I stoped smoking cause I got COPD AND I smoked for 40 year's
from when I went to the hospital to now I have not had a smoke [one year]I still
crave them but I don't want to die either

much love....Suzie

--- On Wed, 8/20/08, Kathryn Talley <alleykat8078@...> wrote:
One of the things that I did to stop smoking was to make a list of everything I
would do if I got a craving for a cigarette.

honey find another job!!!!!!!!!!!!! it sound like the job is bad for you health
and  the bean's are going to make you gain a lot too so you need a whole new
life syile

much love....Suzie

--- On Wed, 8/20/08, vero_kute <vero_kute@...> wrote:
i have a job that doesnt allow me to move about. i end up sitting in one place
from 7am to 6 pm. my schedule is so tight that i barely have time to even eat.

Hi Kim
you can do it you just need a little help if you feel the need to talk Im here 
ok *HUG's*

much love....Suzie

--- On Thu, 8/21/08, Kimyata Goines <goineskimyata@...> wrote:
Hi, my name is kim and iam thinking about starting diet on monday i just need
the encouragement

hi. i just started my special k diet over today. i do like the meal
bars too. when i go back to work i will probably start to buy those
again. i love the chocolate peanut butter. i have'nt tried the waffles
yet. are they good?

> --- On Wed, 8/20/08, jacquic39 <jacquic39@...> wrote:
>
> Good morning..... Are you aware that special K makes waffles too?
>

Breast feeding mom's please remember that you're caloric intake needs to remain
higher then a non-breastfeeding mom.  You're baby is taking from you.
But any type of nutrition that is good for you will be good for the baby and
will help set the patterns of eating for that child.
Special K isn't made up of any bad foods so it's good for you and the baby.
I would stay clear of sugar substitutes and fake foods, but otherwise you should
be fine.  I am not a doctor, but I feel this is pretty cut and dry and I am a
Mother of 4 beauties. So, feel comfy in know that I am experienced. 
Have a super weekend!

Liz
Liz -e

----- Original Message ----
From: breemarini <breemarini@...>
I am also a breastfeeding mother, with two children, trying to drop the extra
pounds.

hi kim, i'm sarah. i weigh 260 so i can sympathize with how you feel,
i started my diet today. i am soo tired of being plus size.i use to
weigh 240 but gained weight when i got sick. i had gillian barre, it
makes you numb all over, so i could'nt even walk by myself for a
couple of months. unfortunately though i could still eat. lol. anytime
you need someone to chat with feel free to im or email me. i use yahoo
messenger  adabekka

--- In SpecialKgroup@yahoogroups.com, Kimyata Goines
<goineskimyata@...> wrote:
>
> Hi, my name is kim and iam thinking about starting diet on monday i
just need the encouragement i weight 270 lbs was 250 went on a 7 days
cruise and gain 20lbs i need 2 lose 50lbs that would be great any good
wotds would help
>

Hey i kinda feel, the same way, i have lost 10 lbs., but man its hard to stay
committed lol, so an extra push from someone with the same goals would be nice.
anyone in michigan ?

--- On Thu, 8/21/08, Kimyata Goines <goineskimyata@...> wrote:
Hi, my name is kim and iam thinking about starting diet on monday i just need
the encouragement

Hi everyone. I am new to the group. I am a 59 year old woman who has
just lost 36 pounds. I want to be able to learn and help others who
need to lose weight.
I need the motivation now to keep this weight off. I do walk on my
treadmill each morning from 45 minutes to an hour. I do some weight
lifting for about 2 days a week.
I find that it is a lifestyle not just some quick fix to get the weight
off and keep off.
I am only 5 feet tall, so any pounds gained sure show.
It started out as sort of a dare to me, as I was about to be put on
high blood pressure pills, which I said no to. I told the doctor I
would lower it myself through diet and exercise. He sort of said, " I
don't think so". Well, He was shocked and pleased when I went back in
and he took BP and it was within normal range...I told him, do not ever
tell me never. I feel great, look better and am happy with the results.
So, hopefully you all can keep me on the right track and I can be of
some help to you all.

You can do it girl!!!!  You have to see what I got down too.  The key
is to stick to it.

--- In SpecialKgroup@yahoogroups.com, Kimyata Goines
<goineskimyata@...> wrote:
>
> Hi, my name is kim and iam thinking about starting diet on monday i
just need the encouragement

THANKS FOR RESPONDING SUZIE. WHERE IN CA DO YOU LIVE? I LIVE IN ALTA
LOMA, AM A 37YR OLD SINGLE MOTHER AND LOOKING FOR A SUPPORT GROUP AND
POSSIBLY A BUDDY TO WORK OUT WITH. YOU CAN E-MAIL ME AT
bettyslostlivin@... HOPE TO HEAR FROM YOU SOON, VICTORIA

--- In SpecialKgroup@yahoogroups.com, Suzie Col <canodyrbc@...> wrote:
>
> you just did it honey by asking so Hi I am Suzie
>
> much love....Suzie
>

Hi, my name is Sara.  I have lost about 50 lbs in the last 2 years and
have found about 10 creeping back on. I find it really difficult to do
it alone and I always need a "jumpstart" and I think the Special K
programis perfect for that.  I work full-time at a YMCA and have great
access to workout programs, but have a hard time motivating myself to
work out where I work.  I have 2 kids who keep me very busy but I am
open to any suggestions, success stories or ideas that anyone can
share.  Looking forward to all of it!

I am really unhappy with the way I look. I went from a size 5-7 6 years
ago to a size 13!!! I have gained about 40 pounds and have never been
this overweight. I don't like the way anything fits and I cannot let
myself gain another pound. I am starting the challenge tomorrow and the
gym to speed up the process. My goal is to loose it all, although I
will be happy with loosing at least 30 pounds although anything I loose
will be great at this point. I just hope to stay motivated to reach my
goal.

Hi, I'm Jennifer. Wednesday Aug 20 was my first day on the diet. My
goal is to lose 30 pounds.

Hi Jennifer, You can do it. You have to think positive, and take each
day at a time. We all have slip ups, but as long as you get right back
on track you will see results. No, it is not easy, but so worth it in
the end. Hang in there and good luck to you...
>
> Hi, I'm Jennifer. Wednesday Aug 20 was my first day on the diet. My
> goal is to lose 30 pounds.
>

good for you honey and we can help by just talking to eachother
about how we are doing oh yeah Iam just one of the meny here trying to lose it I
am Suzie and I am 57 and I am on this cause of my health
welcome Veronica *HUG's* and good luck

much love....Suzie

--- On Fri, 8/22/08, veronicac518 <veronicac518@...> wrote:
I am starting the challenge tomorrow and the gym to speed up the process. My
goal is to loose it all, although I will be happy with loosing at least 30
pounds although anything I loose will be great at this point.

A lot of people are talking about starting this challenge because they hate the
way they look. Thats not a good reason. If you hate the way you look, when you
lose some weight, or reach your goal, you are just going to find something else
that you think is wrong with your body
and for most people, that leads to binge eating to feel better, which leads to
massive weight gain, and then you're right back were you started. I should know,
it took me a while to love who I was but know that I do, the weight is
practically falling off. So before you start this program, learn to love you for
you. A very smart woman once said self esteem isn't everything, its just that
there's nothing without it. :-)

I don't know if you have access to the stuff at your work then WHY NOT use
it????????? but on the other YOU GO GIRL you lost 50 pounds good for you

much love....Suzie

--- On Fri, 8/22/08, sarad1974 <sarad1974@...> wrote:
Hi, my name is Sara. I have lost about 50 lbs in the last 2 years and
have found about 10 creeping back on.

well good for you honey I am 57 and the only reason I stared this
diet is cause I got sick last year and I too am only 5 feet tall I have lost 30
pound's but it has taken me a year to do it I now am 215

much love....Suzie

--- On Fri, 8/22/08, pat5778 <pat_0449@...> wrote:
Hi everyone. I am new to the group. I am a 59 year old woman who has
just lost 36 pounds. I want to be able to learn and help others who
need to lose weight.

you go girl!!! woo  good job on losing that weight.  don't give up. change the
music on your mp3 player, work out to different music.  thats great that you do
weights as well as walking, maybe you can send me your workout.  maybe walking
can get redundant maybe you could try aerobics, 30 min walk and 30 min aerobics
you don't need a gym there are videos.  i also read that you can jog 2 min and
sprint 30 sec.  i guess about 15-20min, that burns more fat.  i guess it's like
a car it wastes more gas when stop and go than on the highway.  but keep up that
workout spirit.  me i plan to start tomorrow,  but right now I'm excited for
you!    brenda

hi my name is nichole.I'm trying to start a diet to lose about 50
pounds,doyou have any encouraging words

My name is Lisa and I am new to this group.  I have been struggling
with my weight for a long time and have tried everything from pills
to "buy your food" weight loss companies.  I am also a mom and I work
full time.  I love to eat, and I also eat when I am bored or
frustrated, which is problematic for busy women like us.

I am hoping to make some new friends and receive some support as well
as give it.

Let's talk soon!!

Lisa

hello and how r u
i hope that u r doing well. i'm 58 years old , and just started one month ago
walking just walking i will keep going until i reach my goal . hope u do the
same
c u later
yours
eissa

Hi,  I have the same problem as u, just had a baby, and eat out of
bordem, I have tried everything, I did go on weight watcher and I did
lose 22 lbs, but gained 10 back,but that is the only thing that seemed
to work temporiarly     any suggestion, let me know

--- In
SpecialKgroup@yahoogroups.com, "Lisa Snider" <sniderlisa@...> wrote:
>
> My name is Lisa and I am new to this group. I have been struggling
> with my weight for a long time and have tried everything from pills
> to "buy your food" weight loss companies

yes!!!!!!!!! let's all do it together
much love....Suzie

--- On Sun, 8/24/08, nicky627d <nicky627d@...> wrote:
hi my name is nichole.I'm trying to start a diet to lose about 50
pounds,doyou have any encouraging words

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I'm elisabel and I'm 21 year's old just had a baby his 4 month's old
and my goal is to lose 15 to 20 pound's

Hi every one my name is Jessica and I'm new to the special K diet, so I
don't know were to start or how it works if some one could give me some
ideas it be great!

So my name is elisabel and I want to lose 15 to 20 pound by december I
don't know if it's possible or not but that's my goal .I just had a baby
boy his 4 months so I really want to look good for next summer my
husband is going to take us to hawaii and I must look my best in the
bikkini so this is my first time in this challenge so any tip's that
yeah can give me well help thank ya if there is any one from okc that
want to be my buddy your more then welcome to help thanks.

Hello everyone. I thought I would give an introduction of myself since
this is all new to me. My name is Elaine and I'm a college student at
Northern Illinois Univeristy in Dekalb, Illinois. I'm beginning my
semester to a wonderful start. I also thought about changing my health
habits and thought this would be a challenge for me that I want to
accomplish. I health habits are not the best so if anyone can point me
in a direction on where to start off firt, that would be fantastic.

I love the Special K cereal and bars, ..

Im trying to lose about 50 pounds, I have done it before..but because
of life situations,..I gained it back.

I signed up for a buddy with another email address, thanks..

Melissa