Category Archives: Passion

Carbs

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Carbs. Is there anything more scary

to many dieters?

I, myself am on a low carb diet, but I

am not letting that rule the whole of

my process and weight loss efforts.

There are times when I need or want

something and I get it. I know that  want

as I might at times I either want, need, or

deserve a treat, reward, or fix and I do not

deny myself.  I have however learned to

differentiate a one time thing from a whim.

Keeping goals and priorities present helps

to limit the number of exceptions and that

is always a good thing.

Gang, stay focus remain successful.

Jose G. Osuna

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The Real.

DSC_0061What is hot?  What is fast?

What is stylish? What is the it thing?

The answer is: It depends.

The same thing happens when it comes

to us. To diet, weight loss, appearance, etc.

It is about what is right for US. What is

appropriate and adequate for us.

Don’t let the flashy or trendy affect the process

you have delineated for yourself.

Keep it up and have an impact on your world.

Jose G. Osuna

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Walking and life lessons.

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In the middle of the desert between the I-10 and

the I-8 there sits the testing grounds for the military.

This was a great walk and an amazing opportunity

for a class for my kids whom I was home schooling

at the time. It was great to teach them hands on

about physics, projectile trajectory and also about

patriotism. Yes.. I consider myself a patriot even

though I was actually born in Mexico.

There is so much to be proud and grateful in this

my adopted country.

I wish those of us in the US could learn how to care

more for the country and a little less about our

own and very personal political views be them what

they might be.

Gang keep looking forward and pushing for your

dreams and goals.

Jose G. Osuna

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I need to travel.

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Even though I go on short trips

today I find myself longing for a

long trip. Many miles, many days.

This picture of me was taken somewhere

in historic Charleston, SC.

Great weather, great food, good drinks.

Our lives are about more than just work or

paying the bills or losing the weight.

Life is about living it some.

This photo safari had me walking several

miles and taking many pictures.

Great times, great memories.

Go out and make some memories of

your own. Put some miles under your feet

and eat some amazing meals.

If you have a significant other just imagine

the impact this could have in your relationship.

Keep moving, doing and experiencing more.

Jose G. Osuna

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Pushing For More.

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For so long this was the view from

my living room and I now find that

I took all that beauty for granted.

I now miss it after I sold and now I

am working harder to purchase again

and I know that I will. Don’t know

when or where but I know that I will .

I am writting this at the end of year 2017

and now I am working on goals and plans

that will make this goal closer for 2018.

The thing that matters for us., those of us

on the battle of the pounds is figuring out

what works. Let me tell you something.

I do not know how or when I will get

another property like this one but the

process of getting there is going to be

exciting. I will make it fun as I push myself.

This post will go live sometime in January

of 2018 and I hope that by that time you

are actively working on your goals and

dreams.

All the best to you gang.

Jose G. Osuna

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Going For A Walk.

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Taking a walk by the ocean

is one of my favorite ways to think

or clear my mind. This picture I took

at the malecon (no clue how to translate

that word to English)  in Puerto Peñasco,

Sonora. Mexico. This is the place that as

of late I call home. I love the ex-pat life even

though I was actually born in Mexico.

It is great to live a life that allows us to

do what we love and be able to enjoy the

little things that give us happiness.

Gang we all have a side hustle that can

afford us a few of the little luxuries or

pleasures of life. If you are interested in

finding what is or could be your side

hustle let me recommend the book:

“Side Hustle” by my very good friend

Chris Guillebeau. He is also the author

of: “The $100 Start Up” which is also

pretty darn great. You may or may not

have an interest. Me… I want to enjoy more

while doing less and less. I have not worked

for anyone since August the 31st of 2011

when my position as General Manager

was eliminated. I love to travel and go

where I want when I want well… It is

as Master Card would say…… priceless

Truth And Reality.

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As we end yet another year it will do us good

to realize the power we have to make those

decisions that can and will make a big and

durable impact in our lives.

I know that I can not ressist oriental noodles

so I avoid the opportunity to go to battle over

them with myself., why? because I loose every

single time. I know that the smell of freshly

baked bread will always, always abring me

to my knees so I avoid bakeries and walmart

at certain times.

I also know that drinking my green smoothie

will always help me keep to my diet so I drink it.

Same with you. Figure out what defeats you efforts

but also what provides inspiration to keep your

diet and stay within you boundaries.

We must be aware in order to be successful.

Pay attention and win more consistently.

Jose G. Osuna

A Fun Project

As I have expessed before I have a deep

Love for photography.

Attached find a challenge that was presented

by Lulabelle Blog some time ago and, if you are

of the clicking inclination give it a try and see

just how much satisfaction you would get from

compleeting it

I share with you all of my love of photography

and hope you will enjoy it as much as I do.

Go have some fun with this

Jose G. Osuna

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Mind Set.

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The right mind-set will get you over many

a hurdle and you must keep a calm, clear mind

so you are able to have control of your goals

and plans.

Do not be an idiot like I have been at times

and allowed things, problems and people

ruin my progress and plans.

Just stay focus so you remain successful.

Jose G. Osuna

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Activity.

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There are little things that BUG me.

And if something has an impact on me

it can affect other things.

The word exercise is one of those things

that BUG me so I avoid it. I can easily

go out for walks and I can easily get

involved in some activity but I seldom can

go out to exercise.

Triggers, little triggers that mess with us.

If you know that there is something,

anything that will keep you from your

plans and goals avoid them, be it a pest

of a neighbor or the wrong color shoes

or even a little word….. Just avoid them.

Look for the things that ignite your passion

and  light the fire under your feet.

Look at the picture and think as I did:

Now that is one heck of a walk.

By the way this is in Arizona.

Gang stay focus and remain successful.

Jose G. Osuna

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Gone For A Walk

DSCN5612Few things as great as an early

morning walk.

The mind is clear, the body is rested

and our soul is open to the guidance

from above.

I do not know what it is that you

believe but for me this mornings

are when I can hear the voice and the

calling that tells me about the possible

ways to be a better or the best me possible.

Gang do what works for you and stay

with it as I was lucky to figure out what

works for me.

Jose G. Osuna

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About Fat…

46fb9400c33796e8c716f848ae29de5eAmazing how people at times are so very

narrow-minded, how little value they and

at times WE give to “Other’s” feelings.

Many a thing can not be changed but there

are other things, important things that can and

should change. Our attitudes, our poor and

negative behaviors.

We need to see the world in a more open and

positive way.

Our goals and dreams when ever-present

provide the fuel, the Jet Fuel to our lives’.

I guess what I am trying to say is that regardless

of the outside influences it is still up to us to make

life and things and dreams and goals happen.

Gang. Stay focus and remain successful.

Jose G. Osuna

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Don’t Get Comfortable.

0dde598ff184573149d0bb711bd55f4bDo not get comfortable!

There is still plenty of work to be done.

We are work in progress so do not

forget or get complacent.

The more we try the better we get at it.

Life and living is a moving target.

We might be better at one of them but

are we getting better at both at the same time??

I have been told by people smarter than me that

the act of living is a whole encompassing process

that few, very few master.

Shit I just try to keep my head above water.

I try to work out every day.

I try to stay to my diet every day.

I work on woking on me every day.

AND THAT is what I wish you would do.

Stay focus. Remain Successful.

Jose G. Osuna

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RESULTS…

Screenshot_20170413-093020.jpgAnything wrong with showing off the

results of your hard work???

Hell No.

Results do not have to be this remarkable to

deserve being celebrated.

I celebrate a pound lost just as much as I do

and ounce why? because it is success.

Gang only we know how hard it is for us to

lose any weight so do not let the number

keep you from acknowledging and celebrating

your losses.

Stay focus and keep kicking but keep loosing weight.

Jose G. Osuna

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Training For More

1a4e5dd94985fb6ddc2537f4c43e5c3dI used to run when I was younger. Yes it has been a long time ago.

I have been chewing on getting back to it.  at 52 I do not know

if it is such a great idea but I would like to give it a try.

Should you have an interest in starting a running phase in your

weight loss journey here is a beginners program that might be

helpful to both you and me.

Gang do not be afraid to set new and even more daring goals.

Go for the gold and push yourself further than before.

The results regardless if great or hilarious are yours and

yours alone. Enjoy the ride.

Jose G. Osuna

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Do It. Then Do It Again

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I am writing this post for those women that are doing their best.

For those women who are working hard on making a difference.

It is not easy to be different and to be the person who pushes harder.

Sadly there are many who are afraid of a woman who goes against

the grain and become abrasive.

My advise to this women is keep pushing. Keep trying.

The person who appreciates a strong woman will find its way

to you and it will be all worth it.

To that strong person woman or man I tell you go out and

find someone who you can help. Go out and be a friend

a true friend., the kind of friend who does not need for

someone to ask for help for you to reach out and give a hand.

If you see someone who needs a hand give it!!!!!!!!!!

Do not wait until someone has to ask for help for a hand

be a true friend and help. Give a hand.

Gang we are all in this life together and eventually we all need a hand

so be  there and give a hand. Be A True Friend.

Jose G. Osuna

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Motivation

how-to-stay-motivatedKeep you and your program front and center always.

Make sure the goal is ever present regardless of what

all else is going on.

It is your life and it is worth it.

Stay focused remain successful.

Jose G. Osuna

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twitter.com/LapBand4Men     instagram.com/LapBand4Men

Pleasure.

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I took this picture series at an ungodly hour

and it was a most memorable night.

Doing something we are passionate about

enjoying something we long to do is so great.

In my younger years I was a runner and I loved it

maybe because it was an alone endeavor as I am not

one for crowds or gangs or cliques.

Running helped me clear my mind and separate

my thoughts. I had this fixation on girls and money

and they were in direct opposition as both demanded

my time and attention.

Running and riding my bicycle kept me trim so weight

loss was never an issue or problem for me.

I enjoy my photography a lot I think the only thing

that could compete with that would be eating new stuff.

I love restaurants specially good ones but I hate when

a restaurant screwed up a simple dish or great ingredient.

I hope and want for people to be respectful of food. So much

is said of the culture and traditions in simple every day dishes.

I have learned to enjoy food from all over and maybe that is why

I miss Phoenix and Los Angeles so much. There is the possibility

of so many different meals. My favorite restaurant meals at this

point and time are: Vietnamese Pho at unPhogettable in Mesa, AZ

Their #5 Pho Tai, Nam, Gan is amazing.

And my second favorite is the Friend Chicken at Magnolias

restaurant in historic Charleston, SC.

Pleasure, nothing but pleasure.

Gang do not forget to live and enjoy this short life of ours.

Go and do something you love. LIVE MORE!!

Jose G. Osuna

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Passion. Our Passions.

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Gang I am constantly sharing with you all

about the many passions I have.

I want to share with all of you my page

at Kit.com I have created three kits to share

of those things that I find important and relevant.

Kit one is a series of books for Single Parents.

Do you know any single parents? Well that one is for them.

Kit number two is a series of books for those with

an entrepreneurial itch that needs to be scratched.

This one is not for Dreamers It is for Doers.

And the third one is about my passion for Photography.

Here I share my favorite equipment and how you can

have a Kick Ass set up with out spending a fortune.

Gang visit    kit.com/lapbandformen  and see what 

the ffuuzzzz is all about.

Gang Keep The Fires Burning In Your Life.

Jose G. Osuna

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