Scale was down .7 again this morning. That's motivating!
I have some new smaller goals in place to keep me trucking over the next couple of weeks.
1. Just under 2 weeks until our next picture day. I'd LOVE to be in the next decade by then. That's 4.5 pounds to lose in 2 weeks. Doable, if I work hard at working the plan.
2. 27 pounds to lose before I get in the "Healthy Weight" range on the charts. That's really encouraging to me! I've had my brain so set on "Another 50+ pounds to go" that I was starting to lose ground. 27 pounds is less than I've already lost. That's exciting!
3. Make this eating lifestyle fit our budget. I have got to find a way to decrease the spending because I can't keep spending twice the budget every week. There has to be a way.
4. Keep praying for a way to get a hold of Dr. Stoll's materials on plant-based eating. I'm really looking forward to reading through his materials.
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Wednesday, November 27, 2013
Friday, November 1, 2013
Hello Juice Fast...Hello New Decade!!
The past couple of weeks have found me struggling with eating habits. While having company, I did well preparing meals that were healthful. Still, I overate when it came to grains and oils, leaving me feeling sluggish.
We also went out to eat several times. I was able to make fair choices from the menus but the salt and oils really make an impact on me when I'm doing that frequently. Topping all that off, the last night we went out, I chose a chicken sandwich to go with my greasy fries and onion rings. By the next day, I was a completely slug.
One of the great things we did during our visit was to watch one of our favorite family films, Fat, Sick, and Nearly Dead. I was reminded of my intentions to do a 10 day fast ever 3 months to reboot, boost my immune system, and jolt my body with nutrients. After the last couple of weeks, I was ready. David, of course, was overjoyed. He's been dying to go back to juicing for weeks.
Yesterday was day one. The first juice was great. The second, green juice, just as awful as I remember. The third, still mildly gross. But, I got them all down, we went shopping for more produce last night, and I'm committed to the 10 days. Gulp.
I've never done more than 4 days and that was rough. I'm pretty sure my crabbiness over the taste of the juices is connected with some detox issues.
Upside is that I am FINALLY down to the NEXT DECADE!!!!! A couple of goals I had for doing this fast is:
1. To get solidly into and through this next decade swiftly. I lingered way too long in that last decade and I needed a push to get that scale going again.
2. Cleanse my body from the excess crud that's gone in that last couple of weeks.
3. Prove to myself that I can do it. I need to conquer my mind and my gag reflex.
4. Fit into a few clothing items I bought this week that are just snug enough to get me excited about shedding a few more pounds. :D
So, after seeing the scale down 2.6 pounds this morning, I'm feeling confident about hitting the juice for another day. :)
We also went out to eat several times. I was able to make fair choices from the menus but the salt and oils really make an impact on me when I'm doing that frequently. Topping all that off, the last night we went out, I chose a chicken sandwich to go with my greasy fries and onion rings. By the next day, I was a completely slug.
One of the great things we did during our visit was to watch one of our favorite family films, Fat, Sick, and Nearly Dead. I was reminded of my intentions to do a 10 day fast ever 3 months to reboot, boost my immune system, and jolt my body with nutrients. After the last couple of weeks, I was ready. David, of course, was overjoyed. He's been dying to go back to juicing for weeks.
Yesterday was day one. The first juice was great. The second, green juice, just as awful as I remember. The third, still mildly gross. But, I got them all down, we went shopping for more produce last night, and I'm committed to the 10 days. Gulp.
I've never done more than 4 days and that was rough. I'm pretty sure my crabbiness over the taste of the juices is connected with some detox issues.
Upside is that I am FINALLY down to the NEXT DECADE!!!!! A couple of goals I had for doing this fast is:
1. To get solidly into and through this next decade swiftly. I lingered way too long in that last decade and I needed a push to get that scale going again.
2. Cleanse my body from the excess crud that's gone in that last couple of weeks.
3. Prove to myself that I can do it. I need to conquer my mind and my gag reflex.
4. Fit into a few clothing items I bought this week that are just snug enough to get me excited about shedding a few more pounds. :D
So, after seeing the scale down 2.6 pounds this morning, I'm feeling confident about hitting the juice for another day. :)
Monday, September 30, 2013
Sunday, September 29, 2013
Sunday check-in
So, for the week, I'm down 2.4 pounds. I'm really happy with that considering how much I strayed from the plan. It just shows how well this works for me!
I also figured out that I'm only 10 pounds away from getting out of the Obese category with my weight. That is really exciting!! I think it's a far reach, but I would love to meet that goal by our next weigh in on October. 10 pounds gone in 11 days? Yeah, that's a little crazy. But, you never know. ;)
I'm newly motivated to hit the exercise hard with regularity. If I can see the pounds come off being my normal lazy self, then I should see some great improvement by adding in some exercise. The weeks ahead look to be less busy so that leaves me time and room to put my health at the front page for a bit.
I'm also seeing that despite the pounds coming off, I'm not losing inches like I want. Up top, I'm getting smaller, for sure. My hips and belly are still in the way, though, and I'm not going down in sizes like it seems I should with the weight loss. Focusing on T-Tapp will be a big help to see the inches come off. I want to see myself comfortably in the next size down by weigh-in next month. I'm going to work hard toward that goal. What's the use of losing 30-ish pounds if you're still able to wear the same (even if baggy) clothes you wore 30 pounds earlier??
We had a great hike with the family today. I wore the baby and we hiked for a total of 2.5 hours. Gorgeous day for it, too!
I'm resting today due to several of the little girls having colds. I'm finally feeling like I've recovered from our busy weeks earlier this month, gotten over the head-cold pressure I was feeling earlier in the week, and I'm ready to take on life again. Really ready. :)
I also figured out that I'm only 10 pounds away from getting out of the Obese category with my weight. That is really exciting!! I think it's a far reach, but I would love to meet that goal by our next weigh in on October. 10 pounds gone in 11 days? Yeah, that's a little crazy. But, you never know. ;)
I'm newly motivated to hit the exercise hard with regularity. If I can see the pounds come off being my normal lazy self, then I should see some great improvement by adding in some exercise. The weeks ahead look to be less busy so that leaves me time and room to put my health at the front page for a bit.
I'm also seeing that despite the pounds coming off, I'm not losing inches like I want. Up top, I'm getting smaller, for sure. My hips and belly are still in the way, though, and I'm not going down in sizes like it seems I should with the weight loss. Focusing on T-Tapp will be a big help to see the inches come off. I want to see myself comfortably in the next size down by weigh-in next month. I'm going to work hard toward that goal. What's the use of losing 30-ish pounds if you're still able to wear the same (even if baggy) clothes you wore 30 pounds earlier??
We had a great hike with the family today. I wore the baby and we hiked for a total of 2.5 hours. Gorgeous day for it, too!
I'm resting today due to several of the little girls having colds. I'm finally feeling like I've recovered from our busy weeks earlier this month, gotten over the head-cold pressure I was feeling earlier in the week, and I'm ready to take on life again. Really ready. :)
Wednesday, September 25, 2013
New Goals
I've reset my weight loss goals. In reading Dr. Furhman's book, he gives a formula for ideal weight.
I realize that this can't be an unbending rule across the board for everyone. Our bodies are all made differently. However, I've decided that aiming for this lower goal than my previous one will allow me to see how my body feels at a lower weight.
Prior to this I was using the goal weight as given by the wii fit game. I have no idea how scientific that is. I feel a little better aiming for what Dr. Furhman suggests given his extensive research and study.
Truly, I've never been at a "small" weight at any age or size. Even when I was at my smallest size, I was still unhealthy and "chubby". Aiming for this weight, size, and level of health is pretty exciting for me.
Still, I have a LONG way to go. It was a little painful to increase the length of my weight loss by nearly 20 pounds. Yet, what better way can I spend my time than working on building my physical body for strength, health, and energy to serve the Lord each day?
Women: Approximately 95 pounds for the first 5 feet of height. Add four pounds for every inch thereafter.
I realize that this can't be an unbending rule across the board for everyone. Our bodies are all made differently. However, I've decided that aiming for this lower goal than my previous one will allow me to see how my body feels at a lower weight.
Prior to this I was using the goal weight as given by the wii fit game. I have no idea how scientific that is. I feel a little better aiming for what Dr. Furhman suggests given his extensive research and study.
Truly, I've never been at a "small" weight at any age or size. Even when I was at my smallest size, I was still unhealthy and "chubby". Aiming for this weight, size, and level of health is pretty exciting for me.
Still, I have a LONG way to go. It was a little painful to increase the length of my weight loss by nearly 20 pounds. Yet, what better way can I spend my time than working on building my physical body for strength, health, and energy to serve the Lord each day?
Sunday, August 11, 2013
Sunday Rest
Enjoyed a lovely day of worship with our church family today.
I packed up a Mexicali Pasta Salad for the children for lunch. Along with peanuts and plums and a berry almond salad from Wendy's for me we visited with my il's for lunch. The pasta salad was a new recipe and it turned out really good. I skipped the cheese it called for in the recipe.
After we got home, I enjoyed a lovely sit on my swing outside and finished reading the meat of Disease Proof Your Child by Dr. Furhman. Now I have more homework. ;)
I think the meal plan I have for the children right now is good. I may want to adjust a little more and I will give some of his recipes a try, but I think I'm on a good course.
I do need to look at adding in some supplements, though. I'm needing to decide on a multivitamin, if I need extra B12 and D, and pick a DHA supplement too. It looks like I'll want to have that DHA in higher doses for the boys since it helps with ADHD issues. Good information in there giving me some direction for those issues as well.
I made a big decision that was nagging at me the whole way through the book. I'm trying to re-latch Kindred with nursing again. I weaned her about 4 weeks ago when we first started juicing. She acts interested every so often, but Dr. F's book convinced me that I need to give it a try again until her second birthday. I've never nursed a baby that long, but I'm going to give it a try. I'd like it if I could get her off the formula, even though she's been on it her whole life as a supplement. Maybe the more solids she gets, the less she'll like that bottle.
She did well tonight. She latched right away without batting an eye and she was swallowing and I could express milk when she was done. I'm hopeful about this. With the changes in my diet, it would be great to see if it helps my enrich my milk a bit.
I sure did like having some alone time snuggling with her. She was a bit distracted and antsy, but I'm going to keep working at it because every time she would unlatch, she'd turn right back for more.
It's going to be a great feeling knowing I'm giving her GOOD nutrition and a strong start with extended bf as well as the right foods at the table.
I packed up a Mexicali Pasta Salad for the children for lunch. Along with peanuts and plums and a berry almond salad from Wendy's for me we visited with my il's for lunch. The pasta salad was a new recipe and it turned out really good. I skipped the cheese it called for in the recipe.
After we got home, I enjoyed a lovely sit on my swing outside and finished reading the meat of Disease Proof Your Child by Dr. Furhman. Now I have more homework. ;)
I think the meal plan I have for the children right now is good. I may want to adjust a little more and I will give some of his recipes a try, but I think I'm on a good course.
I do need to look at adding in some supplements, though. I'm needing to decide on a multivitamin, if I need extra B12 and D, and pick a DHA supplement too. It looks like I'll want to have that DHA in higher doses for the boys since it helps with ADHD issues. Good information in there giving me some direction for those issues as well.
I made a big decision that was nagging at me the whole way through the book. I'm trying to re-latch Kindred with nursing again. I weaned her about 4 weeks ago when we first started juicing. She acts interested every so often, but Dr. F's book convinced me that I need to give it a try again until her second birthday. I've never nursed a baby that long, but I'm going to give it a try. I'd like it if I could get her off the formula, even though she's been on it her whole life as a supplement. Maybe the more solids she gets, the less she'll like that bottle.
She did well tonight. She latched right away without batting an eye and she was swallowing and I could express milk when she was done. I'm hopeful about this. With the changes in my diet, it would be great to see if it helps my enrich my milk a bit.
I sure did like having some alone time snuggling with her. She was a bit distracted and antsy, but I'm going to keep working at it because every time she would unlatch, she'd turn right back for more.
It's going to be a great feeling knowing I'm giving her GOOD nutrition and a strong start with extended bf as well as the right foods at the table.
Tuesday, August 6, 2013
Habit Building
I joined some online friends in a 60 day challenge to build some new great habits, replacing some old ones that Need To Go!
So, here's my list:
New Habits I Desire
Love the Lord
Daily bible/journal/prayer before morning chores/computer time
Weekly letter sharing God's word with someone.
Love my husband
Daily pray a psalm for/over him
Greet him with a smile each time he comes home from being away
Love my children
Daily Prayer Hands
No social media during lessons, choring, or project/group time
Daily 15-30 minutes One/Two-on-One time (school days) with each child
Speak to the Heart Challenge: add a piece of scripture to our day visually, auditorally, or another creative way. At least one *new* thing each week.
Tend my temple (body)
10-30 minutes of exercise before each meal
Bed by 10pm
So, my list has categories. That's how my brain works. Everything neatly on it's own shelf. However, that's not how life really works. None of these shelves is separate. They all work together to bring me into balance and strength. In fact, while I was making my list, I struggled a bit on which shelf to put some goals on (and, yes, I did trim this list down from it's original. I was trying to keep it short and simple.)
I am thrilled to report that, today, my first day, I accomplished all my goals! I am ending the day exhausted, mentally, but completely overjoyed that the Lord enabled me to push myself to Do Good Things. :)
The scale dropped 1.5 this morning! I gotta think that was a hiccup with the wii board, but I left it be. We'll see tomorrow what it says. I ate very little today, so I'll see how that affects it. I just wasn't feeling hungry for much of what I made. I did build a huge pot of vegetable soup this morning for lunch and then had it again at dinner. I didn't want to eat the pasta the children were eating.
I'm sort of in the weird place where nothing sounds very good to me and I'd rather just not eat. I'm thinking that's not a great place to be, but with keeping up with school and building a new routine, I think I'm letting the food go and this is better than eating what I shouldn't eat, maybe.
I got in at least 10 minutes of activity before each meal. That was one of my hardest goals to meet today. I was really excited I did it, but, wow, is that hard to get in to the routine.
We had a lovely time at the park tonight enjoying some live big band music. I hung out at the playground with the girls and tossed the football around a bit with them too. I worked at doing some squatting, bending, and just overall using my body in ways that I could tell I'm getting stronger.
I'm looking forward to tomorrow and another day of building good habits to replace old ones.
So, here's my list:
New Habits I Desire
Love the Lord
Daily bible/journal/prayer before morning chores/computer time
Weekly letter sharing God's word with someone.
Love my husband
Daily pray a psalm for/over him
Greet him with a smile each time he comes home from being away
Love my children
Daily Prayer Hands
No social media during lessons, choring, or project/group time
Daily 15-30 minutes One/Two-on-One time (school days) with each child
Speak to the Heart Challenge: add a piece of scripture to our day visually, auditorally, or another creative way. At least one *new* thing each week.
Tend my temple (body)
10-30 minutes of exercise before each meal
Bed by 10pm
So, my list has categories. That's how my brain works. Everything neatly on it's own shelf. However, that's not how life really works. None of these shelves is separate. They all work together to bring me into balance and strength. In fact, while I was making my list, I struggled a bit on which shelf to put some goals on (and, yes, I did trim this list down from it's original. I was trying to keep it short and simple.)
I am thrilled to report that, today, my first day, I accomplished all my goals! I am ending the day exhausted, mentally, but completely overjoyed that the Lord enabled me to push myself to Do Good Things. :)
The scale dropped 1.5 this morning! I gotta think that was a hiccup with the wii board, but I left it be. We'll see tomorrow what it says. I ate very little today, so I'll see how that affects it. I just wasn't feeling hungry for much of what I made. I did build a huge pot of vegetable soup this morning for lunch and then had it again at dinner. I didn't want to eat the pasta the children were eating.
I'm sort of in the weird place where nothing sounds very good to me and I'd rather just not eat. I'm thinking that's not a great place to be, but with keeping up with school and building a new routine, I think I'm letting the food go and this is better than eating what I shouldn't eat, maybe.
I got in at least 10 minutes of activity before each meal. That was one of my hardest goals to meet today. I was really excited I did it, but, wow, is that hard to get in to the routine.
We had a lovely time at the park tonight enjoying some live big band music. I hung out at the playground with the girls and tossed the football around a bit with them too. I worked at doing some squatting, bending, and just overall using my body in ways that I could tell I'm getting stronger.
I'm looking forward to tomorrow and another day of building good habits to replace old ones.
Monday, June 24, 2013
Daniel Fast - Day Fifteen
June 24, 2013
Day Fifteen
Today all that energy I've been talking about went missing. I was slow and quiet and not moving much at all. We tidied the house some, but I was mostly directing. We got in a bit of reading and a couple of people worked on writing some letters. I did some lunch prep, made dinner, and read my book most of the day. I'm embarrassed to say how much I enjoyed such a relaxing, lazy day. *blush*
I finished my day under on calories again. I'm starting to even out how many calories I eat in a day. When I look at my chart, I can see I may be forming some consistency in my portions and choices for meals. I'm also going to start dropping snacks and work on consuming all I need during my meals. It's hard to change my brain about that. After being pregnant so often, I tend to just eat those snacks as a matter of habit. I want to try going longer between meals, though, to learn my body's cues for real hunger.
This book, Eat to Live: The End of Diabetes has my mind spinning. I'm not convinced this is the plan the Lord has for me, but I have certainly gained a great deal of information and learning from it. I am more firm in my convictions regarding vegetables as the core of my diet. I am intrigued by what I'm learning about legumes and nuts and seeds. Intrigued enough that I'm considering purchasing the book for myself. I'm going to keep praying on this.
One argument that Dr. Furhman makes is that you can easily obtain the amount of protein you need daily from a plant-based diet. I know that many have said this isn't possible. In fact, that's one of the biggest reasons I almost didn't read the book. Yet, as I've been plugging in my food on myfitnesspal.com, I can see that I am easily achieving the protein goals I set for myself back when I was aiming for a high protein-low carb diet. Amazing. Today the largest source of protein I had was one peanut butter ball at breakfast. The rest was simply lentils, beans, broccoli...nothing I would really consider high protein foods. Yet, there I am. Right at my high-protein goal. And feeling full as all get out at that.
If I wasn't doing this fast, eating a plant-based diet while reading this book, I would never have believed what I'm reading. But, I'm experiencing so much of what he's saying, I can't help but lend it some validity.
Off to do some more reading and praying. My husband has chosen to do a complete fast for this week. Nothing but prayer and water. If anyone out there is reading this, please pray he remains safe and healthy. He is working hard outside in the heat all week painting on ladders. We need the Lord to keep him alert and clear headed. Thank you!
Day Fifteen
Today all that energy I've been talking about went missing. I was slow and quiet and not moving much at all. We tidied the house some, but I was mostly directing. We got in a bit of reading and a couple of people worked on writing some letters. I did some lunch prep, made dinner, and read my book most of the day. I'm embarrassed to say how much I enjoyed such a relaxing, lazy day. *blush*
I finished my day under on calories again. I'm starting to even out how many calories I eat in a day. When I look at my chart, I can see I may be forming some consistency in my portions and choices for meals. I'm also going to start dropping snacks and work on consuming all I need during my meals. It's hard to change my brain about that. After being pregnant so often, I tend to just eat those snacks as a matter of habit. I want to try going longer between meals, though, to learn my body's cues for real hunger.
This book, Eat to Live: The End of Diabetes has my mind spinning. I'm not convinced this is the plan the Lord has for me, but I have certainly gained a great deal of information and learning from it. I am more firm in my convictions regarding vegetables as the core of my diet. I am intrigued by what I'm learning about legumes and nuts and seeds. Intrigued enough that I'm considering purchasing the book for myself. I'm going to keep praying on this.
One argument that Dr. Furhman makes is that you can easily obtain the amount of protein you need daily from a plant-based diet. I know that many have said this isn't possible. In fact, that's one of the biggest reasons I almost didn't read the book. Yet, as I've been plugging in my food on myfitnesspal.com, I can see that I am easily achieving the protein goals I set for myself back when I was aiming for a high protein-low carb diet. Amazing. Today the largest source of protein I had was one peanut butter ball at breakfast. The rest was simply lentils, beans, broccoli...nothing I would really consider high protein foods. Yet, there I am. Right at my high-protein goal. And feeling full as all get out at that.
If I wasn't doing this fast, eating a plant-based diet while reading this book, I would never have believed what I'm reading. But, I'm experiencing so much of what he's saying, I can't help but lend it some validity.
Off to do some more reading and praying. My husband has chosen to do a complete fast for this week. Nothing but prayer and water. If anyone out there is reading this, please pray he remains safe and healthy. He is working hard outside in the heat all week painting on ladders. We need the Lord to keep him alert and clear headed. Thank you!
Saturday, February 16, 2013
Saturday, Feb 16 2013
Decided to go with raw foods and water yesterday to cleanse a bit after all the Valentine's Day treats and pizza. Forgot that Valentine's Day wasn't quite over though. ;)
I did well, even at the party. I did have a few slices of cheese, which I had wanted to avoid, but it was a better choice than the sugary sweets and carb crackers offered to me. I even resisted the pb&j while I prepped them for the littles and the ones offered at the party. Whew!!
Came home to serve a lovely dinner of roast beef and vegies with cabbage salad. We sure enjoyed that! I caved that evening, though, and savored another chocolate dipped strawberry and those chocolate covered peanuts and raisins treats E made. Then I joined in on the snacking of chex mix with the fam during our movie time with the 2yo.
Even with all the extra snacking, I was only a couple hundred calories over for the day. I'm going to work on logging and getting in raw at each meal again today. I'd like to stick to only raw, but my 10yo lil' man is busy making french toast for breakfast and I don't want to turn his hard work away. ;)
Planning on a walk in town today, some cleaning and kitchen work, and then some wii fit later this afternoon to keep active. I've got some grading and schooling to get done too, so I'm hoping to balance it out.
Feeling super tired from an overly busy week. Baby's been up again at night, though I still am getting about 5 hour stretches for the most part.
I did well, even at the party. I did have a few slices of cheese, which I had wanted to avoid, but it was a better choice than the sugary sweets and carb crackers offered to me. I even resisted the pb&j while I prepped them for the littles and the ones offered at the party. Whew!!
Came home to serve a lovely dinner of roast beef and vegies with cabbage salad. We sure enjoyed that! I caved that evening, though, and savored another chocolate dipped strawberry and those chocolate covered peanuts and raisins treats E made. Then I joined in on the snacking of chex mix with the fam during our movie time with the 2yo.
Even with all the extra snacking, I was only a couple hundred calories over for the day. I'm going to work on logging and getting in raw at each meal again today. I'd like to stick to only raw, but my 10yo lil' man is busy making french toast for breakfast and I don't want to turn his hard work away. ;)
Planning on a walk in town today, some cleaning and kitchen work, and then some wii fit later this afternoon to keep active. I've got some grading and schooling to get done too, so I'm hoping to balance it out.
Feeling super tired from an overly busy week. Baby's been up again at night, though I still am getting about 5 hour stretches for the most part.
Thursday, January 31, 2013
Day 3 Vice-Busting
January 31, 2013
Day 3 Vice-Busting
Scripture Affirmation
God’s power enables me to live a healthy lifestyle.
"For the kingdom of God does not consist in words but in power." 1 Corinthians 4:20
This is such a great affirmation for me. I am a lover of words. Not hard to tell from my lengthy blog posts. But, the kingdom of God does not consist in words, but power. So often my words fill up my page and my mouth but they do not affect my actions. Lord, your power will change me, not my words. Your power enables me to live, do, act, go, consistently and strong, not the words I yammer. Let me meditate on the power you offer and work through me, knowing that merely talking about it will not avail.
Action:
1. Continue to build the habit of having water with you and drinking it often. Got my first bottle at my side. :)
2. Start creating a vision of things to come - not just how I'll look but what I'll do and how I'll feel. Picture myself doing what it is I would do or would lke to do, whom I'll be doing it with, and where I'll be doing it. I have a lot of things I visualize. I've spent a lot of time visualizing, even. I dream of playing sports with my family. I would love to join in some vigorouse games of basketball, tennis, and soccer with my boys. I would so love to be able to handle a long bike ride with the whole family, strong enough to tote little ones with my own bike. I dream of great hikes to various points together. I just want to be able to run and play a simple game of tag with my children without a struggle.
I see myself sharing clothes with my oldest daughter. Enjoying our shopping trips much more when we are same sized and I like what I see in the mirror. I visualize more confidence when I meet my husband's co-workers at company events.
I crave and see myself accomplishing more in my day. Strong and able to take on the daily tasks of maintaining the housework and yard chores. Eager and able to add more to my day rather than handing it off to other. Strong and able to work beside my husband on various projects. Cheerful and excited to put for the physical effort to use up all that great extra energy that I gain. :)
3. Take inventory and throw out the high-calories beverages in the house. We really have not beverages like this. We do stock up on vitamin water, but that is sweetened with stevia, so no high calories. I often have diet soda in the house, but now that we are out, I won't be buying more. The juice we have I don't drink and there's really only enough for the children or special events. I will still buy the low sugar, natural coffee creamer for a treat in my coffee from time to time. A reward for getting ALL My water in at the end of the day. :)
Half-Caf today!
Weigh-in: 208.5 tonight at the YMCA. Bummer. I'm not sure why the scale went up. I've been working hard. But, the scale is not the only tool of measurement, that's for sure. Enjoyed my first full circuit on the weight machines by myself and some cardio on the Stride Right. Went with my oldest son and we had a fun time out alone together.
Day 3 Vice-Busting
Scripture Affirmation
God’s power enables me to live a healthy lifestyle.
"For the kingdom of God does not consist in words but in power." 1 Corinthians 4:20
This is such a great affirmation for me. I am a lover of words. Not hard to tell from my lengthy blog posts. But, the kingdom of God does not consist in words, but power. So often my words fill up my page and my mouth but they do not affect my actions. Lord, your power will change me, not my words. Your power enables me to live, do, act, go, consistently and strong, not the words I yammer. Let me meditate on the power you offer and work through me, knowing that merely talking about it will not avail.
Action:
1. Continue to build the habit of having water with you and drinking it often. Got my first bottle at my side. :)
2. Start creating a vision of things to come - not just how I'll look but what I'll do and how I'll feel. Picture myself doing what it is I would do or would lke to do, whom I'll be doing it with, and where I'll be doing it. I have a lot of things I visualize. I've spent a lot of time visualizing, even. I dream of playing sports with my family. I would love to join in some vigorouse games of basketball, tennis, and soccer with my boys. I would so love to be able to handle a long bike ride with the whole family, strong enough to tote little ones with my own bike. I dream of great hikes to various points together. I just want to be able to run and play a simple game of tag with my children without a struggle.
I see myself sharing clothes with my oldest daughter. Enjoying our shopping trips much more when we are same sized and I like what I see in the mirror. I visualize more confidence when I meet my husband's co-workers at company events.
I crave and see myself accomplishing more in my day. Strong and able to take on the daily tasks of maintaining the housework and yard chores. Eager and able to add more to my day rather than handing it off to other. Strong and able to work beside my husband on various projects. Cheerful and excited to put for the physical effort to use up all that great extra energy that I gain. :)
3. Take inventory and throw out the high-calories beverages in the house. We really have not beverages like this. We do stock up on vitamin water, but that is sweetened with stevia, so no high calories. I often have diet soda in the house, but now that we are out, I won't be buying more. The juice we have I don't drink and there's really only enough for the children or special events. I will still buy the low sugar, natural coffee creamer for a treat in my coffee from time to time. A reward for getting ALL My water in at the end of the day. :)
Half-Caf today!
Weigh-in: 208.5 tonight at the YMCA. Bummer. I'm not sure why the scale went up. I've been working hard. But, the scale is not the only tool of measurement, that's for sure. Enjoyed my first full circuit on the weight machines by myself and some cardio on the Stride Right. Went with my oldest son and we had a fun time out alone together.
Tuesday, January 15, 2013
Tuesday January 15, 2013
Today needs improvement, but I've done well with the cravings. Eating has been fine, I think. I NEED to get myself logging again so I can tell if I'm really doing well or not with what I eat each day.
So far I haven't had a chance to work out at all at the YMCA. I've been there plenty of times, but it's always been for the children's training appointments and once for a family fun night. I am hoping David and I can switch our date night to Wednesday nights so I can at least get in one decent workout on the machines each week. Going as a family is really fun. But, it's the same story...when the children tag along, not a whole lot of exercise happens for mom.
If I can get in there for some decent time on the machines this week I want to set up a training session for the weight machines. I'm sure I could figure them out, but I'd like to have someone walk me through and think about good goals and set up for long term effects. The people there have been really great walking us through each step. I have to admit, though, I feel like we are an army every time we walk in the place!
Last night I was only up once. Suddenly, that feels like a GREAT night of sleep after what I've been getting. Still working on being thankful and giving the times I am awake over to the Lord. I just wish I could do better during the day with our routine and getting things done.
Tax season is approaching. David works this Saturday. I need a plan to keep from feeling even more overwhelmed.
Edited: I entered in my food for the day and I apparently have over 700 calories yet to eat. Not feeling too hungry right now so maybe that will last me.
So far I haven't had a chance to work out at all at the YMCA. I've been there plenty of times, but it's always been for the children's training appointments and once for a family fun night. I am hoping David and I can switch our date night to Wednesday nights so I can at least get in one decent workout on the machines each week. Going as a family is really fun. But, it's the same story...when the children tag along, not a whole lot of exercise happens for mom.
If I can get in there for some decent time on the machines this week I want to set up a training session for the weight machines. I'm sure I could figure them out, but I'd like to have someone walk me through and think about good goals and set up for long term effects. The people there have been really great walking us through each step. I have to admit, though, I feel like we are an army every time we walk in the place!
Last night I was only up once. Suddenly, that feels like a GREAT night of sleep after what I've been getting. Still working on being thankful and giving the times I am awake over to the Lord. I just wish I could do better during the day with our routine and getting things done.
Tax season is approaching. David works this Saturday. I need a plan to keep from feeling even more overwhelmed.
Edited: I entered in my food for the day and I apparently have over 700 calories yet to eat. Not feeling too hungry right now so maybe that will last me.
Tuesday, January 8, 2013
Tuesday January 8, 2013 - A little Upside Down
I'm finding it very hard to post to my blog. My evenings find my arms very full with a sweet nursing baby and my brain very tired from a busy day. My lack of reporting in, though, is not reflective of my efforts this time. I have been doing VERY well with most of my goals this past week.
Now that the special coffee creamer we got for the holidays is gone, I've been totally sugar free for the past week. The only exception would be the sugars in our bbq sauce and salad dressings. Those are *real* sugars, though, and I'm still deciding about cutting them out. I am allowing myself to eat the foods prepared with molasses or honey that we make at home. I've cut the sugar so much in those recipes that I'm comfortable with the level of sweetener in them. Just enough to make it palatable. ;)
I was so surprised to see our 13, 10, and 8 year old all make a pact together to kick the sugar from their diet too. They've started paying more attention to what they are eating, purposing to avoid adding sugar to their cereal and they even all chose to use applesauce on their french toast yesterday in place of syrup. Pretty cool. :) I encouraged them by giving fresh golden pears in their stockings instead of chocolate coins like I normally would. I think they all enjoyed a cookie at church on Sunday, though. ;) I haven't been correcting or saying anything. I want to allow them the freedom to make these choices and see their effects. I remind from time to time just to see how they will wrestle with their choices. But, I certainly don't see anything wrong with them allowing themselves a treat from time to time. Especially when they've been so good with their choices overall.
I've also been yeast-free for the past week. Well, except for the small amounts in the crackers and tortillas we purchase. I've stopped buying those crackers ;) and I'm deciding about the tortillas. The brand I buy that has yeast has the fewest ingredients and they are actually foods I recognize. The brand with no yeast also has a long list of additives and products that don't equate natural or *real* in my mind. I guess, so far, I've decided that a little yeast is better than the foreign stuff. In turn, I've chosen to eat those tortillas infrequently to avoid exposure.
With all of those changes, I don't feel deprived much at all. I admit, I did wander the kitchen yesterday afternoon with a major craving for bread. It took a lot of willpower not to eat it until I finally landed on some cooked turkey to satisfy my appetite. The bread is really a battle for me. But, so far, I'm winning. :) I know I said I wanted to set my goal for just a month with this, but I really think that my addiction is so strong, I'd really better not go back to it. We'll see, and I don't want to become unbalanced, but I do want to break this hold that a silly food would have on me.
We joined the Y last night. I don't exactly know how that will look afa real exercise for me. But, I am excited we'll have some new things to try to just get us moving and active as a family. That meets a great hope/goal/desire of mine to just be active and enjoying life together as a family. We'll try the family fun night tonight and see how we like it.
Breakfast has already begun, so I need to join the team. I'm so tired after being up 3 times with Baby last night. We had the most amazing first day back to school yesterday. I need to push and let this caffeine do it's work so today can progress too.
Now that the special coffee creamer we got for the holidays is gone, I've been totally sugar free for the past week. The only exception would be the sugars in our bbq sauce and salad dressings. Those are *real* sugars, though, and I'm still deciding about cutting them out. I am allowing myself to eat the foods prepared with molasses or honey that we make at home. I've cut the sugar so much in those recipes that I'm comfortable with the level of sweetener in them. Just enough to make it palatable. ;)
I was so surprised to see our 13, 10, and 8 year old all make a pact together to kick the sugar from their diet too. They've started paying more attention to what they are eating, purposing to avoid adding sugar to their cereal and they even all chose to use applesauce on their french toast yesterday in place of syrup. Pretty cool. :) I encouraged them by giving fresh golden pears in their stockings instead of chocolate coins like I normally would. I think they all enjoyed a cookie at church on Sunday, though. ;) I haven't been correcting or saying anything. I want to allow them the freedom to make these choices and see their effects. I remind from time to time just to see how they will wrestle with their choices. But, I certainly don't see anything wrong with them allowing themselves a treat from time to time. Especially when they've been so good with their choices overall.
I've also been yeast-free for the past week. Well, except for the small amounts in the crackers and tortillas we purchase. I've stopped buying those crackers ;) and I'm deciding about the tortillas. The brand I buy that has yeast has the fewest ingredients and they are actually foods I recognize. The brand with no yeast also has a long list of additives and products that don't equate natural or *real* in my mind. I guess, so far, I've decided that a little yeast is better than the foreign stuff. In turn, I've chosen to eat those tortillas infrequently to avoid exposure.
With all of those changes, I don't feel deprived much at all. I admit, I did wander the kitchen yesterday afternoon with a major craving for bread. It took a lot of willpower not to eat it until I finally landed on some cooked turkey to satisfy my appetite. The bread is really a battle for me. But, so far, I'm winning. :) I know I said I wanted to set my goal for just a month with this, but I really think that my addiction is so strong, I'd really better not go back to it. We'll see, and I don't want to become unbalanced, but I do want to break this hold that a silly food would have on me.
We joined the Y last night. I don't exactly know how that will look afa real exercise for me. But, I am excited we'll have some new things to try to just get us moving and active as a family. That meets a great hope/goal/desire of mine to just be active and enjoying life together as a family. We'll try the family fun night tonight and see how we like it.
Breakfast has already begun, so I need to join the team. I'm so tired after being up 3 times with Baby last night. We had the most amazing first day back to school yesterday. I need to push and let this caffeine do it's work so today can progress too.
Friday, January 4, 2013
Friday, January 4, 2013
Today's Good Things:
Stayed on goal with no yeast
Only added sugar in the coffee creamer
A nice visit with friends and time with some girlies
Some time with my husband who took a day off of work
Getting along well with my boysies
Today's Not So Good Things:
Living off caffeine right now
SOOO tired, dragging from sleep deprivation
Listening to my baby not sleep right now. Sigh.
So, I started my commitment to cut out all added sugars and yeast from my diet for the month of January. I envision it lasting longer, but for now I'm sticking with a one month goal. I tell ya, skipping the sugar isn't so bad. I'm still allowing myself to eat the peanut butter on the shelf with sugar in it and the condiments that have some natural sweeteners. I'll likely cut back on those too in the coming weeks. But the bread...oh, giving up the bread is really hard for me. Watching my husband eat a yummy bagel this morning was pure torture. I even dreamed earlier this week that I had raided the fridge and ate all the sliced bread. Ack!
I'm surviving on full caffeinated coffee right now. I don't like that I'm drinking so much of it, but man, it gets me through the day, ya' know? One thing at a time, and right now I need a crutch of some type.
No real exercise right now. I'm focusing on getting projects done and prepping for back to school. David and I talked about getting back to Ttapp. I think that will start this weekend as well.
I've been doing a bit of reading on sleep deprivation and I'd like to keep some of what I've found on here. One thing of note is that those who suffer from sleep deprivation often deal with weight gain. That could be one very good reason I gain so much each baby year. Ugh.
I haven't weighed myself at all. I don't know if I even care at this point. Honestly, I just want my clothes to get loose, fall off me and then I'll have that wonderful problem of needing to buy a new wardrobe because I'm swimming in mine. ;)
I've also been thinking on something for quite some time. My biggest goal right now is to see my face change. I've been looking at photos a lot lately and what bothers me most when I look at myself is my face. I don't like seeing how much I've gained in my face. I don't like seeing how worn, tired, and different I look from who I really am. That's the change I want to see most. I want my face back again. The one that wears a smile, holds a twinkle, and looks up with confidence.
Stayed on goal with no yeast
Only added sugar in the coffee creamer
A nice visit with friends and time with some girlies
Some time with my husband who took a day off of work
Getting along well with my boysies
Today's Not So Good Things:
Living off caffeine right now
SOOO tired, dragging from sleep deprivation
Listening to my baby not sleep right now. Sigh.
So, I started my commitment to cut out all added sugars and yeast from my diet for the month of January. I envision it lasting longer, but for now I'm sticking with a one month goal. I tell ya, skipping the sugar isn't so bad. I'm still allowing myself to eat the peanut butter on the shelf with sugar in it and the condiments that have some natural sweeteners. I'll likely cut back on those too in the coming weeks. But the bread...oh, giving up the bread is really hard for me. Watching my husband eat a yummy bagel this morning was pure torture. I even dreamed earlier this week that I had raided the fridge and ate all the sliced bread. Ack!
I'm surviving on full caffeinated coffee right now. I don't like that I'm drinking so much of it, but man, it gets me through the day, ya' know? One thing at a time, and right now I need a crutch of some type.
No real exercise right now. I'm focusing on getting projects done and prepping for back to school. David and I talked about getting back to Ttapp. I think that will start this weekend as well.
I've been doing a bit of reading on sleep deprivation and I'd like to keep some of what I've found on here. One thing of note is that those who suffer from sleep deprivation often deal with weight gain. That could be one very good reason I gain so much each baby year. Ugh.
I haven't weighed myself at all. I don't know if I even care at this point. Honestly, I just want my clothes to get loose, fall off me and then I'll have that wonderful problem of needing to buy a new wardrobe because I'm swimming in mine. ;)
I've also been thinking on something for quite some time. My biggest goal right now is to see my face change. I've been looking at photos a lot lately and what bothers me most when I look at myself is my face. I don't like seeing how much I've gained in my face. I don't like seeing how worn, tired, and different I look from who I really am. That's the change I want to see most. I want my face back again. The one that wears a smile, holds a twinkle, and looks up with confidence.
Thursday, December 13, 2012
12/12/12 - Last Chance
Today is a unique day. The last day we'll ever be able to match a month/day/year for another 100 years. Guess I'll take this as a good sign to get back on track with my health and life goals. It feels like it's been 100 years ago that I was here. *rolls eyes*
This past fall I had my gall bladder out. The surgery went better than I expected and I was up and moving fairly normal by the second week. I can eat normally now with the exception of some foods that leave me feeling poorly. Most of those are foods I should avoid anyways.
That recovery season did a number on me emotionally, though. That and the sleep deprivation I am dealing with right now due to baby's poor habits has me in and out of some pretty dark emotional funks. The last few months has left me struggling to just do the next thing most days. Sleep deprivation is horrible, especially when you feel trapped by it. My husband has been working hard to help me get extra rest when possible, but it's a season that drives me to my knees. Or, at least it should.
I've gained weight, I can tell by the fit of my clothes. That's depressing enough. I find little time or motivation to exercise right now, feeling a bit overwhelmed by keeping up with schooling and housework. However, a good friend of mine and I are committing to putting our health in higher priority so that we can be better for our families. We've started an accountability time and have made some goals for ourselves. Mine are as follows:
>Taking supplements and vitamins daily (started St. John's Wort recently, 5 capsules to start and back off when I see improvement in mood)
>Better focus on nutrition and water intake (I desparately need to up my water intake)
>Add in exercise: I'm working on a walk with my son after lunch daily and a walk with my oldest daughter after dinner daily.
>Focus on daily bible reading, journaling, prayer time, and book reading - morning and evening
>Relationship building with certain family members
>Review and study Super Mom vs. Abiding Mom chart
It's been 2 weeks since I made that list. I've made some improvements in a few areas, but I have a long way to go. They are good goals. I'm embarrassed that they are so simple, yet so hard to meet right now. However, I need to just press on and I'm thankful to have something I'm aiming for at least.
This coming season, I just want to recapture the DESIRE I once had to take care of myself and CARE about how I feel and what direction I am heading. Right now I simply battle such a terrible feeling of complacency, it's causing real damage. I need to keep turning my heart to the Lord and growing in a greater sense of worship to Him so that I can see my heart change. I am learning, in bits and pieces, that each battle I face is truly a result of a crisis of worship I have in my life.
Please pray I would see the Lord at work and I would join Him in what He is doing in my life.
This past fall I had my gall bladder out. The surgery went better than I expected and I was up and moving fairly normal by the second week. I can eat normally now with the exception of some foods that leave me feeling poorly. Most of those are foods I should avoid anyways.
That recovery season did a number on me emotionally, though. That and the sleep deprivation I am dealing with right now due to baby's poor habits has me in and out of some pretty dark emotional funks. The last few months has left me struggling to just do the next thing most days. Sleep deprivation is horrible, especially when you feel trapped by it. My husband has been working hard to help me get extra rest when possible, but it's a season that drives me to my knees. Or, at least it should.
I've gained weight, I can tell by the fit of my clothes. That's depressing enough. I find little time or motivation to exercise right now, feeling a bit overwhelmed by keeping up with schooling and housework. However, a good friend of mine and I are committing to putting our health in higher priority so that we can be better for our families. We've started an accountability time and have made some goals for ourselves. Mine are as follows:
>Taking supplements and vitamins daily (started St. John's Wort recently, 5 capsules to start and back off when I see improvement in mood)
>Better focus on nutrition and water intake (I desparately need to up my water intake)
>Add in exercise: I'm working on a walk with my son after lunch daily and a walk with my oldest daughter after dinner daily.
>Focus on daily bible reading, journaling, prayer time, and book reading - morning and evening
>Relationship building with certain family members
>Review and study Super Mom vs. Abiding Mom chart
It's been 2 weeks since I made that list. I've made some improvements in a few areas, but I have a long way to go. They are good goals. I'm embarrassed that they are so simple, yet so hard to meet right now. However, I need to just press on and I'm thankful to have something I'm aiming for at least.
This coming season, I just want to recapture the DESIRE I once had to take care of myself and CARE about how I feel and what direction I am heading. Right now I simply battle such a terrible feeling of complacency, it's causing real damage. I need to keep turning my heart to the Lord and growing in a greater sense of worship to Him so that I can see my heart change. I am learning, in bits and pieces, that each battle I face is truly a result of a crisis of worship I have in my life.
Please pray I would see the Lord at work and I would join Him in what He is doing in my life.
Tuesday, August 28, 2012
Progress...slowly
Not much time for my usual report. Not that I've been good about reporting anyways.
David and I started Ttapp-ing together. He challenged us to work together to lose 2lbs per week. That is a lot for me, I think, especially with nursing, but it's not going to hurt to work towards it at least.
My last weigh in was 13 days ago and I've lost 3 pounds since then. Yay. David weighed in tonight after our first week of the challenge and is also down 3 pounds. Double Yay!
I'm measuring tomorrow. I was SHOCKED to see a loss tonight. I haven't been working very hard on my diet and Ttapp doesn't usually help you drop weight as much as inches. Now I'm nervous about weighing in, thinking it will be disappointing. Either way, though, I'm feeling stronger. I have more energy in the day and I'm sleeping a bit better at night, though my insomnia is still giving me trouble a few nights this past week. So, several goals have been met even if the tape doesn't show it in the morning.
Now that I saw a loss, I'm re-motivated to work harder at my diet and water intake. I'm SO thankful he's willing to work on this with me. Not only do we both need it, but we keep each other from giving up...I hope!
David and I started Ttapp-ing together. He challenged us to work together to lose 2lbs per week. That is a lot for me, I think, especially with nursing, but it's not going to hurt to work towards it at least.
My last weigh in was 13 days ago and I've lost 3 pounds since then. Yay. David weighed in tonight after our first week of the challenge and is also down 3 pounds. Double Yay!
I'm measuring tomorrow. I was SHOCKED to see a loss tonight. I haven't been working very hard on my diet and Ttapp doesn't usually help you drop weight as much as inches. Now I'm nervous about weighing in, thinking it will be disappointing. Either way, though, I'm feeling stronger. I have more energy in the day and I'm sleeping a bit better at night, though my insomnia is still giving me trouble a few nights this past week. So, several goals have been met even if the tape doesn't show it in the morning.
Now that I saw a loss, I'm re-motivated to work harder at my diet and water intake. I'm SO thankful he's willing to work on this with me. Not only do we both need it, but we keep each other from giving up...I hope!
Saturday, August 4, 2012
Thinking Ahead...
Okay, so this coming week will look different than last. My time won't be spent on teaching as heavily as it was last week. I'd like to plan in a time for exercise for all of us, but myself in particular. I've really been wanting to start back up with my Ttapp video. I'm going to make it a goal next week to try a few different times during the day to use it and see which seems best. I'm also going to join my husband on the prayer walks we've started in the evenings after the little ones are in bed. It's such a lovely time to be out together in the summer and we can exercise our spirits and bodies while we pray together.
I'm hoping to work on my water intake. My food choices have been pretty decent since I can't eat a whole lot right now anyways. I DO need to make a priority of calling this week to schedule a meeting with the surgeon regarding my gall bladder. Blech.
My other goal for the week is to get our library in order. I know that will keep me moving, as I have a lot of organizing and still some unpacking to do in there. So, other than it being Math Week, it'll be Library Week as well. ;)
It's always fun to think of how great you are going to do in the days ahead. Just pray for me that I can continue to get the lovely rest Kindred's been giving, the delicious time in the word both morning and evening, and stay focused on keeping my eyes, hands, and body in the right direction.
I'm hoping to work on my water intake. My food choices have been pretty decent since I can't eat a whole lot right now anyways. I DO need to make a priority of calling this week to schedule a meeting with the surgeon regarding my gall bladder. Blech.
My other goal for the week is to get our library in order. I know that will keep me moving, as I have a lot of organizing and still some unpacking to do in there. So, other than it being Math Week, it'll be Library Week as well. ;)
It's always fun to think of how great you are going to do in the days ahead. Just pray for me that I can continue to get the lovely rest Kindred's been giving, the delicious time in the word both morning and evening, and stay focused on keeping my eyes, hands, and body in the right direction.
Friday, July 13, 2012
Friday July 13, 2012
Today's Good Things:
Under on calories
Over on water
School and choring finished up well
23 min on Wii Fit
Better night of sleep
Shopping with my dd this evening
Today's Not So Good Things:
Still need to get more active in my day
I made great choices with eating today. No guilt. The wii has me down 2.2 pounds since my last weigh-in. I'm thrilled. I really thought I'd see a gain over the last month+. Can't believe it's been that long since I weighed myself last. It felt great to see the scale going the right way. It felt good to exercise, though I could tell I have aways to go to get strong again. I'm going to do it, though. I feel like I'm just jumping back into the momentum I started before.
Shopping tonight was almost fun. I haven't like shopping for clothes for years. So depressing to see the sizes keep going up. Tonight I moved back into the ladies sizes for my tops, out of women's sizes. That felt great. Still have so far to go. But, it was really nice to shop for clothes that have some shape to them instead of a big sheet covering my body.
I'm excited for my husband to see my new outfit. We're attending his company outing with our three oldest children next week. We'll be deep sea fishing and then going for lunch near the ocean. I wanted to wear something nice and non-frumpy. I want him to be proud of his wife, the mother of those eight children that he gets so much flack about. Now, to be sure I get a cute hair cut next week and I think we'll be good. :)
I have one week. How much can I really accomplish in a week? It feels like I can't really make a huge difference, but I've decided to give it all I have. I'm going to take some measurements tomorrow and plan to get in some decent exercise every day and see what happens. It doesn't seem like I can do enough to make a noticeable difference, but I know *I* will notice. And, for now, that's what I care about. If I attend this even with all of those professionals wearing my head high because I know I'm getting stronger, I am working hard, I have already come a long way, AND I have an amazing family to be proud of, then the day will be a complete success.
Can you tell I've never attended a company event like this? Yes, I'm shaking at my keyboard and talking big to keep myself psyched up. It can work, though. ;) That and keeping my eyes focused on where my real worth lies.
He must become greater, I must become less.
Under on calories
Over on water
School and choring finished up well
23 min on Wii Fit
Better night of sleep
Shopping with my dd this evening
Today's Not So Good Things:
Still need to get more active in my day
I made great choices with eating today. No guilt. The wii has me down 2.2 pounds since my last weigh-in. I'm thrilled. I really thought I'd see a gain over the last month+. Can't believe it's been that long since I weighed myself last. It felt great to see the scale going the right way. It felt good to exercise, though I could tell I have aways to go to get strong again. I'm going to do it, though. I feel like I'm just jumping back into the momentum I started before.
Shopping tonight was almost fun. I haven't like shopping for clothes for years. So depressing to see the sizes keep going up. Tonight I moved back into the ladies sizes for my tops, out of women's sizes. That felt great. Still have so far to go. But, it was really nice to shop for clothes that have some shape to them instead of a big sheet covering my body.
I'm excited for my husband to see my new outfit. We're attending his company outing with our three oldest children next week. We'll be deep sea fishing and then going for lunch near the ocean. I wanted to wear something nice and non-frumpy. I want him to be proud of his wife, the mother of those eight children that he gets so much flack about. Now, to be sure I get a cute hair cut next week and I think we'll be good. :)
I have one week. How much can I really accomplish in a week? It feels like I can't really make a huge difference, but I've decided to give it all I have. I'm going to take some measurements tomorrow and plan to get in some decent exercise every day and see what happens. It doesn't seem like I can do enough to make a noticeable difference, but I know *I* will notice. And, for now, that's what I care about. If I attend this even with all of those professionals wearing my head high because I know I'm getting stronger, I am working hard, I have already come a long way, AND I have an amazing family to be proud of, then the day will be a complete success.
Can you tell I've never attended a company event like this? Yes, I'm shaking at my keyboard and talking big to keep myself psyched up. It can work, though. ;) That and keeping my eyes focused on where my real worth lies.
He must become greater, I must become less.
Monday, May 28, 2012
Monday, May 28 2012 - New Start
Today's Good Things:
Took some extra time to nap on my husband's last day off of work
Ate my oatmeal this morning ;)
Did some kitchen clean up, laundry chores, and sweeping around the house today
Today's Not So Good Things:
Cookies for dessert. Sigh. (there are NO more cookies in the house anymore, thankfully)
Massive headache and neckpain since yesterday. Ouch.
So, I got on the scale today. Drumroll please.......209lbs.
I'm down 19 pounds from my last OB weigh-in!! I canNOT believe it! They said I was heavy on fluid and I guess they were right! My lowest point of weight loss before I got pregnant was 206, but I had gained back a couple pounds by the time I had a positive test. I can't believe I'm back at my starting point again. What a gift!!
So, now I've got another great source of motivation and I'm so happy. That mountain I climbed doesn't have to be climbed again. I can start where I left off and keep pressing on. I do, however, need to rebuild the strength that I lost while dealing with my pregnancy. That's going to be a challenge, for sure. But I already know I will feel so good for doing it.
I've set my weight loss goal for 1.5 pounds down each week. I don't know how that will work these first few weeks when I'm not getting in any real exercise, but it's worth aiming for. I'm off to work on my daily/weekly goals and be sure my long term goals are still in line.
I'm excited to get back into reading everyone else's progress and joining in on the encouragement towards you ladies. :)
Took some extra time to nap on my husband's last day off of work
Ate my oatmeal this morning ;)
Did some kitchen clean up, laundry chores, and sweeping around the house today
Today's Not So Good Things:
Cookies for dessert. Sigh. (there are NO more cookies in the house anymore, thankfully)
Massive headache and neckpain since yesterday. Ouch.
So, I got on the scale today. Drumroll please.......209lbs.
I'm down 19 pounds from my last OB weigh-in!! I canNOT believe it! They said I was heavy on fluid and I guess they were right! My lowest point of weight loss before I got pregnant was 206, but I had gained back a couple pounds by the time I had a positive test. I can't believe I'm back at my starting point again. What a gift!!
So, now I've got another great source of motivation and I'm so happy. That mountain I climbed doesn't have to be climbed again. I can start where I left off and keep pressing on. I do, however, need to rebuild the strength that I lost while dealing with my pregnancy. That's going to be a challenge, for sure. But I already know I will feel so good for doing it.
I've set my weight loss goal for 1.5 pounds down each week. I don't know how that will work these first few weeks when I'm not getting in any real exercise, but it's worth aiming for. I'm off to work on my daily/weekly goals and be sure my long term goals are still in line.
I'm excited to get back into reading everyone else's progress and joining in on the encouragement towards you ladies. :)
Tuesday, February 7, 2012
Tuesday February 7, 2012
Today's Good Things:
Good start to our day - the children especially had a strong start with choring and such even if we were behind the clock)
My numbers have been ideal, lower than I've ever seen with the new meter
MUCH better day with the boys today....and answer to many prayers
Stayed right with my one boy and helped him through his biggest school struggles
Big score at the thrift store today
Today's Not So Good Things:
No exercise
Dinner hour should have been renamed Crazy Hour. Yikes.
Attitudes may have been good, but the diligence and thoroughness for work is still lacking big time
Thank you so much for your empathy and prayer for us, ladies. Today was much, much better for everyone. I saw real humility and it made all the difference. We still have a long way to go, but at least there is hope that it's possible again. Please continue to pray for my heart to remain tender and willing to press on sowing these seeds of faith, even in tears. "Those who sow in tears shall reap with joyful shouting. (She) who goes to and fro weeping, carrying her bag of seed, shall indeed come again with a shout of joy, bringing her sheaves with (her)." Psalm 126:5 (this verse has been posted in my home for years. I am putting it up again to encourage me through this difficult season.)
Tonight we enjoyed one of our favorites, Chinese Cabbage Salad. I posted the recipe on my recipe page. We were blessed with a huge bag of shredded cabbage this week, so we had enough to make another large salad for David to take to work to share with the other Bean-Counters. I'm still trying to send at least one thing a week for him to bless his co-workers.
This week is another one filled with activities and meetings. I'm starting to feel like I am not home enough to keep up with the most pressing issues of our days. I need to pray about how to best handle this, as each activity is important in our family. Thankfully, I've been able to stick with my diet through the busy-ness.
It's great to hear so many of you are seeing the scale go down, the inches disappear, and noticeable changes in your bodies, both in appearance and in how you feel. You are all doing wonderful and are motivating me to get right on my new goals in just a few short months. :)
Good start to our day - the children especially had a strong start with choring and such even if we were behind the clock)
My numbers have been ideal, lower than I've ever seen with the new meter
MUCH better day with the boys today....and answer to many prayers
Stayed right with my one boy and helped him through his biggest school struggles
Big score at the thrift store today
Today's Not So Good Things:
No exercise
Dinner hour should have been renamed Crazy Hour. Yikes.
Attitudes may have been good, but the diligence and thoroughness for work is still lacking big time
Thank you so much for your empathy and prayer for us, ladies. Today was much, much better for everyone. I saw real humility and it made all the difference. We still have a long way to go, but at least there is hope that it's possible again. Please continue to pray for my heart to remain tender and willing to press on sowing these seeds of faith, even in tears. "Those who sow in tears shall reap with joyful shouting. (She) who goes to and fro weeping, carrying her bag of seed, shall indeed come again with a shout of joy, bringing her sheaves with (her)." Psalm 126:5 (this verse has been posted in my home for years. I am putting it up again to encourage me through this difficult season.)
Tonight we enjoyed one of our favorites, Chinese Cabbage Salad. I posted the recipe on my recipe page. We were blessed with a huge bag of shredded cabbage this week, so we had enough to make another large salad for David to take to work to share with the other Bean-Counters. I'm still trying to send at least one thing a week for him to bless his co-workers.
This week is another one filled with activities and meetings. I'm starting to feel like I am not home enough to keep up with the most pressing issues of our days. I need to pray about how to best handle this, as each activity is important in our family. Thankfully, I've been able to stick with my diet through the busy-ness.
It's great to hear so many of you are seeing the scale go down, the inches disappear, and noticeable changes in your bodies, both in appearance and in how you feel. You are all doing wonderful and are motivating me to get right on my new goals in just a few short months. :)
Monday, January 30, 2012
Monday January 30, 2012
Today's Good Things:
Up on time - 5:30
Morning pilates/stretch (10min)
Bible/reading
Dh's lunch and dinner packed
Morning 15 (17 actually ;) ) by way of EA Sports Active
Stayed on track with menu
Afternoon 15 by way of getting out for my mile walk
Evening 15 by way of wii fit (20min actually)
Today's Not So Good Things:
Major attitudes to deal with from my boys today. I'm looking into putting them on a sugar fast for the week. Something's gotta give regarding their demeanor and concentration.
Numbers better, but fasting still bad
Today's Food Choices and Blood Sugars:
Fasting: 104
Breakfast: 2oz turkey ham, 2 oz cheddar cheese, half rye krisp cracker, decaf
After: 104
Snack: cheese stick, 1 slice hm banana bread w/ butter
Lunch: 1 chicken thigh, 2/3 cup(ish) ranch beans with shredded cheddar and turkey, half grapefruit
After: 102
Snack: Apple with peanut butter, handfull of cheeze-its
Dinner: 4oz (or so) of chicken breast, garlic pasta (about 1/2 cup pasta tossed with butter, seasonings, mixed vegies and diced chicken making about 1 cup total portion), 3/4 cup greek plain ff yogurt, 1/2 cup frozen fruit
After: 124
Snack: Still deciding
Water throughout the day
I've been reading some and have decided to work on eliminating grains as much as possible from my day. I'm still getting in carbs by way of beans, vegies and fruit, but it appears that the grains are giving me trouble. I couldn't find enough vegies to fill my plate tonight at dinner so I went with a small portion of pasta, which was clearly a mistake. It's interesting to me to see how my body does when the carbs are completely gone in a meal. I'm going to keep playing with that. Still thinking about what I'm going to have for my snack tonight. I really wish I could find a good way to get that fasting number down.
I'm feeling swollen, though. I think all the cheese and meats I've been eating for protein are overload on my salt. My rings are tight and my hands feel puffy. Not liking that feeling.
I'm super excited that I got in all my 15's today! Especially that I got my backside out the door for my afternoon mile. It was very refreshing to get the fresh air although I had to be super careful with so much ice out there. Good start today. Good start. :)
Up on time - 5:30
Morning pilates/stretch (10min)
Bible/reading
Dh's lunch and dinner packed
Morning 15 (17 actually ;) ) by way of EA Sports Active
Stayed on track with menu
Afternoon 15 by way of getting out for my mile walk
Evening 15 by way of wii fit (20min actually)
Today's Not So Good Things:
Major attitudes to deal with from my boys today. I'm looking into putting them on a sugar fast for the week. Something's gotta give regarding their demeanor and concentration.
Numbers better, but fasting still bad
Today's Food Choices and Blood Sugars:
Fasting: 104
Breakfast: 2oz turkey ham, 2 oz cheddar cheese, half rye krisp cracker, decaf
After: 104
Snack: cheese stick, 1 slice hm banana bread w/ butter
Lunch: 1 chicken thigh, 2/3 cup(ish) ranch beans with shredded cheddar and turkey, half grapefruit
After: 102
Snack: Apple with peanut butter, handfull of cheeze-its
Dinner: 4oz (or so) of chicken breast, garlic pasta (about 1/2 cup pasta tossed with butter, seasonings, mixed vegies and diced chicken making about 1 cup total portion), 3/4 cup greek plain ff yogurt, 1/2 cup frozen fruit
After: 124
Snack: Still deciding
Water throughout the day
I've been reading some and have decided to work on eliminating grains as much as possible from my day. I'm still getting in carbs by way of beans, vegies and fruit, but it appears that the grains are giving me trouble. I couldn't find enough vegies to fill my plate tonight at dinner so I went with a small portion of pasta, which was clearly a mistake. It's interesting to me to see how my body does when the carbs are completely gone in a meal. I'm going to keep playing with that. Still thinking about what I'm going to have for my snack tonight. I really wish I could find a good way to get that fasting number down.
I'm feeling swollen, though. I think all the cheese and meats I've been eating for protein are overload on my salt. My rings are tight and my hands feel puffy. Not liking that feeling.
I'm super excited that I got in all my 15's today! Especially that I got my backside out the door for my afternoon mile. It was very refreshing to get the fresh air although I had to be super careful with so much ice out there. Good start today. Good start. :)
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