Lulu201's Healthy Living Journal--Just trying my best to walk the walk! Come on by!

[Strings]

Hi Erin,

You were very productive today! I am impressed. Your dinner doesn't sound weird to me. If it appeals to you, it will satisfy you. That is half the battle, sweetie.

I hope your evening is peacefu. I am sure that the reading your devotions will help with that.

Take care of yourself,
Beth

 

[lulu201]

Good morning! Let the Friday party start!

Thanks Beth and Doreen for coming by my journal yesterday; I appreciate your visits.

Yesterday I did OK, all things considered. I got home at 8 and was pooped, so I watched "Survivor" with my family and then headed to bed to watch "The Apprentice." By 10:15 I was on my way to dreamland.

Let's see how things are shaping up for today:

1. Devotions It's the simple things that give us pleasure.
2. Vitamins
3. Water--had a little bit
4. Exercise--did a short little walk with Mickey; that's all I have time for today.
5. Food--had an English muffin early this a.m.; I'm having another breakfast out with a friend.
6. Scale--getting weighed at the drs. was enough yesterday!

I've got a full day ahead: breakfast out, early dismissal for DD, have to go to KMart again, have to pick up dog's pills at vet, will teach this afternoon and early evening. Plans for tonight include watching chick flicks and crocheting--maybe starting some laundry. . .

I'm moving out into the day and looking Upward!

Erin

 

[septbride2002]

Survivor was brutal last night wasn't it? WOW! The phrase Kick 'em when they are down has never been so rightly used!

You sound like you have a busy day ahead - be sure to do something fun for yourself! What chick flicks are you watching?

~Amanda

 

[pearlieq]

We have the same Thursday night TV schedule! DH is a reality junkie, and he never fails to get me sucked in!

Survivor was brutal! I can't imagine how hard it's going to be for her along. I hope a camera crew stayed the night with her--I would be terrified!

Sounds like your day is packed! I hope all goes well.

Have a great weekend!!!

 

[toystoryduo]

You know what Erin? I came to your journal this morning and read the first line, "Let the Friday party start!" and realized that it is indeed Friday. We have had such a busy week that I have lost track of time!

I hope you have a wonderful day today, filled with God's love. Take care, Erin!

 

[lulu201]

Oooh, I love it when friends come to visit! Thanks, Amanda, Pealieq, and Tracy! I finished yesterday with smilies for devotions, water, exercise, and vitamins. I ate WAY too much--I went out for breakfast, lunch, and dinner! BUT, today is a brand new day, and I'm planning on eating a little lighter today.

So, last night I had the night to myself: I had a candy bar and 2 slices of pepperoni pizza for dinner, walked the dog and enjoyed the beautiful sunset, ran to KMart as planned, took a shower, and crawled into bed to watch "Bridget Jones: The Edge of Reason." DH came home in time for the end of it. . .I don't think he felt like he missed much! It was good, though, to have some time to myself to relax.

This morning I'm on my way to work. DD has a dentist appointment around noon. After that I'll be home puttering around with the laundry, but I have definite plans to get out and walk in the sunshine. I can't believe that one week from now I'll be doing the OC walk! YIKES!

The plan remains the same:

1. Devotions
2. Vitamins
3. Water
4. Exercise--I'm thinking a couple of miles will do me good.
5. Healthy food--lite multi-grain english muffin w/pb
6. Scale--OK, I'll get on it now. . .

Off and into the day, thanking God for His many, many blessings--
Erin

 

[DoeWDW]

Erin, our days sound similar.

Think of me as you're walking a couple miles in the sun and doing laundry - both are on my list today too.

A friend of mine is doing a half marathon in New York City tomorrow. She has compiled a list of 13 people/families and will be thinking of and praying for one of them during each mile. I thought this was a great idea and am thinking of coming up with my own list of 13 for next Saturday. I think it might help the miles go by faster. Just wanted to give you something to think about while you walk today.

I hope you're feeling refreshed as you step into your busy day. Last night's evening alone sounds heavenly!! It's nice to see you taking time to pamper yourself. You give so much to so many others.

Have a wonderful Saturday, dear Erin!

 

[septbride2002]

You got alone time I haven't had a day or night all to myself in a very long time. I am green with envy girl! LOL!

Have a great day today!

~Amanda

 

[lulu201]

Oh, man, it's Monday, and I never did do the darn laundry. I HATE having laundry stress during the week, but the truth is: you play, you pay!

Actually, yesterday, I didn't really play. . .I went to church, picked up some groceries (just a few), cleaned up a little, took a short walk in the beautiful , made a salad, and then went to visit my in-laws. There just wasn't laundry time! I couldn't sacrifice my walk in the now, could I?

So now I've got to figure out what to do with today. I walked Mickey for .5 mile, and I've decided I'm going to go to another park for a little more. I think it'll ease my mind re: the half this weekend if I get out there and do a few miles. I checked the OC weather forecast, and it's supposed to be sunny and a high of 51 for Saturday.

Yesterday I'd say I got all my goals in except water and food. I'm going to try to cut back on sugar this week. Maybe that's not a good idea, though, with the half coming up? Maybe I should allow myself a few chocolate bars for carbs? Any advice on eating that you experienced walkers might have would be helpful.

Goals for today are the usual:

1. Devotions I read the same one on giving, Doreen.
2. Vitamins--not yet. Better go take them
3. Water--had a glass; will take some on my walk
4. Exercise--walked .5 with Mickey, plan on two times around the 2.33 course.
5. Food--english muffin w/pb, fresh pinapple for breakfast
6. Scale--why do I keep "forgetting" this??????

OK, I'm rolling. I'm moving onward and looking Upward!
Erin

 

[septbride2002]

Carbs - good.
Chocolate - bad.

Yes you should eat healthy carbs with lots of fiber like Whole Wheat Bread. And you may want to the morning of the walk eat a bannana to increase you potasium levels. You and Doe are going to have so much fun this weekend! I wish I could be there with you guys!

~Amanda

 

[toystoryduo]

Good morning Erin!

It's almost time for your walk at the OC! I hope you have a wonderful, blessed week as you anticipate the weekend ahead. Have a great day today!

 

[DoeWDW]

Thank you for your support in my journal.

I've stopped in to answer your questions about the half.

I'm planning to wear my walking sneakers, one pair of Cool Max socks, shorts, sweatpants, t-shirt, sweatshirt and, most importantly, my pink hat. I'll take along a bottle of water on a Disney bottle strap. I don't think I'll bother with sunscreen. We're starting at 7:30 and will be off the course before noon. I'm afraid sunscreen mixed with sweat would feel icky. I may wear my fanny pack to hold the hotel room key, a few dollars and the digital camera. I tend to travel pretty light.

If the forecast is calling for chilly weather in the early morning, I'll have a large garbage bag with holes for my arms and head. It may look stupid but it will keep the wind and chill away prior to the start of the race, plus I can sit on it without getting my clothes dirty. We should plan to be at the start area around 6:30 AM for that last potty break. We must be in the start corral by 7:15 AM but I'd like to be there a few minutes earlier. If you're planning on checking any bags, we'll need to add extra time for that - I won't have anything to check.

My eating this week will be as normal as possible. I'll indulge in a few extra carbs on Thursday and Friday. I'll be careful to eat food that won't give me any "problems" on Friday evening - I think Mexican food is out. I'll eat a banana and a muffin on race morning around 5:30 AM. I'll drink a minimum of water prerace. I don't want to have to make too many potty breaks before and during the race. I will start drinking water and Gatoraide during the race in moderate amounts at the water stations.

I will buy some Tylenol 8 hour and take it with my banana and muffin at 5:30 AM. I'll have enough for both of us so you don't have to pack any. If you plan to take any pain meds, make sure you're taking Tylenol (acetominophen). Aspirin, ibuprofen and naproxen are not good choices - will have to do some research to remember why though.

I'll plan to stay over Saturday evening. I think your DH is right. I'm an early riser so if we have to get up extra early to head home on Sunday, it will be no problem for me. My DH often likes to start trips at 3 AM.

My SEPTA schedule says I'll be in Willow Grove at 11:13 AM on Friday (don't you love how they're so precise??? ) I'll plan on having lunch with you and then heading south. I'm praying like crazy for warm and sunny weather for all three days!

Love ya, WISH-sis!

 

[pettyone]

OK, I'm rolling. I'm moving onward and looking Upward!
Erin

I'm so excited about your marathon!! I know that you will have a blast! I'm clueless about marathoning, so I can only offer support, but no advice...go Erin, go Erin, go Erin!!

I hope you have a super week!!!

 

[sarahsmom73]

Good morning Erin!!! I know you are looking forward to seeing Doe!!! You will have a blast!

 

[lulu201]

Hi, everyone. It's Tuesday, April 12. Another day in the neighborhood!

Today:

1. Devotions
2. Vitamins
3. Water--one glass so far
4. Exercise--I'm sore from pushing it yesterday; I walked Mickey about .5 mile.
5. Food--english muffin w/pb and banana, coffee, lunch will probably be yogurt and veggies, dinner will be at saladworks.
6. Scale--back to 175 this a.m.

I woke up extra early this morning and didn't fall back to sleep--guess it's just a little pre-race anxiety and excitement. I've got to work to keep this in its proper perspective. This is a fun girls' weekend--not the defining moment of my life!!!

OK, I'm going to make the beds and do the dishes then get ready for work. Erin

 

[septbride2002]

Morning Erin! I remember feeling that anxiety before the race in January. Of course I just hopped over the Magic Kingdom to ease my nerves. Think you could get to Disney later this week?

You are going to do Great! Don't stress out over the small stuff, just enjoy the moment and fulfillment of finishing 13.1 miles! TO MILE 9!!!!

~Amanda

 

[DoeWDW]

This will be a no stress walk. We're just going to stroll. Melanie would like to walk with us, so we'll have to work on a meeting strategy. Are you planning to wear your pink hat? I'll have mine on!

through your Tuesday, dear WISH-sis.

 

[lulu201]

OK, now I'm going to cry. Amanda and Doreen, your kind words couldn't have come at a better moment. All right, so I'm more than a little stressed by this. I'm going to get a grip and do this walking thing!

E.

P.S. I've already got my hat in my pile to pack!

 

[DoeWDW]

Dear WISH-sis,

Please try your best not to stress about Saturday. In the words of John "The Penguin" Bingham, world famous runner "The miracle isn't that I finished....the miracle is that I had the courage to start." In his book, Marathoning for Mortals, he talks about the fact that just getting to the start line is cause for celebration. You can't control what happens during the half so don't stress about it. Getting to the start line is more than most people ever even attempt and you are a winner already, because you've dreamed the dream and showed up to do your best. That's exactly what we'll do, Erin. We'll show up and see what happens and celebrate that we were gutsy enough to try!

I got some very helpful info from another DISer about my connection at 30th St Station. I MAY be able to make it to Willow Grove at 10:13, an hour earlier, if my Amtrak train is on time. Should I even try? I'll have my cell phone so I can call and let you know if I make the earlier train but if that doesn't work with your schedule I can just stay at 30th St and read a good book and get to Willow Grove at 11:13 as planned. So many decisions!

It's Wednesday and we're more than halfway through our workweek. We can make it!! I hope you have a wonderful day!

 

[lulu201]

I was wondering about Melanie. . .hey, the more the merrier.

Today's plan:

1. Devotions
2. Vitamins
3. Water--two glasses down, more to go
4. Exercise--walked 1.25 in the crisp cold morning with Mickey.
5. Food--usual english muffin w/banana, 1.25 cups of coffee (no more caffeine for the day!), and a glass of milk. Later today I'll have a soft pretzel, some yogurt, some fruit, and maybe eggs and toast for dinner.
6. Scale-- about 175.5 today

I'm coming home an hour early tonight. . .I have two kids who are out, and I didn't reschedule anyone into their time slots. Tomorrow I have to work at the preschool in the a.m., so it's going to be a megalong day. . .I figure that leaving early tonight is a little gift to myself!

I won't be able to get around to other journals, I don't think, so let me send this little to everyone. You're in my thoughts and prayers--

Erin