JustJane48

Vacation is only 8 days away.  I’m feeling these feelings of anticipation, excitement, but this huge fear of all the food!!!! YIKES…HELP ME!!!! “Huge Sigh”

My mother in law is the best in the world, but she loves her food.  Life revolves around family and meals.  Every year my husband and I come home 20 pounds heavier Uggghhhh……

This year has to be different.  I know most people would say, “Jane, just make wise choices…”  but you see…..this girl Jane…LOVES FOOD!!!

My mother in law takes us out to the best of the best, has a huge pizza party (with the best pizza ever)  always orders this fancy cake (which we only get when we go there).  They center every family gathering around food.

I feel doomed :(  I feel afraid :(  I already feel like I’ve lost the fight

I need this vacation more now then in the past, but I also need my health more now then ever. 

Maybe I’ll just try to show my mother in law the healthy way???  We’ll see, it’ll be very interesting!!!

How do you all cope with these situations?  We will be visiting for 11 days and thats a long time!!!! YIKES!!!

Ok…any suggestions…ideas??? I’d love to here your input if you all have a minute.

Love ya buddys…hope your Thursday is full of sunshine and healthy choices

 Yup, this is it.  All my life I’ve tried, tried and tried again.  Guess you could say I’m just big boned, born to be lumpy, bumpy and oh yes, so so grumpy.  Thought I could do it this time, but nope…waving my white flag…See It????????????????

LOL LOL LOL….April Fools!!!! No way, I’m more determined then ever to become the thin healthy person I should and can become!!!!

If I can quit smoking after 30 years I can lose a few unwanted pounds right?  YOUR RIGHT!!!

Well, busy day here.   Off to the lawyers with hubby and my Father to sign final will papers…YIPPEE!!! I’ll sleep better when everything is legal and official.  Of course then Dad will want to go out to eat, so once again I’m faced with the difficulty of what to eat!!!!

At least now I’m educated and informed enough to make the right choices.  Its a matter of actually putting my knowledge to work for me “sigh”  I’ll be strong I promise…..I have to do this for myself.

I have pulled a muscle in my thigh from bowling with out Wii system.  Husband can’t stop laughing at me, but his right arm is sore from Tennis, so guess we are even.  LOL!!!!

To have fear is to lack faith in God.

Benny Hinn

April 2, 2008

And He said unto them, “Why are ye so fearful?  How is it that ye have no faith?’

Mark 4:40

Have a wonderful day filled with more blessings then you can imagine.  Smile often, hug your family and just plain BE HAPPY!!!

Morning Good Buddys!!! Thank you yesterday for all the kind encouraging words.  Its hard to admit when you’ve messed up

Although I picked myself back up….still doing South Beach but in a “Revised Jane” way  :)  LOL LOL!!!  Kind of a Phase II, with the opportunity to cheat only once a week and within certain guidelines.  I’ll be able to stick with this.  Seems when I’m told “what to do or not to do”  I tend to want to rebel  LOL!! something that goes back to my childhood!!

So Lou….I’m taking it small…one day at a time and here is a positive blog for today!!

I love you one and all my dear Buddys.  Life is just better knowing you are all here and we have each other to help and cheer on in the good days and in the bad days.  So on that happy note, Happy Weekend to all!!! Make healthy choices, but above all Cherrish the day, love your family and love yourself

March 28, 2008

A man becomes a Christian; he is not born one.

Tertullian,210

For you have been born again, not of perishable seed, but of impershiable, through the living and enduring word of God.

I Peter 4:23

Grrrrr…so so disappointed with myself these past few days.

I haven’t been a faithful Southbeacher

We’ve only made a couple small mistakes but the scales say we’ve done worse.  On Tuesday we were watching Biggest Loser and for all that watched remember the popcorn part.  Yup 100 calorie popcorn by Orville Redenbacher.  The temptation was overwhelming as I’m missing the salty crunchy snacks. 

Off to the kitchen I go, one for my hubby, one for me “sigh”  how bad could that be?  A few minutes later my hubby comes out of the bedroom with a big cheesy grin across his face and says “Honey you want a peep”  (leftover from Talans basket)  I wanted to throw something at him, but of course I quietly said, “it won’t hurt’ and had a 1/2 of a marshmallow peep.

I guess it could be worse, I haven’t dropped out of the club but I sure am making things harder.  I’m so impatient and want Phase II to arrive, I’m so sick of meat  Bllahhhhhhhhhhh.

I think I might become a vegetarian!!!

I didn’t want to let my partner Jo and all the other Southbeachers down…..so I’m just babbling here.  Had to get it out and down on paper.  Could have just disappeared but don’t want that.  So I’m going to give it my all, I may do some improvising to get through this.

I guess no matter what eating plan I finally find is a fit for me will work as long as I’m conscious of everything I eat.  I’ve learned one important thing about South Beach.   You become so aware of everything you put into your mouth.  My entire outlook on food has changed and for me this is AMAZING!!

So all you brave smart SOUTHBEACHERS…I say ROCK ON…..Lose those pounds….GET HEALTHY!!!!  I’m still here, just call me a half a SouthBeacher for now.  :)  Love you guys!!

March 27, 2008

True faith is always in Someone–in Jesus, in what He said, is saying, and in what He is doing.

Reinhard Bonnke

This righetousness from God comes through faith in Jesus Christ to all who believe.

Romans 3:22

  Only on for a quick minute this morning before I head out to take Dad for blood work.

Last night was probably the hardest night of all since my start of South Beach on Monday. I realize its only been 4 days, but for me to stick to anything past 2 days is a miracle  LOL!!

But seriously, boy oh boy last night was I just a little princess having a huge temper tantrum. I wanted a Sub…I wanted a Rum and Coke…and with the help of my husband I fought through the urges.

I tried to justify it from every direction (my talent you know) :)  but nope, my husband stood strong and I’m so thankful this morning as I see a difference on the scale.

I’m going to read blogs later buddys, do some catching up after I get home.  Hope everyone else is holding strong…Jo???? It looks like you might be struggling too “sigh” 

I’ll Be Back!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

  Until Phase 2.  But you know what?  I’m really doing ok with this, I realize its only been 1 day but I’m looking at my entire lifestyle in a different way.  I think I have finally come to the point where FOOD does NOT dictate my life.

Maybe being so sick over the weekend with the stomach flu, and now being left with a horrible head cold has contributed to my appetite, or lack of

Yesterday was truly a successful day.  One of the first for me and today I feel more confident then ever.

My total food for the day consisted of

• 6 ounces Low Sodium V8 Juice
• 1/4 cup Egg Beaters with diced green onion, boiled ham cut finely, sliced fresh mushrooms and Kraft Fat Free American Cheese (1 slice)
• 6 ounces of Fat Free Skim Milk
• Celery with Humus and 1 Teaspoon Peanut Butter
• Sugar Free Black Cherry Jello
• Chicken Breast grilled with Garlic and Olive Oil
• Asparagus (lots)
• Beans
• 4 - 8 ounce glasses of ice water
• Ham and Turkey wrapped in lettuce leaves with a touch of mayo and pickles

I think I stayed on track, if anyone sees where I messed up, please tell me.  I want to do this right and get healthy again!!!

I’ll do my walking at home today, its Dads night for dinner.  We’ll make a roast beef, hubby and I will only have meat and vegetables, Dad can have the rest, the potatoes and all.

Other then this horrible cold, life is good. 

Cheers to all my South Beach Buddys!!! and Cheers to all my non South Beach Buddys!!! You are my rock, my strength, and a huge part of my success here at BuddySlim!!

March 18

The great need is not to DO things, but to BELIEVE things.

Oswald Chambers

According to your faith be it unto you.

Matthew 9:29
P.S.  I’ve adjusted my weight ticker…EEEKKSSS…never been this high since I started BuddySlim, but no worries, I’ll get it down like I planned when I first started here!!!  We can do it Girls!!! 

Its Monday morning :)  Today is the day, the big day, the first day into my journey of healthy eating, yet once again.  But what is different about today?  Well this time I WILL SUCCEED!!!

I want to wish my buddy Jo best of luck on her first day of South Beach.  Also to all my other buddys who are following South Beach.

I also want to thank everyone who took time to help me understand and learn about the South Beach Way.  Thank you for the recipes, the food suggestions, etc.  Couldn’t have done it without you.

Was  a horrible weekend here in Michigan.  Starting Friday about 2:00 a.m. the bathroom became my best friend :(  Sick with the flu, need not give details.  Now today, Monday morning I’m left with a nasty head cold.

Come to find out my grandson was coming down with the flu on Thursday when I was visiting.  I only pray my father doesn’t pick up this bug, because its a tough one and he is still so very weak “sigh”

Up this morning at 6:00 a.m

• Coffee 6 ounces with splenda
• 7:oo a.m. 6 ounces Low Sodium V8 Juice
• 9:00 a.m. Egg Beaters with Green onions, Canadian Bacon & reduced fat cheese

So far so good :)  Lunch will probably be a big salad with South Beach Ranch dressing and some turkey breast.  Dinner is planned….Chicken Breast grilled, fresh asparagus, small salad and sugar free jello for desert.  I’ll have 8 ounces fat free milk, my hubby prefers his ice water!!

Wishing everybody a good day…a Happy St. Patricks Day to all!!! LOL!! We had our corned beef and cabbage yesterday, I only had a couple bites, too strong for my poor stomach!!

I’ll need all the prayers I can get!!! Carbs have been my very best friend all my life.  I’m hoping I don’t show my “other” side :(  This will be a challenge for me to stop the breads and potatoes, but I’m sure with my buddys and Gods help I CAN DO THIS!!!

March 17, 2008

God channels all the power of heaven through the authority of the believer who knows the rights and privileges that belong to him and are found in the name of Jesus.

Bob Yandian

On the basis of faith in His name, it is the name of Jesus which has strengthened this man whom you see and know; and the faith which comes through Him has given him this perfect health in the presence of all.

Acts 3:16

I was overwhelmed as I read all the responses to my blog asking for advice.  I can’t thank you all enough for taking the time to give me your opinions.  I value each and every one of them and after listening to you, reading through both books, South Beach is the one for me!! YIPPEE!!! Don’t get me wrong Adkins lovers…. my husband has been doing Adkins and lost 10 pounds.  Well his version of Adkins anyways!! LOL!! Whatever works for him — he’s happy so I’m happy!!

I’m sure my doctor will approve of the South Beach Diet.  Its all healthy.  I know the first 2 weeks will just about do me in.  I love Orange Juice, and fresh fruits.  Bread is my best friend.  But you can’t have it all right?  And the induction period is only 2 weeks.

Today is the Y day…YAHOO!! I’ll meet hubby at his work parking lot at 4:30, we’ll jump in my car and off we’ll go.  I’m looking forward to it, my bodys looking forward to it.

Our new challenges are to find restaurants that are South Beach/Adkins friendly

I know Applebees offers WW choices (thats so nice).  But I believe eating this new healthy way will be quite easy in restaurants.  A lot of common sense is needed, but most of all the determination and focus which I see in so many of my buddys.  I will DO THIS…just like YOU CAN DO THIS!!!

On another subject, still waiting to meet my little sister its been sooooooooo long and I’m getting inpatient.  Might have to pick a different little sister.  The one we originally agreed on has a lot of family problems at present, so maybe this one isn’t meant to be?  Well God will make that decision.

On tv the other day they featured this small medical clinic in Grand Rapids that offered services for those uninsured or poor insurance.  I was amazed at how they built it from much to nothing and watching all the docs and nurses volunteer their time for free really touched my heart.  I certainly am not qualifed in any medical way, but I do have strong secretarial skills and have learned the medical terminology.  So I sent a quick e-mail to them asking what type of volunteers they needed….YIPPEE!!! This would be a great way to help others.

This is the year buddys…2008…the year to finally become happy, healthy and stay active.  This is the year to give back to others, I’ve been blessed in more ways then anyone could ever realize, and I’m so thankful for that.  The buddys I have here are a huge blessing to me

Today is my middle sons birthday.  Jon turns 23 today…Eeeeks….they just keep getting older…LOL!!! My daughter is 26….Double Eeekkkss…..I’M OLD OK!!! LOL!!!

I’d picked him up 3 novelty t-shirts and will give him a little spending money. He doesn’t like traditional birthday cake, so cheesecake is his favorite.  Good thing I am just dropping the cheesecake off at his house, it would be such a temptation to me….LOL!!!

Last but not least.

March 12  2008

Take a faith stand, then refuse to let the devil talk to you about that situation anymore.

Jesse Duplantis

Resis {your enemy the devil}, standinf firm in the faith.

1 Peter 5:9

Back to the YMCA…back on the walker.  Refocus….Replan….Lets get this done!!  Felt like a million bucks after my 20 minute walk on the treadmill.  Wouldn’t have stopped except my son called and needed some help.

I’ll walk another 20 - 30 mins before the day is over.

I’ve been staying on track much better last few days.  We had a healthy meal last night….baked chicken, baked sweet potatoes, corn, fresh pineapple and watermelon.  Geez I can’t wait for summer and all the yummy fruits in season!!! Although for out of season the watermelon was good.

Hope all my buddys are feeling healthy and happy today.  Remember, one day at a time!!!

March 3

It’s okay to ask God for something you’ve already seen Him do; but He wants to do more. . . .

Myles Munroe

Now unto Him that is able to do exceeding abundantly above all that we ask or think. . . .

Esphesians 3:20

My step daughter called last night with the best news ever!!! This is Annies year to shine.  She will graduate her senior year of high school, and will perform in her final dance recital (until college recitals of course)  We were praying that we could make one long trip instead of 2 short trips.  Its about 600 for tickets each time we go to MA.  Its worth every penny, but thats alot of money!!!

So she called me and gave me the dates.  She graduates on June 6th and the recital is on June 14th….YIPPEE!!!!!!!!!!!! we are just thrilled.  So now its off to Cheapflights.com for tickets!! Got our Disneyworld tickets all paid for so this will finally be our year.

We plan on getting to the Y this weekend.  Right now we are in another snow storm, this is just ridiculous sick of the white stuff!!

So how are my buddys today, are we all excited and ready for the WEEKEND!!! I am

Had a nice healthy meal last night with Dad.  He was in a grumpy mood.  He hates sitting there all day yet he doesn’t seem ready for a visit here yet. One day at a time.

Ok, gonna catch some blogs, have a super duper weekend my special buddies!!!

Love ya one and all!!