The 24 day Plan

I have 24 days left of 2008. I have 7 pounds to lose to make my goal of 10 lbs.

The best way to succeed is not by hoping or winging it. The best way is to have a plan and to follow it. I joined Weight Watchers and they gave me an eating plan and now here it is week 3 and I’ve decided to follow it. I have a journal, I am looking up points values for the foods I eat and I am making a menu for our meals. I went to killer muscle fitness class Saturday morning and I will spin either tomorrow or Wednesday. I had planned to walk the dog this morning, but 9 degrees was too cold for both of us, so that’s been pushed off til this afternoon.

I have a strategy for dealing with a weekend trip to PA for a holiday party. I will not eat anything fried on the road (no french fries, no garbage). I will be mindful of what I eat and how much; I will write it all down and keep track of my points. NO NUTS – they are something I cannot control myself with… I know if I stay mindful of my plan, I will be able to stay in control. That should result in a loss, right?

In addition, I’ve decided to tone down my holiday stress level. I am thinking about ditching the holiday cards this year. I am thinking about buying an appetizer for the party rather than making something. It’s all the little things that get under my skin, and I am SO done with stressing over stupid stuff. PEACE and JOY are my mantras.