Doreen's New Way of Life (comments are welcome)

[toystoryduo]

Good luck with your class today, Doe! God bless you!

Tracy

 

[septbride2002]

Doe I hope your day went well. I think it is great that you choose to brings food to work with you that will keep you away from the EVM. Sometimes it just takes a little planning a head. Look at you countdown! Only 15 more days until you and Todd have a relaxing long weekend in Disney. I know you are going to be needing this trip!

~Amanda

 

[DoeWDW]

I only have a few seconds to spare but wanted to pop in and reassure everyone that all is well. I missed posting yesterday - just too busy. If there was a panting smilie, I'd insert it here!

Class went very well yesterday, with few glitches and nothing we couldn't overcome. Since it's the second time I'm teaching this class, I'm much better at presenting the materials and using good examples. The participants seem to be learning a lot and having a lot of "aha" moments - "yes, this is what I need to do my job"! It's very gratifying to see!

Today is the second day of teaching the class and then I'm finished. I'll have to schedule more in the future but there are no more on the calendar at this point.

DS and DD are both doing well. Tonight is another whirlwind. DD has tennis practice and DS has to take his paperwork to the theater, then they both have band rehearsal from 7 to 9 PM. Tomorrow night and Saturday will be crazy as well, so I'm hoping for a relaxing Sunday!

Gotta run! Food choices have been fair but I haven't had time to eat very much at all. I have been drinking my water and faithfully taking my meds. No exercise to speak of, though. Oh well, I'm doing the best I can, and that's good enough.

I probably won't get to journals until Sunday, but know that I'm sending good wishes and hugs to all my WISH buddies!

 

[Auntmeme]

Hi Doreen - wishing you a stress free day full of goodness

 

[CheapMom]

Doe- you sound like you are doing very well EVEN with a crazy schedule. Wishing you a great day!
Mary

 

[luvmydogs]

Hi Doreen!

Oh my--how do you get it all done?! I am in awe!

I'm glad you're finding your class so enjoyable, and I bet it's really motivating to see your students having those Lightbulb Moments! I bet you're feeling great about it!

Don't worry about not making the best food choices lately. The way you're zooming around I bet you're burning up tons of calories!

I hope you enjoy your busy Thursday, Doe--just a few more days until your relaxing Sunday!

 

[Strings]

Hi Doe,

I hope today's lessons went well. I also hope you got to get outside for a few minutes of today. Enjoy your hectic evening.
Beth

 

[LAinSEA]

Doreen:

They call those "lightbulb moments", "teachable moments" in my Master's program. When the lightbulb is going off that is when you can reach your students the fastest and they will retain the most.

Good For You!

Have an amazing weekend.

-Laurie

 

[jodistar]

Hi Doe,

I just wanted to drop in and check up on you.....Wow, busy! Be sure to have a wonderful and relaxing weekend - you more than deserve it.

Jodi

 

[vald1977]

Hi Doe,
Boy, it has been a busy week for you. I'm proud of you for staying as OP as you can . Just think Sunday is only two short days away . Have a great night .

 

[Princess Michelle]

Doe, you are another one running like lightning! I just don't know how you ladies do it all!

I'm glad the class you are teaching is going well.

I hope your day was a great one!

 

[DoeWDW]

Class went very well yesterday. I spent the evening helping DD with homework - she skipped band rehearsal in favor of biology and English. I did manage to walk the puppy for a short distance - the first time I've done that in ages! It felt good and relaxing to be outside and unrushed.

I'm taking it slow this morning. I have to drive into work by myself today. For those who don't know, I have a daylight only driver's license. Now that the sun rises later, I have to wait to drive in. That means I get to stay later this afternoon, but the office will be quiet and I should be able to work without lots of interruptions.

The kids are both going with the band to an away football game. They'll get on the bus before I get home, so it will be very peaceful and quiet at home this evening. We were going to do some extra running to get DD to both the away tennis match and the football game (at a different school), but that didn't work out - I'm secretly thankful. Maybe I'll get another short puppy walk in!

I'm off into my day.

EDIT: 10:20 AM
I'm getting a lot done at work - babystepping through all those tough tasks I've been putting off. I'm proud of me!! I've found a Christian radio station at Live365.com that's keeping me focused on God's grace and love. I've never listened to Christian contemporary music before and I'm finding it uplifting. It reminds me that work is a part of my life but it doesn't need to be the focus of my life - I have a higher purpose. I am God's child and He is with me, even during work, guiding my steps, my words, my actions if I'll let Him.

I've taken the meds and am drinking lots of water. Breakfast was some fairly low-carb trail mix from the EVM. It's funny that the sugary junk which was so appealing yesterday doesn't look good to me at the moment.

I'm giving blood over lunch hour - the gift of life for someone who needs it.

Amanda, you've got me thinking about what I can do for me tonight. Haven't decided on anything yet, but you've planted a wonderful seed. Thanks for reminding me that I need to nurture myself. I'm a child of God AND a WISH princess - I deserve it!

 

[lulu201]

Good morning, Doreen. I appreciate your advice in my journal and the example you're setting--this peaceful tone is just what I need! I'm glad you're able to take the day as it comes and can look forward to a little peacefulness at home tonight.

I think the extra time you and DD are putting into school work is time well-spent; getting things under control right now, at the beginning of the year, is going to help in the long run. The transition back into the work and routine of school isn't always easy--I know because my own DD verbalizes this EVERY DAY!
Hang in there, sweetie; you're such a good mom.

Treat yourself kindly, WISH-sis.
Erin

 

[septbride2002]

Doe since the kiddos will be gone tonight this will be an excellent time to do something for yourself. You have been so busy lately and being such a good Mom - but you still do need to do things for you. Maybe you could take a bubble bath and read a book while you soak. Or maybe you could paint your toe nails and fingernails. Just do SOMETHING that is for you today.

~Amanda

 

[luvmydogs]

Originally posted by DoeWDW
I'm a child of God AND a WISH princess - I deserve it!

Oh Doe, I LOVE THIS QUOTE!

I'm so glad that you'll be having some time for yourself this evening! What will it be? Caviar, Godiva chocolates, or a sumptuous meal that your sexy French maid---Pierre!---prepares for you? Heck, I'd be happpy with a hot bath and a good book (oh OK, and the Godiva chocolates!)

Have a wonderful evening Doreen!

 

[LAinSEA]

Doe:

Your positive words today have certainly lifted my spirit too!

Don't over do and have a very peaceful weekend.

-Laurie

 

[Princess Michelle]

Doe, I hope you are enjoying a most peaceful and enjoyable evening!

I'm glad you got tuned into the Contemporary Christian music today! I'm a huge fan of this type of music, it really does lift the spirits and sooth the soul. Not to mention makes you want to get up and dance every now and then!

Have a wonderful weekend!

 

[CheapMom]

Hi Doe-
I hope you are enjoying a relaxing Saturday morning. When I read your journals I always get the feeling that Mon-Fri are like a marathon for you every week. Please take the time to unwind and relax this weekend.
Mary

 

[DoeWDW]

Yes, Mary, M-F DO feel like a marathon!

Last night, I came home tired. I donated blood during the day and that always wipes me out for the evening. DH, on the other hand, came home wired! I sent him out for a bike ride while puppy and I took a nap!

Today DH has been at his Dad's all day, helping with siding. I made breakfast for the kids & I, took DD to the eye doc for her annual checkup (all is well!), took DS to the mall for his movie theater uniform stuff ($200 in 1.5 hours ), and helped DD study her biology. I'm taking the rest of the evening off!

I've taken my meds. That's probably the most healthy thing I've done for me all day. Food choices have been fair - even though I'm not eating low-carb, at least I'm eating small portions. Exercise - can I count schlepping around the mall with DS?? Frankly, my healthy habits have taken a backseat to all the things I'm doing for the kids. I'm hoping things will slow down soon. Tennis season has only one more week. We have about 6 weeks left of marching band. I've been so busy that I haven't even thought about the weekend trip to WDW in 2 weeks.

No promises about downward, but I'm definitely moving onward!

 

[DoeWDW]

Sunday I helped with Sunday School - I get the month of October off. DH was at his Dad's again. I drove the kids and I to my parents to see some old friends - we had a nice visit. Then we came home and vegged for the rest of the day.

Today I'm off again. The house is trashed - every room is a total and complete disaster area. I've got my trusty timer so I'll be spending 10 minutes in each room until things are looking at least a little better.