Day 14 - Let them eat cake...and anything else

Whew, tonight I made it through two events where lots of food was served. ALL I HAD WAS WATER. It wasn't bad. I tried to mingle and keep my mind off the food. I was actually asked to serve cake at one point. This was hard because it was delicious looking double fudge cake. I was not tempted. I stayed focused. I made it up another hill. It feels good to stick with the program. Tomorrow is another day but I will stay focused and hope for good and positive results.

Tonight. Dinner will be a veggie burger on wheat flat bread with a slice of veggie cheese and a dollop of fat free mayo.

Chant: Eyes on the PRIZE.

Have a Veggie Good Night,

FitandSlim4ever.

Day 13 - Blue Skies and Fluffy Clouds

Have you ever taken a long walk on a beautiful day? A day when the sun is shining and the sky is perfectly blue dotted with fluffy white clouds. Today I looked up at the sky and felt the sun on my face and finally it all clicked. A healthy lifestyle is not a punishment or death sentence. A healthy lifestyle is a wonderful bonus for having the discipline to stay focused on your diet. During my morning walk I pondered my long history of yo-yo dieting. I have tried numerous diets and programs. I usually drop weight only to regain some, all or more within six months to a year. Why? I think it is because my weight loss efforts are not part of a total lifestyle change.  I have to make some hard choices about my weight. Do I want to live long enough to enjoy sunny skies? That is the question.

During the next 11 months I will work hard to develop and maintain a healthier lifestyle. I hope you will follow my blog and support me to the finish line. 

My challenge this week is to get through a demanding schedule of busy events without being tempted by the food table. Why is there food at EVERY meeting? Last night I ate lettuce while everyone else ate HUGE sandwiches on Italian bread (WITH CHIPS AND SUNDAES). Give me a little applause. I made it through the night. Tonight is another challenge. 

Good Book: Terry McMillian's Getting to Happy. That's my goal...getting to happy.

Have a Veggie Good Day, 

FitandSlim4ever

Day 12 - Balancing hectic work days with diets

It is very hard to balance a hectic schedule with dieting.  I think that you really have to do a lot of planning and preparation.

Trick One - Slice/chop all of your vegetables and store in plastic storage bags
Trick Two - Stock up on diet snack bars (WW has lots of choices)
Trick Three - Keep a few frozen diet meals in the freezer for the  busy days when you are tired
Trick Four - Load up on veggies. I like the Just for One packs
Trick Five - Eggs are lifesavers...really!!!

Tip:  Take a sip bottle filled with water to meetings. You can get your daily intake of water while working

Send me some of your diet tricks. I am looking forward to hearing from you.

Have a Veggie Good Day,

FitandSlim4ever

Day 11- FALL IN LOVE WITH HEALTHY FOOD

Fall is such a wonderful time of year. I look forward to September because it feels like you are getting a fresh start for the last part of the year. Fall also means that colorful and healthy foods are in season. Have you ever tried a Pomegranate? You should select bright deep red poms. The bigger the better. Pistachios are another excellent choice. Pistachios pack a powerful punch and help protect the liver.

Tip: Having trouble sleeping? Eat a handful of walnuts and cherries. Let me know if it helps.

Challenge: I will hang "The Jeans" on the door and stare at them for 5 minutes. I will try to imagine myself wearing "The Jeans." (refer to earlier blogs for the jean story). I will repeat to myself -
I am going to get into "The Jeans." I challenge you to find something in your closet to to hang on the door.

I wish everyone a wonderful Sunday. New week - new start, new chance to make the most of our weight loss journey.

See you soon and have a Veggie Good Day,

FitandSlim4ever

Day 10 - Cleaning House

Today, I started cleaning out my pantry and fridge. I took all the pasta and put it in a bag. My niece Cherie is the recipient of pasta in every shape and size. Bon Appetite, Cherie.

It feels really good to give away food. It felt like a wonderful cleansing experience. There are so many people in the world in need of food so why hold onto food that you do not need.

Today was a fun day. I went to a breakfast meeting and managed to have 2 poached eggs and 1/2 slice of toast...while dining with people EATING BACON. OMG. I love bacon. I was proud of myself for resisting the BACON. After breakfast I went to a meeting where my friends were eating sandwiches and dessert. I ate before I went to the meeting. It really helped. I managed to stay focused while my friend TA munched down on this wonderful chocolate delicacy with marshmallow and nuts. Thanks friend.

Tonight I walked with my friend GW for 2 hours. Go GW. We are really enjoying our fitness walks.

Well, it has been a long day so I bid you goodnight. Sweet Dreams and Tomorrow have a Veggie Good Day.

FitandSlim4ever.

DAY 9 - TODAY IS A GREAT DAY

What is the first thought to pop into your head in the morning? Do you give thanks for having another day on the planet? Do you fall on your knees and ask blessings for the safety and health of your family? Whatever your prayer, whatever your hope - start out thanking God for a GREAT DAY.

Two weeks into WW and I give thanks for a great day. I am thankful for the opportunity to get a "do over." A second chance to do things differently, to make better choices ... to select the high road...to choose  health and fitness over obsisty and despair. Today, I celebrate new beginings and fresh starts.

Here is to a new week on WW. Pray for me. I go forth with a humble heart and a spirit filled with might.

Tip:  Flavor soups with low sodium chicken, veggie or beef brotth. 

Action chant: Move it. U gotta move it. Motivate and Move it.

Have a great weekend. Happy TGIF.

Blessings and have a Veggie Good Day,

FitandSlim4ever

Day 8 - Week 2 /So Far So GoR

 Yeah for Me. I have finished my first week on WW. I actually lost weight. GO GIRL !!! Now, forward march. My WW leader told us that the program does not control us - we control the plan. In other words - We have enough flexibility to put together winning menu plans that suit our individual taste. So, this week I am going to focus getting into a routine.  More on this task to follow. :)

Quick Lunch idea for last nights grilled shrimp - 1/2 cut shrimp chopped, mixed with 1/2 blue crab meat, 1/3 mined green onions, a dash of seasoning,  1 tablespoon of low fat mayo, 1 tablespoon of tofu cream cheese, 1 1/4 cup colorful bell peppers sliced or chopped, one cup raw spinach. Mix shrimp, crab, seasoning, mayo, onions and cream cheese together. Serve over spinach leaves and garnish with bell peppers and cucumber slices.  For a side dish serve "Just for One" veggie serving. (1 pt).  You can add a 1/4 tablespoon of Remoulade sauce for color and taste. Remoulade is about 80 cal/7g fat for a tablespoon so use carefully.

I feel very good about completing a week on my new program. I look forward to sharing my progress in the weeks and months to come. I hope you will stay tuned and support my weight loss journey with INSPIRATIONAL IDEAS AND MESSAGES. POSITIVE VIBES ONLY.

Thought for the week:  My pastor says that we are called to do three things 1) do no harm 2) do good and 3) stay in love with God. Sounds easy right? Wrong. I am going to try getting through the week living by these three simple rules. I challenge you to do the same.

Peace and Joy to you and have a Veggie Good Day!

Fitandslim4ever