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anagram-glad the paint color is to your liking. :)
took a lot more effort today to eat daintily than it has in a while, but did, albeit very reluctantly, stick to my food plan. i can't believe how this summer has flown by, or the year, for that matter. it hit me when one friend who is a teacher, and another, who is in grad school, both reminded me that their school years have begun today. sometimes it really scares me how quickly time passes, and all the more reason to savor every percious moment. well, dear royals, thinking fondly of you all. take care. |
Tuesday, Tuesday
211.8. Subsiding... This is my fifth or sixth good day, so :devil: scale should be starting to back off, seeing I mean business. :dancer:
I've started a Onederland thread to help me focus on that goal and not "forget" how close it is and lose ground. This is a bit of a bumpy time for me. The tax issues plus work issues both make me feel like doing whatever I can to avoid dealing. Hah. Three guesses what I'd use as a vehicle for avoidance? :hungry: I felt yesterday like I was getting a cold, I'm sure thanks to the stress. Working on not getting it, though. I intend to look after myself very well today. I've already been working for three hours... time for my woggle! Andria, how are you doing? Remember to treat your royal self with great and gentle care. :grouphug: Anagram, what color did you go for? I'm still trying to get around to painting my bathroom ceiling and wainscoting (knotty pine right now :dz: ) and putting up one of those wallpaper trims that look like mouldings. WSW, I'm always so impressed by how you manage to hang onto your dainty portions even when it comes down to a skirmish. Kudos! :encore: This time passage phenomenon is really unsettling, I agree. And I feel like the less present I am in each day the faster it goes. So I'm consciously trying to pay attention, stop and smell the roses, gather the rosebuds... I must say, work and other commitments can really get in the way. :rolleyes: Nevertheless, we've got to fit in the stuff that makes life worthwhile. O/w, what's the point? Kaylets, how are things in your wing of the Palace? Hope DS stress is abating. Missing those T + Q oD... Kat, what's your departure date? 21st? Yikes! Have a fantastic trip! K, :queen:lies, I must :running: and :yoga: Let's make this a good one! |
arabella-i saw your onederland thread too. i am too far away from that at this time to even qualify, methinks, but i did get inspired looking at that thread. see, all your hard work is paying off, and scale will keep moving ever downward.
so true about staying present in the day/moment as way of helping to not feel as though time is flying by (well, too swiftly, anyway.) hope you were able to ward off that cold. hope tax and work issues improve a.s.a.p! still haven't been able to get out in past few days. hoping to tomorrow, though. ms technical difficulties more magnifiied when have cold, etc., but i just know i will be able to get out among 'em tomorrow. the more i get stuck inside, the more challenging it is to stay focused on food plan, but this is the time when i need to stand firm, and i will continue to do so, she said defiantly. :) speaking of staying strong, i need to finish up some exercising for today, so i will get to it. greetings to all in the royal palace. |
Lovely, coolish fall morning. Good. Don't want miserable weather for funeral today.
I admire all of you who are able to stay focussed. I'm okay during day but doing a lot of mindless evening stuff. Yes, each evening I think "wow, another day gone" and usually don't feel there's enough to show for it though I think I'm go-going all day. Today I won't be. I'm going to polish dust off some woodwork, read two reports and go to the funeral. That's it. Anything else will be BONUS and completely unplanned. The tax issue would have me really upset, Wood Nymph. Really. I was hit with an unexpected tax bill two years ago and just about took off into outer space. Fortunately, mine turned out to be relatively easily resolved in my favor but until it was.......................YIKES! Hugs and prayers for you, andria, in this tough time. Bon Voyage, kat - Kiss the Blarney stone for me! (Err, maybe not - I've heard some nasty stories re that but only AFTER I'd done the deed.) So, it's time for breakfast and my tea is calling.........and I must yet check out the Onderland site. |
Humpedy-do-da. (Doesn't quite have the same ring.)
213. Still, not doing badly here at all. It will all go away again. Have to say, though, that I'm thinking of doing something SBish -- sugar busters, South Beach. Both work for me. I feel so much better when I focus on low-GI and don't overdo carbs. Not to mention the fact that I lose weight. :rolleyes:
I just got back from walking DH back to work and thence around the harbour. Very fallish here today -- cool, grey and blustery. I want some summer! I think it's supposed to warm up the next few days... :crossed: Feeling a bit under the weather, I'm sure as a result of tax and job stress. I suspect that the tax situation is only going to be resolved by me paying the full amount but there's still some faint hope that they've made a mistake. In either case, I'll get it out of the way and get on with life. Anagram, hope the funeral is okay and the rest of your day pleasant. What kind of reports are you reading? WSW, it hasn't really turned into a cold, just a motley collection of symptoms and not feeling really well. Bah! K, :queen:ies ... I'd best get some work done. Started at 6 this a.m. so I'm hoping to be able to sneak away earlier than usual. Yesterday was pretty much from 6 a.m. to 8 p.m. Let's take this day and make it work for us! |
there is definitely no fall weather here. it is the usual hot and humid weather that easily continues through october. i hadn't been out in a few days+, and when i got out this afternoon to do some errands, i was almost surprised (duh!) when it felt so steamy and hot, hot, hot to me, after being in a/c for severaldays non-stop without having to brave the elements. of course, even with this heat, i would much rather have to deal with this than ice in winter, so i am not complaining at all. :)
sorry you're still not feeling tip-top, arabella. anagram-hope it went ok(as possible, anyway) at the funeral today, and that the weather cooperated. a friend who lives in ca emailed me some pix of his adorable little boys today. i always get such a kick out of that. they are growing so fast. gee, i can only imagine if i think that, time must go by like lightening for him, as a parent. well, i was very grateful to be able to get out among 'em today, even if only to take care of some much needed errands. i have more on my list for tomorrow, also, and hopefully the novelty won't wear off by then. i am committing to staying op for dinner, and not overeating, which at this moment is sounding a bit too good to me. ok, need to make some phone calls. take care, one and all. |
Hello my friends.....
Dh's blood sugar continues to be erratic although he is seeimg some improvement. Thanks for your thoughts, it really does make a difference. Rumors continue on job front...but from what I'm readiing, anyone in any kind of banking, mortgage, insurance, etc, etc, is looking over their shoulder. I even saw a press release that one of those big, big outfits ( that we all thought had deep, deep pockets) was on a hiring freeze until further notice. So I've stated putting out feelers, sorting through all my personal stuff on my desk( how did I wind up with so many sweaters, jackets, etc) so I at least know I am neat and tidy in that regard. ANd yes, I too am handling all this in my favorite choice.....Not so bad input but the cravings are intense. Hopefully, the weather will be good later this afternoon and DH and I can go bicycling... good for so many things Anagram... I didnt read all the posts but saw mention of a funeral...I am so sorry to hear. My thoughts are with you. And to the rest of my royal friends, I sorry I have to whine and run but its the truth at least. .....I am trying to be more proactive and worry less but this time around seems worse than the last.......... Here's the thought of the day: *************** Though of the day: "The best years of your life are the ones in which you decide your problems are your own. You do not blame them on your mother, the ecology, or the president. You realize that you control your own destiny." - Albert Ellis Question of the day: "Do you know how to fire a gun?" *********** :hug: |
One more sleep till Friday...
212.4. Next week, I'm hitting the beach. :yes: I've been doing well but not seeing those pounds falling off. And they pile on so easily!
Work a little better today. I got early morning stuff prepared ahead of time so it won't be like yesterday, when I was desperately trying to get things online until about 10. Also, the sun is out today! I'm going to go for my woggle and then get spruced up. Meeting DH at the bank at 11 to discuss renegotiation of mortgage. Despite all financial reversals, we've been making progress and should have it paid off in another 5 years, all things being equal. Earlier if they're better than equal, which is my hope. ;) Still feeling less than 100% but good enough to enjoy the day. So that's the plan. Kaylets, ToD is such an important concept. As long as we blame anyone else for our issues, we're stuck, I think. Got to face up to our own responsibility for looking after things to make any progress. QoD: :lol: Can just barely picture it, but the image strikes me as hilarious. I'm trying out Annie Oakley sharpshooter type images, slinky cool spy-type images, riding down dirt roads shooting out the window and yelling YAHOOO!!! type images. Um, nope, I don't know how to fire a gun. Probably a good thing. WSW, some days are like that, aren't they -- you just have "that feeling" from the get-go that although you're in control at the moment you'd just love to cut loose a little. Which, you know, is not such a bad thing to do once in a while. As long as the occasional doesn't turn into habitual, which is my problem sometimes. K, :queen:ies -- Let's hit it! :carrot: :carrot: :carrot: |
Wow, I have missed so much...believe me, it was not for lack of trying! I've been staying over at work pretty much every day the last week and a half, came home exhausted, had some dental issues that needed to be resolved pre-trip, not to mention trying to prepare for the trip...WHICH STARTS TODAY! We're leaving for the airport around 4pm, flight isn't til 9ish, but we'll be heading straight into rush hour traffic on our way to JFK.
I'm so sorry to hear about your Mom, andria... sound like you've made the best choice, given what she's been through and what she faces. I wish I could give you a 'real life' big hug and tell you it's going to be okay. Hang in there, my friend. There's so much I need to catch up on, I can't even begin to do individual replies. I still have to get in the shower! DH is bringing his laptop, (cuz he loves having too much stuff to lug around) so I might be able to sneak a post in from across the pond! If not, I'll "see" you all when I get back! :wave: PS... no, I am no where NEAR my goal! The Run for the Shamrocks kind of... um...ran away from me! More like I from it! Hovering at 268 still, so maybe with all the hiking and biking and touring I plan on doing and the lack of good food (from what I'm told!) I might survive this trip with a bit of a loss after all! Take care all... |
That lack of good food is a vicious rumor, kat. LOVED the salmon. It's not fancy food but the quality of it all was great when I was there. Be sure to include food data in your report. Have a great one - though I know you're there already!
wsw, I too am glad you're able to get out and about. Pace, pace, pace. andria, warm thoughts beaming out to you at this difficult time. Sorry to hear dh's sugar erratic again. Always difficult. And the job uncertainty adds so much tension. Yes, I know "our best friend" in these moments too well. The funeral was of a neighbor whom I had taken to ER last Friday and was with when she died (her son had just gotten there too - one of those "I think she was waiting for him" things). With you again, Wood Nymph. Had an overnight increase of almost four pounds. While I know it will go down, sometimes these increases stay with me a long time and I always feel so puffy. Glad your weather has improved. Ours has been incredible. Very fall like mornings, warm (and starting to get too warm) afternoons. Nope, don't know how to fire a gun. Would probably shoot myself in the foot which I always try to avoid doing in any circumstance. Funeral was ok - lots of neighbors there. Estranged son was there and I was glad for his brother's sake. They've been working together on stuff, I think. They buried her next to her first husband, their father. Best for them, I think. And I don't think she'd mind a bit. She'd been having some regrets, I think, about that divorce (and maybe the twists and turns her life took) in the last couple of years. Many wanted to know details of last day, etc. as it was such a shock. Also gave me chance to clear up any misconceptions (was it a heart attack, etc?). I'm still picking up mail but that won't last much longer and then it will be more or less over. Hard to believe it's only a week ago - a very disconcerting week. But there is good news, sort of. If they can find the car I want, I'll be getting a new car by next week. If they can't, well there's nothing wrong with my old one. And I can try again in a few months or whenever. I'm just being good to me ;) and hearing DH in my ear saying "go for it". Good to still be able to blame him for some things. Starving so I'm off for tea and brekkie and then, hopefully, a MAH-VELOUS day. Wishing you all the same. |
Tgif!
211.6.
This week has been a week and a half, so I am not sorry to see the end of it. We're supposed to have summer-like weather on the weekend so I'm going to try to talk DH into going to the beach. He always says there's too much to get done around the house but... you know, summer -- and life -- can pass us right by. I feel like a grasshopper married to an ant. Not to mention working as one. Had a nice visit with DGS last night. When his mom dropped him off she was telling us that she was going to put him in cub scouts and tae kwan do, both of which would be fantastic for him. He's got a lot of energy and needs to channel it. The more sports the better, I think. He's a natural gymnast and would always rather run than walk. Kat, glad you got a chance to stop by before you left. Sending you bon voyage wishes and hope your trip is a blast. A restful blast. Anagram, glad DH can still be a bad influence ;) K, I'm going to see what I can get done this aft to make my weekend nicer. Happy Friday, all! |
Saturday in the Palace
214. Yes, 214. Some combination of whatever little bug I've got going and the 4 pieces of sugar-free chocolate-peanut butter fudge I ate yesterday. Which I also blame on the bug -- and work, which prevented me from either escaping out into the sunshine or going back to bed. :rolleyes: Nevertheless, must get a grip.
Gorgeous day here -- I've got sheets in the wash to go out on the line and am preparing (Read: :cof2: ) to go out for my woggle. If I'm up to it this afternoon I'm going to head to the beach, even if DH won't come with me. Hope all :queen:ies have a splendid Saturday! |
Hope you make the beach, Arabella. sounds good to me. I'm having trouble getting my RB (Royal Behind) in gear today so am going to go to the patio for a while and enjoy the beautiful morning by communing with nature a little bit.
Mr. Scale said 208 this a.m. which made me happy - I've been all over the place this week while trying to be much better about choices. We'll see. I could really beat me up for my behavior during a few of those late winter months. Instead I'll be kind to me - I'm getting much better at that part, if nothing else. :belly: :belly: :belly: :belly: :belly: :belly: :belly: :belly: |
Beach day
212.2. South Beach will do it for me, I know. It always works, always makes me feel good. Once a queen has gotten her head around not eating bread and baked goods in any case, letting potatoes, rice and pasta go for a couple of weeks is not such a big deal. (HELLO LENTILS! And of course, our stalwart friend the chickpea.)
Full-bore start is tomorrow but I've begun easing into it. Having Mexican-spiced lentil semi-mash with salsa and avocado and poached eggs on top for brekkies. Sort of an SB version of huevos rancheros. I've come across some great-sounding SB recipes. Getting excited about this whole thing again! It's another beautiful day. I slept close to nine hours last night and feel better for it. DH and I walked five miles and I've done a set of tai chi. I've extracted a solemn promise from him that we'll go to the beach today... and if he renegs I will go by myself -- with no assurances about what time I'll come back, dinner bedanged. :s: Anagram, I'll be excited to get back down to that territory again, too. Soon, soon. And then we'll go lower. Onward and downward, as our old friend Amarantha used to say. Speaking of whom... I took a look for the Empress and goddess-training-Eydie the other day and spotted them in yon realm. It appears that The Empress is weighing in around 126 these days, shooting for 120. And Eydie is achieving her dream of becoming a fitness coach. She just had three requests to teach classes in one day, I think. Marvelous success. :) I really did just lurk and didn't pop in to say hello yet, although I'll probably do that. I miss all our :queen:lies that have passed through the palace and moved on. DH just about has breakfast ready, so away I must. Hello to all queenies, sending good thoughts your way. Let's take this day that we've been given and celebrate! |
A day at the beach is a most fitting way to begin the South Beach regimen, methinks. Hope DH accompanies your Regal Highness and that you both have a truly splendiferous time - and yes, dinner be danged.
Wonder often re the two Wandering Royals you mentioned. Wonderful news re the Empress' number. And Eydie's stepping out of the box and becoming a fitness coach. Can't think of a more knowledgeable one than she and/or the Empress would make. Through another gift from Mr. Scale, I was at 206.4 today and in total shock. It won't last with the upsies/downsies but I was glad to see it in any event as a downward trend sure beats the opposite. Nothing much on tap today. Daubed paint on a few spots I was not happy with and am thinking of moving my plants inside a little early to see what total effect will be. I really was off my game yesterday in a strange way but I too had a good night's sleep (though not as wonderful as yours, Arabella - that should do wonders for you) and feel better today. I do have a little inspirational story I'd like to share. Yesterday a neighbor called whom I've known of but never really spoken to. She has been for many years a fitness advocate and power-walked miles every day. She told me she is 83 years old now - yes, 83 - and still walks her six miles a day at 5:00 a.m. but now she does it with a CANE. I am just so amazed that she hasn't cut back the distance or anything and, yes, I'm amazed that at 83 she can walk that far even with a cane. Wow! :flow2: :flow2: :belly: :flow2: :flow2: |
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