Well, I was craving some Don Pablos...so we went out. BUT we haven't gone out to dinner in at least 2wks, AND I made slightly better choices than normal, but probably could have done better. I think next time I will research what the lower cal options are for the restaurant we are going to. But, I only had a few chips. Then had 2 GRILLED fish tacos, but I ate all my rice & I CAN NOT turn down their Spoonbread! But, what I was REALLY craving was their Sopapillas, but I only had 3 instead of a whole plate...so progress is being made. I did a lot of slow walking & standing yesterday & according to myfitnesspal I was still under my calorie goal even with Don Pablos. Not sure if I buy that or not, but we shall see. I keep forgetting to weigh myself, so I am hoping to remember to do that in the morning...
5 Things I Am Grateful For
- Family dinner & game night
- Going to the park with the kids & girlfriends & my nephew for the 1st time!!!
- Spending time with my sister
- Couple time with Hubby
- Friends that continue to uplift me & support me
Dear God,
Thank You for this day!! Again, I felt like I had a balance...I spent time with my girlfriends & sister, spent time having fun with the kids, stayed active for a good chunk of the day, spent time as a family & spent time as a couple! It was perfect, & it was all because of You. Thank You for helping me realize that balance can be found & I don't have to be so overwhelmed trying to fit everything in. Help me to "Let go, & let God!" Amen
Saturday, August 6, 2011
Friday, August 5, 2011
Thursday Aug 4
W1D2= Done!!! WOO HOO!!! I sweated my not so little A@$ off, but I felt great!!! Now, that being said, I think maybe my blood sugar dropped a bit low, cuz I felt REALLY shaky...I thought it was just the jello sensation I sometimes get after a good workout, but my whole body felt shaky even after I cooled down & showered, so I made sure I had a little 100cal snack. Gonna keep an eye on it.
I definitely prefer Suz's podcast for Week 1. I've attached the link for that at the bottom.
I tracked all my food yesterday, & not only was I under calorie goal, but because I ate SO well for breakfst & lunch, I was able to eat a little more for dinner with the fam, & have snacks!!
5 Things I Am Grateful For
- Guilt free eating!!!
- continued momentum for exercising
- an actual catch up conversation with Hubby
- beginning to believe I can REALLY do this again!!
- motivation from not only My Girls, but other friends on FB who I haven't seen since HS!! You all are SO awesome & you keep me going!! I am SO grateful for you!!
Dear God,
Thank you for putting me in a position to listen. I only help that I am helping in some small way. I pray that you help me to be of service/help to those around me that may need it. I thank You for this continued feeling of "I CAN do this!". I know that is coming from You. And, thank you for putting people in my path to help support me & keep me going. I pray that I can pay this all forward, & I pray You help me to do that. AMEN
http://www.podcastalley.com/podcast_details.php?pod_id=57826
I definitely prefer Suz's podcast for Week 1. I've attached the link for that at the bottom.
I tracked all my food yesterday, & not only was I under calorie goal, but because I ate SO well for breakfst & lunch, I was able to eat a little more for dinner with the fam, & have snacks!!
5 Things I Am Grateful For
- Guilt free eating!!!
- continued momentum for exercising
- an actual catch up conversation with Hubby
- beginning to believe I can REALLY do this again!!
- motivation from not only My Girls, but other friends on FB who I haven't seen since HS!! You all are SO awesome & you keep me going!! I am SO grateful for you!!
Dear God,
Thank you for putting me in a position to listen. I only help that I am helping in some small way. I pray that you help me to be of service/help to those around me that may need it. I thank You for this continued feeling of "I CAN do this!". I know that is coming from You. And, thank you for putting people in my path to help support me & keep me going. I pray that I can pay this all forward, & I pray You help me to do that. AMEN
http://www.podcastalley.com/podcast_details.php?pod_id=57826
Thursday, August 4, 2011
Wednesday July 3rd
Well, I didn't get a great amount of exercise in today, but I had fun doing what I did!! Stood for 1 1/2hrs playing Rock Band with my Fam!! Tracked my food & came in under calorie goal!!
5 Things I Am Grateful For
- Coming in under calorie goal
- Family time
- getting Back to School stuff 95% done!!
- talking with LK
- several days of being virtually pain free
Dear God,
Thank You for helping me with the pain stuff...it was really putting a damper on my mood! Please help Hubby with his pain...not only his neck/shoulder/back issue but also his new knee issue that has cropped up the last couple of days. Help me to be aware & help him in any way I can. Please also heal my other family & friends that need Your healing right now...physically or emotionally. Please help me to take things for what they are & not read more into it then there is. Help me to not take things so personally & to welcome the help; not take it as if I wasn't doing things well enough. Help me to be openminded to Your plan not my own. Help me to hear & know Your path for me & the strength to follow it. AMEN
5 Things I Am Grateful For
- Coming in under calorie goal
- Family time
- getting Back to School stuff 95% done!!
- talking with LK
- several days of being virtually pain free
Dear God,
Thank You for helping me with the pain stuff...it was really putting a damper on my mood! Please help Hubby with his pain...not only his neck/shoulder/back issue but also his new knee issue that has cropped up the last couple of days. Help me to be aware & help him in any way I can. Please also heal my other family & friends that need Your healing right now...physically or emotionally. Please help me to take things for what they are & not read more into it then there is. Help me to not take things so personally & to welcome the help; not take it as if I wasn't doing things well enough. Help me to be openminded to Your plan not my own. Help me to hear & know Your path for me & the strength to follow it. AMEN
Wednesday, August 3, 2011
Tuesday Aug 2nd
Today has been awesome!!! I did some computer work this morning, then took the kids to lunch at KFC...WHOA What??? KFC?? Yep! I split a 2 boneless breast meal with CJ. And as I was thoroughly enjoying my biscuit & mac n cheese, I said to myself, "Self, I don't know how many calories are in this stuff, but BOY does it taste REALLY good!! You BETTER run later!!" (LOL) Then I took the kids shopping for new dog stuff, & some school supplies. (ICK!) When we got home I got CJ ready for a nap, changed my clothes & got on the treadmill to do W1D1!!! I sweated my a$@ off, but it was SOOOO much fun!!! Then after dinner I met up with my girls & we walked 2+ miles!! (In my shape ups I might add!!) My muscles were pretty sore, but it was SO much fun & I felt GREAT!!! AND, I tracked my food AND came in under calorie goal...because of the exercise WAY under calorie goal!!! WOOT WOOT!!!
5 Things I Am Grateful For
- Yummy food without guilt
- Easy yummy dinner that fit into my calories that the whole family could eat
- Time with some of my Fav Girls!!
- motivation...I've been wondering when you would show up!!
Dear God,
THANK YOU THANK YOU for today!! You helped me make good choices about the food I ate, & the exercise I did. Again, today I felt a balance, but this time within myself. The battle I wage everyday inside seemed calmer & I know that was Your doing. I pray that You continue to help me find balance & peace within myself, & to find the balance & peace in our daily lives. Help me to keep finding the little things to be grateful for & to realize all the little blessings in my life. AMEN
5 Things I Am Grateful For
- Yummy food without guilt
- Easy yummy dinner that fit into my calories that the whole family could eat
- Time with some of my Fav Girls!!
- motivation...I've been wondering when you would show up!!
Dear God,
THANK YOU THANK YOU for today!! You helped me make good choices about the food I ate, & the exercise I did. Again, today I felt a balance, but this time within myself. The battle I wage everyday inside seemed calmer & I know that was Your doing. I pray that You continue to help me find balance & peace within myself, & to find the balance & peace in our daily lives. Help me to keep finding the little things to be grateful for & to realize all the little blessings in my life. AMEN
Tuesday, August 2, 2011
Monday Aug 1st
Today has been such a great day! I took Raven out to the park with the kids for the first time & she did sooooo good! I had some girltime & the kids had a ball playing with their friends & we even had a picnic lunch!! It was a great morning. I sorta got exercise in walking around after CJ at the park...but I didn't log it in cuz at this point I kinda felt like that was cheating. I did log my food but came in slightly over calories...tomorrow is another day...at least I am not TOTALLY blowing it everyday...
5 Things I Am Grateful For
- A wonderful playdate at the park with my girls, kids & Raven
- A nap with CJ since I got a headache
- Reading Harry Potter The Prisoner of Azkaban to the kids last night
- Catching up on some of our fav shows with Hubby
- getting most of the PPT done for Sunday
Dear God,
Thank You for the many blessings in my life. Today I actually felt like I found some balance in my life. I actually felt like I had time for everything I wanted to do. I spent time with the kids & dog having fun & got some me time in at the same time (love multitasking!) & still had time to do the more neccesary stuff & spend time with Hubby. Thank You for showing me that I can fit all this in & not feel guilty or overwhelmed. It was a wonderful day. I pray that we have many more like this to come.
And I pray that I continue to find little moments to share with You & talk to You. Amen
5 Things I Am Grateful For
- A wonderful playdate at the park with my girls, kids & Raven
- A nap with CJ since I got a headache
- Reading Harry Potter The Prisoner of Azkaban to the kids last night
- Catching up on some of our fav shows with Hubby
- getting most of the PPT done for Sunday
Dear God,
Thank You for the many blessings in my life. Today I actually felt like I found some balance in my life. I actually felt like I had time for everything I wanted to do. I spent time with the kids & dog having fun & got some me time in at the same time (love multitasking!) & still had time to do the more neccesary stuff & spend time with Hubby. Thank You for showing me that I can fit all this in & not feel guilty or overwhelmed. It was a wonderful day. I pray that we have many more like this to come.
And I pray that I continue to find little moments to share with You & talk to You. Amen
Monday, August 1, 2011
Sunday July 31st
I have had a wonderful day!! I have decided that Sundays will be free from exercise, so I didn't do anything & was just fine with that. I tracked my food today & didn't do too bad without the exercise, but didn't come in under calorie goal either. I'd like to get to the point where I stay under calorie goal without exercise.
5 Things I Am Grateful For
- being able to do an AMAZING new song at Church- Thank you MP
- watching my son getting so excited about his sleep over tonight
- watching my nephew BK walk across the room to me with a huge smile on his face!
- having Movie Night with Hubby
- an AMAZINGLY yummy, healthy dinner made by Hubby
Dear God,
Thank You for such a wonderful day. Thank You for another day where we were just able to enjoy each other & our time together. I pray that TL has a GREAT sleep over & is well behaved. I pray that You help me to do all that I need to do this coming week & still make litle pockets of time for the little things with the kids & Hubby. Help me to show the ones close to me just how much I love & appreciate them. Help me to focus on the positives with TL instead of the negatives. Help me to keep You centered in my life. AMEN
5 Things I Am Grateful For
- being able to do an AMAZING new song at Church- Thank you MP
- watching my son getting so excited about his sleep over tonight
- watching my nephew BK walk across the room to me with a huge smile on his face!
- having Movie Night with Hubby
- an AMAZINGLY yummy, healthy dinner made by Hubby
Dear God,
Thank You for such a wonderful day. Thank You for another day where we were just able to enjoy each other & our time together. I pray that TL has a GREAT sleep over & is well behaved. I pray that You help me to do all that I need to do this coming week & still make litle pockets of time for the little things with the kids & Hubby. Help me to show the ones close to me just how much I love & appreciate them. Help me to focus on the positives with TL instead of the negatives. Help me to keep You centered in my life. AMEN
Saturday July 30th
Well, today I didn't stay under my calorie goal, but I did track everything & get my exercise in. We went for a family walk after dinner tonight with our newest family member, Raven (the boxer). I checked on the date of The Nun Run & it's Sept 17th, so I really need to start C25K training again, so I would like to start doing that again this week...hoping for Monday.
5 Things I Am Grateful For
- Our lazy family fun day, spent getting familiar with our new dog!
- being virtually pain free!
- taking a nap with Hubby
- taking a Family Walk together after dinner
- getting the house tidy...something about lack of clutter that improves the mood!
Dear God,
Thank you for this wonderful day with my family. We are usually running so fast to so many places that we don't get to just relax & be lazy together. Please help us to slow down & appreciate these moments together. Please help us to find the balance between what we HAVE to do & what we NEED to do & what You would have us do. Please continue to provide healing for my friends & family that need it, especially little W. as he heals from surgery on his jaw. Help me to listen...really listen to those who need me & to You. AMEN
5 Things I Am Grateful For
- Our lazy family fun day, spent getting familiar with our new dog!
- being virtually pain free!
- taking a nap with Hubby
- taking a Family Walk together after dinner
- getting the house tidy...something about lack of clutter that improves the mood!
Dear God,
Thank you for this wonderful day with my family. We are usually running so fast to so many places that we don't get to just relax & be lazy together. Please help us to slow down & appreciate these moments together. Please help us to find the balance between what we HAVE to do & what we NEED to do & what You would have us do. Please continue to provide healing for my friends & family that need it, especially little W. as he heals from surgery on his jaw. Help me to listen...really listen to those who need me & to You. AMEN
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