Diets - Not for the Faint at Heart

It took awhile.... 

No still haven't done the gut cleansing. Had to get approval with my medications first. Make sure there isn't going to be any conflict.

I spent the first month or so, just to get the weight stabilized. Stop it from going up👏. I was gaining at an incredible rate. Plus, I had to find foods I would eat and give up so many things I enjoyed eating. 

It's hard to cook for ONE. I don't like leftovers and I don't like wasting food, so there were challenges to overcome. I have found that "Healthy Choice" frozen entrees are made from real food, not artificial ingredients and they are pretty tasty. Portions are about right for the diet requirements so there is no ''over eating". Nutrition wise they have the protein requirements and low on calories too. 

Smoothies are the main course of the diet. Protein drink {1 cup} Greek yogurt {Vanilla, 1/2 cup} and frozen fruit {1 cup} blended together. Breakfast, lunch and if there is a need for something after dinner. 1 actual meal for dinner. {Healthy Choice entree}. Down to just 2 cups of coffee in the morning, plenty of ice water all day.

We've actually lost a few pounds consistently!!! Oh, and I bought a new scale that is far more accurate. I can be true to myself now. 5 pounds don't sound like much but it's a loss rather than a gain so it's a victory!! 

Getting in shape is part of the process ~Exercise is still a work in progress; I was given a series of 30 different activities and so far I've only found about 5 of them that doesn't affect the issues with my lower back. Adventures with the dogs has become more of a steady method of exercise. . 

However, the trip to the beach the other day required an uphill climb to get back to the Jeep and thankfully I had an inhaler there. I almost didn't make it. Turns out my oxygen numbers are down in the low 90's. My left lung isn't running at full capacity, so I have to be careful in the future and stick to level ground for our walks.

I don't want to end up back on the oxygen machines. Remember I was 41 when the doctor said I'd be on oxygen the rest of my life and my lung only had 5-10 years tops. At 62 I feel I've proven that doctors can be wrong and I aim to make it further than we are so far!.😊 Just got to remember the limitations.

Blessed by God

Life's a breathe of fresh air @ the Bright Side of the Barn

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Until next time, Stay Safe and Happy Trails 

Welcome October

The weather changed instantly, fall is here! The leaves are starting to change color and will begin to fall any day now. It's the messy season. Rain will come more frequently now; the mud is starting to form.

It's the time of year to curl up with a good book or movie in front of a warm fire {if you are lucky enough to have a fireplace} A time to be grateful to be indoors not stuck out in the weather. Nobody should have to suffer out there in the winter time.

We haven't accomplished much in the line of weight loss however we have accomplished any further 'gain'. So I guess that is a plus. My disability is transforming over with Social Security the stress is now behind us, that helps with the weight as well. A steady income on a specific date will help me with the anxiety quite a bit. Which in turn helps me stay focused on the dieting.

I almost had a place closer to home for my horse, however too much pasture isn't good for her, so I am still looking for something closer to home. Her diet has to be consistent, and it hasn't been which is causing her tummy issues. That's bothering me quite a bit. She's my world and I hate it when she suffers. I'd like to get her closer and find a place with trails nearby. We only have a few good years of riding left and she enjoys exploring as much as I do. 

Things are finally falling into place in a lot of ways. Just waiting for Tim to get settled so I can get his stuff moved out of the spare room. {it's cheaper than a storage and many things can't be out in the cold without getting ruined} I'd love to get my work room set up. Cleo his cat misses him terribly. She doesn't mind staying with me, but it's not the same. She connected with Tim years ago and as she's aging, I'd hate for her final years to be lonely. Not that I wish his mom to pass away, but I do wish they would get her settled into senior housing so he could get back to getting his own life in order. I'd like to finish getting my life on track.

Hard to believe it's October already. Not sure about the upcoming holidays. I spent my birthday alone I suspect I'll be spending Thanksgiving and Christmas alone as well. I'm not planning to dig out the decorations this year. Seems pointless. I'm hoping to avoid the depression and memory flashes that get me down every year. We shall see. 

Lot's to do today been busy organizing and need to get the 'to do' list done. Time flys when your busy!! 

Blessed by God

Life's busy @ the Bright Side of the Barn

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Until next time, Stay Safe and Happy Trails.