Power, Love, and Self-Control: The Scale is a Good Consultant

The Scale is a Good Consultant

I confess that I went to bed last night feeling a bit hungry. But I resisted the urge to snack. I knew that eating even one thing would lead to eating more. (The strong coffee I drank at the coffee shop didn't help the condition of my stomach any either.)

At any rate, I got up this morning, weighed as I usually do and was THRILLED to see results already on the scale. Yes, I'm one of those who still thinks that in the business of weight management the scale is a good consultant.

I am encouraged to continue my vegetable/fruit plan. After today, I am over halfway finished!

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Breathing In GraceJanuary 28, 2010 at 8:37 AM
I so very much admire your discipline. You are truly an inspiration!!
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Linda @ A La CarteJanuary 28, 2010 at 10:02 AM
I too admire you. I need to become a healthier person at almost 60 and your blog is an inspiration. I need to find out how you have done this.
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BernieJanuary 28, 2010 at 4:23 PM
Were you able to go right to sleep? You are so good Rebecca and deserve all your success..Hugs
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RebeccaJanuary 28, 2010 at 5:34 PM
Thanks, Deb.

Linda, I will write you some particulars but it's mostly small portions, healthy food choices (little sugar and cut back on pasta and breads) and exercise.

Bernie, Yeah. I slept OK. I shouldn't have had the strong coffee though. I would have slept much better.
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DeniseJanuary 28, 2010 at 11:30 PM
I am so proud of you
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That Woman is a Success . . .
Found at itsnotaboutfood.blogspot.com

who loves life
and lives it to the fullest;

who has discovered and shared
the strengths and talents
that are uniquely her own;

who puts her best into each task
and leaves each situation
better than she found it;

who seeks and finds
that which is beautiful
in all people and all things;

whose heart is full of love
and warm with compassion;

who has found joy in living
and peace within herself.

~ Barbara J. Burrow ~

To which I add, "who makes God's kingdom and His righteousness her #1 priority"....(rlg)

"A day must come in our lives, as definite as the day of our conversion, when we give up all right to ourselves and submit to the absolute Lordship of Jesus Christ. . . . there must be a day when, without reservation, we surrender everything to Him--ourselves, our families, our possessions, our business and our time. All we are and have becomes His, to be held henceforth entirely at His disposal. From that day we are no longer our own masters, but only stewards. Not until the Lordship of Jesus Christ is a settled thing in our hearts can the Holy Spirit really operate effectively in us. He cannot direct our lives effectively until all control of them is committed to Him. If we do not give Him absolute authority in our lives, He can be present, but He cannot be powerful. The power of the Spirit is stayed." (Watchman Nee)

"Each day you take a few small steps, then build on them day after day. There may be set backs, everyone has them, but those victories will add up, and then pretty soon you'll be amazed at how different your life has become. And what could be more alluring than the prospect of waking up to your best life? So roll up your sleeves and get to work!"

"Remember, every step you take toward reaching your weight loss goal is really a gift that you give to yourself. When you eat right and exercise, you are taking care of yourself, treating yourself with respect, and acknowledging that you deserve* to be healthy and happy.” (Bob Green, The Best Life)

Rebecca's note: I have trouble with "deserve". I want to care for my body because God Himself cares for it! Do I "deserve" health? No, in light of my sinful inclinations and the fall of mankind, health is a gift. A GRACE-gift directly from the hand of God--a gift to be handled thankfully and thoughtfully.

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