weighing in

Another week down. I went to the doctor today to have my thyroid checked. I was past due and I'm pretty sure my medicine will have to be adjusted.

I lost 1 lb.

Just trying to focus on getting healthy and not get down about the number on the scale. This is hard because for so many years, the number on the scale dictated the way I felt that day.

~I'm still drinking at least 8 cups of water a day

~I am choosing healthier foods, including vegetables and fruits

~My undies are a wee bit too big-haha.

~I ran for 30 minutes continuously yesterday-finished my couch to 5k program on my phone.

My goals for this week:

1. 4 days of exercise with 30 minutes of continuous running.

2. Plan a clean and fresh menu for my family with lots of veggies and then fresh fruits for snacks and desserts.

3. Make some zucchini chips with the new dehydrator I got for Mother's day and also homemade fruit roll ups.

4. To change my thinking when the negative thoughts intrude. It's hard but it can be done.

So that's it. Patiently waiting on lab results but not using that as an excuse to eat. When I reach 15 lbs I will post another picture to see if there is any more difference.

Here's to clean and healthy eating!

Weighing In

Well, no good news to report. I meant to do this Tuesday but I'm just so busy right now. I gained this week. 5 lbs!!! crazy. So, I'm trying not to be disheartened because I'll just give up just like in the past. Even though I gained there were some postives:

~ Increased my water intake. I drink alot of water-this is great.

~Still eating more fruits and vegetables

~ cut processed sugar

~ ran for 29 minutes solid.

I did pull a muscle in my upper back last week and couldn't run for several days, maybe that had something to do with it.

I'm just not sure what happened. I'm a little suspicious of my thyroid. If I gain this week then I'm going to get it checked. That's it for now.

Weighing In

Another week has passed. I finally lost again. Whew!

Lost~ 2.0 lbs

Total Lost~ 12.0 lbs

I'm revamping my eating. :) Cutting out processed sugars mainly. I think it's helping. My body is addicted to sugar. Getting off of it is not easy. But I will do it.

~ I did get 3 days of exercise in.

~I'm at a new number on the scale that I haven't seen in 2 years I think. Or almost 2 years.

~If I lose 4 more lbs I will be at a number I haven't seen in what seems like forever.

~ If I lose 6 lbs, well, I really can't remember that number! ha

~ I will lose. But even better is the fact that I am running again. I have really missed it. I need to decide when I will have the surgery on my foot, because there is a great deal of pain. Maybe when I'm half way to my goal?? We'll see!

Weighing In

It's that time again.

~ 0 lbs lost this week

~ 10 lbs total loss

You would think I would be depressed over this but I choose not to be. I'm not excited but I knew it was bound to happen and it will again. I know why the scale didn't move this week - because I didn't move. I only got in one day of exercise.

So here are my excuses: I got sick, the kids got sick, the kids were up all night several nights in a row.

So, I'm back at it for a new week. I've already got a day in of exercise and hope to get 3 more.

I'm not sure I will keep posting each week about my weight. Seems a little boring to post about a pound. :) We shall see.

Congo-Special Needs

Warning: These pictures are not easy to look at and may be graphic. This is life in Congo for special needs orphans. There is one picture of a man in a white jacket. He is absolutely fabulous! He owns the whole place, runs it, everything. He is so nice! The kids obviously love him. He always has a hug ready for any of them who run up to him and he speaks very softly to them.

He has about 700+ orphans and I don't know how many are HIV+-can't rembember but it's a lot. He also has a section where people sit all day because they have no home-they are homeless. They are guaranteed 2 meals there. He is quite simply an amazing man.

This is for people who ask "why not America?" I challenge you and say "why not Congo?" You won't see this in America. Some of us are called to adopt internationally and some are called to adopt domestically and then some are called to do both. There is no way that one way is the best way. We are all blessed by building our families through adoption-no matter what type of adoption. Children who need families, get one. Parents who need children, get one. Families are made. It's a win-win, no matter what. Get over it.

Weighing In

It's that time again. And this week there are pictures. Yes, that's right, I finally hit the 10 lb. mark!

~ 1 lb. lost this week

~ 10 lbs total lost

I've been on Weight Watchers now for 42 days.

I've been exercising for 6 weeks, in my 7th week now.

I ate a lot more fruits and vegetables this week.

I ran 27 minutes solid yesterday.

I'm beginning to see a tiny bit of change in my legs. I just noticed this yesterday.

Hitting the 10lb mark is a huge motivator.

I bought me a new pair of running shorts (on sale) for my prize.

This is NOT easy. It is a stuggle every day to try to make the right choices for my body.

Having friends praying for you and inspiring you is awesome. It helps.

So here you go. Below are two before pictures of when I was in Congo and yes the second one is me with my hair pulled completely back. I can't believe I'm doing this! The changes are small, but I feel them in my clothes. Maybe by the time I hit 20 lbs you'll be able to tell. :)

Before (In Congo)

Another before (In Congo)

The picture below was taken by Jenna-she wanted me to act goofy. :)

Weighing In

Okay, a little underwhelmed but again, choosing to focus on the positive. I did lose, but there will be no picture today I'm sad to say. I know it's hard for me to lose weight but, man, I really worked at it this week! BUT I did lose and I will try to keep focusing on that. So here are the stats:

~ 1.0 lb lost this week

~9.0 lbs total loss

I have been doing Weight Watchers for 35 days.

I am starting my 6th week of consistent exercise.

I exercised 5 days out of 7 last week.

Some days I ate more fruits and vegetables.

I drink well over 8 glasses of water per day.

I do not drink soda-this was before WW (but I do allow myself a diet coke every once in awhile)

I conquered negative thoughts twice in one day last week and felt like I really accomplished something.

I zipped my Church pants a little easier Sunday. Didn't have to suck in as much. Nice! You know what I'm talking about.

I didn't feel like I was going to split my pants when bendng or sitting at Church.

My capri jeans were a teeny bit looser in the booty and waist.

I ran for 25 minutes yesterday....and felt great.

My goals for this week:

Keep up the exercise, want another 5 day week.

Maintain my water intake.

Focus on my diet more and add more fruits and vegies.

Any pasta, switch to whole grain or whole wheat.

If you are on your own weight-loss, get healthy journey, keep up the good work, make weekly goals and move those feet!