Monthly Archives: May 2009

"Accept Who You Are"

I subscribe to the daily newsletter sent out by the digital scrapbooking company Scrap Girls.  I found this little excerpt to be very true and thought I’d share it with everyone. I will be able to change my weight, but … Continue reading

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"It’s a good thing, Mom!"

I haven’t worked out at all this week until last night.  I couldn’t stand it anymore.  Yes, we were busy.  Monday was Memorial Day, Tuesday the last day of school, Wednesday some shopping with my mother-in-law who is visiting from … Continue reading

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Weigh-In

First an explanation:  Years ago (when I was on WW I think) I got into the habit of weighing myself on Tuesday mornings.  So, I try and stay away from the scale during the week and then weigh myself on … Continue reading

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That’s What Friends Are For

I have only told a couple of best friends and my mom about my attempt at losing weight again.  I’ve chickened out from telling one of my best friends though….  She and I have both battled weight loss and are … Continue reading

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To Blog or Not to Blog

As you’ve noticed, I finally got my weight loss blog up and running today. It took me a while to decide if I was going to blog or not. Honestly, the only thing holding me back was fear. Fear of … Continue reading

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Current Goals

My current goal is to walk at least three days a week, drink at least 32 oz. of water a day, eat only until satisfied, snack only when truly hungry and then pick fruit or something healthy and not worry … Continue reading

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New Endings

“Although no one can go back and make a brand new start, anyone can start from now and make a brand new ending. ”  ~ Roberta Brenick I found this quote about a year ago and loved it.  So, I … Continue reading

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Before Picture

May 2009 Beginning Weight:  231.5 pounds Clothing Size:  A very snug 20w I decided to buy a workout t-shirt in a size smaller than I currently wear to take my “Before Picture” in.  I figured this was the closest I … Continue reading

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A Good Start

I am not following any certain weight loss program.  If asked I would say Weight Watchers is the best program out there.  Since I’ve been on it many times before I know what I need to do food wise.   … Continue reading

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Past and Present

So, I will give a little history to get this blog going. I’m sorry this post is so long, but I want you to understand exactly where I am and where I’m coming from. Since this is my blog, I … Continue reading

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