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Alee
True Blue Farmgirl
22941 Posts
Alee
Worland
Wy
USA
22941 Posts |
 Posted - May 15 2008 : 06:24:31 AM
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I just got back from my jog/walk this morning. 2.5 miles in 30 minutes- and I even stopped to herd some chickens!
A business down the road (my turn around spot) has a huge flock of chickens out back and I guess someone left the gate open. 5 hens were running around loose so I set my dog to help herd them. We got them all back into their fence and shut the gate. Some were as far away as the next property and on the road so I didn't want any road killed chickens.
Anyway, the sun rose on our way back and it bathed us in this most beautiful light and warmth. It was wonderful and I am so glad that Nora went back to sleep long enough for me to take my run. Though I may have to get a quieter alarm clock as I think that is what is waking her up as well!
Alee
Farmgirl Sister #8
www.awarmheart.com
Please come visit Nora and me on our new blog:
www.farmgirlalee.blogspot.com |
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ruralfarmgirl
True Blue Farmgirl
4309 Posts
Rene'
Prosser
WA
USA
4309 Posts |
Posted - May 15 2008 : 06:45:55 AM
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Awesome Alee.... I have been riding my bike to work ( about 2 miles).. but I am down about 7 pounds so far... YEA!
Rene~Prosser Farmgirl #185
" Plant goodness, harvest the fruit of loyalty, plow the new ground of knowledge. Hosea 10:12 |
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Tina Michelle
True Blue Farmgirl
6948 Posts
Tina
sunshine state
FL
USA
6948 Posts |
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Alee
True Blue Farmgirl
22941 Posts
Alee
Worland
Wy
USA
22941 Posts |
Posted - May 16 2008 : 4:35:14 PM
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Just got back from the store. I bought some yummy salad fixings, some fresh dressing because since I can't remember buying what is in the fridge...
Anyhow...I have been doing really well. Nora was up all night last night not feeling well so no jogging for me today which is really sad because last night I was contemplating going for a run and didn't.
I have been measuring my food instead of just pouring a huge bowl of cereal and I have been telling husband "That's too much food!" when he fixes my plate for me. I know it's not much but it looks like I might have lost a pound or two! It's hard to tell with the non-digital scale that I have now (I'm still grumbly that Doug and Sky ruined my brand new nice digital scale a few months ago!) but it definitely is below 170! Hurrah! And... that was not a first thing in the morning weigh! Even better! Just know that I have turned the gaining weight trend around is making me so happy!
Alee
Farmgirl Sister #8
www.awarmheart.com
Please come visit Nora and me on our new blog:
www.farmgirlalee.blogspot.com |
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Alee
True Blue Farmgirl
22941 Posts
Alee
Worland
Wy
USA
22941 Posts |
Posted - May 18 2008 : 10:37:19 AM
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I've been doing really good! There are still cookies left from my buying trip on the 16th. And I haven't been the only one eating them. Every time I am hungry I go fix myself a big salad. It really fills me up between meal times.
I have been going out and getting my exercise as well. Woohoo! I am so excited to be getting healthier and more fit!
How is everyone else doing?
Alee
Farmgirl Sister #8
www.awarmheart.com
Please come visit Nora and me on our new blog:
www.farmgirlalee.blogspot.com |
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Mumof3
True Blue Farmgirl
3890 Posts
Karin
Ellenwood
GA
USA
3890 Posts |
Posted - May 19 2008 : 05:43:42 AM
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Getting outside more and working in the yard has kept me away from the refrigerator and consequently I have lost 3 pounds since we started this project. :) But, the best part is that I feel better. Now if I could get my ankle stronger, I could start walking on the road again. But, the dvd seems to be working, so I really cannot complain.
Alee- You are going to be the healthiest farmgirl eating all of those salads!
Karin
Farmgirl Sister
# 18 :)
Wherever you go, there you are.
www.madrekarin.blogspot.com
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Alee
True Blue Farmgirl
22941 Posts
Alee
Worland
Wy
USA
22941 Posts |
Posted - May 19 2008 : 06:16:36 AM
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Whoo Hoo! I just got back from my morning exercise! It was beautiful! Sky got to chase some birds and pine cones, the sky was beautiful. It was a bit chilly and I didn't take a jacket- all the more inspiration to run to warm up.
I am seeing more and more people out and about in the morning. Two ladies were walking behind me and Sky during our home stretch and then I saw another gal walking to work or school. It's so beautiful! There are a lot of chirpy birds out there! I feel so good!
I too am losing weight. I know I have lost at least two pounds, maybe more *hard to read the scale*
You know how when you put on a pair of jean you have to do the Shimmy-Shake to get them settled on your hips/waist and to make sure enough fabric was pulled over your hinny? Yesterday I didn't have to when I put on my jeans! They slid right on just perfect! It was so great! I can't wait till they get a bit loose! I think I am going to wait till they are absolutely just falling off my hips to go jeans shopping again. That way when I am down a complete size and still comfortable I will be encouraged! :d
Alee
Farmgirl Sister #8
www.awarmheart.com
Please come visit Nora and me on our new blog:
www.farmgirlalee.blogspot.com |
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bohemiangel
True Blue Farmgirl
2087 Posts
Bridget
Ligonier
pa
USA
2087 Posts |
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bohemiangel
True Blue Farmgirl
2087 Posts
Bridget
Ligonier
pa
USA
2087 Posts |
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Mumof3
True Blue Farmgirl
3890 Posts
Karin
Ellenwood
GA
USA
3890 Posts |
Posted - May 19 2008 : 1:37:13 PM
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My kids say that some of the Wii games give you an incredible workout! We have one on our wish list. They are very difficult to come by here! Hang in there, Bridget!! I am sure you will soon see results from all of your efforts!
Karin
Farmgirl Sister
# 18 :)
Wherever you go, there you are.
www.madrekarin.blogspot.com
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corporatefarmgirl
True Blue Farmgirl
389 Posts
Tamara
Pikeville
TN
USA
389 Posts |
Posted - May 19 2008 : 1:43:34 PM
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Well after my son's car wreck last week I gained back the 4 lbs I lost in 3 days!!!! Going to try an get back on track tomorrow. Hospitals and injuries have a way of drawing you to McD's when you are too exhausted to cook............ AND I DO NOT EVEN LIKE BURGERS THAT MUCH!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Tamara
http://smallfarm.about.com small farms give big benefits
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Alee
True Blue Farmgirl
22941 Posts
Alee
Worland
Wy
USA
22941 Posts |
Posted - May 19 2008 : 2:50:56 PM
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Tamara- I know what you mean. I have been eating really healthy the last few months and got suckered in by fast food a few time recently when I had a full day of errands to to. ugh. Oh I felt so sick afterwards. That if anything else will keep me away from those places.
Alee
Farmgirl Sister #8
www.awarmheart.com
Please come visit Nora and me on our new blog:
www.farmgirlalee.blogspot.com |
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bohemiangel
True Blue Farmgirl
2087 Posts
Bridget
Ligonier
pa
USA
2087 Posts |
Posted - May 21 2008 : 08:04:43 AM
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OK Tamara how about next time eat um the burger or the bun or get a salad or yogurt..... think about it in a diff way outside of the box. So sorry about your son, hope he's better!!! Stay strong we are here. Yeah I've gained 2 lbs from the antibiotic and eating! I did help a friend move last night so I saw 2 go away :-p now for the rest hehe. We can do it! I got my water, but I need to drink more this week. xoxo
**~~Farmgirl Sister #60~~**
"... to thine ownself be true."
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Alee
True Blue Farmgirl
22941 Posts
Alee
Worland
Wy
USA
22941 Posts |
Posted - May 21 2008 : 09:53:20 AM
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I did my jog again today. I am getting to the point where I can jog for about half of the round trip all told. And- this might sound funny- but the trip is seeming shorter :D I can get 2.5 miles done in 30 minutes. Next week I am going to extend the run a bit more. I feel so great when I get out there. It's the best way to start the day. I still feel sluggish when I wake up and sometimes it is hard to force myself to get the running shoes on and actually hit the road. But as soon as I start jogging, I am smiling and it is so worth it! It's beautiful to see the sun rise every morning!
I am of course drinking lots of water. I had Wheaties for breakfast with skim milk, then for a snack I had a spinach/iceburg salad with some ranch dressing (2 bowlfuls!)
Check out www.calorie-count.com It's a free calorie counting service that is really great! You input things like your age, height, weight then each day you can log what you eat/drink and the activities you do. It also figures out your healthy target weight. It tells you when to expect to reach your target based on healthy weight loss and your weight loss trend. It also estimates how many calories you have burned each day just by living then adds in the calories you burn by exercising. So you can see if you are hitting your "burn" goals for the day and make sure you are eating enough/too much. I have noticed that I tend to actually not eat enough! So I am trying to make sure I am eating more healthy snacks and then I don't feel too bad if I am craving that last snack before bed. It's also helping me to re-arrange my eating so I am more full through the day an not eating as late into the night.
Alee
Farmgirl Sister #8
www.awarmheart.com
Please come visit Nora and me on our new blog:
www.farmgirlalee.blogspot.com |
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mikesgirl
True Blue Farmgirl
3659 Posts
Sherri
Elma
WA
USA
3659 Posts |
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bohemiangel
True Blue Farmgirl
2087 Posts
Bridget
Ligonier
pa
USA
2087 Posts |
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Alee
True Blue Farmgirl
22941 Posts
Alee
Worland
Wy
USA
22941 Posts |
Posted - May 22 2008 : 1:44:46 PM
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Welcome, Sherri!!
I did my jog thing again today! I am pretty worn out from all the moving/job search etch that has been going on. I am going to shoot to be in bed at 8:30 tonight since I get up at 5am. Gosh- I can't even imagine what it will feel like to get a full night's rest! LOL
I am really glad I got it done though as it is starting to spit rain again. I got to see a beautiful sunrise on a rainy day :D How cool is that? Also I have been a cleaning/packing demon today which is supposed to burn some calories :D
Alee
Farmgirl Sister #8
www.awarmheart.com
Please come visit Nora and me on our new blog:
www.farmgirlalee.blogspot.com |
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DearMildred
True Blue Farmgirl
223 Posts
Amanda
Tulsa
OK
USA
223 Posts |
Posted - May 22 2008 : 2:40:57 PM
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Hi girls, can I join in here too? My weight loss goal, a measly 11 pounds. But I know from experience that it doesn't come off me easily.
I picked 11 instead of 10, because I just got back under 150 and I want to be under 140!
I've sworn off all fried food and high fructose corn syrup (which is in just about everything these days) and started making a lot of food myself. My biggest problem is being inconsistent with my workouts. Alee it sounds like you're really doing great with that by the way!
Don't anybody kick yourself if you fall off the wagon for a day or two. Somebody said to me the other day, if you don't brush your teeth one night before you go to bed, are you going to quit brushing your teeth forever? No, you're going to brush them the next day. Same thing with eating healthy. I thought that was kinda good.
~Amanda in OK~
Tomorrow is a new day; begin it well and serenely and with too high a spirit to be encumbered by your old nonsense. -Emerson |
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mikesgirl
True Blue Farmgirl
3659 Posts
Sherri
Elma
WA
USA
3659 Posts |
Posted - May 22 2008 : 8:24:00 PM
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Went to my first WW meeting tonight - boy did I hate to get on that scale! The highest it's ever been! But, now it should be easier from now on - if I stick to business. I've done WW before and had good luck, it's just a hassle to drive there but I'm going with a friend so that should help. I"ll keep you updated on my progress. Til next week..........
Farmgirl Sister #98
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Alee
True Blue Farmgirl
22941 Posts
Alee
Worland
Wy
USA
22941 Posts |
Posted - May 23 2008 : 06:55:33 AM
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I have been feeling pretty worn down lately and have noticed my hunger skyrocket because I am trying to keep my energy up on not enough sleep. So I went ahead and went back to bed this morning. I got a good 8.5 hours of deep sleep. Tonight I am going to go to bed between 8:30 and 9pm so I can get another good night in. I can already feel my energy coming back again though. Of course because I took the morning "off" I didn't go jogging. I will have to make sure I get in other forms of exercise.
Alee
Farmgirl Sister #8
www.awarmheart.com
Please come visit Nora and me on our new blog:
www.farmgirlalee.blogspot.com |
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DearMildred
True Blue Farmgirl
223 Posts
Amanda
Tulsa
OK
USA
223 Posts |
Posted - May 23 2008 : 09:53:56 AM
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Alee it's good to rest once in a while.
Went for my 2 hour bike ride this morning - the pace was really slow, but it was still fun and lots of fresh air. Plus I went riding with ppl who actually know what they're doing, so I wasn't quite as afraid of traffic downtown. I wore my helmet for the first time in years. :D
Now I'm going to get on Sparkpeople and log my food and exercise, and then I'm off to the store to buy the healthy stuff I said I was going to eat this week. I love being able to buy a little of this, a little of that, but I end up wasting food. So now I am back to planning ahead, and planning well. Making only ONE trip to the store is much easier on the budget. And if I don't have any junk, I won't eat any junk.
How's everybody else doing?
~Amanda in OK~
Tomorrow is a new day; begin it well and serenely and with too high a spirit to be encumbered by your old nonsense. -Emerson |
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PlumCreekMama
True Blue Farmgirl
730 Posts
Heather
Iowa
USA
730 Posts |
Posted - May 24 2008 : 8:22:09 PM
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Originally posted by Mumof3
My kids say that some of the Wii games give you an incredible workout! We have one on our wish list. They are very difficult to come by here! Hang in there, Bridget!! I am sure you will soon see results from all of your efforts!
Nintendo has out something called Wii Fit that looks interesting. I want it so badly because it has yoga and stuff on it. I also like to play Wii Sports, especially tennis and bowling. It does get you up and moving!
http://plumcreekmama.blogspot.com/ |
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Alee
True Blue Farmgirl
22941 Posts
Alee
Worland
Wy
USA
22941 Posts |
Posted - May 25 2008 : 8:24:02 PM
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I got up and took my walk today. Much less jogging than normal, but just getting out of bed was a battle so I figured moving my hinney on the walk was very virtuous! LOL Then I promptly had a bad day of eating- but that's okay! It's only one day out of the year! LOL
Alee
Farmgirl Sister #8
www.awarmheart.com
Please come visit Nora and me on our new blog:
www.farmgirlalee.blogspot.com |
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Alee
True Blue Farmgirl
22941 Posts
Alee
Worland
Wy
USA
22941 Posts |
Posted - May 26 2008 : 07:27:23 AM
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Today I slept in, but we have a busy day of cleaning/packing ahead so I know that will make up for it!
How is everyone doing? My scale hasn't budged for a while, but I know it will :D
Alee
Farmgirl Sister #8
www.awarmheart.com
Please come visit Nora and me on our new blog:
www.farmgirlalee.blogspot.com |
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bohemiangel
True Blue Farmgirl
2087 Posts
Bridget
Ligonier
pa
USA
2087 Posts |
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