Been sick

I promise I didn't drop off the earth after my last post.  My family got the "sick bug".  First it started Wednesday night with Trinity, Friday night with me (took me till today to feeling normal), Saturday my mom (who normally babysits) and my husband (Trinity had her first spend the night away from home), Sunday my dad (Trinity was over at there house last week) and then today my mother-in-law (she kept Trinity Saturday when both me and my husband was running fevers).  I promise I will be back on as soon as everybody is well again. 

One good thing (I think?) I did loose 6 pounds during this sickness!  At least there is something from it.....Now if it will just not return!!!!!!!!

I am ashamed

This is a rare thing for me....to let down my guard.....to be vulnerable..to confess....but I am ashamed.

When I graduated high school I weighted a mere 96 pounds.  I remember folks would fuss at me that I needed to put some "meat on my bones".  22 years later and fixing to turn "40" this year, I realize that I don't think they meant this much "meat". 

I have allowed myself to play games with my health.  Using the excuse that tomorrow I would start to watch what I eat, to exercise, to get healthy.  I have lied to myself for so long that I'm so overwhelmed with what is really in front of me.

Its not a mid-life crisis...its tired of being tired all the time, being winded when I play with my little girl, climbing up the steps to church and feeling like I need a break, of my knees and back hurting, of not being in the mood, of being worried if the chest pain and tightening I'm feeling is a heart attack, worrying that I've got diabetes like my parents, worrying if I will see my daughter grow up, and the list goes on.

I've yo-yo diet for so long, not sticking with anything....in my head I know what I need to do - its just getting it out without becoming so overwhelmed that I want to throw in the towel immediately. 

I was reading a blog post this morning from a few days ago, Prior Fat Girl and she said the following:

"A raw moment in life when all of a sudden, I realized that I was responsible for who I am. I allowed myself to look in the mirror and stop playing games. I started to fight because I knew I had no other option. It was either allow myself to continue to complain about how unhappy I was…or do something about it.
I started my healthiness journey because I had a choice. As I sit here today, I am reminded about why this healthiness journey is so important. I am reminded about why I began, and why forever, it is important for me to keep close to my heart, those feelings about why I started."

Unfortunately I haven't started but everything she said made sense.....I do need to stop playing game with my health/weight.  I need to start to fight.  There is no other option.  I must do something about it. I have a choice.

At this point I am sad, I am hurt, I am mad - I am ashamed.

I am hoping that it takes these feelings to fire me up and get me off my butt and do something about it. About all this weight, about being unhealthy.

So now I am face with the overwhelming thought "what is the starting point".................any suggestions?

I must be brave.........

I hate pictures of myself and yet I'm getting ready to do something that I hope is going to help me stay accountable.  I joined the "Pound for Pound" Challenge and pledged to loose 30 pounds by the end of June.  (You can view my ticker at the bottom to see how I am doing!)

Here is a picture of me in April 2009 (2 months pregnant), end of October (9 months pregnant) and now (taken just last week).  Along with my weigh posted. 

Prior to being pregnant, my weigh yo-yoed (is that a word?) from 165 to 175.  Up and Down, Up and Down.  I gained a total of 15 pounds during my pregnancy and as mentioned in other post, I dealt with gestastional diabetes and after giving birth with high blood pressure.  At this time both are gone!  Yeah!

However with both my parents being diabetics, I really need to get a grip on my weight.  I want to be a positive influence on my daughter so I figured now is the time (while she is still an infant) to change my eating habits, get more active, and to loose weight.  So that as she gets older I can be a positve role model!!

I haven't posted my 2010 goals but will shortly which will give more detail as to how I plan to "Take Control" and loose weight!!

Since January 1st, I've lost 2.5 pounds!  Yeah!!  Kudos!!!

I've Done It!

I've pledged to loose 30 pounds on the "Pound to Pound" Biggest Loser Challenge.

49 million Americans struggled to get enough to eat in 2008, the highest total in 14 years.

Biggest Looser (my favorite reality show)is encouraging Americans to fight hunger in their own communities and help Feeding America deliver millions of pounds of groceries to local food banks by joining the Pound For Pound Challenge.

You can pledge to lose weight online at http://www.pfpchallenge.com/

For every pound lost, General Mills will donate $0.14 to Feeding America, enough to deliver one pound of groceries to a local food bank.

Last year the Pound For Pound Challenge helped deliver more than 3.5 million pounds of groceries to local food banks.

This is the second year of the Pound For Pound Challenge and it kicked off this week. There is still time to pledge.

You can make a difference in your life, as well as the lives of those in your community.

Stay tune and I'll keep you up-to-date with how I do.....meanwhile - if your in the process of dieting, eating healthier, or getting fit..GO PLEDGE!!!!

Updates

As of today we have 12 more weeks before due date (Nov 2th).

Baby is doing great - growing like normal.

Mommy - well.....we found out last week that I have gestational diabetes. The first two days I was miserable. They had me on too much medicine but they have cut that back now so I'm doing much better. On a pretty strict diet so we've got to really plan out our meals (which is something I've really wanted to do anyway!).

I will try to post some pics soon - working off of two different computers.

We are slowly getting things ready for Ms. Trinity. We do have the storage building cleaned out and the kitchen is now ready with room for a high chair and baby supplies. Next week I'm going to get her bathroom ready and we will actually start cleaning out what will become her room. (something both Mike and I have both been dreading!!!)

You never know how much stuff you accumulate until you need more room!

Well guess I will go for now..I'll post more later.

Life

I know it's been awhile since my last posting. I'll try to update as much as possible before supper is done!

I'm now at 12 weeks in the pregnancy! 1st trimester almost done! It's hard to believe only 6 more months! It's passing so quickly. I'm doing good. I've started getting my energy back. I was sick this past week with what we believe started as allergies/sinus issues but turned into bronchitis.

We go back to the doctor next week so I'll have more info then hopefully!

I've gained only 5 pounds since finding out I'm pregnant! My midwife wants me to gain 25-30 pounds - and this hard to deal with after years of NOT trying to gain weight! My eating habits have changed - only real cravings have been "tomatoe and/or tomatoe products"! I'm so ready for the gardening season!

Ball season has started again. Mike had a tournament this past weekend and I didn't get to attend due to being sick. boo! hoo! Still no luck in the job department for Mike but God is providing! And who knows what God has planned for the future! He's also getting ready to have a full plate with fixing the home for baby!! Much to his enjoyment! HA! HA!

One of our small groups (Crazy Love/Mad Hope) just did our first ever "Bumper Crop". We handed out 130 bags of groceries to various needy neighborhoods in our community. This was very awesome. Also this coming Saturday we will be holding a "special" yard sale (more info later on!)

Our main small group "The Gathering", next month, will have been meeting for 3 full years now! That's pretty cool!

Also next month, my work will have joined Novant for a full year. This means that I have been a practice manager for a year now. The job is still stressful but at least it is managable now. I do enjoy what I do and that's a major plus!

Our church is now doing their own podcast - you can check out here!

All the animals(babies) are doing well! Spoiled as ever!

Well I guess that is all for now...Mike's got supper ready! I'll try to update more often!

Where I've Been...

Well mostly sleeping since the last post. The little squirt is draining all my energy. I've talked to several ladies who says this is normal! Just a few updates...

Had a scare last weekend with a little blood so I went this past Tuesday to get everything checked out even though my original appointment wasn't scheduled until March 30th. While we were there my midwife went ahead and did a complete exam along with sono pics (see below).

Everything is in perfect shape and working order. The blood issue was pretty normal - she thinks it was the actual implementation of the egg to the uterus. The little baby is the size of a peanut (without the shell). There was a strong heartbeat.

This all made everything pretty real! We are real excited!

So far there has only been one day of queasiness/morning sickness. I'm eat saltines before getting up each morning just to make sure!

I'll try to post more often....hope you like the pics!!!

My life changed since my last post...

No not due to the stolen wallet - even though parts of that has been a pain.

Guess what?

I'm so happy to announce....

I'm pregnant!!!

After 8 years of "trying" - God has blessed us with the gift of a child!

I'm still in shock........I keep waiting for someone to call me and say..I'm sorry your blood test was wrong! But it's true...I'm pregnant!

I'm excited, scared, happy, etc. etc.

We had pretty much given up and was looking into adoption/fostering (I still think this is in our future - just maybe waiting awhile longer!). All weekend I figured it was just the stress from the stolen wallet but then on Monday at lunch I decided to take a urine test at work.

I was shaking so much after getting the results. I had to call my doctor into the room and ask if I was seeing this correctly. He said yes...but they have been known not to be accurate. So I called my husband and we went to the hospital immediately to have a blood test and well.....I'm pregnant!!

I know our life is getting ready to change...and change drastically! But it is all in God's hands and I trust in Him!!!

Gotta go for now...I'll keep you posted!

Eating right and recipe

For 2009 (as always) we are trying to loose weight and maintain a healthy lifestyle. Right now I'm really trying to get in my veggies and make sure hubby's getting his. I love vegetables so other than time being a barrier it's really no problem for me. Hubby however is not a veggie person! So I'm trying to disguise veggies into his meal.

I'm not sure where I got this recipe but it's pretty good. We both love potatoes. Either done as fries, hot chips, mashed, baked, etc. I'm trying to limit my potatoe intake and I remember I had copied and saved this on my pc.

"Chips" Instead of potatoe it uses a butternut squash. They don't get really crispy but they are good dipped in ketchup and still have the same texture as fries. Hope you enjoy!

one butternut squash, peeled and sliced into chip size shapes
sea salt
Olive oil Pam spray

Preheat oven to 450 degrees. After peeling sqash and removing the seeds, slice into chip shape (you could also do fry shape if wanted). Pat dry with a paper towel to absorb any excess moisture. Place squash in a bowl and add a light mist of nonstick olive oil spray. Sprinkle with salt. Toss squash to evenly distribute oil and salt. Lay flat on a baking sheet that has been sprayed with olive oil. Bake in a oven for 20 minutes or so, flipping halfway through baking time. Fries are done when they start to brown on the edges. Use ketchup for dipping.

Enjoy.

My husband is trying to kill me and other randomness...

Yeah you read the title correct!

We started going to the gym this week. My husband is doing and wanting me to do the "Body for Life" workout plan. Today was lower body. Every step I take, my legs scream in agony. Okay maybe that's alittle of the drama queen coming out in me.

We're getting to the gym around 5:30 every morning (I know...only crazy people are up that early - and to work out?). It's actually been pretty fun working out together.

As for work...I am out for 4 days! Yeah! We also are going to be in the parade Monday evening (another symptom of the craziness disease!).

It's hard to beleive its the holidays already. but I'm very ready for turkey tomorrow - and potatoe salad, green beans, etc!!!

Nikki (our 9 mth old pup) was 87 pounds two weeks ago when we took her to the vet. Earlier tonight I laid a blanket in the floor with pillows to watch a movie. I got up alittle while ago to call my mom to confirm time for tomorrow and I have lost my place on the floor. She's laying stretched out on my blanket with her head on my pillows...probably drooling! Oh well...as long as she's comfortable right!

Well I want to wish everyone a HAPPY AND SAFE THANKSGIVING!!!!

Meatless Mondays

I just got through reading a entry at Green Thinking Blog that talked about going meatless one day a week. That by doing this we could help reduce climate change and global warming. It states that meat production produces about one-fifth of the world’s greenhouse gas emissions.

Hmm....here's another small way to help save God's planet!

When I was going to the local Weight Watchers Meeting (noticed I said going to – no more – whole other thing to blog about) our leader became a vegetarian due to a book she read that discussed process of the meat we buy at supermarkets. She also did share with us some of the benefits in her hair, skin, and energy level by doing so.
I don’t necessarily want to become a vegetarian (not that anything is wrong with that) ….I just like my poultry and seafood too much.

Their was even a campaign called “Meatless Mondays”. Go over and take a look at their challenge. I would love to participate but I’ve got a lot on my plate. They do have some pretty good looking recipes. I think I’m going to steal their title for my Monday posts. Starting next week, I’m going to try to use this day as our “meatless days” (sorry babe..I know you wont be too excited about this – you’re a meat & potato man! – You’ll survive). I’ll keep you posted on how it goes.

I think I'm going to try the Oval Office Enchiladas next Monday.

Other updates

Hubby mentioned that I only updated regarding the last two days…..so thought I would come back since I’ve got nothing but time on my hands right now…..

Hubby still unemployed at this time. He has an interview Monday at 9am. I’ve been okay with him being out right now. God has continued to provide for us. We’ve spent more time at home, more time with each other and have broken several bad habits such as eating out every Sunday after church!!! Now when we go to eat out after church – its something special.

Working as an engineer may not be what God has planned for him. The reason I say this is that my husband has been given a special gift of “preaching”, “talking” (I’m not sure which to call it) and writing. He has spoke (and has a passion for it) at many wiffleball games, softball games, and even asked to do devotions for half-time at a children’s flag football game. He is so “alive” and “passionate” when he is preparing, working on, and doing a “talk”. He’s uncomfortable with calling it “preaching” for some reason. The neat thing is that I’ve noticed - he has a following! By this I mean, he has connected with a group of guys (and gals) that love to hear him speak. They really listen to what he says – because they ask questions, they research and discuss the things he’s mentioned with him and others. It’s really neat.

He’s also gifted at writing. When he was working he was doing a weekly “My thoughts”. Unfortunately for me, he would take things that was happening in his life (even the dumb things I sometimes do!!!!) and writing about how he sees Jesus in those situation or what he felt like Jesus’ was telling him during those situations. Basically he was sharing his life! He was allowing others to see him and how Christ is in and working in his life. Now this can be scary at times – because it means admitting that sometimes things happen because of our bad decisions or because we weren’t listening to God. This really makes you vulnerable and also it holds you accountable to what you do in your life.

So we’ll see what happens……If he is meant to work as an engineer, God will provide him one and if God wants him to do other stuff that will be shown. We’re just going to F.R.O.G. it! (Fully Rely on God!)

As far as a new house – we’ve still put it on hold. I’m not sure what we’re supposed to do. Originally we were thinking we were going to look into a modular home where we currently live and build a barn (we love our neighbors and we’re close to hubby’s parents, Winston, etc.) but it’s going to require a lot of money and time! After this weekend of practically living at my parent’s cause of a sick horse – we’ve actually thought about finding a place closer to them and the barn. If we do that, our horses can stay where they are – with Dad’s horses and we wouldn’t have to build a barn. So we’ll pray about and there again F.R.O.G. it too!

Adoption – I still feel that God has called us to adopt. He’s provided us with too many signs. We are now currently praying for God to show us if international adoption is the direction we are suppose to go or does he have other plans. Again F.R.O.G. this too!

My work is still busy and stressful but it is starting to develop a flow about it! I’m still working a lot of hours but I’m slowly cutting back a little each week.

Healthy living – I’m down to 166 ½! Which is great compared to the 178 I was back in November of last year! Still doing Weight Watchers – well trying to also. During the summer I do really good on the veggies – have a harder time with protein though. But hanging in there!

Simply living – We are still using our filter water pitcher and tap water – Huge savings since going this route! And we are not accumulating all those plastic water bottles. I still every now and then buy bottle water at a ballgame if I forget to bring my Sigg bottle already filled from our tap!

Other areas for living simple - We bought our containers last week to begin recycling. We are trying to buy less 2 litter bottles of diet soda and have gone to cans – you can find these on sale more and aluminum is easier to recycle and better for the earth. We’ve slowly started with couponing – haven’t quite got the knack for it yet. But we’re trying.

Update on the other animals - I’ll post pics soon of Nikki – she’s growing like a weed. We took her last week to the vet for the last round of her puppy boosters and she weighed 49 lbs. I was telling everyone she was 6 months old but actually she was born the week of Valentine’s Day – so she is only 4 ½ months old! Oh my!

She loves to cuddle and if hubby does go to work – I think both Nikki and hubby are going to have separation anxiety!!!

The two indoor cats (Bobo and Motts) are doing well – they’ve really gotten use to Nikki – their now to the point where they anticipate when she’s going to want to play with them. They hurry up and get out of her way!!

Lucky, our outdoor dog currently is having an ear infection, so hubby has to wash out his ear and apply meds daily with him. But otherwise he is doing well!

The other two horses (Jesse and Rascals) are doing well. We haven’t got to do much riding due to gas prices being so high and limited budget!

I think this covers everything….I’ll try not to wait so long to post next time!

It's been awhile....quick update

Hey everyone. I know its been awhile since I've blogged. Thought I would drop a quick update.

WORK - We are now officially part of Novant Health. I'm in my new position as Practice (Office) Manager. I'm pulling long hours. I'm going in a 7:30am, taking about 30 minutes (if that!) lunch and leaving either 6pm or 6:30pm. I use to have Friday afternoon's off but have worked the last two so far. I'm hoping that once we start getting into a routine, maybe the hours wont be so long.

HOME - Ball season is back in for hubby. He's at a tournament now, played one last weekend, been playing on the city spring league for past three weeks and church spring league starts this coming week! Whew! I'm tired just typing all that!

NIKKI - Our new puppy is still growing. She's around 11 weeks old. I actually had to take her to the vet this morning. I could tell something was wrong. At first before the test came back, the vet was concerned it was parvo or that she had ate one of the cats toys. She was vomitting and had runny poop. She acted like she was miserable. Come to find out she has pin and tape worms. So they have given her some meds and she's acting alittle better now. She weighted 26#'s today. That's 6 more than two weeks ago. She's averaging around 3-4 pounds a week. She was a monster compared to all the other little pups in the office.

WEIGHT/BEING HEALTHY - I actually this past Friday joined the actual WW meetings at our local hospital. There from noon to one. I still have my online tools also but didn't have the accountability that I need from online. So I'm giving the actual meetings a chance now. My wonderful mother-in-law provided me with all my books and tools. The cool thing was that I weighed myself yesterday morning before getting dressed for work - 171. I knew that due to the busyness I hadn't been eating great. Hotdogs at the ballpark, etc. If I ate at all. I had a slim fast for breakfast that morning and then I went in to weigh in at the hospital. Mitzi's (WW Counselor) scale said 169.5...yahoo! I was so happy..and it's the first day. I have been thinking that I was stuck in the 170's forever. I got to the 169 mark a month or so ago but never expected to start off there when I went to the meeting. I was soooooo happppppppyyyyyyy! I'm hoping that now that I will be weighing in front of someone, I'll be inspired to really try hard no matter what is going on in my life.

LIVING SIMPLY - We are still using our filter water pitcher and have only bought bottled water once for a ball game. I've still got to purchase us some of the SIGG bottles to use. (hmm....may do right now while I'm thinking of it..) I fixing to go an start not buying 2 litter soft drinks so that we wont have the plastic. I'm going to go to cans - easier for me to recycle - my cousins (who works with me) father-in-law collects cans and then takes them to the recyclers for money. He has huge garbage bags in his garage. Monthly he takes them, cashes them in, and then puts the money in his two (soon to be three) grand kids banking accounts. I don't have the time (I know, I know....all you really true green fanatics, I should be doing this also to be thrifty....small steps first)but I can take them to her at work weekly and let her take them to her father-in-laws. I haven't planted a garden yet this year but that's okay...my father has gone overboard with the planting and since my mom loves to can what he grows, I'm trying to work up a way to buy from them. What better way then support your own parents and get good groceries at the same time!! I'm still hoping to plant a few tomato plants - I love tomato sandwiches! Yum Yum. I'm really hoping to setup a means to recycle paper and plastic better at the house in the next few weeks - any suggestions are welcomed!

Well guess that's all for now...I'll try not to wait so long before I blog again....Bye!!!!!!

Updates

Well we took the animals to the vet this past Thursday. Lucky has an ear infection that we have to doctor on for about a week. He's gained 10 lbs since last year's visit - but the doctor said it was good on him. Nikki has gained 8 lbs in the past two weeks. She's now 20 lbs at 8-9 wks old! I swear she is growing an inch every day. Bobo wasn't happy about going to the vet but did fairly well.

We go back in three-four weeks for another round of puppy shots and will be taking Mott (diabetic cat) with us this time.

Other updates in life is that my brother has a new girlfriend. Don't know alot about her just yet. More information later.

I've taken a break from stressing out over my food/weight issues. Starting to put in some long hours at the office...I'm ready for a vacation!!!

I've definately got spring fever...every weekend that we've had free and could work in the yard/garden it's rain...Not that I'm complaining - we've needed the rain. But I really want to grow something!!!

I'll post more later....see ya!

Weight Loss Blog...And This Blog

At this time I am merging my weight loss blog into this one. Instead of keeping up with two different blogs, I think it will be easier for me just to use tags instead. I'm re-grouping on dealing with my health and it really needs to be apart of my normal life - not a seperate part....so if you had my weight loss blog bookmarked...you will want to change it to this one!!!

Stay tune for more info and to review my previous travels down the weight loss road - click on the tag "Health".

Re-Grouping

I'm sorry for the last post - alittle ranting, I know. I also want to thank everyone for the encouraging comments! Cammy was right when she said that I need to relax and breathe.

It's been over a week since my last post. Work has calmed down quite a bit. We were suppose to be going horseriding/camping this weekend but we've got much needed rain in the forecast and some issues with state laws & horse trailers so we've cancelled that out - so I kindof have a free weekend! Still need to clean house, organize, etc but I'm hoping to re-group this weekend, stock up on healthy stuff, clean out bad food from cabinets and fridge, create meal plan, and clean up around treadmill (enough where it's not a clothes holder anymore!) with a plan to use it starting next week.

Cammy mentioned about being tensed up - I've gotten caught up in the numbers that I really feel I may be sabatoging myself also. So I'm going to step back, breathe, relax, and determine how I really and truly want to approach this. I need a way that I feel comfortable with, that I don't set myself up for failure, and most important......I need to turn over and trust God for my results!

He has alot planned for me and He needs me healthy to carry those plans out. I can't worry and get all uptight about it - I need to surrender it to Him and listen for His guidance on how to handle. He'll show me what I need to do and He'll provide me with the strength and willpower needed to do it.

I'll keep everyone updated!!!!!!!!!

Comments:


Cammy said...
That's the spirit! You'll be on your best path before you know it!

April 3, 2008 9:16 PM

I need help!!!!!!

I have absolutely no willpower or self-discipline. I really suck at weight loss and healthy eating. I'll do good for a week or two, then jump completely off the wagon for a week or so. I've done this my whole life. If I can't do it all the way, I'll just chunk it all and give up. Then I feel guilty and start back eating correctly. I'll do it for a week or two (depending on how our schedule goes) and do really good. Then I start the circle again. It's aggravating. I thought WW would help but I get so busy at work, home and other areas of life that I don't get to sign on and complete my food list. Then a week goes by. I've tried the mini goals....doesn't help. I've tried just counting points without writing everything down...doesn't help...I forget! I just want to come off the merry-go-round. Ugh!!!

Sorry for the ranting...just needed to get it out of my system!

Comments:


Cammy said...
You've come to the right place! :)

First of all, relax. Deep breaths.
The answer is inside you, waiting for you to discover your "best way". It will not come to you if you're all tensed up.

Now, you're going to think I'm crazy, but my suggestion is to forget about losing 50 pounds. That's right: fuhgeddaboutit! :)
Not to get all lecture-y on you, but your sidebar says you have cholesterol and blood sugar issues. I honestly believe that if you focus on treating those problems by choosing lower fat/lower sugar options (lean protein, veggies, whole grains, etc.) as often as you can, day by day by day, you will see more success in the long run.

It's not an issue of willpower or self-discipline; it's an issue of survival, and I believe (again, with all my heart) that you have it in you to survive. In style! :)

Here, if you need me....

March 25, 2008 8:33 PM

Lelia Chealey said...
Hello Friend!
I'm doing First Place right now...all Bible based & it's awesome. www.firstplace.org
Check it out!

March 27, 2008 10:56 PM

Mini Goals for Week

Stepped on the scale this morning…..171. I posted last night that I was going to sit down and write out my goals….Well….I had good intentions but actually worked on some stuff for work and didn’t get to me. This is a very bad habit of mine. I always put myself last.

I know that as a Christian I am to focus on serving others….the thing of it is….is that if I don’t take care of myself there will be no me to serve others with.

For example, last week we were in Nashville on a business/pleasure trip and this weekend hubby was diagnosed with the flu, so we haven’t been to the grocery store. I took the last of the cereal and soy milk to work with me this morning to eat. I got to work, took my blood sugar (110), and then ate breakfast. Things were pretty crazy at work (phones ringing off the hook, patients wanting appointments immediately, etc). At 11:45 I immediately got to shaking like a leaf in a hurricane. I couldn’t control it. I realized wow….I didn’t take a morning break and it was lunch time. I took my blood sugar again and it was 73. Big drop…and my body was telling me so. I just in the last four weeks got my blood glucose within range. URGH!!!!!!!!!!

I didn’t panic even though it actually felt like an anxiety attack was getting ready to come on. I felt my insides shaking, felt like my teeth were going to start rattling in my head. I wanted to cry uncontrollably. Crazy huh? So I grabbed a spoonful of peanut butter that had honey in it from the kitchen and 2 small cookies. After a few minutes, my body settled down.

Why did all this happen? One – I didn’t plan out my meals for the week including snacks for work. So all I had was cereal (carbs) that spiked my sugar quickly and then dropped quickly. Two – I didn’t take a morning break. I was (until last week) making sure that I ate breakfast (8am), lite am snack (10) lunch (12) lite pm snack (2 or 3), dinner (5-6) and then if need a really lite late pm snack (8). This keeps my blood sugar stable, the munchies from hitting, and definitely the shaking away. Three – I also in the last week and half have not been getting in my water!!!

So my mini goals for this week:
1. Plan out my meals and snacks.
2. Record my meals and snacks online WW.
3. Drink at least 8 glasses water.
4. Make sure my meals and snacks don’t include a lot of bad carbs.
5. Make sure I take my breaks and not let time get away from me.

I’m very thankful that we were given the opportunity to mix a mini vacation in hubby’s business trip, I feel like I mentally needed to get away. Next time I’ll know to plan my meals better and to definitely make sure that when I return I immediately start back on track!!!

I’ll update everyone more as this week goes………See ya later alligator!!


Comments:

Katy said...
THANKS FOR THE COMPLIMENT!

MEAL PLANNING IS ESSENTIAL TO ME TOO!

GOOD LUCK THIS WEEK AND MAKE SURE TO MAKE YOURSELF A PRIORITY!

February 27, 2008 11:25 AM
Cammy said...
I think these ooops! moments provide the most life-changing results. Good for YOU for analyzing what went wrong and then developing a plan for dealing with it!

March 2, 2008 6:25 PM

Status…Off Wagon, On Wagon, Off Wagon, Can’t Find Wagon…

Okay, I’ve got to get back on track. Sickness, trips out of town, stress at work, etc. Have all been excuses. Now it’s time to put on my big girl panties and get to work!

I’ve updated my sidebar status….I’ve added what I was originally before joining WW (182), what my start weigh was for WW (178) and what my last weigh-in was on Feb 11th (169.5). I’ve also changed from a timeline (caused me to feel very pressured) to just having mini goals listed.

Tonight I’m going to sit down and determine a day to day plan to help me meet those mini goals. I’ll post more later!!!

Off the wagon.....Sortof!

I wasn't home yesterday to weigh in so it will be next Monday before I step on the scale. Probably a good thing. We went to Nashville this past weekend for a business/pleasure trip. I really tried to eat good, but its really hard when you eat at places you've never been to. Or at least it is for me. I love food and I love trying new and different food. I've really got to crack down the rest of the week to make up for it. So we'll see how I will do...........

Comments:

Carol said...
I never diet when I travel. I love eating the local fare. (but that's me, don't listen to me) Don't beat yourself up over this - you indulged a little (and who could blame you) and then you get back on.

Good luck! :)

February 23, 2008 2:56 AM