Hello Family and friends, I must say I am enjoying this challenge. My energy is really great, even though me and all my kids have been super sick. I have been eating like lama-squirrel. I say this cause I assume they eat lots of fruits and veggies and nuts:) Its amazing to me how when I start taking great care of myself everything in my life gets better. My house is cleaner, I plan a healthy menu, I am way happier, my depression becomes very mild, I spend less money. I put God first in my days with scripture study and prayer. I am greatful for this challenge, and the support we all give each other. I need you guys. I need a great support system to succeed. This past week has also been hard. mostly becacuse I have been afraid. Afraid of all of satans lies that I might fail. The truth is I know I will fail, (keep reading, don't freak out.) I know I will "fail" or "mess up". Its part of Heavenly Fathers plan. But knowing that I will mess up sometimes allows me the freedom from having to be perfect right now. It allows me the abitily to know that my best efforts arn'et just good enough, they are great. All of you should read President Uchtdorfs talk in the Jan ensign called, "The Best Time to Plant a Tree." He talks a lot about the concept above. We will fail, we will mess up, and that's ok. Because we have the agency to let our mistakes empower us to work harder, seek more of the Lords guidance, and reach our goals. I am greatful for a loving Heavenly Father who will take me back and help me take care of my body and release this weight and let it be gone for good as many times as I am willing to try.........wow that was a long sentence. Anyhew I am in a good place, I know he will help me accomplish my goals. My goal is to loose 10 lbs a month. My Starting weight is 270.4. I have never been this big, but that's ok, because I am ready to change for good. That number represents a lot of neglected Jessica. Im putting myself first, so I can be the woman I was born to be.
Wow Jess. That is powerful. I'll read the talk- thanks for sharing it and all of your thoughts and feelings.
ReplyDeleteIt is powerful knowing that each time I give up a sweet little treat, I'm doing it with a team behind me, supporting me, cheering me on.
Keep it up!
That is awesome Jess. I feel tons of energy as well and it is so fun doing this with everyone. My only worry now is that mom and dad can figure out how to post on this blog.
ReplyDeleteHey I resemble that statement. :(
DeleteYou guys are so fuuny and sweet! I can't wait til you come visit;)))
ReplyDeleteI am having the same ripple effect. Somehow by taking conscious charge of making healthy food choices and getting in exercise and scripture study makes me feel more control in other areas as well. My new goal is to sew at least 1 hour a day. Trying for 1-2 pm. daily. :)
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