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The Benefits of Organization

When I first got married I was a “messy.”
Messy at work
Messy at home
Messy in the car
Messy pretty much everywhere!
It’s funny to think about because it was only John and I. Honestly – why was it so hard to be neat and organized? I’m not really certain, but I’m pretty sure it’s because I was lazy. [...]

Weekend Eating

I loved the weekends. Weekend food was fun. Cinnabons in the mall. (Yes, the plural was deliberate) Large buttered popcorn at the movie theatre, chips and cheese after the kids went to bed, special “just because” desserts and fast food restaurants were normal fare for me before I lost 150 pounds. Why is it that [...]

Excuses, Excuses, Excuses – “I’m Not Ready”

In a previous posts I’ve talked about some excuses that I hear when people try to explain to me why they just can’t seem to diet and lose weight. There are a myriad of them, and I used them all at one time or another. Here’s one excuse that I hear very frequently – not only as [...]

Don’t Go So Fast!

When was the last time you really tasted a chip? Could you describe what a Dove chocolate does as you eat it? I couldn’t. But as I worked through my year of weight loss, and ultimately lost over 150 pounds, I learned to slow down and experience the food.

What About Fat Acceptance?

When I was overweight I struggled greatly with self-confidence and with self -esteem. Maybe they are one in the same. I never felt comfortable in my new bigger body and winced every single time I actually looked at myself in the mirror. I have given a lot of thought over the past months to the [...]

Working Out At Home (Gym In A Bag Giveaway!)

A few weeks ago I hosted a giveaway for a Gym In A Bag, and guess what? Jerry at Gym in a Bag was so impressed by your comments that he wanted to give another one away! Thanks Jerry! I’ve been using it consistently since I got mine and have enjoyed feeling stronger and more [...]

What Do You Drink?

I was reading Leah’s blog yesterday and she mentioned that she had a hard time getting enough water in during the month of February. I’ve seen several other people say the same thing.
Me too!
I was wondering what you all drink when it’s cold outside. Ever since I lost all my weight I tend to be [...]

Clothes That Don’t Fit

In my pre-fat life I loved shopping.  I enjoyed spending an afternoon looking in store windows, having a cookie and a diet coke, and shopping for clothes.  It was pretty easy to find things I liked.  After all, during my early marriage I was an average weight and size.  Not everything I tried on was [...]

Non-Scale Victory When I Was Losing

 
It’s funny, but as I gained weight slowly over the years, none of my friends ever commented on the increase in my size.  No one ever said, “Diane, that weight gain looks good on you!”    Or, “I sure wish I could wear a size 24 pair of pants!”  And definitely no one said, “I hope [...]

How Much Weight Should I Lose?

How much weight do you want to lose?  10 pounds?  20 pounds? 30, 40, 50 or more?  When I was so overweight, the thought of losing over 150 pounds was absolutely daunting.  I honestly could not see how it would be possible to lose over half of my body weight.  If you are not overweight [...]