Day 1 down!

Well, here it is folks, day 1.  Let me just tell you it hasn't been easy, but it wasn't as hard as I was expecting.  I know its only the first day, but I'm being optimistic. :)  I thought I would post pictures and let you know what I drank today...

Breakfast consisted of beets, carrots, kale, ginger, and a golden apple...

It wasn't that bad really.  The only thing I didn't like about it was the beets.  I've never like beets in my life, so I don't know why I thought juicing would make it taste different. Lol.  But got it down no problem. 

Lunch consisted of kale, celery, ginger, green apples, asian pears, and half a lemon...

This one I had a little harder time drinking.  I'm pretty sure it was the celery.  Next time wont use as much. (You'll see later in my dinner juice)  The good thing about juicing is that you can tweak the recipes to your own liking.  So this is a learn as you go process. :)

Dinner consisted of spinach, green apple, asian pear, cucumber...

 I drank a little before I took the picture because I forgot about it.  I also juiced everything before I remembered to take a picture of that.  Ugh.  Oh well. You get the gist from the picture. :)  This one was tons better than the first green juice I made.  No celery made all of the difference.  I was hesitant on using the cucumber because eating it raw makes me burp. Alot.  But strangely enough drinking it in juice form hasn't made me burp at all.  Plus love the cucumber taste! Woohoo!

I thought I would be more tired than what I have been.  Reading testimonials from other people who have taken the juice fast have said they took multiple naps in the beginning.  I actually laid down and tried to sleep earlier but my body was too "awake" and I couldn't fall asleep.  So I just got up and read and listened to worship music.  That has really got me through today.  Listening to The Loft Sessions from Bethel Music.  Especially Jeremy Riddle's song Walk In The Promise.  It is hauntingly wonderful.  It just goes straight to my soul.  Beautiful. 

I am thankful day 1 is over.  I am ready to start seeing results, but I know that takes time.  I have taken pictures of myself to show you progress, but am not going to show that till I see some changes. :)  Till then I will keep truckin on and remain strong....29 more days to go. :)

Am I ready for this?

The other day I watched a documentary on Netflix called, Fat, Sick, and Nearly Dead.  Lets just say it was an eye opener.  It, basically, is about a man who goes on a 60 day juicing cleanse to help heal his body from all of the damage he had done to it.  I recommend you watch the video to find out further info on it.  But, needless to say it inspired me...

Just to give a little history, I pretty much my whole childhood life never had to worry about weight.  I could eat whatever I want, whenever I want and never gain an ounce.  It was fantastic!  I LOVE FOOD!!  Cooking it, the smell of it, I love trying new things.  In fact, it wasnt until I got pregnant with my first child at age 20 when my body started changing.  I gained a total of 35 lbs that pregnancy, which was fine, but I never lost it all.  I dropped down to about 10 lbs over my pre pregnancy weight, which at the time seemed great.  No need to lose weight, plus my hubby liked the extra curves going on. ;)  But, after a month or so I noticed I started to gain weight.  Not mass amounts but 5 lbs here or there.  I was more tired.  It probably could have been because I had a one month old, but I just couldnt seem to get enough energy no matter what I did.  Then I began to drink coffee to help.  Thus, began my Starbucks addiction. ;)  Two kids later, my body really took a toll.  I now weigh more than I ever have being non pregnant.  It is depressing at times.  I have rolls where I never used to.  Dimples where I dont want them to be.  My skin just looks dull.  Man, who would be happy with this body?  You know you've let yourself go when you dont even want your hubby to touch you cause it grossed you out, not because of him, but because of your own body.  The past month or so I've been experiencing stomach problems.  Nausea, cramping, irritability.  I have been under extra stress, but it seems to be everything I eat makes me sick. (and no I'm not pregnant)  After watching the documentary, it was like a light bulb went off.  Duh!  Maybe, I am having all of these problems due to my diet?  I only eat twice a day, never breakfast.  Actually a cup of coffee is my breakfast.  I've just let myself go...

Its time for a change!  Its a new year, and I need a new me!  Not just for my kids or my husband, but for me.  I want to feel good about myself again, even sexy again.  I lost that years ago and I'm ready to get it back!  After a lot of praying, this Sunday will kick off my 30 day (possibly 60 depending on how I feel after the 30 days) Reboot Juicing cleanse.  I am ready, I am motivated! I know its going to be hard.  I know I will face challenges, but with the support from my family and friends, and my faith I know I can do it!  Its about time...