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by kccc
Wed Dec 07, 2011 4:43 pm
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: KCCC's 2011 Check-in
Replies: 431
Views: 369802

Wednesday Exercise: Killer yoga class. My arms were shaking by the end Br: oatmeal with dried apricots L: 2 squares Spanikopita, hard-boiled egg, green pepper strips D (planned): Salmon, corn-on-the-cob, broccoli, tropical fruit Looking at my general meals - they're not bad. I think my big problems ...
by kccc
Wed Dec 07, 2011 4:37 pm
Forum: No S Diet General Discussion
Topic: Christmas challenge and beyond.....
Replies: 26
Views: 37524

I'm half on board. :) Yes, I commit to Vanilla No-S, and intend to "reboot" a few habits that have gotten sloppy. And I really agree that doing this DURING the holidays rather than after the holidays is the way to go. I have learned that I enjoy my food more on No-S, and I don't want to let that sli...
by kccc
Wed Dec 07, 2011 2:16 am
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: KCCC's 2011 Check-in
Replies: 431
Views: 369802

Dinner last night was Spanikopita and salad. Tuesday... Exercise - walking and abs Br: Oatmeal w/ apricots and nuts L: one plate at dining hall - reasonable portions D: sausage, kale, sweet potato, squash Glass wine I'm enjoying the wine, ecause I've had a nasty cold for a while so skipped it in fav...
by kccc
Mon Dec 05, 2011 1:02 pm
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: KCCC's 2011 Check-in
Replies: 431
Views: 369802

Big party weekend - one each day. And I partied.

And now it's Monday, and I'm ready to stop.

Plans for the day
Exercise - Yoga express class
Br - PB toast w/banana
L - one plate at fave place - ::watch portions::
D - TBD. I need to menu plan for the week today.

Will report back.
by kccc
Sat Dec 03, 2011 11:50 am
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: KCCC's 2011 Check-in
Replies: 431
Views: 369802

Thursday Ended up with 11000 steps plus Lunch was one plate - ratatouille, potatoes, small cup of soup Dinner was a tray of sushi and some fruit from the grocery Friday Exercise - lunchtime yoga, plus 5700 steps Br - toast with almond butter, banana L - chicken, sweet potatoes, veggies, one slice br...
by kccc
Thu Dec 01, 2011 3:45 pm
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: KCCC's 2011 Check-in
Replies: 431
Views: 369802

Thanks, Too Solid I am just in a time of change. Everyone thinks retirement is wonderful, and is envious of me - and with good reason. But change, even positive, carries some stress. I am "reinventing" my life again. Right now, it's busier than ever! It's the holiday season; I'm working part-time (a...
by kccc
Sat Nov 19, 2011 8:56 pm
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Blithe Morning's Action Research: Doable Fitness
Replies: 161
Views: 156937

Wrapping presents! Eeep! I haven't even made a list of who-to-buy-for yet!!

I bow to your organizational skills!
by kccc
Fri Nov 18, 2011 11:03 pm
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: KCCC's 2011 Check-in
Replies: 431
Views: 369802

Friday
Exercise - walking
Br - PB and banana toast, 2 CaL
L - pizza slice and salad
D - pasta, salad, mushrooms, bread

(Getting back into tracking.)
by kccc
Fri Nov 18, 2011 12:59 am
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Noel's 2011 Check-In
Replies: 186
Views: 166136

Totally OT.... Noel, I was catching up and just followed a link to your website... and oh, my stars, how useful it was. I'm talking about the working-at-home bit in particular. Specifically, the manage-your-time bits. I'm in a bit of a life-transition period, and it was helpful. I wrote a whole lot ...
by kccc
Fri Nov 18, 2011 12:34 am
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: KCCC's 2011 Check-in
Replies: 431
Views: 369802

I liked the No-solitary-snacking mod. It is kind of like the S=socializing mod (as opposed to "small-s" days). I do notice that I am eating-to-do-something, which I need to watch. Am tremendously busy these days. I don't know how I have time to work part-time! I think I'm actually piling all-I-did-n...
by kccc
Fri Nov 18, 2011 12:08 am
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Pangelsue's check in (back to try again)
Replies: 287
Views: 244027

Hope to see you here... but if not, hope it's because you've found another path that is working for you.
by kccc
Thu Nov 17, 2011 2:27 am
Forum: No S Diet General Discussion
Topic: cold hard facts on regaining weight
Replies: 2
Views: 6735

I expect that I will always have to intentionally practice No S. It's getting easier but i don't feel like I can say that I can completely ignore that part of my life and it will take care of itself. Now that I think about it, I don't think I can say that about any part of my life. Anything I want ...
by kccc
Sat Nov 12, 2011 5:23 pm
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Who Me? Checking In!
Replies: 549
Views: 495861

Interweave knitting conference? Color me jealous!

If you're on Rav, I'm KCCC there too.
by kccc
Sat Nov 12, 2011 5:21 pm
Forum: No S Diet General Discussion
Topic: This No S community
Replies: 14
Views: 23062

:)
by kccc
Sat Nov 12, 2011 2:28 pm
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: KCCC's 2011 Check-in
Replies: 431
Views: 369802

Hi Sue! Thanks for the greeting.

I've decided to do the No-Solitary-Snacking Mod on S-days. This will be the first weekend. Will report back.
by kccc
Fri Nov 11, 2011 1:39 pm
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: KCCC's 2011 Check-in
Replies: 431
Views: 369802

Haven't checked in for a while - have gone back to work part-time, and it's amazing how much time that takes!

Holding steady for weight/exercise. Good enough for now. Life is a bit too busy to focus heavily on it.

Will try to get back to checking in, though. It keeps me honest. :)
by kccc
Mon Oct 31, 2011 11:52 am
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: KCCC's 2011 Check-in
Replies: 431
Views: 369802

Big Birthday Weekend at our house, complete with a sleepover party. (Yes, for the little guy. Who is becoming less little very quickly.) I ate a lot. I'm tired of eating a lot. Weight holding steady, but at the slightly-higher-level-I'm-not-pleased-about. Time to pay a bit of attention. I'm thinking...
by kccc
Wed Oct 26, 2011 11:14 pm
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: KCCC's 2011 Check-in
Replies: 431
Views: 369802

Wednesday Exercise - yoga Br - toast w/PB, 2 CaL L -one plate at fave place D - pasta with clam sauce, salad, fruit Glass of wine Th (planned and packed) Br - PB/apple butter sandwich on WW, 2 CaL L - leftover clam sauce, salad, carrot sticks D - Pizza buffet (soccer end-of-season party) - one plate...
by kccc
Tue Oct 25, 2011 3:29 pm
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: KCCC's 2011 Check-in
Replies: 431
Views: 369802

Thanks, Sue! Monday went well. Exercise - 30 minutes of Wii Fitness (not the best, but okay) Br - Cheese toast, 2 CaL L - Cheese toast, butternut squash soup, figs D - Tomato soup, ham sandwiches, bell pepper strips, banana Tuesday Exercise - walking Br - yogurt, banana, 2 CaL L - one plate at dinin...
by kccc
Fri Oct 21, 2011 1:23 am
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: KCCC's 2011 Check-in
Replies: 431
Views: 369802

Dinner as planned, except I subbed roasted eggplant for the cantaloupe just because. Thursday... No exercise - had to be at work too early. Br - yogurt and banana. 3 CaL during the day (early work, cold day) L - burrito with lots of veg at favorite local place, small serving chips D - chicken/barley...
by kccc
Wed Oct 19, 2011 3:52 pm
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: KCCC's 2011 Check-in
Replies: 431
Views: 369802

Just back from a visit with my sister. Weight held steady, despite mostly restaurant-eating. (Her fall break, hubby gone, we decided "no cooking.") Work will be days-per-week, but is awkward right now...because I'm a returning retiree, there's an extra step in the process that isn't done yet. Hard t...
by kccc
Thu Oct 06, 2011 1:03 pm
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: KCCC's 2011 Check-in
Replies: 431
Views: 369802

Wednesday Exercise - yoga B - bagel with PB and banana, 2 CaL L - one plate at fave place D - Spinach enchiladas, broccoli, raspberries Wine Thursday Exercise - walking B- Greek yogurt with banana, 2 CaL L - one plate at dining hall D - BBQ pork, potato salad, veg tbd, applesauce I have been noticin...
by kccc
Tue Oct 04, 2011 12:54 pm
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: KCCC's 2011 Check-in
Replies: 431
Views: 369802

Blithe and Pangelsue, I'm just surprised because they'll eat other meatless meals - mostly cheese/egg based - so it's not like they HAVE to have meat. I think they just don't much like beans. Busy weekend, and I haven't been tracking well. I know I had a fail on Friday - drove to my folks and cooked...
by kccc
Fri Sep 30, 2011 12:32 pm
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: KCCC's 2011 Check-in
Replies: 431
Views: 369802

Thursday... Exercise - walking Br - Leftover Spanikopita, prunes, 2 CaL L - one plate of stir-fried veggies and tofu, small square focaccia (out with friends, but at a good place to get a reasonable meal). Yum! Dinner - "Pinto Picadillo" from the "Fresh from the Vegetarian Slow Cooker" cookbook, wat...
by kccc
Thu Sep 29, 2011 12:54 am
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: KCCC's 2011 Check-in
Replies: 431
Views: 369802

Wednesday!

Exercise - yoga AND walking
Br - 1/2 bagel with PB and banana, 2 CaL
L - one plate at fave place
D - sausages, baked fries, salad, fruit
Glass of wine
by kccc
Tue Sep 27, 2011 12:24 pm
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: KCCC's 2011 Check-in
Replies: 431
Views: 369802

Back after the weekend... Monday Exercise...Yoga express AND walking. Go me. Br - PB toast with banana, 2 CaL L - Spinach salad (wonderful one, with peppers, cranberries, blue cheese, and walnuts), crackers D - Spanikopita casserole, salad, cantaloupe Glass of wine Tuesday Exercise - walking Br - Gr...
by kccc
Fri Sep 23, 2011 4:20 pm
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: KCCC's 2011 Check-in
Replies: 431
Views: 369802

Haven't been tracking very well... but all good. I'm exercising and eating decently. Let's see... just for memory... Wednesday exercise - killer yoga. I am still sore. Br - Cheese toast, prunes, 2 Cal L - Out with a friend at a Vietnamese restaurant. One bowl, which was too large to finish. D - Left...
by kccc
Fri Sep 23, 2011 4:06 pm
Forum: No S Diet General Discussion
Topic: gained five pounds
Replies: 9
Views: 16859

I've been on No-S for *years,* and periodically have to recalibrate. Sometimes it's because of life changes that result in less exercise or more eating out or something of that nature. Sometimes I've started ignoring little cheats. :oops: Whatever it is... the structure of No-S lets me SEE the probl...
by kccc
Fri Sep 23, 2011 3:55 pm
Forum: No S Diet General Discussion
Topic: Your Thoughts on CoffeeMate and Bars...
Replies: 12
Views: 19896

I think those bars are glorified cookies. I use skim milk in my lattes. I'd drink black coffee for the rest of my life before using "creamer." So good news! When you and I are stuck on the desert island, and the carton of coffeemate washes ashore, I'll let you have the whole thing. Lol! I'm with Wh...
by kccc
Tue Sep 20, 2011 12:57 pm
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: KCCC's 2011 Check-in
Replies: 431
Views: 369802

So glad you liked it, Snapdragon! I intend to make it again soon. (I've learned not to immediately make something that's a hit, because if I make it a lot my family will tire of it...) Forgot to post yesterday.... Monday Exercise - walking Br - toast with PB (2), banana, 2 CaL L - salad, figs, chees...
by kccc
Fri Sep 16, 2011 2:02 pm
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: KCCC's 2011 Check-in
Replies: 431
Views: 369802

Thanks for all the birthday wishes, everyone! Got in my walk yesterday. All as planned, plus wine. Today... Br - toast w/almond butter, honeydew L (planned) - leftover tortelini, figs, veg tbd D - out with friends. May have to do the "S-day slide" this time around -it's a place that does snacky-type...
by kccc
Thu Sep 15, 2011 12:55 pm
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: KCCC's 2011 Check-in
Replies: 431
Views: 369802

Had the leftover chicken and barley last night, plus my evening glass of wine. Read a recent study that middle-aged women who drank a glass daily were in better health in old age than those who didn't, so have stopped worrying about "too much wine." (I only drink one glass in the evening, but though...
by kccc
Wed Sep 14, 2011 5:47 pm
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Snapdragon's daily check in (again) *sigh*
Replies: 193
Views: 174351

Snapdragon... I'm so glad to hear that your surgery went well & that the dr. is fully expecting the tumor to be benign. That's wonderful news....what a relief for you & your hubbie. I hope the healing process is quick & easy for you... janie What Janie said, exactly. Sending best wishes for a speed...
by kccc
Wed Sep 14, 2011 5:46 pm
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: KCCC's 2011 Check-in
Replies: 431
Views: 369802

Yesterday as planned, plus a glass of wine. Got my walk in taking a jacket to the dry-cleaners, so it was actually a bit longer than normal. Today - Yoga class. Sub teacher, so different. Still good. Br - leftover mushroom tart Iyum!P, 2 CaL L - one plate at fave place D - TBD. Either leftover chick...
by kccc
Wed Sep 14, 2011 5:35 pm
Forum: No S Diet General Discussion
Topic: Family Affair
Replies: 4
Views: 9567

Not officially. We do eat meals together, and that simple habit tends to anchor our eating patterns. I generally discourage snacks for my son, with the exception of the after-school snack which I try to keep to fruit or protein. If it's too close to dinner, though, he gets the old-fashioned "it will...
by kccc
Tue Sep 13, 2011 1:39 pm
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Blithe Morning's Action Research: Doable Fitness
Replies: 161
Views: 156937

It is hard to be compliant at a conference. Good for you for trying! :)
by kccc
Tue Sep 13, 2011 1:34 pm
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: NoSnacker Check-in
Replies: 667
Views: 551824

Hi NoSnacker, Some random thoughts on dealing with the scale... first, it's ONE measurement, and not always accurate. Partly because it's a "lagging indicator," partly because it's influenced by so many other things (water retention, time of day, etc.) One thing that helps is to find other metrics. ...
by kccc
Tue Sep 13, 2011 1:25 pm
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Pangelsue's check in (back to try again)
Replies: 287
Views: 244027

Just sending love and encouragement. :)
by kccc
Tue Sep 13, 2011 1:03 pm
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: KCCC's 2011 Check-in
Replies: 431
Views: 369802

Yesterday as planned, plus a glass of wine. Got in 12600 steps. Good for me. Today Br - WW toast with almond butter and banana, 2 CaL L (planned) - leftover mushroom tart (it was GREAT), cheese, salad D (planned) - barley with chicken, peas'n'carrots, salad, maybe fruit Will walk for exercise today.
by kccc
Mon Sep 12, 2011 7:24 pm
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: KCCC's 2011 Check-in
Replies: 431
Views: 369802

Happy Monday! The weekend included a lot of travel and snacking. But that was the weekend, and now it's back to normal. Br - Greek yogurt and banana, 2 CaL L - One plate at fave place, half salad D - Trying a new "mushroom tart" recipe, plus deviled eggs, broccoli and raspberries. (It sounds a bit o...
by kccc
Fri Sep 09, 2011 12:02 pm
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: KCCC's 2011 Check-in
Replies: 431
Views: 369802

Thanks, snapdragon and Skykitty! Deb, my story is on the testimonial page, and you can get a lot from this loong thread and past ones. Also, there's a sticky on the main discussion board called "Phases of No-S" that I wrote, which may help. I love No-S. I'm in maintenance now, but because I'm middle...
by kccc
Fri Sep 09, 2011 2:16 am
Forum: No S Diet General Discussion
Topic: Things that you consider a "sweet"
Replies: 23
Views: 29454

One of the hard things - and the good things - about No-S is that you have to answer those questions for yourself. My definition of "sweet" has changed over time. I'm less concerned about a little added sugar in a recipe, and I put it in my coffee. But I no longer eat pre-sweetened yogurt (I buy pla...
by kccc
Thu Sep 08, 2011 2:51 pm
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: KCCC's 2011 Check-in
Replies: 431
Views: 369802

Yesterday as planned. I got rather hungry in the middle of the afternoon, and had an extra cafe au lait (since it was a gray drizzly day here, that was nice). But I didn't eat, because I really didn't want to spoil my birthday dinner. We went out to a new restaurant. Technically more than one plate,...
by kccc
Wed Sep 07, 2011 3:39 pm
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: KCCC's 2011 Check-in
Replies: 431
Views: 369802

Friday was as planned, pretty much. Didn't get in exercise... Looong weekend. Not only was it Labor Day, so we were all off on Monday, but on Tuesday there was a teacher work day, so the little guy was home. We did a lot of fun things, which included too much food. Saturday - out to eat. More pizza ...
by kccc
Sat Sep 03, 2011 12:24 pm
Forum: No S Diet General Discussion
Topic: Do you eat the same meals everyday?
Replies: 15
Views: 26887

I tend to eat the same breakfast for a while, then switch to something else and eat it for a while. Oatmeal and fruit; Greek yogurt and fruit. Lunch is usually dinner-leftovers. Not always. I have a family, so I cook dinner. I generally use a "pattern" for main dishes but try to mix up the actual en...
by kccc
Fri Sep 02, 2011 1:35 pm
Forum: No S Diet General Discussion
Topic: Loading up your plate? Realization!
Replies: 14
Views: 23940

When I started, I realized that I'd relied on snacks so much that I ate far too little at meals. A vicious cycle - I'd snack because I hadn't eaten enough at meals and then not eat enough at meals because I'd snacked...(and was trying to "be good.") Bottom line, I was just oblivious to how much food...
by kccc
Fri Sep 02, 2011 11:28 am
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: KCCC's 2011 Check-in
Replies: 431
Views: 369802

Who Me, one of the astonishing things about No-S is how your perspective shifts over time. Years ago, I would have thought my "lapse" was being "good"! But now I can see it was emotional eating, not hunger. Blithe, that's a good strategy. When I'm having trouble with some aspect of No-S (there are p...
by kccc
Thu Sep 01, 2011 1:00 pm
Forum: No S Diet General Discussion
Topic: Quality vs. quantity... (S-day musing)
Replies: 18
Views: 23717

Herbsgirl, "Recognize Choice" is one of my "mantras of adulthood." It applies to more areas of life than you might imagine. At least for me. A corollary is "Choose what will make you happy, and be happy with what you chose." (Other mantras of adulthood include "Savor moments of beauty, joy, and conn...
by kccc
Thu Sep 01, 2011 12:39 pm
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: KCCC's 2011 Check-in
Replies: 431
Views: 369802

Tuesday as planned, and got my steps in. Wednesday was a FAILURE. First in a while. Br - leftover potatoes and chicken L - one plate from fave place D - Ham and cheese on rye, mixed fruit, chips and salsa, carrot sticks. (Snacks, described below.) - That's where the downfall started. I was slicing t...
by kccc
Thu Sep 01, 2011 12:28 pm
Forum: No S Diet General Discussion
Topic: Quality vs. quantity... (S-day musing)
Replies: 18
Views: 23717

Herbsgirl, you might read the sticky "Phases of No S" up above. That sort of helps lay our some "phases" that people go through (at least in my view, and a lot of people seemed to agree). At this point, I do stick to the 3-meal structure on S-days. But I didn't at first. The big key is don't worry a...
by kccc
Thu Sep 01, 2011 12:21 pm
Forum: No S Diet General Discussion
Topic: How do you overcome screw-ups?
Replies: 18
Views: 23188

Doesn't annoy ME at ALL.

It's actually pretty neat to see conversations I'd forgotten about. (I admit that I especially like seeing "what I said then" and remembering both "how much I really do know" and "how much I've learned since then.")
by kccc
Tue Aug 30, 2011 6:07 pm
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: KCCC's 2011 Check-in
Replies: 431
Views: 369802

Yesterday as planned, plus a glass of wine. Exercise was just 15 minutes of "movement!" (Running in place, various aerobic moves, whatever.) Tuesday... Br - 1/2 bagel with PB, juice L - leftover tortellini, carrot sticks, grapes, figs D (planned) - chicken, potato "fries" (baked), veg/fruit tbd Walk...
by kccc
Tue Aug 30, 2011 6:04 pm
Forum: No S Diet General Discussion
Topic: Obsession foods and their power
Replies: 6
Views: 10678

I voted without reading your post. (My bad.) But the reality is more nuanced than my choice, of course. My vote was for learning control. However, I think it's fair to KNOW the limits of your control. Some foods I just don't keep in the house. Most of those are "junk food" that I don't want to be a ...
by kccc
Mon Aug 29, 2011 1:24 pm
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: KCCC's 2011 Check-in
Replies: 431
Views: 369802

Lol, Who Me! No music except for resting pose at the end. A good bit of talking/demonstration on form, which made the length bearable. In fact, the one-hour class I took on Sunday felt tougher (non-stop, a LOT of standing poses and downward dog). Sunday was a bit more in terms of eating. Good meals,...
by kccc
Sun Aug 28, 2011 11:00 am
Forum: No S Diet General Discussion
Topic: Restrictions, rage and relapse (I love alliteration!)
Replies: 33
Views: 39718

You're probably right that the majority drop off because they give up. No-Sis simple, but that doesn't mean it's easy . Especially at first. But I have seen a number of "goodby and thanks" posts from people who have lost their weight and are ready to spend their time elsewhere. (I've also seen a lot...
by kccc
Sun Aug 28, 2011 1:04 am
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: KCCC's 2011 Check-in
Replies: 431
Views: 369802

Hi Skykitty! It's very likely I was the one who turned you onto toasted cheese with tomato - it's a major favorite of mine. Glad you're enjoying it too. :) === Saturday - S-day Three hour yoga workshop. I expect to be sore tomorrow. It was very, very good. Br - Greek yogurt and banana, 2 CaL L - sus...
by kccc
Sat Aug 27, 2011 11:34 pm
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Pangelsue's check in (back to try again)
Replies: 287
Views: 244027

Sending VERY best wishes as well. (Though I honestly laughed when you put me and "zen-like peace" in the same sentence. I aspire to that, can "see it from here" some days - and am terribly, terribly far off others. My nature is to be a bit perfectionist and worry-wart, so I'm just trying to take cou...
by kccc
Fri Aug 26, 2011 11:42 pm
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: KCCC's 2011 Check-in
Replies: 431
Views: 369802

Friday!

Exercise: None so far. :(

Br - Greek yogurt, banana, 2 CaL
L - Toasted cheese with tomato, figs, chips and salsa
D - Grilled cheese, carrots, grapes

I intend to have some wine.

Tomorrow I'm planning a loooong yoga class. We'll see how it goes! :)
by kccc
Thu Aug 25, 2011 1:35 pm
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: KCCC's 2011 Check-in
Replies: 431
Views: 369802

Yesterday as planned, except TWO glasses of wine at the end. Gotta watch that trend. I was amazed at how much pizza the little guy and friend put away at the pool. I expected to have leftovers for lunch - we bought 2 large pizzas. Nope. The boys went through an AMAZING amount. I keep getting warning...
by kccc
Wed Aug 24, 2011 5:53 pm
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: KCCC's 2011 Check-in
Replies: 431
Views: 369802

Pangelsue - I love Storypeople. There is always one that feels appropriate to the moment. When my boss and friend died unexpectedly last fall, I bought two copies of "Real Hero" and framed them - one for my office and one to give his family. It was very comforting to see it every day, and to think a...
by kccc
Wed Aug 24, 2011 5:39 pm
Forum: No S Diet General Discussion
Topic: Going on holiday...
Replies: 6
Views: 11673

Some prior discussions on the topic that may be useful to you... but the bottom line is what can you stick to, be happy with in the moment, and be happy with long-term? http://everydaysystems.com/bb/viewtopic.php?t=7788 http://everydaysystems.com/bb/viewtopic.php?t=5297 http://everydaysystems.com/bb...
by kccc
Tue Aug 23, 2011 3:52 pm
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: KCCC's 2011 Check-in
Replies: 431
Views: 369802

Yesterday as planned, plus a glass of wine. Today... exercise is heavy-duty gardening (digging in amendments, planting fall garden step one), plus some yoga (15 minutes). Br - 1/2 bagel with almond butter, dried apricots L - leftover quiche, cucumber salad, dried figs, toast D (planned) - salmon, po...
by kccc
Mon Aug 22, 2011 10:35 pm
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Sinnie's Retake 2011
Replies: 152
Views: 118877

What a great update - just like a fairytale story with a "happy ending." :)

Best wishes to you and your husband! Hope things continue to go well for you.
by kccc
Mon Aug 22, 2011 10:31 pm
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Pangelsue's check in (back to try again)
Replies: 287
Views: 244027

Sending best wishes...and absorbing your very deep wisdom.

Reminds me of this. (I love Storypeople.) You sound as if you are taking in every minute of your life, and savoring it. Wonderful. And a reminder for the rest of us.

Thank you for letting us know what's going on with you.
by kccc
Mon Aug 22, 2011 2:30 pm
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: KCCC's 2011 Check-in
Replies: 431
Views: 369802

Saturday was a big meal with extended family, at my parents' house. We drove down the night before so we could be there to help move tables and get set up. I had a normal breakfast, a large-ish meal with homemade apple pie after, and took home ingredients for steak salad and followed it up with choc...
by kccc
Mon Aug 22, 2011 2:11 pm
Forum: No S Diet General Discussion
Topic: Forum Request?
Replies: 13
Views: 19071

Who Me - I understand what you're asking, and yes, it can be done.

Instead of clicking on the thread title, click on the arrow at the left of it. That will take you to where you left off reading.

(I was on this forum for YEARS before I learned that!)
by kccc
Fri Aug 19, 2011 1:06 pm
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: KCCC's 2011 Check-in
Replies: 431
Views: 369802

I did have tons of leftovers. Freezing the black bean soup, and we're eating up the tortellini soup, since I don't think it will freeze well. Fortunately, it was a big hit with the family. Recording so I don't forget my made-up recipe Chop 1 small onion and 2-3 cloves garlic, and saute in olive oil ...
by kccc
Thu Aug 18, 2011 4:33 pm
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: KCCC's 2011 Check-in
Replies: 431
Views: 369802

Thursday already! The yoga class yesterday was SO good - I could feel it opening up my achy neck. Starting a serious yoga practice was one of the healthiest decisions I've ever made, right up there with No-S. Food yesterday was as planned. Dinner included broccoli, banana slices, and garlic toast. T...
by kccc
Wed Aug 17, 2011 9:15 pm
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Who Me? Checking In!
Replies: 549
Views: 495861

Oh, yum! I may have to try that!
by kccc
Wed Aug 17, 2011 12:33 pm
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: KCCC's 2011 Check-in
Replies: 431
Views: 369802

Had TWO glasses of wine last night. Also got in my "steps" with a family walk, which was so pleasant. I like the company of my family. :) Wednesday weigh in: 143.5. That's more like it - I like being between 142-144 right now. Exercise - yoga class. On my way as soon as I finish this post! Br - 1/2 ...
by kccc
Tue Aug 16, 2011 10:44 pm
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: KCCC's 2011 Check-in
Replies: 431
Views: 369802

Terrific Tuesday! (Actually, it was a bit hectic. But that's okay.) Exercise - 2 miles with "Leslie" before I had to leave this morning. Not quite enough - I'm still a bit low on my steps - but a good workout for the time I had. Br - PBJ on homemade bread, 2 CaL L - Split pea soup, watermelon, more ...
by kccc
Tue Aug 16, 2011 12:12 am
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: KCCC's 2011 Check-in
Replies: 431
Views: 369802

Weekend was a bit excessive - some big meals, and some snacking. Eventually, I was just too full to eat... so I quit. Marvelous Monday! Exercise - yoga routine - only about 20 minutes. Plus went outside with the little guy for a bit. Br - yogurt, banana, last bit of fig jam (about a tablespoon), 2 C...
by kccc
Fri Aug 12, 2011 4:32 pm
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: KCCC's 2011 Check-in
Replies: 431
Views: 369802

Great job! I love when my kids learn to cook. We all started somewhere and think how he will be prepared when he moves out (a long, long time from now :lol: ). Right now, eight years or so seems CLOSE. He's growing so fast... and there's so much he needs to know before then! (And I'm in TOTAL denia...
by kccc
Thu Aug 11, 2011 7:11 pm
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Mimi's Daily Check In
Replies: 783
Views: 851618

What an adorable picture! :) Ice cream for lunch... I did that once with all my roomies in college. Our AC was out, we were broke... and we literally found $$ on the street. About $16, no one around. So we decided to splurge and get one of the Baskin-Robbins creations as our meal. (A banana split is...
by kccc
Thu Aug 11, 2011 7:04 pm
Forum: No S Diet General Discussion
Topic: long-term mentality
Replies: 3
Views: 6731

Leave off the weight goal entirely, and create HABIT goals.* (If the habits are solid, the weight will follow. For me, focusing on weight means that I slack on habits when my weight looks good, and get frustrated when it doesn't... just normal fluctuations can derail me.) I use the "5 degrees of cha...
by kccc
Thu Aug 11, 2011 6:57 pm
Forum: No S Diet General Discussion
Topic: Partners' Participation
Replies: 19
Views: 25699

My husband knows about it, and has seen me be successful on it. I am not sure if my son (age 10) has clued in. He knows I don't eat desserts during the week, because I've said that. ("Are you going to have some, mom?" "No, I don't eat desserts during the week. You don't need to have dessert every da...
by kccc
Thu Aug 11, 2011 12:01 pm
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: KCCC's 2011 Check-in
Replies: 431
Views: 369802

Skykitty, I was thinking evening meal, but to be honest most of my lunches are leftovers - so it might be both. I'm trying to sort out my "pattern" for dinners and plan ahead better. The week usually includes: - a pasta meal (spaghetti with marinara or clam sauce, tortellini with pesto, etc.), - one...
by kccc
Tue Aug 09, 2011 1:57 pm
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: KCCC's 2011 Check-in
Replies: 431
Views: 369802

Determined, I have used that exact line with my little guy when he's in one of his moods, but he will follow me arguing! I have sent him to his room on occasion because I need the space! (But I totally agree - staying out of the drama myself is a major key!) === Changed my mind on dinner last night ...
by kccc
Mon Aug 08, 2011 11:59 am
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: KCCC's 2011 Check-in
Replies: 431
Views: 369802

Blithe, the bad news is that my son is the Drama King. He can make a mountain out of a molehill faster than anyone! We are working on this.... ("Your reaction is THIS BIG and it deserves to be this big. " He comes by it honest. In teaching him (and trying to model), we learn too. == Marvelous Monday...
by kccc
Mon Aug 08, 2011 1:22 am
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: KCCC's 2011 Check-in
Replies: 431
Views: 369802

Thanks, Grammy and Who Me! Had good S-days overall. I had ice cream 2x on Saturday and chocolate pudding 2x on Sunday, plus a few other larger-than-normal plates or "bites" between meals. But nothing over-the-top. Tried making eggrolls on Saturday, mostly because I had a HUGE cabbage in my veggie bo...
by kccc
Mon Aug 08, 2011 1:13 am
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: a little help from my friends, please!
Replies: 191
Views: 175870

Grammy, be gentle with yourself over all the emotional eating. Mark it and move on... You know the drill. :)
by kccc
Mon Aug 08, 2011 1:08 am
Forum: No S Diet General Discussion
Topic: Hi
Replies: 6
Views: 12764

Good to see you.

I hope that you are regaining your health, and wish you the best. :)
by kccc
Sun Aug 07, 2011 1:12 am
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: KCCC's 2011 Check-in
Replies: 431
Views: 369802

Blithe, I read your post to my husband (out of earshot of the little guy, of course) and we laughed and laughed. Then we agreed that our son WOULD have the right stuff, but would argue with the teacher about whether this is what OUGHT to be used. I think the next few years will be a wild ride! But e...
by kccc
Sat Aug 06, 2011 6:51 pm
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: KCCC's 2011 Check-in
Replies: 431
Views: 369802

Super Saturday! I have so lost track of the days that I did not remember until 10:00 that this was an S-day! I even tried to figure out how to handle breakfast around yoga class, and decided to have some nuts/fruit ahead and yogurt after (partly a time-based decision) and only after my class when I ...
by kccc
Fri Aug 05, 2011 11:19 pm
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: KCCC's 2011 Check-in
Replies: 431
Views: 369802

Had the leftover Eggplant Parmesan for lunch. Dinner was rotisserie chicken, corn on the cob, and watermelon. Fantastic Friday! :) Exercise: a 30-minute yoga dvd this morning. Br - "yogurt parfait" - yogurt layered with strawberry slices and a bit of kashi cereal. Very good. (The little guy had one ...
by kccc
Thu Aug 04, 2011 2:07 pm
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: KCCC's 2011 Check-in
Replies: 431
Views: 369802

Dinner yesterday was Eggplant Parmesan with fruit, mushrooms, and salad. Glass of wine later. Success! Happy Thursday! Exercise - walking. Need to put abs back in, but not today. Br - scrambled egg sandwich (1 sl bread), 2 CaL L and D are both TBD, because of schedule flux. One will be leftover Eggp...
by kccc
Wed Aug 03, 2011 4:51 pm
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: KCCC's 2011 Check-in
Replies: 431
Views: 369802

Thanks, Grammy! It is a big change, and I am working it out. No-S is suddenly a new challenge, which is a shocker to me after years of good habits. BUT... I've always had trouble with "N-days at home" and had to work a bit harder with them. Right now, every day feels like a weekend (S-day!) and I sl...
by kccc
Mon Aug 01, 2011 2:20 pm
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: KCCC's 2011 Check-in
Replies: 431
Views: 369802

Well, it's always a bad sign when I'm not posting. I failed more on Friday, and then took my S-days... which included some "poor me" and "I deserve" and "get it while I can" eating. The trip in on Friday exhausted me. On an ordinary workday, I would not have gone, but did because I needed to turn in...
by kccc
Mon Aug 01, 2011 2:00 pm
Forum: No S Diet General Discussion
Topic: Meal Planning / Brainstorming
Replies: 13
Views: 24483

Sheepish, what a GREAT list!

Marcie, the daily threads are a great resource. You can also check the "Intelligent Dietary Defaults" sticky for ideas.
by kccc
Fri Jul 29, 2011 10:49 am
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: KCCC's 2011 Check-in
Replies: 431
Views: 369802

Thanks everyone! He seems to be healing up okay... waiting on the Dr to make his rounds, and hoping to be released today. I actually need to get to work - this is officially my last day, and I have keys/equipment/forms to turn in. Plus a report that I need to finish up... I will be working part-time...
by kccc
Thu Jul 28, 2011 3:34 pm
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: KCCC's 2011 Check-in
Replies: 431
Views: 369802

Exciting few days. Lovely retirement party. My family came, despite the drive. So proud of them, especially my little guy, who clearly had his "best manners" on. On the way home, he started complaining of a tummy ache. That night, he was throwing up. Took him to the Dr first thing in the morning... ...
by kccc
Tue Jul 26, 2011 1:54 pm
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: oolala53
Replies: 2369
Views: 2784384

Just adding to the love and support... since I can't top Berry's humor. :)

Hang in there.
by kccc
Tue Jul 26, 2011 1:05 pm
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: KCCC's 2011 Check-in
Replies: 431
Views: 369802

Thanks, No S and Mimi. I know I am incredibly, incredibly lucky to have this option. I'm taking it for "life balance" - with my mom's iffy health, I need more flexibility. And I just can't take the commute anymore. I AM grateful to have this choice. But a part of me is sad. I like my job, and the pe...
by kccc
Mon Jul 25, 2011 6:02 pm
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: KCCC's 2011 Check-in
Replies: 431
Views: 369802

Pangelsue... Wellll.... he was also a Quidditch star. ;) And he has a certain kind of smarts - not book-smart like Hermione, but a good problem-solver. But I agree, his friendships were pivotal. On the No-S front... a busy-but-good weekend, with some snacking/sweets but no "eating to icky." And I go...
by kccc
Fri Jul 22, 2011 5:34 pm
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Pangelsue's check in (back to try again)
Replies: 287
Views: 244027

I think you're VERY wise to recognize that eating doesn't solve problems, it just adds to them. Give yourself credit on that one.

Hang in there.

Sending hugs and best wishes... and hopes that you find something else that comforts you. (A hobby/calling a friend/bubblebath/flowers.... something.)
by kccc
Fri Jul 22, 2011 5:32 pm
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Mimi's Daily Check In
Replies: 783
Views: 851618

Mimi - so sorry for your loss! :(

Glad the wedding went well, and just glad to see you.
by kccc
Fri Jul 22, 2011 2:08 pm
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: KCCC's 2011 Check-in
Replies: 431
Views: 369802

Hiya, Mimi! Good to see you! Joyofsix and Mimi... I'm not too worried about the "gain", because it's really "back to normal" after a bit of a dip. But I liked the dip, so may work on making it stick! Last night had leftover chicken with linguine and pesto (I mixed mine; the guys ate their pasta and ...
by kccc
Thu Jul 21, 2011 1:17 pm
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: KCCC's 2011 Check-in
Replies: 431
Views: 369802

Dinner ended up being the chicken, which I pulled out of the liquid and shredded (the liquid just kept it moist), cous-cous, salad, and peas and carrots. Happy Thursday! Exercise - walking plus abs Br - Greek yogurt and figs. 2 CaL L (planned) - leftovers from yesterday, exactly the same. D - Salmon...
by kccc
Wed Jul 20, 2011 3:26 pm
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: KCCC's 2011 Check-in
Replies: 431
Views: 369802

Over-the-hump Wednesday... Br - 1/2 bagel with tomato and fresh mozzarella. Good! L - One plate at fave place (planned) D - experimental crock-pot concoction. We'll see how it turns out. Chicken legs, tomato soup (I normally don't cook with soup. But we keep some of the organic boxed soups for the l...
by kccc
Wed Jul 20, 2011 3:22 pm
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: KCCC's 2011 Check-in
Replies: 431
Views: 369802

We all liked the final movie. The special effects were beautiful, and even though this is the tense "face off" finale to the story, there were some moments that were funny or sweet to relieve the tension. The plot was streamlined to fit it in, but the essentials were there, and the changes were not ...