Encouraging myself

I am making progress on my carb, calorie, calcium counting diet. To date I have lost 12 lbs, and would like to lose 18 more, at a weight of 128. I will then be in a normal weight category on the BMI index. I do not seem to be hungry and my moods have stabilized. I did some research today and discovered that green leafy vegetables, oranges and fatty fish can fight depression and keep me happy. Other things can too such as saffron and St John's Wort. I won't bother with those. So I am making some progress on my life-style changes. My doctor wants me to go for a glucose test in February, but I am considering using my mother's glucose meter to get a reading sooner. I give myself a pep talk. "I don't want to take diabetes meds. My moods don't swing. I'm fortunate to have a conscientious doctor. I am blessed. Enjoy walking the dogs around the city or the school. Kale, orange and sunflower seeds and microwaveable egg whites in a mug are treats to savor. Be happy!"