Is it possible that it's been 7 months since I have posted?!? Wow. That's just plain terrible. Bad Blogger.
To say that I have fallen off the wagon is a slight exaggeration. I have put some of the weight back on, which is disappointing. 15 pounds to be exact from this time last year (25 pounds since last summer). It sure goes on easily! Taking it off, not so much.
I would like to say "today is a new day". A new day to say NO to chocolate and YES to an apple (no, really, I just did that).
Yesterday, I received a message from a friend, M, I have known since I was 12 or 13. Her message made me cry. She said that I inspired her to lose weight and get healthy. I was so touched. And embarrassed. Because I put weight back on. I feel like I have let down first of all myself but also people around me who I have encouraged (or inspired, as she said).
To have someone call me an inspiration made me feel like a fraud. I had to be reminded that I HAVE kept off [mostly] 40 pounds all this time. I need to keep that in mind. I know what needs to be done and have the tools to do it. It's just so hard.
In the beginning it was SO easy. I was motivated and driven and, let's face it, a whole lot of crazy. If I could get some of that back I would be so happy.
So I need a new motivation. My daughters wedding. I INTEND to look freaking awesome. I am challenging myself here and now. Get this 25 off in the next 9 months.
Here we go....
And thanks, M, for the kick in the pants I needed.
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Wednesday, November 8, 2017
Monday, April 3, 2017
I know, I know
Where have I been? Well, I've been here. But not really. And that's very evident in my weight tracker. I am done with excuses. I am done with cheats and sneaks and half-ass tracking.
I'm in it to win it.
Starting today.
Lately, I have been using "well, that's life" as a reason to not be stricter. Yes, things come up, stuff happens and sometimes food choices are not in my control. BUT, I CAN control what I do with those food choices, when stuff comes up and things happen. I CAN pick through the bad food and find something good. If not - one word comes to mind moderation.
I took the traveling journal (aka "the lucky journal" to some) this week. The idea is to track what you eat and how much you exercise in writing with like a pencil. To me, it's old school. I track everything on my phone. We'll see just how lucky this traveling lucky journal is. I am tracking in both places.
I am not happy that weight has crept back on. I am certainly not happy that the really cute pants I bought last summer are SUPER tight and not at all flattering. I'm really, really unhappy that I had to BUY a few pairs of pants just get me through. Ugh. If that isn't incentive enough, I don't know what is.
PLUS, in 4 months, we are going to Nashville. I'd like to be able to wear cute, fun clothes while we are there. I know what needs to be done. Just like Nike...
...Just do it.
I'm in it to win it.
Starting today.
Lately, I have been using "well, that's life" as a reason to not be stricter. Yes, things come up, stuff happens and sometimes food choices are not in my control. BUT, I CAN control what I do with those food choices, when stuff comes up and things happen. I CAN pick through the bad food and find something good. If not - one word comes to mind moderation.
I took the traveling journal (aka "the lucky journal" to some) this week. The idea is to track what you eat and how much you exercise in writing with like a pencil. To me, it's old school. I track everything on my phone. We'll see just how lucky this traveling lucky journal is. I am tracking in both places.
I am not happy that weight has crept back on. I am certainly not happy that the really cute pants I bought last summer are SUPER tight and not at all flattering. I'm really, really unhappy that I had to BUY a few pairs of pants just get me through. Ugh. If that isn't incentive enough, I don't know what is.
PLUS, in 4 months, we are going to Nashville. I'd like to be able to wear cute, fun clothes while we are there. I know what needs to be done. Just like Nike...
...Just do it.
Friday, February 24, 2017
Tragedy
Something terrible has happened. It was mostly avoidable. I could've said no thank you. I could've walked away. But I didn't. And now...now I am the owner of a box of Girl Scout cookies.
<gasp>
They are safely tucked away about 4 feet away. In an effort to NOT eat another one, I ate some of the yummy Weight Watchers Cinna-licious Swirl crunchy snack. But who are we kidding??? I can actually hear them calling my name from inside the baggie that's inside the drawer. The pull is too great...
Think about it. They are only out a short period of time. So, if I indulge a little, is it really a crime against WW? Nope. I will enjoy every crunchy bite. And when they're gone, they're gone. And I'm good again.
Until Nabisco's come back with the Fruity Pebble Oreo's. Then all bets are off!
<gasp>
They are safely tucked away about 4 feet away. In an effort to NOT eat another one, I ate some of the yummy Weight Watchers Cinna-licious Swirl crunchy snack. But who are we kidding??? I can actually hear them calling my name from inside the baggie that's inside the drawer. The pull is too great...
Must.
Have.
Another.
Think about it. They are only out a short period of time. So, if I indulge a little, is it really a crime against WW? Nope. I will enjoy every crunchy bite. And when they're gone, they're gone. And I'm good again.
Until Nabisco's come back with the Fruity Pebble Oreo's. Then all bets are off!
Wednesday, January 4, 2017
Happy 2017!
It's a new year! A clean slate. A great time to reevaluate goals and how to best achieve them. I really don't think setting resolutions work. It's unnecessary pressure. So, let's use the word commitment. Unless you're have commitment phobia.
I really enjoyed the holidays. I know too much because I can feel it. It's not just my pants are a little snug, but in general I just didn't feel "good". Sure I still exercised as much as I could. But, I ate foods I said goodbye to a long time ago. I fell face first into a bag of my favorite potato chips. I sucked down a peppermint milkshake from Chick-Fil-A without batting an eye. I didn't say "no" to much. I drank more adult beverages than I have in a long time. In other words, I gave into the holiday spirit. And now it's time to change my ways and recommit.
True confession time - I didn't track. At all. Mostly because I was lazy but also because I felt guilty about what I was eating/drinking. And honestly most of the time I didn't care. Even though I KNEW I was losing control and was possibly getting farther away from my goal. I was kind of glad to miss WW last weekend because I know it's going to be u-g-l-y.
I am SO fortunate to have so many good friends and my family to support me. I couldn't do it without them.
I am now tracking everything (good and bad). I am exercising. I am going to really TRY to get at least closer to my goal weight by my birthday. 84 more days!
Let's do this!
I really enjoyed the holidays. I know too much because I can feel it. It's not just my pants are a little snug, but in general I just didn't feel "good". Sure I still exercised as much as I could. But, I ate foods I said goodbye to a long time ago. I fell face first into a bag of my favorite potato chips. I sucked down a peppermint milkshake from Chick-Fil-A without batting an eye. I didn't say "no" to much. I drank more adult beverages than I have in a long time. In other words, I gave into the holiday spirit. And now it's time to change my ways and recommit.
True confession time - I didn't track. At all. Mostly because I was lazy but also because I felt guilty about what I was eating/drinking. And honestly most of the time I didn't care. Even though I KNEW I was losing control and was possibly getting farther away from my goal. I was kind of glad to miss WW last weekend because I know it's going to be u-g-l-y.
I am SO fortunate to have so many good friends and my family to support me. I couldn't do it without them.
I am now tracking everything (good and bad). I am exercising. I am going to really TRY to get at least closer to my goal weight by my birthday. 84 more days!
Let's do this!
Tuesday, December 6, 2016
Mindset
Ever have someone tell you that you have to take of yourself before you can help others? Or how about you can't help someone who can't help themselves? I have heard these words and have said them.
At this time of the year, it's easy to lose track of yourself. For me, I am busy trying to make Christmas magical for my family, while working full time and still performing my day-to-day "duties" at home. This is life. And sometimes life just gets in the way of what should happen.
I should be on the elliptical every single day and taking a walk after dinner. I should be making better food choices when I am on the fly. I should be making sure I am getting plenty of rest. But are these things always happening? Not always. Because life is getting in the way.
So, how do I change that? Well, first I have to change my mindset. I need to "stay the course" and cut myself some slack (but not a lot). Easier said then done, right?
Mindset. I hear that a lot at work. By definition, it is "a set of assumptions, methods or notations held by one or more people or groups of people that is so established that it creates a powerful incentive within these people or groups to continue to adopt or accept prior behaviors, choices or tools" Isn't that speaking to Weight Watchers? It's a method held by a group of us who are trying to change our relationship(s) with food - adopting better behaviors using tools provided to us by Weight Watchers. At least that's my interpretation.
Making the change has to be within ourselves. No one can MAKE you take care of yourself. No one can help you if you don't want to help your self. Only you can make up your own mind.
At this time of the year, it's easy to lose track of yourself. For me, I am busy trying to make Christmas magical for my family, while working full time and still performing my day-to-day "duties" at home. This is life. And sometimes life just gets in the way of what should happen.
I should be on the elliptical every single day and taking a walk after dinner. I should be making better food choices when I am on the fly. I should be making sure I am getting plenty of rest. But are these things always happening? Not always. Because life is getting in the way.
So, how do I change that? Well, first I have to change my mindset. I need to "stay the course" and cut myself some slack (but not a lot). Easier said then done, right?
Mindset. I hear that a lot at work. By definition, it is "a set of assumptions, methods or notations held by one or more people or groups of people that is so established that it creates a powerful incentive within these people or groups to continue to adopt or accept prior behaviors, choices or tools" Isn't that speaking to Weight Watchers? It's a method held by a group of us who are trying to change our relationship(s) with food - adopting better behaviors using tools provided to us by Weight Watchers. At least that's my interpretation.
Making the change has to be within ourselves. No one can MAKE you take care of yourself. No one can help you if you don't want to help your self. Only you can make up your own mind.
Wednesday, November 23, 2016
Grateful
The holidays are upon us. Thanksgiving is tomorrow; a time to reflect on what we are thankful and grateful for.
Instead of freaking out the possibility of overeating, like so many of us weight watchers will do, I have decided to be thankful that we have the means to possibly overeat because it means that we have the means to put food on our table.
I grumbled a lot about not wanting to cook for 3 and being mad that my daughter threw a fit that she wasn't getting "Thanksgiving food" when I told her I wanted to go out. Instead I should've been grateful that a) she wants to spend the holiday at home with us and b) we can afford the beautiful meal we will serve. So, now WE are cooking. All 3 of us have a duty.
The weight watcher in me is a bit nervous about overeating. I am going to try everything in my power not to overdue it. And I am hoping that my annual black Friday shopping trip (all that moving around and walking) will help.
We have had a lot of stress in our lives with family being ill and financial burdens. And holidays in general tend to be stressful with hustling around - decorating, shopping, baking, eating. We have to keep in mind that it's the season to be JOLLY.
Instead of freaking out the possibility of overeating, like so many of us weight watchers will do, I have decided to be thankful that we have the means to possibly overeat because it means that we have the means to put food on our table.
I grumbled a lot about not wanting to cook for 3 and being mad that my daughter threw a fit that she wasn't getting "Thanksgiving food" when I told her I wanted to go out. Instead I should've been grateful that a) she wants to spend the holiday at home with us and b) we can afford the beautiful meal we will serve. So, now WE are cooking. All 3 of us have a duty.
The weight watcher in me is a bit nervous about overeating. I am going to try everything in my power not to overdue it. And I am hoping that my annual black Friday shopping trip (all that moving around and walking) will help.
We have had a lot of stress in our lives with family being ill and financial burdens. And holidays in general tend to be stressful with hustling around - decorating, shopping, baking, eating. We have to keep in mind that it's the season to be JOLLY.
Monday, November 7, 2016
I'm Back
Yes, I know. It's been a long time. I've hit a bit of a rough patch. But I have not given up. I am still fighting the good fight. I have tried not to let a slip turn into a slide. It's hard to believe that I was just 2 pounds away from goal weight just 3 months ago. I am now 10 pounds away. I am disappointed with myself.
Losing weight is hard. In the beginning it was SO easy. The pounds just dropped off. I weigh now what I did in January!! For 10 months I have been struggling. Stress has played a HUGE part lately. When I am stressed and overwhelmed, I tend to eat not so healthy and I certainly don't feel like exercising (even though I know in my brain exercising would make me feel better).
Not really sure what the answer is. Keeping the course? Staying on track? Don't let a slip turn into a slide? Certainly all these things will help. (But so would having my jaw wired shut but let's be realistic).
I know most of it is that I am a bit toooooo comfortable. A little cake here, a candy there, an "adult beverage" from time to time - all things I never allowed myself in the beginning. Maybe THAT'S the solution. I need to go back to my basics. And maybe go back to being simply crazy.
Hey - it worked before...
Losing weight is hard. In the beginning it was SO easy. The pounds just dropped off. I weigh now what I did in January!! For 10 months I have been struggling. Stress has played a HUGE part lately. When I am stressed and overwhelmed, I tend to eat not so healthy and I certainly don't feel like exercising (even though I know in my brain exercising would make me feel better).
Not really sure what the answer is. Keeping the course? Staying on track? Don't let a slip turn into a slide? Certainly all these things will help. (But so would having my jaw wired shut but let's be realistic).
I know most of it is that I am a bit toooooo comfortable. A little cake here, a candy there, an "adult beverage" from time to time - all things I never allowed myself in the beginning. Maybe THAT'S the solution. I need to go back to my basics. And maybe go back to being simply crazy.
Hey - it worked before...
Tuesday, September 27, 2016
White Out!
Last night, after I carefully measured out the very yummy Bob Evans Mashed Potatoes (1/4 cup, thank you very much) and after I the licked the spoon, I was wondering...has anyone else ever noticed that everything white is yummy yet "forbidden"? I mean, think about it - white bread, white rice, white potatoes, pasta, White Castle. Oops. I know you know what I am talking about. We associate these things with starches. And starches are bad. Are they not? Some starchy veggies (i.e. potatoes) are low in fat but high in carbs. BUT, they are the right kind of carbs. Not the chips, crackers, cookies kind of "bad" (forbidden?) carbs.
Within reason, nothing is really forbidden. OK, maybe White Castle should be. But, if you want to have a piece of white bread, for goodness sake - have it. But, have one. Not half a loaf. It's common sense, folks. Not rocket science. You can't deprive yourself of all the things you love. I can take or leave rice but I do love mashed potatoes! Carefully measured, I can have them any time I want to.
When people ask me "oooo - can you eat that on WW?" I try not to get mad or offended. Instead, I try to educate. Yes, I can have anything I want on WW. Just within reason.
I promised myself I wasn't going to whine too much about the fact that the scale is going in the wrong direction. Instead, I am going to focus on getting those pounds off. Let's say by Christmas.
Happy week!
Within reason, nothing is really forbidden. OK, maybe White Castle should be. But, if you want to have a piece of white bread, for goodness sake - have it. But, have one. Not half a loaf. It's common sense, folks. Not rocket science. You can't deprive yourself of all the things you love. I can take or leave rice but I do love mashed potatoes! Carefully measured, I can have them any time I want to.
When people ask me "oooo - can you eat that on WW?" I try not to get mad or offended. Instead, I try to educate. Yes, I can have anything I want on WW. Just within reason.
I promised myself I wasn't going to whine too much about the fact that the scale is going in the wrong direction. Instead, I am going to focus on getting those pounds off. Let's say by Christmas.
Happy week!
Tuesday, September 13, 2016
Weekend Warrior
If it weren't for the weekends, I'd be there. I would be at goal weight.
I know in my heart of hearts, this is true. Saturday's have always been a relaxed day...the day I weigh in and know in my mind that I have a whole week to repair what I might do/eat/drink. Of course I am still working on losing the big gain of 3.6 pounds from the camping weekend (well, I don't know for sure if that's the only cause but that's what I am going with). You remember - the 3 days eating and drinking binge, the loss of my mind and the terrible price I paid to play hard.
Lately, Saturday cheat has become Saturday/Sunday cheats. Well, that just won't do. Things have to change. And so, I made it happen. I was mostly good on Saturday and really good on Sunday. AND, I have kicked my own butt back into gear with exercising.
I am recommitting myself to exercising AT LEAST 4 days a week and getting 10,000 steps a day in. I have recommitted to honestly tracking. I am back to focusing on my journey.
I'm looking forward to cooler days. Days when we can ride our bikes, take longer walks, play more in the yard. Fall is my favorite season. I will miss all the yummy summer veggies but will find new and exciting fall/winter veggies.
These last 5 pounds will not beat me, I will not be undone.
I know in my heart of hearts, this is true. Saturday's have always been a relaxed day...the day I weigh in and know in my mind that I have a whole week to repair what I might do/eat/drink. Of course I am still working on losing the big gain of 3.6 pounds from the camping weekend (well, I don't know for sure if that's the only cause but that's what I am going with). You remember - the 3 days eating and drinking binge, the loss of my mind and the terrible price I paid to play hard.
Lately, Saturday cheat has become Saturday/Sunday cheats. Well, that just won't do. Things have to change. And so, I made it happen. I was mostly good on Saturday and really good on Sunday. AND, I have kicked my own butt back into gear with exercising.
I am recommitting myself to exercising AT LEAST 4 days a week and getting 10,000 steps a day in. I have recommitted to honestly tracking. I am back to focusing on my journey.
I'm looking forward to cooler days. Days when we can ride our bikes, take longer walks, play more in the yard. Fall is my favorite season. I will miss all the yummy summer veggies but will find new and exciting fall/winter veggies.
These last 5 pounds will not beat me, I will not be undone.
Wednesday, August 31, 2016
THIS is why
It's the moment you find that perfect shirt, the one you have been looking high and low for - there it is. 4 of them. All. Size. Small. You're crushed. What's a girl to do? Well, if you are me, you try it on anyway. And guess what - IT FIT. So, I bought it.
It's that moment when I am like, um okay. This is why I continue on my journey. Never mind that I feel better and am much healthier. I AM WEARING A SIZE SMALL SHIRT.
Yea, I have told everyone in the office that I'm wearing a small. Because I am damn proud.
I have been beating myself up because I have gotten off track. I know I shouldn't but it's hard. Life happens, I know. But so far, this has come so easy for me. And so many people are proud of me (including myself), I am scared to disappoint. Sometimes it's just a lot of pressure to succeed. And when I stumble, I feel let down.
So what have I changed? Well, for one thing, I am exercising again. I didn't realize how much I missed it until I started again. And, I'm trying super hard not to cheat. I am re-committing myself to getting 10,000 steps a day.
I will get there. This I know. I have picked myself up (again) and brushed myself off (again) and gotten back on track (AGAIN).
One thing I have proven myself is that I am a winner. I am winning. When I cross that line, I will know that I earned it. And that I deserve it.
It's that moment when I am like, um okay. This is why I continue on my journey. Never mind that I feel better and am much healthier. I AM WEARING A SIZE SMALL SHIRT.
Yea, I have told everyone in the office that I'm wearing a small. Because I am damn proud.
I have been beating myself up because I have gotten off track. I know I shouldn't but it's hard. Life happens, I know. But so far, this has come so easy for me. And so many people are proud of me (including myself), I am scared to disappoint. Sometimes it's just a lot of pressure to succeed. And when I stumble, I feel let down.
So what have I changed? Well, for one thing, I am exercising again. I didn't realize how much I missed it until I started again. And, I'm trying super hard not to cheat. I am re-committing myself to getting 10,000 steps a day.
I will get there. This I know. I have picked myself up (again) and brushed myself off (again) and gotten back on track (AGAIN).
One thing I have proven myself is that I am a winner. I am winning. When I cross that line, I will know that I earned it. And that I deserve it.
Tuesday, August 23, 2016
Guilt
"Everyone has the right to be happy without feeling guilty". Yet I feel completely guilty. Why? Because I am a cheater. I cheated on WW. In a big, ugly way. And on myself . I cheated on the new Sheri.
I don't know what happens to my brain when I go camping. But I saw a glimpse of the old Sheri and quite frankly, it scared the hell out of me. I woke up feeling guilty and disappointed with myself. I kept asking myself, "how could I have eaten that?" and "why did I drink so much?" I had the perfect opportunity to walk and get a lot of good exercise. But did I? Nope. I sat, like a blob, in my camp chair and hardly moved. I'm not going to list all the "bad things" I consumed. Just know that it wasn't pretty.
I know it's going to happen from time to time. But my goodness. It was like my brain took a leave of absence - completely checked out. I got caught up in having a good time. A year ago when I was a bit TOO cuckoo and people around me were like "oh come on, you're on vacation, live a little - quit counting those chips." I felt like I was under scrutiny. This year I let my hair down and I feel like they weren't watching me, as much. Does that make sense?
Here's the thing though. Its hard to be with a group of people who all bring food to contribute to meals and be "good" with what's being offered. I can only control but so much. I bring to the table something healthy every time so I know that there will be at least one option for me. I also bring healthy snacks. So I DO try.
I do have the right to be happy. Right?
I don't know what happens to my brain when I go camping. But I saw a glimpse of the old Sheri and quite frankly, it scared the hell out of me. I woke up feeling guilty and disappointed with myself. I kept asking myself, "how could I have eaten that?" and "why did I drink so much?" I had the perfect opportunity to walk and get a lot of good exercise. But did I? Nope. I sat, like a blob, in my camp chair and hardly moved. I'm not going to list all the "bad things" I consumed. Just know that it wasn't pretty.
I know it's going to happen from time to time. But my goodness. It was like my brain took a leave of absence - completely checked out. I got caught up in having a good time. A year ago when I was a bit TOO cuckoo and people around me were like "oh come on, you're on vacation, live a little - quit counting those chips." I felt like I was under scrutiny. This year I let my hair down and I feel like they weren't watching me, as much. Does that make sense?
Here's the thing though. Its hard to be with a group of people who all bring food to contribute to meals and be "good" with what's being offered. I can only control but so much. I bring to the table something healthy every time so I know that there will be at least one option for me. I also bring healthy snacks. So I DO try.
I do have the right to be happy. Right?
Wednesday, August 3, 2016
"Vacation...All I Ever Wanted"
"Vacation...have to get away" (Go-Go's)
It's vacation time! And I cannot wait. A year ago I had a little trouble letting go when we were away because I was at the beginning of my journey. I was so afraid of getting out of control and gaining back the weight I had lost.
Now...I think I might have the opposite problem. I am a little too relaxed these days. I'm a bit cocky since I am so close to goal weight. NOW is when I should have a tighter control. NOW is when I should be really under control.
BUT. But if I screw up or go off the deep end, I will just have to reign it back in when we come home and get back on track.
My one saving grace is that I will be with my parents, who are also Weight Watchers. That should help some. :)
It's vacation time! And I cannot wait. A year ago I had a little trouble letting go when we were away because I was at the beginning of my journey. I was so afraid of getting out of control and gaining back the weight I had lost.
Now...I think I might have the opposite problem. I am a little too relaxed these days. I'm a bit cocky since I am so close to goal weight. NOW is when I should have a tighter control. NOW is when I should be really under control.
BUT. But if I screw up or go off the deep end, I will just have to reign it back in when we come home and get back on track.
My one saving grace is that I will be with my parents, who are also Weight Watchers. That should help some. :)
Friday, July 29, 2016
Greek Yogurt Rage
I have never been a huge yogurt fan. I have tried. I mean, really tried. I will admit that when Weight Watchers HAD yogurt, I did eat them and for the most part, liked them. They were like a dessert (lemon and key lime pie). But, they were discontinued. I tried some other brands they were just "eh".
When I was combing the shelves at the grocery store for yogurt that maybe I might like, and using the barcode scanner on my WW app, I came to the realization that not all yogurts are created the same. One caramel yogurt was 13 points. 13! When you think yogurt, you think healthy. Right? Wrong.
There is a lot of sugar in yogurt. Seems to me if there is that much sugar in it, it should taste better. Also wrong. I bit the bullet the other night and bought a lemon Greek "Crunch" yogurt. I'm sorry but no amount of cookie crumbles and white chocolate pieces was going to make that stuff taste better. Ew.
So, I am going to have to come to realize that I am just not a yogurt person. Try as I might, it's just not something I will probably ever like. And it's a shame because there is so much of it out there and the Greek stuff is all the rage.
It will just have to rage on without me.
When I was combing the shelves at the grocery store for yogurt that maybe I might like, and using the barcode scanner on my WW app, I came to the realization that not all yogurts are created the same. One caramel yogurt was 13 points. 13! When you think yogurt, you think healthy. Right? Wrong.
There is a lot of sugar in yogurt. Seems to me if there is that much sugar in it, it should taste better. Also wrong. I bit the bullet the other night and bought a lemon Greek "Crunch" yogurt. I'm sorry but no amount of cookie crumbles and white chocolate pieces was going to make that stuff taste better. Ew.
So, I am going to have to come to realize that I am just not a yogurt person. Try as I might, it's just not something I will probably ever like. And it's a shame because there is so much of it out there and the Greek stuff is all the rage.
It will just have to rage on without me.
Monday, July 25, 2016
WOW!
So much happening! So much good "stuff" happening!!
When I started this blog, I stated my "why". First and foremost, my health. I was heading in a direction I didn't want to be heading...diabetes. I had terrible foot pain. I was uncomfortable all the time. I was so unhealthy that something had to be done. So, I joined Weight Watchers. And never looked back.
There were other compelling reasons too...2 family weddings, daughter's college graduation and my 30th high school reunion. I want to not only be healthier and feel better but also wanted to look GOOD.
Well, the last event on my "why list" was last weekend. Many classmates were shocked, several told me many times how great I looked. I heard someone told one of my besties "Sheri looks so great - she is like 1/2 the person she was the last time I saw her". Another classmate sent me a message and said that I was beautiful. At least 2 people told me that I inspired them to get healthy. During brunch, one of my friends told me that I needed to work for WW because she said "I spoke so passionately" about my weight loss. I was and am so happy.
I was going to skip WW Saturday just because I had so much going on with the reunion. But I went because I needed it. I think it might be much like people needing an AA Meeting. And boy am I glad that I did! Not only was I DOWN 2.2 pounds, but I also set my goal weight and I only need to lose 2 more pounds! 2. More. Pounds!!! And once I maintain my goal weight for 6 weeks, I become a life time member!!!! Free WW! Woohoo!!! I think that because I was not only 2 pounds down and only have 2 pounds to lose is what kept me from going off the rail this weekend. Sure I had more adult beverages that I usually do and I ate out a bit more than normal. But I didn't go crazy. I tried to still make good choices.
I am so excited about this. I am trying to be realistic that those 2 pounds might not come off this week. That it might take a few weeks to hit the magic number. But the light at the end of the tunnel is SO bright. All I can say is WOW! Go me!! :)
When I started this blog, I stated my "why". First and foremost, my health. I was heading in a direction I didn't want to be heading...diabetes. I had terrible foot pain. I was uncomfortable all the time. I was so unhealthy that something had to be done. So, I joined Weight Watchers. And never looked back.
There were other compelling reasons too...2 family weddings, daughter's college graduation and my 30th high school reunion. I want to not only be healthier and feel better but also wanted to look GOOD.
Well, the last event on my "why list" was last weekend. Many classmates were shocked, several told me many times how great I looked. I heard someone told one of my besties "Sheri looks so great - she is like 1/2 the person she was the last time I saw her". Another classmate sent me a message and said that I was beautiful. At least 2 people told me that I inspired them to get healthy. During brunch, one of my friends told me that I needed to work for WW because she said "I spoke so passionately" about my weight loss. I was and am so happy.
I was going to skip WW Saturday just because I had so much going on with the reunion. But I went because I needed it. I think it might be much like people needing an AA Meeting. And boy am I glad that I did! Not only was I DOWN 2.2 pounds, but I also set my goal weight and I only need to lose 2 more pounds! 2. More. Pounds!!! And once I maintain my goal weight for 6 weeks, I become a life time member!!!! Free WW! Woohoo!!! I think that because I was not only 2 pounds down and only have 2 pounds to lose is what kept me from going off the rail this weekend. Sure I had more adult beverages that I usually do and I ate out a bit more than normal. But I didn't go crazy. I tried to still make good choices.
I am so excited about this. I am trying to be realistic that those 2 pounds might not come off this week. That it might take a few weeks to hit the magic number. But the light at the end of the tunnel is SO bright. All I can say is WOW! Go me!! :)
Sunday, July 17, 2016
On Point
As weight watcher, and having been one for a long time, I have become very good at knowing what the points are in a lot of foods. When I am fixing my breakfast and lunch, I count the points as I put the food in my lunch bag. I have already figured out the dinners for the week so I know how many points I have left for breakfast and lunch. And, really, I eat the same exact thing every day for lunch (at least 5 days a week). So, it's lunch that can be juggled some.
At the store, if I don't already know how many points are in something, I use my handy dandy scanner on the WW app. Most of the time, though, I buy the same things over and over so I know the points. Sometimes I know how many points are in something but I buy them anyway (like Fruity Crisp Oreos). Ha ha!
At the store, if I don't already know how many points are in something, I use my handy dandy scanner on the WW app. Most of the time, though, I buy the same things over and over so I know the points. Sometimes I know how many points are in something but I buy them anyway (like Fruity Crisp Oreos). Ha ha!
Of course there are times that you eat first, figure out points later. That's never a good thing to do. It's irresponsible. But it does happen. You learn from your mistakes. Or not. But hopefully you do.
And, a word to the wise. Even if a recipe LOOKS healthy, don't take that for face value. Figure out the points using the recipe builder. Otherwise you will be in for a shock!
And, a word to the wise. Even if a recipe LOOKS healthy, don't take that for face value. Figure out the points using the recipe builder. Otherwise you will be in for a shock!
In case you were wondering...there are:
41 points in the Sonic boom box
Roughly 32 points in the $5 lunch Dairy Queen
Wednesday, July 6, 2016
I Might Be A Little Bit Fruity
Those of you who know me well, know that I have a full-on love affair with Fruity Pebbles. I love nothing more than a box of Fruity Pebbles. Yes I said box. No I didn't mean bowl. Because let's face it. I could potentially eat an entire box in one sitting. Never mind that there are 6 points in a "serving" (which, btw is actually 3/4 of a cup NOT a soup bowl). A whole box is just a mere 72 points. Psssh. I know myself well enough to know better than to buy a box. I can't be trusted with them.
THEN I see these little gems while grocery shopping.
ALWAYS a sucker for the "limited edition" Oreo's, when I saw these I swear my heart stopped. I started to sweat. I was salivating. It was all I could do to NOT tear into them right there in the middle of the isle at Wegman's. They DID come home with me. I made myself wait until lunch to open them.
THEN I see these little gems while grocery shopping.
ALWAYS a sucker for the "limited edition" Oreo's, when I saw these I swear my heart stopped. I started to sweat. I was salivating. It was all I could do to NOT tear into them right there in the middle of the isle at Wegman's. They DID come home with me. I made myself wait until lunch to open them.
When I opened the bag and got a whiff of those sweet fruity "crisps" (whatever - PEBBLES), I was in heaven. I patiently ate my lunch knowing that once I was done, I could have my dessert. The whole time, I was wondering if I would be disappointed.
I was not. These things are AWESOME. They are fantastically sweet and Fruity Pebble tasting. And, they are 3 points a PIECE! Of course I tracked them. Of course I limit myself. I had 1 last night. Do I want to eat the whole package? Of course. But will I? Nope.
This is why I LOVE WW. I have the flexibility to eat treasures like this ON OCCASION. I can have a splurge without sliding down that slippery slope into a sugar induced coma.
And good news - these are only "limited edition". So when they're gone, they're gone. And that might be a good thing!
Monday, June 20, 2016
Celebrations!
At my Saturday morning WW meeting, I got to celebrate someone who reached goal weight. It was SO exciting. You see, we've been on this journey together. We have shared the ups and downs. We have shared recipes and tips. We have cheered, we have boo'd, we have agonized over .2 pounds. She is testimony that this CAN happen and WILL happen if you stick with it.
On my way to the meeting, I was hopeful for her that that would be the day she made goal. I am so excited for her. I have surprised myself by not being jealous. I mean, sure I wish I was there right along with her. But, I will get there eventually. Then we will celebrate me. YAY!
This is the last week of school (schwoooo). I am looking forward to the teachers and the kiddies being gone. Without them, the likelihood of random food showing up in the office will diminish. And, the stress will be mostly gone. I have found that for sure I AM a stress eater. These last few days have proved that as fact.
So, once we get through the school celebrations and the end of year celebrations and we get everyone out of the school, I should be just fine.
Until then...let's just celebrate.
Within reason! ;)
On my way to the meeting, I was hopeful for her that that would be the day she made goal. I am so excited for her. I have surprised myself by not being jealous. I mean, sure I wish I was there right along with her. But, I will get there eventually. Then we will celebrate me. YAY!
This is the last week of school (schwoooo). I am looking forward to the teachers and the kiddies being gone. Without them, the likelihood of random food showing up in the office will diminish. And, the stress will be mostly gone. I have found that for sure I AM a stress eater. These last few days have proved that as fact.
So, once we get through the school celebrations and the end of year celebrations and we get everyone out of the school, I should be just fine.
Until then...let's just celebrate.
Within reason! ;)
Friday, June 17, 2016
Am I Old?
I think I might be getting old. For example, my patience has worn very thin - for most everything. I have zero tolerance. I instantly "hate" skinny young 30-something girls who "got it goin' on". Ok, hate is a strong word but I definitely feel threatened. I have limits now, where I didn't use to. I roll my eyes at the things young people say/do/wear. I'm getting cranky.
But, here is the kicker. Due to my recent stomach issues, I have had to add more fiber to my diet. Isn't that something old people do??? The other morning, I found myself in line at Wal-Mart, buying Benefiber. This is in addition to - on doctor's orders - the added a probiotic! What is happening???? Please stop me if you ever hear me say "when I was your age...". Good grief!!!
Everyone knows that the older you get, the harder it is to lose weight. I am guessing that's true since I am a whole year older than I was when I started this journey and I CAN'T GET THESE LAST POUNDS OFF!
Things creek more when I stand up. "Things" have shifted. Some things aren't at all where they should be. I don't bounce back as quickly as I used to when I have had a few adult beverages. And Lord watch out if I haven't had enough sleep!!!
Age.
I know it's only a number. I know it should be a frame of mind. Most days I feel much younger than my 40-something years. Then there are other days when I have to ask myself...
Am I old?
But, here is the kicker. Due to my recent stomach issues, I have had to add more fiber to my diet. Isn't that something old people do??? The other morning, I found myself in line at Wal-Mart, buying Benefiber. This is in addition to - on doctor's orders - the added a probiotic! What is happening???? Please stop me if you ever hear me say "when I was your age...". Good grief!!!
Everyone knows that the older you get, the harder it is to lose weight. I am guessing that's true since I am a whole year older than I was when I started this journey and I CAN'T GET THESE LAST POUNDS OFF!
Things creek more when I stand up. "Things" have shifted. Some things aren't at all where they should be. I don't bounce back as quickly as I used to when I have had a few adult beverages. And Lord watch out if I haven't had enough sleep!!!
Age.
I know it's only a number. I know it should be a frame of mind. Most days I feel much younger than my 40-something years. Then there are other days when I have to ask myself...
Am I old?
Wednesday, June 8, 2016
Sometimes I Just Want...
...to snap my fingers and be skinny.
...to eat whatever I want and not have to worry about gaining.
...to look in the mirror and really love what I see.
I know that losing and maintaining a healthy weight is hard work and it's a life time change. But there are times I wish it just wasn't SO hard. I want to indulge. I want to imbibe. And not pay for it later. "A moment on the lips, a lifetime on the hips" and all that jazz.
Traveling, being off your "normal" schedule, stress, work. All things that can work against you - if you aren't careful. I have been watching the scale go up and down and up and down for over 6 months. I am beginning to feel that they only way I am going to get these last 10 pounds off is to eat the same exact thing every single day and not cheat a single bit and drown myself in water. Anything to reach my goal.
I honestly thought it was going to be easy. I mean, all the way up to this point, it was. Weight was just dropping off. Now, I am stalled. Yo-yo-ing. I just want to reach goal. Then, I can stay there. Ugh!!!! So frustrating!!!!!
...to eat whatever I want and not have to worry about gaining.
...to look in the mirror and really love what I see.
I know that losing and maintaining a healthy weight is hard work and it's a life time change. But there are times I wish it just wasn't SO hard. I want to indulge. I want to imbibe. And not pay for it later. "A moment on the lips, a lifetime on the hips" and all that jazz.
Traveling, being off your "normal" schedule, stress, work. All things that can work against you - if you aren't careful. I have been watching the scale go up and down and up and down for over 6 months. I am beginning to feel that they only way I am going to get these last 10 pounds off is to eat the same exact thing every single day and not cheat a single bit and drown myself in water. Anything to reach my goal.
I honestly thought it was going to be easy. I mean, all the way up to this point, it was. Weight was just dropping off. Now, I am stalled. Yo-yo-ing. I just want to reach goal. Then, I can stay there. Ugh!!!! So frustrating!!!!!
Monday, May 30, 2016
Darn BMI
If it weren't for that darn BMI (body mass index), I would probably be happy where I am, weight-wise. I think mostly because the last stretch IS KILLING ME. I'm like "ok, I get it! I can maintain at this weight so I'll just stay here." But let's face it I'm too stubborn to stop now. I am so close to being within the healthy weight range. I can't quit now.
I had to laugh at myself this weekend when I was making my 3rd (yes 3rd) s'more. There was no way I would've even THOUGHT about eating that a year ago! I am way too relaxed now. I have 10 pounds to lose and I'm stuffing down melted marshmallows and melted chocolate like it was my job.
So what do I need to do? Well, I have to get my head back in the game. And hopefully the rest of me will follow. As a start, I did 30 minutes on the elliptical (for the first time in over 2 weeks) today when we got home from camping. I will be doing my very best to get 10,000 steps every day. I will HONESTLY track. Or I will track honestly. I will make better choices. I will motivate myself by reading WW Connect and my magazines. I have to try to find the me I was a year ago. But maybe a little less crazy. Not sure if that's possible. Guess we will see.
I had to laugh at myself this weekend when I was making my 3rd (yes 3rd) s'more. There was no way I would've even THOUGHT about eating that a year ago! I am way too relaxed now. I have 10 pounds to lose and I'm stuffing down melted marshmallows and melted chocolate like it was my job.
So what do I need to do? Well, I have to get my head back in the game. And hopefully the rest of me will follow. As a start, I did 30 minutes on the elliptical (for the first time in over 2 weeks) today when we got home from camping. I will be doing my very best to get 10,000 steps every day. I will HONESTLY track. Or I will track honestly. I will make better choices. I will motivate myself by reading WW Connect and my magazines. I have to try to find the me I was a year ago. But maybe a little less crazy. Not sure if that's possible. Guess we will see.
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