It's been 200 DAYS on Ideal Protein. I haven't blogged in some time because a big change has happened in my family life. My husband and I are now parents to a 2 year old boy that we are taking care of for now while his mom works on some things to get her to a better space. Needless to say, this has taken the forefront of my mind and time.
Whereas before I may have indulged in a little extra chocolate and chips with these kind of changes, I have continued to follow the Ideal Protein Protocol...and I've finally made it to day 200! And I am almost below the 200lb mark. I am excited about this and wish I could be at 199 already!
One of the things I did for myself recently was to get my hair dyed. I am really happy with the new do, and it was a great way to celebrate so much loss and hard work. I am trying to be positive and optimistic, but some days I REALLY want to quit.
I really want to try some of the homemade bread I've been making. And last night I went to East Side Mario's with my sister for dinner. They always bring out the bread, and I love their pasta dishes...but instead I chose a spicy chicken dish, asked them to hold the rice and give me extra veggies! They accomodated me perfectly. I got button mushrooms, steamed broccoli and grilled peppers. DELICIOUS! Just when I felt like giving up. Discouraged by how much more I have to do and go. UGH!
Tomorrow I visit my doctor. I am sure he will be encouraging and excited for me. I hope this will be another item to encourage me to continue, because right now I want to say, "ENOUGH!" Let's get on with life!...but life is NOW, not in the future, and a diet doesn't mean you aren't living, I just need to remind myself that if I do the hard work now, it will pay off in the future as I will be able to enjoy once in a while some of those items that I dearly miss...such as bananas and PB and homemade biscuits and bread. Or my favourite - Thai Curry dishes!
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