Side tracked

Fig does not want me to crochet tonight.

"Day 11

I have lost 11 lbs so far.  My energy is up and I am not as hungry as I was to start.

Another Dana Original

These are my "Live Necklaces".  Little clay pots with succulants planted in them.  Each one is no larger than 2 inches tall. These were the test run.  I will have more colors and variety later.

Day 10

9.4 lbs! I am past the water weight if you ask me. Working out, following a 1300 calorie diet and drinking so much water is helping. What I don't understand is the non support. The employees of the gym are non supportive. But whatever. I really dont need them.

I would rather go to the gym and work out with out them noticing then attending the classes. I am accountable for me. I want this for me.

I am getting used to the calories...even though I had bread for dinner. Just because.

Day 9

Today is day 9. I have lost a total of 8 lbs.
I have kept mostly under my 1380 calorie goal per day. The first couple of days, I was hungry. Not so much the past few days. Working out is not a "drippy" as the first couple of days. And I am trying to be consistent with the 20 minute workout which is not so bad working out 3 times a week. Maybe soon, I can find the time at work to do it every day. Something to look forward to.

The Challenge

Saturday and Sunday I used the detox soup to prep for the Challenge. It was tasty, but I was really ready for FOOD today.
I did not have coffee this morning. Not part of my plans, but I can live through a day with out the caffeine. Go figure! Don't ask about my headache...lol. I have had about 64 oz of water and I am still thirsty. GO WATER!
And I have walked on the tread mill for 10 minutes. I will hit it again later.
Here is what I found; this info online and it seems like common sense to me. http://commonsensehealth.com/Diet-and-Nutrition/Best_Ways_to_Increase_Metabolism_Naturally.shtml

1. Make a Commitment. Like any established bad habit, nothing will change unless you make a commit to changing your behavior.
2. Practice awareness. To be more conscious of what's happening, jot down when and what you eat and how you feel before and afterwards.
3. Manage your stress. Healthy emotional distress management is an important life skill. Positive ways to reduce stress include regular exercise, relaxation techniques and getting support from family and friends.
4. Be physically active. Exercise reduces stress and is a great mood enhancer too. So be sure you make time for regular physical activity.
5. Create new comforts. Make a list of healthy activities you enjoy. And, whenever you feel the need, treat yourself to something on your list.
6. Start eating healthier. When you eat for health you'll choose more high fiber foods, such as vegetables, beans, whole grains and fresh fruits, plus healthy high protein foods, like fish, lean poultry and low-fat dairy. 7. Eat mini-meals often. By eating 5 or 6 small healthy meals a day, including breakfast, you help keep your blood sugar and moods stable.
8. Get rid of temptations. Don't keep unhealthy food in the house, don't shop for food when hungry or stressed and plan ahead before eating out.
9. Get enough sleep. When you're tired, it's easier to give in to emotional eating. Consider taking a nap and be sure to get a good nights sleep.
10. Use healthy distraction. Instead of overeating, take a walk, surf the Internet, pet your cat or dog, listen to music, enjoy a warm bath, read a good book, watch a movie, work in the garden or talk to a friend.
11. Practice mindfulness. Mindful eating means paying attention to the act of eating and observing your thoughts and feelings in the process.
12. Get some support. TAMARA is my buddy and I have my team at work.

I have found that the book on Buddhism is also giving me better mind balance. It is putting many things in my life into prospective. Happiness is truly inside!
We will call this
DAY 1

Damn that movie Marley and Me!

Today is a sad day. We took Buddy, our yellow lab to the vet. As I suspected, he has many tumors. One on each hip, in his neck and on his belly. Over the past 2 weeks he has been dropping weight so fast so the tumors have become obvious. Pete thought maybe he had heart worms, wishful thinking on his part I believe.
We have 3 options for Buddy. Chemo, Steroids that will prolong his life and put him to sleep. The vet said that he may have 3 weeks or so before he gets to the point of being in pain or going downhill really fast. Buddy is almost 11 years old.

Buddy is at home right now. He is an old boy and we do not want him to suffer. The decision will be hard any way we go. Every time we look at him we frown though. All we see now is his sickness. My poor husband has been so sad since we noticed Buddy getting ill. He did not sleep at all last night because he knew Buddy was going to the vet today.

Poor Buddy. I think I will go home and make him a homemade dinner. I will give him all the things he would love to have but can't cause they say it is bad for dogs.

Cheif

My name is Chief. I am a 4 year old pedigreed Basset Hound (French for "rather low dog"). I was living in Half Way, Missouri until yesterday, July Fourth. Independence Day! I was trotting down the center of Mo Highway 32, right before you get to the Half Way Baptist Church (I know, I know.... what's the other half?) when I was nearly mowed down by an SUV. I followed the SUV down to the highway shed, where they stopped, hoping they'd let me in their nice, cool car. No way, Jose. But luckily, my new friend Susan turned around and came back to see about me. She didn't know me but let me get in her car, where I promptly spread around muddy paw prints and shed a bunch of hair so I'd be more comfortable. She drove me to a bunch of places, mostly where no one was home, and asked me if it was my house. Nope. Nope. Nope. Finally we pulled into my driveway. Susan knocked on the door and my dad came out and yelled at me. I cowered and rolled over on my back, hoping he wouldn't hit me. He told Susan that he couldn't do anything with me and that I wouldn't stay in the yard. I could see that Susan instantly recognized that THERE WAS NO FENCE separating my yard from busy highway 32, and appreciated the danger. She also suggested to my dad that he should not hit me. "Do you want him?" my dad asked. "I've been trying to give him away." Mind sharp as a steel trap, my new BFF Susan sized up the situation and knew that if she left me there, I would likely be run down on the highway and would definitely get a smack from my dad. We were gone before dad could change his mind. Susan is a very nice lady, but she already has three kids. Her accommodations are comfortable, but crowded. I need more space. I need someone who will take me for walks and rides in the car or who has a big back yard with maybe one or two other dogs to play with.

Is that you? If you think it might be, please Email Danaroberts76@gmail.com

Thank you for your time.

Love, Chief. P.S.

I am not capable of making puppies and play well with others, even cats. I am not accustomed to spending much time inside as I lived on a farm. My shots are about due and Susan has offered to pay for them if you would like to take me home with you.

Shopping for Books at the Thrift Stores...

What the Colors in your Aura Reveal!

Maybe I will light some candles and draw a bath to read this one. LOL

Something I have been wanting to learn more about!

Hundreds of questions you'd only ask a doctor after your third Martini...

Sounds like an interesting Bathroom Read to me.

An Explanation of the Budddhist Way of Life

I almost feel like the "hunt" for the books surpasses the actual read. I am so excited to find these books, to peel open the cover and digress into a self consumed fog within the books. YUM!

BITE ME

I am reading between two books. Natural Cures is my homework per say. I am going to be working on a "lifestyle change". Tee Hee Hee. This Idea came about from a conversation about the 500 Calorie diet. Yes, 500 calorie=not enough to live on diet. The concept is not imposing any toxins and eating clean while your body eats on the stored fat. It is a quick diet and a hormonal diet. Needless to say, I am researching on this information.

But for the fun side of life, I am reading BITE ME.

Bite Me a Love Story. I am having a hard time keeping with it because the first chapters of this book is summing up the last book, YOU SUCK. I liked the last book a lot so I hope this one picks up soon...

YOU SUCK

A Great Book I read in 2 days. It is everything I would want in a book with humor near mine. I could relate with this book and the plot was a little different then the normal Vampire.

Now I am going to start Bite Me which is a book that leads off of You Suck.

I have a pile of at least 10 books I am wanting to read. Wish me luck!