself or taking risks with your health. And honestly, managing all that even while you are so busy?! I'm so impressed. Keep it up! Eventually, life w...

Sammybunny711

Yesss! When I realized I don't have to starve, everything got so much better for me. I follow No S with the following 3 mods: 1) No snacks or sweets alone 2) no fast food unless I am with at least one other adult and 3) Follow the Harvard Healthy Plate when I am eating at or from home. I lost 11 pou...

Sammybunny711

N DAY W: 231.4 (same as yesterday) B: Atkins shake + 6 peanut butter crackers Exercise: 20 minute, slow walk L: peanut butter and banana sandwich on seed bread + yellow bell pepper + apple + 4 spicy pickled okra (holy crap, this was the sweetest apple in the world. Almost too sweet. Am I more sensi...

Sammybunny711

Fit and strong is an excellent goal to aim for. You should also definitely be proud of moving down into the next BMI category! :mrgreen: Yes! I am not interested in being a waif. I just want to be thin enough to be in the healthy BMI range and then I want to get muscular and bulked up in such a way...

Sammybunny711

S DAY W: 231.4 (I'm down 11 pounds since 2/1!!!!) NEW LOW! B: Atkins shake + 6 peanut butter crackers L: second half of my muffaleta sandwich + sour cream and onion chips + spicy pickled okra + banana and strawberries Exercise: 1 Hour walk outside with a friend D: Leftover piece of fried catfish + ...

Sammybunny711

Well done on your 10 pound loss and new low - and you did this in a month where you had so much on your plate, which made it all that much more challenging. You have every right to be proud! :mrgreen: Wishing you and the family strength in the time to come. Thank you so very much! And yes, if I can...

Sammybunny711

Sorry to hear about your bad news. You are on a fantastic roll eating wise, don't let it derail you. You got this And congratulations on another new low Jx Thank you, friend!! I'm so proud of my 10 pound loss in February. I'm doing great with food. I will NOT let this stress derail me. I've got thi...

Sammybunny711

I weighed 196.6 today. What has happened is I have tried to eat more beef, eggs, and salt. I try to eat within a 7 hour period each day usually between 11 am and 6 pm. I used to feel like I was starving all the time. It turns out I was following bad recommendations on what to eat and when. Congratu...

Sammybunny711

S DAY W: 231.8 (New Low!) B: Atkin shake + 6 peanut butter crackers L: half of a huge Muffaleta sandwich (various meats, cheese, and olive tapenade) + 2/3 a bag of sour cream and onion chips (spilled the rest) Exercise: 11 minutes of body groove. I'm exhausted. This is as far as I made it. D: 2 pie...

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N DAY W: 232.8 (got a new scale that measures tons of fun things!) B: Atkins shake + peanut butter crackers (6) L: 2 shrimp tempura rolls + soy sauce + egg drop soup + ginger dressing salad (My husband and I had a lunch date at my favorite local Asian Fusion place) D: 2 slices of pizza + some parme...

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Soprano wrote: ↑
Thu Feb 26, 2026 2:56 pm
new low

Had a new sofa and chairs delivered this week so I'm buying new throws and cushions

Loving it

Jx

Woohoo!!! That sounds so exciting. I can't wait to have some new furniture in our next house.

Sammybunny711

N DAY W: 232.6 (New Low!) B: Cauliflower Oats (cauliflower rice, quick oats, protein powder, vanilla extract, sugar free syrup, blueberries, peaches, strawberries, flax, soy milk) Mid-morning: Biscuit tea + soy milk + 2 splendas L: A shallow bowl of Zuppa Toscana (potatoes, sausage, & kale soup) + ...

Sammybunny711

I'll admit it. I'm having a hard time resting. The nice thing about work is that I sit at a desk, so I'm forced to sit for a good portion of the day. But I feel like I HAVE to be productive. Like I MUST be active and exercise on top of all this packing and house prep. I know I don't. But I'm having ...

Sammybunny711

You are doing great but please try and rest a little you are probably still recovering from your illness. You are doing fantastic and it's lovely to follow your journey Jx Thank you for the encouragement, my friend. I am definitely going to lie low tonight and tomorrow night. I've been using flonas...

Sammybunny711

N DAY W: 233.4 B: Atkins shake + 6 peanut butter crackers Mid-Morning: Cup of Biscuit Tea + unsweetened soy milk + 2 Splenda packets L: Leftover taco (corn tortillas, shrimp, cilantro, red onion, cabbage, queso fresco, rice with beans/cheese) + rice + spicy pickled okra + strawberries and banana D:...

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Soprano wrote: ↑
Tue Feb 24, 2026 7:47 pm
Whoop another low, well done

Thank you so much!! I'm hoping for ten pounds down in February, but may not make it. Either way, I'm very pleased with my loss this month.

Sammybunny711

N DAY W: 233 (New Low!!) B: Atkins shake + 6 peanut butter crackers L: Chicago dog bowl again (2 beef hot dogs, tomatoes, peppers, onions, pickles, mustard, leftover air fried potatoes) D: chips and salsa + 1 taco (two corn tortillas + grilled shrimp + cabbage, red onion + jalapeño + cilantro + que...

Sammybunny711

N DAY W: 235.4 B: Atkins shake + 6 Lance peanut butter crackers L: Peanut butter and banana sandwich on whole wheat bread + rest of that banana, apple, spicy pickled okra, bell pepper D: Homemade sloppy Joe sandwich + creamed spinach + creamed corn + apple Woke up still feeling a bit under the weat...

Sammybunny711

It sounds SO challenging to have the Type 1 Diabetes on top of trying to eat normally and manage cravings. I'm so sorry that you have to deal with that! It sounds so incredibly difficult. I personally think you're too hard on yourself. I think you should do, of course, whatever is necessary to manag...

Sammybunny711

S DAY W: 234.8 B: Some cauliflower oats with mango, blueberries, flax, and soy milk (used quick oats this time and they were very creamy!) L/S: bacon cheese burger with tomato, pickles, and onion + cheese fries + kid's mint oreo shake (My daughter wanted Steak n Shake as a special treat 😂 and it is...

Sammybunny711

S DAY W: 233.6 (New Low!) B: Atkins shake + 6 peanut butter crackers + a tiny bit of Kashi cinnamon cereal with soy milk L: some coconut shrimp with sweet chili sauce + pineapple + spicy pickled okra A: Had a Seagram's canned cocktail while cooking. Very tropical and tasty D: 2 homemade Chicago Dog...

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Amy3010 wrote: ↑
Sat Feb 21, 2026 6:18 am
Great to hear you're feeling better!

I think I may have spoken too soon. I woke up in the night with a lot of sinus pressure and a stuffed up nose. Ugggh. I was doing better

and not o feel sick again. Nooo. I don't have time for this.

Sammybunny711

Hi Sammy, I'm so glad you're feeling better! Remember to continue prioritizing rest. Until you're 100% done moving, and 100% healthy again, you're still using a lot more energy than you might realize, especially if the daily trend starts feeling easier/better. You're doing such a great job attendin...

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Soprano wrote: ↑
Fri Feb 20, 2026 6:50 pm
I do find as 8 get older if I'm ill and rest as soon as possible I recover quicker

That makes a LOT of sense. Me, too. I'll be 38 this year and my body needs more and more sleep. I get, on average, 9 hours of sleep a night.

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Soprano wrote: ↑
Fri Feb 20, 2026 4:32 pm
Glad you are feeling better

Thank you. MEEEE too. I was so poorly yesterday it's kind of insane how much better I feel today. That going to bed at 8pm must have done the trick!

Sammybunny711

N DAY W: 235.6 B: Atkins shake + 6 peanut butter crackers L: 2 peanut butter fold-overs on whole wheat bread + pineapple + spicy pickled okra (6) + dried apple chips D: several fried catfish fingers + tartar sauce + skillet corn (with a few sausage pieces and veggies) + red beans and rice + a piece...

Sammybunny711

It can be so hard when we're struggling to stick to plan. I find, for myself, that sticking to plan gives me a little boost of confidence and comfort even more than extra food will. Maybe that would help as well (but feel free to disregard if that thinking just adds more pressure). I hope you can fe...

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Amy3010 wrote: ↑
Thu Feb 19, 2026 4:50 pm
Oh, gosh, that sucks! Sending you massive get well wishes!

Thank you, my friend. I took some ibuprofen and that helped thankfully.

Sammybunny711

N DAY W: 234.8 B: atkins shake + 6 Lance peanut butter crackers Mid-Morning: Tea with soy milk and splenda L: pineapple + pickled spicy okra (4) + leftover chili fries with jalapeños, red onion, 2 Applegate hot dogs (lower calorie than many others (couldn't eat the whole rest of that bowl) D: Lefto...

Sammybunny711

Hi Sammy, I know it never seems like it, but moving doesn't last forever—it will just seem like it does when you're still in the midst of it. I'm sorry you've caught a cold. That's just miserable, I'm sure. I hope you feel better soon! All the best, WIN Haha, I'm sure you're right!! And yes, omg, t...

Sammybunny711

N DAY B: Atkins shake + 6 peanut butter crackers L: Chili fries (healthy chili, homemade healthy air fried fries with seasoning) + apple + bell pepper + hot sauce + jalapenos D: chili with two hot dogs and hot sauce + 10.5 saltine crackers + 4 pickled okra pieces + pineapple/apple/pomegranate arils...

Sammybunny711

I am an emotional eater so I totally understand where you're coming from. It can be so hard to make the healthy choices we want when we're struggling with stress. But I believe in you! I know you can do it!

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Amy3010 wrote: ↑
Wed Feb 18, 2026 6:35 am
Oh no, and with your big move...hopefully you're feeling better soon!

Thank you. Woke up today with a sore throat. Blegh.

Sammybunny711

Soprano wrote: ↑
Tue Feb 17, 2026 8:13 pm
Hope you both soon feel better

Jx

Thank you!! I always catch what she gets, haha.

Sammybunny711

N DAY W: 235.8 B: cauliflower oats + apple/mango/blueberries/strawberries + flax, cinnamon, vanilla extract, soy milk, protein powder Mid Morning Tea: with some soy milk and Splenda L: chickpea sweet potato curry with yellow rice + green beans and cucumbers, banana D: cheesy Alfredo with egg noodle...

Sammybunny711

Feeling like I need to get this going again. Always struggle to keep the habit going. I’m so busy with life, couldn’t ever have imagined how much busy it could be once kids get older. But busy it is. So much so that I can’t even focus on losing weight if I wanted to; I just don’t have the bandwidth...

Sammybunny711

Hi Both Thanks for checking in. I got derailed over Christmas and have put 2 or 3 pounds on! Struggling to find my groove again. I am also feeling the pressure of a looming HbA1c test at the end of March. I am sure things will improve soon Jx Hang in there, Soprano!! I hope your test goes super sup...

Sammybunny711

Hi Sammy I like the idea but if it takes us away from the boards then there is more chance of us losing them. Just a thought! Perhaps it's something we can keep in mind if we are told the forum is closing? Jx Should have clarified that, but yes exactly - - if something were to happen to the boards,...

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Soprano wrote: ↑
Tue Feb 17, 2026 5:57 am
Congratulations on your new low. Listen to your body if you are exhausted rest!

Jx

That's what I'm thinking for sure. I'm also being very protective of my back. But I will say, this whole moving process has proved just how incredibly out of shape I am... Lol

Sammybunny711

It has been super quiet around here. I hope folks can start popping in more often. Everyone here is so so nice.

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Ellis wrote: ↑
Mon Feb 16, 2026 9:40 pm
Congrats on the new low! Must feel so good!

It definitely does! And I have a long way to go, haha. But it's a nice start.

Sammybunny711

I think it's great you're taking a break from the scale, Ellis!! I enjoyed my break over the winter. I am also glad you're giving yourself some grace! We all deserve grace. Also, I have been thinking a lot about this in my own journey. Something I tell myself now is, "There is no stopping and starti...

Sammybunny711

Hi, everyone, Reinhard has been so kind to keep the boards going all these years for those of us who shun Facebook. I was wondering, would any of you be interested in joining a No S Whatsapp group if one day the boards were shut down? International folks wouldn't have a problem connecting and we cou...

Sammybunny711

N DAY W: 234.8 (NEW LOW!!) I am slowly but surely chipping away at my weight. I like weighing everyday, because it becomes about new lows versus a single weekly or monthly number. It's working for me and gives me an opportunity to practice radical compassion with myself. Whatever the number is each...

Sammybunny711

Hi Sammy, I just wanted to let you know that I also am reading your posts and am delighted that you seem to have found a workable groove, especially since you're moving (wow, I KNOW how much work and stress moving entails! The diplomatic term "a process" just doesn't quite cover the scope, does it?...

Sammybunny711

I'm sorry things have been so challenging, my friend. It can be so hard to figure out the best way forward. But I believe in you. And no need to feel ashamed! We've all been there and don't judge. I hope that your new format works really really well for you!!!

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Ellis wrote: ↑
Sun Feb 15, 2026 10:15 pm
Sammy, it’s inspring to read! It seens like you found something that is sustainable in the long run! Moving is a pain though, but you got this!

Thank you, friend! I think I've finally nailed it. Now I just have to keep doing it.

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Soprano wrote: ↑
Sun Feb 15, 2026 1:15 pm
It's lovely to read your positive posts

I'm so happy it's cheering folks and that I'm focusing on the positive! I think something has finally clicked and I'm doing much better.

Sammybunny711

S DAY W: 236.8 B: Atkins shake + 6 peanut butter crackers L: darn good chili (from the Mix) + air fried potato fries with tajin and nooch seasoning + bell pepper + apple S: Tillamook mint chocolate chip ice cream with my family. D: 2 soft tacos (one shrimp, one steak) with cotija cheese, bang bang ...

Sammybunny711

Coming here & posting every day, consistently, seems to be a great support for you! I am here every day to fill in my Habit Cal, and although I don't have time to post every day, I am reading along...what I notice is that your posts feel more joyful at the moment, despite all the stuff you have goi...

Sammybunny711

I LOVE how simple this plan is. It truly doesn't require brain cells. Just a little recentering from time to time. I'm glad you're doing so well! It's great to hear from another person!!

Sammybunny711

S DAY Happy Valentines Day! B: Atkins shake + 6 peanut butter crackers L: Valentines lunch with my hubby: coffee with dorm half n half and Splenda, home fries, sourdough toast with jelly, corned beef hash, hot sauce, and scrambled eggs. D: some chips and salsa + cheese dip + 2 fried shrimp tacos (w...

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N DAY W: 235.6 B: Trying out calluliflower oats + chocolate protein powder + vanilla extract + mango and blueberries. Will report back. L: Leftover TexMex Egg, Peppers, Potato Bowl (small amount) + apple + bell pepper + banana + dried apples D: 1 and a half barbacoa street tacos with cilantro, onio...

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[ S Day W: 236.6 lbs (was up some I'm sure due to the water weight gained from my very salty meal last night) B: Atkins shake + 6 peanut butter crackers L: TexMex Egg, Peppers, Potato Bowl (Toppings: Jalapenos, cilantro, hot sauce, salsa, cotija cheese) D: celebrated one of my best buds birthdays at...

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N DAY W: 235.4 lbs B: Atkins shake + 6 peanut butter crackers L: Apple, leftover Tex Mex Egg, potato, peppers bowl (with all the other stuff I put on it), banana D: country fried steak and gravy + creamed corn + green beans + fried okra + cornbread (man. I was SO hungry after lifting heavy boxes fo...

Sammybunny711

Hi Sammy! I am so happy to hear how well things are going for you :mrgreen: it sounds like you have really found your groove. Thanks for the podcast tip - I listened to the episode you mentioned with the woman doing No-S and it was very cool to hear her take on it. Good luck with the house selling/...

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Thanks Sammy and Ellis for popping in...the flu is really going around at work, multiple colleagues are out sick. I went back last Friday but wasn't really feeling better until this week. It has been challenging to get back into normal routines, with everything these past three weeks. I just keep t...

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W: 235.2 lbs (down 7.2 lbs today!) N DAY B: Atkins shake + 6 peanut butter Lance crackers L: Sour cream and chives baked potato from Wendy's with butter spread, salt & pepper + side of beef and bean chili + 4 saltine crackers (My husband and I grabbed lunch on the way back to work from seeing a hous...

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Because I'm doing so well with my No S + mods, my dietitian cleared me to take my scale out of Scale Jail. I'm going to begin weighing myself daily as an experiment and to gather data and information. I cannot wait to see the trend line on the libra app!

Sammybunny711

N Day B: Atkins shake + 6 peanut butter crackers (Lance) L: Peanut butter and banana sandwich on whole wheat bread + apple + yellow bell pepper + tiny bag dried apples D: bowl of leftover beef ragu pasta with shaved parmesan and lots of added red pepper flakes + a small side bowl of parmesan and ol...

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S Day Went ahead and counted this day as an S. We are having gourmet donuts for breakfast (just one for each of us) to finish our trip, so I'll just mark it S and move on. B: raspberry jelly filled donut + half yellow bell pepper + most of a large apple (shared it with my kiddo) L: spicy chicken sa...

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You are doing the right thing! For many years I did not weigh regularly. It is certainly not a No-s requirement. I would respect the relationship and her expertise and knowledge about your particular situation. That's very true. My husband reminds me all the time, listen to her listen to her listen...

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You see this coming, so one way or another, it isn't going to be a red day -- so relax and figure out how to best enjoy this with minimal stress. Ideal: ask your family how crushed they would be if you make it Saturday and see if you can hold off on the baking till then. Also fine: take a "vacation...

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Someone suggested I just switch my S day (for my cabin trip) from Sunday to Friday and make Sunday an N day. I may do that and see how it goes! I also realized I haven't beeen putting my exercise down (I have been exercising). So I'll start including that. I used to be vegan and I still LOVE plant b...

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Soprano wrote: ↑
Sat Feb 07, 2026 6:38 am
Just switch your S day

That's a good idea! I may try to do that and see how it goes. Have you ever done that and been successful? I super don't want a red day this early in my new NO S Journey.

Sammybunny711

It sounds like you have a plan tailored to your needs, Ellis!! I hope that it is super successful for you. I know how hard it is to hit upon the right mods for the right situations. We've got this!

Sammybunny711

Welcome back to no-S, Sammy! Seems like you have a solid plan to make it succeed! :D Sorry to hear you were struggling so much, I really hope you can improve this relationship with food again! I truly hope so my friend. Honestly, this No S + mods feels rock solid and creates WAY less anxiety about ...

Sammybunny711

Non-Weekend S Day B: Atkins shake + 6 peanut butter Lance crackers L: peanut butter and banana sandwich on whole wheat bread + large apple + red bell pepper D: sausage, potato, and onion (cooked with spices and some olive oil) + apple + orange bell pepper S: cookies with my family. I was agonizing ...

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Hi, all, I realize a lot of folks may not see this post, but I'm going to try anyway. My family and I are going up to a cabin tomorrow (Friday) night. I bought some pre-made cookie dough to take with us to cook and was planning to cook it Saturday, but what should I do if my husband and daughter wan...

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Green Day B: Atkins shake + 6 peanut butter crackers (Lance) L: Huevos Rancheros (2 eggs + ranchero red sauce, rice, beans, cheese, 3 flour tortillas, 2 tortilla chips with a little salsa) {Ate out today because I thought I wouldn't have time to make a lunch on lunch break, then turns out the lunch...

Sammybunny711

I would LOVE to be weighing every day, but my dietitian is very resistant to that, so I'm allowed to weigh once a month and at the doctor's office. That's it. AHHHHHHHHHH It's driving me crazy not being able to monitor things, because I'm so curious how my No S + mods lifestyle is affecting my body,...

Sammybunny711

Thanks, Sammy - feeling a bit more normal today. Didn't do much yesterday, didn't even make soup. But that is my plan today. And tomorrow, back to work :wink: I wish we could all be independently wealthy and not have to work!! I hope that getting back into the groove of things goes really well!

Sammybunny711

You can do this, Sammy - just take it day by day and focus on how it good it feels to have those boundaries in place. It feels so good to have simple, clear boundaries. I've been overcomplicating this for SO long. I know this is the right path forward. I am sure down to my bones. I am going to crus...

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Green Day W: 238.9 (-3.5 lbs) B: 8:45am: Atkins shake + 1 slice of whole wheat bread with peanut butter + apple L: Cup of tomato soup with toasted bread cubes from Panera, peanut butter and jelly sandwich on whole wheat bread, orange bell pepper, pink lady apple D: bowl of tomato soup with toasted ...

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I hope you feel better, Amy!

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You've got this, WIN!!!!

Sammybunny711

Hi Sammy, Great job on re-focusing your attention. Ride that wave as long as possible! :) I also read existing posts and the Testimonials to refresh my motivation. I'm grateful to Reinhard for maintaining this site. Wishing you all the best, WIN I will certainly do my best. I desperately need simpl...

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