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July 7, 2010

Downward Trend

Filed under: Health/ Fitness — gardener @ 12:53 pm

A few days ago I mentioned that I’d lost 3 pounds in about four days. Well, this morning I woke up and found myself a little curious as to if the weight was still gone or if maybe it was one of those things were I was slightly dehydrated or something. I knew that wasn’t the case, but I was so surprised to see the scales moving downward again I almost thought I was dreaming.

Instead, when I got on the scales this morning, I saw that I had lost another 2 pounds, which means in the last week I’ve lost 5 pounds!! I haven’t lost that much weight in a week since I first began my lifestyle change. I am LOVING it though and plan to continue doing exactly what I’m doing right now.

Before you wonder- No, I’m not starving myself. I’m eating healthy, balanced meals and exercising and getting betweeen 1200-1500 calories a day.

Oh Yeah

Filed under: Life,Things I Love — gardener @ 12:49 pm

My friend, who also reads this space (hey hey) said that she’s heard mixed reports on the importance of using the best prenatal vitamins once she is pregnant. Again, I suggested that she check with her doctor, but I also think that she could probably find some great resources online as to what is the best vitamins for her to take for both her and the little one, once she does get pregnant. Looks like if she gets pregnant, that will be the third friend that I have who is having a baby. Well, I say having- two very close friends have already had little ones this year, and I absolutely adore them both.

Exciting Times

Filed under: Life,Things I Love — gardener @ 12:46 pm

I had an email from a really good friend who told me that she’s trying to get pregnant. I’m excited for her, because it will be her first little one and she is one of those people that I believe will be a fantastic mother. You know how you meet some people and you just know that about them? Well, that’s how I see her. She said someone suggested that she try pregnancy vitamins even before she got pregnant, but since I have no experience in this area, I suggested that she call her doctor and make sure that’s ok. I hope she is able to get pregnant when she wants and that everything turns out perfect.

July 5, 2010

Buh-Buh

Filed under: Health/ Fitness — gardener @ 11:41 am

Stepped on the scales today for the second time in five days and saw that I was missing 3 pounds. I actually hesitated getting on the scales because I could tell that I am retaining fluids at the moment, so the 3 pound loss was a huge surprise.

I celebrated by eating a chocolate bar. Haha I’m kidding- I did NOT do that.

I’m happy to see the loss and look forward to more. I also look forward to getting back on the running track come Wednesday morning.

July 4, 2010

Taking Inventory

Filed under: Food for Thought,Gratitude — gardener @ 10:43 am

This morning when I checked my email, I found this in the midst of all the mail. I loved it, and thought that possibly sharing it with others would touch them the way it has me.

“Should you find yourself at a loss, wondering what life is all about and what your purpose is, be thankful. There are those who didn’t live long enough to get the opportunity to wonder.” – Unknown

Taking inventory of your gifts and blessings

You’ll probably spend some time this weekend thinking about the good things in your life and your loved ones. Before you do that, take a moment to just consider how lucky you are to be here in the first place. In the 21st century, we can experience more in a month than most people throughout history did in a lifetime. Instead of appreciating that fact, we usually just end up wanting to do and have more. We look at what’s wrong rather than what’s right. This is a perfect time to take a look at your life and priorities again. Can you make some extra time every day to just enjoy the moment and your loved ones? You’ve been given the gift of a lifetime of moments. Accept the gift and prove yourself worthy.

Thanks Spark People!

July 3, 2010

Gratitude- July 3, 2010

Filed under: Gratitude — gardener @ 3:23 am

It has been a little while since I shared a gratitude list, so I thought that maybe it was about time I did so.     In spite of not being consistent with sharing them every day here, I do take some time out of my day, each day and think about the things I’m grateful for.    

I was walking with JJ this morning and an elderly neighbor was walking with me for part of the journey and I asked how she was doing.    She said that every day that her legs will take her where she wants to go, are good days.    She’s right-  It’s one of those little things that we take for granted, but that are so important.

My Gratitude List for July 3, 2010.

Today I’m Grateful For:

  • My feet and legs, which happily take me everywhere I’d like to go.
  • Cooler temperatures and so far no rain.
  • Time spent with great friends.
  • JJ, for sleeping late this morning, which allowed me to sleep late.
  • My fan, which kept me cool all evening while I slept.

Finally Slept Well

Filed under: Life — gardener @ 3:16 am

Marcel worked all night last night, and I don’t even remember him coming home this morning. I usually hear him, and sometimes even have a conversation with him, but not this morning. I haven’t been sleeping well lately and I guess last night it finally caught up with me. The medication that I’m taking the the cramps I’ve been having obviously acted like sleeping pills last night. I woke up once and then went back to sleep 2 1/2 more hours before JJ woke me wanting to go out. I definitely needed it. I feel more rested today and that is something I’m grateful for.

The Heat Makes it Easy

Filed under: Health/ Fitness — gardener @ 3:11 am

I was thinking this morning about getting on the scales but ultimately decided not to. I can tell I’ve lost weight, and the one thing about the ‘heat wave’ we’ve been having is that I would consider it one of the best weight loss products out there. I tend to eat much less when it’s warm, plus I drink more and tend to avoid the hot foods. Who knows, maybe I will step on those scales sometime this weekend just to see what they say.

Celebrating the 4th.

Filed under: Holidays,Life — gardener @ 3:08 am

We have friends coming over today for a BBQ and I’ve been trying to get everything prepared for their visit. I’m happy to say that aside from carmelizing the walnuts to put in the cucumber apple salad, the food is prepared and everything is ready to go. I just hope the rains hold off so that we can sit outside when we eat, and maybe even see a few blue skies so that I can get some pictures of my friend Carrie. She’s very photogenic and I thought it would be fun to take some pictures of her, and she was sweet enough to agree.

My cramps have been horrible, so I’m having to take medication to keep the pain at bay, but at least I don’t have to suffer completeley. Right now, I need to finish breakfast and get a few other things done before they arrive.

If you are celebrating Independence Day this weekend, please be safe.

July 2, 2010

Information Junkie

Filed under: Health/ Fitness — gardener @ 4:41 am

Most people who are aware of the journey I’ve been on for the past couple of years to become healthier and thinner also know that I’ve read countless information about better health, but also about various products that are on the market today. I’ve read 7-dfbx reviews, along with information about fat burning tablets and countless other information. I have chosen not to try any of them, but instead have followed the process the good, old fashioned way by diet and exercise. It’s working for me and I can’t say anything more than that.

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