Good evening, everyone!
How is everyone doing? I hope better than me!
Today was a really rough day for me. I had (still have) a terrible headache and it just wont go away. I went to Wisconsin to take my Grandma shopping today and I think the heat did it to me. In and out and in and out of heat and air conditioning! Also, there was a bit of a problem and I didnt get to go out to lunch with my Grandma and I was really looking forward to it. Oh, well
One thing someone mentioned (I cant remember who now) is to tell your struggles. Well, Ill be honest, I love to eat - especially when stressed. Now, yes I am on summer vacation, but Im taking three Masters classes. For the most part they dont overlap too much, but Im finishing one this week and am supposed to be starting on the other one already. I love to teach and learn, but the kicker is I have to evaluate 150 picture books, write a research paper, etc. all in the next two weeks. I think thats the real reason why I have a headache and, of course, what do I do to help the stress - I eat! Duh! Thats really smart! NOT! OK, I should really not be complaining. Ill just say that Im a bit overwhelmed with the workload right now.
So, fellow WISHers, any ideas? I have things for my kids (and when I say kids I mean my students - I dont have kids of my own
people often get confused!

) is make a checklist of some kind. I think I need to make one for myself. (i.e. when stressed
1. Breathe! 2. etc.) Any ideas?
Thanks for listening to me vent. Im sure you can see why Im a teacher
I love to talk!
I must say, too, that I looked into other groups both on DIS and otherwise and am amazed at how welcoming all of you are! Thank you for that!
Now, onto the other responses
Tara - Thank you for your kind words about my picture! It made me blush! I really like your attitude and encouragement! Can you tape record yourself and send it to me
I want to have you in my kitchen saying, Slowly back away from the chocolate. Thats right
move your left foot back, now right foot back, turn, and run as far as you can! LOL! Oh, I dont know if this is really funny, but I crack myself up.

Great work on your program! (South Beach, right?)
DJ (Debra) - It makes me feel good that you started at my weight and are still getting and giving support! I know that I will be here for a while, too!
Linda - I see that you are from the Windy City, too! This weather is wearing me out! Ugh!
RF536 - (Do you have a name? Boy, that sounds rude! I just want to refer to you in whatever way you wish!) Thanks for giving me some information on you. It will take me a while to get to know everyone! Maybe I could outsource some of this reading to you
just kidding! I dont want the professor to ask, Now, Lisa, about this book
what themes did you find? Boy, I would be in trouble if I didnt read them. Besides, the point is to get ideas to share with your students.
Suz - I am headed to the bookstore tomorrow to get that book you are talking about! Sounds great! Just FYI I started at 204 (last week) and am 54 so were in the same boat! We can do it!
Regina - I hope its not too much information, but Ive had a similar problem like your son. I hope he is better soon. Its amazing that once we are fine how our body leads us to believe that we are not. It took me to while to lose the anxiety. Hugs to you and your son!
Maria - Thanks for sharing your story! LOL! It makes me laugh when you said you cant call the weight baby weight anymore! I think in my mind I keep thinking well, Im still growing. Uh, no! Ive been this height since sixth grade! I havent grown in 12 years so now Im still not growing - well, in size rather! I gotta get those excuses out of my head. Thanks for the kind words!
NYcpa - Hi!
Tracy (schatz5k) - SAHM to 6! I bow down to you! Welcome!
Jen - I like your keys to weight loss! They make a lot of sense! (You think one would actually remember these things, but, no, I dont!)
Sue - Good for you! Nice job on the weight loss!
Im sorry if I missed anyone
Im trying here!
OK, now that I have officially talked (er, written) everyones ears off I must apologize! I am sorry! I can get a little carried away sometimes!
The last thing I wanted to add is that my mom and I have a date set for working out both tomorrow and Wednesday! Yeah!
Have a wonderful evening and keep losing!
Lisa