An Inside "Peak" at Our Journey to Healthier Living: August 2015

It's way past time to give you a weight loss update- I have now released 60 pounds! That is 10 pounds more than what my 2nd grade son weighs. It is very difficult for me to pick him up and carry him- not that he really ever wants me to. But I can't imagine a life with me still lugging around those extra pounds. In the middle of March I started at 235 pounds and I am now down to 175. I am in the home stretch with only 15 pounds to go!!!

It's been about 5 months and I still can't believe the progress I've made. CRAZY!!! One of my favorite compliments I have received from several people (including my hubby) is how much younger I look. Totally LOVE that! Better than looking younger- I feel younger too. Also in one of my blogs, I listed what I have gained so far in my journey. I was so glad to once again fit into my cute brown belt. It is bittersweet for me to report that the days are numbered for that cute belt. I've poked a new hole in it, but it is getting too long. My wedding rings are ridiculously loose on my ring finger. So I often wear them on my right hand. I was at a jewelry store the other day and as of right now I need to go down 2 ring sizes! Thankful that downsizing my rings will be A LOT cheaper than when I had to make them bigger.

Jason and I were very cautious and skeptical before we began eating super nutrition and doing full body cleansing. Now- there is NO DOUBT about it.

The reason it works so well is because our bodies are filled with so many toxins from our environment and food. To protect us, our body surrounds our organs with visceral fat. As soon as I started cleansing and giving my body super nutrition, it quickly began releasing all that fat and inches. In the beginning, when I would tell people these facts, I wondered if I sounded a little crazy because never before had I ever given TOXINS or Protein Shakes a single thought. As I've talked with more and more people, I've discovered that many people do think about toxins. Apparently not as many people are as oblivious as I was. I am glad that I am now more aware and equipped to rid myself of toxins and avoid them when possible. Here's a great link you can watch about the importance of cleansing.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Lol4ja2pD74&app=desktop

So August 10th was the 150th day of my health journey. Although I wrote it in on my calendar, the day came and went without me realizing it. Hoping to soon take my measurements and more before and after photos to share. In the mean time, I thought I would tell you all about my rose colored glasses.

A couple weeks ago, I was looking at some photos and I came across pictures from my sister's wedding. She got married in February- one month before my healthy journey began. I remember how super cute I felt in my new blue and black dress. Wow--- now looking back at these pictures, I can't believe the difference! Back then, I had believed the lie that I was just destined to be a life long member of the Overweight Club. When I looked at pictures of myself I would put on my rose colored glasses and cling to the saying, "The camera adds 10 pounds!" I'm sure some of you can relate to me. It's funny how we are often our own worst critics, but when it suits us- we make excuses. No more excuses for this girl! I'm taking my rose colored glasses off- for good!