Here it is. Monday nite, and time for Blogging Class. The last one. Well actually not time. I got here early. LOL Thought I would be late, but had my time confused. Been so busy lately that everything seems to just be whirling and turning into a well blended mish/mash of confusion, forgetfulness and exhaustion. Why? Well prepping the house for sale, getting ready to relocate, is an overwhelming task for a horder/clutterbug, collection of this and that like me. And, that's just me. Hubbs is quite the contributor of mess and stuff as well. So cleaning, sorting, donating and dumping stuff for the past 2 weeks has consumed me totally. Hubbs doing the same, plus some renovation that's literally breaking his back. So there's a lot to tell about that, but that's really another story. what's been going on with my eating? It is too early to say "Bah Humbug? Have not had connectivity to computer all weekend. and am physically at class now. Time, as mentioned above I was a half hour early! So this is just to say HI, I AM STILL HERE! Will be back later, and have a great evening all! It's time for class, and I want to check the notes!

Blogging in class

The class really goes quick. We are learning a lot. A break was given, and what I really crave is a cup o coffee. However, here at SUNY Riverhead, the coffee is elsewhere. BUT, there is a vending machine. Healthy snack? Ha! U R kidding, right? So next best choice. fruit snacks...$1,50, not going for it! Plantain chips? Well they're a buck & a quarter, so that's what it is.  Here are the stats:
Serving size 1 packet
Calories 180
Total Fat 10g
Saturated Fat 2g
Cholesterol 0
Sodium 85mg
Potassium 180mg
Total Carbohydrates 20g
Dietary Fiber 2g
Protein 1g
Vitamin 10%
Vitamin C 5%
Calcium 0%
Good news! I didn't eat the entire package. Too bad I couldn't check the pack first. So does that blow it for the day? Hopefully not. Drinking water........So we are to incorporate what we learned tonight, and I will. Have a good night all! :)

Today's news! A video

Blogging away........

At class 2 tonite, and learning a lot. The ride here was still a scary nightmare! Probably by the time I get used to the ride, class will be over. Blogging 101 is AWESOME! Today was a spinning, fast day. Did get some of my chores done, and managed to stay totally on point with meals.  Today was a veggie day, and I always feel better when eating well.
1.  Breakfast  - Green beans and 2 eggs whipped into an amazing omelet
2. Afternoon Meal - Cooked a mess of kale, added white
 beans and warmed a great corn cake. Another  filling, great meal.
So saying bye for now, at class. See ya later!

Veggies from a family celebration this summer

Busy, frustrating few days...

It's a week tomorrow since my first blogging class. It's been a wicked few days of spinning and really making no progress. Working on the house, trying my best to keep up. The house. Yep. A big mess.  Many years of neglect, overpacked, and just plain messy and dirty.  When you own a home, maintenance is a very important part of being a home owner. When none is done, other than repairs, when it's time to move, if you want a fair market price for your home, work must be done to bring it up to par, and make it presentable and saleable.  So for the past few weekends, we have been weekend warriors. Delving into the mess, sorting, packing, deciding what to keep, what to discard, and what to fix and replace. There is a lot of that going on. And boy is it ever an energy drainer. Details of what we have "fixed", replaced and cleaned are amazing for the time frame we are in. There is so much more to do it is totally overwhelming. I have limited mobility and health issues, so it is impossible to imagine that all will be done within the time frame set. Friday, I missed my most loved and helpful seated yoga class, to wait for the carpet person to come to estimate cost of replacing 15 year old, horrible condition carpeting. Well the price is doable, but again the time frame. Next Saturday? Are you kidding me? There are tons of small items to pack, so the furniture can be moved to install the carpet. Yikes! Too much! I have a HUGE bookcase, with glass doors that must be moved, so all the books must be removed and packed. Books are heavy. Did a few boxes last nite, and we took them to the storage facility. The upside is that they are packed and ready for the move. But that is just the tip of the iceberg. I will be doing my very best to get what needs to be done, done. So now how does this relate to my weight loss journey. A valuable lesson in each step taken towards moving. Mostly, take care of what needs to be done, be prepared, and stay positive. Letting things go is not the answer. Stay on top of the situation. As Mom always says "don't put off tomorrow what you can do today".  Neglecting your home, your body, your health does not pay off. To recoup the damages is so much costlier than having a well maintained life. I have been on track for 2 days, and doing my very best to remain so. Have a great evening!

A New Day, A New Start

Daily intake. A great starting point. Although my story is long going back in time, at this point does not serve a good purpose. Starting anew! Yay! This is what is important. The emotional eating binge of the past weekend? OVER! Yes, acknowledge, accept and release it! It is done! No sense to beat yourself up. Yesterday is also gone. It was not perfect, but after all what in life is? A rare occurrence, and to be fully celebrated when it does show up! Planning what to eat. Planning meals is key to the successful Weight Loss Journey. Today will be a totally on point day! Every morsel is planned, and will be consumed with gusto. How do we learn what and when to eat? There are so many different techniques, and ways offered, it is difficult to just realize that balance is what's required. The learning process comes from many sources. A fantastic nutritional outlook towards weight loss and well being is offered by a very well known organization. Weekly meetings and/or online participation is required. Goals are set, and the best information is shared. What is done with this depends on the individual. Many have joined and quit, Some have joined, quit and rejoined. Others have reached their goal weight and continue membership. What works for each of us may be different. I am feeling my way thru the process at this time. I lapse, and have not made progress in quite some time. I have lost a total of 40 pounds, and to reach my goal must lose at least another 60 pounds to be considered "normal". That being said, what the heck is "normal" anyway? A number on a chart, determined by medical professionals. But hey, we know what is normal for us! When we look good, feel good, and are enjoying better health. Maintaining the weight loss is another aspect of what must be accomplished in this journey. This is a journey that will never end as mentioned yesterday. A lifelong commitment is required. So are we ready? You betcha! So be the best you can be today, and do not let a slip or slide determine your feelings of making progress. Take it one meal, one hour, one minute or one second at a time, and go forward to success! Yay! You CAN do this!

A Journey Begins By Putting Yourself OUT THERE

Cooking Class Summer 2015

Greetings. This is my very first official blog. I will share my experience and everyday struggles. Emotions, choices, ramblings........what has been learned, and what may have been forgotten.  The torture of battling the scale, an inanimate object which can control and twist our self esteem to a sad state of affair. Why do we allow this? How can it be we do not treat our bodies as if they were the most precious, most expensive object we possess? Well, I have been years trying to figure that out, and I am finally getting a grip on the reality of losing weight successfully. This is a lifelong struggle for some of us, and a lifelong commitment to stay healthy, focused and determined can be accomplished. Staying positive, surround ourselves with the correct choices. This is what this blog will be about. My story is long, and may mirror some of the struggles others encounter. My wish is to help others and I am willing to takes the risk of opening myself up fully. This again is my first blog. My experience at my first blogging class, Blogging 101, at SUNY Eastern Campus, last nite was not a success. This has not stopped me! I am determined. I am focused and I will succeed! I have figured this out, after a sad start last nite, and I am jubilant! This will be another step in my journey, and this is a journey that will never end until I do! Looking forward to my next blog, Sincerely, PJ