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Maggie
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Posted: 2 April 2008 04:54 pm |
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Good Morning
Things going well today, have done my workout and will go for a walk outside this afternoon. Sun is shining brightly, so maybe will melt some of that ice.
We have to take care of ourselves and that means taking time to count and record those calories. Schedule exercise for yourself like an appointment you have to keep.
We can do it.  I can do it even if I am loosing weight slower than a turtle  what is gone is gone and it is never coming back.
Cheerio
Maggie
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Maggie
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Posted: 3 April 2008 04:40 pm |
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Good Morning and Welcome:
Hey!!! I think that scale moved this morning,
Workout done, a good breakfast and ready for whatever this day may bring. Getting my hair cut this afternoon which always makes one feel better and prettier.
C
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Maggie
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Posted: 5 April 2008 04:32 pm |
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Good Morning and Welcome
I was away all day yesterday so did not get any exercise, tried to make up for it this morning by walking 2 miles.
Felt good. Eating within my calorie limits of 1500 to 1800 calories. Have kind of slacked off on keeping track on paper and you know I think that makes me think about food too much, rather than just making good choices as I cook or eat out.
Have a nice week end.
Cheerio
Maggie
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Maggie
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Posted: 7 April 2008 02:00 pm |
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Good Morning and Welcome
Spring Fling weigh in this morning 188.4 down over a lb from last week and this after a day of sitting most of yesterday. I will take it and hopefully am on the way down again after staying at 190 lbs for about a month.
Plan to do some painting today, That should be a bit of extra exercise.
Cheerio
Maggie
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Maggie
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Posted: 9 April 2008 12:45 am |
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Hi there
Beautiful spring day and I went for a long walk in the fresh country air. It was fantastic.
Everything going good.
Cheerio
Maggie
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Maggie
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Posted: 11 April 2008 04:14 pm |
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Good Morning and Welcome
I think the scale went down a bit again today, now if it will just hold until Monday!!
Had my annual check up yesterday. AlC is 7.3 which could be better but the doc is happy with that. Perhaps it will get better as I loose weight.
All in all, things going well with me. Loosing weight is a long slow journey for me but I am enjoying it. The healthy foods make one feel so much better in many ways. More energy, better brighter outlook.
We all can do it one step at a time. If we slip up one day just start over the next, I have found that forgiving myself when that happens helps immensely.
On with my day.
Cheerio
Maggie
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mollymoo24
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Posted: 11 April 2008 08:12 pm |
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| Hi Maggie, The 180's are great, good news, way to stick at it and not let frustration get the best of you. You have such a good attitude. Good luck with the Spring Fling this week! I'll be watching for ya.
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Maggie
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Posted: 12 April 2008 01:51 pm |
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Thanks Molle for the thumbs up.
I appreciate you stopping by, I am so sorry that your husband is ill, seems you have a lot more than one person should have on your plate just now. You still take time to encourage others. Praying your hubby will get well soon.
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Maggie
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Posted: 14 April 2008 01:47 pm |
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Hi Diary and Everyone
Well, I am some disappointed this morning as my scale went back up to 188.4..why does it do that on weigh in day for the spring fling...ahhhh well better luck next week, at least I am maintaining and I did let things get out of hand yesterday. Had company several times yesterday and every time involved more hospitality around the table and of course I indulged without hardly realizing it.
Then I made macaroni and tomatoes for supper and I just plain ate too much of it.
Did go for a nice long walk in the spring air and this morning we are off to the city again. Seems we sit around home all winter and then bam on the go every day. So will be eating lunch out. Love that part...will try and make good choices.
Cheerio
Maggie
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Maggie
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Posted: 16 April 2008 03:56 pm |
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Good Morning and Welcome
Goodness Gracious here it is Wednesday allready and I am still dilly dallying around. Must keep with the program today. On the up side I have been walking and getting some exercise but not enough.
So on with the show, better get my walk in before someone comes and then sometimes gets delayed until the next day. In some ways it was easier in the winter, not so many meetings, relatives visiting, preparing for spring work etc.
Cheerio
Maggie
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Maggie
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Posted: 20 April 2008 07:36 pm |
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Hi There:
Been a few days since I have been here. Things are getting busy down on the farm. It is always that way in the spring. Green grass starting to show and Canada Geese and Robins are an everyday sight. Soon the hummingbirds will be back. Life is good.
Now if I could just get this weight going the right way a little faster, the number on the scale is not the only number diabetics need to worry about. So it is a little different for us. None of that fasting and feasting for us. Not if we want to keep good control.
I seem to have controlled the upward swing, and as long as I stay the same or creep down slowly I am happy. But I do want to make my spring challenge!! going to do my best. Decided today not to have any more margarine or butter after breakfast and already buttered a cracker before I thought Gotta get the brain in geer before putting the mouth in motion whether eating or talking is a good thing to practice.
Had salmon for lunch today...gotta get in my Omega 3's...
Cheerio
Maggie
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Maggie
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Posted: 21 April 2008 04:23 pm |
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Good Morning and Welcome
Weigh in this morning for the spring challenge 188 down a few oz. That is OK as long as it is going down, I do not care how slowly.
Done a workout this morning. Weather outside is not good so did a Leslie Sansone walking tape.
I can do this one baby step at a time. We all can do it, eating more veggies and fruit and cutting down on the red meat and fat is my plan for this week.
Cheerio
Maggie
PS: You know people are reading my diary, but very few coments made and hey diary I need encouragement and support also. The reason I started this was because I live in a rural area without the support of groups of any kind. Oh well, on with the show. After all it is me that has to do it. Right!!!
Last edited on 21 April 2008 04:25 pm by Maggie
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Tratra
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Posted: 21 April 2008 05:00 pm |
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| Hey Maggie...I never leave comments because you seem to be doing so great! But I guess you need to hear that once in awhile too! I admire you for keeping up your healthy lifestyle, and not getting too discouraged when the weight doesn't fall right off...good for you and keep it up!
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Hisgal
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Posted: 21 April 2008 08:01 pm |
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Maggie wrote:
eating more veggies and fruit and cutting down on the red meat and fat is my plan for this week.
Maggie, good plan! Many things I'm reading lately, and even hearing on the TV are focusing more on an "Eat to Live" philosophy...........lots of veggies, fruit, whole grains, nuts & seeds.........and treat meat like a condiment, not the main part of the meal. I've gone back to that, and it sure seems to be working. Besides, when you aim to eat 1 lb. raw veggies, and 1 lb. cooked veggies a day and at least 4 fruits, you don't have room for a lot else. And they are so good for you........... 
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Maggie
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Posted: 22 April 2008 03:56 pm |
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Good Morning and Welcome
Thanks Tatra and Hisgal for stopping by. I was feeling sorry for myself yesterday I think!! Compared to some of the problems of people here mine are very small. All I really have to do is eat less!!!
Thinking of meat as a condiment is a good suggestion, never thought of it that way.
Thanks again.
Work out done this morning. House tidied and in order. Lunch is in the oven. Weather is still bad and very windy, not a good day to be outside.
So must start a project, I really want to dig in the garden, plant and stuff like that and not make quilts. bake etc. Oh well, must go with the flow.....or maybe read a book and take the day off...mmmm choices, choices isn't that what life is all about.
Cheerio
Maggie
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Maggie
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Posted: 24 April 2008 04:40 pm |
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Good Morning Diary and All
Things going well, except for a cheese bun I thought I couldn't live without!!!
I am thinking a good word for this eating healthy is perserverance....we just have to perservere and we will get there eventually. In the meantime lets enjoy the journey. Haven't done my work out yet but the sun is shining so should be able to go for a nice long walk.
Cheerio
Maggie
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lady08
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Posted: 24 April 2008 06:00 pm |
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 Hello Maggie, I am new here and trying to find my way around here. How are you doing today? Today is an ok day for me. I have been up and running since early. I have been to the dentist(only to find out the tooth that is broken, he now says can't be fixed), started cooking my dinner, fed the puppy and cats, walked a little, and I will exercise later, I also usually take my walks then also. How many steps are in a mile?
lady08
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mollymoo24
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Posted: 26 April 2008 02:55 am |
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Hi Maggie. Well you are still progressing in the right direction, I see you regularly updating the challenge. I was curious if you ever track calories or log what you eat. I found out I was eating enough bread to sink any serious diet attempt and I've cut back a lot. The exercise really helps too. I am glad the spring weather has arrived.
You live in a rural area, I am the complete opposite, I live in Chicago. But I am a dog lover too and you said that you often take your dog along. What kind do you have?
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Maggie
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Posted: 27 April 2008 12:48 am |
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Hi everyone
Thanks lady08 and Mollymoo for stopping by.
I think there are 5,280 feet in a mile, so I guestimate that is how many steps or perhaps a bit less depending on the length of myour stride. I have bought 3 pedometers, the first one was good, but it disappeared!!! one of those darn kids most likely lol. The other 2 pedometers were duds ...so heck I am not buying any more of them.
I am pretty hit and miss about keeping a food diary, but I have been following a diabetic diet for years and am just tweaking it some. It comes pretty natural to me now. Hence the slowwwwww weight loss...lol..
Molle you live in Chicago, yes our lives are much different in many ways, but when it comes to sick hubbies we are all the same. I so admire how you have dealt with everything, job, home, going abroad.
Our dog is just a lovable farm dog, he has no pedigree. He is black and white and medium sized. He loves to walk and investigate all the ditches and sniff around, and we enjoy each other's company.
Bye for now
Cheerio
Maggie
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Maggie
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Posted: 28 April 2008 01:56 pm |
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Good Morning All
Weigh in this morning for the spring challenge was 187.6 inching down a wee bit. I am doing this the painless way. I do not feel deprived in any way and if I desire something I have it just in a much smaller portion. No pigging out. This is the way I have to live for the rest of my life so do not want to feel I am on a diet.
Went for a nice long walk yesterday. Weather was gorgeous. Weekend was busy with guests and various activities.
Best of luck to all of us this week.
Cheerio
Maggie
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Maggie
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Posted: 30 April 2008 10:29 pm |
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Hi there
Just dropping by for a quick visit and to read the diaries. My comuter is acting up and is so slow...just like my weight loss...lol
Wow, went grocery shopping this morning, the price of eating healthy is getting higher and higher. But do have my pantry and freezer and fridge full of all the good stuff. So I can get May off to a good start. No excuses.
Cheerio
Maggie
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Maggie
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Posted: 5 May 2008 01:50 pm |
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Good Morning Diary and Everyone:
Final weigh in for the spring challenge was 186.6
Just about made my goal of 186, did loose 4.4 lbs. Going down slowly. Yes!!! I like that.
Have been very busy the last few days with church doings, flea markets, auction sales, medical appointments.
I have joined Peter's Challenge for May and June. Looking forward to it.
Good luck to all of us as we continue this challenge of better health and weight loss.
Cheerio
Maggie
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Maggie
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Posted: 7 May 2008 08:50 pm |
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Hi Everyone:
Yesterday as hubby was leaving the house, I remembered something to tell him and from the top of the stairs I called him, he looked up and said "My God, you are beautiful" I think I will live on that compliment for a week, month, year, forever...lol...
Things are changing here, we have rented our farm land, so no active farming this year. Just get to watch the other guy. Not sure how I feel about it yet...but not going to eat as I ponder the changes.
Have a new book called Walking for your health and happiness, not really anything new but am enjoying reading it.
That being said, I better go get my walk outside done. Went to town this morning, I prefer to walk or do my workout in the morning. It is so easy to let it slide by if left until mid day or evening.
Cheerio
Maggie
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Maggie
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Posted: 9 May 2008 10:33 pm |
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Hello Everyone:
Good day today. Got my walk in this morning in the fresh air and it was fresh, beginning to wonder if spring will ever come. At least we didn't get snow.
Keeping busy, vacuumed the whole house today. Had an for an afternoon snack.
Not much to say...lol ...which is probably a good thing.
Cheerio
Maggie
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zenobia
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Posted: 10 May 2008 04:41 am |
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hey maggie!
that's great about the compliment from your hubby. lol- live off of it as much as you can. i am still living off compliments from my hubby from over a year ago...
and i agree with the morinng workout- it seems to make the day a bit better and you have it out of the way. it's so hard to start it up, though!
anyway, take care and ejoy the walks outside!
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Maggie
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Posted: 13 May 2008 03:33 pm |
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Hi Zen and others
Thanks Zenobia for stopping by and for sure compliments do help. We always want to feel love from our hubbies and others.
Well I have been eating too high off the hog, we have been away for a few days and way too much salty food. Went to a chinese smorg and everyone is saying this is so good, yum, yum, and so on and so on.
I am thinking YUK!! not one thing that is not fried, breaded, coated, greasy or floating in oil and being diabetic I have to eat. On the up side they did have oranges:)
Well enough crying in my beer, will do better this week. Good to be where I am in charge of the cooking.
Weigh in this week 189.2 on Peters Challenge.
Cheerio
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Maggie
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Posted: 15 May 2008 03:51 pm |
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Good Morning:
I see Peter has posted the results of this weeks challenge. Wow, congrats to those who did well and the rest of us just have to renew our efforts. I think I am ready to get serious today, have not been paying attention and the days go by so quickly. Just like buying a car on installments....makes the moths roll around way toooo fast.
So on with the show. Planting a garden today. Try and make time for a walk as well.
Cheerio
Maggie
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