Moving Forward

Good Morning Friends, 

I am back into weight loss mode. For several months that mindset alluded me. I was so excited to have reached my first goal that I relaxed and "enjoyed the view".  However, something in my mind shifted this last weekend. I knew it was time to lose those last 30+ pounds and I dont want them finding me again. I gain weight easily so I must stay vigilant in my nutrition. Its hard bc I LOVE food. Did you ever watch "Friends"? I love food like Joey did but I will share!!

Auggie is doing well. He still pulls on the leash but we are planning to get him a harness to help deter him plus I am working with him on the focus command. The key is to distract him from whatever it is that has grabbed his attention. He is doing ok with it. It's just going to take time and consistency. Here is a pic of Auggie just bc he is so cute

Until next week

Keena

Enjoying the "View"

Good Morning, 

I just wanted to share that I am in a pause right now concerning my weight loss. What I mean by that is I'm enjoying where I am at in this journey. I am maintaining the loss and I am not regaining the weight. I am staying under 200 pounds. I am ok with that for now. I'm focusing on healthier choices and better mindset. This is a lifelong process and I'm learning a lot.  I've gained so much the last several months. I've gained confidence, higher self esteem,  a new outlook on life and more. If you are interested about my journey, please reach out to me.

Health Journey

 Just a quick update on my health journey. I was at my highest weight in January 2021. My depression was at an all time high and I was miserable. I knew I need a change. We had just adopted a dog(will share that story another day). Bc we live in a condo, I had to take him out when he needed to go potty. Since we had not yet established a routine, it was several times a day. I did manage to lose 30lbs. Thank you Auggie the Doggie. But, I was stuck. I needed accountability and support. Long story short, I begin seeing some of my friends lose massive amounts of weight and proclaiming how well they felt. So i questioned their methods. They introduced me to a health program called Optavia. I hesitated for awhile but then took the plunge. From October 1 2021 to January 17th 2022 I lost an additional 50lbs.  I am still not at goal but for the 1st time in decades I am under #200lbs. I decided to journal and blog my journey to keep me accountable AND to tell you there is hope. I still have bad days and i succumb to temptation but I am learning healthier habits and i am changing my mindset about food. Come join the ride!

BEFORE 

                                   AFTER

Summer Update

Good Morning,
I wish I had exciting news about my weight loss but I dont. June and July I have been off my game. In June I thought I hurt my knee but its just arthritis then we took a vacation. Then in July my hubby had a health scare. Thank God everything is fine but it was scarey for about a week and quite expensive. Then on 7/11 our a/c went out. Long complicated story but it was out for 3 LONG WEEKS. God did teach me and change me during that time. He used that situation to squeeze some ugliness out and He soften my heart even more for the less fortunate. So to say the least there has been no weight loss. I keep losing and gaining the same 5lbs. I really covet your prayers, encouragement, and support. I still have a long way to go and this summer I have lost my passion. My arthritis is flaring up and I hurt all over.

Love to all
Keena