Amanda's Menu Planning Spectacular!

[toystoryduo]

Sending and to you today. I hope you feel better soon, Amanda.

Tracy

 

[sharoncity]

Just stopping by to WISH you a Merry Christmas Amanda! I hope you are feeling better. Sending just in case!!

You should be very proud of your dedication to training Amanda. And look at all the positive changes you have made this year. Good for you!

Enjoy the Holiday!

TTFN-
Sharon

 

[geetey]

Hi Amanda,
Can you BELIEVE this weather?!?!? These freezing temps are going to be the end of me! I was happy to see that it is currently 66º in Orlando. THAT I can handle. Only 2 more weeks!!

I hope you start feeling better so you can enjoy a MERRY CHRISTMAS!

 

[lulu201]

Hi, Amanda. I'm just stopping by to wish you and Brian the merriest of Christmases. Feel better, OK?

Love,
Erin

 

[toystoryduo]

Merry Christmas, Amanda!!!!

Hope you have a wonderful day today!

Tracy

 

[septbride2002]

I know I am late but - MERRY CHRISTMAS!

Our Christmas schedule is so crazy that I barely had to sleep much less post over the last 4 days. Plus I will admit that I have been avoiding the boards because then I knew I would have to face the music. I'm fat again. It really says something when your body can't even handle you going off your diet for 1 week of vacation that you can gain 15 lbs. My metabolism is non-existant.

So I am refocusing - I think I am going to join Curves. I use to do Jazzercise and LOVED it but then we moved. The Jazzercise place out here sort of stinks. But when I was going 3 and 4 days a week I felt great. I really enjoyed it and enjoyed the people that I saw there. I can't workout at home. I talk myself out of it and I get lazy. The great thing about Jazzercise was that I went right to it after work and was home by 6:30. I am hoping with a 30 minute workout at Curves that with my schedule I'll be able to be home by 6:00p.m.

I need to get back on my weightloss plan and I plan on re-reading some of my books. I also got a book "Meditations for Women who do too much" that I am going to start doing. And I've already made my list of 10 New Years Resolutions:

#1) I am going to try and be more positive. Not only with myself but w/others around me.

2) Find a better balance between family, friends, and self.

3) Call people I haven't seen in awhile.

4) Organize - family calendar

5) Become more responsible w/ Money

6) Do more outside - go to parks, walks, read out on the patio.

7) Journal more often - let out the images and feelings instead of holding on to them.

8) Allow myself to be photographed more often.

9) To choose my reaction and attitude and not let others effect me so much.

10) To be more understanding - not everyone wants to hear my opinion.

Alot to work on huh? But I think important. Today's meditation:

"I cound not know what I know today if I weren't the age I am. I have the continual opportunity to grow."

~Amanda

 

[plutosmyfav]

Hi Amanda,

Your New Year's Resolutions are great! I'm going to put some thought into the changes I want to make, too.

I'm feeling fat, too. I pretty much binged from Christmas night through all of yesterday and I'm up 4 pounds today. An interesting tidbit: I watched "Super Size Me" yesterday. Its very eye-opening, I recommend it. But the tidbit is, this super fit guy did an experiment and ate nothing but McDonalds for 30 days and gained 25 pounds!!!! It helped me realize "its not just me". I always think there's no one else who can gain weight the way I can. But no one is immune! Good luck on getting back on track. I'm sure you'll be feeling great in no time!

Sundie

 

[lulu201]

First of all, let me say, "way to go, Amanda!" I respect you so much for putting yourself out there and sharing your New Year's resolutions with us. You've always inspired me with your brave goal-setting; I may just have to go there with some resolutions of my own! I, too, woke up fat this morning!

Second, let me say to Sundie: thanks for sharing that about the "SuperSize Me." I'm going to pick that up at Blockbuster ASAP. I need to see what all my fast food does to my body!

Thanks, Amanda, for sharing your meditation. Keep 'em coming.

to you, girlfriend.

Erin

 

[septbride2002]

I hate the flu. Yesterday I was home all day with it - I couldn't eat or drink anything without it coming back to haunt me. Finally about 9p.m. last night I was able to eat about 6 spoonfuls of chicken broth and to drink a little bit of white soda. This morning I woke up still feeling pretty bad and with a fever so I called in sick to work. I am trying to eat a piece of wheat toast right now and if I manage to not get sick I may go into work for a half day. Obviously diet and exercise are the furthest thing from my mind at the moment. I just want to feel better.

Quote for today:

"Growth and Evolution are like breathing and eating...natural and intimately part of being human."

~Amanda

 

[DoeWDW]

Amanda, I hope you're back to feeling fine very soon!

Your resolutions for the new year are amazing and very insightful! I can see, while reading between the lines, that you're ready to make some changes. It isn't always easy or comfortable when we make changes but it's usually worth the effort.

Best wishes for a wonderful new year and for the strength and courage to make the changes you want to make.

 

[lulu201]

Poor Amanda. Get well soon, honey. Here are some , , and on your day.

Thinking about you--
Erin

 

[lulu201]

Good morning, Amanda. Are you feeling any better today?

I asked Doreen to tell me all about her marathon plans, and I'm asking you to do the same. (You do know that I live vicariously through others, don't you? ) Are they the same as Doreen's or do you and Brian have something special you're setting out to do?

Feel better and try not to over-do things. You've got to get yourself well. Oh, drink lots of fluids, OK?

Hugs for you, Amanda--
Erin

 

[Strings]

Amanda,

I hope you are feeling muc better today. The flu going around right now is nasty. Please take good care of yourself.

Your resolutions for the New Year are really inspiring. I'm still working on mine.

for your day.
Beth

 

[septbride2002]

Good Morning! I am feeling much better today. I would say that I am running about 85% today which is a whole lot better then Monday or Yesterday. I actually woke up hungry this morning so I am enjoying a small bagel and some Sprite. I'm still a little nervous about my tummy so I'm sticking to starchy foods for awhile. I am back at work today which is proabably a good thing since I was starting to get bored at home.

My Marathon plans:
Friday - we land at 1:15pm and have rented a car for the weekend so we will probably head straight to the resort and check in. Grab a quick bite for lunch and relax a bit. We are meeting Doe and Todd for dinner that night at Ohana's. And then back to the resort for some hot tub time.

Saturday - We are going to go to the Magic Kingdom in the morning. The afternoon and evening will be spent registering for the race and resting up.

Sunday - Marathon! And after that Hot Tub! And after that dinner with our neighbors at Whispering Canyon

Monday - Sleep in - Epcot World Showcase in the afternoon.

Tuesday - Leave for St. Louis.

Plans for today:
Go to the library and pick up books on reserve
Clean both bathrooms (need to disinfect since I've been sick - yuck)

~Amanda

Meditation: "Life is in the living. The process of life keeps happening."

 

[DoeWDW]

I'm so happy that you're feeling better!! You gotta get yourself back up to snuff for The Big Day next Sunday!! Can you PM me the time of our PS at 'Ohana?? I forgot to write it down and I DO NOT want to miss it! There's a Lapu Lapu with my name on it!!

Take it easy today - don't try to overdo it!

 

[geetey]

Whew! Glad to hear you are feeling better, Amanda! Hopefully these warmer temps will help keep you healthy before the trip!

 

[septbride2002]

Morning Buddies! What a rollercoaster of emotions I've been on lately. I've gone from up and peppy to down in the dumps. I'm very nervous about the marathon and keeping pace. I really want to finish this and I know my dh does to but we haven't actively trained since before vacation which was over 3 weeks ago. We've been lazy and we know it. I'm hoping to get some good training in this weekend and maybe a couple 2 mile walks in next week. *sigh*

I did join Curves last night. Plus checked both books out of the library. Something needs to be done. There is no reason that I should gain 12 to 15 pounds because I went off program for one week while in Disney. With all the walking I was doing in Disney that should have countered some of the eating. But it seems to have not. Therefore I truly believe my metabolism must be shot and I need to rev it up again. I think Curves will be a good solution for many reasons - 1) it is out of the house. I can't seem to exercise at home. 2) Only 30 minutes - which means I will be able to get home before 6pm most nights. There are 2 meals plans to follow and since I know I am carbohydrate sensitive I will be following that plan. I'm going to work on my shopping list today although I will probably not officially start the program until January 12th when I am back from the marathon. I will start the circuit training on Monday though and I am looking forward to that. I am setting my goal on this plan for 145 lbs which is 20 lbs less then what I weigh now. Once I reach 145 I will reevaluate where I need to be. My size goal is to wear size 8 jeans. I haven't been in single digits since I was in high school.

Still working on getting my digestive system back into the swing of things. Drinking lots of juices and water and taking my vitamins. Yesterday I did manage to eat one piece of chocolate without much damage so I guess we can say I am definately better. Tonight I am going to go for a 3 mile walk even if I have to do it by myself!

~Amanda

 

[sharoncity]

Hi Amanda!

Ya said you missed me, so here I am. I HAVE been lurking in your journal and keeping up with you. I am very impressed with your list for 2005. You are so very good at goal setting and carrying through. You can do this Amanda, I just know it!!

Okay, Curves huh? Good for you!! I joined Curves at end of Sept. It was working nicely when I bothered to go. Unfortunately, life happened these last few weeks, and I haven't been. But I have PROMISED myself a trip there tomorrow morning!!!! And here is what I have learned about Curves. You HAVE to faithfully go 3 times/week - try for 4, it can't hurt!! And then you need to do something else at least twice a week. Like WATP, FIRM, Aerobic tape, whatever - but it has to be something where you really work up a sweat. That is if you want to loose weight. After you get to goal, Curves should pretty much keep you there (if you eat right of course!) I have seen so many of the women I work with (plus my mom) do very well with weight loss while following this program. So it can work for us too Amanda!! We will do this together, okay?!

I hope you have a fabulous time in WDW! I think you will finish the half no problem (exhausted afterward, but hey, that's to be expected!! ) You CAN do it Amanda, I just feel it!

Happy New Years! I hope you have a wonderful, healthy, prosperous 2005!! Best WISHes to you and Brian!!

TTFN-
Sharon

 

[plutosmyfav]

Hi Amanda,

I remember gaining about 15 pounds on one of my WDW trips and I am a total park commando so believe me I walked MILES. It just doesn't seem fair! But I know you will shed your pounds and Curves is a great way to do it.

As for your training, you will do great. All your previous training is still in tact, even if you haven't done much the last three weeks. I had an interesting experience. I was training faithfully for the half marathon (I was going to run it) but in the beginning of October I discovered there was no way I would be able to go. So I stopped training. I continued to run, walk, and do other cardio but I stopped the deligent training. Then one day in November (at least 5 weeks later) I decided to go for a long run and much to my amazement I was able to run 10 miles without dropping dead. I guess the body can hold on to its training for a while. You'll do great and have fun no matter what!

I'll be cheering for all of you WISH Walkers


Sundie

 

[septbride2002]

Thanks Sundie and Sharon for visiting!

Okay - I was just going to write about my diet and stuff but after rereading I could tell that my heart wasn't in it. I have some family problems at the moment. My Dad's health is very worrisome at the moment. Since September he has lost 40 to 50 lbs - he now weighs less then I do. He finally went to a Dr. yesterday where they put him on blood pressure medication and an asprin regiment. He is going on the 6th for a stress test of his heart. I know stress test are somewhat standard but the loss of weight and his blood pressure being 190/110 has me a little jumpy. Plus they suggested that he might have blockage around his heart and we know that he has emphezema.

So I have to be honest and say that my heart and head are not really with me right now. My parents divorce was very hard 3 years ago and something I am still coming to grips with. With that my brother and I feel sort of stranded at 25 and 21 with the idea of our Dad's morality. Yesterday and today I have felt like I am 8 years old and afraid of the dark.

I am trying to stay positive because I know positive thoughts can be helpful. I'm also doing a lot of praying when I start to become overwhelmed with worry. I am going to enjoy New Years Eve tonight with some friends and hubby. And I am going to start Curves on Monday so I am not using this as an excuse to forget everything. I just don't know if I can handle it all right now.

Say a prayer for my Dad and for me. I'm going to need it.

~Amanda