Last Day: What I Want You To Know

Fri, 8 Mar 2013 19:25:05 EST

This is the last day of our develop a healthy habit challenge.
I have been blogging about how I would stop mindless eating.
How I need to be more cautious of what I am doing and what's going on.
I am still not using my measuring cups. But not over doing it either.
Today I have been taking care of my mother. Who caught the 24 hour bug.
(That is the same thing I came down sick with last weekend.)
I've been feeding her chicken noodle soup and giving her liquids.

Measuring Cup/Serving Size Results

Thu, 7 Mar 2013 21:07:08 EST

Though I didn't measure everything I still kept within the right size today.
I was careful to only eat two prunes instead of a 1/4 of a cup.
(Just got over a stomach virus this past weekend).
So, being very careful not to over due the fruit and high fiber right now.
Thinking about getting familiar with the serving sizes and go from there.
(Then add all the measuring cups and things in there with it).
Maybe I would do better if I do it in baby steps. What do you t...

Day 3, Do You Use Measuring Cups?

Wed, 6 Mar 2013 20:08:02 EST

I posted that I would measure my food for my healthy habit challenge.
I have been doing good so far in the Stop The Mindless Eating Habit.
However, I have only been measuring my cereal.
I don't usually measure out my food or follow the proper serving sizes.
I have no excuse for it since we do have measuring cups at home.
I mean you are suppose to know how much you eat and eat the right size right?
So it sounds like I need to start staying within the serving size....

Day 2- Be Mindful....

Tue, 5 Mar 2013 18:24:54 EST

Being mindful helps to keep mindless eating from happening.
I am starting to understand I need to start being aware at all times.
This morning I measured out my cereal and added my banana.
(I went only one cornflake over so that isn't a big deal.)
We also had a good baked potato with ham and cheese for lunch.
Didn't really over do the toppings and stopped at one potato.
Plus, the TV dinner I ate had one lasagna in it under 300 calories.
(Desert was one thin ...

Day1-Stop Mindless Eating

Mon, 4 Mar 2013 21:15:41 EST

My healthy habit was to stop the mindless eating.
Today I did pretty well with not over eating.
Had to run errands and pick up some chicken soup.
Poor dad caught the stomach virus I had this past weekend.
When I was in the store, I didn't give into the candy bars or other junkfood.
Thanks to all of my Cat and Non Cat friends for your comments.
I appreciate them all and will definitely give them a try.
We can reach our healthy habit this week together! Holly...

Mindless Eating

Sun, 3 Mar 2013 19:20:29 EST

I have a very bad habit of mindless eating. It has been going on for a while.
It doesn't matter if I am cooking, putting food away, or eating at a party.
I can over due the food if I am not completely careful.
(I know it feeds into my emotional eating I have told you guys about earlier).
Since it is Develop a Positive habit week, I thought I could work on this problem.
Instead of eating when I am cooking i can drink water or chew gum.
I will measure out what I a...

Winter Assignment 6- Exuses/Dr.Phil/SparkPeople

Sat, 9 Feb 2013 13:38:05 EST

Today's homework is telling why we failed to reach our 5% goal.
We have to list three and give a strategy for success for this year.
My exuses that I have told myself countless times are:

1)It doesn't matter if I have another cookie, I can start over tomorrow.
Haha on that one! It is a bad thing to say to yourself.

2) I am too tried or feel just plain lazy so I won't exercise today.

3) Stress or joint pain is another reason why I don't exerc...

Winter Assignment #4- Trigger Foods

Fri, 8 Feb 2013 08:15:05 EST

I love chocolate, carbs, and peanut butter.
I eat them when I am happy, sad, or just wanting to celebrate.
When I eat to celebrate its because something good has happened.
Like a graduation or a family get together.
Sometimes I do eat another helping to keep from hurting feelings.
I can also eat when I am frustrated like when I don't get a job.
Started doing this in school when I was being bullied......
It is not a good thing to keep when I am trying to get...

CW Assignment: 3

Thu, 7 Feb 2013 09:54:34 EST

During this time I am to list what I want to look like ect.
I am going to admit that I have not met my goal weight yet..
However, I do believe that this time around will be different.
I am willing to put the exercise and all into practice this time.
(Mostly the portion control and putting an end to mindless eating!)

These are goals I would like to accomplish this time around:

What do you want to change?
Mind, body, soul,and spirit. I believe tha...

Cat Winter Challenge: Assignment 1

Mon, 4 Feb 2013 20:40:47 EST

I have posted this on my main page but will do it again since it is homework.
During the Cats challenge I will be doing the following things:
I will be exercising 30 minutes or more (more during days I don't work)
Will make sure that I rotate WIO and Leslie Samson ect don't get bored.
I am going to eat 5 or more freggies a day.
Will drink 8 cups of water daily too (limit my soda intake.)
Make sure I journal and do yoga when I am tempted to stress eat.
(Will ...

Food Tracker/Interview Tomorrow

Mon, 1 Oct 2012 18:53:23 EST

I know that we are going to start our 5% Challenge soon.
One of my goals is to track my food. It is important.
I decided to start tracking today. Didn't do too bad.
Was only 75 over my highest calorie amount. Yahoo!
Started back to exercising as well. Did 73 minutes.
And tracked all of it on my page. And I got some good news.
I have an interview with the Huddle House tomorrow.
If all goes well, I will be one of their Servers.
Going to go for now. Have ...

Fall Challenge: #3

Sat, 22 Sep 2012 07:53:15 EST

I am so glad that I signed back up for the 5% Challenge.
I haven't been doing so well with my eating and exercise lately.
This past week I have been eating more than I should.
For those who don't know me, I am an emotional eater.
I have been eating when I eat to celebrate, when I feel depressed,
or just because others are eating. My trigger foods are chocolate, peanut butter, and bread. I can get really out of control when I am not careful.
I have been having th...

Count Your Blessings

Sun, 2 Sep 2012 07:39:28 EST

It is so easy to get distracted by the negatives of your life.
I can count the times I have failed or felt let down by others.
Like recently, I was going to a place that helped you train for/obtain a job.
Was hoping to get into the kitchen but that chance never came.
My time ran out before I got there. Which was disappointing.
I felt disappointed since I don't know anything yet about working in the kitchen.
The blessing (positive thing) I know how to work well wi...

My Story

Sun, 19 Aug 2012 07:55:12 EST

I am in a new group called Struggling But Determined.
We are suppose to tell a little bit about ourselves under My Story.
For those of you who don't know me, I am 29 and live in SW Georgia.
I have been struggling with my weight since I have been in middle/highschool.
Been also struggling with the emotional eater inside of me.
I think I have been paying too much attention to the negative talk.
(And not enough to the good things that is going on in my life).
S...

The Never Quit Pledge

Sun, 5 Aug 2012 20:27:09 EST

I have seen this in at least two other blogs.
It is a pledge that you take to let others know you aren't quitting.
(Promised one of the ladies I would sign it in a blog and on paper).
It reads:
Today, I promise I will not quit.

I pledge that no matter, how many ups and downs I pass through, I will continue on my journey.

I pledge to make a NEW START today, and forgive myself for my past, and to stop being so critical of myself.

I pledge ...

My New Hair Cut

Sat, 28 Jul 2012 20:02:01 EST

Hey how are you? I am doing alright. I got a new hair cut today.
It is cut shorter, and off my neck. Which is what I really need.
Not only is it cute, my neck won't burn up while folding laundry.
( It is part of the program that I am in. They try us in different places.)
Good news, my car is going to be fixed next Friday. Yahoo!
Hope that all of you are doing well. Have a great day/night. Holly
...

Busy Week,

Fri, 13 Jul 2012 14:24:02 EST

I have been having a busy week this week.
I feel like it is one of those times when you say am I going or coming? lol
I had a doctor's appointment and had to get estimates for my car.
(I got hit going into work 2 weeks ago.)
Since the guy was driving a company car they have to pay for it.
Good news is it just messed up my bumper and took some paint off.
No one was hurt. Which is a blessing in itself.
More good news, I had a job interview with Gap yesterday...

Soul Searching,

Sat, 7 Jul 2012 21:31:10 EST

I remember putting that I was taking Self Inventory in my last blog.
I do believe that I need to find out what I can change about myself.
And how to answer others when they ask Who Are You?
Or What do you like? I know that I am a Nice Person. Who loves all people.
I love God and others no matter their views/religion.
I believe in encouraging others and being a positive member of society....
This is going to be a good time for me to help myself while helping other...

Cats Team/Personal Inventory

Sat, 23 Jun 2012 20:30:29 EST

I am so glad that this is the first day of our 5% Challenge.
Before our challenge starts, we have pre assingment questions.
One of the questions was what diet plan will you be following?
We were also suppose to be looking at our pantry and get rid of bad stuff.
This made me think of personal inventory(burdens).
You need to think about both your mental and physical self....
Do you have trouble forgiving others or yourself?
Do you have trouble with patience? D...

WIO Double Dare Blog,

Sat, 9 Jun 2012 20:50:18 EST

I went to go visit my family in Florida today.
When I was there I did a few different walking techniques.
I walked backwards up the ramp of my grandmother's house
and walked around the neighborhood. Which gave me a change of scenery.
I also chased my sort of cousin around the house and played hide-in-seek.
I am attaching some pictures so you can see us playing.
Enjoyed this challenge but really tired at present.
Will be going to bed early tonight. Have a go...

Getting Ready For Cats Summer Challenge,

Fri, 8 Jun 2012 15:09:31 EST

I am doing fine with the WRC Market. I like working up there.
I am stocking three days a week. I take my lunch and try to stay away from the junk food. Lost 2.4 pounds already. Yahoo, to the good eating and water drinking.
However, I know that I have to stay on top of my game. So, I rejoined the
5% Summer Challenge. I do believe that it will help me to stay in shape.
Not only for myself, but also for the boss and the people up there at work.
I look forward getting to ...

Thanks To The Troops And Their Families!

Mon, 28 May 2012 13:30:57 EST

It is Memorial Day once again. It is a day to not only BBQ or spend time with family and friends, but it is also a time to remember to thank our troops.
Thank all of them, from WWI all the way up to the present War. And don't forget to thank the families as well. Some of their loved ones didn't come home. So, please remember to have a quiet time/prayer for the ones that lost their lives. (And also for those who are still serving in the military today). From me and my family.
Thank y...

The One Minute Challenge,

Sun, 13 May 2012 15:58:35 EST

I read a spark article that was interesting.
It was about how you challenge yourself.
Do you do different exercises? Or say different things to help weight loss.
The writer talked about doing wall squats for sixty seconds each day.
I was thinking of something that I can do. What would benefit me.
The answer would be squats would really benefit me.
I have bad balance and really do need to start working on it.
So, I think I will do sixty second squats every ...

What Have You Been Doing?

Fri, 11 May 2012 19:27:23 EST

How are you all doing? I am doing fine. Just been busy at the library.
Been keeping it since mom left for FL on May 1st. Good news though,
I get to have a week of vacation before starting my WRC training.
The diet is ok I guess. Been eating with my grandmother. So, trying to
exercise and eat small portions where I can. (She loves her southern cooking).
I am going for now. You guys have a good night. Holly

Last Day At Hospital,

Fri, 27 Apr 2012 06:01:51 EST

This is going to be my last day volunteering at the Medical Center.
I will miss it, but it will be a good miss. Within 24 days I will be training
with the WRC Market. The WRC is the Wiregrass Rehab Center.
It helps people with disabilites to find jobs. Will be working with
Mrs. Susan. She'll be teaching me how to stock shelves.
After my two week training period, I will be helping to teach others.
I wanted to say thank you to all my spark friends.
I really ...

My Busy Week/Job Hunting Update

Sat, 14 Apr 2012 07:35:04 EST

Hey guys how are you? I am doing alright. Just been busy with the job hunt.
Didn't get the job at the library. Oh well, I still have the Books-A-Million and Chill Yogurt pending. I also stopped at over 16 stores Monday. I turned in at least seven applications. Took about the same number home to fill out on the computer.
Chick-Fi-La is going to be needing some help over the summer.
Mr. John said that he would pull my application on Monday and we'd go from there.
They have ...

My Interviews/Breaking Sugar Addiction

Sat, 31 Mar 2012 15:43:39 EST

Sorry it has been a few days since I last wrote.
I have been busy with volunteering and job hunting.
I had about 4 interviews this week. Which is a blessing!!!
I didn't expect to get that many call backs.
I have had one no, three pending, and still waiting to hear from the library.
The library board hasn't met yet. (Hoping for this one.)
If not, working at a yogurt place or Toco Bell don't seem that terrible.
Which leads me to a confession I need to make. ...

Lost Another Pound/Job Hunting

Sat, 24 Mar 2012 20:27:20 EST

Hey guys how are you? I am doing fine. Had a good day.
First off, I weighed myself this morning. And I lost a pound.
I am down to 180 now woo hoo!!! That is always a good thing.
Every little bit helps. And I was pretty good at the mall.
I didn't eat any of the cookies or pretzels that they had there.
I had a hamburger with veggies and a bag of baked chips.
The Baked Lays are only 130 Calories. 334
As for the jobs I have a few applications. Still ...

Cats Assignment 3: Why I Want To Lose Weight

Tue, 13 Mar 2012 06:56:10 EST

I was reading my assignments this morning. Today's questions is Why do you want to lose weight. One of the reasons is to keep from having health conditions like diabetes and cancer. I have a grand parent that is diabetic and don't want to get it. The other reasons why I want to lose weight are:

1) I would like to have a positive self image/body weight.
(Not just base it all on the weight but also on seeing myself as I am.
Which is a loving and kind person who loves the L...

Cats: It Is That Time Again!

Mon, 12 Mar 2012 21:00:34 EST

Sorry that I have been so busy lately. I have been job hunting and volunteering....
I will try to keep in contact with all of you. I know how important it is to support one another on our journey (at least I know it is to me!) I have been getting a lot of positive support and encouragement. Thank you!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

To the Cats: It is time to get ready to get frisky and sassy again girls!!!!!!
I am finishing my tasks the best that I can for now...
(Betwe...

Food Tracking, T-Storm

Thu, 26 Jan 2012 14:02:28 EST

This is day number 5 of my Food Track Challenge.
I have been doing good so far. (Still need to bump up the water).
Will definitely look into how to get 8 cups a day.
Still able to eat my 5 veggies though. That is good news.
Plus, I done 57 minutes of exercise today Yahooo!!!!!!!!!!!!!
I gotta go for now. Sorry so short, but we have weather moving in.
Will be getting really nasty between now and the evening time.
Hope that you all have a great Thursday. Holly

My Mini Challenges

Mon, 23 Jan 2012 20:41:03 EST

First of all, I am happy to announce I made it through the No Soda Challenge.
I didn't drink a one. So, this week I started the food tracking challenge.
I will track my food for 7 days this week. I thought it would be a good idea.
Since I am so terrible at keeping up with my calories. (Plus sneaking food).
I am already on day two and not doing too bad so far. Was in my calorie range.
Just need to bump up my calcium and fiber intake. I also did 69 min of exercise.

Doing Better Today

Fri, 20 Jan 2012 18:54:14 EST

I just logged my calories in today. Found out I am under my calorie limit.
That is much better than the other day. I done 56 minutes of exercise and ate 5 freggies. Plus, I am on my 6th day of no soda. It really is doing something for me.
I do believe that the exercise and limited/no soda is helping the joints.
And I am thankful for that. And for all my sparks friends. Thank you all!
I hope that you are all doing well! Have a great night!~ Holly

Tried Something New,

Thu, 19 Jan 2012 21:21:00 EST

I tried the 11minute Chair Cardio workout on Spark People.
It is kind of like chair dancing, very interesting cardio work out.
You don't have to walk or anything with it. Great exercise for any age.
Between that and my regular schedule I got 86 minutes of exercise....
I am also keeping to my no soda challenge. This makes day 5.
Have a good night everyone! Holly

Good News, Bad News

Wed, 18 Jan 2012 21:06:34 EST

I left the soda alone today when I got my lunch. I took water with me instead of drinking it. (I find that it is less expensive to take that and an apple with me.)
The bad news, I had a piece of cake with icing. There is a medical college that is breaking ground tomorrow. Some of the workers from there brought water and cake to share with us. I tried to keep it small. However, I think next time I might just decide to drink the water and pass that up. The only other bad choice I made was ...

This Challenge Is Working!

Tue, 17 Jan 2012 20:42:37 EST

I do believe that my no soda for a week is already working. I have lost 3 pounds already. I do believe it is because I am starting to drink more water. (Ok, I admit I have a bad sweet tooth as well.) However, I started getting fruit instead of a cookie or cheesecake. That is something to be happy about. As for the exercise, I have been doing better with that too. I done 46 minutes today. I wanted to say thanks for the encouragement and support. I appreciate it! Hope that you are all doing we...

Exercise, Soda Free Challenge

Mon, 16 Jan 2012 20:11:26 EST

I done 52 minutes of exercise today. That is a good number!
I also logged all of my food in today. My reading wasn't too bad.
A little under the calorie range.I ate 5 fruits and veggies today (Freggies). And had close to 7 in water.That is was I wanted to do in the first place. One of my goals on my front page is to drink more water. Which fits pretty well into my no soda for a week challenge. I am trying to drink water in place of it. Hope that you are all doing great with your j...

My Sunday

Sun, 15 Jan 2012 16:40:30 EST

I spent the day with my parents. Watched the preacher on TV. Done 46 minutes on exercise. That is the January Jumpstart and WIO combined. I also learned how to make a meat loaf. That is a good thing, since I want to learn how to cook.
I am also trying to get all my water done. I do believe that I am going to hit my mark. I am still going to hold myself to the no sodas for a week. Today is going to work out fine. We don't have any in the house. It is when I am doing my volunteer work tha...

My Challenge For This Week

Sat, 14 Jan 2012 13:33:25 EST

I am going to start giving myself little challenges. This week is to make it 7 days without drinking a soda. I have one at least once a week. (On top of too many carbs).
This is going to be a tough one but I know that I can do it.If you have any tips or suggestions you can share them with me. Thanks guys. Happy Friday!!! Holly

House Cleaning,Christmas Parties, Exercise

Mon, 5 Dec 2011 15:02:58 EST

I am a busy kitty this week. Been cleaning and getting ready for company.
My aunt from Florida is coming to visit Dec 17th. I am looking forward to it.
I get to see her at least 2 times a year. (Sure it will be a good visit.)
As for the parties, I have two coming up. Tomorrow will be the Volunteer party/luncheon. Will be swapping ornaments and eating holiday food.
I enjoy the visiting, it is just hard to keep away from the sweets.
That is not the only party I have. Ne...

Trigger Foods

Mon, 28 Nov 2011 11:03:04 EST

In this assignment I am to list my trigger foods. Problem is, there are so many foods I take comfort in. I love peanut butter, bread, pasta, and chocolate. I am an emotional eater, so anything will put me in the mood to go find things. Whether I am happy, sad, stress, or doing mindless eating. There are also times at the hospital that my friends offer me sweets and I say Yes. (Not a good thing to be doing when you are trying to lose weight.) It doesn't help that I volunteer part-time in the h...

Cats: Assignment #3 Why I Want To Lose Weight

Sun, 27 Nov 2011 16:29:42 EST

Like I said on my page, I will be recommitting to the goals I listed on my main page.
To do this I have to really stay focused and do my home work. Today I have to list the reason's why I want to lose weight. I have family with diabetes, athuritis and other health issues. I do not want to get diabetes. I already have trouble with athuritis. I do believe getting healthy will help me with this problem. I also want to look good and feel good in my clothes. Plus, I want to learn to love and...

Great Holiday Spark Article

Wed, 23 Nov 2011 18:34:01 EST

I am sharing with you an article I read a few days ago.
It is called "11 Nice Ways To Say No To Food Pushers."
Spark has some excellent ways to help you not to over do it during the holidays.
I hope that this article will help you! Have a Happy Thanksgiving!!!!!!

www.sparkpeople.com/resource/nutriti
on_articles.asp?id=1685

Tell And Share,

Fri, 18 Nov 2011 15:02:28 EST

I have decided to tell you something, then I am going to share something with you.
First off, I didn't get the job at the mall. It was a little disappointing but it happens. I am feeling blessed though. I will be spending Thanksgiving and Christmas with my family. Who is really celebrating since it is my mother's 25th year of being cancer free. (Way to go Mom!) The only thing is I am trying not to over do it this year. I love my grandmother's food, but lets face it, it isn't really that ...

Job Hunting and Weight Gain

Sat, 5 Nov 2011 10:19:45 EST

Sorry I have been absent for a while. I have been busy volunteering and job hunting.
I hit the dollar store and the mall this week. Ended up applying at 17 stores...
So far, I have only heard back from the Kitchen Connection. It is a kitchen applicnce store in the mall. If I get a job offer, they will call me on Monday.
(Lets just say the waiting is kind of stressful!)That is not only the half of it.
I weighted msyelf this morning and I gained my weight back. Crap!!!!!!!! ...

I Am Divorcing The Chef's Table,

Mon, 26 Sep 2011 21:08:48 EST

You are probably wondering: Why did she Pick such a weird topic?
For all of my new friends, I am a volunteer at the hospital.
I love working as a volunteer. The only thing is the food is bad for you.
You don't always get the best options there. It is full of sat, fat, and empty
calories. One of the areas that is the unhealthiest is the Chef's table.
It is a themed based section of the café that has a different menu each week. It could be italian one time.Then change...

Cats: My Trigger Foods

Fri, 23 Sep 2011 08:03:19 EST

I am always reaching carbs and chocolate. Whether it is bread, pasta, cookies,
or candy bars. I love the way they taste, just hate the way I feel afterward.
I am an emotional eater, so I eat when I am feeling happy, sad, depressed,
or eat when my friends/family are eating. I do it around 8 or 9 pm while
watching tv. Or I could be volunteering at the library or be at church,
see someone else doing it and jump in before I think. I also have trouble
eating food whil...

Cats: 5% Fall Challenge #2

Thu, 22 Sep 2011 10:57:29 EST

I am in a group called the 5% Community Challenge. It is a race you can do with your team around the world. My topic for the day is Why. Why do you want to change the way you look, feel, ect. Well, one of the reasons why I want to have a positive body image.
I am still having difficulty with my weight. So, I don't feel comfortable in my own skin!
The skinner Me: would not have trouble with arthritis or other health issues that run in the family! I would also have better balance and ...

Week 2: Exercise

Sun, 18 Sep 2011 21:23:24 EST

I was busy this past week, so I did Wii Walk It Out for my exercise.
Even if it was just for 20 minutes or so, it is important to work out.....
I am going to change up the routine this week.... Hope you are all well! Holly

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