This Is Dedicated to My Mom

Thursday, January 07, 2010

My Mom died last June. The past 6 months have been very hard. I managed to continue to lose weight until about mid-October at which time I stopped food tracking. Big Mistake!!!!Big!!! I have managed to regain all of the pounds I lost since my Mom died. I know she is not happy about this. I have resumed food tracking, and I'm dedicating the remainder of my weight loss journey to my Mom, Wanda Martin! One of the best ladies in God's Kingdom!

Good news is I still lost 40 pounds in 2009!

  

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VICIOUS421 1/17/2010 9:41PM

I am sorry about your loss. I gained a lot of weight when my dad and step dad passed away. Food becomes a friend and a comfort to us though we know it shouldn't. I started Sparks awhile after my step dad passed and lost 30 pounds last year. A new year and a new beginning so I am striving to lose 5 pounds a month. That will be 60 pounds in 1 year and put me below 200 for the first time in a very long time! I hope I can do this though this first month I am disappointed in myself so far. I know that we can do this! Report Inappropriate Comment

BIGT_56 1/17/2010 8:03PM

When we lose our moms, we lose our biggest fan. They love us big and they love us small, they love us unconditionally! I am sure your mom is looking down from heaven, smiling, and saying well done on the 40 lbs. gone. Terrie Report Inappropriate Comment

DONNAORLENE 1/7/2010 6:48PM

Don't be so hard on yourself! Your Mom may not be happy about it, but I know she's still your biggest fan and she's up there rooting you on to continue your journey! And your Mom knows you will be successful because your strength comes from the same place hers does. I'll be out here rooting for you too and you know that I keep you in my prayers. So hang in there and be good to yourself. And remember "This too shall pass." Take care. Your sister in Christ, Donna "..to give them beauty for ashes, the oil of joy for mourning,the garment of praise for the spirit of heaviness, that they might be called trees of righteousness, the planting of the Lord, that He might be glorified.: Isaiah 61:3 Report Inappropriate Comment

JOSI1959 1/7/2010 4:13PM

I'm sorry about the loss of your mom, I believe times like this we turn to food for comfort. You managed to take the weight off before and you can do it again! Hang in there. Report Inappropriate Comment

Sabotage!

Sunday, December 27, 2009

Every Christmas my DH loves to buy the stocking stuffers. Every year I tell him, "Don't get me anything with sugar in it!" Every year he comes home with Baby Ruths, Butterfingers, Little Debbie Oatmeal Cakes, etc, etc. This year he also put some packets of instant oatmeal in my stocking. Perhaps he was seeking redemption for his aforementioned sins. So now I am facing down the sugary treats that I know are poison for me! Thanks a lot, DH! I guess I will just pitch a few of them in the garbage can daily until they are gone. He will think I ate them. I will feel better for not having eaten them! Shhhhh, don't tell!!!!!

  

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DONNAORLENE 12/28/2009 12:18AM

Sounds like a plan to me! I don't know about you, but it's going to be tough enough getting back on track as it is without bad goodies lying around! But at least he's thinking of you and of course you can always eat the oatmeal and be thankful! LOL! Take care of yourself and have a Happy New Year! Donna Report Inappropriate Comment

Adios, Obesity

Tuesday, September 08, 2009

I am celebrating! I have bid farewell to my nemesis, obesity! As of Labor Day, my BMI is under 30.0! What a wonderful feeling to have that label removed from my self talk. I am still overweight, yes. 30 more lbs and I will be able to shed that label as well! Raise your glass of water and let's toast! Adios, obesity!

  

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JOSI1959 9/10/2009 10:14AM

Congratulations! I proud of you and you give me so much hope that one day I may follow your lead! Report Inappropriate Comment

NEXTYEAR 9/9/2009 10:23PM

Here's to you for reaching a goal! Here's to the next 30! Report Inappropriate Comment

MERMAID1983 9/9/2009 6:43PM

That's a great thing to celebrate!!! What an accomplishment. Keep it up, we all can shed those nasty labels once & for all! Report Inappropriate Comment

DONNAORLENE 9/8/2009 10:47PM

Here's to you!! I'm raising my glass and toasting you!!! Way to go!! Good for you!! And here's another toast....To your future and your success!! I know how good you must feel because I know it's been a lot of hard work and you definitely deserve to celebrate! So go for it and do something wonderful!! Congrats!! Donna Report Inappropriate Comment

CRANBYRRE 9/8/2009 7:00PM

YAY!!! You made it out of obesity, good for you!! That is my first goal, for me it will be 182 lb. (so I need to lose about 10 more lbs to make it). That's just super, I'm proud of you!! Report Inappropriate Comment

FRANMA76 9/8/2009 6:40PM

Congratulations. It's so awesome to not have that word associated with yourself anymore! Report Inappropriate Comment

Preparation

Saturday, August 08, 2009

I found this quote on SVELTEGODDESSES' blog. It struck a nerve with me. Just want to share it with anyone who visits my page.

"Don't waste life in doubts and fears; spend yourself on the work before you, well assured that the right performance of this hour's duties will be the best preparation for the hours or ages that follow it."

-Ralph Waldo Emerson

  

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DONNAORLENE 8/9/2009 11:35AM

I always did like Emerson. Thanks for sharing that and the scripture you gave me the last time. Both go along with the devotions I have been doing and I love it when God confirms His Word and His lessons for me! He does that through you a lot because you are so generous and faithful in your efforts to share with me. Thank you so much, you are a faithful friend. I will catch up with you later when I have all of my computer issues resolved. For now, know that I am doing okay and I appreciate your prayers and thoughts. Hope you have a blessed day and a beautiful week! God bless you my friend! Donna Comment edited on: 8/9/2009 11:36:32 AM Report Inappropriate Comment

OAHARRIS 8/8/2009 11:19AM

Thank you for sharing this quote. Report Inappropriate Comment

Bob is so right....

Tuesday, June 09, 2009

You may not be a Biggest Loser fan. I happen to be. Regardless, what Trainer Bob says in his May 27 blog post is so true.

"Enough of all the excuses. Enough of all the complaining. Enough of all the excess. Enough of not relying on myself. Enough of sabotaging my goals. Enough of not loving and caring about myself. ENOUGH!!!"

http://www.mytrainerbob.com/blog/post/bo
bharper/34/may-27-2009