Before I talk about weighing in and other things, I’m going to share a picture of my new hair. It’s hard to take a photo of myself that shows the caramel highlights, but you will see that I had about 6 inches cut off. It’s long enough to put in a ponytail (which is imperative, of course,) but it’s also short enough to feel fresh. Between a fresh hairdo and making some healthy decisions, I’m feeling pretty good about myself these days, and that’s a relief.
Yesterday was weigh-in day, and I’m so happy to report that I am down 2.4 pounds this week. It’s nice to see the numbers moving in the right direction, and I’m continually reminding myself that it will work if I keep making the effort.
I track my food in WW e-tools, but I have had a good time playing with my daily calorie deficit on MyFitnessPal over the last few days. A friend, Mr. Good Example, and I have spent a lot of time trying to increase our calorie deficits, and I’m excited to see what I can do in the upcoming week.
It’s been a month since I re-joined Weight Watchers, and the accountability seems to be working. I think I’m just ready now, and I’m going to do my best to hold on to the knowledge that I can do this.
I lied to myself and others and made countless excuses for a long, long time. I’m sorry I did it, and I don’t do it anymore. Weight-loss is possible for you, and it’s possible for me too.
I can do this. I will do this. I am doing this.
I can do this. I will do this. I am doing this.
I can do this. I will do this. I am doing this.
I can do this. I will do this. I am doing this.
I can do this. I will do this. I am doing this.
I can do this. I will do this. I am doing this.
I can do this. I will do this. I am doing this.
I can do this. I will do this. I am doing this.
22 Comments
Margi Hansen
April 5, 2013 at 2:28 amCute hair! Is your jean jacket from OldNavy? How about the dress? They’re adorable
Kenlie
April 5, 2013 at 6:31 pmThanks, Margi. The jacket is from Avenue, and I picked up the dress for a few bucks at Ross. 🙂
Margi Hansen
April 6, 2013 at 3:56 pmI love my jean jacket from Old Navy. I’ve given up shopping for clothes at Ross, TJ Maxx, etc…but maybe I shouldn’t? 🙂
Patty
April 5, 2013 at 7:55 amI LOVE the hair! It’s so cute 🙂 Congrats on the can do attitude and the loss! Enjoy your weekend! xoxo
Kenlie
April 5, 2013 at 6:31 pmThanks, lovey. Your hair always looks gorgeous.
Angela @ Honey, I Shrunk the Mom
April 5, 2013 at 8:29 amGreat job!!
Susan
April 5, 2013 at 9:08 amYour hair is darling. Make you look younger!
Kenlie
April 5, 2013 at 6:32 pmThat’s GREAT to hear, Susan! Thank you! 🙂
Melissa
April 5, 2013 at 9:12 amYour hair looks wonderful! Great choice!
That voice in our heads that keeps us from doing things is the biggest hurdle to overcome. You can do it!
Kenlie
April 5, 2013 at 6:32 pmIt certainly is the hardest part.
Diana McAdams
April 5, 2013 at 9:18 amLove this !! Going to be my mantra in the upcoming days/weeks.months/YEARS !! 🙂
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Bailey @ Onederland or Bust!
April 5, 2013 at 9:53 amYou look great and congrats on the loss this week!
Kenlie
April 5, 2013 at 6:32 pmThanks, Bailey! 🙂
Tina
April 5, 2013 at 5:06 pmKenlie, you’re positively adorable. 🙂
Amy Medley
April 5, 2013 at 10:20 pmYou looks great! Congrats on the weight loss!
Anita Elmore
April 5, 2013 at 11:40 pmLove the hair….You are so freaking adorable!
That-a-girl! One of my favorite sayings is “Whether you believe you can, or you can’t, you’re right!” Congratulations on the positive changes (mind, new ‘do and weight). 🙂
Dane Thorsen
April 6, 2013 at 9:00 amGreat attitude. 80% of the battle is psychological
tiffany
April 6, 2013 at 2:07 pmThe Hair cut looks very nice
Melissa E.
April 6, 2013 at 6:54 pmBest of luck in your journey. I know how hard it is to make such huge changes in your life. It is only natural to have setbacks. 🙂
Melissa
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therightweighagain
April 7, 2013 at 2:24 pmI have a similar mantra playing in my head…good for you and success on WW. I tried the online version and even with the app on my iphone, the program had too many loopholes for me…I’m opting for a a different program in an attempt to get in control and see some progress. Good luck…I really like your blog!
*tara
April 10, 2013 at 12:01 pmIt’s adorable!
Margaret@WellnessCircle
April 15, 2013 at 4:28 pmYou go girl! You have a strong motivation and I know you can do this! Keep in mind to keep things simple and slowly, there’s no shortcuts here. And also, do weight loss in a healthy way, proper diet and exercise, they works well together but you need to work with them too and that’s what we called self discipline, make sense? Good luck!