Well the last time I posted on here I was worried about my weight. Seems silly. So an update..my mom died 12/2009, and my dad died 8/2010 more later.
Schwabby
Monday, May 02, 2011
Thursday, November 12, 2009
Thanksgiving funnies!
These are just too funny and I wanted to keep them and share them outside of the email route!
Sunday, July 19, 2009
Blew it....
I was so excited this morning. I weighed myself and I had lost yet another 2.9 pounds! I was estatic.
We had a family reunion to go to today and every other year that has been lots of fresh veggies, and salads. This year however, there was one salad, and some cut up fresh fruit and I was very hungry! Well long story short I tried the taco dip, and the deviled eggs and I had a brownie! I thought they tasted great - but - I didn't feel so good afterwards. Now it has only been two weeks of my change of eating habits and one would think that your body would not change that quickly but I guess it has. I just felt terrible after I ate that junk.
So...lesson learned! No more junk, and be prepared to eat ahead or take something with you. I will not return to that way of eating any more, never again.
My daughter was in the same situation, she splurged at a friends birthday party as well. We went out and took a walk to try to fight some of the garbage we ate.
We really had fun, we took the camera's and took photos, and then we got caught in the rain storm. We were laughing and giggling like a couple of school girls dashing from tree to tree in the downpour trying to get back to the house were the party was! It was hysterical and we were thouroghly soaked by the time we returned. I had the cameras stuffed under my shirt and was running for the house, when my pants started to fall down! Thanks ETL! ha ha! I caught them in time but it meant stopping in the downpour and getting even wetter! Oh my gosh it was funny! We had so much fun!
We had a family reunion to go to today and every other year that has been lots of fresh veggies, and salads. This year however, there was one salad, and some cut up fresh fruit and I was very hungry! Well long story short I tried the taco dip, and the deviled eggs and I had a brownie! I thought they tasted great - but - I didn't feel so good afterwards. Now it has only been two weeks of my change of eating habits and one would think that your body would not change that quickly but I guess it has. I just felt terrible after I ate that junk.
So...lesson learned! No more junk, and be prepared to eat ahead or take something with you. I will not return to that way of eating any more, never again.
My daughter was in the same situation, she splurged at a friends birthday party as well. We went out and took a walk to try to fight some of the garbage we ate.
We really had fun, we took the camera's and took photos, and then we got caught in the rain storm. We were laughing and giggling like a couple of school girls dashing from tree to tree in the downpour trying to get back to the house were the party was! It was hysterical and we were thouroghly soaked by the time we returned. I had the cameras stuffed under my shirt and was running for the house, when my pants started to fall down! Thanks ETL! ha ha! I caught them in time but it meant stopping in the downpour and getting even wetter! Oh my gosh it was funny! We had so much fun!
Saturday, July 18, 2009
Doing well
I am doing well so far. I lost 1 more pound and I walked a mile this morning. Last night I walked the dogs around the "large block" maybe a mile, I haven't measured it yet. I went at a steady pace and wasn't tired! I didn't even get winded. I was so amazed! I notice too that I seem to have more energy. You would think two weeks time wouldn't be enough for that but it is! I am finding that instead of sitting in front of the computer and watching TV that I get up and take breaks and do little chores around the house. My daughter has more energy as well. She did all of the laundry, folded it and put it away! Normally she is too tired to do much more than sit in front of the TV as well. I am so excited about the changes that I see. My daughter lost weight as well.
I really must get some almond butter to make a salad dressing that was posted on Dr. Fuhrman's website. It sounded delicious.
I also find that I like being in the kitchen much more now that we are eating this new way. I used to hate to cook. Now I rather enjoy it. It is simplistic in style and not so much work. Of course after our first 6 weeks there will be other things to try but for now I like it a lot.
I have noticed my taste buds changing as well. I drank hot tea this morning with no sugar or milk and it was fine. I was chewing a piece of romaine lettuce last night an actually thought it tasted good.
Another thing that struck me(yea I think too much!) I have so many people watching me to see how this is going to work. Just like I watched my friend Emily and saw her change her life, people are now watching me. Will I make it? Will I stick with it?
My sister is starting next week and she told me I was her inspiration. One of my daughters friends are watching too, their daughter is gaining weight at a rapid pace and needs to eat right. She would benefit so much from this. If she sees my daughter lose her weight I am sure she will follow along. People at work are watching me, people on my facebook page are sending me IM's and messages saying they bought Dr. Fuhrmans book and they are starting Eat to Live soon. It is wild! It is as if everyone knows that what we are eating is not working and they want to change but they just don't know how to. It is like a domino effect. That in and of itself is enough incentive to stay on this healthy way of eating.
I really must get some almond butter to make a salad dressing that was posted on Dr. Fuhrman's website. It sounded delicious.
I also find that I like being in the kitchen much more now that we are eating this new way. I used to hate to cook. Now I rather enjoy it. It is simplistic in style and not so much work. Of course after our first 6 weeks there will be other things to try but for now I like it a lot.
I have noticed my taste buds changing as well. I drank hot tea this morning with no sugar or milk and it was fine. I was chewing a piece of romaine lettuce last night an actually thought it tasted good.
Another thing that struck me(yea I think too much!) I have so many people watching me to see how this is going to work. Just like I watched my friend Emily and saw her change her life, people are now watching me. Will I make it? Will I stick with it?
My sister is starting next week and she told me I was her inspiration. One of my daughters friends are watching too, their daughter is gaining weight at a rapid pace and needs to eat right. She would benefit so much from this. If she sees my daughter lose her weight I am sure she will follow along. People at work are watching me, people on my facebook page are sending me IM's and messages saying they bought Dr. Fuhrmans book and they are starting Eat to Live soon. It is wild! It is as if everyone knows that what we are eating is not working and they want to change but they just don't know how to. It is like a domino effect. That in and of itself is enough incentive to stay on this healthy way of eating.
Wednesday, July 15, 2009
July 15, 2009
I went to the grocery last night and did some of my food shopping...wow, that was harder than I thought it would be! It seemed like the addiction part of this whole thing was very very strong, I wanted to rip open a bag of cookies and eat them right here, the cheese aisle I wanted to go crazy and buy a bunch of cheese.
I turned my head when I walked by the pop tarts so I didn't have to see them!
It was very difficult but I do have this to say being on a very tight budget, my grocery bill went WAAAAYYYYY down! That is exciting to me!
So far we are actually doing very very well. I am not finding it hard to eat this way at all. I had a salad yesterday that had strawberries and blueberries on it, and we have both agreed that this one is our favorite. The day before it was tomatoes cut up, walnuts, onions, and black beans. I had never had black beans but they tasted great!
I am having a difficult time getting a smoothie combination that I like. I did one yesterday with a banana, soy milk and mixed berries, the taste was great but I had to pull about 20 seeds out of my mouth every time I took a drink! We will figure it out. I need to use more fruits that don't have seeds. I am going to try a banana peach combination tomorrow. I find that I really like Almonds natural, raw and fresh. They taste so good!
The cooked veggies at night is proving difficult too, we are rushing here and there and it is difficult fixing a "quick" dinner. Another area we need to work on.
Poor Olivia though...she has a mouth full of cold sores from eating this way. We need to find out what is causing it. I posted on the forum about it to see if Dr. Fuhrman had any suggestions for it. I am also still very sick and putting off going to the doctor to get more antibiotics and trying to get better on my own. The first round of antibiotics didn't get rid of my extremely sore throat and ears full of fluid. I am hoping that my immune system will kick into high gear pretty soon.
We are getting our before pictures taken tonight. My brother in law has a photo studio and he is going to take our pictures.
I am determined to do this....I am so excited about being skinny, active and healthy again. I want to go kayaking, and rollerblading and a whole host of other things and I can't do it in this body! I am also looking forward to not getting sick anymore as well.
Another aspect of this? I have a LOT of people watching me to see how I am doing. Not only do I risk disappointing myself but a lot of other people as well if I don't stick with this and lose the weight. Many of whom are overweight or unhealthy that really need what Dr. Fuhrman is trying to teach. So many say, "oh I couldn't do that" but I think they can if they want it bad enough.
I talked about the temptation in the grocery store, but I also noticed a LOT of unhealthy overweight people like myself, reading labels on yogurt, or picking up cheese. One family had a cart full of doritos, chips, pop, cereal, and very little fresh fruit and vegetables. The father reached in and got some frozen mixed berries and the wife said, "we will never eat those" and he put them back. They had three small children.....I wish I had hundreds of copies of Eat to Live to hand out.....I look at what is in the grocery stores and just shake my head. It is sad really.
Well I can only take care of myself and my family and that is what I am starting to do. I look forward excitedly to what the future holds and being thin and healthy again! Whoooo hooooo!
I turned my head when I walked by the pop tarts so I didn't have to see them!
It was very difficult but I do have this to say being on a very tight budget, my grocery bill went WAAAAYYYYY down! That is exciting to me!
So far we are actually doing very very well. I am not finding it hard to eat this way at all. I had a salad yesterday that had strawberries and blueberries on it, and we have both agreed that this one is our favorite. The day before it was tomatoes cut up, walnuts, onions, and black beans. I had never had black beans but they tasted great!
I am having a difficult time getting a smoothie combination that I like. I did one yesterday with a banana, soy milk and mixed berries, the taste was great but I had to pull about 20 seeds out of my mouth every time I took a drink! We will figure it out. I need to use more fruits that don't have seeds. I am going to try a banana peach combination tomorrow. I find that I really like Almonds natural, raw and fresh. They taste so good!
The cooked veggies at night is proving difficult too, we are rushing here and there and it is difficult fixing a "quick" dinner. Another area we need to work on.
Poor Olivia though...she has a mouth full of cold sores from eating this way. We need to find out what is causing it. I posted on the forum about it to see if Dr. Fuhrman had any suggestions for it. I am also still very sick and putting off going to the doctor to get more antibiotics and trying to get better on my own. The first round of antibiotics didn't get rid of my extremely sore throat and ears full of fluid. I am hoping that my immune system will kick into high gear pretty soon.
We are getting our before pictures taken tonight. My brother in law has a photo studio and he is going to take our pictures.
I am determined to do this....I am so excited about being skinny, active and healthy again. I want to go kayaking, and rollerblading and a whole host of other things and I can't do it in this body! I am also looking forward to not getting sick anymore as well.
Another aspect of this? I have a LOT of people watching me to see how I am doing. Not only do I risk disappointing myself but a lot of other people as well if I don't stick with this and lose the weight. Many of whom are overweight or unhealthy that really need what Dr. Fuhrman is trying to teach. So many say, "oh I couldn't do that" but I think they can if they want it bad enough.
I talked about the temptation in the grocery store, but I also noticed a LOT of unhealthy overweight people like myself, reading labels on yogurt, or picking up cheese. One family had a cart full of doritos, chips, pop, cereal, and very little fresh fruit and vegetables. The father reached in and got some frozen mixed berries and the wife said, "we will never eat those" and he put them back. They had three small children.....I wish I had hundreds of copies of Eat to Live to hand out.....I look at what is in the grocery stores and just shake my head. It is sad really.
Well I can only take care of myself and my family and that is what I am starting to do. I look forward excitedly to what the future holds and being thin and healthy again! Whoooo hooooo!
Sunday, July 12, 2009
I made it!
I made it through the afternoon! I have beat the cravings for now. One day at a time!
I am eating my cooked greens, and then I believe I will treat myself to a watermelon! I bought one of those personal watermelons and I will eat half leaving the other half to Olivia. I can't wait!
I am proud of myself to this point! I can do this!
I am eating my cooked greens, and then I believe I will treat myself to a watermelon! I bought one of those personal watermelons and I will eat half leaving the other half to Olivia. I can't wait!
I am proud of myself to this point! I can do this!
Cravings
I had a "smoothie" that was anything but smooth. I will never make that one again. Apples don't mix well in a blender. I would much rather eat my fruit.
I had my almost pound of salad, all but a small bowl for lunch, followed by raspberries. Cooked greens for dinner. I find myself sitting here craving brownies, chocoloate, or anything sweet! AAARRRRRRGGGGGGGG! It is an addiction! It really is. My drug of choice - sugar! but then I think about being thin and I can handle going with out! Fighting to gain control and stay on top!
I had my almost pound of salad, all but a small bowl for lunch, followed by raspberries. Cooked greens for dinner. I find myself sitting here craving brownies, chocoloate, or anything sweet! AAARRRRRRGGGGGGGG! It is an addiction! It really is. My drug of choice - sugar! but then I think about being thin and I can handle going with out! Fighting to gain control and stay on top!
Saturday, July 11, 2009
tough
It has been hard today. We had our breakfast of fruit, when down to see the parade and there is a restaurant nearby that has health food and great salads so I thought we would go there. Well guess what? Today was polish food day and they didn't have any of their regular menu....Olivia was so hungry she broke and had what she wanted. I had a side salad, very small, with cucucumbers, tomatoes and onions. I was starving a little bit later. I came home and took a nap, here I sit at the computer and Olivia and I are going to go to the grocery to buy what we need. Frustrating....I should have planned for a back up, but I didn't think it was necessary. Sigh...but, that is behind me, back to the plan.
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