Lust Have It Unboxing | June 2016

I've got a new video up on my YouTube channel today. It's the June Unboxing of the Lust Have It bag.

This month we got three deluxe samples, one full size product and one mystery product picked out by the Lust Have It team.

The box (bag) costs $19.95 monthly or $250 a year.  The boxes contain five+ deluxe samples every month and they come in a handy hot pink mesh cosmetics bag.

I usually have a $5 discount code but from now on the lovely ladies at Lust Have It have upped the discount to $10 off your first box.

To redeem the $10 off your first box, simply enter DIXIEGIRL1 at checkout.

All products in this month's box are listed in the description bar below the video.

Enjoy,

Dixie Girlxox

Bundle Monster Neon Wasteland Gel Polish Collection

O.M.G. NEONS!

Welcome to the Neon Wasteland.  This is Bundle Monster's latest gel polish collection and Oh My Goodness they've done themselves proud with this collection.  Vibrant cream neon shades that are perfect for the coming Summer in the Northern hemisphere and for us in the Southern hemisphere, why the hell not!

I've been using Bundle Monster gel polishes for nearly two years and I have never been let down.  They are salon quality without being a professional brand so the great thing is that anyone can use them.

They apply beautifully and you get perfect coverage in two coats - some of the colours you can even get away with one coat!

The price point is excellent at $31.99USD (or $6.50 per bottle) for a set of six, approximately the same price you'd pay for two bottles of a professional branded gel polish.

You'll be seeing these in many of my upcoming nail art videos.

All products are listed in the description bar below the video.

Enjoy,

Dixie Girlxox

Maslow & Co New Zealand Box | Unboxing

I recently had the pleasure of trying out a new luxury beauty subscription box service, Maslow & Co.

Maslow & Co are an Australian company who source products from all over the world to feature in their boxes.  Each box has a theme, the current being New Zealand.

I can say without any hesitation, this is- in my opinion - by far the best beauty box on the market in Australia.  I was blown away with the quality (and quantity) of the products that the box contains.

All but one of the products are full size and they are all beautiful, high quality products.  This box contains no makeup at all, which I find very refreshing.  Instead it's choc-full of gorgeous New Zealand skincare products that are PERFECT for me.

I am 44 and I literally feel that Maslow & Co made this box just for me.  Everything is perfect for my skin-type, skin issues and also perfectly suited to my age group.  This is not to say that someone younger couldn't benefit from this box.  Far from it.  Everything in the box would suit most ages.

The boxes themselves are a sleek black with a pop of colour on the label.  The box arrived by courier and was well packaged when it arrived.

The Maslow & Co boxes are bi-monthly and there are several options you can choose when it comes to ordering:

1. An annual subscription with an up-front payment of $240.  This will give you 6 boxes with a value of over $700.  Also if you use the code DIXIEGIRL at checkout, you will receive the New Zealand box FREE!

2. Bi-monthly, billed bi-monthly at a cost of $44 per box with no lock-in contract.

3. Gifts.  Why not treat someone you love to these amazing boxes?  You can purchase a one-off box for $54, a six month subscription (giving you 3 boxes) for $132, or the one year subscription for $240.

I think these would make the perfect gift and I would be over the moon to receive this as a present.

The next box is due out in June and is going to be featuring products from the West Coast of the USA. Super excited for this box so stay tuned for a review coming very soon.  Subscription cut off for this box is 31st May.

I've listed all the products that were in my box, along with a link to Maslow & Co, should you want to purchase a subscription yourself, in the description bar below the video.

Enjoy,

Dixie Girlxox

Jenny Craig Wednesday Weight Update #11

My latest Jenny Craig video is up on my YouTube channel.  Today is the end of week 11 so one more week and I reach the end of my first 12 week program and I've enjoyed every bit of it.

I was still a little unwell towards the end of this week so I had to take it easy for a couple of days - something which I am finding difficult and annoying.  Now I've got more energy (even when I am sick) I want to be up and outside and I HATE laying around watching rubbish on TV.

I've dropped a nice amount of weight this week, despite having to rest for two days.  I've been better (but not perfect) at remembering to eat all of my food.  I'm slowly getting better.  I just need to remember to take breaks or at the very least, take my food to my desk and eat while I am working.

I'm finding that 99% of my clothes are too big so I will have to think about getting a few new bits to tide me over.  At this stage I don't want to go out and buy an entire new wardrobe because I am aiming to get a lot smaller than I am BUT I do need to get a few bits so that I don't look like I'm walking around wearing a tent!

As I mentioned in the video, I am really enjoying the whole Jenny Craig experience.  I couldn't imagine anything worse than having to go into a group environment each week and weigh in in front of a heap of other people I don't know.

I love how I have a one-on-one relationship with my consultant.  If I am having issues during the week, I can ring Tammy and have a quick chat over the phone, or have a good chat about stuff when I go in for my weekly appointment.  I've felt really comfortable with the weekly meetings.  I'm not embarrassed about getting on the scale and I really enjoy catching up with Tammy to discuss my progress.

I'll have the photos of my progress and some of the clothes I was sent very soon.  I just want to lose a little more weight around my tummy before I get in front of a camera :-)

I've linked Jenny Craig in the description bar below the video if you would like to go and check them out.  If you are thinking about joining a weight loss program, I couldn't recommend Jenny Craig highly enough.

Enjoy,

Dixie Girlxox

Lust Have It Unboxing | April 2016

I've got my April Lust Have It unboxing up on my YouTube channel - a lot late - but better late than never right!

This is a great bag.  I really love the products they've sent this month, with my special favourite being the Manna Kadar 3-in-1 blush, highlight and eyeshadow.  I've been wearing it pretty much constantly since the bag arrived and it's just gorgeous.  It's a beautiful shimmery champagne colour that glides on silky smooth and lasts all day.

I won't ruin the unboxing for you.  If you're interested in seeing what else I got in the bag, you will have to watch the video.

I have a $5 off code for your first box if you are interested in subscribing.

All products are listed in the description bar below the video.

Enjoy,

Dixie Girlxox

*** NEW *** VIP Collection | Magpie Glitter *** NEW ***

I've got an exciting new product to share with you today.

Magpie Beauty kindly sent me their brand new VIP Collection for review and O.M.G. they are just beautiful.  The VIP Collection launches at Beauty UK on 22nd and 23rd of May in Birmingham.  They will also be available to purchase online from 7.00pm on 23rd of May.

The four colours in the collection are:

Suzie - Light gold holographic

Peaches - Rose gold holographic

Tiffany - Turquoise holograpic

Millie - Pink holographic

The glitters differ slightly from others carried by Magpie Beauty.  The VIP Collection have different size particles, giving the glitter that extra bling!

The glitters are even more gorgeous in real life.  It's so hard to capture the sparkle in a photo or video, but trust me, you won't be disappointed with these beauties. 

The applicator brush is back in stock so go grab one if you've been waiting.  I tried the applicator brush for the first time today and I am replacing my old tatty brush immediately... in fact it's already been laid to rest in the rubbish bin.   

The applicator brush applies the glitters beautifully and I found it much easier than the old brush I had been using.  I'm going to have a go at applying pigments with it and I will report back soon.

I've linked Magpie Beauty in the description bar below the video.

Enjoy,

Dixie Girlxox

Jenny Craig Wednesday Weight Update #10

I'm BACK after a break of two weeks.

I caught 'Man Flu' from my darling husband so I decided to take two weeks off from my Jenny Craig program.  I decided to do this because, after much experience with being sick for extended periods in the past, I didn't want to waste the program when I was more than likely to be sitting at home not wanting to eat and not doing any exercise.

I have auto-immune issues that play havoc with my immune system so when I get a cold I am usually sick for more time than a regular healthy person would be.

This time was no different, BUT it did take me much longer to actually get sick.  Usually my husband would just have to breath on me and I'd be sick a few hours later.  This time it took almost three weeks for me to actually catch it.  So I am hoping this is down to healthy eating and exercise potentially boosting my immune system.

I took the two weeks off but I tried to remain healthy by eating good foods and keeping my water intake up.  I was taking some steroid-based medicine so that probably didn't help with the weight.

The one thing I didn't do was eat anywhere near as much food as I do when I am on the program.  I simply had no appetite so when I was eating it was soups and small bowls of vegetables, combined with Lemsip and Panadol.

I've also been really struggling with my illness-induced asthma.  Asthma totally freaks me out as I don't get it on a regular basis and when I do, it's either exercise-induced or because I am sick.  So when I find I am wheezy I am convinced I am dying and I go into a panic :-/

So this week I am feeling a lot better and I went in for my weigh-in today.  I've gained 1.5kgs over the two weeks whilst I was sick but I am actually surprisingly happy with that.  I knew I'd put on weight but was convinced it was a gain of something stupid like 4kgs.

I think I am changing the way I look at food and seeing it as fuel rather than something to simply stuff my face with.  I am also looking at exercise differently and enjoying it rather than it being something that is just an inconvenience.

Talking of exercise, before I got struck down with the lurgy, I was actually attempting a slow jog (more like shuffle) and really enjoying it.  I'm aiming to get back into this hopefully in a week or two when I've fully gotten over my cold.

So even though I've gained weight, I know I will lose it again very quickly and it's nothing to stress about.  We can't always have a perfect week where there's a weight-loss.  Things happen and it's just how life is.  So I am remaining positive and going to continue my weight-loss journey with Jenny Craig.

At the end of the 12 week program I am signing up for another 12 weeks.  I've seen a huge difference in myself after deciding to do the Jenny Craig program and I want to continue along a positive and healthy path until I resemble a SUPER-MODEL!  Well, maybe not a super-model.  Let's just aim to be fit and healthy and not have to shop only in plus-sized stores!

I've linked Jenny Craig in the description bar below the video, in case you are interested in a program yourself.  I highly recommend it.  It's been an amazing experience so far.

Enjoy,

Dixie Girlxox

Jenny Craig Wednesday Weight Update #9

It's Wednesday and that means it's Wednesday Weight Update #9 and my progress with Jenny Craig.

I had a great week this week.  I lost a nice amount of weight and I feel great.  I'm loving the exercise and being outside in the fresh air.

Unfortunately I am feeling unwell (germ-ridden husband contaminated me) and now I'm freaking out about not being able to exercise!  Not like me at all.  I am either one extreme or the other.  I won't exercise at all for months or I'll go flat out and start to panic when I can't do what I want.  Obviously being fit and healthy is the better option of the two!

Nothing earth shattering to report this week.  Everything is going well and I'm still really enjoying the food.  I find I am actually craving the muesli and other cereals that I previously wouldn't have touched.

I do think I'm going to do a bit of research into going either red meat free or vegetarian.  I don't eat a whole load of meat and I LOATHE touching it.  If I am preparing a meat dish at home I ask Kevin to cut up / prepare the meat so I don't have to touch it.

I've been quietly considering cutting out red meat altogether for a while and I do need to do my research so that I know what I would need to eat in place of the meat.  For instance I know your B12 levels can be affected when you cut out red meat but my body doesn't sustain B12 anyway so I figure it won't make much difference!

Anyway, I'm waffling so I'll end the post now.

I've linked Jenny Craig's website in the description box below the video, should you want to go and check them out.

Enjoy,

Dixie Girlxox

Jenny Craig Wednesday Weight Update #8

My Jenny Craig Wednesday Weight Update is now life on my YouTube channel.

I thought I was going to have a truly terrible week this week, partly due to the fact that I injured my back and partly due to me not eating all my food.

BUT I lost weight - not a huge number - but I lost weight all the same and that's the goal!

I also did a massive purge and threw out / gave to the Salvation Army / am selling more than 50% of my clothes.  Most were way too big, some were just old and grotty and the rest were smaller sizes but out of style.

I felt great after clearing everything out but I managed to pull a muscle in my back quite badly.  That made me feel pretty sick from Saturday onwards and I lost my appetite.  I did however make sure I kept up with my walking.  

Exercise has been increased again and I'm loving getting out in the fresh air.  In fact if I don't go out I start to get antsy!

I'm still waiting on the parcel of clothes to arrive from the UK.  When it arrives I'll get the lookbook up on the blog.

I've linked Jenny Craig in the description bar of the video.  Go check them out if you're thinking about losing weight.  It's been a great experience and Tammy, my consultant, is just lovely. She's so encouraging and positive, even when I lose a small amount of weight, she makes me feel like I've achieved something great.

See you next week.

Enjoy,

Dixie Girlxox

Circa Home - Gratitude Collection & Competition

* Disclaimer: This product talk is bought to you by Nuffnang and Circa Home.

I collect (hoard) several things... handbags, shoes, makeup, skincare and one of my favourite things is candles.  One of my favourite brands of candles is Circa Home.

As a blogger, I am always on the lookout for beautiful homewares pieces that make a good backdrop for filming or photos.

Circa Home fit the bill perfectly as not only are their products practical, giving off a beautiful scent throughout your home, they are also visually appealing and do not look out of place on the coffee table, book shelves or even in the bathroom while you relax in a hot bath.

I was super excited to find out that Circa Home have just released a new collection - The Gratitude Collection.

The Gratitude Collection is a beautiful blend of Honeyflower & Sandalwood, with a hint of cucumber and vanilla.  The candle smells amazing and I fully intend to go out and purchase the fragrance diffuser and soy melts.

The collection consists of:

Honeyflower & Sandalwood Classic Candle

Honeyflower & Sandalwood Fragrance Diffuser

Honeyflower & Sandalwood Soy Melts

Limited Edition Electric Wax Warmer

I've got a huge collection of candles and I particularly love the Circa Home products because they look so stylish, and the range of fragrances is gorgeous.  The products have a subtle scent that will gently fill your home.

Circa Home are proudly Australian made and owned and their core products consist of soy candles and melts, hand washes, fragrance diffusers and electric wax warmers.  

I particularly like the soy candles because of the beautiful packaging and the fact that you get a lid (which can double as a candle coaster).  Soy candles for me are a favourite, they burn beautifully and I find I get no smokiness from the candles at all.

I can confidently burn Circa Home candles, knowing that they will fill my home with gorgeous aromas and creating beautiful memories.

I never spend time thinking what I am grateful for.  I'm always too busy or too distracted by everyday life to sit down and really think about all the blessings in my life.

I have such an amazing life, a loving husband and beautiful dogs, all of whom I love dearly, and I have some amazing business opportunities coming my way in the next few months.  I have a lot to be grateful for.

Here's your chance to show your Mum some gratitude.  Circa Home are giving you the chance to win a Limited Edition Mother's Day Gratitude Gift Pack.  The prize pack is to the value of RRP $251.60 and contains:

2 Honeyflower & Sandalwood Classic Candles
2 Honeyflower & Sandalwood Fragrance Diffusers
2 Honeyflower & Sandalwood Scented Soy Melts
2 Limited Edition Gratitude Electric Wax Warmers

Simply click here to enter the competition and you could win this gorgeous gift pack for your Mum.

Even if you don't win, make sure you go and check out the range of Circa Home products and fragrances.  You won't be disappointed and you'll love them as much as I do.

Enjoy,

Dixie Girlxox

Current Medik8 Skincare Favourites

There's a new video up on my YouTube channel featuring some of my favourite skincare from Medik8 Australia and a couple of new products from SkinCeuticals.

I've been using products from Medik8 for probably around a year now and my skin has never looked better, had a more even tone or been more soft and subtle than it is now.

As I've mentioned in previous posts, I am super fussy about what goes on my skin and I can say without any hesitation that every product I've ever tried from Medik8 has been fabulous.

I suffered from severe rosacea up until around the time I started using the Medik8 products and the only thing keeping it at bay before was a huge amount of antibiotics.  Obviously I didn't like pumping my body full of unnecessary drugs so when I found Medik8 and saw results, I was over the moon.

Each product I've tried targets specific concerns and those specific concerns have either improved dramatically or disappeared altogether with prolonged use of Medik8 products.

My all time favourite and holiest of grails is the Glow Oil.  This is the most fantastic product I've ever used on my skin.  With continued use over a period of time, your skin becomes more hydrated, your skin looks healthier and more vibrant and it even helps reduce those nasty under eye bags.

What I notice most about the Glow Oil is just that - my skin is literally glowing after using this product for a couple of months.  I even tested the product by stopping using it for a couple of weeks and switching to a different oil.  While my skin stayed hydrated, it lost the glow and looked dull.

Needless to say I immediately switched back to the Glow Oil and I wouldn't be without it.  I start to panic when I know I'm running low so I know I love this product.

Medik8 put so much effort into developing products that work with the best ingredients and the right strength.  Their products are sold in professional outlets such as doctor's offices, skincare clinics, beauty salons and spas all over the world.  Medik8's team have over 40 years combined experience in skincare research so you can rest assured you are putting the best products on your skin.

Now I am in my mid-40s I strive to have the best skin I can and I am confident that Medik8 can deliver what I need.

I am currently trailling more Medik8 products and I will report back when I feel comfortable that I've tried them for long enough to be able to give you an educated opinion.

All the products mentioned in the video are listed in the description bar below the video.

Enjoy,

Dixie Girlxox

Jenny Craig Thursday Weight Update #7

I've got a new video up on my YouTube channel.  It's a day late due to unforeseen circumstances but it's up!!

It's my Jenny Craig update and I'm so happy with how I am doing.  I've lost weight and I've upped my exercise.  Getting outside in the fresh air is making me feel amazing and I get to spend time with my husband and puppies.

The fresh air and exercise are doing us all good and even the dogs are losing weight!

Still loving the food and I'm finding I have more appetite after I've been outside.

I also got an opportunity to work with a plus size clothing brand and they've very kindly offered to send me a few pieces.  I've also purchased a few more (but we won't tell my husband that).  So when everything arrives I will do a little look book.

I've linked Jenny Craig's website in the description bar if you are interested in checking them out.  If you are thinking about losing weight and need a hand, I highly recommend Jenny Craig.  The experience so far has been an absolute pleasure.

Ohh and I had a guest interrupt me during the video, so everyone meet Poppy, my adventurous Toy Cavoodle.  This is the little rascal that I have to chase around because she bolts off while we're out walking!  All I need to do is find the nearest muddy puddle and she's in it.

Enjoy,

Dixie Girlxox

Jenny Craig Wednesday Weight Update #6

I've got a new video up on my YouTube channel.  Week 6 of my Jenny Craig program is now live.

I've had a great week and I feel like I'm finally out of my 'down in the dumps' mood.  I've been doing a lot more exercise and I'm finally feeling more energetic.  I think it's down to the extra exercise and getting out in the fresh air.

I did sneak a Cadbury Cream Egg this week, along with a few wedges on the weekend, but I tried to do the appropriate amount of exercise to work off the extra kilojoules.

I realistically have to start buying the right size in clothes and maybe only one or two items at a time.  I have a horrible habit of buying multiple colours if I really like something and now I'm stuck with six - YES SIX - tops in a size 22 and they're now too big.

I've got a photo comparison up on the video but I'll add it here too for those of you who prefer to read the blog.  The photo on the left was taken on day one of my Jenny Craig program and the photo on the right was taken this Sunday (3.4.16).

I can see a huge difference in my face - and there is a difference in my body, I just need to stop wearing tops one size too big.  I still feel very much like I need to hide any unsightly lumps and bumps.

As I said on the video, I'll endeavour to take some decent body shots this weekend. 

So I am having a really positive experience on the Jenny Craig program and I am absolutely over the moon about my weight-loss.  

Enjoy,

Dixie Girlxox

My Current Favourite Kiehl's Skincare

As a lifestyle and blogger, I get a large amount of products sent to me for review.  I also purchase a large amount of products, because I can't help myself.  Not all of these products turn out to be winners, but I've found some that are.

After several years of rosacea and generally unhealthy skin, I am VERY particular about my skincare. and what goes on my face.  It's taken me a long time to find brands I trust and products within those brands that I love.

I now feel like I've got control of my skin and have a good range of great skincare.  So I thought I'd start a skincare series on my YouTube channel and blog to share what I love.

The first video features some gorgeous products from Kiehl's Australia.

A couple of these products are new to my collection, the rest are long-time loves that I wouldn't be without.  For my 44 year-old skin, Kiehl's is a fabulous brand and I would be lost without it.

Kiehl's products are available online, in David Jones and Myer stores across the country and they also have their own Kiehl's stores in several major shopping centres.  There is a store locator on the website.

If you are after some great skincare recommendations, pop into one of the stores and have a chat to one of the friendly skincare staff.

As I change my skincare and add new products to my regime, I will do further videos and blog posts to let you know what other goodies I've found.

I've listed all the products in the description bar below the video, for your reference.

Enjoy,

Dixie Girlxox

Product Purge #2 | Old Beauty Products

The second part of my Product Purge series is up on my YouTube channel.  I actually filmed this before Christmas and forgot I'd filmed them.  There's a third part to come and in the gap between filming and now, I've accumulated more crap so I am sure there's plenty more to get rid of / pass on to family and friends.

I'm sure there will be more videos in this series in the very near future.  I'm almost tempted to do a purge of my clothes too!

As I mentioned in the video, if anything was recyclable, that's what I did, after I'd cleaned the product packaging of course.

Enjoy,

Dixie Girlxox

Jenny Craig | Wednesday Weight Update #5

My Wednesday Weight Update and progress with Jenny Craig is up on my YouTube channel.

Even though I was sorely tempted to stuff myself with Easter eggs over the long weekend, I managed to hold off.  I did however get an Easter Crunchy bunny and two bags of Cadbury Creme Eggs so lets see how long they last!!

I upped my exercise this week and added a couple of extra walks with Hubby and the pups and I actually felt more energetic after the walks than I have for ages!

We had a great long weekend and the dogs had a great time too.  Poppy in particular had heaps of fun running through every muddy puddle and she even managed to jump in the freezing, muddy creek!

Dirty dogs get bathed!

Couldn't help adding this pic. She's a little fluff ball after a bath.

We had a great weekend and I'm feeling rather chuffed that I didn't stuff my face with chocolate or over eat Easter food!  Loving the walking now the weather has cooled down a bit.

Hope you like the update video.

Dixie Girlxox

Lust Have It Unboxing | March 2016

The March unboxing of my Lust Have It bag is up on my YouTube channel.

Whilst this isn't my favourite bag, it's got a good variety of products in it.

I've got a $5 off code you can use on your first bag if you are interested in subscribing.  Just sign up and enter the code at checkout.

I've listed all product information in the description box below the video, along with the link to Lust Have It.

Enjoy,

Dixie Girlxox

Jenny Craig Update | Down in the Dumps | Food Phobia?

J E N N Y   C R A I G  U P D A T E

If you watched my latest Jenny Craig YouTube videos you'll be up-to-date with my weight loss and measurements.  You'll also know I've been struggling to eat everything on my menu each week.

I've been doing great in terms of dropping kilos but for some reason the last couple of weeks have been a real struggle in terms of how I am feeling about myself.  I've been feeling really flat and down in the dumps and I have no real idea why.  I think it may be to do with not fitting into clothes I want to wear and being too small to fit into what I was wearing a month ago.

Don't get me wrong.  Not fitting into the clothes I was wearing a month ago is a great achievement but I just feel like I am either wearing tents or sometime too tight and therefore I feel incredibly uncomfortable.

In terms of my actual weight-loss, after four weeks I am now down 7 kilos (15.43bls).  I'm also a dress size smaller.  I've technically gone from a 22 to a 20.  I can easily fit into an 18 in some things but I am still not at the point where I am comfortable having my 'bits that stick out' being visible to everybody else.

M E A S U R E M E N T S

At my first consultation with Tammy at Jenny Craig I had my measurements taken and at the four week mark they were taken again.

Here are my results:

Arms: No loss

Bust: 5.5cm lost

Under Bust: 0.5cm lost

Waist: 6cm lost

Abdomen: 6cm lost

Hips: 5cm lost

Thighs: 4cm lost

I'm very very happy with the loss of centimetres.  I really notice it around my middle section and my bras are now a little on the sloppy side.  I also went and ordered a whole bunch of tops online from Target and out of habit I got a size 22 in all of them.  I tried them on on Wednesday before going to Jenny Craig for my weigh-in and my husband basically said they looked ridiculous and took me back to Target to get a smaller size!! 

The other thing I am struggling with is food itself.  I'm really enjoying the food from Jenny Craig but I am struggling to eat everything and I've almost developed a phobia of eating.  I've been trying to figure  out what's actually going on in my head and I think it's a fear of over-eating now that I have lost a nice amount of weight.

I'm feeling very full and really finding it a challenge to eat all my meals but I'm also freaking out slightly that if I eat all of them I will gain the weight that I've lost.  I realise when I am thinking logically that this is completely ridiculous and that I am eating a balanced diet created to help me shed the kilos.  But in my irrational mind, I am freaking out that if I eat six meals a day I am going to gain weight rather than lose it.

I take a long time to actually commit to something because I am lazy and it's easier not to do it, but when I finally get off my behind and actually start doing something, I can be a little obsessive.

My goals for the coming weeks are to set alarms (which I am already doing) so that I remember to eat each meal.  Also to NOT freak out when I do eat the meals.  I will lose the weight if I eat the menu that's been provided.

E X E R C I S E

Something I dislike and would rather not do but again, once I commit I can be a little obsessive.  I bought myself a nice new pair of Nike runners.  Who doesn't like new exercise gear?  I always feel better if I'm wearing something nice to exercise in.  

These are actually mens runners.  I have HUGE feet.  

The details are below in case you are interested in something similar.

As for actual workout gear - I need new stuff desperately.  I'm looking into that this week!  Most of the stuff I have is too big and too old.  If I buy anything I'll do a post about it.

So here's my post-workout sweaty selfie.  I don't feel like I've actually worked out properly unless I am dripping in sweat.  Definitely hot and sweaty in this photo.

With that, I am going to end this post before it turns into an essay.  I'll catch you in a few days time.  Ohhh and if anyone has recommendations for workout clothes for larger (size 20) ladies, please let me know.  Much appreciated.

Enjoy,

Dixie Girlxox 

Jenny Craig Wednesday Weight Update #4

Week four of my Jenny Craig Wednesday Weight Update is up on my YouTube channel.

I had a great week in terms of weight-loss. I also had my measurements taken and I was super happy with the results.

Still struggling to eat all the food but I am going to make an extra effort this week.  I'm also going to try and up my exercise to see if I can give myself a bit more energy.

I've dropped a dress size, which is great.  Another three dress sizes and I will be at a dress size where I am happy and I can't wait!

Enjoy,

Dixie Girlxox

Jenny Craig | Wednesday Weight Update #3

My Jenny Craig Wednesday Weight Update is up on my YouTube channel.  Check it out if you are interested in my progress.

I had a cheat day this week and allowed myself one meal that wasn't in my meal plan.  I ate in moderation and made sure I didn't eat over my calorie allowance, but still enjoyed a pub meal.

I had another good week weight-loss wise but I was a bit down in the dumps - for no real reason at all - and I was having an off week in terms of my appearance.  My clothes are starting to get baggy but I'm not comfortable enough to go down a dress size yet.

I've linked the Jenny Craig website in the description bar below the video and stay tuned for my blog post later this week.

Enjoy,


Dixie Girlxox