I'm so sorry I'm behind!
Let's see if I can catch up at least with the weight loss progress, yes?
Well. I am holding steady at my low weight, rather disappointingly. I measured my waist again last week, and I was down another inch, which is FANTASTIC, but I'd loooove to see some of that reflected on the scale.
However, as I continue to work through this process, I am coming to the conclusion that I am STILL not eating enough. This is a humbling, and very upsetting realization for me. It is not something I like to talk about, and I will not go there, but I have had great struggles with my eating habits in the past, and I am determined to do this properly. But that may mean I need to eat more.... which is difficult. I'm just not sure how much more I can manage to eat- I'm rarely hungry, and I eat three meals a day.
In a similar vein, I have slipped a bit in my eating habits. They are still very good, but I have allowed a little junk back into my life. I'm ok with that, but I am, always, learning balance. An ongoing struggle in my life!
Wednesday, February 15, 2012
Wednesday, February 1, 2012
Take THAT!
OH MY GOODNESS, you GUYS! (and girls and everyone else)
Today, I stepped on the scale, and GUESS WHAT?!
I am now officially at my thinnest adult weight. I KNOW!
I lost SIXTEEN pounds in January. SIXTEEN! I'm just so EXCITED!!
So today, I went to Old Navy, my favorite place to try on jeans. And although I did not buy them, I am SO pleased to report that I have gone down a pants size. I have never EVER worn this next size down, and BAM they buttoned right up. So that was a real win also.
And to TOP it ALL off, yesterday, my voice teacher says to me "dang, girl, you're getting skinny!"
Yes. Yes I am.
PS: I am gonna learn how to queue posts tonight, so I'll have other things to post, soon. It just feels like when I have time to write isn't a good writing time, ya know? Fixing ASAP!
Today, I stepped on the scale, and GUESS WHAT?!
I am now officially at my thinnest adult weight. I KNOW!
I lost SIXTEEN pounds in January. SIXTEEN! I'm just so EXCITED!!
So today, I went to Old Navy, my favorite place to try on jeans. And although I did not buy them, I am SO pleased to report that I have gone down a pants size. I have never EVER worn this next size down, and BAM they buttoned right up. So that was a real win also.
And to TOP it ALL off, yesterday, my voice teacher says to me "dang, girl, you're getting skinny!"
Yes. Yes I am.
PS: I am gonna learn how to queue posts tonight, so I'll have other things to post, soon. It just feels like when I have time to write isn't a good writing time, ya know? Fixing ASAP!
Thursday, January 26, 2012
well, it WAS Wednesday...
Today just got so busy! But I'm still awake, so it is still Wednesday, right? RIGHT!
I'll be brief: I didn't make it to my goal of four pounds. I'm concerned I'm not eating enough calories, and I'm looking into upping my intake- I think I might be at less than 1000/day right now. I need to be shooting for 1200, minimum.
I lost one pound this week. Which, while still a success, is a bit disappointing. Or was, until I tried a different measurement.
As most of you (probably) know, I work almost full time in a costume shop. I've also acted for the department the shop is in, so I have, in the shop, a measurement sheet. It was taken 14 months ago. Today, feeling down about my weight loss or lack thereof, I measured my waist. 35. Then, I got out my measurement sheet from 11/2010. Checked my waist measurement... annnnnnnnd: it was 38 3/4. That's right, nearly 4 inches off my waist in just over a year.
I felt pretty great about that!
Hope you're all having a healthy, happy, creative week!
I'll be brief: I didn't make it to my goal of four pounds. I'm concerned I'm not eating enough calories, and I'm looking into upping my intake- I think I might be at less than 1000/day right now. I need to be shooting for 1200, minimum.
I lost one pound this week. Which, while still a success, is a bit disappointing. Or was, until I tried a different measurement.
As most of you (probably) know, I work almost full time in a costume shop. I've also acted for the department the shop is in, so I have, in the shop, a measurement sheet. It was taken 14 months ago. Today, feeling down about my weight loss or lack thereof, I measured my waist. 35. Then, I got out my measurement sheet from 11/2010. Checked my waist measurement... annnnnnnnd: it was 38 3/4. That's right, nearly 4 inches off my waist in just over a year.
I felt pretty great about that!
Hope you're all having a healthy, happy, creative week!
Wednesday, January 18, 2012
goodness, how quick a week flies
well, the best laid plans of Charis often come crashing down. I have a whole bunch of posts in my head- does that count?
Anyway, time for a fitness update, yah? It's Wednesday!
Well, this week was slightly better. I went to the gym several times- although, not quite enough. Still going to Yoga and Yoga Sculpt, which I am loooooving. And it is killlling me!
Also, I'm down 3 pounds this week, which puts me almost back to where I was after week One.
And finally, and possibly more exciting, I realized this week that I need to lose 4 more pounds and then, I will be at my thinnest adult weight EVER.
What a goal! Next week? Let's find out!
Anyway, time for a fitness update, yah? It's Wednesday!
Well, this week was slightly better. I went to the gym several times- although, not quite enough. Still going to Yoga and Yoga Sculpt, which I am loooooving. And it is killlling me!
Also, I'm down 3 pounds this week, which puts me almost back to where I was after week One.
And finally, and possibly more exciting, I realized this week that I need to lose 4 more pounds and then, I will be at my thinnest adult weight EVER.
What a goal! Next week? Let's find out!
Wednesday, January 11, 2012
A battle of wills
This week wasn't as good, friends.
In fact, much to my consternation and di,sbelief (and frustration!) I have GAINED four pounds.
I do NOT understand! My only logical explanation is that Yoga, like dance, is going to build muscle mass before it trims fats. I don't actually know if this is the truth- anyone got any knowledge about that?
It's frustrating, to say the least, to have gained back some of last week's success. I've been eating well, managing my portions, and I did go to that Yoga Sculpt class last week, in addition to Yoga yesterday and cardio on Monday and again tonight.
So eventually, it'll catch up, right? Because I'm eating very healthy, and I'm working out like crazy. (for me!) I tend to eat very healthy, and I maintain my weight and even lose very slowly without any extra working out, so I KNOW the work outs HAVE to catch up with me. Right?! No way of getting around it, my body is going to trim down.
Once it realizes I have dug my heels in, and that this time, it can't fool me into quitting!
In fact, much to my consternation and di,sbelief (and frustration!) I have GAINED four pounds.
I do NOT understand! My only logical explanation is that Yoga, like dance, is going to build muscle mass before it trims fats. I don't actually know if this is the truth- anyone got any knowledge about that?
It's frustrating, to say the least, to have gained back some of last week's success. I've been eating well, managing my portions, and I did go to that Yoga Sculpt class last week, in addition to Yoga yesterday and cardio on Monday and again tonight.
So eventually, it'll catch up, right? Because I'm eating very healthy, and I'm working out like crazy. (for me!) I tend to eat very healthy, and I maintain my weight and even lose very slowly without any extra working out, so I KNOW the work outs HAVE to catch up with me. Right?! No way of getting around it, my body is going to trim down.
Once it realizes I have dug my heels in, and that this time, it can't fool me into quitting!
Monday, January 9, 2012
All Natural Hair Care
I have, in my opinion, very pretty hair. It is, in fact, my favorite physical feature. That being said, switching hair care products is a Big Deal in my life.
So switching to not using Shampoo? Color me terrified. But I have done a lot of research. I have read tens of blog posts about how much healthier the writers' hair was, and how lovely it felt, and how freaking CHEAP their new routine was.
"Ok, self." I thought. You can do this. What do you have to lose? Ignoring the part of me that was screaming "YOUR HAIR! WHAT WILL IT DO TO YOUR HAIR?!", I etched the little shampoo bottle, and mixed up the batch of "shampoo". Here's the first recipe I tried:
No 'Poo Shampoo
1- 3/4 warm water
2 tablespoons baking soda
a few drops peppermint and orange essential oils.
That's it! I mixed together, and used part of it on my head the next morning.
The results were... questionable. At best. It's been almost a week, and I'm still not sure I can handle this. My hair is dry, tangly, and funny feeling. It isn't...oily, necessarily... it just feels... funny. I was reading today that it doesn't work as well unless you do both parts at once (the second part being the apple cider vinegar conditioner) and so maybe I'll go buy some of that and give the pair a try. I've used the vinegar rinse before, and was pleased with the result.
In the meantime, I am trying to stick it out for two weeks. That seems to be a turning point- takes hair that long to adjust and stop over producing oils. That's 8 more washes, give or take. *deep nose breaths*
I'm trying... and I'll keep you posted!
So switching to not using Shampoo? Color me terrified. But I have done a lot of research. I have read tens of blog posts about how much healthier the writers' hair was, and how lovely it felt, and how freaking CHEAP their new routine was.
"Ok, self." I thought. You can do this. What do you have to lose? Ignoring the part of me that was screaming "YOUR HAIR! WHAT WILL IT DO TO YOUR HAIR?!", I etched the little shampoo bottle, and mixed up the batch of "shampoo". Here's the first recipe I tried:
No 'Poo Shampoo
1- 3/4 warm water
2 tablespoons baking soda
a few drops peppermint and orange essential oils.
That's it! I mixed together, and used part of it on my head the next morning.
The results were... questionable. At best. It's been almost a week, and I'm still not sure I can handle this. My hair is dry, tangly, and funny feeling. It isn't...oily, necessarily... it just feels... funny. I was reading today that it doesn't work as well unless you do both parts at once (the second part being the apple cider vinegar conditioner) and so maybe I'll go buy some of that and give the pair a try. I've used the vinegar rinse before, and was pleased with the result.
In the meantime, I am trying to stick it out for two weeks. That seems to be a turning point- takes hair that long to adjust and stop over producing oils. That's 8 more washes, give or take. *deep nose breaths*
I'm trying... and I'll keep you posted!
Thursday, January 5, 2012
Winter Bathroom Makeover Part 1
Hey friends!
You know how I mentioned I was redecorating my bathroom? Well, I have started it! Just LOOK at what I made the other night:
Yep, I made THAT! It's for the shampoo I've started making. Wanna know how? Read on, loyal readers!
How to: Etch a Glass bottle
Materials & Tools
-glass bottle of your choice (or container, or whatever)
-Armour Etch Etching Cream. Available at craft stores. Cost: about $12 (but it is enough for LOTS of projects!)
-masking tape
-exacto knife
-permanent marker
Step One:
Make sure bottle is clean and dry. Take a strip of masking tape and stick it firmly to the surface you want etched. Using your nail, a butter knife edge or a credit card, make sure your tape is really and truly stuck.
Step Two:
Using your permanent marker, draw out your shape. I made an "S" because it is a Shampoo bottle.
See how mine is a liiiiiiiittle sloppy? That's fine. Don't sweat it.
Step 4:
Using your exacto knife, carefully cut out your shape. Here's where it is very important to be neat- any sloppiness will show when you're done!
Step Five:
Open your Etch Cream carefully. BE CAREFUL! If you get it on your skin, the bottle says to CALL POISON CONTROL. PLEASEPLEASE PLEASE be careful, and use gloves if you're sloppy! The cream is thick-ish. It won't drip if you're careful. Now, using your paintbrush, layer that paint on there like crazy. Don't be shy! Fill in the shape completely.
Step Six:
Let dry about 7-9 minutes. Just said it aside and wait. Remember not to touch! (This is a great time to make your shampoo if that's what you're doing!)
Step Seven:
Wash off under hot running water. This gets rid of the etch cream AND the tape, so it is perfect!
Behold! Your magical etching powers! THINK OF WHAT YOU CAN DO! THE POWER! THE THRILL! THE...
right. Enough. Well, have fun anyway
till next time-
<3
You know how I mentioned I was redecorating my bathroom? Well, I have started it! Just LOOK at what I made the other night:
Yep, I made THAT! It's for the shampoo I've started making. Wanna know how? Read on, loyal readers!
How to: Etch a Glass bottle
Materials & Tools
-glass bottle of your choice (or container, or whatever)
-Armour Etch Etching Cream. Available at craft stores. Cost: about $12 (but it is enough for LOTS of projects!)
-masking tape
-exacto knife
-permanent marker
Step One:
Make sure bottle is clean and dry. Take a strip of masking tape and stick it firmly to the surface you want etched. Using your nail, a butter knife edge or a credit card, make sure your tape is really and truly stuck.
Step Two:
Using your permanent marker, draw out your shape. I made an "S" because it is a Shampoo bottle.
See how mine is a liiiiiiiittle sloppy? That's fine. Don't sweat it.
Step 4:
Using your exacto knife, carefully cut out your shape. Here's where it is very important to be neat- any sloppiness will show when you're done!
Step Five:
Open your Etch Cream carefully. BE CAREFUL! If you get it on your skin, the bottle says to CALL POISON CONTROL. PLEASEPLEASE PLEASE be careful, and use gloves if you're sloppy! The cream is thick-ish. It won't drip if you're careful. Now, using your paintbrush, layer that paint on there like crazy. Don't be shy! Fill in the shape completely.
Step Six:
Let dry about 7-9 minutes. Just said it aside and wait. Remember not to touch! (This is a great time to make your shampoo if that's what you're doing!)
Step Seven:
Wash off under hot running water. This gets rid of the etch cream AND the tape, so it is perfect!
Behold! Your magical etching powers! THINK OF WHAT YOU CAN DO! THE POWER! THE THRILL! THE...
right. Enough. Well, have fun anyway
till next time-
<3
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