FOOD FOR THOUGHT

It's almost a new year and I have nothing to show for this one. Now weight loss, no completed project... nothing but a smile on my face and the contentment that we made it through another year in tact. Ah, what a feeling.

It's actually been a great year. I have two new grand-daughters, my youngest daughter is no longer a little girl, but became a woman the day after her twelfth birthday. (she'd die if she knew I wrote that). I finished the outline for two books, though the rewrites will probably take me all of next year, and I submitted at least fifty names to the temple this year and hope to submit many more in the year to come. There were no tragedies, no heartaches, no mishaps, no drastic changes of any kind.

Where I'd like to see some change is in the yardage of my wardrobe, the span of my hips, the girth of my belly, the longitude of my hair, and the latitude of my oompala's. It would also be nice to see an increase in the IQ of every man on the planet, beginning with our world leaders, but since thats not likely to happen,here are some realistic changes.

How about the way I think about food, or a greater reverence for life? I'd like a better understanding of what the Lord would have me accomplish? I did discover something lately that I'm sure everyone else has already thought about on numerous occasions, but for me the idea is a new one. That is that the choices I make in mortality don't just affect me. Oh, I have always known that they can have an impact on future generations and those around me, but I never considered how they affected God. In fact, our first parents choices so affected Him that it required the sacrifice of His dearest Son. And had Jesus not succeeded in his mortal mission, had his choices been different, we would all be lost and God would cease to be God (at least to us). This is what I discovered as I was passing through the room the other day where my children were watching Narnia, (a great parallel to the human drama and our relationship to the Savior), and the Lion (his name escapes me) who represents Christ, was telling the little girl that her choices affected him as well. I'm sure the depths of that statement are paramount, but on the surface is the idea that our choices affect how many of us return to the joy and love of our Eternal Father, to dwell in His kingdom forever. As a mother I can tell you it would absolutely impact me if only a few of my children were with me eternally, so I can only imagine that our Heavenly Father would be greatly impacted if his lost sheep were not gathered in before it is too late.

So with that as food for thought, I'll set a resolution to make sure I, and my children, are not counted among the lost sheep. I'll work harder to strengthen my testimony and those of my young ones. I'll work harder to understand the mysteries of Heaven, at least the ones that are open to us. And I'll work harder to internalize and appreciate life. Judie once told me she felt I would remain on earth until I learned to find joy in living. That may be true. I've never understood this mission very well, but I'm hoping to change that. So bring on the new year. I've got my running shoes on and the fridge is filled with Perrier. Does life get any better than that?

PARALLELISMS AND THEIR IMPLICATIONS...

The parallelism between the creation and Christ implies that the being (Christ) who was able to create an earth that could come into the presence of God is the same being who can bring us into the presence of God...

"The Savior's various names testify of his creative role, paralleling his parts in the creation of the world and the Saving of men.

On the first day, the "light of the world" introduced light.

On the second day, "he that giveth breath unto the people" introduced air.

On the third, the "living water" and "true vine" introduced water, soil, and vegetation.

On the fourth day, "the light which is in all things" caused the sun, the moon, and the stars to shine on the earth according to the appointed rotation of the earth.

On the fifth day, the "fisher of men" prepared the earth to bring forth fishes and fowls.

On the sixth, the "Good Shepherd" and "Lamb of God" prepared the earth to bring forth the animals and all creeping things, and the "son of man" formed man and woman "in the image of God."

Just as it was the Savior who transformed the earth, so, too, it is the Savior who transforms man.

James L. Ferrell

"The Hidden Christ"

KEY TO FAT LOSS #4

Stay Well Hydrated:

Try to drink water throughout the day. Many professionals recommend at least 8-10 glasses per day, or a gallon or more for active athletes. Personally, I don’t think you need to actually measure and try to get some preset amount of water each day. Just keep water with you at all times, and keep sipping on it all day long when you feel the need for it. If your overweight, you'll want to add 8 oz. of water for every 25 lbs. over your ideal weight.

Staying well hydrated allows your body to operate efficiently, burn fat properly, maintain maximum exercise performance, and helps suppress your appetite so you don’t overeat. Avoid sweetened drinks such as sodas and juices as the extra calories will usually just be deposited as body fat. Drinking just plain water throughout the day is the best way to go.

On the intellectual side, I'd just like to pass along a recommendation. I am very excited about a new book I'm reading by one of my favorite authors; James Ferrell, titled; "The Hidden Christ" in which he goes beneath the surface of the Old Testament to discover the most powerful messages about the gospel and about life. Here is an excerpt from his opening chapter.

"What if I don't like the Old Testament? That is the question I used to ask--until I discovered what I had been missing, and absolutely fell head over heels in love with the book. But I had to discover something before I fell in love: I had to discover that the most powerful messages--about the gospel and about life--lie hidden just below the surface of the stories in the book. When I learned to ask questions that penetrated the surface, the Old Testament opened up to reveal a wonderland of inspiring truth and practical insight.

What kinds of questions do that?

One question in particular..."

James Ferrell describes his walk through the scriptures as "a walk characterized by divine surprise." How beautiful is that. His book is full of wonderful insights that I just know you will enjoy and treasure.

KEY TO FAT LOSS #3

Carbohydrates alone causes spikes in insulin: Which leaves you feeling tired, hungry, weak, and gives your body an easy opportunity to convert that meal to fat. But when you combine a good protein source with carbs, it helps to prevent this adverse affect. You should therefore include a protein source at every meal.

There are 2 types of protein: Complete, and incomplete.

a) Complete proteins are found in animal sources such as meat, poultry, fish, eggs, and dairy. Make sure that your meat is lean, your dairy is low fat, and you limit whole eggs to about 1 a day.

b) Incomplete proteins are from plant sources and it's important that you combine 2 or more of the following together to create a complete protein:

- Lentils, seitan, quinoa, black-eyed peas, combined with pinto, black, kidney, fava beans. Nuts also contain protein but they are high in calories, so go easy with them.

- If you're a vegetarian who eats dairy, low fat cheese, skim milk, and low fat yogurt are good protein options.

- Tofu, soybeans, soy milk, tempeh, and texturized vegetable protein (TVP) are among the best choices for vegans.

Protein Powders: are a good complete protein source that is convenient to use, but not necessary for good results.

KEY TO FAT LOSS #2

Choose natural carbs vs. processed carbs.

If the food came out of the ground or picked from a tree, it's a natural unrefined food, and therefore ideal for fat loss. Examples of natural carbs are fruits and vegetables, oatmeal, yams, brown rice, potatoes, beans, lentils, etc.

There are three types of "Natural Carbs."

a) Simple carbs: fruit and dairy

b) Starchy carbs: potatoes, brown rice, beans, oatmeal, lentils, yams, sweet potatoes.

c) Fibrous carbs: Most vegetables, such as spinach, broccoli, salad greens, bell pepper, asparagus, etc.

In general, it's best to choose natural starchy and simple carbs with protein early in the day (meals 1, 2, and 3). Then later in the day, transition to fibrous carbs and protein (meals 3, 4, and 5)

You'll be more successful at fat loss if you limit your intake of processed "man-made" carbs, especially those that are white and refined, such as pasta, white bread, bagels, crackers, white rice, pretzels, chips, and refined sugars.

There are a few exceptions to the rule -- processed foods that are considered "acceptable," including 100% whole grain bread; high-fiber low-sugar cereals, and 100% whole wheat pasta.

Don't forget to drink lots of water. 96 oz. a day plus an additional 8 oz. for every 25 lbs. over your ideal weight.

KEY TO FAT LOSS #1

CALORIC DEFICIT: It's a simple concept. You must burn more calories than you eat in order to lose fat. That doesn't mean you need to spend a lot of time counting calories. If you eat the right foods at the right times, and in the right proportions, the math is automatic.

EAT SLOWLY: One of the tricks I use is to take a bite and put my fork down on the table, fold my hands in my lap, and wait until I've swallowed before picking my fork back up again.

RIGHT FOODS/RIGHT TIMES: It's best to eat your starchy carbs earlier in the day and eat your fibrous carbs for meals 4 & 5. Always combine carbs with protein. This slows the digestion process, allows you to stay full longer and gives you sustained energy.

STOP WHEN FULL: This is the hardest thing for me to do because I grew up during difficult economic times and wasting food goes against everything I was ever taught. I have since realized that stopping does not need to equal waste. Leftovers can be stored and eaten later, and in time, you will learn how much to serve yourself so you don't have leftovers.

Come back tomorrow for Key to Fat Loss #2

SLOW BUT STEADY........STILL

Walked 2 miles yesterday. I'm really just trying to keep busy, and this is certainly the season to do it. I don't dare weigh or measure myself. I'm afraid it will send me into a depression, especially when Deanna is losing so much weight. That already weighs on me. But once Sierra gets here she's going to make sure I get out and walk every day. (yeah!)

I was thinking the other day about how much of our (my) life is occupied working on callings and other gospel related activities. In addition, much of our income is spent on charitable donations and emergency preparation because of gospel principles. The gospel infiltrates every part of our lives (not to mention our pocket books) I'm not complaining mind you. Quite the contrary. It's actually a blessing, because I realized what life would be like without that influence. It would be just what you see in the world today -- a society lost in themselves. I see how our society has become so "ME" oriented because they've turned their backs on God (religion) and turned their focus to themselves. No wonder they are so desperate for cosmetic corrections, selfishness has made them ugly.

So just for today, think about the sunflower always facing the sun, and turn your focus away from the world. You'll be glad you did, and so will we.

THE WISDOM OF AGE

I've said it before. I do better when I don't focus on my weight.

Yesterday I was reading through some old journals and found an entry in 1992 after a Priesthood blessing in which I was told to stop focusing on my weight and concentrate on serving others. At the time I had just been called as extraction director in my ward and I really did enjoy getting lost in that service. I focused less on the fact that I was fat, and subsequently, ate less, and lost small amounts of weight. Unfortunately, I kept forgetting this good counsel and periodically became narcissistic, driving myself crazy with my poor self image.

Now that I've developed 20/20 hindsight, I see the wisdom in this counsel. It goes back to what I said a few weeks ago. Anxiously engaged is the key. Thats not to say that I don't have to exercise and eat right. But balance in all things is better than a three legged stool with one leg longer than the others.

I COULDN'T AGREE MORE!

I've never been able to establish a habit I didn't truly want to establish, no matter how long I've tried. I think if your heart is in it, it only takes one day to establish a good habit because your truly committed to it.

It's lovely to think there's a mathematical system to such nonsense, but the truth is, you have to want to do something in order to make it a consistent effort. And that doesn't mean there won't be days when you fail, it just means you'll keep trying...again...and again...and again...until twenty years have gone by and your still trying. You see, it doesn't matter if you struggle with it every day, you'll either do it because you want to, because you have to, or because the consequences are worse than the battle.

So keep flapping little birdie, there's a tail wind out there somewhere, you just have to find it.

HERE'S THE THING ABOUT FAILURE

My daughter just taught me that failure is not the act of falling down, but the refusal to get back up again.

Lord, love a duck. That girl makes me proud.

SLOW AND STEADY IS ONE THING, BUTT...

Yes, I know I spelled butt with two t's. I figure if its going to make up the bulk of my weight, it might as well get the bulk of the by line.

Yes, I'm still the same weight. I think I might have to do something drastic, like give up bread and potatoes and most definitely sugar. The sugar I can live without, its the bread thats going to kill me. And while I do like potatoes, I really don't eat them often enough to link them to my weight dilemma. Cheese is another matter. Do I need to consider eliminating that little treasure?

It just occurred to me, these foods make up the staples of my diet. I might have to do some pondering. Is life really too short to live in constant denial of its most basic pleasures? Hmm. Food for thought. (oops! pardon my bun, I mean pun)

HALLOWEEN HOOPLA - WHAT A RACKET!

Halloween didn't go as well as I thought it would. I planned on doing well, but the friends we went to visit didn't know of my plans and incidentally prepared a feast for dinner. And that was after taking us to Olive Garden for lunch. I intended to do well at Olive Garden, but the dish I ordered was rich and I doubt it met anyones diet guidelines. Ever had the lasagna fritta? It's an appetizer. I thought by getting an appetizer, my portions would make up for the lack of control I have over the ingredients. But I can attest that now a days, the appetizers are more proportionate to the meal than the actual entrees. I was full before I got half way through. (yes, I ate it all) That was my first mistake. The bread sticks are my second. I had three.

Then for dinner, my friend made a smorgasbord of sloppy joe's, chips (3 different kind), veggies and dip, the biggest red grapes you've ever seen, baked beans, mulled cider (yummy, but a diabetics worst nightmare), an assortment of nuts and candies, jello and cream cheese salad...woof! You would have thought it was thanksgiving with all the food that was there. Then of course there was the halloween candy (I only ate a few small pieces) but then on the way home I nibbled cinnamon orange almonds. Yikes.

I went to step on the scale this morning and just as my foot raised mid-air, the scale ran for it's life. Not a good sign. Perhaps I should give it a week. Hope your halloween went better.

ANXIOUSLY ENGAGED SEEMS TO BE THE KEY

I've noticed that my activity has a significant impact on my eating. As long as I'm engaged in something creative, I'm fine. Otherwise, I fall into that; 'I'm bored, might as well eat and watch a video' mentality.

I'm glad the weather has cooled off. I've walked a couple of days this week. It felt good.

My eating was good for the last day or two. Ever since McKenna's birthday binge, I've had a deep down feeling that I just don't want to mistreat my body anymore. I'm not saying I'll never eat another unhealthy thing, but it will be more the exception, than the rule.

LIFE MOVES FORWARD WHETHER WE DO OR NOT

What a surprise, my weight is still the same. I just can't waste any more time worrying about it. It has to be enough to feel fit and healthy even if I can't shop at a regular clothing store or squeeze through a turnstile. How many women can honestly say they're twice the woman they once were?

I'd like to know more about nutrition because I'm so confused anymore. I really need to eat more vegetation but I don't like cold foods. Salads are something I usually only eat at a restaurant, and only because it comes with the meal. Vegetables are something I buy in the freezer department in single serving sizes because nobody else will eat them.

Lunch is my main meal of the day, so how can I make the most of it?

How can I rid myself of the mindset that I have to eat another full meal at dinner time?

What can I eat in the evening that is warm as well as satisfying and won't work against me?

Is there a bar that will give me my micro foods, be low on the glycemic index, low enough in calories and doesn't taste like dirty socks?

I'm getting closer to saying; "Eat, drink, and be merry, for tomorrow we die."

OH FOR PETES SAKE! I GIVE UP!

I just want to scream! I rode 20 miles this week and I'm still weighing in at 218.4 and still measuring out the same. It's not right that my efforts go unrewarded. I could do nothing and maintain that weight, I have been all year. I'm not going to stop walking and riding, I like it too much, but its frustrating to hope for something that isn't going to happening. It makes for a lot of disappointment. Right now I'm so mad I could spit.

THE JOYS OF MOTHERHOOD

Houston has painted a picture of an airplane and insists that it goes in my purse. What this means, is that he wants to go on a trip somewhere.

I don't mind carrying all his pictures, I'm currently carrying a picture of a plane, one of his Aunt Tina, his Aunt Judie, his Aunt Deanna, and several of his sister Sierra. But he always puts a black background to his artwork and it's costing me a fortune in black ink. You gotta love him. (I am a little concerned about the red on the engine. I hope its not an omen)

LIFE'S A CLIMB, BUT OH WHAT A VIEW!

I rode ten miles this morning, 16 mph for 50 minutes. Heart rate 160. Calories burned, 648. Hazah!

The weather is so beautiful it's hard to stay indoors. We rode through some of the more castle like neighborhoods and were so mesmerized by the homes that I hardly noticed how far we'd gone. As long as the weather cooperates I'll do fine. It's when the weather is inclement that I have problems. Might have to join a gym for those days, we'll see.

THANKSGIVING

I'm so full of gratitude at this time of year, and why not? The adverse conditions of summer are a thing of the past, the cool breeze allows us to reacquaint ourselves with nature, the holidays are around the corner, and the anticipation of visits from family and friends fills our hearts with excitement and our souls with desire. I often think God brought me to this earth in this season because it is filled with all the things I love and all the warmth I need. I'm grateful.

As I round out another year of life, I find myself preparing for a different set of priorities. Though my values remain the same, my preparations are turned from an acceleration toward goals and dreams, to a slowing down, putting behind, and remembering with fondness all that I was given. While I hope to have many more years in which to gather memories, if this were my last, I would still be full of gratitude for the bounty I was given while I was here.

So while we continue to work to advance in health and strength, may we find solace in the steps we have conquered and the gifts we have left behind. May we be grateful.

NEW STRATEGY

Weight this morning - 218.8

From now on I'm only weighing and measuring on Mondays.

I don't think the scale understands which direction its supposed to be going. Life is like that some time. We think we're headed in the right direction, but until we gain a better understanding of the trail, we could end up losing ground instead of pounds.

I need to understand which foods my body wants. I know I need more cruciferous vegetables, which I don't care for that much, but that isn't really the point, is it?

I also know I need to cut out sugar as much as possible. That includes breads and pasta and white rice.

I know I need to get more protein, but not all from meat sources. That means I have to learn more about using tofu or other soy protein products---and like it.

And I know I need to eat more of the good fats and cut out (as much as possible) the bad ones.

Easier said than done.

So you tell me. What is the next step? I can't see clearly. My eyes are blinded by the headlights. The most enjoyable recreation in my life is food (sad but true). This is one of the reasons I started writing in the first place, so I'd have something to keep me out of the kitchen. And it worked too. But what a colossal waste of time for something that has no redeeming value. I need to know that what I'm doing with my time is going to have a positive affect on my, and my family's world. Not in grand proportions, but at least in some small way. So now what? Thats my question for the day.

IS THERE NO JUSTICE?

Weight - still 217.5 Aargh!

I walked a mile yesterday morning, but my orthotics need to be replaced so my feet were giving me trouble. Solution: Came home and got my bike. Rode 1.5 miles. Had a great day. Ate reasonably well. Stayed within my calorie allowance. Then, at night, walked again (1.5 mi.) And this morning I weighed in with no change what-so-ever! Where is the justice in that? Is an overall happiness all I will ever reap from exercise? Call me greedy, but I'd like the weight loss too! Somebody help me here.

Today a friend is taking me out for a birthday lunch. I'm ordering the soup and salad. I hope I get hip points for that, though, butt and thigh points would be equally appreciated.

There is a one-on-one weight loss place around the corner from me. I can't even bring myself to go in for their free trial appointment because I already know their fees for service are $75 per visit (hr.) Who can afford that? I'm getting desperate enough that I just might go and check it out. I wonder how many times I can serve my family chicken feed before they suspect the grocery money is going somewhere else?

Mambo butt #5

Oooh! lost a whole 4 ounces...

What a jip! But I will not give up! I shall prevail! Even if I have to go back onto that cursed yeast free diet. (okay, I'm not that desperate).

Does anyone know anything about the South Beach diet? Thats what my doctor wants me to go on. I stood in Target and perused the book for a few minutes and decided it wasn't realistic. I'm too old to change my entire list of food choices. That book was full of foods I don't normally eat, don't like, or wouldn't take the time to prepare, especially if its just for me.

Wasn't there a program somewhere, at one time, where you could put in the foods you normally eat and it would spit out a menu based on those foods? If not we could make a fortune developing one.

weight stands at 217.6

My measurements are mammoth. Even mount Rushmore doesn't have a boulder big enough to chisel out my butt.

I entered my Luna bar into the nutrition data comparison and while it offered excellent nutrition on a low glycemic scale, it showed 3 stars for losing weight and 4 stars for gaining. Does this ever get less confusing? Clearly, I'm frustrated. Any suggestions?

LIFE'S A CLIMB

I survived Monday, though not unscathed. My calorie count was above 1600 and I only walked a leisurely pace. I continue to hover at my current weight and haven't gathered the courage to measure myself. The biggest difficulty I'm finding at this point, is caring. I can't seem to find the motivation. Especially when I do eat right and exercise and have little or no results. It's frustrating. Then I throw my hands in the air and say; "Life's too short."

But, in the interest of self preservation, I'll keep trudging along. If there's one thing God will be able to say about me in the end, it's that I kept trying. Who can ask for more?

I've been playing with the movie maker and have developed a short piece that morphed several times in the making. It started out as a funny look at my skinny years as if to say, 'has anyone seen this woman?' But in finding the perfect song, I found some music that inspired a look at this climb we call life. Please take a minute to watch.

I'M GOING TO MAKE A RARE CONFESSION:

A couple of weeks ago I had a particularly bad weekend, food wise--I'm talking worse than usual. I felt so horrible. The kind of horrible that makes you want to make changes.

Anyway, in a rare moment of regret and humility, I asked the Lord to apply the atonement and forgive me, not just for making wrong choices, but to forgive the debt of the affects of those choices. I was most astonished to find that I didn't gain an ounce from that experience.

Now, every time I want to eat badly, I think about the debt the Lord paid for me and it helps me to make better choices.

Last nights experience was a temporary slip up and I'm going to try hard not to let that happen again, but I wanted you to know that prayers are answered, miracles happen, and hearts can be changed. I love the Lord and I know he loves me. Just thought you should know.

I'M CALLING IT A LOST WEEKEND:

I was fine until the early evening when we started watching Christmas movies and James asked me to make a coffee cake. (don't worry,he got in trouble for it later) I have to admit though, by that time, I was craving something myself.

On the up side, I do make a mean coffee cake and like I always say, "if your going to do something wrong, you might as well do it right."

I certainly don't want to get on the scale today (217), and I think I saw my measuring tape run away, screaming something about moving to Australia!

I did walk 2 miles this morning. It was great!

EPIPHANY:

I've come to the conclusion that there are certain attitudes and adjustments that I'm going to have to make that might not meet the dictates of the dieting world.

A) Life is too short. By that I mean, don't be so fanatical about your diet that it impacts the lives of those around you. I recently found myself trying to talk my children out of having a birthday cake because I knew I wouldn't be able to resist it. My advice to myself; Lighten UP! Life is too short. One small slice of cake isn't going to make or break your diet. It is but a small moment. Enjoy it and then move on.

B) We can enjoy our favorite foods as long as we realize we can't eat like teenagers anymore. I remember when Dolly Parton first lost all her weight and someone asked her how she did it. She said she still ate all the foods she loved, but she had only one or two bites and then walked away. She didn't feel deprived and she didn't feel the need to bury herself in guilt. In the end, she ended up with a figure we would all be thrilled to possess.

So instead of becoming a hard core health nut, which is what I was trying to do--and have been for years--and obviously it hasn't been working, which means it isn't right--I should concentrate on individual foods one meal at a time. For instance, today I made grilled cheese sandwiches and tomato soup for my family for lunch. This has been a favorite of mine since I was a child, and since It's been a favorite for fifty years, the odds that I was going to abandon it were slim. Therefore, I made small changes in the right direction.

1. I buy my bread at the bakery section of my grocery store and have them slice it thin.

2. White cheese is always a better choice than yellow cheese, and especially dry cheeses.

I use provolone instead of cheddar. It's lower in fat and has no harmful dyes.

3. Instead of frying the sandwich in butter as we did when we were little, I brush the

slices with cold pressed extra virgin olive oil. Much healthier than any other option.

4. I allow myself to enjoy one sandwich instead of two and half a cup of soup, instead of

a whole bowl, and I find I'm quite satisfied.

5. If I do find I'm still hungry (not likely) then I can eat a few almonds and I'm good.

I guess what I'm trying to say is, listen to your heart. There's too much conflicting information in the world today and the Lord will guide you in all the righteous desires of your heart. Remember he placed all these foods on the earth for our benefit and ENJOYMENT. So enjoy.

DAY 3

Who knew a wedge salad was so high in calories? Does that seem unfair to anyone else? You eat a giant wedge of iceburg lettuce with no more than a tablespoon of salad dressing and a few sprinkles of bacon (seriously, I could count them on one hand) and its 450 calories! Okay, so we learn as we go.

My calorie intake for yesterday was around 1500

My weight is still 218

I walked last night as well as this morning 4 miles total combined.

I just think life should be more fair. I passed up desert on date night! Shouldn't that count for something?

DAY 2

Not a perfect day, but not a bad one either. I had a lunch date with a friend so doing poorly was a given. I also had two fun size candy bars in my desk drawer, crying out to be eaten, and since there was nobody else home, I had to eat them myself. They're gone now, may they rest in peace.

My calorie consumption for today was 1400

I plan on doing yoga since my schedule didn't allow for a morning walk. Tomorrow will be better as long as it doesn't rain. My walking partner pushes me pretty hard. I'll let you know how I do.

New Beginnings

I believe in mantra's. Good ones. Positive phrases used to encourage and motivate. If you have a good mantra you'd like to share, please do. For now, my mantra is "Start Now!"

There is one mantra that should never make it into our repartee, yet I bet its one you've used at least once, if not more.

"I'll start tomorrow."

To date I've accumulated 20+ years worth of "I'll start tomorrows."

I'll start my diet tomorrow

I'll start exercising tomorrow

I'll stop eating sugar tomorrow

Here's what I've learned, (better late than never). Tomorrow never comes.

Satan knows that if he can get you to hold off on any good thing, just 24 hours, he can get you to put it off indefinitely. Well no more. It stops here. I will start right now.

I am 52 years old this month.

I am 5 ft. 4 inches tall.

I weigh 217 lbs. Thats 90 lbs. too much.

And I will break this cycle today.

Measurements, weight, and food will be logged each day. Hopefully we will see me shrink with each passing hour, but if not, at least I will be developing a healthier lifestyle, satan free.

YOU GO GIRL!