Doreen's Fresh Start & Success Story! (Welcome Friends!)

[DoeWDW]

It's time to get back on plan, at least as much as possible. My overindulgences are catching up to me in the form of extra inches around my middle! We had a wonderful time at Red Lobster but I didn't exactly behave as far as food is concerned.

My kids have been talking about joining the health club. They each have different goals but they share a desire to exercise. I told them I'll pay for their memberships as long as they help me get to the health club more often. Yesterday I signed both of them up. We did 10 minutes on the treadmills to warm up and we did the weight circuit. DS is working tonight but DD and I are headed out to do some cardio this evening. I also signed DH up and am hoping he'll make time to work out as well.

I only work 3 days this week. Thursday and Friday I'll be shopping with a friend at King of Prussia. DD & her two best friends are going. My friend (DD's friend's mom) sprung for 2 adjoining rooms at the Crowne Plaza executive club level (like concierge level), courtesy of her DH's business travel reward points. This will be my first experience staying at the concierge level. I bet I'll feel like a ! I'm looking forward to a fun time!

Back to reality and the work that's waiting for me.
1. Devotions - "Prayer is meant to be a part of our lives, like breathing, thinking, and talking. Isn't that great? God is portable." - Gloria Gaither
2. Pills - meds taken, vitamin later.
3. Water - no more excuses! I'll finish mug 1 by 8:30 (done ), mug 2 by 10:30 (done ), mug 3 by 12:30, mug 4 by 2:30 and mug 5 by 4:30. Drink up, me hearties, yo ho! Can ya tell we watched Pirates of the Caribbean this weekend?
4. Healthy eating - snack = 1.5 oz cashews. B = bagel w/ butter (I'm feeling queasy), L will be a burger sans bun, D? I really need to get to the store! Worst case, we'll have frozen fish filets.
5. Exercise - 2.5 to 3 miles on the treaddie at the health club w/ DD after work.
6. Bedtime - 10 PM.

I'm feeling tired and have a pinched nerve that's giving me neck and shoulder pain, but I'm going to take on the day anyway! I may make a side trip to the chiropractor this evening if it isn't feeling better by this afternoon.

 

[pettyone]

Doreen--

I think it's great that your kids are joining the gym! I think that would be extra-motivational!!

In case I don't get a chance to stop by later in the week, ENJOY YOUR SHOPPING TRIP!!! Club level!! Woo-hoo!! Sounds like a blast!!

 

[toystoryduo]

Good morning Doe!

I love that quote from Gloria Gaither about God being portable! What an awesome reminder to us that God is with us all of the time: in the good times and the bad times. Thanks for sharing Doe!

Your weekend trip to King of Prussia sounds like a lot of fun! Plus, you are staying concierge. Woohoo!

That's wonderful that your family has joined the health club with you!

Have a wonderful day, Doe!

P.S. Hope your neck/ shoulder feels better.

 

[plutosmyfav]

Hi Doreen,

What a great idea signing up the whole family for exercise! I bet its alot more fun when you all go together.

I would have trouble at Red Lobster, too. Good thing there aren't any near me!

Sunny

 

[lulu201]

Hey, how are you feeling? Is that nerve still giving you trouble? Geesh, just what you need--a real pain in the neck.

Here's hoping it's getting better and you and DD can have some fun at the gym tonight. Mother and Daughter bonding time!

I'll be raising my cup of tea to you soon. Know I'm sending you lots of .

Erin

 

[DisneyEnthusiastic]

Signing the family up is a great motivator! Enjoy your trip later in the week!

Have a nice week!

Gail

 

[DoeWDW]

DD and I did make it to the gym last night - 20 minutes on the recumbent bike and 10 on the evil stepper. All the treadies were taken.

My spirit is sunny and bright but the pain in my neck and shoulder kept me up for the second night in a row. I took off work today and will be seeing the chiropractor as soon as possible. I'm sure I'll need to ice the area for the rest of the day after I get adjusted.

Maybe I'll finally have the time to get caught up on journals!

I have some lovely lc pumpkin custard in the oven right now and that will be breakfast.

Today:
1. Devotions - not yet
2. Pills - with my breakfast
3. Water - haven't started
4. Healthy eating - B will be pumpkin custard, L will be crab cakes, D will be determined after a trip to the store - still haven't gotten there.
5. Exercise - today should be the weight circuit. I may do the lower body and ab machines and stay away from anything related to my arms & upper back.
6. Bedtime - 10 PM

Looks like I'm getting a day to relax, whether I want to or not.

 

[lulu201]

Mmmm, can I come over? A "lovely pumpkin custard" would sure hit the spot about now!

I'm sorry to hear that you're still in pain; I hope you get to the chiropractor soon and get it all worked out. You (with your ice pack) should put your feet up this afternoon and just relax!

Will you be taking yourself to the gym or will someone in the family go with you tonight? I've got to make myself go out to the garage-gym to that darn weight thingy and I'm less than thrilled, I gotta tell you. Having someone to do it with makes it more enjoyable, don't you think?

Take care, dear WISH-sis, and thanks for the prayers. You know you're in mine.

Love,
Erin

 

[septbride2002]

Hi Doe! Your pumpkin custard has my stomach growling! Sorry I haven't been around a lot lately - but I've been thinking about you!!! If you do the weight circuit today concentrate on your lower body and abs. Definately avoid working that upper body right now if you are sore. There is no sense in making your injury worse. Have a great day today Doe!\



~Amanda

 

[sharoncity]

Doe went on the "evil stepper!!!!" I haven't heard that term around here in about a year!!!

Sorry you are not feeling up to par. I hope by now it is beginning to ease up for you! Take a nap to catch up on some of that missed sleep from the last two nights!

Your food for the day looks like it is fairly low carb. Good for you Doe! While you don't have to always be On Plan 100%, its nice to see you stick close to plan even when you gave yourself "time-off". It just proves that you are making these healthy living things a life style change, rather than a tempoary fix!! Keep it up Doe!!

Hope you have a calm, relaxing day today!

TTFN- Sharon

 

[Strings]

Doe,

I hope the adjustment went well. Pinched nerves are just terrible. I am still havning issues with my leg. I hope you are feeling much better tonight.

Great job getting to the gym. Having the kids going as well will benefit you all. More people=more opportunity. Your trip to KoP sounds wonderful. I am so jealous. Shopping AND concierge service. WOW!

Keep up the good work,
Beth

 

[DoeWDW]

I did pretty well yesterday, all things considered. After my adjustment, I still had sore muscles to contend with and spent the evening with an ice pack. DS and I did go to the health club - 10 minutes on the "evil" stepper ( I think of you every time, Sharon! ) and the weight circuit. I only did lower body, while DS tackled the whole thing.

Today I'm still quite sore but the worst is over. I'll be stretching and massaging my neck and shoulder muscles all day. At least I got a good night's sleep last night.

Yesterday I only earned a smilie for exercise. I was close on all the others but didn't quite make it. Today promises to be better!

1. Devotions - Pursuing things breeds discontent, while pursuing the Lord brings peace. A very wise devotion considering I'm headed to a shopping mecca tomorrow.
2. Pills - taken.
3. Water - almost finished my first mug.
4. Healthy eating - B = pumpkin custard, L - maybe soup, snacks will be string cheese and / or an orange, D will be an lc tortilla w/ turkey, cheese, lettuce and 1000 island dressing.
5. Exercise - I'll be busy tonight - no time for exercise. I'm taking a rest day guilt-free.
6. Bedtime - 10 PM.

 

[lulu201]

Good morning, WISH-sis! Thanks for bringing your usual to my journal--I appreciate it!

Are you looking forward to your shopping trip tomorrow? It sounds like you'll have lots of fun. Do you have anything special that you're going to be buying just for YOU?

I'm glad to hear that your neck pain is better and that you're on the mend. Congrats, too, on that smilie for exercise! It would seem to me that that would have been the most challenging to get since you had that soreness to deal with--even if it was in your upper body.

Are you home today or at work? Whereever you are, know that I'm thinking about you and yours.

Love,
Erin

 

[DoeWDW]

Erin, I'm back at work - trying to catch up with yesterday's stuff AND cover the stuff for tomorrow and Friday when I'll be off.

The only definite purchase "just for me" is new "unmentionables". My undies have seen better days and it's time to replace them. I also may look for some solid color skirts and a bright basic shirt or two for work - we're expected to dress up more now. I need to pick things that will mix and match well. Then there's the Easter basket stuff for the kids - haven't even STARTED that yet. Yeah, I'll have plenty to shop for.

 

[kris1973]

Well good for your every girl needs some nice or sexy unmentionables
I for one can't wait tell I can buy some that match the bra. It has been ages since I did that. Keep up the good work and remember to smile.

Kristin

 

[pearlieq]

Your shopping trip sounds like so much fun! It's kind of fun to go "unmentionable" shopping!

Hope you have a great long weekend and a wonderful Easter!

 

[Strings]

Hi Doreen,

I just wanted to wish you a fantastic shopping rip. I hope you find beautiful things at bargain prices. have a wonderful weekend.
Beth

 

[lulu201]

I hope your have a great shopping trip, Doreen. Stop and have an ice cream for me!

Have a happy, blessed Easter, Doreen, filled with joy and peace of Jesus Christ.

Love,
Erin

 

[pettyone]

Happy Easter Doreen!!

 

[septbride2002]

Happy Easter!