“Loss of 23- pounds that is!”

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   On May 18, 2009 at 6:41 pm #

   ChickyD aka Debra says:

   Congratulations! You go, Girl! I’d like to lose about that much before my cruise. Great pick, too!

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   On May 18, 2009 at 6:43 pm #

   Mommykat Bubbly Chick says:

   Thanks! Have been actively working on my weight since Early April! It is hard for me because due to Ankle & foot injuries I have limited ability to exercise/

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   On May 18, 2009 at 6:47 pm #

   ChickyD aka Debra says:

   My gosh, that’s fantastic! How do you work out? I need 2 knee replacements so I’d love to know what you do to compensate for the injuries.

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   On May 18, 2009 at 6:50 pm #

   Mommykat Bubbly Chick says:

   Well, first was a food journal. I do that online…www.fitday.com this tracks my calories for me for anything I eat. I am also still able to do sit ups, rowing exercises, and our local Ymca has a stitting type bike/walker that is great for bad knees & feet.

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   On May 18, 2009 at 6:53 pm #

   Mommykat Bubbly Chick says:

   Also, I am eating more food now! Because I was always so rushed, I sometimes skipped meals. But then my body thought I was starving it, and held onto the fat. So eating the right # of calories each day also helped me.

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   On May 18, 2009 at 6:55 pm #

   Mommykat Bubbly Chick says:

   Debra, will you wait until after the cruise before you think about the surgery? Also, how long a recovery time do the Drs predict per knee? Hope they can fix it super fast!

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   On May 18, 2009 at 6:57 pm #

   Anita QoG Funny Chick says:

   YEAH!!! GREAT for YOU!!!!! This is a pretty pick!! BUT, no pick is Pretty enough to express your VICTORY!!!!! Are’nt you proud!!!!?????!!!!

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   On May 18, 2009 at 6:59 pm #

   Anita QoG Funny Chick says:

   Debra, sorry to here about your knees!! Hope surgery can do it for you!!!

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   On May 18, 2009 at 7:05 pm #

   Mommykat Bubbly Chick says:

   I guess I am a little proud…. mostly I really just want to be healthier than I am right now.

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    On May 18, 2009 at 7:09 pm #

    ChickyD aka Debra says:

    I don’t want the surgery. I thought I did until I found out you can’t even go to the dentist (for almost 2 years) without them pumping you full of antibiotics. I don’t have anything against antibiotics; I’m just allergic to all the ones I’ve tried. The only thing I can take for the pain is Tylanol.

    I admire you a lot, Bubbly! Great job! I do exercise-just mostly upper body. Lowered my fasting blood sugar from 117 to 92, too. I feel good about that.

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    On May 18, 2009 at 7:25 pm #

    Karen H aka Fancy Chick says:

    Congratulations Bubbly Chick! I’ve got to find the strength to do what you are doing! I’m proud of you!

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    On May 18, 2009 at 7:29 pm #

    Southern Chick says:

    Congrats Bubbly! I think I found the 23 lbs that you lost! LOL
    Poor Debra and the knees and the antibiotics! That’s awful. I have to have antibiotics everytime I go the dentist anyway, because I have mitro-valve prolapse…its a heart condition.

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    On May 18, 2009 at 7:49 pm #

    Happy Chick aka Harriet says:

    Wow! dance of joy! we are celebrating for Bubbly Chick —23 lbs. less of her.
    Good for Debra, too! It’s hard to make good healthy changes.
    Lovely pick.

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    On May 18, 2009 at 7:52 pm #

    Lynn Eileen Chicky LE says:

    Lorrie, I am SOOOOO proud of you!!! Feel free to share your success with us — we’re here for you, Bubbly Chick! I think you’re motivating a lot of us, too. Heaven knows, I can certainly use it. I’ve lost the same number of pounds over and over and each time I regain them, they bring some friends with them. Keeping a food journal is supposed to help — maybe I should give that a try.

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    On May 18, 2009 at 7:57 pm #

    Lynn Eileen Chicky LE says:

    Debra, I’m sorry to hear about your knee problems. I have arthritis and cartilage loss in my left knee — stairs are a killer. Hopefully, you won’t have to go through replacement surgery. You said you brought down your fasting blood sugars — that’s great! Are you diabetic? I have Type II adult onset non-insulin dependent diabetes. It’s controlled with oral med, diet, and exercise. That’s one of many reasons why I’m working on losing more weight. I’m down 30 pounds so far.

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    On May 18, 2009 at 8:22 pm #

    Mommykat Bubbly Chick says:

    Lynn Eileen, suprised me but the food journal really made me aware of what I eat. As a vegetarian, I look for foods with good protien. Most like nuts, are crazy filled w/ fat. Now I eat more Edamame, and fish to balance my proteins.

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    On May 18, 2009 at 8:40 pm #

    Happy Chick aka Harriet says:

    Ok, after vacation at my daughter’s , I’ll try to lose more too. Like Chicky LE, I’m in the habit of loing and gaining the same 5 lbs, over and over. And I really know I do better w/a food journal.

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    On May 18, 2009 at 8:41 pm #

    Happy Chick aka Harriet says:

    That was supposed to say “losing and gaining”.

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    On May 18, 2009 at 8:42 pm #

    Mommykat Bubbly Chick says:

    Chicky Le – 30 pounds is awesome! I am very proud of you! Keep up the great work!

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    On May 18, 2009 at 8:46 pm #

    Lynn Eileen Chicky LE says:

    Thanks, Lorrie! We can do this together!

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    On May 18, 2009 at 8:47 pm #

    Happy Chick aka Harriet says:

    Ditto!!!!
    And now, good night, ladies of LB. I need to go shoot my water gun at the mockingbirds so my cat isn’t dive bombed again.

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    On May 18, 2009 at 8:48 pm #

    LG Designs says:

    Great for you…those colors are sure to inspire….live strong!

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    On May 18, 2009 at 8:48 pm #

    Mommykat Bubbly Chick says:

    yAy! Chickie support group! Nite hugs, Happy Chick!

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    On May 18, 2009 at 9:02 pm #

    J Yee smart chick says:

    Wow, congrats on such an accomplishment, way to go!!!!! sure can relate to the discussions about losing weight, regaining… and trying to eat better, more regularly… take care of myself better…. , accepting myself…

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    On May 18, 2009 at 9:18 pm #

    D D Mystic Chick says:

    congrats Bubbly Chick! that’s not an easy thing to do (weight loss) no wonder such a bright sunny pick!

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    On May 18, 2009 at 10:33 pm #

    ChickyD aka Debra says:

    Not diabetic. Just don’t want to be. Last year I went about 9 months eating really healthily, working out, etc. Thought I was doing great. Then I just started to slip…gradually eating more and more of the WRONG foods. I didn’t gain too much–about 3 or 4 pounds, but it made me mad. It’s easier to eat healthily in the summer. Thank you for the encouragement, Chicky LE!

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    On May 18, 2009 at 11:41 pm #

    Lynn Eileen Chicky LE says:

    You’re welcome, Debra — anytime! You are right about summer — the fruits and veggies (which I love) are more plentiful and it’s easier to get out and walk (my favorite type of exercise).

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    On May 18, 2009 at 11:46 pm #

    ChickyD aka Debra says:

    PLUS, as a teacher, I have LOADS more time to think, plan, and exercise. I’m going to start that journal!

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    On May 18, 2009 at 11:49 pm #

    Lynn Eileen Chicky LE says:

    Good point about the extra time available to you in the summer! When does school let out for you?

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    On May 18, 2009 at 11:49 pm #

    ChickyD aka Debra says:

    June 3 is the last day. I’m not counting, am I…….

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    On May 18, 2009 at 11:54 pm #

    Lynn Eileen Chicky LE says:

    Oh, no, not at all! LOL

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    On Jun 03, 2009 at 8:54 pm #

    Mommykat Bubbly Chick says:

    Update: WAS@ Dr today- Loss of 28 pounds total now Yeah, yeah, yeah –