Taking the Challenge

Jun. 24, 2007 - ~* Staying Focused - The "D" Word * ~

It's been approximately 10 mos. since I started my weight-loss journey...again. But, for the first time ever, I'm still motivated and actually enjoying myself after this long of a stretch. I think there are a several reasons for this:

1) I asked God to give me a heart change towards food. While it wasn't an overnight thing, He really has done just that. I realize that more food doesn't satisfy my heart or make my body feel better. More Jesus, less food, and more exercise does.

2) I haven't tried to do the impossible. By that I mean, so often when we begin our weight loss journey's, we want to lose everything overnight, so we are super strict to the point of ridiculous and then we find we hate the journey...and we quit. Several times throughout this process, I started to lose the joy or we were in super hectic/stressful situations, so I allowed myself to go on maintenance. That did two things: kept me "on program", while giving me a bit more lee-way...which in turn caused me to relax and start enjoying the process. Which, gave me the respite I needed to tighten the belt again and go for another stretch.

3) I finally have come to terms with the fact that this is a life-time journey and process. I will always need God's help with my food-loss journey and I will always have to stay on guard, even during times of maintenance. But, I'm good with that.

4) Being blessed to belong to a small on-line weight loss group. We laugh together, cry together, pray together, encourage each other...and it's made all the difference in the world!

5) Oh, and one more thing....the "D" word isn't part of my vocabulary...dieting is temporaray...the journey I am on...it's for life.

Celebrating 40+ lbs gone....a changed heart...and an ongoing positive outlook. With Christ's help and strength...I CAN get the rest of those lbs off...AND keep on with this healthier lifestyle journey.

~*Sheryl*~

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May. 17, 2007 - ~* On Diets and Halos *~

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From today's food journal:
After his medical test, my honey went through a drive-through for breakfast. I was sorely tempted to join him, because, you know, that scone I'd had earlier was a MINI !!
But, I decided it was more important to have those extra cals for the weekend, so I skipped ordering anything....and smelled the aroma...and drooled...and wore my little diet halo all the way home! ;)
And tomorrow starts the weekend, dontcha know!

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Feb. 24, 2007 - ~* Another 5 lbs....GONE! *~

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The turtle continues the race....5 more lbs are gone! Still a long ways to go (65 more to be exact). It's been a liveable journey and, actually most of the time, enjoyable. I definitely have those frustrating days, and on a couple of occasions, weeks, but overall, it's been a pleasant journey! May it continue to be so! ;)

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Jan. 5, 2007 - ~* YIPpeee*~

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I hit 30 lbs gone today!! I've been doing a weight-loss challenge with some friends since last August and while I'd hoped to hit the 3 0 in December...I'm still delighted to hit it today. That means I've lost a little over 4 lbs a month since starting the challenge. Slow but sure... and liveable :)

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Oct. 29, 2006 - ~* And in Other News*~

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I've met and passed my first weight-loss goal of 20 lbs!!! I am truly thankful for God's help in this endeavor and for His provision of a fun walking buddy!!

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