Things seem to be all coming together now. I am almost done with my first MBA class. I just took my final and I just have to write my last paper for the class. Then onto my second class. No rest for me! Monday ends class 1 and class 2 starts Tuesday! It's really rewarding that I can see an end product. Unless I really bomb this paper I did really good in the class. I just have to keep it up. I know its going to get harder.
The weight keeps coming off. But I really need to do more strength training. This is the part that is going to bug me. The weight is dropping, but the skin is still there. Again, I just have to buckle down and get going on it. Now that "school" season is upon us, I feel like I will get into a routine. Eric is back to school on Monday, and I have school online at night, and work during the day. So its either get up earlier (which will probably happened) and do my workouts, or stay up later after class... not likely!
Saturday, August 28, 2010
Sunday, August 22, 2010
A New Light...
After a year and a half of having computer problems it finally got fixed. With just a little bit of time, 2 and a half hours on the phone with dell, it is like brand new. I was finally willing to pay this time because it was getting to the point where I couldn't stand it anymore, so I broke down and called. But! with my surprise, I didn't have to pay. All this time I thought I had to pay to talk to them really wasn't the case, in my case! So anyways, the lesson... just do it!
Eating is going better. I took a step back a little and started somewhat over. I am a little frustrated because I feel like I am not doing what I need to do. But I know I am really ok. I am taking it slow, and focusing on my protein. I think the major problem was not going grocery shopping and thinking that I can go back to my old ways. That was a huge mistake! I was sick for like 2 weeks. So I said, ok... Becky... just do it! I went to the grocery store, and got things I know I can eat. Cheese sticks, cottage cheese, protein shakes, eggs, etc. I even went to the ice cream section. I haven't had ice cream since the liver reduction diet started on June 18th. And we all know, ice cream is my down fall. So I went to the section, and looked through all the labels. And said... what have I done? Was this all really worth it? And then... it hit me... it was! I am down 60 pounds! I have never lost this much weight before. It was worth it. So, starring at the ice cream sections... I looked at a couple more labels and saw..... no sugar added ice cream bars!! I was in heaven! Now, I can't over do it... but I did try one last night. It was hot, and I really wanted it. And it was so good! I found my ice cream! But... my plan is only to have 1 a week and on the weekends! That way, I don't over do it. I have eaten pizza and all kinds of salads. Went to Red Lobster, and this new Tai place. And what I have learned, its all about reading the labels and ingredients. 60 pounds is worth it. When I get to my goal, I know it will all be worth it. I am now fitting into jeans I never thought I would fit into again. I held onto them, for whatever reason, and now they are too big for me! In about 10-20 more pounds I will go out and get some new clothes. Not much, just some stuff to get me to winter.
Coming up on my last week of my first class is so exciting. I can't believe I am this close to finishing my first master's class. I am very proud of myself and the work I am doing. I am learning alot from others and learning more about myself. It really keeps me busy and I have to sacrifice somethings, but its all about planning things out. One more week of this class and then on to the next!
Eating is going better. I took a step back a little and started somewhat over. I am a little frustrated because I feel like I am not doing what I need to do. But I know I am really ok. I am taking it slow, and focusing on my protein. I think the major problem was not going grocery shopping and thinking that I can go back to my old ways. That was a huge mistake! I was sick for like 2 weeks. So I said, ok... Becky... just do it! I went to the grocery store, and got things I know I can eat. Cheese sticks, cottage cheese, protein shakes, eggs, etc. I even went to the ice cream section. I haven't had ice cream since the liver reduction diet started on June 18th. And we all know, ice cream is my down fall. So I went to the section, and looked through all the labels. And said... what have I done? Was this all really worth it? And then... it hit me... it was! I am down 60 pounds! I have never lost this much weight before. It was worth it. So, starring at the ice cream sections... I looked at a couple more labels and saw..... no sugar added ice cream bars!! I was in heaven! Now, I can't over do it... but I did try one last night. It was hot, and I really wanted it. And it was so good! I found my ice cream! But... my plan is only to have 1 a week and on the weekends! That way, I don't over do it. I have eaten pizza and all kinds of salads. Went to Red Lobster, and this new Tai place. And what I have learned, its all about reading the labels and ingredients. 60 pounds is worth it. When I get to my goal, I know it will all be worth it. I am now fitting into jeans I never thought I would fit into again. I held onto them, for whatever reason, and now they are too big for me! In about 10-20 more pounds I will go out and get some new clothes. Not much, just some stuff to get me to winter.
Coming up on my last week of my first class is so exciting. I can't believe I am this close to finishing my first master's class. I am very proud of myself and the work I am doing. I am learning alot from others and learning more about myself. It really keeps me busy and I have to sacrifice somethings, but its all about planning things out. One more week of this class and then on to the next!
Monday, August 16, 2010
Hard Time
Having a little bit of a hard time with food lately. I don't think I really realized how much I really liked food until it started to make me sick. It seems like the littlest of things just don't settle right. I eat one thing one day - and then eat the leftovers the next and it doesn't settle the same way. Am I going to have to live off string cheese for the rest of my life? I guess I was trying things too soon too much. I see all these flavors and I just want to try everything. I am tired of chicken and fish cooked the same way. But I am not a creative person at all. I need someone to cook for me - for free! Any takers??? I didn't think so! That's ok, maybe someday I will get used to this. Getting a little frustrated, but I know it's not the end of the world.
Saturday, August 14, 2010
Can't be Lazy
Things come when you least expect it. My life has changed so much in the last 8 months I can't even believe it. I am on my way to a greater education. I am on my way to being healthy. I am on my way to a great career. Hard work, dedication, and determination pays off. Doesn't mean I can go lazy, I have to keep doing what I am doing, and greater things will come for me. Maybe I am finally growing up and realizing what I can be and will be. Right now I have all these feelings inside of me that I don't know how to express. I am very happy right now and I know that things are going to get better as long as I stay on my path!
Sunday, August 8, 2010
Milestones
It just doesn't feel like I have any down time anymore. I guess that is what I get for going back to school. In the long run it will be worth it, but I am tired all the time. Work, school, take care of the house, bed, work, school.... and so on. Well, I am going to take advantage of it now - I rather be busy then bored!
I went out to a restaurant for the first time yesterday! We went to perkins for breakfast! I did so good! I couldn't eat my whole breakfast, but I made smart choices. Fruit instead of potatoes, veggie omlete with some ham, and whole wheat toast not just white. I really wanted something other then water to drink, but I couldn't right now. Maybe later down the line. I was a little nervous because I have tried some stuff lately and got sick... but for the most part I am doing well. Really trying to get my protein in. Then I went to a family party last night and was able to actually eat! I took a little of everything and couldn't finish my plate! I even tried some birthday cake. I ate maybe a 1/4 of a teaspoon of frosting, and then ate most of the cake part. But I didn't have a big piece at all. I did very well - I am feeling good. Last week I made the 50 pound mark - so I am on my second goal of 50 pounds. It will be a little harder - but I go to the doctors tomorrow and get cleared to excersize.
School is going well. I am half way through my first class. So far I am doing well. It gets harder each week and more reading and more papers. But I am liking it. Learning from each other is a great feeling. People from all over the world who have different experiences you can learn a lot from.
Eric hit the one year mark last week for quiting smoking. I wasn't sure if he could do it, but now - he won't even go near it. I just can't believe he used to smoke for all those years. But I am very proud of him for making it through year one. Especially doing it cold turkey! Now on to year 2!
I went out to a restaurant for the first time yesterday! We went to perkins for breakfast! I did so good! I couldn't eat my whole breakfast, but I made smart choices. Fruit instead of potatoes, veggie omlete with some ham, and whole wheat toast not just white. I really wanted something other then water to drink, but I couldn't right now. Maybe later down the line. I was a little nervous because I have tried some stuff lately and got sick... but for the most part I am doing well. Really trying to get my protein in. Then I went to a family party last night and was able to actually eat! I took a little of everything and couldn't finish my plate! I even tried some birthday cake. I ate maybe a 1/4 of a teaspoon of frosting, and then ate most of the cake part. But I didn't have a big piece at all. I did very well - I am feeling good. Last week I made the 50 pound mark - so I am on my second goal of 50 pounds. It will be a little harder - but I go to the doctors tomorrow and get cleared to excersize.
School is going well. I am half way through my first class. So far I am doing well. It gets harder each week and more reading and more papers. But I am liking it. Learning from each other is a great feeling. People from all over the world who have different experiences you can learn a lot from.
Eric hit the one year mark last week for quiting smoking. I wasn't sure if he could do it, but now - he won't even go near it. I just can't believe he used to smoke for all those years. But I am very proud of him for making it through year one. Especially doing it cold turkey! Now on to year 2!
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