After a full week of MF I am so amazed and pleased with the outcome. Everything everyone said is true. I am officially down 8 lbs. (confirmed by 2 doctor's usually lying scales as well- I'm so glad they fixed them before I got there!) and I feel wonderful. I am so happy I started the program over the long 4th Weekend - my energy was so down, my mind kept focusing on what I could not eat so I wanted to eat all the time. I really needed to "detox" a few days before my work routine started up. I think I slept most of last weekend!
By the time work started on Tuesday, I was much more focused and I was not as tempted by other food- plus I had lost 4 lbs and the motivation to see continuing results kept me better on track for positive goals instead of negative food temptations. I took one 4 hour meal at a time so I actually made the decision each meal. By the end of the day, I had made 5 positive choices and the last one of the day I wasn't likely to screw it up. It worked for me.
I'm sleeping better, much more energetic and my "mind fog" is clearing up. With only a few minor exceptions, I have been totally compliant. Water is still challenging but when I get it all in, the results are definitely there.
Week two is next and will be rather stressful. I work in Space Shuttle Program at Kennedy Space Center in Florida. As you all know, the first launch since the Challenger accident 2 years ago happens this Wednesday arond 3:15. Please keep us and our brave and dedicated Astronauts and families in your prayers for a safe launch, mission and return home. Prayer Warriors are greatly appreciated!
Thanks to all of you again for your wonderful support ---- can't wait to hear about Lil Miss. I know she will be very uncomfortable for a while but will bounce back fast! Have a wonderful weekend everyone......Pati