Lulu201's Healthy Living Log (comments welcome!)

[DoeWDW]

Did I hear tropical island??? Did I hear 1 point per serving??? They've gotta have some good low-carb stuff too, so can I go along??? Please??? Pretty please???

I hope your Friday is starting off well! I hope you've got a little free time planned for this weekend - you sure deserve it after the week you've had!

I'm sending you a bouquet of pretty , a bundle of , and warm wishes for a wonderful day!

Love ya, WISH-sis!
Doe-Doe

 

[Strings]

HAPPY FRIDAY ERIN!
Please note the royal blue used for Erin.

I hope today is peaceful for you. Hopefully you can get back to your normal crazy routine. Can you take a few minutes today for some ME time? A visualization exercise about that tropical island might do the trick.
Here's a
Beth

 

[lulu201]

It's Friday, uh-huh, uh-huh! It's Friday!

Yep, I'm celebrating over here in my journal, too. What a week!

Thanks, Doreen, Beth, and Mare for sharing my anger and frustration over yesterday's appointment. After thinking about what the doc told me (the small amount of info I got ), I realized he recognized a problem, but it's just that what I had hoped was that he would tie everything together into a neat package. . .that I would then be able to label all that I'm experiencing and then kind of get on with things. He was just so vague and haphazard! I still have hope that I'm going to find a physician who will do this for me , but it's not going to be him. His course of treatment could be the right one, but I'm not going there yet--not until I have a meaningful dialogue with a dr. whom I feel knows ME. My plan is to talk with the PCP in June, have the colonoscopy, and--even if I have to wait six months--to see another OBGYN of my choice (unless the colonoscopy shows something else). In the meantime I'll keep a pain journal so that I can better articulate my symptoms. While I had wanted to get this all done and over with, I realize it's not going to be like that--it's an ongoing problem, so I'll just keep popping my friendly ibuprofen when I need relief and keep on moving along. Now, enough of this right? No more, THE END.

AND ON TO THE TROPICAL ISLAND! Can I have a pina colada with an umbrella? That's my tropical island drink of choice. Could we cruise over to Castaway Cay? I know just the palm tree I'm going to sit under. No wait a minute, I think I want a hammock. You guys didn't take them all, did you?

I would like to say that TODAY THERE IS NO GOSH DARN PLAN, but I won't. I'm going to take a page from Doreen's book, kind of. I had a healthy low points breakfast. I'm going to have a healthy low points lunch. I will NOT eat a butterfinger candy bar. I will, however, have whatever I want for dinner, and I promise I WILL NOT binge. I'll drink my water and take my vitamins, and I'm going to walk on the treadmill for as long as I have time for.
I'll count my blessings, look for power and guidance from above, and when I do all this, I will count this as a successful day and change my bear--'cause it'll be GOOD ENOUGH.

The scale read an ominous 162 today, but I'm not going to despair, I'm just going to do what I can to be healthy for today.
I signed up for the Independence Day challenge, but you know what? I might just drop out. I'd love to be 147, truly I would, but 158 might just be good enough, especially for someone who has not LIVED at 158 for 20 years (I saw it once on a Saturday in 1992, but then it was gone again. ). When I have lots of energy, I think sure, I'll get to 147, but when I'm confronted with the reality of life--a hectic schedule, working late, etc.--maybe it would be OK to just stay where I am. Maybe MY independence would come from learning to maintain? Hmmmm, maybe that sounds kind of lame, like I'm a quitter. . .I don't know. Guess I'll have to think about that. . .

In the meantime, I'm onward and downward, moving back to 158 and doing the best that I can for today! Here I go!

E.

Edit: Oooh, Beth, I just saw the beautiful smilies you sent me! Thank you! Doe-Doe and Mare, could you move down a chaise lounge, so Beth can join us? What can I get you, Beth? Pina Colada or frosty frappucino?

 

[Strings]

Can I have a Margarita with lots of salt please. Actually, I've heard that Don Pablos has lc Margaritas, I just might have to check that out.

Erin I needed to address your post. You do not sound like a quitter at all. You need to do what is best for you. For your health, both physical and mental. When we are under lots of stress and pressure, we are more likely to binge and settle into unhealthy habits. If dropping out of the challenge will help you stick OP do it. Reread the post you sent me when I quit the induction challenge. You are a wise woman, and when you listen to your inner voice Erin, you make the right decisions.

Beth

 

[DoeWDW]

Listen to Beth, Erin, for she is a wise woman! You are not a quitter! A quitter would be sitting in the middle of the kitchen with empty junk food wrappers strewn all about. That's not what you're doing at all. Maintenance is NOT quitting - it's shifting gears, but not quitting. I also think maintenance would take some amount of pressure off you and goodness knows, that would be a blessing!

Your heart will know what's best.

By the way, there's plenty of room here for Beth! Could I get a margarita also? Anyone up for a swim - it's gettin' hot out here!

 

[septbride2002]

TGIF! TGIF! TGIF! TGIF!

I'm with ya there sweetie! LOL! I'm sorry your Dr.'s appointment was a flop. I wouldn't be rushing back to see him any time soon. I think Dr.'s forget that there is a human being with human emotions on that table and we are terified of what they might find.

I like your plan for today. Sounds like a good one! Avoid the Butterfinger!

~Amanda

 

[lulu201]

Oh, Margaritas? Here, let me whistle for the cabana boy. . . Ok, girls, now we're just going to sit here and chill for the rest of the day. Don't worry, be happy! Doreen, can you pass me the sun tan oil?



Erin

 

[DoeWDW]

Let's see, I've got Banana Boat, Panama Jack or the old standby Coppertone. I'm sending them all - you pick the one that smells the most tropical!

 

[Strings]

Did you say cabana boy? Let's not forget our shades , and of course the bathing suits that make us look like size 4's. Yeah, paradise.

Thanks for brightening my day guys.
Beth

 

[Castillo Mom]

Is it too late to join the party? I'll take anything fruity and tropical that has Bacardi 151 in it! Oh, and you call the cabana boy over Beth, I need some sunscreen rubbed on my back.....Oh, was I talking out loud? Don't mind me, I'm in a silly mood tonight!

So how are 'ya? I see you've been doing a little soul searching and thinking about maintaining for a while. Nothing wrong with that Erin, not at all. Like Doreen said, maybe it's time to take some of the pressure off. You have to determine what's best for you. We're here to support you not matter what, ok? You've been there for us, right?

I've been apologizing to all of my WISH buds tonight because I haven't been around. But I'm definitely still in the game, I've just been busy trip planning. I'm going to try really hard to start posting my menus again, but no promises. It feels good to catch up with you guys, I've missed you and have been thinking about you!

Well, back to the trip planning. Have a great weekend!

 

[DoeWDW]

Good morning, Erin!! I hope you have a FUN and RELAXING Saturday planned - yeah, I know I'm hoping for too much, right?

If things get hectic and you need a break, feel free to join us at our tropical isle haven!

and

 

[Auntmeme]

Sun sun sun or did you get enough yesterday? send the cabana boy over here I need lotion on my back too, oh yeah bring me a margarita too, oh is it too early for drinks

Sorry to hear about the gyn, I always try to go to a woman, I think they can understand better.

And you are not a quitter just changing your direction - we woman do it all the time, don't tell my dh I said that You look fantastic do what is right for you, and don't let mr. butterfinger get in your way Have a beautiful day!

 

[lulu201]

Hee, hee--relaxing?! Not a chance! But I'll do my best to make it fun.

Today's agenda:

This morning I hope to throw a load of laundry in the washer, take a walk on the treadie or outside, and then head to work with DH until 12:15. After that, we're going to swing by our church and check out the chicken bar-b-q, silent auction, and Appalachian market. Then it's home to pack for my trip to see my mom (tomorrow's her 80th birthday and DD and I are going up to see her; we'll come home on Monday). I've still got to do some shopping for her and then wrap her gifts. DD has a 7:30 concert tonight; her call is at 5:00. I've got to send some kind of finger food dessert in with her for the reception afterward. I also have to get a gift ready for her--it's her last Spring Concert with this group (she's been a member for four years) and even though she still has some touring to do (Seattle and Vancouver) this summer, I wanted her to have a little memento. Tomorrow I hope to leave at 6 a.m. so that DD and I can be with my mom well before noon. We'll take her out to dinner and just hang out with her; Monday a.m. we'll leave and be home so that DD can see the dentist for a baby tooth extraction at 1 p.m. I'll be back to work on Monday at 3 p.m. . . .lots of fun things ; I just have to stay centered. Writing about it helps me to organize it in my mind.

I've decided to drop out of the challenge. With all that's going on right now at work (recitals, performances, program negotiations, hiring, etc.) I just feel too much pressure from work and home to be perfect in what I eat. I want to be healthy and I want to get back to 158; those are my goals for now. Thanks, everyone, for helping me to sort this out as we sat on our tropical island. I think those pina coladas and margaritas helped clear my head. No, I think it was talking it out with my dear WISH buddies. Thanks, friends. You know I love you.

Yesterday's more relaxed plan was great. I was careful, but not tough on myself. I didn't get my walk in, so I'm not going to move the bear, but maybe today?

Time to move into the day--
Erin

 

[nancyj_pa]

Hi Erin,
I got exhausted just reading your plans for today! I'll be actually relaxing with my drinks at the pool or on the beach for real starting Monday...I think it's a waitress, though, and not the cabana boy.

I just read this little story and thought of you (and Doe). You guys have such busy lives. Mine has calmed down a lot since kids are on their own and DH retired. Here goes...


WHY WOMEN ARE SPECIAL

Mom and Dad were watching TV when
Mom said, "I'm tired, and it's
getting late. I think I'll go to
bed."

She went to the kitchen to make
sandwiches for the next day's lunches.

Rinsed out the popcorn bowls, took
meat out of the freezer for supper
the following evening,

checked the cereal box levels,
filled the sugar container, put spoons
and bowls on the table and started
the coffee pot for brewing the
next morning.

She then put some wet clothes in
the dryer, put a load of clothes into
the washer, ironed a shirt and
secured a loose button.

She picked up the game pieces left
on the table, put the phone back on
the charger and put the telephone
book into the drawer.

She watered the plants, emptied a
wastebasket and hung up a towel to
dry.

She yawned and stretched and headed
for the bedroom.

She stopped by the desk and wrote a
note to the teacher, counted out
some cash for the field trip, and
pulled a text book out from hiding
under the chair.

She signed a birthday card for a
friend, addressed and stamped the
envelope and wrote a quick note for
the grocery store.
She put both near her purse.

Mom then washed her face with 3 in
1 cleanser, put on her Night
solution &age fighting moisturizer,
brushed and flossed her teeth and
filed her nails.

Dad called out, "I thought you were
going to bed."

"I'm on my way," she said.

She put some water into the dog's
dish and put the cat outside, then
made sure the doors were locked and
the patio light was on.

She looked in on each of the kids
and turned out their bedside lamps
and TV's, hung up a shirt, threw
some dirty socks into the hamper,
and had a brief conversation with
the one up still doing homework.

In her own room, she set the alarm;
laid out clothing for the next
day, straightened up the shoe rack.

She added three things to her 6
most important things to do list. She
said her prayers, and visualized
the accomplishment of her goals.

About that time, Dad turned off the
TV and announced to no one in
particular. "I'm going to bed."
And he did...without another
thought.

Anything extraordinary here?

Wonder why women live longer...?

'CAUSE WE ARE MADE FOR THE LONG HAUL......
(and we can't die sooner, we still have things to do!!!!)

Send this to five phenomenal women
today...they'll love you for it!

Then: GO TO BED!

Talk to you all when I get back.

Nancy J

 

[lulu201]

Just wanted to check in before I head up to see my mom, and Nancy, you made my whole day! It described my day yesterday to a T! Thanks for that wonderful post.

I'm just going to do the best I can. Tomorrow DH and I are going to begin a 2 week experiment: no sugar in our diets!

See you Monday night--
,
Erin

 

[Strings]

Hi Erin,

I just wanted to pop in and say hi. Enjoy your time with your MOM.
Beth

 

[septbride2002]

Your schedule makes mine look relaxed! Remember to stop and smell the roses and enjoy the time with your Mom!

~Amanda

 

[DoeWDW]

I hope the trip went well!! With DH on your side, hopefully it will be easier to avoid the nasty evil white stuff!

and

 

[ZerasPride]

Hi Erin,

I just thought I'd stop by and see how you are doing. Busy as usual I see.

Please take some time to take care of and pamper yourself!

 

[lulu201]

Just a quick post this morning. . .

The weekend was full, but nice. DM was happy to see us and we had a good time together. She's jumped on the no sugar bandwagon, too. Hey, the more the merrier!

I'm re-reading "Thin Tastes Better;" I know that it has a lot to say that I need to hear as I try to maintain/lose. The parts about deprivation and trigger foods are especially meaningful.

I'm trying to find a calm, centered place for today. I walked two miles and have had a glass of water. Now on to make DDs lunch and get her to school.

I'll try to come back later. . .
E.

Edit #1: Coffee and peanut butter toast for breakfast. Lunch will be a grilled chicken salad. Grapefruit and celery for a snack. Dinenr will be two chicken tacos. Onward. . .