Day 17 LM - 116 (-.3 , -.7 of LDW)

This will be brief as I'm on the road!

LD, I bought all 3 books on CD you suggested, as well as President Obama's "Audacity to Hope" which I'm listening to now and am quite enjoying. I'll start the others tomorrow! Lis, I didn't see your suggestion until it was too late! I'll check it out though for next time. Thanks! :)

I've not heard back from the PA since our meeting. She asked what I wanted for compensation and I fear I may have asked for more than she is comfortable with. I'll let her know I'm flexible. I had spoken with my Life Coach friend and asked for what she suggested I ask.

It's been a long day. I'm glad to be stopped (at a GREAT hotel, by the way! Same price as what I normally pay and 10 times nicer, with WiFi!).

Anyway, I'll see if I can catch up with y'all before I fall asleep.

Day 16 LM - 116.3 (+.2 , -.4 of LDW)

Peeps!

Where to start?

So, this is my 501st post! I am floored.

I had a wonderful interview with the PA. She is a lovely person and we share the same philosophy on health and well being. The conversation flowed really well. She needs someone to help with the weekly check ins of those going through the HCG program. I couldn't do anything medical obviously, but I could do the emotional accountability portion of it. It would most likely mean 10-15 hours a week split between 2 offices. She fully expects me to keep my coaching site, and would pay me as an independent contractor (which I am  familiar with as I am a Realtor). It felt right and like a very good match, so I really hope it works out. I am very hopeful! Think good thoughts about it! One thing she mentioned is that she's never been overweight, nor has she gone through the protocol herself, so that was one aspect that was missing from her practice. I certainly can fill that void!

I'm gearing up for another road trip leaving tomorrow afternoon to visit my family in Portland. Any suggestions for books on CD? I really enjoyed "The Help", "Game Change" and "Oprah" on past trips. I need something new!

Okay, back to the laundry for me. Otherwise we'll have nothing to take on the trip!

Day 15 LM - 116.1 (-2.9, -.6 of LDW)

Good morning, peeps!

Isn't it amazing how that number on the scale dictates how you're going to feel that day? I weigh in every day around 4-5 in the morning after using the bathroom and before I take my thyroid medication and go back to bed. To make sure I remember what the number was, I write it in my notes section on my iPhone and then I email that note to myself as well. Next to 119 was a :( and next to 116.1 was a :) . That's ridiculous.  I was barely over my limit and still fitting in 2s and 4s. Why on earth would I put a frowny face next to that number?

Anyway, thanks guys for the comments. You're all right.

The steak day obviously worked. I used the ones my husband buys. I didn't know what they were until I shopped and found them. They were eye of round. Super lean, but still juicy. Because they are so much leaner, I was able to eat more so I started eating at 3 and managed to eat 4 small steaks - about 650 grams.

I received an email from another local HCG clinic who may be interested in what I'm doing as far as coaching goes. I'll let you know what, if anything, develops!

Okay, time to check in on you guys and then GET TO WORK! Thanks again!

EDITED TO ADD

I'm meeting with the Physician's Assistant at the clinic at 2:15!

EDITED TO ADD AGAIN
I think I'll be working with this clinic! The PA I met with is an absolute delight. More details to follow!

Day 14 LM - 119 (+2.9, + 2.3 of LDW)

:(

Steak day!

I think on some level I was pushing my limits on purpose to see if I could get away with some eating without needing to correct. Well, I pushed past the limit. I think I was okay until dinner. I ate a LOT of cantaloupe and watermelon for breakfast and lunch, along with those turkey sausages, and was doing fine. Dinner I reheated some pasta, only I put cheese on the top and baked it kind of like a lasagna. I really wasn't going to try pasta just yet, but thought you know, it is such a treat to sit down with my family and have us all eating the same meal. It probably would have been okay too, had I stuck to one serving. I had 2 and I know it threw me over my calorie limits. That and some wine. I'm sure the combination of it all threw my body into a tailspin. I know I didn't actually gain 2.9 in fat as I didn't consume 10,000 extra calories and I know I can correct this, but I was disappointed nonetheless. Ah well. Live and learn, right?

Day 13 LM - 116.1 (-2.2, - .6 of LDW)

Hooray!! I'm so happy to see this nice drop.

Yesterday the kids and I stopped at a local fruit stand and bought watermelon, cantaloupe, some other kind of melon, raspberries, blueberries, corn and peaches. I haven't had any yet but plan on having some today. It's one of the things I love about this time of year!

I also stopped by the doctor and had my stitches removed. Yay!

That's better! My arm is all better as well, so I'll start pilates again. I haven't been able to really get a routine going so far. I fear it may take having the kids back in school before I can pin one down. That's not too far off. As soon as the weather cools a bit, I'd like to get up early and walk the kids and our German Shepherd to school. That's a half hour each way. If I could do that and my pilates, I'd be set. 

I'm pretty boring right now. :) That said, I'll go check in on all y'all!

Day 12 LM - 118.3 (+2.4, + 1.6 of LDW)

I blew a kiss to my scale this morning! Yes, it was a massive gain but I expected a massive gain... but I'm still in range!!


Obviously I'm carb cycling low today. I really have to remark how much healthier I feel when I'm eating low/healthy carbs versus the crap I allowed into my system yesterday. Yuck. I'm grateful to know that if I want to indulge from time to time I can, but also happy to know I really don't miss that stuff. It never really was my thing in the first place, and I'm certainly not going to make it a habit now.

I feel the best when I eat Mediterranean style. I really need to avoid sugar and white flour. My body rebels, and it's not good for anyone anyway.

Next time I carb cycle up (Autumn Rose, I just love that term!), I will stick with whole grains and more fruits. This time of year it would be a crime not to partake of all the local yummies being sold at the fruit stands.

Off to check in on you guys!

Day 11 LM - 115.9 (-.8, - .8 of LDW)

It's Sunday! It's the day we go out to eat and it looks like I'll be just fine.

I have to share with you my new favorite thing. Good lord, this is good stuff!

I know, it has evil corn syrup in it, but you don't need much of this. Oh goodness, it's so yummy! I look for any excuse to use it. :)

Hope you guys are having a great day!