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In the next two weeks, I'm going on two vacations. Memorial Day weekend, for 4 days, I'm going to The Wharf in Orange Beach, AL and then 4 days later, I'm going to Seattle with a side trip to Victoria, Canada for, for 8 days. I just hit a milestone, 149 lbs, and don't want to screw up. I want to have fun and enjoy my trips, but I don't wanna backslide. I'm really just wanting some positive reinforcement!

Thanks, ahead of time for your encouragement and positive thoughts!!!

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Have a great time!

All I can say from what you posted is that it seems like you will get a chance to do lots of walking and eat some great fresh seafood. I can't wait to be able to take a long walk on the beach.

Be sure a post some pictures.

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Have fun, put Protein first and don't stress about it too much! Order appetizers instead of Entrees or split something. Take some stand by foods with you "in case" like shake powders or Protein Bars. You can do it!

It's a vacation--be active and make it about the experiences instead of the food, or just CHOOSE the occasional splurge and enjoy that--you can go full force again when you get home.

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I lost over 2 pounds in Maui 3 weeks ago. Just walked a lot, and made sure I was eating the way I normally eat 90% of the time. If I knew I was going to indulge in some carbs or sweets or a Mai Tai or two (;)), I would just eat a little less dinner or lunch. Still had my daily Protein shake for Breakfast (we had a full kitchen in the condo) and brought Snacks like Jerky and nuts in case I wanted to munch. Easy peasy! You can do it! Oh, and keep that Water flowing!

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You'll be fine. Do what the others suggested! And btw, who dat! I'm a NOLA girl too!

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Y'all are great! Being from south Louisiana, food was ALWAYS a social event!!! I'm finally learning how to do things right! Thanks so much for all the kind words and encouragement!!!!

You'll be fine. Do what the others suggested! And btw, who dat! I'm a NOLA girl too!

Love me some Saints! WHO DAT!!!!!

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Well, I only gained one pound on the Gulf Shores trip, which I lost the next day! Go me!!! Tonight, I leave for Seattle on a girls trip for 8 days! I'm gonna do my best!!!!

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Great news!!! I only gained 2 lbs on my 8 day trip to Seattle/Canada. I lost one of those pounds the first day back. I'm pretty happy with my progress! Thanks for the encouragement!!!

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Awesome, and did you have a good time???

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