Wednesday, October 22, 2014

A Cat's Guide to Flattering Photographs



Duke is a stray cat that has found his way to the good life on my in-laws' farm.  He loves to be with people..don't try to go without him.  Today he would like to share his advice for being photographed...I think we can all relate.

ALWAYS stand by someone/something bigger than yourself.
ALWAYS be sure you are positioned at the perfect angle no matter how awkward it feels
ALWAYS accentuate your best feature - a pretty face and gorgeous eyes.
NEVER let them photograph you sitting down :(

Thank you, Duke for some excellent advice...cats are so smart.

'Tis the season.  It is so pretty, but I always manage to get sick. My husband is a school bus driver and I think he brought home some cooties from his "big yellow germ factory."  I am hoping that I am finally on the mend, but it has made for a tough week. 





Stay Away from Tricks and Treats October Challenge Report - Week Three

1.  No candy!  I really didn't expect this to be quite as difficult as it is. It is not that I crave candy constantly. It is more that I eat it without thinking. There have been several times that I have reached for a piece and stopped at the last moment remembering the challenge. Do I miss the candy later?  Not really. 
2.  Weekly weigh-in only - Maybe I am not cut out to be a weekly weigher.  I have definitely weighed less frequently, but I just can't stand not knowing. I don't think I trust myself and I need the constant reminder of where I am.
3.  Walk 60 miles - Having lost almost a week being sick this one is going to be tough to finish. But I definitely have not given up. Current total - 32.88 miles. 
4.  Track on MyFitnessPal every day - Not good. I haven't been eating crazy, just not tracking. I am sure it is because if I know I am over I don't want to track that I am over.  I am going to give this a better try this week.
5.  Millie training sessions - One of three.
6.  Menu planning - I forgot to write the meals on the fridge, but I always had something on hand to make a good meal.
7. 15 Minute Daily House Dash - Again I have definitely done the work, but haven't used the timer.
8.  Meet up with my blogging "neighbor" One Crazy Penguin - Planning a Nov. 1 meet up at our 10K race.

This week's loss - .4 pounds.  Considering how crummy I have felt this week I am grateful to have lost anything.  My total loss is  now 33.4 pounds.

Earlier in the week we got to spend a little time at my in-laws farm.  It is so pretty this time of year. 

 





  







Fall is such a beautiful time of year in my corner of the world. Please take the time to enjoy a little of the beauty around you.  We have all worked so hard on our weight loss and get fit journeys so that we can better enjoy our lives.







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14 comments:

  1. The farm looks so pretty! And I feel you on this stupid cold that is going around. It floored me for a few days and I am just now starting to feel like a human being. Great job on the loss on a sick week and can't wait till November 1st!

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    1. I love the farm - every time I go there I could spend the day taking pictures. Yeah everyone I know has been sick...be so glad when it clears out of our area! Glad you are finally feeling better :)

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  2. Oh what a beautiful kitty and some wonderful lessons! Oh your in-laws farm is so beautiful! Nice loss there and I hope you are on the mend asap. I got quite the chuckle about "the big yellow germ factory"!

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    1. He is such a funny cat. I know I shouldn't laugh, but his belly when he sits... I love the farm...especially this time of year.

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  3. I never lose weight when I'm ill, and you sounds as though you've been n top of everything despite having the lurgy!!!

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    1. To be honest being sick and a lack of appetite is what gave me a loss this week. I am having trouble keeping my eating on track...ugh...it is tough.

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  4. Pretty, pretty pictures! Love the pic tips from the cat.

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  5. Aw, your cat friend is so smart! Hope you have a quick recovery!

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    1. Feeling better this morning :) I am sure he is not a normal cat.

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  6. I love the photos! I think that tracking on myfitnesspal is one of the best ways to lose weight. Its helped me lose weight at least twice. I'm starting to lose count on how many times I've lost and gained weight now. I love fall time partly because the leaves are so pretty! Esther Norine Designs p.s. my blogger account is no-reply. My email is estherdavison@gmail.com. You should friend me on MFP!

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    1. Yes, MFP works great...as long as I use it consistently :) I am working hard to make this a permanent lifestyle change so if I fall off I am getting right back on.

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  7. I love the cat photos - what a pretty kitty :) I have been trying to keep up with MFP with little luck - it is hard to keep ahead of it.

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    1. Since I tend to eat a lot of the same things it gets easier when I don't have to search for everything. Try to keep at it...it really works if you are consistent :)

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