I hope this is the way to do this. I have my own journal new to write in and record what and how I have done and then others can read it and give me suggestions and encouragement? Sounds like a great idea to be. Wish I would have started this on day one. But its only day 4.........

Day 4 alright haven't done too bad so far. I snuck on the scale the morning and it says 6 lbs. glad its down but not 100% sure that its accurate. But it gave me a little confidence. Did OK even tho I went to the county fair last night. So many tempting things. Ended up giving in to a tropical snow at least it is mostly ice. On the way home I did get a McDonald's Chicken salad and that hit the spot. I am drinking my water. I should probably drink more but so far I am going with consistency instead on quantity. It used to be I did better at home wanted to eat more at work but I see that has changed. I must snack a lot at home. I feel myself wandering into the kitchen looking for something to do and eat. But so far I am resisting. My skinny family has been trying to get rid of the cookies but then they will just probably want more. I haven't convinced them that this would be a good way of life for all of us yet. thanks for all the support! Janet

Hey J! Welcome to the journals page. I think writing about my experiences and even about my day really helps me. I'm sure you will get a lot out of it!

Btw, I think you will set a great example by eating healthfully and then they will see how great you feel and maybe follow suit??? Heck, everyone hates food police. At least, that's what my partner says when I'm trying to convince HIM to go on SBD. haha

Its Sunday and the day has gone well. Went to the grocery store and stocked up foods for the week. Then my honey paid for all the groceries so that was even better. Most of the time I don't even think about picking at the chips or the cookies when I walk by them but when we went for a ride tonight I really wanted a treat when we stopped at the quick shop. But I resisted, drank my water and then came home and ate a SF jello. Worked ok for today. I have drank 64 oz of water the past 3 days. I want to start walking but need to find a time to fit it in each day. I bought a couple of books on tape to listen too for motivation. Living in the country walks are great except the corn looks the same coming and going. I hate the bugs too. Soon I will start walking again. Made coleslaw tonight with light mayo and slpenda and vinegar. It was really good, and a nice change. Work tomorrow as usual. On to Day 6

I am ready for day 6! Almost one week down that is amazing! looking forward to getting a good start this week! Time to get ready and head to work!