Celebrating today…..
Today is my 100th day of being OP!!!!
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For 100 days now I have been on plan, I have not sabotaged my weight loss program, I am a success story in progress!? I am thrilled to have gotten this far, and am truly looking forward to the next 100 days of weight loss!? What has gotten me this far is sheer determination and loads of hard work.? Although, I have to admit that I am surprised at how easy it’s been to make this life change.? For so long I truly doubted that this would be possible and now that I am 100 days in, and 62 pounds lighter, I see that it is not only possible but it really isn’t that hard either.? It was a little hard at first, but I stuck to my plan and didn’t let anything get in the way of living my life anew and here I am.? It didn’t take long for my stomach to shrink as it got used to eating like a normal person, and it didn’t take long for my daily exercises to become a habit that I desired greatly.?
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I have had my share of bad days, days where I felt sorry for myself because of things that were going on around me.? Days where I wished I didn’t have to be ‘the fat one’ who needed to exercise and eat regular.? Days where I wanted to go out and buy the 90 count bag of Totino’s pizza rolls and eat the whole damn bag!? But, I didn’t.? There is nothing I want more then to be skinny again, and absolutely NOTHING is going to interfere with my being healthy again!? Whenever I find myself starting to think too much of the bad things, I force myself to stop and count my blessings.? That is what keeps me focused on the good!
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The difference this time around for me, is that I am committed to losing the weight, not merely interested.? If you are committed and determined, there is no end to what you can accomplish.? The following I am quoting from day two of the book entitled, ‘100 Days of Weight Loss’ by Linda Spangle 
Committed means ‘no matter what’.? When you’re truly committed to achieving your goals, you have an entirely different outlook.? Unlike being interested, where it doesn’t take much to detract you from your goals, being committed means you stick with it, no matter what.? Rather than depending on results to help you stay on track, you work on keeping your motivation strong, knowing that results will follow.? You don’t blame circumstances or other people for your struggles.? Instead, you stay on your diet in spite of not having enough money, time or supportive friends and family members.
Committed means ‘no matter what’.? When you’re truly committed to achieving your goals, you have an entirely different outlook.? Unlike being interested, where it doesn’t take much to detract you from your goals, being committed means you stick with it, no matter what.? Rather than depending on results to help you stay on track, you work on keeping your motivation strong, knowing that results will follow.? You don’t blame circumstances or other people for your struggles.? Instead, you stay on your diet in spite of not having enough money, time or supportive friends and family members.?
Let me ask you, are you committed, or merely interested?? I for one am committed and determined that come hell or high water, I will never give up!
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I believe that I would be remiss here if I did not express my sadness over the tragedy that occurred at Virginia Tech.? I pray that the families of the victims and everyone that was hurt by this will feel comfort and be given strength from God to get them through the difficult times ahead.
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I wonder, how many stories are going to be told of heroism from that day?? I have heard of one so far and I thought it worth sharing.? Professor Liviu Librescu, a 76 year old holocaust survivor, used his body as a shield to barricade the door against the gunman so his students could open the windows and escape.? He was then shot to death.? To read the story, click here.? Also, you can Google his name, Liviu Librescu?and see the many pages of information that come up.? This was a man who was an internationally respected?aeronautics engineer, lecturer?and teacher,?and he died a hero, giving up his life for his students.? I am now reminded of my husbands favorite bible verse, ‘Greater love has no one than this, that he lay down his life for his friends.’? -? John 15:13
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I also thought this quote would be appropriate today:
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I believe in the sun even when it is not shining.
I believe in love even when not feeling it.
I believe in God even when he is silent.
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-Anonymous inscription on the wall of a cellar in Cologne, Germany, where Jews hid from the Nazis.
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May you, who happens to be reading this, have a truly wonderful day, realizing the blessings of which you have.
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Congratulations Catrina! You are truely awesome! I know you are comitted because you prove it all the time. I loved your blog. The best I’ve seen. You are truely an inspiration to me. You are proof to me that if someone wants it bad enough, they can do it.
Wow Catrina! You are Such an inspiration!
You are awsome, Keep up the good work.
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GREAT JOB on 100 days OP!!
Second - thanks for posting such an inspirational and touching blog. I always look forward to reading your entries because you are so real and your words bring me peace and courage.
Keep up your great work and loving spirit!
You should celebrate.
You have a lot to be proud of.
You truly are an inspiration Catrina and its easy to see how committed you are.
WELL DONE!!!!!
Lori
Catrina, I absolutely LOVED this blog…Every part of it…
Its funny you mention how easy its been, because OFTEN I feel this is the HARDEST and EASIEST thing I have ever done…Hard at times, because of all the time and commitment and thinking it takes…Easy because once you get it down, it just is what it is, and its much easier then you first think…So I am glad you mentioned that…Maybe that will give hope to new folks starting…
I actually think STARTING can be the hardest thing…
And the commitment thing…MAN!! That was an awesome read…I KNOW I will succeed…Yes, it is taking me longer then some, but thats my way…But when I started this journey, I committed to sseeing it through, NO MATTER WHAT and its made all the world of difference…And I hate to jinx myself in anyway, but this is how I also know I will never be 241 pounds again…I just know it…Deep in my soul. I will be a success because I committed to myself to finish this journey…
And your final thoughts about Mr. Librescu, I appreciate…Because I had heard bits and pieces on the news, but could not get the full story on him…So thank you for sharing…
And finally, congratulations on starting your journey, and staying true to your journey, yourself, and your faith. You, Catrina, are a TRUE inspiration to many…Those who are sitting at their computers RIGHT now saying they are hopeless and dont know where to start…
Here’s to 100 MORE OP days!!!
I need to get that book. I’ve been wanting to do the one that was being posted in the forum but I’ve been too busy to keep up. I’m getting that book.
OMG I dont know yet if I want to cry from being so touched or stand up and cheer. Maybe Ill do both. Congrats girl!!! I jsut want to say that I can totaly understand what you are saying. You are truely an inspiration to me!!! Thank you so much for sharing with us!!!
This is awesome and you are so awesome I am so inspired by you I want to share this with my friends if it is OK.
Cindy
My oh my, C O N G R A T U L A T I O N S !! And 62lbs in 100 days, too!!! Catrina, you’ve already shead a small person from your body, so to speak. All the best for the future. You are a determined but also a compassionate lady and I admire what you and your family is doing to make this world a better place. And that professor was just a hero. He was the better man when the world around him turned into complete evil.
Way to go Catrina! You are such an awesome person and an inspiration to so many!!! Here’s to the next 100 days and beyond!!
Catrina, you are an agel. A truly wonderful human being. This planet is rich with your presence.
Sorry Catrina, I meant ANGEL…….
Congrats on 100 days OP! We are all SO proud of you! You truly are an inspiration and a wonderful example of how we can all gain control of our lives and of our food. Thank you so much for sharing your journey with us, and inspiring us to strive for the best in our own lives!
And keep up the INCREDIBLE work!
I am so proud of you. You truly inspire me! Thanks for the info on Mr. Librescu, too. This all just breaks my heart.
You are amazing! I am so proud of you.
Your story is very inspirational! Thank you for sharing it with me.
Good luck with the next hundred days I know you can do it!
WOOOT WOO 100 OP DAYS! Awsome! So proud of you, you look fantabulous!
Touching blog chicky.
You look so absolutely amazing and you should be so proud of yourself! I am mad that I have only lost a third of what you have in the same amount of time and you have inspired me to get back on track.
I loved this blog and all that you said.
I for one am so proud of you!
Woo Hoo…….congrats sweetie.
You’re definitely an inspiration and a blessing!!
catrina, you have totally awed me with this blog. You actually made me tear up. wow how moving you are such an awesome person. I truly am glad to have found you on here and have you as a buddy. You are such an inspration. how do you do it? I feel that person inside of me alot, but most of the times I dont allow it out. Im totally touched by this message. you keep up your hard work and never forget that those of us on here look up to you even though we are all human. well i dont wanna get to mushy but i really did need to read this today. God must have known that when he used your heart to type it . God Bless you Catrina, you are doing so well you will reach that goal in no time! Keep it real girl! Love ya, Crystal
Congrats Catrina on 100 days OP and wow look at the progress you’ve made!! You are an inspiration to all of us here!! Thanks!!
Have a great night!
I believe your journal entry came full circle when you ended with the story of Liviu Lesbrescu. You write of commitment and you so eloquently portrayed the commitment of a dear professor whose dedication to students was unparalled. I believe you were divinely inspired to write this beautiful entry. God bless you, and thank you, Catrina!
Tammy
Oh my God….you always have a way of getting to my heart in the most beautiful and insightful way! I am in awe at your COMMITMENT and determination. I am in awe at your freedom, expressing your innermost thoughts and emotions….your love of God and your willingness to pass the message of love and hope to us all!!
I too, am saddened by the tragedy which took the lives of so many promising young people at Virgina Tech and for the heroism of one of its faculty members…a Holocaust survivor, no less!
Thank you Catrina for your inspiration!! You too are a hero in my book!
CONGRATULATION’S!!!! on the OP…
inspiring minds wanna know…
Have A Nice Day!
I love this one…clearly one of my best blogs.