Weigh In & ANOTHER WWM & Miscellaneous

Another week in the weight loss journey has come and gone, this time affording me a move in the right direction.  During these last few weeks I've been really struggling with staying On Plan, and that has certainly been a reason why I haven't posted as often.  I've been gaining and losing the same 2.5-3 lbs for weeks now.<br /><br />No one, myself included, wants to hear constant re-declarations of "This is it!" and "It's a new week and I'm going to get my butt back in gear!",  only to find out as the week progresses that I'm not doing so well after all.  I need to refocus and get motivated so I can move past the 30 lbs mark.  I need to go back over the Weight Watchers material to refresh my memory of what I'm supposed to be doing.  I know what this is, but I need to re-read it.  I need to see those words in black/white and "hear" it again.  <br /><br />What I have been doing well is exercising, which is probably why the weight gain hasn't been more significant.  My weekly activity goal has moved up a day, bringing me to three total days of activity.  Most weeks, I've even went beyond those 3 days thanks to lunchtime walks with Katie and Meghan, and weekend excursions with Joel.   Girls - you really don't even know how much I appreciate our little walks!<br /><br />Guess what I received two of in the mail this week?  That's right, another Weight Watchers Magazine! <br /><br /><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgPAQU8pCW-sCbooz6k5xE6uU18gEGyiUNLIRIgBubyA3iVQUcUSUnakYB1XxdUURcUj652T5GCGM5aBA6-SXYFmC_Lm-PYun6xVxWmLPDEQTXQs9UxPj0qHnWc-zD_Nni9qsjPL_PNF5E/s1600/weight+watchers+may+2012.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgPAQU8pCW-sCbooz6k5xE6uU18gEGyiUNLIRIgBubyA3iVQUcUSUnakYB1XxdUURcUj652T5GCGM5aBA6-SXYFmC_Lm-PYun6xVxWmLPDEQTXQs9UxPj0qHnWc-zD_Nni9qsjPL_PNF5E/s400/weight+watchers+may+2012.jpg" width="292" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">May/June 2012</td></tr></tbody></table><br />I FINALLY contacted customer service about this, but in the meantime you are going to benefit yet again.  The first person to leave a comment below stating that they want it wins!  Just say you want it then drop me an email with your mailing address (thebigweight@hotmail.com).   <br /><br />This weekend is going to keep me busy between the National MS Walk (there's still time to donate - just click on the button on the right), baby showers and birthday parties, not to mention a wine night with the ladies tonight - I cannot WAIT for that!<br /><br />I'm going to leave you with this ridiculous picture taken last weekend.  We were in Maryland touring some covered bridges and Joel took this pic of me looking up through the floor boards of the bridge.  I can promise you my hair is not <i>that </i>purple!  It was all lighting!<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhslAKvjzk89pcywHmlAhOVRmOofKZD4jFknYpie69kY3xMahAv1aitg0y7fUZHbqFslNCJeOk8uMkBiPht3lIUcZeAeXmFxw3W64K_VIignQ0eje07RaxV75PxpOCHeCVwQELmsc6oo2A/s1600/purple+hair.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhslAKvjzk89pcywHmlAhOVRmOofKZD4jFknYpie69kY3xMahAv1aitg0y7fUZHbqFslNCJeOk8uMkBiPht3lIUcZeAeXmFxw3W64K_VIignQ0eje07RaxV75PxpOCHeCVwQELmsc6oo2A/s400/purple+hair.jpg" width="281" /></a></div><br />Have a great weekend!

Loss Success Walk MS weigh in Weight Watchers Magazine Weigh In & ANOTHER WWM & Miscellaneous

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HG Bananarama Wafer Pudding + WWM

I have two awesome things to share with you today.  What should I save for last??? Hmm.<br /><br />Well, I have another small giveaway offer for you, though not in the traditional blogger giveaway fashion.<br /><br />The folks at Weight Watchers Magazine erroneously sent me two of their January/February 2012 issues.  If you're not already a subscriber to this awesome magazine, I'd highly reccomend considering it as a future investment.  They offer great recipes, inspirational success stories, and a host of other health related info that I actually find refreshing to read, as opposed to a science-laden and "according to ABC study from XYZ university" stuffy publication.<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.popsessive.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/JHud-WW.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="http://www.popsessive.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/JHud-WW.jpg" width="232" /></a></div><br />So, who wants my extra copy?  The first person to comment on this blog stating their can't-live-without-it desires shall be graced with the J-Hud mag on their doorstep.  Simply leave a comment stating you want it, and email me your full name and mailing address (thebigweight AT hotmail DOT com).<br /><div style="color: purple;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><b><span style="color: purple;">**********************</span></b></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;">Up next is this AWESOME Hungry Girl translation of a banana pudding trifle.  This is definitely one of my all time favorite desserts!</div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;">If you love these...:</div><div style="text-align: left;">  </div><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://momandwife.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/11/NannaPudding.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" height="298" src="http://momandwife.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/11/NannaPudding.jpg" width="400" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://momandwife.com/">Courtesy</a>.</td></tr></tbody></table><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;">...then you will <i>definitely </i>find your BPT craving more than satisfied with her PointsPlus friendly version. </div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;">You can find this recipe in Hungry Girl's first cookbook, or on her <a href="http://www.hungry-girl.com/show/moms-favorites-bananarama-wafer-pudding-recipe">website</a>. </div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://ebooks-imgs.connect.com/product/400/000/000/000/000/085/095/400000000000000085095_s4.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="http://ebooks-imgs.connect.com/product/400/000/000/000/000/085/095/400000000000000085095_s4.png" width="264" /></a></div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><blockquote class="tr_bq"><div style="text-align: left;"><b><u>Hungry Girl: <a href="http://www.hungry-girl.com/show/moms-favorites-bananarama-wafer-pudding-recipe">Bananarama Wafer Pudding</a></u> - <i>4 PointsPlus</i></b></div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;"><i>Ingredients</i></div><ul><li>    2 cups fat-free milk</li><li>    1 small (4-serving) package Jell-O Sugar Free Fat Free Instant Vanilla pudding mix</li><li>    24 Reduced Fat Nilla wafers</li><li>    2 medium bananas, sliced</li><li>    Optional topping: Cool Whip Free (thawed) or Fat Free Reddi-wip</li></ul><div style="text-align: left;"><i>Directions</i><br /><br />Combine milk with pudding mix in a bowl. Beat with an electric mixer or a whisk for 2 minutes, or until thoroughly blended. Set aside.<br /><br />In a medium size bowl or 9" X 9" baking pan, arrange a layer of wafers, flat sides down, and then top with a layer of banana slices. Continue alternating layers until all of the wafers and banana slices are in the bowl/pan.<br /><br />Top with the pudding mixture and let it seep down in between the wafer and banana layers. Cover and refrigerate for 2 - 3 hours. If you like, add whipped topping before serving!</div><div style="text-align: left;"><br />MAKES 6 SERVINGS</div></blockquote><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;">**There is still time to <a href="http://the-big-weight.blogspot.com/2012/01/its-giveaway.html">enter to win</a> a Zipfizz sample pack and water bottle!</div>

Hungry Girl Weight Watchers Magazine HG Bananarama Wafer Pudding + WWM

I have two awesome things to share with you today.  What should I save for last??? Hmm. Well, I have another small giveaway offer for you, t...

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