"I'm walkin on Sunshine.."

I lost one more pound!!! It’s exciting! I just wish that I could lose it a little faster than this. I KNOW I KNOW… It didn’t come on over night and it’s not going to drop off over night. But hey… we’re all entitled to a little wishful thinking every now and then right?
Last week was a little difficult. I had a few cravings for a few different things, but I stuck to my guns and stayed on track with Nutri System. I’m very happy about that. The longer I do this, the easier it is for me. I’m feeling healthier every day. I haven’t had a soft drink in over a month. I’ve had more energy to do things. So overall, this is turning out to be a pretty good deal!! :-)
This weekend I went with Chris and Konrad to Concord Mills so that Chris could get some more stuff to finalize the baby room. They are expecting a little girl in May! :-) I’m very excited about that! Konrad is such a GREAT kid and he’s going to make a fantastic big brother. He keeps talking about how he is going to take his baby sister places and what not. I love that kid! He’s awesome!
On Sunday, Kelly, my old roomy from Appstate, she and I went walking at McAlpine Greenway Park here in Charlotte. It was overcast, but it turned out to be the perfect day to walk. We took Bella with us. I was concerned with how Bella would react to Kelly, because she hadn’t seen Kelly since she was a puppy. I told Kelly to ignore her completely, and what do you know…. Bella was actually GREAT! No barking or growling at Kelly. Heck, the dog didn’t even bark at the geese or the other dogs or people that were in the park! We walked for a GOOD hour and a half (maybe less, not sure). I think we did around 2-3 miles on the trails. I haven’t had a good walk like that since I lived in Boone, and we hiked all the time on the parkway. It felt good! Today it feels like my bone spurs are acting up, but I know it’s for the greater good! Haha… I think I’ll have to go get some new tennis shoes!
So all in all I’ve had a great week! I’ve survived the temptations of outside foods, and I’ve avoided situations that would allow me to “graze” on foods that weren’t that good for me. There were a few retirement and birthday parties last week that all had extra leftover cake, that we were invited to get a couple pieces. I did not go, and decided to enjoy my yogurt instead :-). Not the same great taste as yellow cake and white icing, but I’m sure it’s better for me. Lol
Well, so ends another week of my “Loser Ways”! Thanks again to all of you who read the blog and who are lending your support. I appreciate it all!!!! I’m doing this!! WOOOHOOOO!!!!! Love to you all!!!