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Viva Mexico
« on: August 30, 2012, 08:42:49 AM »
Hi Friends! I just returned from Mexico last evening and my sisters wedding was beautiful. We all had a wonderful time and enjoyed our 9 day vacation to "paradise".  Few things to mention: all inclusive vacations are nice and they are inexpensive but boy did I struggle for 9 days. I had such a hard time finding things to eat. For the most part I stuck with salads, cheeses, and meats I could identify but the language barrier was horrible. Next to no one could answer my questions about how things were prepared and as we all know Mexican food is traditionally based around CARBS CARBS CARBS. So I am here to confess that I did fall off the wagon slightly while I was there . And guess what it was not even worth it, it tasted horrible. I could not wait to get back home to eat "my food : ) I gained 4lbs , I guess the alcohol did not help the cause either. But on a positive note, I am back on track and do not want to be faced with that situation ever again. I am attaching some pics from the wedding hope you enjoy! I am the first on left in first pic,  and the second from left in jumping pic ( we all look alike lol )

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Re: Viva Mexico
« Reply #1 on: August 30, 2012, 09:09:32 AM »
Welcome home Steph...beautiful girls!  8)
Keep The Faith, Stay The Course, Spread The Word on Facebook and Twitter  8)

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Re: Viva Mexico
« Reply #2 on: August 30, 2012, 09:28:16 AM »
What great pics! They are so beautiful ;) Looks like you had a great time ;) All will be well,you know what to do.

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Re: Viva Mexico
« Reply #3 on: August 30, 2012, 09:46:21 AM »
Welcome back, Stephanie.  Everyone looks so happy.  I'm glad it was a good trip.  Now, back to reality!

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Re: Viva Mexico
« Reply #4 on: August 30, 2012, 12:48:03 PM »
Welcome back, Stephanie!!! :) :) :) :)

Sounds like it was a wonderful wedding and the ladies look simply gorgeous! :)

There's no need to feel guilty about slipping a bit when traveling outside the U.S..
It can be a major challenge. But you did great under the circumstances.
If you did not know what you've learned from FTS, you might have gained 10 or more pounds. :o

Somewhere in your life's journey, you're very likely to be challenged again.
What's important is that regardless of what happens, you know what to do to get back on track.
And as long as you get back on track ASAP, you'll avoid getting FAT! :) :) :)

A word about alcohol... It elevates triglycerides in the blood.
The more you drink, the more elevated they'll become.

The body will "feed" on triglycerides before it resorts to using its own fat stores.
When you combine that with eating more carbs than you should, weight gain is almost inevitable.

Just so you know what to expect, (my doctor told me) it takes the body 3 full days after we stop drinking to completely metabolize them.
During this time, weight loss is not likely to resume.

Knowledge is power!
You're gonna do great, Stephanie!

Tony
What you do today is what matters!




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Re: Viva Mexico
« Reply #5 on: August 30, 2012, 12:53:31 PM »
Stephanie  those  4 pounds will come now that you are back home .
You looked very pretty all of you did




You can have excuses or results you cant have both !

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Re: Viva Mexico
« Reply #6 on: August 30, 2012, 01:59:19 PM »
Pictures are beautiful!  Those pounds will drop off in no time.



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Re: Viva Mexico
« Reply #7 on: August 30, 2012, 04:28:14 PM »
Welcome back, Stephanie!!  What beautiful pictures  :)   You all look like you had a wonderful time making memories  ;)

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Re: Re: Viva Mexico
« Reply #8 on: September 02, 2012, 04:24:05 PM »
Thanks friends! We did have a great time and made memories that will last a lifetime! I am also happy to report that those 4lbs I gained while there have come right back off in 4 days I have been home! Thank heavens for FTS : ) here's to the next 20lbs I want to lose : )

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Re: Viva Mexico
« Reply #9 on: September 03, 2012, 04:21:24 AM »
Everyone looks like they are having such great fun.  Woo hoo on the 4lbs gone.



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Re: Re: Viva Mexico
« Reply #10 on: September 03, 2012, 12:23:11 PM »
Thanks friends! We did have a great time and made memories that will last a lifetime! I am also happy to report that those 4lbs I gained while there have come right back off in 4 days I have been home! Thank heavens for FTS : ) here's to the next 20lbs I want to lose : )

HOORAY, STEPHANIE!!! ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D

FTS will always be there for you when you need it! :)

Tony
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Re: Re: Viva Mexico
« Reply #11 on: September 03, 2012, 03:54:45 PM »
Thanks Tony!!you are so encouraging!

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Re: Viva Mexico
« Reply #12 on: September 05, 2012, 01:47:16 PM »
Good for you Stef! ;D