Day 6

Alright, I know I said I would keep everyone up to date with how my ignite challenge has been going - and clearly I have left everyone astray for the past few days. I apologize!
First off, this challenge is not easy! I am constantly tempted by Marcus and Katie when they eat supper and all that is on the agenda for me is either a lean shake (on my protein only days) or some turkey and cheese (on my eating days). I really look forward to my eating days - which are days 3, 5, and 7. I have made a very healthy wrap that is under 500 calories on those days and I really savor the taste :) The wrap consists of a multi-grain tortilla, 2 oz. of delicious grilled chicken, diced tomato and green pepper, shredded cheese, and lettuce. I honestly can't get enough of the taste!! I think these wraps are my new favorite meal!
The protein only days aren't all that bad either. I have 3 shakes throughout the day and two snacks of turkey sprinkled with cheat.
The xyng pill that I take right away in the morning really does suppress my appetite and give me energy! Since I have started this challenge on Monday, I have not had to take a nap during the day. Before, I was napping at least once, if not twice throughout the day when Easton was sleeping. I can definitely tell a difference in my energy levels, and it is great because I know I will have more energy at work when I go back.
Like I said before, this challenge is NOT easy.. just like any other diet plan. It however, is manageable. In previous years, I have found myself not sticking with a program.. but this one is different. I have more motivation to lose weight after having Easton and I have made it half way through day 6.. only two more days! I can't wait to see the inches that I have lost on Tuesday. I also weighed myself this morning and I am down 6 pounds since Monday. I was hoping to lose more weight than that, but I DO have 2 more days left, and my mom made a good point: since giving birth, 5 weeks have gone by and my body went through a lot! I need to remember that it took me 9 months to gain all of that weight and I should give myself 9 months to take if off! I am only 3 pounds away from my pre-baby weight and I have a feeling those 3 pounds are going to be my toughest yet, but I am ready for the challenge!
Once again, if anyone has any questions on the ignite challenge, please don't hesitate to ask!

Here are some pictures of Easton :) He's changing every day!

Calling his friend Maggie

Just hanging out with mom :)

Pooping, haha