Blech. I Hate Being Sick!

I haven't been sick in almost 3 years. And today, I seemed to have acquired flu-like symptoms. Crampy stomach. Feverish (though no fever!), headache and stiffness.

Slept most of the day, and could only tolerate carby type foods, though not a lot.

Going back to bed now, though the stomach pains are pretty bad tonite. Hopefully I will feel more human again tomorrow...

Another Year Older - and defintely wiser!

So my birthday came and went - with much fun, food and craziness to be had! After a wonderful party on Saturday night with both siblings (that's never happened!) and some great friends; a laugh-a-minute shower for my sister in law on Sunday; and a family supper and football fest later that day - well the food and drink were a-flowin'!

I feel like I did not go super crazy - though did enjoy myself thoroughly! I didn't drink a silly amount, but did try to drink lots of water, and fill myself with fruits and veggies before diving into the delicious dishes my husband & I prepared for the weekend.

I did pretty well.

I got spoiled. Lovely presents from friends and family (including an inside & out car wash, replica LV purse & spa treatment from hubby; adorable "mom" book, dark chocolate and a gc to Suzy Shier from Emma; Indian cook book from Justin; cute tank, matching earings & flip flops from my sis et al; 2 bottles of wine from my bro et al; a beautiful vase from Dar; Lots of partylite candles from Nic; a gift card from Jacquie & Darrell; Marguerita pop set from Cheryl & Scott; cash and wine from my inlaws; ESBM and cash from my folks)... well yeah. Spoiled about sums it up!

And I spoiled myself. For my birthday, I finally got the tattoo I've been dreaming of since the first week I started Weight Watchers more than a year and a half ago! It's the chinese symbol for Achievement, protected by 2 dragons: A great reminder to not give up on all the hard work I've done. Each cherry blossom is representing my family: Emma, Ken, Mom, Dad, Nathan, Arden, Andrea & Sonam. It's the stereotypical "tramp stamp" location on my lower back - something I NEVER would have gotten when I was heavy. It's also a great motivation to tone up more so I can show it off!!!

Thanks Miss B for the reminder. So hard to take the time for me to get this done... *Hugs*!

Day 2

Short and Sweet today!

B1: banana toast, pb & sf jam (4)
B2: raisin bran & ff milk (4)
L1: left over curry & ciapati (3)
L2: cuke salad, tomato soup (3)
D: sub or salad... (5)
SN: yogurt & berries (3)

AP: I WILL GO FOR A WALK TODAY!!!

On Track for Day 3

I'm on track for a really good day. I'm not overly hungry today, and I should get lots of activity in. Here's my plan for today:

B1: raisin bran, ff milk (4)
B2: banana split smoothie (2)
L1: left over tofu stirfry (4)
L2: tomato soup (2)
D: Souvlaki, french fries, green beans (7)
Sn: Skinny cow (2)

AP: walks, trampoline, crunches

Day 2 And Feeling Great

Attitude should be a class taught in highschool. It influences people more than any other single (controlable) force. Seeing things in their most positive light is ALWAYS going to render a more successful outcome. I know this, and yet it's still a struggle some days!

But, I had a very good day yesterday. Not perfect, but a big improvement of late. I am craving sugar again, and that's only because I've allowed it a lot in the last couple of weeks. Emma & I are on the healthy band wagon together, and it's amazing how feeling good about yourself allows you to make the healthiest decisions a lot more consistently!

Summer is remarkably hard with the constant call of ice cream, cold drinks, deck food (aka Munchies). I don't want to avoid them all - but instead fall back on my tried and true method of smart portion control, and of course added activity. Which I did yesterday! Still need more work there, for sure. Not to mention my post-supper snacking. I'm ok past 8:00, but an hour after supper I start rummaging for sweet stuff. Have to find ways to combat that. Any suggestions?

So today I have a plan, and I'm not afraid to use it!

Day 2
B1: banana with FF pudding dip (2)
B2: cereal, berries, raisins, milk (5)
L1: tomato soup, toast w/cheese whiz (low fat) (4)
L2: grapefruit, cukes (1)
D: tofu stirfry (5)
SN: skinny cow bar, cereal (5)

AP: brisk walk (20 mins), trampoline (20 mins), crunches (75)

OUCH!

Ok. That hurt. I have been consistently hovering around the 159-162 mark for 3 months, occasionally creeping higher after food-filled weekends. But after what was by far NOT an overly bad weekend, the scale jumped to over 170 last night! I almost cried. That was 6 pounds gained in 3 days. In retrospect, there was a lot of salt, quite a bit of booze, and not a lot of water or veggies.

So back to the drawing board. This morning, I was back to just over 167, but I am DETERMINED to maintain under 163. That's where I'm happy.

I have been SUPER lax on the working out front. I've spent tons of time on the trampoline, but I have to keep mixing it up, for sure.

Here's to going back to the beginning.... yet again!


Day 1 Menu & Plan

B1: banana, pineapple FF pudding dip (2)
B2: WW ww bagel, 2 tbsp FF c. cheese, egg, 1 toast (6)
L1: Miso soup (3)
L2: salad & veggies (1)
D: BBQ Terriyaki Chicken, wild, brown & white rice, brocolli (7)
S: Cereal (3)

AP: 20 minute brisk walk, 30 mins on trampoline, crunches (75), arm weights

Sheepishly poking my head back in...

So how's this for ridiculous:

I haven't posted for more than 6 weeks.
I missed my June weigh in
I have been to the gym twice in 4 weeks
I have made bread a way-too-big part of my diet

The good news is I'm still in my normal range for weight. The bad news is my energy is way down.

The good news is I am still very conscientious of it. The bad news I haven't written in my journal or posted for way too long.

The renovations are done - we just have yard work and the garage to complete. I should have more time to focus on my health. We purchased a trampoline today that will be my main source of activity for the next 4 months for sure - so I have NO excuses not to get in a great cardio & core workout!

I feel good about my maintenance - but need to worry about those last stubborn little pounds!!!