My 13 weeks of Weight Watchers passes arrived two weeks ago, and I quickly stuffed them in our green secretary until things around here calmed down.� Last night it occurred to me as I looked at this week’s schedule (Valentine’s, the Mister’s birthday, and parties at my parents and my inlaws for Nicholas) that the perfect time is most likely the day after the end of the world.� I kind of want to lose weight before then, so I decided to sign up today, Friday the 13th, because that’s the kind of rapscallion I am.
Low and behold, the Weight Watchers closest to me is next door to The Avenue, a plus-sized clothing store with the most cockeyed name in fashion and merchandising. I want to meet the thin, white male who decided to name a plus-sized clothing store after a wide street or thoroughfare. I imagine him brainstorming business concepts with a buddy over lunch at Hooters.
Bob, what do you think about a clothing store for women with thighs as wide as streets? I can call it The Avenue, get it?
Brilliant idea, Frank. Can I put my Weight Watcher’s next to it?
Sure, Frank. And while we’re at it, let’s call Roy and see if he wants put a Del Taco on the corner pad in the parking lot. Win, win, win, is what I like to say.
So I went in and everyone was very nice and friendly.� Of course, every single woman in the center had to comment on the PHENOMENAL DEAL I got on my coupons.� That they have NEVER SEEN SUCH A DEAL IN ALL THEIR WEIGHT WATCHERS YEARS.� And, of course, HOW DID YOU GET SUCH A DEAL AND CAN I� GET ONE, TOO?� The collective roar my coupons garnered annoyed me somewhat so it was with great satisfaction that I replied, even louder, THANKS!� I GOT THEM 3 DAYS BEFORE MY HUSBAND GOT LAID OFF AFTER 10 YEARS OF DEDICATED SERVICE.� YAY ME.� Now weigh me, Sally.
She weighed me, and while I didn’t break any springs on the scale, I did I pop a blood vessel when she wrote my weight down.� Awesome.� At their recommended two pounds a week weight loss I should be at goal the day before the end of the world, technically still within my goal, but a bit of a disappointment.� Not one to be deterred for long, I grabbed my new member materials, squeezed into my folding chair, and started to read.� Would you believe there is fine print that says family members over 50 are not allowed to ask how you are doing on your diet even if they read your blog and only just now discovered you were thinking about Weight Watchers?� Well, believe it.� Ahem.
Despite registering on the unluckiest day of the year to sit weekly with a bunch of coupon crazed, overweight people, I am feeling optimistic.� In fact, not even the smell of wet rain mixed with Del Classic Chicken Burritos could shake the feeling of excitement I had when I left. I even had divine confirmation. I wasn’t paying attention when I pulled out of the driveway and went right when I should have turned left. This added 10 stop lights to my trip home, but instead of delaying me, every light on my way home was green or turned green as I drove up. The only red light I hit (out of 15) was in front of the church where I grew up–the church where the Mister and I got married 9 years ago.� It’s like God was telling me I made the right decision and, figuratively speaking, was giving me the green light.� My sense of direction still sucks, but at least I’m on the right path.
Love the irony there Jules! :) that is too funny…never thought of the avenue thing…that is kind of an odd name, huh?
so, your friends under 50 are allowed to ask how you’re doing?? ;)
I’m blogging about my weight loss and it’s working for me about 1/2 the time. So, no great weight loss…life just keeps getting in the way. best of luck!
Everyone can expect weekly Baby Hippo Love updates from this point forward, whether they want them or not. ;)
I started WW when I was 23 and have continued for the last 5 years. I went to my first meeting, cried and went on to lose 20 pounds in 3 months. It was the best feeling the day I walked out of there.
I look forward to hearing about your success.
REMEMBER:
Nothing tastes as good as skinny feels.
Love It! The story I mean. That is just how I imangine things to go down in regards to where places of business are located. Same with magazine ads. Thanks again for the great writing:) And Happy Valentine’s Day!
It sounds like you and an interesting and inspiring day. I just recently lost a little weight and I was very motivated. My husband and I were a team, and another married couple were a team. We dieted for 10 weeks and had a weekly weigh-in. Nothing is motivation like being weighed in front of your hubby and friends.
The team that lost the most PERCENTAGE at the end of the week won. The loser had to put $10 in a pot. At the end of the 10 week diet, the couple that lost the most total percentage won the $100. Motivating! Now a group of girls in my office are doing it together. 10 weeks was long enough that I changed my eating and exercising habits.
That being said – enjoy Valentine’s Day first. It sounds like you and your hubby have a great relationship, and despite the recent downfalls, you have a great opportunity on your hands. CELEBRATE!
best of luck!
You forgot to tell the folks at home about Bob and Frank’s good buddy Joe who opened up honeybaked ham, located on the other side of weight watchers – or is it no longer there?
Keep a positive attitude and you will kick booty!
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You’re on the right path! My fav was reading how they came up with “Avenue” and the fine print about your mom. Ha!!!!
I forgot all about the Honey Baked Ham! Yup, still there. Bastards.
I guess the first battle is just showing up? I know that is always the hardest part for me. I love your pictures, and I look forward to seeing you succeed!
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Do you have a no Derek ‘s with mustaches clause too?
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Have you noticed how friggin CLOSE TOGETHER those WW chairs are???? Are they trying to make a point THAT WE ALREADY KNOW BECAUSE WE ARE HERE?? Anyhoo, I just got back from my Saturday am meeting and am mortified because I decided to “share” today AND ALMOST CRIED.
There is definitely something in the water there to make people sappy.
But I really like the leader and it keeps me coming. I hope you find someone who has a sense of humor who leads because it definitely takes the sting out of it.
Jen, YES. Those chairs are obscenely close together. At my center, you can’t slip a piece of paper between two chairs without tearing it.
My old Weight Watchers was next door to Ben and Jerry’s. Bleh.
I love that title and I can’t wait for the updates. You are a strong woman. I admire you! You can totally do this.
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I know a lot of people who weight watcher really helped. I think it’s a good program. Good luck to you!