Approaching the Finish Line
"I can do all things through Christ which strengtheneth me." Philippians 4:13
Well I am approaching my first major finish line. I have made little goals along the way and am now working towards that grand finale, my first 100 pounds. I have 29 pounds to go by January 16, 2009.
We had a wonderful vacation on Oak Island. The weather was great!!! I walked everyday. Most morning my husband and I walked on the beach early. He was my time keeper and my body guard (against the dogs). For some reason dogs love me and just have to sniff my feet. We walked an hour or more, 30-40 minutes out and then back. Some days we went sightseeing in Southport and would walk for hours in and out the shops and looking at the old homes. We visited Brunswick Town and walked around the historic sights. To my surprise I really missed the cardio and workouts at Body Dimensions Fitness. Eating on vacation is another story. We ate in a few meals but most meals were eaten out. I tried to keep it healthy and watch the portions. Portion control won out over healthy most of the time. One can eat only so much broiled and grilled seafood before one gives in to fried. My chicken was roasted and I ate sandwiches open faced. I ate omelets and pancakes with light syrup. Needless to say vacationing for a week is hard on one's eating program.
But I am not going to dwell in the past and got right back on my Living Lean as soon as I returned home!! But oh!! the temptations of life!!!! We had a birthday celebration at the office last week, a home-coming style meal at my church on Sunday, we are having a grilling at the office on Wednesday and my assistant is on vacation this week. The birthday celebration wasn't too hard because I stay in my office away from the kitchen as much as possible and there is usually something healthy amongst the dishes brought for birthdays. The meal at church was harder because my husband and I spent most of the day on Saturday cooking for the meal on Sunday. Then on Sunday there is so much food it is hard to resist. However my mother, God bless her, brought grilled tenderloin and there were some healthy veggies. My mother also brought sugar free banana pudding and I had a small portion. So I fared pretty well. Now as for the grilling at work I do not have a clue what is being served. BUT!! I need to learn to eat as healthy as possible in these situations. As for my assistant being on vacation---well I am addicted to food and stress really turns up the appetite!! When things get stressful I turn to food to help me over through the situation. So this week will be a little harder than usual.
I have had a few days of asthma problems. Changing seasons is always a challenge. These challenges kept me from attending the Race for a Cure on Saturday but I am so proud of all who took part. One of my goals is to be able to walk in this race next year. Congrats to all who crossed the finish line!!!
Well until next time enjoy the cool crisp mornings and the beautiful fall season. I love this time of year. I look forward to hearing from you. Write me at healthierfaith@bellsouth.net. Thanks for coming along on my journey to a healthier life. Faith
Well I am approaching my first major finish line. I have made little goals along the way and am now working towards that grand finale, my first 100 pounds. I have 29 pounds to go by January 16, 2009.
We had a wonderful vacation on Oak Island. The weather was great!!! I walked everyday. Most morning my husband and I walked on the beach early. He was my time keeper and my body guard (against the dogs). For some reason dogs love me and just have to sniff my feet. We walked an hour or more, 30-40 minutes out and then back. Some days we went sightseeing in Southport and would walk for hours in and out the shops and looking at the old homes. We visited Brunswick Town and walked around the historic sights. To my surprise I really missed the cardio and workouts at Body Dimensions Fitness. Eating on vacation is another story. We ate in a few meals but most meals were eaten out. I tried to keep it healthy and watch the portions. Portion control won out over healthy most of the time. One can eat only so much broiled and grilled seafood before one gives in to fried. My chicken was roasted and I ate sandwiches open faced. I ate omelets and pancakes with light syrup. Needless to say vacationing for a week is hard on one's eating program.
But I am not going to dwell in the past and got right back on my Living Lean as soon as I returned home!! But oh!! the temptations of life!!!! We had a birthday celebration at the office last week, a home-coming style meal at my church on Sunday, we are having a grilling at the office on Wednesday and my assistant is on vacation this week. The birthday celebration wasn't too hard because I stay in my office away from the kitchen as much as possible and there is usually something healthy amongst the dishes brought for birthdays. The meal at church was harder because my husband and I spent most of the day on Saturday cooking for the meal on Sunday. Then on Sunday there is so much food it is hard to resist. However my mother, God bless her, brought grilled tenderloin and there were some healthy veggies. My mother also brought sugar free banana pudding and I had a small portion. So I fared pretty well. Now as for the grilling at work I do not have a clue what is being served. BUT!! I need to learn to eat as healthy as possible in these situations. As for my assistant being on vacation---well I am addicted to food and stress really turns up the appetite!! When things get stressful I turn to food to help me over through the situation. So this week will be a little harder than usual.
I have had a few days of asthma problems. Changing seasons is always a challenge. These challenges kept me from attending the Race for a Cure on Saturday but I am so proud of all who took part. One of my goals is to be able to walk in this race next year. Congrats to all who crossed the finish line!!!
Well until next time enjoy the cool crisp mornings and the beautiful fall season. I love this time of year. I look forward to hearing from you. Write me at healthierfaith@bellsouth.net. Thanks for coming along on my journey to a healthier life. Faith
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10/20/2008 12:31:00 PM
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