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by chani8
Mon May 26, 2014 3:16 pm
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: MerryKat's Check In
Replies: 107
Views: 165688

Sorry to hear you're not feeling well. Hope that cough goes away and you get back to 100% soon.

I like your workouts! My style, too. Right now I'm involved in two fitness challenges on myfitnesspal.com or else I'd check out the hundredpushups thing. Sounds fun. Hope you get feeling good soon and ...
by chani8
Fri May 23, 2014 4:02 pm
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Chani8's Dauntless Thread
Replies: 247
Views: 273210

MerryKat, thank you so much! I would love to chat more and I'll pop by your thread if you have one, to say hi. But probably not until next week. Have a great weekend!
by chani8
Sun May 18, 2014 4:47 am
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Chani8's Dauntless Thread
Replies: 247
Views: 273210

Speaking of movies, Auto, before my mom came, I took my kids to the movie theater for the first time and did not buy popcorn, we brought out own treats. Then Mom took us to see Noah in 3D and bought us the super large popcorn. We shared with the soldiers sitting next to us, so it worked out. And the ...
by chani8
Sat May 17, 2014 9:22 pm
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Chani8's Dauntless Thread
Replies: 247
Views: 273210

Thank you Linda and Eschano!

Back to No S'ing tomorrow. Had two glorious Yes S days with lots of baked goods because my oldest daughter was home. She can bake and not binge, but I've been stuffing the cookies in as fast as I can. I look forward to getting back on track tomorrow.
by chani8
Fri May 16, 2014 1:38 pm
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: automated eating tracker
Replies: 3784
Views: 5794775

Haha, Auto, you're right. My bad. You said weird and I keep trying to define weird for you. Now I understand, you just mean weird. ;)
by chani8
Fri May 16, 2014 5:43 am
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: automated eating tracker
Replies: 3784
Views: 5794775

Soory, Auto, you said they made you feel weird. I shouldn't have defined weird for you. When you said you wanted to argue or avoid it made me think you were annoyed. Or maybe I was projecting, because the counting bites thing annoys me.

What I was trying to say was is that you are right about it ...
by chani8
Thu May 15, 2014 1:50 pm
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Chani8's Dauntless Thread
Replies: 247
Views: 273210

I really enjoyed having my mom here. The only thing is that I see where I get my ED. It's all about fun. She's a 6 with a 7 wing and feels entitled to have fun. The first part of her visit was a little stressful around food, because my girls and I like to watch our calories. Had I just focused on No ...
by chani8
Thu May 15, 2014 1:26 pm
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: automated eating tracker
Replies: 3784
Views: 5794775

Hi Auto, just popping in to visit. Can't help but comment on the dichotomy between your child's behavior in school and at home. I think this just confirms that homeschooling is good for him. If he is introverted, and especially if he is very visual (vs. auditory), then school may just be over ...
by chani8
Tue Apr 29, 2014 5:18 pm
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Chani8's Dauntless Thread
Replies: 247
Views: 273210

Thank you for the welcome back!!

I had another good day today. I still sometimes feel a little fear at the end of the meal when I know it's going to be a long time until next meal. But I allow myself a coffee with milk or a lemon in fizzy water in between meals, and that consoles me.

I have a ...
by chani8
Mon Apr 28, 2014 5:13 am
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Chani8's Dauntless Thread
Replies: 247
Views: 273210

Thank you, both of you!!

I had a great day yesterday. I almost popped a frozen cherry in my mouth, but I didn't. I've got to break that snacking habit once again. Ugh.
by chani8
Sun Apr 27, 2014 7:15 am
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Chani8's Dauntless Thread
Replies: 247
Views: 273210

Thank you Auto for stopping by to check on me.

Hi, I'm back. I think.

I fell off the wagon. Gained 15 pounds. Well, 6 of those don't really count, since I went under goal weight. I'm down two already, thank G-d.

If you've ever yo-yo'd then you've got to see this video:

https://www.youtube.com ...
by chani8
Fri Apr 04, 2014 6:27 am
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Chani8's Dauntless Thread
Replies: 247
Views: 273210

So yesterday was a big fat red day in the food department. It started around 230pm, after a hearty lunch, and when I started baking the cake. I impulsively tasted a few walnuts and took a few extra bites of brown rice. I was full from lunch, but not satisfied for some reason. A bit stressed at the ...
by chani8
Fri Apr 04, 2014 6:07 am
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Chani8's Dauntless Thread
Replies: 247
Views: 273210

Linda, I also tried to follow my passion yesterday, and all went well except with the eating. And I see it was the same for you. That's kind of interesting, don't you think? Seems to me that I must keep boundaries and goals when it comes to food. After all, that's why I started No S'ing in the first ...
by chani8
Fri Apr 04, 2014 6:00 am
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Linda's daily check-in
Replies: 4672
Views: 14980506

You and me both, Linda. :oops: Half of a fresh, hot out of the oven chocolate zucchini cake last night. :( :shock: And the scale starts to climb.

Feelings and fresh baked goodies are a setup for failure, I guess.

If you are healthy, there is no reason for a crazy diet. The No S works because it ...
by chani8
Fri Apr 04, 2014 5:32 am
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: jw's check in
Replies: 386
Views: 436317

It's definitely an experiment, JW. I'm always learning and modifying and trying new things. I think your idea of avoiding packaged goods and learning new recipes is a positive and healthy approach. I hope your experimenting with recipes will be fun and yummy. We're here to offer support whenever you ...
by chani8
Thu Apr 03, 2014 9:49 am
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: eschano 2014 check in
Replies: 525
Views: 665395

I'm really impressed Eschano with your story of overcoming big meals and fast days to finding No S and sticking to it even at special work events. And of course, a big hurray for not indulging last night's munchies.

Do you think it's a problem to eat in front of the TV? Just curious. I truly ...
by chani8
Thu Apr 03, 2014 9:32 am
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Chani8's Dauntless Thread
Replies: 247
Views: 273210

All that agony and DD wakes up trying to act as if everything is back to normal - hasn't asked for her phone back, though. She joined us for breakfast and fed the baby his bottle. Hummm. I think I'll just relax and enjoy the peace of it all.

Pondering the idea that we've been discussing around ...
by chani8
Thu Apr 03, 2014 9:10 am
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: ironchef mostly weekly check in
Replies: 1065
Views: 1322720

"The donut that got away" regret or lack there of is exactly why I needed to stop by your thread, Ironchef!

I keep pondering why do I overeat when I know I'll regret it, and you hit the nail on the head with the "but I can't have more until next time" thinking.

So I hope I can somehow talk to ...
by chani8
Thu Apr 03, 2014 5:45 am
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: automated eating tracker
Replies: 3784
Views: 5794775

How fun to get to spend time with extended family, Auto!

Ironchef, I really appreciate that article you linked to! It is so apropo and I'm going to contemplate the idea of having no goals.

What do you think about that idea, Auto? Could you have no goals in even just one part of your life?
by chani8
Thu Apr 03, 2014 5:19 am
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: jw's check in
Replies: 386
Views: 436317

JW, I can relate to the disappointment of saying goodbye to the artisan bread, as now it's out of my diet, too, and I was just getting into it. Turns out all the fermented food is not so good for my family because we have allergies and while fermented foods increases good bacteria, it also increases ...
by chani8
Wed Apr 02, 2014 8:44 pm
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Chani8's Dauntless Thread
Replies: 247
Views: 273210

I've decided that this trouble with my teen is all my husband's fault. He put a rule down (you stayed home sick from school so now you don't get to go out with your boyfriend) and she got ugly to him, so I jumped in to back him on it and she got even uglier so we punished (took her phone away) and ...
by chani8
Tue Apr 01, 2014 11:54 am
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Strawberry Roan's 2014 Daily Check In
Replies: 146
Views: 205640

LOL on the texas toast!! :)
by chani8
Tue Apr 01, 2014 11:53 am
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Chani8's Dauntless Thread
Replies: 247
Views: 273210

You are 100% right Eschano! And I do take care of myself. And for the most part, my kids are good and take care of themselves.

I'm just having a really hard time with one 17yo DD, and it's bringing me down. I feel like I failed with her. She needs boundaries which I hate giving, and then she needs ...
by chani8
Tue Apr 01, 2014 9:27 am
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Strawberry Roan's 2014 Daily Check In
Replies: 146
Views: 205640

Inspiring meal arrangements! You're a role model of (umm, what's the english word?!) . . . refinement/grace/elegance! ;) I picture you as the mother in Little House on the Prarie! :)

Have a good Tuesday!
by chani8
Tue Apr 01, 2014 9:17 am
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Linda's daily check-in
Replies: 4672
Views: 14980506

LOL ironchef! I had tattoos and got them removed, but it was a cute comment! :)

Linda, I made the choice years ago to stay home, too, and for us that meant poverty even, but I don't regret it and my kids benefited from my being there when they got home. My first was a daycare baby and that, I do ...
by chani8
Tue Apr 01, 2014 7:21 am
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: automated eating tracker
Replies: 3784
Views: 5794775

I think playing a game together with your kids is just as good as reading with them. It's quality time. :) You're a great mom!

Glad to hear you got a lot of LAM yesterday. A new bra and a massage is awesome.

Nice to see all that fruit in your diet. I love clementines.
by chani8
Tue Apr 01, 2014 6:48 am
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Chani8's Dauntless Thread
Replies: 247
Views: 273210

Auto, I give and give and give and rarely get filled up. Only my husband gives to me, and thank G-d he is such a giver and a doer. I thrive on giving but then my teen(s) slap me in the face (figuratively speaking) with their disregard and disrespect. That drains me and takes the steam out of my ...
by chani8
Mon Mar 31, 2014 5:13 am
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Chani8's Dauntless Thread
Replies: 247
Views: 273210

I wrestled with myself last night, wanting some chocolate or other snack. I finally just ladled myself a cup of beef bone broth. I drank half the cup and was grossed out by it and went to bed. I think I've had enough broths for awhile. lol

Today is a new day. Supposed to figure out where to take ...
by chani8
Mon Mar 31, 2014 5:04 am
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: automated eating tracker
Replies: 3784
Views: 5794775

I like your loony!

But no pregnancy jokes, please. ;) LOL. Oh, my twins were born at 32 wks.

Sorry about the bad dutch baby. Google sure makes them look good.

Coconut Kenny's sounds interesting. What kind of food?
by chani8
Mon Mar 31, 2014 4:47 am
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Chani8's Dauntless Thread
Replies: 247
Views: 273210

Strawberry, thanks for sharing that glimpse into your life. Definitely full and busy. Quite lovely, too.
by chani8
Mon Mar 31, 2014 4:41 am
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: 4 Islandgirls check-in
Replies: 90
Views: 110453

I lost 30 lbs rather quickly by low cal counting . . . and got a big gallstone for it. Which, btw, is actually a common side effect of fast weight loss. So it's good to go slow and steady, safe and gentle. You are doing great!
by chani8
Mon Mar 31, 2014 4:27 am
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Strawberry Roan's 2014 Daily Check In
Replies: 146
Views: 205640

I really enjoyed reading your thread. I'm sorry about your DH's leg and hope he's doing well. You are an amazing person and a great wife. I love to read your menu and journal. Have a great Monday!
by chani8
Sun Mar 30, 2014 9:01 pm
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Chani8's Dauntless Thread
Replies: 247
Views: 273210

Thank you Strawberry! It's so helpful to get support and validation. Can I ask, what do you do with your time? I am bored.
by chani8
Sun Mar 30, 2014 4:09 pm
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Chani8's Dauntless Thread
Replies: 247
Views: 273210

"Erikson in his well known eight stages of psychosocial development . . . those between 40 and 65 years are addressing “Generativity (making a difference to the next generation) vs. Stagnation (dissatisfaction and lack of productivity)."

This is so me. Stagnating, that is, and wondering how to ...
by chani8
Sun Mar 30, 2014 8:51 am
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: jw's check in
Replies: 386
Views: 436317

You've got to be your own advocate with the doctors. They surely mean well but still, I won't take anything until I've gone for a second opinion with doctor-google. ;)

When your stomach/body heals from eliminating the gluten, likely your other problems will be resolved. Hopefully soon!
by chani8
Sun Mar 30, 2014 8:35 am
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: automated eating tracker
Replies: 3784
Views: 5794775

OMgosh, Auto, that was so funny!!!
by chani8
Sun Mar 30, 2014 8:18 am
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Chani8's Dauntless Thread
Replies: 247
Views: 273210

Need to vent here: I am a week late on my period and really thought that I was pregnant. I even bought and took a home preg test. It was negative. I'm now an emotional wreck from that roller coaster ride. On top of that, my kids are being jerks. Why would I want to raise another one anyway?!!

I ...
by chani8
Fri Mar 28, 2014 12:55 pm
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Chani8's Dauntless Thread
Replies: 247
Views: 273210

Thanks MJ and JW!

MJ - I read on the No S facebook page a comment someone made that was awesome. If you ran a red light, would you then give up and just run all the rest of the red lights that day? Or for the next few days, too? LOL. That's a good way to look at it, imo.

JW - is there a color ...
by chani8
Fri Mar 28, 2014 7:02 am
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: MJ7910 - daily check in
Replies: 215
Views: 326388

I think it's good news that you haven't felt like this in 6 months. Do you think it's from the pressure of this mod to your diet?

Trying to eat organic is great, and I also try for that, but no need to make your self depressed about it. Going for 80-20 or even 60-40 is an accomplishment.

Going ...
by chani8
Fri Mar 28, 2014 5:11 am
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Chani8's Dauntless Thread
Replies: 247
Views: 273210

OMGosh, you are so right, Auto!! Thank you for the reminder that the best part of No S'ing is enjoying my food, and having guilt free Yes S days. Going to relax, smile, have fun, enjoy my family, and cherish this break of having only one foster baby.
by chani8
Thu Mar 27, 2014 8:09 pm
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Chani8's Dauntless Thread
Replies: 247
Views: 273210

Got through the day in yellow, not red, so I'm proud of myself. I licked the date mush off my fingers several times while preparing some sweet noodle kugels. But I did not bake chocolate chip cookies like I was so tempted to do. Whew.

I am starting to get my resolve against sugar again. It's so bad ...
by chani8
Thu Mar 27, 2014 7:31 pm
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: automated eating tracker
Replies: 3784
Views: 5794775

Serious walkers need serious straps on their bras, backpacks, purses and... coffee. :) We used to just fill our liter water bottles up with cooled coffee. In the summer we half-freeze them for ice coffee slushes to-go.

I'm impressed that you didn't make going to a conference into an S day.
by chani8
Thu Mar 27, 2014 7:23 pm
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: eschano 2014 check in
Replies: 525
Views: 665395

Happy Birthday! Enjoy!!
by chani8
Thu Mar 27, 2014 7:14 pm
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Linda's daily check-in
Replies: 4672
Views: 14980506

Linda, I could relate so much to your post about trying to figure out the next phase of your life. I've been having a midlife crisis for the past 3 years and I still don't have any clarity. For me, I think I'm missing some intellectual stimulation, or something challenging to overfocus on. Can I ask ...
by chani8
Wed Mar 26, 2014 7:59 pm
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Chani8's Dauntless Thread
Replies: 247
Views: 273210

Thanks Auto and Eschano! Those words are like music to me.

Went to the Kotel and prayed my heart out. DD's celebration was awesome!

Cheat of the year: Doritos!! :twisted: Those hit the PMS spot. Grrr. That, and the 85% chocolate, and lots of my sugar free chocolate cake, and oh, a large latte ...
by chani8
Tue Mar 25, 2014 6:36 pm
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Chani8's Dauntless Thread
Replies: 247
Views: 273210

Thank you Linda, Ironchef, and Osoniye, for your support and suggestions.

Today was a total fail day, like yesterday, even though I binged on sugar free chocolate zucchini cake that wasn't sweet at all. My DD said it tasted more like bread. The point is, I didn't sit down to lunch, and instead ate ...
by chani8
Tue Mar 25, 2014 11:41 am
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Linda's daily check-in
Replies: 4672
Views: 14980506

Well, Linda, I just served it up - Chicken and Noodle Casserole without the chicken because we ate up all the chicken yesterday. I only had the broth and veggies leftover and didn't know what to do with them, so I just threw in the noodles. It was a big hit! :)
by chani8
Tue Mar 25, 2014 5:33 am
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Chani8's Dauntless Thread
Replies: 247
Views: 273210

Linda, I hate to whine, but ... "I don't know how to eat in moderation. Waaah!"

Did you ever read Gregory the Terrible Eater? That's me. My favorite line is, "It's ok to eat like a goat, but you shouldn't eat like a pig."

Slowing down helps me. But now, what do I put on that plate???? What can I ...
by chani8
Tue Mar 25, 2014 5:11 am
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Linda's daily check-in
Replies: 4672
Views: 14980506

Linda, I'd chug the wine, too. LOL. I cant seem to drink anything slowly... Maybe if the wine was frozen . . ;)

I use peppermint extract. With coconut cream and a teaspoon of mild flavored olive oil. And that's all. Chocolate chips would take it over the top! I've put crushed cookies in it, too ...
by chani8
Mon Mar 24, 2014 9:31 pm
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Imogen's Daily Check In
Replies: 1206
Views: 1449003

OMGosh, I can so relate! Focusing on calorie allowance over plating. It's really hard on the tummy to eat so much food, just because I have the calories, and because I make low calorie foods.

It's so, I don't know, comforting, to find another person with this same issue. I'm glad I stopped by ...
by chani8
Mon Mar 24, 2014 9:25 pm
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Linda's daily check-in
Replies: 4672
Views: 14980506

Oh, it's ice cream time already?! Time to get my ice cream maker out. We usually make mint ice cream, which is great on a hot day. But since I've been off coffee, I could really go for espresso ice cream. The main reason I stopped the coffee, is because I just chug it too fast. With coffee ice cream ...
by chani8
Mon Mar 24, 2014 9:16 pm
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: automated eating tracker
Replies: 3784
Views: 5794775

LOL on sending your son back to watch another show!

And just WOW, you had a great weekend! Love that you cleaned and organized! That's such a great feeling, isn't it?!
by chani8
Mon Mar 24, 2014 9:11 pm
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: jw's check in
Replies: 386
Views: 436317

Glad to hear you're back on track. You're really doing great! Going GF is a very big deal. I hope you get good results fast!
by chani8
Mon Mar 24, 2014 9:02 pm
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Chani8's Dauntless Thread
Replies: 247
Views: 273210

I can't believe I ate chocolate zucchini cake today. Lots of it, too. :( With lunch and dinner. The sugar was a binge trigger and I lost control. And I'm still obsessing about it. Most of it is now in the freezer, saving it for the weekend.

I'm planning to make a chocolate carrot cake with no sugar ...
by chani8
Sun Mar 23, 2014 3:47 pm
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Chani8's Dauntless Thread
Replies: 247
Views: 273210

Ok, Auto, your encouraging words are helping. My son's girlfriend made the lunch and it was nice. They didn't make stir fry, instead it was paprika potatoes and chicken. It was nice. I haven't had potatoes in over a year. I can wait another year to have them again. LOL. Pass me the oatmeal. ;)

I've ...
by chani8
Sun Mar 23, 2014 3:40 pm
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: automated eating tracker
Replies: 3784
Views: 5794775

What a great day you had! Hope today is just as fun for you! :)
by chani8
Sun Mar 23, 2014 3:36 pm
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Linda's daily check-in
Replies: 4672
Views: 14980506

I'm going to try to make menu plans, too, Linda, since you've inspired me to get organized. :)
by chani8
Sun Mar 23, 2014 10:04 am
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Chani8's Dauntless Thread
Replies: 247
Views: 273210

You both are so sweet and supportive. Checking my messages on this forum qualifies as a LAM for me. :)

Baby girl left this morning. Breath. She wa a cutie. A dainty little sweetie. I say that while contrasting to the hunk of cuddle muffin in my arms right now. (Typing one handed). :) 6 kilo at 2 ...
by chani8
Fri Mar 21, 2014 2:46 pm
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: MJ7910 - daily check in
Replies: 215
Views: 326388

Saving your treats until a Yes S day is an awesome feat! Now that I'm eating more treats, I'm going to have to learn this.
by chani8
Fri Mar 21, 2014 2:42 pm
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: eschano 2014 check in
Replies: 525
Views: 665395

Working from home and No S'ing - you got this! Keeping a schedule helps a lot. It's so nice to be able to set your meal times for when you want to eat. And eating at home is just always more relaxing, I think. Enjoy!
by chani8
Fri Mar 21, 2014 10:46 am
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Chani8's Dauntless Thread
Replies: 247
Views: 273210

Yesterday was a total No S fail but I just accepted it as a sick day, or more like, a recovery day. Since I don't know what I can eat, I've been nibbling. For dinner, my 19yo son made a stir fry with chicken and a package of frozen 'chinese style' veggies (with corn and green beans and peppers). I ...
by chani8
Fri Mar 21, 2014 5:54 am
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: automated eating tracker
Replies: 3784
Views: 5794775

A pony trail ride, how sweet! And wow that you walked it! Great day!
by chani8
Fri Mar 21, 2014 5:52 am
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Linda's daily check-in
Replies: 4672
Views: 14980506

A seven week rotation menu - wow! :)
by chani8
Tue Mar 18, 2014 7:49 pm
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Chani8's Dauntless Thread
Replies: 247
Views: 273210

Friday afternoon I hit rock bottom and realized that enough was enough. This weekend was a holiday and all my kids were home and the girls were baking cookies, real chocolate chip cookies as well as sugar free oatmeal cookies. Being on my strict diet, I was feeling so miserable and hopeless.
So I ...
by chani8
Thu Mar 13, 2014 4:32 pm
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Herbsgirl's check in
Replies: 448
Views: 549597

Sorry to hear everyone in sick. You're a real doctormom! Round the clock, taking care of everyone. You are amazing. Such a giver. I hope you get better super fast!
by chani8
Thu Mar 13, 2014 9:22 am
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: 4 Islandgirls check-in
Replies: 90
Views: 110453

"...food on the backburner and life in the forefront" is awesome. I'm really impressed that your productivity is keeping you busy and able to forget about food. I also work in the home, had that snacking habit, and feel such relief to not do that anymore.
by chani8
Thu Mar 13, 2014 6:35 am
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Linda's daily check-in
Replies: 4672
Views: 14980506

Love the LAM!! A bubble bath. Wow. I don't even have a bathtub here. Ugh. Monthly trips to the local mikva are my only bath opportunities. The mikva lady probably wonders why I take so long. . . lol.
by chani8
Thu Mar 13, 2014 6:33 am
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: automated eating tracker
Replies: 3784
Views: 5794775

Walking is awesome. I don't do any exercise that works up a sweat. ewww. lol! That's why I do weights, and calisthenics for short times.

A study that Reinhard linked to showed that walking is even better than jogging.
by chani8
Wed Mar 12, 2014 7:36 am
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: automated eating tracker
Replies: 3784
Views: 5794775

I agree that montessori is a great option and compliments the homeschooling philosophy (well, in some ways, as school is still school). My girls went to a private montessori style school until 3rd grade, then the school closed. What a shock to all of us when they went to a very structured private ...
by chani8
Tue Mar 11, 2014 9:48 pm
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Tessytwinkle's check in
Replies: 576
Views: 746915

I'm surrounded by yummy-but-forbidden-to-me foods and it is hard. Much easier to not have the goodies around, but that's not real life or fair to everyone else. And OTOH, sometimes I purposely ply my family with all the goodies I can't eat, and live/eat through them. lol

Marzipan I can pass on ...
by chani8
Tue Mar 11, 2014 9:37 pm
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: jw's check in
Replies: 386
Views: 436317

I'm so glad to read that you're feeling better doing a gluten free diet. Good for you!

Sorry to hear about your parents and all the stress that is causing. Your parents are lucky to have such great kids coming to their rescue.
by chani8
Tue Mar 11, 2014 9:33 pm
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Herbsgirl's check in
Replies: 448
Views: 549597

I just stopped by to see how you're doing and you are doing just great!! I love your maintenance plan, and see that you're eating three spaced apart meals which is so good for the tummy.

I'm going to have to rethink my menu plans to start getting more calories for my bites because apparently ...
by chani8
Tue Mar 11, 2014 9:27 pm
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: eschano 2014 check in
Replies: 525
Views: 665395

Yes, LAM has definitely caught on. It's another priceless gem from this site. Awesome people here, truly. :)
by chani8
Tue Mar 11, 2014 9:24 pm
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: automated eating tracker
Replies: 3784
Views: 5794775

Love your goals!

JustMoveIt and RaisingReaders are great titles!!
by chani8
Tue Mar 11, 2014 9:20 pm
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Linda's daily check-in
Replies: 4672
Views: 14980506

You did the best you could about that friend, Linda. It's so hard to push people away, but someone who is toxic is not worth the energy. Good for you, and this was a seriously big LAM if you ask me.
by chani8
Tue Mar 11, 2014 9:17 pm
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Chani8's Dauntless Thread
Replies: 247
Views: 273210

Thanks JW. The GAPS intro diet is very restrictive, and I'm doing a modified stricter version of it even. But the regular GAPS diet doesn't look too scary to me. Meaty/fish soups and veggies are the staples, and everything else is extra. Easy for me because I'm not into baking or variety. lol.

If ...
by chani8
Tue Mar 11, 2014 1:53 pm
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Chani8's Dauntless Thread
Replies: 247
Views: 273210

Auto, you ask a good question, but I'm not sure of the answer. I did the SCD diet several years ago (for almost two years) to try to get relief for a hormone imbalance similar to PCOS. The diet didn't help much and I believe it was because I did not go low carb. I did learn that hormone free meat ...
by chani8
Tue Mar 11, 2014 11:17 am
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Chani8's Dauntless Thread
Replies: 247
Views: 273210

Long time no post. I was having a hard time and now I'm feeling better. I went on a very strict GAPS diet and detoxed. It was so hard. I'm also in ketosis, which is hard to transition into, but now that I'm in it, I'm feeling better. I'll probably be in ketosis for a while until my body can handle ...
by chani8
Thu Mar 06, 2014 5:24 am
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Linda's daily check-in
Replies: 4672
Views: 14980506

Its really ok to back down on a punishment if you think you were too harsh.
I've done it a million times and didn't lose credibility with my kids, in fact they trust me more, because I show that ultimately/eventually, I'm fair.
by chani8
Sun Mar 02, 2014 1:29 pm
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Chani8's Dauntless Thread
Replies: 247
Views: 273210

Thank you Auto, Linda and Tessy for your kind and wise words.

No S Diet
Breakfast: Homemade lactose free Yogurt. Leftover chicken soup with carrots and zucchini.
Lunch: Chamomile tea. Beef broth. Organic lettuce with lemon juice. Dried black olives. Beef stew with carrots and zucchini.
Dinner:
by chani8
Fri Feb 28, 2014 10:11 am
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Chani8's Dauntless Thread
Replies: 247
Views: 273210

Yes S:
Breakfast:
1/3 of a homemade yogurt.
Organic chicken bone broth.
Organic chicken soup with chicken wings and carrots.
Sip of freshly made organic carrot juice. WOW!! It's so sweet that I'm saving it for tonight's family meal, to drink instead of wine. :)
Lunch:
More yogurt, bone broth ...
by chani8
Fri Feb 28, 2014 6:15 am
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Chani8's Dauntless Thread
Replies: 247
Views: 273210

Thanks, Tessy! The goddess of burping babies. lol

Today is a Yes S day! I went to bed feeling down that I would have nothing special today, and right before I fell asleep I asked DH to thaw out the organic chicken wings for me for today. They are special to me because we don't buy much organic ...
by chani8
Thu Feb 27, 2014 8:25 pm
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Chani8's Dauntless Thread
Replies: 247
Views: 273210

Omgosh tomorrow is an S day, and I dont see any way to S at all with this strict diet stuff. Oh well. I gotta think 'big picture' as in, my health.
by chani8
Thu Feb 27, 2014 8:22 pm
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Chani8's Dauntless Thread
Replies: 247
Views: 273210

Eschano, my DH is very domestic and does the laundry, dishes, etc. I've told my daughters that I'm spoiled and they shouldn't expect this, and I've told my sons to learn from their father. lol

Auto, I am such an introvert and not domestic and I spend way too much time thinking instead of doing, or ...
by chani8
Thu Feb 27, 2014 6:14 pm
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Linda's daily check-in
Replies: 4672
Views: 14980506

Cajun baked tofu and not raising your voice. Both are awesome!!
by chani8
Thu Feb 27, 2014 9:44 am
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Tessytwinkle's check in
Replies: 576
Views: 746915

Sounds like you made good choices at the buffet ;) yesterday despite the circumstances. I agree that three meals are much more stabilizing. Hope you get time for LAM today.
by chani8
Thu Feb 27, 2014 9:38 am
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Chani8's Dauntless Thread
Replies: 247
Views: 273210

No S Diet

Breakfast - spatone (forgot to take it last night), whey, broth, fish soup with zucchini, olives in olive oil.
Lunch - whey, broth, chicken quarter, carrots?
Dinner - whey, broth, chicken breast, carrots?

No Wasting Time
Make more yogurt?
Unpacked baby girl clothes.
Organized baby ...
by chani8
Thu Feb 27, 2014 9:32 am
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: automated eating tracker
Replies: 3784
Views: 5794775

A beautiful 6 months update. Thank you. <Hugs> for just being awesome you!
by chani8
Wed Feb 26, 2014 3:36 pm
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Chani8's Dauntless Thread
Replies: 247
Views: 273210

No S Diet
Breakfast - probiotic whey, tuna steak, fish broth, ginger, olives, olive oil.
Lunch - chamomile tea, more whey, probiotic pickle juice, chicken wings in homemade broth, ginger, zucchini.
Dinner - more whey, more ginger, more broth, baked fish, more zucchini, and more olive oil.

Oh ...
by chani8
Tue Feb 25, 2014 4:18 pm
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: automated eating tracker
Replies: 3784
Views: 5794775

Great No S'ing, great sounding food, great exercise, great soldier, and a Great Mom!! :)
by chani8
Tue Feb 25, 2014 4:14 pm
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Linda's daily check-in
Replies: 4672
Views: 14980506

You are doing amazing with your girls and your meals and your exercise! Good going!!!
by chani8
Tue Feb 25, 2014 4:09 pm
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Chani8's Dauntless Thread
Replies: 247
Views: 273210

You all are great! So sweet and supportive. Thanks for stopping by and encouraging me.

I was able to get organic avocados this time, and surprisingly, they don't turn brown, so we figure there is no need to mash them with lemon juice. We're just scooping them out, wrapping them tightly in plastic ...
by chani8
Tue Feb 25, 2014 9:52 am
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Chani8's Dauntless Thread
Replies: 247
Views: 273210

Menu:

Breakfast: Chamomile tea with 1 T whey. Fish bone broth.
Salmon and zucchini.

Lunch: Chamomile tea with 2 T whey. More broth.
Black olives, steamed lettuce, chicken wings, olive oil, carrots.

Dinner: More tea and broth. Yogurt.
Fish, zucchini and carrots, olive oil.
by chani8
Tue Feb 25, 2014 9:34 am
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Tessytwinkle's check in
Replies: 576
Views: 746915

Sounds like a great plan, Tessy, and a very nice menu. Gotta love those soups. lol
by chani8
Tue Feb 25, 2014 9:28 am
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Chani8's Dauntless Thread
Replies: 247
Views: 273210

Thank you both for your support. I feel like such a whiner. lol

Anyway, I am feeling hopeful today. The past two days were pretty rough. I'm doing the intro diet of what's called the GAPS diet, which means I'm eating bone broth, soups, certain veggies and some fermented foods (probiotics).

I wish ...
by chani8
Sat Feb 22, 2014 5:47 pm
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Chani8's Dauntless Thread
Replies: 247
Views: 273210

Thanks for the support!

Today and yesterday were Yes S days, and they were really nice. I ate 3 meals, no snacks. Friday night dinner was a full 3 course meal, and I ate a little too much, but took a walk with DH afterwards, and that helped.

Today I only ate two (3 course) meals but did not ...
by chani8
Fri Feb 21, 2014 11:16 am
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: automated eating tracker
Replies: 3784
Views: 5794775

Where do I find out about the 'foot soldier cards' you mention?

Thinking of you! Hope all is well.
by chani8
Fri Feb 21, 2014 11:10 am
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Linda's daily check-in
Replies: 4672
Views: 14980506

Linda, such amazing progress with your girls!! You are awesome!! You figured out a way to give over your values, not get involved, and encourage them to get along, all with one short comment and the very clear action of walking away. Unbelievable!! I love it!! :)

Great on the healthy eating! Enjoy ...
by chani8
Fri Feb 21, 2014 10:35 am
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Chani8's Dauntless Thread
Replies: 247
Views: 273210

I am feeling more hopeful today. I've actually been in a bit of a brain fog for the past few days. All I've been able to do is google about diet and obsess about food.

I just had to come here to share with you a tidbit that I learned, that just adds some fuel to the No S diet. I think we already ...
by chani8
Mon Feb 17, 2014 10:48 am
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: automated eating tracker
Replies: 3784
Views: 5794775

Auto, it's fun that you took the enneagram test! Just fyi, 1s can relate to the 4, especially when the 1 is a little depressed. 1s are actually similar to the 5 by being curious and intellectual, and to the 6 by intuiting danger and recognizing problems/issues. And 9's are good for 1s by keeping ...

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