Day 3-Pressing On

Menu-Breakfast-Tangerine
Lunch-Low Calorie Harvest Chicken Salad with tomatoes, lettuce, apples, craisins, cucumbers and low calorie Acai Vinaigrette Dressing.
Snack-1 oz of unsalted peanuts and raisins
Dinner-Shrimp and Spinach Tomato Tortellini with 32 ozs of water

Dessert-Small Slice of Banana Nut Bread

Day 3 Weight-Hello All!!!! Menu is looking much better today isn't it? What did it show me? That no matter what mistakes you make it is never too late to get it together! And of course today I started my day with prayer. The Word for today was about how to deal with unfairness on your job. It referenced a scripture that came out of the Book of Proverbs. Basically, it said that anything you do should be done heartily as it pleases God not man. It was more of a reference for unfair practices in the workplace such as getting mad if you are not recognized for your hard work or being angry that you were not promoted. But, I was attributing it to making my temple (body) the best possible body it can be. That means working hard to overcome distractions with eating and pushing myself to work out so that I can be in the best shape possible. And not because I want to look good and be envied but because God will be pleased with me taking care of the body He blessed me with! The scripture allowed me to feel strong throughout the day because I kept thinking about it. So it was a little harder today to choose to eat pizza or a greasy burger because that was not giving God my best. It does not mean I will never eat another burger it just means I will work hard to make smarter choices which in time will become a habit and then my lifestyle will be that of eating right exercising and losing weight. Then I can encourage others to do the same. I felt empowered today and was glad I did not get defeated from my “gorge-fest” on yesterday.

Day 3 Walk-So today a friend asked me a question about the Bible! I was stunned. I have never really talked to this person about church or God so I wondered why she chose me so, I asked her. She basically said because she felt like I would know. Wow! Did you know that someone is always watching what you do? Some people think if they walk around saying they are saved that this will impress others. But, people really see if you practice what you preach. My friend does not even go to church that much so she is really looking for someone she can trust to lead her in the right direction. I was honored and I really listened to her question and took my time to answer it. This is not a brag. For me it helped me to stay on the straight and narrow. By realizing I am being watched it makes me want to be even more obedient. 

Day 3 Wins-I did not lie today. I stuck with my plan. I gave a testimony today. I finished an assignment at work. I did not get offended today. I shared something today with someone I do not trust. I prayed for my mother-in-law about her healing from surgery. I told my family I loved them. I listened to my daughter today. I completed my blog. I called an old friend yesterday and told her I loved her. I laughed with my mom! I am planning a great birthday dinner with my husband tomorrow night! 

See, today was another good day. I felt in control of myself and felt like I was following in God's footsteps. I was not perfect because I said one cuss word today, but I am not defeated. I am truly ready to tackle these fears I have and I want to press on as I work to get this weight off of me. I want my husband to desire me and my kids to be proud that I have finally defeated a long time goal!! It will be just the motivation they need to set things in motion in their lives!! Well, I made a decision today to only write in my blog Monday- Friday and rest on the weekends. I really need that time to re-group and refresh and spend quality time with my family. So you all have a great weekend and God willing I will talk with you again on Monday! Don't forget the 3 w's are worth working for!! Do something nice for someone this weekend!! 

THIS JUST IN-My husband just walked in the door and said he had a surprise for me!! So I followed him as he asked me to see my surprise and he got me a magnifying mirror!!! I just cried and let me tell you why. For the past 2 weeks I have wanted to get the magnifying mirror. But every time I go to the store I forget to purchase one. But I have had a need for one. God gives you the desires of your heart. So He blessed me by pricking my husband’s heart to get me a mirror. When I asked my husband what made him get it, he told me his answer and it was the same reason why I wanted it!! Talk about being on one accord!! OK so I know it is corny, but I am never too amazed at ALL of God’s blessings!!