http://www.sparkpeople.com/mypage_public_journal.asp?id=KLC1925 KLC1925's Blog on SparkPeople, home of free diet plans and a healthy living community http://assets2.sparkpeople.com/assets/nav/logo_spark.gif http://www.sparkpeople.com/ http://www.sparkpeople.com/mypage_public_journal_individual.asp?blog_id=4319412 So my doctor finally cleared me to exercise but I am not sure I want to. My foot surgery gave me the perfect out. I can't exercise cause of my foot than that bleed over to why diet because I can't exercise because of my foot. Exercises table of one please!!! But now all that is gone. My dog is looking a lot chunky and is now looking at the door and back at me. I guess that is his way of telling me he wants to start walking again. It really does not help that Jacksonville is all smoky outside ... Fri, 24 Jun 2011 07:48:53 EST http://www.sparkpeople.com/mypage_public_journal_individual.asp?blog_id=4240540 On Monday, I went to the cardiologist and he informed that everything is great but I need to lose weight, eat better and exercise more. I mean I know that I have fallen off my plan ( having foot surgery did not help). So once I can start working out again, I am going to give it all I have. I have a Elliptical, Treadmill, heavyweight punching bag and numerous work out tapes. My problem is Motivation. I looked at myself in the mirror this morning and did not recognize my own body. It used to b... Wed, 18 May 2011 09:22:49 EST http://www.sparkpeople.com/mypage_public_journal_individual.asp?blog_id=4035013 Saturday I cut off all my hair. Well not all of it. I have about two inch left but since my hair has really really tight curls it looks like a teeny tiny afo. I have decided to make a fresh start. Little to no chemicals in my hair and hopefully less and less in my food. I have had such a rought time of it lately. financially, spirtually and physically. After i cut my hair, I felt very depressed. The decision to cut it was because i could no longer afford to keep getting it done. I cried and... Mon, 21 Feb 2011 11:23:54 EST http://www.sparkpeople.com/mypage_public_journal_individual.asp?blog_id=3989479 Today is shaping up to be a odd day. I woke up late this morning so could not make my protein shake for breakfast. I usually have oatmeal packets in my desk. Low and behold, no packets at my desk. The only thing I had was ginger snaps. 12 ginger snaps later, I am now full. Not the best breakfast but at least I ate something. <BR> <BR> My job is doing a superbowl lunch for us today so I am going to have a fun time figuring out what to eat. I think the words for lunch is portion control. <BR>... Fri, 4 Feb 2011 09:27:50 EST http://www.sparkpeople.com/mypage_public_journal_individual.asp?blog_id=3958751 I woke up this morning feeling like this is going to be a great day. I got a good night's sleep and actually got up on time today. I would like to say that this happened on its own but that would be a lie. This happened because on Monday I made a conscious effort to participate in living a healthy life. I made some great food choices ( well great for me, no junk food!!!) I spent last night with quality time with my son and dog. We went for a walk with our dog and just talked about nothing rea... Tue, 25 Jan 2011 08:55:42 EST http://www.sparkpeople.com/mypage_public_journal_individual.asp?blog_id=3932861 Friday night I finally bought a scale. I weighted myself and all most had a heart attack. I am over 200 pounds. WTF!!!! I have been eating right most of the time so why have I gained weight. <BR> <BR> Now, I have to be honest with myself. I have been eating ok. I have slacked off with the exercising because it is cold, rainy and lets be honest I have been lazy. I no longer fit into my clothes so I have to really get motivated. I took a picture of myself last night so I can have a visual of ... Mon, 17 Jan 2011 10:17:00 EST http://www.sparkpeople.com/mypage_public_journal_individual.asp?blog_id=3888043 I read that if you write your goals done that you are more likely to accomplish them so here I go!!! <BR> <BR> Things I would like to acheive in 2011 <BR> <BR> 1. Spend more quality time with my child <BR> 2. Work out at least 30 4x a week <BR> 3 do at least one new activity with my child every month <BR> 4. cook at home instead of eating out <BR> 5. track my food everyday <BR> 6. read at least five non fiction books this year (will also include this for my 8 year old) <BR> 7. take time out... Tue, 4 Jan 2011 10:50:48 EST http://www.sparkpeople.com/mypage_public_journal_individual.asp?blog_id=3866905 As I am on the verge of starting a new year, I must look back at this year. I lost and gained back 50 pounds. It is no ones fault but mine. I fell off the wagon and stayed there. I had to take a look in the mirror this morning and be honest. I am not happy being this big. I can't even fit into my fat clothes anymore. When i started gaining weight, I was so disgusted with myself. I was under extreme stress at work and had issues at home. Not only did I lose my way when it came to eating healt... Tue, 28 Dec 2010 12:37:25 EST http://www.sparkpeople.com/mypage_public_journal_individual.asp?blog_id=3704280 I have no idea what is going on. I am having problems getting the weight off. I work out. I try to eat clean. I now use more fresh ingredients. I go to the farmer's market. I stay away from the fast food more than I used to and I still can't fit into my clothes. I am not trying to say I have been a saint but I am better than I was but I still can't wear most of my clothes. Could someone share with me what they do to stay on track and how can I kick start my weight loss? <em>38</em> Sat, 9 Oct 2010 20:25:29 EST http://www.sparkpeople.com/mypage_public_journal_individual.asp?blog_id=3704279 I have no idea what is going on. I am having problems getting the weight off. I work out. I try to eat clean. I now use more fresh ingredients. I go to the farmer's market. I stay away from the fast food more than I used to and I still can't fit into my clothes. I am not trying to say I have been a saint but I am better than I was but I still can't wear most of my clothes. Could someone share with me what they do to stay on track and how can I kick start my weight loss? <em>38</em> Sat, 9 Oct 2010 20:25:22 EST http://www.sparkpeople.com/mypage_public_journal_individual.asp?blog_id=3686682 I have never been a fan of coming in on my day off. I feel like you need to recharge and relax on the weekend. That is until someone says overtime is avail. Those three words change everything. In this trying economic time extra money is always a plus. So here I am. I must admit that I did not turn down the 2 cheese krystals, some of a small fry and a small fruit punch. I know that I should have said no but it was free and I was very hungry. I am proud of my self control because I still had t... Sat, 2 Oct 2010 10:54:36 EST http://www.sparkpeople.com/mypage_public_journal_individual.asp?blog_id=3685179 I am so happy that it is Friday even though I work tomorrow it is not a full day. I also got out of doing yardwork since I will definitely be at work during that time. <em>334</em> I have done good eating today. I am proud of myself. If I could just break my additction to green peppermints. They are so yummy but they have a lot of calories. I think I use them when I feel hungry but instead of eating one, I go for like 5 at a time. Back to back. I am going to focus on getting that down to ... Fri, 1 Oct 2010 15:51:05 EST http://www.sparkpeople.com/mypage_public_journal_individual.asp?blog_id=3674169 I have been sitting at work listening to people complain about or workload and how stressed they are. Usually all the negativity would rub off on me. I would become miserable and start snacking to make me feel better but not today. I stuck with the food that I packed in my lunch bag. When my coworkers went to the convenient store, I did not get anything. I am so happy that I am going to hit the gym right after work to keep up the momentum. Mon, 27 Sep 2010 13:22:12 EST