Smiling !

Unlike my normal posts when i am sharing my view on something today is different and I am just sharing because It's nice to be nice and it's a good day, no specific reason just good.

Looking from the outside in you would think it hadn't been a good diet day, I have had one of those days when I can't get enough food.  The only good thing is I knew it was coming because yesterday was the same so i planned a day of snacking and grazing on low pp foods to get me though the day.  because it was planned it means it has been good day, finished off nicely with pizza, made on Warburtons thins and topped with various toppings.  Even made extra and shared them with kids playing outside with Jack, went down a treat too. result !

I think my uplifted mood may have a little to do with the countdown to my holidays, two weeks off work, with my boys (hubby and son) in what I call the Stewart Bubble.  Bliss !  3 days and counting and I can't wait.

On my desk at work I have a pad of daily teachings from The Secret and today's was about it taking more effort to have negative thoughts than to have ones that bring is joy, that hit a nerve with me so I have spent today thinking good things, being positive and. Have to say it feels good.  i spend to much time thinking about the things I don't like and it certainly doesn't make you feel any better.  Tomorrow I am going to smile like I am up to mischief, the kind of smile where people will wonder what I'm up to.

The saying " Smile and the World smiles with you " I think is true, try it, smile at someone long enough and they cant help but smile back, one side of their mouth at a time will turn up instead of down and without knowing why, they are smiling.  Same as if you say the word "Smile " over and over, you can't help but have a little smirk to yourself.  Well i do anyway, try it, a little feel good factor can go a long way and we can hope its contagious and we would all be feeling as good as I am today.

Signing out

Dolittle x x x

HOPE YOUR SMILING TOO xxx

Not Enough Time In A Day

i have so much to say but not enough time to write it !

Trying to get back here tonight x

So much support - I'm feeling the love - Thank You

As i am coming through a bad patch I feel it's time for some thank you's to those that have got me there.  There are too many to mention everyone but going to go with a few.

My work buddy who blackmailed me into packing in her class if I didnt have a good week, a little reverse psychology, just my kind of trick, Thanks Ally.
 

My online buddy who challenged me to losing three pound this week and to eat fruit not chocolate, mixed in with some extremely kind words and some fantastic pictures of Minnions hugging bananas, Thank you Lisa.

My meeting buddy who listens to me moan all the way to meeting and back, sharing food ideas and encouraging me every step of the way.  Thank you Sarah.

My Bestest buddy, not just for WW, she is always there with texts, emails and and ear when I need her, thank you Barney (Cera)

My Facebook page, wow, who knew something I started in January could be so comforting.  I currently have 177 people following it, and the comments, likes, messages and support on there is amazing.  I appreciate everyone for joining my journey - thank you to all of you. 

My son, god bless him, my star, he keeps measuring my waist with his arms telling me it's getting smaller as he can reach further round lol.  love you Jack x

Then is my hubby, my everything, he who has held me together when I was falling apart.  Who is now doing weight watchers with me and being the positive influence when i want to be bad, (well most of the time lol). Not many people see the gentle side to Alan but he is my rock and I love him for it x

Thank you, thank you, thank you

Dolittle xxx

 

Woo Hoo !!!!

Omg it feels good to be back in the game.  Weigh in tonight resulted in 3lb gone and I couldn't be happier, (well maybe if it had been the 5.5lb I have gained in the last three weeks but lets not be greedy lol)

I always want more but going to take my 3, grab it with both hands and run with it, no looking back just focussing on the finish line with that 50lb certificate being my pit stop on the way.  

The mind set is definitely back in the right direction, I wouldn't say 100% right but better than I have been.  I can now focus on meal plans for a few days ahead and it's helping get me through to next weigh in.  Even been a week from payday isn't going to stop my run of good weeks, planned a filling and healthy day tomorrow to use what's in the house, WW Bagel for breakfast, Chicken Pasta for lunch and Jacket Potatoes with Bacon and beans for tea.

Here's to another 3 next week, I need to up my activity, track everything as I have been a little lazy doing this and cut out the snacks, super strict with four weeks til my hols.

Wish me luck xxx

Feeling Hot Hot Hot !!!

I love the sunshine, to the point that I'm sure I am meant for sunnier climates on a more regular basis, Tenerife possibly lol.  I think its because I was born in the hot summer of '76.

It makes me feel good, the warmth, the days out, the BBQ's (not that I've had one yet, but I will) flip flops, when the little bit of a tan makes you feel like your glowing and you don't need to hide behind so much make up as your looking slightly more golden.  Ah bliss !

The down side is clothing, being big and dealing with the heat can be awkward.  I got thinking about this this week while at work.  Usually i can hide myself at work, nice loose work jacket to hide behind, perfect when you don't want to show the lumps and bumps in your work clothes.  This week it has become a too warm to keep it on, even though I suffered it a few days the jacket did come off.  And there it was, a huge reminder of how far I still have to go.  I unluckily sit opposite a two way mirrored window so i cant help but see my reflection when i stand up, i hated it.  The good feeling of losing two stone disappeared and I was left pulling at my clothes trying to hide again.  Such a shame as I was just starting to feel a little better about myself.  

I don't mind so much at home as its just my family and friends that see me but it doesn't stop the discomfort.  Fat thighs are not comfortable at this time of the year and bingo wings, omg where do i start with them lol.  Having said that I have bought a couple of summer maxi dresses, colourful but still big enough and long enough to hide behind.  As for the bingo wings, i am pretending they aren't there and that mixed with a little more exercises to tone them up I can convince myself they will be fine. 

Having said all this, feeling bad about it has also kept me focused on being good and doing something about it.  I have a holiday in 4 weeks and I am determined to go swimming with my son, something I dread every holiday.  I have a real panic going on at the thought of wear a swimming costume and have to make myself do it.  Not this year, I want to enjoy everyday and not miss out, hopefully I will have lost at least another half stone before then and can feel a little more comfortable and less like a beached whale.

Overall I'm feeling good and hopefully we have many more sunny days to come this year xxx

50lb - Here I Come !!!

And I'm off, i have found some motivation and while I have it I'm going to try and keep tight a hold of it.

At the beginning of the year I started my "2013 Bucket List". small goals to aim for this year to make me feel like I had achieved something.  Well the magazine was one so ticked that off, then the Race for Life which in a few weeks so there's another.  To wear a dress for my Mum & Dads Anniversary near the end of the year is on there too, still hopeful, just need the confidence and to find one I like.

One of my Weight Watcher goals was to get my 50lb certificate by the end of the year.  I have decided this is now my main ww goal for 2013, i need the drive and as much as the silver 7's are great they don't drive me enough. 

Not Mine I'm Afraid - You can Get Anything From Google !

 

This may seem a little ambitious as I am going backwards instead of forwards at the minute but I feel a change coming on, my mind seems clearer and my smile is lasting longer through the day so that brings me hope.



I have also reminded myself of why I am doing this and its for me, not for anyone else but me, and if i don't put in the effort it effects no-one else.

Its weigh in tonight, and After the scales not working last week and my two weeks of eating nearly anything in sight I am prepared for a gain, its just how much is the question.  I am not overly keen to go and pay someone to tell me I have put on BUT that's OK because finding out where I am at now will give me a mark to show how much I have lost next week.  I have been set a challenge off a good friend of mine to lose 3lb so mini mission commences. 

Right that's me for now, 50lb this year is the aim and by December I will have posted a picture of my real certificate and show it can be done.

Love Lisa xxx

The Biggest Loser - Dolittle Style

Feeling a little more positive this week, keeping focus on the now and not thinking too much about everything else.  Yes I am feeling low but the more I think about it the worst it makes you, so i have spent the last week trying to bring postive thoughts to the front and not dwell on the rest.

I have a rare day off thanks to Teacher training days and have to say I could easily get used to being a stay at home mum and wife.  I'm sure there should be a law that says I can be paid for doing such an important job lol.

I have decided to make myself a home gym plan, dont get me wrong I dont have a gym at home but I want to try and do more at home with what I have.  I recently watched a few episodes of the Biggest Loser and was inspired with how hard they work to lose the weight and get into shape.  I know its not the same as doing it yourself, but given the chance I would love to have a personal trainer to kick my butt into shape.  But alas they are not doing a UK version this year so I will need to kick it into gear myself.  (yes i have looked into it)

I am sick of making excuses for not doing so well, (sadly munching on a packet of crisps while typing this, how ironic and stupid all in one), its time to step it up a gear to get me to my next goal.  I have just spent a little time reading through some amazing weight losses on the facebook support group and made me realise i can lose what i want in this year if i just put in the right amount of effort.  It has made me realise I am not taking this serious enough and time to remind myself why i started back at ww and how much i want to get to goal.

Its funny how when you lose a little and start to feel a little better you start to forget why.

I am worth this journey, I can do it, and I Will.

Off to make a workout routine to get rid of the bingo wings  x x x