So easy to put it on....so hard to take it off!

It feels as though I have been exercising and dieting for months but it has only been a couple of weeks since I started seriously. The results are good but I want to see more dramatic changes. I guess I'm getting a little impatient.

I'm also feeling a little low at the moment because of money troubles.
So, instead of whinging about that, I'm going to show you some of the presents that we have received for our engagement party and some other random photos.





Wedgewood cake stand from Scott's Godparents




Wedding Bears from Scott's parents in place of a card.....aren't they adorable!



Me trying out curls in my hair with my GHD hair straightener before going to movies with Scott


My new exercise clothes

Dieting is hard

Yes, I am still doing well with the exercise, pretty much an hour brisk walk every day. My sister drops by around 8am and walking with her makes the time go fast. It is a beautiful walk. Along the pathway next to the beach and around a small cliff and back again. This time of year is a little brisk but that's a good thing because it makes you walk faster. Lol.

I don't think I would go as far on my walk if I didn't have my sis along with me. So, if you want to get motivated, go with someone that will push you and be consistent on the days you would rather stay in bed!

I'm still having some naughty slip ups. I had some (a couple of handfuls) Doritos the other day when I was feeling stressed. I also had a small post-mix coke at the bowling alley when I was feeling mad. hmm the connection here is bad mood. Reminder to Kelly, learn how to deal with stress better.

I have only been walking most mornings and doing weights three times a week but the weight has been coming off, thank goodness. I think I'll start doing pilates to get in and do some extra toning.

No photos at the moment but will definitely start posting them again.

Scales moving in the right direction!!

Yipeee!!!! Have only been dieting and exercising seriously since Wednesday and have lost 1kg already.

Feeling pretty proud of myself.

Hope I can keep the momentum going for the next four weeks until the party. Then I'm hoping I will be motivated by the changes in the clothes I can wear and the habit of exercise will have kicked in. Guess we'll find out.

Tired and Sore

Rolled out of bed this morning and went for a 40 minute walk. Along the way, I stopped 3 times to do step ups on really, really high seats. The first time I did 10 each leg, the second 15 and the third, 20.

Then when I got home and looked up what weights I had to do today....it was lower body. Yep. That's right. Lunges, squats ahhhhh!!!!!!

My legs are a little sore now. I can just imagine what they will feel like tomorrow.

Very proud of myself cause have avoided junk and caffeine today. Wasn't easy but I distracted myself by visiting my sister and drinking lots (and lots) of water.


goodnight

ZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZ

I'm an addict!.... and my drug is Coca-Cola

Dear Coca-Cola,

We have had a long term relationship, a relationship that has given me something to look forward to when I have had to go to work (and not wanted to), a relationship that has given me a 'buzz' and lifted my spirits...as well as my blood sugar levels.

But I'm afraid that we need to break up. You see, I am totally addicted to you and feel as though I can't get through the day without you. I am worried that this relationship is out of control and I want my life, and body, back.

Goodbye my love, I will miss you.

x



I have two pieces of clothing that I used to fit into and feel great in. These are my 'goal' clothes.

The first is a pair of skinny jeans that I was wearing when I began dating my fiance. I can't believe that these pants were actually too big for me at one stage! Would be great to have that problem again. I'm thinking that it should take approximately 3 weeks to get back into these pants (and look good in them).







The second is a denim skirt that used to be my 'comfort' skirt because I could just slip it in easily in summer with a singlet and it was loose enough on me that I could turn it around whilst I was wearing it. It actually was a little big and that's why I liked wearing it. It was sooo comfy and easy to wear.

I'm thinking it would take about 5 weeks to get back into this skirt (even if I have to wear black tights underneath for a while). I really, really miss being up to wear this skirt.







As far as exercise goes for this week, I've been pretty good. I went for an hour walk with my sister on Monday and followed it up with some weights for the upper body 3 sets of 15 reps.

Also went for a 50 min walk again with my sister this morning.

Too bad I can't say the same for my diet, which has been BAD.

I'd tell you but I'm still embarrassed and ashamed at how much crap food I've inhaled this week. Hopefully the rest of the week will be better.

Snickers really satisfies and fatafies

Well, it seems that Snickers might satisfy a sweet tooth but doesn't satisfy a girl wanting to look good. Oh well!

Went for a walk with my sister today as she think its a good idea for us to go in a 5km run next year. We are getting together to train for it. Personally, I like the idea of participating in a marathon. It makes me feel as though I have achieved something, however small.

I'm guessing I'll need to stop eating crap food. Goodbye Snickers.........

The decorating bug

It's Friday!!!! and we are back in our little unit near the beach again.

I really miss having the animals to keep us company. Just being able to look out the window at the wildlife was very comforting and enjoyable.

Being back in our own place again after housesitting, I'm feeling really inspired to decorate. It's funny because I have owned my own home before but because I was only 21, I was spending all my time (and money) partying and was not in the least bit interested in 'nesting'.

However, I have become addicted to reading DESIGN GAL AND HER HANDYMAN, THRIFTY DECOR CHICK & HOOKED ON HOUSES.

They are the best blogs to gain inspiration and design and decorating ideas on the cheap.

and now that I'm getting older I'm getting somewhat anxious to start married life with a home that I can really sink my creative teeth into and personalise.

.....as for the dieting and exercise.....hmmm.....tomorrow sounds good :)

Thursday 3rd July

Just polished off a big bowl of cornflakes with skim milk and sugar in an attempt to curb my hunger and sweet cravings.

Didn't end up doing any exercise today cause enjoyed a lovely sleep in with Scott. By the time we got going it was lunchtime. Probably should do something this afternoon but we have been invited to a drinks thing with friends this afternoon/evening (Scott doesn't know what time we are meant to go) so I'm using that as an excuse to slack off.

I have been really good at upping my water intake in the last three days. It really does help to have a bottle of water on hand to sip out of any time you feel like snacking but your not actually hungry.

Thursday 1st July

Got my backside out of bed this morning and went for a walk up and down some VERY steep hills. Got back and did weights. Have eyed off biscuits and contemplated going and buying some diet coke but have kept to simple foods and water. BIG PAT ON BACK!

It's only been one day and already I feel defeated and scared stiff at the many days ahead of me feeling deprived. I just keep reminding myself that I want to look good in my engagement photos and I want to have freedom to wear different styles of clothes and rock them all (no more sucky in pants).

One day down, MANY more to come...


Going to start journaling my food intake in an attempt to keep me accountable for my food.

Breakfast - porridge with skim milk and tsp of brown sugar.
Snack - apple and yoghurt
Lunch - low fat, wheat free mushroom and bacon pasta with lite cream and soy evap skim milk
Snack - grapefruit
Dinner - two slices home made, low-fat chicken and vegie pizza