Power, Love, and Self-Control: Here Today; Gone Tomorrow

Here Today; Gone Tomorrow

I found this WONDERFUL vintage book at a thrift store yesterday.

Its oversized pages included precious stories and TEN full-sized illustrations!

It has already been claimed by a friend who couldn't resist its charms.

"Here today. Gone tomorrow," as they say.

So it is with pounds. Oh, not QUITE that simple,

but when I look back on my journey since February 6,

these words DO apply...

With three to five more pounds to lose in August,

I'll be ready for "maintenance" before I know it.

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Jacquelyn StagerJuly 22, 2012 at 7:12 PM
what a darling book! I love the photos of the chubby little children! You have really worked hard on your weight loss Rebecca. Where do I find out the details of this window diet you've been on?? Congratulations on your success...!!!!!!
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Breathing In GraceJuly 24, 2012 at 8:20 AM
Congratulations...you're looking great and I know feeling better, physically and emotionally....and I think getting healthy helps us spiritually, too!!!
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AnonymousJuly 27, 2012 at 2:18 AM
Oh my goodness! Rebecca you look fabulous!!!! It's been a long time since I've visited (I believe you were
"Thrifty at 60" then - LOL!) My blog reading decreased substantially during some life events in the past two years.

To see your photos this evening has been a much-needed motivator. I am deeply inspired by your success; so much - I'm hopping on the Fast-5 this weekend! The last time I was at goal weight was around the first time I discovered your blog. We experienced similar weight loss then. But unlike you, I am back up in pounds and eager to "declutter." I had good results from intermittent fasting, and from what I read about this approach, odds are good it is doable.

Tonight, I downloaded the book (and finished it :-) Do you know if any consecutive 5-hours can be followed (i.e. eating from 2pm-7pm)? Or is it required that the break-fast begin at 5pm?

Thanks for sharing your experience and allowing us to be inspired.

Jean

ps: Love, love the "Goody" book - great find!
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RebeccaJuly 27, 2012 at 6:09 AM
Jean, I don't know all the ins and outs of Fast-5....but I believe you can establish your own 5 consecutive hours. (I myself generally do 1:00 p.m. - 6:00. It just works best for us.)

I try to eat healthy foods but if I'm wanting a treat, I don't freak out about having it. For some reason, this has been a great way to get back to a reasonable and healthy weight.

The hugest blessing of all is that my blood pressure is within range now. It has been higher than a kite even when I lost weight several years ago! I have to attribute it to the schedule (and the grace of God, too).
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Marilyn in MississippiJuly 27, 2012 at 4:35 PM
Love this little book! And congratulations on the weight loss! I can see the change in your pictures in the past several months!
I didn't realize that you had several blogs and have been enjoying reading through them.
God bless,
Marilyn
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AnonymousJuly 27, 2012 at 8:46 PM
Thanks Rebecca. I appreciate what you've shared and have decided to just jump in. After finishing dinner tonight (7pm), I'll aim to break the fast at 2:00 pm tomorrow and see how things go. I'll keep you posted.

Jean
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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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