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

[septbride2002]

Oh Doe I am sorry to hear that you are feeling bad. I hate to be sick, so I can only imagine how awful you must feel! I'm sending lots of Cyber and to you. I'll also try to send your attitude back to you.

Be sure to take care of you today. You might want to try some diet white soda for setteling your tummy. Otherwise it is okay to go off plan to help feel better.

~Amanda

 

[vald1977]

Sorry you're feeling so icky, Doe . I'm also sending some healing pd your way so you will feel better soon . Take care.

 

[LAinSEA]

Doreen:

I sure hope you are feeling better - yucky tummy problems - tell them to go away!

I'm happy to hear that it's just the tummy though and not the D-monster. No good to have both.

Your goals have inspired me...dare I make some of my own? Thanks for stopping by my journal over the weekend. A "litter box trained puppy" - wow! We have a "littermaid" autoclean-litter box for the cats, but it's kind of like have a house full of children and only one bathroom. It's a revolving door - but much easier to keep clean.

-Laurie

 

[lulu201]

to you, my dear friend, Princess Doe-Doe. Here I am, off spending money at our favorite walking mall (it wasn't quite the same without you, I must say), and you're home feeling all sick. I'm so sorry. I hope you're starting to feel better.

How are things with Maya? I think the litter box thing is fascinating; how is Maya taking to the great outdoors?

Hmmm, you've had a day or two off plan. Sorry, nope, you can't compare to me--I haven't moved my clippie since March 31st! Now, don't get me wrong, I'm not proud or anything, but I hope you're not despairing because you're sick and don't feel like Pilates. Bag it until you feel better and then you can do it happily once again! The same with eating and everything--listen to your body; you'll know what to do.

Here's another , Doreen. Please get well soon.
Erin

 

[gadizlover]

I am so sorry to hear you are not feeling well, I know there are a lot of icky things going around right now

You said:

If anyone sees my sunny attitude wandering around, would you please send it back to me?

Well, I know you left some sunshine in my journal, and I'm sure in others - and with you feeling sick too. So I think it must be there with you still

I just wanted to let you know how much I appreciate your postings on encouragement- and hope you get to feeling much better really soon.

 

[DoeWDW]

Final recap for Wednesday 4/7
1. Meds (yes) & vitamins (no) 5/7 71%
2. Water - did better than yesterday but not enough for goal 5/7 71%
3. Food - not even close to low carb 5/7 71%
4. Exercise - walked the puppy (.5) 4/7 57%

Yesterday is in the past. Today is where it's at and I'm feeling better! I'm not at 100% yet but it will be an on-plan make-all-the-goals kind of day!

Apparently my sunny attitude has found it's way home!

I managed to take my meds yesterday (even though they made my tummy sicker!) and I slept much better last night - must've had something to do with me feeling better today!

Today:
1. Meds & vitamins with breakfast.
2. Water - all 5 mugs!
3. Food - B = string cheese, apple w/ PB, L = burger w/ mayo & mustard, S = 7 almonds, 5 baby carrots, D = ?? - nothing planned yet.
4. Exercise - didn't do my Pilates this morning so I doubt it will get done. I do plan to walk the puppy if it isn't raining tonight.

The puppy training is fizzling. Maya is so scared of the outside that I'm working on that first. She used to run and hide when I jingled her collar & leash. Now she will at least stand about 10 feet away from me and watch me. Last night I walked outside into the back yard and left the door open and she was brave enough to venture out and run to me. She didn't fight when I bent down to put her collar on. I would not recommend letting most dogs have access to the great outdoors without a leash but Maya is such a scared puppy that she will run directly to me and stay within one foot of me at all times. After I put her collar on we had a nice run around the back yard and then took our usual 15 minute walk. I always take her on the same route so she can become more confident and relaxed, knowing what to expect. The outdoor potty training will have to wait until she is happy to have her collar and leash put on and go outdoors or until DH decides to fence in our yard (like THAT'S gonna happen!). DH will just have to get over it.

I spent lots of yesterday catching up on journals - did all the As thru most of the Ss. I'll be finishing the rest today. I love catching up with what's going on in everyone's journals!! Everyone here is such an inspiration to me! I can see myself in so many of the posts - when I've been doing well or when I've struggled. It's great to know we've all got each other for support and encouragement! I would have given up long ago if it weren't for these journals!

 

[Strings]

Hi Doe,

I'm so happy that you are feeling better this morning. Just remember to take it easy. It sounds like you have the right approach with Maya. You can't expect her to train while terrified. Poor Puppy. This is going to be a long process.

Your plan looks sound. I hope you have a good day.

Beth

 

[ZerasPride]

Doe!

I'm just catching up with you. It sounds like your sunny disposition is back today! I hope training your doggie to go outside works out for you. I recently heard from one of my co-workers about doggie litter boxes and all I could think of was didn't I think of it first!

I love reading your journal as well as all my other WISH buddies and know I couldn't have gotten as far as I have on this long journey without the support and encouragement I get from reading journals and posting my own. It's nice to have friends on this road to health, fitness and success! {{{hugs}}} to you!

 

[Castillo Mom]

Hi, just stopping in to say a quick hello. Hugs to you too Doreen, we're in this together through thick and thin (hopefully more thin). Glad to see the came your way. Can you pass some along this way? Have a great weekend Doreen!

 

[sharoncity]

Glad your feeling better Doe! And happy to see the back in you post!!
Sounds like you are armed and ready for today. I'm sure that lovely bear will be rolling his number tonight. Stick to your guns Doe and walk the straight and narrow!!
Have a great day!!
TTFN-
Sharon

 

[DoeWDW]

I'm feeling better and better today!

Goals so far:
1. Meds & vitamins taken.
2. Water - working on my last mug!
3. Food - followed my plan from this morning to the letter! I still don't know what I'll have for dinner though - I see a danger spot looming!
4. Exercise - none yet.

Hey, I'm doing pretty well so far! I've turned up my nose at the EVM - gotta nip those cravings in the bud! I've even gotten a good amount of real work done today - am feeling more confident about that also!

Life is good!

 

[Strings]

Way to recover Doe,

You are right back on track. I know that you will get a healthy dinner. There is always Chicken ala Amanda. She shared the recipe with me. Sounds yummy. If you don't feel like the exercise tonight, do it in the morning. You are still recovering. Get a good night's sleep with sweet dreams this time. I'm out of mom mode now.

Beth

 

[myhandd]

Doe,

I won't bore you with the details, but I blame you for causing me to change my moniker!! I will no longer be TOFGIA, I will now be referred to as 1 of 3. Check my post for further details! LOL.

Thanks for the info on SB. I also wanted to say that I know what you mean about not planning each meal. When I have no plan, I make poor choices. That is what is so great about Atkins, I pretty much know what I am going to eat every meal.

Anyway, have a nice weekend,

1 of 3 signing off!

Dax

 

[DoeWDW]

Final recap for Thursday 4/8
1. Meds & vitamins - yes! 6/8 75%
2. Water - drank all 5 mugs! 6/8 75%
3. Food - cheat free! Dinner was a Subway wrap! 6/8 75%
4. Exercise - none. 4/8 50%

I made 3 of my 4 goals - not bad at all! I just can't seem to get back into the exercise groove, but it will come in good time. I'm not going to obsess about it at the moment.

Today:
1. Meds (yes) & vitamins (will take shortly)
2. Water - 1 mug down, 4 to go
3. Food - B = string cheese & apple w/ PB, L = burger w/ mayo & mustard, S = 7 almonds & 5 baby carrots. D is up in the air again. Over the weekend I hope to plan some meals and have more stuff ready to go, like tuna salad.
4. Exercise - none yet but walking the puppy looks like a good bet this afternoon!

I am at work - this is not a holiday for us. I usually ride to work in a vanpool but the vanpool did not go today. I drove in by myself. This wouldn't be a big deal for most people but I only drive in my local town because of my bad eyesight (I have a daylight only license). I borrowed the vanpool's pass for the parking garage, but when I got here, the garage was closed! Now my van is parked on the street at a meter that sucks down $1.50 an hour with a 2 hour limit. I'm a bit stressed, to say the least. I'm trying to take all this in stride - I know lots of people deal with this on a daily basis - but I'm finding it hard to relax. I keep doing breathing exercises every few minutes to calm my nerves. Then I get the fun of driving home! Maybe I should put in a vacation day slip and just go home now! Of course I have one meeting and I'll have to move the van right in the middle of it. Maybe I'll leave at lunchtime. If anyone has any spare prayers this morning, please send one up for me.

OK, I've written enough of a novel. I tend to babble when I'm nervous.

Onward into a Friday!

 

[Strings]

Doe,

You are definately in my prayers today. It is ok to be nervous today. You started out your day out of your comfort zone. You are also dealing with something that is ongoing-moving the car every 2 hours. You will make today. If you feel it is too much, taking off at lunchis a great idea. You would also get a jump start on the weekend. At lunch, maybe you could take a walk before you decide. It might help center you. Doe, with stress you might get an attack of the munchies. Watch out for EVM. Keep up the deep breathing.

I'll be sending you and .


Beth

 

[toystoryduo]

Doe,
Sending out lots of prayers and for you today. I hope that your day goes well. Just remember to do what is best for you today. Take good care of you!

Tracy

 

[sharoncity]

Doe - Prayers, and are winging their way to you this AM. Always tough to start your day on that kind of note! I think taking off at noon is a super idea if you can arrange it. Traffic might be heavy later due to the holiday. And if you leave at noon, you will have extra time to fit some exercise into your day!! And Pilates is very relaxing, right?! Sounds like a plan to me Doe!
Have a good day whatever you do Doe. Know that all your WISH buddies will carry you in their thoughts and prayers today and help lift you over whatever rough spots you encounter.
Heres extra for you too!
TTFN-
Sharon

 

[DoeWDW]

Beth, Tracy & Sharon - thanks soooo much for your prayers and encouragement! Boy do I need them today!

I had a friend at work move my car for me. Now I'm only paying $1.00 an hour and hopefully can leave my car there for the rest of the day. I'm feeling better - a little less stressed. At lunch, I'll walk down to the garage and see if they're open - if so, then I'll move the car to there so I won't have to worry about running out to put money in the meter this afternoon. I can get through this!

Beth, thanks for the munchie monster warning! I can feel it trying to rear it's ugly head but so far I'm keeping a lid on it. I may eat 2 snacks today (of food that's on plan) just to keep from feeling hungry at all. A couple extra good carbs are certainly better than those peanut M&Ms in the EVM, especially since I can rarely stop with only ONE pack of M&Ms!

I was productive at my meeting this morning. Now I've got some work at my desk to take care of. I can start to breathe easier.

Since I've had such a stressful day, though, maybe I can talk DH into taking me out for dinner! Hmmm, Outback sounds good or our local hangout, Hennigan's - pretty much any place where someone will take my order & bring my food to the table will do!

 

[vald1977]

Hi Doe,
I'm so happy to hear things are looking up for you. I completely understand how you feel about the driving thing. I had to give it up becuase I couldn't see well enough to be comfortable and I kept having anxiety attacks while driving. I applaud you for being able to get through it. Hope you get that nice dinner out tonight !

Have a wonderful day !

 

[lulu201]

Hello, dear Doe-Doe. You're in my prayers, girlfriend. Sure glad you got the van moved; that's one less thing you have to worry about.

and blessings for the rest of your day,
Erin