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by Lovedby2
Thu Oct 26, 2017 6:40 pm
Forum: No S Diet General Discussion
Topic: 2 plus years on No-S and need advice
Replies: 8
Views: 18786

Good to be back

Thank you for the replies. I am going to take a good look at everything. Part of my new and sustained normality with food is not being consumed and focused on food. Maybe the answer for me is exercise. I'm stubborn about that and uh, lazy. I am going for Vanilla No S because to me that is where true...
by Lovedby2
Mon Oct 23, 2017 10:47 pm
Forum: No S Diet General Discussion
Topic: 2 plus years on No-S and need advice
Replies: 8
Views: 18786

2 plus years on No-S and need advice

Hi everyone. It's been a while since I have been on the boards. I have been doing No-S for a little over 2 years. I braved the scale today and weighed. A little background. I want to say that NO-S is my forever way of eating. It has brought sanity to my once eating disorder and compulsive diet head....
by Lovedby2
Tue Apr 26, 2016 6:30 pm
Forum: No S Diet General Discussion
Topic: Why did you leave? Why are you back?
Replies: 273
Views: 416989

Follow Up

Hi Oolala! Loving all your posts and expertise! I knew when I wrote the above post that I should clarify. The low carb diet suggestion didn't come from my doctor but a book written by a doctor in regard to low blood sugar. It was correct advice, but just not for me. I already knew I leaned toward lo...
by Lovedby2
Tue Apr 26, 2016 4:01 am
Forum: No S Diet General Discussion
Topic: Why did you leave? Why are you back?
Replies: 273
Views: 416989

I am never leaving home again.

Hi No Sers! Lovedby2 here. Well, it's a long story but I will make it short and sweet. When I found No S I felt like I was home. There's no other way to put it. It just felt right and natural. I was completly content, minding my own business when out of no where it came. That voice. That idiotic, I'...
by Lovedby2
Thu Jun 11, 2015 3:26 am
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Linda's daily check-in
Replies: 4617
Views: 4495492

Lovedby2

Congratulations on the weight loss. It is very encouraging reading your posts. I like that you post your food. It kind of gives me a guage for how much to eat. Thanks!
by Lovedby2
Thu Jun 11, 2015 3:11 am
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Lovedby2. I've decided to track and post
Replies: 143
Views: 136813

Lovedby2

I keep messing the dates up on my post. :roll: Anyway, today is the Wednesday the 10th so it will not coordinate with my last post. Monday and Tuesday were green for No S and green for sleep. I had a fail on Tuesday for exercise but I will make it up on Saturday. I have started to work on my getting...
by Lovedby2
Mon Jun 08, 2015 3:58 am
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Lovedby2. I've decided to track and post
Replies: 143
Views: 136813

Lovedby2

Today is my first N day of the week. Friday and Saturday were my S days and I have to say they were pretty wild. I don't know why, but I felt awful and couldn't wait for today to come. Anyway, other than the wild S days things are pretty status quo with No S. I am liking Yoga a lot and going into my...
by Lovedby2
Wed Jun 03, 2015 9:42 pm
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: automated eating tracker
Replies: 3687
Views: 4646798

Lovedby2

Hi Automatedeating! I loved reading your posts before you left so I am glad to see you are back, even though the reason is not a happy one. I pretty much have accepted that the weight battle is for life, at least for me. My grandmother fought weight all her life until about 85 when she became really...
by Lovedby2
Wed Jun 03, 2015 9:32 pm
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: monthly check in
Replies: 161
Views: 226713

Lovedby2

Glad to hear it Abelincoln. Don't worry what people think, just be real. As long as you are trying, that is what counts.
by Lovedby2
Wed Jun 03, 2015 9:21 pm
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Gingerpie's 21 day challenge
Replies: 561
Views: 613910

Lovedby2

Hi Gingerpie. That is so encouraging that you have lost the weight. Slow and steady wins the race!! That encourages me because I am a slow looser too. Thanks! Hope you stay around.
by Lovedby2
Wed Jun 03, 2015 9:14 pm
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Sonya's checkin
Replies: 619
Views: 775328

Lovedby2

Thought you wrote " I've been having hash brownies for breakfast!" Hahahaha Now that will make you have sugar cravings! I always think of sugar as a reward so whenever I loose weight I always crave sugar. Now I plan something really good on S days and that seems to work, most of the time. :lol: [/b]
by Lovedby2
Tue Jun 02, 2015 6:39 pm
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: monthly check in
Replies: 161
Views: 226713

Lovedby2

Hey Abelincoln. I've been off the grid for a while. I sure hope you aren't giving up. You can't. There is no other way. Habits are extremly hard to break. Just work on one at a time. The sleep thing is one of the hardest to break, especially if you don't have a reason to get up. Break the sleeping u...
by Lovedby2
Tue Jun 02, 2015 6:31 pm
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Bahhhh glass ceiling
Replies: 190
Views: 151541

Lovedby2

Hey nbh76! So glad you are back. I have missed your sense of humor. Looks like your going through a lot of stress right now. Dont they say moving is one of the big stresses in life? I think so. I think a successful No S day will get you back on the treadmill. For me, if I start down the cheating roa...
by Lovedby2
Tue Jun 02, 2015 6:20 pm
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Linda's daily check-in
Replies: 4617
Views: 4495492

Lovedby2

Hey Girl!! Yes, I have been out a while...but it was really good to read your thread and to see that recipe for the skinny mocha!! OMG, I love ice coffee, but I have to do dairy free. Question - the Stevia you use is good, not bitter? I have tried a couple of Stevias and couldn't stand them. They ta...
by Lovedby2
Tue Jun 02, 2015 6:12 pm
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Lovedby2. I've decided to track and post
Replies: 143
Views: 136813

Lovedby2

Well, that was funa nd exhausting! A few days after my son graduated college the kids started coming! I have been hosting, cooking, cleaning for weeks. I loved every minute but I am glad to get back to normal and on a schedule. My son is in Florida for 5 weeks and it is nice and quiet here (he plays...
by Lovedby2
Tue May 19, 2015 5:38 pm
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Lovedby2. I've decided to track and post
Replies: 143
Views: 136813

Lovedby2

Had 2 pretty good S days Friday and Saturday. Then Sunday I had a bowl of ice cream.....with chocolate sauce....and peanuts. It was really good. :-0 I don't feel bad about it because I have been doing well with No S, but I can see how it would trip me up if I consistantly did it. Guilt is right arou...
by Lovedby2
Tue May 19, 2015 5:26 pm
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: monthly check in
Replies: 161
Views: 226713

Lovedby2

Hey Abelincoln!! Wow, that is early. Interupted sleep always affects my eating. But you have to do what you have to do. I guess just do the best you can and try to get into some sort of routine.
by Lovedby2
Fri May 15, 2015 2:26 am
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Lovedby2. I've decided to track and post
Replies: 143
Views: 136813

Lovedby2

No I didn't fall of the grid, I've just been busy since DS's graduation. It was fantastic!! We rented a house on a lake with canoes and kayaks. DS's grad friends came over with parents after graduation and we had so much fun. It is bitter sweet to see this phase come to an end. We will miss it. DS i...
by Lovedby2
Thu May 07, 2015 3:20 pm
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Lovedby2. I've decided to track and post
Replies: 143
Views: 136813

Lovedby2

I got so excited I forgot to post my progress.

5-5-15

No S - Green
Exercise - Red
Sleep - Green

5-6-15

No S - Green
Exercise - Red
Sleep - Green
by Lovedby2
Thu May 07, 2015 3:17 pm
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Lovedby2. I've decided to track and post
Replies: 143
Views: 136813

Lovedby2

Things are going pretty well except for the exercise. No shock there. I ditched exercise Tues & Wed and probably today too. I bought the app for Yoga Studio and strained my back even though I was doing beginners. Now that is sad. Lol. I am not giving up though. I read a sticky post about stages and ...
by Lovedby2
Thu May 07, 2015 3:01 pm
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Tobiasmom at it AGAIN Check-in
Replies: 37
Views: 43180

Lovedby2

Well hey there Tobiasmom!! I am so glad you are back from that scary world. I figured before No S I had been at this thing for about 45 years. I had made some head changes but I would also get trapped by the diet world on occasion. You do sound tired girl. I know that feeling too. Just too weary to ...
by Lovedby2
Tue May 05, 2015 2:12 am
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Lovedby2. I've decided to track and post
Replies: 143
Views: 136813

Lovedby2

Ironchef - This Fibromyalgia is all pretty new to me...I just learned to spell it. :-) Yeah, so I don't know what is out there yet about allergies. My doc suggested wheat. I already know dairy is out, but no, he doesn't have a plan for systematically eliminating certain foods. Right now he is just t...
by Lovedby2
Mon May 04, 2015 3:33 pm
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: monthly check in
Replies: 161
Views: 226713

Lovedby2

It sounds like you have great insight and are a devoted partner. That you can be proud of. Have a great week.
by Lovedby2
Mon May 04, 2015 3:23 pm
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: ~ Reviving Renee ~
Replies: 1459
Views: 1516560

Lovedby2

Hi Reneww! I wanted to introduce myself and say howdy and welcome back Partner. We are all in the same boat or on the same horse. :lol: I totally get what Oolala said, mine was just 45 years instead of 40 years of "trying". It really is insanity when you think about it. I love No S because it reveal...
by Lovedby2
Mon May 04, 2015 3:14 pm
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Lovedby2. I've decided to track and post
Replies: 143
Views: 136813

Lovedby2

My 2 S days aren't as bad as in the beginning but could still use some improvement. My doctor wants me to go gluten free for a while and I am fighting it. We'll see. Had a little funny business with my rice portion yesterday so I am keeping a watchful eye. DS is graduating college on the 9th so I am...
by Lovedby2
Fri May 01, 2015 4:22 pm
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: monthly check in
Replies: 161
Views: 226713

Lovedb2

It will take time. Forgiveness is a choice. Feelings ebb and flow. Somedays our feelings change and we don't have to follow them over the cliff. We can still hurt and forgive. Forgiveness is not, not acknowledging the wrong but releasing that person from being punished. I hope I haven't over stepped...
by Lovedby2
Fri May 01, 2015 3:42 pm
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Lovedby2. I've decided to track and post
Replies: 143
Views: 136813

Lovedby2

4-30-15 No S - Red Exercise - Red Sleep - Green I bought this really good bread yesterday and before I knew it i had eaten a piece. That was after I opened the bag, smeared butter on it first. :lol: Not stressing over it. Mark it and move on! I haven't gotten back to exercise yet. I come from the ge...
by Lovedby2
Fri May 01, 2015 3:03 pm
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Linda's daily check-in
Replies: 4617
Views: 4495492

Lovedby2

17 lbs is fantastic! I'm pretty sure I would give my eye teeth for that! I love that feeling of getting into smaller clothes. It makes it all worth it. Have a really great time this weekend celebrating your birthday. Sounds like your a great mom and you probably deserve a much needed break. :D
by Lovedby2
Thu Apr 30, 2015 1:51 pm
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Lovedby2. I've decided to track and post
Replies: 143
Views: 136813

Lovedby2

4-29-15

No S - Green
Exercise - Fail
Sleep - Green

I pulled my back walking on Monday. I am going to switch to Yoga for a while and give the back a rest. Sleep is going better. I woke at 5:00 this morning!! What?? Now that won't happen everyday but I will take today. It feels good to be up early.
by Lovedby2
Wed Apr 29, 2015 5:18 pm
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Petal's Check In
Replies: 10
Views: 20872

Lovedby2

Hi Petal! Welcome to No S! Great group of people here. It sounds like you are off to a good start. For me No S has brought sanity back into eating. It also provides a framework that reveals problem areas (if you have them). I love it!! I relate with the sweet tooth. I start wanting something sweet a...
by Lovedby2
Wed Apr 29, 2015 5:06 pm
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Sonya's checkin
Replies: 619
Views: 775328

Hi Osonyie! Just stopping by to say hello. Looks like you are doing so well. I admire the no sugar endeavor. People say they feel so much better with no sugar. Although I wouldn't know. :lol: Good luck, and let us know how you are doing and feeling.
by Lovedby2
Wed Apr 29, 2015 5:02 pm
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: monthly check in
Replies: 161
Views: 226713

Lovedby2

Excellent! Forgiveness is something we can all share for the mishaps that we all do. Good job working things out Abelincoln. Family is #1. Getting that right may give you the courage to work on your No S habits. Stay strong.
by Lovedby2
Wed Apr 29, 2015 4:52 pm
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Kittson's Check In
Replies: 129
Views: 154564

Lovedby2

You are doing so well! Good job marking and moving on. For me the diet head is the most destructive and can cause an avalanche of emotions and fails. So mark it and move is a huge deal. Good job. [/b]
by Lovedby2
Wed Apr 29, 2015 4:40 pm
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Gingerpie's 21 day challenge
Replies: 561
Views: 613910

Lovedby2

Hi Gingerpie. I just want to give you a big hug. I am so sorry to hear about all the things going on in your family. I don't have any words of wisdom to share, but just know you are in my thoughts and prayers. Take care.
by Lovedby2
Wed Apr 29, 2015 3:47 pm
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: ironchef mostly weekly check in
Replies: 1065
Views: 1054862

Lovedby2

Hi Ironchef! Stopping by to say hello. I hope you are feeling better by now. Itching is the worst. I live in the mountains and poison ivy is a common occurance around here.
When is the baby due? I love the conversation with ironbaby. So cute. Take care of both of you. :)
by Lovedby2
Wed Apr 29, 2015 3:39 pm
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Bahhhh glass ceiling
Replies: 190
Views: 151541

Lovedby2

Hi Nbh76! Stopping by to see how the move went. You probably have your head in boxes. Hope you are surviving well![/b]
by Lovedby2
Wed Apr 29, 2015 3:36 pm
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Linda's daily check-in
Replies: 4617
Views: 4495492

Lovedby2

Hi Ipearlmom! I totally get the mom comments. My mom is naturally tall and thin. She has never dieted. Well, I take that back. She did diet, once, to loose 5-10 lbs. I have always struggled with weight. I am also short. I am now 59 and her constant reminders that I need to get the weight off before ...
by Lovedby2
Wed Apr 29, 2015 3:09 pm
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Lovedby2. I've decided to track and post
Replies: 143
Views: 136813

Lovedby2

4-27-15 No S - Green Exercise - Green Sleep - Green 4-28-14 No S - Green Exercise - Fail Sleep - Green Doing well on the going to bed rountine. Overdid the exercise on Monday so I paid for it on Tuesday with back pain. I need to work on getting up at a regular time but I am putting it off. :roll:
by Lovedby2
Tue Apr 28, 2015 7:24 pm
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Lovedby2. I've decided to track and post
Replies: 143
Views: 136813

Loved by2

Good point Osoniye! I have found that to be true. Going to bed keeps me from becoming hungry and caving. I have been doing pretty good with that. Now I need to work on getting up at a regular time and eating at regular times. Gosh, there really is so much to this habit thing and No S beautifully rev...
by Lovedby2
Mon Apr 27, 2015 3:33 am
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Lovedby2. I've decided to track and post
Replies: 143
Views: 136813

Lovedby2

For whatever reason I mistakenly started a new thread for myself. Duh. Anyway, up to speed now and tracking on this one again. Nutshell - Lost a week of my life because of a change in medicine from my doctor but now I am back on track and feeling human. Today is my first N day of the week. I take my...
by Lovedby2
Mon Apr 27, 2015 3:20 am
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: monthly check in
Replies: 161
Views: 226713

Lovedby2

Oh the woes of strong drink. Many of us have stumbled into regret with similiar stories. Sorry to hear about your week and I hope you and your wife are working things out. Sometimes those ruff experiences can be a turning point for change.
by Lovedby2
Sat Apr 25, 2015 4:42 pm
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Lovedby2
Replies: 2
Views: 6159

Lovedby2

Life can be so up and down. My doctor changed my Fibromyalgia medicine and it sent me into a tale spin for a solid week. I stayed green on No S but my old habits of putting off eating crept back up. I didn't feel like exercising and I slept a lot. So, as of today I am feeling semi normal again. Toda...
by Lovedby2
Sat Apr 25, 2015 4:29 pm
Forum: No S Diet General Discussion
Topic: Lovedby2 Is it better to eat scheduled meals?
Replies: 8
Views: 17580

LOvedby2

Thank you so much for the replys! It helps me so much to hear back from all of you. It has helped me detect some "issues" I have with my sporatic eating habits. I had been feeling that I should probably eat scheduled meals but the old diet head really can be deceptive.That tendency to put off eating...
by Lovedby2
Sat Apr 18, 2015 7:31 pm
Forum: No S Diet General Discussion
Topic: Lovedby2 Is it better to eat scheduled meals?
Replies: 8
Views: 17580

Lovedby2 Is it better to eat scheduled meals?

I am wondering on this NO S journey if most people find it better to eat scheduled meals or to eat when hungry only? One of my habits from my old diet days was to put off eating until late in the day. I am kind of doing this with No S too and I am wondering if I should change this. What have you fou...
by Lovedby2
Sat Apr 18, 2015 4:44 pm
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Lovedby2. I've decided to track and post
Replies: 143
Views: 136813

Lovedby2

Thanks for all the input. Those are some interesting questions. What is the pay off for me staying up late? I do like the quiet and solitude. I think better at night, and I am a thinker. I will give this more thought. Thanks Ironchef!! Ipearlmom, I like the idea of putting off exercise, but only bec...
by Lovedby2
Wed Apr 15, 2015 8:12 pm
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: monthly check in
Replies: 161
Views: 226713

lovedby2

Ten minutes of walking is still ten minutes. That is a good start. And you refused a McFlurry??? Now that is an accomplishment. Really. Give yourself some credit Abelincoln. Just keep coming back and showing up. That is what I am doing. Ever since I started posting about my sleep problem I have felt...
by Lovedby2
Wed Apr 15, 2015 8:03 pm
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Kathie's Check-in
Replies: 21
Views: 31046

Lovedby2

An hour of Pilates is fantastic. I have never tried a class, but I do love Yoga. You seem to be doing well on your habits. Keep it up. It has been raining way too much here and it doesn't inspire me to walk. My dog loves it though!!
by Lovedby2
Wed Apr 15, 2015 7:59 pm
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Linda's daily check-in
Replies: 4617
Views: 4495492

Lovedby2

Fantastic on the weight loss!! I related on the dreading company thing. I always end up enjoying it. Feeling a little reclusive in my old age. Keep up the good work on the routine.[/b]
by Lovedby2
Wed Apr 15, 2015 7:47 pm
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Kittson's Check In
Replies: 129
Views: 154564

Lovedby2

Hi Kittson! Isn't it funny how the diet mentality is everywhere and it can sneak into your subconscience and reap a crop of destruction in no time!! Good for you that you are sticking to No S. I do like what you said about the scale being the enemy. I can so relate, yet I am reluctant to kill it.......
by Lovedby2
Wed Apr 15, 2015 7:38 pm
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Bahhhh glass ceiling
Replies: 190
Views: 151541

lovedby2

You probably don't have time to read this because you are moving in TEN DAYS!!!! What??? That is ridiculously insane. I hope you have help. Moving just does me in, but yes, you can do this. You can. :shock: Anyway, thanks for the advice. I have taken it to heart. I hope your No Sing is bringing some...
by Lovedby2
Wed Apr 15, 2015 7:29 pm
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Lovedby2. I've decided to track and post
Replies: 143
Views: 136813

Lovedby2

Rats! 5 days since I posted. Ok, here we go again. This is the best diet out there!! I really appreciate the simplicity of No S and I am sooooo glad to be here. My diet head is rolling...rolling away. I feel better and back on track. I did have a No S fail last night. My old bad habit of not eating ...
by Lovedby2
Fri Apr 10, 2015 5:53 pm
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Bahhhh glass ceiling
Replies: 190
Views: 151541

Lovedby2

Hey nbh76! Congratulations on staying in the green zone!! You are on a roll and an encouragement to me. It looks like the added calories of the drinks have been the answer for your weight loss. Woo hoo! You go girl!
by Lovedby2
Fri Apr 10, 2015 5:44 pm
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Kathie's Check-in
Replies: 21
Views: 31046

Lovedby2

Hi KatieM! How is the walking going? This week I have walked outside for 15 minutes except for Monday. I did the 1 mile WATP. I have to say I like walking outside much better, even though she walks you harder for sure. Right now I just want to enjoy the walk and not dread it. I have to start like th...
by Lovedby2
Fri Apr 10, 2015 5:36 pm
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: monthly check in
Replies: 161
Views: 226713

Lovedby2

I have felt wobbly too lately. Ever since that tragic weigh in 3 weeks ago!! Ugh. But it looks like you are doing better with the good habits. Hopefully, the good ones will out do the bad. You are walking now? I didn't know that. That's terrific. Keep up the good work and try not to beat yourself up...
by Lovedby2
Fri Apr 10, 2015 5:27 pm
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Lovedby2. I've decided to track and post
Replies: 143
Views: 136813

Lovedby2

I can't believe 3 days have passed since I posted. I am going to get back to the daily posting. It helps me to stay focused for sure. I haven't felt totally right since I weighed a few weeks ago. It has messed with my head and caused me to start thinking too much about what and how much I am eating....
by Lovedby2
Fri Apr 10, 2015 5:26 pm
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Lovedby2. I've decided to track and post
Replies: 143
Views: 136813

Lovedby2

I can't believe 3 days have passed since I posted. I am going to get back to the daily posting. It helps me to stay focused for sure. I haven't felt totally right since I weighed a few weeks ago. It has messed with my head and caused me to start thinking too much about what and how much I am eating....
by Lovedby2
Tue Apr 07, 2015 4:00 am
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Bahhhh glass ceiling
Replies: 190
Views: 151541

Lovedby2

Seen any deer lately? Loved your story and kudos to you for getting up so early! Great job on the weight loss!! Woo hoo!!!!
by Lovedby2
Tue Apr 07, 2015 3:50 am
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Lovedby2. I've decided to track and post
Replies: 143
Views: 136813

Lovedby2

Well, I am back among the living. I hate it when that happens. It has been a whirlwind since last Thursday. Thursday and Friday were a wash. Five college kids arrived on Saturday and I started cooking through today. It was great fun and I loved every minute of it. I was a little off my game with the...
by Lovedby2
Tue Apr 07, 2015 3:34 am
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Kathie's Check-in
Replies: 21
Views: 31046

Lovedby2

Hi KathieM. Well, I'm back among the living after that surprise stomack flu bug so I am ready to start walking again. It is suppose to rain here all week so I think I will pull out my LS walking tapes as well. I will just do the 1 mile since it is around 15 minutes I think. Hope you can join me!
by Lovedby2
Thu Apr 02, 2015 2:23 am
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Lovedby2. I've decided to track and post
Replies: 143
Views: 136813

Lovedby2

I got so caught up talking about sleep (my favorite subject) I forgot to post. I have had a stomach bug all day so I wasn't up for walking. I didn't eat much so I guess that means I am green. Did take a nap.


4-1-15

No S - green
exersise - S
sleep - S
by Lovedby2
Thu Apr 02, 2015 2:19 am
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Lovedby2. I've decided to track and post
Replies: 143
Views: 136813

Lovedby2

Abelincoln, have you ever tried Meletonin? Worked wonders for me. If I have had too much sleep I notice I have a hard time falling asleep and staying asleep. Another reason to have regular sleep bed times. Duh. Maybe that is why you feel sleepy during the day. You may not be getting restful sleep Ha...
by Lovedby2
Wed Apr 01, 2015 1:53 pm
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Kittson's Check In
Replies: 129
Views: 154564

Lovedby2

I love Fiestaware. I used to have my grandmother's and lost it moving around in my careless youth. Cringe. I am seriously considering getting the new stuff. My sister has it and loves it.
by Lovedby2
Wed Apr 01, 2015 1:46 pm
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Lovedby2. I've decided to track and post
Replies: 143
Views: 136813

lovedby2

Ha, I knew it!! I am not getting enough sleep. Thanks nbh76!!!

Not really, I think 10 hours is a little overkill, but thanks for the encouragement anyway. :shock:
by Lovedby2
Wed Apr 01, 2015 1:31 pm
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Bahhhh glass ceiling
Replies: 190
Views: 151541

Lovedby2

Oh no!! Day 38 and it is just starting to feel normal to wake up early? Well, I will lower my expectations of it only taking a few days!! That is terrific though that you are doing so well. Yeah, I think regular sleep habits don't get enough credit when it comes to health and weight loss. Discipline...
by Lovedby2
Wed Apr 01, 2015 1:24 pm
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Kathie's Check-in
Replies: 21
Views: 31046

lovedby2

Hi KattieM!! I would love for you to join me in walking! I struggle with fatigue also because of Fybromyalgia. Not fun! But I am starting really slow, just 15 minutes on some flatland I found in the mountains where I live. Anyway, good luck with No S. It is great and the board is so supportive. Let ...
by Lovedby2
Wed Apr 01, 2015 1:17 pm
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: monthly check in
Replies: 161
Views: 226713

Lovedby2

Saw your reply. Ah, childhood. I know what you mean. I didn't have a great one. I went down that road for a lot of years, rehearsing, dredging up, blaming. I don't want to sound simplistic, because it can be very complicated, rather, I can make things complicated is more accurate. But, learning to f...
by Lovedby2
Wed Apr 01, 2015 12:54 pm
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Kittson's Check In
Replies: 129
Views: 154564

Lovedby2

Hi Kittson!! Welcome to No S! Isn't it the best? I love it. I understand about the diet head. It is good you got "out" when you did. I believe dieting leads to food disorders or disordered eating as they call it now. I started that nonsense at 13 or 14 and ended up with some serious food issues. So ...
by Lovedby2
Wed Apr 01, 2015 12:44 pm
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: ironchef mostly weekly check in
Replies: 1065
Views: 1054862

Lovedby2

Thank you for stopping by with words of wisdom to share. I like the pay off idea. I have to give it some thought. If success counts according to how many times we try, well then hey I am successful!!! I will chew on that for a while. I know this, I am grateful to be here and receive all the encourag...
by Lovedby2
Wed Apr 01, 2015 12:32 pm
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: monthly check in
Replies: 161
Views: 226713

Lovedby2

I'm glad you are posting. We all see ourselves in others and relate to failures as well as successes. We learn. It is hard to be human sometimes. Am I right in saying you tend to be hard on yourself? I relate. Hubby says I am and I believe him, although it doesn't usually stop me from being so. I wa...
by Lovedby2
Wed Apr 01, 2015 12:01 pm
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Lovedby2. I've decided to track and post
Replies: 143
Views: 136813

Lovedby2

It was such an encouragement to wake up this morning and see all your thoughtful posts! I have taken something away from each one. Thank you. Well, let's see yesterday...3-21-15 Green - No S Green - walked 15 Green - went to bed at 11:00 I did sleep in late, 10:30 which threw my whole day off. I gue...
by Lovedby2
Tue Mar 31, 2015 2:36 am
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Gingerpie's 21 day challenge
Replies: 561
Views: 613910

Lovedby2

Hi Gingerpie! Good luck with your new program. It's always something, huh? I think I have high c too, but I haven't done anything about it. Your right, it does run in families. Maybe I will take some pointers from you. :lol:
by Lovedby2
Tue Mar 31, 2015 2:19 am
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Lovedby2. I've decided to track and post
Replies: 143
Views: 136813

lovedby2

3-29-15 Green 3-30-15 Fail I had 2 really good cookies after dinner. I should have put them away after my S day, but there they remained. I won't make that mistake again. I've been doing some evaluating here and feel I am doing pretty well with my habits of No S. I regret to say that I am unable to ...
by Lovedby2
Sat Mar 28, 2015 5:20 pm
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Lovedby2. I've decided to track and post
Replies: 143
Views: 136813

Lovedby2

My update for Thursday got away from me. I had a small fail on Thursday.I stayed up late which is my worst habit in regard to weight control. I think this is where I should put more focus. My old habit is staying up late which always leads to eating. We eat around 6:30 so by 11:30 on I am hungry aga...
by Lovedby2
Thu Mar 26, 2015 2:59 am
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Lovedby2. I've decided to track and post
Replies: 143
Views: 136813

Lovedby2

Loved the bacon comment Abelincoln!! I like the raw bacon for sure. Today was a good day. My attitude is better and I am feeling somewhat normal after that exhausting trip to Florida. I am moving towards somewhat accepting this overweight place I find myself in. Not accepting in the scence of not do...
by Lovedby2
Thu Mar 26, 2015 2:56 am
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Lovedby2. I've decided to track and post
Replies: 143
Views: 136813

Lovedby2

Loved the bacon comment Abelincoln!! I like the raw bacon for sure. Today was a good day. My attitude is better and I am feeling somewhat normal after that exhausting trip to Florida. I am moving towards somewhat accepting this overweight place I find myself in. Not accepting in the scence of not do...
by Lovedby2
Thu Mar 26, 2015 2:30 am
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: monthly check in
Replies: 161
Views: 226713

Lovedby2

LOL about the bacon Abelincoln! Ya know the last few years I have relaxed about my eating choices. That was not easy with my obsessive nature! I think it is all part of getting better with the eating issue. Just too much thinking about all that food stuff. You know, not processed, whole foods, yada ...
by Lovedby2
Wed Mar 25, 2015 2:40 am
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Lovedby2. I've decided to track and post
Replies: 143
Views: 136813

Lovedby2

3-24-15 Green

Bacon sandwich, orange, hot tea
Granola with milk, banana
coffee with cream
tarragon chicken, rice, broccoli, salad
hot tea with cream and sugar


I resisted the desire to snack tonight.
A little more occupied with food, I think because of the scale disapointment.
by Lovedby2
Wed Mar 25, 2015 2:15 am
Forum: No S Diet Testimonials (aka "yearly check in")
Topic: One guy finally getting it after years of failure
Replies: 12
Views: 30329

Lovedby2

Really enjoyed reading your story! Please keep us posted and good luck.
by Lovedby2
Tue Mar 24, 2015 2:50 am
Forum: No S Diet General Discussion
Topic: Need help evaluating why I haven't lost weight
Replies: 13
Views: 24502

Lovedby2

Ugh. I hate those reality checks about getting older and eating, but very much appreciate the reminders. Whose in charge here? It is just plain unfair! :oops: Oolala53, thank you and I don't mind the personal questions. I have no idea what my BMI would be. I should look at that. I had gone through a...
by Lovedby2
Tue Mar 24, 2015 2:22 am
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Lovedby2. I've decided to track and post
Replies: 143
Views: 136813

Lovedby2

3-23-15 Green

Bacon, rice, orange, hot tea
soup, pretzels, hot tea
pork chop, mixed veggies, salad, sweet potato

Today was a good day. It feels good to be home and in a routine again.
by Lovedby2
Mon Mar 23, 2015 2:51 am
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Lovedby2. I've decided to track and post
Replies: 143
Views: 136813

lovedby2

Thanks Ironchef for the encouragement. I guess your right about maintaining being a success. I just want that scale to move. :idea: 3-2-15 Green bacon and egg coffee with cream and sugar peanut butter and jelly tortilla roll up, orange, tortilla chips garlic chicken, creamed spinach, rice, salad hot...
by Lovedby2
Mon Mar 23, 2015 2:35 am
Forum: No S Diet General Discussion
Topic: Need help evaluating why I haven't lost weight
Replies: 13
Views: 24502

lovedby2

Thanks for the tips. To answer the questions asked. I am 59, so yes it is hard to lose but it always has been for me. Exercise, no I don't, but should. I should probably lose 40 lbs but would be happy with thirty. I don't lose and gain, I have just gained very slowly over the last twenty five years....
by Lovedby2
Sun Mar 22, 2015 6:42 pm
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Linda's daily check-in
Replies: 4617
Views: 4495492

lovedby2

Thanks for the encouragement lpearlmom. Wow, you have lost 50 lbs No Sing? That is so great. I am going to go back and read your journey. I always want to move things along quickly. I am impressed that you hung in there for a year before seeing a lot of results. Thank you for being there for us newb...
by Lovedby2
Sun Mar 22, 2015 5:58 pm
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: ironchef mostly weekly check in
Replies: 1065
Views: 1054862

Lovedby2

Hi ironchef! Loved reading about ironbaby. Congratulations on your pregnancy. What a blessing to have another on the way. Hope you are feeling good and No Sing with success.
by Lovedby2
Sun Mar 22, 2015 5:54 pm
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: monthly check in
Replies: 161
Views: 226713

Lovedby2

Hi Abelincoln! Just stopping by to say hi. I have been off board for a few weeks. Old habits die hard. Isn't that what they say? I relate to the sleeping ascape. It is realllllly hard to overcome. Stay busy and keep on keepin on. :lol:
by Lovedby2
Sun Mar 22, 2015 5:53 pm
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: monthly check in
Replies: 161
Views: 226713

Lovedby2

Hi Abelincoln! Just stopping by to say hi. I have been off board for a few weeks. Old habits die hard. Isn't that what they say? I relate to the sleeping ascape. It is realllllly hard to overcome. Stay busy and keep on keepin on. :lol:
by Lovedby2
Sun Mar 22, 2015 5:49 pm
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Gingerpie's 21 day challenge
Replies: 561
Views: 613910

Lovedby2

Hi Gingerpie!! Wow, you forgot to eat lunch. Astounding. I don't think I have ever done that. :lol: You know you have made strides when that happens. That darn scale! It always tempts me to tweak things when it doesn't budge. I am going through the same thing right now. Sets the diet mentality off f...
by Lovedby2
Sun Mar 22, 2015 5:42 pm
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Sonya's checkin
Replies: 619
Views: 775328

lovedby2

Hi osoniye. Thanks for stopping by with the encouragment. Wow, you have been No Sing for a long time. Thank you for sharing your insights and wisdom. There is so much to learn. Good luck with No Sing for the long haul!!
by Lovedby2
Sun Mar 22, 2015 5:28 pm
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Lovedby2. I've decided to track and post
Replies: 143
Views: 136813

lovedby2

I had a day of sulking yeterday about my no weight loss 2 months. Today I am making my way back to posting and evaluating why with a semi-better attitude. Sigh.
by Lovedby2
Sun Mar 22, 2015 5:22 pm
Forum: No S Diet General Discussion
Topic: Need help evaluating why I haven't lost weight
Replies: 13
Views: 24502

Need help evaluating why I haven't lost weight

After a day of sulking I decided to get a grip, regroup and ask for advice. I have been doing No S for about 3 months. I lost weight the first month. 3lbs., but I have not lost anything the last 2 months. I could really get down about this but I am asking for advice instead. My first inclination is ...
by Lovedby2
Sat Mar 21, 2015 10:40 pm
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Lovedby2. I've decided to track and post
Replies: 143
Views: 136813

Lovedby2

Unbelievable!!! I just returned last night from Florida. A three week trip turned into an almost six week adventure. I just got so intrenched in the project i was doing for my sister I was too exhausted to post. Most nights I was working until midnight decorating, painting and organizing her whole h...
by Lovedby2
Wed Mar 04, 2015 5:55 am
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Gingerpie's 21 day challenge
Replies: 561
Views: 613910

Lovedby2

Good luch Gingerpie with your 21 day challenge!!
by Lovedby2
Wed Mar 04, 2015 5:51 am
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Linda's daily check-in
Replies: 4617
Views: 4495492

Lovedby2

Hi Linda! You are doing so well! Congratulations. Oh to see the scale go down is a beautiful thing! :lol: No, I am not an interior decorator. I just love decorating so i do it for fun for friends and family. I guess it has become kind of a hobby. Anyway, good job on the weight loss.
by Lovedby2
Wed Mar 04, 2015 5:37 am
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Lovedby2. I've decided to track and post
Replies: 143
Views: 136813

Lovedby2

2-3-15 Green

bacon sand, orange
turkey sand, ff
baked chicken, salad
hot tea
by Lovedby2
Tue Mar 03, 2015 4:34 am
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: monthly check in
Replies: 161
Views: 226713

Lovedby2

Hi Abelincoln! It is hard for me to be home without a forced routine and not be tempted to sleep too much. I get bored so easy and bordom makes me sleepy. Think highschool. It amazes me how awake I become when my mind is stimulated by challenges. Just a thought.
by Lovedby2
Tue Mar 03, 2015 4:31 am
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: monthly check in
Replies: 161
Views: 226713

Lovedby2

Hi Abelincoln! It is hard for me to be home without a forced routine and not be tempted to sleep too much. I get bored so easy and bordom makes me sleepy. Think highschool. It amazes me how awake I become when my mind is stimulated by challenges. Just a thought.
by Lovedby2
Tue Mar 03, 2015 4:17 am
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Back to Vanilla/21 days
Replies: 6
Views: 12525

Lovedby2

Hi moderatemeals! I am in my 2nd month of posting and my 3rd month of No S. I totally get what you said about the freedom and ease that you feel doing No S. A huge struggle for me with food is not just the dieting aspect but also the whole healthy vs unhealthy, processed vs whole foods, yada yada. M...
by Lovedby2
Tue Mar 03, 2015 4:04 am
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Jean's check in
Replies: 278
Views: 367305

Lovedby2

Thank you r.jean for the encouragment! I was encouraged to hear tha someone my age has lost on No S. I have to admit I have doubts because has been so darn hard in the past. Did you make any adjustments like eating less to accompidate for age? If you have any pointers for me I would love it. Like di...
by Lovedby2
Tue Mar 03, 2015 3:57 am
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Lovedby2. I've decided to track and post
Replies: 143
Views: 136813

Lovedby2

I have been slack on listing my food because I am decorating my sister'a house. The great thing is that it has kept me so busy I have been staying green, most of the time. Friday and Saturday were S days for me which were kind of wild but not crazy.

3-1-15 Green
3-2-15 Green
by Lovedby2
Fri Feb 27, 2015 3:26 am
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: LifeisFun's First check-ins
Replies: 21
Views: 30077

Lovedby2

HI lifeisfun! Welcome and good luck withyour journey.