I Can't Believe It!

As some of you may know who read my blog now and then, I lost 20 pounds last spring on WW. Since, May I hadn't really followed the program, just watched what I ate. My weight stayed around the 130 mark and I still wanted to loose those last 4 or 5 pounds.

This morning I was trying on outfits to wear to The Nutcracker with Poogie tomorrow and I noticed that my pants were loose and my shirts were too big. I didn't think I had lost any more weight. So I stepped on the scale and was amazed to find I had broken the 130 mark by one pound. Now, I know that doesn't sound like a lot but I haven't been below 130 in about 5 years. It felt great.

It was just what I needed during this holiday season. These last few months have been really hard. We have been adjusting to my hubby's new job. The idea of moving away from our friends this summer and starting over again in a new town. It is a double edged sword, I am excited about moving. I have always wanted to live in the new town, but it is hard to take my kids away from their friends. But, hey I won't let it get me down today!

Before and After

I finally got the nerve up to post my before and after photos of my weight loss. Noted that this after photo is actually about 4 to 5 pounds heavier than I am now it is still a major change for me.

The following before picture was taken last fall at a local fall fest. I admit the "colorful" top did nothing to hide my increase in size. My hubby took this wonderful photo that was the reason I really began my weight loss journey. I looked at it an couldn't believe this was me.

Now for my after. My hubby took these photos one evening a few months ago. Like I said I have lost a few more pounds but I still think I look a lot better.

I want to post some recent photos but I am waiting until after I get my hair done and looking decent.

It is Official...

I have lost 20 pounds! I can't believe it. I only have 4 more to go to reach my goal weight. Now all I need to do is work on toning up what I have left.

Day 3 Much Better!

After my first day meltdown I rearranged a few things and it is going much better. Yesterday we even took a trip to our local library to pick up books to go along with our science topic, cells.

I worked with Poogie first yesterday and then TT. Today I did the opposite. I think I will have to start with TT and then work with Poogie while he is doing independent work. He just has so much more to do and yesterday he didn't finish until around 2:30. That is late for us.

Today went well. The only downside was that the phone rung every ten minutes. Mostly my mom called and it is really distracting to the kids. If I don't answer she just comes over since she lives next door. Today she needed my help because she was getting cable hooked up, but it is always something. I was planning on using a system of colored pages hanging on my door. If the red sheet is up we are working, do not disturb. If green is up come on over.

Our situation is really hard because I live next door to both my widowed mother and father in law. They are both elderly and demand a lot of time. I have been trying to get my mom involved in activities at the local senior citizens center. They would come and get her and everything (she doesn't drive). But no she would rather I entertain her. Which is fine but I feel very overwhelmed right now and fear I will have a major meltdown if this year continues like last year did.

Anywho, tomorrow I get my permanent choppers. I want to take pics and post the before and after on my blog. Hmm, I might even make a sushi run after my appointment. That sounds so yummy right now.

My sinuses have been going crazy and they have taken over my taste buds. I can't really taste anything that isn't spicy. So of course I want to eat unhealthy things. I haven't gained any more weight but I haven't lost any either. Only 5 more pounds and I will have reached my goal. Darn sinuses.

I am feelin' Lucky..

Jeans that is. I finally had to get out all my favorite jeans and clothes that I had gotten way to big for this weekend because I didn't have anything to wear. My regular jeans were hanging way down on my hips and most I could pull on and off with them buttoned and zippered.

So I get out my favorite Hydraulic and Lucky jeans and YaHOO! I could fit in them. Some of my favorite stuff was even a little big for me. Just imagine a happy dance right now. That was what I was doing all day Sunday. I haven't been able to wear some of these jeans since I graduated college in '05. And they are all still stylish thank goodness.

I went shopping today while Poogie was at ballet dance camp. I went to my favorite store in the mall and was so happy to find I can now fit in their clothes and look good too. I purchased some cute shorts and tees on clearance. Now all I have to do is loose those last 5 pounds and I get to purchase my reward, a new pair of Lucky Jeans I have been eyeing for months.

I also have to make a final decision about what kind of smile that I want when I bet my permanent bridge. I have been looking forever for the perfect smile. The problem is what is perfect to me is hard to find. I don't want perfectly straight, false looking teeth. I want a natural looking smile. I think I will hit the bookstore tomorrow and check out a few more smiles in the magazines before I make my final selection.

Just can't get back in the saddle.

As my weight loss journey continues I find myself unable to get back in the saddle. For 5 to 6 weeks I followed the plan to the tee. I wasn't ever hungry and felt better than I had in years. Now after having a sinus infection, major dental work and a vacation I just can't get back on track.

I am still loosing weight at the rate of about 2 pounds a week but I haven't exercised since my dental procedure and I have been cheating quite a bit when I eat. The main problem is that it makes me feel yucky and I know if I just stopped I would feel better. I just can't.

I plan on going to the grocery store Sunday and planning my meals for next week just like I did when I started. I also want to get back to exercising if its no more than walking on my treadmill for 30 minutes. I will do better!

Ya Whooo! I've lost 10 Pounds!

Yep, that's right I have officially lost 10 pounds!!! I didn't think I would loose last week because it was my TOM and I was bloated, plus I didn't follow the diet each day. If I would have followed it I would have lost more, but I made it through the week and came out good.

I believe this is my 4th week on Weight Watchers and it has been really easy to do. I tried other ways of loosing weight but couldn't stick to it. This has been easy for me to stick with. I am doing WW online. I don't have time to go to the meetings so this works for me.

Back to school work.

Sushi, YUM!

Today I decided to take the kids for a sushi lunch on our way to the Y. TT and I love the Mexican Rolls at our local sushi restaurant and we have been craving it for a while. So off we went. Poogie loves the white rice and edemame. We had quite the feast. I just can't believe that I never at sushi until last year. If you haven't tried it you should and if you have and didn't like it maybe you should try another kind.

I love to go with my hs girlfriends and we get several different kinds that way I get to try everything. So far the only thing I really don't like is raw tuna. It is too fishy.

Anyway, my hubby met us there after lunch and went to the Y with us. The kids were so happy to have him home and for him to see them swim.

I am still working out everyday to meet my weight loss goal. I am beginning to enjoy it. I can't believe that but I am. I will see if my hard work is paying off Monday when I weigh in. Have a great weekend.