remember that obstacles can be overcome and...
remember that we can do this together!
**This is the 9th and final challenge of 2004**
December is often a difficult time to be on this weight loss journey. Too much and all the wrong foods, lack of exercise and excessive holiday parties often “get in the way” of what we really need to do for ourselves. So this is a perfect time to put yourself first and remember why we are on this journey.
Ralph Marston says:
“Before you consider the difficulties, consider the rewards you'll enjoy after getting past those difficulties. Before looking at the effort you must put forth, look at what you have an opportunity to accomplish.
Yes, there are obstacles that stand in front of you. And the most effective way to get through them is with a meaningful, compelling reason.
Look, in your imagination, to the other side of the mountain. For it is the strength of your vision that will carry you over that mountain.
When your heart is in the effort, you'll find a way to prevail against whatever may block your path. When your heart is in the effort, you'll be fully and effectively engaged every step of the way.
See, hear, feel and taste the end of the journey before you even begin. The more vividly you visualize and relate to the goal, the more energy you'll have to get there.
Difficult as it may be, there is a path from here to there. Connect solidly with your purpose for going, and you'll surely complete the journey.”
Avatars for the "December to Remember Challenge
Whatever your program, whatever your fitness level, you can participate.
Post your goal(s) for the next 4 weeks, and join us for support and encouragement. Anyone is welcome to jump in and join us- please, make yourself at home.
This Challenge thread is a place where we can all come to share our progress, our struggles, our triumphs, and to cheer on those who are committed to a healthier lifestyle, and to just talk!
Remember the goal, Remember yourself and remember that we are all here together!
but I know the temptations are going to be great....and there is no reason to set an unattainable goal. It will be enuf for me just to hold steady. Since I do know that I will indulge, I have to combat the results with a plan:
.....you have probably figured that part out already. But we have to make our healthy living plan a second nature, like breathing. So, when life jerks us around, our plan is not jeopardized.
...a great idea to focus on the long term goal instead of getting bogged down in the daily details. great avatars, by the way!
It is always nice to see a new face! You will find plenty of support here at this site
of a weekly personal goal! 
I am proud of you!
: to make this next goal a reality!
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(in anticipation of painting our master bedroom and ensuite). After dinner DH and FIL went for a brisk 3 mile walk. I stayed OP having (with the exception of a stick of game pepperoni which I'm not sure how many points it has) 23 of 28 points so far. I've had 6 glasses of water and 1 herbal tea so far (I'm off to get another). I've had my quota now... 
I'm trying to become more organized by becoming a "flybaby"...
) I have pretty much kicked the 9pm snack habit....and when I indulge, it is something at least semi-nutritous. Water was right on plan....over 70-oz!
Sorry to hear of DH problems and Jasmine being sick......hope they are feeling better! Through all of this, you still maintained.....how great is that!
..I bake a lot for the holidays. This year, I am going to cut it back to just 2 or 3 different treats.....which go into the freezer (out of sight, out of mind) immediately.....and don't come out until the guests are on the doorstep.
....even when the week has been less than stellar, you can still salvage it by not giving up!
...and, as much as I would like relax in the easy chair, there is still a whole list of things still to be done tonight!