Day 6,7 and 8

I am happy to report I have lost a total of 4.8 pounds in my first week. I still have 50.2 pounds to go but, things are looking good. I feel so much better already. I even exercised both Saturday and Sunday. Saturday I did 30 minutes of Zumba. Which by the way, I am getting better at. On Sunday I went for a walk with my husband and son. The sun was shining but it was cold!! My son got to ride in his brand new wagon. He loved it.

Over the weekend, I found that I am already getting fuller faster. My portion sizes are cut way down. I am making much better choices and feel great about it. I wish this feeling lasted forever. If anyone knows how this “diet” thing works, it is me. You feel good about it for a while but, that feeling goes away eventually. If only I could bottle that will power and sell it. I would be a millionaire.

We have some birthday parties coming up this month. I know that the food could be a challenge. I will have to say “no” to the cake.

Keep up the good work!

DAY 5

I took a trip down memory lane last night. I was remembering a time when I was about 17 yrs old and had gained some weight. So, I spent the summer working out and eating healthy. By the end of the summer I had lost the weight. I felt amazing. My mom took me shopping for the first time after loosing the weight. We stopped by this little boutique with lots of skinny clothes. I tried on lots of clothes. They all fit so well. How was I going to decide what to buy? I ended up with a couple really cute pieces. Many years later that body was long gone and I no longer fit into those clothes. At this point in time, I have gotten rid of all of them. It is very sad. I do still have pictures of me in a couple of them.

It has been that long since I have felt that good during a shopping trip. I no longer look forward to clothes shopping. For me it isn’t the size of clothes that matters. It is how it makes you feel. When I put on an XL shirt and it is too small….there is a problem. Not to mention the belly hangs over or it makes your arms look big. Nobody likes that. Did you notice how I said the shirt “makes your arms look big.” It’s the shirt’s fault right? So what happens? We quit shopping. At least I do. I am looking forward to getting that feeling back. Who doesn’t want to feel that way? I love the powerful feeling of confidence.

Stunning black dress …………….$150.00

Fabulous shoes………….. … …...$100.00

Getting your confidence back……Priceless

Good bye for now!

Day 4

I just figured out that I will have to loose one pound a week for the next 12 months. That to me sounds like a lot! I have never dieted for that amount of time. I know what you’re thinking. “It is supposed to be a way of life, not a diet.” I have heard that many of times. I just can’t seem to give up everything I love for…..well….ever. I can’t help but feel like it’s forever anyway. I am sure once the weight is gone, I will be able to eat what I like again. Of course that is all in moderation. It will definitely be hard but I think I can do it.  

After talking with my husband, he encouraged me not to think of it long term and just take it week by week. I think this is good advice. Baby steps right? I got on the scale this morning and I am happy to report I lost 2 pounds. YAY!!  I know it isn’t a lot but it makes me happy. I have been working out everyday and keeping a journal. I write down what I eat, drink and how much exercise I do. It not only helps me be accountable but, I think it will help me to look back at what I have accomplished. I think it is a good tool to look back and see what worked and what didn’t too. I would recommend this to a friend anytime!

Bye for today!