TIP OF THE DAY - SUNDAY

DON'T CAMP IN THE RAIN!!!!

Saturday - Happy Birthday Mom!

Happy Birthday Mom! Sorry I couldn't be at the party, I was really looking forward to it. It sounded like everyone was having a great time. Once again, I'm sure you've out done yourself. We love you and hope to see you soon.

TIP OF THE DAY - SATURDAY

OUT OF SIGHT, OUT OF MIND. If something tempts you, get rid of it or avoid it. That might mean ridding the pantry of junk food, changing the channel to avoid fast-food ads, or taking an alternate route so you don't walk or drive past a bakery. I know this sounds hard but it is easier than you might think. I love chocolate donuts. Whenever Emme has a sleepover Papa always makes sure there are chocolate donuts for her breakfast the next day. It does not bother me at all and she loves her treat and I love the fact that I am doing all I can to insure that we will have sleepovers for years to come.

TIP OF THE DAY - FRIDAY

TRACK YOUR CALORIES...Knowing you have to log that candy bar, extra large fries or second can of soda means you'll think twice before chowing down. Look up calories counts of junk foods to help discourage cravings. I love Sparkpeople for this very reason and use it all day everyday. Thanks Sarah.

TIP OF THE DAY - THURSDAY

CRAVING SOMETHING CREAMY. Go for Greek style yogurt. Even the fat-free varieties are thick, rich and creamy-with a bit of tang for extra flavor. Use it to top tacos, mix it into smoothies, or lightly sweeten and put a dollop on fruit. NOT ME...if I eat yogurt I have to stand by the sink because I will gag. That is by far the worst tasting and smelling stuff in the world. Thanks but no thanks.

TIP OF THE DAY - WEDNESDAY

MOVE YOUR ALARM CLOCK! Do you hit snooze a few times before getting out of bed? Is waking up for morning workouts a struggle? Place your alarm clock on the other side of the room to break the snooze habit. I wish I had an alarm clock with a snooze button. But Calvin just won't shut-up and go back to sleep no matter how many times I thump him on the head.

TIP OF THE DAY - TUESDAY

PHONE A FRIEND...When you want to blow your calorie bank, quit your gym membership or eat a tube of cookie dough, tell a supportive friend. He or she will distract you until the urge passes. This is a great tip and I should have thought of it before. Any of you are welcomed to call me anytime.