Well, it's the last day of 2008, an end of another journey. The human condition is fascinating as our species is unique because we have hope. New Year's eve is a time for all of us to reflect but also to make promises for the future. We all know that resolutions seldom stick....it doesn't always mean that we're lazy or weak. You may assume what my resolution for this year will be, based on the continuing theme of this blog. Although it has been to lose weight many times before, it is not this year (and I believe for the last two it has been to floss more consistently). I would like to work on the other aspects of me this year and will resolve to come up with a plan to do so.
As for the weight, well it is up again this week. I don't feel like sharing numbers even though I know what they are. My double chin has met up again with her gold old friends face and big cheeks and the fact that I will only wear sweat pants every day for almost two straight weeks means.....well, you know. I have not exercised...period! I still have lots of hope.
I wish you all A Happy, Healthy and Hopeful 2009!
"I have fat person thoughts, fat person hopes, fat person dreams, and fat person schemes."
-Phil Knight
Wednesday, December 31, 2008
Wednesday, December 24, 2008
Break
Hello. This week was filled with up-ing my fiber intake, eating latkes, decorating cookies, trying pieces of homemade chocolate babka, exercising very little, rejoicing in my now normal cholesterol levels (finally-thanks Lipitor), and running, running, running around like a lunatic! I have lost .4 pounds this week. I have decided to give myself the "week off". Time off from the routine, the limo driving, the refereeing, the chaperoning, the carpooling, and the "dieting".
Wishing you and your loved ones a Happy Hanukkah and a Merry Christmas.
"The more and more I get to know people, the more and more I love my dog."
-Regina R. and others before her
Wishing you and your loved ones a Happy Hanukkah and a Merry Christmas.
"The more and more I get to know people, the more and more I love my dog."
-Regina R. and others before her
Wednesday, December 17, 2008
Speechless, for once!
This week there is 1.8 pounds of weight....gained. I don't have much to say so I will refer you to the words of others:
"People are so worried about what they eat between Christmas and the New Year, but they really should be worried about what they eat between the New Year and Christmas.
-Unknown
"I've been on a diet for two weeks and all I've lost is fourteen days."
-Totie Fields
"Gluttony is an emotional escape, a sign something is eating us."
-Peter DeVries
"The older you get, the tougher it is to lose weight, because by then your body and your fat are good friends."
-Unknown
"If hunger is not the problem, then eating is not the solution."
-Unknown
"You can't lose weight by talking about it. You have to keep your mouth shut."
-Unknown
"One definition of insanity is: Doing the same thing again and again and expecting a different result."
-Unknown
"People are so worried about what they eat between Christmas and the New Year, but they really should be worried about what they eat between the New Year and Christmas.
-Unknown
"I've been on a diet for two weeks and all I've lost is fourteen days."
-Totie Fields
"Gluttony is an emotional escape, a sign something is eating us."
-Peter DeVries
"The older you get, the tougher it is to lose weight, because by then your body and your fat are good friends."
-Unknown
"If hunger is not the problem, then eating is not the solution."
-Unknown
"You can't lose weight by talking about it. You have to keep your mouth shut."
-Unknown
"One definition of insanity is: Doing the same thing again and again and expecting a different result."
-Unknown
Wednesday, December 10, 2008
Sybil
When I embarked on this newest adventure, I had indicated that this blog was intended for my women peeps. Much to my delight and surprise, I have learned that husbands and significant other males have been reading my entries each Wednesday (and Thursday) as well. I have been told by some of these males that they "look forward" to it and find it "enjoyable". I have learned that the blog is being followed by readers in Florida, CT, and PA as well as those of you in the tristate area. While I thank you for the support and dedication, I am devoted to being as honest as I can about my struggles and a large part of those struggles comes from being a woman. Sorry about the monthly cycle crap, but boy, am I affected. So you loyal male fans out there, here it goes...
This week I have gained .4 pounds again. Surprisingly I'm not down about it. Just got it today....again! My friend and I who swap stories about who is more "hormonal", decided that we're only "normal" for half the month and agree how unfair this is to our family and friends. The more I thought about it, I realized that I'm only the "me" that I believe I truly am for only one week out of the month. Who's the other me, you may ask? The other me snaps at my children, rips my snug fitting clothing off the moment I enter the mudroom door. Goes to the supermarket and buys a jar of kosher dill spears and finishes them in two days (despite my low sodium regimen and tendancy for puffiness), and buys herself a big fat dark chocolate square filled with caramel and marshmallow--for the antioxidants, of course! Oh yeah, did I mention the crying that came along with the commercial for the Charlie Brown Christmas special? Folks, this was only yesterday!!!!!!
Oprah made a fatty confession yesterday! Yes, she's fat again, shocking! On the January cover of "O" she so bravely poses in her present state alongside her former svelte 2005 self. Each one of us....man, woman, or Oprah have more than one "me". Oprah says she's "embarrassed" despite being one of the most accomplished and wealthiest women in the world. She never seemed to lack self-confidence before? What's up? Oh yeah, she's human too. Can't me and Oprah shake this monkey off our backs?
"Status: Formerly married, currently involved, always hungry."
-Valerie Bertinelli
This week I have gained .4 pounds again. Surprisingly I'm not down about it. Just got it today....again! My friend and I who swap stories about who is more "hormonal", decided that we're only "normal" for half the month and agree how unfair this is to our family and friends. The more I thought about it, I realized that I'm only the "me" that I believe I truly am for only one week out of the month. Who's the other me, you may ask? The other me snaps at my children, rips my snug fitting clothing off the moment I enter the mudroom door. Goes to the supermarket and buys a jar of kosher dill spears and finishes them in two days (despite my low sodium regimen and tendancy for puffiness), and buys herself a big fat dark chocolate square filled with caramel and marshmallow--for the antioxidants, of course! Oh yeah, did I mention the crying that came along with the commercial for the Charlie Brown Christmas special? Folks, this was only yesterday!!!!!!
Oprah made a fatty confession yesterday! Yes, she's fat again, shocking! On the January cover of "O" she so bravely poses in her present state alongside her former svelte 2005 self. Each one of us....man, woman, or Oprah have more than one "me". Oprah says she's "embarrassed" despite being one of the most accomplished and wealthiest women in the world. She never seemed to lack self-confidence before? What's up? Oh yeah, she's human too. Can't me and Oprah shake this monkey off our backs?
"Status: Formerly married, currently involved, always hungry."
-Valerie Bertinelli
Wednesday, December 3, 2008
Spin
Hope your holiday was good and yummy too. My update today is a wash, I have remained the same weight as I was last week. Amazing, I went to the gym four times this week. This amount of sweat and enthusiasm proved to negate the gluttony of Thanksgiving. This time staying the same was a success.
Although, I have not claimed any new rewards lately, I would like to talk about a special treat. I have overcome a fear of mine....I went to my very first spin class on Sunday. Thank you, Ilona, for schlepping out this way to join and encourage me. Ilona's expertise came in handy with my selecting my spin bike, adjusting my seat height, and distance, teaching me first through third positions (not to be confused with those I knew for twelve years of ballet), telling me to place my towel over the handlebars so as not to become infested with everyone else's grime, and warning me...really warning me that my bottom and inner thighs would hurt...really hurt and gave me a rather descriptive example of what it might feel like...but I won't share that.
Ilona made me promise her that she would get mentioned in the blog in more than just "one measly paragraph"...so there's more. She told me that I don't have to listen to the instructor when she said to turn up the resistance. She told me how to buckle my sneaker into the "thingamajig" and then "wiggle" out of it if I needed to get loose. She also looked at me and with compassion and sensitiviy, pointed at my butt, and shook her head when my form was a bit off. With all this special guidance, I am proud to say that I completed my first spin class without any major mishap and sweated A LOT! Sorry, Ilona, I couldn't post the pictures. It was too technically advanced for this blogger.
Another reliable friend is resting on my foot and licking my ankle as I am writing this. I must have some cheese hiding in my sock or something.
"Why couldn't you have written Molly and Me and made millions?"
-Shani
Although, I have not claimed any new rewards lately, I would like to talk about a special treat. I have overcome a fear of mine....I went to my very first spin class on Sunday. Thank you, Ilona, for schlepping out this way to join and encourage me. Ilona's expertise came in handy with my selecting my spin bike, adjusting my seat height, and distance, teaching me first through third positions (not to be confused with those I knew for twelve years of ballet), telling me to place my towel over the handlebars so as not to become infested with everyone else's grime, and warning me...really warning me that my bottom and inner thighs would hurt...really hurt and gave me a rather descriptive example of what it might feel like...but I won't share that.
Ilona made me promise her that she would get mentioned in the blog in more than just "one measly paragraph"...so there's more. She told me that I don't have to listen to the instructor when she said to turn up the resistance. She told me how to buckle my sneaker into the "thingamajig" and then "wiggle" out of it if I needed to get loose. She also looked at me and with compassion and sensitiviy, pointed at my butt, and shook her head when my form was a bit off. With all this special guidance, I am proud to say that I completed my first spin class without any major mishap and sweated A LOT! Sorry, Ilona, I couldn't post the pictures. It was too technically advanced for this blogger.
Another reliable friend is resting on my foot and licking my ankle as I am writing this. I must have some cheese hiding in my sock or something.
"Why couldn't you have written Molly and Me and made millions?"
-Shani
Thursday, November 27, 2008
Happy Thanksgiving
Again, one day late. This time I simply forgot that yesterday was Wednesday. Not until late in the afternoon when Shani called concerned about the absence of the blog, did I realize I didn't weigh in. This, I view as a positive sign, that I am not completely obsessed by the scale. I was simply too busy preparing for the holiday. It was way too late to weigh in during the late afternoon, so I waited til this morning. I lost 1.2 pounds this week and went to the gym only once!
Today, I am thankful for my health, my family, my good fortune, thus far, and my unbelievable relationships-this includes all of you. Thank you for the votes of confidence, the love, the laughter, the mighty shoulders, and the never-ending support, and the phone calls. Ryan says I need to see the phone doctor because I could never get off. Heck, I'm even thankful for this body I've been given that has served me oh so well. I will resume basting my turkey and will spare you all of any self-loathing and useless commentary today. I am truly thankful.
"It's a HOLI D-A-Y, not a HOLI W-E-E-K"
-another ancient Weight Watchers adage
Today, I am thankful for my health, my family, my good fortune, thus far, and my unbelievable relationships-this includes all of you. Thank you for the votes of confidence, the love, the laughter, the mighty shoulders, and the never-ending support, and the phone calls. Ryan says I need to see the phone doctor because I could never get off. Heck, I'm even thankful for this body I've been given that has served me oh so well. I will resume basting my turkey and will spare you all of any self-loathing and useless commentary today. I am truly thankful.
"It's a HOLI D-A-Y, not a HOLI W-E-E-K"
-another ancient Weight Watchers adage
Wednesday, November 19, 2008
Liar Liar
I am breaking "the rules" in my fourth month of my little game here. I said I would weigh-in NO MATTER WHAT. Well, it's WHAT, yes, donkeys are flying and hell is freezing over (or at least if feels like it outside). Although, my state of mind is a bit better, it is "my time" again and I could not bear another week of defeat and hopelessness on the scale.
I dragged myself to the gym kicking and screaming (in my head, of course) but I managed to sweat it out today. All my great work this morning was followed by pick, pick, picking on whatever carbs I could find hanging around the kitchen this afternoon. This occurred only after seeing the jewelry making lady this afternoon, who has been a bit chubby too for as long as I've known her....yes, it makes me feel good! Well, this lady just lost 15 pounds and looks awesome. She told me she stays low on the carbs and refined sugars. Why did I just indulge in those carby treats then, just don't know! After I felt completely sickened by what I just did and undid, my smiling, freckly, seven year old rang the doorbell with a "Hi Mom, this is for you" and handed me a paperback copy of "Skinny Bitch". I want to thank my dear friend for driving my boy home and for having him deliver the book to borrow, as promised. Timing, however, is everything! At least, I'm smiling. I will take it with me to my son's appt. and begin to read in the waiting room. I hope I get motivated. I am flailing in the wind here!
"Elizabeth Taylor has more chins than the Chinese telephone directory"
-Joan Rivers
I dragged myself to the gym kicking and screaming (in my head, of course) but I managed to sweat it out today. All my great work this morning was followed by pick, pick, picking on whatever carbs I could find hanging around the kitchen this afternoon. This occurred only after seeing the jewelry making lady this afternoon, who has been a bit chubby too for as long as I've known her....yes, it makes me feel good! Well, this lady just lost 15 pounds and looks awesome. She told me she stays low on the carbs and refined sugars. Why did I just indulge in those carby treats then, just don't know! After I felt completely sickened by what I just did and undid, my smiling, freckly, seven year old rang the doorbell with a "Hi Mom, this is for you" and handed me a paperback copy of "Skinny Bitch". I want to thank my dear friend for driving my boy home and for having him deliver the book to borrow, as promised. Timing, however, is everything! At least, I'm smiling. I will take it with me to my son's appt. and begin to read in the waiting room. I hope I get motivated. I am flailing in the wind here!
"Elizabeth Taylor has more chins than the Chinese telephone directory"
-Joan Rivers
Wednesday, November 12, 2008
New England
My update is not the best. I have gained 2.2 pounds this week. I know why.
Back in my college days, during times of heartache and heartbreak I turned to two sources of comfort: food and Barry......Manilow. While everyone else would enjoy moshing to Nirvana or getting stoned to Pearl Jam, I would free fall into the depths of despair under my covers blasting Weekend in New England, only after downing spoonfuls of Cocoa Krispies drenched in Fluff in my walk in pantry. Admittedly, both behaviors were quite embarrassing and I longed for my solitude so that I would not be found out. Ironically, I was never really alone in this. Hundreds of thousands of college women (and men of a certain persuasion) also eased their pain by closet eating and by crying it out to Barry Manilow too...the guiltiest of all pleasures.
Nowadays, I have pretty much broken my dependence on the Copacabana guy and instead I turn to another Barry in my times of need. I'm lucky for that. I have not yet learned why I can not break the other behavior despite knowing much better and knowing how much worse I will feel later on.
"Time in New England took me away, To long rocky beaches and you, by the bay"
-Barry Manilow
Back in my college days, during times of heartache and heartbreak I turned to two sources of comfort: food and Barry......Manilow. While everyone else would enjoy moshing to Nirvana or getting stoned to Pearl Jam, I would free fall into the depths of despair under my covers blasting Weekend in New England, only after downing spoonfuls of Cocoa Krispies drenched in Fluff in my walk in pantry. Admittedly, both behaviors were quite embarrassing and I longed for my solitude so that I would not be found out. Ironically, I was never really alone in this. Hundreds of thousands of college women (and men of a certain persuasion) also eased their pain by closet eating and by crying it out to Barry Manilow too...the guiltiest of all pleasures.
Nowadays, I have pretty much broken my dependence on the Copacabana guy and instead I turn to another Barry in my times of need. I'm lucky for that. I have not yet learned why I can not break the other behavior despite knowing much better and knowing how much worse I will feel later on.
"Time in New England took me away, To long rocky beaches and you, by the bay"
-Barry Manilow
Thursday, November 6, 2008
Feeling Patriotic
Hello, and once again I'm a day late in writing this installment, however, I did weigh in yesterday. I'm down another .8lbs. Must be "my number". This, I believe, brings me back to 7.2. This makes me feel less guilty about redeeming my walk to the coffee place with Janet this morning.
On Sunday, me and Melissa had a wonderful time at Woodbury Commons. I made it til 5pm which is really long for me. Many of you know that I am not a good shopper and lose patience and frustrate quickly--kinda like going to the beach for me!
We have a new President Elect which is extremely exciting. My hope, along with millions of others, is that we could put our differences aside and put our focus back into appreciating what is well and good in our country. I feel patriotic and inspired.
"We never repent of having eaten too little."
-Thomas Jefferson
On Sunday, me and Melissa had a wonderful time at Woodbury Commons. I made it til 5pm which is really long for me. Many of you know that I am not a good shopper and lose patience and frustrate quickly--kinda like going to the beach for me!
We have a new President Elect which is extremely exciting. My hope, along with millions of others, is that we could put our differences aside and put our focus back into appreciating what is well and good in our country. I feel patriotic and inspired.
"We never repent of having eaten too little."
-Thomas Jefferson
Wednesday, October 29, 2008
Easy Up, Difficult Down
Morning everyone, this week I lost .8lbs. Although I have not fully caught up with last week's gain, I feel that I was able to re-group a bit. This has been a challenging week for so many people I know, in many ways.
On a positive note, we celebrated Ryan's 7th birthday on Saturday. Can't believe we have a seven year old! Whoa!
I treadmilled to BL last night. Definitely NOT my favorite season of the show, but I still find it inspirational and entertaining. I will not be claiming any NEW rewards this week but I am scheduled for the big trip up to Woodbury Commons with Melissa on Sunday. Looking forward to walking; she...shopping!
Happy Halloween all and Happy Halloween Birthday to Lori!
"Fall seven times. Stand up eight."
-Japanese Proverb
On a positive note, we celebrated Ryan's 7th birthday on Saturday. Can't believe we have a seven year old! Whoa!
I treadmilled to BL last night. Definitely NOT my favorite season of the show, but I still find it inspirational and entertaining. I will not be claiming any NEW rewards this week but I am scheduled for the big trip up to Woodbury Commons with Melissa on Sunday. Looking forward to walking; she...shopping!
Happy Halloween all and Happy Halloween Birthday to Lori!
"Fall seven times. Stand up eight."
-Japanese Proverb
Wednesday, October 22, 2008
!&$FU!?@#$#*&#*%&@&f%*&%F*!#SH!!!
Sigh.......I have gained 1.4lbs. this week. Can't say that I didn't expect it. No excuses, but I woke with the female factor today, felt it since Sunday night. Feeling particularly puffy the last few days. I didn't have the typical weight gain last month, so I'm sure the lack of exercise all last week and Gabe birthday pizza contributed.
I went back to the gym Monday and Tuesday and plan on going again tonight. Ughhh! (and I don't mean the cozy boots)!
"No soup for you!"
-Soup Nazi
I went back to the gym Monday and Tuesday and plan on going again tonight. Ughhh! (and I don't mean the cozy boots)!
"No soup for you!"
-Soup Nazi
Thursday, October 16, 2008
I can see the light!
Good evening. One day late on the blog and weigh in. Figured I would wait til this morning's physical since they force me onto the scale each time even though I pray they'll forget. According to their scale, I'm one pound less than last week. Didn't weigh in at home yesterday, as I felt I partook in some "comfort foods" on the day of my LASIK. Was worried about the outcome even though I don't think I went hog wild! I hope you don't consider this one pound on someone else's scale cheating, but, I'm counting it, any bit counts!
LASIK went great. I'm officially seeing 20/20 and feeling better each day. Thanks for all the well wishes. The physical went so..so... Doc was happy with the loss of lbs. and some other stuff. Other things did not improve, so I'm one of many millions of Americans who will be on Lipitor. My sugar has improved a bit...I've been downgraded from Syndrome X to Syndrome W, I guess.
Janet, I will be claiming my back tickling from Hannah (she pimped out her own daughter!) and our walk all the way to Starbucks. Name the day!
Can't believe I'm saying this, but I need to get back to the old exercise routine next week again. It's a slippery slope!
"I've decided that perhaps I'm bulimic and just keep forgetting to purge."
-Paula Poundstone
LASIK went great. I'm officially seeing 20/20 and feeling better each day. Thanks for all the well wishes. The physical went so..so... Doc was happy with the loss of lbs. and some other stuff. Other things did not improve, so I'm one of many millions of Americans who will be on Lipitor. My sugar has improved a bit...I've been downgraded from Syndrome X to Syndrome W, I guess.
Janet, I will be claiming my back tickling from Hannah (she pimped out her own daughter!) and our walk all the way to Starbucks. Name the day!
Can't believe I'm saying this, but I need to get back to the old exercise routine next week again. It's a slippery slope!
"I've decided that perhaps I'm bulimic and just keep forgetting to purge."
-Paula Poundstone
Wednesday, October 8, 2008
To Look Good
Hi all. Happy New Year and have an easy fast if you are trying to. This week was a bit challenging again as I could not get in as many workouts as usual. Aside from the holiday dinners, my eating has been pretty under control this week. I am liking Arnold Sandwich Thins Multigrain variety as an alternative to bread, pita, or bun. I have been told that it is only 1 WW point (thank you Marni). This week, I lost another .4 lbs.
Thank you Janet, for walking with me this week, even though you really didn't want to. Kim G., I wish you a speedy recovery. Melissa, I'm looking forward to our Woodbury Commons outlets date on 11/2. Kim D., I thank you for the fun and relaxing pedicure. You are all very supportive with your kind words and gestures and I want you to know how much it helps.
Finally, on another "me" note: I am scheduled for my Lasik this Monday 10/13. My pre-op appt. went well yesterday. Soon I will really "look good" or, at least, see better. I also have my annual physical next Thursday, 10/16. Last shot at avoiding cholesterol meds. Today I went for my fasting blood work and for the first time, EVER, the phlebotomist found my vein in my arm on the first try and the vein didn't give out! Oh, the things that make us happy!
"It is better to look good than to feel good."
-Billy Crystal as Fernando Llamas
Thank you Janet, for walking with me this week, even though you really didn't want to. Kim G., I wish you a speedy recovery. Melissa, I'm looking forward to our Woodbury Commons outlets date on 11/2. Kim D., I thank you for the fun and relaxing pedicure. You are all very supportive with your kind words and gestures and I want you to know how much it helps.
Finally, on another "me" note: I am scheduled for my Lasik this Monday 10/13. My pre-op appt. went well yesterday. Soon I will really "look good" or, at least, see better. I also have my annual physical next Thursday, 10/16. Last shot at avoiding cholesterol meds. Today I went for my fasting blood work and for the first time, EVER, the phlebotomist found my vein in my arm on the first try and the vein didn't give out! Oh, the things that make us happy!
"It is better to look good than to feel good."
-Billy Crystal as Fernando Llamas
Wednesday, October 1, 2008
By the Grace of G_d.......
Happy New Year to all of you! Hope your holiday was great. We are still in the midst of it here and having company again today. Only got to watch the weigh-in portion of BL yesterday and will watch the missed DVRd portion at some point this week.
Somehow, via miracle, I have lost 1.2 pounds this week. Not quite sure how this happened. Thought for sure that the dinner last night ALONE and picking at all the desserts would have done me in. I also exercised far less than my personal quota for this week due to plain old extremely busy schedule. Over the weekend I enjoyed a fun dinner out with friends both Friday and Saturday (but I only had one cocktail on Saturday only). Finally, monthly friend came very early this month so I must've gotten the major bloat out of the way over the weekend.
So, like a rap artist receiving a grammy award, I want to thank G_d for getting me to this point. It must've been the hours spent in synagogue yesterday during this High Holy holiday. I assure you, I prayed.....but not for weight loss. However, thank you for the divine intervention-any little bit helps!
I have now lost a total of six pounds. So, Kim D., you're up for the pedicure. Melissa, you're also up, and now we could schedule our journey to Woodbury Commons outlets. Yipee! Let's schedule.
"I even sent her a Christmas card!"
-me
Somehow, via miracle, I have lost 1.2 pounds this week. Not quite sure how this happened. Thought for sure that the dinner last night ALONE and picking at all the desserts would have done me in. I also exercised far less than my personal quota for this week due to plain old extremely busy schedule. Over the weekend I enjoyed a fun dinner out with friends both Friday and Saturday (but I only had one cocktail on Saturday only). Finally, monthly friend came very early this month so I must've gotten the major bloat out of the way over the weekend.
So, like a rap artist receiving a grammy award, I want to thank G_d for getting me to this point. It must've been the hours spent in synagogue yesterday during this High Holy holiday. I assure you, I prayed.....but not for weight loss. However, thank you for the divine intervention-any little bit helps!
I have now lost a total of six pounds. So, Kim D., you're up for the pedicure. Melissa, you're also up, and now we could schedule our journey to Woodbury Commons outlets. Yipee! Let's schedule.
"I even sent her a Christmas card!"
-me
Wednesday, September 24, 2008
Hello
At an old WW meeting, the lecturer talked about climbing and camping. Sometimes our bodies can lose weight in response to what we do and we keep on "climbing" up that hill. At other times, our bodies slow way down and we need to stop and "camp" a little while OR stay the same.
This week I have lost .4 pounds. I must be the best at pitching a tent and tying a slip knot! I'm a camper extraordinaire! I am at a total of 4.8 pounds and was dreaming of getting to that 5 pound goal already. It is still a loss in the right direction and is certainly better than gaining or even staying exactly the same as last week.
I recognize a few places where I may have slipped up with eating and drinking a bit too much. I hate feeling like I can't be "social" with friends and still be on my mark. This has always been a problem for me and once I build my confidence even a little bit, I start to slip up thinking: "I can have this tonight because I will work it off tomorrow at the gym." A .4 weight loss each week would be fine if I had a total of 10 pounds to lose. The reality is 1-2 pounds each week would be a more appropriate goal for myself.
I will keep at it and hope for a better outcome next time. I'm worried about the onset of the holidays next week and the mindless nibbling associated with it. My toes are dying for that pedicure and I'm too stubborn to go get one on my own since I'm only .2 lbs away from my pedicure reward.
"Nothing tastes as good as being thin feels."
-Ancient Weight Watchers proverb
This week I have lost .4 pounds. I must be the best at pitching a tent and tying a slip knot! I'm a camper extraordinaire! I am at a total of 4.8 pounds and was dreaming of getting to that 5 pound goal already. It is still a loss in the right direction and is certainly better than gaining or even staying exactly the same as last week.
I recognize a few places where I may have slipped up with eating and drinking a bit too much. I hate feeling like I can't be "social" with friends and still be on my mark. This has always been a problem for me and once I build my confidence even a little bit, I start to slip up thinking: "I can have this tonight because I will work it off tomorrow at the gym." A .4 weight loss each week would be fine if I had a total of 10 pounds to lose. The reality is 1-2 pounds each week would be a more appropriate goal for myself.
I will keep at it and hope for a better outcome next time. I'm worried about the onset of the holidays next week and the mindless nibbling associated with it. My toes are dying for that pedicure and I'm too stubborn to go get one on my own since I'm only .2 lbs away from my pedicure reward.
"Nothing tastes as good as being thin feels."
-Ancient Weight Watchers proverb
Wednesday, September 17, 2008
Hello. I watched the premiere of BL last night and I'm so glad it's back. It was very motivating, once again. Hope you enjoyed it and if not, please give it a second try next week.
My first Wednesday weigh-in was today and I'm still at 4.4 pounds. I keep thinking of the good old tortoise and the hare-take a guess at who I am! Nevertheless, I did my morning cardio routine and ALSO a Yogalates class for an hour that kicked my butt. The show pumped me up. My next "goal" is to try a spin class since I'm extremely intimidated by how it looks. The problem is that the times haven't been good for me and I may have to wait til the kids are off from school to get there earlier.
Lastly, I enjoyed my 4 pound reward dining with Adelle yesterday. I loved my grilled Veggie Egg White Fritatta with side salad, light dressing on the side with Lemon water-Yummy! She had the same minus the egg whites. It was a short get together but fun! Looking forward to number 5, my relaxing pedicure sponsored by Kim D. Nite.
My first Wednesday weigh-in was today and I'm still at 4.4 pounds. I keep thinking of the good old tortoise and the hare-take a guess at who I am! Nevertheless, I did my morning cardio routine and ALSO a Yogalates class for an hour that kicked my butt. The show pumped me up. My next "goal" is to try a spin class since I'm extremely intimidated by how it looks. The problem is that the times haven't been good for me and I may have to wait til the kids are off from school to get there earlier.
Lastly, I enjoyed my 4 pound reward dining with Adelle yesterday. I loved my grilled Veggie Egg White Fritatta with side salad, light dressing on the side with Lemon water-Yummy! She had the same minus the egg whites. It was a short get together but fun! Looking forward to number 5, my relaxing pedicure sponsored by Kim D. Nite.
Friday, September 12, 2008
Bicycle Reward
Just wanted to let everyone know that today I went on my bike ride with Francie which was my reward for losing 3 pounds. We only went for about 35 minutes but it was lots of fun and a little sweaty too. We vowed to go again soon, before the weather gets too gloomy.
Also, some non-weight related news: I will be having LASIK vision correction surgery on October 13th (Colombus Day). I am both excited and nervous about it but am looking forward to it (pun intended). I will need lots of support that week because I will be unable to exercise for one week following the procedure. If you told me I couldn't exercise for a week six months ago, I would've done a jig, but now a one week lapse in physical movement worries me a bit. Again, I will need your support and appreciate it in advance. Have a great weekend everyone.
The Biggest Loser premiere is this coming Tuesday. Don't miss this show!!!
"I hear and I forget. I see and I remember. I do and I understand."
-Confucius
Also, some non-weight related news: I will be having LASIK vision correction surgery on October 13th (Colombus Day). I am both excited and nervous about it but am looking forward to it (pun intended). I will need lots of support that week because I will be unable to exercise for one week following the procedure. If you told me I couldn't exercise for a week six months ago, I would've done a jig, but now a one week lapse in physical movement worries me a bit. Again, I will need your support and appreciate it in advance. Have a great weekend everyone.
The Biggest Loser premiere is this coming Tuesday. Don't miss this show!!!
"I hear and I forget. I see and I remember. I do and I understand."
-Confucius
Tuesday, September 9, 2008
Busy times
Back to September means back to school for those of you who work in one and for your children who attend one. It's a busy and stressful time for many and those of you who know me, know that I'm really affected by this time of year.
I have lost 4.4 lbs and will be claiming my healthy lunch and shopping reward from Adelle. I am excited because Francie and I will be going on our bike riding adventure this Friday, 9/12. I have been to the gym every day except for two in this past month. I noticed a big difference in my energy level (lower) on the two days I didn't go.
Please take a few minutes out of your busy schedules on Thursday to think about and reflect upon 9/11. Each year I try to go back to my old workplace and spend some time with my former co-workers, since that's where I was on that day. Let's call it an early Thanksgiving.
Here's a quote from me:
"Enough of this second grade bullsh_t"
I have lost 4.4 lbs and will be claiming my healthy lunch and shopping reward from Adelle. I am excited because Francie and I will be going on our bike riding adventure this Friday, 9/12. I have been to the gym every day except for two in this past month. I noticed a big difference in my energy level (lower) on the two days I didn't go.
Please take a few minutes out of your busy schedules on Thursday to think about and reflect upon 9/11. Each year I try to go back to my old workplace and spend some time with my former co-workers, since that's where I was on that day. Let's call it an early Thanksgiving.
Here's a quote from me:
"Enough of this second grade bullsh_t"
Wednesday, August 27, 2008
Hi SSMs. Sorry it's been a little while. Want to send our deepest condolences to our brother in law, Dave, who lost his father to cancer on Friday. Lauren and Dave are in California now with Dave's family.
It has taken some time to lose 3.4 pounds! Haven't missed a day at the gym and the beautiful weather has enabled me to remain very active outside the gym too! Looking forward to my reward: a big bike ride with Francie. Here's a quote of my life:
"If you were my girlfriend, you wouldn't be home alone on a Saturday night."
-David W.
It has taken some time to lose 3.4 pounds! Haven't missed a day at the gym and the beautiful weather has enabled me to remain very active outside the gym too! Looking forward to my reward: a big bike ride with Francie. Here's a quote of my life:
"If you were my girlfriend, you wouldn't be home alone on a Saturday night."
-David W.
Monday, August 18, 2008
Well, I'm officially down 2 lbs. I'll be claiming pounds 1 and 2 prizes sponsored by Barry. Looking forward to my pound 3 reward (bike ride with Francie) by the end of this week! I'm off to the gym!
Happy first anniversary to Lauren and Dave!
"Wait a minute, you went to the ER in your bathing suit!"
-Shani
Happy first anniversary to Lauren and Dave!
"Wait a minute, you went to the ER in your bathing suit!"
-Shani
Saturday, August 16, 2008
Happy weekend. Just wanted it stated for the record: I've been to the gym for seven consecutive days!! Yippee for me. Also, I joined an awesome website called Sparkpeople.com. Thanks so much to Kim G. for that one! Will keep you posted if there's news to share.
"Mommy, you're the best, I just like you."
-Ryan, today
"Mommy, you're the best, I just like you."
-Ryan, today
Thursday, August 14, 2008
Hello everyone. Just a few announcements:
First, we will be going with Shawne's Sugar Mamas as our group name.
Shawne's Splenda Mamas is probably more appropriate but it doesn't roll off the tongue quite as easily.
Second, I've lost a total of .8 pounds. See the decimal point before the 8? That's right...less than one pound! I guess it's .8 less bulk than I used to have... if I have to look at the glass half full. Although, I could use glass half full of wine right about now!
Third, thank you Lauren for the great tech support and tough love...booooo!
Please check back to monitor my progress but I will e-mail you when it's time to claim some rewards. I will leave you with a "quote of my life"
"This essay is filler and lard Miss Rosenberg.....F-I-L-L-E-R
A-N-D L-A-R-D!!!!"
-Dr. Cole, Philosophy Professor
First, we will be going with Shawne's Sugar Mamas as our group name.
Shawne's Splenda Mamas is probably more appropriate but it doesn't roll off the tongue quite as easily.
Second, I've lost a total of .8 pounds. See the decimal point before the 8? That's right...less than one pound! I guess it's .8 less bulk than I used to have... if I have to look at the glass half full. Although, I could use glass half full of wine right about now!
Third, thank you Lauren for the great tech support and tough love...booooo!
Please check back to monitor my progress but I will e-mail you when it's time to claim some rewards. I will leave you with a "quote of my life"
"This essay is filler and lard Miss Rosenberg.....F-I-L-L-E-R
A-N-D L-A-R-D!!!!"
-Dr. Cole, Philosophy Professor
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