Vegetables and Exercise-Drat!

Well, things have started out well with my weight loss program. The protein shakes are pretty tasty and I have been able to stick to the plan pretty well but the vegetables are not making my stomach happy. I'm sure it's wondering what I am doing to it since it's used to steaks, ice cream, burgers, bread, etc. Hopefully things will settle down soon! I am pretty tired but should start feeling more energy as time goes on. I will return for my second B vitamin injection tomorrow-hopefully, that will give me a boost! I haven't exercised yet but plan to swim as soon as the afternoon storms go away. When I can't swim I should go to the workout room at the clubhouse but I haven't made it there yet. Exercise is really going to be my biggest challenge but I know it is a vital part of the program-for weight loss, energy, stress relief, etc. I am going to have to PUSH myself in this area. I am a little apprehensive about this weekend as at least at work, I am busy all the time and have an easier time keeping my mind off food. Angel and I are going to buy school uniforms this Saturday and I do plan to exercise in some way or another, but there is nothing much else going on. I'm going to have to plan more things to do for weekends. Maybe a project. Any ideas??

Get Ready, Get Set, Go

My meeting with Dr. Slott and Advanced Medical Weight Management Center staff went very well today! I am so excited to start the program tomorrow but am a little apprehensive about my ability to exsist for the next two weeks on protein shakes, vegetables and 7 oz of meat per day. Of course, I can do it. I'm just so used to eating anything I want, which, as we all know, has gotten me to where I am. After 2 weeks, I will get to add some things-not sure what yet. Munching at night is my biggest obstacle to overcome. Well, that, in addition to making myself exercise daily. That won't be as difficult while to pool is open but when it closes I will have to go to the work out room whether I like it or not. I am determined to do this and I have every confidence that this is the program for me. I need the structure and the accountability of going to the doctor's office every two weeks. The plan is so sensible and as Dr. Slott said, I just have to make myself do it. There are some foods I will not be able to eat and I just have to accept that. It will certainly be worth it in the long run. When I reach my goal I plan to take a trip to London. It has always been a dream of mine and I am going to MAKE IT HAPPEN!!

My Journey

Next Tuesday I will be embarking on my new journey to weight loss and healthy living. I will be seeing Dr. Rick Slott (www.DrSlott.com) next Monday and will start the program the next day. Needless to say I am both excited and nervous. I have been on so many diets. I've had some short lived successes but mostly just gave up and went back to my old eating habits. This time around I am looking to make permanent life style changes. I know it will be difficult but I am determined to do this. For myself but also for my family. I was concerned about letting the word out about this due to my past failures but I realized that I need the support of family and friends and that blogging about it will be therapeutic (and it may provide some accountablity also). Tomorrow I celebrate my 45th birthday. I hope to make this next year my healthiest and happiest yet!!

My Angel Returns

Angel returned home yesterday from her missions trip to Arizona. The youth group from our church spent 12 days in AZ site seeing and ministering at a bilingual (English/Spanish) church in Phoenix. The group gave a report last night at the evening service-it was awesome to see how God worked in the teens lives and how they touched the people they were working with. The video Micah put together was both inspiring and a hoot! Thank goodness I had tissues with me!

Angel was very happy to sink into her own bed last night after sleeping in sleeping bag on the floor for the last week. She slept over 12 hours!! John and I are so happy to have our little red headed girl back home!! She leaves in 2 weeks for camp. We will miss her but am glad she is getting to have all these fun and life changing experiences.

Books

I am reading a fantastic biography of King Edward VII. Poor Bertie. Could never please his mother but the ladies loved him. Although he had numerous affairs with many of the lovely ladies of the day his wife, Queen Alexandra, stayed devoted to him until the end. She even allowed his last and most loved mistress, Mrs. Keppel, to come to his bedside as he lay dying.

Waiting in the wings are 2 other books, "Sex with Kings" and "Sex with Queens". Neither are as racy as the title sounds. They focus on the mistresses and lovers of various Kings and Queens. Very interesting reading. I also have a biography of Queen Marie of Romania waiting to be read. Why she doesn't get more attention is beyond me. She was an incredible woman!

One of my new favorite web site is Edwardian Promenade (www.EdwardianPromenade.com). Check it out!!

New Beginnings

I am getting ready to start a new adventure and plan to use this blog to share my thoughts, ideas and progress. Come along for the ride!!