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).

Anagram! We simulposted (or I had my window open for several hours, maybe). Congrats on the WI -- you're smokin'!

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)...............

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

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