And, so it goes...

No more chocolate for me - which technically is not true....I can have a chocolate shake....but, with all that aside....
It had to be a sign yesterday! I had a horrible day...just wanted to throw in the towel on a job I absolutely LOVE - all because of...well, I refuse to go there.
So, lets skip to better things: My challenge kit arrived & I was so freakin excited! Again, I am very skeptical...but, I also like to try things out! I have accepted the 90 Day Challenge with Body By Vi. The measurements and photos will come (even the embarrassing ones, as I am making myself accountable to all of you.)

As I mentioned, I am skeptical...did a bit of research. Not completely satisfied, but what the heck...it's 90 days. Big Whoop! I need to kick-start my metabolism & become healthier.

So, this pkg arriving yesterday is what I needed!I know it is going to be difficult for me: recording everything & being accountable to you (my choice) and just having to incorporate this into my daily routine. Yet, I am excited to get started!

You see - although very private & insecure with my looks - I am placing all my cards on the table...I am going to be an open book. Hopefully, by doing this, I'll be able to help some of you out there! My main goal is not to lose weight but to become healthier. So, here we go!

Wednesday - tomorrow, Feb 1st - is my day! I join Stone Tree & start the 90 Day Challenge.

First on the list: grocery shopping to make sure I have all the tools I need, AKA Food! I am going to need support...I know that for a fact. I have a very go-with-the-flow attitude....whatever...ride-the-wave...but, this requires dedication & organization. Eek.....

Am I scared of failure?! OF COURSE!!!! So, if you are thinking of taking the Challenge for your health...follow along, read the blogs, I'll do my best to help. Keep an open mind because everyone is completely different. My advice is to follow what works for you!!!

Change comes in 2012! Bring it On!!! :)

Day of my Announcement!

Like it always does...Panic set in! I announced the big changes coming to my life....health, workouts, dietary changes and BAM...I bought a box of chocolate covered almonds on my way home (my lunch replacement)...I ate all 30 - 40 of them...

Thing is,...I no longer crave chocolate - which I normally don't, anyway. Phew! Glad that is out of the way!!!!!

Best news: Kim & I ordered of Shape Kit from Body By Vi &.....we toured Stone Tree. We have our applications and start next Wednesday! It's on People...It's On!!!!

Today, I had healthier choices for my breaky & lunch and I feel better already! :D Funny thing is....I feel FULL! YAY!!!!!!!!!!!

I want to look...um, I mean,...feel good!

Contrary to popular belief, I am quite shy! EXTREMELY shy! So, what I am about to embark on is outrageous for me!


Yesterday, January 23rd --- one month after my 44th, I have decided that I am not serious enough about my health issues. You see, I am a DNA Defect :) I have major issues that are there...but, not overly serious....except, my Blood Pressure. (We'll talk about the others sometime later.) A year ago, my blood pressure went "stroke level" high and I have not been able to drop it. I had to *Cough* go on Meds. UGH! Major disappointment!

Sooooo, I am going to "kick-start" into making me healthier. Drastic never worked for me. Gradual always successful...except now! So, what I am about to do...will kind of be a drastic Move That Butt into gear! I'm getting older, times a tickin' and I have so much more to do in life --- why not do it with comfort?! Plus, I want to comfortably wear a bikini this coming summer...and, want to be energetic for New York City. Oh, not to mention...if I get my pic taken with Anderson Cooper...I don't want to "look" twice his size! I have competition - Kathy Griffin - damn her for looking beautiful!

With the help of my friend, Kimmer...I am going to whip my bad habits into good ones (fingers crossed) and share my thoughts & photos with you. This, too, will be an adventure. I love to Blog but can become lazy at it...so,....

1, 2, 3....JUMP! Here I go!

My name is Donna. My lifestyle is not the healthiest & I love FOOD.....pasta and chips and sauces and gravies! I am 44 and slightly overweight. OK...a lot overweight. I have High Blood Pressure and Asthma and I snore. I used to be a dancer, do aerobics, gymnastics, workout, bike & WTH happened?! Life got in the way and I misunderstood. So, here I am! In front of ALL of you.....

Donna Exposed!
I have no goal. I am just going "To Do It!" Please stay tuned for details!!!! :D

Any encouragement is welcome! Hold the advice till later...not looking for any. Just encouragement as I embark on a transformation!

Article in The Northern Light - Bathurst, NB *Kira Isabella

From The DH Files...

Every year, on a ranch near the tiny community of Holstein, they hold one of the best Rodeos - brought to you by the Egremont Optimist Club. It takes place every mid-July and they just celebrated 10 successful years. Country 93 has been with them every step of the way...and part of the involvement is the Country 93 Stage. You'll hear great Canadian Artists, upcomers, locals with New Country, Classics, Bluegrass & Gospel.

The Holstein Rodeo is where I found myself a daughter...well...I call her my adopted daughter. She is barely 17 & she is extremely talented: Kira Isabella from Ottawa.

It was another crazy & great year in Holstein and Kira Isabella was so nervous about performing...after all, The Road Hammers would be watching her! Tommy Gilham, another great artist, discovered and introduced Kira to The Holstein Rodeo for exposure. She and her parents were hanging out for the day when all of a sudden Kira's Mom freaked out - both Kira and her Mom were so excited and I think they even had tears in their eyes. Hmmm...had no idea my son had that affect on women. [Insert smiley face] You see, they ran into a young man that looked exactly like their son/brother. Again...enter my oldest son, Kyle. Apparently, Kyle is almost a duplicate of Kira's brother whom they had not (at that point) seen in a few years. He lives out in BC and they thought he was flown in to see her perform.Kyle, by the way, did not mind the attention or getting back stage. [Another Smiley Face] From that moment on, we formed a special bond. To me, she is my daughter - borrowed.

Since Holstein, Kira Isabella has been signed to Sony Music Canada, and she's been to Nashville recording. Her first single, Love Me Like That, hit the charts with a bang and her video got in circulation on CMT. She even wore her "video" dress to the CCMAs in Hamilton. Her second single, A Real Good Radio, is sure to catch your ear. It is also doing well on the charts!

If you want to check out my daughter (borrowed)...I mean...Kira Isabella, she is on the social networks like Facebook and Twitter. Her official website is www.kiraisabella.ca. You may even want to consider taking in The Holstein Rodeo. Come visit! Check things out at www.holsteinrodeo.com

Donna Henry, former Bathurst resident & CKBC Announcer, currently On Air for Country 93 - Mornings/Middays/Emerging Artist Coordinator in Owen Sound, ON.

Enjoy life....there are no re-runs!!!