Losing and Maintaining Weight

Creations from the journey

2009-05-18T11:27:00.002-04:00

I had to post this one, me holding up a couple of necklaces from the shop Kizito. The necklaces are created from magazines, newspapers, and beads. I was amazed by these since I work at a newspaper. There was also huge cookies that were sold there. The prices were great. The website can be located at www.kizito.com. Feel free to check it out, you can even order cookies. YUMMY!!!!

Finally a trip away

2009-05-18T10:59:00.004-04:00

Okay, okay so I haven't written in awhile, a long time actually. I guess, sometimes, we get so busy we almost forget about ourselves or let ourselves become less important with everything else going on. Thinking back to New Year's Eve, I wanted to take care of me but my number 1 resolution was to log everything: my time, organization, etc.... I used to have a ton of post-it's around saying things like what I was supposed to do then I could never find them, lol. When I did I was like, "What in the world does this mean?" LOL, makes me laugh because sometimes I am just like that.

You know since Thursday night I have been off work for vacation, so Thursday until Tuesday off on paid vacation. I was so glad to have spare time and not stress about where or when I had to be somewhere. How I was going to get a Tally for Weight Watchers done and everything? I almost feel in a way that sometimes I do everything for others and then I lose myself in that.

I went to Clarksville with Chris for the LPIN Convention. He did such a great job. The hotel was beautiful with a heated pool, lake view, workout gym, huge conference rooms, etc... It was great because Jenny and I ventured to places here and there throughout the convention, and I had the best time. I forgot how fun I could have with other ladies. We chatted about tons of things. She made me see a lot, not only everything that is outside of Indianapolis but also some advice here and there. I loved that because it has been so long that I have even gotten advice. Sometimes, I feel like I give myself advice. So, I want to go back to venture through some things in Louisville, Bardstown, etc. It was a blast. Some pictures of wonderful things there and soon a whole album will be posted at http://samanthadesigner.com/

Feel free to check it out, have a great day everyone:) And, thank you Jenny for being amazing company this weekend.

Thinking and thinking

2009-02-21T19:16:00.002-05:00

So, I'm just jotting down some feelings real quick so whoever reads just bare with me.... first off, I know I always write when I have things on my mind but who doesn't. It helps. I'm so tired, tired of everything, tired of working two jobs. It's exhausting, people around me tend to talk negative all the time and now it's got me doing it today. I had the most horrible morning, funny but horrible. I won't go into details but I made it through my day until now. I guess, sometimes I know where my dreams are but they seem so far away. I'm tired of working and stressing about both of my jobs. I know, I do a good job but sometimes it never feels good enough, you know. I never say... "Wow, Samantha you are doing it. I am proud of me." I know, I beat myself up especially when I am all alone in my place.

I have products everywhere, sometimes I can't escape it. My job is also at home. It invades my life and my space. Sometimes, I wonder what if I would stop leading meetings, helping others, just have one job, one life... would I be okay? Would I be happy with that or would I regret it? I work every single day, no one day off. My place is like a "Clean House" episode. Things piled up, papers lost in the mess, a closet that has clothes flowing out of it, etc, etc.... I try to put everything all together but my mind is a clutter like my apartment is.

I know, I'm getting overwhelmed, but wow what does one do when you never have enough hours in the day? You never have enough time to do what you want to do. I know, I need a mini-makeover of this place, my mind, and even just my thought process. I try to attend my meetings like I used to but then that back-fires and I end up helping or people ask me questions.

Sometimes, I just want to be a stranger in a crowd, that new member that no one knows. I miss that, I miss being rewarded for getting through the week without going to that food in my fridge to eat. It's hard helping others it really is when there is no one to help me. I feel lost in the clutter, and I've felt this way for awhile now.

Caution to internet users out there.....

2009-02-21T17:39:00.001-05:00

Hello to whoever reads this.... I wanted to post something regarding this site to whomever uses it. The site is the common "Fandango." I'm not even placing a link to this site on my site, since I now have this site blocked. Well to make a long story short, a third party through this site recently accessed my debit card number without my permission and was charging $12.00 twice a month from Reservation Rewards and Shoppers Discounts since December. It was a service I did not agree to, but they were taking money from my account each month so I'm in the process of getting my cards switched and refunds from their company. What a mess, but I wanted to warn everyone I knew. I keep thinking....was the "Twilight" movie worth all this, lol, maybe or maybe not.... But, beware Fandango users, since it happened to me it may have happened to you also.

Valentine's Day aproaching

2009-02-09T22:58:00.001-05:00

Is everyone ready for this coming Saturday, Valentine's Day? What is everyone doing? I was trying to research a couple of places, but everything is a bit expensive. First off, I hope everyone has a great Valentine's Day. Personally, it has never been one of my favorite holidays to celebrate. Maybe, all those years and months of seeing happy couples. But, I am proud to say I do have a Valentine this Valentine's Day again. Last year, I just had to take a picture....

AMAZING! A heart but inside isn't of the bad chocolates. It has the Weight Watcher 1 point chocolates. My Valentine is very creative, and he knows me oh so well. So, I'll keep everyone posted on what type of goodies I get this year.

Snow Days: 13" in Indy

2009-01-29T12:13:00.005-05:00

Well, well, well, I have to laugh because yesterday was a nightmare. A nightmare, and I tried to make the best of it. Well, my little Cobalt got stuck in the middle of the rode. I look over and a couple that was shoveling just gave up falling into the snow while taking cell phone pictures of the snow. I started laughing in a way then I wondered would I ever make it into work and would I get into trouble if I didn't. I was supposed to be there at 9am, but that didn't happen.

I couldn't just leave my car in the middle of the road, so I tried to push it, but no luck with that. I began to freak out just a little. I went back inside to get warm and cut some cardboard pieces to put under the wheels but still nothing, no hope. A man came from across the way, and I was so thankful. Thankful he came to the rescue. He pushed and pushed while I tried to steer the car. We finally got it back into a spot.

I begin calling everyone, Chris didn't answer, mom and dad already at work, and then Chad from work was getting ready for work. He was going to come and get me, but I didn't want him to be late for work so he went ahead to work. Chris called back, but he was also stuck too. I began researching and the bus was near, so I get back on my winter snow boots and off to the bus stop. Everyone their was freezing. They were glad I brought the schedule for the inbound stops for downtown. Then, there it was like a new light....the bus. Oh faithful, it would get me to work.

After getting off the bus, I thought...WOW, that was dedication but also a headache. I was so glad I was able to make up the time at work for when I arrived late, but I'm wondering was it worth it in a way. LOL, yes oh yes it was...as soon as I sat down to begin my morning at work. I hit the button to get a job and WOW.

My morning just got better, a picture of a lady was flashing me. I began talking a bit and laughing, "Okay guys what is this, umm how do I tone this?" I thought as taking a double and triple look...am I really at work, did the guys plan this job, is this a joke just the everyone came over to see what I had and then I zoomed out of the PDF image to see not only the upper half out there like it was but so was the lower half. WOW, so much information yet wondering what the CMYK percentage is of this..... Too funny, that made my day I would have to say. Thank you so much to my team leader for handling that image for me. I am still wondering if there should be some sort of cheat sheet on how to tone certain images like this. Let's just say the rest of the day I feared opening PDF images. Classic day!

And it begins

2009-01-24T01:00:00.002-05:00

HAHAHA, I had to title this post that because it feels like everyone around me is stressing out and I am the only one trying to hold it together. Okay, way back, if people remember the old Samantha. I stressed all the time, about everything. I used to have to do everything when I worked at Wheels & Deals in Fishers. It didn't seem fair either. I did it all and never got a "Good Job Samantha." "Way to go." I guess from there and to now, I have become someone different. It's not that I don't care, but I try to be the positive thinker of a group.

Everyone is stressing out at work. It's almost as if it follows me to my lunch breaks and then home. I try to seek peace, but it is really hard when people just keep talking about it nonstop. Now, for someone like me stress isn't good. I tend to not feel well and such. This week has been tough, but we all got through it. Please, everyone hang in there. Everyone voted for Obama, so why is it everyone is still fearing that they will lose their jobs? You all wanted him in office, and right now I don't see any change yet.

Pondering thoughts

2009-01-15T04:44:00.002-05:00

I usually try not to write much on these blogs but so much has been on my mind lately. The economy is bad, real bad. Everyone is worried and stressed as ever. I feel like I'm the only one staying positive. We found out a lot at work today, and on top of having an upset stomach it hit me pretty hard today. I've been sick with a stomach virus since Tuesday. I'm saving now, every week. So, anyone wanting to hang out I'm on a super tight budget. It's sad and times are rough, but we can all get through this.

Last Saturday, made me realize I am actually accomplishing what I wanted out of this whole journey not only to transform my lifestyle into a healthier one and to lose weight for myself, but to also help others with their journey. I wanted to give people hope out there that no matter who you are....you too can lose weight. Its hard for me to listen to people who do not even want to try to make a healthier lifestyle for themselves.

I try to motivate others in my life, but then at times I feel like that doesn't even work. I love being active and doing things, but when people want to sit around and not do anything then I become clueless. I begin questioning myself...what did I do wrong? What did I say? I understand that everything costs money, but some things don't and that's what I still miss from this whole weight loss journey. I miss walking in the park, going to museums, free shows, walking around in the mall, etc.... Just anything really.

I've learned that I'm not waiting around anymore I have for a very long time and I shouldn't. If you want to do something might as well do it alone. I did Weight Watchers alone from the very beginning. Sure, I would have loved someone to be my support and be by my side at the meetings to do this journey together, but it did not happen this way.

This morning though made me really proud of myself. Proud of what I have accomplished. Everyday is sometimes a struggle, but believing in one's self can get you through to a new tomorrow. Hang in there everyone, and so will I. Costs for a lot of things have gone way up, but think of what you are investing in regardless if it's higher priced food, a gym membership, whatever it takes to help through these hard times...my advice take care of yourself. You can do it, help reducing stress whatever it takes. Trying to get some more rest and get better, night everyone.

Resolutions

2008-12-29T22:40:00.006-05:00

Well, in researching I found these all to be close to the top of the list...

Research shows weightloss is up there at the very top. Okay, let me tell you. You can lose weight, if I can then anyone can and I love food. I always have and always will love food that will never change, but I can maintain portion control and eat healthier. By doing just those two things, anyone can lose weight. Chris and I went shopping the other day, and I reinvested in something I gave away at a Garage Sale.

I gave away a exercise ball, and now I have rebought it. Now, to just keep doing exercises on it. I think I can if I can schedule that time for myself. I feel so much better when I exercise and get away from the computer desk every now and then. It's hard to know what my resolution is this year, ummm 2009... I think I still need to think about it. I believe I have everything I have ever wanted though. I have a job, an amazing boyfriend, a loving family, a little apartment for me and my stuff, and just got a laptop fro Christmas. Everything seems to be coming all together.

I would love to maybe begin something new, maybe a journey with some art involved with time for me too. Time to take care of me, and get that stretching in so I won't be sore from sitting wrong all day.

I did want to post this... (It makes me think a lot, well until next time. Have a great week!)

Autobiography In Five Short Chapters

Chapter I

I walk down the street.
There is a deep hole in the sidewalk.
I fall in.
I am lost... I am hopeless.
It isn't my fault.
It takes forever to find a way out.

Chapter II

I walk down the same street.
There is a deep hole in the sidewalk.
I pretend I don't see it.
I fall in again.
I can't believe I am in this same place.
But it isn't my fault.
It still takes a long time to get out.

Chapter III

I walk down the same street.
There is a deep hole in the sidewalk.
I see it there.
I still fall in... it's a habit... but,
my eyes are open.
I know where I am.
It is my fault.
I get out immediately.

Chapter IV

I walk down the same street.
There is a deep hole in the sidewalk.
I walk around it.

Chapter V

I walk down another street.

- Portia Nelson

Merry Christmas

2008-12-25T23:40:00.003-05:00

Merry Christmas everyone! I really wanted to write the other night to get some things off my mind, but no computer access at the parent's house. Well, Christmas was good, really good but different. I saw my niece's and got to read them two books on Christmas Eve night, the classics....."Bambi" and "Alice in Wonderland." I didn't want to leave the room, but they had to go to bed sometime for Santa to come. While I was laying there reading the books, I then began to realize again how much I want children someday.

I tried my hardest to hold back the tears on Christmas Eve and Christmas, but it was tough for me I guess since this year was a little different. I just don't understand why parents can't stay together. See, my parent's are still together, but my niece's parents are no longer together. Most of my friends who are married are now divorced, and it just makes me wonder if there is anything to look forward to one day. But there is, children. Children just make you feel like you do matter, and they want to spend time with you. They always love playing with something and enjoy the time you spend with them.

It just really breaks my heart because I want children so bad one day and sometimes I feel like that will never happen. So I know the economy is bad and all, but we all make it through each year in some way. Then, the next year comes and goes. Maybe, this was the year something had to change. I have no clue what is going to happen with the future and all, but I do know that I'm trying my best each day. I give and give my all to people, and sometimes I feel like it isn't enough that I could have done more. I just don't know what else I can give sometimes. I just hope that there is some plan that awaits for me in the future. Other than all this thinking, it was a great Christmas spending time with my family. I do fear the day when I make the Christmas or Thanksgiving Dinner, lol... I pretty much got everything I asked for, two favorite presents: laptop from Chris and the Sookie Stackhouse box set series from my brother, Chad. I'll be making a trip to the Post Office tomorrow, sorry everyone for my late gifts but no time for the holiday rush while working my crazy shifts. Well, off to watch a movie to try to be a little more cheerful. Good night everyone, and Merry Christmas!

Back into the routine but thinking lots...

2008-12-18T15:29:00.005-05:00

Well, I haven't forgotten about this blog. I was very ill last week beginning Friday so for the whole weekend I was indoors trying to recover from the sickness that is going around. Everyone has had it, so it was only a little amount of time until it was my turn too. Well, I've been thinking a lot actually.... what about you say.... writing... I miss it, I miss it a lot actually. I think about everything I write and track for Weight Watchers, and I can't believe that I still never write down my thoughts about things. It's been real tough lately, not too much with my life just everyone else's. I just seem to miss out on a lot. There is so much I still want but it seems so far away.

Take most of my friend's that I know, everyone is married, everyone... I even created some wedding invitations (featured in the picture, pretty neat huh, yep made them for the bride, a good friend of mine from Terre Haute) for a wedding. I guess, I felt more part of that special day, so I didn't think so much like I have been. I mean anytime I look around I see these amazing rings. And, I think wow, they are so lucky to be planning that day, that special day. They get to spend their lives together with one another and take those wedding vows. At first, I thought, that is something I want one day. I want all those things. I want kids, the dress, the house, that wonderful husband, etc.... Pretty much everything. But, what happens when I've seen someone have that all and it doesn't work.

I just wish at times I had that faith, hope, and trust that I am good enough to be with. I doubt myself a lot. I don't spend a lot of time with friends and such, since they have their own lives but it's hard. It's real hard knowing they have all these things I want and my brother had. It's just like I don't know how to feel about everything.

Sure, I get scared a lot of times. I am scared of everything, what if I one day I get asked that question....that question of marriage, how do I know if it's right? I may have a panic attack, of shock, lol. Will that person give up and leave one day? Will I get stuck not knowing where to turn? Will I be able to give my all and make it work?

The fears I have are the exact same about living with someone. Little pet peeves drive me crazy. I'm like my mom, in the sense. It just drives me crazy, certain things, but will I grow past those and love the person I am living with enough to not pay attention to those little things? I think people will always have little pet peeves but working on them and past those are the key.

When I go out with certain people like my fellow WW buddies. And, they just get me thinking, that I really need to focus on the whole picture, yet I still fear a lot. Maybe, that's okay to fear things since last year I barely got out of the holiday's okay and all. It's just a lot to absorb with everyone getting married and everyone getting divorced. Even everyone from my past, is married with children and I wonder.... Did I do something wrong? They also have what I dream of. In December, I can't help but wondering will it ever be my time? My time for that white dress, that special day, etc... Doubting myself and if I will ever have what I have always dreamed of and wanted. I keep remembering those words Christy once told me in Orlando on our internship.... "Sam, everything happens for a reason." Maybe, that day will come, it is something I still dream about.

Crafty

2008-12-10T22:53:00.005-05:00

So, I posted a whole blog the other night and everything froze up, and I lost everything. I really hate it when that happens. It's as if the Internet, is mad....it's going mad, at home and at work. I get blank screens everywhere. So, I don't know where I was going with that but I sure hope it gets better, other than that I think I'm getting sick. Germs are going around in the office, and since I am one that gets up every now and then from my desk I am bound to get sick too.

Well, I wanted to take a break from packing for Weight Watchers and post a little bit since I haven't the last couple of day's. I keep thinking about the weekend, Saturday was amazing. I finally went to an art exhibit/open house of an artist that I am amazed by her work. She is very talented, her name is Jenny. Her website is http://jennyelkins.blogspot.com/

She has all types of different art that she creates from a variety of media used. While, I was there on Saturday I couldn't help to think why am I not creating art or designs anymore. I used to love it, besides Weight Watchers being my life now. I miss it a lot. Maybe, I should start creating art again. Do something that I love and I miss doing. I wanted to post one of my favorite designs that I created awhile back.

I love it. Some people may look at the face and think, "Well, no one's face is that color or that saturated." The truth is I love it, and I wanted it to look that way. I guess, I have never been a person who critics one's work and puts it down. This seemed to happen a lot on my internship in Orlando, and I couldn't believe it. I guess, that is when I stopped showing my portfolio to people. Maybe, I should incorporate these feelings into some designs. It's not that I hate art critics, since that is all we ever had in college but why put someone's work down?

I really love manipulating photographs and making them something more in various design programs. I just love making something look different from what it was in real life. Maybe, that sounds funny but art is that way to me. I just enjoy being creative, not having rules or guidelines to what I create.

I feel like I have had a block lately, a block from art and writing poetry. Sometimes, I will get ready for bed and think of a design or some words for a poem. I will totally forget to write the idea down, and I'll lose it from my mind all together.

Just added at WeightWatchers.com

2008-12-07T12:05:00.002-05:00

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Friday nights...

2008-12-06T00:10:00.002-05:00

Umm, Friday nights... I remember when I used to be so happy for Friday nights to get here. It would mean... the weekend, yeah!!!! Friday's have became the hardest for me in the last couple of months I would say. I used to get so excited being able to plan things to do with my friends and everything, but that has changed. It just seems like I used to love Friday's because it meant going to the good ole BW3's in Plainfield after a tough night of sport's layouts at The Flyer and just kicking back to relax. Maybe, have a couple of drinks and enjoy the music. I miss those nights. I have for a long time now.

I guess, where I am now is so different. No one wants to hang out after work, and/or they have to rush home to do something. I come home, and I'm bored as ever. It's been like this as long as I can remember. Once, you have been a nightshifter you would understand. Your body gets used to staying up late. If you try to go to bed, you just can't. Well, I tried to work later tonight but no go on that. Overtime, is very rare at times but I love it because I have something to actually do. Of course, I have a list of "to do's" but who wants to do that on a Friday night.

I tried hanging out with individuals after work, but maybe it just backfired. It was just different. Man, at times, I just wish my friends from Florida lived here. We would go out for hours and hours just like back in the day after work. I guess, the facts are that people change and move on. Maybe, I just wish those friends could hang out every now and then.

I'd have to admit I have the strangest schedule in the world. I work nights and I work days. I miss out on so much because of my schedule. Someone tonight mentioned something to me along the lines of..."You are lucky. I have the worst shift, and I can't even go on dates. I don't have a life." I felt so bad for that person because I too have been there, I have. I used to work every single night, and when I wasn't working I was sleeping. It is true, you have no life but a life can be managed with time. I did it. True, I almost had a overworked breakdown but it can be done.

I have learned many things. If you want something bad enough such as a new schedule, it will happen. It will... Years and years of being on nights, and no professor ever told me in college that my degree in graphic design would be night focused. Your break does come nightshifters, and maybe just maybe you need a break. You need to be on days a couple of days throughout the week. Ask around, someone will help you out.

Another thing, if someone is really into you, then they will make time regardless of your night schedule. It just makes me sad because I know how nightshifters feel. I felt the same way. I still do on Friday nights, but I keep myself busy. I've learned how to have fun all by myself. It stinks at times, but sometimes that is all you have when the rest of the world is sleeping away. I am hoping that eventually the Friday nights change, maybe I would get so lucky and get a better schedule where I work during the day on Friday. I can only hope. But, never give up nightshifters and if you want something go after it try to get days, try to alternate, ask for someone to switch shifts with you, etc... I have learned unless you ask or try nothing will change.

For those of you who have seen me on nights then work days bright and early on Saturday mornings, then you know just by looking at me it was hard as ever. Someone once told me, "Samantha, you matter and you can't keep doing this to yourself. You look so tired and worn out.You do too much. " The lady that told me that, I heard her but didn't want to listen until I finally slept away the whole rest of the weekend. I needed it, and I know that now. Listen, to all those around you. They do have good advice even if we don't want to hear it.

I wanted to give a big "Thank you" to my boyfriend, Chris. He always helped me through those hard times regardless on how much I wanted to disagree with him. I thought of everything I put him through when I was on the nightshift, and I know I was not pleasant. Thank you for believing in me, telling me when I took on too much, when I needed a break, for being there through all of last year, etc... I could go on and on. You have honestly been an angel when I thought there was no more light left in my heart. You have given me so much and never changed. I am always so grateful for that. Thank you for all you do, and I just know 2009 will be even better:) I love you. Night for now.

Something New...

2008-12-05T11:55:00.001-05:00

Well, well, well.... everyone seems to have blogger now, so I am beginning this also. My site all began with: http://www.freewebs.com/samanthadesigner/ but I'm going along with the changes. Maybe this site can be more along the lines of writing, more art, and photography displayed. I began the other site that way until it turned into something else, but what can I say Weight Watchers is my part time job, my hobbie, and my life. So hear we go, enjoy, read and comment if you want, take the polls, or just enjoy me taking up another site with tons and tons of information.

I can't believe everything that I have accomplished, I mean we are getting ready for 2009 already. I've gotten so far to where I am today because I have stuck to my journey in life. I began Weight Watchers on Nov. 15, 2006 and achieved my lifetime goal July 10, 2007. I have lost a total of 52.6 lbs on the Flex Plan and I am still going. My total weight lost is 58.6 lbs. I began as a part time employee for Weight Watchers in September 2007.

I feel amazing now. Each day I am so thankful for sticking with Weight Watchers. It does get hard, everyday is hard sometimes for me. It is a lifestyle change for me. Each week I still debate with what food choices I will make. I log everything. This keeps me on track and accountable for what I choose to eat as a meal. Thank you everyone for your support throughout my journey. Weight loss is never easy, but staying with it and really giving your all has the winning outcomes. Weight Watchers has changed my life. I am so grateful for that.

Open House & Sale

2008-12-05T11:39:00.002-05:00

OPEN HOUSE & SALE
Starts today at 5pm til 9 pm
& Saturday noon to 4pm

Check out all the creative art by Jenny Elkins.
Her website is http://jennyelkins.blogspot.com/

Location/Directions and examples of work is on her website.
I plan going on Saturday:)

What (Gear) Do You Need to Move More?

2008-12-05T11:37:00.001-05:00

Did everyone survive Thanksgiving? If you're happy with your weight-related efforts that day, come to a meeting this week to let us know! If you're "feeling a little neutral," come to get a fresh start! (Seeing the trend here? :D) My Thanksgiving was very good, tough again this year but I'm happy to be past the multiple Thanksgiving dinners. I'm weighing in tomorrow, so I will see the results. I did, however, run Thanksgiving Day morning at the Drumstick Dash in Broad Ripple. It was 4.5 miles, and even though I was all alone running in a group, I had a blast jamming to my iPod.

This is the perfect time to review last week's topic, Asking for Help. Are you feeling a little lost or derailed right now? Is there something a friend or family member can do to support you? Could your fellow meetings members help you? Check out your Week Three Think First book for more info!

COOKING UP SUCCESS
This holiday season, WW is cooking up success for are members! We know that it's challenging to Eat Wisely (one part of the Four-Way Approach!) during this season. We also know that Attending Weekly Meetings (yet another part!) is essential to member success.

Each week Nov 30-Jan 3, members will receive an exclusive holiday recipe in their meeting. In addition, each member will have three chances to enter a drawing for a gift basket filled with Land's End WW logo apron, Measurite set, selection of WW Sides, POINTS food scale, and WW cookbook, worth $100 total! Members receive a ticket to enter in the drawing when you: stay for a meeting, bring a friend who joins, purchase $20 in meeting room products. Plus, receive a BONUS ticket if you attend at least five meetings during the promotion period.

This time, the promotion is for At-Work members, in addition to traditional/traveler meetings too!

TFL OF THE WEEK
Winning Outcomes - Knowing exactly what you're really working toward can help you figure out how to get it. Ask yourself what you really want out of your experience at Weight Watchers, and try to break it into one or two sentences. Call it your Winning Outcome and make sure it's:

Positive
Specific
Within Your Control
A Good Fit for Your Life

ARTICLES OF NOTE

Image credit to : thegoldguys.blogspot.com/ or www.lumaxart.com/

Whether it's a comfortable pair of walking shoes, an easy-to-follow DVD, a yoga mat, a colorful new T-shirt, or even investing in something larger...discussing exercise equipment will help us think of new ways we can make Moving More a regular part of our lives. If a piece of gear has really helped you, bring it to the meeting this week to share!

Have a great week, everyone! I'll see you at your meeting!

The road to success is dotted with many tempting parking places.
--Author Unknown