Tamira

Since I am back on track, I had a very good weigh in.  Nothing to report to Mary’s challenge yet, but I am 2 lbs away from my pre weight.  Once I lose 3lbs, I can finally post my weight ticker up on the forum pages without feeling like a fraud!   So, hopefully, I can still lose the 20lbs I committed to for the Memorial Day challenge.  According to the calendar, I have plenty of time to do it, losing 1.5lbs a week.  I just have to stay focused and committed (and exercise). 

Other than that, all is well.  I’ve spent the last two weekends trying to find the perfect items for goodie bags for my daughter’s birthday parties.  I don’t give out candy and she’s very particular about the toys items.  We have been to at least 4 different party stores, 2 dollar stores and a craft.  I’ll be glad when birthday parties are her and a few friends going to the movies and calling it day.  As it stands, there is the cupcake shindig at her school on Friday, the Family event on Saturday and the Friends party on Sunday.  Thank Goodness I only have one child!

Well, buddies…

I’ve gotten my eating back on track and I’ve exercised twice since my last blog.  I know that isn’t much for some of you, but it’s climbing Mt. Everest for me.  And of course, since my daughter is starting to enjoy her new found wealth, I need to step it up a notch.  I did modify the deal to 3x a week instead of every day, because I need to have a more realistic goal for myself.  Going from couch potato to every day was setting myself up for failure.  One thing I have learned over this past year is small goals are key.  It is SO much easier to lose 10 lbs every few months than 100lbs overall.  The big picture can be overwhelming for some and I am one of those people.  The key to my “success” has been learning me and not jumping on everyone else’s bus.  It took me a while to learn that, but now that I know I KNOW!

I saw this quote a few minutes ago and wanted to share it with everyone.  It gave me a little extra pep this morning and I hope it will do the same for you!

“A setback is a setup for a comeback”

And I am most defintely BACK! 

Well, I left work on Monday and my daughter was complaining of her her throat being sore and it being hard for her to swallow.  I looked in her throat and knew instantly what it was.  Took the quick drive over to Urgent Care for the confirmation, no mom really needs, an yep, it’s Strep Throat!

So, Tuesday is my normal weigh-in day and instead of skipping it as planned, I weigh in anyway because I was bored.  24 hours of unplanned quarantine can do that to a person.  Of course, I have gained 5lbs, thanks to my weekend splurge, which is why I was going to skip this week.  BUT, I didn’t despair, I just need to get my body moving and get my happy feet on like Mary said.  However, I will NOT update my ticker , because seeing the numbers actually recorded will upset me and I want to keep my positive energy going. I’ve made myself accountable to you all, so I think that’s good enough!

I haven’t exercised in about 2-3 months, so I told my daughter that I am not allowed to come home and sit on the couch.  That she is allowed to me my exercise boss.  So after dinner, I HAVE to change clothes and exercise for at least 30 minutes or I have to give her $1.  I’m sure you can imagine the smile I got when I mentioned that part of the deal!   I hope having my little cheerleader helps me get over my aversion to excercise and gets me over this hump.

Thanks for getting me through Monday, SO glad it’s over!

I have had a very emotional 72 hours.

My body is in a serious holding pattern right now, so I have nothing to report on the weight loss front.  I had to make some big decisions yesterday, because it’s Girl Scout Cookie time, and my daughter, of course, is a Girl Scout, so I have to order.  Last year, at this time, was the beginning of my lifestyle change and I incorporated the cookies into my calorie count for the day.  So, figuring I have more willpower this time, I ordered more cookies than I did last year.  I only went from 8 to 12 boxes, but I hope it’s a decision that I don’t regret.  It takes me months to eat them, and I usually only have 2 cookies a day, but just having them around is temptation enough!

Other than that, all is well.  The wing nut here at my job is finally being seen for what she is, unskilled and inefficient.  I don’t wish anyone ill will, but the powers that be have gone from asking if there a problem with me and her to what is her problem!   She is underqualified for the position that she is in.  I’m glad that I took the high road and did not voice my opinion and let them see it for themselves.  Hopefully, she won’t be a thorn in my side for much longer.

I hope everyone is doing well.  It’s nice to see some familiar faces back online, Jhonica, Tanae and Michaela to name a few.  And I want I make a special note of CONGRATULATIONS to Nikki for remaining smoke-free AND staying on track!  I know from personal experience, that is not an easy achievement.  I quit many years ago, but I recall what a demon it was to conquer.

Be Happy and Safe!