So, today I pretty much caved for 2 slices of pizzas. I have no regrets...I really wanted it. And, I did pass on the cupcakes that the kids enjoyed during Maddie's tea party.
It was great having friends over today. I feel so excited and even proud of our new home. :) The kids loved having some little ones over to play with...the play room was completely taken advantage of and I had a blast chatting with a close friend.
In regards to Sean, he has lost 16 pounds. I've lost 3. :) I know, I can't compare my body to his but come on....16 pounds! No, I'm very proud of him. His health is very important to me and every pound he takes off, he lowers his chance for disease.
Speaking of bodies, a wonderful comment was left on my recent Mamavation Monday post. YummySushiPjs reminded me to not lose sight of the great things my body does for me and I think that's very important on this journey. I don't simply need to eat healthy and workout to lose weight but to treat myself better as well as to appreciate this body that I have. Thank you, YummySushiPjs, and your name rocks!
Overall....
1. My cravings are down.
2. I am able to now space my meals out longer without needing to snack to control my hunger.
My Body...
1. Is strong.
2. Makes it possible for me to run.
3. Enjoys healthy foods.
4. Is sexy.
5. Has grown and birthed 4 wonderful children!
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This probably wont be the most positive Mamavation post I'll write, but at least it's sobering.
I received an email last night in regards to the professional pictures that were taken during my last 5k, April 20. I clicked the link, typed in my last name, and was then shocked at what I saw. Myself. Running.
I quietly closed the laptop and walked into the kitchen and picked up the book I'd been reading, Eat To Live. I decided at that moment that I was doing it. No excuses. Nothing. Nothing left but change.
I am too ashamed to show that picture today. I hope, in time, I'll be able to use it as a comparative picture for all the progress I plan to make in the next couple of months.
I am very grateful for the picture. I didn't realized how large my body had gotten. I guess I've been living in denial. It's time to open my eyes.
I plan to write a daily entry during this transformation. Join me, if you'd like. I'd love to hear stories of other's who live the Eat To Live way. It's basically large amounts of raw, cooked vegetables, fruits, and beans. No dairy. No meats.
I gotta do something. And this is what I'm doing.
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