average jane.

I fell off the wagon again and got into a severely depressed state. 

I have been BodyRocking in the morning for about 2 weeks and I recently had a stomach virus that helped me lose 7 lbs (2in around my waist) in that time.  A BIG THANK YOU TO THE STOMACH VIRUS!!!  It was a nice jump start back into the healthy lifestyle that I want to lead.  I have also been attempting to go Paleo during the last 4 days..it's tough, very tough!  Today I'm pretty sure I experienced what they call a 'carb crash', I had to take a nap.  Surprisingly, I'm finding that I miss soda more than grains and I drank a coke tonight with dinner.  I found it unsatisfying; the carbonation was unsettling, so weird, considering how much I long for it.  The whole experience..the flavor, fizz, and caffeine, SO GOOD!!  My friend Richard forwarded me this video on sugar..very eye opening and I highly recommend it to anyone seeking information regarding their health. 

Today I feel confident in the health aspect of my life..I am using the patch to quit smoking, I'm exercising, drinking water instead of soda (my complexion is already improving) and attempting to maintain a 'Paleo' diet.  I'm still going to eat what we have in the house, but I will replace items with Paleo friendly alternatives when necessary.  For now, meat is meat and eggs are eggs. 

My boys are the inspiration for all of the upcoming changes in my life.  I am going to create a  healthy and happy environment for them to grow into men and I can't wait!!  Currently, my living situation is less than ideal..my family and I live with my retired mother, as well as, a friend of the family.  We live in a house, but I am definitely ready to have a space for my immediate family alone.  I need to focus on my husband and children, as they are the most important thing to me.  I am putting 1st and doing what I know, is the best thing for all of us.  I am moving my family out of town on April 1st and I have absolutely no idea how that is going to be accomplished?!  It scares me and puts a knot in my stomach.  I know it will happen and I am super excited!!!

CHEERS!!!  to the life you have always wanted..it's waiting for you!!