Knock, Knock, Knocking on 50's Door
This is me ten years ago. I believe I was hedging over the 200s, if not looking back over the hedge in disbelief.
This is me three and a half years ago after finally figuring out that food does not equal happiness, and that maybe if you find happiness, you forget to eat sometimes.
This is me eight months ago after forgetting everything I thought I knew about food and happiness and health.
And though I don't have anything recent, as in taken today, this is me about two months ago in Key West. (Give me a break... I'm usually BEHIND the camera)
Today I am about 12 pounds lighter, and I'm knocking on a total of 50 lbs lost since February of '06.
So what have I learned this time that will break the yo-yo string?
Probably nothing.
Because habits aren't really things that are learned as much as they are things that are practiced.
But I have "learned" that meat is not my friend... except the ham plant. The ham plant is my friend. So is the occassional steakshroom. I've learned that when I abstain from meat, I don't miss it at all.
I've "learned" that broccoli is sold in ready-to-steam bags at Publix, and that when I steam the bag in the microwave and cover it with an ounce of 2% cheese and I Can't Believe it's Not Butter, it can actually take the place of an entire meal. It also gives me wicked gas, which keeps the demanders (kids) at bay for a few hours.
I've "learned" that I cannot live without cheese, nor do I have to. I just can't eat a pound of it a day.
I've "learned" that bran is my friend.
I've "learned" that organic food tastes better, and it's way more expensive.
I've "learned" that I still hate going to the gym or excercising in general. However, I love to run. I'm not good at it yet, but I've increased the amount of time I can run from 1.5 minutes to ten minutes. I've learned that when I run, the world goes by so fast I don't have time to contemplate anything but the burn and the sting. And I like that.
I've "learned" that there is no place on earth where you can get away from chocolate or lasagna. The way to defeat them is to eat them... just not all of them. American restaurant servings are big enough for four people.
So those are some things, some habits, that I've slowly integrated into my daily living. I'm still doing Nutrisystem, not religiously, but for breakfast and lunch for sure. Some nights my dinner is a salad, or a MorningStar burger with some veggies. Some nights it's not. And as it stands, I'm only 15 pounds from my goal weight.
And I'm only two months from my vacation in Jamaica.
And I've learned that clothing optional resorts are GREAT weight loss motivators.
So if you'll excuse me now, I have to grab my iPod and run with Saving Jane.
This is me three and a half years ago after finally figuring out that food does not equal happiness, and that maybe if you find happiness, you forget to eat sometimes.
This is me eight months ago after forgetting everything I thought I knew about food and happiness and health.
And though I don't have anything recent, as in taken today, this is me about two months ago in Key West. (Give me a break... I'm usually BEHIND the camera)
Today I am about 12 pounds lighter, and I'm knocking on a total of 50 lbs lost since February of '06.
So what have I learned this time that will break the yo-yo string?
Probably nothing.
Because habits aren't really things that are learned as much as they are things that are practiced.
But I have "learned" that meat is not my friend... except the ham plant. The ham plant is my friend. So is the occassional steakshroom. I've learned that when I abstain from meat, I don't miss it at all.
I've "learned" that broccoli is sold in ready-to-steam bags at Publix, and that when I steam the bag in the microwave and cover it with an ounce of 2% cheese and I Can't Believe it's Not Butter, it can actually take the place of an entire meal. It also gives me wicked gas, which keeps the demanders (kids) at bay for a few hours.
I've "learned" that I cannot live without cheese, nor do I have to. I just can't eat a pound of it a day.
I've "learned" that bran is my friend.
I've "learned" that organic food tastes better, and it's way more expensive.
I've "learned" that I still hate going to the gym or excercising in general. However, I love to run. I'm not good at it yet, but I've increased the amount of time I can run from 1.5 minutes to ten minutes. I've learned that when I run, the world goes by so fast I don't have time to contemplate anything but the burn and the sting. And I like that.
I've "learned" that there is no place on earth where you can get away from chocolate or lasagna. The way to defeat them is to eat them... just not all of them. American restaurant servings are big enough for four people.
So those are some things, some habits, that I've slowly integrated into my daily living. I'm still doing Nutrisystem, not religiously, but for breakfast and lunch for sure. Some nights my dinner is a salad, or a MorningStar burger with some veggies. Some nights it's not. And as it stands, I'm only 15 pounds from my goal weight.
And I'm only two months from my vacation in Jamaica.
And I've learned that clothing optional resorts are GREAT weight loss motivators.
So if you'll excuse me now, I have to grab my iPod and run with Saving Jane.
posted by Robin at 12:15 PM
5 Comments:
We try to buy organic alot.
I haven't eaten beef in 16 years, and don't miss it. Rarely have any pork. I can relate to most everything you've said. We eat very healthy because it makes life feel better. And I am far from thin or anyone's ideal. But at least I know what I'm putting in my body is good for me. :)
Good for you for finding what works.
I love broccoli.
~S
You look mahvelous!
I eat a lot of organic food now, and I have given up red meat!
I have lost a bunch of weight too.
My mom was worried today that I might have a problem...like an eating disorder (which I don't).
She was just getting used to me being fat. ;)
I really wish I had you, Shephard & RobinBinsk nearby. I need a swift kick in the ass over my eating habits. I am not a huge meat eater, but I do love my pasta. And I love to over eat. It's truly an illness with me. I want to get motivated ~ but I just can't take that 1st step.
Youuuuu look amazing. A-stinkin-mazing. Clothing optional would be my motivation, too, I reckon!
Thank you for your words this morning. You do my soul a world of good.
I met his wife tonite. I'll discuss.
:)
M~
You look great.
Since having Nikolaus, I can't stand broccoli. EW. Don't tell my kid.
I love cheese. Big problem in this house.
Sounds to me like you have it all figured out!
((((HUGS)))), you hottie.
So I'm sitting here nibbling on this absolutely marvelous gouda that I nailed at EarthFare and I don't know whether to throw it away or gobble it quick before you notice. And all that exercise. Hard to do when you're trying to be a sophisticated pipe smoker, listening to a Shostakovich string quartet that's gone all atonal and gloomy, cocking my wool beret over one eye, oh-so-sexily. Besides, I've got bad knees.
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