As was looking over my previous posts about getting healthy, I felt my self getting a little frustrated, but then I reminded myself that all journeys sometimes have detours. It also gives me a little insight into changes I need to make so that when life throws a curve ball, this healthy way of being is not temporary, not a diet, but a way of life and isn't something life can derail. ( This is literally the ONLY current picture I have... Ill take some!)
Don't ask me what I am holding lol! That was the Theater Mascot?
This isn't my first rodeo. I was a skinny kid who was active, ate well, and never had to worry about food. I found all that changed after I had my babies! I have been struggling with being a healthy weight, on and off, for 20 years! I have had many successes! I have tried it all!!! Slim fast, Low Carb, Low Fat, HCG, etc etc etc etc. Through it all the missing component was a.) exercise and b) a lifestyle change and commitment. We eat very healthy! I am an organic food nut who loves a candy bar and Dr. P on occasion! Talk about a walking contradiction! Food is the way I nurture others, and I have found, in times of stress, it is the way I nurture myself, but nurturing can become healthy when the pounds add on!
My heaviest (three years ago). I remember seeing this picture, after it was taken... it spurred me to get healthy!
I was working toward getting healthier here...I am always singing!
Three years ago, I was sick and tired of being fat and tired and in pain. I lost 80 pounds. I loved it. I felt healthy and wonderful. Over the last few years I put a little back on each year, but still felt as if my weight was in control. I still felt strong and healthy, and actually added exercise in on a regular basis. After Seth's accident this summer, things spiraled out of control. I quit taking care of myself, quit exercising and just concentrated on getting through each and every day! I figure if I want to encourage others I have to be open and frank. I have gained 30 pounds since his accident. I made a deal with myself after losing weight last time, that I would not go up above a certain pants size. There I found myself... squeezing into the highest size I will allow myself to go and I had to make a decision. Go shopping for the next size up and break my promise to myself or.... get my behind to work!
After dropping 80 pounds! I felt beautiful!
Those who follow this blog KNOW, this blog is about my WHOLE life. So, I want you to challenge yourself... and walk this path with me. Let us commit to each other to come her and be encouraged... and be accountable! I'll be adding new features each week! A newsletter, guest bloggers who walk the talk, you tube videos, recipes, and anything else we can to encourage and help you along! I have plans to have a section with a password so we can share our thoughts without sharing with the whole world! This will change and expand to be tailored to work for you!
Halloween Fun! I was able to smile and have pics taken!
I will share my first success with you RIGHT NOW! I have been losing a pound a day for the last week! So, how am I doing this? For health reasons, we chose to make our lifestyle change fit what we believe about food. We believe in buying organic, growing our own food, shopping local is healthiest for us and the environment. We believe we save in the long run spending extra on good foods and less on medications and doctors for the health issues which come from toxins in our foods, soils, and bodies! It is a commitment we have made and just want you to know you have to decide what works best for you.
After much research into the symptoms the cowboy was experiencing from the accident and both of our subsequent weight gains, we decided to be a little radical! For our Anniversary, we bought a juicer. We decided to eliminate toxins in our systems as well as put as many nutrients back in our bodies as possible for a few months. Now I cannot go with solely juicing, and I know there are lots of people who have and can. We plan to make juicing a life long habit!
I decided I needed more protein, and since I have eliminated meat, with the exception of occasional fish, my good friend in Montana told me about a healthy shake she has added to her life! I have joined the Body by Vi 90 day challenge. If you wish to find out more about this and join the challenge with me, let me know! They will offer you the same thing they offered me! Those who sign up through my profile allow me to get a month free with every three people who sign up! So, if you decide to go this route please link into my Vi Page HERE! I don't get paid to endorse this and certainly encourage you to find what works for you!
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My idea of a healthy dinner! It doesn't need to be boring! This soup was amazing!! Don't let it fool you! I packed a lot in there!
Vegetable Bisque with Basil with toasted Ezekiel Bread
Ingredients: Almond milk, Fresh tomatoes (blanched, peeled, and blended), carrots (blended) , red and yellow peppers (blended), cayenne, fresh basil, and sea salt.
Ginger Lime Aide
Fresh lime
Slices of Fresh Ginger
A little bit of Stevia
and Water!
Vegetable Bisque with Basil with toasted Ezekiel Bread
Ingredients: Almond milk, Fresh tomatoes (blanched, peeled, and blended), carrots (blended) , red and yellow peppers (blended), cayenne, fresh basil, and sea salt.
Ginger Lime Aide
Fresh lime
Slices of Fresh Ginger
A little bit of Stevia
and Water!
So here are the healthy changes I have made so far!
Vitamins! (Why? Have you done the research about our depleted soils? We just don't get what we need!)
Exercise: Mainly yoga (if for religious reasons you cannot do yoga, just know the stretches are wonderful and you do not have to add the meditation or spiritual side to it! )stretches, treadmill, and one of those sitting bike things! My joints just cannot take all the trauma other exercises cause! I now work out of the home and this is a major challenge! My goal is exercise daily! I haven' reached it yet! I'll let you know when I do!
Juicing: We juice every day and I even take it to work to sip throughout the day! I start off my morning with healthy juice made from organic fruits and veggies! You can see out post about it HERE!
Body By Vi Shakes : (Breakfast and lunch with my juicing!) It gives me this little extra I need to get through my day! I add things to the shake! My favorite is a spoon of sugar and salt free peanut butter (you can use almond butter) and 1/2 banana!
Healthy Dinner: Fresh filling foods. I have eliminated most dairy, wheat, and meat. This works for me. You must decide what works for you! I do eat yogurt, goat cheese, feta, and eggs on occasion I also add one slice of Ezekiel Bread a couple of times a week as a treat!
Weighing and Measuring: I weigh every day but it is recommended that you weigh once a week. I recommend measuring once a month too! This way you can really gauge where things are happening for you!
Journaling: I love to write, and I do the majority of it here... hate to keep a journal? Share your thoughts with us here! Just check in and let me know how you are doing!
Positive Thinking: This is a must. NO down talk.. No negative Self talk. I want you to look in that mirror EVERY MORNING and say "Good Morning Beautiful/Handsome! I am so proud of you!" Yeah... you will so feel dorky at first! hahaha but the idea is to really embrace who you are right now and love you!
No Cheating: I am not allowing myself refined sugars or treats right now. I have no will power as a little bit turns into a whole lot. You have to decide for yourself what cheating is and stick to it! I can tell you the buttery popcorn my daughter just made has me drooling!! I just keep reminding myself to stay focused on my goal! Once I have reached it I can see how I do with treats on occasion.
Vitamins! (Why? Have you done the research about our depleted soils? We just don't get what we need!)
Exercise: Mainly yoga (if for religious reasons you cannot do yoga, just know the stretches are wonderful and you do not have to add the meditation or spiritual side to it! )stretches, treadmill, and one of those sitting bike things! My joints just cannot take all the trauma other exercises cause! I now work out of the home and this is a major challenge! My goal is exercise daily! I haven' reached it yet! I'll let you know when I do!
Juicing: We juice every day and I even take it to work to sip throughout the day! I start off my morning with healthy juice made from organic fruits and veggies! You can see out post about it HERE!
Body By Vi Shakes : (Breakfast and lunch with my juicing!) It gives me this little extra I need to get through my day! I add things to the shake! My favorite is a spoon of sugar and salt free peanut butter (you can use almond butter) and 1/2 banana!
Healthy Dinner: Fresh filling foods. I have eliminated most dairy, wheat, and meat. This works for me. You must decide what works for you! I do eat yogurt, goat cheese, feta, and eggs on occasion I also add one slice of Ezekiel Bread a couple of times a week as a treat!
Weighing and Measuring: I weigh every day but it is recommended that you weigh once a week. I recommend measuring once a month too! This way you can really gauge where things are happening for you!
Journaling: I love to write, and I do the majority of it here... hate to keep a journal? Share your thoughts with us here! Just check in and let me know how you are doing!
Positive Thinking: This is a must. NO down talk.. No negative Self talk. I want you to look in that mirror EVERY MORNING and say "Good Morning Beautiful/Handsome! I am so proud of you!" Yeah... you will so feel dorky at first! hahaha but the idea is to really embrace who you are right now and love you!
No Cheating: I am not allowing myself refined sugars or treats right now. I have no will power as a little bit turns into a whole lot. You have to decide for yourself what cheating is and stick to it! I can tell you the buttery popcorn my daughter just made has me drooling!! I just keep reminding myself to stay focused on my goal! Once I have reached it I can see how I do with treats on occasion.
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