One more day and then I will be sitting with friends and a feast. I am trying to not let the day or this whole week be about the food. But I do love turkey and stuffing and sweet potatoes with marshmallows on top. My mouth can water just thinking about it.
But I am cooking to avoid leaving leftovers, so the big meal does not become "Big Eating Week". Used the healthy cookbook recipe for my apple crisp. My side dish contribution is green beans. If I can visualize what a serving size is on my plate and not believe the plate should be full, I will be fine.
And just to keep me on track, I bought the size medium sweat pants, Not the size large. That way, they should still fit in the spring when I keep losing weight. Pray that I learn how to eat to live, not live to eat. Blessings to all and enjoy your family first, then the feast.
Random musings on trying to lose weight, journaling of the goofy thoughts I have about food and the rest of my life
Wednesday, November 23, 2011
Thursday, November 17, 2011
Happy or Gorgeous?
The other morning in the shower I noticed the two choices for my body wash. One has happy in the name; the other says gorgeous. So every morning, I make a choice. Do I want to be happy or gorgeous?
The gorgeous body wash was actually picked out by my daughter. She likes the scent and it has some sparkle to it. The happy one, I picked out and it smells mildly of citrus and is very reasonably priced. But even so, I normally pick "happy" to start my day. Maybe "gorgeous" just seems like too much work. Also, I figure with God's help, I can be happy every day. Gorgeous seems to fade with age.
So every morning, with God's assistance. I can have a happy day. Whether the number on the scale is slightly up or going down. Whether home schooling seemed productive or a day-long argument. Whether the laundry gets completely done or left in the dryer. Jesus, we are set to have a happy day!
The gorgeous body wash was actually picked out by my daughter. She likes the scent and it has some sparkle to it. The happy one, I picked out and it smells mildly of citrus and is very reasonably priced. But even so, I normally pick "happy" to start my day. Maybe "gorgeous" just seems like too much work. Also, I figure with God's help, I can be happy every day. Gorgeous seems to fade with age.
So every morning, with God's assistance. I can have a happy day. Whether the number on the scale is slightly up or going down. Whether home schooling seemed productive or a day-long argument. Whether the laundry gets completely done or left in the dryer. Jesus, we are set to have a happy day!
Sunday, November 13, 2011
Do they have FBC?
After shopping with my friend Bonita, we have a new acronym. You only need this when shopping for sweaters or long shirts to wear with leggings. Does it have Full Butt Coverage?
I really like my calves and ankles, but right around the bottom and belly area I appreciate a full coverage in this area. Perhaps it is just another way I am lying to myself, but that is not something I want the rest of the world to see. It was fun though to say when asked if everything on my driver's license was correct to say: "No, my weight is wrong!" To put it in Weight Watcher terms, I have lost 10 percent of my starting weight.
Not a good idea to slack off now. Thanksgiving and Christmas are coming. In the name of hospitality I have felt false guilt about not eating other people's offerings at potlucks, homes, parties, etc. No one really cares whether their dish goes home untasted by me. Just another example of my egocentric thinking. I would like to be aware of every bite, lick or taste. And if I have tasted it before and it is not on the Top Ten List of things I most like to eat, then pass.
I really like my calves and ankles, but right around the bottom and belly area I appreciate a full coverage in this area. Perhaps it is just another way I am lying to myself, but that is not something I want the rest of the world to see. It was fun though to say when asked if everything on my driver's license was correct to say: "No, my weight is wrong!" To put it in Weight Watcher terms, I have lost 10 percent of my starting weight.
Not a good idea to slack off now. Thanksgiving and Christmas are coming. In the name of hospitality I have felt false guilt about not eating other people's offerings at potlucks, homes, parties, etc. No one really cares whether their dish goes home untasted by me. Just another example of my egocentric thinking. I would like to be aware of every bite, lick or taste. And if I have tasted it before and it is not on the Top Ten List of things I most like to eat, then pass.
Friday, November 11, 2011
Why does it feel like hibernation?
I have a really bad habit during these cold months. I must think I am related to a bear, because I want to load up on carbs. Breads and cake and pie and whatever is in my eye line. Even before I was overweight I weighed more in the winter than the summer. Of course, that could have had something to do with my increased activity level in those mild and warm days of spring and summer. Maybe the availability of fresh fruits and veggies at a more reasonable price?
Snow days are not really days that inspire me to go for a walk outside. But from last winter I learned that shoveling the driveway is quite a workout. Especially when you have to do it several times a day!
Probably doesn't help that I want to find a popped popcorn recipe with dark chocolate to give as gifts for Christmas. All that taste testing may not be a good idea. Oh well, today is a brand new day. And today I am going to put on my warmest sweats and go for a walk. Later, 'gators.
Snow days are not really days that inspire me to go for a walk outside. But from last winter I learned that shoveling the driveway is quite a workout. Especially when you have to do it several times a day!
Probably doesn't help that I want to find a popped popcorn recipe with dark chocolate to give as gifts for Christmas. All that taste testing may not be a good idea. Oh well, today is a brand new day. And today I am going to put on my warmest sweats and go for a walk. Later, 'gators.
Friday, November 4, 2011
The downfall of walking at the mall
It was very cold and rainy yesterday. I decided I would get more walking accomplished at the mall. And maybe some early Christmas shopping done. The trouble with walking at the mall is that it is like golfing: lots of stops and starts. Not what one would call moderate or strenuous exercise.
If I added up what I spent in addition to the time I walked at the mall, I wonder if it would add up to a gym membership...Not quite, but something to be aware of when doing my inside exercise. Last summer, when I noticed the walking and spending trend I locked my purse in the trunk of my car. That way, if I saw something I wanted (not needed), I would have to walk all the way back to my car, get my purse, pay for the item and return to my car. Most days it just wasn't worth it!
But, today (even though it is November), it is not too cold or rainy to walk. For that, I am thankful.
If I added up what I spent in addition to the time I walked at the mall, I wonder if it would add up to a gym membership...Not quite, but something to be aware of when doing my inside exercise. Last summer, when I noticed the walking and spending trend I locked my purse in the trunk of my car. That way, if I saw something I wanted (not needed), I would have to walk all the way back to my car, get my purse, pay for the item and return to my car. Most days it just wasn't worth it!
But, today (even though it is November), it is not too cold or rainy to walk. For that, I am thankful.
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