Tuesday, March 8, 2011

day 15: 6 week shape up>>Check in Tuesday



Today's the day....2 weeks! Can you believe it? 2 weeks into it...we are on the wagon...
full speed ahead.
feeling good.
feeling strong.
working at difficult things...
we are doing it!!!

I love the way it feels to do something that is really difficult...to do something that makes you better than you were the day before. or the week before.

I feel so empowered! Don't you?

I've LOVED hearing your stories & journeys! Many of you are participating *silently* & that's OK! The whole point is: JUST DO IT!

So, I'll be bold again...*yea, this is scary to shout this out to the world*..but, I was 3 inches down today. Weight is the same, but the inches are coming off. So, I'm happy because I"m getting stronger inside & out! Love it!

Ok, so what if you have fallen off the wagon? My answer to you is: jump back on! Our hands are always outstretched! You are OK. do NOT self sabotage, by telling yourself that it's too late. YOu can't get back on...no! that's not true! YOu CAN jump back on!

Look for the SUN. the Silver Lining. it's always there. 
always.


I have been LOVING suns lately, as they represent the way I've been feeling. 
It started with Meloldy's Soul REstoration Class (& is now continuing into Christy's She Art class. )
Mel's class really spoke to my soul
I mean, REALLY. 
She has a wonderful way of sharing the way art heals...& is so therapeutic. I realized I'd been feeling a lot of things lately...well. for quite a while. & I needed to do something about it. I was feeling like my life was getting out of control. I was letting many VERY important things slide. I had to change things.
As I went through the classes in Soul Restoration, I started feeling like I could change. I was brave. It would be very difficult, but I knew I could do it. 
I started feeling the warmth of change. 
 like the sun. 
the life. 
the light started coming back. 
...the truths were speaking to me...
& when I started doing very difficult things to change...I started *am still starting* to feel more in control of the things that I can control. *obviously, I can't control a lot of things in my life...but the things I CAN control, I needed to change. & couldn't put it off any longer.

....hence the SUNS that I've been painting, cutting, mixing & creating. I love suns.
they represent happiness in change.

so, if you are feeling like you are in the dark. or you can't feel the light. or you can't change...it's too difficult.
don't worry...

here comes the sun. & it's all right.

don't be too rough on yourself....jump back in the game & take one day at a time.
one choice at a time.
dare to change the things you need to.
if you don't do it now~ when?
make it your best day. today.

Monday, March 7, 2011

day 14: 6 week shape up


This is how I'm feeling now. 
growing. 
stretching. 
doing things that are difficult, but feeling very empowered!

*weekend was good.
*today is busy...dinner for 50 at my house in 6 hours. so much to do!
*tomorrow is our Check In Tuesday...how are YOU doing? 

*remember: even if it wasn't a perfect week...you are growing. key word, ok? do NOT be hard on yourself! embrace your accomplishments! 

Monday hugs....

Friday, March 4, 2011

Days 11-13: 6 week shape up



It's the weekend....
be good. 
be happy. 
be your best self. 
and...don't forget to 
be awesome!

You will love that you were your best self & can check in on Tuesday, head held high. Remember, if I can go 11 days w/o sugar...anyone. can. do. anything. :)
it's getting easier!

&....loved reading everyone's comments....
congrats to: REBECCA 
You won the $55 GC towards a globe of your choice! Please email me HERE & I'll get you the info!

Have a fantastic weekend, everyone! smoooooooches!

Wednesday, March 2, 2011

day 9 & 10: 6 week shape up...& a GiveaWay!


Feelin' great today. great workouts. great, healthy food....feelin' fantastic, in fact!  Thanks for all of your shout outs for Check In Tuesday! Sounds like you are all on FIRE! WTG!

LOVED this quote when I read it....the world DOES need people who have come alive! & I feel alive with all of this focus on getting healthy. I feel like I can do anything...with the world in my hands! Don't you?

Yesterday was so Spring*y, I loved it. Birds chirping. Sun shining. It was glorious! So, I got to cleaning my studio. I haven't re-done a few things in it for a while & am in desperate need of some new office furniture. I am looking at some really comfy chairs...I need one so badly! For all the time I spend at the computer, you'd think I'd have a super comfy one...but, alas, I don't. And it's time.
So, as I was perusing the office furniture, of course, I started thinking of a new 'decor' theme...and..I've been so obsessed with globes for a while now..and got caught up for about an HOUR looking at globes & all the fun things I can do with the woRld in my hands!










So...today....
I thought I'd give 
One of YOU a chance to win a $55 gift certificate to THIS Globe store!
What will YOU do with the world in your hands?
tell me & I'll share the winner on Friday!

p.s. NO House of 3 web show tonight...but, next week SOIREE time!

Tuesday, March 1, 2011

day 8: 6 week shape up...



 I can't believe how difficult this past week has been on the 6 week shape up! Going off sugar & all sugar substitutes (natural & artificial) has been devastating to me. 

I love.
love. 
loveD 
sugar!
*smile*

Yes, it's been a struggle.  But, I'm trusting my struggle. I am hoping that by our next 'check in Tuesday' that I will be able to happily declare that I'm OK w/o sugar, or any of it's ugly stepsisters!


I've had many questions on what I eat? (like you've said: w/o sugar or gluten...what else is there? LOL)
I've been 'eating clean'. And I really focus on veggies, lean protein, eggs, greek yogurt (the only dairy I'm eating) & some fruit. 

breakfast:
1/2 c. greek yogurt
1 c. mixed berries.
1/2 c. raw almonds

snack:
1/2 sliced cucumber
hard boiled egg

lunch:
salad w/ greens LOTS
hard boiled egg
1/4 avacado
lemon juice/olive oil dressing

snack:
1 apple

dinner:
3 oz. salmon (lemon juice, cayenne pepper, olive oil)
steamed spinach
steamed asparagus


so< I DO get to eat a lot of yummies. I don't feel hungry, that's for sure. But, everything I'm putting into my mouth has high nutritional value as opposed to the empty nutrients I was eating before: diet sodas & candy...the WORST. 

How are YOU doing today? 
check in. 
Let me know how it's going. 
If you want to be brave & tell me inches lost. or pounds lost. share!!! 

as for me...I'll be brave & tell you that I lost 4 lbs & 4 inches! 
Yes, I know, most likely water weight *grin* but I am happy with that! 

All of that struggling did have a little silver lining!
sooo happy! I feel healthier already! 
...excited to watch Biggest Loser tonight..it motivates me so much!
happy Tuesday! &...tomorrow I have a fun giveaway so come on back!
Happy March!
P.s. loving the She Art Workshop...who's playing?

Monday, February 28, 2011

day 7: 6 week shape up...


Feelin' a little better. Got through the weekend, which makes me feel a LOT more confident that I can do this 'no sugar' thing! *whew* I have been cranky, got a cold sore (no doubt from the stress) & it's been difficult, but this quote has helped me:

"nothing tastes as good as HEALTHY feels".

*yes,  I know the original quote says skinny, but that's not my goal. Healthy is my goal.*

and, I do believe we can all do this.
So, here's a little journaling card where you can either print, use on your blog (proper credit is appreciated) or just look at for your enjoyment! *grin*
But, I challenge you to take a minute to write down your goals, feelings, whatever you need when you are feeling weak. USE THIS TO HELP BRING IT ALL BACK IN PERSPECTIVE!
& it's Monday...I say Bring It!

check in day tomorrow: I'd love to hear from everyone that's committed...comment to let me know HOW you are doing! weigh in; measurements...OK to leave personal, but remember: it;s good be accountable for our actions! That is the ONLY way we can achieve our goals!


Friday, February 25, 2011

day 4-6: 6 week shape up...


I'm not gonna lie. 
I woke up this morning...VERY cranky.
head hurt. wanted sugar.
weird, huh?
AND..
to top it off...it had snowed a TON last night...
ugh.
NOT my fave when I have to drive 40 min. to the doctor's office.

but...
I perservered.
I talked to my dr. about my *accute sugar problem* & he gave me something.
natural. & hoping it will help curb these cravings & the whole detox process.
I'll let you know how it goes.

in the mean time....we have a weekend in front of us. which can be good. and bad.
do NOT * I repeat* do NOT fall off the wagon.
I won't. if you won't. deal?
hugs & WE CAN DO THIS!
be strong.

p.s. thanks, Graphics Fairy!