2DANCE4EVER's SparkPeople Blog

Back on the Wagon

Thu, 2 Jun 2011 10:24:31 EST

Well, fell off. Didn't fall to far off, just gain 13 lbs. But still not good. So here I am again, hopefully this time it's a life time change not just a diet.
My incentives:
1. I work with the youth in my church and trying to keep up with the summer activities is going to be a challenge. I know I can't at the weight I'm at.
2. I signed up to be a representative of a company that supports good wholesome foods that starts up in the fall. I need to look like a representat...

March of Rememberance

Sat, 30 Apr 2011 19:28:15 EST

Sunday, May 1 · 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Babi Yar Memorial Park (E Yale Ave. and S Havana St.)

Agenda
...Meet at Babi Yar Memorial Park in Denver.
We will listen to the short narration on the history of Babi Yar.
Everyone will be handed a list of 100 names of Holocaust victims.
6 candles will be lit in remembrance of the 6,000,000 Jews that were murdered.
The names of the victims shall be read simultaneously in honor of their memory and suffering.
There wi...

Recovery Day

Sun, 24 Apr 2011 18:29:13 EST

After 2 full days of loading/unloading, rehearsing, dancing, running around like a chicken with his head cut off, the Passover Seder Celebration is done. Even though we had to change choreography at the last minute due to logistics, it went well. Today is time to veg. Praise the Lord for His covering and His Resurrection.

Community Pesach Seder

Fri, 22 Apr 2011 09:59:44 EST

Tomorrow, Sat Mar. 23rd our congregation will be have a Community Pesach Seder. Please join us online at www.stbm.org/ at 6pm MST. If you want to join us for Shabbat Service, go online at 9am MST.

Our Pesach Celebration includes the Seder as well as live music from Adlan Cruz (international pianist), our Worship Band and John Austin Reed. Songs from John & Nancy Shuffle, the Varda's, and our Praise Team. As well as dances from the STBM Dance Team and a short play f...

Biggest Loser Update

Sun, 6 Mar 2011 15:28:57 EST

Well didn't get a call back so now I have to summit a video for a 2nd chance.

Biggest Loser

Sat, 5 Mar 2011 21:53:04 EST

Today went to the casting call for the Biggest Loser. Just waiting to hear back from them.

Anyone can rise to the challenge

Wed, 26 Jan 2011 15:56:28 EST

Inspiring

www.youtube.com/watch?v=qsZbtlLC9lE

Inside You

Tue, 25 Jan 2011 13:58:22 EST

There is inside you all of the potential to be whatever you want to be all of the energy to do whatever you want to do.

Imagine yourself as you would like to be, doing what you want to do, and each day, take one step towards your dream.

And though at times it may seem too difficult to continue, hold on to your dream.

One morning you will awake to find that you are the person you dreamed of doing what you wanted to do simply because you had the courage to belie...

A Frog Who Persevered

Fri, 21 Jan 2011 17:29:02 EST

A Frog Who Persevered
~ author unknown ~

There were two frogs that had become bored with life in the River Torrens, so they decided to go on an adventure to a neighboring dairy farm.

There they found a bucket of lovely cream, and decided it would be a wonderful experience to wallow in it. They hopped in. The first licked his lips with delight, and the two swam around with momentary joy. But cream is much thicker than water, and soon the frogs tired. It was time to g...

Dancing in the New Year

Fri, 31 Dec 2010 02:20:31 EST

New Years Day, Jonathan Settel www.settel.org/ will be ministering at our church. He sings in English, Hebrew and Spanish. We will be ministering in different dances, of all genres, throughout the service of which I am in. We will also be dancing while Jonathan is performing. Come and enjoy the service at 8am and/or 10am CMT at www.stbm.org/ , click on "Live Online".

Here is when he came in March 2010.
www.youtube.com/watch?v...

Chanukah Day 3

Fri, 3 Dec 2010 23:35:32 EST

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Here is a Chanukah Flashmob on Ben Yehuda Street.

www.youtube.com/watch?v=ULtglogZbR8

If you would like to join me in celebrating tomorrow. Go to www.stbm.org/ and click on Live Online at 10am MST. The Dance Ministry will be dancing then there is a carnival for the children. If you're in the SW Denver area, please stop in and celebrate wit...

Be Thankful

Wed, 24 Nov 2010 14:19:03 EST

Be Thankful
~author unknown~

Be thankful that you don’t already have everything you desire;
if you did, what would there be to look forward to?

Be thankful when you don’t know something;
for it gives you the opportunity to learn.

Be thankful for the difficult times;
during those times you grow.

Be thankful for your limitations;
they give you opportunities for improvement.

Be thankful for each new challenge;
t...

Latke recipe

Sun, 21 Nov 2010 12:01:45 EST

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Got to demonstrate how to make Latkes this Shabbat. Here is the recipe.
www.stbm.org/index.php?option=com_co
ntent&view=article&id=175&Itemid=244

Okay, not the best food while watching your weight but it is only once a year. We use plain greek yogurt (homemade) instead of sour cream.

Dance for Health and Be The Match

Fri, 15 Oct 2010 15:03:12 EST

If you have ready my profile you know one of my son's has been battling Leukemia.

He is almost done with treatment, May 2011. He does not need a bone marrow transplant, but I try to ask people to sign up, just in case. I have been a donor since the mid eighties and have yet to be called.

Here is a PSA about Be The Match
www.youtube.com/watch?v=l0GbwmfvyDo&
feature=channel

Dance to the Music to be the Biggest Loser

Fri, 8 Oct 2010 15:08:23 EST

I have been watching the Biggest Loser and Dancing with the Stars for motivation. I like how BL is now showing that it is more than just exercise. The food and mental changes are now being aired. The biggest thing I liked on the last show was when they played Tennis. I am not a big fan of going to the gym to workout. To me, it is boring, though I do feel great after. I remember I would dance about 3 hrs a day for 6 days a week, when I was taking Ballroom lessons. It wasn't just the wal...

Week 10 day 1

Fri, 8 Oct 2010 13:52:20 EST

Well it's been a while. September was a busy month with all the feast days. Still stayed on track except for drinking enough water.

In Phase 3 I get to add raw or non-homogenized milk, cow or goat, Parmesan cheese, dried fruit, canned fruit(in its own juices), grains, bread(sprouted), whole-grain kamut or spelt pasta, Sucanat, healthy trail mixes, and popcorn.

Good News- When I started 10 weeks ago I did the "Real Age Survey". I was 50.4 and registered in at 52.4 but n...

Week 6 Day 1

Fri, 10 Sep 2010 16:13:14 EST

Well another gone without a blog. It's been busy.

Monday made pizza and cake for the youth. They had a movie night due to the Holiday. Saw the movie "Letters to God". Very touching. I didn't get to see it all due to running in & out serving food. However, it did hit home due to my son's battle with Leukemia. I think the biggest message is that no matter how insignificant you think you are, you affect others lives. And every prayer is a "Letter to God".

Tuesday t...

Week 5 Day 1

Sat, 4 Sep 2010 01:19:34 EST

B- Raspberry protein smoothie
S- none
L- Wendy's side salad w/pomegranate vinaigrette and a grilled chicken sandwich minus the bun.
S- none
D- Steamed veggies and cod fillet

Headed out the door early to get to a local homeschool curriculum fair. Got some pretty good deals to help us out this year. Met a friend there and we went out to lunch afterwards, hence the Wendy's. My daughter and I both won door prizes, more books.

Well, even though I could ...

Week 4 Day 7

Fri, 3 Sep 2010 01:02:23 EST

B- Vanilla Greek yogurt with strawberries and almonds
S- None
L- Steamed veggies and cod fillet
S- Pecan Pie Larabar
D- Tossed salad with roast beef strips

Well today is the last day of Phase 1, the "Purification" phase. Tomorrow starts Phase 2, the "Maintain blood sugar levels & instill healthy eating habits" phase, Weeks 5-8, so I will weigh in. In Phase 2 I get to change out the foods.

I get to add:
cow's feta cheese & parmesan
swee...

Week 4 Day 6

Thu, 2 Sep 2010 00:36:37 EST

B- 2 fried Omega 3 eggs, peach
S- None
L- Tossed salad with black beans, tuna and sunflower seeds
S- Greek Yogurt w/strawberries, almonds
D- Tossed salad, steamed veggies and a mango chicken w/jalapeno sausage

Still sewing. Ran with son to an appointment. I didn't hurt at all this morning even though we ran through the fastest dance we are doing, 2 times.

Week 4 Day 5

Wed, 1 Sep 2010 01:22:22 EST

B- 2 fried Omega 3 eggs, peach
S- None
L- Steamed green beans
S- Greek yogurt w/strawberries
D- Small Greek salad and 2 chicken tenders

Repaired a couple of flags for the dance team. Had dance practice. Getting ready for a full month of Feast Days. We will be dancing at least one, but usually more each Feast Day.

Week 4 Day 4

Wed, 1 Sep 2010 01:15:46 EST

B- 2 fried Omega 3 eggs
S- None
L- Salad with diced chicken breast
S- Greek Yogurt w/strawberries
D- Salad with diced chicken breast

Pretty quiet day. Did some bead work. Served the youth. Great message from the Youth Pastor.

Got talking with another home school mom and she was interested in writing curriculum. She also knows a couple more moms, so after the Feast days we can get together.

Week 4 Day 3

Mon, 30 Aug 2010 01:55:58 EST

B- 2 fried Omega 3 eggs
S- None
L- Spinach Salad w/tuna
S- None
D- Steamed green beans, cod and iced decaf coffee w/organic evaporate cane juice.

Just realized I could enjoy black coffee if I put it on ice plus because it was hot, it doubled the amount. Fitting right in with Bostoners.

Joined the 100 Plus Club Love to Loose (L2L) Challenge. Though technically I'm just under the 100 lbs to loose mark. But this group is great and just what I need. Ho...

Week 4 Day 2

Sun, 29 Aug 2010 00:44:00 EST

B- Blueberry/Acai Protein Shake
S- None
L- Salad w/tuna
S- Raw Almonds
D- Steamed Green Beans and Jalapeno/Mango Chicken Sausage.

Still working on school.

Week 4 Day 1

Sat, 28 Aug 2010 02:55:09 EST

Can't believe it's been so long since I wrote. I have been on full throttle since Sat the 14th. The youth had a great time on their Photo Scavenger Hunt. I made pizza and cake for the party while they were gone. I ate only the things allowed and was going nonstop to miss the food I had made for the kids.

Everything was going great. Till my son allowed his best friend to try and ride his motorcycle. His friend is fine but the bike is totaled. Just 2 days before he was to he...

Week 2 Day 1

Sat, 14 Aug 2010 00:13:03 EST

B- Strawberry 45 /Blueberry protein smoothie made with Greek whole milk yogurt 470 ,honey, flax oil, coconut oil, vanilla & goat milk protein.
S-Peach
L-Spinach salad 140 with tuna 492 and some sheep milk feta 22
S-none
D-Stir fry veggies with homemade sauce. Braggs Liquid Aminos, Water, Ginger, Onion Powder, Cane Sugar and Potato Starch as a thickener.
Lots of water 274 and my vitamins.

Ma...

Week 1 Day 7

Fri, 13 Aug 2010 00:41:11 EST

B- Plain Greek yogurt 470 with honey, & strawberries 45 . And a handful of raw soaked almonds
S-cantaloupe
L-Salad 140 with tuna 492 and some sheep milk feta 22
S-none
D-Fillet of Cod 492 , steamed veggies & salad 140 added some sheep milk feta 22
Lots of water 274 and my vitamins.

I'm feeling pretty good 30 and keeping the visual image of what I cou...

Week 1 Day 6

Thu, 12 Aug 2010 01:25:17 EST

B- Strawberry /blueberry protein smoothie made with Greek whole milk yogurt 470 ,honey, flax oil, goat milk protein.
S-cantaloupe
L-Salad 140 added some sheep milk feta 22
S-none
D-Mango Jalapeño Chicken Sausage, steamed veggies & salad 140 added some sheep milk feta 22
Lots of water 274 and my vitamins.

Today was my monthly 7 measurement day. Went 55 1" from waist, h...

Week 1 Day 5

Tue, 10 Aug 2010 13:34:06 EST

B- Strawberry 45 protein smoothie made with Greek whole milk yogurt 470 ,honey, flax oil, goat milk protein.
S-none
L-Salad 140 added some sheep milk feta 22
S-Larabar, pecan pie
D-Hamburger with tomato on a lettuce leaf & salad 140 added some sheep milk feta 22
Lots of water 274 and my vitamins.

Last night helped cook for the youth baptism at the reservoir. Had a BBQ afterwards,...

Week 1 Day 3 & 4

Sun, 8 Aug 2010 23:41:29 EST

Day 3
B- Blueberry protein smoothie made with Greek whole milk yogurt 470 , honey, flax oil, goat milk protein, frozen blueberries.
S-Larabar, banana nut
L-Salad 140 & 1 c watermelon 491
S-Larabar, pecan pie
D-Roasted Chicken, emoticon steamed veggies & salad 140
Lots of water 274 and my vitamins.

Between walking 311 and doing the dance 335 , my pedometer read 6.27 miles. Felt ...

Week 1 Day 2

Fri, 6 Aug 2010 12:07:03 EST

B-Strawberry/blueberry protein smoothie made with Greek whole milk yogurt, honey, flax oil, coconut oil, goat milk protein, fresh strawberries and frozen blueberries. 48
S-Whole food nutrition bar
L-Salad 140 & 1 c watermelon 491
S-Whole food nutrition bar
D-Roasted Chicken, 53 steamed veggies & salad 140
Lots of water 274 and my vitamins.

Yesterday a little constipated so had a cup of Senn...

Week 1 Day 1

Thu, 5 Aug 2010 10:00:43 EST

Today is day 249 of a 16 week regime.

I am doing The Makers Diet for Weight Loss by Jordan Rubin. This not really a diet but a way of life. They say if you do something for 30 days it becomes a habit, well this is for 4 months, so it should stick. The menu is varied enough that my family can join in.

B-2 scrambled eggs 490 with sautéed onions, red peppers 267 & fresh mushrooms 485 . 1/2 red grapefruit 474
S-W...

Summer Cleanse Day 10

Wed, 4 Aug 2010 09:58:23 EST

B-1 kiwi
S- 1 pear
L- 3/4 c blueberries with whole Greek yogurt 470 mixed with 1 Tb of honey
S- 1 c strawberries 45 with whole Greek yogurt 470 mixed with 1 Tb of honey
D- Salad 140 with 2 Tbs homemade dressing (EVOO, lemon juice, salt, herbs, and Bragg's liquid aminos). Topped with 4oz of albacore tuna 492 , 2oz raw milk cheese 22 and unsalted sunflower seeds.

Lots of water 274 and my ...

Summer Cleanse Day 9

Tue, 3 Aug 2010 10:54:30 EST

B-1 kiwi
S- 1 pear
L- 3/4 c blueberries with whole Greek yogurt 470 mixed with 1 Tb of honey 244
S- 1 c strawberries 45 with whole Greek yogurt 470 mixed with 1 Tb of honey
D- Salad 140 with 2 Tbs homemade dressing (EVOO, lemon juice, salt, herbs, and Bragg's liquid aminos). Topped with 4oz of albacore tuna 140 and 2oz raw milk cheese 22 . Also had a few soaked raw almonds. 4

...

Summer Cleanse Day 8

Tue, 3 Aug 2010 10:40:22 EST

Didn't write yesterday, was gone all day.

B-1 kiwi
S- 1 pear
L- 3/4 c blueberries with whole Greek yogurt 470 mixed with 1 Tb of honey 244
S- 1 c strawberries 45 with whole Greek yogurt 470 mixed with 1 Tb of honey
D- Salad 140 with 2 Tbs homemade dressing (EVOO, lemon juice, salt, herbs, and Bragg's liquid aminos). Topped with 4oz of albacore tuna 492 and 2oz raw milk cheese 22 . Also had ...

Summer Cleanse Day 7

Sun, 1 Aug 2010 21:09:44 EST

B-1 mango
S- 1 peach
L- 1 c raspberries
S- 1 apple
D- Salad 140 with 2 Tbs homemade dressing (EVOO, lemon juice, salt, herbs, and Bragg's liquid aminos). Topped with 1/2 avocado, diced. Going to add some raw sunflower seeds today.

Lots of water 274 and my vitamins.

I tried another papaya and still didn't get a real good one so I'll see if I can give it away. So I had a mango instead.

Cutting back on my multi-vitamin ...

Summer Cleanse Day 6

Sat, 31 Jul 2010 09:49:52 EST

B-1 peach
S- 1 papaya
L- 1 c watermelon
S- 1 apple
D- Salad 140 with 2 Tbs homemade dressing (EVOO, lemon juice, salt, herbs, and Bragg's liquid aminos). Topped with 1/2 avocado, diced. Going to add some raw almonds today.
Lots of water 274 and my vitamins.

Well the papaya I got was not good and I just threw it away. So I skipped that meal then I found out I really don't like raspberries. I tried some blackberries, don't really care...

Summer Cleanse Day 5

Fri, 30 Jul 2010 11:02:25 EST

Today is a change in the menu and I'm at thehalf way mark 224

B-1 c papaya
S- 1 peach
L- 1 c fresh raspberries
S- 1 apple
D- Salad 140 with 2 Tbs homemade dressing (EVOO, lemon juice, salt, herbs, and Bragg's liquid aminos). Topped with 1/2 avocado, diced. Get to add some raw sunflower seed today.
Lots of water 274 and my vitamins.

Today is my third son's 16th birthday 409 so I will be cooking. He wants...

Summer Cleanse Day 4

Thu, 29 Jul 2010 12:09:43 EST

Today is a repeat of Day 2 & 3

B-a mango
S- 1 -2 c watermelon 491 Could eat more- love it
L- 1 c fresh pineapple 488 Can't eat to much, too acidic
S- 1-1.5 c cherries 289
D- Salad 140 with 2 Tbs homemade dressing (EVOO, lemon juice, salt, herbs, and Bragg's liquid aminos). Topped with 1/2 avocado, diced.
Lots of water 274 and my vitamins.

I really look forward to my dinner. I love salad. Fo...

Summer Cleanse Day 3

Wed, 28 Jul 2010 10:58:54 EST

Today is a repeat of Day 2 and will be repeated again for Day 4

B-a mango
S- 1 -2 c watermelon 491 Could eat more- love it
L- 1 c fresh pineapple 488 Can't eat to much, too acidic
S- 1-2 c cherries 289
D- Salad 140 with 2 Tbs homemade dressing (EVOO, lemon juice, salt, herbs, and Bragg's liquid aminos). Topped with 1/2 avocado, diced.
Lots of water 274 and my vitamins.

It was so good to have ...

You Are

Wed, 28 Jul 2010 10:25:13 EST

You Are
~author unknown~

One day not too long ago the employees of a large company in St. Louis, Missouri returned from their lunch break and were greeted with a sign on the front door. The sign said: “Yesterday the person who has been hindering your growth in this company passed away. We invite you to join the funeral in the room that has been prepared in the gym.”

At first everyone was sad to hear that one of their colleagues had died, but after a while they start...

Summer Cleanse Day 2

Tue, 27 Jul 2010 16:04:30 EST

Well survived day 1 with just grapes. Don't really want to see another one soon.

Today has variety.
B-a mango
S- 1 -2 c watermelon 491 Could eat more- love it
L- 1 c fresh pineapple 488 Can't eat to much, too acidic
S- 1-2 c cherries 289 Could eat more- love em
D- Salad 140 with 2 Tbs homemade dressing (EVOO, lemon juice, salt, herbs, and Bragg's liquid aminos). Topped with 1/2 avocado, diced. 244

Summer Cleanse Day 1

Mon, 26 Jul 2010 12:07:08 EST

Today I started my Summer Cleanse. I am following Jordan Rubin's: The Maker's Diet for Weight Loss 16 week program. But before I start that I am doing the 10 day cleanse. Since this is a Summer Cleanse it is full of various kinds of fruits and veggies. Oh, and lots of 274 water. On the menu for today is grapes 277 grapes 277 and more 277 grapes. I am also taking a multivitamin for women 50+, Cod Liver Oil to get my Omega 3 and a metabolism boos...

Bald is Beautiful

Tue, 29 Jun 2010 01:55:16 EST

For the past week and a half I have been collecting pledges for the Rock Bottom Foundation that is raising funds for the Shining Star Foundation shiningstarsfoundation.org/ My son was blessed by this foundation. They take children with cancer and other life-threatening diseases camping, skiing, snowboarding, rafting and more, at no cost to the family.

So to help I raised money for other children to attend. Then this Friday I had my head shaved. My ponytail will...

Summer Challenges

Sun, 20 Jun 2010 00:22:39 EST

Well, joined the "Summer Bummer" challenge and looking forward to moving ahead. And with this, I've added to go all out and start anew, and entered the 'Bald is Beautiful' pledge. The monies I collect go to the Shining Star Foundation, an organization that provides sport, recreational and outreach programs to children with cancer and other life-threatening diseases, at no cost to the families. My son has benefited from this and it's my way of giving back a little. Oh by the way, if I reac...

Motivation

Sat, 16 Jan 2010 22:24:44 EST

Today I had a meeting to help with our Youth Ministry in the area of Dance. Dance is my passion, but due to few of lifes curves, I got side tracked. Now with my focus on this, I know it will help me get back on track of dance as well as losing the extra pounds.

The word exercise is death, but to dance is life, to me. I can dance for hours where I can barely get an exercise routine done.

Now my focus will be on being a mentor to the youth, even at my size, and let them...