Lulu201's Back In Action Journal

[lulu201]

The snow is deep and beautiful. The sun is shining and the wind is blowing. I still want to move to Florida, but from where I sit in a cozy warm house, I can deal with the snow!

Today I don't have high expectations for myself. We're going to bake some brownies and I plan to have one and to enjoy it. I'm not going to binge eat, but I am going to be more relaxed with everything. . .it's a day off from exercise according to the training schedule, and it's a day off from point counting. I AM going to keep track of what I eat, though. I want to have it as a point of reference for the rest of the week. I'll do water, vitamins, devotions, etc., but whenever I get around to it. I know that I like my healthy living routine and I'm striving to live by it consistently, but I don't want to be compulsive. I want my DD to see some balance instead of huge extremes. As it is now, I'm sure she'll always remember the mother from her childhood/teen years as one who dieted dramatically and binged back up the scale. I'm not proud of that, but this yo-yoing is something that she's unfortunately witnessed. I often wonder how it'll impact on her as she becomes and adult. I don't feel good about that. At the same time, I know that none of us are perfect persons, and I hope that she'll be able to sort through the compulsiveness and see me as a woman who tried. . .tried to get a handle on all of this.

My house isn't perfectly clean, but it's decent enough that I can relax and be content. I'm going to do a load or two of wash, write some of those thank yous I'm still doing, and maybe do some crocheting. Maybe I'll try out the fitness DVD that came in the NBC packet. . .we'll see.

to anyone visiting here today.

Erin

 

[lulu201]

OK, well let's be real here. I didn't write any of my food down yesterday and I didn't eat in moderation. It wasn't waaayy overboard, but it was more than was necessary, that's for sure. Note to self: not worth it.

January 25, 2005

Plan for today:

1. Devotions: 20/31
2. Vitamins: 21/31
3. Water: 20/31
4. Exercise--walked 3 miles at Bally's in 44:13, ran a lap around the track 16/31 Tomorrow I'm going back for weight training.
5. Food: b: oatbran eng. muffin w/pbutter and coffee (7), yogurt and almonds (4). Snacks will be orange (1) and veggies (0) and a string cheese (2). D: McDonald's salad (10) Total for day 24. Available points: (T+AP)=25
6. Scale--23/31

Still in my bathrobe, haven't done a darn thing. DD has 2 hour delay. Every other school district around ours is off, but not us. DD is depressed.

I've got to get a start on all this--
Erin

Edit: Figured out why I'm a grouch today: I have tons to do and am feeling quite stressed. It seems like I can never get all the stuff done that I need to do! Mondays always make me feel this way. I'm going to on out and jump right into some projects I need to complete; it'll make me feel better to get it done. No more procrastination!

 

[DoeWDW]

We WISH sure do stick together, don't we? I didn't eat as I should have all weekend, either. I didn't make HORRIBLE choices but I didn't give my body the best food I could. Sounds like we're in the same , dear Erin.

Today is a new and beautiful day, full of promise and possibilities. Let's walk the walk together. Take refuge in your healthy living routines. Crank up that treadie and boost those "feel good" endorphins. Drink up and flush out your system. Eat healthy and take those vitamins.

We're making a difference, Erin, one day at a time. All we have to focus on is today.

 

[septbride2002]

Morning Erin! Ya know we all slip up now and then. Looks like all 3 of us had issues this weekend. Mine was fried ice cream! Ya know what is important - that we stand up today and say "I'm taking it back!" Take back the control - plan your meals, drink you water, exercise. Basics! These are the tools to success and we all know it!

Have a good day Erin! Sorry to hear school isn't closed for your DD I remember those days well....*sigh* Try to stay indoors where it is warm and snuggly.

~Amanda

 

[geetey]

Hi Erin!
I am so impressed with your exercise! You are really taking good advantage of your Bally's. GOOD FOR YOU!!
Don't worry about your DD. I think she will look back and see a strong woman who never gave up, but was health conscious and doing the best she could. None of us are perfect. I think it is more realistic for our daughters to see us striving each day to make good choices, versus having the mother that 'appears' perfect. to you.
Have a GREAT week!! I know you are going to finish up January with a BANG!!

 

[lulu201]

Good morning, everyone. Today's Jan. 25th. I think I wrote that YESTERDAY was Jan. 25th--oh, well, some days I'm like that. Here's the scoop for today:

1. Devotions: 21/31
2. Vitamins: 22/31
3. Water: yeah, I'm going to drink some
4. Exercise: no, I'm not going to work out
5. Food: oh, I stunk at this yesterday. Came home and ate my way through the kitchen. I hope to do better today, but I'm feeling low.
6. Scale: I'll get on it later.

I'm feeling kind of wiped today. I don't know why exactly. I've got a drs. appt. at 10 (not for being wiped ) and then I'm going to hang around the house and get some work done before I go to the studio at noon. DD has a concert this evening. Just feeling blah today. Maybe I need more coffee.

Bye!
Erin

 

[MelanieC]

Hi Erin,
Sorry your feeling down and "blah"! Sending some pixie dust so that you feel some !

Have a good day!

 

[DoeWDW]

Here's an extra , some extra and , and a generous sprinkle of pixie dust to help you through your blahs today. We can both make it through the day! We've been here before. We'll plod our way through it, looking for the bright spots (DD's concert! ) and tomorrow will find us feeling better.

Oh, and just to perk up your smile, here's a bouquet....


You are loved by so many, dear Erin. Close your eyes and feel that love all around you today.

 

[septbride2002]

Enjoy your coffee and I'll send some to perk you up! Maybe try to take a nap later if you can.

~Amanda

 

[toystoryduo]

Good morning Erin!

I'm sending you lots of and to help you get through your day today. I'm also sending over some extra coffee, just in case.

Take care, Erin!

 

[plutosmyfav]

Hi Erin,

Maybe you just need extra rest!

swishing the blahs away....

Sundie

 

[Auntmeme]

Sorry you are feeling blah today, maybe tonight you gathered all that pixie dust and are feeling the love

How was the scale? I'll make a deal and give my donuts & danish can you see my bet? how about a raise? what's in your kitchen that you are willing to part with

 

[Strings]

Erin,

I hope this evening finds you in better spirits. I know this weather and lack of sunshine are affecting most of us. I hoep you get some good rest tonight, and feel better tomorrow.
Beth

 

[Princess Michelle]

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[lulu201]

January 26, 2005

Boy, am I craving sunshine. I'd love to be with and right about now!

OK, here's the scoop:

1. Devotions 22/31
2. Vitamins 23/31
3. Water--have had some; yesterday was 21/31
4. Exercise--for some reason, I'm avoiding it today. Maybe because I only got 5 and a half hours sleep? Yesterday I was 16/31
5. Food--Yesterday I was 16/31 I have just slacked off the last couple of days miserably. I want to pull myself back onto program today. B--one slice of whole wheat toast w/pb, coffee w/cream
6. Scale 25/31

I've got an early a.m. appointment to observe one of our teachers. I was out late last night for DDs concert, got to bed really late. . .today I just want to take it easy. I don't think that's a good attitude to have, but that's the one I got! Yikes, I'm in a dangerous place.

I went to the dr. yesterday and got some new migraine meds to try if I need them. Hopefully I won't.

Thanks, everyone, for stopping by yesterday. Your posts made me smile. You guys really know how to up a day. Oh, and thanks for the coffee, Michelle. It was just the way I like it! Maybe I had too much, 'cause this was me at 11:30! (oh, yeah, I love a new smilie!) Thanks, Doreen, for the bouquet. There's nothing smilie blossoms to brighten things up!

OK, so I'm off into the day, just taking it kind of slow.
Erin

 

[Strings]

Good Morning Erin!

I love the new smilie as well. I am also tired today. We need the real ! Dreaming of WDW will have to do.

SO you are observing today. Does that mean that you can sit in the corner ansd watch, or do you need to participate? If you are in a corner, grab a coffee and make your notes.

I am sending to help with your day.

Remember you are a
Take care,
Beth

 

[DoeWDW]

Take it easy today, as much as you can. We all deserve a day when we can take things slow.

I'm headed to the grocery store tonight, which means I'll be planning menus today. Maybe some new recipes would help you get excited about OP food again? It's always fun to sprinkle some new yummy food in with our tried and true regular meals. Make extra and freeze it for those busy days when you don't have the time or energy to cook.

How about livening things up with a song?
I can see clearly now, the rain is gone.
It's gonna be a bright, bright sunshiney day!

 

[septbride2002]

Are we dancing?
I love this new guy!

Okay girlie I am sending you lots of today! I know what you mean about being tired - I feel the same way. I am dragging today so I am also going to skip my workout. But ya know (and I say this with love) skipping our workouts does not mean we should ignore the rest of our basics. Water and Food. I'm going to be extra low carb today if I can and really focus on drinking lots of water. Of course this will be after I enjoy my coffee (can't live w/o that!).

Have a good day and remember to write down everything you eat!

~Amanda

 

[MelanieC]

Hi Erin,

Take it easy today. We definately need some take it slow days. I think all this snow and 'blah" has given everyone a very bad case of the blah's. I can't wait for the to return and it to get warm again.

Have a good day.

 

[Auntmeme]

Hope you have had a fantastic s l o w day You are looking fabulous & you will be feeling fabulous when you get some sleep

How are the menus going? are you lcarbing or wwing? Doe is so sweet with her song for you, you guys make me smile