I stay up way too late on Saturday night. I often do something fun, entertaining--maybe watch an episode of something on Netflix or work on creative ideas for some of my projects. I did the latter last night. After finishing up the blog, I hit the pillow just after 3am. That's excessive. I slept in fine--so I had enough sleep, but once again, I'm noticing how it tilts my Sunday just enough where it affects Sunday night bedtime not to mention the spacing of my calorie intake throughout the day. Working on refining my schedule is a work in progress. And I am, believe it or not, making it important!
Visiting with mom and enjoying dinner with her this evening was fantastic. It's such a delight to see her doing so well. She's walking consistently, some days twice, even! And she's taking care of her calorie budget well. At 70 years old (she doesn't look 70, does she? Not at all!) she's losing weight regularly and she's getting thrilled about it. Her doctors are getting thrilled too. And so is her son!! Her last weigh in at the doctor showed another five pounds down. She's now entering a range she hasn't felt in years. Keep in mind, my mom owns a library of diet books and over the years she's purchased just about every magazine article promoting certain diets--and now, by simplifying her approach and focusing on consistency, the weight is dropping and her health is improving. I'm excited seeing her excited!
The first episode of the Winning Loser VLog is simply an introduction. I'm excited to finally get this project off the "idea table" and into production each week. I'm looking forward to getting more comfortable in front of the camera and bringing a fun and creative approach with each video. Here's the first:
The ideas for this YouTube series are coming along well. We'll have episodes in restaurants, at the grocery store, on the therapist couch, at the gym and more. I'm looking forward to interviewing some special characters who may have a striking resemblance to me! And of course we'll be visited by the inner voice who will do his best to interject his influence on occasion. I'm also looking forward to cooking segments and the "What's For Dinner? Showdown/Throwdown Challenges." We'll have some surprises along the way, too. And as the introductory video suggests, our weekly visits will occasionally dive into some serious discussions. The mission of this project is to be informative, fun, educational, perspective shifting and always produced with a positive, inspirational message. I hope you'll subscribe to and look forward to watching The Winning Loser Video Blog!
My Tweets Today:
Good Sunday morning! Dark roast with two tablespoons half & half X 2 cups= 80 cal. pic.twitter.com/s4jllcLYuC
— Sean Anderson (@SeanAAnderson) September 13, 2015
Avocado omelet w/2 egg whts-2 whl, 110g avocado, 1 slice muenster. Trimmed 6oz sirloin. Big brunch! 683 cal. pic.twitter.com/nVj9Z4tM7T
— Sean Anderson (@SeanAAnderson) September 13, 2015
Afternoon snack. 1 tblspn natural peanut butter with a jazz apple (168g) & 6.35oz pear. 295 cal. pic.twitter.com/3avSxMPP4p
— Sean Anderson (@SeanAAnderson) September 13, 2015
Afternoon coffee with half & half (2 tblspns). 40 cal. pic.twitter.com/dEOJMR81Nz
— Sean Anderson (@SeanAAnderson) September 13, 2015
3 cups water. #wateraccountability pic.twitter.com/s8dwFEkvdn
— Sean Anderson (@SeanAAnderson) September 13, 2015
Dinner out with mom! Inset: 3 cups water. #wateraccountability pic.twitter.com/J1TZqSEw2l
— Sean Anderson (@SeanAAnderson) September 13, 2015
Appetizer! 18 chips counted/separated from bowl with fresca salsa mixed with 1 tblspn sour cream. 276 cal. pic.twitter.com/uGx9LpI7Uf
— Sean Anderson (@SeanAAnderson) September 13, 2015
Fajita Chicken Tacos w/8oz chicken, 1 tblspn sour cream, two tblspns guac, salsa, lettuce & 14g cheddar/jack. 571 cal pic.twitter.com/Gbhe1A0cfj
— Sean Anderson (@SeanAAnderson) September 14, 2015
— Sean Anderson (@SeanAAnderson) September 14, 2015
Great night out with mom. Dark roast for drive home w/3 tablespoons half & half. 60 cal. pic.twitter.com/rClVN1oE9p
— Sean Anderson (@SeanAAnderson) September 14, 2015
7oz juicy Bartlett pear & 220g red seedless grapes. #blogwritingsnack #lastfoodofday 257 cal. pic.twitter.com/5S8zivceT2
— Sean Anderson (@SeanAAnderson) September 14, 2015
Thank you for reading and your continued support,
Strength,
Sean
Looking forward to more vlogs.
ReplyDeleteRobin, thank you. I am too!! They're so much fun to make!
DeleteNice vlog, Sean! The inner voice part cracked me up! I can see why you're in radio, you have a great voice. Looking fowward to more videos. Jane
ReplyDeleteJane-- thank you! The Inner Voice will be a regular character, for sure. We all have one! :)
DeleteSean, your mom looks SO great and I can see the joy of the journey in her smile. Shirley from TN
ReplyDeleteShirley, it really does come through, doesn't it?
DeleteYour Mom is adorable! And I am so excited to read about her new approach and steady weight loss. It inspires me and gives me hope for myself!! Thanks again for all you do. Can't wait to see the vlogs later. Allyson in Mississippi =)
ReplyDeleteThank you, Allyson! More VLogs coming! :)
DeleteYour mom is seriously lovely! I think it’s amazing and wonderful that she is trying make changes and improve her life in her 70s! You must both be so proud of each other :) My husband and I watched your video on our TV (via the Apple TV) and love it! You are very photogenic and look great! Looking forward to seeing more :)
ReplyDeleteAwe, thank you Kerstin!! I'm so proud of mom. She is incredibly lovely. The sweetest, ever. Thank you for the compliments on the video! I can't wait for you to watch more! This is going to be fun!
DeleteGreat start, Sean! I can't wait to watch more. I hope you touch on the weight loss and then the dreaded gain and how to start that over. I believe with all my being that starting is somewhat easy.. Its that damn inner voice you talk about that gets me every time.
ReplyDeleteYour mom looks great through out all the pics you've shown!
have a good week!
Rosie
Thank you, Rosie! The inner voice can be a powerful thing. I look forward to using that creative to show ideas on how to handle it when it starts pressing in the opposite direction of your goals.
DeleteMom will love reading your comment. She's so sweet.
Sean,
ReplyDeleteGood for your mom and.......
LOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOVVVVVVVVVVVVVEEEEEEEEEEEEE
the video! Looking forward to more!
Dede
Dede--thank you!! I'm excited about this project, for sure!! I'm so glad you loved it!!
DeleteSean, do you know what day you'll be posting your next video, I'm looking forward to seeing it!! I can't wait to hear your take on how to begin the weight loss, I'll be listening intently so don't leave anything out, Lol!!!
ReplyDeleteThe goal is every Sunday night. I'll do my best to not leave anything out! :)
DeleteHeather, thank you!! She is, isn't she? She's feeling better than ever. It's truly an answer to a prayer, for me. I'm supporting her all I can. She's doing it!
ReplyDeleteAm so happy your mom is showing us we can ALL do this, not just 20 year olds! LOL She looks great and am glad to hear how much better she FEELS!
ReplyDeleteAm looking forward to those video blogs. Hope you cover EVERTHING = the beginning and the regain and then the new approach. Pictures from along the way. Then I am looking forward to not only your grocery shopping but HOW you make those fantastic dishes!!! I need step by step instructions. Not just grilled sweet potatoes but did you grill them on a regular grill? (how? with a cookie sheet?) or a Forman indoor grill? Or a fry pan? That kind of thing. Very specific.
Your voice is fantastic Sean - can see why you are in broadcasting! Can't wait for Sunday and the next blog.!!!
Can't wait to see your vlogs :) Love it!
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