Marie's New Years Resolution~in July

[lindalinda]

Wo-hoo!!!!

When do you start? Gee, that was so easy! Things are looking up already!

 

[Blueeyes101817]

hello miss marie--just stopping by to say hello--i probably wont be around til tuesday night or so.

I hope you are having a GREAT week!!!!!

 

[kimwim8]

Listen lady.

So what. You gained. Who hasn't? But I'll tell you what the rest of us havent' done. We haven't had to move from state to state in the past couple of months. We haven't had to be a "single mom" while our DH was in another state. We haven't had to deal with realtors. We haven't had to deal with CRAZY people at work (ok, maybe we have, but not as much as you I don't think). We haven't had to say goodbye to a LOT of good friends.

I guess what I'm trying to say is....cut yourself some slack. We'll come up with a plan for you, and you'll get right back on track. I am exactly where you are....I'm still 20 pounds down, but 30 was so much better. So I know the feeling well. We'll work it out together, girl.

 

[kmp1191]

Listen lady.

So what. You gained. Who hasn't? But I'll tell you what the rest of us havent' done. We haven't had to move from state to state in the past couple of months. We haven't had to be a "single mom" while our DH was in another state. We haven't had to deal with realtors. We haven't had to deal with CRAZY people at work (ok, maybe we have, but not as much as you I don't think). We haven't had to say goodbye to a LOT of good friends.

I guess what I'm trying to say is....cut yourself some slack. We'll come up with a plan for you, and you'll get right back on track. I am exactly where you are....I'm still 20 pounds down, but 30 was so much better. So I know the feeling well. We'll work it out together, girl.

Thanks Kim...I appreciate it.

DH found out what his schedule will be....afternoons...2:15-10:30. We'd have preferred midnights, but oh well. I won't see him much except for on his days off...don't know what those are yet either.
We knew it was gonna be tough....basically starting all over...afternoons just really suck...he won't see the kids on most days...except for in the mornings before school.

I honestly feel that I will be back to normal once I start back to work. I'm hoping so anyway. These past few weeks off have been nice....a good vacation....but things need to go back to "normal" now. Kids back to school, me back to work....back into a routine.
I don't know if I want to start working out in the morning before work, or after....we'll see how it works out.
I just wish the dog would sleep later than 5 am!!!

ok...gonna go out for dinner....celebrate my job....celebrate school starting up...celebrate us not killing each other these past few weeks!!!

love ya!
ree-ree

 

[toystoryduo]

Marie,

I am so proud of you! You have been through so much in the past few months and you are still standing strong. You, my friend, are an inspiration to me.

I hope you had a great time at dinner! There is lots to celebrate!

Have a great weekend!

 

[kimwim8]

I haven't forgotten about ya. Still thinking about a "plan".

It does stink that your DH is low man on the totem pole, but he'll work his way back up and be able to pick a shift that he likes.

Do you start work on Monday? (sorry, I could read back on your journal, but I'm just too lazy. ) I can't wait to hear how you like it.

My vote would be to work out in the mornings. Your DH will be home to "help get the kids ready for school" and you said you're getting up early with the dog anyway.....so use that time to your advantage. I know I like to put things off to the evenings too, but then my DH isn't around and it's just SO much harder to get my workouts in when the kids are around (the needy little things that they are )

Have a GREAT weekend, girlie.

 

[Foxfiregrrl]

CONGRATS on the new Job!!! Way to go!!

Don't worry too much about the slight weight gain! I'm sure you will get back on track Very quickly! Plus, you have Kim to help you

Have a great weekend!!

 

[Blueeyes101817]

Marie-i hate doing it, but im agreeing with Kim--you have had so much going on lately!!! Everything will get back into the swing of things !

have a great day!

 

[kmp1191]

Thanks guys...
I know I'm being a bummer about the weight...I'm sorry. I just hate the gain!

Ok...so I went to my sister's in Huntsville again this weekend. My mom was there and we were "supposed" to be working on getting DSis more organized and setting up her office so it "works". Well, to make a long story short...I pretty much got fed up and left a few hours earlier than planned today. DSis is TOTALLY ADHD!!! I was trying to get one room organized, mom was in the office and sis "runs to the store real quick"!! 2+ hours later, she returns...with more crap that she doesn't need!!!
I found bags with scrapbook/craft/organizing stuff in them...with the reciepts....$$$...I found one bag of stuff with a date of 5/2005!!! WTH!! I've come to the conclusion that she's not happy unless she can buy "stuff". Stuff she doesn't need...doesn't want...doesn't use!!! I told her that if she felt the need to spend money...just write me a check and we'd both be happy!! I just got really aggrivated at the whole situation! I couldn't do what I needed to....Mom couldn't do what she needed to...and Dsis was just fluttering about!!! It will be a while before I go back....I've got enough to do with my life.

Ok...rant over...
I have to find a dentist...my dentist is Memphis told me I was going to need another crown...and guess what....she was right!! Been throbbing all week!
Also...the kids start school tomorrow...I'm nervous...they're excited. AND....I start the new job on either Tuesday or Wednesday....the new boss said it was up to me!! I think Tuesday...the sooner I get back into a routine...the better.

Ok...gonna go put laundry away, get dinner started and write out a workout schedule. Wish me luck!!

later taters!!
ree

 

[kmp1191]

The kids had a GREAT day on their first day of school!!! I'm so glad!! I was really worried about DS...but it was for nothing!! I went and picked them up and he was already making plans with another kid! They were both pretty excited. Also DD has 3 new friends - although she can only remember the names of 2 of them!!

So, what did I do today? Ran a few errands, paid some bills, fell asleep on the couch for 20 minutes, told my new boss I'll start tomorrow banana: ),...not much of anything!! (took the kids to Dairy Queen after school for a little treat)

God I live an exciting life!!

marie

 

[MIdanceMom]

Hi Marie,

I am just getting to know a few people around here. It sounds like you have had some majors stressors in your life. I am impressed with the grace you have been demonstrating. I ma so glad to here that your children had a good start to the school year. Good Luck with your new job.
Beth

 

[kmp1191]

Hey Beth!
Thanks for checking out my (chaotic/stressful/whining) journal!!

Hey guys!! Guess what else I did today??!!
TOOK ANOTHER FRICKIN' NAP!!!
I'm so glad I go back to work tomorrow!!!

Goal for tomorrow -
* 5 am - walk dog
* 5:30-6:15-workout in gym
* 6:20-get kids up and get ready for work/school

We'll see what happens after that!!
(wonder if I can have a mid-day nap... )

ree-ree

 

[Foxfiregrrl]

Don't you start work tomorrow? Plannin' on napping at work on the first day Not sure how well that's gonna go over

Have a GREAT first day!!

 

[kimwim8]

Don't you start work tomorrow? Plannin' on napping at work on the first day

THATS my girl.


I'm so glad the kids had a great first day of school. I can imagine how nervous you and they must've been. (that really sounds like bad grammar) You know what I mean.

Have a GREAT day at YOUR first day!

Good luck with your workout tomorrow. Try out all of the machines and see what you like and what you want to do. PM me (or call me) later when you have time and we'll work something out.

 

[toystoryduo]

Yeah Marie! I am so happy to hear that your kids had a great first day of school! I hope you have a great first day of work!

 

[kmp1191]

2nd day of school and a little girl is already hitting on my son!!! (of course, he's a guy and didn't realize that's what she was doing!!!) DH told me that I was going to explain those things to him (flirting) and I said "No...that's your job...you're the dad." He replies "Hell, I don't know about those things either!!" (he's not kidding...he has NO clue when a woman is coming on to him!!

Ok...so my first day of work was really good!! They use the same computer system that I came from, so that helps. The procedures are a little bit different, and the account numbers are completely different...but that's all ok!! I'm a quick learner, and I've basically been doing this type of work for 20+ years. Also, everyone is really nice-so that helps too!!

Oh, and the dog didn't wake up until 5:45, so we just did the 30 minute walk.

Kim - I'm watching Big Brother....weird!

later!
ree

 

[kimwim8]

ohhhhhhhhh I'm so glad you had a great first day of work!! Let's hope everyone there is normal (except you, of course ).

Good for you for taking a long walk with the dog. Every little step helps, my dear.

Big Brother - not sure what to say. I think it's the worst season yet.

 

[kmp1191]

I WORKED OUT TONIGHT!!!
Did a 2 mile walk w/ DH (106 degrees & 20% humidity), then we came back and went to the gym and hit the weights! Here's what I did:

Lat pull downs- 20 lbs - 2 sets of 15
Back Rows-30 lbs - 2 sets of 15
Chest (bench) Press - 20 lbs - 2 sets of 15
Crunches - center - 3 sets of 15
Crunches - side to side - 3 sets of 15
Tricep Kickbacks - 8 lbs weights - 2 sets of 10
Tricep Extensions - 8 lbs weights - 1 set of 10 (those hurt!)

I feel pretty good tonight about the workout...now I have to get back into eating right. I started out good, and had plans to end up good....(oatmeal for b-fast, and salsa chicken in the crock pot for dinner) Lunch really screwed me up....BAD!!! We went to this burrito place....I swear the thing was as big as my head!! I only ate half of it, but that was still too much!!

Ok...goal for tomorrow -
*same workout
*oatmeal for b-fast
*salad for lunch
*leftover salsa chicken for dinner??
* WATER WATER WATER!!!

That is completely doable. I've noticed that the girls at this office eat more than we did back in Memphis!!
Someone brings breakfast EVERY day....they eat out for lunch EVERY day!! I made the comment to them today that I'd already spent all my money on Jenny Craig. I think they got it.... (No money to eat out every day, nor did I want to eat the crap that they did.... )

gotta go!!
ree-ree

 

[kimwim8]

AWESOME workout, lady! You might want to take just a walk tonight and then hit the weights again tomorrow. Your muscles might be in shock (I know mine would be) and might need a day of rest in between workouts. Totally up to you - but look at you guys coming up with a GREAT routine! LOVE it!!

And I'd take 106 with 20% humidity over our 90 degree weather with 90% humidity

STAY STRONG at work. Pack your lunch and eat before work and show those ladies what PIGS they're being every day!! You've worked too hard.

Please pm me the salsa chicken recipe, unless it's just chicken with salsa poured over it - even I can handle that. (sounds delish)

Miss ya girl. Pop online once in a while.

 

[kmp1191]

Please pm me the salsa chicken recipe, unless it's just chicken with salsa poured over it - even I can handle that. (sounds delish)

Miss ya girl. Pop online once in a while.

Crock Pot with timer....(or DH that knows how to turn it off)
Boneless/Skinless chicken breasts - however many you want.
1 lg jar of Salsa....I used the medium/mild, I felt it could've been spicier....
Put all chicken (mine was frozen) into crock pot.
Pour salsa in.
Set to low for 6-8 hours.
It falls apart!! We put it on buns and have spicy chicken sandwiches (like bbq, only chickenq!), with mexican rice.
I've also mixed up the rice with the chicken, throw it on a burito shell w/ some lt. sour cream...yummmmm!

Have fun & good luck!
ree