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Contributor: Jul!a Jul!a
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Originally posted by BBW Talks Toys
How about with your goals? Getting your fruits and veggies in?



I’ll start by saying that I have done better but am still nowhere near getting all that I need in a day. Some of it is cost, some of it has been lack of desire! ... more
I've been getting veggies as a side wherever I can. I admit it's nowhere near as much as I should be having, but I've been trying.
04/25/2011
Contributor: BBW Talks Toys BBW Talks Toys
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Originally posted by Wondermom
I just started following this club, but I have been bad on my veggies and fruits I just haven't felt like cooking or eating them
Are you a brand new member of the community? How did you hear about the club?
04/25/2011
Contributor: ToyTimeTim ToyTimeTim
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Originally posted by BBW Talks Toys
How about with your goals? Getting your fruits and veggies in?



I’ll start by saying that I have done better but am still nowhere near getting all that I need in a day. Some of it is cost, some of it has been lack of desire! ... more
Fruit, yes. We bought a big bag of apples and I take one to work each day, kinda like breakfast. Veggies are hit and miss.
04/25/2011
Contributor: Kindred Kindred
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Originally posted by BBW Talks Toys
How about with your goals? Getting your fruits and veggies in?



I’ll start by saying that I have done better but am still nowhere near getting all that I need in a day. Some of it is cost, some of it has been lack of desire! ... more
Not sure if you've discussed this before, but growing a garden is a great, cost effective way to have some vegetables through the summer. Plus, gardening can be great exercise.
04/25/2011
Contributor: Wondermom Wondermom
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Originally posted by BBW Talks Toys
Are you a brand new member of the community? How did you hear about the club?
I am a new member and saw the annoucements in my e-mail and on edens twitter, figured I would join in to help encourage myself
04/25/2011
Contributor: Kindred Kindred
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Originally posted by Wondermom
I am a new member and saw the annoucements in my e-mail and on edens twitter, figured I would join in to help encourage myself
Welcome!
04/25/2011
Contributor: BBW Talks Toys BBW Talks Toys
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Originally posted by Wondermom
I am a new member and saw the annoucements in my e-mail and on edens twitter, figured I would join in to help encourage myself
YAY! Glad to know that the emails and tweets are helping!
04/25/2011
Contributor: BBW Talks Toys BBW Talks Toys
Speaking of motivation, what gets you guys motivated?
04/25/2011
Contributor: ToyTimeTim ToyTimeTim
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Originally posted by Kindred
Not sure if you've discussed this before, but growing a garden is a great, cost effective way to have some vegetables through the summer. Plus, gardening can be great exercise.
We are going to grow potatoes and corn this year. I only have a small area for gardening but I hope to expand it when I can afford the tiller and clear some trees.
04/25/2011
Contributor: Kindred Kindred
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Originally posted by BBW Talks Toys
Speaking of motivation, what gets you guys motivated?
Seeing positive results motivates me to want to do even better.

Also, wanting to be healthy for my family motivates me.
04/25/2011
Contributor: Wondermom Wondermom
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Originally posted by BBW Talks Toys
YAY! Glad to know that the emails and tweets are helping!
oh yes, I love reading the eden tweets, great new toys, interesting articles and events
04/25/2011
Contributor: BBW Talks Toys BBW Talks Toys
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Originally posted by Kindred
Not sure if you've discussed this before, but growing a garden is a great, cost effective way to have some vegetables through the summer. Plus, gardening can be great exercise.
For me, that's not an option because I rent, not own, my home. I don't really have a good place to grow a garden without tearing up the lawn that is not mine.
04/25/2011
Contributor: ToyTimeTim ToyTimeTim
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Originally posted by Wondermom
I am a new member and saw the annoucements in my e-mail and on edens twitter, figured I would join in to help encourage myself
Welcome to EF and to the ELH club.
04/25/2011
Contributor: Kindred Kindred
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Originally posted by ToyTimeTim
We are going to grow potatoes and corn this year. I only have a small area for gardening but I hope to expand it when I can afford the tiller and clear some trees.
We usually just do a few varieties of tomatoes, peppers, and squashes. I don't think we have the space for potatoes or corn, but that would be great. I love fresh sweet corn during the summer.
04/25/2011
Contributor: Jul!a Jul!a
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Originally posted by Wondermom
I am a new member and saw the annoucements in my e-mail and on edens twitter, figured I would join in to help encourage myself
Well we're really happy to have you here
04/25/2011
Contributor: sexyintexas sexyintexas
Hi sorry Im late. I am determined to do things better this year. I just planted a vegetable and spice garden and have been 16 days with no Dr. Pepper...grr
04/25/2011
Contributor: ToyTimeTim ToyTimeTim
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Originally posted by BBW Talks Toys
Speaking of motivation, what gets you guys motivated?
Well, I'm not getting any younger. Did you see my belly, that helps, ya know?
04/25/2011
Contributor: Wondermom Wondermom
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Originally posted by BBW Talks Toys
Speaking of motivation, what gets you guys motivated?
wanting to be there for my son as he gets older, he is special needs and I don't want to leave him without support.

I also get motivated by fitting into clothes I love that I didnt fit anymore
04/25/2011
Contributor: Kindred Kindred
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Originally posted by BBW Talks Toys
For me, that's not an option because I rent, not own, my home. I don't really have a good place to grow a garden without tearing up the lawn that is not mine.
You can grow a potted garden, we do that with some tomatoes. You could also probably do it with some other vegetables like peppers.
04/25/2011
Contributor: BBW Talks Toys BBW Talks Toys
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Originally posted by sexyintexas
Hi sorry Im late. I am determined to do things better this year. I just planted a vegetable and spice garden and have been 16 days with no Dr. Pepper...grr
WELCOME doll!
04/25/2011
Contributor: Jul!a Jul!a
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Originally posted by BBW Talks Toys
Speaking of motivation, what gets you guys motivated?
Doing better for myself and for my husband.
04/25/2011
Contributor: BBW Talks Toys BBW Talks Toys
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Originally posted by Wondermom
wanting to be there for my son as he gets older, he is special needs and I don't want to leave him without support.



I also get motivated by fitting into clothes I love that I didnt fit anymore
Wow, homeschooling momma with a SN child?? You are a very strong lady!
04/25/2011
Contributor: Wondermom Wondermom
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Originally posted by BBW Talks Toys
For me, that's not an option because I rent, not own, my home. I don't really have a good place to grow a garden without tearing up the lawn that is not mine.
I have the same problem, we are in an apt and only have a tiny concrete patio. I am going to try growing some herbs this year but I don't have the room for veges or fruit
04/25/2011
Contributor: sexyintexas sexyintexas
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Originally posted by BBW Talks Toys
WELCOME doll!
Hi!
04/25/2011
Contributor: Jobthingy Jobthingy
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Originally posted by Kindred
You can grow a potted garden, we do that with some tomatoes. You could also probably do it with some other vegetables like peppers.
Green beans grow like wildfire in pots.. I know because my daughter grows them on our balcony

Oh and Hi all!
04/25/2011
Contributor: Kindred Kindred
Does everyone keep a daily log to track your progress? I find that helps alot to actually visualize positive results.
04/25/2011
Contributor: Darling Jen Darling Jen
I've lost two pant sizes since August but not all of that was from a 'healthy' change. But I no longer drink soda, rarely even drink sweet tea, rink loads of water, take fiber supplements, control how many starches I get, and eat a LOT more veggies.
04/25/2011
Contributor: BBW Talks Toys BBW Talks Toys
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Originally posted by BBW Talks Toys
Speaking of motivation, what gets you guys motivated?
I liked when I was swimming and my arms were toning up nicely, but the pool's hours do not coincide with my schedule... bah!

The toning in my arms was definitely motivation
04/25/2011
Contributor: ToyTimeTim ToyTimeTim
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Originally posted by sexyintexas
Hi sorry Im late. I am determined to do things better this year. I just planted a vegetable and spice garden and have been 16 days with no Dr. Pepper...grr
"16 days without Dr. Pepper" thats like not having coffee for me. Great will power there.
04/25/2011
Contributor: Jul!a Jul!a
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Originally posted by Jobthingy
Green beans grow like wildfire in pots.. I know because my daughter grows them on our balcony



Oh and Hi all!
My mom grows a ton of green beans and stuff in pots all over our backyard
04/25/2011