Catlover ....... just called in at your blog and tried to make a comment but I have to be a member first. It will be interesting to read about your adventures.
Patty - looking in the mirror naked ....... yes I think (for me anyway) it might just help ....... unpleasant as it is!
Gotta go get a shower and then get my mum sorted for the day.
The bright side
Look on the bright side. It won't cost you anything, and yet it will benefit you greatly.
Let your first word be a genuine smile. It will encourage others to listen to the rest of what you way.
When things go wrong, spend more time looking forward than backwards. For that is how you will find a successful way out.
When others criticize you, be truly thankful and appreciative. For you've just learned a valuable lesson.
When conditions change unexpectedly, respond with renewed energy and enthusiasm. For a whole new set of valuable opportunities has just been created.
Yes, you can live in the dark shadows of gloom and dismay, but why would you ever choose that for yourself? Choose instead to live on the bright side, and enjoy how great life can be.
Hi Chicks~~
Sorry i haven't been posting as often...my connection is just terrible, so i have not even been able to make as much use of e-diets as i'd like. But instead of journaling my foods on there, i'm keeping track w/a pen and paper at home. Keeping the meals smaller and making some good new habits. Most everyday DH and i walk about 3.5 miles total(2 sep.walks) NOw i'm adding some sit ups and such at home. I caught a cold so i am kind of down today, but i hope to walk later. It's cool and very very windy here in the valley. But the sun is shining, and the birds are singing. In fact right now a pretty male house finch is sitting on my hummingbird feeder and just singing away. The finches sing so pretty.
I did lose 5# for the month of Jan. I think today i'll try to do my measurements and compare those too. I don't have the right tape to do it, but i make do.
~~CAT~~thanks for the link to the blog. I will be checking in to hear all about your days in Mexico.
~~MOOZ~~ thanks for the link to the sit ups. I saved that one. Great the way they can show it done in motion. Hope your tooth is better now.
~~NITA~~ glad you had a good vacation. Hoping for good news from your DH's doctor soon 's sent your way.
~~1DAY~~ it is harder in our 40's to get on track and stay there. HOpe you did your treadmill last eve. I am closer to 50 than to 40 anymore, so it is very difficult. We can do this in 2005! I am really ready.
Hoping for some sunshine for you already. This winter has been dreadful all over the place!
To all the chicks~~ wishing you a fantastic Thursday. I will try to at least get my computer connection to last for a post on here. Another goal! Yikes.
We can do this thinlizzie
Mornin chickies ..... just a quick call. Not really a good week for me so far. Had an aunt died yesterday ...... my dads youngest sister. She was 78 and had had cancer for nearly 2 years now. My dad died over 11 years ago and he was the first of his family to die. There were 6 of them ..... 5 girls and my dad. Then in the past 6 monthe 3 of his sisters have died and the 2 remaining ones are the 2 oldest! This aunt, who died yesterday, had 15 children (3 sets of twins), 49 grandchildren and 1 great grandchild. There was never a dull moment in that house! It was good for her to get away as she was in a lot of pain at the end. The funeral is on Saturday.
Then this morning when I came downstairs and looked into my mums room ...... she was on the floor. She said she had thought we were out and had tried to get up and get dressed herself. Thank Goodness DH had not
gone to work and was able to help me get her up into her chair and then I eventually got her back into bed again.
Thin - sounds like you are doing well and getting into good habits. CONGRATS on the 5 pounds loss .... WELL DONE!
Have a great day all.
Room for everything
Where there is nothing, there is room for everything. When all is lost, there is no limit to what can be gained.
When little is known, there is much that can be learned. When nothing has been done, there is much that can be accomplished.
Emptiness is an opportunity to be filled. Limitation is an opportunity to grow stronger and more capable.
Where there is overwhelming despair, there is also enormous space for love to abound. Where there is darkness, there is also the potential to be filled with light.
When you are down as low as you can go, you have the opportunity to be the best that you can be. When you're surrounded by emptiness, there is unlimited space available for real fulfillment.
When the world seems dark, cold, and empty, there is plenty for which to be thankful. For you can fill it with warmth, with light, with meaning, and with life.
Mooz - I'm so sorry to hear about your aunt's passing. With 15 children and 49 grandchildren i'm sure there was never a dull moment in her house. Oh, I'm sure it was a frighting moment to see your Mom on the floor. Thank goodness she was ok. Have you all thought of maybe putting a baby monitor in her room? A friend of mine who also cares for father has put one in his room, so if he needs assistance he just calls for her and she is able to carry the other piece to the monitor from room to room.
Thin - WTG for loseing 5 lbs in the month of January. If you keep up the walking and journaling i'm sure you will see another good loss this month.
we'll i need to run, hope everyone is having a great day!
When you imagine it, it's possible. When you visualize it in every detail, it's possible.
When you expect it to happen, it's possible. When you develop a workable, realistic plan, it's possible.
When you put forth sustained, effective effort, it's possible. When you make a solid commitment, it's possible.
When you're willing to work through whatever challenges and obstacles may come your way, it's possible. When you persist through all the ups and downs while always looking forward, it's possible.
When you can learn from the mistakes and gain strength from the disappointments, it's possible. When you put your creativity, passion and enthusiasm to work, it's possible.
When you imagine and visualize, expect and plan for it, when you work and commit and persist, passionately facing every challenge, it is not merely possible. It is certain to happen.
Just to let you know I am thinking of you. I am trying to stay busy and not think about food--however, it's not working too well. I did do something positive today, I stopped by the gym and set up an appointment with a personal trainer for 7:30 on Monday morning. I also informed my DH if I connect with the trainer I might take a few private lessons. Gene's wound on his ear is hurting him but the one on his nose where they took out the stitches is doing quite good.
Mornin'Chicks~~ Today is the first day that i feel i'm getting over this head cold. It has been very nasty. Every part of my head hurt, even felt like i had toothache(in each tooth!) Must have had some pressure up in the sinus'. Last night i wasn't awake all the time blowing and snorting so i got more rest too. I keep putting vaseline on my nose so it doesn't get any redder. I don't have those lotioned tissues this time! I won't overdo it and walk hard today,but i plan to get out for a short stroll instead.
My GF back home in Michigan and i are both doing the slim fast plan right now. I found it is helpful for taking to work, and then she decided to try it again as she's lost on it B4. I am trying to give her alot of support via email and some cards and things i send her. I like the free stuff on their web site too. Not as precise as on e-diets, like you can log in your meals but have to figure your own calories etc. But the ediets is not free normally. I'm only going to use it till this big challenge is over.
Weigh in day today...i'll post again if i have any loss. You'd think so when i've been so sick and no taste buds to build up an appetite, but then i haven't been able to walk either...
~~NITA~~ sounds like you made a good move w/the personal trainer. YGG! Glad Gene's starting to do better. I'm sure any surgery on an ear would hurt more than say the nose area...so I wish him a speedy recovery on that also.
Superbowl Sunday alot of parties happening. There is one at a neighbors of his mom's but i don't know if i feel up to going. DH is at work right now, and we'll decide once he gets home.
To all the chicks~~ have a wonderful Sunday and post soon.
Thin--sorry about the cold. Glad you're feeling a little better. Don't push it, but moving a little will make you feel better.
Did well on the walking--even tho we had some cold rain today. But darned if I can handle the eating.
In regard to Mooz's Marston quote--I ordered a visualization CD (you can't get a tape, tho that would be more convenient--guess I can copy it.) I'm sure you can do the same by visualizing on your own, but it's harder to get yourself to do it.
Not a very productive weekend, but sometimes it's like that. Got some great books to take to Mexico--very excited about this approach to teaching.
Went to the funeral on Saturday but I didn't go to the mass. I didn't want to leave my mum too long after her fall on Thursday morning........or was it Friday.
I just went to the graveside for the burial. My brother said it was very emotional when the 8 daughters carried thr coffin out of the chapel and the choir sang the song "I'll take you home again Kathleen"
I'll take you home again, Kathleen
Across the ocean wild and wide
To where your heart has ever been
Since you were first my bonnie bride.
The roses all have left your cheek.
I've watched them fade away and die
Your voice is sad when e'er you speak
And tears bedim your loving eyes.
Oh! I will take you back, Kathleen
To where your heart will feel no pain
And when the fields are fresh and green
I'II take you to your home again!
I know you love me, Kathleen, dear
Your heart was ever fond and true.
I always feel when you are near
That life holds nothing, dear, but you.
The smiles that once you gave to me
I scarcely ever see them now
Though many, many times I see
A dark'ning shadow on your brow.
To that dear home beyond the sea
My Kathleen shall again return.
And when thy old friends welcome thee
Thy loving heart will cease to yearn.
Where laughs the little silver stream
Beside your mother's humble cot
And brightest rays of sunshine gleam
There all your grief will be forgot.
I got a baby monitor to put in my mums room but this morning I woke at 5 and came downstairs and she was on the floor again and couldn't get up. I don't know if something from the monitor woke me but I didn't hear a thing. It is a worry as she seems to be falling a lot now.
Had a very relaxing weekend. In fact I really didn't do much. Sunday watched the superbowl game and ate way to much. I have eaten way to much ice cream and I think i'm going to give that up for lent.
Thin - glad to hear your feeling better. Just take it easy for a few days so you don't get a relapse.
Nita - I think working with a trainer will definely get you on the right track.
Mooz - I'm sure that was scary finding her on the floor again. That is such a beautiful song you posted. I'm sure that was very emotional having her daughters carry her out.
Cat - when you mentioned the visualization, it reminded me that I have some hyponisis tapes I could listen too.
Mooz--sorry about your mom. Have you talked to the dr? I know with my DMiL they were really able to improve her mobility with a walker and some physical therapy. Or it could be some medicine she's taking makes her dizzy.
Patty--what kind of tapes have you used? Have they helped?
Sorry I haven't posted in awhile. Last week, I was so busy with work and then also going to the gym every day. Then on Thursday, I came down with bronchitis. It started on Wednesday afternoon as a sore throat and raspy voice. By Thursday afternoon, I was running a fever so I left work at noon. I was home sick on Friday too. I went to the doc on Friday and he put me on antibiotics and Prednisone to help clear out my lungs. I basically slept all weekend. I went to work yesterday, and then to the gym last night to do the training session (I'd missed Saturday's session due to being sick, so I didn't want to miss another one). Luckily, we did mostly weights, and I did okay.
We also weighed in and measured last night. This past week, even with being sick and not being able to work out for 4 days, I lost 4 lbs and 6 inches (throughout my whole body -- though I seem to be losing more on my waist and thighs). This brings my total lost since starting this challenge at the gym to 8 lbs. and 14 inches. Woooo Hoooo!!
As I said, we did a training session last night, and I have another one tomorrow night. I may go to the gym tonight to do cardio...I'm going to wait and see how my lungs feel. On Saturday, we're doing a boot camp! Yikes! Our trainer said there will be weights, abs, cardio, including jumping jacks and mountain climbers - which I don't like. There will be 4 trainers, each doing a different station, and we'll run from station to station. It'll go for about 2 hours straight. She told us that we will work very, very hard -- we will swear, scream, maybe even cry. She is a great trainer, but she is a drill sergeant.
She gave us all goals for this week. My goal is to lose 6 pounds and 8 inches. The other people's goals are equally challenging (and possibly unrealistic) too. She said anyone that meets their goal for this week doesn't have to do the second boot camp which will happen in a few weeks -- definitely good incentive. So I'm going to work out as much as my recuperating body will allow and eat right. I don't know if I'll be able to achieve my goal, but it is something to strive for, and all losses are good ones.
I hope you all are doing okay. Now that I've checked in, I'll try and catch up on all your posts.
Michelle -- great job--losing all that weight must surely be incentive for you to keep on going! I am very proud of you! When I went back to my gym Monday I asked them if they were going to do a weight challenge project and they said they are trying to put one together. I did get my 1/2 hours with a personal trainer and she was very good. I told her I only want to work on a few machines that would concentrate on the upper body and hips and legs and that is exactly what she did. I am a fool for not following through since I don't have to pay for the gym. This 1/2 hours was free, however, if I want more of her time the going rate is $49 per hr., 44 if you book 5 hours and $39 if you book 10. I thought I would try in on my own and perhaps go with 3 hours or maybe even the 5. The catch is you pay up front for whichever you choose.
After leaving the gym I went to my vision appointment which turned out to be very frustrating. I had called early in January and asked if they were still on my vision plan. Well they said they were and when I was halfway through the exam the girl came in to advise the doctor that this wasn't the plan they were on. The doctor proceeded to inform me that my $20 co-pay would only cover a prescription for glasses and not being fitted for contacts. I really became quite unglued and informed her the only reason I came was for a contact prescription. Since she really had already gone through the process she said they would forgo the vision scan I had agreed to pay $35. Instead she would that $35 and give me my contact prescription. She never did let me know how my corneas were but she did rule out cataracts, glaucoma and macular degeneration. After leaving there I really wanted to resort to food to calm me down but I opted not to ruin my good day. My husband says I get too upset about these things but nevertheless I intend to report this incident to the insurance company as well as to the Medical Board just for my own satisfaction!
Thin -- I am sorry to hear you aren't feeling well. However, you must agree the weather in Phoenix during this time of the year is quite excellent!
Well I had better get moving, I still have to work on those taxes and try and get my house in order.
Hello Ladies,
Mitchellez - Glad to hear your feeling better. The boot camp sounds like fun, yet I know it's going to be alot of hard work. 6lbs goal for this week, you better get moving! How long is this challenge? Keep up all the hard work, your doing great! How is hubby doing on this challenge?
Nita - I know that has to be frustrating dealing with your doctore and the insurance. Are you planning on hiring the trainer?
Cat - I don't know the name of the tapes, I'll look when I get home.
....... yes I think (for me anyway) it might just help 
....... unpleasant as it is!
thinlizzie
alot of parties happening. There is one at a neighbors of his mom's but i don't know if i feel up to going. DH is at work right now, and we'll decide once he gets home. 
