The pictures I shared the other day were slightly old ones so I wanted to get a more up to date one to show you all. My Dad has now officially handed ownership of his camera over to me (he’s got a new one that doesn’t need an elastic band to hold it together) so I took it with me to work today. On a Tuesday and Wednesday I look after a beautiful 17 month old and here we are reflected in the big mirror in his house. So this is how I think I look, but in reality it’s the opposite (meaning I’m used to seeing myself in a mirror, but other people aren’t!)
Tuesday, 21 November 2006
Monday, 20 November 2006
Important Announcement (blest)
We interrupt this broadcast for a very special bulletin! As of just a few moments ago, with Carrie’s weigh-in, as a group we, the ladies of OWOA, have lost more than
Two Hundred Pounds!!!
We’ve been at this for just shy of four months, so that’s a whopping fifty pounds a month! WOO HOO!!!!
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HOw exciting!!! Just think everyone…we are all part of that 200 pounds lost. How many stones is that Debs? By my calculations it looks like just over 14?!! I must admit that 200 sounds and looks better than 14…unless I was going up in weight and then I’d rather say 14. Weigh to go ladies!!!!
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Yep, 14 stone 4lb. That’s pretty good Ladies. And here’s to our next 200!
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Blest, out of curiousity, what’s the total on what we’re trying to lose overall as a group?
And what happened to naming our team competition??
Comment by anne — November 20, 2006 @ 11:21 am
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1162 pounds - not counting our two expectant mommies, of course. And that is counting non-members like you and Jenna. I will count Allie, but I don’t know her goal.
Wow…a sixth gone. That is too cool.
And I’ll answer your other question with a post this afternoon…
Comment by blestwithsons — November 20, 2006 @ 11:26 am
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One sixth of the way — that’s great! It’s enough to continue to motivate each of us as it seems like most are starting to see progress… but also enough to remind us all that we still have a WEIGH to go.
Comment by anne — November 20, 2006 @ 11:34 am
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wow!!
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That’s amazing - thanks for posting that stat!
Comment by Kat — November 21, 2006 @ 7:10 am
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Woohoo!
Weigh in
To get us in the mood for the upcoming holiday season, today’s prize will be the MercyMe Christmas Sessions cd. Oh, and while you’re giving us those special numbers, tell us something you’re thankful for about this whole weight loss journey!
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ohhhh i think i’m first!
on this weight loss journey, i am thankful for a supportive real-life community (in addition to this wonderful, supportive cyber-community).
my stats:
(starting weight / today’s weight / goal weight):
144.4 / 141.6 / 125 — down 0.2 pounds! i’ll take it
and, reporting in for team GOAL: 6/7 exercise, 7/7 water, 2 verses.
happy thanksgiving week to all!
Comment by anne — November 20, 2006 @ 7:20 am
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I’m thankful that my parents have been so supportive about my weight loss.
215 / 196.1 / 160 ~ down 3.5 pounds this week!
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Weigh to go Kimberly and Anne!!
Let’s see. I’m down to 205 ~ down 1.5!!
Golly, I have so many things to be thankful for. I’m thankful every day for my wonderful husband. He is such a good man of God, husband and father (in that order) but I’m really thankful that just when it seems as though I can’t deal with an almost 2 year old and almost 1 year old that they do something to redeem their cuteness. This is totally a God thing! He made them this way. I know it!! -
I am done to 145 this week!
My secret? A tummy bug. I feel all better now, but I find that my appetite has not fully returned; my stomach feels “tender”. I even went to my church’s Thanksgiving Pie Supper last night and only had two bites of my own delicious peanut butter pie.
So, my stats:
151/145/132And I am thankful for umpteen things about this healthy/weight loss journey, but most of all for company along the way (that would be YOU).
Comment by lady laura — November 20, 2006 @ 8:40 am
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229/224/135 - STS (stayed the same)
Reporting in for Team G.O.A.L:
Exercise: 4/7 Water: 3/7 Verses: 3Comment by Allie — November 20, 2006 @ 8:59 am
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I’m weighing in at 209 this morning. That makes me quite happy, happy.
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I am thankful for my husband, who has been so very supportive of me- not only during this weight loss journey, but in all things.
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Oops…I need to relate the things that I’m thankful for back to my weightloss journey. It was all in my head but obviously you guys are not!
Because my husband is all that I said he is he encourages me and supports me to be my all for the Lord and kids…I must loose the weight to do this. He knows it. As for my children…well…their little bodies full of tonz of energy! What more do I need to say about that?
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212.8/177.4/135
Down 2.4 for a total loss of 35.6
I’m thankful for more energy, a better immune system, a newfound love for vegetables, Mexican Rotel tomatoes, and each and every one of YOU!!
Comment by blestwithsons — November 20, 2006 @ 9:28 am
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I’m thankful for a husband who encourages me in my weight loss and yet never makes me feel like he’d love me more if only I was skinny.
Down 3.8 this week! Woo hoo! (Happy dance)
So, here’s Carrie, reporting in for Team GOAL:
Water: 7/7
Exercise: 4/7
Scripture verses: 3
Weight: down 3.8 -
Leann is not allowed to touch the computer today, but she called me with her weigh-in last night. She is down 2, bringing her total weight loss to ten pounds!
Comment by blestwithsons — November 20, 2006 @ 9:41 am
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I’m at 279.0
Last week I was 280.4 so it’s only 1.4 down this week but I’m now officially down 15
I’m thankful that my Mum is on this journey with me because we keep accountable to each other.
I’m suffering with a coldy flu thing at the moment, and trying to keep my asthma under control so prayer would be very much welcome!
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210/193/160
Down .8 (according to my grandmother’s scale, which seems to be within a pound of mine at home So I’m going to claim .8, but it could be as much as two pounds).
And reporting in for Team GOAL:
Exercise 0/7 (still healing)
Water 6/7
Memory verse 1 -
I was so afraid I was going to be up because of period and all that jazz, but I was down .8 instead. And I am taking every little bit I can:-).
I have a question. I exercised 5 days, but on two of those days I went in the evening for special workout sessions and to walk on the treadmill. So are we counting workout session or just days?
I am thankful for a husband who wants me to be healthier physically, spiritually and mentally. I am thankful for exercise which has helped me to sleep better and feel more energized. I am thankful for the Lord who has been working so many things out to give me a place where I can exercise and receive encouragement in a Christian environment. And last but not least, this group which pushed me to start this journey. -
These past couple weeks have been up and down a few pounds. I’m happy that the intense weight gain of the first month or so has slowed down a bit. Any weight that I need to gain for the baby to be healthy is fine, but I hope to not take it overboard.
I’m thankful to have a supportive community to come back to as an active weight loss participant after the baby is born!
Comment by Lorri — November 20, 2006 @ 1:52 pm
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Hey Lorri, no worries - some of us are gonna be for a long time yet
Oh, and I wanted to say well done to everybody -
210 / 181.4 / 140 - I’m up 2.2. Not sure what is up with that. I was up 3 yesterday but came back down some this morning. All I can figure is that I started lifting weights again so maybe it is muscle that I am adding.
I’m so thankful to have this group to help keep me encouraged. I’m also thankful that my husband is working alongside me and pushes me to work harder during my workouts. I’m incredibly thankful that the Lord has been with me every step of the way.
Comment by Mandi — November 20, 2006 @ 2:10 pm
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down 1 lb! I’m excited to see it moving that direction, especially since I’m actually having my period (an uncommon event with my brand of infertility). most cool.
I’m thankful for my husband and my family and more!
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down 1/2 pound again!!!
I am thankful that I have learned that it isn’t “dieting” it is a lifestyle change that really helps in weight loss. And I can do this through Christ who strengthens me.
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I’m thankful that each day is fresh…with no mistakes in it…yet. I’m thankful that God will give me strength if I just learn to rely upon Him. I’m thankful that through the power of Jesus Christ, I don’t have to remain in slavery to anything. I am thankful for a husband who loves me no matter what and who supports my efforts as long as I’m keeping a healthy perspective. I’m thankful for the inspiration I get from my children to keep trying because, Lord willing, I want to live to see them grow up. I’m thankful for a place to share with and encourage others who are on the same journey
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256.6 / 207.6 / 135-140 ~ down 1.8Blair reporting in for Team G.O.A.L:
Exercise: 7/7 Water: 7/7 Memory Verses: 3
**************************************November EOM Measurements
Chest (-5cm); Waist (-1cm); Hips (-.5cm); Thigh (-.5cm); Arm (sts)Not sure I’m thrilled about the chest measurement reduction – really hoping that’s back fat going lol. I think the waist and hip measurements were probably better before AF bloat set it (at least that’s what my pants indicate).
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I’m late, I’m late for a very important date….
Checking in at: 328.4 - down 2 lbs!
333.2/150/328.4
Good job ladies - I’m so happy for you all postees above!
I’m thankful for (relating to this journey) that the sugar/potato/french bread habit CAN be beat. Going a week without the stuff is worse than trying to get off coffee - but it is SO worth it. So I’m thankful today for being sugar free.
Comment by Kat — November 21, 2006 @ 7:02 am
Saturday, 18 November 2006
Don't hate me (blest)
But I gotta say… Ask me what size jeans I’m wearing. Go on, Ask me!!!
14 Petite
I am freaking out. I really am. 
« I wanted to write a post but the computer won’t let me write anything other than a title :-( But in the meantime, what happened to food Friday? It’s The Weirdest Thing »
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woohoooooo!!! go, blest, go.
Comment by anne — November 18, 2006 @ 10:08 am
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yeah!!!
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Go Blest
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You go Hot Mamma!!
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WOOHOOOOOOO!!!! Congrats Blest!!!
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I’m running late… but yay blest! Getting into a smaller size is such a good feeling
Comment by lady laura — November 19, 2006 @ 1:58 pm
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Size 14?!?!?!!?!? That’s so incredibly wonderful - I am so happy that you get to experience and wear that number
Comment by Kat — November 21, 2006 @ 7:09 am
Friday, 17 November 2006
I wanted to write a post but the computer won’t let me write anything other than a title :-( But in the meantime, what happened to food Friday?
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How weird?? I think Anita was having trouble commenting earlier….Technical Difficulties I guess??
I’ve been gone most of the day so I have no idea.
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That is ODD. As for Food Friday - it’s still around somewhere…
Comment by blestwithsons — November 17, 2006 @ 5:54 pm
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what about the TEAM competition name voting? was that posted? did i just miss it?
Comment by anne — November 17, 2006 @ 8:50 pm
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Anne. Your fearless leader has ADD. Never forget that. I totally forgot to put that up!
Comment by blestwithsons — November 18, 2006 @ 8:56 am
Thursday, 16 November 2006
Purple peppers update (debs)
Remember I shared with you the picture of the purple pepper we’d found at the supermarket? Well I’m finally remembering to tell you my verdict on it…
The first surprise was when I cut it open. It was actually very green inside, and also very thin. Tastewise it was quite like a green pepper, and actually a little bitter. We’ll try it cooked as well and see if that’s any different (we just had it as salad so far). My advice would be buy it because it’s a cool colour and a bit funky, but if you want it for the flavour stick to red or yellow!
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Debs, I grew bell peppers in my garden again this year and I decided to leave a few on a bit longer to let them turn colors and I wound up with a dark purple color on two of them. They were thinner like you talked about but pretty good and strong tasting. I am guessing just ’cause they were homegrown… I am with you on using the red, orange and yellow for better flavor. I stirfry with those a lot. Looking forward to more purple pepper adventures from the UK…
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Purple peppers? Seriously? I’ve never seen such a thing - wow! Those would have coordinated well with the colors in my old kitchen….sigh…I miss my house
Conversations with strangers
This afternoon I went to the dentist and on my way home I was stopped by a guy who said “You look really familiar…” I agreed that I lived in the area and since he did too he might have seen me before. Anyway, before I knew it the guy was asking me if I wanted to give him my phone number or if he should give me his.
I told him that I wasn’t really interested at the moment, but he seemed to want to continue the conversation and asked me what I thought about relationships. I decided to take the plunge and said “Well, I’m a Christian so I would be looking for someone who was a Christian”. He told me that he used to be a Christian, and I challenged him why he wasn’t any more. We ended up having what must have been at least twenty minutes talking about God and Church and how beautiful he thought I was - to which I said thanks, but I still don’t want to go out with you. I told him about my church and told him where we meet and that it’d be great to see him at church sometime. He didn’t seem drunk, but he was holding an open bottle of beer in his hand, so I’m not sure how much of the conversation he’ll remember afterwards, but if you have a minute it’d be great if you’d pray for him that God will keep on his case
(You’ve probably noticed that I categorised this under ‘just life’ rather than SPUNKS because I wasn’t really convinced it was one of those! It’s nice to be told you’re beautiful even if you’re not sure quite how much the other person means it!)
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Debs, girl, I am SO PROUD of you!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! (wait, I’m not done) !!!!!!!!!!!!!!
What a glorious testimony to our Lord! You are beautiful - inside and out! Man! How I wish you could see me jumping up and down for you and then giving you a big hug!!
Comment by blestwithsons — November 16, 2006 @ 11:16 am
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Woohoo girl!! Way to lay it out there!! I’m soooo proud of you!!
I echo Blest - you ARE beautiful!
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Debs that is the coolest!!! I will be praying for him with you and please let us know if he shows up at church or keeps in touch. Oh, and you are TOTALLY beautiful!!!!!!!!!! (((DEBS)))
Hubby SPUNK (blair)
Ok, so the last SPUNK I posted came from my hubby but hey, I really don’t know anyone here who might notice a change.
Anyway, while we were talking Monday night, he was holding my hand. All of the sudden he says, “your hand and fingers feel so skinny.” And then he proceeded to examine my hand, pointing out how slender it looked lol.
It’s nothing major like “butt corners” (tee hee Leann) or slimmer thighs, but I’ll take it 
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Ok, I am glad I did NOT have coffee in my mouth because my screen would have been totally soaked when you said “butt corners”!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! ROFLOL
Girl, you are doing so awesome!!!!!! Slimmer hands is a HUGE DEAL. No more SAUSAGE FINGERS is GREAT!!!!!!!!!!! …and way to go hubby for noticing.
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That is SOOOOO sweet!
Comment by blestwithsons — November 16, 2006 @ 8:50 am
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LOL - Got a kick outta that didja? Thought you might
Yes Blest - he’s a doll - I love surprise comments like that.
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Ahhh….He loves and examines your hands!! What a moment!
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Yes, it was - tee hee. Thanks Tami
Wednesday, 15 November 2006
Middnight Confessions (Mandi)
Rejected, dejected sad and confused
In the midst of my emotions I cry out to You.
Where is my beauty? Is it trapped deep within?
Only to be revealed when I am declared “thin.”
Lord I’m jealous, I’m angry - there is a battle inside.
Prayer, fasting, & worship are all things that I’ve tried.
I’m longing, I’m wanting - to be like You more
All the while focused on stripped down whores.
Putting themselves out there for all the world to see
Are these any sort of role models for me?
My worth does not come from the size of my thighs
Or how many men lust after me with their eyes.
My worth comes from You - You molded & formed me
There is nothing You’ve made that does not have beauty.
Why can’t I see myself as You do?
A heavenly creation made in Christ brand new.
My body is a temple to You it’s a treasure
The Spirit will be with me no matter my measure.
I will no longer listen to the Enemy who lied
I instead will stay focused on my Redeemer who died.
When doubt creeps in I will ask “How valuable must I be?”
That the Lord of heaven and earth sent His Son to die for me.
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Thanks Mandi, that’s a great reminder to start my day with
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Great stuff, Mandi! Inspired and timely. Thanks for sharing with us
Comment by lady laura — November 16, 2006 @ 7:44 am
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(((Mandi))) Beautiful!!!
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I’ve had days where I could relate to this ((HUGS)) Nicely put! Thank you for sharing.
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More hugs! (((Mandi))))
Comment by blestwithsons — November 16, 2006 @ 12:03 pm
HEads up to team Tigger (Leann)
I am getting the heck out of Dodge!!! WOOOHOOO… going to see my folks for Thanksgiving for the first time in almost 10 years!!! The rest of the week is going to be VERY FULL with packing and other stuff to get ready to go. I will NOT be home for more than about 10 whole minutes on Saturday either so, before I leave town Monday morning at dark thirty am, I will try my darndest to e-mail Mandy with my stats for the week but that will be my last contact (probably) until I get home the week after.
I wanted you guys to know I am praying for you and thinking about you but just won’t be here to tell you so. Love to you all!!!
GO TEAM TIGGER!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
~Leann
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Have a great time when you do go Leann
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Have fun Leann!!
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and just where in Texas will you be?
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My parents house in East Texas. Wanta swing my way for a day???
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Have fun!
Comment by blestwithsons — November 16, 2006 @ 12:04 pm
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What fun Debs! He’s sooo cute and you look like you’re slimming down already! Marvelous!
Comment by Blair — November 21, 2006 @ 2:37 pm
Hi there Debs!!
Comment by Tami — November 21, 2006 @ 4:18 pm
I think the top probably helps Blair - it’s the right length to skim over the fat in the middle! However, I was at a family baptism at the weekend and lots of them did say they thought I looked slimmer
Comment by Debs — November 22, 2006 @ 1:28 am