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Noting some strange underlining in my morning post. strange - never saw that before. don't think I underlined anything. hmmm.
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amarantha-glad puppy girl came through her "procedure" with flying colors. :)
anagram-day 3! huzzah! so far after breakfast and lunch, have definitely cut down on portion size and realize this won't feel as hard as i thought it was going to be. so, onward and downward, i say. i can't believe it is already late october. this year has just flown by. i say this every single year, though. time just always passes much too quickly to suit me. well, good afternoon, all. take care. |
It's been a real struggle but i think i'm making it day 4. Went out for lunch today and estimated highish on it, I think, but you never know. So I had a slimfast this morning and really light this evening. I have enough left for a snack soon and then maybe an early bedtime again ;)
I see the strange underlining has disappeared. Eerie. Just came in from a nice twilight walk. pleasant but still a little on the muggy side. Crescent moon smiled at me.... |
Forgot to mention today was my "official" weigh in. One pound above that sacrosanct low number achieved only so briefly. But I am encouraged. At least I'm in the neighborhood. The breakthrough WILL come.
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Anagram, I don't see any underlining! Strange! Anyhow, good morning!
E, accountability noted! :) Yea, we are accountable, but you do a great job at your fitness, just thought I'd point it out! But I'm all for accountability and going out for the second half of my walkabout as I want some X minutes in before heading off to work in that other place today. Staying home with Puppy Girl as long as I can. She's doing great but I worry about her. |
i get those underlinings too-in green-but not always. certain words are underlined and they take you to advertisements. the green lines were present now when i logged in here.
definitely going better with decreased portion size now, and will stick to present food plan for time being. we finally got some much-needed rain today. well, have a good weekend, royals. |
Made it through Day 5 - stopping streak for weekend. Not going to go crazy (I hope) - just not going to count.
Lovely Fall day out there this morning. After a good rain last night. Will be warm again the next few days so am going to enjoy today all I can. Taking some hazardous household waste for recycling, walking in park, driving halfway to meet Princesses and their entourage for a bite this afternoon. All seem things to look forward to. First I have to wake up though - had a good night's sleep last night - really needed it. So - wishing all :queen::queen: a Tra La La weekend - Only eleven days left until Halloween. So far not at all tempted by the piles of (not so) goodies in the stores. A big change from years ago and a pleasant side effect of my Palace Association. |
Anagram, I forgot yesterday to congratulate you on a good weigh-in! You are doing great!
Strange about the underlining. Wsw, I've never seen words underlined as links to ads in 3FC. There's another forum I know that has links under certain words to more info on the word (such as "running" that takes you to running info). But I've never seen underlining of any kind at 3FC. Very odd. Anagram, congrats also on your streak. |
Beloved Queenlies, I got back from Georgia late last night. This evening I got a call from my sister to tell me that my ex had died. Not my ex-husband, but the love of my life for many years. I hadn't seen him for a very long time and had thought maybe he was dead -- he had a bad alcohol/drug problem -- but the reality of it is hard to take. I've never been as close to any man in my life and I'm very sad.
Just wanted to let you know. I had no connectivity in Savannah and I missed you all. Love to all... |
Sorry to hear about the passing of someone you loved and were close to for such a long time, Arabella.
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Hello, hello, hello!
I have been dying to get in here all week, and this is the first time I've had time to jump on a computer...at work!
Thanks to all for your very kind words and wishes...it does my heart good to know that I have such good friends here to console and support me. Thank you very sweetly! Getting back into work/school mode this past week has been challenging. Getting back into school/work/diet mode has been near impossible, as I haven't been inside a grocery store in ages! BUT! That will all change tomorrow...er, later today. I am, henceforth, re-committing to a healthy lifestyle, which will include eating right and daily exercise. Today is Day 1. Looking forward to making this a good long streak of positivity. In your company, I know I can do this! Gotta get back to work now...I will catch up on thread goings-on later today. Happy Monday, all! |
arabella-i'm so sorry to hear of the loss of your "ex." sending lots of hugs your way.
kat-good to see you. i know you have been through so much with your loss. be sweet to yourself. today, i can't get in to much trouble since have prep for colonoscopy tomorrow, and can only have liquids today. i hate how lousy these things make me feel though. yuck! looking forward to the completion of procedure tomorrow morning. well, just wanted to check in and say hi, since may be out of commission for a couple of days. didn't bounce back too quickly after my last one a couple of years ago. maybe this time will be easier though. i have had many surgeries and procedures, but the coloscopy prep is the worst for me---well, the thing i'm the biggest baby about, anyway. ok, taking deep breath now. the weather has been just gorgeous again over this past weekend, and thus far, this morning too. need to get out and run a quick errand and enjoy some of this lovely weather. take care, all. |
Wsw, hope all is good today for ye! Hang in!
Kat, congratulations on your new initiative and commitment to a positivity streak! Ye will do 'er! Wood Nymph, hang in! To Ceara, Anagram, K, Eydie, and a whole lot o' queens mentioned or un, huzzah! Today is the first day o' the rest o' our lives. This day will never come again, ever in the history o' the univese. What will we do with it? |
Goodly question, Empress!
I've been mostly wallowing, so far. I have to say, my first impulses after I heard the news were to stuff my face. Didn't do it. And I can't say I feel better for having held out but I know that the food would only cause more grief in the long run.
I did manage a little run today and a set of tai chi. Drinking the water, etc. Went to choir practice last night, was going to go to sound yoga class today but I had to wait for DH to get back and he was late. I was sad to miss out. Ah well. I'll keep on keepin' on (and behavin') and eventually I'll feel more like myself again. Anagram, sorry to hear about the need for more surgery! But you've been doing great, anyway, streaking right along. And congrats on the good WI! :cp: :cp: I'm not tempted by the Halloween candy any more, either. Oh, it used to be a problem! I remember working frantically on end-of-month stuff and making frequent trips down to grab handfuls of little chocolate bars. Ugh. Now I'd need really good chocolate to tempt me :rolleyes: Kat, how great to see you back! Yes. Let us devote ourselves to our health and wholeness. 'Tis very true that life can be challenging. And your night shifts are just about enough to do anyone in. And then there's school... :strong: Time to kick butt! Eydie, sweetheart, I hope you can remember how fabulous you are, despite being 10 pounds over your chosen weight! Ten pounds is not much at all, especially when it's on such a fit :queen: as thineself. I bet it's mostly smooth and sexy muscle :belly: WSW, I've got an appointment for my first-ever colonoscopy in December. I've heard a number of people say that the worst part is the preparation. And they're so important to have! DH's ex-wife died at 47, of cancer that started as colon cancer. Her mother had died at 53, of the same, but she refused to go for a colonoscopy anyway. They say colon cancer is almost 100% preventable. Amarantha, thank thee for that good question. I'm going to see what I can make of this day -- surely there must be something more profitable for me to do than sitting here at the computer not getting much done or enjoying myself. Thinking about a good approach... K, I've made the decision -- I'm going to do exactly what I have to do today and then get the heck out of dodge. Maybe talk DH into running over to look at propane inserts for the fireplace... Ceara, Kaylets -- :wave: How goes it? Love to all! |
Oh, dear Arabella, please do allow yourself some good wallow time, and you too, Royal kat. I don't mean 24/7 but "special" times when you wallow in the pain and then let in some good memories. The warm feelings will bring you back to a smile here and there. I still have some wallow times but lots of wallowing in good memories too. And congrats on not gorging, WN, and for your new incentives, kat.
I've been having some good ACCOMPLISHMENT days but unfortunately they are not good DIET days. I'm still trying to find where the wagon went. But today's the day. Going grocery shopping (been low on what I need for good eating) and going to take life a little easier today in prep for tomorrow when I'm having three new appliances installed and watching that will take all my energy for the day. Had some really good days (other than dietwise) so far this week and it's still rainy outside so it's a good "easy" day. Got some nasty paperwork/phone calls behind me yesterday too. Hope your c. went well, wsw, and aren't you glad it's behind you. I'm on the list too for early November - in fact that's one reason I postponed the other surgery (besides having to get "ready" for it). I don't think anyone likes the prep but it's something I "owe" to my bro who died of cc at 54. whenever I think of backing out or neglecting it, I hear his chuckling voice gently chiding me. Yoo, hoo, ceara - where thou be-ist? |
A totally me-me postie as I am runnin' 'round late for assignments 'n postin' 'n repostin' some notes I've been makin' 'bout what I am callin' (so far, it will evolve) my Crystal Challenge for this pivotal year of my existence on this lovely green planet. Goin' to all my haunts 'n postin' this ALTHOUGH IT BE NOT ETCHED IN STONE ... I am changeable, thank whatever ...
"Me, so far, since I always need a seasonal take on things, I have identified my holidayish weigh-ins for the sacred quest I am embarked upon to reach a certain number(s) that means a lot to me: Next Sunday: 139.9, Halloween challenge ends U.S. Post-Thanksgiving: Weigh-in on November 25, somewhere in the 130s Winter Solstice (HERE COMES THE SUN!)/Christmas holiday season (not a Christian but I celebrate as I was raised by my beloved MOM to love that season, so it maketh joy before the year ends): Weigh-in on December 23, THIS BE THE TAKIN' STOCK WEIGH-IN AND I WILL EVALUATE WHERE I AM HEALTH 'N FITNESS 'N WEIGHT WISE 'N (HERE'S THE GOOD PART) KNOW THAT WHEREVER I FALL SHORT, THERE'S ANOTHER YEAR AHEAD IN WHICH I WILL GET IT RIGHT! Two sides o' the coin ... good 'n bad, light 'n dark, we soldier on and NO WHININ') Anyone else?" |
Wednesday in the Palace
And I guess next week we'll be moving again -- wow, that time just flew! :bat:
If no one else wants to, I'll put up a festive season thread. Because we all want to celebrate, right? :yes: Went to the gym this a.m. and did the circuits, set of tai chi when I got home. I think next week I'm going to look at upping the exercise. I want to DO this thing. I've lost all but a pound of the bump-up, so down a couple of pounds from WW WI but still a pound over ticker :mad: Ah well. Can only go on from where one is. But I think I'll watch the carbs tomorrow preparatory to Friday WI. :chin: I've got my writing group tonight, which will be good. I think some of the members might remember my ex. I want to be with people who remember him. I feel a little lonely... Then on Saturday, there's a Reiki share. My first thoughts were "Oh, too bad I can't go" because DH will want me to be home. But then I thought "Nope. I want to go and there's no reason why not." I think it will do me a lot of good. And then on Saturday, my sound yoga teacher has us out for a sound yoga mini-retreat at the wonderful shorefront place that she administers. DH tried to guilt me out about it but I resisted. :s: Anagram, you're right -- one must wallow, but I want to wallow well instead of ineffectually, as I was doing yesterday. I'm in a better mode today, crying a little, remembering a little, working a little and shirking a little. I'll do what I need to do for work and let the rest go (that's the way I'll end up being most productive anyway -- if I try to force me I always balk!) So many people die of cc! More in my acquaintance than from any other cause. I feel negligent that I've never had a colonoscopy :crossed: WSW, sending vibes for a speedy recovery! :hug: Any other :queen:lies around? Let's take this day and make the most of it! |
Amarantha! :wave: You snuck in while I was typing. :s: I be with thee!
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Hey all...I'm having a real hard time keeping up with this thread, as much as I want to. School has taken over temporarily, I now have my two night classes and an all day class on Saturdays. Just til November. I can do this.
There's so much that I want to respond to and share with you all, but I just can't right now. I'm thinking perhaps a once a week post might be best for me for the time being. So, if I don't reply about your current situations and scenarios, please know that I AM thinking of you all and wishing all of you all the best! Okay...I'm off to class <again!> :wave: |
Work stress has invaded my life. I am currently working on kicking it out. That may include being unemployed though....
Am currently on a bit of a streak after the long summer. Need to update my ticker. I have an up-age also Arabella, so thee be not alone in that! Wsw, hope your c went fine...they are a necessary evil... Kat, sorry to hear of your dad...:grouphug: and Arabella, that's tough. To lose someone with whom you felt such a connection. You were lucky to have him. Good work on the non-food coping! Anagram...surgery! Yuck...at least you sound OK with it. 'K, I have to get away from this computer and go walk.... Love to all...mentioned and un-mentioned! :wave: |
Got home from my writing group last night to find that our beloved cat, Dickens, had been hit by a car and killed. At the writing group, we'd just been discussing the question of keeping cats in the house and letting them roam and we were all in favour of letting them roam, come what may. Life's funny.
Tomorrow's Paul's memorial service. I'm looking forward to having that over with and starting to rebuild. |
Arabella, so very sorry to hear of the loss of your beloved Dickens. It must be very hard also with the memorial service coming up.
Re starting a new thread, I would vote that you do so for the festive season. See you. |
:grouphug: Arabella on this tough day.
It is raining today....DH and I planning on going to the "city" :lol: to look at bathroom counter tops and mirror/light ensembles for the ensuite. One of these days it'll be done! Supposed to clear later, so the heathens can be outside for a more extended time. And perhaps I'll be able to walk then...I hate walking in the rain and dislkie having wet dogs. Things going well....scale is behaving...but then so am I...must be co-relation there? |
Dear Arabella, I am so sorry. And :hug: to get you through the memorial service too. What a tough time!
And, ceara, you too. Work problems can cast a pall over an otherwise lovely life. Happy shopping. I'm not really too thrilled about surgery again but figure there's nothing I can do except move ahead. Hurting more all the time esp. with the rainy days recently. Waiting for people to come and bring my new appliances. Parting with old ones is tough; I think I'm much too sentimental but all are associated with many good things in my life. I think I'm going to sit and do a crossword or something. Feeling cranky. (Hurting does that to me.) NSV - I wasn't going to do trick/treat last night but at the last minute changed my mind and ran out for supplies. Must have had 70 or so young 'uns in an hour and a half (and then I turned out my lights because by then you only get the occasional straggler who's too old to be doing this anyway). But I was not even tempted - really I wasn't - even smelling those peanut butter cups. This has got to be progress. So the remainder are now in the freezer until someone shows up to claim them. Recliner, here I come. :wave: to all, mentioned or not. And of course I vote for a festive holiday thread! :candy::candy::candy::ginger::ginger: :candy: :candy::candy: |
arabella-thinking of you and sending you lots of hugs on this difficult day of the memorial service. sorry also to hear about your beloved cat, dickens. what a trying time for you! be very sweet and gentle with yourself.
my colonoscopy results were fine, and i was certainly grateful and pleased. the procedure itself wasn't bad at all, just like last time. the prep was a little harder on me this time though, and i was literally up all night, which was a bit challenging. this time, i can go 5 years(!) until my next one, and that made me very happy too. all the nurses and the doc at the hospital couldn't have been nicer, and my friend who took me was a great help, and made me laugh even though it was so early in the morning when he picked me up for the procedure. this is my good friend who had spent 7 months in nairobi. he is such a great friend, and a good sport. i was having trouble with my speech (from ms) and so it was very helpful to have him there because he could answer the questions for the nurses regarding surgeries i've had, meds i'm on, etc. when i couldn't get the words out too well. i have had to lay low the past couple of days, but i'm definitely feeling better now. we have gotten some serious rain the past few days, which we had needed so badly. today, my appetite is back, so i am paying close attention to my food plan. i think i have tweaked it enough now so it will be pretty workable and healthy. i am also back to writing my food down, to help keep me honest. well, hello to all you lovely royals. i am thinking of you. take good care. |
Mornin'! It is grey out there....is DLST next week? I find it so dark when I get out of bed in the mornings.
I have to work today, so must be off shortly...to find some brekkie and shower. Glad all went well wsw...and that 2 years went fast..I remember when he was leaving! 'K...gotta log my food from yesterday....:wave: |
Just a pop-in to say there is a space reserved just for your group in the stickied Bio thread at the top of the page, if you'd like to share your bios.
Have a good day! |
Hi, Jane! Hope you are havin' a good day also!
Sword Bearer! :wave: Ye are doin' great and hope ye enjoy work today. I am forcin' self to take today off, at least, just a little space until Sacred Bootcampy Weigh-In Day. I guess I'm doin' a small bootcamp o' mine own these days, walked two hours today, cals down for past two days. :drill: Wsw, glad ye had such a good friend from the old days to do the medical test thing with ye. Congrats on a good result. To all, mentioned 'n un ... ye know! :hug: |
:wave: Queenlies! The memorial service was good yesterday, if extremely difficult. I went to a gathering at his aunt's place afterwards. I learned that he had not been in touch with his family for over 10 years -- just too ashamed of his addiction and afraid of disappointing people again. But I also learned that he was in a community program that he contributed to and was surrounded by supportive people. He'd caught a flu and then I guess his heart just gave out. The body can only take so much.
Addiction is a terrible thing -- makes me more determined to let go of mine. I'm doing well, moving forward. Not leaving anything behind but just determined to make the most of my life. Gotta go -- love ya, tho. |
Ah, Wood Nymph, a good mantra for us all.
"I'm doing well, moving forward. Not leaving anything behind but just determined to make the most of my life. " 'Tis good you were able to go to service and to aunt's and to learn more of what has been going on in his life. wsw, glad that's behind you. And what a wonderful friend you have. ceara, glad you're back with us. Hope things are looking more resolveable. Empress, a respite beith good and willhelp you on your bootcamp path. I missed my "official" weighin this week but a day late I was down to .8 of a lb above the elusive "hit it once and I will again" number. Probably blew everything since then though. I am personally in the "Nightmare from the Money Pit" or something like that re installation of appliances. Can't even begin to waste words describing what's gone on here. Made it tough to manage food - no working stove, microwave, d/w (but who needs that when you can't cook anything). Stuff cut up, out - a stove standing in the midst of the traffic pattern. I do not anger easily but I am being sorely tried. Today a handyman is coming to do a long list of other little (and some slightly bigger) things for me. Turmoil but, this too will be sorted out - 'tis not life and death - just more ways in which I can practice being :queen:ly. Supposedly all will be accomplished tomorrow but I can tell you one appliance dealer whose reputation will be suffering. Went to funeral with sis yesterday. Fellow died from same cancer her dh has and they all met through support group. Hard, hard. So today will be busy, hectic but I hope it will be as nice a fall day as yesterday was. When I was coming in last night, Mr. Full Moon was flirting with me and I almost responded to his seduction. Maybe tonight (if I'm not so tired), I can respond and spend a little outdoor evening time admiring him. |
Again, my condolences, Wood Nymph, but ye seem to have found a sense of closure and determination to go forward with your own progress and I think that's great and also love your mantra.
Ah, Anagram, I also be in the money pit, for different reasons, but been there before 'n know a few secret passages out o' there. Huzzah. To all, unmentioned and mentioned ... ye know the drill. |
Another strange day. Handyman and son are on second run for parts. But he's done many small things so 'tis progress I 'spose.
I've also got more done than usual, outside, computerwise and clothing-sorting wise. So day not a total waste. Hoping the boys will soon get back from their jaunt and get a little more done though it looks now like the list will be far from completed today. I will need Fresh Start Monday though it may indeed be Tuesday as kitchen still in mucho disarray. Friends offering to cook for me, feed me, etc. but I live in the land of restaurants within a mile or two and can forage for myself quite nicely. I'm laughing, really, about how these supposedly simple things have become quixotic quests. Not life and death, folks. Just not supposed to be so complicated and/or hysterical. Looks like walk won't be happening unless just at dusk. If they're gone by then. I'll just have to go jiggle around a little bit to get in some exercise. Really cold out there; may finally be turning on heat tonight. Come to think of it, dusk walk might be nice (if cold) as I have a tentative date with Mr. Moon. |
Oh, sweet Arabella...I'm so sorry for your losses, and so inspired by your words. Yes, I'm ready to make the most of my life. Time to stop letting "life" dictate my actions and seize control of my ship! (and a mighty ship it is!)
Anagram...My fingers are crossed for all to be back in order for you ASAP. I know only too well the chaos you're living at the moment. Washing dishes in the bathtub was not fun as I recall! :hug: wsw...So glad to hear that your colonoscopy went well, and that your friend was there to support you. As a newly-turned 50 year old, I know that I'm supposed to be having one done soon. :yikes: Too much going on right now, definitely next year! ceara...How I look forward to the day that I can kick work-related stress out of my life too! Hang in there til you can! Hugs to all...mentioned and un- I still have much to do today. Haven't even been outside yet and I don't want to miss out on this glorious fall weather! I have sworn to myself that I will get out there for a walk. My battery is somewhat re-energized, I'm trying to get my house in order...which really helps me to function better...when the house is a mess, so am I! Am finally doing the summer/winter clothing switch over and a mini fall clean up of the piles of papers, mail, & magazines that seem to accumulate on every flat surface in this house. Practicing feng shui as best I can... Today, so far, has been a stellar day of eating all the right stuff...will call it an un-official Day 1. Looking forward to new royal holiday thread...nothing like a change of season to "start over..." Happy day to all! :wave: |
A new week begins. I got my tulips planted yesterday....so at least that job is off my mind! Such as it is :lol:
Going for a walk this morning...nice, sunny and bright...and chilly I assume. No prob. Am holding onto myself by my fingernails these days! |
Just had a lovely frosty morning walk. So nice.
So now I'm girded for the appliance installer battles today - assuming they show up. Handyman showed up yesterday - got about half done. To return Saturday (and maybe Sunday). However, stress took its toll..........I must learn to deal better. I wasn't falling apart any other way - got lots of stuff done too. But food - I know, a comfort, a reward for the irritation, etc., etc. I think I'll have to turn in my crown and work to earn it back. I know food will not take care of this problem, only time and sternness will. And I'm quite capable of that - so JUST DO IT. So I will, I must, I shall, I am. :kickbutt::kickbutt::kickbutt::kickbutt: |
Monday dawns in the Palace
A cold one -- getting awfully close to the freezing point . Nipply, as Eydie would say ;).
It feels a bit like "morning in the burnt house": up and doing what needs to be done amidst the ashes. I guess that's the only way but I'm taking the time to grieve, too. It just so happened that I had a lot planned for the weekend, which may have been a good thing. I went with some Reiki folk on Saturday to do treatments as part of a holistic therapies component at a Red Hat Ladies convention. There were 160 of them there and what a blast it was to see them. The outfits were incredible and they had these chosen personas. One sweet little thing came fluttering up to me and introduced herself: "I'm Madame Butterfly!" Lots of feather boas, sequins, glitter, frills, etc. And they were so receptive to the treatments. It was great! Saturday evening we went out to dinner with DH's sister and her husband and then off to see "Across the Universe," which was spectacular. And then yesterday I was at a mini-retreat for the sound yoga group. Lots of chanting, some with simple steps, a silent walk through the woods, a chanting walk through the labyrinth, an hour to be alone (I went and sat on the beach -- it was warm enough and beautiful. A seal came up to check me out and stayed with me for a little while.), a laughing yoga session and then a potluck. As I expected would happen, I broke down a few times but people took it in stride. They may have just thought it was an emotional response to the exercises. But I've got to say, it's a pretty surreal experience to lie on the floor with tears streaming into your ears while people all around you are chuckling and hooting and guffawing. WSW, hope you're recovering from colonoscopy. I'm trying not to dread mine and looking forward to having it "behind" :rolleyes: me too. Anagram, how distressing to have "the trades" wreaking havoc on your Palace! I wish them godspeed and may they leave all in good order! I like your mantra too: I will, I must, I shall, I am. :strong: I'm not free of the impulse to yield to comfort feeding. But I've been able to remind myself of the necessity to refrain. Comfort must come from another source and I remind myself, also, that there are plenty of them that don't insulate me from life. Num-num numb. Katrina, thanks for the condolences (and thanks to any else that I've forgotten to thank -- it really does help). We're paralleling on the need to attend to mess! House is still a shambles, although DH actually put in some time on it over the weekend. Hope you got out and enjoyed some of that fabulous weather yesterday! Amarantha, thanks to you, too for the condolences. Huzzah for the passages out of money pit -- may your trip out be swift and victory decisive! Ceara, good for you, getting tulips in! I'm drawn to the bulbs in the stores but am wondering when/if I would manage to plant them. On the other hand, it would be great to have some to force indoors... K, Sweeties, I must be off. I'm going to try to take some me time throughout the day this week. Will probably make me more productive in the final analysis. Love to all, mentioned or un-. Let's make this one count! |
Fresh Start Tuesday for me this week. Have three new appliances finally installed, mess mostly taken care of.
So today I'm devoting to recovering from stress. To be another lovely day and I WILL get in a walk in the red maple treed park. WILL make it to either the new supposedly fab grocery store or at least Wal-Mart. WILL relax. WILL get ready for my trip tomorrow to Princessville. WILL smile, will eat in a more healthy mode, will refurbish healthy pantry, WILL, WILL, WILL. :kickbutt: As I type, my baby bro is in a hospital in San Diego preparing for gastric bypass. He WILL be on my mind all day. I hope he's doing the right thing. He has lost 40 pounds already in the "prep" stages for the surgery. I'm thinking "just keep on doing those things" instead. But if there's anything I know, it's just how tough that is to do. Only one person of the surviving 7 among my siblings is at a good weight - and he's just finished yet another long siege w/Nutrasystem. Whatever it is/was, nature or nurture, it's been a battle we've all shared. Currently, I am at the low size for the females though the sis whose husband has cancer was until this latest battle. Don't mean to make this a me-me, just rambling as I don't want to leave the palace...........my second home. :wave:s to all Royals as we approach the end time of this challenge. :haphal: Make it a TERRIFIC TUESDAY, folks. :belly: |
Fresh Start Tuesday it is...
Yesterday I gave in to the draw of comfort food. (Yes, this is an addiction. Nature + nurture, IMO.) I kept it to turkey-veg soup and a handful of prunes but had three big bowls of the soup, which was very close to stewlike. And the main thing is, it just didn't really comfort, only distracted for the time I was eating. And then I felt that numbness, like I'd just pushed the grief down with food. Determined to deal appropriately today.
Part of it was the old "forcing self to stay at my post at the computer." Today I'll be in and out, do my work but not spend so much time on email and puttering ineffectively around the Web. Just back from a run and a set of tai chi. Going to shower up and have a nice hot bowl of oat bran. There were a few white flakes (almost typed "white with an s inst. w flakes" :lol: ) drifting outside my window... Anagram, I've got family members fighting the same battle, too. Gosh, I'm tired of fighting! I just want to WIN. And I WILL! We WILL. Oh, the Palace is a place of sweet respite for me too! Thank goodness for the blessing of the palace and all sweet Royals who dwell within. Have fun in Princessville! Bless you all! Let's take this day and make it a good one. My mantra for the day: If hunger isn't the problem, food isn't the solution. (Thanks, Jane!) |
Yesterday was better. Didn't let self eat sitting on the couch, which is often all it takes to keep self from going back for seconds or thirds.
Lots of work to do and my mom wants to come for a visit so I'd better get to it. Walked to gym, did circuits, came home for a set of tai chi. Bah. End of month. Love to all! |
Ye are doin' a super job workin' through everything and focusin' in on the health 'n fitness management, Arabella!
Anagram! Wally World be a fun place for fitness. Huzzah on your Fresh Start Tuesday!). To all, mentioned or un ... let's make this day count! I'm personally doin' a COUNTDOWN TO U.S. THANKSGIVING WHEN I WILL BE FAB! 22 days to go! Wo! |
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