How many of you think I hadn't posted yet this week 'cause I couldn't stand reporting another failure week at weight loss? HMMMM ?? That's okay...I would've thought the same thing. I'm glad Sharon is *making* us report every week...it really does help keep it in the front line of my priorities. I realized while sitting in the meeting on Monday that this is going to be like my AA...for the REST of my life. Every time I ever used Weight Watchers to lose the weight I'd leave 'em like yesterday's cold soup and get all cocky about "Now I can eat whatever I want! And since I'm so skinny, I don't think I'll exercise any more, either." And then, of course; the weight piles right back on plus some for good measure. I'm pretty sure I'm earning another 5 pound star next Monday. I started to berate myself for *only* losing a pound a week, but hey--that would be pretty huge in one short year!
I got to start my day with a big laugh. Kris is in my Google Reader and she linked us up to this video. Anyone who's ever been near children and childbirth will get a good "That's so True!" laugh out of it (Naughty language warning for my delicate-natured friends).
Most mornings I spend 44 minutes (who's counting? ME!) on the treadmill while watching yesterday's Oprah (fast forward through the commercials).. Today's (yesterday's) show had three celebrity chef's going into three homes where they were struggling with how to shop and cook healthy tasty food on a budget. Holy crap--one couple spent an average of $400 a week on take-out! Go here and if you click on the three different chef's names it'll take you to LOTS of yummy looking and affordable recipes. There were definitely some I'm going to try!
Speaking of "I'm definitely going to try this!" look at today's offering over at Moda Bake Shop.
I borrowed this pic off the website just to make SURE you head on over there. I can't think of a cuter way to use those jelly rolls that we all just HAD to HAVE!! Seriously, check their blog out often because there is no end to the creative and cute ideas.
Whew! Time to push offa this computer. Right before I came here to post I put some new sewing goodness up on etsy. You can see the little thumbnails in the top of the left sidebar, or just click here and check me out! :-)
I am with you on the WW thing....I loose the weight and get all full of myself and then it does come back!! The meetings really are part of the deal, and writing down what I eat. Glad Sharon is keeping us on target!!
Posted by: Cheryl | March 13, 2009 at 09:43 PM
I had a similar experience with some xmas clear globes i was going to make presents with. You know, when you put the paing in them and swirl it around? yeah, didn't turn out. The paint sank to the bottom of the globe and looked awful!! So.....being the crafty lady i am, i decoupaged my fabric scraps on the outside of them and they turned out SO CUTE!!! Cheers to you for salvaging your project!
Posted by: Jennifer | March 13, 2009 at 06:57 PM
That video gave me a good giggle. Thanks for sharing.
Posted by: artfulife | March 13, 2009 at 06:10 PM
Oh, that song is a HOOT! I'm 13 weeks pg with my second and it's all too timely. :)
LOVE that Easter basket!
Posted by: Heidi German | March 13, 2009 at 07:31 AM
Oh man, that basket is to-die-for!!! I love it. I can also picture it in Lilly Pulitzer fabrics...yummy. Can't wait to see yours.
Posted by: Barbara | March 13, 2009 at 06:10 AM
WOOHOOO a gold star for you!!! I'll be putting one in the mail ok?? lolol Good for you getting on that treadmill. I just walk by mine and say hi or throw some clothes at it.
I love that Easter basket. Is it easy to do? You make one first then let me know ok?
Posted by: Sharon | March 12, 2009 at 10:35 PM