Tuesday, March 27, 2012
Giving up
Don't be alarmed! I'm not giving up on my goal to be healthier (and thinner!). I'm giving up on things that hinder my goal. Today is day two with no bread. To some that may not seem like much, but anyone who knows me understands what a remarkable thing this is. I can't remember the last time I went a whole day without eating some sort of bread. I'm an addict. Yeast rolls are my heroine. Biscuits are my cocaine. Sourdough is my meth. I love it ALL. At first, I tried just cutting back. One trip to Red Lobster and 3 1/2 cheese biscuits later I realized that I needed to take a more serious approach. I know that I'm capable of doing it, and that after a few weeks it won't even be an issue. A couple of years ago I gave up sweet tea (another addiction) and just a couple of months ago I gave up soda. Bread, I realize, will be much more difficult. There are substitutes for soda and tea, like water, but for bread? Not so much. But I have a goal. I have a vision. I have a desire to be healthier. To be able to execute amazing pole tricks. To be able to hike a mountain alongside my husband. To get pregnant and have an adorable pregnant belly. All of those things absolutely trump bread. I just have to keep that in mind. :)
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For my diabetes I had to cut out all carbs. No bread of any kind, no sweets, zero carb sodas only, etc. Valentine's really sucked and threw me off. I'm still trying to get back on track. It's really hard but you can do it!!!
ReplyDeleteMy darling daughter, I will do my part to help by not setting up temptations, but also know that I admire you for the way your mind works, the way your heart feels, and the way you simply ... are ... genuinely ... you. I love you and only wish for you, health and happiness. You have inspired me in many ways all your life and here you are taking it to yet a new level. I know the strength you posses. I know that when you make up your mind to do something, you WILL do it.
ReplyDeleteI know EXACTLY how you feel about bread. It wasn't till I had to stop eating it because it made me sick that I started seeing any change in my body whatsoever. I miss it a lot, but limiting your intake does wonders for your diet, cravings, and efforts in general. There are healthier options out there, too! Good luck :)
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