Beth's Real Life Journey to Success

[monet0329]

HIya Beth.. wanted to get in before the day was over.. I still have 1/2 and hour....lol.. here in INdiana anyway..

Krysta.. what is the 3 cookies recipe??.. I so need portion control when it comes ot these cookies..

Have a great day tomorrow..

[seb]

Beth, dear, I am missing you!

[Low Carb Mommy]

I'm sorry I wasn't here yesterday. I will also have to wait until later to post today. Things have been crazy and I haven't been home much. I will be back later to talk. Just wanted to give a very quick hello!

[seb]

O.K., I'll have to wait.

[Low Carb Mommy]

Krysta~It's going to be OK. I am so sorry you are having to face all this.

Hi everyone. I am finally here. I have had a couple of hectic days. Yesterday was DH's birthday so I was with him most of the day along with so many things I had to get done. I just wasn't home all day.

My brother decided to stay in town another week since our business was so busy. He has been able to help and earn some money. He got hurt on one of the jobs yesterday so I had to take him to the doctor to get a Tetanus shot. This morning he woke up with a fever and chills. I have been nursing him all day. We don't know if it is from the shot or something else is going on.
Please pray for him.

My weight is slowing coming down. It was 133.4 yesterday and 133 this morning. Hopefully by Saturday I can get it in the 132's again. I think I might have finally turned the corner in my energy level the past couple of days. I have felt so much better. I pray this continues. I am a little tired today. I didn't get much sleep last night. I will try to go to bed a little earlier tonight.

Menus from Tues. & Wed.


Tuesday:
B~LC yogurt=3
L~Hamburger steak w/ sauteed mushrooms(1), mayo(.5), sm. salad(2), ranch(2), Lg. tea w/ splenda(3)=8.5
D~Homemade taco salad=5
D~Handi SF chocolate pudding pack=5

T~21.5

Ketone stick Wed. morning: small
Water Tues:64oz.
Exercise Tues: Walked while pushing stroller, vacuumed out car, mopped kitchen floor, cleaned house
Water % 46.4(down)
Fat % 32.7 (down)



Wednesday:

B~LC yogurt, coffee w/ HnH(.5)=3.5
L~Beef fajitas w/ lettuce, sour cream, guacamole=4
D~Cheese steak omelet(3), bacon(0), 1/4 piece of child's raisin toast(2?), coffee w/ HnH(1) & splenda(2)=8

T~15.5

Ketone stick this morning: moderate
Water yesterday: 64oz.
Exercise yesterday: walked pushing stroller, cleaned office
Water % 47.2 (up)
Fat % 32.3 (down)

[seb]

I hope your brother is alright. When DH and DS went to get tetanus shots because of puncturing their skin when working in flood mud, the doc told them what tetanus is like, and it sounds awful. I'll be praying for him. Nice that he could stay and help during your busy time.

Glad that you energy has picked up and that you're feeling better. I think that the holidays just leave us drained.

[monet0329]

Hey Beth..

Sorry about your brother .. but I am glad he has you there to help him.... I am sure he is too....

Good news on the weight going back down..

remmeber to breath during all this stuff keeping you busy....

Hope DH's Birthday went well..

[seb]

After reading what I wrote, I in no way meant to imply that your brother might have tetanus. I just read what I wrote and it sounded all wrong. Sorry.

[monet0329]

Morning..

Have a great day Beth !.. BB to read ya later

[Livywilltim-mom]

Happy Fat Burnin' Friday Beth!

Prayers for your brother, I hope you both wake up feeling good and refreshed!

Hugs,

[KrystaLyn]

I have gotten a slight fever before from shots. I'm sure its just a reaction to the shot.

I'm sad you've been away the past few days. Hope to see you more soon.

[Low Carb Mommy]

It was a long hard day yesterday. My brother suffered through with a fever and weakness ALL day and into the evening. He was pitiful! I monitored his medicine (men are such babies when they are sick) throughout the night. This morning he woke up and was back to his old self. I am so thankful that it was just a reaction to the shot and not something more. Thank you all for your prayers.

I just had the most wonderful day today!!! First off, my weight was 132.6 this morning!! Thank you very much! Secondly, I decided in preparation for tomorrow's reunion that I would treat myself to a few hours at the salon. My brother kept the kids and I went to get my nails done (tips put on), a spa pedicure(the one where you sit in the massage chair the whole time and they do your feet and massage your legs etc.) and my eyebrows waxed! If I must say so myself, my nails look awesome, my feet are very soft, and my eyebrows look elegant. I felt very pampered and sexy.

When I got home, I had enough energy to finish getting the rest of my Christmas decoration put up. It feels so great to finally have that off my mind! I got some other things done as well.

Tomorrow is a busy day....haircuts in the morning, ballgames all afternoon, and then the reunion. I decided not to stress myself out so I am not going to the ballgame. I will stay here and get the kids packed to go stay with my mom (oh, did I mention that they will be staying over night....look out DH...we are alone!!) and get all dolled up for the reunion. I'm wearing a black v-neck top that has subtle teal flowers and glitter in the design and black dress slacks, high heels (strap type shoes), and jewelry to match it all. I am sure I will take some pictures.

I don't know what they will have to eat at the reunion. It will be a buffet. I'm not worried about it at all...I'm a pro now with LC eating.


Menu from yesterday:

B~None
L~Zaxby's grilled chicken salad w/o crunchy onions(4), ranch(3), tea w/ splenda(1)=8
S~1 square of Lindt 85% chocolate=1.2
D~Atkins shake=2
S~Flax seed muffin(2.6) w/ CC(2)=4.6

T~15.8

Ketone stick this morning: large
Water yesterday: 64oz.
Exercise yesterday: none really
Water % 46.7(down)
Fat % 32.6 (slightly up)

[KrystaLyn]

Have fun at your reunion! Sounds like you are going to be GORGEOUS! And have fun with DH...

[monet0329]

Originally Posted by KrystaLyn

Have fun at your reunion! Sounds like you are going to be GORGEOUS! And have fun with DH...

Yes she is... hehe.. if you can.. take pics for us

Have fun fun fun!

[Low Carb Mommy]

I am so pumped today! I weighed 132.2 this morning! My wish came true for my reunion day! I feel great about myself today. I am also going to find time to get on the treadmill and do some sweating! I always feel good after a good workout. It will help relax my nerves about tonight as well. I will take some pictures!

Gotta be quick....so much to do! I will report tomorrow!

Menu from yesterday:

B~Atkins shake(2), coffee w/ HC(1)=3
L~Hamburger w/ cheese, mayo, lettuce, pickles, onions(4), Hot dog w/ mustard, onions, chili(3), tea w/ splenda(2)=9
S~1 square of lindt 85% chocolate=1.2
D~Atkins shake=2

T~15.2

Ketone stick this morning: moderate
Water yesterday: 50 oz.
Exercise yesterday: none other than packing and moving boxes, vacuuming, cleaning
Water %: 46.8 (slightly up)
Fat %: 32.5 (slightly down)

[monet0329]

Originally Posted by Low Carb Mommy

I am so pumped today! I weighed[b] 132.2[/B] this morning! My wish came true for my reunion day! I feel great about myself today. I am also going to find time to get on the treadmill and do some sweating! I always feel good after a good workout. It will help relax my nerves about tonight as well. I will take some pictures!

Gotta be quick....so much to do! I will report tomorrow!

Menu from yesterday:

B~Atkins shake(2), coffee w/ HC(1)=3
L~Hamburger w/ cheese, mayo, lettuce, pickles, onions(4), Hot dog w/ mustard, onions, chili(3), tea w/ splenda(2)=9
S~1 square of lindt 85% chocolate=1.2
D~Atkins shake=2

T~15.2

Ketone stick this morning: moderate
Water yesterday: 50 oz.
Exercise yesterday: none other than packing and moving boxes, vacuuming, cleaning
Water %: 46.8 (slightly up)
Fat %: 32.5 (slightly down)

.. gd for you Beth.,,have fun tonightttt,,

[Debralynn]

132.2

Have a wonderful time at your reunion, and also getting some alone time with DH! You are going to knock 'em dead! I can't wait for the pictures! (hint hint!)

So glad your brother is back to his old self. What a blessing.

I expect a full report as soon as you are able!

[Low Carb Mommy]

I just wanted to say some things to myself as I sit here practically ready for my reunion.....


I can't believe it has been 20 years since you graduated from high school. Look at all that has taken place since then. You graduated from college with a BS degree in education, married a wonderful man, had 4 beautiful children, carried two other children, you've been successful in helping your husband live his dream of being a business owner, and you have been a daughter your parents can be proud of today.

As far as your looks and everything you have been through physically, you look marvelous! You have worked HARD to get off the weight you gained. I am very proud of you!! Isn't it wonderful to be able to go back and see your peers you haven't seen in years and be confident in the way you look today! I can't tell you how happy I am that you took that time for yourself and paid the price for me. You are a woman that your husband will be honored to have on his arm. And you don't have to worry whether he will be looking at anyone else in that room because you are hot and sexy tonight!

Most of all even more than looks, you are a beautiful person inside. You have lived your life to honor God and your heritage. You have nothing to be ashamed of tonight. You have no regrets. What a great experience it's going to be, to be able walk in tonight with your head held high and know that if no one else thinks you are all that tonight.....I do! So, put a big smile on your face, be proud of the outer and inner you and shine! You deserve it!!! Beth

[seb]

Originally Posted by Low Carb Mommy

I just wanted to say some things to myself as I sit here practically ready for my reunion.....


I can't believe it has been 20 years since you graduated from high school. Look at all that has taken place since then. You graduated from college with a BS degree in education, married a wonderful man, had 4 beautiful children, carried two other children, you've been successful in helping your husband live his dream of being a business owner, and you have been a daughter your parents can be proud of today.

As far as your looks and everything you have been through physically, you look marvelous! You have worked HARD to get off the weight you gained. I am very proud of you!! Isn't it wonderful to be able to go back and see your peers you haven't seen in years and be confident in the way you look today! I can't tell you how happy I am that you took that time for yourself and paid the price for me. You are a woman that your husband will be honored to have on his arm. And you don't have to worry whether he will be looking at anyone else in that room because you are hot and sexy tonight!

Most of all even more than looks, you are a beautiful person inside. You have lived your life to honor God and your heritage. You have nothing to be ashamed of tonight. You have no regrets. What a great experience it's going to be, to be able walk in tonight with your head held high and know that if no one else thinks you are all that tonight.....I do! So, put a big smile on your face, be proud of the outer and inner you and shine! You deserve it!!! Beth

Wow. That made me smile. You have been so blessed by the Lord, and I'm so happy that you seem to be so content with your life. You have a lot to be proud of.

I know you'll have a wonderful time tonight and you are going to WOW all the people there with your beautiful looks, inside and out.

Can't wait to see the pictures.

[Low Carb Mommy]

It's Sunday night and I am finally able to get on here and post an update! I had a blast last night. I took some 50 photos. I just picked out a few to post. We had a great turn out. It was fun trying to recognize everyone. I got a lot of compliments and a lot of "you haven't aged a bit" comments (which made me feel totally great)! It was just nice not to have to be self conscience of my weight last night and to feel beautiful. As far as the food goes, they had a buffet of mostly cold stuff...cheeses, fruit, raw veggies, crackers, shrimp, oysters, mussels, ham, bread, pie and cheesecake. I did well. I will admit that I did have a few bites of chocolate peanut butter pie (only because DH was bad and brought it to the table).

I held steady this morning with my weight (132.2) after eating that pie. I guess exercise really does help. I ended up doing 1.5 miles on the treadmill yesterday afternoon like I planned. OK, so I will post my menu and some pictures now.....

Menu from yesterday:

B~Omelet w/ spinach, feta cheese, onion(2.5), coffee w/ HC(.5)=3
L~Atkins shake=2
D~Reunion-cheese, raw broc., cauliflower, red pepper strips, cherry tomato, zucchini dipped in ranch, jumbo shrimp w/ cocktail sauce, few mussels, thin slice of smoked salmon, piece of ham, few bites of chocolate pb pie=??

Ketone stick this morning: moderate
Water yesterday: didn't keep track...good
Exercise yesterday: 1.5 miles walk/run on treadmill
W %: 46.7
F %: 32.6


At my mom's before we left



Here's a picture of my nails from a day at the salon


Picture of one of my best friends in high school then and now


Few of my girlfriends


Our Class of 1987 getting our picture taken

[NewYorkGiants32]

Wow Beth.....You DO look today, like you did in highschool!

[monet0329]

awww.. Beth.. I am so glad to hear that you had a wonderful time.. and yes by the pictures.. you haven't aged .. geesh girl.. I love that..

the pic of you and 3 other girls.. the gal all the way to the right.. she looks like a girl I went to school with names Valerie....

thanks so much for sharing the pics.. ..

have a great Monday!!

[Debralynn]

All I can say is, WOW!

First of all, I loved your post to yourself, with all of your accomplishments and affirmations.

That being said, you look just as good as you did in high school, in fact, better! It's is even more amazing with all that you have done, and that 20 years have past. I sure don't know how you do it. (Lord, do I look like I've got MILES on me! )

You speak the truth. You truly are beautiful, inside and out. I witness the inner beauty all the time here, and enjoyed looking at the pics to see how gorgeous the outside continues to be!

Be proud!