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

[lulu201]

and , and plus many, many are being sent your way on this rainy Wednesday! You're doing a good job of riding the D-zone wave, Doreen; I'm back to the WISH and adding my support!

You're right to take things in those little baby steps. Could you tell me, though, who came up with the idea of having your D-Zone right next to the visit from the Easter Bunny??? Now was that nice?!?!

Still, it sounds like you're doing your very best to along and ride this wave. You can do it!

Put up your and walk bravely into this new day. Make your goals small and manageable; there's nothing that you can't do!

,
Erin

 

[DoeWDW]

I can truly feel all of you gathered around me and it's really helping me ride this D-Zone wave. I'm grateful for all of you!

Yesterday was definitely a step in the right direction. Lunch was a burger (no bun) w/ mayo & mustard followed by a piece of Trident gum to ward off the munchies. The munchies did get the better of me in the afternoon and I ate almonds and baby carrots - more than I should have - but no chocolate! I consider that a small victory!! We had errands to run last night and didn't get home until 8:30 - the rest of the family wanted pizza. I had 2 slices of thin crust loaded with veggie toppings. Then I gave in and had 2 breadsticks and 5-6 small pieces of Easter chocolate. At least I wasn't having an out-of-control binge! Believe it or not, this was MUCH better than the previous days! Baby steps.....

Today I'll take more baby steps toward my healthy living road. I brought an EAS Carb Control Rich Chocolate Fudge shake with me for the afternoon chocolate cravings!! Don't know why I haven't tried this before but I think it will do the trick!

Goals:
1. Meds & vitamins will be taken with breakfast.
2. Water - only had 4 mugs yesterday so I'll be working hard to drink all 5 today.
3. Food - sensible eating and no binging! Try to bring my carb level lower than yesterday.
4. Exercise - I did good at adding extra steps in yesterday so I'll do that again today. Can't wait for the sun to come back out tomorrow so I can walk outside - it's been raining every day for the past week here!

I'm feeling my usual D-Zone exhaustion and blue mood but, as Julie posted, I'm going to tread water for a couple more days. Let's hope TOM is on time - I don't want to spend any more time than necessary in the D-Zone!

I'm putting on my sunny smile, sticking my tongue out at the VEVM, banking on my secret weapon (my chocolate low-carb shake) and moving into the day!

 

[Strings]

Way to plan Doe,

Hey, if you can't beat the chocolate craving trick it with something that is on program. That is an awesome idea. I might steal that one.

Your plan for the day looks sound. I'll send you some and just to help you stick to it. I say you can kick the EVM today when noone is looking.


Beth

 

[septbride2002]

I hope your shake is really yummy! DH and I found some of these the other day and are thinking about ordering some - but so far we have put it off.

Those chocolate cravings are crazy aren't they? I had one on Monday and indulged in Mint Chocolate Chip ice cream - one word - delicious! They just seem to come out of no where and won't let go until they are satisfied.

You are doing great so don't let the EVM get in your way today! Just right over him and don't look back!

~Amanda

 

[DoeWDW]

So far, so good!!
1. Meds & vitamins taken.
2. Water - finishing my second mug - gotta start chuggin'!
3. Food - B = apple w/ PB, L = burger w/ mayo & mustard, piece of Trident to ward off the afternoon munchies for as long as possible. My afternoon snack will be my low-carb chocolate shake that is chilling in the fridge. Hopefully I can put it off until 3 or 3:30. Dinner - not sure - may have to stop by the store on the way home to pick up ingredients for mexican chicken a la Amanda or tuna salad. At least I'm home tonight - no running around for me!
4. Exercise - I've been walking down 5 floors using the stairs - have done this twice today already.

I'm even getting some WORK done at work!

 

[honeymo78]

Hey Doreen - lots of to help you through the d-zone. I'm so proud of you for taking the stairs and getting in some extra exercise. I am such an elevator user so to hear about you using the stairs even when you aren't feeling 100% is amazing to me. Here's to sunny days both literally and figuratively. I'm tired of this rain!

 

[luvmy2sams]

Hi Doe!

*** and lots of to help you battle through the D-Zone!

You're doing a great job with your goals, and I'm so proud of you for taking the stairs at work! What a great way to get in the exercise. Keep up the good work!

~Angela

 

[Samandmom]

Ok, sorry but I am horrible at these abbreviations. What is the D-Zone?
Doe, great job on taking the stairs.

 

[Carol36]

Doreen...thanks for writing in my journal. Believe me, I need all of the support that I can get! I have not read all of your journal, but you seem to be doing really well!

Keep up the good work!!!


Carol

 

[lulu201]

Good morning, Doreen! I just heard the weather--we're supposed to dry out and get some warm temperatures. If this keeps up we'll think we're living in Florida! Yeah, well, maybe. . .

Here's a big and some for your day. Keep walking those stairs and stay away from the ole EVM. I'd stay here and chat longer, but I have to get DD off to school and I have to pack a truckload of food to get me through the day.

I miss you and our fun walks.

Have a good day, Doe-Doe,

Erin

 

[Strings]

Hello Doreen,

I'm sending you some for the day. I know you will win this battle with Dzone today. I'm sending extra strong your way just in case. How did the chocolate shake do with your cravings yesterday? Is there another one packed for today?

Have a good day Doe,
Beth

 

[DoeWDW]

Good morning!!

Beth, the shake yesterday tasted kind of yucky - won't be buying those again! It was way too sweet with not enough chocolate taste. It DID keep me away from the EVM yesterday afternoon, so it wasn't a total waste. I think the idea is a good one - I'll just have to find a shake I like better.

Last evening, I had 2 slices of cold veggie pizza for dinner but then the Easter candy called me. I stopped after about 10 pieces. I've GOTTA break this addiction at some point but it will be easier when the D-Zone is over.

Samandmom, you asked about the D-Zone. I'll explain it in case anyone else is also confused. For the 2 weeks - 10 days before my period, I have intense food cravings, fatigue, blue mood / depression, bloating, etc. Someone (Erin, I think) started calling this the D-Zone - short for the Danger-Zone - because that's when I'm most vulnerable to going off my healthy habits and making some unwise food choices. Many women only find this a problem for 3-5 days prior to TOM (time of month, period) but I've been blessed with an extra long D-Zone.

So here we are at Thursday:
1. Meds & vitamins already taken.
2. Water - finishing my first mug.
3. Food - B = apple w/ peanut butter. L will probably be my burger w/ mayo & mustard unless I stroll to Subway for a wrap. D - here we go again with no firm dinner plan. This is definitely becoming a bad habit. I don't have any snacks with me either - I see a problem with this too!
4. Exercise - I'll be working more steps into my day and I'm planning to walk the puppy tonight - the SUN is out!!!!

I'm off to do the best I can.

 

[luvmy2sams]

Good morning Doe!

Your goals are shaping up really well this morning! You and I are having the same problem, though. No plans for dinner and no snacks to ward off those evil afternoon munchies! I'm heading to the grocery store this morning to stock up on some healthy alternatives so I won't get stuck in the rut of eating the same old (usually not the best choice) food night after night. It's so hard to break those bad habits!

I hope that you have a fantastic Thursday! Have fun walking the puppy!

~Angela

 

[Samandmom]

Doe, the D-Zone sounds like me right now. I have not been on plan since last week on Good Friday. That TOM guy really bugs me. Hopefully he will come and be gone soon.

 

[DoeWDW]

Well, yesterday was yet another day that started out filled with good intentions and ended up with me and the Easter chocolate. I can't wait until that stuff is gone! I have no willpower this week - I may as well admit it!

So today I'll start again with good intentions and then I'll just give up and be cranky and eat all the stuff I know I should be avoiding. I think PMS stands for my Primarily Miserable Self!!

The good news is that this will end - hopefully in another 2-3 days. The transformation in my outlook, my attitude, my willpower is just amazing.

I read Erin's journal today and I can sympathize. I'm also carrying around the proof of my good-timing. Confession time: the scale read 135 this morning. I think I like Erin's idea though - I'll give myself a week and then I'll claim whatever my weight is in my siggie. I'm not going to change my siggie or my WISH clippie for now - I think it would send me over the edge into yet another chocolate binge.

I haven't even been meeting my simplified goals most days. Maybe I should make them even simpler.
1. Meds & vitamins must be taken with breakfast - fortunately I've been meeting this goal every day.
2. Water - I've been trying for 5 mugs but have only been managing 3 or 4. How about if I strive for 3 today.
3. Food - all bets are off!
4. Exercise - I did walk the puppy last night - YAY! I'll be walking a little extra today.

Tonight is the big concert! I've been wanting to see Martina McBride for ages and she's opening for Alan Jackson tonight. My DH got us tickets in the 16th row! I'll get plenty of walking from the parking lot (out in the middle of a field) to the arena in Hershey where the concert is being held.

Now I'm off to get some work done and to try not to inhale too many carbs today.

 

[Strings]

Doe,

I'm sorry you have been having such a rough time at the moment.
You've done the right thing, making your goals managable today. You don't need any extra stress. Have a great time at the concert. It will be good for you to get out and relax. I noticed your clippie. You will be in the world in less than 2 months.


Beth

 

[LAinSEA]

Doreen: I'm so sorry that your suffering. It looks like you've got the monster back on the leash, so to speak. Maybe chocolate should be by perscription only...a refillable perscription. I've had my share this week too.

Please have a happy Friday and a restful weekend - do something for YOU!

-Laurie

 

[myhandd]

Hey Doe, I hope you get to feeling better...I am however going to have fine you one demerit for a TOM mention with a man lurking around....me!

Just so you know, I don't for one minute believe you when you told me there were two other men around here. I mean, I have no tangible evidence of them....I've never heard from them...and obviously you are continuing to talk as if there are no men here!

Anyway, for this reason I will be changing my nickname, 1 of 3 is history! I will take this evening and pick another.

Keep your chin up!

The former 1 of 3 signing off!

Dax

 

[lulu201]

Good morning, Doreen! How was the concert? Was it wonderful? I hope you had a GREAT time!

So, we're in this together. Now you said that you need a couple of more days. . .should I bring the wagon to your house on Monday morning and then you can jump on? We'll ride together?
Just think about it. . .

Doe-Doe, you know that I know what you're going through to some degree. In a few more days you'll be feeling more like yourself, just continue to ride the wave, eat up the chocolate , and prepare for re-entry. We know that we can do this together.

Last night I dreamed we were in Florida for the half marathon and I'd only walked a mile for my training. Guess that's my subconscious telling me I'd better get with the program. Hopefully I'll get outside to walk after DD and I get her room THOROUGHLY cleaned.

I'm on my way to teach my new Saturday students.

and more for you, my friend.
Erin

 

[DoeWDW]

Thank you to everyone who has stopped in here to offer me support, encouragement and smiles! You are all very much appreciated! Each one of you, in your own way, helps me to keep going through the tough days.

The concert last night was wonderful! DH and I had a great time together. Alan Jackson was good. However, my real reason for going was to hear Martina McBride live for the first time. She sounds just as amazing in person as she does on her recordings, which is very rare these days! I'll be treating myself to one or two of her CDs in the near future, because her music just lifts me up!

Today is Saturday. I did get to sleep in until 6:30 - heavenly to me, since I'm usually up at 5:30 every morning. I need to take DD shopping for something to wear to the band concert tonight. The kid who has refused to wear anything but pants now wants a skirt for the concert. Of course, she only tells me 2 days ago and this is the first chance for us to go shopping. She's so 14 but I love her anyway. Worst case, she'll just have to wear her black pants again. Oh well.

Hey, if I have to go to the mall anyway, I might as well pick up a Martina McBride CD, right???

The band director always picks such wonderful music so I'm really looking forward to the band concert tonight. DD plays clarinet and DS is playing the bari sax. My parents are coming also, so I'll have to clean up the house a bit, ok, a lot!

I'll be busy, but it will also be a fun day. Tomorrow I help with Sunday School at church but the rest of the day is free for laundry, cooking, and relaxing.

I think it's going to be a good weekend and hopefully by the end of it, the D-Zone will be over AND the Easter candy will be gone!