My last weight related blog was posted on March 29th. I figure it's time for an update. I have chosen not to keep track of pounds - it just depresses me or makes me feel like I've failed if I go a week or two without losing anything. I did write down my starting weight (I'm not telling) so that I could see my progress long term.
A few weeks ago, I got to see that progress. We had a free health screening at work and, of course, they weighed me. I have lost almost 30 pounds!!!!! That's not even what I'm most excited about. When I started this little journey, I was wearing a size 24! I know, I know, I carry it well :) Guess what size I'm wearing right now?!?!? A 16!!!!! That's one size away from what I was when I was in high-school! I'm excited because that's kind of my half way point. I can see the light at the end of the tunnel.
I had another fun surprise this morning. When I was 16, my dad bought me a diamond ring for my birthday. We had it sized to fit my middle finger. Now, I haven't been able to wear it on my middle finger since I was about 20 because my fingers are too fat. I picked it up this morning and put it on. Guess what finger it's on?!!?!? That's right! My middle finger!!!!
The neat thing is, it's not that hard. Yes, it takes a conscious effort and it does require some change and adjustment but it's not hard. I don't know that I'll ever give up my morning Mt Dew. I still go out to eat with friends. I still eat buttered popcorn at the movies. And every once in a while, when I feel like it, I'll stop by Mickey D's or Runza (if you're not from Nebraska you won't understand) on my way home. I almost NEVER snack. BUT, I don't eat it as often and I don't eat as much at a time. I think one of the biggest things is just adding more fruits and vegetables, then you don't have room for that other junk.
I haven't adopted an exhausting exercise regime. I just walk when I have time. I clean more and move around more when I'm at home. Little things have a HUGE impact.
See? Easy peasy lemon squeezy!
Stay tuned for more updates in another 7 months :) Maybe by then, I'll be a size 8! Who am I kidding, I'd settle for 10 or 12 :)
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9 comments:
WAY TO GO, DESI!!!! You must feel great! You must post pictures!
Hugs,
Erin
Wow, that's so awesome Desi! The small things, man, they really do go a long way. I wish it was easy to realize that (for me, cuz it's not) in the moment. Anyway, way to go and keep up the good work!
Love,
Jen
P.S. Pics Pics Pics!
Woo hoo! When we got married, I cut Aubrey's Mt. Dew right out of the grocery budget. But my brother-in-law has one every morning. What is up with that? It's like the Mormon coffee.
WOHOO! That is suh-weet. I'm really proud of you.
Daven says: Try Hansen's Natural Soda. It's made with pure sugar cane and it's a lot healthier and tastes almost as good as Mt. Dew (this coming from a former Mt. Dew addict)
Savanna: I've never heard of that soda, but I suppose it wouldn't hurt to do a little research.
luv ya!
You-go-girl! I am so proud of you. You have found what works for you and like you said, it's really not that hard or that much of a change for you. Just little changes here and there. I was a Dr. Pepper addict and I just barely quit all together. I didn't like being addicted to something. It's not as hard as a thought it would be.
Great job!! I was going to ask you if you have lost weight. You look great!!!
Way to go!!!!! I am so proud of you. BTW - eat a Runza for me. We don't have them here and that has been one of my BIGGEST cravings.
Hormones mean one thing for me: clomid. It makes me feel like a "natural" woman.
Way to go girl! You're downright inspiring!
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