21 DSD Success!

When I first started my detox journey, I had no idea what was in store.  I was nervous and excited and to be really honest, I did not think that I could make it for three weeks without cheating.  I LOVE wine, chocolate, peanut butter, bread... etc.  It seemed like such a huge step to get rid of these things from my diet and as excited as I was about an opportunity to change and become better and healthier, I was so scared of failing.

Each day, I renewed my commitment to this detox.  And each day that I passed, I mentally did a backflip that I got through the day successfully and it became easier and easier.  Instead of focusing on all that I couldn't have, I began to look forward to new recipes.  In the past three weeks, I have tried about 20 new recipes that were easy to make, and I kid you not, my family has devoured these meals.  What an amazing feeling!  To know that my toddler is fueling her little body with food that is healthy and GOOD is so wonderful.  

It's no surprise that when you start something that may be a little radical or out of the ordinary, you're going to hear a lot of negativity (and I'll just say that I don't think people do this intentionally but the white noise can be daunting).  A ton of people have told me, "You're crazy!" or "I could NEVER do that!"  I turn on the tv and every commercial is about losing weight "Try this new product that is sure to help you lose those unwanted pounds!"  Like I said last week, I put my scale away.  I don't want that to be a factor for the way that I feel about myself.  The fact that I mentally and physically feel amazing has been such a wonderful change.  I have noticed that it's a lot easier to feel positive, especially about myself.  I have energy that I didn't have three weeks ago and this has helped in keeping up with the kids.  I love the way that I feel and I don't want to go back to feeling like crap by 2 o'clock in the afternoon.  

Now, onto the stuff that everyone has been asking about!  I have lost 8 pounds (keep in mind that I am walking and running almost every day).  My appetite has decreased significantly.  And I can definitely see a change in my before and after pics...

So, I just needed to add that this is where I was THREE months ago.  Goodness gracious.  Hello big ole Gus!

Before and After The 21 DSD

Before and after The 21 DSD

Trust me, I know that I'm not a model.  Nor am I where I want to be.  My main goal is my health but I'd be lying if I didn't add that I also would love to look good in a bikini again!  We'll be in Hawaii in two months for crying out loud!

The Plan...

I have STILL yet to eat sugar today (it's after noon!).  I'm a little scared of how I will feel so I'm really trying to avoid doing a major binge.  I do have a couple of boxes of Girl Scout cookies and I have a date with a bottle of wine tonight while watching The Bachelor!  Ha Ha!  But, my plan is to relax and enjoy a few sweet treats this week since we are heading to San Diego in a couple of days.  And then, next Monday, I will start the detox at Level 2 where I'll eliminate all  whole grains, including rice and quinoa, and will start to limit dairy (this sounds super scary to me!).

Thank you for all of the encouragement along the way and I will definitely keep you guys posted!  Happy Monday, ya'll!