Kim's new and improved life journal!

[kimwim8]

and 3yrs later I made myself open that drawer and yup, you guessed it.........I saw a dust bunny! A DUST BUNNY ON MY SKINNY PANTS!!!

OMG...that cracked me up!!!

Thanks!! I really needed that laugh!

Yes, tomorrow is going to be hard. Thanks for helping me through, guys.

Food for today:

B-fast: 1 egg (had 2, but it wasn't very good)
Lunch: 1/2 garden salad with chicken from Applebees
Snack: sugar free tastycake choc choc chip bar (no I'm not stuttering)
Dinner: 1/2 bologna & cheese sandwich and peanut butter twix (I know, I know) Thursday nights are gonna be the death of me. I'll have to pack dinner with my lunch & eat on my way to soccer or cheering or in-between.

Water: 70 ounces

See ya tomorrow!

 

[toystoryduo]

for your day tomorrow, Kim. It will be a sad day, but also a day for new beginnings. I hope it's a good day for everyone.

Take care and have a great weekend!

 

[Blueeyes101817]

hey buddy-
I know tomorrow is going to be tough for you, but just think about the good points--Both kids had great experiences at that daycare center and thats something you will all remember..i know it is going to be hard on both you and the teachers...Hang in there and just remember ,,,because of this great beginning, Jake is going to do great in kindergarten..Call me if you need me

 

[ScoJo15]

Kim -

Just a quick hello and wish that your day is going as well as it can....hang in there! He'll have so many great experiences ahead of him

Try and have a great day!

 

[CACruisin']

I was thinking about you today with DS's last day of daycare. What a big step you both took today. My oldest started middle school this week and my youngest baby starts preschool next week. they grow up too darn fast, don't they? Have a good weekend.

 

[kimwim8]

Hey guys....thanks for thinking of me/us yesterday. It was a really emotional day for me. Our daycare had a touchpad that we put in a code to unlock the door for each family. Yesterday when I put in our code....it didn't work!! That was my first sign it was close to the end. Then we had gifts to give out. We had special gifts for his current teacher and another that he had started with at 11 months (she has always kept up with him and he's still close to her)...but we also got a book or two for each classroom that my kids went through. So DS and I walked around to each classroom and gave out their presents. In the younger classes the teachers have changed and they kind of looked at me like I was a weirdo...but it doesn't matter, that's what I wanted to do.

I am also very close with the director (our sons are good buddies) and I told her what I did for each class, and that I included gift receipts with each one, in case it's something she didn't want for those classes or already had.

So, giving out the gifts went pretty smoothly until we got to the special ones. Both of those teachers teared up and got me going.

DS was good, though and really "up" about the whole thing. I left work early around 3:30 to make sure to have enough time to make the rounds to say goodbye to everyone we wanted to. It was then that other teachers/helpers really started to get upset. Now, I know we're just another family in that school...but I gotta say, both of my kids were like little mayors there. They knew everyone and everything that was going on. So they were involved in a lot and I'd have to say, they probaby got some special treatment.

So anyway, we made it out of there with some tears. Some of the teachers are coming to DD's taxi football games (she's cheering) and I have invited a couple teachers to DS's birthday party in October. So I'm happy we'll be seeing some of them again soon.

Unfortunately, I sucummed (sp?) to an emotional eating day yesterday. And this weekend I'm gonna do my best, but we have a few parties to go to and I'm just gonna do what I can. I'm hoping to get on the eliptical later today since it's pouring buckets outside and I'm not willing to run in that yet.

Have a GREAT holiday weekend, all!

 

[CJK]

Kim

Sounds like you and your kids are really special at that school. Although it was a very emotional day, it sounds like it was very touching in such a positive way. How fortunate for you and your children to have had such a wonderful experience there. You'll treasure it always.

I hope you have a nice weekend at the parties. Don't be hard on yourself about the emotional eating. You'll get back on that horse when you're ready. Take care of yourself!

 

[AmyBeth68]

Hi Kim,

Just sending you a cyber hug ((HUGS))....I know how hard it is when our babies grow up . My baby is going to school full day starting on Tuesday (sniff sniff). She's been my little buddy for so many years it's hard to imagine her being gone all day. But I know she's going to have a wonderful school year...just like your little guy. It's so much harder for us parents....the kids tend to just look forward to each new adventure while we're all emotional wrecks .

Hang in there buddy! I know it's going to be a bumpy week for you. And don't beat yourself up about the emotional eating...this hasn't been an easy week. I'm sure you'll be right back on track!! BTW...thanks again for sharing your pics of WDW...they were great and you look AWESOME!!!!!! You really do .

 

[kimwim8]

Thanks guys! I truly appreciate your help through this. Like Amy said...DS is just SO excited, while I'm just upset! I'm proud of him for transitioning so smoothly (so far). He's wanted this since DD went into Kindergarten 2 years ago.

Amy - it's GREAT to have you back! I'm heading over to your journal next!

Oh, and I did jump on the eliptical for 20 short minutes this morning. That's all the time I could spare unfortunately, but I kicked it up to a harder tension level, so it felt great. I also did some ab work. I plan on getting outside to run tomorrow.

Take care, all!

 

[Blueeyes101817]

hey buddy-
im glad that you will be seeing the teachers again--that will mean alot to you guys, and them--There have been times i went to my students birthday parties, soccer games, etc--i love it! I am sure they loved their presents and it was really nice to get books for the classrooms.

hope you are having a good weekend!

 

[kimwim8]

Hey guys...I've survived the crazy weekend. Just wanted to post quickly about my run this morning.

I went out at around 8am and decided to run for 40 minutes. I had no idea where I would run, or what distance it would be...but I thought I'd try a run by time instead of distance.

I started heading in my normal direction, but instead of turning where I normally do to go around the block, I stayed straight. I made my turn around at 20 minutes, and honestly felt the best I've ever felt when running. I wasn't pushing myself to finish a certain distance in a certain time....I was out for a run for the fun of it.

I made it back to the corner of my street at 42 minutes and decided I'd run an even 45 minutes. I made it to the stop sign at the end of my street (passed by my house). Then I turned around and walked home. It felt SO great to have that walk to calm my legs down at the end of it. (I usually run to my driveway and then walk in the house, stretch, and that's it). Actually, if DH didn't have to get to work this morning, I probably would have kept running!

So, of course, curiousity got the best of me, and I drove the distance in my car. It was EXACTLY 4 miles.

I'm so glad I had a good run. I needed it to enforce that I'm doing the right thing. There are still many times that I'll get home from a run and just be BEAT and wonder why I'm doing this. Like, aren't I supposed to be all pumped up now and ready to go for the day?? Most times, I don't feel that way. I love the running part and I truly believe I was pushing myself too hard worrying about increasing my time. Time to step back a bit and just enjoy the runs. When I do a race, I'll worry about times and pushing harder. For now, I'd like to go longer distances at an even pace.

 

[CJK]

Go Kim....go Kim.....go go go Kim.......

Back to basics is the best way to go!!!!! Forrest Gump would be proud. Didn't he run for the heck of it?

You've inspired me to go running tomorrow. Have a great week!!

 

[toystoryduo]

Way to go Kim! Sounds like you had a fabulous run! Keep up the good work!

 

[kmp1191]

Mornin' Kimmy!!
You did GREAT on that run!! Wow.....4 miles in 45 minutes!! That's a great pace!
I'm going to go running tonight....you've inspired me again!!
Oh....that book is really cute so far.....I could have finished it yesterday while driving home, but the traffic was a little heavy, so I had to pay attention to that....

Have a great week girlie....and thanks for listening!!
I still don't understand how you can grocery shop with BOTH kids??!! That's just crazy!!

marie

 

[kimwim8]

Thanks guys, for saying I inspired you! That makes me feel SO good! Good luck with your runs!!! (we really need a running smilie!)

Marie - yes...grocery shopping with both kids really stinks! Usually a few potty breaks (the first being right before my number is going to be called at the deli counter ) and a million "I need this, or I want this, or can I have this?"

I'm so glad you're enjoying the book. I've heard good things about it from friends that are pet lovers like you. So I thought I'd give it a shot. Did you transport yourself to the island while reading? How is that CD? It sounded good in theory!

Have a great day, everyone! I'm back on track with the eating again today (whew...need it after this weekend!)

 

[ScoJo15]

Kim --

GREAT RUN!!

That's what running is all about!! Love those days where you just wanna keep going...and when you feel great afterwards it's such a bonus Good job and keep up the great work! Good luck with the eating this week!

 

[Blueeyes101817]

hellooo lady!
You are doing great! you are an inspiration!
Keep it up!

 

[kmp1191]

I finished the book last night....told the kids not to talk to me until I was done! It was really good!! I laughed, I cried...it reminded me of Riese....and Gunner!!! Very good choice!! The cd is good too....I couldn't listen to it on the drive....TOOOO relaxing!!!

Have a great day kim!!
marie

 

[AmyBeth68]

Hi Kim

WOW!!!! What a fantastic run you had there girl!!! Congrats on getting out there and doing a super job .

How are you doing this week with your little guy off to school? Mine were so excited that it was hard to be sad lol.

Keep up the great work!!!! It sounds like you're right back on track with the running and nutrition. I'm so proud of you!!!!

 

[kimwim8]

Hey all!

Before I forget..here's my food for yesterday

B-fast - 2 eggs, 3/4 cup of cereal w/8 oz. skim milk
Lunch - LC meal, banana
Dinner - 1/2 cup leftover potato salad, turkey hot dog
Snack - 1/2 cup lite ice cream

Water: 90 oz!



Marie - I'm so glad you enjoyed the book. Hopefully you had some moments of peace while reading it.

Amy - My kids don't start school until tomorrow. So I have tonight to get upset as I get their clothes, snacks and backpacks all ready. I'm glad your girls were excited! That really helps.

I weigh in with Nancy tomorrow, and I think I'm going to tell her it's my last weigh in. I'll have to look back in my journal, but I've been on maintenance for several months now (I'm thinking maybe April or May) and I do know what I'm doing. I WANT to stay healthy, and when I fall off the wagon, I know to get back on. Besides....I have YOU GUYS!!! I sent her an email yesterday trying to bail...but she wants me to come in tomorrow and discuss things because she prefers for her clients to stay with her on maintenance. BUT - my question is....won't I be on maintenance for the rest of my life?? I'm sorry, but I'm not giving her $15/month (as little as that is) for the rest of my life. Am I nuts? (not a word from you, Marie or Jen )

OK, guys. Have a GREAT day, and thanks for stopping by!