Drop the Facade . . . and the Pounds - Amanda's WISH Journal (comments welcome)

[contempgal]

Sometimes you find exactly what you need………When I decided to try to focus myself once again on my personal health, I wasn’t sure if I had what it took to stay motivated. Though I’m still not sure, I think that WISH will help me tremendously. Simply reading some of the posts here has already inspired me. So here goes……my WISH.

As I stated in my “commitment” post . . . I have been overweight pretty much all of my life and had convinced myself that I was content with myself. It took a long time for me to admit that I am not. I'm 27 years old and have numerous back problems that I'm positive are a result of my obesity. I've started diets before only to fall off after just a day or so. I just couldn't keep myself motivated. But I'm saying today that THIS WILL STOP. This time though, I'm not calling it a diet . . . . . it's my wellness plan. It's about making myself better in every aspect. I've been gradually moving myself in this direction for a few weeks and now its time to put it in full gear.

I KNOW I CAN DO IT

Once, when I was in high school, I did commit myself to losing weight. I did Cher aerobics (go ahead and laugh) at least 3 times a week and kept a journal of what I was eating and how I was exercising. It was the only time in my life that I was able to commit to losing weight. Even then, I think the lowest pant size I got to was 14. I don’t ever remember being below that. And yes, I did somehow and somewhere lose my focus. From that point on, I kind of just let it go.

I’ve always known I was obese . . . . . it’s not something you can truly hide. And as I said above, I convinced myself it was ok but deep down I knew it wasn’t. I think my reality check came during my last trip to Walt Disney World. Here I was, at my favorite place on earth and I found myself embarrassed because I had trouble “fitting” through the turnstiles at the Haunted Mansion. Even more, I could not even fit at all through them at the Carousel of Progress. I tried and then walked away, fighting back tears. My mom and sister has already gone through ahead of me and ended up having to chase me down. I don’t think I’ve ever been so embarrassed in my life.

For some reason though, this didn’t motivate me . . . . I guess it just depressed me. I let all of the back pain continue. I kept struggling to find clothes that fit that actually looked okay. I kept being repulsed by my pictures. And then another reality . . . . two weekends ago, I went to Six Flags America in Baltimore with a group of friends. I walked around with them all day but did not ride one ride because I was scared I wouldn’t fit in it. Though I had a great time, I knew I was missing out on a lot.

So the truth is . . . . I’m not happy with myself. I want to do this. I want to lose weight and help myself. It’s about finding me beneath all of this. So here’s my goal . . . I want to be healthy. Eat right. Exercise. Help out my back pain and my lack of energy. In September, my family is taking my 3 year old nephew on his first WDW trip. I want to be able to run and laugh with him as he experiences the magic and not worry about not having the energy to keep up.

I know it won’t be easy but it has to be done. For me. And I don’t expect miracles. I know I won’t be in shape by September as I have a lot of weight to lose. But I want to feel better.

This is just a start to what I hope is a lifetime commitment. September is just the first goal, there will be many more after that.

I’ve already taken some baby steps. I stopped drinking soda about four weeks ago. I started exercising and watching what I eat a few days ago. As WISH recommends, I plan to eat healthy but not ignore the things I want. I will eat in moderation though. Basically my plan is this:

*Eat healthier and cut out any unnecessary snacking
*Exercise at least four times a week, more when I can
*Read and write more – two passions that have been missing lately
*Get out more – whether it be outside or on little trips. Don’t stay inside!
*Get to know me better and find the beauty in myself

I’m sure I will add more to this as time progresses but it is a start. My start.

I’m not setting an “ultimate” goal because right now I just want to lose. I want to know what it feels like to be healthy and thin.

I’M READY TO BEGIN!

STEP ONE . . . .

 

[TigerCheer2009]

Go you, Amanda!!!!!!!! Hi and welcome to the WISH boards!!!!!!! Your plan sounds ab-faboo! (Absolutely fabulous!!)

You know what you wanna do, go for it! Positive attitudes of your caliber always get far~!

Cheers for you:
Ready OK
Go Amanda!! Go Amanda!! Make those pounds go down!

 

[contempgal]

May 10, 2005


Thanks for the support Tiger! I appreciate it more than you know.

So yesterday was good . . . . . at least for strengthening my resistance.

I almost threw the alarm clock out the window when it went off at 6:25 a.m. but after hitting the snooze button and resting for a couple more minutes, I finally forces myself out of bed. I put on some workout clothes and shoes and moved, still half asleep, onto my stationary bike. I rode for 20 minutes and then did a few leg lifts to fully wake myself up . I'm not a big breakfast eater, finding that often it makes me sick to eat so early so I normally stick to something small. I also rarely eat at home in the moring as I tell myself I don't have time but then end up at work at least 20 minutes early. And did so yesterday. I did, however, eat a banana and drank some water before taking my vitamin (I'm not so sure I like the one I'm using right now and will likely look for something different soon).

Got a phone call early from one of the girls who once worked with me and has since been transferred to a different department asking if I'd like to participate in a "going away" luncheon for some of the workship students we had worked with. Not knowing for sure what this luncheon was going to consist of, I reluctantly agreed. It worked out though as there as an array of food and I did manage to eat pretty healthy - a piece of skinless rotisserie chicken; fresh cauliflower, carrots and tomatoes; jello cup with mandarin oragnes (I took that one with me to the lunch). I even managed to resist the sinful looking chocolate cake and chocolate chip cookies.

I guess I should have mentioned that I work at a University, not a large one but a growing private University. We are getting ready for commencement this weekend (in which, I will actually be graduating as well ) so everything is pretty hectic right now. I worked pretty steadily, except for my WISH board postings lol, and left around 5:00.

I had planned an evening walk but wasn't sure if I'd get to do it because it had started raining and thundering late in the afternoon. I did, however, throw on an jacket with a hood and push myself out to our local recreational trail. Realizing that the key to me keeping myself motivated means that I don't burn myself out, I decided to keep my walks short. I've done 3 since Saturday and each were for about 1 1/2 miles. That's better than nothing - which is what I used to do! I hope to continue to lengthen them each week.

I actually had the house to myself when I returned home - which is very, very rare. I went ahead and fixed myself a bowl of leftover chicken curry (I made the night before with olive oil instead of vegetable oil and used all fresh veggies) with some basmati rice. I know the rice isn't great but it's going to be difficult to give it up. My husband is from Nepal and basmati is pretty much a staple for him. I have already lightened the amount I normally eat and will try to do so even more.

I normally ride the bike again at night but since I was home alone, I decided to take advantage of it. I turned on the TV to one of the radio channels and did 20 minutes of aerobics, which was basically a mix of dancing, walking and stepping.

My proudest moment of the day though (even over the chocolate cake!) -- around 9:30 p.m., my sister came over with my favorite pizza (my family was happy, lol). Though tempting, I didn't eat any. It is funny though how even when you're not hungry . . . . that smell can make you think you are. BUT I RESISTED!

My goals for today: walk and bike this evening (rode bike already this morning); eat sensible lunch and dinner (thinking a small Subway sub for lunch); enjoy the beautiful, sunny, WV day!

Quote of the Day: "We don't know who we are until we see what we can do." -- Martha Grimes

 

[Lesli54]

WELCOME to WISH Amanda!

I think you are off to an excellent start. Considering your program as a journey rather than a diet is the best way to go. It is a lifestyle change and it takes time, but you will get there. You're going to love it here, the people are so encouraging and is mainly why I am still at this after 2 months. Would have given up be now in the "before".

Your goals look great and you don't have to commit to an ultimate weight right now, but you can make small weight loss goals while you decide where you would like to be. Breaking everything down into smaller steps makes it easier to stay focused and feels great when you reach that point. I even give myself mini rewards (new hair cut, pedicure, etc.) at every 5lbs lost.

Great job at getting through the luncheon and for getting in some type of breakfast. Remember to drink plenty of water and you will be fine.

Have a great day!

 

[pearlieq]

Hi! Welcome to WISH!!!

Your story sounds so much like mine it's a little frightening. I definitely know where you're coming from! It sounds like you're really making some positive changes to improve your life--good for you!!!

Just to give you some inspiration--I lost 30 pounds over the last 2 months, and it made a HUGE difference in the WDW trip we just took! I used to be in so much pain and I couldn't do much, but now with working out, losing weight, and my Crocs shoes I was able to go all day and enjoy so many more things myself instead of watching them from the nearest bench. You'll be amazed at the difference getting in shape makes!!

Best of luck to you on your journey! Keep up the good work!!!

 

[TigerCheer2009]

sounds like you did an awesome job! Go you!!!!!!!!!!!!!

 

[TPCShauna]

Hi Amanda!

I know exactly where you are coming from with your weight struggles. I just turned 28 and am extremely overweight. I made the decision to start this weight loss journey in part due to my upcoming trip to WDW but also because I would like my weight to not be an issue for me.

Good for you on making the commitment to a healthier you. You are so right in not looking at it as a diet but a wellness plan. It already looks like you are off to a great start with your exercise and eating healthier. I look forward to following your journey!

 

[contempgal]

May 11, 2005


THANKS TO EVERYONE PROVIDING MOTIVATION FOR MY JOURNEY - I APPRECIATE YOU!

Early to rise . . . . . makes a (wo)man healthy, wealthy and wise.

Oh how I hope that is true. LOL

Woke up bright and early today (at least for me) and once again forced myself onto the bike for a 20 minute ride. I followed it up with some leg lifts to cool down.

BREAKFAST: On the run again, so only a banana. I know bananas aren't the best of fruits but I love them dearly. I guess I could have worse things to love.

Work was fine though I left everything I was supposed to do and generally surfed the net. I guess that means its a good day. LOL

LUNCH: 6 inch Subway roasted turkey sub on wheat with lettuce, tomato, olives and low fat mayo; 2 handfulls of mini honey mustard pretzels

I had to juggle my after work activities today. A friend is leaving for New York tomorrow and had to move out of his house today . . . . of course that means he's staying with me. Did I mention, he also doesn't have a car at this time, so I played chaeffer as well. Fun. I did, however, manage to get in my 1 1/2 mile walk though I was watching my watch the whole time knowing he was waiting on me to pick him up.

DINNER: Bowl and a half of basmati rice (I know!), cauliflower curry and garlic chicken.

Brother-in-law cooked tonight. He annoys me most of the time but I have to say he can hold his own in a kitchen. I also (suprisingly) was able to slip away from my guests long enough to ride the bike for 20 minutes. Thank god for CSI reruns. My house feels like its on fire so I'm sweaty and desperately need a shower but thought I'd post my day first.

Overall, I think my journey today went well. I could have held back a bit more at dinner but he doesn't cook often and the food it just too good. I did, however, eat less than I normally would have.

Ate okay. Excercised for a total of 1 hour. I'm happy with that.

 

[contempgal]

May 12, 2005


A few hours later . . . . back at it again. I like how Pearlieq updates her journal throughout the day so I'm going to try it out that way. We'll see how it goes.


NOTE TO SELF: Fix the air conditioning for summer! I can handle being hot during the day but not at night. Need to fix ASAP.

This morning was rough . Definately the hardest so far to get up and get moving. I actually contemplated going back to sleep for the extra 30 minutes and forgetting about the bike for a day. Then I realized that I was already awake and going back to sleep was only going to make me more tired when I did get up. I realize that I don't have to excercise every morning but I would rather plan on not doing it rather than getting up and deciding against it. Besides, it does make me feel better. I've already noticed my back hurts much less when I excercise in the morning than when I don't. Anyway, I rode for the standard 20 minutes and then did leg lifts.

BREAKFAST: 1 cherry Nutragrain cereal bar

Took my vitamin. On my first bottle of water . . . . and now I need to actually do some work. I plan on reading some journal entries a little later (avoiding work).

LUNCH: package of peaches and cream oatmeal; 3 bites of salad with fat free ranch dressing

My nice dead proves to be a double edge sword. I let my brother-in-law use my car today while I was at work. Good thing - after the Murphy's Law morning that I had it was good I didn't have it, otherwise, I would have been at McDonalds loading up on anything I could. Bad thing - I ordered a nice, healthy salad from a local deli that we order from often and had it delivered. At three bites and threw it away it was so awful. Lettuce was wilted, tomatoes tasted weird. Nasty. So, I begin to look around my office to see what kind of food I have stashed away --- well there's cereal bars which I had already ate this morning, low fat ice cream bars which are good but not exactly lunch, chicken kabobs that I still haven't taken home to grill and bran flakes cereal. So I'm thinking, ok...........I have no milk but this is a University, certainly I can go to the cafeteria and get some milk. So I dig some money out of my purse and walk down the street. Guess what? Not only is there no milk, but there is no anything. We are in between semesters so they were only open until 1:30 to serve employees. I guess I should go down there more often to actually be aware of these things. Anyway, I trudged back up the street and went on a frantic hunt through my drawers and did manage to find one pack of peaches and cream oatmeal. Again, not really a lunch fave but hey, it's it or nothing at this point.

At least I've finished 2 bottles of water.

Hate my internet company . . . . it was down last night so I couldn't add my evening activities on until now.

DINNER: 1 bowl of cauliflower curry with 1 cup of basmati rice; 1 McDonalds Chicken Nugget; 1 peach yogurt

So maybe not the most inspired dinner. After my dismal day at work, I didn't want to cook nor did I want to go out so leftovers it was. The nugget came from a Happy Meal my DN had got. He gave it to me so who was I to say no . Shouldn't have done it (or ate the rice) but I guess I could have had worse choices, and more of the choices I did make. I did, however, manage to drink 7 - 9 oz. bottles of water.

Did get in a 1 mile walk but exchanged the bike ride for some playing time outside with DN - tag, soccer, etc. Much more fun and likely a little more energy.

Overall, I am happy with the day's progress.


Quote of the day: "If what you're working for really matters, you'll give it all you've got." --Nido Qubein

 

[rcyannacci]

Hi Amanda- welcome to the journals! It sounds like you are off to a great start. I love the journal because it gives me a moment to reflect each day on my journey/progress. My goals are very similar to yours; I haven't set any weight goals (other than the final range my doctor suggested for health), and have just pledged myself to better health, including eating and exercise.

I so hear you on the breakfast thing- I hate eating breakfast. I started gradually, however, and now try to get some type of protein in the morning. I find that when I do, I have a MUCH better day both emotionally and physically. I still slip on some days, but I'm getting better. One of my favorites is an toasted whole grain english muffin with peanut butter and some fruit on top.

You'll be amazed at how much better you'll feel after a month of exercise. It will make all the difference in Sept.!

 

[contempgal]

May 13, 2005


Rode bike for 20 minutes followed by leg lifts.

BREAKFAST: 1 cherry Nutragrain cereal bar

I love being at work alone! Everyone is off this morning at Commencement rehearsal but since I'm walking, I don't have to go. There are generally 7 people that work on my floor and I will be the only one here until at least noon. Excellent. Now let's just hope the phone doesn't ring and a million issues come up like yesterday.

I'm trying to figure out how I'm going to work everything for the next few days. I have to go buy new shoes and get groceries tonight in addition to getting a hair cut. Tomorrow is commencement which will likely take forever. Sunday, my family is having a huge cookout. I should be able to get good excercise in on Sunday as our normal family cookouts consist of roaring games of badminton, volleyball and basketball. I'm sure I'll work out things for all days though.

Anyway, I'm off to get some work done in the peace and quiet . Off to drink more water as well.

LUNCH: 6 inch roasted turkey Subway sub on wheat with lettuce, tomato, olives and low fat mayo.

Blah day. Doing much work inside while its gorgeous outside. I wish I could win the lottery and never work again..........though I do think I would get bored.

DINNER: 1 1/2 servings rotisserie chicken (no skin); 1 sweet corn cob, 1 serving carrots, mushrooms, broccoli and water chesnuts in sesame sauce

So my normal routine was very messed up today, as expected. I had hoped to get in a walk after work but thunderstorms started around 4:00 and lasted until about 6:00. I had an appointment for a hair cut at 6:30 and then it was off to the store in search of shoes for commencement (didn't find any). I have a million errands to do before tomorrow. Clothes washing now, press gown, find "right" hair dryer (I've been meaning to do this for some time).

I was able to get in two separate bike rides for 20 minutes each, followed by leg lifts. Between the rain and my laundry duty, this worked out better. I hope to be able to get up early in the morning and go for a walk before I have to leave. We'll see if the weather cooperates. I'm sure my normal plan will be out of sync this weekend.

I didn't snack today, hence the extra portions of chicken at dinner. I think if I had ate a snack, even if on the run, I wouldn't have been so hungry. Will keep that in mind. I'm still happy with the progress though.

I actually started my journey last Saturday so tomorrow will be my first weigh in. I've made a promise to myself to accept the results and continue no matter what. I will post results no matter what as well. Crossing fingers!



Quote of the Day: "What lies behind us and what lies before us are small matters compared to what lies within us." --Ralph Waldo Emerson

 

[contempgal]

May 14, 2005


GRADUATION DAY!

BREAKFAST: Bowl of Fruit Harvest cereal with strawberries and peaches; 1/2 cup 2% milk.

Ok, so this getting up early thing seems to be getting a bit easier. I think realizing that I'm posting my progress for all to see helps with that. Anyway, today was my first weigh in since starting one week ago. I lost 7.6 pounds! I know that since I have a lot of weight to lose and this was my first week that numbers like that won't continue but I'm happy to have it anyway. Every little thing helps . . . . and my confidence is boosted some.

Feeling pretty good this morning, I decided to go ahead and do a 1.2 mile walk. I don't know what this evening will bring so I'm glad I already got this one in. I followed it up with a 20 minute stationary bike ride and leg lifts.

My mother called telling me my DN (he actually lives with me but spends weekends with my parents) has been sick all night and will be going to the doctor. Doesn't look like my dad will get to go to graduation because he will have to go to the doctor with Sohan. I'm ok with that. I was actually concerned with him having to set so long in uncomfortable chairs anyway.

But now it's off to the shower for me. Long day ahead.

SNACK: 1 Cherry Nutragrain Cereal Bar

I was feeling a bit weak prior to leaving for the ceremony so grabbed a bar and ate it right before we left. Glad I did as it was a very long day and I wasn't able to eat lunch at all. Not good but I guess the diploma is worth it.

DINNER: Lone Star Chicken Kabobs with green peppers and tomatoes; cup of mixed vegetables; 1 sauteed mushroom

Congratulatory dinner with some family members. The kabobs were excellent but the rest was blah. The mushrooms tasted like pure salt.

DESSERT: 1.5 servings Ben and Jerry's Cherry Garcia Low Fat Frozen Yogurt

SNACK: 2 Snack Wells Black Forest cookie cakes

Yummy.......it's now a bit after 9:00 and I'm totally dead. Very long day and tomorrow I have to get up early and go to my parents to help cook for the cookout. I'll try to post tomorrow night.

Overall, good . . . . but long day. I haven't even came close to my needed water intake today. I didn't want to drink too much before having to sit for hours and not be able to move. I'll try to make up for it.


Quote of the Day: "If you do not hope, you will not find what is beyond your hopes." -- St. Clement of Alexandra

 

[contempgal]

May 15, 2005


Writing this one a day late so nothing special.

This weekend was long and tiring. I got up at the crack of dawn yesterday to get ready to head to my parents house. I rode the bike for 20 minutes followed by leg lifts, realizing this was probably the only part of my "normal" routine I would be able to stick to. I then had to go to Wal-Mart in search of badminton birdies, lol (which they didn't have).

BREAKFAST: 1 medium banana

LUNCH: Grilled chicken sandwhich on wheat bun with lettuce, tomato, light mayo

DINNER: Less than 1/2 serving cavatini; 1/2 serving baked macaroni and cheese; small piece of chocolate sheet cake; 1.5 servings dirt cake; 1 serving WW fruit salad

Ok, so at the cookout, I splurged just a bit but did manage to mainly control myself. I started out good with the grilled chicken but later had to indulge just a bit on desserts. My grandmother made the sheet cake specifically for me and brought it to me just out of the oven (my favorite). I would normally eat 3 pieces but settled for a small 1. The dirt cake was just light and creamy and while I know that it isn't truly LIGHT, I ate it anyway. The WW fruit salad was fabulous though.

I did manage to play about 45 minutes of badminton to get in some excercise but was having problems with my back. Twice, I had sharp pains to shoot through my back and ended up having to take pain medication for it.

Overall, the day wasn't great. I did manage to get in some exercise (oh, and I did buy some 5 pound weights) but the food choices weren't wonderful. Could have did much worse but definately could have done better.

 

[contempgal]

May 16, 2005


So this weekend kicked my butt big time. I guess that getting up early last week combined with early wake ups all this weekend, by last night I was dead. I went to bed fairly early but was woke up around midnight by my DN's cries. As I mentioned previously, he has been sick and was once again vomitting last night. I felt so sorry for him. The doctor said it is a stomach virus and I'm sure he will be well soon but you can't help but want to take it all away immediately. I hope last night was the final round of this one.

Knowing that if I didn't get "some" sleep, my weekend tiredness would continue, I opted to sleep a little later this morning and not ride the bike. I hope to make up for it this evening. I did manage to bring a new case of water as well as some Lean Cuisine meals and cans of soup to work to take care of lunches this week.

BREAKFAST: 3/4 large banana

Still taking my vitamin and drinking lots of water daily. Didn't get in my water requirements either day this weekend but will get back on track today. Also got word that many members of my family plan to start dieting this week so I hope that will help in my journey as well.

LUNCH: Lean Cuisine 3 cheese stuffed rigatoni

What I love about Lean Cuisine? The food is generally always good. This was just delicious. Will be buying more in the future!

Ran by the store when I took my lunch break and picked up DN some 7-Up. He's doing fine today but he generally does fine during the day and gets sick at night. When he first came to live with me 2 years ago, I noticed that when the weather got warmer, he would get sick right after he went to sleep. After a couple of nights, I decided not to give him milk in the evenings and instantly, the sickness stopped. I know that he had milk last night and on Friday night but I'm not sure about Saturday since he was at my parents house. I plan on keeping milk away from him this evening to see if it helps at all.

SNACK: 1 cherry Nutragrain cereal bar; 2 Snack Wells black forest cookie cakes

My aunt and uncle came to visit for a few minutes after work. They had a banquet to go to and didn't have enough time to drive home and then come back. The visit delayed my walk somewhat but it was nice. It actually worked out pretty well in the end. I went walking a bit later in the evening than normal and found the coolness in the air perfect for a brisk walk. I walk about 1 3/4 miles and then went home and rode the bike for 20 minutes.

DINNER: 1/3 bowl of grilled vegetables and basmati rice

DESSERT: 1.5 servings B & J chocolate fudge brownie frozen yogurt

I know. There's the rice again. This time though, I ate very little. I don't know what it was but nothing interested me. After a few bites, I threw it away. The frozen yogurt was good though.

After "dinner" I rode the bike for 15 more minutes and followed with 20 leg lifts. I did a few rotations with my 5 pound weights. I think I will like them.

Good day but should have ate more. Hope I'm not getting Sohan's virus.



Quote of the Day: "I've always felt it was not up to anyone else to make me give my best." --Akeem Olajuwon

 

[contempgal]

May 17, 2005


Today is my DM's birthday. After work, the whole family is meeting at Bob Evans for dinner. She has no idea. Due to this, I've spent the morning trying to figure out my day. I need to exercise and do laundry this evening in addition to the dinner out. I brought my workout clothes and shoes to work in case I decide to walk on my lunch break. It may work out since its fairly cool here this morning and a brisk walk won't be too bad if I take an early "lunch." Not sure though. I have mucho work to do here and hate to stop once I get in a rythmn.

I was able to ride the bike for 20 minutes this morning followed by leg lifts. That getting out of bed early is still kicking my butt though. Ugh!

DN slept through the night and no sickness. I don't know if it was us not giving him any milk in the evening or something else that helped. I'm just happy he's feeling better.

BREAKFAST: 1 1/2 cups of cherry vanilla cheerios with 1/2 cup 1% milk and packet of Splenda

LUNCH: Lean Cuisine Cheese Ravioli; few bites of chicken casserole

Haven't made it out for a "lunch" yet so haven't been able to walk. A coworker brought in some sort of chicken casserole and brought me some. It was different than anything I've had before. Didn't like at all but had to choke down a few bites so she wouldn't be offended.

So I didn't get out to that early lunch as I had antcipated so I went ahead and took my "lunch" at 4:00 and went for a walk then. It was short (about 1.2 miles) but it was a walk. I met these two young guys on the trail who had been traveling across the country by Greyhound (they were on their way to the bus station at that time, the trail goes right by it). Very nice and polite but these guys were experienced hikers. I had to walk much faster than I wanted to keep up with them. I thought my legs would hurt today because my calves were so stiff after that walk but they actually don't.

DINNER: 1 piece grilled chicken with garlic butter; 1 serving green beans; 1 serving broccoli; 1 roll

Mom's birthday dinner! She was suprised when she saw everyone there. It went off nicely. I ordered the chicken with the garlic butter for the garlic taste and then scraped most of it off before I ate. It was good and extremely garlicky. I did eat 1 roll but normally that would have been at least 3 so I feel ok about it. Also, everyone ordered dessert but I was already full and though a big piece of pie looked wonderful, I knew I didn't need it so didn't order anything.

SNACK: 2 Snack Wells black forest cookie cakes

Instead of spluring on dessert at Bob Evans, I ate the cookie cakes when I got home and that worked just fine for me. They aren't bad at all.

Did get in another 15 minute stationary bike ride followed by leg lifts and then a few rotations of weights before calling it a night. I was dead.

It's almost TOM -- I think that's the reason I've been feeling so blah.





Quote of the Day: "Don't judge each day by the harvest you reap, but by the seeds you plant." --Robert Louis Stevenson

 

[pearlieq]

Hi! Just checking in on your to see how you're doing. It looks like you're doing very well--congrats on making good food choices and fitting in some exercise.

I hope you have fun tonight for your DM's birthday--Bob Evans is nice, lots of healthy choices, but oh, those biscuits! I'm sure you'll find a way to balance.

Sorry to hear your DN is ill. Sounds like you might have found the culprit with the milk--good thinking!

Have a wonderful day, and thanks for all the support. It's meant a lot to me as I've been struggling to get back on track.

 

[TPCShauna]

Congratulations on your graduation! I understand where you are coming from with the exhaustion thing. Remember to try and get as much rest as you can since too little sleep can sabotage your WL efforts.

Have a great day!

 

[contempgal]

Thanks Pearlieq and Shauna!

I will definately be watching those biscuits at dinner, lol. We'll see how that goes.

I've been going to bed much earlier than normal but still feel somewhat blah. I didn't feel this bad last week so I think its primarily from being so incredibly busy over the weekend.

 

[TigerCheer2009]

Congrats!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Good luck, avoid the biscuits (the rolls too). I love the Cherry SUpreme pie but it's 18 pts!!

 

[contempgal]

May 18, 2005


Did I mention the "other" reason I want to lose weight? My cousin (who's more like my brother) is getting married in October. His fiancee wants me to be a bridesmaid. I can't wait . . . . but I have this fear that there won't be a dress to fit me. I don't want to be left out of the wedding because the dress wouldn't fit! So that's another source of motivation.

BREAKFAST: 1.5 servings Oats and More cereal with strawberries; 1/2 cup 1% milk

No bike this morning, slept in a little bit and then had to go get gas before coming into work. Plan to walk this evening.

LUNCH: Lean Cuisine roasted chicken with lemon pepper fettucine; 1 cherry Nutragrain cereal bar

Been fairly busy today. Lunch was ok but not great. Don't think I'll be getting that lean cuisine meal again. I ended up eating the cereal bar to get rid of the aftertaste in my mouth.

SNACK: Handful of mini honey mustart pretzels, low fat creamscicle ice cream

1 3/4 mile walk on recreational trail.

DINNER: 1 serving rotisserie chicken (no skin), 1 piece of mini corn on cob




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