First day of the rest of my life!
Hi, all! I guess you were wondering what happened to me. Well, I guess I'm more computer-challenged than I thought because I couldn't figure out how to post again! I won't go through it all, since I've now figured it out--but sorry it took me a while.
And actually today is the best day to start anyway, because I took my first shot this morning! YAY! I have to say it feels really good after planning this for months (since January!) After I got all my supplies last week, I realized I didn't know how to actually do the mixing and shots. I contacted my friend in town here who also is doing the diet, and she said she would show me how. At first I thought I would start loading last weekend, but I began feeling so unprepared, and pressured--I just felt I needed more time to buy all my food (not easy to find around here!) and to learn how to do the shots.
Now, there's something you must understand about me--it's not easy for me to learn a new skill. I guess I'm an "old dog" that can't learn new tricks! My husband still teases me that I have trouble changing the vacuum cleaner bags, not to mention changing the hose attachment on the vacuum! And forget about changing the car's oil! I've never been very medically-inclined, and besides the natural fear most people feel about shots, actually learning how to give a shot to myself was not a pleasant thought!
Nevertheless, I'm determined to learn shot-giving so well that it's a breeze! My friend Nancy had me practicing on an orange over and over--and finally the moment of truth came! Besides accidentally sticking my hand with the needle when I removed the cover, it went pretty well! It was much easier than I thought. The first step!
Then it was off to my sons' soccer game, and then to a tradition in our town: the Kiwanis Pancake Day--the perfect time to start loading! I have to admit, though, it wasn't quite as easy to stuff those pancakes in--already! I think I understand why everyone says they have trouble loading!
I also was quite delighted to go to Kroger's and see some organic items I haven't seen before--like cabbage, tomatoes and lemons! Yes, they were expensive, but I closed my eyes and tried not to think about it. I have to admit, I have a real feeling of elation to finally be on the path, and finally have a plan that is going to work! It's a trite saying, but it really is the first day of the rest of my life! And I'm so thankful!
To back up a bit again--I really have been doing a lot of preparation. Although I didn't actually do phase one, I did do a colon cleanse and started taking the NCD drops to clean out heavy metals and toxins. I already have been on two fantastic health drinks that I recommend to anyone--Reliv and the Eniva Vibe. I think because of carb content I can't have them on phase 2, but maybe on phase 3 (does anyone know?)--because they have been fantastic at improving the quality of my health. And I don't need to take a vitamin pill while on them.
I also wanted to switch to a natural deodorant--and despite strong reservations, I bought the crystal rock kind. To my amazement, it works! I've tried some other natural deodorants before, and this worked as good or better than the others. I always thought it was a scam before!
I've also just been reading everything I could about hcg and the diet--trying to get natural skin products (what do people use for soap?) and natural shampoo. I also ordered the wonderful Stevia flavors, and plan to order more this week, before the sale ends on April 30th! My friend also gave me a pack of the miracle noodles, which I'm thrilled to try! I haven't ordered them yet, but I'm sure I'll like them.
Anyway, it really is a change in lifestyle. The hard part will be trying to fix food for my family that's different from what I'm having--so I'll have to figure that out as I go along. But overall, I'm just thrilled to finally be starting!
Until next time, Merry
And actually today is the best day to start anyway, because I took my first shot this morning! YAY! I have to say it feels really good after planning this for months (since January!) After I got all my supplies last week, I realized I didn't know how to actually do the mixing and shots. I contacted my friend in town here who also is doing the diet, and she said she would show me how. At first I thought I would start loading last weekend, but I began feeling so unprepared, and pressured--I just felt I needed more time to buy all my food (not easy to find around here!) and to learn how to do the shots.
Now, there's something you must understand about me--it's not easy for me to learn a new skill. I guess I'm an "old dog" that can't learn new tricks! My husband still teases me that I have trouble changing the vacuum cleaner bags, not to mention changing the hose attachment on the vacuum! And forget about changing the car's oil! I've never been very medically-inclined, and besides the natural fear most people feel about shots, actually learning how to give a shot to myself was not a pleasant thought!
Nevertheless, I'm determined to learn shot-giving so well that it's a breeze! My friend Nancy had me practicing on an orange over and over--and finally the moment of truth came! Besides accidentally sticking my hand with the needle when I removed the cover, it went pretty well! It was much easier than I thought. The first step!
Then it was off to my sons' soccer game, and then to a tradition in our town: the Kiwanis Pancake Day--the perfect time to start loading! I have to admit, though, it wasn't quite as easy to stuff those pancakes in--already! I think I understand why everyone says they have trouble loading!
I also was quite delighted to go to Kroger's and see some organic items I haven't seen before--like cabbage, tomatoes and lemons! Yes, they were expensive, but I closed my eyes and tried not to think about it. I have to admit, I have a real feeling of elation to finally be on the path, and finally have a plan that is going to work! It's a trite saying, but it really is the first day of the rest of my life! And I'm so thankful!
To back up a bit again--I really have been doing a lot of preparation. Although I didn't actually do phase one, I did do a colon cleanse and started taking the NCD drops to clean out heavy metals and toxins. I already have been on two fantastic health drinks that I recommend to anyone--Reliv and the Eniva Vibe. I think because of carb content I can't have them on phase 2, but maybe on phase 3 (does anyone know?)--because they have been fantastic at improving the quality of my health. And I don't need to take a vitamin pill while on them.
I also wanted to switch to a natural deodorant--and despite strong reservations, I bought the crystal rock kind. To my amazement, it works! I've tried some other natural deodorants before, and this worked as good or better than the others. I always thought it was a scam before!
I've also just been reading everything I could about hcg and the diet--trying to get natural skin products (what do people use for soap?) and natural shampoo. I also ordered the wonderful Stevia flavors, and plan to order more this week, before the sale ends on April 30th! My friend also gave me a pack of the miracle noodles, which I'm thrilled to try! I haven't ordered them yet, but I'm sure I'll like them.
Anyway, it really is a change in lifestyle. The hard part will be trying to fix food for my family that's different from what I'm having--so I'll have to figure that out as I go along. But overall, I'm just thrilled to finally be starting!
Until next time, Merry
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