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Will post my usual morning post sometime later, but wanted to make sure I got our
MOTIVATIONAL MONDAY done early in the morning, so here's my contribution for MM, there are two of them today. I really like the first one, but both are good, esp. for those of us who are having rough times
WELL-FOUNDED CONFIDENCE
How is it possible to move confidently toward the future after experiencing a disappointing setback? By learning from that disappointment, and knowing that you can adjust your approach accordingly.
If confidence resulted only from success, no one would ever have the confidence to reach success in the first place. In all confidence there is necessarily an element of faith.
Certainly past successes can add to your confidence, but past disappointments do not have to erode that confidence. Because you have the wonderful ability to improve with each effort. You can make adjustments and apply the lessons you've learned through experience. Those valuable lessons are yours to use in a positive way no matter what has happened before.
The powerful fact is that every experience can add to your confidence. The cheers and the sneers, the compliments and the complaints, the wins and the losses can all build confidence.
Take the best from what has happened and add the best of what can be. Move positively forward with a realistic, well-founded, ever-increasing confidence.
-- Ralph Marston
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THE MOMENT YOU BEGIN
Even though today may be far from perfect, it is the perfect place from which to move positively and powerfully ahead. Even though the timing is not completely ideal, this is indeed the ideal time to begin doing whatever you can to get wherever you desire to go.
The moment you begin to take positive, effective steps toward your goal, you are no longer behind. Because the direction in which you are headed is vastly more significant than where you happen to be.
This is the moment you can begin to live at a higher level of commitment to those things you truly value. You've learned from the past what has always held you back and what has always moved you forward, so go with those things you know will move you ahead.
There are challenges, to be sure, and not everything will go the way you planned. But that's no reason to deny yourself the outstanding opportunity that stands right now in front of you.
You have the power, right this moment, to make this day one of those days that you'll always look back upon with satisfaction and delight. The day will quickly pass by, regardless of what you do with it, and with a little extra effort you can indeed make it great.
-- Ralph Marston
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Have a wonderful day, and a fabulous week!!!!!
Debbie
194/1??/129
SB since 3/22/00
Reached goal 6/10/01
Good monday morning, all! I missed y'all over the weekend. Hope all had a great one. DH and I stayed home sick...just a cold but pretty sore throats. We're giving it a try going back to work this morning and we'll see if we make it through the day.
My positive thought for the day: This great SB support board is the greatest and most enjoyable way I have ever seen to stay motivated with a lot of sweet, precious friends...let's stay close and enjoy this journey every day together -- it will make it so much more fun and friendships will last a lifetime!
FIRST OF ALL, HAPPY BIRTHDAY, DEBBIE!!! Sorry it is a little belated. I had to laugh at your comments about ELI's gift certificate -- Larry does me the same way...and I know a whole lot of other men exactly the same way! I wonder why they are this way? Most of us women take great pains to think over what to give them for special occasions...don't they know how much it means to us for them to at least think about something to give us? Will they ever change? Guess not...now, about the nose piercing...it's not the age thing that bothers me...it's blowing your nose! I think I'd pierce about anything before I'd pierce my nose...but to each her own! If that's what would be fun to remember this Birthday by, you go, girl!
Solshine, glad to hear of your favorite sweeteners...I haven't tried Agave yet but hope to soon. I like Splenda, though.
Jack-K, you were wishing your week ended Thursdays like mine do. Well, it doesn't exactly end there...I work my full week Monday through Thursday and I clean my home on Fridays. I had always wanted to have a weekday to clean house so my weekends could be free and when I went to work where I do, they allowed me the "flex" hours...and I do love it! But I work harder at home Fridays than any other day of the week!
Red1, glad to hear where Ridgecrest is...sounds like you are far enough out of the booming metropolis to benefit. I lived in the Hollywood area from birth until I was 31 years old...the community was called Toluca Lake...the only family member left there is a brother and since we aren't close, I won't be out to California ever again...I just don't miss the smog and cement and HUGE population...I'm a country girl now! But I'd sure love to meet you...so if you're ever this direction, you be sure to let me know and we'll plan to get together.
Better get to work but I'll check in with y'all later.
I had a good OP weekend--was able to cook all my own meals and therefore control my menus. Today I hit the road again. I do the best I can, but I'm afraid I make too many compromises--especially when it comes to lunch. Dinner seems to go much better for some reason. Anyway I started off with a good protein laden breakfast (egg and cheese omlet). If I eat protein in the AM then I tend not to be so hungry by lunchtime.
Ok everyone we need to work together on this little project.
This is the week that Heartmom takes Boogie to PA for his surgery. I'm hoping the fact that we haven't heard anything (I hope I haven't missed a post), means that they are on their way. Boogie's surgery is the 10th (Thursday). Let's put all our good wishes and prayers together and send them out to Heart, Boogie and Ashley all week!
Heartmom--you, Boogie, and Ashley remain in my prayers. Please let us know when you can how things are going. I'm praying for a successful surgery and a safe trip. God be with you.
MM Monday thought--I was reading in this month's Prevention about a woman that watched the 9-11 attacks and realized that if she had had to go down 70-80 flights of stairs in order to get out of the building, she would have probably never escaped. I know I'm in that category. This woman responded by spending the last year walking and getting into shape. How many of us are not in good enough shape to handle the emergencies our own lives produce? I know I'm not--I'm better off than I was two years ago, but I could still do better. What would it take--a peffect body? No, but losing even 10% of the weight we are carrying around now (for those of us not at goal) would make a tremendous difference. How about a challenge? 10%--that's all. For me thats about 24 lbs. No deadline--I'm just going to try to eat healthy and to walk and to get another 10% of weight off my body. Who's with me?????
Susan
300/24?/150
Calling today about getting my scale replaced!
You all best be happy there's no smellavision on the computer, boy, do I stink as I sit here! WHEW! Got in my walk this morning and decided to get in a post while I cool down (and ferment) a while. Was able to get in those 4.5 miles in 50:53 today - still brutal out there!
Woke up tired today so it was hard to get me motivated to go out, but out I went!
If anyone could post more than one answer on this weeks poll, sorry, I couldn't change it to multiple choice after I had submitted it the first time, so just put your highest level achieved.
Okay gals, I'm making this a short goodmorning post and I'm going to TRY and work on the recipe boards for an hour or so, before I have to leave and get a few errands done (and eat something). If you haven't a clue what I'm talking about, please read my post from yesterday (Sunday).
We had a fantastic weekend last week. Thursday night we went to the deer lease. This is my first year to go hunting or even camping. The kids had a blast. I didn't really get to see anything while I was hunting but it was nice to be outside. It was HOT. We kept hoping a cold front would come through and cool things down a little.
I didn't get to exersice in the traditional way. But you had to walk to the outhouse. Sometimes walk to the deer stand. And over all just be busy. I lost 3 pounds while we where there. There were tons of munchies but I didn't do too bad in that area because we were talking so much and just having a great time.
Yesterday I got on the scales to make sure I hadn't done too badly while on vacation...when I saw 152.5 I was jumping up and down...woo hoo. That would have been 147 on the scales I first started using way back when...of course they are in the scale grave yard....but it still felt great to see something under 154....so that was officially my new all time low since starting on plan about 18 months ago.
Deb...I think it's neat you want a nose ring. Don't let age deter you from anything you might want to do. I think sometimes we put age limits on things and stop ourselves from doing things we might really enjoy.
LKF...you are such an encouragement and joy to read. I look forward to your post everyday.
Fillise...I'll add my prayers to yours. I thinks its a great idea to remember Boogie and his family this week and in the weeks to come.
Melf....I'm sorry that you daughter lost her home but am so glad that you are all safe.
Happy birthday Sef and BigK this week. May the whole week be wonderful and YOUR week. ((hugzz))
I wish I had more time to respond this morning but we are trying to get back into our school routine. The kids are a little hyper but doing better than I thought they would.
Everyone have a great day. Eat well, play well and just enjoy.
Love,
Crystle
235/153/140
Last edited by CountryMom4Him; 10-07-2002 at 09:45 AM.
Mornin' y'all. Well our week is off to a rocky start. I'm home with James this morning. He has strep and scarlet fever. He's feeling much better than he did yesterday, but no school for him today. He started feeling bad Saturday and I had plans to take him to the dr Sunday afternoon-our pedi clinic is open 2-4 on Sun. Anyway, about 4 o'clock Sun. a.m. he came in our room and said he couldn't swallow and was scared he wouldn't be able to breath, so I took him to the ER right away. He has to go back to his dr on Tues or Wed to find out exactly what the culture shows. Like I said, a rough way to start the week, but he's feeling OK now.
On a better note, Dennis is working. His old boss called him Fri and asked him to come back to work. He had left that job to try and get his home inspection business started. He's working full time for two weeks then will probably go to part time.
Thanks for the bday wishes for Sarah. We all had a good time.
COUNTRY: Your camping trip sounds fun. We're having cooler weather here today. Maybe it will move your way.
MELF: Glad to hear you're OK. Sorry to hear about your DD's house, but so thankful they are safe.
FILLISE: Joining in with you on prayers for Boogie, Ashley and Heart.
James is paging me. Lots of hugs and attention today.
Good Morning! Just a quick note. I had to get up early to take my daughter to meet the group going to a Tech student conference about 3 hours away from here. They had an awfully nice bus! It was so early, there wasn't any traffic yet! I came home, had to fix the stupid DSL, then crashed. I slept two hours, and now I feel better. We had more rain over the weekend. It was so muggy, my hubby told me to turn the a/c back on. I didn't argue...
This will be a quickie as I'm at work, and we all know what that means
SUSAN: I'm with you about Boogie..God bless him, he's been through so much already in his little life...
I'm also with you on the 10%...just so happens that 10% is my goal at WW too, pluse my WW buddy here at work and I have started walking around the mall where our office is...Since there are no "shopping stores" ...only offices, the area is pretty clear to walk...I'll keep you posted on my progress...
DEB...look on google for "virus scan" and pick the McAfee free scan....just to be sure. I really don't know if the virus could cause the freeze...it atacked my address book and attached itself to the OPEN FLY joke that I sent to some of you...but it was also
other places in my files...the scan will get them and tell you what to do when they are done...
I thought I was going to get on the board last nite, I really needed some support and was ready to start eating, but after hooking up my computer I couldn't get it to recognize the keyboard. Computers can be sooo frustrating. So I said the heck with it and shut it down. So i got my butt out and walked to Meijers and bought myself 2 pairs of slacks and a top. Better than foods and lasts longer. So I am so far behind. I have read all the posts, but not going to be able to respond since I have several things to do at work today (imagine that). So forgive me I am starting new today with the posts.
Bob, Oh my Gawd! what a game. I couldn't believe 6 ot's. I came home and my SIL 2B was screaming at the Tv so I stayed up and watched the end. Exciting. I needed you Sat nite. DD & I went to rent a movie. I think we were in there for 45 minutes trying to find something. Either they had seen everything or they wern't any good. I was looking for a chick flick since it was girls nite, finally ended up with the Rookie with Dennis Quaid. It was good. I just hate when I go and can't find anything. WTG on the walking. Your buddy sure will keep you in line. LOL UK was off this weekend.
Gator, What happened to those Gators? Did you go to the game?
LKF, Hope you and your Dh are feeling better. Those summer colds can be tough. I know what you mean by cleaning on Saturdays. I hated working all week and spending my weekends cleaning. Especially now that the kids are grown, DH always wants to play on the weekends and I didn't have time to do it all. So I have a cleaning lady who comes every other week. Well worth the money. Plus I HATE to clean. I used to clean on the odd week, but not any more. I guess I'm getting older and just don't care that much. I do keep it picked up and that is 80% of it anyway.
Fillise, I'm with you on the prayers for Heartmom and Boogie. Especially on Thursday, we need to pray hard. I hope she is able to keep us posted. How interesting about the lady from 9-11. That is so true. Before now, I couldn't have saved myself. I'm with you on that too.
Red1, Where did you get the recipe for the jalepeno & bacon things?
Melf, So glad you are ok. Sorry about your DD's home. Glad she was not at home. Home's can be replaced. Be thankful they are safe. Lucky you get to have them with you all the time now! That is a good thing isn't it?
Deb, Loved the MM Today. Very inspiring. If you're like me, you gotta make yourself get out there. I'm afraid if I don't tomorrow will be easier to bypass and the next day easier and before I know it, I'm not going out at all. It was only 60 here, with a high of 62 today and tomorrow. Very nice.
Country, 3 more lbs. How awesome. You are doing great. 82 downs and only 13 to go.
Music, Scarlet fever? I didn't think anyone got that anymore. Hope he is feeling better soon. Happy that Dennis got his job back. Have a great day.
Monet, Our a/c is out again so I said the heck with it and opened the windows. Only 62 here today. Sort of nice. Hope you have a great day.
It's going to be an interesting week for me. Going back in for another block on Wed. morning which has the tendency to put me out of commission for a few days. Hubby still trying to get a job. Kids are well, although allergy/asthma season has begun.
Heartmom: Thinking of you and Joseph.
Music: I hope the antibiotics get in there and kick this thing for your little James. I'll be thinking of you.
Happy birthday Sef and BigK - hope it's a great week for both of you.
Eating is better for me. Still maintaining between 165.5 and 167.5 and it's TOM. Trying to get down to 160. (That's correct, I gave in and stood on the scale)
Fillisse, I am with you all the way in praying together for heartmom and all the family with Joseph -- Jack-K said especially Thursday so that must be when the surgery is.
Heartmom, please let us hear from you whenever you can grab a minute to tell us how things are going; in the meanwhile, feel our prayers at such a difficult time.
Country, you are every bit as much an encouragement to me as you feel I am...all of you are incredible support for me and I already need every one of you in my life, even though I can't always post to each of you...all of you mean so much to me. And hey, I am so proud of you for resisting all those munchies at the deer lease (I have no idea what a deer lease is but since I am on the deer's side, maybe I don't want to know...). Wow!!! 82 pounds in 18 months!!! Now THAT'S impressive! Talk about encourager!!! You and your weight loss encourage me IMMENSELY!!!
Jack-K, thanks for wishing me and DH well...we're not nearly as sick as you were a couple of weeks ago so we should be mended soon...and it helps to read your sweet wishes! A cleaning lady is even better than staying home doing it yourself! That's a great idea! Wish I could find someone out in the sticks who would come clean my house! Hee hee!!! Enjoy the cool weather...it is coming our way by tonight.
Music teach, so sorry to read about James with strep and scarlet fever...yikes! Bless his heart, he's a sick little man with all that. I pray he will be better really soon. Glad to read Dennis is working with the past boss a bit.
I have been learning how to cook in a crock pot since I gave up my microwave a couple of weeks ago. Actually, the food is pretty good! DH just loves it because he loves all the flavors striking through from slow cooking. I picked up a cute recipe book at Wal-Mart called "Fix It and Forget It Cookbook" -- it's loaded wit great recipes that are perfectly acceptable for us SB'ers.
I want to thank Deb this morning for the MM. I needed to hear it, my Dr. tells me I need to loose my weight because I am a walking time bomb as he puts it. I think of loosing weight and I get hungry and lazy. I guess it is a good thing that I dont have a car or off to the store I would go.
Thanks for the advice of putting lemon in my water, it still didnt quite do the trick so I put a little crystal lite in the water, just enough to give it a flavor. Is this ok? If not I will try a little more lemon.
I forget the names but I hope that you have a wonderful birthday this week.
I do remember Country's name because I love camping and hunting but since I moved to Florida I dont go our very much. The bugs are two big and hungry here. I have become an air conditioner monster where the bugs dont roam. They dont have big bugs in Idaho where I am originally from.
I also want everyone that needs a prayer that I will add you to my list.
Sugar Busters Weekly Support Board 10/7-10/13
Monday Morning
Got in my walk this morning and decided to get in a post while I cool down (and ferment) a while. Was able to get in those 4.5 miles in 50:53 today - still brutal out there!
today so it was hard to get me motivated to go out, but out I went!
His old boss called him Fri and asked him to come back to work. He had left that job to try and get his home inspection business started. He's working full time for two weeks then will probably go to part time.
How awesome. You are doing great. 82 downs and only 13 to go. 
as he puts it. I think of loosing weight and I get hungry and lazy. I guess it is a good thing that I dont have a car or off to the store I would go.
