I made it to Ketosis!!

So, this morning I peed on the stick and it was pink...so I get to eat some fruit and veggies tonight with my chicken for dinner. I am going to make the biggest salad ever! I love that not only am I going to lose weight with this program, I am also ridding my body of all impurities, and putting only healthy things in.

Now, let me tell you about a tiny struggle I had last night. We had a formal dinner at my work, and the food came. First the salad, and I wanted it so bad. But, I just told them I didn't want one, and got up to use the restroom while everyone else finished theirs. When I came back, the food was being served, and out came my chicken, string beans, and potatoes. Of course, I could only eat the chicken, so I gave my potatoes to a friend, left the beans on the plate, and scraped the breading off the chicken until it was just meat. Yes, my plate looked like a small, very picky, child had eaten off it, but I was so proud of myself. Lastly, was dessert. It was apple pie, and coffee. Two things that I would have liked to have. However, I gave my pie to someone else, and turned the coffee cup upside down.

This was not easy for me, but I did it. And, just like me, anyone who has a serious amount of weight to lose, has to remember that it isn't about the moment. It's about the long-term goal. You have to ask yourself, is this worth ruining my efforts from the past couple of days? And, for me, the answer was a huge NO!

And, it was all worth it, because this morning when I found out I was in ketosis, I was all smiles. God is so good, and without him, I may have just tasted that apple pie!!

Day 2

So, I admit it, I had a dream about pizza last night! And, it was one of those dreams where you wake up and you aren't sure if it was real or not. I was so relieved to find out that I didn't really eat it.

But speaking of food I can eat, I made some yummy chicken tenders for dinner last night, that had been marinated in light italian dressing the night before, and some EVOO (okay, for those of you that don't watch Rachel Ray, that's extra virgin olive oil...hahaha!). They were delicious!! Only one problem, my house smelled like chicken all night long. Not good when you are trying to keep from being hungry. But, I got through it, and now on to another day full of protein!

Today for breakfast, I had the same thing as I did yesterday, but I made it prettier by cutting it up on the plate and adding pepper. I am learning. And, some old good habits I had forgotten I knew are coming back from WW. I got this!!

Motivational Pictures

Me and my mom before a day of shopping a few Spring's ago...


January 2009


I had lost 86 lbs in this picture :-)

Christmas 2008

This dress was actually too big when I put it on!

Ashley's wedding Nov 08

Go Hokies...in pink!

This was my under 200 party, first time since Jr. High...I will get back there, I know it!

This was at a great friends Wedding at Smith Mt. Lake...love that dress!

Love this shirt on me when I was smaller!

This was Spring 2008. I love those jeans, and can't wait to wear them again!

Day 1

So, my apt went really well. The staff was really nice. And, I had a good feeling afterwards. And, now for the weigh in...I have gained 51 lbs. in a year! Wow, I knew it was about 25-30, but had no idea I had gained that much. It's crazy how we just put weight on so fast, and it takes so long to get it off. But, I actually wasn't upset. I made my peace with it, and decided that I am looking forward, not backwards. I still have 36 that I have lost from the original starting weight, and I have to remain positive about that. I am not a failure, and it's really important to say to myself, it's okay, and I am doing something about it before I let it all come back~Go ME!

Today is Day 1, and for breakfast, I had a hard-boiled egg, a small turkey sausage patty, and 1/2 cup low-fat cottage cheese. I have drank enough water to make me float away, and have been to the bathroom a ridiculous amount of times. :-) And, for lunch, I just had some tuna.

The hardest part is remembering which vitamins, supplements, etc. to take at which time. I am like an old lady (no offense) with pill cases sitting on my desk. You know the one's that say S,M,T,W,Th,F,S...yup, that's me!

But, it's all worth it. The sooner I get to ketosis (all protein phase until your body starts burning it's own stored fat), I can introduce some fruits and veggies. I have never been so excited to see them!!

So for now, I am starting, I am extremely proud of myself, and am 100% dedicated to making this a success, no matter what!!

And, so it begins...again!

For most of you that know me, also know that I have struggled with my weight for pretty much my whole life. I have always loved to eat, and used food for many other things besides nutrition. Food is my friend. My comfort. When I am sad, happy, angry, or just bored, I open the fridge. But, today I decided to do something about it for the LAST time!

But, don't let me get ahead of myself...a little background is in store for those that need to catch up, whoever you are...read carefully :-)

About three years ago, I decided to join Weight Watchers in Christiansburg. It was right after I had gotten out of a horrible relationship, and was really tired of being overweight. When I got on the scale, I was mortified to know that I weighed in at a whopping 269.9! Over a two year period, with many struggles, I accomplished a tremedous weight loss of 86.8 lbs by February 2009! I was so proud of myself, but then, like always, life happened. I had vowed that I wasn't going to gain the weight back, but little by little, over the past year, with the help of "life", I have put back on some of the weight. I am not exactly sure how much, but I am about to find out today.

With the help of some really good friends, plus the fact that I can no longer squeeze into my size 16's anymore, I have decided to join a physician managed program called The Weigh Station. And, my good friend Ashley, suggested that I start a blog about it. I am hoping that I can inspire others through my perseverance, and prove to myself as well, that when you truly set your mind to something, you can accomplish any goal in life. I was so close before, but I didn't realize it. This time I am going all the way, no exceptions!

By the time I am thirty, I want to be that person who has been hiding inside me for so many years. With everyone's help and support, I know I can achieve this goal I have set for myself. Please feel free to comment and provide positive feedback! I am holding myself accountable through this blog, and I know you will all help me along the way to succeed.

My intitial consultation is today at 2:30. I will update you weekly as to my progress, and anytime I feel the need to vent, I will blog it out for you all to read...