A couple-three weeks ago, I emailed Blest that I was taking a bit of a break from this lovely site. I wondered why she never emailed me back but didn’t think much of it. And then, yesterday I was cleaning out the email folders and Lo and Behold, there it was inDrafts!
So, here I am back again after never announcing I was leaving. How’s that for awkward and embarrassing?
I don’t remember what my last weigh-in was but this week I was 144 at one point. Then my Aunt came to visit (ahem) and I stayed the same! I have been walking early every weekday morning for about 30 minutes and doing at least an hour on my bike or on a hiking trail each week-end day.
That is all well and good, but I have also been under some personal stress these past couple of weeks and when that happens to me, I don’t overeat, I under-eat. I have no appetite and only eat to stay alive, it seems. All very healthy and so on, but not my usual portions. In the meantime, as I am feeling better, I find I am full much faster and still can’t eat what I used to. I’ll be spending a couple of days this week measuring my portions and figuring my calories to see what, if any, adjustments need to be made. In other words, maybe it just seems I am eating too little but I’m actually on target.
I feel good and strong physically so I don’t expect to learn anything scary (with the calories) but I certainly don’t recommend the Emotional-Turmoil-to-Shrink-the-Stomach plan.
And don’t forget about 
So, time to get back on track.
Okay, I am no longer a red-head, real or otherwise. And while I enjoy yoga I haven’t done it for months so might as well remove that. Let’s add biking in there instead.
As for prizes, I can offer an Avon shower gel/lotion set, a tote bag, or a set of note cards. Just let me know.
Comment by lady laura — July 24, 2007 @ 7:58 am
Thanks for being the cleaning lady, Blest!
1. Brandi now runs for exercise and Bird is now 31
3. I have a $5 Starbuck’s gift card to give away
Comment by Brandi — July 24, 2007 @ 11:35 am
Well the bit about losing so much by Christmas in mine needs to come out. I’ll try to think about it and let you know.
Thanks for doing all this Blest. We love you
Comment by Debs — July 24, 2007 @ 12:33 pm
1. There was a point right when I turned 25 last September when I kept forgetting how old I was and telling people that I was 26. The day I emailed you my info for the “meet the team” link must’ve been during that time period. I am currently 25 but will be 26 in September! You also could add “about to move to sunny California” in there somewhere. And about 25 pounds! Sheesh. I’ve definitely backed that down to about 20. My body is happy and healthy right now. I am currently at a point where I want to continue eating healthy and also continue to lose a few pounds through increased exercise and increased muscle mass. My current goal is to be at goal by this upcoming Christmas.
2. Please add me! http://jenniferincali.blogspot.com/
3. I can offer a set of 4 homemade notecards — birthday, friend, hello, etc. plus envelopes, of course!
Comment by Anne — July 24, 2007 @ 1:16 pm
Yeah, I’m not working in school anymore as of about 4 days ago, but I am still looking after children, so you could change that bit if you can think of a way to make it sound good
Otherwise it’s ok really. I still need to lose 100 pounds. You could mention that I’ve already lost 30+.
My blog is still correct.
Comment by Debs — July 24, 2007 @ 2:05 pm
I’m no longer 36, I’ve decided I’ll be 29.
No, seriously, I’m still 36. But I’m not doing Slimfast anymore, I’m following a low-carb healthy diet, and my goal is to lose 65-70 pounds total instead of 50.
I will give away one Love Inspired book.
Comment by Jana — July 24, 2007 @ 3:31 pm
I also bike for exercise. Wish I could do more, but I’m still working on that hip pain. I guess you could also include my hobbies - knitting and quilting. Everything else is still pretty much the same. Thanks!
Comment by Anita — July 24, 2007 @ 4:35 pm
Ok so I will donate bubble bath. And I have now joined a gym to get my exercise.
Comment by Kellie — July 24, 2007 @ 6:43 pm
Blest, I think you need to change your thing, after all isn’t your eldest 9 now?
love ya x
Comment by Debs — July 25, 2007 @ 1:07 am
Blest — I actually have two sets of 4 homemade cards to give away. So count that for two prizes
Comment by Anne — July 25, 2007 @ 6:21 am
Better late than never…put me down for 2 gifts. Not sure what they’ll be, but I’ll come up with something.
Comment by Cristina — July 25, 2007 @ 7:03 am
I think I have a bit to change in my profile. I’m now just using good ole diet and exercise to lose. My favorite exercise right now is Yoga. However I think running is the exercise I do the most. I still think I’m a “fun mom” — and also anyone who knows me knows that I am passionate about women and babies (born and unborn) so I think that should be in there somewhere because it is a huge part of who I am.
Comment by Mandi — July 25, 2007 @ 7:41 am
I’m not 30 yet!!! But I will be in November so I guess you don’t have to change it
And I’m not using any Nutrisystem food, just low GI recipes.
Sorry I missed the party! I’ve had company the past two weeks and been busy!
Comment by Christy — July 27, 2007 @ 6:37 pm