Day 6

Monday, October 06, 2008

I decided to get on that scale--I was going to add the adjective dreaded, but remember I said only positive words here!!!!! Forget that word. Anyway, was very happy when I saw a 2# loss!!!!! I am on my way, and you can be too!! I did make something chocolate over the weekend, but the low fat brownies I made were from a box--and instead of the oil and eggs, I substituted fat free sour cream and egg whites--2 egg whites to one egg. They are so good and I ate one very slowly!!!!! Thank you all for your wonderful comments on my blog. For some reason, I am not getting notification of any emails and today I got Spark mail and it came up on the subject line--(no subject)........and there was nothing there........must be a glitch somewhere--it is enough to make me grab something sinful, but then again, I really do NOT have anything junky to grab, so I will see what happens, and yes, I did email them twice, and I see other people are having the same problems. Peaks and valleys--as in weight loss. I am at a peak right now and very happy about it!! I came across this quote:

Attitude determines altitude!!!! (unknown)

I hope you all choose well today--remember visualize a new you. WE CAN DO IT!!!!

  

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EMMASMART 10/8/2008 2:09PM

Those brownies sound so rational.. I'm glad you had a good day.. Emma Report Inappropriate Comment

SQUIRTZIE 10/6/2008 8:15PM

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GEORGIA1236 10/6/2008 7:40PM

Congratulations - 2# is 2# gone forever! Good for you. We use a lot of Eggbeaters as substitutes in recipes and I find most of the time people don't notice the difference. I've also used sugar free applesauce in the place of the oil. I'm not one for brownies, but I applaud method of eating it For me, it would be like slowly ingesting one of those lemon tarts ... hmmm. LOL Report Inappropriate Comment

MARTY19 10/6/2008 6:56PM

I'm looking forward to seeing a new icon very soon. Marty Report Inappropriate Comment

DEBBIEANNE1124 10/6/2008 3:23PM

You are so right. I lost one pound in all of September. But i only allow myself a small chocolate to learn control. If there is a whole pan of brownies I will eat the whole pan of brownies so it's not permitted in my home. this way I do well. You are only normal, hon. Did you save me some? huh? Huh? LOL I'm kidding. Hugs Debbie Report Inappropriate Comment

MEESHAWONURRIES 10/6/2008 1:56PM

Great attitude, congrats on that loss Report Inappropriate Comment

KAROUSELL46 10/6/2008 12:13PM

on the loss. Thats awesome. I like your attitude. I think mine needs some adjustment. You're on your way!! Report Inappropriate Comment

NANADA1947 10/6/2008 11:26AM

barb, congrats on the 2 lbs you got rid of..i like to say "got rid of" instead of "lost" when it comes to weight, because when we lose something, we tend to look around trying to find it again...and, no one wants to "find" excess weight once it's gotten rid of! as for the spark e-mails, something is most certainly wrong..i, and some of the sparkers i'm in constant contact with, have been receiving them only sporadically.....theresa. Comment edited on: 10/6/2008 11:23:41 AM Report Inappropriate Comment

Day 5

Sunday, October 05, 2008

WOW--Sunday already!!!!

I was lector at mass last night; one did not show up, so I needed to be the reader for the 2nd reading. It really SPOKE to me, and I hope it does to you as well. It is not too long. It is from Philippians 4:6-9.

Have no anxiety at all, but in everything, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, make your requests known to God. Then the peace of God that surpasses all understanding will guard yourhearts and minds in Christ Jesus. Whatever is true, whatever is honorable, whatever is just, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is gracious, if there is any excellence and if there is anything worthy of praise, think about these things. Keep on doing what you have learned and received and heard and seen in me. Then the God of peace will be with you.

I just had to share that with you and hope it touches some of you. We all can be healthy and look ahead to how you want to look and feel--even a month from now. Where do you want to be??

I wish you all a healthy day. I am CHOOSING to be! It is our choice.

  

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HEILAS 10/6/2008 7:51AM

Wow Barbara, That is a beautiful scripture. This takes me back to 16th of November 2006 when my beloved husband was diagnosed with colon cancer stage IV with mets to the liver, lungs and the lymphs. After the initial shock we were blessed with a peace that was beyond all human understanding and this remained with us until his passing on the 17th May 2007. God Bless You. Report Inappropriate Comment

TKT123 10/5/2008 6:26PM

I truly believe that God puts us where he wants us to be..someone didn't show up and you stood in for that person, God had something he wanted to tell you..thanks for sharing it with us, because He wanted us to hear the message too. Report Inappropriate Comment

KYANN402 10/5/2008 4:13PM

Thank you for posting the passage. It's one of my favorites. It strikes me that it is a wonderful response to negative thinking, especially the verse that says, "Whatever is true, whatever is honorable, whatever is just, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is gracious, if there is any excellence and if there is anything worthy of praise, think about these things." How can we have negative thoughts when we think about what is worthy of praise? Thank you again. Report Inappropriate Comment

MARTY19 10/5/2008 1:57PM

I have finally learned there are situations where I have to "Let go and let God". You blog says it in a different way. Thanks. Marty Report Inappropriate Comment

DEBBIEANNE1124 10/5/2008 12:05PM

I hope you enjoyed your dinner out last night, hon! Report Inappropriate Comment

NANADA1947 10/5/2008 10:55AM

thank you for sharing this passage..i talk to GOD in prayer daily..i know that when i pray, i feel better..i know that when i'm "too busy" to pray, i start to get depressed..prayer comforts my soul and helps me to know that i'm never alone..HE is always with me. Report Inappropriate Comment

Day 4

Saturday, October 04, 2008

WOW--is this possible--day four and not going crazy yet???? Usually by now, I have succumbed and grabbed something totally out of my plan, but that's right, I really do not have anything in the house that is "junky"!!! SO that is good!!!! Really, though, I have these wonderful crisp, tart apples--MI apples--they are so good with a smidge of peanut butter. I bought pears, love those, carrots, tomatoes, and I am already feeling better as far as the energy levels go. Junk brings you down--I am done with that.

We are going out for dinner after mass tonight, but I will NOT let that deter me into eating right. I am focuses--I see that #25 in front of me and have post its around the house with motivating little sayings and hung up the dress my daughter gave to me that is too big for her, and it is a pretty evening dress!!!

Here is my positive thought for today on my stand up devotional:

To every disadvantage there is a corresponding advantage. W. Clement Stone

I wishing you all to make healthy choices this weekend--think of how you want to look and FEEL a month, two months from now!!! WE CAN DO IT!!!

  

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TKT123 10/5/2008 7:52AM

Your right, we can do this...keep up the good work...I wish I was as tall as you are....hugs, Trudy Report Inappropriate Comment

EMMASMART 10/4/2008 5:26PM

You will be eating healthier for the rest of your life, how bout focusing on how much better you feel today from when you started. Or last week. It's easier to relate to for me. Emma Report Inappropriate Comment

DEBBIEANNE1124 10/4/2008 3:21PM

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SQUIRTZIE 10/4/2008 1:07PM

I definitely felt better when I was eating fresh fruits and veggies. I bought a bunch again when I was in town. The veggies I buy from the local growers are so much better than store bought. What a great blog you posted. WE CAN DO THIS!!!! Report Inappropriate Comment

MARTY19 10/4/2008 12:15PM

You have such a great attitude. You will be successful. I have no doubt. If you are going out for dinner check out this website. It has a lot of restaurants and lists the nutritional values on the entries. www.dwlz.com/restaurant s Marty Comment edited on: 10/4/2008 12:15:22 PM Report Inappropriate Comment

KAROUSELL46 10/4/2008 11:03AM

You are awesome, So positive. You will defiantly reach goal. Have great day. Report Inappropriate Comment

Day 3

Friday, October 03, 2008

OK, it is only 8:10, and I have the whole day--to be good to me!!!! Thought I was going say something negative huh, like "mess up"!!! I am so done with messing up!!!!! OK, enough negativity!! There was a meeting at my church last night, and there were these cute little Halloween cookies and those cute little pumpkin candies, and I walked right past them and got my decaf coffee!!!! I felt so empowered.

Doggone this back. I am having a treatment this morning; my chiro. assured me, if he could not "fix" me, he would refer me to a neurologist, so for now I am trusting him.

I found this quote from Fred Rogers, you know, Mr. Roger's in the neighborhood. Here it is:

What really matters is not just winning, but helping other pople to win too!

I liked that--isn't that what Spark is all about--helping each other! I know all of you who comment on my blog is really helping me to be centered, and I appreciate all your words of encouragement! Have a blessed day!!

  

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GRANDMAAMIE 10/4/2008 8:34AM

GREAT QUOTE AMIE Report Inappropriate Comment

EMMASMART 10/4/2008 1:48AM

Good job.. Hang in there! Support is the way! Emma Report Inappropriate Comment

TKT123 10/3/2008 8:58PM

You go girl...what power you have to walk past all those goodies, I am proud of you. We will do this...all of us...together...with each others support...hugs, Trudy Report Inappropriate Comment

MARTY19 10/3/2008 4:52PM

I love that quote. I know this is the basis for Sprak People. It's no fun to win and be alone. I want a crowd. Marty Report Inappropriate Comment

DEBBIEANNE1124 10/3/2008 1:29PM

Way to go! And you've helped me, too! Report Inappropriate Comment

KAROUSELL46 10/3/2008 11:28AM

YOU GO GIRL!! Report Inappropriate Comment

COOLMAMA11 10/3/2008 9:53AM

Isn't it wonderful to have control over the food instead of it controlling you!! I always feel so great when I put in a good day of healthy eating,I am begining to feel the affects of a healthy lifestyle and that's what keeps me going. Keep up the good work, your doing great! Report Inappropriate Comment

Day 2!!!

Thursday, October 02, 2008

I slept pretty late this morning--8:30--guess I needed that! I probably slept so well cuz I wasn't stuffed!!! With my cut off time of 8:00 (and I was not hungry) that probably helped when I went to bed at 10PM!! I feel good and I am exiced--going to try to do some extra exercise today--just wished my back was not out of whack and will see my chir. tomorrow--visit #8. I do feel he is making a difference! I love this quote from my daily stand up devotional:

Lord, all of life is this way----a series of
choices: good or bad, right or wrong, healthy
or harmful........Lord I ask for discernment to
make the right choices and determination to
do what I have identified as the best for me.
I will need your help, Lord!!!!!

Make the right choice today too!!!!!!!!

  

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MOMMA_BEAR_69 10/2/2008 10:25PM

Glad your chiropractor is helping...I do so love mine!!! I also don't sleep well after eating much...too uncomfortable. Just do what you can and leave the rest til later...even if you have to do just a little at a time, it all adds up. I have also added you to my prayer list. God bless you. Hugs, Helen Report Inappropriate Comment

DEBBIEANNE1124 10/2/2008 9:41PM

I hope it makes a "Big" difference, hon. That is wonderful! nice quotation, too! Debbie Report Inappropriate Comment

PONSELLE 10/2/2008 9:27PM

Glad the chiro is helping, and it's good to get a good night's sleep, sleep is healing. Hope your back is better soon. Report Inappropriate Comment

MARTY19 10/2/2008 6:48PM

Great quote. I like it. Marty Comment edited on: 10/2/2008 6:45:41 PM Report Inappropriate Comment

SQUIRTZIE 10/2/2008 6:14PM

It feels so good to make the right choices. Report Inappropriate Comment

3TWINS 10/2/2008 12:56PM

Thanks for coming to my Spark page to visit. You are great! The reason you will be successful is because you are starting again. No giving up for us! God bless you with patience and perseverance. Reva Report Inappropriate Comment

SOUTHERNYANKEE 10/2/2008 10:31AM

You can DO it! Report Inappropriate Comment

EMMASMART 10/2/2008 10:09AM

I'm so glad you managed all those good choices. That's awesome. Emma Report Inappropriate Comment