Such a busy few weeks. My life has been out of whack--- toddler with the croup, then a cold & me with a tummy bug & now this week jury duty & working my fill-in job & a certain "friend in for a visit".
Did I mention that it was my hubby's birthday yesterday? So I went to Costco with my friend Amy & we decided to lunch there.. I should have gone for the salad. I went for the Chicken Bake-- it sounded innocent enough!
Wrong! Let's just say my system reminded me why I should not be eating that. It was not a pretty sight or feeling!
Anyway --- had a sliver of my hubby's birthday cake & my gag reflexes kicked in. I had to chug about 40 oz of water to remove the taste from my mouth.
Anyway--- the devil is in the details right? Or is it from chaos there comes order?
Anyway I have come this far & I am not going to let one bad day screw it up!
Back on to the eating schedule-- it really is the key!
Wednesday, January 27, 2010
Thursday, January 14, 2010
Sidelined by a toddler with the Croup
16 Lbs gone in a wek & a half --- & my toddler with the croup sidelined it all!
No cheats but so off eating schedule & water schedule for the day. That was yesterday and let me tell you I feel a difference-- in my breathing in my general well being--- in my self doubt!
He is with my folks for the day so I can catch up on work & get my OP foods prepared for the rest of the week & through the weekend.
So I just went downstairs this morning & started prepping--- first making my sausage--- added fresh chopped green onions & let it set in the fridge for 30 minutes to absorb the flavor. then on to prepping all the carton of strawberries. Instead of just what I needed.
Did I mention how much I love strawberries? That & fresh Pineapple--- the taste are heavenly!
Anyway folks came to pick my little man up & Dad was "supervising" while I made the sausage.
He was very interested in my program. I offered to give him a sausage to try but they were not ready before the folks left. I might take one to him when I pick up the dude this afternoon.
Anyway-- I am on track with meal three--- I have found that I need to space the earlier meals every 2-2.5 hours ( from the start of the last one) to make sure I have them in.
If I go over that I end up at only 4 meals a day.
Anyway-- off to make cabbage rolls--- can't wait! I am going to let them simmer in the crock pot while I run errands.
I snapped a picture of the crab cakes I made two days ago--- I added it to the gallery (or will within the next 5 minutes).
I'll have to snap a picture of the cabbage rolls too!
Friday, January 8, 2010
Woman on am mission
That is the title that I am wearing this morning. Yes! Of course the program is a mission, but I am going to tackle the garage to find my 6WBMO Binder.
Oh yeah! Down another 1.5 lbs. YAY!!!!!
Wish me luck--- will post more later.
Oh yeah! Down another 1.5 lbs. YAY!!!!!
Wish me luck--- will post more later.
Wednesday, January 6, 2010
Wow!
Doing well so far--- just taking time for myself, not that I am being selfish but putting my needs last has landed me where I am now!
I am down another pound today. My body has really fallen back into the eating schedule again--- it knows it is time for breakfast--- I am off to make it maybe I'll do better with the omelette this AM. (See picture in gallery)
I need to get a few things that I didn't get yesterday. So cold here--- 20 degrees presently. I'm going with the curly hair today, so I have to wait until it air dries.
My son just asked me "where are we going?" I said where do you want to go? He said "Sonic". I am trying to break that habit for him as well.
If I do go it will be only for an unsweetened tea. Anyone that knows me--- knows I love my unsweetened tea.
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Okay never got around to posting earlier, busy day stayed on plan except for a small bite of Austin's chicken --- big mistake--- it was like my stomach said--- " Not in Here!!!". Lesson learned!
I have no gallbladder thanks to a removal at the age of 24--- after a round of Nutri-System.
I followed that plan to the letter hit a 25 lb plateau and even got called into the office for a "heart to heart" which ended with them asking me what I was afraid of, when it comes to losing weight. I kept saying I was doing the plan as written but they did not believe me.
I showed them, I ended up having stones due to all the checmicals in their food within the month I stopped the program. Wish I would have found this plan all those years ago, instead!
So that brings me to my question of the day--- is it worth it? "What are you afraid of " still resonates in my head--- If I aim to lose 15-19 lbs a month, I am only limited by my own works.
Is this momentary nibble worth the set back in hard work? Is the reward of smaller sizes, better heath, more stamina, all around well being & improving my asthma worth a minor set back?
I say no--- tomorrow I have to go retun some clothes the Lane Bryant--- I will be so happy the day they no longer know my face in there!
I received $150.00 in gift cards from there for Christmas. I bought a pair of dress pants, and some sweaters & a shirt. I have only worn the pants & I made a promise to myself I will not buy the size I am in ever again!
I am taking the tops back & getting two more pair of pants in the next size down. I may get one in one size smaller & another in yet again another size smaller.
They can be altered while I am losing until the day I just step out of them for good.
I have a dear friend who once told me about her Mom when she was in college. She was on a date and out walking and the elastic in her underwear snapped. As her underwear was falling down she made the decision to keep her head held high & do not draw attention to it but continue walking without looking back. the date never noticed and she had a great story to pass on--- Thanks B!
I am chosing to do what my friend's Mom did--- keep my head held high and keep walking out of the garmet which no longer serves a purpose!
I even find myself browsing online at places like Ann Taylor & Banana Republic. I keep thinking I may order a reward outfit, if I find the right price & style. It helps keep you focused when you window shop the normal size clothes as you go through stores.
I did a lot of prep tonight for my veggies & sweet potatoes. I used my new Food processor I got for Christmas-- it is a ten cup monster & does it ever make my life easier. It was like I was looking around going what can I throw in here next.
I even made my homemade salsa. I am hoping it will be as good as the last batch. I still smell like cilantro-- man! I love that stuff.
Well goodnight All! I am off to fight my hubby for the covers. For some reason he thinks he & the floor on his side of the bed deserve more covers that I do!
Go figure!
I am down another pound today. My body has really fallen back into the eating schedule again--- it knows it is time for breakfast--- I am off to make it maybe I'll do better with the omelette this AM. (See picture in gallery)
I need to get a few things that I didn't get yesterday. So cold here--- 20 degrees presently. I'm going with the curly hair today, so I have to wait until it air dries.
My son just asked me "where are we going?" I said where do you want to go? He said "Sonic". I am trying to break that habit for him as well.
If I do go it will be only for an unsweetened tea. Anyone that knows me--- knows I love my unsweetened tea.
______________________________
Okay never got around to posting earlier, busy day stayed on plan except for a small bite of Austin's chicken --- big mistake--- it was like my stomach said--- " Not in Here!!!". Lesson learned!
I have no gallbladder thanks to a removal at the age of 24--- after a round of Nutri-System.
I followed that plan to the letter hit a 25 lb plateau and even got called into the office for a "heart to heart" which ended with them asking me what I was afraid of, when it comes to losing weight. I kept saying I was doing the plan as written but they did not believe me.
I showed them, I ended up having stones due to all the checmicals in their food within the month I stopped the program. Wish I would have found this plan all those years ago, instead!
So that brings me to my question of the day--- is it worth it? "What are you afraid of " still resonates in my head--- If I aim to lose 15-19 lbs a month, I am only limited by my own works.
Is this momentary nibble worth the set back in hard work? Is the reward of smaller sizes, better heath, more stamina, all around well being & improving my asthma worth a minor set back?
I say no--- tomorrow I have to go retun some clothes the Lane Bryant--- I will be so happy the day they no longer know my face in there!
I received $150.00 in gift cards from there for Christmas. I bought a pair of dress pants, and some sweaters & a shirt. I have only worn the pants & I made a promise to myself I will not buy the size I am in ever again!
I am taking the tops back & getting two more pair of pants in the next size down. I may get one in one size smaller & another in yet again another size smaller.
They can be altered while I am losing until the day I just step out of them for good.
I have a dear friend who once told me about her Mom when she was in college. She was on a date and out walking and the elastic in her underwear snapped. As her underwear was falling down she made the decision to keep her head held high & do not draw attention to it but continue walking without looking back. the date never noticed and she had a great story to pass on--- Thanks B!
I am chosing to do what my friend's Mom did--- keep my head held high and keep walking out of the garmet which no longer serves a purpose!
I even find myself browsing online at places like Ann Taylor & Banana Republic. I keep thinking I may order a reward outfit, if I find the right price & style. It helps keep you focused when you window shop the normal size clothes as you go through stores.
I did a lot of prep tonight for my veggies & sweet potatoes. I used my new Food processor I got for Christmas-- it is a ten cup monster & does it ever make my life easier. It was like I was looking around going what can I throw in here next.
I even made my homemade salsa. I am hoping it will be as good as the last batch. I still smell like cilantro-- man! I love that stuff.
Well goodnight All! I am off to fight my hubby for the covers. For some reason he thinks he & the floor on his side of the bed deserve more covers that I do!
Go figure!
Monday, January 4, 2010
Monday-- POP pure & simple
So I got my head around the information again.... I have misplaced this notebook as well. I am going to feel like a big ole idiot calling for another notebook.
Since the flood in August & the water leak in November everything that was on the second floor has been boxed up. I fear it might have been thrown away.
Anyway off to take Austin to the folks & to the store to get some supplies.
Here is to a good day & God Bless you & help me on this journey!
Since the flood in August & the water leak in November everything that was on the second floor has been boxed up. I fear it might have been thrown away.
Anyway off to take Austin to the folks & to the store to get some supplies.
Here is to a good day & God Bless you & help me on this journey!
Wednesday, December 30, 2009
I'm Slack!
A new year--- a new beginning.... no more excuses. I am going to do it. I have lost some weight, bought some smaller clothes & reasoned myself to have just a bit of this, just a little of this added.
Next thing you know, those new smaller sizes are getting snug & I am sick & tired. I let months of work slip & now I can not afford to let his happen again.
Today I saw the Kellogg Special K Challenge commercial several times "01-01-10 The Challenge Begins"--- I am borrowing it and changing it a bit to be "01-01-10 The Real Me Begins".
I know who I am and I feel too many people make assumptions of who I am because they feel that they can pigeon hole me because of my weight. I feel my husband's family dismisses me because of my weight. It does not matter what I do or have done in my life to them.
It all comes down to I am not a "size two" and anything that I have to say or do is not as important as someone who is of an acceptable size.
I am not longer going to just be dismissed or allow my opinions be second fiddle to anyone else when it comes to my life & my family.
I am a clean slate... 2010 is My Year!
Next thing you know, those new smaller sizes are getting snug & I am sick & tired. I let months of work slip & now I can not afford to let his happen again.
Today I saw the Kellogg Special K Challenge commercial several times "01-01-10 The Challenge Begins"--- I am borrowing it and changing it a bit to be "01-01-10 The Real Me Begins".
I know who I am and I feel too many people make assumptions of who I am because they feel that they can pigeon hole me because of my weight. I feel my husband's family dismisses me because of my weight. It does not matter what I do or have done in my life to them.
It all comes down to I am not a "size two" and anything that I have to say or do is not as important as someone who is of an acceptable size.
I am not longer going to just be dismissed or allow my opinions be second fiddle to anyone else when it comes to my life & my family.
I am a clean slate... 2010 is My Year!
Saturday, May 16, 2009
Friends Network
I am e-mailing certain friends who have had their own struggle with
this battle.
this battle.
You are my support team! I love you guys!
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