Hey People,
Well I got on the scale the other day and it said I had lost 31 lbs!!!!! I promise if you could see me as I write this you'd be laughing!!! Isn't it great when you are accomplishing what you set out to do? Now, don't get the game twisted sistah girl has a good little road ahead to reach my goal weight but this progress has been wonderful for the self-esteem.
Side Bar: Let me talk to the women for today...is it not reassuring when there is more attention attained from the opposite sex? I mean I was FINE before but shoot my stock is on the rise...lolol!Now, that is not to say that you and I weren't FABULOUS before and even more so now...but the cute little stares are nice. However, we know that living healthy and getting that temple God gave us in order is the "ultimate" goal the earthly treasures aren't too bad! (smile)
Nevertheless, lets keep our mind on track and get these pounds off....shoot the summer is coming and I want to wear shorts (LOL)! Yall, know what mean (smile). I am a fan of the capri but when I get these legs in tip-top form you better watch out! Check out this link to help tone those thighs...smile!
http://yourtotalhealth.ivillage.com/diet-fitness/thigh-toning-exercises.html
Thursday, March 6, 2008
Tuesday, February 26, 2008
Off Topic...
Howdy,
I know that this blog is suppose to be about my weight loss journey-which for right now is suspect..LOL! But I was reading a friend of mine blog about dating and needed to express myself here so bear with me. What do you all think about dating vs courting? Sometimes I feel like dating can have a negative view. As for me, I want to be courted here are some definitions that I've found to help those of you that are not sure of the difference.
Dating was invented in the early part of this century. Prior to that time, marriage always involved much more input from the parents, and "trial relationships" leading up to marriage were not conducted at all.
Courtship is a word that has been adopted to describe a biblical model for the relationship leading up to marriage. In the Bible, the parents were always involved in the marriage process.
-In the modern dating scene you usually hide all your faults to give a false impression about yourself, in order to keep your partner liking you. Recreational dating is about self-gratification -
- you date to satisfy your own needs.
Courtship is about open and honest exploration of each others lives and families leading up to engagement and marriage. Courtship is about marriage -- you court in order to see if there is any reason why you shouldn't get married. There is no romantic interaction until after the commitment to marriage. (http://polynate.net/books/courtship/part1.html)
I'd love to hear what you have to say so please feel free to post!
As always-Stay prayed up, blessed and highly favored!
Kai
I know that this blog is suppose to be about my weight loss journey-which for right now is suspect..LOL! But I was reading a friend of mine blog about dating and needed to express myself here so bear with me. What do you all think about dating vs courting? Sometimes I feel like dating can have a negative view. As for me, I want to be courted here are some definitions that I've found to help those of you that are not sure of the difference.
Dating was invented in the early part of this century. Prior to that time, marriage always involved much more input from the parents, and "trial relationships" leading up to marriage were not conducted at all.
Courtship is a word that has been adopted to describe a biblical model for the relationship leading up to marriage. In the Bible, the parents were always involved in the marriage process.
-In the modern dating scene you usually hide all your faults to give a false impression about yourself, in order to keep your partner liking you. Recreational dating is about self-gratification -
- you date to satisfy your own needs.
Courtship is about open and honest exploration of each others lives and families leading up to engagement and marriage. Courtship is about marriage -- you court in order to see if there is any reason why you shouldn't get married. There is no romantic interaction until after the commitment to marriage. (http://polynate.net/books/courtship/part1.html)
I'd love to hear what you have to say so please feel free to post!
As always-Stay prayed up, blessed and highly favored!
Kai
Tuesday, February 5, 2008
23 and Counting
Hey All,
I just wanted to send out a huge hug to all of you that have been faith in your walk to lose weight. 2008 is new beginning so if you slipped a bit on 07' it's cool dust yourself off and keep moving. God is good in that I have lost 23 lbs...and yall I am loving it!!! Ladies I got a pair a jeans the other day and lets just "Mama was lookin good"! LOL! That's what this is all about to feel and look good in our own skin treasure who you are in Christ because all we're doing is trying to take care of the "temple" HE has allowed us to have. Life is way too short to spend it looking in the rear view mirror so whip that neck around and get going...smile! The book is doing well and people are being blessed by the words HE gave me and I am thankful. I am only a vessel that is being used for HIS glory so please keep me lifted. I do promise to be in touch more with you I had to take a bit of a hiatus to get Kai together but a sistah is back and ready to roll! Talk to you all soon.
Be Blessed!!
I just wanted to send out a huge hug to all of you that have been faith in your walk to lose weight. 2008 is new beginning so if you slipped a bit on 07' it's cool dust yourself off and keep moving. God is good in that I have lost 23 lbs...and yall I am loving it!!! Ladies I got a pair a jeans the other day and lets just "Mama was lookin good"! LOL! That's what this is all about to feel and look good in our own skin treasure who you are in Christ because all we're doing is trying to take care of the "temple" HE has allowed us to have. Life is way too short to spend it looking in the rear view mirror so whip that neck around and get going...smile! The book is doing well and people are being blessed by the words HE gave me and I am thankful. I am only a vessel that is being used for HIS glory so please keep me lifted. I do promise to be in touch more with you I had to take a bit of a hiatus to get Kai together but a sistah is back and ready to roll! Talk to you all soon.
Be Blessed!!
Wednesday, January 9, 2008
Monday, August 6, 2007
Keep the feet moving...
Hey Fellow Challengers,
How's life treating ya? I figure if I am still able to call myself a member of the land of the living..life ain't that bad! Ok, I am going to get right to it...this gym thing is for the BIRDS...LOLOL! There is no way that I am going to sit here and tell you lovely people that excersing is FUN...my body is often telling me that I need to go somewhere and sit down..smile! l feel a MADEA (Tyler Perry) moment creeping up but for your sake I will try my best to get a hold of her....LOLOL!
Today I went to the gym and lifted some weights...boy if you all could have only seen me...I have come to the conclusion that I really don't know what in the world I am doing. This would be where I would at least tell you what I did-being that I have don't have an idea of what the machines are called...let just say the weights and I had a good conversation...smile.
At any rate, the great thing is at least I'm trying. Have you ever had a reality check that would send you to any diet center in America? Well, I did...I took a side view of my body and let's just say there was NOT a vision of being Halle Berry!!!! Man, I saw this thing that looked like a kangaroo pouch...I stood there looking in the mirror...thinking " the Devil is a Lie...I am NOT about to put up with this...LOLOLOL! Anywho, all in all my journey is going well and I hope yours in too..smile!
Stay prayed up, Blessed and Highly Favored!
Kai
Dr. Ian's Weekly Tip
Reduce your stress.Don't worry, be happy! That's important when it comes to losing weight. Several studies have shown that stress leads to all types of bad habits, especially when it comes to eating. If you reduce your stress, you have a better chance of being successful on an eating program and losing weight. Try meditating, doing yoga, listening to your favorite music, walking, reading a book, or any other activity that helps you relax. Stress reduction is also good for your cardiovascular system, so your heart will thank you as well!
Creating a healthier lifestyle stretches beyond diet and exercise. You have to pay special attention to your mind and soul as well. Make room in your busy schedule and find a moment for yourself. It doesn't have to be a lot of time- you can create an extra 10 to 20 minutes in your day by waking up a little earlier, have lunch on your own or even delay turning on the TV until you've had time to clear your mind.
You can manage your stress. Be intentional and find time to relax, and you'll gain a stronger perspective on what is truly important in your life. Best ~ Dr. Ian
How's life treating ya? I figure if I am still able to call myself a member of the land of the living..life ain't that bad! Ok, I am going to get right to it...this gym thing is for the BIRDS...LOLOL! There is no way that I am going to sit here and tell you lovely people that excersing is FUN...my body is often telling me that I need to go somewhere and sit down..smile! l feel a MADEA (Tyler Perry) moment creeping up but for your sake I will try my best to get a hold of her....LOLOL!
Today I went to the gym and lifted some weights...boy if you all could have only seen me...I have come to the conclusion that I really don't know what in the world I am doing. This would be where I would at least tell you what I did-being that I have don't have an idea of what the machines are called...let just say the weights and I had a good conversation...smile.
At any rate, the great thing is at least I'm trying. Have you ever had a reality check that would send you to any diet center in America? Well, I did...I took a side view of my body and let's just say there was NOT a vision of being Halle Berry!!!! Man, I saw this thing that looked like a kangaroo pouch...I stood there looking in the mirror...thinking " the Devil is a Lie...I am NOT about to put up with this...LOLOLOL! Anywho, all in all my journey is going well and I hope yours in too..smile!
Stay prayed up, Blessed and Highly Favored!
Kai
Dr. Ian's Weekly Tip
Reduce your stress.Don't worry, be happy! That's important when it comes to losing weight. Several studies have shown that stress leads to all types of bad habits, especially when it comes to eating. If you reduce your stress, you have a better chance of being successful on an eating program and losing weight. Try meditating, doing yoga, listening to your favorite music, walking, reading a book, or any other activity that helps you relax. Stress reduction is also good for your cardiovascular system, so your heart will thank you as well!
Creating a healthier lifestyle stretches beyond diet and exercise. You have to pay special attention to your mind and soul as well. Make room in your busy schedule and find a moment for yourself. It doesn't have to be a lot of time- you can create an extra 10 to 20 minutes in your day by waking up a little earlier, have lunch on your own or even delay turning on the TV until you've had time to clear your mind.
You can manage your stress. Be intentional and find time to relax, and you'll gain a stronger perspective on what is truly important in your life. Best ~ Dr. Ian
Tuesday, July 31, 2007
Day one on my Journey
Hey Everybody,
Today is my first day on the way to being a few pounds lighter....OK who am I kidding a LOT of pounds lighter! Like so many of us I grew up as an "butter ball" kid and that was fine way back then but know life and bad eating habit has caught up with me. Right now, I am a diabetic (Type II) and I have High Blood Pressure at the ripe YOUNG age of 31! Have you ever looked in the mirror and wonder where that extra person came from? As much as I weight I could truly lose " full grown woman" and still have some to share!
My saving grace is that I am tall and can hide the weight well however, when I am home and in my private time I can see all the bumps, curves and never ending road map I call my body. So, get your dancing shoes on folks as I (you are more than welcome to come a long) take on the world of a gym...smile! Please understand this won't be easy but we can join hands together and eat healthy and exercise our way to a new body and good health!
Today is my first day on the way to being a few pounds lighter....OK who am I kidding a LOT of pounds lighter! Like so many of us I grew up as an "butter ball" kid and that was fine way back then but know life and bad eating habit has caught up with me. Right now, I am a diabetic (Type II) and I have High Blood Pressure at the ripe YOUNG age of 31! Have you ever looked in the mirror and wonder where that extra person came from? As much as I weight I could truly lose " full grown woman" and still have some to share!
My saving grace is that I am tall and can hide the weight well however, when I am home and in my private time I can see all the bumps, curves and never ending road map I call my body. So, get your dancing shoes on folks as I (you are more than welcome to come a long) take on the world of a gym...smile! Please understand this won't be easy but we can join hands together and eat healthy and exercise our way to a new body and good health!
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