I have a theory. . .

[Debbie]

. . .and it involves, bears, dens and hibernation.

For some of us, winter is COLD and not inviting at all. So for us, we want to cocoon something awful. The end result is not having the motivation, stamina, or even the desire to stay the course.

As we see the sunshine more often-and for longer periods of time in a day-, the temperatures rise to something OVER the 0º C mark, we start to reevaluate where we are on this journey to a new, healthier ME.

Am I there yet? Well, I'm not getting up at (for now it's considered that %#&%) early hour, and I'm still not back to consistently recording my eats and exercises at Fitday . But I can start to see some small steps. And visiting this Board will be a goal for this week.

Thanks for being here---whether I am or not!

 

[My W*I*S*H*]

Boy, I'll second that one! I think you hit it right on the head!! I'm in N. Indiana, and it's just now becoming bearable to step outside...I actually went for a walk today...first time in AGES!


Here's to Spring, and WARM, and all that goes with it!! (And not having to wear 12 layers to get the mail!!)

Hang in there Debbie!

Robin

 

[ohMom]

i just said to mom not long ago -- can't wait for warmer weather and incorporate more dog-walking and bike-riding in the evening. that is when I saw good steady weight loss was with that extra activity. I'm looking forward to planting flowers and doing a better job tending them this year. just being outside and away from my kitchen!!!

 

[nativetxn]

Debbie, just where have you been? I've missed seeing you around here.

I think you are right about winter and short days making it tougher to stay motivated. Spring is getting closer though.

Now, don't stay away from WISH, we <i>need</i> you here!

 

[bunnyfoo]

I know exactly what you mean Debbie because I'm the same way. There's not much I want to do when it's cold and dark out so I usually end up staying home watching TV ... and of course when I watch TV, the snacks come out

Today is nice and sunny (first time in a long time) and I thought that I should go out for a walk after work Funny how the sunshine makes such a big difference. I can't wait for the warm weather and long days!

 

[JustMe28]

I TOTALLY agree! I can't wait for Spring to get here. I told this to a friend the other day and she replied, "Oh, I bet you can." LOL, Only because I have to.

 

[DoomBuggieDriver]

I agree, and I notice the types of food I prefer are the high carb comfort foods-mac n cheese, spuds, piles of pasta with meatball etc. Spring can't get here fast enough!
Kathy

 

[MelanieC]

Hi Debbie,

That's it.....one day at a time. The weather will be getting better sooner, and we will all have longer sunnier days to inspire us! Great job for setting one goal at a time!

 

[AKASnowWhite]

I SOOOO agree with you! The cold dark days just make me want to bake yummy bad-for-the-figure treats....oh, and of course EAT them as well....can't wait for spring time, fresh air and the chance to go out and work in my gardens!