twistygirl's Comments

Nice to hear from you! I am sorry to hear about your job. But you're learning new skills with your A+ classes and will be moving on. Nothing stops twistygirl! I took an A+ class many years back with an old boyfriend of mine. I thought it was cool to see how the inside of a computer worked. Didn't go for certification though. Glad to hear Roma is doing well and keeping busy. Those kids will keep her moving. Pre-schoolers don't sit quietly at desks! Sounds like you are surrounded by temptation these days. You got a lot on your plate, and when the time is right you'll focus on losing again. Just be strong and know that the healthier you are the more energy you'll have to deal with all of life's challenges. Thank you for all the kind words, your support means so much to me. You've been there since the beginning making me feel like I could really do this. I know it was your confidence in me that made me really think it was possible. I have confidence in you too, your spark and your heart will make sure you find your new path and succeed in whatever you choose to do. Some people are just special. Take care of yourself and keep in touch.

sayeater — Tue, 02 Mar 2010 19:17:38 GMT

Nice to hear from you! I am sorry to hear about your job. But you're learning new skills with your A+ classes and will be moving on. Nothing stops twistygirl! I took an A+ class many years back with an old boyfriend of mine. I thought it was cool to see how the inside of a computer worked. Didn't go for certification though. Glad to hear Roma is doing well and keeping busy. Those kids will keep her moving. Pre-schoolers don't sit quietly at desks!

Sounds like you are surrounded by temptation these days. You got a lot on your plate, and when the time is right you'll focus on losing again. Just be strong and know that the healthier you are the more energy you'll have to deal with all of life's challenges.

Thank you for all the kind words, your support means so much to me. You've been there since the beginning making me feel like I could really do this. I know it was your confidence in me that made me really think it was possible. I have confidence in you too, your spark and your heart will make sure you find your new path and succeed in whatever you choose to do. Some people are just special. Take care of yourself and keep in touch.

How are things going for you these days? Seems life has been nothing but basketball games for me this winter...season is winding down finally, just a few more games to go...Spring cannot get here soon enough...looking forward to walking outside in the nice weather. My surgery has not happened yet...on light duty at work and wear a sling so I don't over use the arm/shoulder...have an appointment in early March at the Mayo Clinic...we will see how soon they can schedule me in...trouble is that I have so much going...my boy will graduate and then I have wedding cakes booked for the summer...really going to mess up my schedule if surgery comes too late...and I have a daughter that will be getting married later this year...busy times! My journey has been steady...some days are better than others. I have tried to post some days and all I get is that error message...and the site is slow besides...so I give up...but I haven't forgotten you...and wonder how the journey is going for you. Are you staying strong? Learning to eat healthy and taking care of yourself? The Lord gives us each day to be the best we can be...and guides us along the way. I am loving this journey and I am so glad you are a part of it...you are so inspirational and your words are heartfelt...I appreciate the kind words and the time you take from your day to brighten my day. Hugs, SisterC

SisterC — Mon, 22 Feb 2010 01:16:36 GMT

How are things going for you these days? Seems life has been nothing but basketball games for me this winter...season is winding down finally, just a few more games to go...Spring cannot get here soon enough...looking forward to walking outside in the nice weather. My surgery has not happened yet...on light duty at work and wear a sling so I don't over use the arm/shoulder...have an appointment in early March at the Mayo Clinic...we will see how soon they can schedule me in...trouble is that I have so much going...my boy will graduate and then I have wedding cakes booked for the summer...really going to mess up my schedule if surgery comes too late...and I have a daughter that will be getting married later this year...busy times!

My journey has been steady...some days are better than others. I have tried to post some days and all I get is that error message...and the site is slow besides...so I give up...but I haven't forgotten you...and wonder how the journey is going for you. Are you staying strong? Learning to eat healthy and taking care of yourself? The Lord gives us each day to be the best we can be...and guides us along the way. I am loving this journey and I am so glad you are a part of it...you are so inspirational and your words are heartfelt...I appreciate the kind words and the time you take from your day to brighten my day. Hugs, SisterC

Thursday once again... finally got the scale to move again. Did you make it through V-Day Chocolate free?? Myself, not so much. Godiva, can't say no to chocolate I can't afford. Had a good dinner out as well. At least it is lent and I had a fasting day and now 40 days to Easter to prepare myself.. always a good time of year to NOT overindulge and reflect on the sacrifices our lord made and honor him in some sacrifices of my own. Just about the weekend thank goodness, hope yours is a great one, peace Coni

Anonymous — Fri, 19 Feb 2010 02:07:54 GMT

Thursday once again... finally got the scale to move again. Did you make it through V-Day Chocolate free?? Myself, not so much. Godiva, can't say no to chocolate I can't afford. Had a good dinner out as well. At least it is lent and I had a fasting day and now 40 days to Easter to prepare myself.. always a good time of year to NOT overindulge and reflect on the sacrifices our lord made and honor him in some sacrifices of my own. Just about the weekend thank goodness, hope yours is a great one, peace Coni

Hope you had a Happy Valentine's Day! Did you do anything special? Hope you're staying warm in Chi-town, we've still got a piddly amount of snow here, this is New York for gosh sakes!! Where is the snow?? What's that girl Roma been up to? She don't call, she don't write...I see how it is. Tell her I said hi and that I'm getting really close to breaking the 50 pound mark. Woohoo! Say hi and let me know what's been going on when you get a chance.

sayeater — Mon, 15 Feb 2010 21:43:59 GMT

Hope you had a Happy Valentine's Day! Did you do anything special? Hope you're staying warm in Chi-town, we've still got a piddly amount of snow here, this is New York for gosh sakes!! Where is the snow?? What's that girl Roma been up to? She don't call, she don't write...I see how it is. Tell her I said hi and that I'm getting really close to breaking the 50 pound mark. Woohoo! Say hi and let me know what's been going on when you get a chance.

Thanks for stopping by my page. Its always nice to get a new perspective on things. I hope somehow my words have helped in your journey as well. Not so much focused on lbs but how Im feeling. I will not allow the scale to make or break me! At least I know with every passing day God continues to give me another chance to try again.

newtitus2009 — Wed, 10 Feb 2010 15:47:49 GMT

Thanks for stopping by my page. Its always nice to get a new perspective on things. I hope somehow my words have helped in your journey as well. Not so much focused on lbs but how Im feeling. I will not allow the scale to make or break me! At least I know with every passing day God continues to give me another chance to try again.

Just wondering how you've been lately. I'm still struggling...but no where near giving up. We'll make it girl...just takes time and learning all these pesky life lessons. Hope you are doing well. God Bless ~~ Hilary

hjsmith — Sun, 31 Jan 2010 03:46:57 GMT

Just wondering how you've been lately. I'm still struggling...but no where near giving up. We'll make it girl...just takes time and learning all these pesky life lessons. Hope you are doing well. God Bless ~~ Hilary

I wish I could of seen that Oprah episode. Thyroids control everything in the body.. it really is a battle I wish I did not have.. but at least the meds to help. I was originally diagnosed when I was 19.. and many blood tests afterwards.. and I'm just NOW taking the meds I've needed my entire life. I'm finally feeling normal in some areas.. I think, why didn't I take these a long time ago! Yes my mind works much faster than my body. The training plan I'm on is the 9 week Couch to 5k. It is a simple plan that takes it easy, making sure I have the leg muscles to go that next step in training. As you know I tried to go for this goal when I first started.. ended up with an injury and quitting and doing nothing. This time.. no pain.. it is all going just right. I'm at the point though where training is getting HARD so no worries of me pushing myself too hard, it is hard to keep up. I read your post about keeping the house clean of the goodies. That is how I have to be.. boredom is my worst enemy.. I start rooting around in the kitchen.. if there is nothing bad there.. then I retreat back. I'm not sure if that will ever change. I just know my weaknesses.

Anonymous — Sun, 24 Jan 2010 10:28:10 GMT

I wish I could of seen that Oprah episode. Thyroids control everything in the body.. it really is a battle I wish I did not have.. but at least the meds to help. I was originally diagnosed when I was 19.. and many blood tests afterwards.. and I'm just NOW taking the meds I've needed my entire life. I'm finally feeling normal in some areas.. I think, why didn't I take these a long time ago! Yes my mind works much faster than my body. The training plan I'm on is the 9 week Couch to 5k. It is a simple plan that takes it easy, making sure I have the leg muscles to go that next step in training. As you know I tried to go for this goal when I first started.. ended up with an injury and quitting and doing nothing. This time.. no pain.. it is all going just right. I'm at the point though where training is getting HARD so no worries of me pushing myself too hard, it is hard to keep up. I read your post about keeping the house clean of the goodies. That is how I have to be.. boredom is my worst enemy.. I start rooting around in the kitchen.. if there is nothing bad there.. then I retreat back. I'm not sure if that will ever change. I just know my weaknesses.

Missed ya Thursday.. did you have a great weekend for MLK? How is everything going? It is the weekend again!!! My favorite days of the week.. going to use the extra time to squeeze in an extra workout or two. Hope to hear from ya soon.

Anonymous — Fri, 22 Jan 2010 23:38:22 GMT

Missed ya Thursday.. did you have a great weekend for MLK? How is everything going? It is the weekend again!!! My favorite days of the week.. going to use the extra time to squeeze in an extra workout or two. Hope to hear from ya soon.

Thanks for checking in on me My foot is feeling much better its almost 90 percent, I am on the mends...I am going to kick things up notch this week.... In hopes that I can get to 100 Percent, only time will tell!!!! I hope you are doing well with your eating and just in general!! I hope to get to a place where I can finally get a groove that doesnt stop.!!

alwasmlin — Sat, 16 Jan 2010 15:12:03 GMT

Thanks for checking in on me My foot is feeling much better its almost 90 percent, I am on the mends...I am going to kick things up notch this week.... In hopes that I can get to 100 Percent, only time will tell!!!! I hope you are doing well with your eating and just in general!! I hope to get to a place where I can finally get a groove that doesnt stop.!!

Don't mean to make you blue! But did you see what you wrote?? You're trying to get to 30 pounds! 3-0. That is a LOT of weight loss. So don't sell yourself short, I seem to remember someone else who struggled to get to 10 pounds and now look where she is. Coni says it's not a race it's a marathon. We'll all do it in our own time but I know we will all cross the finish line. What are you doing in Chicago?? I thought you were in Arizona? All this time I've been thinking about you in the warm weather. Chicago is cold!! I grew up in Indiana on Lake Michigan so I know!!

sayeater — Fri, 15 Jan 2010 12:41:57 GMT

Don't mean to make you blue! But did you see what you wrote?? You're trying to get to 30 pounds! 3-0. That is a LOT of weight loss. So don't sell yourself short, I seem to remember someone else who struggled to get to 10 pounds and now look where she is. Coni says it's not a race it's a marathon. We'll all do it in our own time but I know we will all cross the finish line. What are you doing in Chicago?? I thought you were in Arizona? All this time I've been thinking about you in the warm weather. Chicago is cold!! I grew up in Indiana on Lake Michigan so I know!!

OK Thursday buddy, where's our update? Ya know I'm looking for you. I didn't do any better this week myself, nor did I do any for the worse. I can't complain. Looking forward to your post.. had to pop by and maybe nudge ya?

Anonymous — Fri, 15 Jan 2010 00:33:14 GMT

OK Thursday buddy, where's our update? Ya know I'm looking for you. I didn't do any better this week myself, nor did I do any for the worse. I can't complain. Looking forward to your post.. had to pop by and maybe nudge ya?

Bleeding taffy!! Hope this week is better, kick that sugar to the curb and drink your lemon tea!

sayeater — Fri, 08 Jan 2010 13:36:01 GMT

Bleeding taffy!! Hope this week is better, kick that sugar to the curb and drink your lemon tea!

Thanks for all your wisdom... no I'm not going to wallow in self-pity.. but yes I needed a day, a night of just covers and tissues and tears.. not about my weight, just life sometimes. I wont let my bad day be a bad week... I've had too many of those in the past. I'll be fine in the AM. I am doing so well with my weight loss and I'm OK with a 0... I've had WAY worse weeks than this. The scale does not rule my life, I do. I'm learning as I go, but as you know we have good and bad days. Today was just a bad one. I'm so lucky to have you as a buddy and as a Thursday Weigh-In buddy even more.

Anonymous — Fri, 08 Jan 2010 07:32:04 GMT

Thanks for all your wisdom... no I'm not going to wallow in self-pity.. but yes I needed a day, a night of just covers and tissues and tears.. not about my weight, just life sometimes. I wont let my bad day be a bad week... I've had too many of those in the past. I'll be fine in the AM. I am doing so well with my weight loss and I'm OK with a 0... I've had WAY worse weeks than this. The scale does not rule my life, I do. I'm learning as I go, but as you know we have good and bad days. Today was just a bad one. I'm so lucky to have you as a buddy and as a Thursday Weigh-In buddy even more.

You are missed here....just checking in on you; hope all is well. Hugs, SisterC

SisterC — Thu, 07 Jan 2010 23:44:34 GMT

You are missed here....just checking in on you; hope all is well. Hugs, SisterC

Hey there, Twisty! Glad to see you checked in on New Year's Eve. Hope things are going well for you so far in 2010. I had a disappointing weigh-in this past Friday. Gained 3 pounds...my first gain I've had to post since starting SF. I was pretty bummed...but, I TOTALLY earned those 3 pounds. Didn't do a very good job staying away from the chocolate, and cake, and pecan pie...and neglected my water for a few days. I'm pretty much back on track again...though I am not enjoying getting back in hydration mode...I am so tired of having to run to the bathroom every few minutes! Oh well...guess this has been a learning experience. Hoping to have a better weigh-in this Friday. Talk to you soon?? God Bless ~~ Hilary

hjsmith — Mon, 04 Jan 2010 00:52:46 GMT

Hey there, Twisty! Glad to see you checked in on New Year's Eve. Hope things are going well for you so far in 2010. I had a disappointing weigh-in this past Friday. Gained 3 pounds...my first gain I've had to post since starting SF. I was pretty bummed...but, I TOTALLY earned those 3 pounds. Didn't do a very good job staying away from the chocolate, and cake, and pecan pie...and neglected my water for a few days. I'm pretty much back on track again...though I am not enjoying getting back in hydration mode...I am so tired of having to run to the bathroom every few minutes! Oh well...guess this has been a learning experience. Hoping to have a better weigh-in this Friday. Talk to you soon?? God Bless ~~ Hilary

I can't believe it!! I hadn't seen your ticker yet since I've been back. Man we have come a long way haven't we? I was worried about going out to eat for the 1st time and you were willing to try anything (even those nasty grits) to get to 10 pounds lost. Crazy how much things can change in a short period of time. We could just as easliy have been twiddling our thumbs the last four months letting things go on as they always have then come Jan.1 start thinking maybe we should do something about it. Well here we are with an awesome jumpstart and a whole new year ahead of us. Thank you for your encouragement, kind words, and amazing sense of humor. You help make this a very special place for me and a lot of others. God bless you and your family for a happy, healthy new year!

sayeater — Thu, 31 Dec 2009 20:49:26 GMT

I can't believe it!! I hadn't seen your ticker yet since I've been back. Man we have come a long way haven't we? I was worried about going out to eat for the 1st time and you were willing to try anything (even those nasty grits) to get to 10 pounds lost. Crazy how much things can change in a short period of time. We could just as easliy have been twiddling our thumbs the last four months letting things go on as they always have then come Jan.1 start thinking maybe we should do something about it. Well here we are with an awesome jumpstart and a whole new year ahead of us. Thank you for your encouragement, kind words, and amazing sense of humor. You help make this a very special place for me and a lot of others. God bless you and your family for a happy, healthy new year!

glad to see ya back posting, you been out the loop kinda like me... but I am hoping to finally suceed in this weight loss in 2010 and I know I can with the help of you and all my sf buddies.. Happy New Year..

alwasmlin — Thu, 31 Dec 2009 19:18:02 GMT

glad to see ya back posting, you been out the loop kinda like me... but I am hoping to finally suceed in this weight loss in 2010 and I know I can with the help of you and all my sf buddies.. Happy New Year..

ah man, I'm getting on the scale in the AM.. I've been thinking about it since Monday. I'm glad I had a few days to try to flush all that water weight away, but now I got to worry about the fat weight :) I'm very nervous about this one.. not sure why, I've had gains before.. I'm just tired of them, you know? I'm serious about getting serious this time. I'm going to do a week without SF, I want to really give my body a detox from sugar, carbs and chemicals. I'm also going to step up on the exercise.sighwe will see how it goes, this aint easy. Well can't wait to see you at the scales tomorrow, good luck friend!

Anonymous — Thu, 31 Dec 2009 00:14:43 GMT

ah man, I'm getting on the scale in the AM.. I've been thinking about it since Monday. I'm glad I had a few days to try to flush all that water weight away, but now I got to worry about the fat weight :) I'm very nervous about this one.. not sure why, I've had gains before.. I'm just tired of them, you know? I'm serious about getting serious this time. I'm going to do a week without SF, I want to really give my body a detox from sugar, carbs and chemicals. I'm also going to step up on the exercise.**sigh**we will see how it goes, this aint easy. Well can't wait to see you at the scales tomorrow, good luck friend!

Just wanted to pop in and say hello! Hope you, Roma and the rest of your beautiful family had a wonderful Christmas!! Hope everything is going well for you. We had a great time on our trip! I didn't see too many overweight people until we got on the cruise ship, that's where all the other Americans were. But nowhere we went did anyone point and stare at me so my fears were completely unfounded. I even rode a camel in the desert, God bless that poor thing for carrying me!! I am looking forward to being even thinner and healthier when our next big trip rolls around. I do have to say that if I had gone on this trip at the weight I was before SF I would have been miserable. I feel so good having lost the weight and being able to wear small clothes. So excited to continue on this journey in the new year!!! Happy new year to you and yours!!

sayeater — Wed, 30 Dec 2009 19:02:56 GMT

Just wanted to pop in and say hello! Hope you, Roma and the rest of your beautiful family had a wonderful Christmas!! Hope everything is going well for you. We had a great time on our trip! I didn't see too many overweight people until we got on the cruise ship, that's where all the other Americans were. But nowhere we went did anyone point and stare at me so my fears were completely unfounded. I even rode a camel in the desert, God bless that poor thing for carrying me!! I am looking forward to being even thinner and healthier when our next big trip rolls around. I do have to say that if I had gone on this trip at the weight I was before SF I would have been miserable. I feel so good having lost the weight and being able to wear small clothes. So excited to continue on this journey in the new year!!! Happy new year to you and yours!!

I hope your Christmas was filled with love, joy and peace with those you love all around you. Our travel/celebration plans were changed due to the weather here in the midwest...snow, rain, freezing rain, etc...spent the holiday here at home instead of travelling...very relaxing. Watched Christmas services on tv since the area churches cancelled all the services for Christmas Eve and Christmas Day Services due to the weather. Ate a bit more than I should have, but am exercising like crazy today...hope to wear it off! Just wanted to stop by and say congrats on the pounds lost and to wish you many blessings during this season. Hugs, SisterC

SisterC — Sat, 26 Dec 2009 09:38:02 GMT

I hope your Christmas was filled with love, joy and peace with those you love all around you. Our travel/celebration plans were changed due to the weather here in the midwest...snow, rain, freezing rain, etc...spent the holiday here at home instead of travelling...very relaxing. Watched Christmas services on tv since the area churches cancelled all the services for Christmas Eve and Christmas Day Services due to the weather. Ate a bit more than I should have, but am exercising like crazy today...hope to wear it off! Just wanted to stop by and say congrats on the pounds lost and to wish you many blessings during this season. Hugs, SisterC