livestrong.com

I know a super important thing to do on this journey is to log everything that goes into mouth. When I did Weight Watchers, I HATED doing it. I had to use my little slide and figure out points for everything, then log it on little note pad. Well, Krista (fitbyfaith.net...my "next biggest inspiration from post #1) told me about livestrong.com. It allows you to log everything on-line (since I'm on often during the day, this is perfect!) It figures everything for you...serving size, calories, fat, sodium, fiber, etc. It also gives you a place to log your water consumption. I love it! It's so much easier to keep up with my caloric intake. There is a pie graph (funny, huh?) which breaks down your fat, carb and protein intake, and a place to log your exercise too! Did I mention how much I love it??? :) It's a no brainer!

I've really been enjoying my walk in the evenings...you know...the one by myself. I love my little family with all that I am, but I'm really enjoying some time every day to myself. I put my ipod shuffle on and listen to mostly Steven Curtis Chapman and I enjoy listening to God's word speak to me while I walk. For those times when I find myself lagging, I forward it to Darth Vader's theme from Star Wars...it gives me a definite cadence. Dum dum dum, dum da dum, dum da dum...I know...my boys have me hooked as well. It's not super fast, but when you've been sedentary for so long, 2 miles an hour is okay. As I condition myself, I'll have to find a faster song. Any suggestions? :)