I've been eating like CRAP!! Not being mindful, not weighing, not exercising...what the hell is wrong with me?! I can give people advice/suggestions all day long, but I can't take care of me?
I need some motivation!...or a vacation! THAT would be nice!
Friday, April 20, 2012
Monday, April 9, 2012
Quotes that I like related to healthy eating
To eat is a necessity, but to eat intelligently is an art.
- La Rochefoucauld
He that takes medicine and neglects diet, wastes the skill of the physician.
- Chinese Proverb
Leave your drugs in the chemist's pot if you can heal the patient with food.
- Hippocrates
When diet is wrong medicine is of no use.
When diet is correct medicine is of no need.
- Ancient Ayurvedic Proverb
You are what you eat.
- American Proverb
Let food be thy medicine, thy medicine shall be thy food.
- Hippocrates
Let nothing which can be treated by diet be treated by other means.
- Maimonides
The doctor of the future will give no medication, but will interest his patients in the care of the human frame, diet and in the cause and prevention of disease.
- Thomas A Edison
One should eat to live, not live to eat
-Benjamin Franklin
Preach not to others what they should eat, but eat as becomes you, and be silent
-Epictetus
Those who think they have no time for healthy eating will sooner or later have to find time for illness.
-Edward Stanley
What is food to one man may be fierce poison to others
- Lucretius.
Monday, April 2, 2012
I have good intentions...promise
It's April...I posted once in March, and that was on March 1st.
I'm slack...I know! I can't believe that just 'thinking' about blogging doesn't work...shameful!
I'm feeling good today. As opposed to yesterday, where I felt like I could've chopped my legs off and been happy. More on that in a minute.
I've kept up with 'monthly' weight loss and without much effort (probably my lack of French fries and sweet tea) I lost 4.8 lbs! That's good motivation. Summer is coming fast!
So, I looked back over my numbers today...that brings me to a total of 44.2 lbs lost since start and 33.8 lbs lost since last March...pretty remarkable. Makes me feel all accomplished! Plus I'm liking the way my clothes are fitting.
Okay, so...this was supposed to be my year of 'fitness'...lets just say I put the 'pro' in procrastination!
Anyway...March 31st...2 days ago...I took the Insanity Fitness Challenge. Let's just say, I know why Insane is implied in this workout now...and I haven't even started the workout!
I should've done the first 'official' workout yesterday, but I just couldn't do it...so, it should be today! My legs were killing me! I'm not fit...things look so much easier than they actually are, and in my head I think I'm still young and fit...what the heck happened?!
I want to be stronger, more fit...not just be able to jog...
So, here's to 60 days. I'm tracking my progress (privately) and hope to 'see' some visual results as well as see the numbers on my fit test get better.
If I get progress like I want, I may decide to share when this is over. For now, I'm keeping it all to myself!
I'm slack...I know! I can't believe that just 'thinking' about blogging doesn't work...shameful!
I'm feeling good today. As opposed to yesterday, where I felt like I could've chopped my legs off and been happy. More on that in a minute.
I've kept up with 'monthly' weight loss and without much effort (probably my lack of French fries and sweet tea) I lost 4.8 lbs! That's good motivation. Summer is coming fast!
So, I looked back over my numbers today...that brings me to a total of 44.2 lbs lost since start and 33.8 lbs lost since last March...pretty remarkable. Makes me feel all accomplished! Plus I'm liking the way my clothes are fitting.
Okay, so...this was supposed to be my year of 'fitness'...lets just say I put the 'pro' in procrastination!
Anyway...March 31st...2 days ago...I took the Insanity Fitness Challenge. Let's just say, I know why Insane is implied in this workout now...and I haven't even started the workout!
I should've done the first 'official' workout yesterday, but I just couldn't do it...so, it should be today! My legs were killing me! I'm not fit...things look so much easier than they actually are, and in my head I think I'm still young and fit...what the heck happened?!
I want to be stronger, more fit...not just be able to jog...
So, here's to 60 days. I'm tracking my progress (privately) and hope to 'see' some visual results as well as see the numbers on my fit test get better.
If I get progress like I want, I may decide to share when this is over. For now, I'm keeping it all to myself!
Thursday, March 1, 2012
February is Over...
You know...it's easy to try to rationalize things to yourself...make excuses...whatever you want to call it.
The truth is always easier though, because I really know the truth.
So, truth of the matter is...I was lazy this month! Didn't exercise like I should have, didn't eat well (sickness backed this point up), and just have lacked motivation.
There are consequences to all choices, so...the scale showed it this month. Gain for the month of February!
I'm not worried about it, just needed to be honest with myself.
I am in the middle of accomplishing some personal goals related to eating/drinking and I know that the results of that will be positive (hopefully negative on the scale though).
I feel stressed and unmotivated and I need to find the root of these problems so that I can overcome them.
The truth is always easier though, because I really know the truth.
So, truth of the matter is...I was lazy this month! Didn't exercise like I should have, didn't eat well (sickness backed this point up), and just have lacked motivation.
There are consequences to all choices, so...the scale showed it this month. Gain for the month of February!
I'm not worried about it, just needed to be honest with myself.
I am in the middle of accomplishing some personal goals related to eating/drinking and I know that the results of that will be positive (hopefully negative on the scale though).
I feel stressed and unmotivated and I need to find the root of these problems so that I can overcome them.
Monday, February 27, 2012
Vegan Birthday Cake
I must admit that it was nice to indulge Saturday at my sons birthday party (plus it was my birthday as well).
He's not a typical sweet eater, and I like the kids to decide what they like...and this year, all his choices were Vegan.
So, Friday Vegan Chocolate Chip cookies at school...
Saturday, I made Vegan Chocolate Chip Cake.
Yummy!
Friday, February 24, 2012
Friday, February 17, 2012
Ahhh S***!
Not really, but stay tuned for the story...
I have high expectations of my kids. I know this. How they should behave, use their manners, act at the dinner table, etc.
So, not that last night was a 'normal' dinner. Everyone was preparing and going to eat their own thing, and of course I was the last one still in the kitchen while David and the kids were at the table.
Much to my disappointment, they would not stop laughing and playing. I mean not just having a good time, but pretty rowdy and disruptive. I know we were home, but we were still at the dinner table, and I was not happy. I even made a comment about how I should've gone ahead and ran to the ATM because I didn't want to be at the table with them.
Well, Bryson has a way to get to me, and you NEVER know what's going to come out of his mouth.
So, he says "Ahhhh, defecate!"
Here's to learning the 'official' word to things...have I ever mentioned how you should never hope/pray for smart kids, that's a whole story!
So, he succeeded, I laughed til I cried. David looked at me and said, "Really Mom?, do I need to send you to the bank now?"
I'll be glad when Bryson is done with steroids! :)
I have high expectations of my kids. I know this. How they should behave, use their manners, act at the dinner table, etc.
So, not that last night was a 'normal' dinner. Everyone was preparing and going to eat their own thing, and of course I was the last one still in the kitchen while David and the kids were at the table.
Much to my disappointment, they would not stop laughing and playing. I mean not just having a good time, but pretty rowdy and disruptive. I know we were home, but we were still at the dinner table, and I was not happy. I even made a comment about how I should've gone ahead and ran to the ATM because I didn't want to be at the table with them.
Well, Bryson has a way to get to me, and you NEVER know what's going to come out of his mouth.
So, he says "Ahhhh, defecate!"
Here's to learning the 'official' word to things...have I ever mentioned how you should never hope/pray for smart kids, that's a whole story!
So, he succeeded, I laughed til I cried. David looked at me and said, "Really Mom?, do I need to send you to the bank now?"
I'll be glad when Bryson is done with steroids! :)
Thursday, February 16, 2012
Cravings?
Everyone gets cravings right? I know some people crave sweets, some people crave salty, etc.
I like spicy food.
So, of all of the flavors I miss since going Vegan, it's hot buffalo sauce. I mean, what can you really eat this on that makes sense?!
Earthfare is a lifesaver! Soy Delight Vegan Buffalo Nuggets are soooo addicting and delicious.
I don't even care how they make them, what sauce, etc. This is my processed faux meat weakness AND I didn't have to make it...maybe that's why it tastes so good.
I try to limit myself to once a week, but I promise you I could eat them everyday.
My family enjoys them as well, which includes two meat-eaters, so they must really be good :)
I like spicy food.
So, of all of the flavors I miss since going Vegan, it's hot buffalo sauce. I mean, what can you really eat this on that makes sense?!
Earthfare is a lifesaver! Soy Delight Vegan Buffalo Nuggets are soooo addicting and delicious.
I don't even care how they make them, what sauce, etc. This is my processed faux meat weakness AND I didn't have to make it...maybe that's why it tastes so good.
I try to limit myself to once a week, but I promise you I could eat them everyday.
My family enjoys them as well, which includes two meat-eaters, so they must really be good :)
Vegan Blog Network
So, looking at blog stats today (nerdy, I know) and I see this:
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Back to normal
I'm not sure what 'normal' is, and I know that it's different for everyone. For the sake of the word though, today should be 'back to normal' for me.
Tuesday I left work early because my son was sick...that turned into running around town, doctors visit, Rx pickup...fun, right?!
Then yesterday (Wednesday) he had to stay home again, so that meant I stayed home with him. Just getting out of routine seems to mess things up.
I'm not going to call it an unproductive day though because I cleaned out my closet and clothes, did laundry, and cleaned the car.
I do like the 'normal' days though. Things are more predictable AND that means my baby is feeling better!
I mentioned that I cleaned my car, right? So, of course it's raining today...should've known!
The kids and I watched Breaking Dawn Part 1 last night. I was questioning my decision, but apparently they don't understand the subtleties and 'it was really cool' (their words, not mine). All in all, I think we're good.
We survived Valentine's Day with my daughter and boyfriend. I was hoping that since this is 5th grade it would be seamless, and it was...whew!
The steroids that my son is on for the croup treatment keep him jacked up, which is so not like him. I got some videos of him dancing...they are priceless.
I'm going to try to post them.
Cinema
I'm Sexy and I Know It (take 1)
I'm Sexy and I Know It (take 2)
Tuesday I left work early because my son was sick...that turned into running around town, doctors visit, Rx pickup...fun, right?!
Then yesterday (Wednesday) he had to stay home again, so that meant I stayed home with him. Just getting out of routine seems to mess things up.
I'm not going to call it an unproductive day though because I cleaned out my closet and clothes, did laundry, and cleaned the car.
I do like the 'normal' days though. Things are more predictable AND that means my baby is feeling better!
I mentioned that I cleaned my car, right? So, of course it's raining today...should've known!
The kids and I watched Breaking Dawn Part 1 last night. I was questioning my decision, but apparently they don't understand the subtleties and 'it was really cool' (their words, not mine). All in all, I think we're good.
We survived Valentine's Day with my daughter and boyfriend. I was hoping that since this is 5th grade it would be seamless, and it was...whew!
The steroids that my son is on for the croup treatment keep him jacked up, which is so not like him. I got some videos of him dancing...they are priceless.
I'm going to try to post them.
Cinema
I'm Sexy and I Know It (take 1)
I'm Sexy and I Know It (take 2)
Wednesday, February 15, 2012
Tuesday, February 14, 2012
Happy Valentine's Day
...to me? It will be an interesting one. Leaving in a bit so that I can take my youngest to the doctor. Fever, chest hurting, cough...what fun! We've been battling croup-like symptoms for about 2 weeks now, both his cousins have viral lung infections...so, I'm not really surprised...but I don't have to like it.
On a positive note...I get to love on my little man a bit extra today :)
Sunday, I got to as well...
This was us just relaxing Sunday.
We had been up since about 3am, sat outside on the porch in the cold...trying to get his breathing under control.
Way to bond, right?!
So, for Valentine's...I want my baby to feel better!
My daughter will have this Valentine's with her first boyfriend?! Where does the time go?
(Oh, and for family/friends that are reading this...you don't know about the boyfriend! Deal?!)
She decided against something 'special' and is simply giving him a regular valentine card since he's not in her class and would not have gotten one from her...I told her that was still special :)
Happy Valentine's Day!
On a positive note...I get to love on my little man a bit extra today :)
Sunday, I got to as well...
We had been up since about 3am, sat outside on the porch in the cold...trying to get his breathing under control.
Way to bond, right?!
So, for Valentine's...I want my baby to feel better!
My daughter will have this Valentine's with her first boyfriend?! Where does the time go?
(Oh, and for family/friends that are reading this...you don't know about the boyfriend! Deal?!)
She decided against something 'special' and is simply giving him a regular valentine card since he's not in her class and would not have gotten one from her...I told her that was still special :)
Happy Valentine's Day!
Monday, February 6, 2012
Giving back
You never know when someone needs something.
I've always believed that if nothing else can be given, a smile can be shared. It could mean the world to someone.
Today is Monday...I was tired, didn't feel all that well, running late, coffee pot decided not to work...you know, it was just one of those days! I could feel it affecting my mood and tone for the day.
I decided to stop to get coffee (since my coffee pot wouldn't work). Pull up to the window to pay and the lady says, "the guy in front of you paid for yours, he said to tell you to have a blessed day." How awesome is that, it made me smile.
In turn, I paid for the lady behind me.
So, tone for the day was made better by a random stranger in the drive-thru. He didn't even know, but I am thankful for his selfless act of kindness.
Bring it on Monday!
I've always believed that if nothing else can be given, a smile can be shared. It could mean the world to someone.
Today is Monday...I was tired, didn't feel all that well, running late, coffee pot decided not to work...you know, it was just one of those days! I could feel it affecting my mood and tone for the day.
I decided to stop to get coffee (since my coffee pot wouldn't work). Pull up to the window to pay and the lady says, "the guy in front of you paid for yours, he said to tell you to have a blessed day." How awesome is that, it made me smile.
In turn, I paid for the lady behind me.
So, tone for the day was made better by a random stranger in the drive-thru. He didn't even know, but I am thankful for his selfless act of kindness.
Bring it on Monday!
Friday, January 27, 2012
Curious about Raw Foods
As an experienced Vegan, the next step for me would be to go towards Raw Foods. The interest is definately there, and I follow many people that are mostly Raw, I just haven't made that committment yet.
That being said, I love this giveaway that's going on right now via Choosing Raw:
That being said, I love this giveaway that's going on right now via Choosing Raw:
Friday Giveaway: The Complete Idiot’s Guide to Raw Food “Detox”
Check it out!
Tuesday, January 24, 2012
New baby
Nothing like sitting in a hospital at 2am.
At least it's for the blessing of a new baby!
Leslie
www.eat4health.webs.com
Sent from my iPhone
Friday, January 20, 2012
Health, wellness, and/or nutrition
I need some help!
Ideas, please :) Articles need to be written.
Health, wellness, and/or nutrition related
As a more specific, I definately need ideas for women's nutrition in particular.
So, give me some feedback! Is there something that your curious about, don't understand, would like more information on, something you search for often, etc...
Comment or e-mail me at apr897@yahoo.com
Thanks everyone, this has worked so well in the past for me to get that jumpstart I need.
Leslie
http://www.eat4health.webs.com/
apr897@yahoo.com
Ideas, please :) Articles need to be written.
Health, wellness, and/or nutrition related
As a more specific, I definately need ideas for women's nutrition in particular.
So, give me some feedback! Is there something that your curious about, don't understand, would like more information on, something you search for often, etc...
Comment or e-mail me at apr897@yahoo.com
Thanks everyone, this has worked so well in the past for me to get that jumpstart I need.
Leslie
http://www.eat4health.webs.com/
apr897@yahoo.com
Friday, January 13, 2012
They do love each other...
Brianna's at a Girl Scout Sleepover
David's at work
Just me and my boy
David's at work
Just me and my boy
Me: What's wrong with you dude?
Bryson: I'm bored. I'm bored like nuts!
I'm not sure what that means, but it MUST be serious!
Leslie
www.eat4health.webs.com
Sent from my iPhone
Thursday, January 12, 2012
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