All right, so here is the official first posting. Basically some rambling about what’s been going on with us for the last month, may be a long one. Austin and I started a “diet” on Monday, June 1st. I put it in “ ” because it’s not just a diet for us, it’s a new way of life! It’s a new lifestyle. AND IT’S GREAT! I went to a weight loss doctor in Dallas and am following his plan (diet, exercise and medication). Austin is doing the same, except he’s not on the medication. I had a rough first two weeks trying to balance out my blood sugar levels and having low blood pressure, severe headaches, nausea, fatigue, etc. But, I have that all under control now and am doing great!
The biggest thing the doctor told me is that I have to be patient. I have a long way to go before I reach my goal of fitting back into a size 12. (I started at 22w-24w) And he told me not to weigh myself everyday because I will notice inches lost before I notice weight lost. And let me tell you that is the truth! Love it! Anyways, we feel good, we have good energy, we are conscious about the food we eat and how much we eat too. We hardly ever eat out anymore – maybe once a week – compared to the 5+ times we used to (and that didn’t include lunches). We eat 5 times a day – small portions . . . I feel like I’m constantly eating! We eat anywhere from 1,000 – 1,200 calories per day, walk 5 days a week, but more importantly we support each other. And we have a great support group. My cousin, R.J. and his wife, Shelly, referred me to the weight loss doctor. Since starting in January, R.J. has lost about 60 lbs and Shelly has lost about 35 lbs. I saw the results and I knew that if they could do it so could I! I was determined and I set my mind to it! They encouraged me to see their doctor and I made an appointment that same week – my appointment was on Friday, May 30th – I weighed 272.4 lbs. No need to read it again . . . you read it correctly the first time . . . 272.4 lbs! LOL Austin’s starting weight was 250 lbs. We took before pictures the Sunday before we started and we will take monthly pictures. We weigh ourselves every Sunday morning. So, next Tuesday evening I will post the before pictures and the after pictures . . . our one month progress. And let you know our total weight lost for each of us.
So, thank you, R.J. and Shelly, you both have been great examples and inspirations to us! Your support, encouragement and your friendship has really made a difference and helped us keep going! Thank you a million times – we love ya’ll!
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Shane started football camp June 8th and is loving every minute of it! He is in tackle football this year on the sophomore team. He is hoping to be quarterback again, but may end up as a receiver. The coach is a little worried about him not being able to see over the line to throw the ball. The boys on the line are big! We will just have to wait and see. GO PANTHERS!! SHANE #13!!
He starts 2nd grade in August and is excited about it. He’s getting more into school and wanting to learn more about the extra-curricular activities at school. So, we will be looking more into what and when he can start with that at his school.
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We spent Father’s Day/Bubba’s birthday weekend at my dad’s house – Lake Tawakoni – our “vacation” spot. We had a great time with the family. We spent most of the day Saturday and Sunday at the lake just having fun and enjoying family time. Bubba turned 17 last Monday, the 22nd. Makes me so sad! Where have the years gone!!?? He’s going into his senior year in high school and then he’s off to college. He hasn’t decided which college he wants to attend yet, but he has a lot of possibilities. He made it into Dave Campbell’s Texas High School Football Magazine again – 3rd time! But, this time he is first round pick for 1A class pre-season. A very cool honor! Go Bubba Tyler #73!
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That’s about all I have for now. Until my mind wanders again . . .
Love and blessings!
The biggest thing the doctor told me is that I have to be patient. I have a long way to go before I reach my goal of fitting back into a size 12. (I started at 22w-24w) And he told me not to weigh myself everyday because I will notice inches lost before I notice weight lost. And let me tell you that is the truth! Love it! Anyways, we feel good, we have good energy, we are conscious about the food we eat and how much we eat too. We hardly ever eat out anymore – maybe once a week – compared to the 5+ times we used to (and that didn’t include lunches). We eat 5 times a day – small portions . . . I feel like I’m constantly eating! We eat anywhere from 1,000 – 1,200 calories per day, walk 5 days a week, but more importantly we support each other. And we have a great support group. My cousin, R.J. and his wife, Shelly, referred me to the weight loss doctor. Since starting in January, R.J. has lost about 60 lbs and Shelly has lost about 35 lbs. I saw the results and I knew that if they could do it so could I! I was determined and I set my mind to it! They encouraged me to see their doctor and I made an appointment that same week – my appointment was on Friday, May 30th – I weighed 272.4 lbs. No need to read it again . . . you read it correctly the first time . . . 272.4 lbs! LOL Austin’s starting weight was 250 lbs. We took before pictures the Sunday before we started and we will take monthly pictures. We weigh ourselves every Sunday morning. So, next Tuesday evening I will post the before pictures and the after pictures . . . our one month progress. And let you know our total weight lost for each of us.
So, thank you, R.J. and Shelly, you both have been great examples and inspirations to us! Your support, encouragement and your friendship has really made a difference and helped us keep going! Thank you a million times – we love ya’ll!
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Shane started football camp June 8th and is loving every minute of it! He is in tackle football this year on the sophomore team. He is hoping to be quarterback again, but may end up as a receiver. The coach is a little worried about him not being able to see over the line to throw the ball. The boys on the line are big! We will just have to wait and see. GO PANTHERS!! SHANE #13!!
He starts 2nd grade in August and is excited about it. He’s getting more into school and wanting to learn more about the extra-curricular activities at school. So, we will be looking more into what and when he can start with that at his school.
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We spent Father’s Day/Bubba’s birthday weekend at my dad’s house – Lake Tawakoni – our “vacation” spot. We had a great time with the family. We spent most of the day Saturday and Sunday at the lake just having fun and enjoying family time. Bubba turned 17 last Monday, the 22nd. Makes me so sad! Where have the years gone!!?? He’s going into his senior year in high school and then he’s off to college. He hasn’t decided which college he wants to attend yet, but he has a lot of possibilities. He made it into Dave Campbell’s Texas High School Football Magazine again – 3rd time! But, this time he is first round pick for 1A class pre-season. A very cool honor! Go Bubba Tyler #73!
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That’s about all I have for now. Until my mind wanders again . . .
Love and blessings!
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2 comments:
Jessica- This is great! I am excited about this blog and look forward to reading it. Keep on keepin' on. Shane looks ADORABLE! I know you are so proud of him.
Congrates to you both on the weight lose I know its hard to do Im trying similar stuff myself other then the counting Calories well Good Luck and I look forward to more reading
LOVE YA
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