Hello there, sorry for the delayed update! I have been very productive these last 10 days, cant say I got everything done but never the less got a lot accomplished.. It was a good week
I worked out hard as I was still excited about losing last week, its so hard to keep the momentum though, so I did have to push myself. I am so glad I did. I am down another 8 lbs It had been about 12 days since I weighed myself, I could feel I had lost but was thrilled with this new number, the most I have seen at one time on the scale. This gives me a total of 37 lbs. YEA BABY Sara my Trainor and some good friends were as excited as me! Never under estimate the power of a high five!! Give them as often as possible for whatever reason you can think of! Its empowering!

I was watching the biggest loser, they made the contestants do a race carrying the weight they had lost and dropping it at each point of weekly weight loss They were amazed, as was I at how they ever managed to carry around all that extra weight. It was very inspiring for me.
I am not doing the same program, as it’s a bit extreme, who can work out 6-8 hours a day, have a special diet and continue a regular life! I am here to prove that slow progress works and makes for long term success.

I am now studying hard for my State boards. I cant wait to take the next step towards getting a job in my new field, Esthetics, skin care! I am so excited about the opportunity to do something I love and get paid. I will keep you posted on how I make out with testing, and then getting a new job. I did realize it was not the best time to change careers, but really didn’t have a choice as I am so desperate to be happy!

Im using all the wonderful people around me to support me, loving the words of encouragement Im receiving and most of all, making sure I don’t let myself down! I have such great people around me that I don’t want to disappoint, but I have been told, don’t worry about disappointing anyone but myself, and that is true, as I am the one who would be the most disappointed.

Until Later, Have a Fabulous Day! Bonnie

Hello everyone Busy week, but all good 1st things 1st, I lost another 3 lbs last week, which takes me to a total of 29 lbs Yeah, Im so excited because I was getting a little bit down. I had one week with no weight loss and then 1 lb the following week. I have been trying to add 1-2 mile walks everyday and still doing my workout routine, seems to be paying off now
I also went to the mountains for Mothers day weekend and hiked 2 miles to the top of a mountain with my brother Phil and brother- in- law Pat. Thanks guys for keeping your promise to support me! It was fun, what can we do next!!

I have also been getting my house ready to put on the market. I cant believe how much STUFF I have accumulate over the last 12 years living in this house. I remember when I moved in here I thought how was I going to fill this house up all by myself. Well, no problems there, its just packed with things and more things. I found boxes in my basement I never unpacked from when I 1st moved in, you know what they say, if you haven’t used it in 2 years, you don’t need it I am going to have one big yard sale

OK, just a quickie for now! Will touch base again later in the week!

Until then, take care and take a walk!

Until Later, Bonnie

Hello again, Well, its been an interesting week, a tuff one I must admit. I only lost 1 lb last week and decided to wait two weeks before I weigh myself again. I felt like I lost more than a pound but Im told it can take a week or two to show on the scale, and that includes gaining weight as well. I feel really good even though! I realize also its time to step it up a level and I have a two week goal now I also had a busy schedule this week and didn’t make it to the gym every day. Again, getting to the gym is crucial. I did walk on the days I didn’t go the gym, 3-4 miles, and it’s a great workout but for me, I see more results when I go to the gym I have to start going to the gym early in the morning so I don’t get caught up in the busy day and realize I don’t have time to make it to the gym. (No Excuses) I am a night owl so I like to work out later in the day, but I think I need to reframe and make it 1st on my list and go early. I can always do an evening walk and get 2 workouts done in one day!

I love Sundays at home and prepping for the week ahead. I must be careful when preparing for the week, as I munch the whole time. Im going to have to count my prep sessions as a meal too (lucky for me its all good whole food) It can be so much fun cooking for the week, something again, new to me but I like it. I am also chopping up lots of fruits and veggie, putting them in a baggie or container so they are staring at me when I open my fridge and easy to just grab some and have a crunchy snack. I had a friend come over and we made shrimp scampi, it was delicious, low calorie and healthy I recommend asking friends for their recipes of their favorite healthy meals. I have never used recipes before and really need to as it will help me keep track of exactly what I am putting into my body!

I also learned from Barbara that your blood type as a lot to do with what foods work and don’t work for you. I found that so interesting and never would have thought blood type had anything to do with the foods you ate Do you know your blood type? I am going to find out my blood type and will share with you what I learn.

OK, have to go for now but will fill you in on more detail after the weekend.

Thanks everyone for your support!

Until Later, Bonnie