Another year older

Well, I just celebrated my 32nd birthday. It was great. I feel so good in this slimmer body. Since my actual birthday fell on Sunday, we knew that we'd be busy much of the day so we celebrated on Saturday.

I went to my weight watchers meeting first thing. I usually leave just before 7am to ensure that I get a seat for the 7:30 mtg. There are over 100+ people that come to the meeting that I attend. If you're late, you ususally have to stand. Anyway, I was very pleased at my weigh in, 1.4 lbs lost this week. Whoo Hoo! I then went to get my hair done at the beauty school. It was so relaxing. Ms. China Ellis can really rock some hair.

Taurus and I kind of goofed off a little bit, playing around the house. We went to dinner at Furr's Fresh Buffet. They have a lot of healthy options, however, since it was my birthday, I did splurge and have some fried catfish and a slice of chocolate cake. Not to worry, I'm working it off all week. I increased my workouts from 30 minutes to 45 minutes on the elliptical. Then we took the girls to mom and dad's so that we could have some much needed "alone time". It was a great day.

In addition, Taurus bought me the clothes and a cell phone. So it was a great birthday. Then on Sunday, we had life group after church and everyone sang Happy Birthday. We had cake and I got a couple of unexpected gifts. God Rocks!! I had a wonderful 32nd birthday.

Less of Me, Wk#13

This week I lost 1.4lbs for a total of 24.2 lbs lost, which means that I now weigh 186.6 lbs. I am so excited. I'm only 0.8 away from reaching my 25lb mark. I went to the store this week and purchased some really cute knit tops that I could have never worn before. They show off my figure and you can't see any fat rolls in the back. It's been a long time since I wore anything like this. It felt great and I got them at a great price too. I also got a pair of jordache jeans, size 14. I haven't worn a size 14 since my fisrt year of marriage. This working out thing is not so bad either. I used to dread working out. Now, I kind of look forward to it. It gives me so much more energy and it's helping me really pull off the pounds. Wow, What a transformation! My mindset has really changed. I've not just changed my diet but my lifestyle. 2009 is my year. To God be the glory!

Less of Me, Wk#12

Whoo Hoo! I did it. I broke the 20 lb mark. This week I lost 4.4 lbs for a total of 22 lbs. I am now 188 lbs. I haven't been at this weight for almost 8 years. I think I was around 180 or 185 when Taurus and I got married. Anyway, I am so excited! Can't you tell?

I needed to lose 21 lbs to make my 10% and I exceeded that. God is so good. At my weight watchers meeting today, I was given a special award for losing 10% of my original body weight. It's a copper key chain in the shape of the number 10. As I reach more goals I get different charms to add to it. It feels great to have made it this far. Now, only 48 more pounds to go. I'm on my way. No one can stop me now.

Less of Me, Wk#11

Sorry, I have been slow about blogging this week. I was totally disappointed to weigh in and see that I gained 0.8 lbs this week. I weigh 192.4 lbs for a total of 18.4 lbs lost. Complete bummer! I even worked out this week for the 1st time. I really worked out vigorously. Although I am disappointed, I am not giving up. I didn't take my measurements before hand but I am sure that I have lost inches b/c some pants that I've been wearing are super loose now. When I went to lift my hands in worship at church on Wednesday night, I felt my pants drop below my stomach. I quickly grabbed my jacket and put it on so it wouldn't be so obvious. I've been told that I probably gained water weight and that I should see the results on the scale next week. I sure hope so.

My girls are growing up

Trinity just had her 5th birthday and Madison had her 1st. It doesn't seem like it's been that long. Now, Maddi is walking everywhere. It is so cute seeing her move from room to room with confidence. Trinity is so long. We have to buy size 6 slim for her just because the 5s are too short. Can you beleive that? Thank God they got their height from their daddy. Here are some pics from the girls' birthday party.

Less of Me, Wk#10

Well, this week wasn't too bad. I did not reach my 10% goal yet but I am on my way. This week I lost 0.8 lbs, bringing my total weight loss to 19.2 lbs. So I now currently weigh 191.6 lbs. Not bad for 10 weeks of work. Now the fun part begins.

For the past 10 weeks, I've focused solely on changing my diet. This week, I plan to add exercise into the mix. A good family friend, Carol, gave me an elliptical machine. Yes that's right, she GAVE it to me. Don't tell me God is not good! Now, I can workout whenever I want. I'm taking it slow at first. I don't want to get overwhelmed. It's going great. I feel really good.

I've never been so excited. All I can say is, "Thank you Lord!". I also re-adjusted my total weight loss goal. Instead of losing 65 lbs, I now want to lose 70lbs total, bringing me down to 140 lbs. If I keep up the same pace, I'll be at goal this summer. Can you beleive that? I have tunnell vision. My goal in within reach. I can hardly wait.