Beth's WW Journey. (Comments Welcome)

[traceycooper]

Hi Beth
hope your having a good weekend
Thats great that DH is letting you keep your trainer
Hope the cold has gone now.

 

[MIdanceMom]

Hi everyone,

Sorry I haven't been around more.

Last night we went out to dinner with future SIL. Had a blast. I decided to order whatever I wanted, points be damned. I ended up with a salad, 1/3 of my eggplant parmesan, and 2 bits of creme brulee. I came in under points when I looked it up later.

Today was WW. I am down a pound, so the 0.8 gain is gone. I then worked out and stretched forever. As I was leaving, I decided to get a haircut. I never just walk in, and I have been going to the same person for years. Walking into a new salon is a big deal for me. Well, I love it. It is kinda like Posh Beckham's cut. The coolest thing was that she styled it 3 different ways to show me how to get different looks. I then went to the mall. I tried valiently to spend some serious $$$. Why is it when you want to buy something you can't find anything? My problem is that the twins are just not shrinking like the rest of me. To fit them, I need a 18-20, but I am fitting into 14 jeans. I think I am going to take things to a tailor.

Once I came home, I cleaned the bathroom and kitchen. I made dinner and walked the dog. Other than that, nothing new with me.

Tomorrow's agenda includes more cleaning, leaves to be raked, and an appointment with the truly evil personal trainer. I hope to make it to journals.

Take care,
Beth

 

[momof2minnies]

Very productive day Beth,great job! I am always saying when I feel like shopping I find nothing, usually I don't like to shop unless it is for the house.

Isn't it true about not wanting to switch hairdressers? Mine had a baby 2 years ago and did not come back- I had been going to her since 1987! I have been to several now since and just can't find one I am crazy about.

Good luck with the evil personal trainer

Have a great day,
Linda

 

[AmyBeth68]

OK Beth darling....Pictures *please* of the new haircut! Seriously...I've got me a posh "do" as well and I LOVE it! I'm a short-hair girl anyway...but i love that style. Can you share some pics? I'm always interested...my stylist loves when I bring her pics!!! Which I do. A lot. Maybe I'll bring yours next time!!!

Glad you had a nice dinner out! You're doing great .

 

[Amy&Dan]

Beth, I have been getting caught up with you, so sorry I haven't been around much lately! I am glad you are feeling better and I think its great that you and your dh decided that you needed some more training sessions. That is money well spent, don't feel guilty! That is great you came in under points on your evening out with future sil! See what happens when you just let it happen naturally? You are doing awesome, well done on losing the pound. Whenever I get a cold I gain a bit, sounds like you do too, but it came right off!

And very good job saving that patient. I guess you were his guardian angel that day. Hope he makes his appointments from now on. You amaze me with all you do (save lives, be a great mom and wife, work your butt off, need I say more?)!

 

[MIdanceMom]

Thanks guys,

First, I have been trained and worked 12 years as a ccu nurse. Running a code is what I do. I hate to say it, but it satisfies the adrenaline junkie in me. The people that impress me are anyone who teaches or works with kids. That is what is amazing.

Today went pretty much as planned. I cleaned, worked out, made dinner, and walked the dog. I need to do some stuff for Kate's teacher tonight, and then I am heading to bed.

Amy, I'll post some pics as soon as my girlfriend comes back. I loaned her my camera and my luggage for her trip to Italy. My stuff is better traveled than I am. I'll try to post them on Friday.

I'm sorry I won't make it to journals today, but I need some sleep. I was really restless last night, and I am feeling it tonight. I don't work until Wednesday, so I will definitely be around tomorrow.

Take care,
Beth

 

[kimwim8]

Hey Beth. Sorry, I didn't think I was gone that long...but a few pages have gone by. I'm glad both you and Beth are feeling better. Congrats on keeping the trainer. That's awesome, and will definitely keep you motivated (although you see to be a motivator and don't need much given to you ).

Congrats also on a great week and getting that pound back off. You're doing really GREAT!

Take care, and have a wonderful week.

 

[Caitsmama]

Hi Beth! Congrats on being down a lb, and getting a new 'do! Nothing like a new haircut!
Sorry you didn't have much luck shopping, but think of the money you saved.. LOL

 

[traceycooper]

ooh Beth, cant wait to see the new haircut
sounds like my kinda day, new do & shopping ...heaven
i couldnt do your job - the patients would take one look at my face & panic!!
working with kids is great - i love it, even the days when the little darlings are away with the fairies

 

[toystoryduo]

Hi Beth,

I'd love to see your new haircut too! There is nothing like a good haircut to make ya feel good!

I hope you were able to get some rest. Have a great week ahead!

 

[postesf]

Hi Beth! Glad to hear you are down 1lb!! Congrats!

I'd love to see your new haircut too!!! I'm dying to get mine cut, but I've just gotten it long! I'm so wishy washy! PLUS...unfortunately, I'm not one of these people who's hair grows fast! Mine is soooo slow! It took me two years to get it just below my shoulders! I'm trying to keep it long through spring next year. That way it can be in a pony tail for the races! I do love that inverted cut--the "Posh!" It's so popular right now! My hair is just too thin and fine. I don't think I could pull it off. Can't wait to see yours!!!

Hope you have a great day!
Stacie

 

[geminibl]

you reminded me.....i need to schedule a hair cut and color as well starting to look a little raggity here...lol. great job on ww. do you do the core plan as well or just points? my boss at work does core....she's doin great....personally, i could NEVER eat the crap that she eats, but she loves it so ......."rock on" to her! i just like too many different things keep up the good work!

 

[MIdanceMom]

Hi all,

I am exhusted, and it has been a long day. I will check in tomorrow. Sorry that I didn't make it to all the journals.
Beth

 

[MIdanceMom]

Hi All,

I am fine, my last post sounded very down, so I thought I would post a bit more this AM.


Yesterday was a rest day for me, so I only walked the dog for 3 miles. Then I met my DM for shopping and lunch. I found a really cute pair of embellished jeans that are size 16. Not where I want to be, but much better than the 24s I was in in May. I did get Kate some more leggings and a cute top. Then we had lunch at CPK. I had the salad on the parmesan pizza crust. It turns out my dm REALLY needed to vent. My 71 yo father is having an affair with one of the widows at church. I don't want to think of my dad having sex with my mom, much less making the rounds through all the widows. It is a bit surreal. Mom is really broken up, and I am trying to be there for her. It is really odd to be the confidant to my mom. I know way too much about my parents' marriage, but she needs me.

I came home after that and took Kate to dance. We had subway for dinner. Then it was homework, getting Kate to bed, and straightening up a bit. I just wasn't able to WISH last night. SORRY.

Today's agenda..
1.) drop DD off at school and get rid of the papers in their recycling fundraiser.
2.) Laundry.
3.) Gym for lower body workout.
4.) Grocery shopping.
5.) More laundry.
6.) Clean DD's br.
7.) Make chili for dinner.
8.) Double dance.
9.) Homework/bed routine.
10.) Walk the dog.
11.) DIS.

Ok, I am off. Take care
Beth

 

[toystoryduo]

Beth,

I'm sorry to hear about the situation with your mom and dad. I know that your mom is so thankful that she has you to help her through this difficult time. We'll be praying for your family.

Sweetie, don't worry about not WISHing or getting to journals. You have a lot going on right now.

Hope you have a good Tuesday!

 

[ScoJo15]

Hi Beth...

Sorry I've been gone from your journal for a bit...but I wanted to check in and offer congrats on that pound loss

Hope you are hanging in there and that you have a good day!

(LOVE the Posh style cut by the way)

 

[MIdanceMom]

Thanks guys,

I feel the need to post a warning to all my journal buddies.

Do you ever have that little voice in your head that tells you to stay in bed all day? Listen to that voice the following is a true tale warning one of what happens when said voice is ignored.

I get off the boards and head to the gym. I am 3/4 of the way through my routine (doing squats to make matters worse) when cute guy walks up. You know the one, tall, dark hair, green eyes, great body but not muscles to extreme, just really cut. Did I mention he has a dimple? Not that I have noticed. So cute guy comes up to me. Mind you I am sweaty and nasty. Cute guys says, "Maam" (ugh, I hate Ma'am, but I digress.) "Maam, I just thought you should know that I think you got your period." Ok, I then feel the need to throw up, but stifle response. I then make it to the locker room breaking all speed records. Mind you TOM is a sneak attack. I finished 8 days ago. Get in shower, come out to find that alas, I have nothing with me, so I had to ask size 2 Barbie with perky ****s, if she had anything. Leave gym asap and go to meijer. Drop glass bottle of pasta sauce and breaks all over floor. Clean up in Aisle 13. Get to checkout, unload cart, and discover that wallet was left at home. Reload cart, take it to customer service, go get wallet from house, return to store, wait 2 minutes in line again to pay for rapidly melting groceries. Leave store to find a monsoon. Did I mention I am wearing a white tshirt? Come home, phone is ringing. It is my father feeling he needs to explain. Apparently he really enjoys the viagra he is on, and DM only wants sex once a week. Help! Find out that my father is now sleeping with my HS boyfriend's mother. because my 68year old mother will only put out once a week.

It is only 1pm. What next?

So dear friends, listen to your inner voices, as long as they are not violent.

PSA complete, I hope.
Beth

 

[postesf]

Oh, Beth!!! Sorry you have had such a bad day!!! Oh, and your mom and dad. WOW! What a position to be put in. Sorry you have to deal with that. I know it must be akward!

Here's hoping tomorrow is a better day!

Stacie

 

[Amy&Dan]

OMG Beth, I don't know whether to laugh or cry! That is very embarrassing what happened at the gym, but its happened to all of us at one time or another. Kudos to that sweet guy for telling you. At least he knows your nice, young and still fertile! And better to be told by a cute and nice guy than a nasty pervert . As for the viagra, I have noticed as my parents get older they lose their inhibitions about telling their kids too much about themselves! Sometimes I want to die with all the tidbits of info my parents share with me. I am sorry that you are put in the middle of this situation with your parents. I think you just have to feel good that they share with you and respect your opinions I guess. Not fun for you at all though ! Tell your dad to get off the Viagra, its not worth losing a long term marriage for some late in life sexy fun. Hang in there, tomorrow will be better.

And if you had stayed in bed, think of all the excitement you would have missed out on today.

 

[Caitsmama]

Beth.. holy cow!! What a day you had!! ((Hugs))! Sorry your dad felt the need to "vent" to you like that.. that stinks.
Hope tomorrow is a better day! And next time you hear that voice --- LISTEN TO IT!