Thanksgiving

Getting through Thanksgiving was easier than I thought! We got up did what we normally do and than went out for a 2 hr hike. We went to 1000 acres in Troutdale. It was nice there were only 3 other people out there. We have never done this hike before. Heck we never have hiked before until last week. It was pooring but that didn't stop us! It was worth it at the end. We had a beautiful view of the columbia river.

After we dryed out we had dinner. We had our 5oz of ham, 1/2 cup of green beans and 1/2 cup of brocolli and aspragus. Think about what you ate for thanksgiving. I am sure what we had was on your table too. I felt great! This is our new tradition. Go for a hike than eat a healthy meal and not be left with that feeling we all hate.

Our next chanlenge is all of the holiday parties we have to attend. They are always filled with sweets and drinks. As of today I know of three events we are attending. On top of it Jason and I celebrate our 1 year wedding anniversary on 12-12. I would love to have a glass of wine at dinner but I know its not worth it. Things will be tough this month but I KNOW I can do it! That attuide is a new one for me... I was always Mrs. negative. It feels great to be positive and do positive things with my life!

The best part about this week was black friday. This has always been a tradition in our family. This year was different. The last stop I made was just for me. I went jean shopping! I was told by my boss that my jeans were looking really baggy and it was time to downsize! I made this my last stop because shopping for me has always been a depressing thing to do. Things never fit! It would ruin my day. Trust me I wasn't pleasent to be around. I was nervous to go. I grabbed the next size down from the ones I had on (size24). Up they went and I buttoned them with no problem. So then I grabbed the next size down a size 22. No problem! They fit! I went from a size 26 to a size 22! I was on cloud nine : )  I figured I lost the 24.3 lbs all in my butt. Cuz these ones aren't staying up all that well either. I wish I would have lost some more inches in my belly then I could fit into the other pair I bought. Yep I bought 3 pairs! size 22, 18, and my favorite size 16w. I plan on wearing those out on my birthday in March! I have them out so I can see them everyday. So for all the women who are like me and hate jean shopping keep in mind there can be a day you will leave the store happy, proud and exited!

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One month

Ahhh life is good! I lost another 6.5lbs this week! That is a total of 24.3 lbs in 27 days! Jason and I decided to go out dinner. I wasn't sure if I was going to be able to go out. Jason has had lunch meeting and done just fine. It had been 25 days since I last went out. Don't get me wrong I wanted to go but I was thinking what if it's not worth it. I knew I was going to be upset if I got there and didn't like what I was having. It would have been wasted money and a "real meal." We decided to go to Changs mongronan grill. This way we could make sure it was no one elses fault but our own if we had a set back. I am proud to say I DID IT! I was able to go to my faviorte restrant and eat. I was honestly on the verg of a panic attack in the parking lot. Thankful Jace was there. It's nice having someone there to help and hold you accountable. Thats why its important to keep conected with your health coach too.




I am not nervose at all about Turkey day. I know there will be lots of yummy food but I have no disare to dig in and be left with that over stuffed tired feeling. Heck I used to feel that way after every meal. I love traditions and this year we are making a new one. We are going hiking! I am thankul for what my life is becoming! I want to celerbrate it by doing something I now enjoy and can do!



I will make sure to blog about our hike and post our one month pics later this week!


PS. I will edit later.





May all of you have a healthy Happy Thanksgiving!



Cheers!