Quickie

Just wanted to share that I am still doing really well with my weight loss program. I went in to get weighed today and was down another 2 lbs, which is 9.? lbs in total. I am ecstatic, but am starting to crave anything other than vegetables. Maybe I just need a change of veggies.
I have been watching the biggest loser Australia. This has helped keep me motivated to keep going. It has inspired me to try and fit more exercise into my day.
Until next time,
Cindy

Take Off!

Well I am still doing well on my diet program. I have lost another 1.8lbs since Saturday. I was happy to get weighted this morning just because I knew I did well. I had a few obstacles this week. On Saturday I was upset because I hadn't lost any weight. I also was having a rough day at work. On Saturday night Mom and I headed into Winnipeg to go to Sandi's wedding reception. I was late from work, which meant I didn't have much time to prepare what I would eat that evening. Luckily, mom was on top of things and made me something to eat for the ride to Winnipeg. Although I missed a fruit for that day, I did well. We stayed over in Winnipeg and I ended up eating a big breakfast in the morning. On the way home we decided that we would celebrate Bobbi's birthday that night. Happy Birthday sis! So Since I had eaten a big breakfast I was limited to what I could eat the rest of the day, and Bobbi was bring over sushi. But I tried my best to plan it out so that I could eat, and even have desert. I think I went over a bit on my carbohydrates, but otherwise I nailed it. I only ate 5 sushi rolls! After supper I had some low fat frozen yogurt with cut up fruit on a waffle as my desert. Then Bobbi, Nick, London, Mom and I went Geo caching. It is like treasure hunting with your GPS. It was fun, and we walked so we got some good exercise.
Monday went well, I ate everything I was allowed. Now for the next two days I drink juice, eat protein and green veggies only. I am finding the days that I am not organized are the days I am wanting to eat badly. If I plan my menu the night before then I can look forward to eating it. Plus then I will take out any frozen meat or even precook something so that it is easier to just go in the morning. I sometimes get annoyed that I have to spend so much time in the kitchen. But I know it will be worth it.
So the rest of my week should be busy so I am not sure when I will get back on here. I am headed to Calgary for the first weekend in October. I am of course nervous about my eating, and about working the hair show. I feel a bit overwhelmed about the whole thing. But I know if I am prepared I will do my best.
Until next time,
Cindy

Not a great day.

Today was not a great day. I started out alright, but then I fell off the weight loss wagon. I met up with a friend in the afternoon and we did some shopping. We then decided to go for a drink and she hadn't eaten lunch. Of course we went to one of my favorite places and I ended up having a beer and clamato with spinach dip. I was so disappointed in myself I have only been eating cucumbers and celery the rest of the day. I have also been trying to drink some extra water. I hope this will not ruin all my hard work. I have even gotten prepared for tomorrows meals so that it won't happen again.
As far as how I feel and how my clothes fit, there is no change. Which I am not really expecting yet anyway. I know I need to get a bit more active since I am having neck and shoulder pain. This usually occurs when I haven't done enough stretching and exercising in a day. This morning I was in pain so I went for a little walk and did some stretching. It didn't seem to help much, so I had to take something to dull the pain. Tonight I have a headache from my sore neck. I iced it and then took a nice hot shower, so hopefully I will be feeling better tomorrow. The rest of the evening I have been trying to help mom out. She went on a trail ride this weekend and got bucked off her horse. She said he was fine the whole time, and then suddenly bucked. She thinks he was stung by a hornet. She has spent most of the evening in bed icing her back and her behind. Once the swelling goes down I think she will be fine, but hopefully it happens soon. She said she is also starting to get stiff from the jolt of the fall. Unfortunately there is nothing more I can do for her.
Until next time,
Cindy

Update

Well, so far so good. I have lost 3.6 lbs in the last 5 days. I don't think it is a huge acomplishment but I am not being discouraged. I struggle with eating what I am supposed to but I am trying my best. I sometimes feel like I couldn't possibly eat anymore and other times I feel so hungry and unsatisfied. I also find I want bigger portions, mostly of just veggies. But all in all I am doing well. I know when I started eating out I will have some more difficulties. I am hoping I can have that worked out before I go to Calgary for the hair show.
I know this is a short update, but it is all I have for ya.
Until next time,
Cindy

Embarrassing Post

Today I joined a weight loss program. This will be the third time I have joined a program and hopefully the last time. I am a bit nervous about the whole situation. It is expensive and it will take time. I know, I know the weight did not come on over night so it will not come off over night. I just hope this time it actually works. I have committed myself to a whole year, which means next year at this time I should be my ideal size for my height. Now the part that I find embarrassing is that I feel like I can't control myself. I am embarrassed that I need help with something that millions of people don't have a problem with at all. The reason I am asking for help is because I want my 30's to be fantastic. I am really looking forward to turning 30 and want to look and feel great. I also want to be healthier. I have felt that my weight is effecting not only my mental health, but also my physical health. I still do almost anything I want, but I don't want to feel nervous about doing anything either. I want to be able to go for a hike and not worry that I won't be able to keep up. I also want to try new things, and hope I can do them all. I have also noticed that my skin is not as healthy either, and I want that to change of course. I am obviously filling my body with the wrong type of foods which is making everything look bad.

So I am now thinking I will be blogging about how my weight loss journey is going. I hope to have nothing but positive news to share with you in the future.
Until next time,
Cindy

Sorry it took so long.

Hi Everyone,
Sorry it has taken me so long to update my blog lately. I have been very busy with work and life. What's happening? Well I am working Monday, Tuesdays, Wednesdays and every other Saturday. On my days off I am doing work with Nioxin. I really enjoy doing both.
Last weekend I flew to Halifax for my friend Staci's wedding. I arrived there on Thursday evening and come back home on Sunday night. I had a great time, and it was nice to catch up with Staci and Kendall. The wedding was very fun, I just wish the weather would have been nicer on Saturday. I also wish I could have stayed a bit longer.
So this week I am back to work, as usual. I am looking forward to the weekend because I don't have any big plans. I guess I am needing some time off to relax. I have been fighting off a head cold for a couple weeks. I guess that is my body's way of telling me to slow down, or take better care of myself.
Until next time,
Cindy