Doing nothing

Friday, March 11, 2011

Doing nothing is not acceptable to me on my weight loss journey. Even tho I'm fluctuating between 1 to 2 lbs per week or maintaining I will continue to eat healthy and exercise. My well being is determined by these two things as well as others to keep my mind, body, and spirit in good shape.
I will be happy to get to blog on the weekends as my computer is now at the warehouse and I can pick it up this afternoon. My internet won't be ready until the 17th so I must be patient for another week.
Sparkers, have a good weekend.

  

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DONNACFIT 3/12/2011 11:34PM

Every positive step is a step toward a healthy life!! Great job..have a great weekend Report Inappropriate Comment

DONNABRIGHT 3/11/2011 5:10PM

Enjoy your weekend! Report Inappropriate Comment

SKINNYPOWELL1 3/11/2011 12:09PM

Enjoy your weekend. Good job in "doing sonmething", it's an every day way of living. Report Inappropriate Comment

TAZZ46 3/11/2011 12:06PM

JUST STOPPED IN TO SAY HELLO & WISHING YOU A BLESSED WEEKEND HUGGS VICKIE Report Inappropriate Comment

Inches

Thursday, March 10, 2011

I've lost 1 inch off my waist, 2 off my hips. It's taken me from August until now but at least it's a loss.
On another note, Bh's plans have changed for the weekend. He had planned to backpack all weekend but due to the weather, he's not. But we do have a hike planned for Sunday. I plan to walk with my walking buddy Saturday too, so the movement should be good.
Finally, at last, I ordered a laptop. So now I can Spark on the weekends too! I now feel like a technology guru. I know I have lots of learn about what all I can do with it but the first step is usually the most important. I can connect with old friends and family, a big plus.
Will make an appointment with my hair stylist for a new cut, color and highlights. That will be an upper also. Lots of things going on, hope I can keep up.

  

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DONNACFIT 3/10/2011 9:55PM

You're doing great!! Glad to hear you're getting a lap top :) I love mine!! Enjoy your new hair style..I bought a box of dye that comes with separate high lights so can't wait to try it!! Thanks for stopping by my blogs for calf up dates :) Keep on Sparkin' Report Inappropriate Comment

IRENEHUD 3/10/2011 8:38AM

What wonderful news losing inches. That is what I am working on now. I want to lose two inches on my stomach by my birthday in July. It will probably be closer to 1 but I figure I'll shoot for two. A new hairdo is always a pick me up. I hope you'll post pics. Report Inappropriate Comment

SKINNYPOWELL1 3/10/2011 7:43AM

Change is good. New laptop, new hair do and bye bye inches. I'd say you are having a day. Report Inappropriate Comment

Rainy weather, ruffled feathers

Wednesday, March 09, 2011

Rainy weather ruffles my feathers. Being a Spring and Summer person makes it hard when the weather is cold and rainy. I am aware we need the rain, a day or two is good, but continual rain gets me down. I think I will go shopping at lunch today as I've worked out Monday and Tuesday and need a break. I'm also going to have something hot for lunch, maybe a Weight Watchers Smart Ones, Three Cheese Ziti, my favorite. That should help me perk up. I know you shouldn't use food as a picker-upper for your mood, but that Ziti is a good meal. Had Weight Watchers weigh in and had lost .4 so that's an upper. How many Sparkers get down due to the weather? Have a good day.

  

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DONNABRIGHT 3/9/2011 5:51PM

Weather does not ususally affect me one way or the other. Report Inappropriate Comment

SKINNYPOWELL1 3/9/2011 3:39PM

Weather is definitely dragging me down and slowing me down, too crappy outside for a run, bring on the warm weather and sunshine. Report Inappropriate Comment

GRACIELA_ELENA 3/9/2011 3:11PM

Im with you, but being a 'Zonie you cant expect anything else. No rain here in a long time and have to say I miss it. We are in for some hot weather this week...in the 80s and think this is too soon, but with what others are having I guess I shouldnt complain. Sending you some sunshine! Report Inappropriate Comment

Have you heard of Paula Deen's

Tuesday, March 08, 2011

Harrah's Cherokee Casino in Cherokee, NC opened a new hotel recently and added a Paula Deen's Restaurant. My daughter, who works at Harrah's took me and a friend to the restaurant yesterday. It was good. Had fried chicken, mashed potatoes and gravy, collard greens, cheese biscuit (just 1) and cheese cake and fried oreo's. Just 1 fried oreo and a bite of cheesecake. We shared the dessert. So, I didn't deprive myself. Feeling positive today and will weigh in in the morning for Weight Watchers. No matter what the scale says, I feel good about myself and will keep the positive attitude. So have a good day and Keep Sparking.

  

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IRENEHUD 3/8/2011 8:40PM

Sounds like you had a yummy time! I weigh in tomorrow too. Report Inappropriate Comment

HAPPYONE331 3/8/2011 6:56PM

I live in Ga just a few miles away from where Paula started out. (Everyone's got some claim to fame!) Report Inappropriate Comment

GOOZLEBEAR 3/8/2011 6:06PM

I didn't know she had a restaurant anywhere but Savannah, Ga. Of course, I haven't been there either. Your dinner sounds awesome and I'm glad you didn't deprive yourself!!! I also have some of her cookware and love it. Never tried a fried oreo but can't imagine it not being good! Hope you have a good weigh in at WW, I go tomorrow also!! Sandi Report Inappropriate Comment

KARRYB1 3/8/2011 3:53PM

I love to watch Paula Deen on the food network. I have never been to her restaurant, but have heard great things about it . Report Inappropriate Comment

SKINNYPOWELL1 3/8/2011 2:11PM

Paula Dean has some great recipes too, also has some lovely cookware available. I'm curious, how was the fried oreo? I saw them at a county fair, but didn't have the calories to try it. P.S. Good job on sharing the dessert Comment edited on: 3/8/2011 2:12:46 PM Report Inappropriate Comment

REZZER 3/8/2011 2:09PM

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N0t doing the negative thing today.

Friday, March 04, 2011

So, I've been a little negative recently but I'm trying hard to get back on the positive track for the weekend and next week. 6 days to go for Weight Watchers weigh in. 6 days, I can lose in that amount of time. Will double my efforts. I have slacked up a bit on the water drinking so I will make an honest effort to drink my 8. Another thing I will try to do is eat lots, and lots, of fruit and veggies. Just the standard things I need to do to lose. I usually get plenty of exercise so I won't have to make a big effort to increase that. How are you doing on your journey. Hope you are doing well. . Here's wishing you a great weekend.

  

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SMILINDI 3/4/2011 10:09PM

Good for you~ positively fresh. Happy thoughts. Fresh fruits and veggies. Ahhhhh....fresh water. We shouldn't talk about how I am doing. Have the water drinking down pat and then SOME, SOME, SOME, MORE! HA! As for the eating, well fresh oranges, apples, and eggs, are about it. When the funds aren't there, the shopping doesn't happen. When I do shop it is with my daughter in mind, as most of her foods must come from a Health food store. She gets the Meat & Potatoes(so to speak), and my hubby & I~ just consume enough to exist. That wasn't the case at all prior to my fall; however I was the sole grocery provider, and always had been. 1 pay check truly wont cover all, yet it is too much to qualify for assistance. Craziness. Rooting for you my dear!!!! Smiling in my heart~I am proud of you, truly I am. Report Inappropriate Comment

DONNACFIT 3/4/2011 2:00PM

Great blog..cheers to positive thinking..raise your glass of water with me for a toast :) Have you checked out the spark article..31 days to better nutrition? I love those calendar down loads Have a great weekend!! cheers Report Inappropriate Comment

LORES777 3/4/2011 12:53PM

I drink water on a schedule! You know how if you water your plants too much at one time all the excess water comes out? And if you don't do it enough the poor thing starts to wilt! Just like I water my plants I water myself! Here's my schedule 6am: 8oz with First Breakfast 8am: 12oz with Second Breakfast 10am: 12oz with Snack 12pm: 12oz with Lunch 2:pm: 12oz with Snack 4pm: 12 oz with Snack By the end of my workday I'm already at my minimum! Anything more I drink is above and beyond :) Report Inappropriate Comment

GOLIGHTLY344 3/4/2011 11:32AM

Good Luck ! Hope your weekend is great! Report Inappropriate Comment