Not sure what to really write about, I know that I am frustrated and I know I am not feeling my best.  I have been going along so good for a day or two and then I zap write back to where I am now.  I broke my foot over a month ago and because this I haven't been able to exercise.   Of course not moving made me lazy and of course that means boredom which moves to overeating. I  am pissed at myself.  I know feeling angry at myself is not the answer and I know it does no good and of course everything is easier said then done.   Worst part about it is I have to fit into the dress I bought for my sons wedding.......GRRRRRrrrrr !  Being a woman sucks sometimes....how many men are feeling like this right now?  Probably ZERO!  

Well, I headed back to the gym today.......did some strength building exercise.....so, I will take this one step at a time AGAIN......................GRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRR.

I know, I have to look in the mirror and tell myself I am beautiful and I deserve to feel my best.

I am so proud of my Divas

Last night was my last class, of the 6 week “Diva’s For a Healthy Lifestyle” program.

I feel like this class went well. I really tried to emphasize that this class was about being educated in nutrition, and taking care of ourselves as a whole, as well as weight loss. Losing weight can be so difficult and my goal was to teach about nutrition, weight loss and how and why we need to respect our body. Losing weight becomes easier once you know what foods are good for you and how these foods are broken down in the digestive tract.

I tried to keep this program real, as in real life. I emphasized that if you over ate or maybe ate something you normally wouldn’t eat, that it’s okay. It doesn’t mean you blew your day. It doesn’t mean you have to be in this, it’s all or nothing mode. You can just make a better choice at your next meal. Not, I am going to start my diet on Monday. I think we have all said that phrase, at one point in our lives. Let’s face it, there are going to be birthday cakes, family BBQs and vacations. But being educated in nutrition, means that we can enjoy these special times and still make good choices. I also taught the class everything from reading labels, eating fresh organic and local farm fresh foods, as well as portion control. And let’s not forget about exercise.

Something we all face is stress and why we eat more when we are stressed. I taught how exercise helps us minimize stress as well as burn calories. For our last class, I started the class off with a calming room, a relaxing bamboo scented candle and some soothing music. Then I led the class through a deep breathing and stretching exercise. It felt awesome. We really enjoyed this relaxing time together.

I think whenever I hold my next set of classes I am going to start each class off with this calming and soothing routine. It was a nice way to start the class.

My Divas holding up their "Diva for a Healthy Lifestyle" nutition certificates.
I am so proud of them.

Divas For a Healthy Lifestyle Class

My Healthy Lifestyle classes are coming to end.  It's a 6 week class and this week was class number 5.   I am so please that everyone is doing very well.  Most of us lost a few pounds and a few of us lost even more.  The best thing is the fact that we have become more aware of what we are putting in our bodies.  We are more respectful of who we are and what we need.  One thing we have talked about is stress and how it affects our weight.  Most of us have been emotional eaters at one time in our life and weight gain when under stress may also be at least partly due to the body's system of hormonal checks and balances. This can actually promote weight gain when you're stressed out.  So, you have to find away to beat the stress.  Easier said then done, right?     

Exercise is the best method for lowering the hormone that rises in response to stress.  Exercise also has the added benefit of burning calories to stimulate weight loss.  So yes, it all comes back to moving our bodies.  Today, I am holding a 15 minute movement class.  If anyone wants to join me, let me even  know.  My movement time will be at 1:00pm.  I am putting on some music and then I am just going to dance and move around.  That's it. I am going to be doing this with a broken foot and all.  I don't care if I have to move around on one foot or in a chair.  The plan is to just get moving.

I love this...See us Diva's are still hot.

Monday UGHS!

It's been a hard day for me today. It's the first day I haven't watched my grandaughter in the morning (She is a big girl & going to daycare full time now) so I missed her & I have been dealing with a broken foot for the last 3 weeks.  I am so very over it.  I need to get back to the gym.  I just feel like my mind knows what I need it to do, but my body just takes it's own course.  It pisses me off and I am just sick of it.  I tell you this aging thing sucks.  My brain doesn't think it's the age that my body is.  So, sometimes I get in this tug of war with myself.  That's where I am am today......I need a warm batch of cookies.  UGH!





I need some cookies today!

Mother's Day

Yesterday was so beautiful, the sun was shining and there was such a nice breeze.  It was just a beautiful Mother's Day.

I had a really nice and relaxing day. My family took me out to breakfast.  I like to go to the local firehouse that has a restaurant inside it, they use it for weddings and banquets also. They sure make a scrumptious breakfast. I had 3 fluffy pancakes with 2 pieces of country sausage (made at a local butcher) and coffee. It was so good and my tummy felt so happy after I ate. It's been a very LONG time since I had pancakes. I feel like I eat fairly healthy during the week, so it's okay to enjoy a breakfast like I had today. It's all about balancing out how you eat. My kids also gave me some cool gifts, but the best gift is all of my family being together.

After we ate, we visited my hubby's mom and we had a real nice visit just relaxing and talking on the porch.

Once back home I got ready for my version of "Race for The Cure". I broke my foot last week so I was unable to do the real walk in Philadelphia. I have been pretty bummed about it. So, I decided to do my own version of the walk and I walked in memory of my mom. My mother battled breast cancer when she was in her fifties. She passed a few years later. I am sure she was looking down on me and gave out a chuckle.

My Cinco de Mayo Dinner!

I made a yummy Taco Salad for dinner tonight.  It was a healthy version, made with lean ground turkey, lots of greens, spicy herbs, low fat cheese and fresh salsa.  Plus, I tried those new multigrain nacho chips. All in all, it was a tasty dinner.