July 29- Got Half a Mind to Spend My Whole Paycheck on One of Those Dresses, Those Strapless Black Ones That Are So Famous For Teaching Lessons

Weight Loss for This Week: .5lbs

Liz and I had so much fun in Hot Springs :) We went on a Duck Tour, sweated way too much and tried the Quapaw Baths. The Duck Tour was pretty funny and our guide was pretty funny. We sat up front in the "hot seats" and became known as "California" and "Camera Girl." Anyone who knows me in the least, knows that "Camera Girl" was easily earned and well-deserved, lol.

My birthday was very nice- it started with some time in the Baths. We were so relaxed, it was the perfect way to start the day. Then, we came back to Memphis and had dinner with the family at Cheffie's- their salads are beyond delicious, just sayin'. And later in the night, while we were continuing our weekend-long gabfest, Liz showed me how to add pictures to my blog and how to personalize it. Thanks again, Lizzy!!!

After Liz left, I spent the next day resting because I have to admit I was tired. I had a blast seeing her and catching up and all. And then, I needed some time to rest and recuperate before getting back to the major task at hand- prepping for the school year. I'm almost done with my first unit plans for each class which is nice. Next, I will work on expectation sheets, syllabi, proficiency tests, handouts, etc. Plenty to do and all, but I am confident I can handle it. Especially since the people at my new school have been incredibly helpful.

I exercised a normal amount this week and added leg exercises. I even did a 5.1 mile walk yesterday (my legs are still a bit sore today). Where I did not do well this week was my eating. I stayed within my point limits most days but I was not eating as healthy as I normally do. I did not make sure to have ruffage each day and was not drinking as much water as I normally do. Also, I went out a few times and splurged each and every time. Quite frankly, I'm lucky I didn't gain.

I know these weeks will happen because I'm human and I'm going to have times where I don't always do as well as I know I should. But, like my mom says, the great thing about Weight Watchers is that you start fresh each week. So, last week may not have been great but it will not define this week and will not define my long-term goal of changing my lifestyle and habits.

Now, time to go see Beasts of the Southern Wild!!!