I'm Back!

May came and went... and I did not post. I was gone, a lot. I vacationed and did some unfortunate, irresponsible gaining. I am working at getting back to where I was. 

But here is what I want to discuss:

 "Who has time to lose slowly?"

This is the new slogan for Slim-Fast. 

That's just a load of crap! 

Acai Berries, Acai Shakes, Acai Pills

 

Is anyone else completely tired of hearing about THESE?

I heard a new radio ad that says that you are guaranteed to "Lose 30 lbs in just DAYS, without having to change any of your lifestyle."    "That's a full 3 pant-sizes."

(um, isn't that the point... to change?) 

(and not everyone loses from their hips/butt)

Again, crap.

These astronomical losses are not the only success to celebrate. Besides, to reach the numbers being promised, it's gonna take a lot more than yucky shakes multiple times a day. 

Be realistic.

I won't mention names in case it would offend friends/family, but these are REAL successes I LOVE hearing about:

* Any friends/family posting about their new run/bike times and goals they are meeting.

*A friend who set an awesome weight goal for herself, with a date in mind to reach it, and then EXCEEDED her own expectations!

*A mom-friend who switched her kids from high-carb-snacks and white bread to fruits/veggies and whole-grain bread. (not an easy task)

*Getting up early, learning one is a morning person, to go exercise!! 

*A friend with PCOS who is 95% off sugar, who is motivating me to use Agave and honey more in my baking.

Please keep sharing these successes! They really do motivate others around you.