[Posted by Molly]
I bought a new scale today! At Costco, they have a Weight Watchers scale for only $27.99. My old scale only weighed by 1/2 lb increments and this one measures by .2 so I'm excited to have just that much more accuracy. Also, my old scale was psycho. It would tell you a different number every time you stepped on it - up to 5 lbs difference! I don't know, maybe somewhere deep in the back of my mind I think if I have a more accurate scale I could produce better numbers...
Katie called and asked me if I liked my new scale. Funny, I actually could say yes! I have never liked a scale! But at the time I was talking with her, I hadn't stepped on it yet. I just did and I have maintained since last week. Not bad considering I just had 20 people over for dinner last night.
I'll let you know how I like the WW scale. I have their food scale (which I totally LOVE) and I bought their points calculator for $12. In my opinion, light years ahead of the slider. I don't leave home without it when I'm grocery shopping. Definitely worth the $12.
February 12, 2008
New Scale!
February 5, 2008
Natural Beauty
[Posted by Molly]
Yesterday I went to the gym and did the Satan Machine and then the treadmill. I left the gym with the red face look, obviously not an ounce of makeup, sweat dripping, hair falling out of my hat getting stuck to my sweaty neck and face. Got the picture? I had to run over to my kids school and drop off lunches. I ran into a lady who had to ask me a question about something. But then she stops, stares at me one more second and then puts her hands on both of my shoulders. At this point, I have NO idea what she is doing or going to do. "You have SUCH a natural beauty!" I almost spit on her after choking with shock. My response? "Yes, and I smell very natural too!"
I waited for my husband to get home from work so he could get a picture. He got a good chuckle out of that comment also. Hopefully, my picture will bring a smile to your face- just shows you that you never REALLY know what people's perceptions are of you!
January 23, 2008
Phit-n-Phat Update
[Posted by Molly]
So I let you all know I was going to start the Phit-n-Phat training program. The reason I did was because I can't afford a trainer but I need to know what exercises to do with what. I just need someone to help coordinate my program.
Well, after spending about a week going over Corinne's exercise "bible" (literally 2 inches thick of material!) I have started! I have done one cardio workout and 2 weight lifting workouts. I even brought my binder to the gym. To be honest, I felt sort of silly doing it but I had to. Well, I first have to get used to her lingo - skull crushers - any idea what that is?! If you don't, she provides pictures of EVERYTHING she has you do. VERY informative. The workouts took me longer than planned just because I was trying to follow her plan. The workout was very good - I had a hard time walking the next day. That is a feeling I crave!
The cardio workout I thought looked relatively easy. It actually turned out to be a great workout. Different intervals on the treadmill. Basically set at the same pace but at different inclines. I did that for 30 minutes. Changing the incline often helped break up the monotony of just walking on a treadmill.
For me, I am very analytical with my workouts. I like to see improvement, the weights being used, how many times, speed increasing, etc. This program allows me to write everything down and actually see my improvement. So far, so good! I'll keep you posted...
By the way, Katie recommended Kashi Oatmeal. I got the Maple/Brown Sugar. I'm a texture freak with food so usually I shy away from lumpy, slushy, wet oatmeal. The gag reflex might start. I went out on a limb and tried it - I like it! I actually like it! I think the lumps of brown sugar I found was what made me so excited to eat it but I was able to conquer the texture. HUGE for me! And Andie (my baby) liked it!
January 17, 2008
STELLLLLLLLAAAAAA!
[Posted by Molly] Have you seen that Seifeld episode when Elaine says, "Stelllla!!!" Although I love that episode, that is not what I'm refering to. I just saw my friend Stella I haven't seen in over a year. OH MY HEAVENS! When she waved and said my name, I seriously did not even recognize her. Not at all! I can't even tell you the transformation she has had.
First, she is divorced from her husband. Not that I advocate divorce BUT she does seem more "light" - not just the pounds but emotionally too. It's like a ton of bricks off of her shoulders. Second, she las lost weight. I don't know if I can even explain this but it's not like she lost 100 lbs or something drastic like that, but she has CHANGED. Her appearance now is STUNNING. And from the inside out. Before, she wouldn't wear make up, she would just wear sweats (not really care about her appearance at all), she wouldn't smile, she didn't have any self-confidence and she just looked like a worn-out mom. Please, I'm not putting down worn out moms - that's what I look like today! Sweats, no make-up, no smile, etc.
When I saw her today she had on hip jeans, make-up, a fun haircut, highlights, high-heel boots, the coolest necklace/earrings set and you couldn't wipe off her SMILE! I would say she lost maybe 35 lbs. Definitely a significant loss. What am I trying to say? Something changed from WITHIN her. You could just FEEL it - it seriously emulated. Yes, her outside looked great but her insides were shining. I thought to myself, "I"ve been like that before in my life and I want it again!" Have any of you felt like that? Sometimes wanting to lose weight masks the other things in our life that are off balance. We all have them - I'm sure to different degrees. But when I saw Stella it just really reminded me how I want to be.
Thank you Stelllllllaaaa! (As Elaine would say...)
January 14, 2008
Traveling + Weight Loss DOESN'T = Weight Loss for Me!
[Posted by Molly]
I told you all that I was joining Phit n' Phat. I am still very excited. First of all, you need to print out over and inch of material and my printer doesn't work. Katie was out of ink so I've been waiting for her ink. I looked over her book but she keeps it pretty close to her for her workouts. And then, I've been out of town all week in Atlanta for a buying show (home decor & furniture) for my business. (Can you believe it? I put Christmas away at my home and I'm already buying for Christmas next year! Crazy! Anyone curious about the upcoming trends? Bright, fun colors ahead!) So I'm starting those workouts today.
Some good victory moments. Traveling is HARD. When I go to market, I walk from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. without stopping. No lunch break, no nothing! Pretty hardcore BUT you just munch on candy and chocolate at everyone's different venues. VICTORY - I brought food with me. I can't believe it. Fiber One's, granola, just some healthy munchies. Then, I ordered eggs from room service. I was pretty "in-check" with my eating. Not perfect, but better than any other year that I have attended.
Also, I brought a resistance band with me! WOW! This new year thing has me going! My husband totally laughed at me while I was doing some resistance training. (Not making fun of me but just laughing at all the different exercises I could pull out of my head - believe me, I could kick his butt!)
Atlanta has the world's largest escalator. Serious, I swear it's like 10 stories. Well, I made my husband and I walk down it ( I know, I know, Bob the trainer would of made me walk UP it, but since he wasn't there, I just walked down it). I believe there was 165 stairs. Once again, my husband thought that I had a screw or two loose but he was good to do it with me). Everyday, there we were, humming the Rocky song and doing the stairs.
Have any of you read the new People magazine? Very inspiring! I read it on the plane ride home. Different people and their weight loss stories. BIG WEIGHT LOSS. And, there was a section on the blogging world of weight loss! Anyways, I suggest it for reading. If nothing else, you will have a PERFECT day of eating right and exercising! It will totally inspire you!
So, probably won't be posting a loss this week, but it will be a victory for maintaining while traveling (especially with my husband who loves free food!)
January 4, 2008
New Year - New Goal - New Attitude
[Posted by Molly]
Update: Cookie Party was a HIT! Although I made enough homemade frosting that I now have a year's supply...I only ate 2 cookies and a pinch of dough. Very happy with that. (The picture is of some of the kids with whipping cream sprayed into their mouths. They couldn't believe that I would allow that!)
Update: Katie looks FAB!
Update: I feel like the little train, "I think I can! I think I can!" My home just cleared out 16 extra bodies over the holidays (that had the stomach flu circulating through them all). I cooked for 20. When you're cooking for the many, the mindframe is fast and easy - the last thing you are thinking is healthy. You don't have one extra spare minute for "how many points do I think this is?" So I just enjoyed the holidays with my husbands tribe of a family.
Goals: I'm going to be more realistic. I realized that I set WAY to high of goals and then when I don't accomplish them in the timeframe I've allotted, it is way to discouraging-I plummet quickly. So, this year I'm setting shorter, more obtainable goals. The 1st one being: I'm joining Corinne's fit camp! Although I do have a gym membership, it's hard to always go. Corinne offers solutions and workouts from home. I've watched Katie hobble around moaning and her have a weightloss after being at a plateau for 3 months and it made my mind start thinking. I'm bored at the gym. I can't run yet because of my hips and I'm just bored. Bored. Bored. I'm very analytical when it comes to exercise. I want to know how far, how much I've improved, at what speed, etc. Corinne just spells it out for you. You can download a bunch of info - PERFECT for me to read! Also, she has a very upfront personality - we should get along great! I need someone to say, "No, actually, you're NOT right" or whatever she says! Anyways, Katie gets soooo excited when she talks about it (just as about as excited as when she talks about the blog) and I think mixing it up will be a good start for 2008.
I wish I could say run 1/2 marathon but I do think it is unrealistic because of my hips. I'm just going to commit to 3 days cardio and 3 weights. Consistency is the word for me this year. Also, I'm going to break my mindset. I'm one of those sickos at the gym that does something for 1 hour or more. The thought of working out for 20-25 minutes HARDCORE and that's it is FOREIGN to me. I actually don't believe it. Katie is helping me.
I'm going to learn to like one more veggie and one more fruit. The selection is slim as it stands so this is a big one. My natural process is not, "Oh, I'm hungry, I think I'll grab an apple". It's "do I have any chocolate hidden somewhere?"
Last, but not least - I'm resigning with Weight Watchers! Back to the meetings I go!
December 20, 2007
Closing The Gap
[Posted by Molly]
I bought these cute cowboy boots last year and was so excited to get them. When the finally arrived, I eagerly put them on. My feet went in without a problem but when I was zipping them up I realized they didn't zip up all the way! It wasn't a manufacturers defect; my calf was too big! It's bad enough when your pants don't zip but your boots?! So, I thought this might be a good "progress" photo. Obviously, as you can tell, I don't frequent the tanning facilities often.
December 14, 2007
Yummy Tortilla Soup Recipe
[Posted by Molly]
I had to go to a luncheon (I really did have to go - I'm trying so hard to be good that I didn't want to throw myself in with the tons of goodies that would be there). We were served Tortilla Soup. And let me just tell you, it was splendid! I even asked for the recipe. I looked it over and it looked just fine. So here it is:
1 large onion, chopped
2 cloves garlic
2 Tbsp. oil
2 lb. diced or shredded, cooked chicken
1 (14 1/2 oz.) can tomatoes
1 (5 oz) can Ro-Tel tomatoes & green chilies
1 can beef broth
1 can chicken broth
1 can tomato soup
1 1/2 cans water
1 can drained corn
1 can drained black beans
1 tsp. cumin
1/2 to 1 tsp. chili powder
1 small can tomato sauce
1 tsp. salt
1 tsp. lemon pepper
2 tsp. Worcestershire sauce
Saute first five ingredients. Add remaining ingredients. Simmer for 1 hour. Serve with grated cheese, tortilla chips & sour cream.
Now, when I ate it, I held on the cheese, chips & sour cream. I don't know, but something about all of these spices together, it was wonderful!
By the way, I'm doing great today and I had a great day yesterday. Day by day, that's how it happens! (Loaf of Pumpkin bread, 2 more plates of cookies all put in the freezer for a later date).
December 6, 2007
Closet Eater (Hoarder)
[Posted by Molly]
A sad reality sunk into me this week. Very hard to admit - but very true. I'm a hoarder. Not of possessions like many people are. I'm actually a neat person. But with food. I'm sure everyone has had an episode in their life but here's mine: I was christmas shopping all day. Tired and hungry I passed PF Changs. I had a gift certificate to them so I thought to myself, "Perfect! I'm not even going to spend money on food!" I ordered an appetizer. I'm sure you're all familiar with the lettuce wraps. Sounds so healthy doesn't it? It's not. It's something like 12 points per wrap.
I ate it in the car so I could hurry home. Because I only ate one small one I had to bring the rest into my home. That's when the insanity happened in my mind. I did not want to share - bottom line. To be honest, I really don't think I'm a selfish person BUT something changed inside me because of these stupid wraps. So, I hid them in my shopping bag, took them upstairs to my closet and hid them from my children AND my husband.
Later in the day, they were just on my mind. I couldn't stop thinking about them. (Do you see? I DO have a problem!) I finally found a free moment, went into my bathroom, locked the door from the screaming kids behind me and ate the rest all by myself. It was absolutely wonderful. And yet, I think because of this blog, I just sat there and thought what I was doing and I began to realize how dumb and selfish and how much I just REALLY loved the lettuce wraps. I am a hoarder! At least I'm admitting it! If it wasn't for this blog, I probably wouldn't of thought anything of it. The funniest thought that went through my head was how Katie would of LOVED to get a picture of me sitting in my bathub eating my wraps! Although I am doing pretty good this week, when I have a weak moment, I lost ALL control!
Has anyone else have hoarding issues (so I don't feel like the only insane person)? What do you do? Don't worry, you can hide behind your screen...
December 3, 2007
To Drink Or Not To Drink
[Posted by Molly]
I am not a pop drinker (some say "soda", I say "pop"). We were just raised without it in our home so I just never have gotten into the habit of buying it. That being said, a friend of mine who knows that I am doing this blog, posed a question to me (for some reason now, my friends think I'm the expert in the weight-loss field because of this blog! HILARIOUS! I just want to scream at them and say, "TAKE A GOOD LOOK AT ME! Do I LOOK like I know what I'm talking about??!) So I thought I'd throw the question at you.
Diet Coke - does it hinder you in your weight loss? All I know about it is this: No calories. I asked my teacher at Weight Watchers what she really thought about diet pop and she said as long as I get my water in I'm fine. But never drink MORE pop than water. Some people think because of the caffeine maybe your more hyper which makes you move more which helps you burn calories.
To be honest, I have NO idea because I don't drink it. BUT, a lot of people I know do drink it. My one friend really has an addiction to it and she is skinnnny.
So, to all of you Diet Cokers out there (I swear you belong to a cult-everyone I know who drinks it SWEARS by it), your opinion - does it help you or hinder you in your weight loss journey? What about the artificial sweeteners? Aren't large doses of that not good for you? Please educate us!
November 29, 2007
Celebrating the Little Victories
Whoever said coming back would be easy?! After my happy video, "Yes, I'm Back!" and all of your encouraging, motivating, inspiring comments, the real world set in. After a long day on Tuesday, when my husband finally came home, I made the decision to go workout. I had ZERO desire. Tired, cranky and just didn't want to. I'm sure many of you can relate to this feeling.
I started with the Satan Machine. I don't know what I was thinking! In the past, it has been my number #1 machine. I swear, I started to have an ashmatic occurence. I don't even HAVE ashma! It was so hard not to keep playing in my mind over and over what level I was at 4 months ago compared to now...
Then, I made it over to the treadmill. Remember? I was actually turning into a runner previously! Well, I walked/ran every 5 minutes. Well, honestly, I only ran 5 minutes. The rest was walking. To be honest, it was hard to walk at a fast pace and an incline. The whole time, I was just getting more and more discouraged. I swear I could FEEL my cottage cheese on my legs. Has anyone ever experienced the "itching" syndrome? Call me crazy, but when I started running again, my whole body just starts itching! (Mostly my lower half). I'm sitting there trying to discreetly scratch my bum but I know everyone behind me could see me. What is with the itching???!!
By now, I'd had it. I have really lost alot of stamina in these 4 months. Starting over is hard. I commend all of you that have started over 100 times. BUT, let me just say this. When I left the gym, instead of being so down on myself (which I usually am) I just kept thinking, "VICTORY! VICTORY!" I made it to the gym! I was leaving the gym at 10:30 p.m. and I DID it! I ate my proper points, I turned down my sons' doughnut, I did not go buy peanut butter m&m's during the day AND I MADE IT TO THE GYM!!! Sometimes, I think we just need to stop and celebrate the little victories. #1 victory - I'm taking control. #2-I took on the Satan Machine on the first day back! Bring it on baby!
November 26, 2007
October 2, 2007
A Little Friendly Competition
I called my mom today and she started telling me of a great idea that they are doing at their CURVES. Today and tomorrow, anyone that wants to can put into the pot $25. Then, from now until the week of Thanksgiving the race is on as to who can be the biggest loser! Then, whoever wins gets 1/2 of the pot. There will be another weigh-in right after Christmas. What a great idea! Why? It gets you through the holidays! Maybe you're like me but I am definitely money-motivated or maybe it's just the competitive spirit in me kicking in (in a nice way that is...). How great - instead of congratulating each other for being winners, we'll be congratulating each other for being big losers! (You might not see the humor in this - sorry, it's late and I'm punchy!)
I know just thinking about going into the holiday season gives me hives because I feel like I'm behind on where I want to be. But I just thought this was such a great idea. I know a lot of you have got the Christmas Challenge, it's just too bad we couldn't have a sisterskinny pot! Anyways, I'm telling you about this to help your minds start thinking of smething that you might be able to do with your friends, sisters, people at the gym - anyone that might be interested in a friendly game to help each other through the holidays. The monetary pot could really be anything-just working towards a goal I think is key. Kate probably wouldn't promote the whole "competition" thing. But I am. Some of us are just wired like that.
Anyways, thanks for the idea mom - we're cheering you on! You go mom!
September 27, 2007
8 Foods I Should Be Eating Everday ("Should be" is Key)
Molly: This article, "8 Foods You Should Eat Everyday," caught my eye. Hmmm, I wondered if my peanut butter m&m's were on the list? (Remember? PB is healthy for you!) Or how about my homemade chocolate chip cookies? Here's the rundown:
1. Spinach: benefits include sexual enhancement (since my mom reads these posts I won't comment...let's just say I won't be feeding Taylor any spinach!) but also muscle growth, bone builder and enhanced eyesight. My bones were weakened from all of the fertility drugs, I really should start eating more spinach. Although the article says its the ultimate MAN food because it's a "Biceps builder."
2.Yogurt is a cancer fighter and bone builder. It also boosts immunity. You want probiotic yogurt though. Not all yogurts are so make sure the label says "live and active cultures."
3.Tomatoes. I hate tomatoes. I can do salsa and spaghetti sauce but I can't do raw. BUT, this is why I should: cancer fighter, heart healthy, boosts immunity.
4. Carrots are a cancer fighter (I see a common thread), they also boost immunity, and enhance eyesight.
5. Blueberries are a cancer fighter, brain stimulant, heart healthy, boosts immunity. They have more antioxidants than any other fruit, blueberries help prevent cancer, diabetes, and age-related memory changes.
6. Black beans are good for muscle growth, brain stimulant, heart healthy. All beans are good for your heart, but none can boost your brain power like black beans.
7. Walnuts are a cancer fighter and brain stimulant, They also boost immunity and are good for muscle growth. Did you know they've got more omega-3s than salmon?
8. Oats are good for muscle growth, They're also a brain stimulant and are heart healthy. They have lots of soluble fiber. Yes, oats are loaded with carbs, but the release of those sugars is slowed by the fiber. They have lots of protein too.
So afer reading this I realized I will probably die of cancer. All of these foods help fight cancer and I just don't naturally gravitate to any of them!
September 21, 2007
Peanut Butter - Dieter's Best Friend
One of my favorite treats is Peanut Butter with Apples. It tastes a little bit like caramel on the apples. But I always measure and am careful because PB is fattening. Never eat too much. But I just read an article "All Hail Peanut Butter!" by Marge Perry, Prevention that really helped me. Here are some things I learned:
1. It helps you lose weight - now don't go shoveling it in your mouth because I said that! It has a combination of fiber (2 g per serving) and protein (8g per serving) that fills you up & keeps you feeling fuller longer, so you eat less overall.
2. It's packed with Nutrition-Research shows that eating peanuts can decrease your risk of heart disease, diabetes, and other chronic health conditions. One study published in the Journal of the American Medical Association found that consuming 1 ounce of nuts or peanut butter (about 2 tablespoons) at least 5 days a week can lower the risk of developing diabetes by almost 30%.
3. It has the good fat - Good fat?! I always get messed up on this. Peanut butter is full of heart-healthy monounsaturated fat. A recent study found that insulin resistant adults who ate a diet high in monos had less belly fat than people who ate more carbohydrates or saturated fat. PS: If you're buying reduced-fat peanut butter because you think it's better for your waistline, save your money. The calories are the same (or even a little higher) thanks to the extra ingredients that are added to make up for the missing fat (including more sugar).
This article rates Smucker's Natural or Organic as having the best peanut flavor. They say it has a pure taste plus the stickiness. Now, go get your apples and slather on your PB and eat it proudly!
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September 19, 2007
Mom of 6 Lending a Hand to the Paparazzi
Molly: This has nothing to do with getting fit or thin but it goes with Kate's picture of "LiLo" (heheheh - Kate opened it up, I can post about it now). This picture is of my friend helping the paparazzi get his photo bag out of the tree he is sitting in! No JOKE! We wanted to know what all the ruckus was about at the treatment center (which is blocks from our home) and we were then informed about Lindsey. The guy in the tree was just yelling at my friend to hurry and help him before he missed his "getaway" car. I would never want a life like the celebrities. They are hunted individuals. (Although I am tempted to bring a camera to our gym and earn $50,000...) And I thought living near Donny Osmond was big deal...
September 13, 2007
Who Needs Sleep?
Who here is stressed out?! I don't care what stage of life you're in, it seems to me that everyone is going a million miles a minute. I know I am! By the end of my multi-tasking day, I drop into bed exhausted. I envision the beautiful picture of tucking my kids into bed, reading them tons of stories, telling them stories of my childhood, singing to them and gently kissing them as they fall quickly to sleep. YEAH RIGHT! I'm holding my tongue trying not to yell "GET IN BED!" for the millioneth time, holding my eyes open as I tell a 30 second story and trying not to be cross with them. So much for the wonderful memories - I'm exhausted! Does this sound familiar? Why then do I have hard time sleeping? I'm dealing with insomnia. I wake up maybe at 3:00 a.m. and I'm up for basically the rest of the night. I do know that lack of sleep can compromise your concentration and well-being. Sleep deprivation also increases the risk of:
Diabetes - runs in my family
Heart problems
Mental health, including memory retention, depression and substance abuse - I don't remember anything!
Weight gain - (yes, my fellow weight gainers - how are your sleep patterns? I'm now going to blame the extra lbs on my sleep! That's a new one!)
Getting less sleep means more stress, becoming a vicious circle. I am working at de-stressing my life or at least learning how to cope with stress better. I'm realizing that some things are out of my hands. (As I'm typing this, it is 4:38 a.m.) My hardest thing is turning my brain off. I'm looking for different techniques to help me sleep better. I have put a notepad next to my bed to jot things down and hopefully be able to put that particular thought "to bed" (how appropriate...)
September 3, 2007
OBESITY In America
I was reading an article which was alarming about obesity.(4th Annual Report prepared by the esearch group Trust for America's Health) I don't think any of us don't know this but it is always good to be reminded. Adult obesity rates rose in 31 states last year, 22 states experienced an increase for the second year in a row and no state had a decrease. Any of you want to take a guess at the state that topped the scales? (For the 3rd yr in a row) Mississippi. The sad thing is more than 30% according to the report, "F as in Fat: How Obesity Policies are Failing In America" The thinnest state? Colorado. What state do you think had the the highest overweight children (22.8%)? Washington, D.C. How about the lowest state with 8.5%? Utah. This report shows that overall, 25 million children are overweight.
The South is a big problem, 10 of the 15 sates with the highest rates of adult obesity. The South had higher levels of type 2 diabetes and hypertension and lower levels of reported physical activity.
Something I found scary (well, besides this whole article!) was that the number of states with obesity rates greater than 25% has more than doubled in just two years. That's not sending a wake-up call - that is ringing the disaster alarm!
Among the study's other findings:
* Only 17 states require that school meals and snacks meet higher nutritional standards than the U.S. Department of Agriculture requires (six states enacted new laws in 2006-07).
* Only 22 states have mandated nutritional standards for foods sold in vending machines, a la carte, in school stores or at bake sales, and only 26 states limit where and when such foods can be sold on school property beyond federal requirements.
* Many physical education requirements in schools are limited in scope or not enforced.
As you can see, we have an epedemic on our hands. I have no idea what the solution is (besides telling everyone to read Sisterskinny!) but I do think we need education in the school system for the younger generation. There is going to have to be a huge cultural shift (and I am NOT heading it up!)
I hope this scared you enough to put down your cookie and grab a carrot today!
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August 28, 2007
Recommitting To You
My face feels fat. My arms look fat. I'm back. I never really left but I've been going half-mast since the middle of June. We have had company everyday until today. My kids went back to school today. It's a blessing and a curse to have family stay with you. The blessing of course is they're family! Cousins, cousins and more cousins! One big continuous lalapalooza going on! The downside is there isn't any normalcy to my life. It seems like when I'm trying to lose weight, I have to use my brain and put energy into the right decisions, have will-power on hand, etc. It seems like when there are guests around, all rules go out the door. Sugar cereal abounds, mac-n-cheese flows freely and late-night eating becomes the norm.
SOOOO, on that note, I'm back. I'm recommitting myself. Have I been in this position before? Yes, many times. But HEY! At least I'm here! Instead of feeling defeat because Kate is looking absolutely INCREDIBLE, I just realize I have more work to do. I thought about buying the domain name "sisterpudge.com" but I thought that didn't sound very inspirational...I'm just going to have to DO IT! Goals:
Gym- 3 x's this week
Water - 8 glasses everyday
Going back to points on everything! (This one is going to kill me. This one requires my brain to function at a high rate).
Wish me luck. Maybe by Christmas (that sounds so far) I'll be at my goal. But seriously, Kate looks great. Her bum is shrinking.
August 21, 2007
We Said Goodbye to Our T.V.!
I did something this summer about a month ago and it truly has been great for our family. (I'm posting on this subject because it has given us an opportunity to exercise as a family). I pulled the plug on the T.V. Now I love my "Dancing with the Stars, American Idol" and so forth. But for our family, we sort of lost control. So I disconnected the T.V. in the back. I tried to call the cable company but for them to disconnect the T.V. wouldn't save us a penny since we are on some bundle package. The great thing is the very next day, a man cut our cable line in the back of our home when he was trenching our yard. We went without a T.V., phone and Internet for a week. So, when the internet and phone came back on, my kids have just reasoned within their own heads that the cable guy never fixed the T.V. (heheheh...)
What have we turned to? Taking walks as a family! It seems like every evening we just want to get out. So we walk. My kids love it. Sometimes they ride their bikes but sometimes they are just powerwalking along side mom. My husband prefers "the stroll" while I prefer getting something accomplished with the power walk. My husband chuckles at my determined face as we walk but I chuckle as I see his winded face not long after we start. I used to think walking didn't give me a workout but I'm realizing more and more that it and it gets my family moving!
