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Yikes - 205.8 this morning. How encouraging (even if I don't quite believe it).
A great day for good news! Dear friend and neighbor got his kidney transplant yesterday and I'm floating on air over that. It's been a long wait (and it is his second so it's been an even longer battle). |
Beach report
211.4.
We made it to the beach yesterday and I stayed in the water for so long I was starting to get pruny. The water was a little on the refreshing side but totally viable. Doesn't look like much more beach weather this week but maybe next. You never know! Didn't sleep very well last night. I worked before I went to bed and that often causes me problems. Speaking of work... ugh. I was stressed out within 10 minutes of starting work this morning. Now I've been at it for just about six hours and I begin to understand how work is affecting my life (that is, sapping the life out of me). Nevertheless, on we go. South Beach has begun and some weight loss will cheer me up. And I've got a scheme going to help me make work more livable, involving closing out my email program except for a few times through the day, closing down instant messaging. Anagram, your neighbour's walking really is inspiring. Six miles with a cane is amazing. Makes me want to get myself up to peak condition and then just keep doing everything. I guess that's the plan! K, the most frantic part of the day is over. Will try to get some stuff caught up this afternoon, go for that walk that I didn't manage to get out for yet. Onward! |
Anagram! We simulposted (or I had my window open for several hours, maybe). Congrats on the WI -- you're smokin'!
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anagram-way to go--- you are sailing on down to onederland! that is wonderful that your neighbor friend received his kidney transplant yesterday.
arabella-glad to hear you and dh got to the beach yesterday. i love the beach too. sounds like a smart scheme you have to make work less stressful. glad to hear amarantha and eydie are doing well. i think of them often. i was thinking about you today, arabella, when you said you didn't sleep well last night. you know i sympathize(!), since i often have trouble sleeping, as i did last night too. i remembered learning about some meditation cd's from you a long while back, and i listened to one today, which i had not done in all too long a time. it really helped, and i will make more of an effort to keep up with this consistenly again. kaylets- hope dh's blood sugar becomes less eratic and continues to show increasing improvement. sounds smart to be putting out feelers on job market, what with rumors continuing on job front. with all that stress, no wonder cravings have been intense at times. sending very calming and positive thoughts your way. andria-sending you lots of hugs and good thoughts at this challenging time. kat-i hope you are having a grand time on your trip! :) will look forward to hearing about your vacation. ceara-royal greetings. hope life is going well in your neck of the woods. starting tomorrow and for the remainder of the week, i have quite a few appointments, so today did some of my chores around the house, including some paperwork, which i never seem to enjoy. after i got my least favorite things done, i looked at some old pictures, which i did enjoy. i also got pretty productive, and organized some shelves and cupboards which had needed it. i don't why, but i always feel good about being more organized. maybe it is just because i can find things easier, but it also makes me weed out the unecessary, and in my small space, that is pretty important. well, i seem to be on a baby plateau, and am hoping that it will break soon. i am standing firm with dainty and healthy portions--yes, i am! a royal good evening to all our palace dwellers. take care, everyone. |
Thank you all. I've been sneaking in to the palace for quick reads, but there has been so little time or energy for posting between family matters and getting ready for school.
Mom did wait until my brother got back from China. They spent time together Sunday morning, and she passed away last night. I wasn't able to be there physically, but my siblings had me there on cell phone the entire time. It helped a lot, but I think I'll always somewhat regret my choice to be here with my own family. I just feel kind of distanced and lost right now, while they seem to have a sense of purpose. Today was my first day at school. The students were great, and I can see us having a lot of fun together this year. They even sounded interested in some of the projects I have planned. Food has been good, if a bit scarce. I've been too distracted to remember to eat a lot of the time. I'm trying to pay more attention to taking care of myself because it is going to be necessary. The school day is long and really exhausting! We'll be flying out Thursday for the funeral. I'll try to make it back before then, but please understand if I don't. Andria |
Oh, Andria, my deepest condolences! Of course, you feel lost and isolated but going for the funeral will help. And remember, you were just out there when you could have somewhat better time.
And it will be hard enough to be away the first week of school much less the first day! Hugs to you - you'll be getting good vibes from the palace. And yes, for many reasons, take care of yourself. 206 this morning. I'm still a happy camper. Expected a 208 or so - and even that would have been ok. Beautiful weather here so I'm going out in it for a bit. Haven't heard that they've found the car I asked for yet so I'm suspecting I won't be getting a new one right now as I won't be buying one once the $500 rebate is gone (unless they come out with a $1000 one ;) - was just being nice to me. They may still come through but I'm "adjusting" just in case. Glad you got to beach, Arabella. Hope you make it a few more times. And, wsw, you are reminding me of the many places that need organizing here. I think later today I'll do a shelf or two in the garage as trash pickup is tomorrow. Kitchen and bathroom shelves in MUCH need. I must remind me constantly that I can do one at a time and it will get done just as well (or better) than if I make a PROJECT of it. So on with the day (and the week)............... :flow1: :belly: :flow1: :belly: :flow1: |
Sending thoughts and prayers
Andria, thanks so much for letting us know! Remember we're all with you and thinking of you now. :grouphug: I'm glad your mom didn't linger, and that you got the chance to see her before she went. Remember to be gentle to yourself now. I know it will be hard with school started but try to take a little time when you can.
213.2 this morning. Salt, I'm thinking. Gosh, sooner or later it's got to go. Right? And do you know who I take the matter up with if it doesn't? Anagram, I'm so with you on that "project" thing -- actually keeps me from starting. Instead of taking a few minutes here and there and restoring order a bit at a time. I ask you: Does this clutter make my butt look big? I'm afraid the answer is "Yup." WSW, we were in sync last night. I was ready to throw in the towel and have a drink but decided to meditate instead. And slept like a baby... :queen:lies, let's take this day that we've been given and make the most of it. |
I am so overwhelmed! School and paperwork and forms to turn in and forms to fill out and and and... That isn't counting stuff I'm trying to wrap my head around with mom and funeral and flying out. I woke up at 3:30 this morning because I realized I couldn't sleep anymore from thinking about everything that actually does have to be done today. My siblings are trying to put extra pressure on to help them out with funeral service planning, but I had to draw a line. They are still pushing for me to write the obituary, but I finally got them to understand (I think) that I can't write it myself. Each one of us had a different relationship with our mother, and we all need to express that side of her that we know.
Anyhow, I had to come somewhere to let out a little scream before I go back to trying to finish my lessons for today and then get back to figuring out what the heck to have the substitute do with my classes. The only thing behaving nicely at this point in time is the scale. 301 this morning. I will count it if it is still there when I return from Utah. By the way, I am reading and thinking of all of you. I'll get off this mememe kick after I get back. Promise! *HUGS* Andria |
Wednesday
211.2. So. Down 2 from yesterday (bounce bounce) but still up 4 from ticker. Gosh, I remember when the number started heading back up from 207 and I laughed, ha ha ha, at those temporary fluffies. Who is laughing now? :dance:
Nevertheless, perseverence will pay off. Completed two days of SB. Fought impulse towards a glass of wine again last night. The true test might be the weekend. Andria, if ever there was a time for mememe, it's now. You're under so much pressure, I can just barely imagine. Usually when there's a death in the family, work just goes on hold. Starting a new job at the same time? Wow. But how wonderful to be at the big milestone! You'll probably just slip on under and keep going. Not the way it usually goes but so much the better way. I remember when my dad died, a cousin who was there to drop off food said that she'd learned when her FIL died that "You can always eat" and that it had been such a comfort to her. But she had gained a LOT of weight, had never been heavy and now was. And it sure doesn't help in the long run. Honey, keeping you in my thoughts and prayers. :hug: It's a beautiful day out there and I am looking forward to a four-day weekend. I shall let nothing stand in my way! Let's get out there and make this day work for us. |
Omigosh, andria, of course, this is a mememe time! Yes, most people at a time like this would have coworkers stepping in to cover, support, and you're just TOO new at this job. Fate has not been kind.
Well, Arabella, I ate out last night and the food was just exuding salt. Good otherwise and I realize my tastebuds are too keen on the tasting salt side. But I don't think I'm going to weigh in today. Yes, I laughed and scoffed at those "temporary" fluffies too. I'm afraid they've had the last laugh. Glad SB is going well. I'm not as good at meditating either as I used to be. But I do take my time on the PoP&C every day. Several times sometimes. And it was especially boo-ful again this coolish a.m. Maybe I'll try a park walk today. been ignoring that in the heat but will pick it up come the fall color time. Tai chi'd Monday, Fitness Centered yesterday. Feeling almost bouncy right now. Threw away a couple of little things in garage. Packed up a few more of DSs childhood things he can't part with (and DH's old softball glove for him), cleaned off an 8 foot shelf. Am going out (once I don oldest clothes) and sort out paints. Looks better already ;) So - up I get from the computer. It too needs so much cleanup - the story of my life - and yet, compared to last year -----------------dining room is so much neater. LR, kitchen, hall/foyer painted - so there has been some progress. We must always look at the good things too..................... Cheerios - no, not breakfast (mine was Slimfast to help counteract salt). I'm feeling a mite Brit this a.m. for some reason. WONDERFUL WEIGHTDOWN WEDNESDAY |
Thursday, which is de facto Friday this week
210.6. SB going well.
I'm going to stay at a cottage with my mom and one of my sisters tonight. Sis said yesterday what a lovely indulgent time they're having so I'm going to have my guard up. It'll help me keep my head on straight for the weekend ;) I got the tax issue settled yesterday. It turned out that I hadn't made an error (other than filing late and not having put enough into installments in the first place). They had taken money out of the account I paid it into and moved it to installments for this year. So I ended up owing under $2 thousand, instead of almost $4 thousand. This is good. I must say, DH was very good about the whole thing, didn't freak out on me, stayed calm. This is good, too. :) Four day weekend coming up. Do I need it! Andria :hug: I'll be thinking of you. I hope your trip is good and that all goes well. Anagram, that's the attitude -- progress, not perfection! I'm becoming increasingly aware that perfectionism is behind ... well, behind me sitting on mine a lot of the time instead of taking action. I get overwhelmed by the big picture and do nothing instead of a little bit. Yesterday I found myself attacking little areas of clutter or grime that I found myself in contact with. If I can just continue, my house will eventually be clean. I'd best put on my boogie shoes and get out there and woggle. (Quite an image, eh wot?) Love to all :queen:lies |
andria, dear - please accept my heartfelt condolences for the loss of your mom. this sure is the time and the place for me me posting here. we are all sending you lots of love and hugs. with the start of school and all that work and preparation, and having to deal with such a huge loss, and now traveling for the funeral, no wonder you couldn't sleep. please be very sweet and gentle with yourself. we are all here for you.
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arabella-glad to hear tax issue has been settled, and that it turned out better than originally was thought. tax issues are soooo stressful. must be a load off your mind at the start of your holiday weekend. good too that dh took it all in stride.
glad to hear that sb is going well, and that scale is moving downward for you. anagram- kudos on all that tai chi, fitness center exercising, and all the cleaning out, packing up of things--impressive. i am trying to keep up with doing a bit at a time of more projects around the house too. in my case, it is a verrrry little bit at a time, but it does add up to getting things done, and that always feels good. good thoughts your way, andria. hi kaylets, kat, and ceara! have a kidney infection so not feeling too hot, but got all my appointments out of the way this past week, which was good. scale seems to be a bit stuck, but remaining on food plan, and know it will go down. have been watching some of the tennis open. i used to keep up with it a lot more, i realize, because so many players i don't know about. way, way back in my youth, i used to love to play tennis. ok, well, i am sleepy now, and am going to crawl in to bed. thinking of you all, royals. take care. |
How in the heck do you fall off a beach?
212.6. Easy as falling off a log, apparently. Not that I did anything catastrophic but ... yeah, off the beach again. Totally frazzled at the end of the day on Thursday, things not going my way and when I headed out to the cottage I picked up a nice cold bottle of white wine. Had a few glasses and then two tiny pieces of chocolate. More frazzlement the next day packing up the cottage to head home and unpacking it into my mon's house, taking her for groceries and... when I put her groceries away I ate two pieces of PB choc. fudge in her fridge. Then for dinner I had a few oven-baked sweet potato fries. So definitely not on the beach. I did, however, get an extra 3.5 thousand steps.
Aaaaaaanyway... I crumbled under pressure. And I'm not sure whether I'll start SB again today or tomorrow, but definitely no sugar. Nuh-uh. The cottage was not quite what the doctor ordered. The only access to the bathroom was through my bedroom, my mom needed a light on to guide her there and the alarm clock was accidentally set to go off at 6 so I didn't get the greatest sleep. And when I arrived in frazzled state, they were in the main house having dinner with my sister's friends (who they were renting the cottage from). I'd been counting on a relaxing evening with my mom and my sister. Later we all had a game of Balderdash, though and that was fun. I feel like these things are so petty but I found myself thinking I would have been better off staying home. I did have a nice visit with my mom in the morning, though, and that's worth a lot. Sorry to go on so much about my little trials. Silly! I need to be better at adjusting my attitude. WSW, sorry about that kidney infection! Take good care of yourself! Hope it clears up soon :hug: K, 'tis Saturday of the long weekend so I shall rejoice! :cb: :cb: DH and I are going to hunt for a new chair for the livingroom, our indulgence from his mom's estate (most of which, sensibly, went to paying on the mortgage). He asked me what I wanted and I said I want something either big enough to curl up in or that has an ottoman. He likes very solid furniture, so I feel like we don't have a single spot to sit in our house that I would really classify as comfortable. He's not a curler-upper but I feel like everything we've got (all 20+ years, old, as well) suits him so we should be able to have one chair that suits me. :queen: Hello to all Queenies, in the Palace or on walkabout! :wave: Let's make this day work for us! |
arabella-sorry to hear time on way to, and at cottage was frazzling, instead of relaxing. nice that you had a good visit with your mom, at least. hope you and dh find a snuggly, comfortable chair for your living room. spots for curling up are very important. i have a regular size couch and love seat that are very good for curling up, and though they are old, they are still very comfy and inviting.
having to take it easy today physically, but i did get out this morning for a little bit, and was glad that i could. my friend is back in town from nairobi. he is tired from the plane trips home, but is safe and sound at home getting some rest today. he emailed pictures of some elelphants, including an adorable baby elephant, which he saw last weekend at one of the national parks in kenya. i just loved hearing about, and seeing all the pictures of the countryside and wildlife in kenya. i would have loved to have traveled a lot internationally, and can completely understand why he enjoys it so much. another good friend of mine was in a car accident on monday. fortunately, he was not hurt, but i know how scary it is, and i am so grateful he is ok! i had a couple of moral victories this past week, which i felt good about. i took care of some yucky paperwork, and was assertive about not getting roped in to doing something i did not want to do. the latter especially makes me laugh at myself, because i am 55 years old, and still have trouble saying no at times, but i am a work in progress, and was proud of myself regarding how well i handled what could have been a sticky situation and to my detriment had i not been assertive. greetings from my wing of the palace to all our dear royals. take care, everyone. |
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