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I notice that I have more core strength and definition this time around. I can even see the difference from this year to last. Fit Yummy Mummy works because of the progression and simplicity of the workouts, and the focus on eating whole foods and following a supportive nutrition plan. I love it!

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I have joined the Fit Yummy Mummy summer transformation challenge and I am really looking forward to this one. After years of challenges, I feel that where I am in my life will help this one to really be done in a new way. My focus will be on further refinement of my shape, while balancing moving forward and upward on a whole new level. I'm going to bring everyone along for the ride (kids and

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Went to Hinton, Alberta yesterday and it was a fun trip! I got to celebrate in the joy that my hubby experienced as he rode his new bike home yesterday. Here's a pic of the snack bag I packed.In it is 2 bottles of water, a mason jar (20 ounzes) of bengal spice tea, bananas, pears, apples, sliced sweet potato spears, my favorite organic multigrain spicy tortilla chips (28% fibre baby!), and

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(Disclaimer LONG 4-day update :lol: )Ok, I am on a gratitude HIGH right now and it is awesome!! I was ill from the air on Monday and it was also the day that my friend had booked to come and hang out. So we went for a drive to look at the house that we have an accepted offer on. We had the kids in the back since her daughter and my older son had the day off from school and it was like old times.

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The FYM New Year's Transformation Challenge has come to a close and the finalists have been chosen. I have read through each one of the essays submitted by the fit yummy mummy group over ClubFYM and so many of them gleaned such great successes with fat loss, inches removed, confidence gained, and wisdom gleaned from the experiences they have had over the last 12 weeks. I was INSPIRED by these

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It's that time of year again. Can you smell it? The fresh scent of cocoa in the air. It's on all the stacks outs and ends of the aisles in all your favorite stores. CHOCOLATE!!!I went down the main aisle of the grocery store with my boys and I had to PEEL their attention away from the huge display that ran up the middle of the store. Easter time is here again and a new level of holiday

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Final Results of the NYTC (April 2nd, 2009)Name: Elisa Sterling-Cowan Age: 33Weight: 145 lbs to 144 lbs (- 1 lb)Height: 5'5" to 5'6"Arms: 11" (same)Chest (above breast): 33" to 35 ¾" (+ 2 ¾ “)Chest (under breast): 31” to 33 ½” (+ 2 ½ “)Waist: 29” to 29 ½” (+ ½ “)Abdomen: 30.5” to 31” (+ ½ “)Hips: 36” to 37” (+ 1 “)Thighs: 21 1/2” to 22 ½" (+ 1 “)Calves: 15" (same)My Goal: To hit it with intensity

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Psalm 66 For the director of music. A song. A psalm. 1 Shout with joy to God, all the earth! 2 Sing the glory of his name; make his praise glorious! 3 Say to God, "How awesome are your deeds! So great is your power that your enemies cringe before you. 4 All the earth bows down to you; they sing praise to you, they sing praise to your name." Selah 5 Come and see what

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Here it is!! The end of another challenging 12 weeks and the excitement is building over at ClubFYM as the New Year's Transformation Challenge comes to an end. Myself and hundreds of others began this journey at the start of the year, applying the Fit Yummy Mummy workouts and setting goals to achieve amazing results from the inside out. As the fit yummy mummies shared their progress over the

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Today is the day and it is a very emotionally charged day. Son was circ'ed yesterday and lead to part of our sleeplessness last night. We lost a bid on a house again to a full cash buyer (WHERE are these people coming from with 1/4 mill in their pockets?), but at least it was another quick sale(not even on the market 8 hours before it was purchased) with multiple offers (our 3 or 4th occurrence

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My friend Craig Ballantyne of Turbulence Training has decided to race a pizza (I'm not kidding) to prove a valuable fat loss lesson.See who wins at http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UQbuzsY_34QMake sure to post your comments. I would love to hear what you think about the race.Stay tuned for tips on how you can be the winner in your very own race for fat loss.Stay healthful!

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Have you ever caught yourself wishing and hoping for results and wonder why nothing was happening?I caught myself doing just that and realized it was time to start thinking about what I was really doing and then do what it is I need to in order to get the results I want. I was just letting things happen and not taking control of the situation that I had the ability to change.I had signed up for

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You could miss out on the "meat" of the journey. WHEN you finally reach the result of all your efforts and succeed in achieving your goals, look BACK at the journey that you went through and ALL that you have gained through persevering THROUGH the struggles, trials, and pain. Be grateful that you not only received your reward for the work you have consistently and passionately put in, but you

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All or Nothing? Posted by Elisa on February 27, 2009 at 8:30amWhat you give may be what you get.I have been rolling this over in my mind this morning as I was kicking myself in the butt. Why was I kicking myself? Because I found myself in a situation of having to do something when it could have been done already. Months ago as we finished off projects around our condo before we

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CHICKEN SOUP!!!....What's in yours? Posted by Elisa on February 20, 2009 at 5:44pmAs I mentioned my happy dance for chicken soup on twitter today, other fellow FYMs have stated they enjoy chicken soup as well. So I decided to share what I tossed into the pot and would hope others share as well.Onions, Celery, CarrotsSea salt and black pepperGaram masala, tumeric, cayenne pepper,

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"you need a valley to reach a peak" - AnnikThank you Annik! This made me think of all the contrasts we live in life and how we need one to help define the other for us.What "valleys" have you been through to help you reach (or aim for) the "peaks" in your life?Elisa

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"Wall-E"....reflections part 1....use it or lose it * Posted by Elisa on February 18, 2009 at 2:30pm I can't share enough about this movie so I am doing it in parts.First point: Use it or lose it!What do we have to use? Our bodies, our minds, personal interactions, our choices. If we don't keep moving we will not be as mobile. If we don't keep thinking and challenging our mind and grow in what

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For my personal reflection, but you can see too.....I love my smile =D Posted by Elisa on February 17, 2009 at 12:30pmAs we move and go through our blog posts, etc, You just gotta love where you are at as you look to the future was a blog I posted with pictures of me almost 3 years ago, 6 months after having my youngest son.It's interesting to reflect as the body I see in the

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Carrot Banana muffins Posted by Elisa on February 15, 2009 at 8:30am This is one of my favorite recipes I make. I modified it from Martha Stewart's Carrot cupcake recipe. I switch it up all the time and it's quick and easy.Carrot Banana MuffinsIngredients (Makes 12)* 1/3 cup honey (or agave nectar) and some stevia (1/4 cup sugar equivalent...original recipe called for 1 cup sugar

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Valentine candy, crass behaviour, and rewinding the clock Posted by Elisa on February 13, 2009 at 3:30pmWhy celebrate the example of others? Years ago a man with the name of Valentine was martyred and they celebrate on February 14th. There are several stories that are out as to why and how he lived his life and not really related to how it's celebrated today. I know that from

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Numb.... Posted by Elisa on February 12, 2009 at 10:48am I'm not sure if it is done successfully or not, but I wonder how people get along well with little to no support. In just over a month it will have been one year since I joined ClubFYM. Before that I struggled with feeling alone and unsupported, looking to share my thoughts and struggles

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The doughnut you ate was not chewed on by your thighs Posted by Elisa on February 11, 2009 at 9:00amI listened to Holly's interview with Scott Colby and I must say, it is fun to here the fun they have on these calls. But something in what Holly shared stood out in my imagination. It was in regards to spot reduction exercise. I know that many people tend to forget that their body

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I totally BONKED this morning Posted by Elisa on February 10, 2009 at 11:00am Ok, I decided I would try out some info I came across to confirm if it will work for me or not. I woke up early before my children and decided that since I "missed" my workout yesterday as I chose to get the rest I needed after a fulfilling, but draining weekend, I would jump first thing into a workout

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On the road again.....the ease of meal planning Posted by Elisa on February 7, 2009 at 6:33amI just finished my breakfast at my friends house a few hours south from where we live and I was satisfied with not only the meal, but with how easy it was for me to plan out our meals for the weekend while at our friends house. It's funny how I have been struggling with meal planning at

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ROAD TRIP to Calgary!!!.....4 week results Posted by Elisa on February 5, 2009 at 1:23pm I'm excited that after years, we are finally heading South to Calgary for the weekend. It will be a welcome break from a lot of things including time with my hubby HAHA. He'll be going winter camping with the brothers (Male bonding ....grunt, grunt!) from the Calgary church and I will be

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Mung Bean Pancakes Posted by Elisa on February 4, 2009 at 5:46amThis is a recipe that was inspired by both Korean (bindae duk) and Indian (Pesarattu) recipes combined. I put my modifications into this version in italics.Ingredients* 1 cup split mungbeans (original recipe calls for hulled, I use whatever I have on hand)(I used whole)* 1/4 to 3/4 tsp cayenne* 1/2 tsp salt (original

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SLACK!....Pick it up!! Posted by Elisa on January 29, 2009 at 11:30amThis morning I was draggin' my butt.....no set plan in mind for working out as my mind has been focused elsewhere. Then I stopped myself in my own tracks and went to it. I cranked it and as I was doing my intervals and listening to the songs on my page and looking at the pics as I was going I realized that my

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What am I not doing that I said I would? Posted by Elisa on January 23, 2009 at 2:00pm I said I would buy them if they went on sale. Did they go on sale? Yup! Did I buy them? Yup! BUT, and here's the fun part, it was a close call. There was only one pair available in the size I wanted. There is another pair of boots that I would love to have as well and they are not available in

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Missed my workout, but gained inspiration Posted by Elisa on January 16, 2009 at 12:23amI was hyped to keep on the pace of muscle awareness and cranking it in my first week of the NYTC. I was seeing results almost immediately and it made me laugh I was so surprised. Even with a few days before my monthly visit, I feel like I am looking great. SO how did I miss my workout? Well,

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Name: Elisa Sterling-Cowan Age: 33Weight: 145 lbsHeight: 5'5" to 5'6"Arms: 11"Chest (above breast): 33"Chest (under breast): 31"Waist: 29"Abdomen: 30.5"Hips: 36"Thighs: 21 1/2"Calves: 15"My Goal: To hit it with intensity and focus. I want to set the foundation of success and accomplishment to jump off in other areas of my life. I want to increase my strength using pullups and my 3 year old as a

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Who am I? Posted by Elisa on January 7, 2009 at 11:43amI recently had a conversation with my DH and I realized it is VERY important to be interested in the people you surround yourself with. To know the details of what makes them tick, to understand what makes them tick, and to know about their dreams, passions, likes, dislikes and what makes them smile.My children seek to know

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Fit for Function....reflections on my trip to Jamaica Posted by Elisa on January 2, 2009 at 9:30am I have returned from my 3-week trip to Jamaica and I really enjoyed the experience. In the first week, I came to realize that even though I wanted to return to Jamaica a lot sooner (last time was 2001), now was the best time to have gone. I was not struggling with my thyroid as I

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Here's to a holiday celebrated! Posted by Elisa on December 20, 2008 at 12:49pmEven though I did not finish the Holiday challenge in the way that I had liked (impromptu trip to Jamaica came up .....HA!), I just wanted to share my thoughts and experience of having been a Holiday Hottie!Now if there was any reason for doing the challenge it was to stay afloat amongst all

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Greetings from Jamaica Posted by Elisa on December 11, 2008 at 12:34pmGood day everyone!Just wanted to say hello from sunny Jamaica. The boys are loving it and at my mom's cousin's house they have cable internet....WOOHOO!Now from an FYM standpoint, things are ok. I have pulled out of the Holiday challenge,but nutrition and fitness is always a part of what I am doing.Did my push

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Giving our presence not just presents during this Holiday season Posted by Elisa on December 3, 2008 at 1:30pmView My Blog Admin Options Edit Post Add

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Victoria's Secret sweaters...... Posted by Elisa on December 3, 2008 at 11:30am As promised these are photos of me in the sweaters I received from Victoria's Secret. My hubby took the photos (he always seems to be in a rush HAHA....no glamorous photo shoot here).The sweaters are thicker than I imagined which is good since the cold weather just started here this week. The one lace

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Stay down Posted by Elisa on November 20, 2008 at 10:30amWhat another beautiful morning! Filled with glass shattering screeches and I bathed my son after his splishity splashity 30 seconds of fame in an unflushed toilet (MWAHAHAHAHA...the joy of being a mom) and a dance-a-thon in the kitchen with my oldest son.When I visit my page, I sometimes bust a move as the music plays. It's

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In time for the holidays..... Posted by Elisa on November 19, 2008 at 3:09pm Along with a few other picks, I think this is the closest I have shopped to regular price in 20 years heheh. And that was my treat =D. Will model the goods (some of them heheh) for you ladies in the New Year (won't need the sweaters in Jamaica heheh). xg_quickadd_share_moreOptionsUrl =

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Can I kick it? Yes I can.....Can we do it? Yes we can....Pt.2 Posted by Elisa on November 16, 2008 at 3:00amI like who I am. I may not be pleased with all that I do, but I choose to keep refining myself so that I can like what I do and continue to enjoy the decisions I make and the person I am.If you haven't used the goal setting resource available on this site or in the

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Living the metaphor Posted by Elisa on November 12, 2008 at 11:46pmI struggled today. Struggled to have energy and strength....I am not well and not sure what is ailing me. My chest has been hurting me and it is quite painful. And I thank God for the reminder to do as I want to do in the moments I do have as I am not guaranteed the next.After sharing at a women's midweek service

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The DRAMA of taking before photos Posted by Elisa on November 7, 2008 at 4:30pmOk, before you leave a comment LOL.....even I have issues with posting the before photos. HAHAH I signed up on Monday or Tuesday to join the Holiday Challenge and I was typing my before stats and goals (and admiring Samaria's beautiful smile) when I realized I had to take before photos. So I was

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Yes we CAN!! Posted by Elisa on November 6, 2008 at 11:28amWOW! What an awesome week! What hope and change for the future, what promotion of unity, what strength of heart, what intense passion and struggle realized .....WOW!Congratulations to all the success that each of us have accomplished and thanks to everyone who voted for me and to all who provided their wonderful support

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Ok Ok.....Time to GET back on track Posted by Elisa on November 2, 2008 at 7:00amLOL, so if my waning health wasn't motivating enough, or that it's the first crank week I haven't fully "cranked" it (crank week is that time of the month for me), we just finished booking a Christmas vacation to Jamaica (mainly as a working vacation to help repair damage after the passing of the

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Today is a beautiful day!! Posted by Elisa on October 29, 2008 at 12:30pmAnd I just want to cry. Sometimes a compassionate hug is all we need as the constant waiting in life picks away at our "need-to-know" instinct.My health has been deteriorating and I just want to run somewhere. I know it is best that I don't exactly know what is going on (although I know my asthma is being

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We are listed! Posted by Elisa on October 27, 2008 at 6:10pmWell after the lengthy efforts of getting this place sold and on to a new home for a number of reasons, we are in sell mode. Here are some of the pics we took.Master BedroomKids RoomBathroomKitchenLivingroomOfficeThese are the photos we took, but atm a few glitches still need to get worked out. Will keep you posted =D.

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How DARE they call this recipe healthy! Posted by Elisa on October 18, 2008 at 8:04pmOk, so I am looking to make a chocolate cake for my birthday, but I am putting it off a bit as I had a bit more of my experimenting with a apple cranberry crisp this week and I came across a headline in my email. It reads "Guilt-Free Birthday Cake: Second helpings are not a sin with this

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Peace of Pomegranate Posted by Elisa on October 15, 2008 at 12:00pmI am blog-hoggin it today, but I am feeling overwhelmed and need to get some thoughts out.As I was eating the seeds of pomegranate, my son was crying for every little thing. And I realized as he was crying unyieldingly about not being able to put his pants on, I realized he has taken on my tears. And I began to

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I LOVE Alberta Beef! But... Posted by Elisa on October 15, 2008 at 9:25am SO I found a farm for organic beef, and meat and I was all ready to make a big order when we sold our home and then something funny was happening. Could I be pregnant? I felt a fluttering among other symptoms and I figured I may be expecting. A friend of mine was going through the same thing and they

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Pride of Ownership Posted by Elisa on October 11, 2008 at 2:30pmI was watching TV and a phrase popped into my ears and stuck there....Pride of Ownership! It was referring to a home that was well taken care of and reflected the love that the owner had put into it.I got an email from the city councillor that I have been in contact with over the last week (well her assistant) and it

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Sweeter the victory! Posted by Elisa on October 7, 2008 at 2:30pm"You can't always get what you want......But if you try sometimes you'll find, you get what you need." This was the original title, but I have gained so much more over the last 12 weeks, I needed a more celebratory title.I have been places that were not truly understood until recently. Having gone to weights and

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Concerns of air quality and mold toxins Posted by Elisa on October 4, 2008 at 4:00amThe JOY of it! It's 1 am and as I sit here on the sofa next to our wailing toddler I can't help to think the "illness" we have been experiencing is connected to the mold toxins I have been suspect of coming from my neighbours unit. I haven't been able to pinpoint what I have been ill with.

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LOL I'm not a packrat, I am just in transition Posted by Elisa on September 25, 2008 at 11:00amWhat a revelation to have! Although revelations tend to arise out of realizing something wrong or off-tilt in your life, but so be it. If it can help pave the way to change, then bring on the revelation!I have been on the move and in transition for over 10 years! In university I had a

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Need a new pair of skinny jeans hehehe.....any excuse to go shopping I 'spose Posted by Elisa on September 23, 2008 at 2:52pm This was me June 20th......And this is me now!The size 29 jeans I was so excited to get into a few months ago, and that were tight, are now baggy hahaha. I am now even smaller than I was 7 years ago (September 2001), but I was struggling to regulate my

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Happy Anniversary INDEED!!!! Posted by Elisa on September 21, 2008 at 8:30am Well the day started off quiet, except for me singing to old Bell Biv DeVoe and New Edition songs and the boys running about. I didn't really speak a word to him although I knew what I wanted to say...."It's time for a change and to move on to the next step." A lot of negative thoughts were swirling

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SO, it's that time again.....Dax has put out another Elimination Diet challenge starting tomorrow! Posted by Elisa on September 21, 2008 at 8:00am This is how it began the last time. I got an email challenging me to start the Elimination Diet and this was after posing a few personal questions to Dax himself. I knew if I didn't do it, I had no real excuse as to answer him with.

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In the move.........Week 10 review Posted by Elisa on September 19, 2008 at 5:30amLast night I went to a mixer with other women and the focus was on a financial venture. The friend who invited me hadn't seen for a year (we later figure it out) and said "WOW GIRL!! You lost weight!! You are back to your university size." I guess the last time I saw here I was in a size 16 and now

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Confessions of a packrat.... Posted by Elisa on September 13, 2008 at 6:30amSO as we pack and get things ready to move, I am realizing that I married just the right person. We are so much alike and it really helps me to change for the better. We come from families that don't get rid of stuff as they should and live with a lot of extras in hopes that it will get put to good use

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Pride of Maturity Posted by Elisa on September 7, 2008 at 7:30am "I'm Mature and you're not!....Nah nah nah nah nah nah"I was given a note book with a bunny with his tongue out and that is what it says. I was turned off by it when I read it and realized I am not a fan of taunting. But I have also come to think about and pose the question, "What ever happened to being mature?"

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Week 8 in review.........Work THAT! Posted by Elisa on September 5, 2008 at 11:00amWell I had my crank week in true fashion. I switched to intermediate and I am loving the switch. I have been lacking in energy due to a change in my monthly cycle. Much heavier flow (as forecasted) and in turn, I wasn't into cooking or preparing meals or much of anything really. I think I ate my

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I want to thank the true loves in my life Posted by Elisa on September 4, 2008 at 10:30am If you visit my page, you will notice that you have entered my FYM love zone! I am a romantic and a HUGE advocate of love in general. With one of my anniversaries coming up soon, I am thinking of ways to enjoy it fully. Now why did I say one of my anniversaries? Because my relationship with

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I don't know what to call this HAHAHHA Posted by Elisa on September 2, 2008 at 6:00amBut I will say this, it's not the worst that could happen.I have decided to take matters into my own hands (and hopefully with God's blessings) as I am no longer tolerant of neglected situations. That is the best way I can word what I have to say. It's funny, as I move forward to be completely

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PMS!! - Positive Mindset Statements Posted by Elisa on August 27, 2008 at 4:00pmIt's the week before my monthly "visitor" and I had been craving sugar and been feeling "slumpy". No noticeable bloating or cramping, but the down side of feeling down and doubty and wanting something to "fix" it. Not that I have truly gotten off the sugar addiction I reintroduced while on vacation,

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SPICY!!!.....Raw and real! Posted by Elisa on August 22, 2008 at 11:00am Sharing a few thoughts about my fat loss.......I love following a plan that allows me to plug in the numbers and make checks on a list. It takes the guesswork and the excuse out of doing something which is not what I was initially trained in or fully understand. When my focus is somewhere else and my head

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Beginning of week 6........review and refocus. Posted by Elisa on August 18, 2008 at 6:50pmNo workout for me today. I did my warm up and my bod wasn't with me. I felt off and opted out. I thought I might try, seeing as I have been sick, but didn't want to "wimp out" just because of being "phlegmy". After the day I have had so far though, I know I will prep for my workout on

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Last day at my in-laws.....what I have learned away from my home Posted by Elisa on August 15, 2008 at 6:53amHello there ladies!!!This has been quite the trip I must say. Currently posting this via dial-up at my in-laws almost 6am in the morning off their new computer (seems everytime we come out my hubby gets to update their system......maybe they can get high-speed soon hahaha)

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This is the last week to register for the TC........and look new and improved for the holiday season Posted by Elisaon July 28, 2008 at 6:48amIt just occurred to me. The holiday season is just around the corner after the TC ends. Thanksgiving, Christmas parties, and the season of getting together with friends and family and share WARM thoughts. For those on the other side of

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Moving forward after the camping trip....week 2 in review Posted by Elisa on July 27, 2008 at 8:30pmWell, I can definitely say it was an eventful and good weekend even without a whole lot of sleep (Note to self for near future reference: Get a bigger tent!) It was a nice, humble group of about 10 families from church in the Drumheller area of Alberta. Now it wasn't raw woods

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How do you make smores healthy? Don't eat them HAHA Posted by Elisa on July 25, 2008 at 12:34pmWe are going camping this weekend and as promised (from over 2 years ago), we will have marshmallows when we go camping. My hubby bought loads of chocolate and he is looking forward to smores. Again, I am grateful for my allergies and health restrictions as I can't do graham crackers

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Ok Rachel, as I promised...... Posted by Elisa on July 25, 2008 at 12:00pm The XS bottoms still are snug, in a way I am not quite comfy with and my hubby wants to go swimming this weekend during our camping trip, so now I've gotta run out a find something before he gets home tonight.....bah!But my pecs look good =D.

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Start of week 2.....Week 1 in review Posted by Elisa on July 20, 2008 at 6:38pmWell, I have shared about my health issues before, but over the last few months have been extra challenging. At first, I thought I was pregnant, but as results would have it, that is not the issue. I am experiencing some major discomfort and spotting and it's getting worse each passing month. I'll be

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Potty training and supportive eating Posted by Elisa on July 18, 2008 at 9:00am Do you remember the last time you wet yourself? I'm serious! After the fun of pregnancy (what a laughable thing to share with other pregnant women) and with the pleasant side effect that comes after delivery, for some, the memory might be closer than others. A comment Holly left on a post just

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Shoot at the stars.....or is it shoot for the stars....LOL Posted by Elisa on July 18, 2008 at 7:30amIn the warmth of summer I remembered a New Year's Eve morning that I went outside to clean my walkway. It's only 8 ft long and it was blowing snow, but I am not a fan of allowing the snow to accumulate and it didn't support my "open door" policy of having a hospitable home. It was

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Food habits Posted by Elisa on July 15, 2008 at 9:05amNice response Jennifer.I too am into the full fat foods as I had my cholesterol checked in December and my cholesterol and especially my good fats were really low to me, so since then it's been full fat for me and my kids (in moderation of course =D).I have been struggling with the concept of breakfast for just over 10 years

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Day one off to a rocky start Posted by Elisa on July 14, 2008 at 8:00amWoohoo!I woke up with a lot of energy I was feeling lean and focused on getting my first workout done.......LOL. That is what would have happened. Here's what has really happened.Last night I didn't cook dinner and everyone was snacking away on something. So I had some leftover sweet potato and parsnips, some

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Swim suit shopping update Posted by Elisa on July 13, 2008 at 6:28pmSO I found a swim suit at my local grocery store heheh (it really does pay to shop the perimeter). I tried it on Friday and came home and told my hubby. We went today to pick it up today and the size small bottom was nowhere to be found. My hubby helped me look, but no luck. All that was there that was close

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Day one for me tomorrow.......and I am nervous LOL Posted by Elisa on July 13, 2008 at 8:35amHello ladies.I start my first workout for the transformation challenge AND of the FYM 16 week lifestyle system tomorrow (and I know many thought I had the system, but I used the free workouts on youtube at first and made the most of it hehe). I am excited to be part of this experience,

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Your trash-talker ain't got NO game! Who's doing the work here? Who's holding the ball? Posted by Elisa on July 11, 2008 at 7:00am The proof is in the pudding. Ever play basketball? It almost seemed as though trash-talking was written into the way that the sport was played. I guess being one of the games that you get to play and talk (or be able to) and the opponent always seems

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I AM joining the Summer Transformation Challenge Posted by Elisa on July 10, 2008 at 7:29amAnd am I glad that I gave myself the time. For me, mental focus and preparation is as important to accomplishing what I want as nutrition is to exercising and getting the physical results of slimming and toning.I have been preparing my mind towards success in all areas, making sure to

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Motivating statements Posted by Elisa on July 9, 2008 at 6:30amEnergy manifests itself in the intensity, enthusiasm, quality, or drive behind all of your actions."Do as I know. Know as I do." - Elisa Sterling-CowanAnytime you are tempted by immoral, unhealthy, unwise behaviour, you have a strengthening choice or a weakening choice.It's about choosing the hard right, over the easy

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* Posted by Elisa on July 8, 2008 at 7:00pm I love this question!And of course, being a mom, I get the privilege of being asked this often, and I LOVE it!Why do I want to exercise and get fit and be a fit yummy mummy?- Because when I was 17 and I saw the belly of a co-worker I said I wouldn't have that and I want to keep my word.- Because my children are beautiful and I want to represent our

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* Posted by Elisa on July 8, 2008 at 5:00am If you don't want it, put it back. If it's not who you want to be, don't own it!I can't remember when and where this phrase came about, but it has been a while now. As a young girl, my mom would hear us say something negative and counter it with the opposite. For example, if my sister was getting down on herself about not understanding something and

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* Posted by Elisa on July 4, 2008 at 12:30pmHOT! It was so nasty, sticky, hot last night and when you are used to the moderate coolness of the evening, it can throw you off. I was wiped last night. It's been a week of very little sleep and until last night I have had about 10 hours for the whole week. I had so many loose ends to tie up after dinner, but my body was in full rebellion and walked

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HAPPY CANADA DAY!!!!.....and a girl's night out! Posted by Elisa on July 1, 2008 at 2:20pmWOOOHOOOO! A gorgeous day and a holiday too. Canada is 141 years old today!!!!!!! LOL, we are big, influential and young hehehe! We speak French and English and everything else too. We are world travelers and ambassadors of peace and justice. So today I will sport the colours of red and

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Starting my new goals...... Posted by Elisa on June 28, 2008 at 9:52amOk, being that Kathleen's most recent post sparked my mind going on affirmations I figured I would post them here along with my new goals.I WILL chose to use positive and affirming speech when I speak of myself and the things I do. If I want to change them I will speak as though I am already doing the changed

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Date night Posted by Elisa on June 28, 2008 at 8:29amWell, I wore the dress and shoes. It was a fun outfit and a good evening. I went out to get some blood work done that afternoon and stopped to see a friend for lunch. I get to alter her wedding dress......fun! When me and the boys got home, we had a little bit of time to have dinner and be out the door to Nana and Papa's place. We had

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You just gotta love where you are at as you look to the future Posted by Elisa on June 25, 2008 at 2:00pmThis was inspired by another post, but is also for me to document where I have come from and how happy I was at any size. Each time I look back on these pictures I see that I truly enjoyed where I was at, but still wanted to get back to a healthy weight for me and my kids. I

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Happy 5th birthday BBQ! Posted by Elisa on June 23, 2008 at 10:00am Each year we have had a BBQ in celebration of our oldest sons birthday! The first year we had it, it was sunny and then rained, and each year after was the threat of rain and conflicting events that have hung over the prep of the occasion. This year I decided to go low key. With so many events planned for the

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ANNNNDDDD.......We're IN! Posted by Elisa on June 21, 2008 at 4:30pmWell, I set my new goals over a month ago. I bought the jeans to get into (LOL and the corresponding wardrobe to fit.....ALL on sale of course) and I also was blessed with the opportunity to buy TT at a price that didn't bust my budget. First thing I did, Bikini Ready Abs. SO for the last 5 weeks (I was sick for

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Heart break........Ignorance is not bliss Posted by Elisa on June 15, 2008 at 7:30amPacking is a great way to get final with a situation. Not just putting stuff in a box and setting it aside, but looking at items and knowing that you will see them again in a new location.We had family drop by yesterday evening. My hubby's Aunt and Uncle who are truck drivers and they were passing

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Shop? YEAH!! for a bikini? Hmmmm...... Posted by Elisa on June 13, 2008 at 7:43am I love to shop! HAHAH, let me say it again as I love it so much! I LOVE to shop! It's not my "vice", but I know I do it well, efficient, and affordable. I started shopping frugal at a young age. My mom cut me off at around ten for buying new clothes, because I complained about a shirt she bought me.

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Feeling out of it Posted by Elisa on June 7, 2008 at 10:20amI've been under the weather for most of the week it seems (although only since Tuesday) and these few days reinforced the fact that I much prefer to be healthy, alert, and feeling great. Who wouldn't if they truly knew what it feels like. I have had very little appetite, less energy, and feeling unmotivated in some areas

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Reflection of my week......"Just fine" Posted by Elisa on June 1, 2008 at 10:30amAs I woke with a smile on my face and the comfortable roll out of my bed this morning, looking forward to my workout and the day ahead of me, I can't help but to think back to the week I had.I walked past the mirror in the dark this morning on my way to getting my big mug of water and I decided that

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Breaking up is hard to do Posted by Elisa on May 29, 2008 at 10:28pmThis was a response to Kathleen's blog I held my fat today! where I describe the situation behind my weight gain as I know a few have asked me to share......Hey Kathleen,I can say that I loved how the fat got there, but I didn't appreciate what it was able to do to my body. I loved the fat so much, I just had to

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Well, I guess it is time to move Posted by Elisa on May 28, 2008 at 1:56pmAs I have previously posted, I have been experiencing illness from what I perceived to be mold related issues. I have experienced it before , having moved into this condo as it was experiencing similar issues and am familiar with the signs that my body tells me. Well, the condo management called me back

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My new red shoes........I found them! Posted by Elisa on May 25, 2008 at 9:30amI saw them the first day I went out searching for the red shoes (a few weeks ago) and then this week I saw that they were still there. I tried them again and decided to get the pair (and they were 20% off the price I first saw them at). Whoopee!! Now to put an outfit together and wear them out on a

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I am not running my life in a hamster wheel Posted by Elisa on May 20, 2008 at 9:00am I have been on a journey of self-improvement, taking responsibility for my health, thoughts and actions, and living a more positive, more connected life for just over a year now. ( I had made many changes before that, but I felt it was time to mature). I wrote in my journal a year ago (May 9th,

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Update on toxicity....... Posted by Elisa on May 15, 2008 at 7:17pmMigraines, joint pain, tightness in my chest, difficulty breathing, faintness and nausea, loss of appetite, fatigue, lack of energy, mood swings............Part of me can not believe I am here again.......in all this pain. My boys have been clingy, moody, fatigued, sleeping long and confused. My neighbours have

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WOOHOO, I'm BLOATED!!!! Posted by Elisa on May 12, 2008 at 11:42amAnd I look GREAT!Over the last week I felt that I put on weight and was rounding out in certain areas.....I figured with the added stress, and toxins I have been dealing with, that I was just experiencing the bloating as my body tries to protect itself. I figured if I just keep at it, that when this stress on my

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