Beth's Real Life Journey to Success

[Low Carb Mommy]

Happy Mother's Day!!!! It is a happy day for me! My weight went down again believe it or not! 136.4!! I don't have much time before church but I wanted you all to know. We are spending time with my mom today...church, lunch, and then mom and I are shopping. I will catch everyone later.


Menu from yesterday:

Breakfast: 2 eggs=1.2
Lunch: Sidney's Buffet: Salad(4), ranch(2), Peel & Eat Shrimp(0), Spicy Shrimp(2), sm. steak(0), bite of chicken (2;sure there were hidden sugars)=10
Snack: 1/4 cup mac. nuts(3/4), LC yogurt(3)=6/7
Dinner: 3 squares of LC pizza(cheese, mushroom, pepp., olives)(6)=6

Total: 23.2/24.2

You can see why I thought I might be up this morning. Salt! And you never really know what you are eating when you go to a buffet. I did notice yesterday that I ate a lot less this time at the buffet. I know it sounded like a lot of food but I just got a taste here and there...no big portions.

[Edwards20]

Happy Happy Mother's Day my friend. I love you so much.

I was so scared I was misleading you and I did not want to. I knew you were eating fine, but also thought maybe not enough - as I don't feel like I eat enough either. And, it is all so very confusing. I am not as close to goal as you, so I felt unworthy to share advice.

I hate ketosticks. You know I read somewhere (maybe Sue's journal) that they don't register over 50 carbs. And you can have even up to 100 in OWL ( I might be somewhat off on the numbers). But my point is that I don't think that they are as reliable as we think. There are so many factors that can make them read false. Even Dr. A said that in his book. So, put stock in the fact that you are losing inches/pounds and eating on plan REGARDLESS of what pee on a stick shows. I am not saying I don't use them - beacause I do test at least once a week and I do love it when they turn colors.

I know I am rambling, but I want you to know that I understand your frustration. I understand exactly how you want to just go eat because what you are doing isn't working so it really doesn't matter. I have done time after time in previous attempts to lose weight. I think you are doing great. And you will reach your goal.

[Tippy Toes]

[Sadler_Girl]

That is great Beth! I am really happy for you.

[Tippy Toes]

Beth, I was just peeking in, hoping to see a post this morning from you. I am certain you are on to something! Just thinking about it makes me do a chair happy dance for you!

[Low Carb Mommy]

Good morning! I had another great reading on the scales this morning...136!!! Things are moving right along again. And I am going to ride this wave as long as I can!

I had a really good Mother's Day yesterday. All of my family (us and my mom and dad) went to church yesterday together. They live about 40 minutes away from me, so they go to a different church. Anyway, they came up to our church. We had a wonderful sermon. The Pastor spoke on Hannah. What an awesome woman of faith. After church, we went to Ruby Tuesday's for lunch(YUM) and then mom and I had the rest of the afternoon to ourselves. We went shopping, saw a movie(that wasn't good), had coffee at Starbuck's and just had good quality time together.

I loved trying on clothes yesterday. I bought a size 8 pants!! I also tried on some dresses (size M) and some shirts. My bra had gotten so big, that I ended up buying a smaller one yesterday...hehe. The cup size wasn't smaller, but the waist definitely was a smaller size. I'm sure by the end of my weight loss my cup size might change too.

I haven't had any exercise since Thurs. afternoon. So, I am planning to get some in today. My kids have an art show at their school tonight. They are displaying all their art for the year. I can't wait to see it! I will have to plan my day out to be able to get everything I need to do in today. I want to post some pictures soon of yesterday. My camera battery died so I think it has to have some power to it before I download the pictures.

Menu from yesterday:

Breakfast: Atkins Shake(2/4)=2/4
Lunch: Ruby Tuesday: Salad w/toppings(5), ranch(2), 1/2 ribeye steak(2.5), portebella mushrooms(1)=10.5
Dinner: Lettuce burger w/ mayo=1.5
Movie snack: Atkins bar(2/15), coffee w/ whip cream(1)=3/16
Later snack: piece of leftover LC pizza(2)=2

Total: 19/34


I looked up on Ruby Tuesday's site to get some info. I couldn't believe that their ribeye steak has 5 carbs. They put some kind of seasoning on it so that must be it. Next time I will ask for no seasoning. Their prime aged sirloin is the only one with 0 carbs. The petite and top both have 2. The whole thing of portebella mushrooms was 5 carbs too. I only ate a few. The brocolli counts as 5 for future reference. You can get the wings with no sauce or with the sauce for 2 carbs. They have a smashed cauliflower, but it has 9 carbs. And their ceasar salad has 5 carbs. I was just thinking that if you got the steak, brocolli, and ceasar you would be eating 15 carbs. Someone might think they were doing good by eating that. It just goes to show you that checking the restaurant's site is a good thing to do!

http://www.rubytuesday.com/files/Nutrition.pdf

[seb]

Beth, I'm doing the happy dance for you.

So glad that the scale is moving for you again! This journey is sure full of ups and downs. I'm hoping that you'll get into the 40 Pound Club this week!

Sounds like you had a nice day with your Mom. Trying on smaller clothes is such a kick, isn't it.

[KrystaLyn]

Yay, Beth! I told you the scales would start moving again! How happy you must be right now! Congrats on the size 8's! We are the ame size now! You are doing awesome, my friend

[Edwards20]

Congrats on your loss my friend, I am sooooo proud of you. I am also glad you had a good Mother's Day.

Wonder where my Hannah got her name ?

[Low Carb Mommy]

Thanks everyone for the cheers! It makes me feel so special.

OK, I got a new battery for my camera. The only thing is I now remember that because my battery died my mom has most of the pictures. Here is one that we took at the church. I want to do a comparison of last Mother's Day and this one, but the picture I took for that is in her camera. I will just have to wait. The suit I had on was a size 10. The pants were a little too big. It was something I already had, so I wore it instead of going out and buying something new. But I think you can see a little what I look like now. You can really tell my DH has lost in this picture.

[seb]

What a beautiful family you have. How much taller is DH than you? My DH is almost a foot taller than me. You look wonderfully slim, Beth. You should be very proud of the progress you have made.

[Low Carb Mommy]

Thanks! DH is 6'4" and I am 4'10"! I can't wait to get the other pictures. I know I will have some better ones than this.

[Edwards20]

WW ........ that is an awesome picture. Look at you girl !! You are sooo thin !!!! Keep that chin up and press on towards the prize !!!

[Tippy Toes]

Beautiful family!

[Sadler_Girl]

I wantted to pop in and tell you how great the new avie looks! Then Isaw the family pic

[Livywilltim-mom]

Aw Beth!

Beautiful family, and spectacular weight loss. You look amazing!

Blessings

[Edwards20]

Look at your new avatar !!! Girl you RAWK !!! I am so very proud of you. Thank you for all you do. I am blessed to have you as my friend. I hope you have a great Tuesday. I'll try to check on you tonight.

[Low Carb Mommy]

I guess it is my week to lose....my open window (as Krysta would say)! I was 135.8 this morning! Only .8 to go to get to 135 and 40 pds! I really would like to do that this week! It has been a long time coming!

We had a great time at the Art Show last night. I was totally shocked at all the artwork that was displayed. I tried to take some pictures, but something is wrong with my digital camera. My new avatar picture was taken right before we left. I was trying to get a shot of my new outfit I bought on Mother's Day, but my camera stopped working after that shot. (in the past at this point I would crack a joke about how I broke the camera ....not anymore...I think I look good ....said humbly ).

I have a busy day ahead of me today...LOTS of errands. Of course, I wasn't as organized yesterday as I had hoped in order to get my exercise in. I kept putting it off and then I told myself that we would walk after the show. But we went out with my parents and DH's mom, so we didn't get home until after dark. I was beat. I know I need to do it.

Menu from yesterday:

Breakfast: 2 eggs(1.2), 2 bacon(2)=1.2
Lunch: 2 pieces of LC pizza(4), LC strawberry yogurt(3)=7
Snack: 2 slices of Am. cheese microwaved into crackers= .6
Dinner: Blackened chicken breast, Salad w/toppings(5), ranch(2), 1/4 cup greenbeans(1.4/2.4)=8.4/9.4
Add'l: 2 cups of coffee w/ halfnhalf=1

Total: 18.2N/19.2


I haven't been adding up my carbs during the day like I used to. I didn't realize they were low. I am noticing that I am not eating as much portion wise than I have before. I had a thought the other day that I don't know that I could eat up to 100 carbs eating this way. Maybe if I throw some higher carb fruit or veggie, but I am determined never to go back to eating "white" foods again.

[seb]

Beth~love the new avi. You do look slim. You've made such wonderful progress, and are so close to losing 40 pounds.

[Awannabeloser]

WOW....you are so beautiful!! You have come a long ways and should be so proud of yourself! Your DH does really look like he has lost a lot of weight too, congrats to him too! I haven't gone clothes shopping for a long time (I sew so have just been taking in clothes as they become too big) but also went shopping this weekend for mother's day. What a great feeling not to have to shop in plus size stores anymore.
You truly are an inspiration to me....Thanks so much!

[Tippy Toes]

Beth, we both have 10.5 lbs to goal! I can't race ya cause knowing me it could take a whole year, lol. But I'll cheer you on just the same! KUTGW Love the new avitor! You look very slim!

[KrystaLyn]

Beth! I am so happy for you! You are doing awesome! I can't believe you are 135!!! You beat me! Great pictures, too! You should be very proud!

[Edwards20]

You do look awesome and you should be proud. I too am eating smaller portions and realized my carbs are still not that high. I am not that hungry either. I have thoughts of needing to add something too, but I am skeered.

[Low Carb Mommy]

I came home tonight and got to read all the wonderful post from everyone. I feel so loved.

Sue~I can't believe how close I am to 40 pounds. It almost seems like a dream! I sure hope I make it this week. Keeping fingers and toes crossed!

Nelia~It would be a great gift to be able to sew well. I have a nice sewing machine but haven't had the time to learn. I am so proud of you for being able to shop in regular stores! I am glad to be able to shop in the petites only. I was busting out of them when I started. Now I can fit in PM!! KUTGW!

Tippy~I don't know....you may get there right along with me. Don't under-estimate yourself! It would still be fun to challenge each other! We can do it! Kick that last 10 pounds by the end of the summer! You are looking great yourself girl! I am amazed by your loss. You motivate me so much and cause me to believe that I can accomplish anything!

Krysta~I never would have believed that I would have made it here before you. Don't you worry, you will catch up to me really soon! It isn't official yet....you know how things can turn (hope not). You are not going to get stuck....don't even say it. You are going to blow past 135 when you start losing again. You may even see 134 and never see it on the scales. Watch out....it is coming!

Candy~Thanks for the compliment. Sometimes I have to check behind me to see if everyone is talking about someone else! It seems like all of our hard work and learning is starting to really pay off. We know so much more than when we started! Don't be scared to climb that ladder to thinness! We have to do it you know. You have already added so much! Start with some more veggies. Then add some strawberries. You can do this!

[Edwards20]

Beth. I just you. You are right TT, gives me hope that I can conquer the world. She is such an inspiration.

I have added all those things in the past, and just need to add them back.

I hope that you have a wonderful day my friend.