Update!!

Well it's been almost 3 weeks since I finished the injections and I thought I'd leave a quick note about how I've been. Today I weighed 257.5! I have not been very dilligent with the 3 week plan for food. I know the right things to be eating, but have splurged and eaten what I really missed. The good news is that I haven't really gained anything back. My weight has fluctuated a pound or 2, but I have managed to maintain. I am starting to add some exercise into my life and know that will help me lose some additional weight. I do want to start the South Beach Diet again and I know I can lose 15-20 pounds in the next month. I will check back and let you know how it goes. Thanks for all who have checked in to see how I was doing. It wasn't easy, but definitely worth it!!

Day 47...1 more injection

Okay so back down to 260 this am. I work over 9 hours non-stop last night and I am beat! i got 2 hours of sleep before I had to be at work this morning. Can't wait to take a nap when I get home. I can do it!!

Day 46

Well I only have a couple more injections after today. I was 261 this morning. Why is this so hard to finish??? I am diappointed in myself for being so flaky about it. I am glad to be home from camping, but that means back to work. Ugh! I work at Denny's tonight. Hopefully I can do 5 more days...til tomorrow.

Day 45

Okay so I totally suck and have been both busy and lazy about this blog. Sorry to anyone who was watching my progress. I am still losing and have a couple more days of injections. I have been camping for the last 5 days and eating smores and other naughty things. I am happy to say that my weight is down to 260...which is okay, but I was down to 257 on Sunday (Day 41). Which is AWESOME! Ultimately I want to get to 250 while finishing up this program. I am home from camping and ready to finish strong. To date with all the ups and downs I am 41 pounds down!!!!!!!!!!! I can't complain! I feel great! I look even better...well at least better than I have looked in a long time. I still have work to do, but know I can continue even after the injections. I will have 3 weeks of eating more of the good foods I have been eating. Can't wait to see where I end up by my birthday (9-14). Hopefully more new clothes will be needed. I promise to keep up on these next few weeks! Have a good one!

Day 33

I am tired...But the good news is that I was 261.5 this morning!! Yes! Work was long and I worked hard. And I can do it all over again tonight. I forgot to mention the other day that I went swimming and when I put on my swimsuit I was blown away. I can't believe how good I already look. Of course I keep saying that, but it was AWESOME! Thank you body for working hard to make me look so dang cute! I can't wait to get some new jeans and a couple of new skirts &/or dresses too. Life couldn't be better!! Well I could be eating a big, juicy cheeseburger, but that's a whole other thing. :)

Day 32

262.5!!! That is awesome! Almost in the 50's!! I am so glad that I have been able to get right back up after falling over the weekend. Here it is Friday again and I will be working at Denny's tonight. I hope it's busy & I am running around so I can lose a lot over the weekend. I am looking forward to August because I will be done with the 5oo calories on the 18th! Then I get to start the 3 week phase of eating more protein and a few dairy products. Plus a little more of what I have been eating. I am planning to be strict with it so I can continue to lose. Life is great and getting busy!

Day 31

What is my problem...it was so hard yesterday to stick with 500 calories. I didn't really eat anything bad, just more chicken and a couple of crackers. My husband wasn't feeling well so I was watching TV by myself and I think I just let the food win me over. It is a lot easier when he's around because he reminds me to stick with it. Today I was 264 again. I really want this to work. I want to lose at least 15 more pounds...if not more. I will be really busy this weekend working at Denny's which usually helps me lose more than a pound a day. I hope that I can get past this slump and stick with it. This has been such a blessing and I love how I look and feel. I know it's only 2 1/2 more weeks. I can so do this! Be Good!!

Day 30

264!!! WAHOO! I am so glad to be back on track. When I was measured yesterday I found out that I have lost 2 inches in my bust, 4 inches in my waist, and 2 inches in my hips!! Another bonus...Plus he said that the last 10 days make a big difference. I still have about 19 more days, so we'll see if it works. I love how I look and feel. Way to go me!

Day 29

Okay...the apple day got me down to 265.5. Which is where I was before my family came to town and I lost all control and ate a lot of naughty things. I am back on track. I am having a follow up Dr. appointment today. Can't wait to get measured and see just where my body has melted. Plus it's the scale that I was initially weighed on. Seems silly, but I am so excited! This process has been life changing and I can't wait to see how it finishes. Plus at the visit today I get some info on the 3 week diet that I start when my injections are over. Can't wait to eat cheese!! What I discovered over the weekend was that I haven't lost my appetite, but that I need to learn to eat only when I am really hungry and to eat smaller portions. Genius!

Day 28

Okay...after being sick all night from all the bad things I ate at Applebee's, I am 267 today. I am doing an Apple Day today to hopefully get me back on track. I work tonight at Denny's and all the running around there always helps me lose too. By tomorrow I will be back on track and ready to face the last few weeks. I know that I will still be able to lose at least 40 lbs. Probably more :). Can't wait till tomorrow...

Day 27

UGH! I will definitely need an apple day...269.5...up 4! I was so naughty at the shower and then at Lonestar Steakhouse where we ate a late dinner. I had some delicious treats at the shower...which I brought from Target. Plus Sarah, my sister, had a yummy blue cheese salad at dinner. That was all Saturday. Today (Sunday) I was good all day until we went to Applebees. I PIGGED out! We'll see what happens tomorrow.

Day 26

Okay so I am posting a few days later because I have been busy with my family. I am going to be totally truthful and post the numbers as they appeared on the scale...Today (Saturday) was 265.5. Half pound more than yesterday. Not too bad considereing we ate chinese food in Park City on Friday and it was my day off the shot. Of course the shower is today and we'll see how well I do.

Day 25

Me, in my new outfit, and Madison at the Gateway

265...that's right...265! Another 1.5 down. I went yesterday and got a new summer outfit. Thanks Target! I am a shirt size smaller, but my bottom is still the same. Plus I haven't worn shorts for at least 5 years! I still need to focus on my middle and get that smaller. The shorts are loose so that's encouraging. Today I get to spend the day with my brothers and sisters. We don't all live by each other so I am really excited. Of course my only worry is that we will be spending the day in Park City and there are so many yummy things to eat. I know I can do it!

Day 24

YAHOO...266.5! I am loving this! I know that sticking to the right amount of food even when I don't want to is getting me the results I want. I am feeling so good. I can't wait to go and get some new clothes and have them be a smaller size. Here's to success!!

Day 23

July 15th

July 23rd

Okay so I am posting the most recent picture a day late, but this is after 22 days. I have lost 24 lbs as of this morning. Today I am 268!!! Back to the 60's. I am so excited! I am trying really hard to stick to the right amount of food and not eat the wrong things. It is so great to feel so good. My adorable husband loves hugging me. He has been so supportive thru the whole thing. I know I am doing so much good by losing the weight. Plus our chances of having baby #3 are greatly increased with my weight going down. I know tomorrow will bring me closer to my goal!! Till then...

Day 22

What the HECK!!! I am up 2 pounds today...270...again! Not good. Okay here are the things that may have played a part. I used the wrong powder foundation on my face, ate a little too much chicken, am having trouble drinking all that water, and I had a couple of shots of Diet Coke at work last night. It was another cruddy night at Denny's. Maybe I don't need this job as much as I thought I did. Stress...not wanted. Now I know I have to be super good for the next few days. Of course it's the week my cute sister and her husband are visiting from CA for her baby shower. And I have to bring dessert! I will stay strong and continue to lose everyday!! Maybe they won't mind cauliflower for dessert... :)

Day 21

I can't believe how crappy my night at Denny's was...UGH! I didn't get a break so I didn't eat dinner. My weight today was 268! Yes, 2 pounds down! I am sure that is from all the running around I did. My clothes are definitely fitting better, but I haven't seen a significant change yet. I can't wait to get into a smaller size and buy a couple new things. Especially jeans!

Day 20

270 today!! I am so glad it keeps getting smaller. Plus I am almost into the 60's!!! WAHOO!! Can't wait to see the # tomorrow...

Day 19

This morning the scale was acting a little crazy, but I think I am 271...which is 1 less than yesterday. Hooray! I was pretty good at the BBQ last night. I had a few bites of the grilled chicken that I put in the pasta salad I brought and it had mayo in it. I promise that won't happen again. I have my HCG again so I will do an injection today. It makes it seem a little easier. Hopefully I'll have a good night at Denny's. I am tired, but oh well...work goes on.

Day 18

272!!! That's another 2 from yesterday. AMAZING!! I went and sat in the spa last night so maybe that's what helped. I also was really good about what I ate. Who knows what does it for sure, but you can't deny that the HCG is doing its job! A dumb thing I did yesterday was leave my HCG at work . So no shot today...UGH! I know it is suppose to stay in the system for a few days so it better help me lose today. I'll be more careful today about what I eat today...Of course there is a church BBQ tonight so temptations will run high. Oh well, I'm pretty good at resisting...so far. Stay strong self...it is so worth it!!

Day 17

YES!!! Down a pound today...274! This is the best! I am so glad I was good yesterday and back on track. I even managed to remember to bring a lunch to work today. Salad...which I love, but really miss the dressing. I love 1000 Island! For now lemon is the perfect dressing. I love talking to people about this program because I am living proof that it works. It is great to share something that could change someone else's life too. I can't to go shopping for new clothes. Especially a new swim suit!! Happy Thursday!

Day 16

Okay, so I'm a little worried...I was 275 again this morning. I have to admit that I was a little naughty last night and ate more dinner than I should have. Although the PA, Jeff, said that while I am on my period and not doing the HCG injection I could eat 750 calories. I don't think I ate quite that many, but I don't want to get stuck at the same weight. I am being really good today and hope that will bring me back down. I also found out that I have been eating the wrong # of crackers (see previous post). Oops...it said 4, but that was really 2 broken in half like a graham cracker. I was still losing weight before so I am sure I'll survive and eat the proper amount now. I did give myself an injection today. I went 2 days without and ended up at the same weight. The HCG should burn the calories I need to lose a pound today. Better luck tomorrow!

Day 15 Picture

July 1st
July 15th

So it is Tuesday again and I thought I'd post another picture. I am putting both the 1st day and today to show the difference. Hopefully you can see the results so far. Not too shabby...

Day 15

Yes!!

I am 2.5 lbs lighter this morning! 275! The apple day worked and it wasn't even that bad. I am so relieved. I am looking forward to being back on track. Well...except that I started my period yesterday and that means 3 days of no shot. Will I still be able to eat only 500 calories and not starve? I am confident I can! Cheers!!! By the way, I have found the most delicious crackers while on this program...Red Oval Farms Stoned Wheat Thins. Yummo!

Day 14...Apple Day!

Okay, so I was 277.5 again today. I guess I'd better do an Apple Day. Which means that all I will eat today is 5 apples and drink only a little bit of water. They did say you will hit some periods where the weight doesn't change. Great, thanks body. Don't stress me out. I am being really good and sticking to the 500 calories. I am definitely missing certain foods, but don't want to slow down the loss by eating too much. I know eventually I'll be able to eat more and feel great! I can't wait for a big steak smothered with onions and cheese...mmmm. I know I'll have a smaller # tomorrow!

P.S. While I'm at work today, Dr. Bond lets me know that on Saturday when he adjusted my back he put some Winterfreeze (Mother Nature's First Aid in a Jar) on it. It is made with olive oil...which is a big no-no on the HCG program. It is absorbed through the skin. He said that is probably a big part of my weight staying the same. UGH! :)

Day 13

Sunday, sunday...Today I was 277.5 which is the same as yesterday. That hasn't happened yet, but I am not going to panic...yet...I can always have an "Apple Day" if it's not down tomorrow. I am still very tired. I suppose that doesn't help because my defenses are down and I just can't drink 2 quarts of water. Ugh...I can't believe it's been almost 2 weeks since I started. I am feeling really good about it all so far. Tomorrow I will post a total of how much I have lost in the last 14 days.

Day 12

(my cute 3 year old)

Holy Cow...I love that my weight today was 277.5! I really hope my scale is accurate. I guess as long as I keep using the same one it should be the right #. I am so tired today...not because of the diet, but I worked 8.5 hrs non stop at Denny's last night and got home at 4 am. I then had to be up at 7 am to get to Dr. Bond's to work...Yikes...Please let me get a nap today!

Day 11

Today I stepped on the scale and 279.5 was the # that blinked at me! Yes! I am down in the 70's! That is awesome for me...it has been awhile since I've been that light. Which is still heavy, but it means I am making progress. I am feeling a little down today because my beautiful sister-in-law, Darlene, is threating to be mad at me when I lose weight and am thinner than she is. She is such a sweetheart and I don't want to make her feel bad...Dar, I love ya! I am doing this for me and not to make anyone feel bad. So please, don't feel bad. Anyone can do this or other weight loss programs and lose weight. I am very blessed to be working for Dr. Bond and get a really good deal on the program. Well, tonight I am working at Denny's so wish me luck...Everything always looks so good.

Day 10

Okay not a ton down today, but 281 ain't bad! I had to figure out a creative lunch at work. Which meant heading to the store to buy all the ingredients for a chicken salad. I even had to buy a knife, bowls, and plastic utensils. $20 for lunch! Although I did get several things that I can use again. I just need to plan ahead. Glad to also find out that I can chew gum...eating lots of raw red onion does not make for lovely breath. Sorry if I have offended...Tomorrow is another day!

Day 9

I really love getting on the scale every morning and seeing the # a little less than the day before. Today it said 281.5! I love it! The things I decided I really miss right now are beef and cheese. Not necessarily together, but I am craving a big juicy hamburger patty topped with cheese and bacon. Then for dessert...a big pile of scrambled eggs topped with cheese and a side of hashbrowns smothered in cheese! I know I am a freak! I am being really good and have not cheated and eaten anything other than the approved foods. It gets hard at night when I'm just relaxing with the T.V. and a million commercials come on for every food place in town. Stop harrassing me Carl's Jr. I would love to drive thru and satisfy my craving for a Western Bacon Cheeseburger , but I can't! And right now I don't really want you! I want to be a sexy, healthy size 16! Maybe for Christmas...Tomorrow the # on the scale will reassure me that I have made the right choice to ignore your come hither call. Until then...

Day 8

Today my weight was 283. It hurt a little giving the injection...I'm thinking I forgot after 1 day of not doing it. That's okay...I remembered and I am glad to have the hang of it. I will post a picture a little later...hopefully you can see it in my face like I can. Still can't believe it!

Day 7

Today was the first day without an injection. Weight today...284.5! That's a pound and a half...Bring it on! My arms and legs already feel thinner and my skin looks good, considering I haven't used my usual Mary Kay products to take care of my face. I am sure all the water I have been drinking helps. I want to cut my hair to make a little change, but don't know if I should wait until I loose more weight. I am figuring that because of all the different scales I have lost 8-10 lbs. That's in 1 week! I think also I'll post a picture each Tuesday just to see the results. Can't wait til then...

Day 6

YES!! This is so awesome! I can feel my body changing and I LOVE it! Today I weighed 286! Down another 3...Crazy! I am loving the foods I can eat and knowing that I am doing such a good thing for my health. I want to be around for a long time! I have decided that rather than focusing on a certain weight I really want to be a size 16/18 again. Which looking back at where I have been weight wise before is totally doable on this program. I want to be where I was when Mark and I got married. I was still a little over 200 lbs, but loved my body. I can't wait to get some new clothes!! Lane Bryant here I come!

Day 5

I am so excited! I decided to get a new scale just to make sure the #'s were consistent. Weight was 289...that's 3 down from yesterday. I feel great and it was really easy to stick to 500 calories. I was never hungry and had lots of energy. I had a busy night at work and can't wait to see how much I end up losing. Of course this is only Day 5!

Day 4...1st day on 500 calories

I am playing catch up, but here are the numbers for Day 4...the first day on 500 calories. Weight today was 292. I did feel hungry and had a long night working at Denny's which was very hard with all that food. The numbers keep coming down so I know it's worth it.

Day 3...last day to PIG out!

I weighed first thing this morning and the scale said 292...which leads me to believe that I need a new scale. It is probably 15 years old and I can't imagine with all that I ate yesterday that I lost 6 lbs. I will have to make a stop at Target on my way home. Injection was no problem at work. I look forward to my last big meal and cake and ice cream tonight at the family shindig to watch the fireworks at Aunt Mary's. Wish me luck and I can't wait to shrink over the weekend!

Day 2

Okay...Day 2...I realize that all scales are going to be different so at home on the scale I've got my weight today is...298. Which doesn't really bother me because as long as the number starts getting smaller I'll know it's working. The 2nd injection was easy breezy. I don't think I'll have a problem with them. I am still in the 3 day gorge phase. Oh, hopefully anyone reading this went to the website and read all about what I'll be doing. The quick version is that I will have 40 injections of the hcg hormone...6 on, 1 off... The first 3 days are called the Gorge period. Eat as much as possible to set my body up for the 500 calories a day I will be eating until it's over. Can't wait...I should lose a pound a day! Happy Wednesday!

Day 1

Before...
I am late at getting this posted, but I started the program yesterday. I had a quick physical and then had to give myself the first injection. Hold it like a dart and go for it...yeah, right...I was nervous to stab my leg so it took a couple of times before it went in. After the initial shock it was easy and I didn't feel it at all. Hopefully it all turns out so simple. My starting weight (on the scale at the dr's office) was 294.7. Huge, I know! Can't wait to be much less than that, but all in due time. Also, the dr. taking the picture didn't really give me warning so I look a little crazy...oh well! More to come on Day 2...

It will all start Tuesday...

On Tuesday, 7-1-08, I will begin to change my life. I will start a new "diet" using hcg homone injections for 40 days. Find out more about the program here. I am going to use this blog as a daily journal of the weight loss with before and after pictures. I should start losing about a pound a day!!! I am so excited!! Probably no one will read this, but I know it will help me make it through and change my life forever! Come on Tuesday...