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Wednesday, January 30, 2013

CONTINUING ON...................

          If there's one thing I know to do; it's to continue! The definition for continue to remain, to stickwith, to maintain, or to resume after an intermission.

          The Bible even instructs us to always continue in good. "...continue in what you have learned and have become convinced of because you know those from whom you learned it." (2 Tim. 3:14)

            In my experience of caring for my son with special needs for the past 39 yrs., quitting, abandoning, leaving, nor stopping was ever an option.  I  didn't know anything else to do, but continue.

            Two weeks ago, I wrote my first blog post regarding my commitment  to be a part of this journey in becoming healthy.  Last week I was attacked by that flu-virus going around. It literally knocked me to my knees.  I  had no choice other than go to bed, then SLOWLY recuperate!  Due to my age,  my immune system being completely depleted, having diabetes, blood sugars going haywire because of the foreign germs within my body and at war with each other.

             Good also came out of this; I lost my appetite.  Thought I would have lost a pound or two, but NOT!  A continual thirst was birthed & ever since, I have easily been able to maintain my 8c. water per day.  I have even noticed my appetite being curbed, not desiring to binge late at night.

              I couldn't resume walking until this Monday. Weather permitting, I will get in my 5 days of walking.

              Someone profoundly said,  "IF YOU FAIL TO PLAN, YOU PLAN TO FAIL!" Strategic planning is what I've been weak in. I've noticed comments on the FB group page of many who are realizing meals and snacks must be planned in advance to be successful.  Careful planning for me would disavow my temptation to eat the wrong thing, making for healthier decisions.

               Another planning device is my food journal.  This is another area I have become slack in.  A  food journal can be so helpful to find your patterns of eating, the reasons & emotions behind it, if you are honest in recording every bite you put in your mouth.  It is a place for personal accountability; which is no more than telling on yourself with explanation. A food journal can be such a good barometer of where I really am at! It won't lie to you!

                      So, this week girls,  I continue after an interruption.  I get right back in the game.  Sickness may have knocked me for a loop, but I am so encouraged, renewed, energized and rejuvenated.  I  am too positive to be doubtful,  too optimistic  to be fearful,  and too determined to be defeated!



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The scale is still at 180 lbs. But with more careful planning and continuing what I know to do, I know that I will be seeing change soon!

I'm linked up with Kim for Weigh In Wednesdays.


21 comments:

  1. Helen, I'm so so glad you are feeling better! And I'm so very proud of you for getting back on top of your healthy goals!!!! Keep going my Friend!!!

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    1. Thankyou Kim for your encouragement! It means so much to me! It is so wonderful to be a part of such a inspiring groupof ladies!

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    1. Your loving it means the world to me, as you are at the top of my list of teachers who have taught me the ropes! Thankyou for your continual encouragement!

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  3. Helen, your authticity is so sweet! I just want to hug you! I agree with you on the food journal - it does not lie. I am so glad you are feeling better! xo

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    1. Thankyou so very much pbjenni! Your words are so kind! I appreciate your encouragement!

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  4. You can do it Helen! Very glad you're feeling better!!

    Linda

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    1. Thankyou so much Linda, although I don't know which Linda you are! I appreciate your kind words!

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  5. You are such an encouragement to me. Thank you for this post. You are right, we are never too old... never too... anything... If God brings us to it He will bring us through us. I have a long battle ahead of me... but with God all things are possible.

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    1. That's right Michele, my friend! Age is just a number! At our age, everything we have been through, we are strengthened! Strength doesn't come from what you (can do). It comes from ovefrcoming the things you once thought you couldn't! Do be encouraged! Thankyou for your kind words to me!

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  6. You inspire me! I love your spirit. You won't quit! I just know you will do this. I do think taking baby steps and keeping track of what you put into your mouth is important. Proud of you my friend!

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    1. I look & I look until I see your face in my comments; as God has placed you in my life to show me the way blogging! I have to pinch myself to know that this is really happening! I thank the Lord for you Barbie!

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  7. So inspiring! That is what I need to remember when something "momentarily derails" my progress and path, that I need to get up and keep on going. I also noticed that your "One Word" is Improvement. I love that. I love how it ties into your wonderful spirit to know your body and not be deterred from your goals. ^_^ I hope to continue following your journey via the WIW link up!

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    1. Razella! What a beautiful name! Your words are so kind! I am trying to get something written on my choice of the word improvement! Fear of not knowing what I am really doing here paralyzes me! Lol! And you are so right on regarding,"knowing our bodies". Through this recent illness, I did find a new respect for my body, and the way it was made by God; and gives us signs continually to guide us in caring for it properly!

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  8. Praying for your complete healing as you seek to glorify God in your life!!

    Keep on keeping on!!!

    Gina Marie

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    1. Your prayers & Godly thoughts are so appreciated, Gina! Thankyou!

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  9. How exciting! You have a blog! And sweet, sweet Barbie helped you get started. What a blessing! :)

    Blessings to you as you press on in your health goals! And as you press in to the Father!

    Love, hugs, and prayers,
    Kimberly

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    1. Thankyou Kimberly! Your blessings are so appreciated! You know I have followed you for a long time, and you have certainly always been an inspiration to me!

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  10. Thank you for the reminder about how our food journals can be a map as they don't lie. I struggle with my food journal as it was becoming tedious but after reading this I realize its not, it's my guide and map. Thank you for posting your honesty!

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  11. Thank you for posting about the food journal. That is something I struggle with as I was starting to find it tedious but it's not, it's my guide and map! Thank you for posting your honesty.

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  12. "Catch the Sunshine", thankyou for stopping by. Believe me, I struggle in being honest with every bite that I take! I love accountability! I just seem to crave it!Isn't tht crazy?

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