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Three Pounds and a Small Miracle

Celebrate! I did it!

I did it.

Not climbed-a-mountain did it. Not ran-a-marathon did it.

But honestly? This might be harder.

After what felt like the longest, most stubborn, most personality-filled plateau in human history, the scale finally moved… down. Three pounds down.

Now, I know what you’re thinking. “Three pounds? That’s it?”

Oh no, my friend. That’s not “it.” That’s a full-blown celebration.

Because if you’ve ever been stuck in that weird in-between place—doing everything right, drinking your water, walking your steps, saying no to the second cookie while dramatically staring at it like it personally betrayed you—you know those three pounds are basically a standing ovation from your body.

For weeks (okay… let’s be honest… it felt like years), my body was like,
“Hmm. Interesting. We see your effort. We acknowledge it. We will now do… nothing.”

Cool. Thanks.

But here’s the thing I’m starting to understand:
A plateau isn’t failure. It’s your body having a team meeting.

It’s recalibrating. Adjusting. Figuring out this “new normal” you’ve been building. It’s like your body is saying,
“Wait… we’re really doing this? Okay… let me catch up.”

And then one day—out of nowhere—it lets go.

Three pounds. Gone.

Just like that.

Well… not just like that. More like after patience, consistency, and resisting the urge to throw the scale out the window at least twice a week.

But still.

And you better believe I celebrated. Not with anything wild—no dramatic confetti cannon (although I considered it)—but with something even better: pride.

Pride in sticking with it when it felt like nothing was happening.
Pride in trusting the process when the process was being extremely rude.
Pride in myself for not quitting.

Because that’s the real win here.

The weight loss? Amazing. Love that for me.
But the not giving up? That’s the real transformation.

So yes, I lost three pounds.

3-pound bag of granulated sugar with wooden scoop illustration
3 pounds of disgusting fat

And I gained something even better: proof that if I just keep going—even when it’s slow, even when it’s frustrating, even when it feels like my body is ignoring me—I will break through.

And next time the scale stalls?

Oh, I’ll still complain. Let’s not get crazy.

But I’ll also remember this:
Plateaus don’t mean it’s not working.

They just mean your body is getting ready to surprise you.

And honestly… I love a good plot twist.

What are your plateau buster tips?

Thanks for reading.

Microwave Ricotta Egg Mug

I wanted to try something new to enhance my breakfast of eggs in a mug. I read that you can add some ricotta cheese. So….

I sprayed my mug with avocado oil.

Into the mug I added two eggs and two tablespoons of ricotta cheese. I scrambled it up with a fork until the ricotta was incorporated. I added a little salt and freshly ground pepper. Microwave for 1 minute. Stir. Microwave for another 45 seconds to 1 minute.

It turned out pretty tasty. I wish I had taken a picture. Next up, I will try adding chives or fresh tomatoes.

Nutrition according to my food diary app.

2 eggs – 143 calories, 10 g fat, 1 g carbs, 13 g protein

2 Tbsp ricotta cheese – 46 calories, 3 g fat, 2 g carbs, 2 g protein

Avocado oil spray (2 sprays) – 10 calories, 1g fat, 0 g carbs, 0 G protein

Total – 199 calories, 14 g fat, 3 g carbs, 15 g protein

What would you add to this recipe??

Finding the Best Chocolate Protein Shake: My Reviews – Part 3

Today’s protein shake reviews are for two really good ones.

First I tried Super Coffee Protein. I wasn’t sure if this one would count toward a chocolate shake. The flavor was mocha. This one was super creamy and it had a nice coffee and chocolate taste. With 150 calories, 25 grams of protein, 8 carbs, 5 grams of fiber and 1 g sugar, this was delicious. I give it 4 stars. You can find it here – https://amzn.to/3Ou3k8S

The second shake I tried in this batch was Slate Ultra Protein. At 130 calories and 30 grams of protein, this was a tasty choice. With 3 g of carbs, 1 g fiber, and 1 g sugar, it was a good choice with less calories and sugar. I give this one 4.25 stars out of 5. You can find it here – https://amzn.to/4c62ubq

Anything you want me to taste test?

Thanks for reading.

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Finding the Best Chocolate Protein Shake: My Reviews – Part 1

Since starting a GLP-1 three weeks ago, I’ve had to concentrate on getting enough protein. I try to have 30 grams of protein by 9 am. This can be a challenge. One way to do this is to have a protein shake. If I don’t have time to mix one up, I like to grab a bottle or can of already made shake. But, which is my favorite? I decided to get as many shakes as I can for a taste test. I’m going to try two, write my review on them. Then when I have finally made my way through all of them, I will do a summary. To help compare apples to apples, I am sticking with all chocolate flavors.

First up is the Oikos Protein Shake. I love Oikos yogurt, so I have high hopes for this one. With 30 grams of protein, 180 calories, and only 1 gram of sugar, this shake helped me hit my 30 by 9 am. This had a great chocolate taste but was not a creamy experience. For 10 minutes after finishing it, there was a weird aftertaste in my mouth. Passable but not my favorite. 2.5 out of 5. You can find them here – https://amzn.to/4cdb0nS

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The second shake I tried was the Nutri Chocolate Milk Shake. This one has 30 grams of protein and 1 g sugar, just like the Oikos but it has 30 less calories. This one was nice and creamy and the chocolate taste was so good. I didn’t get any aftertaste. I will probably try more of this brand. 4 out of 5. You can find them here – https://amzn.to/4ml6gBn

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I believe I have 7 more shakes to try. Stay tuned for more chocolate protein shake reviews.

If you have any taste test suggestions, please let me know in the comments.

Thanks for reading.

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Stepping Into My GLP-1 Journey: A New Chapter Begins

I’m officially standing at the start of something new—and I feel genuinely excited about it.

Beginning my GLP-1 journey isn’t just about weight loss. It’s about taking control in a way that feels intentional, informed, and long overdue. After a lot of research, reflection, and preparation, I’m ready to focus on getting healthy, not chasing perfection, but choosing progress.

One of the things I’m most looking forward to is simply moving better. I want my body to feel like a partner again, not something I have to fight with. Less knee pain is high on my wish list—because when movement hurts less, life opens up more. Walking becomes possible. Energy comes back. Confidence grows.

And yes, I’m excited to make myself a priority.

Not someday. Not after everything else is handled. Now.

As part of this journey, I’m starting a walking program, something gentle but consistent—movement that fits into real life and supports long-term health. I’m also continuing the healthy eating and movement plan that’s already been working for me. Since December 15, 2025, I’ve lost 11 pounds, and that matters. It tells me I’m capable. It tells me I can trust myself when I commit.

There’s also room for small, surprisingly hopeful goals—like trying (and maybe even liking!) cottage cheese. It might sound minor, but embracing new foods and habits is part of building a healthier relationship with my body and my choices.

This GLP-1 journey feels like a tool—not a shortcut, not a magic fix, but support. Support as I keep showing up for myself. Support as I build momentum. Support as I choose health, mobility, and strength for the long run.

I’m proud of where I’m starting.
I’m excited about where I’m going.
And for the first time in a long time, I’m doing this—for me.

My Lingo CGM is bossy!

Today, after indulging in some candy to see how it would affect my glucose count, my CGM (I shall call her Lingy) got bossy and told me I had to do 20 squats! What a bossy pants. I moved into a corner near my desk and completed all 20 squats. Kind of proud of myself!

The harpooned whale

So, my Lingo CGM (continuous glucose monitor) arrived. I prepped my arm and placed the sensor. It did not hurt at all. I did, however, bleed like a harpooned whale.

So far, my levels have been between 76 and 110. I can’t wait to see how it goes tomorrow. Here is a photo of the sensor showing the needle.

It’s been a while.

I can’t believe it has been almost 8 months since I last posted. Where have I been? To be honest, no where. I’ve been in quite a funk lately – mentally and physically. I recently decided I needed to do something about that.

First, I started reflecting on my mental health. What is keeping me stressed and depressed and what can I do about it?

With the current state of the world, it has been hard to think positive about the future. It doesn’t matter which side of the aisle you are on. I have friends and family from all walks of life and I love them all no matter what. What I don’t like is the amount of hatred that is out there. I’ve decided that I am going to spread positivity. It is amazing how people react to an unexpected smile or a kind gesture from a stranger.

I’ve been dealing with family health issues on both my side and my husband’s side of the family. I find myself stressing. We are so far away from both sides of the family. Sadly, there is nothing I can do. So, I just pray. God must be up there thinking. “Oh no, not her again” LOL. Not really, He has been good to me.

I’ve also started to invest in my physical health. I looked into vitamin B12 shots and, after extensive research, started getting weekly shots. Well, it’s only been 2 shots so far, but it seems to have made a difference. Both my brain fog and severe exhaustion have lessened. If you ask my husband, he will say my energy has exploded. (I haven’t been caught singing and dancing in the passenger seat of the car in years. Today, I had a ball).

I’ve also been interested in how my body reacts to different foods and activity. I am awaiting my first CGM (continuous glucose monitor) delivery. They should be here on Monday. I plan to wear one for the next month and track how different foods affect my glucose. This will help me choose foods that are less likely to spike my blood sugar. More on that journey in a future blog.

I am feeling better and have more energy. I am hoping to share some insight and tips with anyone interested.

Please share any tips that have helped you.

Thanks for reading!

GOALS!!!!

Goals have been set.

Check off those goals

I met with the registered dietitian last night. I think it was a good session. We came up with three doable goals for the next two weeks.

Goal 1: Since my step totals have fallen off and I haven’t been hitting 5000 steps lately, we decided to set a goal for 5000 steps each day. I hit 5105 yesterday. Today, at 4:45 PM, I already have 5135 steps.

Goal 2: Since Physical Therapy is helping, my second goal is to continue with it AND to do my PT home exercises every day. So far, so good.

Goal 3: Continue tracking my food and posting pictures on the Nourish. Easy, peasy.

I’m feeling pretty good about those goals.

Thanks for reading!