I am breaking up with my scale.
We have had a pretty serious relationship since High School, when things like "how much you weigh" began to seem important. I'd meet up with him weekly, sometimes daily, sometimes several times a day. He would give me his number. And I would never, ever, ever be satisfied.
I always wanted a number that was about five pounds lower. Even when I was at my absolute lowest (and unhealthiest), I had gotten out of a relationship, ran six miles a day, and lived off of Wheat Thins, apples, coffee, Diet Coke, and cigarettes... and I still wanted five pounds off.
I. Am. Done.
It's beyond time that I start appreciating this amazing body that God has given me. The body that my husband fell in love with and still loves, despite the added fluffiness. The body that has made two precious and amazing little blessings. The body that has seen me through school and jobs and adventures and life and love.
I. Am. Done.
I will never be super model thin or have long legs and a six pack. My legs may be short but they are strong and have carried me for miles and miles and miles. My hips may be a little wider than what media would say is ideal but they have helped carry and deliver two beautiful babies. My belly will most likely never be flat but I will never forget putting my hands on my huge belly and feeling that joyful and amazing fluttering that came from the little lives that were growing inside. My arms are not cut but they have held the people that I truly love.
I am done with being so unappreciative of all of this. I want to be healthy and to give my body the fuel that it needs to make it through each day and then the ability to rest at night (well, as much rest as I can get with having two kids under two!).
Now, don't get me wrong. I know that the weight and health go hand-in-hand but my goal is to take care of my body, choose the right way to fuel it, and to stop obsessing about a number on a scale. It's beyond time and there are two little ones with very watchful eyes. I want them to see their momma be healthy and confident. (This won't all happen over night but I guarantee you, I am working on it.)
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| My reasons... |
I hope that it's obvious of how The 21 Day Sugar Detox is going! I am happy to report that I have made it through two entire weeks without any slip-ups or sugar... and I feel amazing! I have found that with each day there is either a new challenge or a new success.
Last week ended on a pretty strong note. The week before I started the detox, I signed up for the daily emails that The 21 DSD website offers. These daily emails have been so helpful. It reminds you of what day you are on (which at first seems kind of pointless but once I was cruising into Day 8, I was mentally giving myself a high five for making it so far), she sends menu suggestions, links to blogs from people who have done the detox, and what you may be experiencing with the detox. I have felt that these tiny little daily reminders have helped me feel like I'm not alone in this new and exciting journey!
The two hardest days for me were Days 6 and 9. Before both of those days, I had really rough nights because of the kids and didn't get much sleep. I was exhausted, hungry, and craving sugar so badly. I went back to the book and realized that I wasn't eating as much carbs as I was supposed to be, corrected the problem, and felt better immediately.
I can honestly say that I have more energy. I feel like a fog has lifted in my brain. I feel brighter and more positive. And even though there are moments where I'll think, "Man, a beer and pizza sure would be good while watching the Super Bowl," the craving is not as fierce as it was before and quickly passes.
I should also mention that I have cut out a lot of the sugar that Addie was eating as well. First of all, she eats the food that I am making for myself and when Joe comes in, he has eaten it as well. They have LOVED the new recipes. My tiny girl who isn't a huge eater, has asked for "MORE!" with the recipes that I have made. I LOVE THAT! This morning, she ate two servings of an egg quiche, which had spinach, onions, and tomatoes in it! My kid is eating veggies and loving it!
Even more, I have seen a difference in her behavior. Adaline is usually pretty fun, sweet, and easy going but she has been even more well behaved since we've started this change. We have dealt with hardly any temper tantrums (she's almost two, to say that there have been none would be a lie), she is going to bed with hardly any trouble, and my little non sleeper is finally sleeping through most nights. It can't just be coincidental!
I am loving these changes in me and my family and am working on my plan for when my 21 days are up. Keep following and sending me your encouragement! This is just the beginning of a very exciting journey!
On to the food! Since Joe has been gone for work and life is pretty hectic with my two littles, I have been very bad about keeping up with my food log. I did manage to snap a few pics of my favorites, so, here they are!
Snacks...
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| I had a HUGE craving for chocolate and something sweet. So, I made this avocado, banana, and unsweetened cocoa mousse from The 21 DSD. It was so delicious and completely satisfied my craving! |
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| Miss Adaline loved the mousse! |
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| I was never really a breakfast sausage eater before the detox and now I am loving it. My alternative to this breakfast, is just eating the sausage with raw carrot stick and almonds (suggested in The 21 DSD). I NEVER in a million years would have eaten carrots for breakfast and I absolutely love the cold crunch in the morning! |
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| We LOVE making pancakes! Pumpkin pancakes hit just the spot for this breakfast craving! |
Dinner...
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| My two favorite dinners have been a Tex-Mex Meatloaf found in the book, and this Shepherd's Pie. I assure you that I have never been a fan of either and these recipes are absolutely delicious. The family devoured this! |
And my latest discovery. I may have mentioned that I have a slight obsession with peanut butter. That was before I tried almond butter! This one is a tad pricey and I will have to search alternatives to support my nut butter habit. But, the All Natural Barney Butter has absolutely no sugar, no salt... no crap in it! And it is AMAZING. I could talk about this almond butter for days but since they aren't paying me or sending me free almond butter, I'll just tell you to do yourself a favor and get this heaven in a jar. (I ordered mine off of Amazon since we live in the middle of nowhere!)
And that is it from me! Have a fabulous Monday, ya'll! Make today your best Monday yet!
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| "Can we please go to bed now, momma??" :) |
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