Joanna - 1-29-10

Ok - I've struggled so far today with being positive. I wasn't thrilled with my results and I need to do the same thing and remember that it does take time. I read a quote by Thomas Paine today that said,

"That which we obtain too cheaply we esteem too lightly." --Thomas Paine

This is hard and that's because it's worth it. If we work hard at it we will be even more grateful for it later in life as we're able to share it with others.

But I am realizing that my accomplishments are both physical, mental, spiritual, and emotional. Truthfully the results I've had mentally this month far out-weigh the physical results. I was at an UGLY place before starting this and though I'm not at 100% of where I want to be mentally and emotionally - I can't believe how far I've come in just 4 weeks. My self talk, my attitude, my optimism and hope for something better, my desire to help others feel good too - I feel like that is where my triumph has been.

Today's food:

1. cottage cheese & yogurt
2. carrots and protein shake
3. tuna with veggies and bagel
4. protein bar
5. soup and roll, green salad
6. ?

I think this past week I haven't been great at following through with what I planned to eat. I don't eat crap, but a lot of times I skip meals, or even replace with a healthy alternative (but not as healthy as I COULD be eating.) I also haven't been great about including enough veggies in my diet this last week.

I'll see you all tomorrow morning. Thanks ladies for being a part of this journey - you are all AMAZING!!!!!