Little Footprints

This is my last 'week' of work.  June 30th is my last day.  I am super excited for this opportunity, yet I'm super depressed about it at the same time.  This was the longest I ever had a job (at the same place), the people here are great and best of all--I loved my job. So yes, I always have to go back to God, during these times.  What does He have in store for me?  What am I really destined to do?  What do I really want to do? These are questions that have been swarming in my head for quite some time, just tried to not 'face it' head on and now I have to deal with it.  For the time being, I'm going to spend a ton of time with my little family and hopefully reconnect with my husband as I believe we need to reconnect and focus on our family and not outside sources.  That is my goal for the time being.  So that's that. On an up note--since this blog is generally dedicated to my weight loss--I am now at 29 lbs. lost (164.7 lbs.).  I a...

As I've said since January--slow and steady wins the race.  It has taken me this long to lose 25 lbs. since January and you know what, I'm ok with that--because it is staying off.  One year ago in June, I weighed about 210bs. (per my doctor's office).--today, I weigh 169.5--that is a 40.5 weight loss since about a year ago. So, what is 25 lbs.??  5 bags of ice (5 lbs. each)....12.5 bags of M&Ms  (the 2 Pounders)...yup, all of that GONE! 40.5 lbs.?  Well that's really easy...my 8 year old weighs about 47 lbs.  so just shy of lil ole Bailey. I have about 40 more I want to lose--so I'm hoping this time next year, I would have reached that goal. Since I have reached this mini goal--I wonder what I should reward myself with....(non-food related). Bring on the ideas!!!

I completed my first 5K walk yesterday.  I completed the Weight Watchers Walk-it Challenge in a little over an hour (1:05:30).  I am so happy I completed this as it was a huge step for me.  My family, friends, even FB friends were my biggest cheerleaders and I'd have to say I totally think it's gonna stick this time--the weight LOSS, not the weight. So here it is, the pic that was taken after my 5K was completed.  I DID IT! Oh yeah, I weighed in this morning because I was SOOO GOOD this weekend--I'm officially at 170.0 lbs.

My weight is coming off slow--however at least it's coming off, right?  I wish I didn't feel so discouraged, but hey at least I'm still losing. I have lost a total of 22 lbs. in about 4 months - the thing I'm most proud of is I've sticked with Weight Watchers THIS LONG.  I'm hoping by the end of summer, I will be at least 15 lbs. lighter around August, I suppose. For me, what I weigh right now is a point of no return--I haven't weighed this less since before my daughter was born and it feels awesome.  I'm on my way down and I haven't looked back (or up) in a while. Wish me luck and let's hope I continue to succeed.  All of you that read my blog (very few, lol) and those that actually leave comments, I am forever greatful.  Thank you.

8 whatchamacalits :-) May try this for dinner if I don't go to Cheddar's Ingredients: 1 spray(s) cooking spray 8 oz Kraft Velveeta Light Reduced-Fat Pasteurized Processed Cheese Product 1/2 cup(s) fat-free sour cream 1/4 cup(s) fat-free evaporated milk 1/4 cup(s) scallion(s), green part only, minced 1/4 tsp crushed red pepper flakes 3 cup(s) (chopped) roasted chicken breast, chopped* 6 medium whole wheat tortilla(s), 7-inches each 1/4 cup(s) low-fat shredded cheddar cheese, sharp variety 6 medium olive(s), green, pitted, sliced 1/4 cup(s) salsa Directions Preheat oven to 350ºF. Coat a 9-inch glass baking dish with cooking spray. In a microwave-safe bowl, combine cheese product and sour cream; cover and microwave on high power until cheese melts, about 1 1/2 to 2 minutes. Remove half of melted cheese to a small bowl and stir in evaporated milk; set aside. Add scallions, red pepper flakes and chicken to remaining cheese mixture; stir to coat. Spoon about ...

(mainly cuz I'm sick (soar throat, ick)).  However, something that is making me feel better is my 2.0  POUND weight loss this week!  I'm excited and hopes it just sticks.  I started going to the YMCA this week and walking on the elliptical and swimming...I only went twice this week, cuz I didn't want to just dive into it and burn out. Well anyways, I gotta go--have a Dr. Appt. today at 2--let's hope I get some sleep tonight :-)

Yup - 1.3 lbs. down this week, I'm really proud of myself.  My really proud moment - fitting into a pair of jeans a size smaller that what I've been wearing--and by fit I don't mean "lay on the bed, suck in my gut and try to pull them up" fit, I mean, fitting like 'normal' :-D My goal is by summer (Julyish) to be another size down.  Yup, I think I'll do that :-) What are you plans this summer?