I am LOVING this newly adapted low carb lifestyle!
I’d been considering cutting back on carbs for a while—which represents a huge decision for this Carb Queen. But the timing never seemed quite right.
Then about six weeks ago, I was sitting at my desk writing. It was late, around 1:30AM or so (my best writing hours are after midnight, go figure). And I felt a nudge to really start eating better and to get in better shape. Then I thought, “But I’m on another major deadline. Now’s really not the time.”
Then I heard this still, inaudible voice…
“So, My mighty power within you changes when you’re on deadline.???”
<insert crickets chirping here>
<and here>
<and here>
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There I was. Sitting silent in my office. At 1:30AM. Completely and thoroughly convicted by the Holy Spirit.
Because my verse for 2016 is Ephesians 1:19-20:
“I also pray that you will understand the incredible greatness of God’s power for us who believe him. This is the same mighty power that raised Christ from the dead and seated him in the place of honor at God’s right hand in the heavenly realms.”
So you can imagine my “Ouch!” when realization set in.
So, the next morning—well, actually at 1:35AM that morning, because I’d been contemplating grabbing some microwave popcorn at the time—I stopped eating bread, potatoes, rice, popcorn, cakes, cookies, pies, white flour, white sugar, honey etc… And went with a low carb lifestyle.
And I have to tell you…I feel FABULOUS. I’m down 15 lbs so far and want to lose another ten to twelve. And truly, I haven’t felt deprived even once. The reason?
Because of fabulous low carb websites with tons of yummy recipes, like these:
Easy Taco Pie
AllDayIDreamAboutFood.com
So delicious! I topped mine with some sour cream, a little guacamole, and salsa and…YUM!
(Okay, sue me, I practially live at Carolyn Ketchum’s site)
Ignore the missing pieces. My daughter, Kelsey, and I couldn’t wait!
Low Carb Browned Butter Chocolate Chip Blondies
These are made with yummy almond flour but, I promise you, they taste like “normal” blondies.
Low Carb Cheese Crackers (think Cheez-Its)
These are incredibly easy to make and are so satisfying!
I could go on, but to borrow a phrase from Julie Andrews… These are a few of my “favorite low carb things!”
Through these past few weeks, Jesus has been tenderly, tenaciously showing me areas of my life where I need more self-discipline. More surrender to His will, not mine. And this change in my lifestyle is really jumpstarting that commitment on so many levels. For which I’m so grateful.
So, what are YOU eating these days? And what are you doing to live a healthy lifestyle?
Now back to writing To Wager Her Heart, Belle Meade Plantation novel #3 (out in 2017).
Tammy
#MurphyCam
6 months old and still very much a puppy. Whew!
I just love it when he does this… : )
#majorwritingtime
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Tamera, thank you so much for this timely post! Carbs is also my weakness. I do not have self-control in this area. I’ll be looking into those low carb websites.
They’re really fabulous sites, Carylkane. I think you’ll find (as I did) some delicious “replacements” for high carb dishes you currently love (but that may not necessarily “love” you back). Thanks for sharing today!
The food looks really good.Good for you going low carb.Looking forward to your next book I have all of them.When you have time post some more pictures of your dog he is really cute.
All because you asked, Diana! Pics of Murphy are added! And thanks so much for reading and taking these journeys with me. There’ll be TWO novels out next year!
I just signed up to participate in a focus group. I think I’m ready, but there are always doubts. But the phrase “If not now, when” comes to mind. I can do this. Thank you for sharing your inspiration with us.
Good for you, Lisa! For listening to the Holy Spirit’s prompting and for sharing here today. I’m praying (as I write this) that God will encourage you and strengthen you in this group, and that you’ll find ways to serve Jesus and others in ways only you can through your unique spiritual giftedness! Blessings, friend.
Good for you, Tammy! I’m gluten free and dairy free and have been for three years. Once I made the switch I was able to go off of acid reflux medication and my indoor/outdoor allergies calmed down. (They didn’t go away entirely, but they did calm way down).
I’ll have to check out the web sites you mentioned! I’m always looking for new recipes to try. 🙂
Cool, Becky! I didn’t know that about you, girl. I tell ya, as a cooker/baker, I am LOVING this brand new world of cooking and baking. I find it exciting to experiment—but also so grateful for those who’ve gone on before and left scores of yummy recipes in their wake! : )
p.s. Your theme verse reminded me of the praise song Same Power by Jeremy Camp. It’s wonderful! Have you heard it?
Oh my… I hadn’t before, but just did. Bless you for sharing that today. Hugs from Nashville…
What an amazing and helpful post – especially your scripture verse!
Blessings!
Thank you for this info, Tamera!! Carbs have been an issue for me for many years, will try some recipes from the website you recommended. The fact the food tastes good will make it much easier adhering to the food plan.
I really need to do this. I am so tired and groggy all the time. I eat a lot of carbs so I am going to try a no carb diet and see if I will feel better.