I haven’t been posting many weight updates.  So, here’s one in case you’re wondering where I’m at.

This week I lost TWO pounds!  I couldn’t believe it!

My current weight is 235.2.  So, my total loss from when I began weight watchers is -2.6.  But, my loss from when I first started back at Weight Watchers is 4 pounds.  I am pretty proud of myself but I know I can do better.

Also, like I said yesterday my birthday is coming up.  My 26th year will be a year full of changes for me whether it is moving, to my mom moving, to graduating, and finding my first “real” job.

I’m not going to lie I am excited about all of these changes.  But, the one I am most excited for is the change that is happening within me, my weight loss.  I know I can do it, I have lost weight before.  I just need support, motivation and a little help from my friends.

My friend Jami and I signed up for a 5k.  It will be my first 5k ever, and obviously I am not a runner.  So, I decided I was going to attempt the Couch to 5K program.  My first day was yesterday and it wasn’t bad, but it wasn’t good either.

I used my iPod arm thing and the headphones that my brother got me for Christmas.  I made the mistake of placing the iPod on my left arm so when I ran I always jerked one of the headphones out of my ear.  It was driving me nuts, finally I switched my iPod to my right arm and had more success but I felt like I spent the majority of my time adjusting my ear buds.

Then, the place I was running is an old military housing street.  There is usually just a few people walking through and I like the view of the water and the breeze there so that is my favorite running place.  Last night there was a ‘Veterans Assistance’ vehicle there.  I was super confused because save for the occasionally bored cop that drives through there aren’t any cars.  But began my w1d1 walk/run.

When I went by the car I saw that there was a man in the car, just sitting there, staring.  I went around the street three times, the last time the man got out of his car and began smoking.  I went around one more time and he was still outside smoking.  I got a little creeped because nobody was walking around the street and it was just him and I.  I decided I’d run around the park, so I made my way out of the street and into the park.  By the time I got by the baseball court this car was driving through.  Now, this may not strike anyone as odd but it did to me for a lot of reasons:

1. I have never seen a ‘Veterans Assistance’ vehicle, and I worked across from the VA for years.
2. Why was he sitting in an abandoned housing unit?
3. Doesn’t he have better things to do with his time then just waste gas?  I mean that is expensive!
4. I have watched WAY too many Law and Orders, NCIS, 24, and insert name of random television show that shows someone getting kidnapped, murdered, tortured, etc.

Anyway, my run went fine, I just need to remember to not get creeped out and to put my iPod arm band on the right arm instead of the left.  I don’t know why it is more out of the way on that arm it just is.

#7DayChip

I also re-started the #7DayChip yesterday and I really can’t say enough good things about it.  I have decided to make my goals simple and to focus on me.

1. Write down everything.  Tracking online doesn’t work for me, I have realized this and I am adapting.
2. Make it a point to get on my Wii Fit at least for the body test.  I want to track my progress and find out what works and what does not.
3. Participate in the Couch to 5K program.
4. On off days for the Couch to 5K find another way to workout.
5. Go to the gym at least once.
6. Drink WATER!

These are simple goals and while they may not seem like a lot to you, it is a big deal for me and also an important on my journey as I set out to lose 100 pounds.

Some non-diet goals of mine are:

1. Get on a regular blogging schedule
2. Take a “before” photo and then every month take a progress photo.
3. To get packed and move

So here is a question:

What are some songs that are on your playlist?  I need help!!

Monday’s are my long day at school and while I was in class I thought it’d be fun if every now and again I wrote ten things I was thankful for.  So, today here is what I am thankful for

1. My cousin, Kristy, for her ability to always be there for me and to listen to me…even when I am a blubbering mess.
2. My friend, Samantha, for having dinner with me and putting up with my madness in class.
3. The people I work with.  I woke up at 5 so I had time to do my hair and makeup.  They complimented me and said I look nice.  I feel pretttyyyyyyyy.
4. Google Reader for allowing me to read all the blogs I want to and learn about delicious new recipes.
5. Blackberry Messenger, because it is fun.
6. Dogs, and trying to decide what kind I want after I move.
7. Photos of my nieces.
8. Weight Watchers for giving me the tools I need to lose weight.
9. My dad for always forgetting that I’m allergic to cats…
10. My bed for letting me be oh so comfy at night.

I am hoping to also get a photo of myself as sort of a before photo.  I am a terrible slacker at these things…I am also going to post a recipe up soon!

After a month (or so) of slacking and not attending meetings I’m going back on the diet.  According to the Wii Fit I weighed…236.3.  Not the best, but not the worst it could have been either.  i have my meal plan complete for the week and I’m hoping to be able to find some new foods that will keep me fuller and keep me from snacking so often.

Also, I am going to start putting more recipes up.  I will only post them if they’re delicious and I’m a big fan.

I do want to post my weekly goals so here goes:

1. Workout for 30 minutes 4 times this week.
2. Track EVERYTHING!
3. Post at least three times a week.
4. Attend weight watchers meeting.
5. Stay focused on school and homework.
6. Meal plan for next week.

This is just a quick note checking in…I have a ton of homework to get to so I must go.  B

This was a recipe that I’ve wanted to try ever since I saw it on LaaLoosh!  It seriously is delicious and the flavor was amazing!!  And, best of all it is healthy!!  I actually changed the recipe just a slight bit, based on what I had on hand.

Ingredients

• 1 – 15.25 oz can of corn
• 1 cup of black beans
• 1 large tomato, chopped up make sure it is small chunks
• 1/2 of a red onion; make sure you pay close attention to how strong your onion is, mine was VERY strong so I used a little less and it turned out perfect
• 2 tbsp of fresh cilantro, minced
• Juice of 1 lime
• salt and pepper to taste

Directions

Mix it all together, and let it sit in the fridge over night.  The juices blend together and it is just amazing!!  I tried it after I finished it and it was good, but nothing compared to what it was the next day.

I will definitely be making this again and will take pictures.  I even put it on my salad for lunch this week and LOVED it.

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