I am so proud that I have been able to eat like a “normal” person lately. Okay…so theres no such thing as “normal”, but lets just say I havent been restricting or overeating. I give my body what it wants, when it really wants it. I’ve always had the problem with just eating one, but seeing how much better I feel when I’m not gorging on sugar is motivation enough for me. By eating slower I’ve seen my bodys cravings can be cured with just one.
I’m in shock at the impact eating a filling breakfast makes. It really sets the tone for how I eat the rest of the day and it keeps my hunger in check. By eating REAL foods (none of that low-carb diet crud) I have fewer headaches and more energy.
mini pizzas- great example of eating what a crave, but not going overboard
MAC AND CHEESE my absolute fav!! I can't believe I tried to live without it
Of course...sprouts and corn with KETCHUP
I could eat a salads everyday for lunch. Spring mix, iceburg, shrooms, red onion, salsa, broccoli sprouts
I love Luna bars!! They're filling and satisfy my sweet tooth
grilled peaches- don't ask where my grandpa gets all these, but I'll sure help him eat them. They are so much better than any candy bar.
I also got the chance to go to a corn maze with my friends this weekend. The weather was perfect and we had so much fun. Unfortunately, since I get lost finding my way to my closet, it took us three hours to get out of that thing.!!But how many times in your life do you get to say you got lost in a corn maze with your friends?
We're cool, we know
Lately I’ve felt God pulling at my heart and last night I finally understood what He’s been trying to say. After 4 years of suffering on and off with eating disorders, I continually asked God why He let this happen? I came to the realization I may never know why, nor do I need to know. It’s not my place to question God, its my job to embrace this pain with the grace and strength He gave me. If I dont truleyy suffer through this rough time, Ill never know what He had planned for me.
My Dad always told me when God allows bad things to happen it’s usually because He’s trying to get your attention.Im sad to say it took an eating disorder to bring me closer to Him. I can see how much my heart has changed since I got sick, especially in the past year. What is few years of suffering on earth if it means changing my heart so I can spend eternity with God?
God is just so stinkin good!!!
For no one is cast off by the Lord forever. Though he brings grief, he will show compassion, so great is his unfailing love.For he does not willingly bring affliction or grief to anyone.Lamentations 3:31-33
i love grilled peaches!! so good
I love them now!! My grandpa has a peach farm so we have a ton of them left that need to be eaten
That’s a great state of mind to have. I’ve been eating more “normal” lately too. When I want something I eat it and don’t look back. Like bacon cheese fries
we shouldn’t have to regret and worry about what we just ate and how it will effect our body fat. Especially when were not obese. Being healthy and happy mentally is more important.
I’m so happy for you!! I never thought about it like that but you are so right, mental health is more important than weight, especially if were happier
Sounds like you’re on the right path. It’s all about looking outside yourself and realizing that everything happens to teach us a lesson and knowing that this one moment won’t change your whole life.
Good luck practicing moderation.
that’s an awesome perspective to have!! Its hard to believe now but I will move on from this. Thank you!!
ashley! this post is exactly what i needed today. the lamentations passage is perfect and i cant wait to share it with my sister.
you are beautiful and i am so proud of your ED accomplishments. You deserve a life of happiness just as much as anyone else! please remind yourself of that as often as you can.
I’m soo glad it helped you out as well!! Thank you so much for your sweet comment!! YOU are awesome as well
I loved reading this and seeing how positive, accepting and strong you are
You’re doing so well to overcome your ED problems and I think you should be so proud of yourself for everything you’ve achieved!
Also, love the mini pizzas!
Thank you!! I love having a blog so I can see how far I’ve come in my thoughts. Those were so good, I actually made them out of english muffins
I am SOOOO happy for you! Seems like you are now in a much better place with yourself and you are getting much better with you eating. I believe that we have to go through a bit of “suffering” to find our real selves and to be able to appreciate the beauty of life…
Thank you soo much!! I couldn’t have come this far without all of your and other bloggers support and guidance. You are awesome
Girl I LOVE your blog! So glad you visited mine so I could find yours!
Your positive attitude, love of Christ, and amazing eats are all up my alley, I can’t wait to read more from ya 
I’m so glad you like it because I LOVE reading yours!!
BEAUTIFUL girl!!! I love what you shared at the end! Amen! It AMAZES me how much He really loves us! Gosh!! love you sista!
Thank you!! He really is just AWESOME!!Love you too!!
This is great Ashley. It sounds like you’re in an amazing place right now, and I’m so glad that you’re a happier person!
Thank you!! I’m getting there thanks to you and everyone elses sweet comments