Tomorrow

Is the first day of Fall.

Those of you doing this challenge, don't forget that it begins tomorrow and that you need to note your starting weight, somewhere. I am going to put mine in my title line. :D

I didn't realise it when I set this up, but the first day of Fall and my weigh in day fall on the same day. How funny is that? :D

I have had a busy, productive day today. I got all of my housework done, today was floor mopping day. Yay! Soooo much fun. *rolling my eyes* I also finished painting and applying decals and clear coating my hairstick. I'm pretty happy with how it turned out.

My cat is staring at me. Sometimes that little orange fool kinda freaks me out... KWIM? lol

All this wind and no rain. Man, if a tropical depression is going to blow over, you would think that we would at least get some rain from the damned thing.

I really don't have much more to yap about, right now. I just wanted to pop in and remind all challengers that I Refuse to Blow It begins tomorrow.

Kthnaxbai.

I am Challenging All of You!!!

As we all know, the Holidays are swiftly approaching. And we all know what that can mean...

Weight gain. Anywhere from 5 to 15 pounds. Or more...

Yikes!

From the beginning of the Fall cool down to the first of the year, we feel the need to stock up. To bulk up. To nom on comfort foods. Thick, rich stews, roasts, hot, yeasty breads, saucy casseroles, apple pie. Then there are the treats that we associate with  all of the various holidays and special occasions and parties that abound this time of year.

Well, I believe that we don't have to travel down that ruinous road. We can chose better! We can continue to lose our weight as we navigate the Season. Parties? Pshaw! We can eat a healthy meal before we arrive, sip diet soda or mineral water and snack on the veggie platter. Thanksgiving? Thank goodness we know how to cook turkey the smart way, can prepare healthy, delicious sides that work in our plan and make our spirits and our families happy.

Christmas and Hanukkah are mine fields of parties and eight day long celebrations. Fruitcake, fudge, cookies and potato latkes. And don't forget the eggnog.

Actually, do forget the eggnog. lol

The premise of this challenge is simple. It is a personal challenge for each of us. We are not competing against each other. We are challenging ourselves to hold the line, stay on track and lose weight, not gain it.

Here is how it works. If you wish to join up, simply snag the badge below. You can join the challenge any time between now and the end. Tho I suggest you start the first day of Fall. :D Place it in your sidebar with the title above stating that you refuse to blow it over the holidays and below, in the caption line, keep a running total of weight lost from the first day of Fall to New Year's Day. (Simply edit that line each time you weigh in between those dates.) Please see my badge in my sidebar for an example. At the end of the challenge, drop me a comment with amount of weight lost during that time and I will do a post lauding all of you and your fabulous accomplishments!

Here is your badge:

So, ladies and gentlemen, join me and let's all Refuse To Blow It Over the Holidays! Please leave me a comment if you decide to join, just so I know that you are in. :D

I Am Going to Do a Challenge :D

I have decided that the time has come to get myself embroiled in a challenge. I didn't feel as if I wanted to before this but now I feel ready to go for it. The thought of the pressure of it no longer makes my heart race or my eyes shrivel.

I am joining in on Kandice's Summer Challenge .

My goals for this challenge are pretty simple.

1. Exercise. Got more of it as weather and migraines allow.

2. Stay on track throughout the challenge. I would very much like to go the full challenge without one day over 1800 calories. But no beating myself up if I go over.

3. Weigh weekly. This is a no-brainer, as I have to weigh in weekly to qualify. I am hoping that actually making myself get on that scale once a week will help get me over this silly block I have about it.

4. Hydration. Keep up staying hydrated. It really does make a difference in how I feel.

So, there you have it. :D


***Reminder to myself: First weight in is Monday the 24th.*** :D

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I am having a good day, today. On track and feeling pretty fine. I haven't been sleeping as well as I would like. I am hoping that I will konk out good and hard, tonight. That is one of my biggest gripes about this time of year... For some reason, my sleep patterns go wonky on me and I sleep like shit during warmer weather. Frustrating and my dark circles are out of control.

I just want to take this opportunity to say how much I adore all of my followers who stop in and read and who comment. I don't always respond in comments. I suck at it and often feel it is better to stand mute than be seen as the dumb-ass I really can be. lol But I read and appreciate every comment you leave me. I often find myself nodding in agreement, smiling and laughing. I just *heart* all of you.