tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2654568138065426769.post6881442973551508755..comments2023-10-11T13:36:40.615+01:00Comments on menopausaloldbag (MOB): As I melt away from Wildebeest to Baby Elephant .........menopausaloldbag (MOB)http://www.blogger.com/profile/04320287770097378027noreply@blogger.comBlogger32125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2654568138065426769.post-53631403566132097962010-05-24T22:24:20.630+01:002010-05-24T22:24:20.630+01:00Rinkly Rimes - welcome and I think your name is ev...Rinkly Rimes - welcome and I think your name is even better than mine! I'll pop over for a read but the diet I am following is just amazing! A true eating plan, not a diet. Good luck with yours.menopausaloldbag (MOB)https://www.blogger.com/profile/04320287770097378027noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2654568138065426769.post-2381984299598283362010-05-23T03:53:31.866+01:002010-05-23T03:53:31.866+01:00I like you 'old bag name! You're nearly ha...I like you 'old bag name! You're nearly half my age but I felt much older at 40 than I do now! I have a wonder diet that I think I'll print on my blog<br /><br /><br />http://jeriatricjottings.blogspot.comRinkly Rimeshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07890344869337115307noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2654568138065426769.post-36453207419810352362010-05-21T15:56:36.862+01:002010-05-21T15:56:36.862+01:00Lena – It’s catching! The RC magazine and web sit...Lena – It’s catching! The RC magazine and web site provides the real inspiration of people that have lost 6 stones or thereabouts; very inspirational altogether. I intend to be one of them – without the magazine shoot that is – couldn’t abide all that exposure. It took so long to get motivated and into the right frame of mind that I won’t be coming off this programme anytime soon. <br /><br />LBD – sorry to hear about the loss of your blog. It was truly an inspirational read. Please don’t let the detractors win – just keep on writing even if it is to a closed blog – you are a tremendously talented writer. Trolls eh? Everyone gets them!menopausaloldbag (MOB)https://www.blogger.com/profile/04320287770097378027noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2654568138065426769.post-77898316880699107832010-05-21T12:09:05.626+01:002010-05-21T12:09:05.626+01:00Dear MOB - thank you SO MUCH for your lovely comme...Dear MOB - thank you SO MUCH for your lovely comment over at my place. It really meant a lot. Unfortunately, I've had to close the LBD blog - hopefully temporarily, but who knows - while I decide what to do. It was inevitable really - I seem to have upset someone. Well, if it wasn't going to be Akela, my long-suffering other half, the local Green brigade, the good people of Melksham, I suppose it had to happen sometime... Am taking a break while I work out what to do. <br /><br />(If I do go back to it, I'll send you an invite so you can get in anyway. Was really lovely to hear from you). <br /><br />XX LBDLITTLE BROWN DOGhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09752176955139690523noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2654568138065426769.post-7241371142637544692010-05-20T19:49:53.467+01:002010-05-20T19:49:53.467+01:00You're an inspiration, MOB. Simple as.You're an inspiration, MOB. Simple as.Helenahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13447013188405986054noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2654568138065426769.post-87867868410535088882010-05-20T17:44:59.907+01:002010-05-20T17:44:59.907+01:00Casdok – I am pretty chuffed myself! Thank God fo...Casdok – I am pretty chuffed myself! Thank God for the almost end of the menopause – the weight is dropping off!<br /><br />Carol – your comment cracked me up! I could picture you fecking things out of your dressing up box all over the place and my can you work those pom poms! Here’s to the next few months and even more weight loss!<br /><br />Lorna-F I look back at old photo’s and see just what a great figure I had and remember that I mostly felt that there was work to do even then. I can sympathise with the arthritis – I know it can be very debilitating as my sister has it. I was immensely frustrated when I hurt my hip and hobbled around carrying this excess weight. I was concerned that post menopause my calcium levels had been too low and that I must have a deteriorated hip joint. I was bereft that I couldn’t exercise for a week! Thankfully it was just lack of use and it is much better now so a good warning to keep eating yoghurt and to exercise to keep the bone density good. Still, swimming is good for arthritic joints – go on, don a hot little number and wow them at the poolside!<br /><br />Marianne – I feel fantastic and yes very positive. It’s the gift that just keep on giving! I haven’t felt this good in years.menopausaloldbag (MOB)https://www.blogger.com/profile/04320287770097378027noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2654568138065426769.post-81632972842393442502010-05-20T10:36:45.074+01:002010-05-20T10:36:45.074+01:00Wow, that's very impressive. You sound so pos...Wow, that's very impressive. You sound so positive and focused.Catherinehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01588437065757203375noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2654568138065426769.post-1920379487128596372010-05-19T23:31:42.346+01:002010-05-19T23:31:42.346+01:00Fantastic achievement, MOB, and -as ever - wittily...Fantastic achievement, MOB, and -as ever - wittily expressed. When I was a teenager I was so skinny that my mother would traipse round Aberdeen with me looking for shoes and boots that would stay on my matchstick pins - sadly, far from the case now! (Well, the pins are still thin - it's the mass of lard balanced on top which is not such a good look!) It is without doubt the exercise thing that's my downfall: I have arthritis too and it's a struggle to fight the pain in order to maintain any degree of flexibility and strength - a losing battle, in my case. When I think of how I used to despair when I was size 12, longing to be size 10. It's madness, isn't it! Once again, many congratulations on your achievement - you're on a roll, kid! xxLorna Fhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10902741383469719107noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2654568138065426769.post-21846617420794206142010-05-19T19:18:01.756+01:002010-05-19T19:18:01.756+01:00*rummage rummage*....*mutter 'where are they?&...*rummage rummage*....*mutter 'where are they?'*...*clothes go flying past my head*...'Ah haaaa'<br /><br />*pulls out pom poms and does a supportive happy dance on your behalf whilst chanting 'You go girl'*<br /><br />I am so proud of you...you are doing brilliantly!!<br /><br />C xCarolhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12327016337976942530noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2654568138065426769.post-60589847547707121702010-05-18T20:03:08.054+01:002010-05-18T20:03:08.054+01:00Brill!! Really pleased for you!
Respect!Brill!! Really pleased for you!<br />Respect!Casdokhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03497897393162856190noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2654568138065426769.post-23373530309122759892010-05-18T14:20:56.998+01:002010-05-18T14:20:56.998+01:00Crystal – what a completely fabulous and kind comm...Crystal – what a completely fabulous and kind comment to leave for me. I was very touched by it. You have always been very supportive and thank you.menopausaloldbag (MOB)https://www.blogger.com/profile/04320287770097378027noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2654568138065426769.post-19084900255894700642010-05-17T17:53:12.484+01:002010-05-17T17:53:12.484+01:00You are truly amazing. I am privileged to be able...You are truly amazing. I am privileged to be able to call you my blogging friend.<br /><br />I also wanted to say a very heartfelt "thank you" for the absolutely lovely comment you left on my recent blog post. I have received some touching comments in the past but yours has to go up there with some of, if not THE, best. And I really mean that. If I could hug you right now I would.<br /><br />Thank YOU.<br /><br />CJ xxAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2654568138065426769.post-73409168482508712552010-05-17T14:19:56.121+01:002010-05-17T14:19:56.121+01:00Robynns ravings – I know that the reason this prog...Robynns ravings – I know that the reason this programme was right for me was the exercise component. Weight Watchers really is like a victim support meeting with no real ‘high’ at the end of it and the great thing about aerobic exercise is that it stifles your appetite so no haring off to binge eat after a class! You can stick to a protein loaded diet if you want but never again for me – that helped to cause my depression and other health problems. Low GI and Dry Fry! That’s the very fellow for me! Hope you find her stuff inspiring as I know you need a lift after your recent troubles. Good luck. <br /><br />Working Mum – I am delighted with my weight loss but I have about the same amount to lose again. It doesn’t seem an uphill struggle though as GI low is the way to go! Good luck.<br /><br />Lane – ta Hen. I am ramped up, coiled for action and one day I’ll be a lean mean weight loss machine!menopausaloldbag (MOB)https://www.blogger.com/profile/04320287770097378027noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2654568138065426769.post-32613945854201115182010-05-16T19:58:30.670+01:002010-05-16T19:58:30.670+01:00Oh wow, that is an incredible achievement!
You'...Oh wow, that is an incredible achievement!<br />You've done brilliantly and I'm sure you'll continue to do so.<br />Go MOB. I'm so impressed.Lane Mathiashttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08147122748453850264noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2654568138065426769.post-70423768176029896852010-05-14T20:22:36.370+01:002010-05-14T20:22:36.370+01:0045lbs is fantastic! Well done you. I know how ha...45lbs is fantastic! Well done you. I know how hard it is when you enjoy food, I'm just embarking on trying to lose a few pounds myself.Working Mumhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16243697047355131343noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2654568138065426769.post-40555815626182347872010-05-11T06:45:58.094+01:002010-05-11T06:45:58.094+01:00Oh I'm SO HAPPY for you!!! Am completely mise...Oh I'm SO HAPPY for you!!! Am completely miserable myself so am off to immediately read about this wonder woman and what it is she offers. This is NO SMALL FEAT! What made this work when nothing else would? Maybe I will discover it when I research.<br /><br />Congratulations you wisp of a thing!Robynn's Ravingshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02619286823020924023noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2654568138065426769.post-20927871788040786232010-05-10T17:06:54.919+01:002010-05-10T17:06:54.919+01:00Aims – I have a long way to go but I am on the rig...Aims – I have a long way to go but I am on the right path. When I found the articles with the before and after pictures I was inspired too. It was just what I was looking for. It is such a different life coming out of depression, so much is achievable. Well, re the book, parts of it have had a major rewrite and it is coming along nicely but thanks for such a great comment. It is always humbling when someone of your writing ability pays me such a compliment. <br /><br />Djan – aw thanks hen! Glad you enjoyed it. Still plugging away at the diet and exercise so all going well for a happy ending. <br /><br />Jeni - 16lbs from Christmas is a brilliant result, you must be feeling great. Walking is a brilliant way to exercise and lose weight. No need for aerobics when you are doing that. You go girl! I know how you feel. Brilliant!<br /><br />Auntiegwen – ah the dreaded scales! A necessary evil. Between myself and himself our weight loss is that of a ten year old. <br /><br />Ibeati – never too late to start! <br /><br />Jennyta – we walk the dogs a lot now but yup, you need a good old effort on the diet – it doesn’t take much! Go on, have a go!<br /><br />Flowerpot - ta hen, I have been remiss in writing regularly. I appreciate your taking off your metaphorical hat to me. Thanks! <br /><br />Valley’s Mam – ah the fridge – my husband only ever saw my arse sticking out of it! Working from home is such a gift but yes the fridge need a time lock on it. It used to be the only exercise I got going from my chair to the fridge and back!<br /><br />Maggie – I completely understand about sticking to a diet and how easy it is to fall off it. I can honestly say that following a low GI diet is the best one I have found so far. Much much better than that blasted induction phase on the Atkins diet – that damn near killed me after years of sticking to it with no results after the initial weight loss. I hate exercise but love the feeling when I am done so I guess it’s a part of my lifestyle now. <br /><br />Wendyytb – thanks very much – takes a bow!<br /><br />Clairedulalune – ha brilliant about the mental comment! Our instructor changed the class last week. Dear God she ramped it up a few notches and that was mental! Everyone bumping into each other as we tried to master the new steps at speed! Honestly it’s worth a try to go to the RC club. Great fun and a supportive bunch of women too. Keeps you on the straight and narrow. <br /><br />Cheryl – thank you so much for such a great comment. I guess Rosemary Conley isn’t international then like weightwatchers is. But is such a simple diet to follow and the exercise truly makes a difference. I’ll be over to see how you are doing these days. Been very remiss in checking blogs – it was a much needed timeout. <br /><br />Tattie – yes St Rosemary of Conley is my new icon! Her programme is truly inspirational. So many happy people and I am one of them!menopausaloldbag (MOB)https://www.blogger.com/profile/04320287770097378027noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2654568138065426769.post-35842266038378055282010-05-10T17:00:22.133+01:002010-05-10T17:00:22.133+01:00Sounds brilliant, MOB - way to go, girl! (Mind you...Sounds brilliant, MOB - way to go, girl! (Mind you, I did blanch at the sentence which said 'no alcohol'... Had to read it twice, but sure enough, it was there. Which is why, I suspect, I'll never be up there with RC.)LITTLE BROWN DOGhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09752176955139690523noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2654568138065426769.post-14917535407450147852010-05-09T21:50:19.232+01:002010-05-09T21:50:19.232+01:00You rock! That is great news. RC is a saint or she...You rock! That is great news. RC is a saint or she will be shortly. As DJAN said that is truly inspirational!Tattieweaslehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10723634612274763884noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2654568138065426769.post-12304757482146005452010-05-08T03:50:13.034+01:002010-05-08T03:50:13.034+01:00This is really inspiring and gives me hope. I'...This is really inspiring and gives me hope. I'm so thrilled to hear that you have found something that not only works for you, but fits nicely into your lifestyle. Way to go, what an accomplishment.<br />I have never heard of Rosemary Conley, but you can be sure I will be checking her out.<br />As always, your posts are so well written, with honesty and humor but still touch a deep nerve within most of us. Thank you for this post. Thank you for your blog. Thank your for you for being you.<br />XXXXXXXXAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2654568138065426769.post-26291263652210712692010-05-07T22:48:44.710+01:002010-05-07T22:48:44.710+01:00WOW! I say, WOW WOW WOW! I'm so pleased you...WOW! I say, WOW WOW WOW! I'm so pleased you've found your way, and feel so much better and healthier. HOORAH FOR MOB!Gone Back Southhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01391620186388562057noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2654568138065426769.post-3366723445853371372010-05-07T18:42:42.353+01:002010-05-07T18:42:42.353+01:00Miss MOB, come on Down! Wooohoooo! Tip of the cap ...Miss MOB, come on Down! Wooohoooo! Tip of the cap to ya! Fantastic, I am so happy to read this, you should feel extremely proud of yourself! I have just started running everyday, and although the first few times were HELL I am getting better and now look forward to it! I was just thinking about getting Rosemary Conley DVD (Is that woman immortal or something, she is ageless!)I was stupid and bought Tracey anderson method, DVD. She is mental, I give it away after trying it once not for me. Good ole Rosey Posey for me! Really good to hear from you MOB and you are incredible, wonderwoman!clairedulalunehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13016107591509306202noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2654568138065426769.post-53932366168752859882010-05-07T13:12:52.540+01:002010-05-07T13:12:52.540+01:00Wow! Wonderful effort and results!Wow! Wonderful effort and results!wendyytbhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11958628213008688022noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2654568138065426769.post-1193768149553030952010-05-07T11:55:34.999+01:002010-05-07T11:55:34.999+01:00I also found that Rosemary worked for me at one ti...I also found that Rosemary worked for me at one time when I was dedicated to the diet.<br />I found the hardest thing was keeping the weight off and sticking to a new way of living (diet) and unfortunately I have piled it back on.<br />Congratulations on your weight loss & I hope you find a way of keeping trim. That is the real secret and I find that hard.<br /><br /><a href="http://granniemay.blogspot.com/" rel="nofollow">Nuts in May</a>Maggie Mayhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06183886005936250976noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2654568138065426769.post-78530009406202389992010-05-07T09:37:29.313+01:002010-05-07T09:37:29.313+01:00Think I need to follow you on that
Since working ...Think I need to follow you on that <br />Since working from home those pounds just pile on <br />I dont walk as much and the fridge is so near as is the post office with all its calorific goodies<br />So I guess I need to go look at Rosemary C tooAnonymousnoreply@blogger.com