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Day 6: II

Sunday, May 16, 2015:  204 pounds

After my rough start this morning, I am having a good day!

My plan is to post my weight every Sunday.  I think part of my bad mood was that I didn't lose a pound this week!  But I seem to have lost a chin! That, I am happy about! :)

 Plus my clothes are fitting better and my workouts are getting slightly easier.

AND I found a lovely church to worship at in the neighborhood. So close, that I can walk!  I have been trying new churches since I moved back to Portland a few weeks ago.  Today I went for the second Sunday to "The Bridge".  (www.thebridgecdo.org )

It is a small congregation, but the music is heartfelt and moving. The pastor is dynamic and friendly. The congregation, warm and welcoming. I like it there!

When I walked in today, they were singing  "Never Let Go".

The lyrics hit me hard today. Here they are:

You Never Let GO" is track #4 on the album Sing Like Never Before: The Essential Collection. It was written by Matt Redman;beth Redman.


"Even though I walk through the valley
Of the shadow of death
Your perfect love is casting out fear
And even when Im caught in the middle
Of the storms of this life
I wont turn back, I know You are near
And I will fear no evil
For my God is with me
And if my God is with me
Whom then shall I fear?
Whom then shall I fear?
Oh no, You never let go
Through the calm and through the storm
Oh no, You never let go
In every high and every low
Oh no, You never let go
Lord, You never let go of me
And I can see a light that is coming
For the heart that holds on
A glorious light beyond all compare
And there will be an end to these troubles
But until that day comes
Well live to know You here on the earth
And I will fear no evil
For my God is with me
And if my God is with me
Whom then shall I fear?
Whom then shall I fear?
Oh no, You never let go
Through the calm and through the storm
Oh no, You never let go
In every high and every low
Oh no, You never let go
Lord, You never let go of me
You keep on loving
And You never let go
Singing
Oh no, You never let go
Through the calm and through the storm
Oh no, You never let go
In every high and every low
Oh no, You never let go
Lord, You never let go of me
Yes, I can see a light that is coming
For the heart that holds on
And there will be an end to these troubles
But until that day comes
Still I will praise You, still I will praise You
I can see the light
Yes, I can see a light that is coming
For the heart that holds on
And there will be an end to these troubles
But until that day comes
Still I will praise You, still I will praise You
Oh no, You never let go
Through the calm and through the storm
Oh no, You never let go
In every high and every low
Oh no, You never let go
Lord, You never let go of me
So strong
So wise
So loving Lord
Oh no, You never let go
Through the calm and through the storm
Oh no, You never let go
In every high and every low
Oh no, You never let go
Lord, You never let go of me
Oh, Lord, You never let go of me".
Songwriters
Matt Redman;Beth Redman
Published by
WORSHIPTOGETHER.COM SONGS

I left worship feeling refreshed and renewed.  

I am going to continue with my workout plan this week. My goal is to push forward with more jogging and running.  And more reps with heavier weights at the gym.  I'm really not sore today. I mean, I hurt every day from life. From stress. From carrying too much weight.  My neck has hurt for at least 30 years!  I'm actually less sore today.  That, my friends is worth this effort!

But I'm going to raise the bar this week and focus on my eating. Overall, I eat pretty healthy.  A lot of vegetables, lean protein, whole grains, legumes, yogurt, lowfat cottage cheese. I'm trying to avoid processed sugar, white flour, junk food and fast food. But what I need to work on is portion control.

SMALL PORTIONS = SMALLER BELLY (We hope!)

Today I made roasted root vegetables with chicken sausage. Reaaaallllly yummy! I found the recipe on  Kayotickitchen.com. It's called "Lazy Sunday Casserole". And oila! Here is the recipe!!















On another note, in breaking news there has been a shootout between rival biker gangs at Twin Peaks Restaurant in Waco, Texas. Last report was 9 dead.  Story here:

http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2015/05/17/biker-gang-shooting-texas_n_7301890.html?ir=Crime&utm_campaign=051715&utm_medium=email&utm_source=Alert-crime&utm_content=FullStory&ncid=newsltushpmg00000003

 I was born in Waco. My mother has a lot of family in the surrounding area. I just messaged them on Facebook and they are all safe, but shaken up.  The Waco PD are asking people not to come near the area in case more gang members come to seek retaliation. My prayers are with all the victims, the Waco Police Department and for continued safety of my family and the whole community.

Peace,

Zita

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