Since starting WW, I have learned that I'm an emotional eater. I feel like I have done a really good job combating those feelings and that reaction (bad day=bad food).
But today? This week? Not so much. I don't know what's going on. I feel like my world is falling apart around me. I have my husband, my puppies, my house, food in the fridge and on the table, and extended family. I have the basics and even more. My husband is my rock - he has been since LITERALLY the day I met him.
I don't know what my deal is. David thinks maybe I'm pregnant. I don't know. And then I get scared because can we really afford it right now? We've been trying so long, but the renters we have in our old house are horrible. They were - yes were - friends of ours. And I know realize that it was stupid to do that. But, we've tried everything to help them - and thought them being there would be a good situation for all involved. But, they continually screw us over and I barely even get an I'm Sorry. I feel like we work our asses off - I have 3 jobs (one is only 8 hrs on Saturday, but still...), David has 2 and is in school. And we have nothing to show for it. Oh, wait. Yes we do. We have $30 in our bank account until next Friday. Yeah, not sure how that's going to work.
I love my students. My para is good. My school is okay. But, I'm just not happy there this week. The year I started I was hired in November, so I'm a year behind where I should be for "tenure" - when I can actually move around outside of my school. My principal last year had the opportunity to put me in the Kindergarten classroom that I would have killed for. She didn't. She could have put me one of the 2 3rd grade classrooms that I would have enjoyed. But she didn't. She hired 3 new teachers that SUCK. Seriously - they suck. And I'm stuck in a grade that is burning me out to no end. So, now I have my masters - I should be able to move right? Nope! Just because I'm not tenured they won't even CONSIDER me until *possibly* this summer, and probably not even then. We can't afford for me to get my Iowa license because of our renters and everything else, so I'm stuck at my school another year. I thought about trying to get into another district in Omaha, but what's the point when I want to come to Iowa next year - or the school year after we have our first baby.
One of my coworkers made a nasty comment about the fact that "I can't afford XYZ because I don't have a husband to support me." UM, excuse me? My husband and I work our asses off for what we have and we support each other. Then, she tells me that since "you live with your hubby" that I don't need to talk to him at all during the day. Again, let me explain my schedule to you bitch. I am LUCKY to see David 2 hrs a night 3 nights a week. He's at home, with me, in bed, one night a week. That's it. So, try that again. You see the guy you are fucking more than I even TALK to my husband. Why do people think that just because we're married means life is all fucking hunky-dory and rainbows and puppies?
So, back to the emotional eating... I've been hungrier than usual today - I didn't eat all my points yesterday, so I figured I would be a little hungry today. I packed lots of yummy veggies and fruit to get me through the day. So, how did I do? Well, I started off great with cereal for breakfast. I got to school and today was Friday treats. I usually resist, but today I had a big, soft, still slightly warm bagel - but, hey, the veggie cream cheese was reduced fat! Lunch? I had a McDonald's grilled chicken southwest salad. I figured out that with dressing, it's only 8 points (maybe 9), so a little high but not too bad..... Then, I proceeded to eat one of my Lindsor Truffles, another 1/2 bagel (this one wasn't plain so I know it was more points), and a handful of cheetos! I get home... shouldn't be hungry, right? Need to go to the gym, right? Nope. I'm gonna sit on my skinny ass and have 4 points of mexican rice. Then, I'm gonna pop open a bottle of white wine and heat up ~ 3 cups of the Taco Soup with cheese and sour cream! Oh, and I had saltines with that. And I'm still hungry. I have ice cream and chocolate cake (true, both are healthy) calling my name...... and it's only 6:42. My incision has been bothering me today, so I'm worried about going to the gym. If I could get off my ass, I'd do my walking video. But, probably not a good idea with 1/2 glass of wine in me.
I still have to go deal with our renters - I don't plan on being nice. If David were with me, we would be telling them they have 1 month to stop fucking us over or they could start packing their bags. But, I'm by myself. So, I'm going to ream them and tell them that if it happens one more month, we will change the lease to reflect that if we go into our overdraft protection because they don't pay their rent on time (we still pay the mortgage payment on time so it doesn't hurt our credit), then they will have to pay that money back to us. And I'm going to tell them that I'm done with their "friendship." You never answer your phone when I call - I leave messages just to see how you're feeling because you've had bronchitis and other stuff going on.... I'm done. I will be here every month on the 10th of the month to pick up your rent. The lease says your responsible for all repairs, but you will let us know when something is being repaired. And our friendship is over.
So, emotional eating sucks. I feel like a horrible wife, a hypocrite, a bad friend, a bad coworker, bad teacher, bad everything right now........ I don't know what's going on with me, but I'm getting sick of it. Hopefully tomorrow will be better!
Friday, January 30, 2009
Thursday, January 29, 2009
Turkey Enchilada Pie
David made this for my dad's birthday last night. It was really yummy but a little spicy for my taste. I think next time we will either leave the peppers out or cut the amount down.
POINTS® Value: 4
Servings: 6
Preparation Time: 15 min
Cooking Time: 30 min
Ingredients
1 spray(s) cooking spray
3/4 pound(s) lean ground turkey
1 medium onion(s), chopped
1 tsp chili powder
3 tbsp all-purpose flour
1 cup(s) fat-free skim milk
4 oz canned jalapeno peppers, drained and chopped
1/2 tsp ground cumin
3 large burrito-size wheat flour tortilla(s)
3 cup(s) tomato(es), chopped
10 tbsp low-fat shredded cheddar cheese
Instructions
Preheat oven to 350°F. Coat a large skillet with cooking spray. Heat skillet over medium heat. Place turkey, onion and chili powder in skillet and cook until turkey is browned, stirring occasionally to break up meat, about 8 minutes. Remove turkey mixture from skillet and set aside.
Place skillet over medium-high heat and add flour. Gradually add milk, stirring with a whisk until blended. Bring to a boil and then reduce heat to medium; simmer until thickened, about 2 minutes.
Remove skillet from heat; stir in turkey mixture, jalapenos and cumin.
Wrap tortillas in damp paper towels and microwave on HIGH until softened, about 15 seconds. Place 1 tortilla in bottom of a 9-inch pie plate. Spread 1/3 of turkey mixture over tortilla. Spoon 1 cup of tomato on top and sprinkle with 4 tablespoons (1/4 cup) of cheese. Repeat layers with remaining ingredients ending up with 2 tablespoons of cheese.
Cover pie plate with aluminum foil and cook until cheese melts and filling is warmed through, about 15 minutes. Let stand, covered, 2 minutes before cutting into 6 wedges.
POINTS® Value: 4
Servings: 6
Preparation Time: 15 min
Cooking Time: 30 min
Ingredients
1 spray(s) cooking spray
3/4 pound(s) lean ground turkey
1 medium onion(s), chopped
1 tsp chili powder
3 tbsp all-purpose flour
1 cup(s) fat-free skim milk
4 oz canned jalapeno peppers, drained and chopped
1/2 tsp ground cumin
3 large burrito-size wheat flour tortilla(s)
3 cup(s) tomato(es), chopped
10 tbsp low-fat shredded cheddar cheese
Instructions
Preheat oven to 350°F. Coat a large skillet with cooking spray. Heat skillet over medium heat. Place turkey, onion and chili powder in skillet and cook until turkey is browned, stirring occasionally to break up meat, about 8 minutes. Remove turkey mixture from skillet and set aside.
Place skillet over medium-high heat and add flour. Gradually add milk, stirring with a whisk until blended. Bring to a boil and then reduce heat to medium; simmer until thickened, about 2 minutes.
Remove skillet from heat; stir in turkey mixture, jalapenos and cumin.
Wrap tortillas in damp paper towels and microwave on HIGH until softened, about 15 seconds. Place 1 tortilla in bottom of a 9-inch pie plate. Spread 1/3 of turkey mixture over tortilla. Spoon 1 cup of tomato on top and sprinkle with 4 tablespoons (1/4 cup) of cheese. Repeat layers with remaining ingredients ending up with 2 tablespoons of cheese.
Cover pie plate with aluminum foil and cook until cheese melts and filling is warmed through, about 15 minutes. Let stand, covered, 2 minutes before cutting into 6 wedges.
Wednesday, January 28, 2009
Would you like to resume your journey?
We went to weigh-in tonight, and the weekly topic was goals. Weight loss really is a journey. Sometimes, people don't realize it. It's not like I went from an 18W to 12 overnight. It has taken me over a year.
My leader, Leah, read a little story from the Shot in the Arm book. It was about the GPS system, who gets "mad" when you go off your path. But, in the story, the person stopped at Applebees. When she restarted the car, the GPS asked "Would you like to resume your journey?" Rather than making them start all over........
Weight loss is a journey. When I stopped for my health and stress and everything else, I went back to Weight Watchers. I wasn't asked to start over - I was "asked" if I wanted to continue my journey. Obviously, I have done just that. Very powerful message!
So, the results.... I lost another 2.2 lbs! I normally don't post my actual weight, BUT I will say that I have hit a milestone and get to go to a winery now! I am definitely thinner than I have ever been - wearing a size 12 - and the only time I will ever go past that number again will be when I get pregnant.
Oh, today is Dad's birthday. Rather than taking him out, we decided to cook for him. We are making Enchilada Pie, which we've never made before. If it's good, I'll post it for you! We're also doing salad and a "mexican" rice mix (brown rice, black beans, diced tomatoes, corn, and jalepenos). This is David's favorite way to eat brown rice - practically the only!
My leader, Leah, read a little story from the Shot in the Arm book. It was about the GPS system, who gets "mad" when you go off your path. But, in the story, the person stopped at Applebees. When she restarted the car, the GPS asked "Would you like to resume your journey?" Rather than making them start all over........
Weight loss is a journey. When I stopped for my health and stress and everything else, I went back to Weight Watchers. I wasn't asked to start over - I was "asked" if I wanted to continue my journey. Obviously, I have done just that. Very powerful message!
So, the results.... I lost another 2.2 lbs! I normally don't post my actual weight, BUT I will say that I have hit a milestone and get to go to a winery now! I am definitely thinner than I have ever been - wearing a size 12 - and the only time I will ever go past that number again will be when I get pregnant.
Oh, today is Dad's birthday. Rather than taking him out, we decided to cook for him. We are making Enchilada Pie, which we've never made before. If it's good, I'll post it for you! We're also doing salad and a "mexican" rice mix (brown rice, black beans, diced tomatoes, corn, and jalepenos). This is David's favorite way to eat brown rice - practically the only!
Monday, January 26, 2009
Taco Soup
Here's another new recipe. I've heard lots of different versions of Taco Soup, but never tried it. Yet another easy, yummy recipe to add to the file!
POINTS® Value: 3 for 1 cup
Servings: ? (Not sure yet but it's alot!)
Preparation Time: 5 min
Cooking Time: 5 min or so
Ingredients
1 lb lean ground turkey
1 large can V8 juice
2 cans beans (any kind - I used kidney beans; drain a little but not all the way)
1 can corn (could use frozen or fresh during the summer)
2 cans Mexican style tomatoes
1 pkg taco seasoning
1 pkg ranch dressing mix
Directions
Cook and drain turkey
Put everything into a big pot and let it get hot.
*I topped my bowl with a tiny bit of cheese and sour cream, so I added a point for that. Super, super yummy!
POINTS® Value: 3 for 1 cup
Servings: ? (Not sure yet but it's alot!)
Preparation Time: 5 min
Cooking Time: 5 min or so
Ingredients
1 lb lean ground turkey
1 large can V8 juice
2 cans beans (any kind - I used kidney beans; drain a little but not all the way)
1 can corn (could use frozen or fresh during the summer)
2 cans Mexican style tomatoes
1 pkg taco seasoning
1 pkg ranch dressing mix
Directions
Cook and drain turkey
Put everything into a big pot and let it get hot.
*I topped my bowl with a tiny bit of cheese and sour cream, so I added a point for that. Super, super yummy!
Meatloaf Muffins
Okay, so this is by far the easiest WW recipe I've made! The sloppy joes are easy, too, but these are even easier! And they taste yummy too! :-) This recipe came from our WW leader.
POINTS® Value: 2
Servings: 12
Preparation Time: 5 min
Cooking Time: 30 min
Ingredients
1 lb lean ground turkey
1 egg
1 box stove top stuffing
1 cup water
1 onion, diced
1 green pepper, diced
Directions
Preheat oven to 350. Line a cupcake pan with cupcake liners and spray them with spray.
Mix everything together and put into the tins. Cook for 30 min.
POINTS® Value: 2
Servings: 12
Preparation Time: 5 min
Cooking Time: 30 min
Ingredients
1 lb lean ground turkey
1 egg
1 box stove top stuffing
1 cup water
1 onion, diced
1 green pepper, diced
Directions
Preheat oven to 350. Line a cupcake pan with cupcake liners and spray them with spray.
Mix everything together and put into the tins. Cook for 30 min.
Sunday, January 25, 2009
New hair and new current pic!
I am a very high maintenance girl! I LOVE getting my hair done. That is the one thing I ask David to keep, even when we cut our budget. A few weeks ago, I actually offered to stop getting my hair colored. Well, I asked if I could go once more to have her dye it to my natural color so it wouldn't look like shit growing out, but then I'd give it up for a year or two. David actually told me no! He said this was the one thing that I did for me and he didn't want me to lose it (he has hunting in the winter and golf in the summer, so he seems it's only fair!).
So, I went in on Thursday with my mid-winter boredom blues! I gave Jess free reign. I've been seeing her for 5 years and have never been unhappy. She is wonderful. She works at Blonde Salon in Omaha (they don't have a website or I'd link it). I went from my regular slightly lighter than natural brown with blonde streaks and slightly longer than shoulder blade length to:
Not the best pics in the world, but basically, she did an all over auburn that actually produced different shades (from where my hair had been highlighted before) and "peekaboo" highlights of darker blonde. We also cut it and wedged it a little - the front sits just below my shoulders and the back sits just above my shoulders. I really like it! Since my hair is naturally curly, I'll straighten it most days which is fine as long as I shower at night so it dries by morning! I may wear it curly some days, but I think it might "shrink" too much and not look cute.
Now, for the rest of the title: new current pic....
David and I had pictures taken today - should be back in 2 weeks. I wanted to get a new top so that I'd have something that fits. We had a few minutes, so I decided to try on a pair of jeans.
I ended up buying a pair of ---
ready??? ----
size 12 jeans!!!!! I have never, ever, ever worn a 12! I can button and zip and wear them comfortably! One of the cuts was slightly tighter, but these are the "easy fit" from Walmart and they fit awesome! Since that picture isn't the best, I'm calling this one my "current" pic:
I'm making Meatloaf Muffins tonight, so be prepared for a new recipe (hopefully). I'm planning on making Taco Soup tomorrow night, which makes tons of servings, so that will be a nice one to freeze and have on cold days! Can't wait to try them both!
So, I went in on Thursday with my mid-winter boredom blues! I gave Jess free reign. I've been seeing her for 5 years and have never been unhappy. She is wonderful. She works at Blonde Salon in Omaha (they don't have a website or I'd link it). I went from my regular slightly lighter than natural brown with blonde streaks and slightly longer than shoulder blade length to:
Not the best pics in the world, but basically, she did an all over auburn that actually produced different shades (from where my hair had been highlighted before) and "peekaboo" highlights of darker blonde. We also cut it and wedged it a little - the front sits just below my shoulders and the back sits just above my shoulders. I really like it! Since my hair is naturally curly, I'll straighten it most days which is fine as long as I shower at night so it dries by morning! I may wear it curly some days, but I think it might "shrink" too much and not look cute.
Now, for the rest of the title: new current pic....
David and I had pictures taken today - should be back in 2 weeks. I wanted to get a new top so that I'd have something that fits. We had a few minutes, so I decided to try on a pair of jeans.
I ended up buying a pair of ---
ready??? ----
size 12 jeans!!!!! I have never, ever, ever worn a 12! I can button and zip and wear them comfortably! One of the cuts was slightly tighter, but these are the "easy fit" from Walmart and they fit awesome! Since that picture isn't the best, I'm calling this one my "current" pic:
I'm making Meatloaf Muffins tonight, so be prepared for a new recipe (hopefully). I'm planning on making Taco Soup tomorrow night, which makes tons of servings, so that will be a nice one to freeze and have on cold days! Can't wait to try them both!
Thursday, January 22, 2009
I'm it!
My dear friend over at Wanting, Waiting, & Praying tagged me, and since my blog is all about randomness, this one is perfect!
It's 7 random things about me, and then 7 random people should be tagged. But, anybody who is reading this - consider yourself tagged! I'd hate to leave anybody out!
So, my randomness....
1. I got my hair cut tonight. I absolutely LOVE it! But, because I suck at taking pictures of myself, you will have to wait to see it until David gets home.
2. I love wine. Yeah, I know you know it. But, seriously. I love it. I could care less about any other alcohol unless the purpose is to get drunk. But, I could easily drink a glass or two or three of wine every night and not blink an eye!
3. We're getting family pics taken on Sunday. So excited!
4. I still have my Christmas tree up. Yeah, I'm lame. But, I love Christmas and don't want it to end.
5. I can't wait to do stuff to our house. David and I have talked about all the things we want to do, starting with stripping border off the walls and painting!!!
6. I've given up buying my dogs toys. They destroy them. Case in point: I just had to clean up fuzz from all over my living room because Chewy wanted the squeaker out of the middle of the toy.
7. I'm tired and I'm going to bed on my flannel Rudolph the Red-nose Reindeer sheets that I love. Oh, and I'm sleeping in my green reindeer pants that I got for Christmas!
It's 7 random things about me, and then 7 random people should be tagged. But, anybody who is reading this - consider yourself tagged! I'd hate to leave anybody out!
So, my randomness....
1. I got my hair cut tonight. I absolutely LOVE it! But, because I suck at taking pictures of myself, you will have to wait to see it until David gets home.
2. I love wine. Yeah, I know you know it. But, seriously. I love it. I could care less about any other alcohol unless the purpose is to get drunk. But, I could easily drink a glass or two or three of wine every night and not blink an eye!
3. We're getting family pics taken on Sunday. So excited!
4. I still have my Christmas tree up. Yeah, I'm lame. But, I love Christmas and don't want it to end.
5. I can't wait to do stuff to our house. David and I have talked about all the things we want to do, starting with stripping border off the walls and painting!!!
6. I've given up buying my dogs toys. They destroy them. Case in point: I just had to clean up fuzz from all over my living room because Chewy wanted the squeaker out of the middle of the toy.
7. I'm tired and I'm going to bed on my flannel Rudolph the Red-nose Reindeer sheets that I love. Oh, and I'm sleeping in my green reindeer pants that I got for Christmas!
Wednesday, January 21, 2009
Weekly Weigh In....
Well, I was really good today - chose to avoid cookies (even though a coworker tried to sabotage me - in a fun-spirited way!), ate healthy lunch, etc.... And I wore my light-weight pants and top!
David weighed first - he lost 6 lbs this week, for a total of 22 this month! I asked him to get some pretzels or bars because I needed to eat - I usually have a 4:30 snack, but when I'm weighing in at 5:00, that's not such a good idea! And I went to weigh in..............
That's right ~~~ I lost 2.4 lbs this week for a total of 50.2 lbs! I got my new charm for my key ring, and I'm only 12 lbs away from lifetime! In the last year (and a week), I've gone from an 18/20W to a 12/14 depending on the brand! Since we're getting pictures done this weekend, you will have to wait until I get them back before a current pictures, but I don't look much different than I did a month ago.
I got a couple new recipes tonight, too, so stay tuned. One was Meatloaf Muffins and one was Taco Soup. We'll be trying both soon, so reviews and recipes will be coming.......
David weighed first - he lost 6 lbs this week, for a total of 22 this month! I asked him to get some pretzels or bars because I needed to eat - I usually have a 4:30 snack, but when I'm weighing in at 5:00, that's not such a good idea! And I went to weigh in..............
That's right ~~~ I lost 2.4 lbs this week for a total of 50.2 lbs! I got my new charm for my key ring, and I'm only 12 lbs away from lifetime! In the last year (and a week), I've gone from an 18/20W to a 12/14 depending on the brand! Since we're getting pictures done this weekend, you will have to wait until I get them back before a current pictures, but I don't look much different than I did a month ago.
I got a couple new recipes tonight, too, so stay tuned. One was Meatloaf Muffins and one was Taco Soup. We'll be trying both soon, so reviews and recipes will be coming.......
Tuesday, January 20, 2009
History, Dinner, and Wine!
Today was a big day in history. Barack Obama became president. My principal gave us permission to watch the festivities. Even though my students are only 4-5 yrs old, they came in that morning and telling me about Obama. I was surprised but figured, hey, they know about him, let's watch! They were very excited when he came out, and even though they didn't really understand what was happening, they knew he was special and they clapped when he came out before the swearing in! They loved the parade and got super excited when the Obama's got out of the limo to walk for a few blocks!
I had tutoring tonight, and then went to the gym. I had an AWESOME workout. I'm starting to really enjoy the hills program and finding it easier and easier. So, Thursday (tomorrow is my off day) I'm going to up the level and see how I do.
I came home and David had made Baked Ziti. We haven't had this for quite some time, but it is yummy and relatively easy. David asked me to serve it up and he threw some salad on the plates (I mixed some up a few days ago so it's ready to go when we want it).
So, you all know how much I love my wine! That's one of my weaknesses. When Corum's did their design show a few months ago, they invited Prairie Crossing to sell/offer tastings. David bought 3 bottles (he's my hero!), and we had saved one... then, we got strong on Weight Watchers again, and wine isn't always worth the 2 points for only 4 ounces.
Well, I told David that I was craving wine, so I wanted to have it one night for dinner. He said it sounded good, so we figured we would open a bottle of Windswept White. Last night didn't work because we worked out right after dinner. We had planned on tomorrow night because David was supposed to have fire training and I went to work out after tutoring. David didn't make it to training because he forgot he had to work, so he made a late dinner! YAY! So, we enjoyed our glass of wine.
Now, I had more than my 4 oz, closer to 6-7.... so I'm taking my 3 points and enjoying it! I can tell I haven't had wine for a while because I'm feeling a little tipsy. But, you know what? I've worked damn hard for that glass of wine! And, damn, it was yummy!
Tomorrow is weigh in. I am so excited because I know I'm doing well. I wore my size 16 pants to work today and they are falling off. I know that means I'm getting closer and closer to my 12s that I'm dying to get into! I've never ever been in a 12. In high school, when I started buying my own clothes, and paying attention to sizes, it was always 16 or higher.
Sunday, David and I are having pictures taken. I have a friend who is just getting into photography and is willing to try to get the puppies into the pictures! We're so excited!!!! I can't wait to see how they turn out - I know she will do an awesome job!
I had tutoring tonight, and then went to the gym. I had an AWESOME workout. I'm starting to really enjoy the hills program and finding it easier and easier. So, Thursday (tomorrow is my off day) I'm going to up the level and see how I do.
I came home and David had made Baked Ziti. We haven't had this for quite some time, but it is yummy and relatively easy. David asked me to serve it up and he threw some salad on the plates (I mixed some up a few days ago so it's ready to go when we want it).
So, you all know how much I love my wine! That's one of my weaknesses. When Corum's did their design show a few months ago, they invited Prairie Crossing to sell/offer tastings. David bought 3 bottles (he's my hero!), and we had saved one... then, we got strong on Weight Watchers again, and wine isn't always worth the 2 points for only 4 ounces.
Well, I told David that I was craving wine, so I wanted to have it one night for dinner. He said it sounded good, so we figured we would open a bottle of Windswept White. Last night didn't work because we worked out right after dinner. We had planned on tomorrow night because David was supposed to have fire training and I went to work out after tutoring. David didn't make it to training because he forgot he had to work, so he made a late dinner! YAY! So, we enjoyed our glass of wine.
Now, I had more than my 4 oz, closer to 6-7.... so I'm taking my 3 points and enjoying it! I can tell I haven't had wine for a while because I'm feeling a little tipsy. But, you know what? I've worked damn hard for that glass of wine! And, damn, it was yummy!
Tomorrow is weigh in. I am so excited because I know I'm doing well. I wore my size 16 pants to work today and they are falling off. I know that means I'm getting closer and closer to my 12s that I'm dying to get into! I've never ever been in a 12. In high school, when I started buying my own clothes, and paying attention to sizes, it was always 16 or higher.
Sunday, David and I are having pictures taken. I have a friend who is just getting into photography and is willing to try to get the puppies into the pictures! We're so excited!!!! I can't wait to see how they turn out - I know she will do an awesome job!
Saturday, January 17, 2009
Working out at home
So, I LOVE my gym, Prairie Life. But, it's about 30 min away from home. So, on Saturdays, when I work at the shop all day, I just don't feel like going. During the week, it's easier because I'm in Omaha already for work and if David is home, we either go together after dinner, or we meet there when I'm done tutoring.
On Saturdays... I'm just exhausted. I don't want to drive 30 minutes to go work out for 45 and then drive home again! That's not worth it! David let me get a video that looked good:
A walking video that I can do at home AND get strength training? I did it last week one night and really liked it. I did it again tonight because I took Thursday and Friday off - I think I was pushing myself too hard and my incision started hurting again - and wanted to do something.
Turns out, Leslie Sansone has a whole series of videos and stuff! She has a bunch of different videos and products. I got my video at Walmart, and I'm definitely going to get another one soon! The one I got happened to concentrate on hips and thighs, but she others that I'm sure are great!
Well, that's it for now.... I'm doing another Pilates class in the morning and then I have Monday off from school! YAY for a day off!!!
On Saturdays... I'm just exhausted. I don't want to drive 30 minutes to go work out for 45 and then drive home again! That's not worth it! David let me get a video that looked good:
A walking video that I can do at home AND get strength training? I did it last week one night and really liked it. I did it again tonight because I took Thursday and Friday off - I think I was pushing myself too hard and my incision started hurting again - and wanted to do something.
Turns out, Leslie Sansone has a whole series of videos and stuff! She has a bunch of different videos and products. I got my video at Walmart, and I'm definitely going to get another one soon! The one I got happened to concentrate on hips and thighs, but she others that I'm sure are great!
Well, that's it for now.... I'm doing another Pilates class in the morning and then I have Monday off from school! YAY for a day off!!!
Friday, January 16, 2009
Parmesan-Turkey Meatloaf
I think this is the meatloaf recipe David made last night. He cooked for a couple days since he was leaving, and this recipe was sitting open on the counter. If I'm wrong, this one still sounds yummy and I'll post the "real" one later.
POINTS® Value: 4
Servings: 8
Preparation Time: 10 min
Cooking Time: 50-60 min (then sits for 10 min)
Ingredients
1 tbsp olive oil
1 onion, finely chopped
1 1/4 pounds ground turkey breast
4 slices whole-wheat bread, made into fine crumbs
1/2 cup skim milk
1 egg white, lightly beaten
3 tbsp ketchup
2 tbsp grated Parmesan cheese
1 tsp minced fresh garlic
1 tbsp finely chopped fresh basil OR 1/2 tsp dried
1/4 tsp dried thyme
1/4 tsp freshly ground pepper
Directions
Preheat oven to 350; spray an 8x5 inch loaf pan with nonstick spray. In a small non-stick skillet, heat the oil. Saute the onion until tender, 4-5 minutes.
In a medium bowl, combine the onion, turkey, bread crumbs, milk, egg white, ketchup, cheese, garlic, basil, thyme, and pepper; blend well. Shape into a loaf and transfer to the pan.
Bake until browned and cooked through, 50-60 minutes. Let stand 10 minutes, then cut into 8 slices.
POINTS® Value: 4
Servings: 8
Preparation Time: 10 min
Cooking Time: 50-60 min (then sits for 10 min)
Ingredients
1 tbsp olive oil
1 onion, finely chopped
1 1/4 pounds ground turkey breast
4 slices whole-wheat bread, made into fine crumbs
1/2 cup skim milk
1 egg white, lightly beaten
3 tbsp ketchup
2 tbsp grated Parmesan cheese
1 tsp minced fresh garlic
1 tbsp finely chopped fresh basil OR 1/2 tsp dried
1/4 tsp dried thyme
1/4 tsp freshly ground pepper
Directions
Preheat oven to 350; spray an 8x5 inch loaf pan with nonstick spray. In a small non-stick skillet, heat the oil. Saute the onion until tender, 4-5 minutes.
In a medium bowl, combine the onion, turkey, bread crumbs, milk, egg white, ketchup, cheese, garlic, basil, thyme, and pepper; blend well. Shape into a loaf and transfer to the pan.
Bake until browned and cooked through, 50-60 minutes. Let stand 10 minutes, then cut into 8 slices.
Wednesday, January 14, 2009
Tagged (and other stuff)
Okay, first... weekly weigh in: David lost 4 lbs (YAY!), and I lost 2.6. This puts me back to where I was Dec 11, before all the holidays... YAY! I've been doing really good about going to the gym. I did my walking video on Sunday and then I've been to the gym the last 3 nights. I had a hard time getting through my 30 minutes tonight, but I did it! So, I think I might take tomorrow night off.
Then, the fun, blog-topic-starter from Nikki:
4 favorite memories from 2008:
Getting our new house; When my tutoring kid wrote his name!; Graduating with my master's; passing my comps (had to happen before I could graduate though)
4 favorite movies in 2008:
Sex in the City, Marley & Me, Horton Hears a Who, NOT MamaMia!
4 favorite foods in 2008:
I've tried lots of new things this year! I think my favorite recipes are Sloppy Joes, Chimichangas, Chicken Fingers, and the Overnight Egg Bake. Foods... sweet potatoes, WW ice cream!, Pink Lady apples, and cucumbers
4 places I loved in 2008:
I'm a whino, so: James Arthur Vineyard, Too Far North Tasting Room, Miletta Vista Winery, Prairie Creek Winery
4 things I liked in 2008:
Celebrating 1 year of marriage, joining Weight Watchers, joining a gym, graduating!
4 things I am looking forward to in 2009:
Getting pregnant, family reunion in June, hopefully getting a new position in my district, minimizing our debt!
4 people I tag:
Anybody who needs something to do!
Then, the fun, blog-topic-starter from Nikki:
4 favorite memories from 2008:
Getting our new house; When my tutoring kid wrote his name!; Graduating with my master's; passing my comps (had to happen before I could graduate though)
4 favorite movies in 2008:
Sex in the City, Marley & Me, Horton Hears a Who, NOT MamaMia!
4 favorite foods in 2008:
I've tried lots of new things this year! I think my favorite recipes are Sloppy Joes, Chimichangas, Chicken Fingers, and the Overnight Egg Bake. Foods... sweet potatoes, WW ice cream!, Pink Lady apples, and cucumbers
4 places I loved in 2008:
I'm a whino, so: James Arthur Vineyard, Too Far North Tasting Room, Miletta Vista Winery, Prairie Creek Winery
4 things I liked in 2008:
Celebrating 1 year of marriage, joining Weight Watchers, joining a gym, graduating!
4 things I am looking forward to in 2009:
Getting pregnant, family reunion in June, hopefully getting a new position in my district, minimizing our debt!
4 people I tag:
Anybody who needs something to do!
Tuesday, January 13, 2009
Maryland Crab Cakes
I LOVE crab cakes - this has been the worst part of eating healthy - crab cakes are traditionally not healthy. But, this recipe is healthy and they taste yummy too!
POINTS® Value: 7
Servings: 4
Preparation Time: 1 hr 10 min (or so)
Cooking Time: about 10 min
Ingredients
1 lb cooked crabmeat (we use canned crab because we can't find fresh anywhere)
3/4 cup bread crumbs
2 shallots, finely chopped
1/4 cup 1% milk (we used skim)
3 tbsp reduced-calorie mayonnaise
2 tbsp finely chopped fresh parsley
1 tsp Chesapeake Bay seasoning
1/4 tsp ground WHITE pepper
3 tbsp all purpose flour
1 tbsp butter
2 1/2 cups mixed green lettuce leaves
Directions
In a large bowl, combine the crabmeat, bread crumbs, shallots, milk, mayonnaise, parsley, Chesapeake Bay seasoning, and pepper. With moistened hands, form into 8 small round cakes; cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate 1 hour (we only refrigerated about 30 min and it was fine)
Place the flour on a sheet of wax paper; lightly coat each cake on both sides.
In a large nonstick skillet, melt the butter. Cook the crab cakes until golden brown and crispy, 4-5 minutes on each side. Line a platter with the greens; top with the crab cakes. (We just made a salad and served next to the crab cakes)
*They definitely aren't as "crispy" as fried ones at a restaurant, but I'll take a little less crispy and healthy over NOT healthy!
POINTS® Value: 7
Servings: 4
Preparation Time: 1 hr 10 min (or so)
Cooking Time: about 10 min
Ingredients
1 lb cooked crabmeat (we use canned crab because we can't find fresh anywhere)
3/4 cup bread crumbs
2 shallots, finely chopped
1/4 cup 1% milk (we used skim)
3 tbsp reduced-calorie mayonnaise
2 tbsp finely chopped fresh parsley
1 tsp Chesapeake Bay seasoning
1/4 tsp ground WHITE pepper
3 tbsp all purpose flour
1 tbsp butter
2 1/2 cups mixed green lettuce leaves
Directions
In a large bowl, combine the crabmeat, bread crumbs, shallots, milk, mayonnaise, parsley, Chesapeake Bay seasoning, and pepper. With moistened hands, form into 8 small round cakes; cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate 1 hour (we only refrigerated about 30 min and it was fine)
Place the flour on a sheet of wax paper; lightly coat each cake on both sides.
In a large nonstick skillet, melt the butter. Cook the crab cakes until golden brown and crispy, 4-5 minutes on each side. Line a platter with the greens; top with the crab cakes. (We just made a salad and served next to the crab cakes)
*They definitely aren't as "crispy" as fried ones at a restaurant, but I'll take a little less crispy and healthy over NOT healthy!
Sunday, January 11, 2009
Shrimp Marinara with Angel Hair Pasta
David and I both love pasta. Instead of Angel hair, we used the Smart Taste pasta by Ronzoni. It's actually healthier than the wheat pasta that we normally buy, and it tasted better too! David HATES the wheat pasta - it always seems dry and bland so until now, we've used the regular pasta that isn't healthy!
Anyways... here's the recipe:
POINTS® Value: 4
Servings: 4
Preparation Time: 10 min
Cooking Time: 12 min
Ingredients
1 9oz package refrigerated angel hair pasta
1 teaspoon olive oil
Cooking spray
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 1/2 pounds peeled and deveined large shrimp
1 (15.5 ounce) jar marinara sauce
1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
1 teaspoon crushed red pepper (Warning: don't use too much! It really goes a long way!)
Directions
Cook pasta according to package directions, omitting salt and fat. Drain.
While pasta cooks, heat oil in a large nonstick skillet coated with cooking spray over medium heat. Add garlic; cook 1 minute, stirring constantly. Add shrimp; cook 5 minutes or until shrimp are done, stirring often. Add marinara sauce, lime juice, and red pepper; cook until thoroughly heated.
Serve over pasta. Yields about 3/4 cup shrimp mixture and 3/4 cup pasta per serving.
Anyways... here's the recipe:
POINTS® Value: 4
Servings: 4
Preparation Time: 10 min
Cooking Time: 12 min
Ingredients
1 9oz package refrigerated angel hair pasta
1 teaspoon olive oil
Cooking spray
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 1/2 pounds peeled and deveined large shrimp
1 (15.5 ounce) jar marinara sauce
1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
1 teaspoon crushed red pepper (Warning: don't use too much! It really goes a long way!)
Directions
Cook pasta according to package directions, omitting salt and fat. Drain.
While pasta cooks, heat oil in a large nonstick skillet coated with cooking spray over medium heat. Add garlic; cook 1 minute, stirring constantly. Add shrimp; cook 5 minutes or until shrimp are done, stirring often. Add marinara sauce, lime juice, and red pepper; cook until thoroughly heated.
Serve over pasta. Yields about 3/4 cup shrimp mixture and 3/4 cup pasta per serving.
Chicken Fingers with Barbeque Sauce
Yet another favorite... David and I have been cooking 2-3 meals on Sundays and having left overs throughout the week. These reheat really well, so they are a new "staple" in our menu.
POINTS® Value: 4
Servings: 4
Preparation Time: 10 min
Cooking Time: 12 min
Ingredients
2 tbsp honey mustard
2 tbsp buttermilk
1/2 cup(s) dried bread crumbs
1 pound(s) uncooked boneless, skinless chicken breast, cut into 12 equal strips
6 tbsp barbecue sauce, hickory-flavored preferred
Instructions
Preheat oven to 450ºF. Place a large baking sheet in the oven to preheat.
In a shallow dish, whisk together mustard and buttermilk. Place bread crumbs in a separate dish. Add chicken to mustard mixture; turn to coat. Transfer chicken to bread crumbs and turn to coat.
Remove the hot baking sheet from oven and coat with cooking spray. Place chicken on baking sheet and bake 6 minutes; flip and bake until golden brown and cooked through, about 6 minutes more.
Serve chicken fingers with barbecue sauce on the side. Yields about 3 chicken fingers and 1 1/2 tablespoons of barbecue sauce per serving.
POINTS® Value: 4
Servings: 4
Preparation Time: 10 min
Cooking Time: 12 min
Ingredients
2 tbsp honey mustard
2 tbsp buttermilk
1/2 cup(s) dried bread crumbs
1 pound(s) uncooked boneless, skinless chicken breast, cut into 12 equal strips
6 tbsp barbecue sauce, hickory-flavored preferred
Instructions
Preheat oven to 450ºF. Place a large baking sheet in the oven to preheat.
In a shallow dish, whisk together mustard and buttermilk. Place bread crumbs in a separate dish. Add chicken to mustard mixture; turn to coat. Transfer chicken to bread crumbs and turn to coat.
Remove the hot baking sheet from oven and coat with cooking spray. Place chicken on baking sheet and bake 6 minutes; flip and bake until golden brown and cooked through, about 6 minutes more.
Serve chicken fingers with barbecue sauce on the side. Yields about 3 chicken fingers and 1 1/2 tablespoons of barbecue sauce per serving.
Creamy Corn
I'm due for a few new recipes, and I just ate so I'm waiting a little bit before I go workout. You all are benefiting from this! You're welcome. :-)
This recipe is one of our new favorite side dishes. It goes well with everything and the portion is huge!
POINTS® Value: 2
Servings: 4
Preparation Time: 7 min
Cooking Time: 16 min (it doesn't take this long when we make it - maybe I keep my burner too hot)
Ingredients
2 tsp butter
1/4 cup(s) scallion(s), minced
2 1/2 cup(s) frozen corn kernels, or fresh corn (no need to thaw frozen corn)
1 tbsp all-purpose flour
1 cup(s) fat-free skim milk
1/8 tsp table salt, or more to taste
1/8 tsp black pepper, freshly ground, or to taste
Instructions
Melt butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add scallions and sauté until soft, about 2 minutes. Add corn and sauté 1 minute to heat through (or slightly longer if using frozen corn). Add flour and stir to coat corn and scallions. Add milk and bring to a simmer.
Reduce heat to low and cook, uncovered, until mixture thickens, about 10 to 12 minutes; season to taste with salt and pepper. Yields about 1/2 cup per serving.
This recipe is one of our new favorite side dishes. It goes well with everything and the portion is huge!
POINTS® Value: 2
Servings: 4
Preparation Time: 7 min
Cooking Time: 16 min (it doesn't take this long when we make it - maybe I keep my burner too hot)
Ingredients
2 tsp butter
1/4 cup(s) scallion(s), minced
2 1/2 cup(s) frozen corn kernels, or fresh corn (no need to thaw frozen corn)
1 tbsp all-purpose flour
1 cup(s) fat-free skim milk
1/8 tsp table salt, or more to taste
1/8 tsp black pepper, freshly ground, or to taste
Instructions
Melt butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add scallions and sauté until soft, about 2 minutes. Add corn and sauté 1 minute to heat through (or slightly longer if using frozen corn). Add flour and stir to coat corn and scallions. Add milk and bring to a simmer.
Reduce heat to low and cook, uncovered, until mixture thickens, about 10 to 12 minutes; season to taste with salt and pepper. Yields about 1/2 cup per serving.
Saturday, January 10, 2009
1 year ago...
At about this time, actually... I was walking in to a Weight Watcher meeting, scared to see what the scale had to say, mad at the world because I wasn't pregnant, and nervous as hell that I was going to have to TELL somebody my weight!
My how things have changed in a year! Yeah, I'm still annoyed I'm not pregnant, but I'm okay, most days. I know I don't have to talk during a meeting if I don't want to, and I'm EXCITED to go to the meetings! I LOVE working out (never thought you'd hear ME say that, huh?). AND I love the way I look 45 lbs down!!!!
Things I've learned this year....
* Portion control - just because it's packaged or served that way doesn't mean it's a portion
* Veggies and fruits are my friends! I can eat them all day long and not get bored. I can't wait for Farmers Market this summer!
* Exercise: Even I can do it! Yeah, it's tough. But, I've found things I love and I do those. I mix it up with the "less fun" things, but then reward myself somehow.
* I didn't gain the weight overnight. It isn't going to disappear overnight.
* I like water! Not purified or out of the tap, but Spring Water is awesome. And I drink TONS all day and pee just as much.
* I'm an emotional eater. Things get bad, I resort to food. I'm still learning ways to deal with that.
And the biggest thing..... I love being healthy! I love being able to walk into a store and not be embarrassed about the size I wear, or struggle to find something that doesn't make me look like my grandmother or a couch!
So, here's to the last 15 lbs.... and a lifetime of healthiness! (And if you want pics - look to your right - the before and current are there for your viewing pleasure)
My how things have changed in a year! Yeah, I'm still annoyed I'm not pregnant, but I'm okay, most days. I know I don't have to talk during a meeting if I don't want to, and I'm EXCITED to go to the meetings! I LOVE working out (never thought you'd hear ME say that, huh?). AND I love the way I look 45 lbs down!!!!
Things I've learned this year....
* Portion control - just because it's packaged or served that way doesn't mean it's a portion
* Veggies and fruits are my friends! I can eat them all day long and not get bored. I can't wait for Farmers Market this summer!
* Exercise: Even I can do it! Yeah, it's tough. But, I've found things I love and I do those. I mix it up with the "less fun" things, but then reward myself somehow.
* I didn't gain the weight overnight. It isn't going to disappear overnight.
* I like water! Not purified or out of the tap, but Spring Water is awesome. And I drink TONS all day and pee just as much.
* I'm an emotional eater. Things get bad, I resort to food. I'm still learning ways to deal with that.
And the biggest thing..... I love being healthy! I love being able to walk into a store and not be embarrassed about the size I wear, or struggle to find something that doesn't make me look like my grandmother or a couch!
So, here's to the last 15 lbs.... and a lifetime of healthiness! (And if you want pics - look to your right - the before and current are there for your viewing pleasure)
Thursday, January 8, 2009
Fun Day
David and I went to the gym tonight. I decided I wanted to brave a class and did Pilates. I was nervous, but excited. I've heard really good things about it, so thought I'd give it a shot. This particular instructor did everything really slow - really focused on the muscles. It felt really good - I know I'm going to be sore in the morning, but I think I'm getting back into the race! I can tone and relax at the same time! Next week, I'm going to add 30 min of cardio beforehand to get an all around good workout!
And.... my family's family reunion is being held this summer. The last reunion was the summer we got married, so obviously we didn't make it. It's in California - hotel is expensive, flights are insane. So, we decided to drive! We're leaving June 22 (Monday), driving out - getting there on Wednesday. Family reunion is the 22-28, but the "big stuff" is the weekend. Then, we'll leave the 29th and drive home. There is so much to do - hiking cliffs by the ocean, wineries, horseback riding on the beach...... OMG, I am SO excited! We're gonna start saving today so that we have lots of fun money! We're really hoping that we can announce we're pregnant at the family reunion. If not, that's okay. We're still able to see family, 90% of them David hasn't met, and have an awesome time. (The winery won't be much fun if I'm knocked up!)
David got an MP3 player tonight. I get to get one next week. So, when we go to the gym and nothing's on TV, we have something to listen to. He's up adding songs already. I can't wait to get mine!!!!
So, even though it was a LONG day at work, my night was awesome. I really liked the pilates class - I feel like a totally different person now - and I'm so excited about California! That's all for now... more to come soon, I'm sure!
And.... my family's family reunion is being held this summer. The last reunion was the summer we got married, so obviously we didn't make it. It's in California - hotel is expensive, flights are insane. So, we decided to drive! We're leaving June 22 (Monday), driving out - getting there on Wednesday. Family reunion is the 22-28, but the "big stuff" is the weekend. Then, we'll leave the 29th and drive home. There is so much to do - hiking cliffs by the ocean, wineries, horseback riding on the beach...... OMG, I am SO excited! We're gonna start saving today so that we have lots of fun money! We're really hoping that we can announce we're pregnant at the family reunion. If not, that's okay. We're still able to see family, 90% of them David hasn't met, and have an awesome time. (The winery won't be much fun if I'm knocked up!)
David got an MP3 player tonight. I get to get one next week. So, when we go to the gym and nothing's on TV, we have something to listen to. He's up adding songs already. I can't wait to get mine!!!!
So, even though it was a LONG day at work, my night was awesome. I really liked the pilates class - I feel like a totally different person now - and I'm so excited about California! That's all for now... more to come soon, I'm sure!
Wednesday, January 7, 2009
Double Damn
Tonight was weigh in! The good news: David lost 12.4 lbs this week!!!! He is fabulous.
The bad news: I gained 2 lbs since my last weighin on Dec 11. I knew it wouldn't be all that good because I knew I had gained over the holidays. But, I was hoping I could at least "maintain." Nope.
The second bad news: AF showed her ugly fucking head today. So, yet another month down. I know that also contributes to my gain this week on the scale, but it still makes me mad. I want to be a mom. I want to go to my weigh in and say "Hey, I just wanted to say see you in 9 months!" and to go to the school and say "I can't do the BL competition 'cause I'll be gaining weight over the next 9 months."
I keep praying and hoping that there's a reason for all of this. I want to be a mom. David wants to be a dad. And all around us, we see "parents" who should have had to get a permit to even have sex without birth control. When will it be our turn?
Enough of the negative. I'll be back with something more positive in a few days - I hope.
The bad news: I gained 2 lbs since my last weighin on Dec 11. I knew it wouldn't be all that good because I knew I had gained over the holidays. But, I was hoping I could at least "maintain." Nope.
The second bad news: AF showed her ugly fucking head today. So, yet another month down. I know that also contributes to my gain this week on the scale, but it still makes me mad. I want to be a mom. I want to go to my weigh in and say "Hey, I just wanted to say see you in 9 months!" and to go to the school and say "I can't do the BL competition 'cause I'll be gaining weight over the next 9 months."
I keep praying and hoping that there's a reason for all of this. I want to be a mom. David wants to be a dad. And all around us, we see "parents" who should have had to get a permit to even have sex without birth control. When will it be our turn?
Enough of the negative. I'll be back with something more positive in a few days - I hope.
Tuesday, January 6, 2009
Yet another realization...
So, tonight, Biggest Loser started. If you haven't seen it, go watch it. It's an awesome show. Some people don't like it because that's all they do is work out and eat what's put in front of them. But, the transformations and stories are absolutely amazing!
I needed to go to the gym, so after tutoring I went. I made sure I had my head phones so I could start watching. After about 15 minutes, my knee started bugging me a little. Didn't think anything of it. Then, my incision felt like it was burning. I had to stop after 27 minutes. I all but started crying AT THE GYM. Before my surgery, I was able to do an hour on the elliptical AND 15 min on the Stairmaster AND crunches on the ab machine. Now, I'm doing good to make it 30 minutes just on the elliptical - NO abs or stairmaster.
I called David balling. I feel like I'm a bad wife. I'm getting healthy for myself, yes, but I'm doing it for our family too. We want to have a baby, and I need to be healthy for that to happen.
So I did something to help others - the Biggest Loser has a pound for pound challenge. Basically, you just pledge to lose weight until May 1st. Well, duh! I'm gonna be doing that anyways!! So now people who can't afford food will get some because I'm doing what I've been doing for a year.
I realized tonight that, just because I'm thinner than I was a year ago, doesn't mean I'm healthy. "Healthy" is making healthy food choices AND making healthy exercise choices. I guess I thought that being thinner and looking better would mean that I'm healthy. But, seriously, I should be able to do high intensity cardio for more than 30 minutes without feeling like I'm about to die.
I AM going to get back! I AM going to be healthy - food AND exercise. David and I are going to do it together, for ourselves as individuals, for ourselves as a couple, and for ourselves as a someday-expanding family.
I needed to go to the gym, so after tutoring I went. I made sure I had my head phones so I could start watching. After about 15 minutes, my knee started bugging me a little. Didn't think anything of it. Then, my incision felt like it was burning. I had to stop after 27 minutes. I all but started crying AT THE GYM. Before my surgery, I was able to do an hour on the elliptical AND 15 min on the Stairmaster AND crunches on the ab machine. Now, I'm doing good to make it 30 minutes just on the elliptical - NO abs or stairmaster.
I called David balling. I feel like I'm a bad wife. I'm getting healthy for myself, yes, but I'm doing it for our family too. We want to have a baby, and I need to be healthy for that to happen.
So I did something to help others - the Biggest Loser has a pound for pound challenge. Basically, you just pledge to lose weight until May 1st. Well, duh! I'm gonna be doing that anyways!! So now people who can't afford food will get some because I'm doing what I've been doing for a year.
I realized tonight that, just because I'm thinner than I was a year ago, doesn't mean I'm healthy. "Healthy" is making healthy food choices AND making healthy exercise choices. I guess I thought that being thinner and looking better would mean that I'm healthy. But, seriously, I should be able to do high intensity cardio for more than 30 minutes without feeling like I'm about to die.
I AM going to get back! I AM going to be healthy - food AND exercise. David and I are going to do it together, for ourselves as individuals, for ourselves as a couple, and for ourselves as a someday-expanding family.
New Layout
Thanks to my friend, Carla, I found the site Cutest Blog on the Block, and changed my background. Now I'm going to be doing this more often because I get bored!
Let's see... what else is new? David's back at work, and my students came back today. So far, we've both kept our exercise goals of working out at least 3 days a week! We have our first weigh in of the new year tomorrow night. Jan 10th is my one year anniversary at WW!
Nothing new on the baby front - we'll see what happens the next week or so, but I'm not all that hopeful. We've both been taking our pills, so hopefully we get our miracle! (Marci - no fertility specialist yet - we're going to try a couple IUIs with the OB if we can't get knocked up on our own!)
The Biggest Loser starts tonight. I know it's kind of fake - obviously if all I did was work out all day and not eat that much, I would lose a ton of weight fast. But, their stories are inspirational, and I love to see the transformations!
Well, I'm on my way to tutoring and then to the gym. Happy Tuesday!
Let's see... what else is new? David's back at work, and my students came back today. So far, we've both kept our exercise goals of working out at least 3 days a week! We have our first weigh in of the new year tomorrow night. Jan 10th is my one year anniversary at WW!
Nothing new on the baby front - we'll see what happens the next week or so, but I'm not all that hopeful. We've both been taking our pills, so hopefully we get our miracle! (Marci - no fertility specialist yet - we're going to try a couple IUIs with the OB if we can't get knocked up on our own!)
The Biggest Loser starts tonight. I know it's kind of fake - obviously if all I did was work out all day and not eat that much, I would lose a ton of weight fast. But, their stories are inspirational, and I love to see the transformations!
Well, I'm on my way to tutoring and then to the gym. Happy Tuesday!
Thursday, January 1, 2009
First Post of the 2009!
David and I had an awesome time in Kansas City! We stayed at the Sheraton on the Plaza (very nice!), and saw 2 movies (Marley & Me was AWESOME; Tale of Despereaux, not so much). We had dinner at Kona Grill and walked around for a while. Oh, and we went on a carriage ride!
My dad carried on a tradition started last year - New Year's day dinner at our house. He organized and cooked. We just invited. It was nice to see a few people we hadn't seen for a while, and I met one of David's friends from high school and his family.
Our "Gonna Get Pregnant" box showed up while we were gone! I ovulated yesterday (sorry - TMI?), so we're starting the vitamins and hanging out until my next cyle! 2009 WILL bring us a baby!!!
David and I had a long talk on the drive home today. We are both remotivated with our weight loss. He realized he gained most of what he had lost back during our stressful last 6 months. So, when we got home, we sat down and made 2 goals each: 1 weight loss and 1 exercise. David is going to Weigh In tomorrow morning and then again with me on Wednesday. His work schedule is really good this month - every Monday, Tuesday, most Wednesdays, 1/2 Thursdays, and a few Sundays off. We can actually go to the gym and Weigh In together! So excited!!! I put the goals on the fridge so that we will both see them and keep each other accountable!!
My goals: Exercise: 45 min workout at the gym 3 times a week (reward: Wii Active Play "game"). Weight Loss: Down to a Size 12 (reward: a new outfit). Keep me accountable!!!!
We're also getting serious about paying off our CC debts. We are going to try the Snowball method, and in approximately 15 months, we will be debt free. We will still have our 2 car loans, mortgages, and student loans. But, those are much more managable and we can do the Snowball with them too!
2008 has been a long year full of ups and downs, disappointments and joys, tears and laughter, and a whole lot more. Here's to another year!!!!
My dad carried on a tradition started last year - New Year's day dinner at our house. He organized and cooked. We just invited. It was nice to see a few people we hadn't seen for a while, and I met one of David's friends from high school and his family.
Our "Gonna Get Pregnant" box showed up while we were gone! I ovulated yesterday (sorry - TMI?), so we're starting the vitamins and hanging out until my next cyle! 2009 WILL bring us a baby!!!
David and I had a long talk on the drive home today. We are both remotivated with our weight loss. He realized he gained most of what he had lost back during our stressful last 6 months. So, when we got home, we sat down and made 2 goals each: 1 weight loss and 1 exercise. David is going to Weigh In tomorrow morning and then again with me on Wednesday. His work schedule is really good this month - every Monday, Tuesday, most Wednesdays, 1/2 Thursdays, and a few Sundays off. We can actually go to the gym and Weigh In together! So excited!!! I put the goals on the fridge so that we will both see them and keep each other accountable!!
My goals: Exercise: 45 min workout at the gym 3 times a week (reward: Wii Active Play "game"). Weight Loss: Down to a Size 12 (reward: a new outfit). Keep me accountable!!!!
We're also getting serious about paying off our CC debts. We are going to try the Snowball method, and in approximately 15 months, we will be debt free. We will still have our 2 car loans, mortgages, and student loans. But, those are much more managable and we can do the Snowball with them too!
2008 has been a long year full of ups and downs, disappointments and joys, tears and laughter, and a whole lot more. Here's to another year!!!!
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