I’ve been walking a lot in snow of late, piles and piles of frozen snow. Having a dog that like to walk in any weather takes me into the elements in a way I have not done since the days of being a mail man so many years ago. I like the cold dampness of snow being all around, the whiteness of its layers and how it changes hues depending on the time of day or what light it reflects.
When I look at the snow intently while being surrounded by it, I feel like as if I’ve left the earth and am floating upon and within the clouds in the sky. It is so ephemeral, this snow, much like life in general, always changing and shifting in its inherent nature … slowly going away with the mid February sun upon it, so gradual in its dissipation, up and until that one warm cloudless day comes … and it is suddenly gone.
Another Enemy
Radio
Come On Baby
Another Enemy
Roll The Dice
Sound of the Rain
Get Goin’
Liar Liar
Like and Eagle In The Sky
She Thinks She’s Jesus
Back Away
Animal (Bonus Track Version)
Your Love Is My Drug
Tik Tok
Take It Off
Kiss ‘n’ Tell
Stephen
Blah Blah Blah (ft. 3oh!3)
Hungover
Party At a Rich Dude’s House
Backstabber
Blind
Dinosaur
Dancing With Tears In My Eyes
Boots & Boys
Animal
VIP
Tik Tok (Wolfedelic Club Mix)
I’ve been thinking about that today. It has been almost 30 days since I started my carbohydrate addicts diet. I haven’t cheated, not once. Well, that is until tonight. Am I giving up? I don’t know.
I am tired. I am tired of thinking about food. I am really tired of dealing with food isshoos.
I made a decision to take a break tonight but only if I blogged about it.
Here is what my head knows. God’s plan is for His children to take care of their bodies. Eating right, exercising, and getting enough sleep are all beneficial for healthy living. Water is much better for the body than soda. Carbs are not my friend. Most importantly – God loves me even though I am overweight. This is not an excuse to stay this way but it is important to remember that nothing I do earns His love.
My cholesterol is low, I don’t have high blood pressure, and I am not taking any medications. I’d like to keep it that way.
Yet, here is what my mind thinks. Who has time to make a salad? Grabbing something on the run works. I really get tired of rabbit food. It costs more and takes more time to eat healthy and who has time for that? Exercise? You have got to be kidding. How can I fit that in?
Here is what my body tells me. Food is good! Carbs are a great stress reducer. Soda tastes better than coffee and certainly better than water. Hungry now! and the most common one — What are you thinking – that is not what I want! Food can have a numbing effect – some refer to it as the ‘carb coma’.
Here is what the scale tells me. I gain a pound or two right after starting a diet. How does that make sense? Then I start to lose –Two pounds here, two more here, then up a pound………….down a pound, down two pounds, up two and half pounds…… down four pounds, down three and so forth.
I have decided the scale is not my friend. It has been a tool used in the past to derail my efforts. That said I still feel compelled to step on it. Like this morning — 13 1/2 pounds – not bad for almost 30 days. Yet it doesn’t seem to be enough for all the effort given.
So tonight I will have my pizza and ice cream. Let me tell you it is yummy!!! Tomorrow? Maybe I should get some extra sleep.
I know females tend to be fucked up when it comes to dieting and self esteem and body image and all the stuff that makes it great to be a girl.
But sometimes I just can’t sympathize.
For the most part I’m surrounded by very well adjusted, not insane women. (Generally I hang around bitches…you know, the kind that act like men. It makes it more tolerable fo sho. Yeah, that’s right, I said it.)
But there’s always exceptions. Now there’s alot of reasons to hate Terri, but I think I’ll just stick to her diet for this entry. Although tangents are possible.
Terri (this is her real name, and I would almost bet money that she has a wordpress blog, and it is about her diet.)
Terri is 40-ish, approximately 5 feet, and 300 pounds.
Now, for clarification, I’m not a hater, I was friends with her for a long time. My problem with her is that she was in total denial of her weight, why she was fat and that “this time will be the time” attitude.
No, Terri, it’s actually never going to happen.
Here is why:
1- You aren’t going to lose 150 pounds this year because your goal is to walk 365 miles on your treadmill. When you break it down, did you notice that is only 1 mile a day? I mean, it’s easy math, how did you not realize it. And the fact that is a big goal for you shows how little you move to start with. This make God cry on the inside.
2- You can’t start Weight Watchers and then immediately after the meeting go out for lunch and eat cake. (I mean yes, I suppose you can, because it’s an eat what you want type “diet” but…previous tries have showed you that no, actually cake while on the weight Watchers diet does NOT let you lose weight. In fact you gain weight.)
3- You can’t eat entire pizzas for dinner. It does not matter that it is a whole wheat crust and low fat cheese. IT IS STILL AN ENTIRE PIZZA! (Note: The only reason I know this is becuase I have shown up unexpectedly to find a freshly delivered pizza….with only 2 pieces left…..Okay, maybe I have done the same thing, but I don’t justify it. I admit to being a pig…and it’s usually a result of lack of sex. And 1 pizza weighs less then 1 pregnancy. Ok…I guess I just justified it.)
4- You can’t drink protein shakes instead of water. And walking on your treadmill for 20 minutes does NOT justify a 200 calorie protein shake!
5-If you live 4 blocks from the mall, and instead of walk that in 10 minutes, you wait half an hour to catch a bus….your pants will never fit.
6- Speaking of pants, you know when you kept buying the same size of pants that had that “innovative gut flattening panel” and they kept splitting the entire crotch out? Yeah, your gut has to go somewhere!
7-Remember when you had that “boyfriend” for 9 months, but you only went out in public twice, and he would only come over Saturday nights to eat your food and watch a movie, and have sex with you…but would never spend the night? Yeah…that’s not a boyfriend. *Tangent
8-Remember that time you bought a see-through bra/panty set and you asked if you could model it for me? And I said no. Yeah, that STILL gives me the no feeling. *Tangent
9-Remember when you had that interview to go on the Biggest Loser (or some sort of show) and you told them that you had tried like a million times to lose weight and it never worked…and they asked you what would be different this time…and you froze?
(Note: I HATE the whiny fat bitches on those shows. I love watching them but my god, all the blubbering? Fuck me in the ears so I don’t have to hear the whining anymore! And in this case the guys are just as bad as the women…I guess once they grow tits…)
10- You are 40 years old, you can’t hit on my friends and coworkers and expect them not to get freaked out about it. You aren’t a cougar, you are that woman that washes herself with a rag on a stick and yells “mama’s programs on” when the fat shows start.
Also, you can’t be 200 pounds over weight, and advertise yourself as “a little overweight” on dating sites. And have hiking, sports, the outdoors, and the gym listed as interests. How are they NOT going to be disapointed when they meet you? Clearly you’ve got this all wrong.
Ok…so half of this was a tangent.
Have I ever mentioned I hate women? (But only the annoying ones.)
You’re probably well aware of Marina and The Diamonds – but just in case, here’s a taster.
She’s a Welsh/Greek songstress who is, quite frankly awesome. Her full album is out next week but can currently be previewed at Myspace
She came 2nd in the BBC ‘Artists to watch in 2010′ – but I think she should be 1st. I’m gutted I don’t have tickets to see her… One to watch, methinks.
And the Noble Art of Irony
A Kid Called Down
Cut/Paste
Who’s Your Villain?
Split The Cake
Pretty Teeth
110%
Luck Comes Easy
Nothing More, Just a Lie
Red Lights
If You’re Stark, Then I’m Vaughn
On a Line
Get Up Again – Over and Out
Pretty Teeth (Unplugged Session)
Everyone knows the keys to losing weight: Eat less and exercise more. Sounds simple enough, but in the context of real life and its demands, it can be anything but simple. So how do successful losers do it? To find out, WebMD asked experts across the country for their best diet tips.
Here’s what they said:
Best Diet Tip No. 1: Drink plenty of water or other calorie-free beverages.People sometimes confuse thirst with hunger. So you can end up eating extra calories when an ice-cold glass of water is really what you need.
“If you don’t like plain water, try adding citrus or a splash of juice, or brew infused teas like mango or peach, which have lots of flavor but no calories,” says Cynthia Sass, RD, a spokeswoman for the American Dietetic Association.
Best Diet Tip No. 2: Think about what you can add to your diet, not what you should take away.
Start by focusing on getting the recommended 5-9 servings of fruits and vegetables each day.
“It sounds like a lot, but it is well worth it, because at the same time you are meeting your fiber goals and feeling more satisfied from the volume of food,” says chef Laura Pansiero, RD.
You’re also less likely to overeat because fruits and vegetables displace fat in the diet. And that’s not to mention the health benefits of fruits and vegetables. More than 200 studies have documented the disease-preventing qualities of phytochemicals found in produce, says Pansiero.
Her suggestion for getting more: Work vegetables into meals instead of just serving them as sides on a plate.
“I love to take seasonal vegetables and make stir-fries, frittatas, risotto, pilafs, soups, or layer on sandwiches,” Pansiero says. “It is so easy to buy a variety of vegetables and incorporate them into dishes.”
Best Diet Tip No. 3: Consider whether you’re really hungry.
Whenever you feel like eating, look for physical signs of hunger, suggests Michelle May, MD, author of Am I Hungry?
“Hunger is your body’s way of telling you that you need fuel, so when a craving doesn’t come from hunger, eating will never satisfy it,” she says.
When you’re done eating, you should feel better — not stuffed, bloated, or tired.
“Your stomach is only the size of your fist, so it takes just a handful of food to fill it comfortably,” says May.
Keeping your portions reasonable will help you get more in touch with your feelings of hunger and fullness.
Best Diet Tip No. 4: Be choosy about nighttime snacks.
Mindless eating occurs most frequently after dinner, when you finally sit down and relax.
“Sitting down with a bag of chips or cookies in front of the television is an example of eating amnesia, where you mindlessly eat without being hungry, but out of habit,” says American Dietetic Association spokesperson Malena Perdomo, RD.
Either close down the kitchen after a certain hour, or allow yourself a low-calorie snack, like a 100-calorie pack of cookies or a half-cup scoop of low-fat ice cream. Once you find that you’re usually satisfied with the low-cal snack, try a cup of zero-calorie tea, suggests Perdomo.
Best Diet Tip No. 5: Enjoy your favorite foods.
“I think putting your favorite foods off limits leads to weight gain because it triggers ‘rebound’ overeating,” says Sass.
Instead of cutting out your favorite foods altogether, be a slim shopper. Buy one fresh bakery cookie instead of a box, or a small portion of candy from the bulk bins instead of a whole bag.
“You can enjoy your favorite foods, but you must do so in moderation,” says Sass.
Best Diet Tip No. 6: Enjoy your treats away from home.
When you need a treat, Ellie Krieger, RD, host of Food Network’s Healthy Appetite, suggests taking a walk to your local ice cream parlor or planning a family outing.
“By making it into an adventure, you don’t have to worry about the temptation of having treats in the house, and it is a fun and pleasurable way to make it work when you are trying to lose weight,” says Krieger.
And for those times you just can’t get out? Krieger stocks her kitchen with fresh fruit, which she thinks can be every bit as delicious as any other dessert.
Best Diet Tip No. 7: Eat several mini-meals during the day.
If you eat fewer calories than you burn, you will lose weight. But when you’re hungry all the time, eating fewer calories can be challenging.
“Studies show people who eat 4-5 meals or snacks per day are better able to control their appetite and weight,” says obesity researcher Rebecca Reeves, DrPH, RD.
She recommends dividing your daily calories into smaller meals or snacks and enjoying as many of them as you can early in the day — dinner should be the last time you eat.
Best Diet Tip No. 8: Eat protein at every meal.
Protein is more satisfying than carbohydrates or fats, and thus may be the new secret weapon in weight control.
” Diets higher in protein [and] moderate in carbs, along with a lifestyle of regular exercise, have an excellent potential to help weight loss,” says University of Illinois protein researcher Donald Layman, PhD.
Getting enough protein helps preserve muscle mass and encourages fat burning while keeping you feeling full. So be sure to include healthy protein sources, like yogurt, cheese, nuts, or beans, at meals and snacks.
Best Diet Tip No. 9: Spice it up.
Add spices or chiles to your food for a flavor boost that can help you feel satisfied.
“Food that is loaded with flavor will stimulate your taste buds and be more satisfying so you won’t eat as much,” says Perdomo.
When you need something sweet, suck on a red-hot fireball candy for a long-lasting burst of sweetness with just a few calories.
Best Diet Tip No. 10: Stock your kitchen with healthy convenience foods.
Having ready-to-eat snacks and meals-in-minutes staples on hand sets you up for success. You’ll be less likely to hit the drive-through or call in a pizza order if you can make a healthy meal in 5 or 10 minutes.
Sass stocks her kitchen with:
94% fat-free microwave popcorn (20-25 calories per cup, and you can make it in two minutes or less)
Frozen vegetables
Bags of pre-washed greens
Canned diced tomatoes
Canned beans
Whole-grain wraps or pitas
Pre-cooked grilled chicken breasts
A few containers of pre-cooked brown rice
Within minutes, she can toss together a healthy medley.
Best Diet Tip No. 11: Order childrenâs portions at restaurants.
“When you are eating out, order a child’s pizza or a small sandwich as an easy way to trim calories and get your portions under control,” suggest Perdomo.
Another trick is to use smaller plates. This helps the portions look like more, and if your mind is satisfied, your stomach likely will be, too.
Best Diet Tip No. 12: Eat foods in season.
“If you don’t love certain fruits or vegetables, it could be because you ate them out of season when they have little taste or flavor,” says Pensiero. “When you eat seasonally, fruits and vegetables are more flavorful, at their best, and I promise you won’t be disappointed.”
At GiGi’s Trattoria, her restaurant in Rhinebeck, N.Y., she serves simple fruit desserts, like naturally sweet strawberries topped with aged balsamic vinegar, or low-fat yogurt or fresh berries in a compote.
Best Diet Tip No. 13: Swap a cup of pasta for a cup of vegetables.
Simply by eating less pasta or bread and more veggies, you could lose a dress or pants size in a year.
“You can save from 100-200 calories if you reduce the portion of starch on your plate and increase the amount of vegetables,” says Sass.
Best Diet Tip No. 14: Use non-food alternatives to cope with stress.
Sooner or later, you’re going to be faced with a stressful situation. Instead of turning to food for comfort, be prepared with some non-food tactics that work for you.
Sass suggests reading a few chapters in a novel, listening to music, writing in a journal, practicing meditative deep breathing, or looking at a photo album of loved ones.
Best Diet Tip No. 15: Be physically active.
Although it may seem counterintuitive, don’t use exercise either to punish yourself for eating or to “earn” the right to eat more.
“When you do, it sets up a negative thought pattern, which is why so many people say they hate to exercise,” says May.
Instead, focus on how great you feel, how much better you sleep and how much more energy you have when you exercise. Physical activity is good for you whether you are trying to lose weight or not, so keep it positive and build a lifelong habit.
By Kathleen M. Zelman, MPH, RD, LD – Experts share their top tips for weight loss success.
Lent is a season of forty days, not counting Sundays. It begins on Ash Wednesday and ends on Holy Saturday (the day before Easter). The word “Lent” comes from the Anglo-Saxon word lencten, which means “spring.”
The Lenten season is a time to prepare for celebrating Easter. Historically, Lent began as a period for fasting and preparation for baptism by converts. It then became a time for penance by all Christians. Because Sundays are always “little Easters,” the penitential spirit of Lent should be tempered with the joyful expectation of the Resurrection.
Ash Wednesday is accompanied by special worship services that begin this period of fasting and penance, including the imposition of ashes in many Christian churches.
Beginning tomorrow and continuing through Lent, we will post a daily Lenten devotional (not including Sundays which are not part of Lent), “Basic Biblical Teachings for the Godly, Moral Life,” which will challenge us to encounter (again) basic Judeo-Christian principles for living, and to examine how well we reflect them in our living. Take a few minutes each day to join us on this journey through Lent.
For weeks now millions of people have responded to help disaster victims in Haiti. New crises bring heightened awareness of the value and the needs of the most impoverished of God’s Creation. God gives us the ability to step outside our own problems and respond. We enter the Lenten period as a time for “refueling” by drawing closer to God to learn more about who we are and what God expects of us as we relate to His Creation—human, animal, and all the rest.
For some time, my husband, Monte, has been concerned about today’s young generation and the ethical behavior which they are exposed to in today’s society. He sees the inconsistencies in what they experience in society and what is taught by Biblical Scripture, where lessons on “The Godly, Moral Life,” are presented.
As a step in counteracting society’s UnGodly, Immoral life lessons, he developed (and I edited) a series of forty lessons, one for each day in Lent, beginning tomorrow, Ash Wednesday.
He has written the introduction printed below. Carolyn Holland
Introduction- In this day and age, as it was in years past, many people live without an adequate knowledge of basic Godly and moral principles as taught in the Bible. Today, more than ever, individuals in public and private life are pushing the bounds of their life choices beyond traditional moral standards. On the other hand, we are not talking about going back to the “good old days.” Frankly, they may not have been all that good.
The first assumption is this: many persons push moral bounds because they haven’t learned anything different.
A second assumption is: Biblical teachings about the Godly and moral life are solid standards to live by, and will guide us toward the highest quality of living that we can reach. Some detractors say that such teachings keep us from “having fun.” Not so! To the contrary, these teachings lead us to living in a way that is most fulfilling and leads to real joy and “fun,” in the best sense.
This study is not about doctrine or what one believes about details of the nature and worship of God. It is based on the assumption that there are standards to live by that have stood the test of time. It happens that one of the best sources is selected texts from the Holy Bible. I (we) will use these to put together 40 readings, one for each day in Lent, that are my (our) attempt to explore the “Godly, moral life.” I (we) hope you will journey through Lent with me (us.)
Visit Carolyn’s Compositions tomorrow to read A DAILY ON-LINE LENTEN STUDY GUIDE: 1.
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