I’m a Pear ? the sequel part 2 !

Maybee I was always well endowed and always wished for a smaller bust, they have thinned out a bit now lol...midrif is where i put it on and also the first place to lose it...

MayBee never had big boobs to start with. Have always been a pear. When I lie on my back they disappear altogether now. At least my bum and thighs are smaller but my thighs are flabby. And the lose skin on my bingo wings don't get me started. But saying all that I am so glad I am a 16 and not a 32 anymore. I only have one chin instead of 3 . So am happy.

We never lose the weight from where we want. And never are tall enough. Only 5' 2" my weight would be ok if I was 6'. ??

Tell me about it Maybee . Since I had a bad stomach complaint earlier this year and just couldn’t eat I have gone all thin in the face, but still kept my chunky hips. It so unfair ?

As a lifelong pear do other pears find that the first place they lose weight from is their bust and the first place they put it on is their thighs. Therefore getting more and more out of proportion and having drawers full of, well, drawers and bras in different sizes?

Four staying the same is an achievement. I tell myself that everytime I do it.

Sarah well done losing the 2lb. Enjoy the scones. It's lovely getting to the next stone number.

MayBee if I have cake I slice it and put it wrapped into slices in the freezer. And bury it under the veggies. If I do fancy a slice it takes a couple of hours to defrost .

Cocopops it's a blip we all have them. For us here we know weight loss is a daily battle . But the main thing is we decided to fight that battle. We may lose a fight every now and then but will win the war.

Beechnut glad you are heading in the right direction. Feel so much better getting my hair cut. Had 4" lopped off. Won't leave it so long before cuts as I like it to this length.

The saloon I use follows all the Covid rules. Temperature check, details in contact book. Masks and disposible capes for customers. Visors, disposible aprons and gloves for stylist. Towels are different. I was the only one there as there was only one stylist working plus the receptionist. No dry cuts allowed. But it's a treat having my hair washed , cut and blow dried. Especially as the stylist who does mine is a very nice young man in his 20's.

A friend of mine in the Midlands uses a saloon that doesn't follow the rules. My stylist told me they were given money by the government to get all the PPE and given new rules to follow. Plus everyone who works there have had both doses of the vaccine.

JoMarch my goal is 11st as being fat for decades my skin will never go back and I will always have big thighs but it's a small price to pay for feeling better . Happy with my size 16 but will one day even if it takes me another year reach my goal. Been at it since April 2017. Look at the old pictures of the size 32 me and wonder why on earth I stayed like that. But my husband was alive in those days and my weight was never an issue . He loved and couldn't keep his hands off me no matter how big I was . I was a very lucky woman to have had him in my life. 11st is the weight I was when we started courting that's why I decided on that goal.

Need to cook a stew today for my next 6 dinners using 2 pork steaks plus pearl barley and plenty of veggies.

Went into the garden yesterday after my hair cut and dug out most of the teasels as they had grown to big. Had to use the big fork to get them up. Good job my paving is all lovely and flat now. Because of all the rain they where heavy so ended up doing some weight lifting as well?.

Looking after my baby grandson in the morning while my daughter gets her hair cut.

We'll have a good week everyone. ?

Batch cooked pinch of nom meals today...love their mushy pea curry also made soup for the week and bolognese risotto....all PON recipes and calorie counted. Have done well with the eating today , think i will check in here daily this next 7 days whilst i get back on track....have slacked off a lot really this last month, was trying to maintain for a bit but........

I know we all have different body sizes, shapes, builds and goals, but I would love ❤️ ❤️ ❤️ to be 134 lbs! Due to all my yucky loose skin I doubt very much I’ll ever be under 10 stone, but I’m pretty happy with how I look now- at least in clothes! I bet you look amazing Cocopops-don’t forget to congratulate yourself on being a healthy size and weight!

This thread helped me get my motivation this morning for my renewed “Back with the Program” after my lovely weekend was made even lovelier with too much lovely food! As long as I can keep a lid on my calories 80% of the time, I try to not beat myself up too much for when I go off piste- if I’m going I may as well enjoy it!- but I’m beginning to feel twitchy and out of control if the off piste ness goes on too long. Maybe, just may be I’m learning how slim people think? This has never happened before! Anyhoo, I’ve done my Lesley Sansone Miracle Mile, I’ve stuck to my veggies for lunch, and it’s more veggies and fish for tea. In about six weeks it will be as if my weekend of piggery never existed! Oh well, needs must, and I must too.
Well done to all Pears! We just have to keep b*ggering on, as Churchill remarked. ( Obvs I am not seriously comparing my lifelong battle with weight to WW2).

Don’t weigh yourself until after your haircut Whiff ?

I’m very very slowly going in the right direction.

It's great reading all your news. I needed your inspiration because I didn't limit treats to small ones. I am 3 lbs above my target and 134.4lbs. My daughter ordered a huge take-out and my " off switch" wasn't working! Have also been less active so now I have resolved to try getting up an hour earlier and get moving. Have a good week everyone.

I think it is important to give ourselves ‘small’ treats that way we won’t feel deprived.

Tiredness make me eat. I’m two weeks now without eating bread and still feeling so much better for it. Going to make a fruit cake later but must stick to one slice a day. I might cut it up and put it in the fridge with each day written on it. I know, during lockdown one the first thing I would think of when I woke up was the slice of banana bread waiting for me, but back then I wasn’t tempted to eat more as I was worried about food supplies.

Everybody sounds like they’re full of positivity today which is brilliant. Well done all the losers and if you’ve gone the other way, don’t beat yourselves up about it and get back on the treadmill soon. I’m 2lb down this week and now within spitting distance of the next ‘stone’ number. I’m planning to make some scones this afternoon and have cream to go with them so ... but hey we all need to treat ourselves occasionally. I ended up working most of the week this week and I’m absolutely shattered - one more week before half term and a chance to breathe.
Have a good week everyone

Well done everyone - loads of positivity on this thread whether we report losses or gains - what wonderful support!

I was celebrating the drop in 'stones' number last week and had worked really hard to drop below the 13 mark. This week I have been really strict again but stayed the same - disappointing but I will not give up and I still have the buzz of the numbers game!

We will all have meet ups and things that we have been unable to do for so long - we need a treat every now and again and as long as we keep an eye on what's happening, we will all be fine!

Welcome also to our newbies - loads of love and support here so stick with us!!!

Have a good week everyone

Hi Whiff, thankyou. Although the job is very stressful it's certainly a distraction which has certainly helped!
I love hearing about time with your grandsons♥️. Well done on the gardening too.
Cheese on toast- ooh lovely. When my dad was living with us I used to make Welsh Rarebit too?.
I never replied to your question about my daughters job. Shes doing well although finds it stressful at times. She is in office FT this week. Like me after the casual WFH theres a lot to think about,travel,clothes to wear,lunches to plan etc! I think it wilk certainly be good for her,young people need to mix with others.
I have three days in office this week followed by one day the week after then WFH the following week. I find WFH less tiring and less faff but it has been an eye opener mixing in person with other newbies and very reassuring!

Dorset our posts crossed. Brilliant weight loss. You sound very happy with your life. This new job has worked in your favour. Since starting it your posts sound more positive . After all the hassle you had with your last job I am very happy for you .

Shirley we all have bad weeks from time to time. But you had a good weekend otherwise.

JoMarch glad you had a good time with your son. Hope the plans for June and July go ahead.

Weight stayed the same this week. Had a treat at my daughter's Friday I went for lunch so I got to play longer with my grandson before his swimming lesson. He gets tired afterwards and falls asleep in the car taking me home and makes him having his dinner later than normal. So me going lunch time instead of later is better. Had 2 slices cheese and tomato on toast. Haven't had that for years. I have a grill in my oven but never use it. My daughter likes a lot of cheese but it was so yummy. Had a lovely playtime. And has a lovely time looking after the baby. Got him to sleep and I kept nodding off whilst holding him. When they took me hope my grandson fell asleep and when they got home his first question was ' wheres nannie'.

I really need to set a timer for 2 hours when I go in the garden. Time just gets away with me. Was out for over 3 hours no wonder I was tired. But got courgettes, runner and French beans planted outside. Transplanted some seedlings , planted out some flowers and moved some plants in the garden plus a bit of weeding. Raining today but had already decided not to go out.

Got a treat tomorrow getting my hair cut. Needs about 4"s off that will get rid of a few ounces ? . If it's nice will go for a walk.

Hope you all have a good week.

Good morning all?. Jomarch your happiness shines through your post,I'm so glad you had a lovely time with DS. I saw my eldest daughter recently,the first time in the flesh since last August. We are trying to get as many visits in as possible while we can!
Shirleyw and Nankate good luck with the fresh start-we are all here for you.?.
I have lost 2lb. I admit I'm quite surprised at the fact that I'm losing consistently. Maybe I shouldnt be. I know at beginning of year I was aiming at choosing healthy options,obviously I was still consuming more calories than needed. We had our chinese take away on Friday but where in past would have a full portion each my daughter and I shared a portion, and it was enough and I enjoyed it without feeling stuffed to the gills.
As we have frequently said weightloss is as much about being psychologically in the right place as following a plan. At the moment I am spurred on by the way small losses are adding up. Being back at work has made me more aware of feeling more confident in how I look. I think for me may be the biggest factor is the total lack of access to treat foods. Absence hasnt made the heart grow fonder either,I find I no longer crave chocolate/ bread/ ice cream. I have no doubt this is an instance where the pandemic has been a help. The ice cream man no longer visits,when he did last summer I wasnt quite sure how hygienic it was-certainly not worth risk pre vaccination! There are no or limited opportunities for coffee shop visits with an impromptu cake I couldnt resist etc etc. Unlike this time last year I dont have time to bake,and boy was I baking some yummy things last year?.
I dont think the weather has helped ,it feels to cold etc to be out and about having coffee and cake al fresco and I will admit covid guidelines dont make it appealing for me indoors.
Come the sunny weather I am looking forward to simple treats. Friends in the garden. A bag of chips in the sunshine,hot with lashings of salt and vinegar. Treats have taken on a whole new meaning! Have a lovely week every one?.

Keep going Shirley I suspect I will have a similar story when I get back tomorrow from our few days away. I’ve enjoyed every mouthful but need to get back on track.

Well, weighed in a day early as i know have not had a good week food wise so start afresh today...up 3 and 3/4lbs.....was no shock......only myself to blame.

Thats nice JoMarch seeing your DS. I'm sure you had a fine time....despite the weather. Saying that yesterday wasnt as bad as predicted. I think we had all the rain during Friday night so dog training was rain free Saturday. Was able to take DGD to the park and the sun was out. According to weather map they say next week will be more settled from Wednesday.

DS home for a flying visit- first time seen in the flesh since late October- soo lovely to see him-and the other thing that has gone flying are my calorie restrictions pro tem. Promise to be back with the programme ASAP.
Given self a non scales victory- tried on outfits for DGS christening and niece’s wedding, and even if I say so myself, not too shabby for an old bird! Just hope both events (June and July) are allowed to go ahead. Hope you are all having as good a weekend as I am!

Hands up,we have just ordered a chinese to celebrate end of week. ?. We are sharing it though and I have just done an hours chores ?. That toasted sandwich sounds lovely !

The green salad negates the rest. And your secret is safe with us ...

Don’t tell anyone folks but today whilst on a short holiday we shared a toasted bacon, Brie and fig sandwich with coleslaw and a green salad yummie. ?

I enjoy breakfast on holiday. My favourite breakfast was in Italy-took the continental breakfast to next level tables of bread,pastries ,meats,fruits,all fresh and absolutely divine?. That said cant beat a good sausage or bacon sandwich,or sausage and bacon,or bacon and egg.........oh dear I'd better go to bed?.