New Years Resolutions: 2009

The calendar proclaims that it’s already Day 2 of 2009 and here I sit, with not a single New Year’s Resolution penned.  I guess it’s time to remedy that. As I’ve said before, I don’t like making resolutions.  It’s too easy to fail at a resolution: you break it, and you’ve failed.  So since I… Continue reading New Years Resolutions: 2009

“Goal” Post – A Checklist for 2008

I’m not all that crazy about checklists.  For someone like me, who has both random and OCD tendencies, a checklist can wreak havoc on my mental state.  However, in reflecting on the past year, I think a checklist is definitely in order.  Let’s see how I did on reaching the goals I set for myself… Continue reading “Goal” Post – A Checklist for 2008

South Beach Update: A Tidal Wave of Sweets

I know, my update is a day late and a dollar short, but at least I’m updating. The last few weeks have been a struggle, and more than once, I’ve felt like I was drowning in holiday sweets and treats and fast-food drive-thrus.  But by the grace of God, I am still maintaining my weight… Continue reading South Beach Update: A Tidal Wave of Sweets

South Beach Update – Almost there!

This was last Monday’s post.  So again, pretend it’s last Monday. Okay, so I said I’d record a net loss for the week.  Unfortunately, I did not make it to my goal, but I am only 1.5 lbs. above it.  So that’s progress in the right direction.  Now if I can just keep it going!… Continue reading South Beach Update – Almost there!

South Beach Update – On the Sand Bar

Sand bars…Aren’t those little treats made with blue jello topped with a thin layer of cool whip and sprinkled with graham crackers on top? Or is that something I just made up that sounds really yummy? It’s official.  I’ve plateaued.  Or, in “Beach-speak”, I’ve hit the sand bar.  No net weight loss to speak of… Continue reading South Beach Update – On the Sand Bar

South Beach Update – Week 8

It’s back to reality – both for me and for the blog.  This week we begin week 8 of our journey on the Beach.  We’re definitely finding it easier to eat by the “rules” now, and I’m starting to find that my portion sizes are diminishing as well.  Twice this week I went out for… Continue reading South Beach Update – Week 8