Addictions & Distractions

fatfree wrote Sep 16, 2008 : I've gone without peanut butter M&Ms for two days. One more day and the habit's kicked, right? Isn't three days the time it takes to rid your body of an addictive substance like candy, soda or ice cream. So far I've only thought about these fo... more »
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Coffee Saga

loveitlite wrote Sep 09, 2008 : I did the deed...ordered the frozen sugary caffinated yum-yum from the cafe near the University.  How cool is it to show up to class with coffee?! It makes the University/Grad School experience.  So I only pulled into the drive thru because I knew ... more »
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Stress cravings

fatfree wrote Aug 27, 2008 : The boy is down for his afternoon nap. I just finished preparing a stew for dinner and now I'm thinking about what I can snarf down. I know I'm not hungry and that this is just a stress craving. We went for a walk, bought groceries for the stew, and ... more »
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I feel different.

Jennifer wrote Aug 17, 2008 : The journaling has been good. But what I am most impressed with is how my mind has calmed a little. I have been really anxious about the whole dieting mentality and hence this has lead me to open my eyes to new things (The Book, the only book, Intu... more »
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Time to make things right !!

Jennifer wrote Aug 05, 2008 : So I want to write something quick and yet do not know what to say. It feels like I am just now talking to a new friend I have not seen in awhile. What to say? I have been frustrated and I do not want sympathy, please! But just wanted to share ... more »
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Now.

Jennifer wrote Jun 11, 2008 : I have received some good words from some buddies and no I am not going to be hard on myself, but truly I have really taken a few steps backwards. I do not know why. I do not feel sad, but it is time to get real. Am I mad? Perhaps a little. Am I ... more »
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Was the moon full this weekend?

Jennifer wrote Jun 09, 2008 : So, how do people who do Weight Watchers handle the OOPS I WENT OVER MY POINTS THIS WEEKEND.  I have to say I like starting on a Friday, because then you can indulge, BUT THEN you must get back on track and start your week like you want to get somet... more »
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A slow and rainy weekend

Jennifer wrote Jun 08, 2008 : I watched the French Open today (7AM) and I absolutely love Rafael Nadal (won in 3 straight sets), but also I really think Roger Federer is one of a kind and a terrific human being. Nadal is so hot! Anyways sometimes winning when there is not much ... more »
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Feed the need

Jennifer wrote May 21, 2008 : Woke up FAMISHED and so I listened to my body and fed it what it wanted and I assume needed.  Eggs/egg whites and whole wheat sprouted grain bread.  It is nearing the grouchy emotional time and I feel I just need to not deny myself what my body mos... more »
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A tortoise and many robins (Happy Earth Day)

Jennifer wrote Apr 22, 2008 : I have to say first off, it is COLD here. Forget about the actual number, the wind is so nasty! Ok. Dealing with this. These reporters from one of the news stations comes up to me the other day and asks me if it is going to storm. I thought he w... more »
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