Hello fellow bloggers and readers,

Today was a good day. Upon waking from wonderful sleep I soon grubbed on some strawberries....delish!!!  Then after a few hours ( and before leaving for work) I made a smoothie that had soy milk, protein, frozen strawberries, and oatmeal.  It fulfilled its purpose!! 

So I got to work and decided to eat before my shift began so that I would not worry about getting hungry.  So I had a grilled vegetable salad that contains all kinds of yummy veggies and instead of using dressing I put fresh cracked pepper, olive oil, and balsamic vinegar on it.  It was warm and scrumptious.  I LOVED IT!! That kept me going through work and then I picked up grub from Lotus Vegan!!!!!

So another day almost done and I am feeling good.  Just wait until I start working out next week...i will be on a roll!!

Hope my clip inspires you and remember... please BELIEVE!!

Moving On...

Good morning people,

Today is a new day and I am more than prepared to face this diet head on!  I think I am beginning to get a hang of this.  Well, I may be cheating just a little since I used to be a vegetarian about 2 years ago!  But honey, it never is easy to transition so I am still looking forward to the adventures of this month....

The picture at the top is of my delicious vegan cookie that I had yesterday with soy milk!  Seriously, Lotus Vegan saved me yesterday!  I may go back today... Actually, I found a grocery store that sells soy fish!!!  So I will be able to cook that for myself anytime...awww yea!!

So, I am going to work today and I am praying that I will be able to hold myself together long enough to get a large delicious salad... because even though I can have pasta I do not want to eat too many carbohydrates cause that may somewhat defeat my purpose!

Also, next week on Tuesday I will take another picture and chart my measurements again so that we can check if I made significant progress!  If so, who knows, I may extend this diet and perhaps make it my new lifestyle!  

Gotta go babies....talk to you soon

Robyn Flowe

So lunch was...

So lunch was... delicious!!  If there is anyone in the Los Angeles area that wants to try a vegan meal or attempt a vegan lifestyle.... go to Lotus Vegan!!  It is in North Hollywood and it is so scrumptious... please try it!

They also sold veegan cookies... and they were tasty!!  

So I am not sure what I will have for dinner but I hope it will be great.... 

Goodbye loves,

Robyn

Today is another day...

Good morning everyone,

I have a big announcement...I am off of work today (woo hoo)! 

Ok, maybe I am the only one extra excited about that...

Anyway, I have decided to modify this diet a bit.  I shop on a budget so I can not always afford organic everything.  Therefore I will also includes regular fruits, vegetables, and oils!  Did I also mention that I can not have fried food....boooo!!!   But to reach optimal cleansing and health I know it is for the best... 

Unfortunately, I have not worked out this week.  I need to take some time to get used to this diet and my sleeping pattern has been out of control...but I will be up and running hopefully at the end of this week, if not by next week!

I am excited because I have found a vegan restaurant that I hope will be delicious so after I eat this yummy meal, I will let you know how it goes and drop recommendations to people who live in the Los Angeles area. 

Buh-bye til next time...

In the beginning...

In the beginning...there was hunger!! LOL!!

Good evening bloggers,

So today was not incredibly tough but definitely a realization of what's to come. I had a jamba juice smoothie with berries, soy milk, berry juice, and soy protein. Not the tastiest but it served its purpose of sticking to my bones.
Then work began..(Sigh...don't worry, no cheating!) And my nose was filled with aromas of pasta, pizza, chicken, seafood...all tantalizing!!
I stood strong though and when it was finally my turn to eat I was light headed but ready to grub. So I had some spinach fettucine with broccoli and sun-dried tomatoes. It was good...or maybe I was just hungry! LOL...either way, I made it!! I later had grapes just to get a little sugar...
And I lived...I actually survived! However, I am tired now so I must go...chat with ya later
Peace Out and Buenos Noches!!

My measurements... in the beginning!

Good morning world, 

So as this begins I believe I can only be truthful about this diet if I post a candid pic of myself so you know exactly what I look like!  It is not pretty or me in a nice outfit.  But it is simply the truth... and that is the only story I can tell...

And the measurements are (drum roll please...):

Bust - 40"

Waist - 38"

R. Bicep - 13 1/2"

L. Bicep - 13 1/2"

Hips - 47"

R. Thigh - 30 1/4"

L. Thigh - 30 1/2"

R. Calf - 16"

L. Calf - 16 1/4"

Wow...that is something to see.  My thighs are larger than most Hollywood actress' waist....that is crazy!  And in this industry size is everything. Though that is the case, I refuse to measure my worth based on others' standards.  So, I will do my best to get to a size that I am comfortable with.  Maybe I will never be a size 2, 4, or 6 but I will be a size that makes me proud of myself.

Just once in my life, I want to look at the full package and be satisfied....

Anyways,

I will check in later to let you know how I did on day one!

Robyn

The Rules of the Diet...

So, 

Before I go to sleep I must lay down the final ground rules for the diet:

• Organic fruits and vegetables
  
• Whole grains
  
• Organic oils
  
• Desserts made with raw sugar and unrefined ingredients
  
• Water, tea, and wine (sparingly)

So, I am going to go to sleep with dreams of a better body and wishing on a star that my strength will take me to my goal!!

Oh, by the way, the goal is to lose 20-40 pounds....wish me luck and good night!!!

So apparently...

So apparently,

I am in denial of this little diet.... because I announced that I was beginning in October when in fact I begin TOMORROW!!!  September 1st the diet begins...

So pigging out today will happen and that is just the way it's going to be!!

Soon to Start the Journey

Greetings World,

The name is Robyn Flowe and I am ready to share my journey.  I have been a young lady that has struggled with my weight continuously.  I was never a small size and that was okay.  However, I knew that I had to choose a side.  Either pleasantly plump or skinny string bean!!  

Well after reviewing the two options continuously I realized that I could not just check one box and cruise down the road of life in peace. So, I am beginning a quest.  During the month of October I will be on a strict diet that requires no meat, no dairy, no fried food, no processed food, and no added sugar or white flour.  There will only be water, veggies, fruit, and occasionally whole grains!!

I must admit I think this is a little crazy....especially paired with my 3-4 workouts a week while also working at a restaurant with very tasty carb-filled dishes!!! (can we say YUM!)

So, fellow bloggers and readers....follow and/or join my journey right here starting tomorrow!!