I decided to try the Spark Solution Program because I wanted a "jumpstart" to get me going again. I'd been just goofing off and had actually put a fe... Read more
Went to church, made homemade chicken noodle soup for MIL, purchased all my flowers to be planted later and by days end vegetable garden will be in.... Read more
Okay, so I haven't visited the site in about a month I guess. I'm still job hunting, trying to get my son to pass his on-line college class, getting... Read more
I'm extremely attracted to the idea of eating the same things (or close to the same things) every day. So I have my food tracker filled out for the ne... Read more
progress has been slow to a pound a week but its still progress. I am down a total of 8 pounds since i started my journey. Maybe this week i can keep... Read more
Today I am thankful for an understanding husband, one who is finally moving toward recovery himself in his own way.
Today I am thankful I was ab... Read more
Yesterday, my grandkids went with their mom grocery shopping. They got to the produce section and decided to pick out fruits and vegi's to eat over Gr... Read more
got up way to early this morning. phone was dead, so no idea what time it was. got up walked got ready for breakfast... and it was 805! needless to sa... Read more
What made you decide to try The Spark Solution Program?
It was a great deal, especially with the free CDs and the free Spark Coaching!
• Have... Read more
I have been doing awful for the past several weeks. I do good a day and not so good a day and than really bad a day. I have been gaining and losing... Read more
* Randomness reigns. 198
* Lost .7 lbs since last week -- which is a gain of .1 pounds over the last two weigh-ins. I did not expect anything t... Read more
I had to do blood tests last week in order to prove to work that Ive lost 10% of my body weight so I can get the points for it in their health program... Read more
Instead of the traditional bucket list, I'm making a list of things I want to accomplish on my weight loss journey. They are not supposed to be end p... Read more
This particular blog comes after posting this on Facebook:
Worst part of the current level of hearing loss - really having music *hurt*. If it's... Read more
I have been doing well and was feeling great. I was all prepared to start the Spark Solutions Challenge. I bought the food and logged the meals when... Read more
Last week I had the first stage of InterStim therapy inserted into my back. This coming Friday, if all goes well with Stage One, I will have the batt... Read more
So last night, my husband and I watched some UFC fights and had a few beers. Since I don't drink very often, it made me feel like crap today. I hate... Read more
Even though I'm not completely following the program yet, the "Spark Solutions" book inspired me to get working again on SparkPeople actively. So I'm... Read more
It's been a while and so much has happened in so many facets of my life.
here's a speedy rundown on diet and fitness:
DIET - I went off dair... Read more
I have numerous obesity related health issues on top of a genetic heart condition. All of them can be helped/overcome by a healthier lifestyle leadin... Read more
I'm bored today - and I am aware of it. I have stopped myself, twice already, standing in front of the open frig, pondering what looks good. Oh, I'm... Read more
My oldest grandson (Josh) plays Little League baseball and plays on a travel tournament team. They play some weekends, and always travel. This weeke... Read more
After a wild morning at church, it's time to get ready for the evening service with a monthly business meeting to follow. Prayers would be appreciated... Read more
I went for walk with a neighbor. The weather is beautiful with slight breeze. I felt better today than yesterday. I look forward to having all my ener... Read more
So I was riding home from the most amazing service we’ve had at PV for I dunno, but glory to God it was awesome, and I gotta to thinkin’ (imagine that... Read more
Today I am present. I am here and I breath. Today I treat my body well - and healthy. This journey into loving me is hard. I have become aware of... Read more
So the 5% challenge this week is just what I need to help me keep going. I opened my Food Diary but I rarely use it to track. I think knowing it helps... Read more
Went out to meet my old co-workers & friends for brunch this morning. It was a fun time, though (1) depressing that I had to say that there've been no... Read more
As of today I weight 275 point something or other. So disappointed. And still don't even really want to do something about it. My mind says I've got t... Read more
You may have seen several ingredients with the word "gum" in them. Locust bean gum, xanthan gum, guar gum, cellulose gum, even carrageenan and agar ar... Read more
SO TODAY I STARTED WITH ANGIE IN REGULAR PANTIES. SHE WILL BE 3 NEXT MONTH. I HAVE A POTTY CHART, POTTY READY, WIPES TO WIPE HER AND HER MESSES, AND A... Read more
The weather in the early mornings has been perfect for an active lifestyle. Yesterday the group of ladies KALIGIRL refers to as "the biker babes" got... Read more
I had a great weigh in today. I'm really proud of the work I've put in & the mental connections I'm making.
However, I wasn't able to have lunch u... Read more
Last night was the worst nights sleep I have had in a long time I could not stop coughing and I was afraid of waking hubby so ended up getting up and... Read more
Even though it rained like hell today ... me and my fiance did 5 miles of interval training. I was a good way to stay cool while heating up,and it was... Read more
Read an old SP article today and was reminded once again of some good tips to get started, or, make a comeback.
1. Write out your goals.
2.... Read more
Summer produce is overflowing--and cheap! Whether you grow it or buy it, it's easy to preserve your food so that you can save money and eat better long after the harvest is over.
