America's two biggest idols - food and money

So I was put to the test last night. We went to Point Breeze. I had a half of a chicken tender and a crab cake for appetizers and two slices of Italian bread (which was going over board). Then I ordered baked haddock with mashed potatoes and a salad. I ate the salad first. Then I ate all of the haddock and only half of the potatoes. The haddock wasn't too big so that was good. I don't think that I have ever gone out to eat without finishing everything in front of me. The bread was the hardest part. I asked a woman who was a part of our party to take the bread because it was driving me insane. But the point is that I was actually able to resist.

I have been losing a lb a day. I know I shouldn't weigh in everyday but it is just a habit I got into because my boss has a scale in her bathroom. I weigh every time I go to the bathroom. Whatever. Also, I know that in the beginning you lose a lot of water weight so that is fine. I will not get discouraged because my main focus is to not let food take control of me.

I also have the same problem with money. I'm not obsessed with it but I tend to spend it quickly. I always pay my bills on time but whatever is left gets spent. Its really bad. So the two things I have been working on are food and money. I have been doing okay. Last night I spent more money than I should have on food because I hadn't balanced my checkbook after cashing my check so all I thought of was that I had lots of money. I didn't think of all bills I had to pay and I dipped into my gas money. I'm not too worried about it because I know God will figure something out for me. Maybe I'll get my tax return this weekend. But I am trying my best to drive as little as possible.

I know we originally started blogging because of food but for me its about accountability. Most people wouldn't share so much personal stuff, especially about finances, but it is something that I am struggling with so it needs to be brought out in the open. I feel like I am getting stronger in my faith and I am ready to tackle these issues. I had been struggling for a while with some spiritual warfare but I have finally risen above it all. I am reading the bible MUCH MORE and it feels great.

Its just so funny how the more problems you work on, the more problems you realize you actually have.

Well I guess thats all for now. I'm getting sleepy. Diann, sorry about last night but I hear you had a good time playing Trivial Pursuit! I wanna play! Oh well, there's always DDR. See you Sunday. You too Jane.

Small Portions

I have to say, God has really been helping me lately. I have been getting up early to exercise and have been eating smaller (much smaller) portions. When I want to eat when I'm not hungry or shouldn't be hungry, I just pray and read the bible. It has been working out awesome for me. I had a couple of things said to me this weekend about my weight that bothered me. Granted, those things shouldn't have been said, but I am using it as motivation. I keep looking at my self in the mirror and it seems like my neck line is disappearing and my lumps are getting bigger. I have just had it with myself and I finally gave it over to the Lord.

I have lost a few pounds just this weekend. My boss looked at my lunch today and asked me if that was all I was eating. I'm not starving myself. I'm eating only what I should eat... small portions and small snacks in between. This way I am really hungry when I eat and it gives my body a chance to digest. I make sure that if I have anything in the house, it is fruit. I love fruit and it is full of vitamins and minerals.

Anyway, just wanted to let you know how everything has been going. Jane and Dianna, see you tonight!

Back on the wagon (aka the elliptical)

Well, its been a few weeks but I have finally gotten into exercising today. Now that I was able to do it today I think I am back on the wagon again. It was a bit of a struggling considering the length of time I have been out of it, but I got through it. I can't do the weights yet because of my neck and shoulder injury but I think in a couple more weeks I should be fine. I just don't want to make things any worse.

I have been watching my eating a lot more lately. Except when we were at Wright's Glutton Farm last Saturday :). Anyway, I feel good. I have lost any more weight but at least I am feeling better about myself.

Its funny, I feel like I only post the good things about myself lately. Don't mean to. Its just that I am happy and I have some time during my lunch to share with you guys.

I made this really good boneless stuffed chicken last night with apple stuffing. I should make that again because I think that it wasn't too fattening and it tasted great. Maybe if we have a potluck again I'll think about it.

Okay just rambling now! I'll talk to you guys later. And Jane, see you tonight! Dianna, see you every other day.