[nicolen]

This has truly been the week from you know where. As many of you know, I work in the claims department of an insurance company and to say we've been busy is an understatement.

Last week we had tornadoes hit part of the country. Over the weekend we had a massive cold snap hit another part of the country and on Wednesday a massive storm hit yet another part of the company. We've topped the highest number of calls we've ever taken in a week. I remember when we set that record - that was the only time I've ever come home from work in tears. I've worked 8 hours overtime so far and possibly will work more over the weekend. My brain is fried and I'm sooo going to have a long soak in the bath tonight and pour myself a glass of wine.

On the plus side I haven't resorted to junk food or fast food ONCE this week. When this sort of situation has happened in the past, it's been a case of grabbing a takeaway on the way home from work and collapsing in front of the TV for the night. While I've done the collapsing in front of the TV bit, I've managed to avoid the takeaways - except for tonight and since I got sushi, I didn't think that was too bad a choice.

I also had my annual appraisal this week and know I'm looking at a good pay increase. The boss is also trying to encourage me to apply for another job in the company - it's a promotion, and while I know I could do the job, I'm not sure I actually want it. I've got till Wednesday before the applications have to be in, so I'll keep thinking about it.

So I'm celebrating reaching the end of a very stressful week without having slipped up too badly. I couldn't have done this before now, and I definitely couldn't have done this without 3FC - reading other threads and realising that I'm not the only one to feel the way I do at times has been a huge help.

So, thank you all for being a large part of what's kept me on track this week - despite everything that's happened.

[Goddess Jessica]

Nicolen, I feel you there!

This week, I have to fire someone. I hate firing people. I really really do. Worse, I like this person! But he does not want this job and he has shown that over and over again. Sigh. It's also a "deadline" week in the political industry and so we're had nothing but non-stop phones. I enjoy being busy but I can't wait for some downtime this weekend.

Bachelorette party for me. And a massage. I can't wait. My body needs it. I did fairly well this week. I didn't get the biking in like I wanted but I ate really well all week and I think this plateau will start to recede. Finally!

Congrats on the review! That is fantastic news! Even if you don't want this position, it's nice to know someone thinks you would be capable of it. It means that if a position you DO want is down the road, you're more likely to go for it.

Boy, do I want a glass of wine too!

[rockinrobin]

Awww Nicolen. Sounds like a tough week indeed.

Kudos to you for surviving such a very hectic week. Now you know for sure that you CAN get through stress and strife while staying on track. Just knowing that should give you confidence when that chaos hits again. And yeah, we all know unfortunately - it's gonna happen again ... and again ..... and again. Could you imagine just how much more stressed you would be feeling right now had you NOT stayed on track? Congratulations,

Great going on the appraisal. I sure as heck hope you enjoyed that much deserved glass of wine.

[Robin41]

Stressful here too. My husband and I generally work together but he just started a project out of town, so for the next three months he will only be home on the weekends.

We're one of those icky couple that have been together 8 years but still hold hands walking down the street. Our lives really do revolve around each other and I'm feeling a little lost this first week. Normally I'd have eaten my little heart out but I've stuck to plan and feel pretty good about that.

I've always been an evening eater. With my husband around there was always somebody to help keep me straight at night and away from the fridge. Now it's just me.

It actually may be harder on my poor dogs. The husband has ice cream every night, he's skinny, and always lets them lick the spoon. Poor things spent every night this week standing by the freezer waiting for their treat. But if I'm not getting one, they're not getting one.

[Goddess Jessica]

Robin41 - May I recommend frosty paws? They're an ice cream treat for dogs! My dogs love them. Usually you can find them in the freezer section of the grocery store but Petsmart usually carries a small freezer case of them as well.


Fluffy - I have a husky who BEGS for snap peas. So far the only fruit/vegetable he doesn't care for is bananas.

[mj5]

There must be something in the air! It has been super hectic here this week too!

My dogs LOVE Frosty Paws! I have two beagles. They also love just plain ice cubes--to play with, to eat, and to drink the water after they melt. Both of my 'girls' love frozen corn. One of them also loves cooked broccoli!

[Robin41]

The Frosty Paws are a great idea. I've seen them but never bought them. It's a million degrees here and they really deserve something. They are labradors and have been very sweet to me all week even though I've been kind of *****y and short-tempered.

[enchantedonyx]

Originally Posted by Robin41

I've always been an evening eater. With my husband around there was always somebody to help keep me straight at night and away from the fridge. Now it's just me.

Robin, a couple of days ago, my supervisor gave me a picture she took of me on my first day there. I look so horrible and fat in it and it's a big picture- maybe 7x8inches. It is now taped to the refrigerator door so I have to see it every time I go to the fridge. The scale is also on the floor in front of the fridge so I have to step over it to get there. So far, the picture makes me cringe and I stay out of fridge.

Sorry everyone has had stressful weeks. Hope they get better soon!

[CLCSC145]

Congratulations on surviving your rough week, Nicole!!!!!! Turning to food in times of stress is so natural, so you should be really proud of yourself for hanging in there. Enjoy your weekend and I hope you don't have too much work to do...