Week 1 Weigh In

The day has finally come. My first weigh in. Last night I laid in the bed wondering what would happen. I knew some weight would come off, but I wanted to see a good number! The first week is the hardest, so I wanted my numbers to reflect that.

5:30: Time to wake up! I had to wake up early to get myself and the kiddos ready in order to make my 7:15 appt! As I got out of the bed, I knew it was going to be a great day. Why? I knew I at least lost a pound. I was hoping for five, so we shall see. I got myself dressed, kiddos dressed and fed, and out the door we went!

Harper Grace started drop off with a boom! She was so excited for school this morning and wanted to hold my hand all the way to her classroom....um.... YES! So, back to the car I go with nothing but a smile on my face!

I get back to the warm car only to be greeted by Beckett roaring like a dinosaur (the car was locked and running....it runs without keys...lol)! Since my appointments are in West Monroe, Beck gets to come along. Off we went. Beck telling me about bears, dinos, and anything you can imagine set the tone for the drive. It was full of laughter and silliness.

We arrive at the office and the ladies at the office are greeted with a strong "good morning" from Beckett (that little turkey is going to be a ladies' man for sure!), sign my name, and wait to weigh. We walk the room and I see the scale. The time has come. I take off my shoes (the scale measures all types of things so you must be barefoot) and step on the scale.

The nurse said "Awesome!" I opened my eyes and was THRILLED! I had lost 12 pounds! I wanted to break out and dance at that instant! I kept my sanity in check and replied with "Yay!!" I mean, it is my second time meeting these ladies...I can't scare them yet. ;)

I go to the nutritionist office and get the list of approved foods for Week 2 and beyond! Week 1 consisted of  meat and eggs. I had to load my body up on protein and clear out all of the junk in it. I now get to add in approved vegetables, fruits, and healthy fats (all in moderation). Let the menu planning and shopping begin! I mean, I love chicken, fish, shrimp, deer meat....but let's face it, this girl is ready for some broccoli, zucchini, etc! I also got some peanut butter protein bars (after she let me sample) and they are delicious! Now I have something to curb that "sweet tooth" when it rears it's head! I mean, how can I not have a sweet tooth...I own a cupcake business for goodness sake!

I know the weight will not fall off that much every week, and I am okay with that. I am aiming for 2-3 pounds per week in order to make this a lifestyle change. However, losing 12 in week 1 sure is a motivator!

A shout out to my close group of Flawesome ladies! You ladies gave me nothing but smiles from ear to ear this morning!!

Love you all!