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This post contains probably more than you care to know about my eating habits *grin*… but keep reading you can win a $100 Visa Gift card, details at the end of the post!
Accountability…. oh what an ugly word. Especially when it’s associated with those dreaded New Year’s Resolutions.
You see it’s easy to make a New Years Resolution in your head.
Come on you know you do it! At the beginning of each new year, you dream of changing those things about you that you think are not right. However when it comes to the “next step” you don’t dare to write it down or even *gasp* tell someone else about it.
I’m the Queen of what I call the “imaginary” New Year’s Resolution. Imaginary because it exists only in my own head. I can’t remember the last time I wrote down a New Year’s resolution. I’ll spare you the list of things on my imaginary resolution list in the past…
2010 was an odd year for me, one of great accomplishments but also of a few great trials. I feel like the year just blew by and I haven’t even had time to take a breath and realize it was here, now it’s almost over.
One of the things that fell by the wayside last year was me taking care of myself. Now I don’t mean the “do your hair, get out of bed and get dressed” take care of yourself, that I’m fine with… I mean the “eat healthy, exercise and don’t wear yourself out” take care of yourself. I know as women we have an innate instinct to put others (mostly our families) first, but I really feel like this can be a problem sometimes. I can not tell you how many times I’ve stayed up too late or spent my whole day driving kids around then eaten a horribly “anti” nutritious fast food meal for dinner. Only to wake up the next morning feeling like I got hit by a truck… my “take care of everything else” first instinct having failed me. Causing a completely unproductive day the next day due to the fact that I wore myself out the day before.
This time last year, I was at a checkup with my Doctor- just a routine checkup, nothing wrong, and I complained to her that I just can not “get going” in the morning. It’s true- I’m usually pretty much useless before noon. Her first question to me was “what are you eating for breakfast?”… Me, not being one to miss a meal, said “oh I always eat breakfast, usually cereal”. She just gave me a disapproving look and told me that I needed to drop the carbs in the morning. ”Really?” I thought to myself. You see I fancy myself a bit of a carb addict and was not prepared to hear that my little addiction might be getting in the way of going about my daily routine. She proceeded to tell me that I really needed some protein in the morning, no sugar and very little carbs. I was spiking my blood sugar first thing when I woke up putting myself on a downhill slide the whole rest of the day. She also explained to me that as I age I may be able to help fend off some weight gain by increasing my protein and decreasing my carbs.
So I went about trying to dump the morning cereal. But you see there is a problem, I do not make the wisest decisions at 6 am. That bowl of cereal is just too easy to pour. Making an egg requires a pan, which requires cooking, neither of which I was in the mood to do at 6 am. I tried eggs, protein shakes, yogurts, cream cheese, and even a spoonful of peanut butter. None of which worked their way into my morning routine. About February, my “high protein” plan was out the window.
Then a few weeks ago BlogHer told me they were looking for some bloggers to try out a new protein based breakfast food. At first I hesitated then I realized that this program could give me just the push (and accountability) I needed to drop my morning carb habit…
Accountability…
yes that awful word. But I “signed up”.. and now here we are.
As part of my the healthy choices I’m making for the new year… I am going to KICK that cereal habit.
Jimmy Dean offered to let me try some of their new D-Lites line. Convient, yummy, and high in protein. They might be just the thing that I need.
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| iPhone photo – snapped right before I ate it- you get a photo of the food- not of me at 6 AM! :) |
I will admit I was a bit nervous, the whole concept of microwaving an egg sounded a little unappetizing, but I was very pleasantly surprised! I took off the cheese before I microwaved it because I don’t like cheese, but you don’t have to do that. One tip I will share with you, take it out of the freezer the night before and put it in the fridge to defrost, I think you get a better result.
So….. the egg was NOT rubbery and the bun was soft not chewy or hard. Honestly you could not tell it was microwaved, it tasted like I had just cooked it. I really liked it, plus it was quick and easy & I think this has got a really good chance of making it into my morning routine.
My husband also really liked the sausage muffin. He’s really short on time in the morning and liked the idea of microwaving something that he can take with him, or even just cook when he gets to work. I think next I’ll try some of the bagel varieties, my 15 yr old daughter is not a great breakfast eater but she loves bagels & sausage – maybe if it’s fast she’ll eat something in the morning.
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I recognized I’ve not done the best job taking care of myself in 2010, so for 2011 I really want to make being healthy a goal. It’s time to stop burning the candle at both ends, eating too much fast food and get back on that elliptical machine!! (oh, do we even want to talk about the dreaded exercise topic right now?)
So for 2011- My Better Choices Resolutions will be:
-Eat Protein at Breakfast
-Exercise 3x a week. (I know that 5 is ideal, but I’m are moving up to 3x a week from zero the last 3 months). I don’t even know what I can still do.. Have my legs turned to jello? This could be scary *grin*
-Vitamins every day! Including extra calcium.. and Vitamin D during the winter (yep, I think it really does help with the “blahs”..)
-Stop before I’m “burned out”… stop over committing myself, say “no” when appropriate. My kids aren’t going to be little for much longer and I don’t want to miss it because I was too busy doing other things.
So what about you? What are some of the “Better Choices” you are going to make next year?
Do you dare write them down?
Better yet do you dare share them here with everyone?? Cause you know.. then you’ll be committed!!
Just to give you an extra little “push” Jimmy Dean is giving away a:
as part of their Jimmy Dean D-Lights “Better Breakfast, Better you” program
to enter:
No duplicate comments. You may receive (2) total entries by selecting from the following entry methods:
a) Leave a comment describing ONE thing you want to try to do better next year! (It doesn’t have to be food or health related!!)
b) Tweet about this promotion and leave the URL to that tweet in a comment on this post
c) Blog about this promotion and leave the URL to that post in a comment on this post
d) Read the official rules for alternate form of entry.
This giveaway is open to US Residents age 18 or older. Winners will be selected via random draw, and will be notified by e-mail. You have 72 hours to get back to me, otherwise a new winner will be selected.
Be Sure to read:
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Check out the Better Breakfast, Better You round up page to see what other bloggers are saying.
Contest open December 28th 2010 - January 30th 2011
I want to be more deliberate in my parenting.
I think that “taking better care of myself” just about sums it up!
I want to spend more time sitting on the floor with my kids.
I want to spend more quality time with each of my children.
I would like to play more with my kids, just be goofy with them!
agnesrhodes2@hotmail.com
I want to drink more water!
I want to get organized! Every closet in my house is pure chaos. If I could get them organized I would be much happier!
kd.klipboard@gmail.com
I want to take better care of ME. I got a Wii fit – I hope I use it regularly!
I want to learn to take better pictures. Or at least put more effort into it.
I want to spend more time on “me” i know thats pretty cliche, but the past couple years I pretty much “gave” up. I need time to take a shower, shave, style my hair–do “normal” things that I just gave up because ive been taking care of my babies and staying at home. My self esteem has really suffered because of it! That along with consistent preschool homeschooling for my almost 3 year old!!
*kelly
kelly-tillotson@hotmail.com
I want to take better photos this year, learn some new photography skills.
I want to keep a journal.
I want to drink more water.
In 2011, I plan to Zumba at least 3 times a week and keep a food journal.
mami2jcn at gmail dot com
tweet:
http://twitter.com/#!/mami2jcn/status/19904081745158144
I am going to make a new girlfriend to just hang out with and talk too! atkinsonq@frontiernet.net
I want to get off the couch and get back into a good routine. I realize laying around has been caused by morning sickness, so I don’t feel too bad about it. But I want to make the most of the next few months before baby arrives.
Go to sleep on time…instead of getting lost surfing the ‘net….
I want to get to bed earlier and and wake up earlier.
celestelouise@gmail.com
I want to get back to running. I haven’t had a good run in about 6 months… sad.
As a confirmed cereal eater for breakfast, I’m going to try and add protein.
In the new year I would like to play more and work less!
I want to “do” more for me in the new year. It seems like us moms always put everyone else in front of us!
I want to stay more organized.
I want to learn how to knit! I’ve always wanted to learn but so far haven’t had the patience. Next year will be my year!
I want to be more organized so my home is less cluttered.
I would like to be 10 minutes early to things instead of 15 minutes late. Hey Maybe some Jimmy Dean Pre-made breakfasts will help in my efforts!
I have a binder filled with sewing and craft projects I want to do…I will make more time for my creativity for sure!
make time for exercise
Mine is to take care of myself too. Eat healthier and get a good nights sleep!
I have to agree with you, I make very unwise choices in the morning. WIth three kids and one on the way, I have good intentions, but when morning rolls around they fly out the window. I am currently on extra iron pills, and I think these would be a great choice for my life, thanks for the review I will check them out when I go to the grocery next.
vedodili@gmail.com
Put myself on a daily & weekly schedule and stick to it.
learn to crochet, manage my money better
organizing…I really need to get on top of it:)
Kristina
modernfrills@yahoo.com
I will carefully watch portion sizes, and say no to 2nds.
I want to keep a food journal to keep myself on track with food.
kport207 at gmail dot com
I want to exercise more!
teresacline2001(at)yahoo(dot)com
I want to read my scriptures every day.
I went 3 months without drinking any pop – a major accomplishment for me. I caved and went back to pop and have gained back 10 of the 30 pounds I lost. I must (and will) give up pop again and go back to drinking water – I really do miss it and crave it now. Thanks!
I look forward to bettering myself in the coming year. Not only will I lose weight for myself I will also be a better role model for my two kids. That is the best I can wish for in the new years.
Thanks,
Scott Martin
Spmartin122@gmail.com
More consistent with all 5 of my kiddos!
More veggies and less salt (which means eating in and cooking more)!
This year I’m going to cook at home more. I am looking forward to looking around the dinner table every night at the faces of my family and feeling like I’ve fed them a meal I can be proud of rather than fast food!
fighting cancer right now and just out of treatment and isolation but need to find balance and ways to heal the body so would like to try yoga to better myself in the new year
tvollowitz at aol dot com
Next year I want to eat better! I really do!!! My new strategy is to not overeat, but still eat the things I like. Thanks for the giveaway!
I tweeted too!
http://twitter.com/#!/benny8484/status/20011627554279424
I plan on walking more and eating healthy.
MCantu1019 at aol dot com
I am going to work out three days a week and learn Zumba.
rhoneygtn at yahoo dot com
Tweeted http://twitter.com/#!/rhoneygee/status/20029168699838465
rhoneygtn at yahoo dot com
I’d like to be a more patient mom, not be a helicopter parent, and spend more time with my daughters.
flowerpower0097 at live dot com
emotionally get healthier
I plan on working out more as soon as I heal from my upcoming c-section!
girlforgotten81@aol.com
My big goal for 2011 is to not buy anything new. It is lofty and big but I have been thinking about it for the last six months. Ooh, but I can use gift cards. That $100 would go a long way.
cowilcox(at)gmail.com
I want to work on getting control of the clutter in my house.
I am going to control my sugar tooth.
I want to exercise more.
djeanq(at)gmail(dot)com
I’m commiting to better time management. I hate hearing myself say that “I don’t have time to exercise today”
I really want to try to eat healthier.
Thanks so much.
I want to spend less time on the computer and more time cleaning house
bepoia(at)hotmail(dot)com
I definitely want to eat better and what a perfect way to start! No more fudge for breakfast :o(
Thanks for sharing Melissa. You know what… you are always one of those people I want to try to be like. REALLY. Won’t ever happen and I should stop beating myself up about it- I appreciate your sharing. Miss my kentucky life!
I will excercise 4 times a week
Your post rang so true! Being a mom I have a hard time time taking care of myself the way I should because it seams so selfish! But in the end it hurts your family anyway to not be on top of your game. I need to take better care of myself and health FOR my children!
Eat better and exercise more
Eat more fruits and vegetables
tweet
http://twitter.com/buzz8/status/20171688628977664
I plan to get off my butt more. I plan to exercise more by using the treadmill whenever i watch tv.
I want to tell people things instead of think about it. For example, I love your hair today or what you said in church really touched me or I love you. I think we miss opportunities to uplift one another. So that is my goal this year. By the way, Love your blog:)
I’m going to increase the intensity of my workouts. Sure, I can say that I work out 5 days a week, but now it’s time to bump it up and **WORK OUT** 5 times a week! :)
krtrumpet [at] aol [dot] com
Two things for me. I have GOT to exercise and am going to learn how to sew.
I want to make breakfast more and healthier than just a cup of coffee. Sounds Jimmy Dean will become one of my best friends.
I need to “take better care of myself” by getting enough sleep!
I’m going to cut out junk food snacks.
One of my goals is to post more often on my blog.
Better choices: Stay away from chips for one… get moving and take my vitamins for more. I also need to work on balancing my life.
rugerpuppies at hotmail dot com
I want to do more stuff with my kids this new year.
I’m trying to eat foods that are NUTRITIOUS and filling. No more low cal junk food–2011 is all about fruits and veggies and nuts. :)
ohkeeka at gmail dot com
I am cutting back on carbs as I am now diabetic.
I plan to walk more in 2011. I also plan to eat better by eating more fruits and vegetables and less sugar and junk food.
s2s2 at comcast dot net
http://twitter.com/#!/susan1215/status/20218385908371457
s2s2 at comcast dot net
Total coincidence but my resolution for the new year is to cook dinner more often!
llurz at carolina.rr.com
Take more pictures. 2010 is gone and I hardly took any pictures.
I have been trying to shape up my diet this fall and I find the healthier breakfast I have, the easier time i have eating healthy for the rest of the day. I’ve been staying away from the white flour and sugar, trying to eat whole wheat and fruit
http://twitter.com/#!/rewcath/status/20241245200711680 @rewcath tweeted
I recently joined a fitness program at work that pays cash for pedometer steps, workouts, etc. I expect that will give me added incentive to excercise all year long.
bbentry [at] aol [dot] com
I plan to cook more from scratch and eat more whole/organic foods, and start running again
You just gave me a good idea. I will get up earlier and actually do stuff in the morning.
I’m going to eat more raw veggies.
iridia718 at gmail dot com
For 2011, I’m planning to quit smoking AND drinking pop. Wish me luck because I’m so going to need it!
pbjmama(at)gmail(dot)com
I want to take a brisk walk or get some other good exercise every day–not just occasionally like I do now.
I have learned about portion control and this year I’m going to apply it to my diet.
tshaw6580@yahoo.com
I tweeted about giveaway
http://twitter.com/#!/Terri6580/status/20329515284697088
tshaw6580@yahoo.com
I am definitely with you on the eating a better balance of protein and veggies in my otherwise carb heavy diet. These look awesome!
I plan to do more yoga and jogging
tcarolinep at gmail dot com
http://twitter.com/tcarolinep/status/20349342959280129
My kids love pasta and noodles. I’m swtiching to whole grain pasta and buck wheat noodles!!! Small change, but hopefully better alternative for everyone.
At least once a month I plan to spend quality time to improve ME. Like taking a free or low cost class at Hobby or craft stores. Lot of free offers to try at exercise places at the start of the year. too. Color my gray hairs. Make time to prepare better meals, instead of a quick microwave dinner. Take sewing classes online. I find that I need to actually plan and sign up, or I don’t do things for me.
I run. So, my plan for 2011 is to work on incorporating running and other workouts. We’ll see how it goes :)
scottorbsmith at gmail dot com
I am going to quit smoking and start eating breakfast.
We’re going to be doing more renovations on our house and getting exercise and drinking plenty of water! Thank you!
I tweeted http://twitter.com/Tina12312/status/20499342242611200
Happy New Year to you all!
This is going to be cliche, but I’m going to try to exercise more and eat better. I don’t write down my New Year’s resolutions because I don’t feel a need to- I know what I need to do :-)
More whole grains and water, less refined sugar.
Tweet:
http://twitter.com/clc408/status/20515904206938113
I’m going to extend my work out from thirty minutes to an hour!
I am determined to exercise more. Last year I started eating healthier so now I need to tone up.
hebert024 at aol dotcom
I already began, 4 weeks smoke free
I tweeted http://twitter.com/#!/eyzofblu63/status/20568725295996929
I’m planning on trying to eat less fat and exercising more!! Thanks!
kmassmanATgmailDOTcom
I want to become better balanced between work, play, and blogging.
I want to do a better job taking care of myself – be more faithful at taking my prescription meds daily, eat healthier, move more…
I want to exercise more often. I feel so much better when I exercise but struggle with it in the winter.
I want to add more time to my dog-walking routine, like go on a walk with my dogs everyday! LOL They love to go for a walk and I love taking them so my resolution is for my superpups and for me!
I want to spend more time with my boys. And get back into an exercise routine. So I guess that means less time blog hopping. ;)
Exercise. I need to quit putting it off.
I want to journal more. I only do it once a month if I’m lucky. I want to do it once a week. That’s a huge goal for me!
special.k3(at)juno.com
I need to start taking care of myself as well if not better, as I do everybody else.
I’m going to exercise at least 5 times a week.
ksgillmore at yahoo dot com
My plan is to walk 10,000 steps per day.
nrdunningATgmailDOTcom
tweet
http://twitter.com/ohstac/status/20950680533475328
nrdunningATgmailDOTcom
I want to journal more regularly
I tweeted: http://twitter.com/shepherdslamb/status/21025931019681792
I am going to get back into my daily wii fit routine, I felt great when I did that last year
http://twitter.com/#!/saphyress/status/21040385547571200
I plan on exercising daily for better health, even if it’s only for 20-30 minutes a day.
I should write it down! I write my weight down on the calendar so I can see it go DOWN!
tweet-http://twitter.com/jillyrh/status/21098644342046722
Thanks
I want to stop allowing myself to be distracted by silly things and take my business seriously so I can earn the success that I know I can be.
I am going to lose weight and get into shape this year.
hellrzr(at)juno(dot)com
tweet
http://twitter.com/mrcheapo/status/21176275980783616
hellrzr(at)juno(dot)com
I plan on quitting smoking this year and figure if I can focus on this first, the rest of things I need to do to become a healthier individual will fall into place.
Dove056 at aol dot com
Tweet – http://twitter.com/#!/Dove056/status/21253566429659136
Dove056 at aol dot com
I plan to drink less sugary drinks.
I want to do better at keeping in touch with the people I love. The phrase I am going to use to keep myself on track is “Do what matters most”. I began today by calling my favorite aunt while I waited for a cake to come out of the oven, rather than tell myself (as I usually do) that I would write to her later tonight, when it was quiet and I had more time to think. Invariably, what happens is that I read a few blogs, think about what quilts I’d like to make, then fall asleep without writing that letter. So I’m off to a good start–sorry for the long post.
wordygirl at earthlink dot net
I will drink more water this year
sweokgrl@gmail.com
My tweet
sweokgrl@gmail.com
http://twitter.com/bdiane34/status/21572953867030529
Protein for breakfast is one that I might have to adopt! Right now they are more sleep and more water!!
I’m having big-time back surgery this Thursday. Like it or not, I’ve vowed to follow the directions of my physical therapist. I’ve lost a lot of strengh and mobility; doing things my way (the lazy way)simply won’t get me where I need to be.
Thanks for a great giveaway!
Tweeted you!
http://twitter.com/Ida_Sessions/status/21683917568352256
I want to get even more frugal than I already am. Plan better when I go to the store and use more coupons.
Thanks for the giveaway!
eswright18 at gmail dot com
tweet
http://twitter.com/#!/eswright18/status/21715359769825280
eswright18 at gmail dot com
Yum! I plan on eating healthier this year and exercising more too. Thanks!
shevilkenevil1 at aol dot com
Tweet:
http://twitter.com/#!/lipstickncandy/status/21740984891080704
shevilkenevil1 at aol dot com
I would love to be able to run a mile
Thanks so much!
Janna Johnson
jannajanna@hotmail.com
janna@feedyourpigblog.com
http://www.feedyourpigblog.com
I’m going to gradually increase my exercises as well as my protein intake.
chainmail (at) iwon (dot) com
I tweeted about this
http://twitter.com/The_Sunshyn/status/21760679019024384
I want to eat healthier, finish my son’s quilt, and continue going to the gym. I need to kick my sugar habit!!
I’m aiming to take the kids for 2+ mile walks in the neighborhood at least 4 times a week. That gets me off my rear end and gets the kids out for fresh air.
Those look pretty yummy! I will be patching some strained relationships this year.
I plan to make small changes through the year, like eating more veggies and moving more.
pestkaj(at)yahoo(dot)com
Kick the Coke habit!!
Wish it didn’t have to be health related…but, my son turns 2 in April and I promised myself I would drop my pregnancy weight by the time he turned ONE. Well, it didn’t happen. I want to make it happen NOW – before he turns TWO! Another goal is to apply for Grad school in June and begin in September.
nhartmann54 at gmail dot com
Tweet @ http://twitter.com/#!/nhartmann54/status/21996868347105280
nhartmann54 at gmail dot com
I am going to use my exercise machine and not just look at it.
marybug2@yahoo.com
I tweeted
http://twitter.com/#!/marybug2/status/22083191443558400
marybug2 at yahoo.com
I plan to work on being a better member of the community! I think that I am a good person, but sometimes it’s too easy to just focus on myself and my immediate family, and that just isn’t right. I want to be a good friend to many, and a great neighbor to those around me, and be there to lend a hand to those in need in my community.
My new resolution is to up my trips to the gym from 2 a week to 3 times a week. And to hold myself to “making up” missed gym trips with videos at home.
catherine(dot)alley(at)gmail(dot)com
I have resolved to actually eat breakfast in the morning. Usually I just run out of the house and don’t even think about it. So by mid-morning, I am starving and I have to go the vending machine to get something to snack on. So by eating a healthy breakfast every day, I should be able to curb all of the snacking that I do.
Priorities…Prioritize precious family time…prioritize healthy habits…prioritize prayer time…prioritize exercise…
More on blog at: http://thesimpsonstuff.blogspot.com/2011/01/10-for-11.html
I plan like most everyone else to get healthy. Not super model fit, but me fit. This will help me be a better mom because I will be around longer.
To see more of my goals take a look here:
http://imperfectnest.com/2011-is-for-re-building-improving/
im going to stop eating so much junk food
addictedtorodeo at gmail dot com
i will try to buy less sugary processed foods
I am setting aside 15 minutes daily for deep breathing and relaxation
exercises. When I feel less stressed, I do a much better job of staying on track with my goals, both health and otherwise.
dogsrock at insightbb dot com
I’m going to take my vitamins faithfully!
I REALLY am going to add more fiber to my diet:
Fiber foods
Fiber supplements
More water.
It will make me kinder and gentler… LOL
Well, this is a newly formed “resolution” but I want to cut artificial sweeteners out of my diet completely and forever!
tlannan30[at]yahoo[dot]com
I do want to walk more…it’s the only exercise I enjoy. amiedanny@msn.com
I will be more physically active.
eugeniewu (at) gmail (dot) com
I will make sure to stay hydrated when I exercise.
hlee99 (at) gmail (dot) com
I am going to try to be more physically active, esp. during the winter months. I notice as I age, I have less stamina. I always need to drink more water!!
I am going to fill half the plate with veggies or fruit and the other half- half with protein and half with carbs.
I tweeted
http://twitter.com/jadenruby/status/23454004566560768
I am going to really try to stick with healthy snacks, in spite of my sweet tooth.
cgclynsg0 at gmail dot com
tweet http://twitter.com/tnshadylady/status/23787769801211904
blog post http://tnshadylady.blogspot.com/2011/01/jimmy-dean-d-lights-better-breakfast.html
I want to spend quality one on one time with my wonderful family.
I plan on drinking more water. scg00387 at yahoo dot com
http://twitter.com/#!/DesMoinesDealin/status/23847887553171456 scg00387 at yahoo dot com
I need to follow through better. Just do it!
i am making sure i eat veggies with at least 2 meals..i can’t just rely on vitamins anymore nannypanpan at sbcglobal.net
I am trying to spend better quality time with my twin daughters!
kclements2001 (at) hotmail (dot) com
I plan on drinking more water and eating at least the recommended amount of vegetables daily.
Sparklezstars@cfl.rr.com
http://twitter.com/Sparklezstars/statuses/23943087550107648
Tweeted
Sparklezstars@cfl.rr.com
The ONE thing I plan to do to better myself is to make time for myself to do the projects I have been meaning to do for quite a while :) Y’know, Me-Time :)
Please feel free to contact me at:
sales4545 at gmail dot com
I just tweeted this giveaway here :D
http://twitter.com/#!/TimboSquad/status/24014755802910720
Please feel free to contact me at:
sales4545 at gmail dot com
I’m going to make sure my family eats healthier!
debbiebellows[at]gmail[dot]com
i tweeted here:
http://twitter.com/bellows22/status/24230739671261184
debbiebellows[at]gmail[dot]com
I am absolutely going to start exercising again- standing while eating doesn’t count anymore.
ape2016(at)aol(dot)com
im going to be more active!
I plan to get more sleep and use the elliptical weekly
The best choice I am making this year is cutting back on sugar. I am losing weight and I love not craving it anymore! Thanks. sbcashortie at hotmail dot com
I ALSO PLAN TO EXERCISE MORE, GOD KNOWS I COULD USE IT! kytah00@yahoo.com
2nd ENTRY TWEET twitter.com/#!/kytah00/status/24558314280976385 kytah00@yahoo.com
More vegetables, less soda.
cookiesandclogs[at]gmail[dot]com
Did the alternative entry
cookiesandclogs[at]gmail[dot]com
I’d like to start taking daily vitamins.
aubreyfick@yahoo.com
My better start is discovering myfitnesspal.com – I am using to track my calories ( have done WW before), staying away from the sweets – which is taking all of my will power and will be hitting the elliptical once it arrives. Really just trying to find ways to work around cravings and my bad habit of stress eating!! Lots of gum chewing
nhmoose99 at yahoo dot com
Some healthy choices will be whole grains instead of white bread, fruit/veggies instead of cookies, and water instead of soda!
sazzyfrazz at gmail dot com
Tweeted!
http://twitter.com/sazzyfrazzy/status/24703283192930304
sazzyfrazz at gmail dot com
I’m applying to go back to school for another degree to better my career opportunities!
tweet http://twitter.com/#!/CarmaSez/status/25018551794405376
I need to get some form of regular exercise – not just now and then. So I bought new shoes and I plan on walking 3 times a week on the beach to try to make it a habit.
adrianecoros(at)gmail(dot)com
Tweet!
http://twitter.com/#!/EverydayVibrant/status/25257997185851392
I’m making better choices eating less processed food and more real foods.
Be more consistent with my workouts.
ktgonyea at gmail.com
My plans for 2011 are to try and cut back on as much processed food and sugar as I can for a healthier lifestyle. That pastry picture at the beginning of the post certainly didn’t help:)
My tweet: http://twitter.com/njhhb/statuses/25600930829307904
I actually also set a goal to exercise three times a week. I so hope I can do it!
fourkidsrgreat(at)gmail.com
Tweeted: http://twitter.com/suburbsanity/status/25643545180250113
fourkidsrgreat(at)gmail.com
I want to make more homecooked meals
I’m going to drink more water and eat more veggies.
rawrms at gmail dot com
I tweeted:
http://twitter.com/livelovelynn/status/25670468308566016
rawrms at gmail dot com
My New Year’s Resolution is that every year, from now on, I’m going to either learn something new or try something I’ve never done before. I always felt weird that I didn’t know how to swim so this year I signed up for swimming lessons at our local community college. Not only will I learn a new skill, I’m hoping to get healthier with some much-needed exercise.
shel704 at aol dot com
Tweeted:
http://twitter.com/auntiethesis/status/25729646850998273
shel704 at aol dot com
One thing that I want to try harder on this year is not stressing out so much. We had a lot of “trials” last year and this year my motto will be “come what may and love it”!
bretinsley@hotmail.com
I will get on a regular exercise program, including Zumba!
I tweeted
http://twitter.com/tracylr233/status/25835615526322177
thanks!
I need to do better organized clothes, sport equipement and etc around the house. I already got rid off stuff and give to goodwill..It a start…
I want to help my children achieve their new year goals. One of them being to become a better reader.
kcdamery@ymail.com
I’d love to be more present and organized.
I’m making a conscious decision to stop picking at my face. No more “just this once”s or “only whiteheads”. (tmi? maybe.) IM GOING COLD TURKEY! lol.
I would like to take better care of myself-have been on the back burner too long.
I’ve joined weight watchers and am walking more.
Slow Down and be grateful for what I have :)
ktgonyea at gmail.com
I want to live more simply and be better about my purchase choices.
Paying bills. I want to get some of the small things paid off so I can pay more to the big things. Thank you!
getting back into my exercise routine
tweeted
http://twitter.com/hillgirly/status/26554510281285633
My focus is on eating healthier for sure. I might even try some exercise too. We’ll see!
gmissycat at yahoo dot com
Tweeted here!
http://twitter.com/gmissycat/status/26661311232344064
gmissycat at yahoo dot com
So far in 2011, I have replaced high saturated fat with healthy fats and whole grains~ We also are eating more fresh organic fruits and vegetables
bukaeyes at aol dot com
tweeted
http://twitter.com/#!/bukaeyes/status/26689949558378496
bukaeyes@aol.com
One of my changes for this year is that I’m going to stop eating when I’m not hungry. What a novel concept! I know! I’ve been letting my taste buds run the show. Not wise.
I tweeted:
http://twitter.com/#!/tammigirl/status/26721074834055168
I want to be on time with things,and put a bot more effort into things, especially getting excercise and eating better.Thanks.
kibbles9895@yahoo.om
FOLLOW AND TWEETED
http://twitter.com/Sarafan2/status/26722984836206592
kibbles0905@yahoo.com
http://twitter.com/#!/HappyTina0115/status/26747976575619072
merleandtina@yahoo.com
Like you, I’m trying to eat more protein in the mornings and walk more…it’s a daily challenge but if I stick with if, I hope to continue to lose weight as I’ve been at a plateau for about 5 monthes!
i plan to make healthier choices for family meals and i plan to walk more regularly on my treadmill
debbiebellows[at]gmail[dot]com
i tweeted
http://twitter.com/bellows22/status/26825051386945536
debbiebellows[at]gmail[dot]com
I swim 3 times a week and try to walk as much as possible.
Thanks for the contest.
blogged:
http://slehan.blogspot.com/2010/12/win-100-from-blogher-and-jimmy-dean.html
I plan on getting more me time. Time to focus on my needs, instead of everyone around me. I have always put others needs ahead of my own and I am wearing out. I need to take some time for me, to take care of myself, so I can better take care of others.
Tweet
http://twitter.com/#!/HeartnSoulmom/status/26848192918192129
Tweet
http://twitter.com/#!/HeartnSoulmom/status/26848192918192129
I plan on eating healthier food, and getting more excercise in, and walking each day. Thanks.
kibbles0905@yahoo.com
Tweeted
http://twitter.com/Sarafan2/status/27056952110485505
kibbles0905@yahoo.com
I plan to use my WII and balance board every day .I got as gift for Christmas. The Jimmy dean products look so good I plan to get some even if I don”t win.hbucket etude37@gmail.com
I want to eat better breakfasts!
I want to stay more organized.
i will be doing more strength training and hope to do at least one 5k this year
tweet
http://twitter.com/erunuevo/status/27617482181185536
I want to make healthier lifestyle choices overall: eat healthier, be more active, drink more water, and reduce stress in my life.
I plan on walking more on the treadmill this year.
nuthouse(at)centurytel(dot)net
tweeted: http://twitter.com/#!/KerryBishop/status/27917707961700352
nuthouse(at)centurytel(dot)net
I want to get better at blogging…being more consistent is something I’m working on this year!
I plan to play more. Life has been serious and difficult for a long time, and I need to go out to play with my friends!
to share more of my time with the one’s I love
jemscout425(at)gmail(dot)com
tweeted
http://twitter.com/jemscout425/status/28211356733800450
jemscout425(at)gmail(dot)com
i’m planning on drinking much more water
karinaroselee at gmail dot com
Yes…Accountability is a HARD thing to master!
I know a better breakfast can make a better day for me…I usually ditch it all together or eat so late that it messes up my eating schedule and metabolism. To better help this, I need to eat MORE throughout the day, Healthy foods…starting with breakfast. I know the “starve” is not good and the whole DIET thing I am SO tired of. With kids in school I don’t worry about feeding myself “normal” anymore until dinner. I’d like to get to a point this year that I can be on track, eat like a normal woman again…where food is just FOOD and not an enemy, enjoy it and let be a tool to improve my rotten health. After that, I can work on getting my MOVE on again and stop being a couch slouch. Having chronic illness doesn’t mean you should stop working on yourself just because you have been “dealt” a rotten hand…it means you have to work harder and better at keeping healthy!
Hope I can put that thought into action!
thanks!
ejrichter60 at gmail dot com
tweeted this!
http://twitter.com/2sic2mooov/status/28281375756914688
thanks!
ejrichter60 at gmail dot com
I am trying to be better about making grocery lists this year, instead of wandering the aisles picking up what I think we MIGHT need for the week. And to declutter.
jfquilts@gmail.com
Would like to work toward incorporating more time to create, which makes me happy!
Tweeted at LindsaySews: http://twitter.com/#!/lindsaysews
My “goal” is to be able to do at least one real push up…not the girly ones…A REAL MANLY PUSH UP!! I also want to be more of a present mother to my boys!!
accountability, definitely an ugly word, but hey if you don’t do it for yourself who will.
New Years Resolution
-More Water
-Get Organized
-Get in contact with old friend and meet up and catch up because sometimes a text or a call isn’t enough.
abitnerdygirl[at]gmail[dot]com
I want to stay Positive in all situations.
dawns_horizen@yahoo.com
Well I got off to a slow start but I am exercising daily which is a big change for me. As I start feeling better, I know the dietary changes will come easier.
chipdip2010(at)hotmail(dot)com
Tweeted http://twitter.com/#!/chipdip2010/status/28569949630898176
chipdip2010(at)hotmail(dot)com
I will try to go swimming evry week and I will quilt on the solarium in saturday morning, early, spring and summer!I like it!
I’m going to learn how to take care of me, which means prepare a healthy breakfast every morning, not just think about it. Just do it!!
I want to get caught up on my scrapbooking and also try and lose those last few lbs of baby weight.
rhianneholme(at)hotmail.com
I want to head to the gym 3x’s a week.
I want to finish more projects than I start.
This year I plan on making more homemade, healthy meals for my family. Working late has made it easy to have excuses on why I can’t make a nice meal. No more excuses for me!
I want to run a road race!
Tweeted http://twitter.com/#!/busiemommie/status/29027245142056960
I want to truly listen to my firneds and find out what i can do the most to help them
After years of resolving to simply eat less to try to lose weight (and never being successful), this year I changed my resolution to add to my diet; specifically more fiber. I know I don’t get enough fiber in my diet, so I’m adding high fiber foods to each meal. It is much easier to keep this resolution, and I actually do feel better physically.
tweeted
http://twitter.com/fairydancer35/status/29294808589664258
I plan to get more exercise time in this year.
farrell@crosslake.net
I want to get outside and walk more.
marcia.goss@gmail.com
Tweet.
http://twitter.com/#!/mgoss123/status/29320452421713920
marcia.goss@gmail.com
This year I want to be more organized with less things.
I’m writing it down. I’m drinking more water in 2011.
I want to try to be a better and more active long-distance grandmother to my 6 month old and almost 3 year old grandchildren.
I am taking a walk every day-rain or shine and here in Oregon it’s mostly rain.
smchester at gmail dot com
I had “fell” off my healthy routine during the holidays so I was desperate to get back on track and to make new resolutions to lose weight and be healthier. I added more protein to my diet throughout the day and cut out the simple carbohydrates. So far this new year, I have lost 10 lbs. This was also because i added heart and lung pumping cardio to my exercise routine. Not so much longer distances but higher intensity. I have loads of energy now and I resolve to keep it up until I lose down to a healthy weight.
I tweeted:
http://twitter.com/#!/Allhoneyhere/status/29636403306434560
My goal is to walk 10,000 steps per day and make healthier food choices. DaDivaStar69@gmail.com
I want to spend more time just having fun with my kids and less time worrying about what we SHOULD be doing instead of goofing around together. They grow up too fast. :)
There are two things this year that are very important for me to work on…the always haunting exercise (of course) but most importantly get a hold of the household organization and stay on top of it!
I want to eat more REAL FOOD. No more pop tarts and fruity pebbles. That doesn’t even SOUND like food. I want to eat eggs! Jimmy Dean and an orange sounds like breakfast to me.
I read the official rules!!!!!
I promise and plan to take more time for ME this year – I will not sacrifice my sleep, health, free time, resources, or sanity for any reason! I will live energetically, fully, and lovingly!
This year I want to be a more patient person and less judgmental. Thanks, great give away!
To sit down every Sunday and plan out all of our meals for the week.
My resolution is to appreciate NOW — to enjoy each moment for what is IS, rather than what I wish it would be.
snohpat@yahoo.com
I have lots of good ideas, but putting my ideas into actions is a bit lacking. So I’m going to try and push myself to “go for it” a whole lot more! :) Thanks!
I read the rules :)
I want to eat more locally grown items, and save money for the future.
2011 will be a year of simplifying in this family. I want so bad to learn, and like to be a minimalist. 2009-2010 were very overwhelming years and I am looking for peace this year.
I plan on cooking healthier meals for my family!
shelleymikey at gmail dot com
I want to read the classic literature that I haven’t read yet.
SLEEP! This year I want to SLEEP more! (I have four little kids. Enough said).
I’m going back to collage at the ripe age of…let’s just say that my daughter will graduate high school the same year I do. :)
I posted your give away on my sidebar. You can see it here. http://lifeviaserendipity.blogspot.com/
This year, I want to drink more water.
I’m working on giving up my 20+ year addiction to Coca Cola – yep, the real thing.
Catch up on all my scrapbooking albums.
I want to get rid of clutter this year!
I am trying to eat healthier and exercise more. One of the big things is drinking water, instead of soda. Mt. Dew is my weakness.
Tweet:
http://twitter.com/heatherzilla8/status/30750224091717633
i want to smile(for no reason at all) each day
would like to try and smile each day for no reason at all
I am training for my first 5K. trinitygsd at yahoo dot com
I have thought about this long and hard and this is what I came up with…
I want to plan my projects better. I want to carefully plan my projects. When I first started quilting (about 10 years ago) I would start projects that simply tickled my fancy or that I thought I was capable of. Then I started teaching and my projects became all about that! Now i want my projects to be only about the person for which they are intended or all about me (which recently I decided was OK)
I want to be better at time management.
I am going to try replacing some ground beef with ground turkey and ground turkey sausage. Another thing I will try is Jimmy Dean D-lights.
dchrisg3 @ gmail com
Tweeted
http://twitter.com/#!/DchrisG3/status/30903147438276608
dchrisg3 @ gmail com
I gave up soda to drink more water. So far, so good!
I want to drink more water. Sounds so easy, but is so hard for me.
jas8929 at gmail dot com
I would like to finish 2009′s block of the month quilt before I have half the blocks for 20011′s.
One thing I am doing this year is adding at least one serving of FRESH fruit to my diet every day…not canned or frozen…FRESH!
Angie
14earth at gmail dot com
I tweeted here: http://twitter.com/#!/FotoMacro/status/31064867309883393
Angie
14earth at gmail dot com
I want to try not to procrastinate so much!
gradually transferring all my pantry items from traditional to organic/whole food based!
Scott
nynekats at gmail dot com
tweet http://twitter.com/#!/RePurrPussed/status/31093276287172608
Scott
nynekats at gmail dot com
I plan to get outside and walk more.
melduke26 at gmail dot com
One thing I would like to do better this year is keeping track of what I eat! I’ve never liked keeping a food diary but if it helps me from mindless eating, I’m going to try it!
I plan to eat fresh foods (fruit, veggies, lean meats) instead of processed and fast foods. honeypie411 at yahoo dot com
The one thing I want to do is get back to walking 3-5 miles a day, I did it last year but have gotten sidetracked, I need to also lose a few extra lbs that have crept up on me due to my lack of walking & exercise so this year is the year of getting into shape, losing a few lbs and walking daily again,
thanks for the great giveaway
tweeted
http://twitter.com/#!/deb126/status/31193279483613186
I want to feel better in general, one of the things to get me there is to stress less by forgiving quicker.
spiersrp at gmail dot com
tweet http://twitter.com/#!/sodahoney/status/31238743562133504
blog http://sodahoney.blogspot.com/2011/01/what-better-choices-will-you-be-making_27.html
This year I am trying to drink more water, exercise at least a few minutes every day, and get on a set sleeping schedule.
luckycat1818(at)yahoo(dot)com
Thanks for the giveaway, the one thing I am trying to do better this year is to step out of my comfort zone and learn some new sewing skills, i.e. sewing with leather, freehand stitching, pattern designs, etc.
I am really trying to get out and walk more often; it’s been tough this winter since we’ve had so much snow but I am trying
msbluefrog(at)gmail(dot)com
Doing more yoga and eating more fruit and less junk
goldengoddiss09(at)gmail(dot)com
Would love to win!!
My plan is to be more disciplined in doing calesthenics and strength exercises with light weights.
3oink63moo484@gmail.com
I plan to buy more fresh produce, cook healthier meals, and walk my dog more often this year!
I want to do a better job of daily small pick up in my house, so it’s not such a chore to do a weekly cleaning.
txhottie_86 at yahoo dot com
I will drink more water!!
I had to laugh when you wrote that by about February your plan was out the window–you lasted longer than most! Like you, one of the things I resolved to do (not be on the computer so much) hasn’t really worked. I hope that when I quit spending so much time on the computer, I will use that same time being productive in other areas (like cleaning my house) or walking. Thanks for the giveaway.
aleq13@gmail.com
Tweet! http://twitter.com/#!/lexiquin/status/31502150387367937
I must take better care of my eating, starting with getting in more protein, 3-5 small meals and exercise… less staying in bed, after a year of being bedridden from illness.
I definitely need to exercise more and watch those calories!
mrssquigg @ gmail.com
Tweet: http://twitter.com/#!/mrssquigg/status/31519676290834433
mrssquigg @ gmail.com
I want to try to be a better friend.
hafner611{AT}gmail{DOT}com
I’m going to relax more
I want to eat better and eat more veggies and drink more water!
tishajean@ charter.net
Tweeted too
http://twitter.com/#!/latishajean/status/31541703819137024
tishajean@ charter.net
One better choice I plan on making is making more meals with veggies
hendymartin1 AT yahoo DOT com
tweeted
http://twitter.com/#!/HendyMartin/status/31542849732345856
hendymartin1 at yahoo dot com
Get at least an hour more of exercise a week for the first 2 months & continue to increase by an hour or 30 minutes more every 2 months after that, Eat more dairy, fruits, veg, & fiber foods!
clemensrhonda@hotmail.com
I Tweeted!
@rhonjerm
clemensrhonda@hotmail.com
Drinking water instead of soda and taking longer walks.
Tweeted http://twitter.com/#!/kittycardero/status/31563325145882624
I’m going to drink less Coke and more water
I want to be nicer – to other people and to myself.
kaleidoscopequeen at gmail dot com
I am going to pay more attention to what I eat. No more mindless grazing! More water and less soda, too.
digicat {AT} sbcglobal {DOT} net
I posted this giveaway on my Blog
http://carolsbloggys.blogspot.com/2008/10/contests-from-our-bloggy-friends.html
digicat {AT} sbcglobal {DOT} net
My first better choice will be to have breakfast every day (and good breakfast, not drive thru)! Hopefully, I will add other good choices as time goes on!
sksweeps (at) earthlink (dot) net
I am going to get rid of things I don’t need. Hopefully less stuff will lead to a more organized space and a healthier brain.
momznite_at_yahoo_daught_com
I’m eating more produce and walking every day!
nesta 67 {at} live dot com
tweet http://twitter.com/#!/LuckyJinxy/status/31612735997345793
I only eat breakfast on the weekend–it’s not good for me and it’s not a good example for my children–so I’m trying to eat breakfast everyday.
kakihararocks@gmail.com
I’d like to make a better choice when selecting and eating desserts in my diet daily
I am going to start eating more fruits and veggies
itsjustme62613 at gmail.com
tweet
http://twitter.com/MistySunrise/status/31668255890345984
itsjustme62613 at gmail.com
walking at least 3 miles a day
jdmimi at gmail dot com
I plan on eating less fatty foods
ardy22 at earthlink dot net
tweet
http://twitter.com/Ardy22/status/31735657957167104
ardy22 at earthlink dot net
I plan on eating more fresh fruits & veggies!
chlorinebrain at sbcglobal dot net
I plan on exercising 3 times a week
Have self discipline in attitude and eating.
spencer1953 at gmail dot com-carol.
tweet http://twitter.com/dresdenrain/status/31747010675609600
My kids and I decided to improve our eating habits this year! I got them involved in the process which is working great. They pick a recipe on the internet, text me any ingredients we don’t have available and we make the recipe in the evening. I’ve seen a huge variety in the recipe’s and they’re loving it!
pauline15_01 at hotmail dot com
I plan to intensify my gym workouts.
wolfcarol451(at)gmail(dot)com
want to exercise more
I want to learn to write better.
dwellenstein at cox dot net
Okay, I’m committed! BE MORE PATIENT. Seriously. :)
http://twitter.com/miriama59/status/31776839999426560
I want to make sure I get to the gum 5X per week, not my typical 3X.
wolverina401 at gmail dot com
I’m going to eat more vegetables and fewer starches and exercise 5 days a week.
exercising more
alterna7 at hotmail dot com
I plan to start using the treadmill that is taking up so much space!!
Tweet – http://twitter.com/willitara/status/31801021835513856
I’m trying to get more exercise in 2011 and to eat healthier too.
Thanks for the giveaway!
email in blogger profile.
tweet: http://twitter.com/js22222222/status/31808579614810112
email in blogger profile.
Limiting sweets, lowering added fats, adding more veggies!
ceriehl at gmail dot com
I want to be more organized and stop leaving things until the last possible moment.
ajolly1456 at gmail dot com
I blogged.
http://lunaj14568.blogspot.com/2011/01/jimmy-dean-and-blogher.html
ajolly1456 at gmail dot com
I am going to try and get more restful sleep as well as eat more fresh fruits and vegetables.
penguinchick@comcast.net
Tweet
http://twitter.com/norcalgal52/status/31819408267542530
ceriehl at gmail dot com
I’m going to live healthier this year – not fanatically healthier because I won’t stick to it, but I’m going to try to do a little more each day to be healthy.
Email address is in blogger profile
I tweeted http://twitter.com/bsw529/status/31839431698681856
Email address is in blogger profile
I have been eating more veggies and smaller main course portions. Also have been exercising more which will get easier once the weather improves.
tweeted about this giveaway http://twitter.com/elangomatt/statuses/31841901283905536
I’m making better choices by reading food labels, eliminating drive-thru meals *sob* and eliminating all sodas and sweetened beverages. I also make sure to add a fruit or veg to every meal. Just those small changes make a big difference.
I blogged http://simplydab.blogspot.com/2011/01/blogher-has-partnered-with-jimmy-dean-d.html
I want to be more daring with my life. /overcome obstacles that hold me back.
If I had to pick one I would say I need to get more organized.
mattandjen[at]gmail.com
Drinking the proper amount of water each day was my goal for this year. I have been doing great, but it’s not always easy (silly since it should be, but true).
msurosey@yahoo.com
http://twitter.com/#!/mail4rosey/status/31875731541729280
tweet tweet
msurosey@yahoo.com
I’m trying to eat a healthy breakfast every morning. colorfulcarla@ gmail.com
In an effert to make sure I get in more exercise, I am training to participate in a Warrior Dash race (5k obsticle course race)
I LOVE Jimmy Dean! YUM!! *slurps*
I’m trying so hard to lose this after-baby weight… shes 8 mo old and I’ve lost 15 lbs and I have 15 more to go! its a daily struggle to make healthy choices and be active. Hard to make enough time in the day, to take care of the baby and get my other little one to (and from) school, plus take care of myself, 2 dogs, the husband the house, but somehow I manage. (Moms do it everyday, but noone tells you how HARD it is! one was easy, two kids, totally diff! Lordy if I had more! ) Lord, grant me the serenity to not freak out over every little tiny mess. My resolution is to lose this weight!~
I am eating healthier and trying hard! .. Wish me luck!!! :)