Hello all!  I wanted to share something- a friend reached out to me and let me know they were so inspired by reading this blog of mine, that they were considering creating one for themselves for their own journey to dietary health.  I was very thrilled to hear this!  I consider that a huge success for this blog.  Aside from holding myself accountable, this blog was created to document my journey and also inspire others.  So, I can definitely say that this blog is holding me accountable and inspiring others.  I do need to be better about documenting what I am doing.  I was better about that in the beginning.  I tracked and reported daily diets, took pictures of myself, my food, and shared my results.  Then I felt like it was always the same thing over and over again because I am a creature of habit and I rarely switch it up too much.  So perhaps I can up my game on how I get through these last ten pounds, and from there how I maintain my new healthy BMI.

As for today’s current status…I gained a pound back.  I was 145 flat this morning.  I am not terribly concerned.  I can say with confidence as I have several times throughout this process- it will come back off.  Also, the cause is pretty clear to me (which is good news, so that I can adjust some choices).  I have been having guacamole quite a bit this week.  Guacamole is a great nutrient!  The problem lies in how much I love it!  I usually over-eat when I have it.  So there it is again…big dinners get me every time!!! No matter though!  My body has adjusted very well and I am excited for what the next ten pounds gone do for my health and happiness!

Lastly, I want to share a very small success but huge in the recovery story of my hip.  I ran twice this week.  I did a nice walking warm up each time and then kept it slow and comfortable.  Both runs have left me feeling good and with no escalated hip-oriented issues afterwards.  I am considering seeing a physical therapist also, as I do not want to miss out on the summer running season!

 Here’s wishing you all the best- be well!