2 Days Remaining on the Cinch! Diet How Am I Doing? AWESOME!

Well, I'm down to the last two days of the Cinch! diet.

I won't treat you like an idiot and tell you that it's been easy. It hasn't.

But I dare you to name a diet that IS easy and gives you the results you want.

When I started the Cinch! diet on January 5, 2011, my goal was to push the scale down to 125 and shave a off enough inches to step one size down in pant size.

I know, low goals - but reasonable goals, wouldn't you agree?

Now here I am on day 28 and I am so pleased with myself.

Not only have I almost hit my goal of 125 pounds (and when I say almost, I mean the scale read 126.1 this morning!) but about halfway through the plan I was down one pant size.  And judging by the feel of my jeans these days, going down another size isn't too far off.

I also continually checked my blood sugar during this diet and found that I maintained healthy levels all the way through.  Although I'm not a diabetic, after having gestational diabetes I very aware of my potential for Type 2 diabetes.  Hence, why I check regularly - especially with new diets.

It's been quite a journey, at times I believed that I couldn't finish it.  But I'm glad I did.  Not only am I Dr. Pepper-free now (and that's a very, very big deal) but I've greatly increased my water intake, feel more energy, and added many more healthy foods to my diet.

Does this mean I'll never eat any fatty foods again?  Honestly, no.  I'm sure I'll have my fair share here and there, but I like the way I'm feeling and there's only one way to keep this energy - healthy eating.

Thank you for joining me on my journey with the Cinch! diet.  If you decide to try it and blog about it, please let me know as I'd love to follow your results - and I'm sure it'll keep me motivated too! :)


P.S.  Thank you for everyone's patience as I ran a little late in posting this and announcing the winner of the giveaway.  The winner is..........Marcy L.  Thanks everyone for playing!

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Calgon, Take Me Away...To A Warmer Climate!

Am I the only one who is sick and tired of this cold weather, ice, and snow?

Considering all of the complaints in the Facebook status, I don't believe I am.  Seems like every other status makes a comment on the temperature, school closings because of snow, and the current icy conditions around the country.

Snow is beautiful.  Once.  But I don't care to see another snow flake this year.  So says I while there's snow flurries outside now. *sigh*

I am so ready for spring to get here.  Too often I find my mind wondering to a warmer climate destination; for example, the beautiful beaches of Hawaii.

Sounds so awesome, doesn't it?

I'd even settle for somewhere a little closer to home like the Sunshine State of Florida.

Wait, wait, wait -

If I'm going to dream, I want to dream big.  I want to dream about a place that has summer during winter (well, during a U.S. winter anyway):  Australia.

Ohh, I can only imagine.

As I look out the window and watch the snow flurry around, I can only dream.

Please, Calgon, take me away.  Take me away to warmer weather!

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Visit A Museum for FREE on Bank of America This Weekend

Bank of America today announced the 14th season of its national Museums on Us program which will now include 150 of the nation’s finest arts, cultural and educational institutions. Designed to increase access to the arts across the nation, the program offers Bank of America and Merrill Lynch debit and/or credit cardholders the opportunity to visit these popular cultural landmarks, free of charge, on the first full weekend of every month. Museums on Us program participants include national and regional art museums, science and history museums, zoos, aquariums, and gardens.

To qualify for Museums on Us, customers simply present their Bank of America or Merrill Lynch credit or debit card along with a photo ID to gain one free general admission to any participating institution. Not valid for special exhibitions, fundraising events or ticketed shows. Not to be combined with any other discounts or offers. Free admission does not guarantee reservation. Offer valid the first full weekend of each month through December 3-4, 2011.

For more information and a complete list of participating locations, visit http://museums.bankofamerica.com/

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Coupon for Free Yoplait Yogurt on Facebook

Like free stuff? Especially free food?

If you answered yes, then you need to visit Yoplait's Facebook page at www.facebook.com/yoplait.  After you "like" them, then click on the "Calcium" tab and enter your address for a free Yoplait yogurt coupon by mail.

There's a limited quantity available, so head on over there NOW!

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