Monthly Archives: November 2009

This morning I was feeling a little like, “Why even try to lose weight?”. I did my devotions and then I literally told myself out loud, “I choose to win.” I will win at losing this extra weight. I will … Continue reading →

A church marquee that we pass by often had this quote up for a week or so: Triumph is just “umph” added to try. I loved it! Have a great week everyone!

Yesterday after discussing my little jog attempt and the following soreness with a teacher-friend of mine she told me I was an inspiration to her. She said, “You’re an inspiration to me. You inspire me to eat healthier — today!!” … Continue reading →

Today’s Weight: 209.5 Total Loss/Gain: 0 Total Loss So Far: -21.5 lbs. After the emotional week I’ve had I’m okay with this maintain. In fact, last night I told myself, “You know, I’m exercising regularly, I feel better and I’m … Continue reading →

After yesterday’s post I did take a some time to take these fear issues to God in prayer. It was a good time of soul searching and breakthrough. I have been very surprised at the emotional issues I carry in … Continue reading →

I watched week 7 of The Biggest Loser today and this conversation between Jillian and Amanda hit me hard. It could easily have been me and Jillian talking. The portions in red are exactly how I feel at times and … Continue reading →

So, the past couple of days I’ve noticed a theme amongst us in weight loss blogland… CANDY. Candy has been the topic at hand. I know it’s because of Halloween and I know that I’ve even blogged about it already. … Continue reading →

So today after school someone was handing out chocolate chip cookies and I declined one. Another teacher said, “Oh are you giving them up?” I just laughed. Whee! But …….. …… then when I got home I ate two snack … Continue reading →

It didn’t occur to me until the end of the night that here I am working on weight loss and I dressed up as a chef for Halloween! LOL!!! I just cracked myself up!!! Maybe it’s good because it means … Continue reading →