So Strange

Seriously, I feel like a yo-yo these days. I’m down to 196, so I lost 4 pounds this week. So strange. Anyway, I tracked a lot this week; not every day, but definitely more than last week. I made healthier choices – had a mango, some grapples, bunch of bananas, even had celery and carrots for a snack. I bought these real yummy Pretzel crisps from Costco and at first I put an ounce of cheese on them, but to save points I switched to smearing a cheese wedge on a serving (so now it’s a 3 point snack instead of a 5 point one)…they are so yummy!

I realized that I missed an issue of the WW magazine and I am not happy about it either…I LOVE their magazine! I thought it had been awhile since I’d received one and Barb was talking about these recipes she was trying from the magazine and I didn’t remember reading them. Anyway, I’m borrowing her copy! No point in buying one (that’s what I get a subscription for) – they are expensive too. I tried one of their soup recipes – Tortellini en Brodo and I LOVED IT! I changed it some by making it in the crockpot…just need to add a little more broth if you do it that way. Next time I make it I will probably add some mushrooms too. Katelynn loved it! She had it for dinner and lunch the next day – any food I can get her to eat these days is okay in my book. I’m going to try their Israeli Vegetable Couscous with Feta and Olives next. I went to the store and bought microwavable steamer bags to try their Micro-mashed potatoes and the weirdest thing happened – the bag was empty!! So, I called Ziplock and they are sending me free bags PLUS coupons! So strange.

I have not been able to find the motivation to start “working-out.” I take daily walks with the kiddos and dog, and I always make sure to include a large hill that makes my calves burn. It’s a workout hauling those kids around! I didn’t think it would be but you’re literally strapping a 10 pound weight to yourself while pushing 30 pounds and pulling/holding back 45 pounds. Hmmm…no wonder I work up a sweat. Today it was so nice outside, so while Denver was napping and Katelynn was playing with the sidewalk chalk I did 4-count jumping jacks and walking lunges. Felt great!

My sister and I are going shopping on Sunday. I was hoping that my weight would come off a little quicker so that I could fit into my “fat girl jeans” – a size 16 Levi’s that I’ve had forever. Well, they don’t fit. I did manage to squeeze into them two days ago, but really I wouldn’t be caught dead in public in them. I’ve been living in either my maternity pants or black yoga pants. It’s time to buy my first ever size 18 pants. I WILL NOT keep them once I can get into my 16’s, and you know what?! I’m going to get rid of my size 16’s too. If I ever “need” them again I will buy another pair, but I don’t plan on EVER needing them again. Of course IF I have another baby I might be back at this number again, but we’ll cross that bridge when we get to it.

I don't even want to think about summer clothes yet. I’ve got a long way to go to get into my size 12 and 14 summer outfits (Side Note: I have NEVER been anything smaller then a size 12…anything before age 13 doesn’t count). My WW leader said to buy yourself a new pair of shoes since you’ll be a different “size” by summer, but you’re feet will still be the same – smart lady! Maybe I’ll get a pair of sandals while we’re out.

I don’t have any big goals for the upcoming week. I didn’t make it to the meeting so I don’t know what the WW goal is – I will have to ask my sister tomorrow (it’s too late to call her now). I want to just keep going and stay positive about it all. Chris comes home on Friday – right in the middle of the “week;” it would be nice if I could get out for a run a few times before he deploys again. Sounds like I just made my goal…

Goals

Exercise – to go for 2 runs. I have no set distance or time goals since it’s been months since I’ve ran. I’ll just be happy to get out there and “run.”

Food – try to work in more veggies.