Amanda's Menu Planning Spectacular!

[geetey]

Hear, Hear!! I agree! The weather today is awful! I don't know which is worse - the snow we had or the rain.
I heard St Charles got more snow than St Louis County. My brother in O'Fallon swears he had close to 6 inches in his yard.

Today is a day of rest for me. I hope the weather clears up soon because Thursday is my looooong day - 8 miles! That's 2 loops around Creve Coeur Lake! I haven't been able to find a better place to walk where the miles are marked. Any suggestions?

Congrats on getting your decorations up! I bet your house looks great. Have a great day and have fun making the Turkey Hash with your Mom.

 

[Strings]

Hi Amanda,

I'm sorry that the weather isn't cooperating with you. I hate cold rain. I would much rather it just snow. I can't believe that you will be in WDW in 5 days! Are you excited yet? Enjoy your evening. Can you curl up with DH and gaze at the Christmas lights?

Take care,
beth

 

[septbride2002]

Geetey - I live in O'Fallon I would say we had 2 inches top in our yard. I don't know of any place better to walk. I've been walking around my subdivision. Good Luck and hopefully the weather will improve tomorrow. Did the sun even come out today? Augh.

~Amanda

 

[DoeWDW]

Your countdown timer says 4 days, 11+ hours - can you believe you'll be in WDW so soon!?! I know that when I arrive there, I feel like a weight is lifted from my shoulders and I am like a kid again. Do you feel the same way? I know the work involved in getting ready is a pain, but it's all worth it when you get there and feel so good and have so much fun.

Enjoy, dear Amanda!

 

[septbride2002]

Doe, should I be getting ready? LOL! - I might want to put that on to do list.

Well yesterday I only accomplished one thing on my to do list and that was getting my package out to Doe. Otherwise nothing. Food wise I did poorly - I had a melt down about 2pm.
Recap:
B: Egg Casserole and diet coke
L: Tuna Salad on a slice of WW bread and piece of pepperjack cheese (yummy) and a diet coke.
S: Reeses peanutbutter cup, 2 suckers
D: 6 to 8 chicken wings and a bowl of Turkey Hash

I did want a slice of cheery pie really bad last night but I was able to resist. Today I don't really have a plan but I want to drink more water and try to avoid sweets.

To do List;
Go to the bank and make a deposit
Haircuts
Beauty Maintanence
Grocery store for cat food
Get ready for Disney!
Walk 3 to 4 miles tonight

~Amanda

 

[DoeWDW]

Thanks for your support in my journal, Amanda!

You're right about the exercise - I'm going to walk a bit at lunch. Thank you for the gentle reminder that I don't have to do all 3 miles and that a little is better than none. It's so basic but somehow I lost sight of it this morning.

Besides, now I have a delivery to look forward to!

 

[AuroraluvsPhillip]

Hi Amanda,
Just wanted to stop by and wish you and Bryan a great time at Disney! I love your itinerary...just avoid the meatballs at Tony's...nasty, tough, and dry, yuck!!
It's tough getting out there to walk in the cold, huh? I figure I'll do what I can, and then be past that horrible "just starting" phase when spring rolls around again.
My healthy chocolate fixes are sugar free jello chocolate pudding, sugar free hot chocolate, and I carry chocolate peppermint Luna bars with me for a quick fix...figure they're full of healthy stuff like soy, fiber, etc. I call them my "chick bars" so my DH and DS won't eat them...I tell them that if they do, they'll grow breasts. ( Will that get past the censor? )
Anyway, have a great time at WDW and we want a full trip report when you get back!
Jean

 

[DoeWDW]

I took your advice and walked 2 miles after work yesterday! You were right - it helped to have that time to think and sort things out.

I hope you got lots of things off your "to do" list yesterday. No matter what today brings, you'll be in WDW soon, so keep on smiling through it all!

 

[Strings]

Hi Amanda,

Did you get your walk in last night? I hate walking in the cold. I give you so much credit for getting out there and doing it. Have fun getting ready for WDW. I can't believe that you are leaving so soon. I am so excited for you. I know the first thing you'll pack is the Princess hat.

Take care and enjoy your day,
Beth

 

[septbride2002]

It would be hard to be in a bad mood today. After two days of nothing but gray skys and rain the is finally out! Plus I made my sales goal for the month which I haven't done in 3 months so that makes me very today! I did not get my walk in last night - I came home and crashed on the couch for 2 hours. Plus I was having some issues yesterday - I don't think I was eating enough because about 2pm I started feeling really light headed and shakey as if my blood sugar just dropped beyond repair. It was hard for me to get it back up so I think that is why I felt so tired yesterday.

Accomplished on the To Do List:
Beauty Maintanece (waxing eyebrows )
Preparing for Disney - have my room request fax put together - travel itinerary is packed and some clothes are already in the suitcase.
Bank Deposit

To do list today:
1. CAT FOOD! I am going to the grocery store at lunch today to get my favorite salad so I will pick up cat food while I am there.
2. Haircuts
3. Walk 3 miles
4. Clean up the kitchen.

Food Plan for today:
B: Low Carb Yogurt and a Tangerine
L: Salad
S: ? Not sure but I'll get something to snack on.
D: Hot Dogs

~Amanda

***UPDATE***
For those of you praying for our friend Helen I wanted to let you know that her surgery thus far has been a success. They were able to get most if not all of the brain tumor and her recovery is going well. They do have her in a rehabilitation home right now because she is having to learn to talk all over again. She knows what she wants to say but she can't find the words to say it. Also it took her awhile to allow herself to sleep. They said this is very common in patients that undergo brain surgery - they are afraid to fall asleep because they are afraid they won't wake up. But she is sleeping fine now. I'm not sure if they will do chemo or not - information is still sketchy at the moment. But thank you all for your prayers - they made a huge difference.

 

[septbride2002]

I had the best of intentions

Well my food yesterday wasn't horrible but it is certainly nothing to be proud of either. My to do list got dramatically shorter but I managed to not fit in my walk. *sigh*

To Do List:
1. CAT FOOD! - Check
2. Haircuts - Check
3. Walk 3 miles - Nope
4. Clean up the kitchen. - Check
5. Wash Comforter - Check
6. Clean bathrooms - Check
7. Tire patch on Car - Check

So see it wasn't like I was laying around doing nothing! I am trying to make myself feel better about not getting in my walk - it isn't working. But this will make me smile.....

2 more days till Mickey Mouse!
Anyone want to dance with me?

Okay - plan for today and I do have one!
Vitamins - Done
Water - 6 cups
Food - good decisions, avoid junk food, and candy.
Exercise - It is actually pretty warm here today and I am determined to walk the 4.2 mile course that we have. Shhh...don't tell DH but I want to do this again on Friday.

~Amanda

 

[DoeWDW]

Ya know, you'll be getting PLENTY of walking in very soon so I don't think you need to worry about missing the days leading up to your trip!

Thanks for sending the FIRM stuff! Both boxes arrived yesterday! Also, thanks for the "extra" you enclosed - it warmed my heart! I'll be thinking of you when I get everything out and actually try it tonight! Wish me luck!!

Focus on getting ready for your big trip. If the walk doesn't happen, I promise you'll make up for it in WDW. Please gaze at the Osbourne lights for me - sure wish I could see them, and the beautiful decorations in the Beach Club lobby. Did I mention I'm envious????

I'll be happy to dance with you!!

 

[Strings]

Hi Amanda,
I have to agree with Doe. You will be getting a ton of walking in just 2 days. Of course, I'm not trying to dissuade you from going on the walk tonight.

You were able to get a ton accomplished yesterday. I am impressed.

Have a great evening,
Beth

 

[lulu201]

Hi, Amanda! Soon you'll be on and I wanted to come over and wish you a safe, happy trip before you're out the door and on your way.
Have a terrific time. You're going to go to Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party, right? When you're watching the snow come down on Main Street, think of me. Enjoy every minute!!!

Love,
Erin

 

[DoeWDW]

I didn't get to FIRM last night - my two teens had both TVs tied up! However, I'm just itchin' to try one of those workouts and I KNOW I'll get it in before you get back from that fabulous trip!

By the way, when ARE you getting back?? We'll be on pins and needles waiting to hear how wonderful everything was! Do you have your hat packed???

Enjoy every moment, dear Amanda! Just soak it all in! Hold on to that happy feeling all the way home, knowing you'll be back in no time at all!

Have a safe and happy trip!

 

[septbride2002]

1 More Day!

Man I'm excited :jumping4: Not sure how I'll get through work today.

Doe - I get back on the 11th. Also take it easy the first run through on those tapes - they are hard. Do it w/o the weights the first time okay?

Dh and I waled 4.2 miles in exactly 1 hour last night so I am feeling good about that. Ate fairly healthy and got my kitchen floor mopped while still managing to watch Survivor and The O.C. I am the ultimate in multi tasking!

Today will be a go with the flow day - we have a lot to do still. Dh is probably going to leave work early so I am hoping he can get some of the extra stuff done by himself.

To do list:
1) go to the post office and mail Christmas Cards
2) Laundry
3) Packing
4) Balance Check book
5) Go by the ATM and get cash
6) Set out fresh towels for Mom in all the bathrooms.

~Amanda

 

[geetey]

It's so close, I can FEEL your excitement!! Have a blast in WDW!! Please tell the WISH Walkers will be there next month to see him! :jumping4: :jumping4: :jumping4:

 

[septbride2002]

Only 12 more hours. I had the hardest time going to sleep last night and I can't seem to sleep in this morning. I'll probably end up sleeping on the couch for a couple of hours later this morning.

I'm ready to go!

 

[Strings]

Hi Amanda,

I just wanted to wish you a magical trip. Have the time of your life. I want details when you get back girlfriend.
Beth

 

[DoeWDW]

Have a faboo time!!!!

Peace, love and