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Countdown to Christmas Challenge - 30 days until Christmas - Saturday 25th November 2023 (week eleven of fourteen)

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Hello, The Countdown to Christmas is a challenge to self. If you want to give up bread or mince pies, follow a food plan, drop a dress size, lose a few pounds or reflect on life’s blessings please join us. How was your week? Last push to achieve our goals.

We hope to have a programme of events for discussion and this week are looking at detoxing, healing, beauty and bathing. Do you pamper in preparation for Christmas? Is there a little sparkle added to you life this week?

Coming up in December

2/12 onwards Advent,

9/12 Your story of Christmas

16/12 Jobs for the big day

23/12 Happy Christmas/feedback

Have a great week!

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Gizmocat profile image
GizmocatModerator13kgMaintainer

Wow week 11. One month until the big day.

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lea57-49rMaintainer3st 7lbs in reply tomoreless

Hi everyone,

Starting weight for challenge: 10st 9lbs

Weight this week: 10st 3lbs

Weight lost this week: 1lb

Total weight lost: 6lbs

It has been a really busy week. I hope everyone has a great week in the week ahead. I've a birthday next month along with all the Christmas festivities. I will try to watch the total amount that I'm eating each day.

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Hopalong13 stoneChallenge Host in reply tolea57-49r

Well done, lea, smashing weight loss. How are you doing towards Christmas? Is your calendar starting to fill up? I f you scroll down a bit we are talking about pampering ourselves a bit to help with the stresses of the holiday season. What works for you? All the best x

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Lytham3 stone in reply tolea57-49r

Doing great Hun! X

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lea57-49rMaintainer3st 7lbs in reply toLytham

Thank you.

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Howdy modelers x

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Moreless that should have said!!

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You've got to love predictive text! :D

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lovefabricMaintainer3lbs in reply tomoreless

Thanks moreless. Lost the 0.25 lb I'd gained, so trying to keep goimg. Hope everyone else is doing well.

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Hopalong13 stoneChallenge Host in reply tolovefabric

Well done on a loss, lovefabric . I have had a couple of trips out this week, but showed a loss today. I find with the winter cold am thinking of warming foods, more carbs. Will have to watch that. All the best for the week ahead xx ❄️❄️🕊️🕊️💗💗

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lovefabricMaintainer3lbs in reply toHopalong1

Yes, really important to watch out for those. Difficult to go out for a run or anything at the moment, but I've just been clearing some snow! Have a good week too.❄️

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morning moreless

I’m doing okay. Can get into one dress. Not sure how next month will go! I’ve got my daughters birthday, a lovely breakfast to go to, my 70th birthday which I know there’s a meal planned, an afternoon tea and a Chinese! All before Christmas!

The plan is to be careful, if I manage it, for the next two weeks and try to lose a bit more. Then go careful on the days nothing is planned and just enjoy myself. Only be 70 once after all.

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Hopalong13 stoneChallenge Host in reply to191253summer

All the best for your birthday, 191253summer . Yes, I have tried to tell myself Christmas is just one day, but my calendar is fairly filling up too. I am spacing a little better than the four outings I had in one week, one year and a 4lb gain or was it 7lb? Eek! But you know three of my friends have passed away now and I am glad I have those days to look back on, completely sozzled, deep with joy. Perhaps we can buddy up and be good for two weeks x 😊😊Keep posting how you go on.

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191253summer2 stone in reply toHopalong1

I agree you need the memories it’s far more important than a few gained pounds that can be lost again.

Great idea to buddy up. Be good to keep focused for the next two weeks.

Good luck

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Hopalong13 stoneChallenge Host in reply to191253summer

That's lovely, Buddy x 😊😊

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191253summer2 stone in reply toHopalong1

Thought I’d share yesterday with you.

We have home cooked fish and chip’s Saturday. My hubby and son had fish,chips and bbq baked beans. I had fish, loads of veg and 2 chips! Proud of myself. Don’t weigh until tomorrow but hoping it’s helping.

Hope you’re doing okay as well Hopalong1

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Hopalong13 stoneChallenge Host in reply to191253summer

That's true restraint, bravo. We had our new fence completed and celebrated with a whiskey or two yesterday. We are cooking a ham today, on special offer at Sainsbury's this week. I am sat in my jammas, but about to dress and launch myself at the old fence with a lump hammer for kindling. Have a great Sunday and keep posting. Love Jan xx

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191253summer2 stone in reply toHopalong1

Ham sounds lovely. Good exercise breaking up the old fence.

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Momo53Maintainer2st 7lbs in reply to191253summer

Wow you have got a lot planned before Christmas but I am sure that with care you will keep on track. Enjoy your 70th I had mine this year too.

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Hopalong13 stoneChallenge Host in reply toMomo53

I thought you were 53, Momo53 . I will stop behaving like your big sister 😂🤣 xx

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😂😂😂xx

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Lytham3 stone in reply to191253summer

Have a great birthday, I'm sure you'll make some good choices x

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misstippytoes

Evening hopalong, I hope you're feeling great. I'm feeling so much better this weekend and looking forward to spending a chilled day with my daughter. I'm not focusing on the number on the scales thus week, just focusing on mindful eating and getting some dreaded ironing done. Have a great weekend

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Hopalong13 stoneChallenge Host in reply tomisstippytoes

I think this is a good way to be with the scales at this time of year. I went to a prediabetes class once(2019) and we ate one raisin in our mouths for as long as we possibly could, taste smell, texture and bits I have probably forgotten. Do you rest you fork between mouthfuls? I hardly iron anymore. Just special occasions and sometimes not then. When the kids were young I used to iron to Shania Twain, they know every word. "From this moment!" 🎼🎵🎶🎙️🎸🎹Have a good week, Bun xx😊😊

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191253summer2 stone in reply toHopalong1

What a brilliantly idea. I think I eat too fast. Going to give slower a try.

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Hopalong13 stoneChallenge Host in reply to191253summer

Great to see you on x

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GizmocatModerator13kgMaintainer in reply toHopalong1

Ooh. I did one of those prediabetes courses and the mindfulness thing. I think we had a square of chocolate if I remember. We had to see how long it would last😂. I think that's something to try as I do tend to eat fast.

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PippiRuns3kg in reply tomisstippytoes

I plan my meals and snacks and try to be intentional about my eating. I think it resembles what you call mindful eating?

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Lytham3 stone in reply tomisstippytoes

So happy you're feeling much better x

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WineHost7 stone

I am still plodding on... 38%of the way to Mordor... Whilst walking outside made the appointment on Monday I am going to be having pink highlights done 🌸

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Hopalong13 stoneChallenge Host in reply toWine

How fab, a kind of blush wine 😊😊I am going to have red glitter nails on Friday and shaped brows. My nail technician should be a counsellor, I come out feeling truly cleansed. 💗💗

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WineHost7 stone in reply toHopalong1

That's sounds fantastic... Need a photo of those nails that colour sounds amazing

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Hopalong13 stoneChallenge Host in reply toWine

👍👍

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PippiRuns3kg in reply toWine

Keep plodding 🏃‍♀️Learning how to run is one of the best things I’ve ever done for myself.

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Lytham3 stone in reply toWine

Oh that'll be nice for Christmas x

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WineHost7 stone in reply toLytham

What do you think I always like the back

Pretty in pink was a great movie wasn't it
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Lytham3 stone in reply toWine

Wowzas! Go girl! X

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Hopalong13 stoneChallenge Host in reply toWine

Looking good!

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PippiRuns3kg

Good morning Hopalong and everyone in the Countdown to Christmas Challenge.

Christmas presents for husband and son are taken care of. Now it’s just my daughter and my parents. 🎁

This week’s detoxing/beauty/bating theme is not my thing. I’ve never tried detoxing (have never seen any evidence that it is healthy), rarely wear makeup and have never been to a spa.

A spa might be something I would like to try at some point, but with my poor body image, I’m not sure I would feel comfortable. And a friend isof mine who went for the first time recently came back disappointed.

What are your spa experiences? Is it lovely, relaxing and invigorating? Or just awkward and disappointing?

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Hopalong13 stoneChallenge Host in reply toPippiRuns

Your point of view is as valid as any, Pippi. I detoxed for a week and lost 7lb, but like anything, you have to stick with the programme and low carb is my thing, with coffee! 🤣😂

Here is a meditation detox from Dr Alejandro Junger

mindbodygreen.com/articles/...

Scroll to the cloud bit, takes 5 mins x😊😊

ps off upstairs to get detox books! Thanks for motivating me x

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PippiRuns3kg in reply toHopalong1

😆 anytime!

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191253summer2 stone in reply toHopalong1

Going to look at that link does sound interesting

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Etriker67Restart April 2024 in reply toHopalong1

Very good information. I've been doing short meditations (spiritually-based) for the past 2 weeks, 3 or 4 times a day, and it is helping with so many things!

I'm more focused and less stressed.

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misstippytoes in reply toPippiRuns

Morning, I genuinely think you are me by another user name! I also rarely wear make up and have never been to a spa. I go to the hairdressers twice-ish a year and even then its always the same one who I've gone to for years. Maybe I should make some of these my challenges for 2025. Have a glorious weekend x

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PippiRuns3kg in reply tomisstippytoes

My relationship with my hairdresser is exactly the same 😀

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191253summer2 stone in reply toPippiRuns

So with you. I haven’t been to a spa, although May go next year before my daughters wedding with her and my daughter in law, we will see.

Never detoxed and rarely wear make up.

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PippiRuns3kg in reply to191253summer

If you go to the spa with your daughter and daughter in law, I hope it will be a lovely experience. Perhaps we are missing out on some wonderful things

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Lytham3 stone in reply toPippiRuns

I'm with you on the Spa but we'll never say never x

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Hopalong13 stoneChallenge Host in reply toLytham

Home spa, can we spare two slices of cucumber for our eyelids? 🥒🥒💗💗🕊️🕊️❄️❄️😊😊

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I plan my christmas eating well in advance so that I dont go over board or feel deprived. I dont drink but will have two mince pies on christmas eve, a small christmas dinner with pudding and cream and christmas cake on boxing day,one generous slice. I dont aim to lose weight Christmas week but I plan to not gain either.

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Hopalong13 stoneChallenge Host in reply toHectorsmum2

Thanks for this Hectorsmum2 . I too have a plan for Christmas food, 30 days. I know who is coming when. I am giving up mince pies until Christmas Day this year. We are having a cheese course instead of Christmas pudding on the big day. I am thinking of a Kick the sugar thread for two weeks from the 2/1/24( moreless ). All the best and keep posting 😊😊

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morelessAdministrator7 stone in reply toHopalong1

Wow, you're keen! :)

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Hopalong13 stoneChallenge Host in reply tomoreless

Throw away the Quality Street, or even better don't buy a big tub!

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WineHost7 stone in reply toHopalong1

I will as well... It will kick-start my new year... Brilliant idea

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Hopalong13 stoneChallenge Host in reply toWine

Great, Poppet xx😊😊❄️❄️🕊️🕊️💗💗

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Etriker67Restart April 2024 in reply toHopalong1

I'll join that thread!

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Hopalong13 stoneChallenge Host in reply toEtriker67

Your on, my friend. It would be an odd world if we didn't speak now daily xx😊😊👍👍

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PippiRuns3kg in reply toHopalong1

I’ll join you in kicking the sugar!

Lytham profile image
Lytham3 stone in reply toHectorsmum2

Planning not to gain is a great plan x

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lovefabricMaintainer3lbs in reply toHectorsmum2

Good plan.

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GizmocatModerator13kgMaintainer

Christmas planning? Err haven't started yet. I have some Christmas meals in the next couple of weeks so I need to be careful and try and make healthy choices.

I try not to buy Christmas goodies but there may be some from work so I try and ration them or give them away. The rush up to Christmas is usually too busy to pamper myself. I rarely wear makeup except when I go out. I did a spa day about a year ago at a local Health club which was lovely. I had a massage which was very relaxing. We swam and went in the jacuzzi and steam room. Then had a light lunch as part of the package. I would like to do it again.

I've stuck to logging my food this week and the brighter weather has helped me feel less hungry so I have made better choices and had another small loss. Now I need to keep it up before the Christmas meals start.

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191253summer2 stone in reply toGizmocat

I have a box of heroes upstairs, for the grandchildren but feel I may well eat some. I have been good with chocolate since May, not really eaten any so hoping I’ve kicked that craving.

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GizmocatModerator13kgMaintainer in reply to191253summer

That is the problem isn't it. I could easily not buy chocolate and not eat it but there are always treats for my grandson in the house. It's hard to resist when we know they are there. If I start eating them I crave more so its better not to eat any at all.

Keep them hidden away so you are not tempted. Let's keep the cravings away.

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Hopalong13 stoneChallenge Host in reply toGizmocat

Well done on the logging. I have a gym pass for my birthday. I used to go to sauna & steam, jacuzzi and swim, to help my arthritis. Have a blast this week xx💃🕺🪩🪭💃🕺🪩🪭

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GizmocatModerator13kgMaintainer in reply toHopalong1

I keep meaning to rejoin the health club. I was a member before covid then cancelled it. I haven't got round to rejoining as it's quite expensive and I need to make sure I use it enough to justify the cost. With work and my 3 year old grandson I don't have enough time. Maybe it will be my new year resolution 🤔

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Hopalong13 stoneChallenge Host in reply toGizmocat

Same, my dog, Roy, and I can walk at a moments notice. It's a big bag of kit, buses and a huge chunk of my day. It is lovely, but it takes some thought. Maybe a few day passes is enough xx💃🕺🪩🪭💃🕺🪩🪭

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GizmocatModerator13kgMaintainer in reply toHopalong1

I didn't have a dog then either. Now that takes up a lot of time. The club is easy for me to walk to but still needs prebooking for classes. I'm not sure about swimming now. It used to need booking and I'm not often able to book in advance. Its easy to just go for a walk with the dog 🐕

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Lytham3 stone in reply toGizmocat

Well done on the loss Hun x

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WineHost7 stone in reply toGizmocat

Brilliant week... Its great when we have them well done

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ProgressoverperfectRestart June 2024

Afternoon peeps,it's absolutely gorgeous out there today! A bit chilly mind,but a 5 mile run warmed me up and blew the cobwebs away 😊 the numbers don't seem to be shifting but I am feeling fitter when I'm running and I'm not getting too hung up on the scales.In terms of pampering I have treated myself to some hydrating face masks to try and I had some new nails last week. I've also bought my outfit for the 2 Christmas do's I've got. I couldn't decide between the handkerchief hem dress or the jumpsuit so I bought both!!!

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191253summer2 stone in reply toProgressoverperfect

outfits sound good.

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Hopalong13 stoneChallenge Host in reply toProgressoverperfect

I am in my Christmas outfit, something I wasn't when we started the Countdown. Have worn it twice and feel glittery and fab in a subtle way. Good running. Don't forget a picture for us in your mask! Having my nails done is a real treat for me. Makes me feel really feminine 😊😊All the best for the week ahead xx 🪭🪩🕺💃🪭🪩🕺💃

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Lytham3 stone in reply toProgressoverperfect

Buying both, I love your style chick! X

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lovefabricMaintainer3lbs in reply toProgressoverperfect

Well done on running in this weather. Both those outfits sound lovely.

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Bubbe012

Now that Thanksgiving is behind us, I'm looking forward to the next holidays we will be celebrating - Chanukah and Christmas. My goal for the next 30 days is to continue to lose the weight I put back on over the course of last year (thankfully, not all of the 50+ lbs I lost a few years ago, but enough to make me uncomfortable and clothes too tight) I'm now down slightly over 2-1/2 lbs. I feel like I'm getting more and more in control of my eating - I feel so much better - both physically and mentally! My focus has been a lot clearer and I've been a lot more productive as well. I'm on a good path right now, just plan to continue. Happy Holidays!

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Hopalong13 stoneChallenge Host in reply toBubbe012

Hi Bubbe, Good to have you on. I am about 4st off, but three times have got to 6 stone off. I have a health problem and hungry meds, but the Countdown has helped me, undoubtedly. Happy holidays and keep sharing your pearls of wisdom xx😊😊💃🕺🪩😊😊💃🕺🪩🪭

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PippiRuns3kg in reply toBubbe012

Good job, Bubbe 🌺 The way you are dealing with the many holidays you are celebrating! I’m impressed

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Lytham3 stone in reply toBubbe012

Well done for getting back on track! X

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GosportNancy29

My best friend (he was also my flatmate for 9 years) died last November 25th and I lost my mother to Alzheimer's in February this year. This last few years have been a time for noticing and being joyful around the little things that are now the big things.

My goals are really daily goals as I to start on plans when I wake up and then end the day in a reflective mood. So..no adnance plans made for this next holiday period except bookingmy groceries up till the end of the year

Bananas ready for binning lol
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Hopalong13 stoneChallenge Host in reply toGosportNancy29

Hi Nancy, I think it is hard to lose people in the run up to Christmas. Well done seeing the joy. I lost my Mum and Dad in the Christmas Hols. I had to keep going for the kids, mercilessly needy and they now keep me going. I am on every day if you want to chat. Love Jan x

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PippiRuns3kg in reply toGosportNancy29

Sorry for your losses, Nancy. It’s a difficult time of year to deal with lost loved ones. Sending you healing thoughts ❤️‍🩹

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Lytham3 stone in reply toGosportNancy29

Sorry to hear about your losses, take care x

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Momo53Maintainer2st 7lbs

Hi Hopalong, I don't do spa's and detoxing unless you count dry for January and Sober for October which I regularly do. I do however take care of my hair and nails and follow my aunts advice not to go out of the house without lipstick on although I don't know why because I rarely wear any other make up. Not long now to the big day.😄😄x

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Hopalong13 stoneChallenge Host in reply toMomo53

I would call Dry January and Sober October a detox, once again "we are not worthy" 🤣😂When I had my daughter I was a bit blue and my Auntie said "take a tip from me and put your face on every day" and I try. But more than that, I hear her voice every time I get my make up bag out. Spooky! I am going to do some serious planning this weekend and then card writing, usually start 1/12 xx🪭🪩🕺💃🪭🪩🕺💃

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Momo53Maintainer2st 7lbs in reply toHopalong1

Hi Hopalong, Its funny how things that something someone once said stays with you for years isn't it. I have done all my Christmas shopping now except for my grandson but I haven't wrote my cards yet. Interesting that you start on the 1st December, I always put decorations up on he 13th. When I was a child we lost a sister who's birthday was the 13th December so every year after we put the decorations up on her birthday to include her in Christmas and now 50 years larer I still do the same thing. Hope you have a lovely weekend. Enjoy Stickly and Celebrity.😊😊x

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Lytham3 stone in reply toMomo53

Oh I never leave the house without lippy either! X

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Etriker67Restart April 2024

Good morning!

I'm happy to report that my weight is down from my last official weigh-in! Not a lot but still, down! Honestly, I was expecting a small gain after Thanksgiving.

This moderate carb plan appears to be working for me.

We're still planning for Christmas. Our family gathering will be on the 23rd, this year, at my daughter's house.

Hopefully I'll be in my caravan by then (she got more than a few direct "hints" on Thanksgiving! Lol.).

I didn't do any formal workout, yesterday, and, in fact, I had a rather lazy day, other than getting my laundry done.

I'll get back to my workout plan today, though.

My challenges (yesterday): To track EVERYTHING! 👍

To avoid excess carbs and added sugar. ✅

Move more during the afternoon/evening. ✖️

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Hopalong13 stoneChallenge Host in reply toEtriker67

I am in awe that you didn't show a gain after Thanksgiving. How brilliant are you!?!?!? I hope to go to my daughter's on the 26/12/23. I just have to brooch it with her😊😊25/12/23 is at mine. I hope you get properly moved, but as they say on Love Island, "it is what it is". Keep doing what you are doing xx

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Lytham3 stone in reply toEtriker67

All losses are great losses! X

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Hopalong13 stoneChallenge Host

I have to confess as far as Strictly is concerned, I fell asleep until annabel and jojo performed,  Lytham ,  BridgeGirl ,  Progressoverperfect and  Momo53 and all xx 🪭🪩🕺💃🪭🪩🕺💃

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Hopalong13 stoneChallenge Host in reply toHopalong1

Angela has such great legs 💃💃🕺💃🕺🪩🪭

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Hopalong13 stoneChallenge Host in reply toHopalong1

Bobby was ok x

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BridgeGirlAdministrator2 stone in reply toHopalong1

Ellie should have woken you up!

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Hopalong13 stoneChallenge Host in reply toHopalong1

Elli and Vito continue to be superb xx 🪭🪩🕺💃🕺🪭🪩

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BridgeGirlAdministrator2 stone in reply toHopalong1

Angela wasn’t great, she’s for the dance off.

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Hopalong13 stoneChallenge Host in reply toBridgeGirl

Nigel and Annabel are my bottom two xx

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BridgeGirlAdministrator2 stone in reply toHopalong1

Nigel and Angela for me, on tonight’s performance

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Hopalong13 stoneChallenge Host in reply toBridgeGirl

Head judge BG, you were right👍👍 I will miss Angela

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Lytham3 stone in reply toHopalong1

Oh I've just seen this, I think my notifications have gone AWOL!! X

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Hopalong13 stoneChallenge Host

Sunday 26th November 2023 - 29 days until Christmas

I expect most of us enjoy a long soak and it's restorative properties. Sometimes I have cramp and put Epsom salts in the tub. Also have lovely Miniml bubble bath, very good for sensitive skin and refillable.

Have had hands on healing at a spiritualist chapel. It was just after Dad died, a while ago now. It was possible to feel the heat of the giver's hands although they weren't actually touching. About eighteen months later I bumped into one of the healers at Asda and had a chat. Just as we parted she said "Glad you are healed". I had put it down to time passing, but who knows. I also sat in a healing circle, focusing on making things better, sending out healing. I liked this because sometimes there are awful things happening in the world and I am just one small person hoping for a change. What are your experiences you can share I wonder? Wishing you a peaceful Sunday x 🕊️🙏🙏😊😊

Healing and bathing
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Etriker67Restart April 2024

Hmmm. I'll have to think about this topic.

I need to get ready for church right now.

My challenges (yesterday): To track EVERYTHING! ✅

To avoid excess carbs and added sugar. ✖️

Move more during the afternoon/evening. ✅

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Hopalong13 stoneChallenge Host in reply toEtriker67

Well, thought provoking is what I'm going for 😊😊 Good efforts with your challenges x

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Hopalong13 stoneChallenge Host

Monday 27th November 2023 - 28 days until Christmas

Balancing chakras can have a positive effect on physical, emotional and mental wellbeing with regular practice. There is probably something in your day that helps with this balance. I walk my dog and listen to music. Perhaps you do yoga, tai chi, meditation or relaxation. Here is 15 minutes to have a go, hope you enjoy it x

bing.com/videos/riverview/r...

Balancing your chakras(energy centres)
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Etriker67Restart April 2024

Lately I've been listening to a spiritually-related meditation every morning. I think I'll add more sessions throughout the day. They aren't long but they help with stress. A lot!

I had too many carbs, again, yesterday, but no added sugar, so that's good.

My challenges (yesterday):

To track EVERYTHING! ✅

To avoid excess carbs and added sugar. ✖️

Move more during the afternoon/evening. ✅

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Hopalong13 stoneChallenge Host in reply toEtriker67

Hello Etriker67 , Hope you are having a good day. I too had a sausage roll(pastry) and leek and potato soup for lunch. Two carbs. Moving is a great stress, you are doing really well 😊😊. All the best for the week x

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Tuesday 28th November 2023 - 27 days until Christmas

20 minutes of pamper

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How do you feel about massage?
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Etriker67Restart April 2024 in reply toHopalong1

I'm the only person I know who doesn't care for massages!

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Hopalong13 stoneChallenge Host in reply toEtriker67

I like Indian head massage and reflexology, but otherwise not xx😊😊👍👍

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WineHost7 stone in reply toHopalong1

I had an head massage and that was brilliant I don't fancy a body one though I would feel vulnerable

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Etriker67Restart April 2024

I did well yesterday, but I didn't get as much done as I wanted to. I'll get more done today though.

My challenges (yesterday): To track EVERYTHING! ✅

To avoid excess carbs and added sugar. ✅

Move more during the afternoon/evening. ✅

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Hopalong13 stoneChallenge Host in reply toEtriker67

Well done on hitting your three goals, Etriker67 . Keep at it! x 😊😊

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Hopalong13 stoneChallenge Host

Wednesday 29th November 2023 - 26 days until Christmas

Exercise and its benefits?
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Lytham3 stone in reply toHopalong1

Oh I better get some presents wrapped 🎁 x

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Etriker67Restart April 2024

Yesterday was so-so. Too many carbs and sugar.

Today is another day!

My challenges (yesterday): To track EVERYTHING! ✅

To avoid excess carbs and added sugar. ✖️

Move more during the afternoon/evening. ✅

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Hopalong13 stoneChallenge Host in reply toEtriker67

I have had a day off. Seeing friend for two hours tomorrow . Normal service resumed Friday. Well done on your ticks x

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Hopalong13 stoneChallenge Host

Thursday 30th November 2023 - 25 Days until Christmas

Happy Thursday!
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Hopalong13 stoneChallenge Host in reply toHopalong1

Fancy a detox?

bing.com/videos/riverview/r...

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Etriker67Restart April 2024

Had a decent day yesterday.

I got out some of my Christmas decorations, even though I'm supposed to be moving soon. These will be easy to transport, so I'm not too worried about them.

My challenges (yesterday): To track EVERYTHING! ✅

To avoid excess carbs and added sugar. ✅

Move more during the afternoon/evening. ✅

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Hopalong13 stoneChallenge Host in reply toEtriker67

Good ticks ✅✅✅We usually decorate for the 12 days of Christmas. But because you and I started thinking about Christmas on the 16/9/23 🤣😂, I am tempted to get out a few garlands and twinkly lights ❄️❄️It was frosty today. All the best, Buddy xx

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WineHost7 stone in reply toHopalong1

I put my tree up 2 weeks ago

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Hopalong13 stoneChallenge Host in reply toWine

When the kids were young we had a real tree very early because of the excitement and had to throw it out on boxing day! Now Roy attacks the baubles and we have decs on high 🤣😂x🎄🎄🕊️🕊️❄️❄️💗💗

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WineHost7 stone in reply toHopalong1

It's so great to have a tree 🎄🎄🎄🎄🎅🎅🎅🎅😊

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WineHost7 stone in reply toEtriker67

Fantastic

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Hopalong13 stoneChallenge Host

Friday 1st December 2023 - 24 days until Christmas ❄️❄️😊😊🕊️🕊️

Having a pamper...
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Etriker67Restart April 2024

Yesterday wasn't too bad. I stuck to my eating plan and got a few things done.

More to do today!

My challenges (yesterday): To track EVERYTHING! ✅

To avoid excess carbs and added sugar. ✅

Move more during the afternoon/evening. ✅

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WineHost7 stone in reply toEtriker67

What a beautiful day well done 🥳🥳🥳🥳🥳

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Hopalong13 stoneChallenge Host in reply toEtriker67

Am in awe of you and you sticking to your goals. Keep on, keeping on xx

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Hopalong13 stoneChallenge Host

Best NSV is my rings fit x

Little bit of me time and glitter
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WineHost7 stone in reply toHopalong1

Fantastic

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Hopalong13 stoneChallenge Host

Thanks for your support this week. Our post for next week can be found on

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Let's smash it! 😊💗😊❄️😊🕊️😊🎄😊x

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