Diablo 3+15minutes of Cardio!

Mon, 21 May 2012 02:26:34 EST

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Today has been a very lazy Sunday...like all my Sundays. Husband and I played lots of Diablo 3. I did manage to sneak in a extra 15 minutes of Cardio...I went in my Exercise room and jumped on the elliptical for 15 minutes and burned a Nice 150 calories.

8 weeks in...

Mon, 21 May 2012 02:26:30 EST

I've been taking it up a notch for the past 8 weeks, and I'm starting to get frustrated. I feel like there should be some more noticeable results by this point. I lost 9 lbs quite quickly (4 weeks or so), and gained back one (last week's conference in Munich= heavy German food and beer). But t...

Inspirational Thoughts

Mon, 21 May 2012 02:23:46 EST

The Lord never fails to give us new blessings every time we wake up. Waking up alive and well is already a miracle. A blessing that we owe to Him. Let's give thanks to Him always.
Shalom.

A RELAXING SUNDAY!

Mon, 21 May 2012 02:20:41 EST

I had a really nice day Sunday. I woke up early, did some Sparking then went back to bed at 9 till 1. Got up, played some Guitar Hero & did some more Sparking. Did the dishes, just kind of pittered around. Still a little dizzy so did not do much standing up. At dinner & went to bed at 9. Ha...

Sunday!!!

Mon, 21 May 2012 02:20:05 EST

I was able to teach Sunday Adult Class. The Lesson was great. The service was nice and it was nice seeing the pastor's wife at church today. Are pastor's is at home sick and I was glad I was able to pray for him over the phone. We have to Trust in the Lord and He will heal our bodies.
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Taking one day at a time

Mon, 21 May 2012 02:16:57 EST

After losing a close friend, I've had a hard week. But I'm doing all right by just taking each day as it comes and looking for the best in each day. I have come to see the good in so many things and people I had either overlooked or just disliked in the past. The anger and negativity is just n...

Time to chase the negative away.

Mon, 21 May 2012 02:11:32 EST

So yeah things have been pretty rough lately. Many of the issues I'm having with everything stem from how I have confronted them. I need to learn to love people where they are at. That includes myself. I am at the root of many of my problems. I don't stand up for myself when I need to the mo...

still not motivated to work out??? any advice??

Mon, 21 May 2012 02:10:49 EST

Im in such a happy state life is going so well...school starts back up in less than a month and its my goal to lose 6 more lbs by then which is in a month so im sure i can manage that... that would put me in the 240's which i never thought id be so excited to be in that range again but thats befo...

can't quit sugar

Mon, 21 May 2012 02:10:22 EST

So i allowed myself a very small piece of chocolate cream pie when i came to work tonight. I was doing really well on my no processed sugar plan but i came in to a very irritating note from the management and decided to allow one piece. It is now 11pm and since i work night shift my next day star...

Long weekend, new toy!

Mon, 21 May 2012 02:09:38 EST

Hooray! It's a long weekend and I'm finally starting to wind down from two weeks of STRESS. I haven't been sleeping well and I notice my resting heart rate seems high, but I assume both of those will settle down on their own. I'm doing lots of stress-reducing, favourite happy-activities this week...

Reemerging!

Mon, 21 May 2012 02:06:20 EST

Hi Everyone -- I thought it high time to reconnect! I can't believe it's been over a month since I last blogged. I've been overly busy with the end of the school year, professional traveling, etc. We also lost another of our old dogs, which was sad. I didn't run, didn't get enough sleep, and ...

Rewarding

Mon, 21 May 2012 02:06:00 EST

Spark Stage Three continues and I've been asked to give myself a Big Reward for the last almost three months. I have battled with the notion that I don't deserve a Big Reward because I didn't fulfill the contract and didn't do it perfectly cos I had that binge that went on for over a week. But I'...

KEEPING ON...

Mon, 21 May 2012 02:05:41 EST

I admit that it isn't always easy. Especially when you hit that plateau or when you are working hard with little to no results. I am in that spot right now. I have been working for a good month or more now with little results. I went to the hairdresser the other day or rather, I brought my d...

A Sunday Miracle for Meg

Mon, 21 May 2012 02:05:08 EST

Update for megthrockmorton

A Sunday Miracle!
Posted about 9:30 pm

On Friday, Meg's cousin Lydia & Lydia's fiance Andrew came to visit. During recreational therapy on Friday, Meg, Dolly, Lydia, Andrew & John played wheelchair football. Meg was full-time center for both t...

Fri, Sat, Sun

Mon, 21 May 2012 01:59:52 EST

Wow, does time fly.
Today, I went to church , talked to my 90 y.o. friend. and then packed up, arranged with my sister to bring my mother down here on Tues, and I bring her half-way to my brother's on THurs... short visit. Then she stays with brother for another week, and they drive to th...

Halfway Point Reflection

Mon, 21 May 2012 01:57:16 EST

The end of the school year falls exactly at the halfway point of the biggest loser challenge that I am participating in right now on Sparkpeople. One of the challenges this week was to reflect over the first half of the challenge and re-examine my goals and look at what I want for the second half...

Can Anything Else Possibly Go Wrong Hiking Wilson Canyon Trail?

Mon, 21 May 2012 01:57:14 EST

A lot of things went wrong today and I didn't particularly enjoy this hike of 7 miles, BUT I persevered and did it. Wilson Canyon is in Red Rock Country in northern AZ and I wanted to hike here because it should have been cooler than the 104 degrees in Scottsdale.

I was ready to go...

My Vision Board!

Mon, 21 May 2012 01:56:38 EST

Looky what I made tonight! My vision board. I was skeptical at first but by the end of the night (it took me a few hours to search through magazines), I LOVED IT. I feel so inspired. I put my goals along the bottom with the reward I'll give myself when I reach those goals. And then I filled the r...

Weekly Workout Update - May 7th - 13th, 14th - 20th

Mon, 21 May 2012 01:55:57 EST

It was two jumbo-mumbo weeks, lots of modification to the original plan. But I'm proud to say that I keep active, even if just 1-min workout a day :D

- Mon 7th = PLAN: Active Rest Day
# did Jump Rope, Quickies Strength
# total = 3 minutes

- Tue 8th = PLAN: Strengt...

HOW MY EATING HABITS HAVE CHANGED WITH SPARK

Mon, 21 May 2012 01:55:04 EST

This week we were challenged to write about the ways our eating habits have changed since joining Spark. This is a great topic because one of the most amazing surprises about Spark nutrition wisdom is that I am now ea...

Feelin' down.

Mon, 21 May 2012 01:53:49 EST

It's like I'm back at square one because I lost enough weight to be "normal" and am back to being overweight again. I know with time and patience and a little bit of oomph I'll be fit again... I just feel lumpy and gross (and FAT) and unlovable for right now, not hot or sexy or confident.
...

Dance Awards Dinner

Mon, 21 May 2012 01:49:13 EST

Just got back from a really fun awards banquet for my daughter's high school dance group. They have so many talented kids in the group....they really are fabulous and just so sweet. But I was a bit leery over the venue selected for the awards banquet...Dave and Busters at the Irvine Spectrum. ...

Day 141: I'm Going Bonkers Without My Stove

Mon, 21 May 2012 01:43:16 EST

Quote of the Day: "Every great dream begins with a dreamer. Always remember, you have within you the strength, the patience, and the passion to reach for the stars to change the world." (Harriet Tubman)

I just heard that Robin Gibb passed away, so sad for the Gibb family. There is only...

HLC #1--Week 9 Mental challenge

Mon, 21 May 2012 01:41:58 EST

The Mental Challenge is a Weekly Requirement

This week, earn 50 points for your team by writing down three things that are currently in your life that give you happiness.

1) My children
2) My husband
3) My work

This week, earn 50 points for your team by...

DANCE! DANCE!

Mon, 21 May 2012 01:40:48 EST

oh...my...goodness!! I had the most amazing workout tonight! I danced my butt of for a whole hour. I haven't done any dancing recently. I've mainly been sticking to yoga, weight training, plyometrics, and walking/jogging. It felt so dang great to do it!

Dancing is what got me started ...

Summer time

Mon, 21 May 2012 01:39:59 EST

Hooray, it's summer! I haven't written anything of personal value here in months, so this will be a long entry.
tl;dr - I discuss how I don't enjoy teaching and tend to practice healthier habits when I am not facing anyone's deadlines but my own. Research this summer and being on my own ...

Junk Science Advice (can go f off)

Mon, 21 May 2012 01:34:40 EST

This is something that really makes me mad (well I have to bite my tongue on).

Last week we had a customer come into where I work, and we noted he had lost weight.

How? Well apparently his doctor told him to not eat BREAKFAST, OR LUNCH. and by gosh he`s lost 4kilo (about 9lb...

Firm Express -- Week 1 Results

Mon, 21 May 2012 01:33:57 EST

My health was put on hold the last couple of months as we worked on a few other things. During this time my gym membership ended. Kind of okay since it wasn't working for me with two busy schedules and a toddler in house. So, I am back to videos and this round around I am trying the Firm Express....

Serene Sunny Sunday

Mon, 21 May 2012 01:30:24 EST

Tried to sleep in to no avail, so got out of bed and got 30 min on the elliptical and 30 on the bike done. had breakfast, showered tracked briefly and called Mom. We were off to the Farmer's Market. Was pleased so see Grandora Gardens were out with the first peppers of the season. Traded in f...

Dear Shopping,

Mon, 21 May 2012 01:28:13 EST

Dear Shopping,

Oh, you think you're sooooo special, don't you? Every girl just falls all over herself for you and you set little hearts aflutter with a simple thought. You think you spread universal cheer to the feminine species. Not a single girl can resist going out with you and then...

Food and my emotional attraction to it.

Mon, 21 May 2012 01:27:54 EST

Managing my weight is not just about diet and exercise it’s also about taking control of my emotions as well. I know I’m an emotional eater so I really have to be careful.
When I’m upset. I tend to give up on everything when I’m mad. Its not very good at all its even harder to deal wit...

The Greatest Thing About Sparkpeople...

Mon, 21 May 2012 01:25:40 EST

...is really the people. There is just such a great, positive, support system on this site that I get no where else. Everyone is just so positive. I love it. I know when the people say congrats or good job on here that they really mean it. I am so thankful for the support, and I am glad to get to...

padres and solar annular eclipse

Mon, 21 May 2012 01:23:09 EST

What a wonderful day we saw 7 innings of Padres vs. la and then the solar annular eclipse so cool I got to do my photography and one of them is up on my sparkpage I was so happy today :)

Ring of Fire

Mon, 21 May 2012 01:22:15 EST

I walked the pups this evening starting just before the annular eclipse started. I had my eclipse glasses. It was amazing - I could glance over quickly towards the sun and it seemed as bright and full as ever - flip on the shades, and it looked like PacMan. The moon chomped further and further in...

my appetites for life are huge

Mon, 21 May 2012 01:22:05 EST

there are many ways to feel good about yourself. some days i am perfectly attuned to this. other days are, frankly, beyond comprehension.

the break-up of a relationship is hard. on 'my plate' this week... ha.
i choose to stay as grounded as possible and not run with it as a...

Day 6

Mon, 21 May 2012 01:21:21 EST

The morning did not start off well...the scale did not budge from the day before. Even though the simple diet says to weigh yourself every day, I am not sure it that really is a good thing for me. It is like a double edge sword...If the scale reads well I feel like a little cheat wont hurt and ...

DH Says, "Lose Weight!"

Mon, 21 May 2012 01:21:04 EST

Ouch! For years I've complained about weight struggles. I've yoyo dieted most of my life. Today, I lamented once again that I need someone to hold me accountable as I do a lousy job of it on my own or in print. My doctor is no help. He needs to lose a few pounds, too, and always tells me my ...

20th May - Reached My Jump Rope Goal!

Mon, 21 May 2012 01:19:08 EST

Yay, I reached my jump rope goal on Sunday 20th May 2012 - as I planned, hehe. It was 5 minutes jump rope then did some strength exercises then 6-min more of jumping. I was actually wanted to give up, thought I can finish up the rest of jump rope till goal on next day. But I somehow half cajoled...

Stress

Mon, 21 May 2012 01:17:45 EST

Family drama again. It seems to be the same person that stirs it up.

Progress!! Finally! And the trials to get there.

Mon, 21 May 2012 01:13:15 EST

The first few weeks was awful, I was tracking etc trying to be really on plan and the scales refused0 to move!! 192 198

I was EXPECTING that big initial weight loss, that was gonna spurn me on the track even more. But....2 weeks and nothing. What was happening, was ...

Day 63. Won't be a part of this new movement. FAT!

Mon, 21 May 2012 01:13:00 EST

We all struggle with weight loss. I don’t even know how many times I’ve said this, but we all struggle with weight loss. We all struggle with some type of stumbling block in our lives.

We don’t have to be a part of this fat nation.
If you haven’t watched my vblog about fat nation...

Back to Basics

Mon, 21 May 2012 01:12:51 EST

I haven't posted in forever but weight was up so thought I better get back to doing what I know will work.

DH is getting pre-surgery testing and it has been eating on the fly and ice cream. Neither works well for me.

Doctor was pleased with my weight and stats, BUT he did no...

Great way to exercise when you have little kids

Mon, 21 May 2012 01:10:54 EST

I always find it difficult to exercise when my husband is gone and I have my two year old and five year old with me. I try not to use the gym with them if I don't have to, they dont like to go to the childcare there and to be honest my time with them is precious, so Anything I can do with them i...

A Very Frustrating Day But I Stayed Calm

Mon, 21 May 2012 01:06:38 EST

IT was not my day today. What went wrong went wrong. What could go well went wrong.
First off I check my schedule and it said that I was working from 1:30pm to 0:30 pm. It is wrong we close at 7pm on Sunday, told my brother that I will call him for sure to tell him what time to pick me up. <...

Mondays Joke

Mon, 21 May 2012 01:03:12 EST

Bob had finally made it to the last round of the $50,000 Question. The night before the big question, he told the host MC that he desired a question on American History.

The big night arrived. Bob made his way onstage in front of the studio and TV audience. He had becom...

BLC # 14 (Green Ivys) - Mid-point Assessment

Mon, 21 May 2012 00:59:29 EST

All of a sudden, the weight loss slowed, kinda stalled actually. But the good thing is I lost 3.5 inches all over in the last 3 weeks!! At the start of the challenge, I weighed abt 235, which is abt 80 lbs lost. Now I bounce back & forth between 231 & 232 each morning for the last wk & a 1/2, whi...

Race #8/Half Marathon #3 of 2012: Portland Rock'n'Roll

Mon, 21 May 2012 00:59:15 EST

What an amazing weekend! I'm exhausted, but I had an absolute blast from start to finish this weekend. Pull up a chair and relax a bit, this is gonna take awhile!

It started with our trip to Portland on Friday. We knew that our friend, Shannon, who runs most half marathons with us, and...

Dad's Joke of the Day!!

Mon, 21 May 2012 00:57:54 EST

An Oldie but an goodie~

Two little kids are in a hospital, lying on
beds next to each other, waiting outside the operating Room.

The first kid leans over and asks, 'What are you in here for?'
The second kid says, 'I'm in here to get my tonsils out an...

from zumba to core

Mon, 21 May 2012 00:56:42 EST

I was so excited. Today I going to hey Shawna into Zumba.... the classwad cancelled. The teacher was a mo show. The coolpart was a personal trainer stepped up and did a core class with us. Now I actually. Hurt.

Feeling Better

Mon, 21 May 2012 00:51:54 EST

Today is better, I still have a head-ache but it is tolerable. I am able to hold down fluids, but I feel like I have been run over by a Mack truck :( . I have basically been on the couch the entire day,, other than getting up to do some laundry and to feed the animals. I am not complaining,, I am...

5-20-2012

Mon, 21 May 2012 00:51:06 EST

Starting over AGAIN! Spark people worked for me once, maybe it will work again. Hope springs eternal. Will try to keep running tab of cals & exercise starting tomorrow morning. Been away for a year and amazingly exactly the same weight as when I left off visiting Spark. At least I haven't ga...

Its flippin hot outside!!

Mon, 21 May 2012 00:51:05 EST

Oh my glob can it get any hotter outside...and the answer to that is yes. It's not even June yet and the heat is blistering making me feeling like i don't want to got out for my run either in the morning or evening. I know never again to go running at mid day i almost blacked out. I do not know w...

The Big Computer Drama

Mon, 21 May 2012 00:43:43 EST

Oh my goodness, I have so many things to tell you guys!! First of all, the most amazing thing happened this week. If you have seen my few status updates you will know that my computer suddenly up and died on May 1st and through much waiting and drama we discovered that my computer was completely ...

May 21st---- Nervous!

Mon, 21 May 2012 00:43:19 EST

I should be sleep tomorrow is the first day I start my on foot commute to and from work. I've checked the weather and everything looks good but, for some reason I can't sleep. I drank night time tea and i'm hoping it will take affect soon. Other than that I have my tennis shoes by the door my cha...

Another Day

Mon, 21 May 2012 00:42:23 EST

Today was good. I ate sour gummies at a youth games night at church, which wasn't good, but the rest of the day was good. I'm still juicing about three cups of juice a day, and loving it. I'm learning to like the earthy-veggie taste a bit more.
I discovered lentils today! OMG, they're so go...

Day 46 ~ I caught a bug

Mon, 21 May 2012 00:41:58 EST

Sorry that I haven't been around for a few days. I've been not feeling well with a fever and horrible stomach aches. Because of this, and the constipation on top of all of it, I've been pretty miserable for a couple days and I haven't been able to eat much. When I could eat, I stayed as close ...

May 20

Mon, 21 May 2012 00:40:09 EST

I weighed in at 134. I really eat alot at one of my jobs and I hope that tomorrow evening will be different. I need to get back to 127. I've put on some weight and I can tell. Wish me luck and good luck to all you sparkers this week. Enjoy your week and lets all be alittle thiner this time next w...

Finally, a light at the end of the tunnel!

Mon, 21 May 2012 00:40:05 EST

Well, that day that I've been waiting for is almost here...In 23.5 days, I'll be D-O-N-E with this journey! The day I've been waiting for: a normal life. Work. Home. Gym. Yoga. Zumba. Healthy cooking.

Today I accepted a position with a veterinary clinic about 45 miles away. I'll ...

A Date with the Eclipse - pictures

Mon, 21 May 2012 00:37:45 EST

Just a short little blog tonight after a couple of long days! But I wanted to share the fun we had watching the eclipse with my husband's telescope. I got it for him a few years ago as a holiday present and got him a solar filter for his birthday this year so we were well-equipped for our date! H...

Intermission: Run For The Rocks Half Marathon

Mon, 21 May 2012 00:37:18 EST

(Cross-Posted from my website, L2R.squarespace.com .)

I apparently never did get around to posting about my first half marathon here, so here's what I wrote for my website today.

Back to writing in the present. As the last blog I posted said, I had just finish...

Cheers to the weekend?? I WON'T be drinking to that!

Mon, 21 May 2012 00:36:02 EST

My goodness this weekend was a blast, from Friday all the way to this morning. But I am sad to say I gained 3lbs from drinking (thank God today isn't my weigh in day) Shots of Malibu, unlimited glasses of wine and late night meals. Celebrating the end of the college Semester and my little cousin ...

Crossfit

Mon, 21 May 2012 00:35:47 EST

Over the weekend I found about a really cool workout and conditioning program called Crossfit. I had actually seen signs about it and heard people talk about it in conjunction with the Paleo diet. I never really knew what it was though until I saw the Reebok Crossfit competition on TV. It was ...

Is he crazy??!!

Mon, 21 May 2012 00:35:36 EST

My husband asked me about having more children. I thought he was talking about the one more that we had discussed, however I was surprised.

First off, a bit of my health history. I have 4 precious little girls who unfounately were delivered via c-sections. Not the way I wanted to go b...

Stronger

Mon, 21 May 2012 00:28:37 EST

I feel like it's cheesy, and I feel like I shouldn't give a f*&k that it's cheesy, but I love Kelly Clarkson's song, "Stronger." When I went running today (2 miles with only a .25 mile walked) that song really kept me going and helped me break through the mental wall I am constantly pushing again...

Difference between a Working Woman & A HouseWife

Mon, 21 May 2012 00:26:00 EST

Hello spark people!
Today was a good day. Did my 20 mins workout early in the morning which made me active for the whole day. 104 well! As my title said i have been thinking about this for a while that is it better to be a housewife or a working woman? As a housewife myself and h...

Gym Dedication: End of Week 11

Mon, 21 May 2012 00:25:41 EST

Hey SP!

Another week down as I continue on my fitness journey. This week I have finally gotten into a rhythm for lv.9 resistance, and also made some new weight accomplishments! (See my Fitness Tracker for specifics). The new ab routine is going well. Without further ado, here's this...

New Week

Mon, 21 May 2012 00:24:29 EST

New week new day new start for me enjoy your day 247

DAY THIRTEEN

Mon, 21 May 2012 00:23:15 EST

REST ON YOUR LAURELS. THEY BRING COMFORT WHATEVER THEIR SIZE, AGE, OR CONDITION.

LET GOD'S PEACE BE WITH YOU AND GIVE YOU EVERYTHING YOU NEED EVERY DAY YOU WORSHIP HIS HOLY NAME.

MANY BLESSING,
JOAN 459 458

oooooh video blog

Mon, 21 May 2012 00:18:08 EST

I was thinking of visualy tracking my weight loss on a site like mybodygallery.com, but video blog could be easier ... I just don't want to back slide.

Is forever grateful for suntan lotion!

Mon, 21 May 2012 00:17:41 EST

Even as a child, I would burn just at the sight of the sun! That is what you get for being fair skinned. I've learned to live with it and know that when I when I go out, don't forget the suntan lotion!
However, it never fails......I will still burn at least twice a year. Sometimes it's ...

More of the desert life

Mon, 21 May 2012 00:16:45 EST

DH and I were driving around, trying to find the mini horse with the blue eyes. I should have mentally noted the street last time we saw it. We didn't find the horse, but did see a cute yard. First I noticed the bird statue. (Some of my pictures are fuzzy today, but we have had high winds again, ...

A SHORT EXPLANATION

Mon, 21 May 2012 00:13:21 EST

Yes, I know I am way behind. After getting five hours of sleep last night I went to church to teach my S.S. class then stay for a worship. A total of 4 1/2 hours.

Then a delightful lunch with friends until 3:00.

Home got on Spark and found out my Mozilla Firefox wasn't wor...

the day before

Mon, 21 May 2012 00:07:31 EST

I have so far have a disappointing weekend as far as exercise/ getting things accomplished goes. Aside from visiting a friend (a former co worker) for 2 and a half hours yesterday and going for a bit of a walk . I really haven't done a "helluva lot". At least I get tomorrow off as its a stat up...

Keep moving forward...

Mon, 21 May 2012 00:07:18 EST

So, no monumental changes over the last few weeks. More or less shooting for greater consistency. Not too consistent checking in on my spark page, but watching my food and sticking with most of the new habits that I started each month since January.

Looking forward to a more focused ...

Weekend Review & 5k Recap

Mon, 21 May 2012 00:06:42 EST

The funky green page color matches my awesome race shirt from today. Which, totally clashed with my hot pink compression socks!

Today is day 89 of my fitness streak! I have a had time believing I have exercised everyday for the last 89 days.

Friday morning I was up early a...

5/20/12--Greenswell Dirty Duathlon

Mon, 21 May 2012 00:04:34 EST

I did my first duathlon today: the Greenswell Dirty Duathlon at Alum Creek State Park just north of Columbus. I had a blast.

The race had two 1.8 mile trail running segments with an 11 mile road cycling segment in between. I was in the Clydesdales category. I was expecting to get slau...

Monday

Mon, 21 May 2012 00:03:08 EST

“Smile, breathe and go slowly.” — Thich Nhat Hanh

Home

Mon, 21 May 2012 00:02:43 EST

I have had so much to do today so didn't get started back to full swing but will start tomorrow. I did laundry and some cleaning up today then this evening I went to the movie with my son. I guess that means that vacation is officially over!

New Goals

Mon, 21 May 2012 00:02:17 EST

Goals for 05/20/12-05/26/12
Goal #1: Get four stars on Advanced Step on my Wii Fit. I know that the Wii does not burn as many calories for me as other exercises would, but I cannot help it, it is really my favorite form of exercise.

Goal #2: Start the five week walk/jog to a 5k. I...

Another Bosco & Sally Video

Sun, 20 May 2012 23:59:16 EST

Another video trying to get Bosco and Sally in the same shot. They are hanging out in the flower garden. Bosco is going to be such a sweet dog. He was abused by the other dogs of his previous owner. But considering what he's been through he doesn't seem to have been affected permanently by it.

Setting up JUNE/JULY Goals; aka THE KNAPSACK CHALLENGE!

Sun, 20 May 2012 23:58:26 EST

Okie dokie, so I finally have the hubby on board on this new and improved methods to our madness and getting super healthy and in shape.... since my vacation is the week of July 9th, which also is our 8th year anniversary since our very first date, we are going to celebrate this by partaking in:...

Exercise. . .

Sun, 20 May 2012 23:57:36 EST

Tomorrow. 10 minutes. I've got to start somewhere. I think I will just walk around the school for 10 minutes during my free period. It's not much but it's better than what I've been doing, which has been avoiding exercise at all costs. Why? Because it hurts! Even just walking hurts me. But I thin...

One month as a vegetarian!

Sun, 20 May 2012 23:56:28 EST

I think I can officially call myself that now that its been an entire 30 days, right? :)

Ten things I've learned from being a vegetarian for 30 days:

1. There is a lot of stuff that looks like it has no meat in it, but actually does (Jason's Deli broccoli and cheese soup, I'...

Busy weekend...

Sun, 20 May 2012 23:55:15 EST

I am not sure how to even log all the work I have done over the weekend. I helped cut and stack four large trees, weeded a garden, and helped burn a ton of brush. I also walked and did a few other trackable exercises. I wish everyone a great week ahead!

Getting there, but slower than I would like

Sun, 20 May 2012 23:53:00 EST

So today was the long awaited First Holy Communion. I was so proud of my son Mikey today, he looked cute in his dark suit and took celebrating his First Holy Communion very seriously.

A little over 2 months ago, I had written that my goal was to try to get a bit slimmer for my son's bi...

Change of Eating Habits since joining Spark People!

Sun, 20 May 2012 23:51:57 EST

Wow how have I changed my eating habits since I have joined SP. That is a loaded question. I joined SP over 3 years ago as of March. Changing my eating habits have been a big part of my journey here.

When I first started here I started off by just measuring my portions out not chang...

Sleep Log - oops missed a few!

Sun, 20 May 2012 23:50:04 EST

Night 9? I'm not good at journals. I last about 3-4 days then quit.

Made the mistake of taking a long nap and now I'm wide awake when I know good and well I've got to get up in the morning. Got up at 7:30 for church and layed down for a nap around 2 as usual.
This next weekend "u...

lying, cheating, boot camp humiliation (long story)

Sun, 20 May 2012 23:49:47 EST

But no, it's a good thing! Wait, read on...
My trainer, B, has this invite-only class. I helped him name it. Silly me. Anyway, due to some kid drama, I have to retool my schedule, so I am trying to get the ultra hard to get evening appointments with my trainer, B:

B, "well, if yo...

Sunday May 20th

Sun, 20 May 2012 23:48:42 EST

Well Knott's was a blast. Lots of walking and standing in line. Ate really good.

Back to work today and lots' more walking. tracked my food and did well. One more day at work and then Tuesday off and finish up the yardwork.

Weigh-In -- 20May2012

Sun, 20 May 2012 23:48:19 EST

Wow, I didn't realize that it had been two months since I last blogged...

Well, I've been up and down and up, and now I'm on my way down again.

I have been eating mostly the right things, just too much of them.

So, this week I will work on portion control.
...

My first 5k (with pics)

Sun, 20 May 2012 23:46:56 EST

Well, one run under my belt! I was tired, nervous, worried, cranky and happy, in that order. Tired, because I didn’t sleep well the night before, taking care of my dog (who had surgery the day before). I was nervous, because I didn’t know what to expect. I was worried that I wouldn’t finish. ...

Sunday Gratitude & Abundance

Sun, 20 May 2012 23:45:29 EST

I am grateful for:
-the perseverance to work on my dissertation pretty much all day today and evening!
-the two surprise lovely visits I received in the library today
-people making my day even though I felt down that I wasn't in California graduating
-sunshine
-eating h...

Step 1...Admittance...

Sun, 20 May 2012 23:44:01 EST

I am back...after falling off the wagon and hiding because I was too ashamed of myself. But, no more hiding. I am human and made some mistakes. Now, I am back on track and beginning again.

I look forward to reconnecting with my old friends, if they'll have me back. And making new frie...

failed

Sun, 20 May 2012 23:43:45 EST

did not manage to reach my goal of not purging today. I did keep down my birthday lunch and some cake but ended up failing at 10:30 tonight. oh well, it's better than giving in to the urges all day long. sometimes postponing is best. will try again tomorrow to see if I can reach being purge f...

Yay! A New Day!

Sun, 20 May 2012 23:43:01 EST

"If you are not happy with the things that are repeatedly happening in your life, or with the direction in which you seem to be moving, you can turn it around. But first you must understand that it is your life, that you live in a world of your own thoughts, and that you can change your life by ...

Help. Connect Facebook/SP

Sun, 20 May 2012 23:40:11 EST

I have clicked the link several times to get the points to connect SP with Facebook but cannot seem to get it to work. I try logging in with FB and that doesn't work. Can someone point me in the right direction?

The weekend go-eth...(that's not really a word, is it?)

Sun, 20 May 2012 23:39:45 EST

Well, my back did have me laid up and on some meds Friday and part of Saturday. Today I felt better so we decided to do some shopping for our yard/garden, and some gardening. We planted several flowers, and I dug holes for 5 new shrubs. I think the yard is going to look great.

We als...

Up 4 on Saturday, then DOWN 5 today.. still swollen

Sun, 20 May 2012 23:39:28 EST

Yes I forgot my daily pills 3x this past week, now I put them by my desk so I can remember to take them when I get home from work.. no chance I will fall asleep before taking them... Next weigh in will be better.

Celebrations are hard on the diet!

Sun, 20 May 2012 23:39:00 EST

Last week was nurses week, then camping with family and friends, next came graduation parties, and birthday parties! I am amazed that I was able to lose .4 lbs and that was probably a fluke! It has been so hard lately. This next week should be much better though. I am trying to plan ahead now ins...

Week 47 - Total Weight Loss: 84 lbs

Sun, 20 May 2012 23:38:44 EST

So I lost all the weight I gained last week plus an additional 2.2 lbs. It's that time of the month and I didn't go to the gym very much last week. However, my eating remained below 2000 each day so that was good.

Other than that, I have a slight complaint. I was at the beach today wi...

Week 4 - It's going to be a great week!

Sun, 20 May 2012 23:38:11 EST

Day 1 of Week 4 started with my morning juice. Two gulps into it I realized it wasn't all that bad. Am I finally getting used to this drink? I hope so. Dinner was the same. Since I make multiple meals at the same time, this was from the same batch. I look forward to breakfast to see what it...

Lost 2kgs! Yeay!

Sun, 20 May 2012 23:38:00 EST

So I just complained on Saturday that the scale hasn't moved. So today it moved! And I'm down 2kgs! Yeay!!! Yeay!!! and YEAY!!!

kinda depressed

Sun, 20 May 2012 23:37:04 EST

i lost 10 lbs since last monday yet i feel more depressed and emotional. i feel like i dont have anyone to talk to other than this blog. i feel so emotional...... i want to cry watching the same movies i watch with my kids everyday..... come one hotel for dogs isnt exactly a tear jerker nor is l...

HAPPY DAY!!!!!

Sun, 20 May 2012 23:33:34 EST

I pray that all of you had a wonderful Sunday. I know I did. I got to see my two Godchildren for one day. We had a great time and then they had to go back home. Oh well, until next time.

I hope that all of you are still working out and eating healthy. I know it's hard sometime...

Sunday night

Sun, 20 May 2012 23:31:49 EST

Today I did great with my food choices, and not so great with my fitness. I only did about 20 minutes of activity.
I am having alot of pain from yesterday's exertions, and my fibro is kicking in pretty good, making my back, shoulders, right hip, right knee, right ankle and right foot pret...

A Family Party Picture Gallery

Sun, 20 May 2012 23:30:30 EST

We had such a fun family weekend FULL of fellowship, laughter and FUN!
Today was gorgeous...such a beautiful sunny day in central Texas!

I wanted to share it with you in a picture gallery......

5.20.12

Sun, 20 May 2012 23:30:30 EST

Today went better than the last few days... I could have done less snacking, but I wasn't in the mood to sit down and eat, so I snacked today. I could have chosen healthier snacks, but tomorrow is another day to try to do better..

Bfast/Lunch

Corn Flakes, Almond...

New week... Trying to Get it Together.

Sun, 20 May 2012 23:30:18 EST

I have been continuing to gain all the weight I lost after having my son back. Today I finally weighed in at my pre-pregnancy weight. I don't want to keep gaining. In the last 7 months I have gained 25lbs. Yikes! You would think I would have gained the weight while I was pregnant.

I r...

GREAT DAY!!!!!!!!

Sun, 20 May 2012 23:27:09 EST

I knew I had to be up early because my SIL was scheduled to come and do my receptacles and bubble covers on the deck today. I was up early by 10.00 AM for me and ate a quick breakfast raisin bread, orange juice and a couple sips of herbal decaf tea and off I went. I started to cut the asparagus a...

Overfilled!!!

Sun, 20 May 2012 23:26:14 EST

Ok......so my hubby cooked one of my favorite meals(cabbage, cornbread, and sweet/spicy porkchops) today. Of course when I got home from work, I devoured this great food. Now I'm full and feeling guilty. Take that back, feeling tempted to get a second helping. Also I dread all of the extra workou...

A day at the beach and we've got a winner

Sun, 20 May 2012 23:24:48 EST

Saturday I ran the 2nd leg of the beach to bay marathon in Corpus. I will hopefully have time to write my first ever race report but for now, the reel news is:

Thank you to everyone who took time to vote for my son's picture on facebook. His picture ended up winning with the most lik...

1,000 Days on SparkPeople

Sun, 20 May 2012 23:24:47 EST

Today marks 1,000 days since I started on SP, so today's another 100-day blog post. My 900-day posting was:

www.sparkpeople.com/mypage_public_jo
urnal_individual.asp?blog_id=4734302

and in it I said: "For the next 100 days (If I've got my math correct, Ma...

1 week down...

Sun, 20 May 2012 23:24:41 EST

Proud of myself for a week of eating on plan. Wishing that I had managed to add some exercise in, but I have been trying for "activity" if not "exercise". My husband is making an effort now too, which helps immensely.

Here's to week 2!

This week's goals:

1. keep ...

week one

Sun, 20 May 2012 23:23:55 EST

Had a very successful week one this week. Total of eight pounds lost! Very excited. Fell off the wagon a bit this weekend with my eating and exercise. My goal for the end of this week is to reign in my eating next weekend and try to be better. I have to say that i am very proud last weekend i spl...

The Beast !!

Sun, 20 May 2012 23:23:55 EST

I worked out hard and strong today!!! Awesom Awesome awesome. I am pumped to see what goals I meet this week. Let's Go !! Dont quit !! Keep pushin!! Keep pushin!! HEY yes you ....DONT GIVE UP!!!

Have a great, stress-free,goal knockin out week!!! POW!!

I am still lookng for more tall flowers.

Sun, 20 May 2012 23:22:14 EST

We got up early and went to the greenhouse.
We bought several individual larger plants to see how they will look with what is there. We are total novices at this so it is taking a lot of effort and I do not want to buy plants that will not look right.

I bought a Dianthus, a Coreop...

Lazy Sunday; lounging pictures

Sun, 20 May 2012 23:20:41 EST

Definitely was not very active today. I started off by making breakfast, and then the rest of the day was spent lounging on the deck, soaking up some sunshine, reading, taking pictures, crocheting and watching movies.

Some of the pictures I took yesterday.

Columbine from ...

New job, more time to focus on healthy lifestyle choices

Sun, 20 May 2012 23:17:44 EST

I am a single mom that has worked two jobs for over a year now. A lot of the times, my food is grabbed while running out the door, or whatever is convenient. I have started packing my lunch and taking it into my day job with me, but sometimes I run out of time in the morning and end up not pack...

Finally Some Rain

Sun, 20 May 2012 23:15:45 EST

My son had to work days and my hubby and I needed to get down to my MIL's house early to mow the yard as it was really humid and hot. We took the brace he made for the clothing rack he made the week before. The lawn was too dry to mow. We tried to get a lot of work done but a realtor showed up wi...

NEED MANY PRAYERS PLEASE

Sun, 20 May 2012 23:15:20 EST

One of my dear friends is 86 years old, has been on dialysis 9 years, she is now having problems with her heart and breathing as well. We was taken to the hospital last week and had dialysis everyday instead of 3 times a week like she usually had. She was told there is nothing else the doctors ...

M.I.T.M. #17

Sun, 20 May 2012 23:14:50 EST

WEIGHT: up two pounds. This was in part due to a graduation luncheon at a local 'historic' steakhouse. I thought we would be ordering steaks or chicken, Nope! The food brought to us was all bar/finger foods. In other words, deep fat fried fat! Wings, rib-tips, stuffed mushrooms, etc. I told my wi...

It's Time

Sun, 20 May 2012 23:14:29 EST

It's been a little while since I last posted anything to this blog. A place that was intended for me to come and and write about my journey, really just sat around and collected virtual dust. I am dissapointed in myself however, I am not just going to bad mouth my attempts at trying to be better ...

Day 206

Sun, 20 May 2012 23:13:10 EST

Today was day 1 of week 4 Shape up for spring bootcamp challenge. It was a 10 minute kickboxing cardio video, which I can finally say I'm able to do without stumbling, thank you. I also walked Daisy twice today for a total of 28 minutes. I didn't do the gazelle tonight and I think I'm almost r...

River Walk

Sun, 20 May 2012 23:12:52 EST

Had an awesome time on the river walk tonight. It is so beautiful with lots of lovely plants and a great design to the walk. Sat on the wooden chair swing with my best girlfriend and had a lovely time. The dusk lingered beautiful as the sun set with streaks of white, pink, orange on a robin's egg...

Another Great Success!

Sun, 20 May 2012 23:12:34 EST

Well sort of in my eyes. I woke up today and went to the gym (that is my new daily appointment) I think I have went to the gym more in the past 3 weeks than I have in the entire years membership. anyway I got dressed in my new shorts and top and low and behold. I Have A Waist again!!! My hus...

Believe in yourself

Sun, 20 May 2012 23:11:30 EST

The challenge is not to let others determine who you are. It is important to love yourself where ever you are in this life. You must first have confidence and belief in yourself that whatever challenges you set that you can meet them. So today I believe that I can succeed at the goals I have set.

A little bit of good and a little bit of bad..

Sun, 20 May 2012 23:11:13 EST

195 I'm starting with the "woe is me" part of this blog:

198 I fell down the stairs..sigh..and ouch. I felt myself slipping, raised my arms in the air because I didn't want to fall on the fractured hand so of course I fell on the same shoulder that I have the hand f...

Bertran Russell

Sun, 20 May 2012 23:10:58 EST

Even when experts all agree, they may be mistaken.

(please tell me I spelt his name correctly)

15 Day Vitality Challenge - Day 1

Sun, 20 May 2012 23:09:51 EST

Today is Day 1 of the 15 Day Vitality Challenge. Coach Lauren suggests we blog every day, so I'm going to give it my best shot.

It has been a long day today, I left Seattle at 42 degrees at 7 am and am now in South Padre Island (TX) where it was 90 degrees when I got here at 4:30 pm! ...

May 20 - Day 1

Sun, 20 May 2012 23:08:50 EST

Today is Day 1. I'm on cd 7 of my 7th month ttc...and now I've got to focus on my weight loss. I weighed this morning at 153.8 which isn't so bad. I did Day 1 of Week 1 on the jog/run 5k training. 1 min walk/3 min jog. I know I can do that since I've started and restarted over and over again. 42 ...

Sunday

Sun, 20 May 2012 23:08:14 EST

“Life isn’t about finding yourself. Life is about creating yourself.” — George Bernard Shaw

DS and Graduation

Sun, 20 May 2012 23:07:22 EST

Well, the big day has come and is almost over. After the
drama of the last 2 days, it was comforting to sit and watch
the graduates together for one last time as a class. The
baccalaureate service was very moving. The speaker is
a minister from a church in town, very loved and...

Fargo Marathon - Go Far Challenge

Sun, 20 May 2012 23:06:32 EST

Over the weekend I went to Fargo, ND - My hometown, and ran (and walked) in two races.... and they were two completely different races!

The first was the 5k - it was Friday nite - the temp at the start of the race was 96 degrees - and they had hoped for 10,000 runners and walkers. They...

So frustrated!!!!

Sun, 20 May 2012 23:02:24 EST

I'm going to be 30 in a couple of months and I feel like my body is betraying me already! I have gained 7lbs in one week! I've been exercising like crazy and during the work week my diet had been not at its best but certainly not that horrific. I stepped it up friday and made a commitment to e...

A MUST READ by MaryBeth aka MBSAENZ. A wonderful internal dialogue about the I want a unhealthy trea

Sun, 20 May 2012 23:02:12 EST

MaryBeth posted this today on our team thread in the BLC. She is the captain of our Courageous Copper Cougar team. And this really spoke to me, I wanted to treat myself with ice cream not 15 minutes ago......................but now since I do not have the calories to spend and I am not going to...

Three years to do a 2-second task

Sun, 20 May 2012 23:00:31 EST

So I have a rebuilt car that the paint peeled off in the middle of my left front fender. Whenever I drove into the parking garage and saw someone I knew, I'd get self-concious that the person maybe looking at my car and notice the spot with no paint. Down here in Texas we don't have cars with rus...

Getting better with the FiveFingers

Sun, 20 May 2012 23:00:27 EST

I am feeling better running in the FiveFIngers, only thing is now that it is hot here (90 today) my toes feel cramped in there..like around as well as long. Hmm. Maybe I need a bigger size. I love em though! I am not having near as many back issues running or after and feel a lot lighter! Th...

CHELSEA!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Sun, 20 May 2012 22:59:31 EST

Watched the match and medal ceremony all over again today cos it was JUST SO DAMN GOOD THE FIRST TIME!!!!!!!!!!!!

If elation burned calories, I'd have hit goal weight last night! LOL!

My heart ...

Accept the Challenge (With Pics)

Sun, 20 May 2012 22:59:25 EST

As a kid I had a bike and it was an adventure for me to use it. In 2009, I hadn't ridden a bike in like 20 years. I was very apprehensive but I did want to try. My husband rented a bike in Downtown Montreal and it was very scary for me going down hill.

Looking for Tips

Sun, 20 May 2012 22:52:31 EST

Was out of sorts this past week after getting my blood work results. I was so anxious to get them since I have been on target for the past few months with my fitness and eating. But, cholesterol was not DOWN... no, no, no, it was up by about 19 pts. I was so bummed.
I have read all the...

what a weekend!

Sun, 20 May 2012 22:52:29 EST

Wow! Mary Kay is really picking up for me and I'm on a great roll!! Thank you God! I also bought a new bowling ball and a rolling 2 ball case tonight. I now have a 10 and 12 lb ball. Knee went out on me a bit bowling so I had to modify tonight. Last night went to a place way out in the hills a...

BLC TRUTH OR DARE BLOG

Sun, 20 May 2012 22:50:45 EST

Here is the Challenge I need to write about...

DARE you to review what you have been doing with your weight loss, control, program. Refocus and determine how you have been approaching why you have joined the BLC team.

TRUTH After you have refocused, take time to plan how you...

Day 77/224

Sun, 20 May 2012 22:50:33 EST

At 77 days, my projected weight loss for 1 lb/week would be 11 lbs. I should be at 167 lbs. Last time I checked, I was 175.7, meaning I've lost 2.3 lbs. I keep trying to come to grips with this, but it still sucks every time. And it does not seem to be helping.

Tomorrow is Airin's ...

Mental Challenge for Week 8

Sun, 20 May 2012 22:48:49 EST

Earn up to 100 points for your team for answering the following questions (worth 25 points each):

1) I've made the most progress in this area so far:
2) What I have done best this challenge is:
3) What I still need to work on during the last weeks of this challenge is:

Cutting Down on Sugar...

Sun, 20 May 2012 22:46:40 EST

I 've had a major revelation and "AHA!" moment. I believe I am hooked on sugar. I know I'm hooked on food, sugar seems to "do me in" each and every time I try to change my eating habits. Sugar seems to be the hardest addiction to break! Today is my 2nd day of truly making a conscious effort t...

Emotional Eating and Skinny-Girl Dresses

Sun, 20 May 2012 22:46:25 EST

I was inspired by my recent downsizing to try on some old dresses I loved so much I didn't have the heart to get rid of. Four of the six fit tonight, along with a cool blue jean jacket a friend handed down to me. I'm very excited to have some pretty dresses to wear this summer!

Perha...

Pugfest!

Sun, 20 May 2012 22:42:31 EST

I spent the afternoon with my mom and DD at a local dog show called Pugfest. There were pugs everywhere! I was impressed by the owners and the dogs and we had a great time!

The costume parade was our favorite - one dog was dressed in a Lady Gaga meat dress (fake meat). It was a hoo...

:(

Sun, 20 May 2012 22:41:51 EST

well baby elias went home tonight and he fell asleep on the journey home...we got to north bergen when he woke up saying mama...he was alright up to the point of us leaving him with his mommy..mommy called and said he was crying and was upset until she told him mama left him some dvds....well he...

Big Day

Sun, 20 May 2012 22:40:34 EST

My little girl Sabrina (32yrs) is having a baby. Gonna be grandma again. It's her first. She and her husband didn't think they wanted a baby but sometimes life sneeks up on you. They are very happy about it. Have a lot to look forward to. I will be going with them next week for the first appo...

Weigh In

Sun, 20 May 2012 22:40:04 EST

Today I stepped on the scale and was down 3.8 lbs. YEAH! Getting real close to the 10 lb lost.

Day # 66: Did you see the Eclipse? Truly amazing!

Sun, 20 May 2012 22:39:52 EST

We were able to see it from our back yard! I was swimming until it got dark. Of course, we didn't look directly at it.

Last night seeing RICH LITTLE portraying Jimmy Stewart, Incredible!!!! Our first night out since "D" surgery. He did great! Thanks God!

It's night night t...

Day 141 of 365

Sun, 20 May 2012 22:39:43 EST

musicsongbird73sgfg.blogspot.com/201
2/05/day-141-of-365.html

Never stop dreaming

May 20, Day 190

Sun, 20 May 2012 22:39:18 EST

I got back to running today. It had been nearly 3 weeks since I last ran. No physical reason for the gap-just 'too busy'. I picked up my training where I left off & interestingly enough I had not lost much momentum. Kind of happy about that. Hopefully I will sleep well tonight. Haven't been sleep...

Lofty Plans

Sun, 20 May 2012 22:37:54 EST

I got a plan for this week. Has quite a bit of motivation and busy-ness in it!

Monday:
I think I am going to go for something crazy and do a two-workout day. I plan on jogging for 30 minutes at 8am and going to Zumba at 11am

Dave often says some stupid stuff so I shot a glance at Carolyn and she, being Dave's compliment, a woman of few words, just smiled and raised her eyebrows.

...

Do you think it is possible....

Sun, 20 May 2012 22:27:21 EST

To eat slowly and enjoy your food?

How slow is slow?

Enjoying food would be wonderful, however, I'm finding that it doesn't taste all that great. The best food I ate all day was an apple!

How about you?

Summer, Summer, Summer!

Sun, 20 May 2012 22:26:41 EST

School is officially out for SUMMER!

There are exactly three months of other activities in the works. It's taken a lot of preparation but I think we finally have these days of summer vacation all scheduled.

Most of the time it's going to be FUN, FUN, FUN for Kirk. As for m...

Listening

Sun, 20 May 2012 22:22:33 EST

I am in a re-election campaign and have a politician as an opponent. My adviser told me I should run some radio spots. I also am involved in a business and radio is not a successful media for advertising. I also have heard that one radio station that I had sent an order for spots to was less than...

A whole new form of exercise for me (Video)

Sun, 20 May 2012 22:22:20 EST

I don't know what this video game was called, but I played with my nieces and nephews today and worked up a sweat!!!

It is WORTH it! New Pics of 35 pounds down.

Sun, 20 May 2012 22:21:41 EST

The other day I was feeling a little down. I could only see the fat I have not how far I'd come. I was really bummed out and my husband said to me, "You don't see what I see." So I had him take some new pics so I could see. I have to say I was amazed. I still have a long way to go but I have come...

Goal one meet; revaulate goal

Sun, 20 May 2012 22:19:58 EST

Long time since I did an entry but here goes.

So two weeks ago I went up north to my aunt's to participate in the Beltane festival and rituals (I'm wiccan and the super moon was the PERFECT wishing moon!) I had such a blast! I danced around the maypole, met new friends and spent time w...

Weather +bones = pain (BunnyFarts)

Sun, 20 May 2012 22:19:37 EST

The answer to my joke about the carrots is Bunny farts.... A congratz goes out to Angelvirgo70 to comment with the right answer.. and I loved the carrot scented Air freshener that Gayllynne suggested...

I had a slightly odd conversation tonight with my Hubby about how I can tell w...

4 week reflection

Sun, 20 May 2012 22:19:19 EST

Here I am halfway through my BLC#14 and it's hard to believe that we're about to start week 5! It's been nice to apart of a team that gives me the motivation and support I need to work towards my goals. The last few weeks have been rough for me seeing as I'm supposed to be out of the house by the...

MWF ISO BALANCE

Sun, 20 May 2012 22:19:01 EST

I have always been quite the all-or-nothing kind of girl. When I was bulimic, I lost 50 pounds in 3 months. When I went to therapy, I went daily. I go nonstop for 16hours a day, or dont move from the couch unelss its to nap in bed. And when I decided to change my life, I left my husband, got my o...

Jenny Craig Day Three

Sun, 20 May 2012 22:18:47 EST

Breakfast: cheddar cheese omelet ( I hated it ), milk, and a cup of diced pineapple.
Lunch: Rotini with Meatballs (not bad, I will get it again), Cup of raw broccoli dipped in a tablespoon of light ranch dressing.
Dinner: Fish and Chips (delicious), two cups of V8.
Snacks: cheese s...

It was a so-so day

Sun, 20 May 2012 22:18:33 EST

I have to say that I didn't know what to do with myself for 2 whole days. Saturday, I took it easy and was a couch potato most the day. I did get on the treadmill twice and walked a mile each time.

Today, I was a little more active. But, still seemed paralyzed about what to do. I...

Vitality Challenge Day 1

Sun, 20 May 2012 22:18:25 EST

Day 1 done!

We drove out to the country today to pick up the kids who had stayed the night with my dad. I always love driving out there because the scenery is just so beautiful.

On the way home, I sort of completed my self-love challenge, to meditate. The windows were down...

time for a change

Sun, 20 May 2012 22:18:18 EST

thank you to all who congratulated me for my third anniversary in spark. i don't know how others knew that, as i did not. actually I've been working the program for a little over 6 months. I am confident of both food and exercise have been according to plan and yet I have failed to lose mu...

21st May Monday

Sun, 20 May 2012 22:17:13 EST

more from yesterday's blog.

I have had many batlles with my mind. To be able to leave food on my plate and not feel guilty anymore that was a really big one. I remember the first time I did this late last year I nearly made myself sick because I did not eat it all, felt so guilty. Al...

Day 7

Sun, 20 May 2012 22:16:40 EST

Hope everyone is enjoying their weekend...

I have been busy downloading new music for my MP3 player... lots of fun stuff... I'm actually looking forward to going to the gym tomorrow to listen to it all... lol...

Trail Walk Day 7: 1.93 Km
Total: 19.84 Km

10k training day 27-28 - Thank Goodness for tomorrow's!!!

Sun, 20 May 2012 22:15:53 EST

10k race date: September 15, 2012
117 days left to train!
****
Yes! The good thing with life, is that we are usually granted a tomorrow to make up for today's mistakes! And Heaven knows that's just what I needed today! A tomorrow, to make up for yesterday's disaster!
I hope ...

Sunday...

Sun, 20 May 2012 22:15:16 EST

I am tired!!! About to relax...hope you had a great day!

ttyl

bike ride

Sun, 20 May 2012 22:15:11 EST

yesterday I road in my second bike race and I went 26.1 miles in 2 hours, the event was the tour de hoot, and it raised money for the boys and girls club! whoo hoo, I was going 13-14 miles per hour, next race in my sights is a 35 mile ride woo hoo, i fell so good!

Mother's Day Do-over

Sun, 20 May 2012 22:15:00 EST

My dh had to work last Sunday so he declared today Mother's Day Do-over. I woke up to my 12 year old had made me a fruit salad (and listed on a piece of paper what he had put in it so I could enter it into SP) and then they made some gf waffles and two fried egg whites. I didn't use syrup but i...

Three Months Ago Today

Sun, 20 May 2012 22:14:37 EST

Three months ago today was the last time I allowed you into my life. It was the last time I allowed anything or anyone to use me. The last time I allowed anything or anyone to take advantage of me. It was the last time I allowed you to pretend you loved me. It was the very last time I tasted your...

Happy Happy Joy Joy

Sun, 20 May 2012 22:13:56 EST

After a tough fall and winter, I am just loving this Spring! The weather is wonderful. I'm in love with my new dance studio -- I went five times this week! I am just feeling such a zest for life that was lacking before. I'm still off caffeine and eating a mostly clean, plant based diet. I've...

i love keeping track-blog 3

Sun, 20 May 2012 22:13:41 EST

Ok so last time I wrote the blog I was doing my brazilian butt lift exercise...unfortunately I have been working so I have not been able to do it since then it kind of sucks...

I do however work at Walmart as a jewelry assoc. so that means I work in shoes and woman's accessories. I am...

Food log #864

Sun, 20 May 2012 22:13:12 EST

Breakfast: 1/2 egg sandwich on a bagel

Lunch: Fruit salad

Dinner: Wild rice with grilled chicken

Snack: Late July tortilla chips and salsa

Such a great weekend... no so great choices.

Sun, 20 May 2012 22:10:28 EST

Although I didn't exactly make the best food choices this weekend. I think I did okay.l I guess we will see tomorrow when i jump on the scale. My daughter had a wonderful weekend. My daughter's 1st communion was beautiful, Besides the jello and wine, I made good food choices.. I even managed ...

Week One is through and loving it!

Sun, 20 May 2012 22:09:14 EST

I know I've only been on this site for a week but I am really loving it. It's got such great tools for helping me track my progress and has helped give me an in depth snapshot of what I've been doing for my health. I plan on this being more than a short term hobby. I love being able to update ...

116 lbs down and 38.5 inches gone

Sun, 20 May 2012 22:08:50 EST

Today was my weekly weigh in as well as my monthly measurements day. And I am so pleased to report that I've lost 116 lbs since Jan. 9 and 38.5 inches since April 2. I can't begin to tell you how excited I am.

Today when I was getting ready for church, I thought I'd try a dress on that...

: 0!! Vegas in two months

Sun, 20 May 2012 22:08:11 EST

Well, I'm back at it! Finally got a dream job and dream vacation coming in August to sin city. I'm going for 20lbs! I have done it before and can do it again. One day it's gonna happen!!!!!!!!!!!

Smiles, kisses and blessed wishes!

5/20 another wonderful day

Sun, 20 May 2012 22:06:47 EST

today I spent the day with a friend - it was an amazing day

I'll try to blog more tomorrow regarding the day but for now I'm just too exhausted

so good night all

time to recharge my batteries for another busy week ahead!

Happy Birthday to me!

Sun, 20 May 2012 22:06:17 EST

I'm ready to go! Took pictures and measurements, and went shopping for food. Unfortunately got glutenized ... who would have thought that a tuna salad platter would do that, must have been cross contamination. Well that kind of blew the rest of the day for exercize. But I will start with that tom...

Awesome weekend

Sun, 20 May 2012 22:06:14 EST

spent the entire weekend outside lots of activity loved it feel great

Bosco! is home

Sun, 20 May 2012 22:05:03 EST

Animal shelters were having free adoptions this weekend. Decided to get a dog. Wanted one that wasn't a puppy that would like cats and not be too hard on Nellie (she's 9 and slowing down alot lately). Bosco was a sweet dog and didn't seem to care for the "barkers" in the kennels around him. Took ...

Oops, I skipped yesterday. I'm still okay? !

Sun, 20 May 2012 22:03:52 EST

I had a great day yesterday. Went for my walk , garage sales, fishing, and to dinner at family's. I had a few bears, and I did check my snacking.

When I woke up this morning - I came here and realized I didn't track hardly anything yesterday. There was a time in my life that would of b...

More tests

Sun, 20 May 2012 22:03:46 EST

The MRI came back 'normal'. So I guess my brain isn't full of holes! 20

However, I have to go back in for more blood tests and according to the nurse, the doc is going to be sending me out to an endocrinologist.

Well, whatever they do, I wish it would hurry up...

Nice busy weekend and............bears!

Sun, 20 May 2012 22:03:37 EST

What a wild weekend garage sale-wise it was! They're multiplying every week now and this weekend, entire neighborhoods were having community sales which are great for me because there's a whole lot of walking involved in those. I had hubby drop me off a block or so away from some of them and meet...

Sunday night

Sun, 20 May 2012 22:02:28 EST

Still in recovery from the Saturday trip--had a leisurely breakfast with a friend, did some yard work, and took a ride to White Clay Creek Preserve in Pa for a walk.

Some butterflies, a dragonfly or two, but the coup of the day was spotting a great blue heron coming in for a landing. W...

Day two!

Sun, 20 May 2012 22:02:04 EST

A bit harder but still good.... especially on the amount of water I took!
Still confident to continue.
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Blessings, May 20, 2012

Sun, 20 May 2012 22:01:14 EST

My goal is to list at least three blessings every day.

Here are today's blessings:

1. My son was confirmed today!! It was a beautiful service and a nice celebration afterwards.

2. My son's Godmother was able to be at his confirmation today. I haven't had a c...

BLC Goal BLOG -(halfway point)

Sun, 20 May 2012 22:00:52 EST

Well, dearest team members,

Looking back for the past 2 weeks of being on this spark team i originally set the goals to be a little more fit, drink plenty of water, 64oz preferred habit, and to lose atleast 10lbs- all in the 4 weeks of this challenge. So far I believe I am in good stan...

Mid-Challenge Reflection ~ Day 145

Sun, 20 May 2012 22:00:22 EST

Current Weight: 234
Previous Weight: 238
Starting Weight: 285
Goal Weight: 180

Its really nice to see the scale go down, even if its not that much! I'm pretty happy with the amount of calories I consume and I'm content with the types of healthier foods I am eating. S...

P90x phase 1 done!!!!!!!!

Sun, 20 May 2012 21:59:56 EST

So I just completed my last week of phase 1 of p90x. Ive lost 10 lbs and 15.75 inches overall. Im looking forward to phase 2-more carbs....yay! lol ive definitely seen progress. Things I couldnt do the first week I am now able to do. I definitely have alot more energy than when I started. ...

UGH the monster escaped

Sun, 20 May 2012 21:59:55 EST

This week I ate too many processed foods and that is always the dangerous path back to my old ways. Last night I had a few drinks and the bottomless monster escaped! I didn't eat too much but this morning I got up and started the day with a strong breakfast. Lunch went well with a salad topped wi...

Day 804: Day 1 of the 15DVC (Round 6)

Sun, 20 May 2012 21:59:43 EST

Heyoooo - I wanted to blog every day for the next 15 days...I'm trying to eventually become vegan and I really think blogging helps for accountability.

Self-Love: I didn't do my affirmations this morning but I am going to do them tonight :) I didn't stay at my house last night and was...

My garden

Sun, 20 May 2012 21:57:39 EST

Here is my biggest project: moving left to right in the garden we have strawberries, bell peppers green and orange, heirloom tomatoes, marigold, sunflowers, cucumbers, corn, and in the box carrots and two bell pepper plants.

This is back in April ~ we started most everything from seed...

NEED HELP

Sun, 20 May 2012 21:56:44 EST

24 someone told me that if i get a i pod and listen to music it would help me with the walk and not get bored. will i got one and having problems downloading music to it. need help?

Day 147

Sun, 20 May 2012 21:56:17 EST

Runnin' on empty!! Little Liam didn't sleep well last night....coughing, restless & got up several times for long periods throughout the night. Only got 4 hrs. sleep.

Got another great walk in today. There is no reason for this but the past 3 days I've walked a little more each da...

Shoulda Oughta Known

Sun, 20 May 2012 21:54:04 EST

Ya know how there are some things you just don't say cuz it will jinx you ultra bad? The past several days have been somewhat wild. The weekend was pretty decent and routine except for the fact that BOTH ankles and al...

Two Weeks of Muddy, Swirling Whirlpool

Sun, 20 May 2012 21:52:04 EST

I just completed a 2.75 mile walk/run, my first workout in two weeks. Two weeks, people. I've spent two weeks drowning in...okay, I'll admit it. Depression.

Didn't see that one coming. Yet there it is: I have been completely and utterly depressed. DH's horrible mood swings wore me down...

A Milestone Day!!!

Sun, 20 May 2012 21:52:03 EST

Tomorrow is the big day for my son. He will graduate from High School and he has managed to get honor cords in English, Spanish, Social Studies, Science and the National Honor Society. All this he has achieved in spite of his health and all the challenges he went through since last year.
...

More Deep Thoughts For Those Who Take Life Way Too Seriously

Sun, 20 May 2012 21:51:50 EST

- Depression is merely anger without enthusiasm.

- The early bird may get the worm, but the second mouse gets the cheese in the trap.

- Support bacteria. They're the only culture some people have.

- A clear conscience is usually the sign of a bad memory.
...

Don't trust the scale!

Sun, 20 May 2012 21:49:31 EST

This is a testament to the notion that you should not trust the scale because muscle weighs more than fat. Over the past two months, I've had many signs that indicated that I lost weight. The shorts I bought two months ago started feeling too loose in the waist one month ago. Corsets I bought thr...

Problem Solver

Sun, 20 May 2012 21:49:10 EST

I've always had snack attacks while at the computer. Before I would just grab anything sweet and enjoy it. But since I've had bariatric surgery, I can't/won't do that anymore. So I came up with a solution that maybe will help you, too.

I have to take calcium and vitamins everyday si...

Back to Basics

Sun, 20 May 2012 21:48:45 EST

My Medifast idea was a bust. I couldn't stick with it. I love normal food too much.

Tomorrow I will start counting calories again. It's worked in the past. If I can keep my calories around or below 1800 a day I will lose weight.

WORKED IT

Sun, 20 May 2012 21:47:50 EST

HAD A VERY NICE PARTY FOR THE BUSINESS THIS WEEK-END AND GOD WORKED IT OUT!

One Week After Mother's Day....... I get notified .......

Sun, 20 May 2012 21:44:52 EST

Whoot Whoot, I have been informed with great happiness that I am likely to become a grandmother for the first time ....... Stick tests are positive, DIL is seeing doctor this week and shes already working on good diet and no wine at dinner time. ( Good lady). DS is going to be pampering her and...

Day 105 and 106 - No excuses now...

Sun, 20 May 2012 21:44:38 EST

My bum shoulder has me a little bummed out. I go to the gym, but I can't use any of the machines besides the elliptical machine.

So I've decided to freeze my membership for now, while I sort out my shoulder issues, and I bought a Livestrong elliptical! I have no excuses now! I can easi...

Expect Great Things

Sun, 20 May 2012 21:43:59 EST

Dear Lord,

I thank You in advance for expectation of great things in my life and the lives of others. I can't do it alone Lord, for You are my shield and buckler, without You, I am nothing. Thank you for the Comforter who speaks to me in the stillness and quietness of voices. I than...

Trying to get back on track

Sun, 20 May 2012 21:42:10 EST

After nearly four weeks of little exercise, I made it to the gym Thursday and today (Sunday). It didn't help that two cakes were brought into work last week and I really didn't need four pieces of cake over three days. They were good though! But I don't have good willpower where cake is concer...

day 14~ I am not kid friendly..

Sun, 20 May 2012 21:41:41 EST

weigh in: 503.8

so, since friday afternoon until 12noon today , i have been in the company of my young 2d cousins(ages 8 and 11) and i now completely understand the comment: "FORGET THE JUICE BOXES, MOMMY NEEDS A COCKTAIL!" i don't know how my aunt, their granny does it. i am exhauste...

Summer Goals and Rewards

Sun, 20 May 2012 21:40:20 EST

Summer is here in a big way in Chattanooga: It's consistently hitting 80+ degrees every day, daylight streams in my windows well past husby's bedtime, and my AC runs full time. Summer concert series have kicked off, the school year is over, and the most luscious strawberries I've ever tasted are ...

ALLERGIES!

Sun, 20 May 2012 21:40:15 EST

Today i had a hard time with my allergies in the morning. but this after the allergy meds and a nap i was feeling MUCH better. i'm so ready for work this week! i have my lunch made for tomorrow and may make my garlic brown sugar chicken tomorrow night for Tuesdays lunch :) For me personally, I th...

it's like riding a bike...

Sun, 20 May 2012 21:39:56 EST

I joined spark a mere 2 months before hitting the big 3-0. I was terrified of turning 30 and I really wanted to get into the best shape of my life and rock my 30s. I did everything by the book. If i were someone else, I would have dropped 50 pounds and hit my goal. But, I'm me and now I know I'm ...

Lime Spring Challenge Comes to an End...

Sun, 20 May 2012 21:39:46 EST

These past 10 weeks I have been much more focused and motivated. The challenge has helped me to get and stay back on track and I am feeling good about myself.

I commented once that I was jealous of those people that lose 3, 4, or more pounds a week but I have become happy with my slow ...

Amazing day!

Sun, 20 May 2012 21:39:17 EST

Well I didn't do 3 Zumba workouts but I did do 2 and went running with my nephew, so I'll count that as 3 workouts. As far as food today, I've ate health! I was craving a cake, brownies, and ect junk food so instead of giving in to that I had a strawberry banana smoothie. So far so good! Oh and ...

life is messy

Sun, 20 May 2012 21:39:12 EST

I ended an unhealthy romantic relationship last Halloween -- a long-distance relationship with an ex-boyfriend from 12 years ago that was bad for me but still so hard to let go of. He and I have emailed a few times, very perfunctorily, since then, but hadn't talked to each other since that Hallow...

The Simple Diet - Day 132 ~ A weekend of achievements

Sun, 20 May 2012 21:39:08 EST

Okay I have had 2 days of not being on plan but I still consider that I am on TSD just took a minuscule break. While I was not exactly on plan I did use the tools I have learned and used moderation in my choices.

Today I went up to the fitness club with my friend and we both joined. ...

May 20th 2012

Sun, 20 May 2012 21:36:45 EST

These past few months have been a roller coaster. I have decided to get off the roller coaster and take control of my life back! I have stepped on the scale and realized I have gained 10lbs. I know its due to the lack of caring for my body by food and exercise. I am trying to get back into workin...

17 Day Diet - One week completed!

Sun, 20 May 2012 21:35:08 EST

Want to see how my week has gone? Check it out:

http://17dayexperiment.blogspot.com/

Cellcom Green Bay Marathon

Sun, 20 May 2012 21:34:17 EST

This could be long - I had all sorts of emotions going on today. I really didn't know what my plan was with a 70 degree starting temp. None of my long runs had FINISHED at 70 degrees. I do think, however, that the fact that I did most of my other training runs midday helped acclimate me somewhat....

19 workouts in 25 days

Sun, 20 May 2012 21:32:07 EST

so i have finished my challenge. the good news? that means i am headed to vegas in the morning. my goal was for 20 workouts but today my back was killing for whatever reason so i decided against it. at the same time though some of those days i did workout were double workout days so i am probably...

Sunday May 20 Daughter's Baccalaureate

Sun, 20 May 2012 21:31:39 EST

Today was my daughter's Baccalaureate at her High School. It was a beautiful celebration. The teacher who was the guess speaker really got the students' attention. He did an awesome job in sending them the message that they do whatever they set their mind too! The orchestra and choir were amazing...

Looking forward to tomorrow's weigh-in...WHAT?!?!

Sun, 20 May 2012 21:30:14 EST

Yes, I actually AM looking forward to weighing in tomorrow! This time around, I've decided I will weigh-in on Mondays - and Monday will be the ONLY day I'm allowed to change my weight tracker. Somehow, I need that to get successfully through the weekend.

I weigh myself daily, and this ...

Missed Rachel's Celebration

Sun, 20 May 2012 21:29:39 EST

I'm sad I missed Rachel's Master's gradutation today. I just didn't feel up to it. The ceremony was yesterday and there are lots of pictures on Facebook already.

Progress

Sun, 20 May 2012 21:28:15 EST

Okay, so it took me a month to lose all the weight I gained during Pig Week last month. Sort of. I got one pound down, then another, then I got stuck for the next two. This week I lost three pounds. No, I lied; 3.6 pounds, really.

I don't know what did it. The first week of the ...

Spark Recipe for BLC Challenge and a good WI too.

Sun, 20 May 2012 21:27:28 EST

Three Bean Pasta Salad
1 12 oz package of tri-color rotini Barilla Pasta
1 15oz. can of green beans
1 15 oz. can of garbonzo beans
1 15 oz. dark red kidney beans
1 10 oz. package of frozen spinach
1/3 of a 32 oz jar of sweet red peppers with liquid
Cook the pas...

old age

Sun, 20 May 2012 21:26:57 EST

Too bad I didn't remember my list from my previous blog when I went grocery shopping... argh 52

Procrastination does not pay

Sun, 20 May 2012 21:26:29 EST

One of the things I'm really bad with is procrastination. I have a sizable list of things I put of, have been putting off, continue to put off, etc. One of those things, for the longest time, has been my weight loss efforts - but I can take that off the list. My weight loss efforts are sometim...

Slow Twitch and Fast Twitch Muscle fibers

Sun, 20 May 2012 21:26:09 EST

Video can be found here:
www.youtube.com/watch?v=Nld7WYI0HIU&
feature=related

Not all muscle is the same. Some muscle fibers are used in endurance tasks like running for long dis...

Fell off the wagon this weekend

Sun, 20 May 2012 21:25:13 EST

Ugh.. went way, way, way over my calories this weekend! I can't explain why, but I did it. I don't know if it was the hot weather or just the apathy on my part. Hubby offered me a second hamburger from the grill on Saturday and I took it, bun and bacon too! Today we went out for lunch to Red Robi...

Sunday - day of rest (mostly) - and looking for dehydrator recipes

Sun, 20 May 2012 21:22:52 EST

Got up early today and made pancakes for my boyfriend who was headed back up to his mom's to do some work around her house. I had just two small ones myself with a tablespoon of pure maple syrup. Very good and did not break the calorie bank! I took a half hour walk after breakfast and stayed o...

So Here it Goes...

Sun, 20 May 2012 21:22:38 EST

224 pounds.

Really?! Have I really let myself get that out of shape and overweight?!? WHY!? It is time for a change. I have no self confidence, no self-esteem. I want to be happy. I want to be active. I want to enjoy life. I don't want to wake up every day feeling like a beached ...

Off to a good start!

Sun, 20 May 2012 21:21:40 EST

One week..4 pounds gone! 244

I'm proud of myself. I started out strong but I had a few rough days during the end of the week. It just proves that you CAN have rough days, you just need to make up for it. I'm looking forward to next week. Working three times a week also helpe...

Completed 1st Sprint Triathlon

Sun, 20 May 2012 21:21:16 EST

Yesterday I completed by first ever Sprint Triathlon. It took me 2 hours and 28 minutes. My main goal was to finish which I did. I also didn't come in last. There were 240 participants only 176 finished and I finished 164th. I actually felt pretty good after the race, tired, but good.
...

So frustrated

Sun, 20 May 2012 21:20:00 EST

I havn't lost any weight since the Thursday before last. I thought I was doing so good eating serving sizes, and healthier foods. I'm clearly doing something wrong. I have been excersizing daily except these last 3 days. Any tips or ideas? 24

Day 15 - Scary Raspberries

Sun, 20 May 2012 21:17:53 EST

Blog Update

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SHERLOCK HOLMES AND DR. WATSON DISCOVER AN UNUSUAL PAINTING

Sun, 20 May 2012 21:17:32 EST

One day, Sherlock Holmes and Doctor Watson were doing their usual investigative business, when they uncovered an unusual painting.

At first glance, it looked like a picture of normal oak tree, in the middle of a wilderness, but if one looked closer, one could see that it was a remarka...

Vlog - Before the Concert Today

Sun, 20 May 2012 21:13:52 EST

This was RIGHT before our concert today. It went super! We got a standing ovation in the middle of the concert after the Baba Yetu song I talked about in the vlog here.. and another one at the end! WOOHOO! It was super hot - over 90 degrees (more inside the church where we performed, I think!) an...

Oh! What a Feeling!

Sun, 20 May 2012 21:12:30 EST

Yesterday and today I had gone swimming with my hubby to a lake we go to in the summer. I was really worried my bathing suit wouldn't fit. But it slid right on, and I had room to spare! Wow! What an amazing and wonderful feeling! I am proof, you CAN do it! I had gained some extra weight in the wi...

The Sun is Down, the Day is Done...

Sun, 20 May 2012 21:12:09 EST

I am SO glad to be home in my recliner chair relaxing...but I can not WAIT for morning...to get "back in the groove" & get refocused with the SP program. Went out to dinner last night & this eve. after Hamvention, so I am DONE with that. It makes me anxious when I'm not 100% sure how to track my ...

Take A Road Trip With Me

Sun, 20 May 2012 21:08:48 EST

Last fall I went driving out around the lake, and took some pics. I especially like the pictures of the winding road with all the little hills.

I enjoy it immensely, and obsess over it, even though it isn't necessarily *fun* all the time...

Not a pretty picture but ...

Sun, 20 May 2012 21:00:53 EST

A pound is a pound...

My Daughter is Still Touching Lives Even After Her Passing... (PIC)

Sun, 20 May 2012 21:00:03 EST

My friend Heather was pregnant with her son when Maddie and Josh passed away. So naturally her son never met Maddie. When Heather was pregnant with her son and Maddie was alive she'd try to teach Maddie to say "Boobies...

New Dress - Full Body pictures

Sun, 20 May 2012 20:59:36 EST

This is what I wore to church today. It's a new dress I bought at Sears about two months ago when they were going out of business. I could get it on then, but it was still too tight then. Fits good now! I got a lot of compliments on how great I am looking lately! One lady commented that I looked ...

Day 170- Feeling Very Successful and Happy with Life :)

Sun, 20 May 2012 20:59:26 EST

Hello.

It's been awhile. Well really only three days, but that's more days than I like to miss blogging on SP. I was home this weekend to help my parents with a huge event that my dad helps out with. I was at the event form 7-3 on Friday and 10-2 on Saturday. Both days I ate good brea...

Happy Sunday, everybody!

Sun, 20 May 2012 20:57:10 EST

104 Imagine my surprise this morning when I opened my front door on my way out to meet a friend for lunch (and take out the garbage) to find it was sheeting down rain!! 257 What the ?*!?? Nope, wasn't expecting that. 24
Reversing my steps, I pulled out a rain...

Lookin Up

Sun, 20 May 2012 20:56:12 EST

Thank You ever so much. Sometimes it's too easy to become focused on the children and their problems and put the one who helped create those children on the back burner. That is exactly what I have been doing. : ( I have been so focused on son and myself, that hubby has been standing in the win...

Day 29-33 Insanity Done!

Sun, 20 May 2012 20:55:28 EST

Core Cardio and Balance done! Rest day tomorrow and then fit test and Max Interval Circuit! I am excited to start the last phase of Insanity! I officially am done with school as well! It feels so good! Student teaching was very stressful, but I made it through! Tomorrow I go back to work and i wi...

21 Day Challenge-Day 6

Sun, 20 May 2012 20:54:31 EST

I struggled today. I broke down and had some sweets. 24 I'm not going to give up though and will be right back on track tomorrow.

Snozday (or Sunday, if you prefer)

Sun, 20 May 2012 20:51:09 EST

I had another night of rough sleep. Another night of the cat waking me up. Another night of my daughter randomly waking up in the wee hours. And then I woke up at 5am...again. I tried to stay in bed and rest a little while longer, but ended up fighting sleep instead.

Ugh.

I...

Day 174-another Mother's Day

Sun, 20 May 2012 20:48:50 EST

We went to early mass today and were able to go to a nice brunch afterward at Crave in Omaha. It's a little pricey, but kids eat free for every adult. Today, they charged Mikey and Pat as kids, so we got two free kid meals, and our teenagers were basically half the price they usually charge. I...

blueberry pancakes - YUM

Sun, 20 May 2012 20:48:23 EST

I have been craving pancakes like made for the last 1-2 weeks. With any of my cravings, I try to give it a few days to see if it will dissipate. This one just would NOT go away.

So, after our ride this morning, my friend and I hit IHOP and I got some double blueberry pancakes and the...

3/4 of a well-managed conference weekend

Sun, 20 May 2012 20:46:57 EST

This weekend was the Nebula Awards weekend in Washington, DC, and hubby and I drove out there, about a 7 hour drive. I did really well with my eating through the weekend, and worked out. But last night we were up really late, this morning I woke early and couldn't go back to sleep, and driving ho...

IT'S BEGUN

Sun, 20 May 2012 20:44:24 EST

thimecules.blogspot.com/2012/05/it-h
as-begun.html

Spring and new energy of May...

Sun, 20 May 2012 20:44:18 EST

I have been tracking my workouts now since 2010 not just here, but on a horridly geeky spreadsheet. It shows when I worked out how much, for how long, calories etc. The most interesting part about this spreadsheet though is the time of year that I seem most active and most consistent.
<...

A wild few days

Sun, 20 May 2012 20:43:52 EST

I took my Dad out for a drive on Thursday. During our drive he aspirated some water. WE pulled over to the side of the road and waited until he got the water up. I went over to his place later that day to check his chest. The caregiver was there to make his dinner and he was just getting up. He w...

Even more miles...

Sun, 20 May 2012 20:43:01 EST

It was pretty warm here today. It got up to 83F, and still I went out walking. I didn't take the dog, as he is still not walking far. But I had a human companion for a change. We averaged about a 15 min/mile pace over 5.5 miles, so we did pretty good. I also pedaled 4.3 miles in about 15 min...

One of my reasons for being faithful to SP.....

Sun, 20 May 2012 20:42:24 EST

I have many reasons for wanting to be on SP, from wanting to be able to to look more fit & toned & at a healthier weight to being able to have the energy to stay active with my family & friends. Let me share one of those special reasons with you......
Today is a very special day for our fam...

BMI for me

Sun, 20 May 2012 20:41:55 EST

18.5 or less Underweight 100 to 124 lbs
(My high school weight)
18.5 to 24.99 Normal Weight 125 to 164 lbs
(I went from 135 lbs to 172 lbs in 1 month when I was 19 yrs old)
25 to 29.99 Overweight 165 lbs to 199 lbs
(In 14 years I gained 10 lbs by staying active and n...

Day 145. On plan.

Sun, 20 May 2012 20:41:32 EST

1800.

There is a first time for everything

Sun, 20 May 2012 20:41:23 EST

Today is my first day on this site.
Today is my first day for blogging.
I found out about sparkpeople around 4:30 at night.
This is not the first day that I've eaten things I should not (nor do I believe it will be the last ha) .
I decided to start my first day now, even aft...

Getting Ready

Sun, 20 May 2012 20:41:00 EST

Hubby and I are getting ready for our trip. We both have mixed emotions about it. We dread the burial but I, at least, am looking forward to seeing my DD and my sweet aunt. I made our motel reservations last night. We already made our flight reservations about 6 weeks ago. We will also visit...

No fitness last week of any kind

Sun, 20 May 2012 20:40:27 EST

This past week I didn't engage in any fitness activities and not by choice. I was suffering from cramps and muscle spasms in my legs and lower back. Extremely painful stuff. Every move, I made was a possible spasm trigger. Laying in bed wasn't even a safe venture. My medical team and I figur...

DOWN 1/2 POUND OH WOW!!!!!!

Sun, 20 May 2012 20:40:12 EST

Weighed myself today and lost a 1/2 poung. Oh wow! I know it's something, but not enough.
In other matters, I went to make supper and pots fell on my left foot, especially on one of my toes. It was bleeding I put some ice on it, but my whole foot along with my toe hurts. I hope I am ok tom...

Are You Focused On Your Goals?

Sun, 20 May 2012 20:39:33 EST

If you lack focus it will get you no where that you want to be. There are lots of books and blogs wrote on setting goals and making plans to reach the goals. If we are not careful we can become obsessed which ...

It is Well with my Soul

Sun, 20 May 2012 20:39:27 EST

43 Sunday 288 296
Sunday is my favorite day of the week. It is the day I spend meditating with the Lord. Most weeks I don't spend enough time during the week reading the word of God and praying, but I always have Sunday's set aside to be with God and with fami...

Bad End To Week 1

Sun, 20 May 2012 20:38:46 EST

Well I was having a great week. I burned all the calories they said I needed to. I only went over my daily food intake once. I stayed away from my food weakness RICE for 6 full days. Then last night I fell, twisted my left ankle & banged my left knee. It didnt hurt that bad until I got up this mo...

A Busy Week

Sun, 20 May 2012 20:38:45 EST

This has been a hectic week. I am trying to get things organized so I can be "out" for a while while I recover from surgery which is scheduled for Tuesday. I can count on hubby and son to take care of things, but I want to make it as easy for them as possible. I'm hoping I'll only be out of commi...

Things I am considering lately

Sun, 20 May 2012 20:38:13 EST

I have been thinking a lot about my weight loss journey. To me, gaining back 50 of the 113 lbs I lost a couple of years ago feels like failure. But, thinking seriously, what will change when (not if) I reclaim this loss?

Will I be strong and healthy? Well, I already AM strong and he...

"Spring Into Shape Bootcamp Challenge" - Week 4, Day 1

Sun, 20 May 2012 20:36:40 EST

Today's accountability:

1) 10-minute cardio kickboxing video done twice in a row for a total of 20 minutes.
2) 25-minute walk outside done.
3) Keeping track of food and will be within calorie range.
4) Keeping track of water and will be at a minimum 8 cups.
5) 5 ser...

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still not motivated to work out??? any advice??

can't quit sugar

Long weekend, new toy!

Reemerging!

Rewarding

KEEPING ON...

A Sunday Miracle for Meg

Fri, Sat, Sun

Halfway Point Reflection

Can Anything Else Possibly Go Wrong Hiking Wilson Canyon Trail?

My Vision Board!

Weekly Workout Update - May 7th - 13th, 14th - 20th

HOW MY EATING HABITS HAVE CHANGED WITH SPARK

Feelin' down.

Dance Awards Dinner

Day 141: I'm Going Bonkers Without My Stove

HLC #1--Week 9 Mental challenge

DANCE! DANCE!

Summer time

Junk Science Advice (can go f off)

Firm Express -- Week 1 Results

Serene Sunny Sunday

Dear Shopping,

Food and my emotional attraction to it.

The Greatest Thing About Sparkpeople...

padres and solar annular eclipse

Ring of Fire

my appetites for life are huge

Day 6

DH Says, "Lose Weight!"

20th May - Reached My Jump Rope Goal!

Stress

Progress!! Finally! And the trials to get there.

Day 63. Won't be a part of this new movement. FAT!

Back to Basics

Great way to exercise when you have little kids

A Very Frustrating Day But I Stayed Calm

Mondays Joke

BLC # 14 (Green Ivys) - Mid-point Assessment

Race #8/Half Marathon #3 of 2012: Portland Rock'n'Roll

Dad's Joke of the Day!!

from zumba to core

Feeling Better

5-20-2012

Its flippin hot outside!!

The Big Computer Drama

May 21st---- Nervous!

Another Day

Day 46 ~ I caught a bug

May 20

Finally, a light at the end of the tunnel!

A Date with the Eclipse - pictures

Intermission: Run For The Rocks Half Marathon

Cheers to the weekend?? I WON'T be drinking to that!

Crossfit

Is he crazy??!!

Stronger

Difference between a Working Woman & A HouseWife

Gym Dedication: End of Week 11

New Week

DAY THIRTEEN

oooooh video blog

Is forever grateful for suntan lotion!

More of the desert life

A SHORT EXPLANATION

the day before

Keep moving forward...

Weekend Review & 5k Recap

5/20/12--Greenswell Dirty Duathlon

Monday

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