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

[Princess Michelle]

Woo Hoo! Party at Kim's house!!! I'll be there in about 8 hours!

Doe, I told Kim that if you are going to get Tom Cruise for her then I want Val Kilmer!

I hope you have a wonderful time celebrating your mom's birthday tonight!

 

[vald1977]

Hi Doreen,
Just stopping by to wish you a terrific Sunday !

 

[lulu201]

for your new day, WISH-sis!

Erin

 

[jodistar]

Hi Doreen,

I just wanted to Wish you a wonderful rest of your weekend.

 

[septbride2002]

Good Morning Doe. I hope you woke up to a beautiful day today like I did. I know you are probably at work and getting ready to start your day. Remember to make good choices and drink up your water . Try to make time for a walk and everything else will just fall into place. I'm sending you a , a and some for the day!

~Amanda

 

[Strings]

Hi Doreen,

I hope you are having a wonerful and peaceful day. I understand what you mean about DM's bday. Won's is 9/11 too. I know you made it wonderful for her. I am sending you to help you through TOM DZONE. Keep drinking the water.
Have a great day,
Beth

 

[DoeWDW]

Saturday went very well. My mom really enjoyed the birthday festivities. My present to her was a portable CD player with some CDs. She played the CD filled with hits from the 50s at the party! We had a blast singing and dancing! My teenagers had a blast rolling their eyes! Even they were singing along after a while!

Yesterday was a busy one. I helped at Sunday School and then DH and I walked 4 miles at a fundraiser for diabetes. We went to the start line early and started walking 20 minutes before everyone else so I could walk at race pace without tripping over strollers. I felt great - no hip pain or shin pain! YAY!

Today I just couldn't get into work mode so I stayed home! Actually, DD is home from school - not feeling well. I think it's more exhaustion than anything. DH and DS left this morning and DD & I both went back to sleep. It's noon and I just got up - DD is still sleeping. I think we both just needed the extra rest.

The TOM ride is over and I now get 2 weeks of happy moods and less cravings - WOO HOO!! I'm going to make the most of it! DH and DS have both offered to walk with me on a regular basis so I'm going to put walks on the family calendar!

Thanks, all, for stopping by and helping me smile this morning!!

 

[luvmydogs]

Hi Doreen!

WOW! It sounds as though you had a fun-filled and busy weekend! How much fun was it to sing and dance along to those '50 tunes--what a BLAST!

I think it's great that your DH and DS are going to be joining you on your walks--you all get your exercise and great family time! You're setting a terrific example for your children to follow!

I hope you and DD are feeling better. Sometimes sleep is the missing ingredient, isn't it?! Have a great day, Doe!

 

[DisneyEnthusiastic]

Hi Doe...just stopping by to say I always enjoy reading your journal. It just reminds me that we all have our ups and downs...but you seem to always find the good and get back on track. You are so inspirational! Thanks for sharing with us!

Gail

 

[lulu201]

Happy Tuesday, WISH-sis! Hope this finds you and DD feeling better and ready to take on a new week. Sounds like you all have some great plans for family fitness--the more, the merrier, right? Talking and walking sure makes the time go faster.

Enjoy your day and remember to wade through the emails and the stacks of "catch up" work with baby steps.

and are coming at 'cha!
Erin

 

[DoeWDW]

I'm back at work and DD is back in school today. I think we both just needed a little down-time to regroup and recharge. We both faced today with much more energy and vigor!

Reading Erin's journal has gotten me thinking about my daily walk with God and my daily struggles with food and exercise. My life in general has seemed so divided, with so many different areas of focus crammed into each day. It's no wonder that I would feel defeated at the end of every day, because when there are too many "to-dos" there's no way to do them all. It's impossible to be a good Christian / wife / mother / dog owner / employee / housekeeper / cook / exerciser / healthy eater / grocery shopper / appointment minder / daughter / sister / friend / etc. all in one day. I have set my bar of expectations way too high. I truly need God's help and strength to guide me to the most important things and His wisdom to get me through my day knowing that I've done enough. God needs to be in control - not me.

So today I will pray and then listen to where God leads me.

I've taken my pill and started on my water - I'm off to a good start. The rest will be in God's capable hands, as long as I can let go of my controlling nature.

 

[Auntmeme]

You are in great hands

Have a terrific Tuesday! all will work out for the best cause you deserve it

 

[vald1977]

Hi Doe,
Sounds like you and DD had a nice relaxing Monday. Sometimes we just need a day off, don't we ? Have a great Tuesday !

 

[luvmydogs]

Hi Doe!

I'm so glad that you and dd are feeling better today--sometimes a little "down time" can just do wonders!

Your last post really made me think. You're so very right. So many women set the bar so high for themselves then feel like failures when they can't "do it all." Some days are better than others, but sometimes life's inevitable twists and turns put up a hurdle or two (or twenty)! I truly believe that God put us here to love and care for each other, so I'm sending you all my thoughts and best wishes for a day of happiness for you!

 

[CheapMom]

Doe- You sound like you're all recharged and ready to go. Nobody can score 100% on all their goals all the time. (And even if it were possible everyone would hate you from jealousy!!!) You are doing great. Wishing you a successful day!

Mary

 

[Strings]

Hi Doe,

I'm glad you and dd took a day off. With so much to do everyday, a day to relax is definately needed.

You are right that today's woman is overtaxed. We play so many roles , that it is no wonder most of us are exhausted. i hope your plan today worked, and that you through the day.

Have a good evening,
Beth

 

[DoeWDW]

Well, I was not as successful yesterday as I would like to have been, but I made a start. Today I will again search for God's still, small voice of guidance and comfort. I did pray that He would speak a little louder, because my inner voice of anxiety and fearfulness is pretty loud!

I stayed up last night until 1:45 AM. DD was working on homework that she had let slide. I think she's just about caught up now, although she'll have to work hard to stay that way. I knew if I stayed up to keep her company, she'd stay on it instead of getting further behind.

I've taken my meds and started on my water. I got to the grocery store last night so I have healthy food with me for breakfast and snacks, and I'll buy a burger for lunch. Tonight is another busy one - DD has a tennis match so I'll be there to cheer her on.

Today is a new day, a fresh start. I'm tired but I'm willing to try another day of healthy living with God's grace and love.

EDIT: 8:45 AM
I'm trying out Erin's TW idea of eating when hungry. I didn't scarf down my breakfast the moment I got to work. I'm now hungry and looked at all my choices to see what sounded good to me. I'm having my beloved apple with peanut butter - YUMMY!

I'm also trying to eat more mindfully. I won't be working while eating my apple, like I usually do. I'm going to savor it and really TASTE it. I'm going to allow myself 5 minutes to be centered and quiet, so I can return to my work refreshed and energized.

EDIT: 1:15 PM
The day is going well. I feel surprisingly calm, with a quiet energy. I thought I'd be really dragging by now, but I'm feeling quite good!

I just finished some baby carrots (love that CRUNCH!!) and a raspberry yogurt. I didn't buy anything for lunch because I just wasn't all that hungry. I know I'll be hungry later this afternoon and I have some almonds in my desk drawer, but for now I'm satisfied.

Work is going well. I'm baby-stepping my way through my assignments and making some progress, trusting God that I'm on the right track. The sense of peace that I'm feeling, instead of the usual anxiousness and fear, tells me that I must be doing it right. I can feel His presence with me and its giving me both comfort and joy this afternoon. I'm feeling so very blessed.

EDIT: 3:45 PM
I just had some almonds to tide me over until I get home. It's been a good day. I only ate the food I brought and there were NO trips to the EVM!! This is a major victory!

 

[Strings]

You are a great Mom, Doreen,

It is amazing the amount of homework kids have now. Katie even has homework. Of course, it is just a book from the preschool's library to read every night, but it is homework. She feels like a big kid.

I'm going to take your advice and have a picnic for dinner. Katie loves them. Thanks for the suggestion.

I am sending energzing your way. I am glad you have planned ahead and have snacks. I have a harder time resisting EVM when I am tired.

Have a good day, and Good Luck to DD in her tennis match.
Beth

 

[lulu201]

Gentle s for you this morning, dear WISH-sis. What a wonderful, sweet mom you are. It sounds like you gave DD quite a gift last night--encouragement and company--you helped her make it through. I don't know if I could've done that; I'll remember your example of parenting when push comes to shove at our house.

You're in my thoughts and prayers today, Doreen, but you know that. Sometimes it's so hard to get through a day--especailly when we're tired--but you've set yourself up to treat yourself well in spite of the fatigue. Meds, water, healthy food--you're off to a good start for the day.

I hope you all can relax after the match this afternoon. Try to get some extra zzzzzz's of you can.

Thinking about you,
Erin

 

[Auntmeme]

Another day Hope you have a wonderful Wednesday and keep those ears open

Homework till 1:45 - oh my what a great mom you are!

Savor that apple and stay focused for lunch & dinner. Any walking?