[Corinna T]

Here are a few more words of wisdom that I found and wanted to share:

Discipline is remembering what you want.

"You have failed only when you quit trying. Until then, you're still in the act of progression. So, never quit trying and you'll never be a failure.---Tommy Kelley

"If we defend our habits, we have no intentions of quitting them."

"When one approach is not working to reach the desired goal, that's not a reason to abandon the goal. Instead, it is time to devise another approach."------Ralph Marston

If you want what you do not have, you must do what you have not done.

[Corinna T]

Just a bit of humor to lighten your day, see attached pictures.

How much have you lost?
http://www.pinterest.com/pin/101894010291951847/

[jollyjude]

I wondered where that darn Irish Setter went!!
Thanks Corinna, I needed a laugh today

[Renee3]

Down 2.2 lbs. this week. Crazy busy here on the farm. Hope everyone has a wonderful week!

[AAD]

Start 1/20 @223.1# & Target = 198.1
7/5 = 211.1 = -12
July 12 = 210.7 = -12.4
7/19 = 210.3 = -12.8 Halfway!
7/26 = 209.9 = -13.2
August 2 = 209.6 = -13.5

[jollyjude]

Down 1.4 lbs. this week.

Aida and Renee - Great job on the losses

My weight stalled out earlier in the week, but have started downward again I wasn't getting enough water or sleep (too hot -it was over 30 C here), but have been drinking more water and had a GREAT sleep last night.

[Renee3]

Good job everyone!!!!!!

[Corinna T]

Great work Renee, Jude, and Aida!!!
You all are doing wonderful.

Well, I stayed the same this week. I will be pushing hard this month. I have 3 lbs to lose, and I want to reach my end goal by the end of the month. It will be hard, but I have to do my best. I am so close, and I can't stop now. I have a set deadline, and I must reach it. I have to reach it. I will. Here it goes!!!!! Please bear with me if I sound a little crazy this month. You know how it is sometimes..... but I will do it. I will.

WE WILL ALL DO IT, WE CAN, and WE WILL !!!

[Corinna T]

Greek Lentil Soup with Toasted Pita

Perp Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 50 minutes
Total Time:
Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

1 tablespoon olive oil
2 celery stalks, chopped
2 carrots, peeled and chopped
1 onion
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 teaspoons dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
8 cups water
1 cup dry lentils
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice (about 1 lemon)
4 whole-grain pitas, each cut into 4 triangles and toasted

Preparation

1. Heat oil in a large Dutch oven over medium heat. Add celery, carrot, onion, garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper; cook 5 minutes.

2. Add the water and lentils. Simmer, partially covered, until lentils are tender, about 45 minutes.

3. With a hand blender or potato masher, puree soup until semi-smooth and thick.

4. Drizzle with lemon juice; serve with toasted pita triangles.

[Renee3]

Corinna, that recipe sounds yummy! I will for sure make it when the weather turns a little cooler.

[jollyjude]

Corinna -For sure you will really truly reach it We are all behind you!

[Corinna T]

Climb The Mountain

I tried to climb the mountain today. As I inched my way up the path, I felt out of breath and had to turn back.

I tried to climb the mountain today. But, It was so hot outside, I thought I had better stay in my nice air-conditioned house and rest up for tomorrow's attempt.

I tried to climb the mountain today. On my journey, darkness started to fall and I was full of fear, so I had to return to a safe place.

I was ready to climb the mountain today. But I had so may other things to do, so instead of climbing the mountain I took care of the much more important tasks; I washed my car, mowed the grass and watched the big game. Today the mountain will have to wait.

I was going to climb the mountain today. But as I stared at the mountain in all it's majestic beauty, I knew I had no chance of making it to the top, so I figured why even begin trying.

I had forgotten about climbing the mountain today, until an old friend came by and asked what I was up to lately. I told him about all my plans to climb that mountain someday. I went on and on about how I was going to accomplish the task.

He stopped me and said, "I just got back from climbing that mountain. For the longest time I told myself I was going to try to climb it but never made any progress." "I almost let the dream of making it to the top die. I came up with every excuse of why I could not make it up the mountain, but never once did I give myself a reason why I could. One day as I stared at the mountain and pondered, I realized that if I didn't make an attempt at this dream all my dreams would eventually die." " The next morning, I started my climb. It was not easy, and at times I wanted to quit. But no matter what I faced, I placed one foot in front of the other, keeping a steady pace. When the wind tried to blow me over the edge, I kept walking. When the voices inside my head screamed, stop! I focused on my goal, never letting it out of sight. I kept moving forward. I could not quit because I knew I had come too far to stop now. Time and time again, I reassured myself that I was going to finish this journey. I struggled mightily to make it to the top, but I CLIMBED THE MOUNTAIN."

"I have to be going," my friend said. "Tomorrow is a new day to accomplish more dreams. By the way what are you going to do tomorrow?"

I looked at him, with intensity and confidence in my eyes, and said, "I HAVE A MOUNTAIN TO CLIMB."

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[iamlakeview]

Hi everyone.

The last couple of weeks I have rebelled against writing down my food. I got in one of those dark places that said, "Why bother? You've been fat all your life and nothing's going to change no matter how hard you try" Oh, boy...

I have NOT weighed myself so have no idea what the scale says today. But I AM getting back on the band wagon today and have stopped acting like a spoiled little brat. Today I am a grown woman who can do ANYTHING!

You ALL are my inspiration! I saw a quote today that resonated deeply with me. It says -

Everything in your life is a reflection of a choice you have made.

If you want a different result, make a different choice.

[jollyjude]

Good morning everyone!

I am at 171.0 this morning.
I weighed today because I will be away for a week for my niece's wedding. I am hoping to maintain while I am gone (I think it is too much to hope for a loss).

Bonnie - So glad to see you back posting. Last summer I got into the same dark place you mentioned. It took me until March this year to crawl out of that hole and decide that it was time to just do it. I have since lost 71.6 lbs., so it can be done!! Yay you for getting back at it I think Corinna's post is really relevant to this

Have a wonderful week

[Cherry Tomato]

Do you all mind if I join your group? 30 pounds is just what I need to lose, and I could really use the support.