Week Two Results

I had my second weigh in at WW on Wed. night. I was a little surprised but delighted - I had lost 2 more lbs! That's a total of 5 lbs 4 oz!! I didn't drink as much water or get all my dairy in this past week, so I was afraid I hadn't lost any. I was trying to prepare myself for the worst so I wouldn't get discouraged, but thankfully was surprised. I've increased my activity some and if I can stay on task (boy, that sounded like school) this week should be good too. Hope so. I hope Kelly & Cathy had a good week too. Rhonda, hope you enjoyed the cruise! Good luck to everyone for the coming week!

Week One Results

I'm so excited- I lost 3.4 lbs this week!!! Thanks for everyone's encouragement! I was a bit anxious about weighing in. I felt like I had done well, but was scared that I hadn't and that I would give up if all that had been for nothing. So far it hasn't been as hard as I thought it would be. Maybe it's just because I've really made up my mind that I have to do it this time. I think the fact that WW focuses on the positive not the negative aspects is a major benefit. There's not a "Do Not Eat List" (that just makes you want something more) since it's not "a diet", but a healthy eating lifestyle. I know most of my problem has always been portion control (or lack thereof)!!! I'm a country girl and love that country cooking, and eating all you want! I did splurge a little last night after the meeting -a little bit of home fried chicken (no skin) and potato salad. It was heavenly! I worked it off today at school though-dusting shelves and washing the windows from my office into the library and into the hallway, and the windows on the doors. I think I've got spring fever and ready for spring cleaning.

Day One Down!

YEAH! I made it through the first day on Weight Watchers!! It wasn't so bad and not as hard as I thought. I just haven't had a chance to get to the store to stock up-so had to make due today. I was proud of myself when we had an ice cream party for our students who met their Accelerated Reader goal for the 6 wks, the only ice cream I ate was a smidgen left on the scoop when we finished. It helped that my friend did all the scooping this time, while I was busy calling the students, etc. Thanks for all the encouragement!

P.S. To update everyone on my cousin's husband, John who broke his arm last week-it was worse than doctors thought. His elbow was shattered, they were to do surgery Wed. and they found another fracture! He is in traction and has to have some radiation on it-something to do with the bone fragments! They really appreciate all prayers!

Joining the Fight!

Well, I took the plunge tonight to formally join the fight against FAT! I joined Weight Watchers too. Kelly, Cathy & Rhonda have been so inspiring, so I'm gonna try. I've been thinking about it, checking out the website, even bought a WW cookbook over the last year, but just kept putting it off (and putting the lbs on). Now I'll be accountable-to WW and to you blogging friends-not just to myself. I'm really pretty excited about it. I'll keep you posted.

Feeling My Age

Old age & arthritis are the pits! It's so frustrating that a simple out-of-the- ordinary activity can come back to bite you. I'm "feeling the pain" this evening after playing with my nephew, Corey this afternoon. We started playing badminton, but the wind blew the birdie too much, so we changed to tennis rackets & a tennis ball. His mom, Shari joined in too. We hit the ball some, chased it alot, but mostly laughed!! We had a great time. I knew I'd be stiff & a little sore in the morning, but my shoulder is already hurting some. (And I was thinking this afternoon that maybe Corey & I could really play tennis this summer). It was totally worth it to spend some quality time making memories with Corey though. I feel sorry for him sometimes that all his adults are falling to pieces, and just can't do some things he'd like for us too. I wish I had the energy I had at eight years old, even 1/2 of it! My mind just can't get my body to cooperate. That tree Corey climbed later was pulling at my inner child to climb it, but there's just way too much to lift to a branch these days! Besides, Shari was running around with the ever present camera!

All Quiet on the Homefront

Everything is pretty routine around here, which is a blessing! I have been concerned the last week or so for several of my family and friends who have not been so blessed. Two dear friends, Susan & Sue, each lost a parent last week, one her father, and one her mother. I know without a doubt that both are comforted by their faith, but my heart is still heavy for them. My cousin Alisa's oldest son Taylor, a special needs child, had surgery on Jan. 20 to remove steel plates from his thighs, he was progressing well. Then a little over a week later, he took a tumble from his wheelchair outside and had surgery Feb. 2 to repair a broken femur. He's feeling much better and as happy as always, but in a body cast for several weeks. Last night Taylor's dad broke his arm and was supposed to have surgery today. I haven't heard an update on him yet. Alisa has 3 other young boys besides Taylor to keep up with. She's an amazing lady and mom, but is feeling overwhelmed. Fortunately her Mom and brother live nearby and can help out. Some good news, another cousin, Brandi is a new mom to a baby boy! They had quite a surprise since they were expecting a girl!! My friend Crystal passed her State Boards and is an LPN now! Especially amazing that she did so well, since the gentleman I mentioned earlier that passed away was her grandfather. My sister-in-law Shari is still praying for the right job to come available. Please join me in remembering all these precious folks in your prayers. While it seems so simple, and we often want a more tangible way to help, prayer is the most powerful way we can help anyone.
Hope everyone has a great Friday and wonderful weekend!

Winter blahs...snow cure?

Like several other blogger friends, I was MIA this week too. Nothing much was happening. Just sort of BLAH. I spent SEVERAL hours last Sun., Mon, & Tues. reading other blogs, chatting with my cousins on Facebook, but not really in the mood to blog myself. The long weekend was great, but our miniscule snow event was a bummer, I think my energy must have melted with the snow. Like many of you, I was so excited over the prospect of a decent snow. Maybe February will bring some!

Kelly, Cathy and Rhonda, you have been inspiring the last few weeks, even if you've had some rough patches. Keep it up! I have decided to cut out so many Diet Dr. Peppers. I'm down to only one most days, some days only 1/2 and 2 days-none! I had been drinking at least 3-4 most days.

Shari- hang in there Sis! You're going to find the perfect job, and you are not a failure at anything!! You so precious to me and so many others.I know it can be discouraging, and sometimes the paths we travel are winding and rocky-sometimes by our choices, sometimes guided by God to get us where we need to be. Just pray, try to be patient and follow His directions to what He has in store for you. Many of your friends are praying for you too. The answer will come!

It's a new week: with new opportunities & challenges, new chances to make someone's day! So, let's all pick ourselves up by the bootstraps and face it head-on with a smile! (Hope I can live up to this until 3:00 tomorrow!)