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Lucretia Bohnsack, a Mentor resident, said she's committed to making a change in her life as part of Lighten Up. "I know I can take control and make a difference in my life."

Wednesday, July 30, 2014

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Sunday, July 20, 2014

The end is in sight

 
So sad that our Vitabot tool is shut off this last week of the contest.  I really have used that site and it is one of the reasons for my success. going to get out the pen and paper for the last few days.  I do plan on paying for a subscription so that I can keep on track.

Saturday, July 19, 2014

 
Doing better. Needed an attitude adjustment and a lecture. I did a self evaluation and decided this is worth it and I will do it.  Next weeks final weigh-in is only the beginning.  When I started I said this would be a life long change.  I can never look back or go back to bad habits.

Friday, July 18, 2014

The Last Days

 As the end of the contest is in sight, it is really becoming difficult to stay on track.  I am finding my self getting sloppy and that will not help me reach my goals which still are a ways away.  I am listening to people compliment me and while it makes me feel good, it does not help my physic attitude.  I am mistaking an intermediate goal for the ultimate goal.  I have consistently lost these 6 months but I fear I may not achieve a perfect weight loss journey if I don't get back on track. I can do it and I will.
 

Wednesday, July 16, 2014

Hard to Believe We Are Coming to the End

 This has been such a gratifying experience I am sad and frightened to think we only have 10 more days.   I have done very well and am excited for the changes I have made but I have to remember that I have not yet met my first personal goal of reaching 140.  I need to keep that goal in front of me and keep striving.  This is the first week I have felt like I need to get rid of some of my wardrobe and replace a few better fitting items.  Keeping old, bigger things will only give me latitude to slip.  I need to make it hard to start gaining by being aware of where I am. 

Monday, July 14, 2014

Last two weeks

 It is hard to believe we are drawing to an end in this weight loss process.  This morning I was reflecting on what I am willing to do to finish on an high.  It can be so easy to glide to the end but how will that feel and how will that help me to keep going since I am not near my realistic goal.  I need to set realistic goals and do it.  First, I have to put exercise in.  Why am I find that so difficult.  I like to exercise but it is so hard to put on the shoes and go.  JUST DO IT.  Second, look at FOOD CHOICES. Am I sliding into old bad habits now that people are commenting on my loss?  Be sure to use shop right and eat right.  Keep portions in mind. Third, FEEL good and successful. You have done it and can keep doing it.  Be confident and remember how far you have come and where you want to go.