Shannon - 3.25.06

Well, I'm signing up for the accountability too. This will be good for me to actually put in writing my goals. The past few weeks I haven't been aiming for anything and have been successful! :) The last time I lost a lot of weight conscientiously was through an accountability/Bible Study program called "Uncommon Vessels". It was good for me. My goal is to lose 15-20 more pounds of baby weight. It's been three months so no more excuses. I think eventually I'm going to have to journal what I eat daily and count the calories b/c I don't realize how they add up. Plus, that helps me control my portions. My weakness is on Sundays. We go to church in Williamsburg, VA and hang out at the Pastor's house all day and have a potluck. There's always so much good food, that I feel like I should indulge myself, but realize that's not healthy. Like Alicia, eating out is also a weakness for me. My diet has been limited with what Esther is able to tolerate, but I really need to incorporate more fruits and vegetables. Stephen works 2nd shift, so we don't 'sit down' for meals that often right now and a lot of time I don't feel motivated to eat a healthy meal if it's just me. Anyways, my goal is to lose the weight and to eat healthy. I want to try to do that by:
1. Exercising 3-5 times a week.
2. Drinking 60 oz of water a day. (thereby limiting my calories from other drinks)
3. Desserts 2 times a week. (okay I'm starting by setting attainable goals :)