Creative Counterpart

So, I’ve been contemplating the last couple of days whether to creat a new blog @ blogger.com. I Like the name creative counterpart and all, it’s just that I feel like I need something fresh, and something a little more catching and “me”. I’m a little frustrated with Wordpress (unhosted). I havn’t a way to host my blog at the moment (unless I talk up a friend of mine into letting me borrow some hosting space).

I just feel restricted here. I also know that I want to share my heart more on my blog. I want my theme to reflect who I am and what I have to share, that is why I feel so stuck.

Any Ideas?

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I tried Tae-Bo for the first time today. Oh my goodness! I couldn’t even finish the first workout video. I was sweating like a banshee. Maybe it’s just the thing I need to whip myself into shape. My weight loss to date is 21 lbs! Weight watchers is really working for me. I just have to keep up the work and stay away from the junk.

Last week, I decided to start using the Weight Watchers point system to lose weight and keep track of what I am eating. I’m excited to say that so far it has been fairly easy for me to follow and I am looking forward to making this a new lifestyle.  I am able to eat the foods that I love in moderation, and I’ve been adding healthier options to my diet to keep within my points range. I have learned so much about what I had been eating in one week, and how easy it is to change that. I do not feel deprived in the least, and can even still enjoy ice cream! Here is  sample of what I ate today:

Dijon tuna salad 2
2 slices bread 2
carrots 0
1 cup pretzels 2

(6)

south beach living bar 2
2 curves bars 2
1 cup grapes 1
4 fig bars 4

(9)

1 square lasagna 9
1 garlic toast 4
salad w/ salad spritzers & 1 tbsp crunchy toppings 0

(13)

I am allowed 41 points a day because I am nursing; And believe me, you need those extra points when you are nursing because it makes you HUNGRY. The points system has helped me to think about every single bite I take, and whether I really need it or not (and whether I can afford to eat it that day).  And, I would have to say that using the points system does not have to be expensive. Yes, I have spent a little extra money to buy some things such as curves bars and wish bone salad spritzers. But, all in all, it’s just about looking for the healthier options. I find that I am eating less of the junk food that we spend money on each trip to the grocery store. A bag of salad, some grapes, and some carrots cost nearly the same as a bag of chips, pretzels, or a package of cookies.

If you visit me, I would like to hear about your journey to staying healthy and fit. Has anything worked well for you? Please share it with me. If you use the weight watchers point system, what low point foods do you enjoy most?