Short Term Goal

I want to weight 159!!!!! I want to get on that scale and see these magic numbers of 159!!!!

And when I see those numbers, there is going to be a line on it, because under no circumstances should I EVER weigh more than 159. That will be my temporary line!!

Do you have a short term goal? Are you trying your hardest to meet it?

Breakfast
Pineapple = 2 points

Fruit Dip = 2 points

Snack
Grapes and String Cheese = 2 points
Lunch
Sandwich with Bagel Thin, Turkey ham, Lite Provolone, Lettuce and Mustard = 3 points
Chips = 2 points
WW chocolate Cake = 1 point
Snack
Grapes and String Cheese = 2 points

Dinner will be
Salad = 2 points
Turkey Burger = 3 points
1/2 Skinny Cow = 1 point

Total = 20 points

Last night I walked for an hour.

sea ya!!

Grocery List

I'm the kind of person that needs a grocery list, because I am always in a hurry and because my mind cannot remember what I need. As I need things, I add them to the list. If I am trying a new recipe, I add the items to the list. The grocery list is so important now, because it is a major part of being prepared for the rest of the week. I can't even imagine if I were out of grapes lol I eat certain things every day, and I want to make sure that I do not run out!!

As you shop, it is also important to try a new item every week. Even though I mainly eat the same things every week, the taste buds like something new. Take the time to find a new low calorie snack or a new spice to add to the food.

DO NOT go to the grocery store hungry. You will be out of control and might give in to a temptation! I used to go on an empty stomach and then by the time I made it home, I would have eaten about 4 points of a snack food. Now I do my groceries after dinner.

If you are on Weight Watchers, always take your point finder with you. Know the points of a food, before bringing it home. More or less 50 calories is one point.

Do you have any tricks for Grocery Shopping?

Breakfast:

Oh's cereal = 2 points

Milk 1 % = 2 points

Snack:

Grapes and String Cheese = 2 points

Lunch:

1 Bagel Thin = 1 point

1 Veggie Patty = 2 points

Chips = 2 points

WW cake = 1 point

Snack:

Grapes and String Cheese = 2 points

So far = 14 points

Dinner will be:

Veggie Soup = 0 points

Salad = 2 points

Shrimp = 2 points

Skinny Cow Sandwich = 2 points

Total = 20 points

Yesterday, I walked for an hour, then I walked the dogs for 15 minutes!! I also put the mat by the TV and did 4 sets of 25 sit ups.

sea ya!

Weigh In Day and Weekend Update

Here are the numbers for today:

Starting Weight: 170
Last Weeks Weigh In: 164.5
Today's Weight: 162.5
Weight Loss This Week: 2 lbs
Total Weight Loss: 7.5 lbs
Goal Weight: 135

I really wanted a 3 pound loss, but I will definitely take the 2!! I am so proud of myself!!!!

This weekend was a hard one to stay on track. I had an all day party on Saturday. I knew I had to be prepared, so I packed some fruits and made the fruit dip that I mentioned in another post. My fruits were so good!!! Everyone enjoyed them, and they didn't even realize that they were sugar free and fat free!!

On Mother's Day, there were alot of goodies to eat at the in-laws. Before I left the house, I had a good breakfast, so I was not starving when I got there. I tasted everything in moderation. When I got home I had a nice salad and some veggie soup.

I walked like crazy on Friday, Saturday and Sunday. Also did some biking and went to the gym once. Staying active is so good for the metabolism and for your well being!

Herman is also doing very very well. His starting weight was 275 and he is now at 250....a 25 pound weight loss!

A few people have been telling me how much they are enjoying my blog, which makes me happy. Now I wish, they would leave comments, because the comments are motivators for me and anyone else that reads this.

Breakfast:
1 Bagel Thin = 1 point
1 egg = 2 points
jelly and creme cheese = 1 point
OJ = 1 point

Snack:
Grapes = 1 point
String Cheese = 1 point

Lunch:
Veggie Patty = 2 points
1 Bagel Thin = 1 point
Chips = 2 points
WW cake = 1 point

Snack:
Grapes = 1 point
String Cheese = 1 point

so far = 15 points

Dinner will be a turkey burger meat and a green salad. = 5 points
Skinny cow ice cream = 1 point

Total for the day = 21 points.

Am I in control or what? lol Time to fill up the jugs for my drinking water!!

sea ya!

Weekend Time Again!!

Yesssss, it's weekend time again. I am still in the zone and I am excited for all the exercise this weekend!!! I plan on playing tennis, going to the gym, biking, walking and swimming. I will do good in the food department and be totally prepared. Don't let all your hard work go to waste by ruining your weekend.....fight for your goals!!!

Today's Breakfast:
Egg McMuffin = 6 points (You can make this sandwich only 5points if you do not use the creme cheese and jelly. 1 Bagel Thin, 1 egg, 1 lite provolone and turkey ham)
OJ = 1 point

Snack:
grapes and String Cheese = 2 points

Lunch:
1 Hebrew Nat'l 97" fat free Hotdog = 1 point
1 hot dog bread = 2 points
Chips - 2 points
WW cake = 1 point

Snack:
grapes and String Cheese = 2 points

So far = 17 points

Dinner will be a nice green salad with spritzer Asian Silk vinaigrette dressing and Salad Toppings, grilled chicken and veggie soup. Dessert will be half of a Skinny Cow ice cream Sandwich = 4 points

Total = 21 points

I wonder how much I will weigh on Monday? Can't wait to find out!

Have a fantastic weekend and be in control!!!

sea ya on Monday!

Busy Busy Busy

I tried so hard to write a blog yesterday, but time did not allow me. Sorry!!

I had a great day yesterday. I woke at 6:30am and went for a 50 minute walk, showered, ate breakfast and then got my mom ready for a doctor's appointment.

I made sure to pack some snacks, so that I can avoid temptation.

When I got home, I barbecued some chicken with a nice, big salad that tasted like heaven!!!

Since I missed work yesterday, I had alot of catch up at work also, so the blogging got a little delayed in the day.

Life will always be hectic and busy, but if you commit to something, then you must find a way to get it done. NO EXCUSES to just quit and let one day turn into two, then three, then before you know it, you have quit and there is no more commitment. BE PASSIONATE!!! When you are passionate about something, then you will have the energy and the will to get it done!!

The weekend is around the corner and I am looking forward to the next weigh in!!

We had a lunch celebration at Weight Watchers at Work today, and I ate about 8 points. I did eat a yummy fruit dip that is so easy to make.

FRUIT DIP

1 small package of Jello Sugar Free Instant Vanilla Pudding

1 cup of milk

Mix those 2 first and then mix that into a tub of Fat Free Cool Whip.

It's heavenly!!!!!! I forgot the points, but I believe it's one point per TBSP.

Well, that is it for today. I usually write my blogs up at home the night before and post them in the afternoon. That schedule really works for me. Gotta find what works for you and JUST DO IT!

sea ya!!!

Setting my first goal

I will be going on a couple of vacations in June, so it's time to set a goal now. Is a 3 pound weight lost every week attainable?? I think its possible, but it may be a little too much. I have 5 weigh ins before vacation, so lets say between 10 - 15 pounds. It is definitely doable. 10 for sure and 15, we can strive for =).

I didn't get to walk last night, because I did grocery, then cooked, then clean, then just did stuff. NOT GOOD!!!! I need to make time. It has to be a priority. I need to get out of the house at 7pm and exercise till 8pm. It must be part of my routine and nothing should stop that. Unfortunately, today, I am having a get together with some old friends and I won't be home till later.......sooooo no exercise today either. Tomorrow, I WILL EXERCISE!!!!

Food wise:

Breakfast:

Grapes and string cheese = 2 points

Fiber Plus Bar = 2 points

I went out to eat lunch with the girls and we ate at Borgello Bistro at the Falls. DELICIOUS!!!

I had one coconut shrimp, a little calamari and an incredible fresh salad with a few bites of dessert. I will count it all as 16 points. It is so hard to be accurate on points when you are eating out =(

Dinner will also be unknown, because everyone is bringing something to eat. I must be determined today!!! I will get a plate and eat only 5 points worth of food and no drinks. I will concentrate on the conversation and enjoy the company. NO CHOICE!!!

I have set a goal and now I must work at achieving it!!!

Do you have any real goals set?

sea ya!!

Weigh In Day - Weekend Update

So are you curious to see how I did this week??

Starting Weight: 170
Last Weeks Weigh In: 167.5
Today's Weight: 164.5
Weight Loss This Week: 3 lbs
Total Weight Loss: 5.5 lbs
Goal Weight: 135



Yaaaaaaaaaay..I AM IN THE ZONE!!!!!!

If you are wondering what zone that is.... it's the zone where one of the most important things in my life right now is LOSING WEIGHT!! It's the zone where you plan your eating strategy and you follow it. It's the zone where you do not starve and you do not fill up like a fat pig. It's the zone where you are happy to sweat and exercise. It's the zone where you are looking forward to jumping on the scale. I AM IN THE ZONE!!!!!!

Not only am I happy that I had a good weight loss. Herman, my husband, is weighing less than he has in years!!! He started out at 275 and since he is not working now... he is not eating out and he is only eating what I give him. He is now weighing.....drum rolls..........258!!!!!! I am so proud of him!!! He lost 17 pounds and that is without exercising. He is so motivated now, that today he started his exercise plan and he finally refilled his diabetic pills and is on his weigh to a new and improved Herman!!!

Can I say how much easier it is to eat right when everyone in the household is on the plan!!

Food Journal for today:

Breakfast:
All Bran Cereal and milk = 4 points
Snack:
Grapes and String Cheese - 2 points
Lunch:
Bagel Thin, turkey ham, lite provolone, tomato = 3 points
Veggie Soup = 0 points
Chips = 2 points
WW Chocolate cake = 1 point
Snack:
Grapes and String Cheese = 2 points

Total so far = 14 points

Dinner will be:
Salad: 1 point
Turkey Sausage = 4 points
1/2 Skinny Cow Ice Cream Sandwich = 1

Total for the day = 20

I will also be walking for 50 minutes tonight.

Are YOU in the Zone? Want to join me? If you want to do it, you CAN do it....just put your mind to it and Do It!!!! NO MORE EXCUSES!!!!

wooooooooohoooooooooooooooo I am so happy!!!


Sea ya!!