I would love to make a set of these jumpers for Clare--in every size--for simplicity, function, and femininity. I think there is enough fabric left for a baby top and bloomers--perhaps the next project!
Friday, May 9, 2008
Birthday Dress
Here is a special birthday project for my goddaughter and niece, Patricia. The coral polo shirt is from Target :) It was a bit large, but in a few months I may post some pictures of her modeling it!
I would love to make a set of these jumpers for Clare--in every size--for simplicity, function, and femininity. I think there is enough fabric left for a baby top and bloomers--perhaps the next project!
I would love to make a set of these jumpers for Clare--in every size--for simplicity, function, and femininity. I think there is enough fabric left for a baby top and bloomers--perhaps the next project!
More Atkins Success!
Karl: -5 lbs
Audrey: -3 lbs
I can't tell you what contributed to my weight loss this week...I ate more sugar this week than all the previous weeks combined!
Karl, on the other hand, can attribute his weight loss to skipping his bus transfer in the morning and walking to work from that stop instead.
Audrey: -3 lbs
I can't tell you what contributed to my weight loss this week...I ate more sugar this week than all the previous weeks combined!
Karl, on the other hand, can attribute his weight loss to skipping his bus transfer in the morning and walking to work from that stop instead.
Tuesday, April 29, 2008
Atkins Week Three
Karl: -3lbs
Audrey: +/- 0
Still working on getting our exercise levels up--although it's a given that you get a daily dose of toddler chasing, "real" exercise is hard to schedule, or get motivated to do.
Karl reports that he's able to fit into shirts that were before too snug to wear comfortably! Way to go, sweetheart!
Audrey: +/- 0
Still working on getting our exercise levels up--although it's a given that you get a daily dose of toddler chasing, "real" exercise is hard to schedule, or get motivated to do.
Karl reports that he's able to fit into shirts that were before too snug to wear comfortably! Way to go, sweetheart!
Friday, April 25, 2008
Quick Atkins Update
Karl: -5lbs (metabolic resistance to weight *fat* loss=low)
Audrey: +/- 0 (holdin' steady)
This week included the added quirk of eating away from home--it was an interesting challenge to choose foods that we would normally eat in large, and unhealthy, quantities. We did pretty well!
The kiddos and I are heading to CC for the weekend, so Karl will be on his own for food choices and portions--yet another challenge!
Audrey: +/- 0 (holdin' steady)
This week included the added quirk of eating away from home--it was an interesting challenge to choose foods that we would normally eat in large, and unhealthy, quantities. We did pretty well!
The kiddos and I are heading to CC for the weekend, so Karl will be on his own for food choices and portions--yet another challenge!
Monday, April 21, 2008
Happy Birthday, Henry!
Thank you, Lord, for the blessing that Henry is to us! What joy has filled the two years that you have been with us--we love you!!
Tuesday, April 15, 2008
Atkins Update: Week One
Great week overall--our diet has never before been so varied. We tried new things: Red Cabbage Slaw (yummy!,) Turnip Fries (bitter,) Faux-Tatoes (I'll cook the cauliflower longer next time,) and Feta Cheese (really, only Karl tried this and said it wasn't cold enough!) We had a lot of fun experimenting with different egg dishes, meats, and cheeses.
I'm not ecstatic about sweetening with Splenda--I can taste the unpleasant difference a mile away-so I'll just keep my real sugar to a minimum. Honestly, though we haven't had any sodas (pop) and Karl's only drinking maybe one cup o'coffee /day, so the occasion for sugar or Splenda use is minimal. I did make Zucchini muffins using Splenda, but have not tried them myself. Also I whipped up a batch of Italian almond cream--but unless you eat it with berries, it's pretty disappointing (sorry Karl!)
Henry and I had the benefit of eating lots of fruits and nuts, so you won't hear me complain! Not that Karl is complaining, but I think I would were I in his shoes :)
We had a week of meals planned out, but mixed things up from day to day to accommodate leftovers and preferences.
After a week of Atkins here is where we stand en route to the goal:
Karl
Natural Waist +/- 0
Hips -1
Arms +/- 0
Legs +/- 0
Stomach -1
Weight -11 lbs (Dr. Atkins explains that most of the weight loss this first week will be water-weight.)
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Audrey
Natural Waist -2
Hips +/- 0
Arms +.5
Legs +/- 0
Stomach -2
Weight -4 lbs
I'm not ecstatic about sweetening with Splenda--I can taste the unpleasant difference a mile away-so I'll just keep my real sugar to a minimum. Honestly, though we haven't had any sodas (pop) and Karl's only drinking maybe one cup o'coffee /day, so the occasion for sugar or Splenda use is minimal. I did make Zucchini muffins using Splenda, but have not tried them myself. Also I whipped up a batch of Italian almond cream--but unless you eat it with berries, it's pretty disappointing (sorry Karl!)
Henry and I had the benefit of eating lots of fruits and nuts, so you won't hear me complain! Not that Karl is complaining, but I think I would were I in his shoes :)
We had a week of meals planned out, but mixed things up from day to day to accommodate leftovers and preferences.
After a week of Atkins here is where we stand en route to the goal:
Karl
Natural Waist +/- 0
Hips -1
Arms +/- 0
Legs +/- 0
Stomach -1
Weight -11 lbs (Dr. Atkins explains that most of the weight loss this first week will be water-weight.)
--
Audrey
Natural Waist -2
Hips +/- 0
Arms +.5
Legs +/- 0
Stomach -2
Weight -4 lbs
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