HAPPY NEW NEW YEARS!!!!!

It's been such a blessed wonderful NEW YEARS for me and I am very grateful!!!
Weight loss is working it's way down I am still following the detox and eating right but I do have my treat times :-)) I have a couple of friends trying to convince me to still get on dating sites but heck to the NO on that I am very content. I am sure that if God has someone for me I don't even know him yet and if that's God's plan for me it's in God's timing not mines:-)) I am hoping I don't have to be rude to get them to back off.

Well I have lost count of how many days I have lived the veggie life but it's been nothing but good! I feel so much better and I mean better. Now I love my homemade laundry detergent but I not that happy when it wash my whites I need to do more research for homemade whiteners because I am so happy for not using any toxins. Well off for a full day:-)

Later
demi~

   LOL!!

This was an email I sent to a friend on a discussion we were having and I felt the need to share.

Getting back on track about our discussion, for months at my job so many woman over weight of all sizes and even slightly are and have had the gastric bypass all in the name no one likes fat people but at the end of the day it shouldn't be about being fat....it about changing your way of thought on who your are and who you want to become in the change like do a person want to stay on the road of over eating and live unhealthy or do someone want to change and eat a healthy living style because no matter how many surgery someone may have if you haven't change the enter being nothing has changed. 

Now when it come to what others think it shouldn't be about what your outside look likes it should be about the content of your heart and spirit, everyone is dysfunctional in kind some manner because we are born into sin period. 

Now men and so many of them could care less about the content of a woman's heart they care about looks, sex, money and status even some of the Christians ones but I feel you deserve what you want but don't get mad when it's not what you thought, you see not all women who are over weight are unhealthy or unhappy and all thin women are not healthy nor happy. 

For me in thought of relationships it should never be in thought that someone wants to find someone because they don't want to be alone! that whole concept of thinking is crazy!!! why should someone end up with this type of person thinking they are being love but it's not that, its for the convince you see that person is with you because they don't want to alone....Oh hell naw! or someone escaping one relationship claim to be looking for someone better but in truth they need to be better to get better or someone killing themselves to be thin just for the love of a man!!! Hell to the double naw!!! 

What happen to just simple goodness, love doesn't need 12 roses to prove something it only need 1 rose or a walk in the park or conversation or a good movie with good food and laughter, a theme park of just old fashion fun....respect and honest. And choosing the fat girl and saying you don't have to walk this journey alone see I love you for who you are but I want to be apart of who you want to be and where you're going see just simple.

Demi~

MERRY CHRISTMAS EVE!!!!!!!!


Thank you Lord for allowing us to see another Christmas Eve I am so very grateful, yes indeed!
Well let me say I have such great news (clapping hands).....Yesterday A sweet voice told me to get on the scale and I did and guess what I lost 8 wonderful pounds!!!!! (again clapping hands)...:-)
All from not eating meat and watching how I eat happy moment here and praying to stay focused and keeping it under control.
As a stress eater you have to learn not to allow things to get to you and that's something I have been working on for quit so time, like for instance people who do so little for you should never affect your thought process ever. Now, not that you feel ugly towards them in any kind of way but just know that's who they are and it's between them and God and that's it:-)
You know it's always best to pray about everything and that alone will help deplete a lot of the stress.
Now when meat is out your life man the smoothies are the most number one hit well at least for me it is!
Plus I love veggies I really do and you can find the best recipes online or just create some yourself!!
But there's a small down fall and its the gas and waste listen it goes on and on but that's the best thing in the world is the cleansing and for someone who has diverticulitis that's right up my alley:-))

I have so much to be thankful for because I know the cost of lost and our family just went through the thought that one of our member may have heart surgery but let me tell you that God is a mighty God and he heard our prayers and sent down mercy and grace and everything is find right now no surgery is needed and all I can say IS AMEN!!!
At my house today we are coming together in thanksgiving for the reason of the season and that's Jesus Lord!!!!  So please love one another, forgive, let go of all bitterness, pray and be thankful:-)

HAPPY HOLIDAYS AND MANY BLESSINGS:-)))

demi~

Grateful Monday

So very thankful for another day!!! Amen:-)
This is day 10 I believe of no meat!!!!!!!! and I can't express to you how happy I am of that choice, I feel so good and the oils I have been using it's like I can't say in words how wonderful it's been to use these oils and I made homemade laundry soap with the Fels and OH MY GOODNESS this stuff works so good  it doesn't just clean my clothes it cleans my whole house! I can breath and my recovery was really fast after being sick once I started cleaning with the homemade soap.

Now as for me my stomach has went down so much from not eating any meat and this is no joke!
I feel like a million bucks plus is sooo much cheaper it also helps detox the body as well living the veggie life:-) I really feel different. As for Christmas it's going to be a seafood one....now I didn't give up seafood and I won't!
Progress for me more and more everyday I just love it and my reward trip for myself will be a week in Carmel just me myself and I:-) but who knows I am sure someone will want to follow maybe I'll take my grand girls with me I'll see! But I am due for a San Francisco trip soon with my grands and I can't wait!!

later
demi~

I can't wait until Monday my day off I have so much good stuff to tell and it's day 7 of no meat and it's the best thing I can do for myself:-))))

later
demi~
Happy weekend!!

Hello Monday


Well I have been out of commission since my last post the asthma monster have attack again so now I have to revamp my workout plan so I have started my vegetarian/seafood lover I refuse to give up seafood/ food plan so the first month of eating change habit and praying this asthma won't continue to trigger off.

It seen that it's going to be a veggie Christmas meal this year plus I am working day shift but I will do all my gifting on Christmas eve God says the same:-) I can say the Morning Star is the best for vegan meat it really is and I use it alot!! This is what hurts the doctor put my back on prednisone for like 2 weeks and this med cause weight gain but I need to breath and things will get better and I will be back on track in no time.
I need to go and prepare my shake I have learn hunger control is very important what I do now with my shakes I add protein power and instead of on pack of oatmeal I do two they are only 130 per pack in calories and it helps to keep me full. See fat people have fat stomach this is reality and you have to shrink the stomach so shakes with fullness will work and a balanced healthy meal in the evening and plenty plenty of water!!!

later
demi~

Another Happy Tuesday,


Starting my workout morning with water yes that's right water! It's a very important fact for weight loss and daily life. Plus a small breakfast because your body need this before any workout I say an hour before starting and mine starts at 9:00 am and it's 7:16 am right now! And I have a busy morning before work:-/

More info on the importance to drink water first thing in the morning

Energy

Drinking water, particularly early in the morning, has the reputation of being able to provide a variety of benefits, such as boosting your metabolism and helping you feel alert and refreshed earlier. Drinking water in the morning has likely acquired this reputation because virtually every system or function in your body requires water in order to work. For example, if you are dehydrated, you may well feel more sluggish and tired, and your digestion may work more slowly and inefficiently.

Toxins

It is primarily the job of your kidneys to eliminate various toxins and waste products from your system. However, ensuring that you maintain a high level of hydration at all times -- even early in the morning -- will not only help your kidneys function more effectively, but it can also actually help relieve the strain on your kidneys by flushing these waste products out of your system.

Read more: http://www.livestrong.com

Eating and exercise: 5 tips to maximize your workouts

Knowing when and what to eat can make a difference in how you feel during your workouts. Here are five tips on eating and exercise to guide you.

By Mayo Clinic staff

Eating and exercise go hand in hand. When and what you eat can be important to how you feel when you exercise, whether it's a casual workout or a serious athletic competition.

Here are five tips for eating and exercise to help maximize your exercise and athletic performance. Just keep in mind that the duration and intensity of your activity will dictate how often and what you should eat and drink. Running a marathon demands more energy in the way of food than does walking two miles — but whatever your exercise, you'll benefit from paying attention to your meals and snacks.

1. Eat a healthy breakfast

If you exercise in the morning, get up early enough to eat breakfast — that may mean one to two hours before your workout. Most of the energy you got from dinner the previous night is used up by morning, and your blood sugar may be low. If you don't eat, you may feel sluggish or lightheaded when you exercise. If you plan to exercise within an hour after breakfast, eat a lighter breakfast or drink something to raise your blood sugar, such as a sports drink. Emphasize carbohydrates for maximum energy.

Good breakfast options include:

• Whole-grain cereals or bread
• Low-fat milk
• Juice
• Bananas

If you're not a fan of eating in the morning before you work out, try a sports drink or have a bigger bedtime snack the night before. And remember, if you normally have coffee in the mornings, a cup or two before your workout is probably OK. Just don't try any foods or drinks for the first time before a workout, or you risk an upset stomach.

2. Size matters

Be careful not to overdo it when it comes to how much you eat before exercise. The general guideline:

• Large meals. Eat these at least three to four hours before exercising.
• Small meals. Eat these two to three hours before exercising.
• Small snacks. Eat these an hour before exercising.

Eating too much before you exercise can leave you feeling sluggish, or worse, with a case of diarrhea or stomach cramps. Eating too little may not give you the energy to keep you feeling strong throughout your workout.

3. Snack well

Most people can eat small snacks right before and during exercise. The key is how you feel. Do what works best for you. Snacks eaten soon before exercise probably won't give you added energy, but they can help keep up your blood sugar and prevent distracting hunger pangs. Good snack options include:

• Energy bars or drinks
• Bananas or other fresh fruit
• Yogurt
• Fruit smoothies
• Whole-grain bagel or crackers with peanut butter
• Granola bars

A healthy snack is especially important if you plan a workout several hours after a meal.

4. Eat after you exercise

To help your muscles recover and to replace their glycogen stores, eat a meal that contains both protein and carbohydrates within two hours of your exercise session if possible. If you aren't hungry after your workout, drink juice or a sports drink to provide replenishing carbohydrates.

Good post-workout food choices include:

• Yogurt and fruit
• Peanut butter or meat sandwich
• String cheese and crackers
• Nuts and dried fruit
• A regular meal with meat, starch, and cooked vegetable or salad

5. Drink up

Don't forget to drink fluids to help optimize your exercise and workouts. You need adequate fluids before, during and after exercise to help prevent dehydration.

To stay well hydrated for exercise, the American College of Sports Medicine recommends that you:

• Drink roughly 2 to 3 cups (0.5 to 0.7 liters) of water during the two to three hours before your workout.
• Drink about 1/2 to 1 cup (0.12 to 0.23 liters) of water every 15 to 20 minutes during your workout. You may need more the larger your body is or the warmer the weather is.
• Drink roughly 2 to 3 cups (0.5 to 0.7 liters) of water after your workout for every pound (0.5 kilogram) of weight you lose during the workout.

Water is generally the best way to replace lost fluids. But if you're exercising for more than 60 minutes, use a sports drink. Sports drinks can help maintain your body's electrolyte balance and give you a bit more energy because they contain carbohydrates.

Let experience be your guide

When it comes to eating and exercise, everyone is different. So pay attention to how you feel during your workout and your overall performance. Let your experience guide you on which post-exercise eating habits work best for you. Consider keeping a journal to monitor how your body reacts to meals and snacks so that you can tweak your diet for optimal performance.

And don't let anyone put pressure on you about getting weight off this is your journey and that's how I feel because anyone who can only see your outside isn't worth 1 moment of you time. I believe this is why so many men and women get in jacket up relationships because they are more concerned about the outside then what's on the inside just because someone maybe over weight doesn't mean they are broken on the inside! So let your weight loss be about you and your health and ignore stupid people!

later

demi Hugs & Blessings~    

Sunday Dec 1st
The first day of my 30 treadmill challenge!

Day 1 completed thank God! I am going to follow as much as I can the veggie food plan with the help of my smoothies and protein shakes!!! and tons of water!!

On Jan 1st God says the same it will be the start of the 30 day abs challenge I'm going to need pray on this one:-)!!! and just keep it going I won't weigh in until May in Jesus precious mighty Name!!!
Going to focus on my love for Christ and my Heavenly Father above and then self love and positiveness for one-self and others:-)

Later with love
demi~

Enjoy:-)

Friday after Thanksgiving!

Oh what a great day it was! I first worked day-shift and got home at about 5 pm but I had prepare most of the food the day before and my daughter finished off the rest thanksgiving day and everything was delicious I did low calories on everything but the yams and my yam will make you slap somebody:-))) the meal was Cornish hens that are 200 calories per one cooked in spices and Marmalade sauce which is only 49 calories per tablespoon and it was the freaking bomb!! green beans and potatoes I didn't put bacon and they were awesome white rice and only 1 cup per plate and the lowest calorie rolls I could find and I did! So it was so good and I didn't feel all yucky after this meal like I would with the regular thanksgiving meal because with that meal you don't count calories nor do you count fat and I am so happy I did this, plus I made a low calorie pie the bomb:-)))))))))) ( I call it marble delight)  and you can bet your last million I will do a low calorie meal for Christmas as well!

I am grateful for the people who are encouraging me on the weight loss. It's is really a mental thing and you must fix your thinking in order to do what you need to do to get the weight off and keep it off. It's a struggle and the support system can help so much. Time for prayer time:-)

later
demi~

A new Sunday and no looking back!


Well I have already start getting my oils and last night I made a homemade shampoo again but with only oils I used olive oil, almond oil, eucalyptus oil and rosemary oil.....now I should have done a baking soda rinse first but forgot but anyway I did the oils and let them sit in for like 40 min and I massaged my scalp then got into the shower and rinsed. Now this morning my scalp feels good and I didn't have alot of hair loss and so very happy about that! OH and Wen have the same type of oils in the all natural one and they don't use any type of soap.

Yesterday evening I stuff Christmas stocking for my grands and I didn't eat one candy...yes yes yes for me!!!
It's a proud moment and I didn't even crave it this detox is working:-) I found a new used book store and I got so many books for dirty cheap I got one on 20,000 secrets of teas:-)....plus 4 or 5 books on diabetic recipes now I am not a diabetic but the recipes are low in calories and they are really balanced and they were so cheap because just 1 of these books are like 18 bucks at Barns & Nobles and I bought these for like 4 bucks a piece!!! love a good bargain:-)

I have decided to be more selfish when it comes to myself, no more open door to my life to others now I'm not doing this to be mean or anything like that I just need to set hard boundaries on others because folks will try and push all their issues and problems onto your life and I have my own stuff and yes it's depends on what's going on but for bull crap I don't have time for that nonsense! I have prayer time first and me time then work time and then I have to check on the grown children and check on the grand children so who in the world have time for other people foolishness not me. I just feel if it isn't anything positive or to help others then they need to bypass me. This life is about God's will, striving to be better and better each and everyday and making a good difference in the lives of other people rather its through your work, neighborhood a stranger a cause a shelter or nurturing or whatever something.

Man I looked up and sure had a lot to say today...:-)

  later
demi~
:-)

 

Saturday from scary to great!


Well right now I just need to vent last night I had a horrible and I mean horrible dream. It was about the great man I mention before I dreamed that one min I was talking to him face to face with such a great smile then I went back again to where he was and this strange man was pretending to be him and had caused him great danger, I woke up crying and so hurt I started praying mighty hard for God's protection and I would never tell him this but I sent him a prayer this morning.

The thought of it hurts me so bad I wish I could build a strong wall around him but I am through my constant prayers to the Heavenly Father, we truly have to stay in prayer for one another because the devil never sleeps. I can't allow my feeling to be out of order because you lose sight of God's plan because the most important thing is to be that prayer warrior and pray, pray, pray.





Prayer for Guidance and Protection.


Hallelujah Jesus, Praise You . We glorify You and we You thanks

We give you thanks for this day and for all the blessings and graces who bestowed upon us.

We pray that you forgive us with our shortcomings to You, with our loved ones and to others.

Jesus, bless us today, our families and friends. Give us the strength, we lean on you, Lord Jesus for our provisions, for our needs. Clothe us with your guidance and blessings and cover us with your Precious blood for protection.

Lead the way of your children, our Lord and our Savior.

Grant us what is best for us. 

In the name of Jesus. Amen and amen.


Blessings

later
demi~

In my feelings Tuesday!!!!


I woke up so emotional this morning all in my feelings with the weight struggle, my feelings about that someone (WM) and yes I am beating myself up about why I like him so much dammit what's my problem hell I don't want to be hurt again I really don't, I don't think I'm even his type!!! yes he feels I'm sweet but everyone say's that I just need to keep praying because I don't want to fall for someone and that's not God's will for my life. And at the end of the day I'm in my feelings and he's not at all because I have been there before and that person wasn't worth one single moment of my God giving time.

I just want to stay home and hide out and watch movies and cuddle with my doggies:-) thinking the detoxing has me acting crazy my emotions are all over the place! but hoping it will past soon!!! It's time for a protein shake! but my detox book is right on point and I see how the wrong foods can affect your moods and enter spirit that's just wild to me you just never realize how food can have such a huge impact on your life. Well my reward for my first weight goal will be back to Camel for a weekend and to hike along the beach area but if God says the same that will be after the first of the year:-)) I need to stay focused on myself and my goals:-) And God will take care of the rest!!

Later
demi~

A tiring off Monday,

Well its been a cozy lazy day for me I am now getting ready to go have dinner with my daughter then off to the movies:-) I haven't done one thing today but it's OK ups and downs but here it my progress so far in my fat struggle.

No makeup and tired! and fighting not to gain anymore weight back!!!

But I am having one of these days

I am out...
later
demi~

Emotional Friday,



Well I guess I want to say I'm past pissed but cool.....OK this what happen one of the people in the weight loss challenge remember had weight loss surgery well I know now she isn't whom she pretends to be. See on Facebook there are avatar you can have for fun well I have one and I found her's and did a cartoon of us giving each other high five....now I didn't make her avatar so she sees it on my page and calls me and say's you made my avatar fatter then you now did you read this! ( you made my avatar fatter then you) I am like I have been losing weight and not with any type of surgery! I have said it over and over again folks need to watch their mouth and listen to the words before speaking them!!!!!!

Don't feel entitled to anything you didn't sweat and struggle for. -Marian Wright Edelman

Beautiful quote!
Now I'm not perfect and I'm not where I want to be but I'm not where I use to be!!!
and it took tears, sweat and struggling to get here.
But I want to thank her because I am good, I can show you better then I can tell you:-)

It's early morning almost 3am listing to meditation smooth music and for some reason I have had this someone on my mind for weeks but that's because I'm in like, now I have never met him in person but he's on my Facebook for like 2 yrs now or more he's smart, sweet and Godly:-) but he does live in the same state I live in! and we have exchanged number a long time ago and we text but he doesn't have a clue how I feel and when we text it's sweet friends only:-) well now I feel better saying this to someone or just saying it. But I will never over step my bound because he would have to pursuit me Gods word says Proverbs 18:22..."

He that hath found a good wife, hath found a good thing, and shall receive a pleasure from the Lord. I need to go to bed I am just talking to much...lol Later demi~

FREEDOM IS NOT FREE!

HAPPY VETERANS DAY....THANK YOU!!!!!

IT'S TIME TO BE ON IT Saturday!

Well today I went to the renaissance fair and it was wonderful I truly loved it!!!
And I stuffed my face got home and ate the rest of the peppermint ice cream so this was it and now I am starting my detox back full blown and getting my shit together!
Tonight will be a very hot shower in a salt scrub then rinses off in cold water it does so much including getting rid of plenty waste. Right now I am listen to soft meditation to prepare my body for the shower or you can do a bath but I want to be relax before entering the shower. Body cleansing can take off alot of weight I know someone they did the detoxing and she loss 75 pound from doing it but you must be wise about it and eat very healthy.
OK off I go lifetime word DETOX:-)
Later

demi~

   

Friday Madness!

It has be a weird day, now it's my day off and I have been getting stressed for these grown kids!!! working my last good nerve. I have been a stress eater for years that's why my butt is the size it is!!! but I have been working a long time not to be that way and today is very successful Thanking God!!! not putting crap in my mouth:-)

OK I was challenged to a weight loss dual and I excepted it there are 5 of us and 1 is a cheater because she had weight loss surgery but whatever. Talk about giving a girl some motivation I love a challenge and they have been talking plenty of crap and there's money involved so I am working hard to get this weight off! Protein shakes and salad!!! and of course the treadmill:-) I am praying all goes well!

I am ready for battle and no backing down from me ever!...OFF TO WAR:-)  

I AM A SPARTIAN!!

Wonderful Saturday-)


Yesterday was my day trip and OH BOY Camel is such a beautiful place I'm so in love yes I am!!
The place is mind blowing just awesome and a very romantic spot to if your with a special someone, I'm just saying but I this was a girl trip for me and I have no special someone well I do in my heart but he's doesn't know I would never say a word unless he showed interest because in the past I have spoke my feels and I have loss in the end. A woman should never speak her feeling first because if it's for you God will place that man and he will speak his intention and that's my personal feeling:-) now enough of that!

I walked 4 miles or more yesterday in Camel and I'm not as sore as I thought I would be now I did eat very rich food but I only at once and that was more then enough food for the day I could only get half down and that was it. And there were so many fit people there I felt like the pear in a barrel of toothpicks!...lol  But it was good motivation for my spirit I want to go back soon and do some hiking that's a great motivation for me and a exciting thought:-) This fat struggle is an up hill battle but I will never give up nor take the easy way out and never be ashamed of who you are and where your at in the struggle for a healthier you because you have to love who you are now to get where you want to be:-))

A small piece of Camel:-))

demi~

 

Relaxing and detoxing Thursday:-)


Well I have been a very sick person but thanking God I feeling so much better! on Tuesday I got out of the house and met up with my sister we got some good old sun and it was such a beautiful day and we had a great sister and friend day together! love my God given moments with my sister:-)
I had a wonderful bacon maple cupcake OH MY MY so very delicious, I got a chance to talk with the owner and he say's it's his own recipe!!!

Today is all about relaxing and detoxing and skin softening, detoxing should helping with my wellness and clean out my system from the last of this crap. Now for the skin softening for me coconut oil is the best but other may prefer something different it's up to the individual. As for lunch it will be top ramen noodle salad with healthy goodies! and this is the best for this kinda day.

I'm excited day-trip tomorrow in Jesus Mighty Name, Amen!!!  Praying for safe travels in our coming and goings myself and a great friend from work she's a wonderful person and we both need to have a fun day.
Now I have been noticing this for a long time,why do some folks feel that because you are over weight and single that you don't have a life.....that has got to be some crazy thinking but these kinda folks have real issues and I mean very real. In this struggle you learn so much about people an even the ones you call friend.

My favorite time of the Year:-)
demi~

Drive by Tuesday!

I'm sick!!!! I got my flu shot over a week ago and of course I am sick....I so love how they say the flu shot don't make you sick.....REALLY!!! I work in the medical field!

Any who yesterday I finally go my treadmill home because the uhaul tried to cheat me after I made the arrangements over the phone and they changed my pick up location for the truck to get me to pay for more mileage and I ain't got time for that!!! So I found another way:-) and it didn't cost me one penny:-)

I don't feel good enough to do a workout today but this to shall past:-) Thanking God  that I will be off for a total of 11 day!!!!!!!!! starting the 25th...HA how you like me now!!!
So this woman will get better and hop on the treadmill like a crazy manic:-)))
I just refuse to give up and allow myself to gain what I have lost I just can't keep making that same mistake so it ain't over until the skinny lady sing! Now for me it's going to be a broth week  just get some broth and add the coleslaw mix and simmer it's so good and filling and the cabbage helps get the fluid off and the broth helps clean your system out but also drink plenty of healthy fluids best way to get your body on the right track being sick.

later demi~