String's Atkin's Journal (Please Comment)

[sharoncity]

Hi Beth! Sorry I haven't been by for a few days, its been crazy!
I bet you look awesome in those new jeans! Make sure you keep a pair of your size 24's to remind you of where you started. It also serves as incentive to not go off plan for any length of time....
And you WILL have your hands full with Katie sooner than you think...... I have an 11.5 yr old DD who really gives me a run for my money some days! And I know the best is yet to come too!!!
Hey Erin, no worries sweetie! I have NO intention of giving up my caffine!!! A girls gotta have at least one vice, doesn't she?! I'll keep you company in the caffine drinkers hall of shame, okay?
Keep up the good work Beth!! You are doing so great!!
TTFN-
Sharon

 

[Strings]

Doe, thanks for keeping me in the dark. Sometimes ignorance is bliss. Sharon, I know you've been busy. Don't worry about it. I get busy too. Even when I don't get to journals, I'm thinking of you all. I know it's reciprocated.

I've changed a goal. I cannot commit to the coffee goal. It's too much presssure. I know that I can keep the others. I'm afraid that if I fail on a goal, I'll go off plan. I'm going to step back on that one.

Today was stressful. Katie got little sleep last night, so was in a constant whine. the playdate didn't go well. My friend is wonderful, but her child is a monster. The last time we got together, he pulled Katie's hairwrap from WDW out of her head. Roots and all. My friend tells me he's really matured, yada yada yada. So we get together. Big mistake. He pushes, kicks and hits. Still pulls hair. The worst thing is that after we get home, Katie shows me her arm. He bit her and broke the skin. It is all red and swollen. I put antibiotic ointment on it. It might mean a trip to the doc tomorrow. I'm not over reacting, human bites are really dangerous. Katie didn't want to get Parker in trouble, so she waited to tell me. Tough kid. I'm just not going to be able to see my friend anymore, and it is sad. We've been friends for 8 years. It will be reduced to phone calls and emails. There's more little things that just had me in tears.

Dh came home looked at me, and he took Katie to swim lessons. I have 1 hour to myself. I went to Curves. This brought home how much I've changed. 6 months ago, I would have grabbed a 1/2 gallon of ice cream or chocolate. Today, I needed endorphins. I did 2 circuits, 30 minutes. I'm home now, and I needed to post. My journal and exercise have really helped center me.

I have accomplished all goals for the day, even the coffee. Tomorrow, if I feel the emotional or physical need for a latte, I'll have one. Weigh in in the AM. I had bacon with my lunch. What was I thinking? Thanks for letting me vent. I'm going to recount my blessings now.

I hope everyone has a peaceful evening.


Beth

 

[marsh0013]

beth, i absolutely love the stories about your dear katie! well, not the one about the mean boy who pretty much beat her up. that really stinks that you won't be able to see your friend because of her son. you gotta do what's best for katie though, as sad as it is. poor kid, she really does sound like she's tough though

and how great is that that you took your free hour to do something wonderful for yourself (curves!) instead of just grabbing ice cream. what a wonderful change you have made in your life, that is just one example of it. it's great to think about it that way, and to appreciate how far you really have come. i'm so proud of you beth

i hope you have a great day tomorrow

 

[Castillo Mom]

Beth, you had me cracking up with your anecdote of your daughter. She's got quite a personality! My youngest is like that, says things that you wouldn't expect to come out of the mouth of a 9 year old. Not that he says anything very inappropriate, just things that are beyond his years. Your daughter sounds like she's very intelligent and keeps you laughing!

You should be proud of yourself for turning to exercise instead of that old ice cream.

Take care Beth, and I hope you don't have to pull a long shift this weekend. Good night!

 

[Strings]

Well, I sabotaged my weigh in. The bacon cheeseburger for lunch, and blt with avocado for dinner did a number on me. I had to pry my rings off this AM. That being said, I still lost .5 pounds. At least it didn't show a gain. I will say that the blt was definately worth it. YUMMY!

DH just called, they fired another guy, so he has to work this weekend. Thanks for the notice,Called my parents in a panic. I'm driving Katie down to my parents. Extra spoiling time with Poppa and Mimi. I'm only working a 12 hr shift tonight. Yea! I do another 12 hr shift Saturday night. I'm taking today off of exercise. I'm a little sore. I don't think Curves 2 days in a row is a good idea. I will go in the morning. I'm going to try to walk 1 mile on my lunch hour. I'm aiming for 5 liters of water. I need to get rid of this sodium/water weight. My meds are taken, and I've counted my blessings. I'm finishing my 1st liter of water.
Breakfast: Lc peanut butter toast and a cup of strong coffee with Davinci syrup.
Lunch: scrambled eggs and water. No bacon thank you, I've had enough.
Before work snack: Guacamole with cucumber slices.
Dinner (will be after midnight) Turkey and cheese rollups, strawberries, sugar free jello.
Breakfast: Morning Start bar

Somewhere in ther I will need at least 1 more cp of coffee. I will savor every drop.

I hope everyone has a wonderful weekend. I will be checking in when I can. I'm sending and for all of you.


Beth

 

[lulu201]

Good morning, Beth. I just wanted to pop in and wish you well before you headed off on your busy day.
Did you see that I dropped my coffee goal, too? It was funny and totally psychological: once I dropped it off my list, having it wasn't that big a deal! Yesterday I had some green tea instead and didn't miss the afternoon cup! What kind of mind game is that??? Anyway, I figure that we need our little pleasures in life and if a nonfat, sugar-free vanilla latte is going to do it for us once in a while, what's the big deal?

How's Katie's arm? That bite concerns me. I'm sorry, too, that your friend has some parenting issues, but it's really so common. I've taught parent/child music education classes for several years and I find that more and more of my class time is used to help parents learn how to parent! Many parents need a lot of help in learning how to teach their children responsible limits in a gentle, loving, yet firm way.

Ooh, before I get on a soapbox, let me just stop here and let you know that you're in my thoughts and prayers as you go forward into the weekend. I hope your work uplifts you as you bring TLC into the lives of those you care for.

,
Erin

 

[Strings]

I just needed to answer Erins question. Katie's arm is still red, but not swollen or warm. We will continue the ointment for a few more days. My Mom knows what to look for, so no worries there. Thanks for asking. Thanks for the prayers.

I am loving Davinci Code, but need more time to read it. I hope it is slow at work. I'm off to my parents.

Beth

 

[sharoncity]

Hey Beth - just wanted to stop by and say hi!! Congratulations on the weight drop! Even though its only .5, it is still moving in the right direction!
I'm sure Katie will have a wonderful time with her grandparents. It is really nice for her to have some one on one time with them. She is old enough now that she will always have these memories of her time with them! What a lucky young lady she is!
I hope work goes well for you this weekend. I know it gets a little rough for you at times. Maybe this weekend won't be one of those times!
Keep working on those goals! You are doing really great Beth!
TTFN-
Sharon

 

[DoeWDW]

Beth, so glad Katie has grandparents that are willing to spoil her for the weekend - how wonderful for her!! Maybe even when DH isn't working, you could plan a weekend like that (or even a couple days during the week if they're available)!

So you've lost half a pound AND you're carrying extra water weight around? Sounds like a whoosh in the making to me!

Best wishes for an easy weekend at work and time to get a few pages read!

 

[toystoryduo]

Good morning Beth!
Congrats on the weight loss! Woohoo! I hope that you have a great weekend even though you will be busy. Hope your DD has a great time at grandma's and grandpa's house.

Tracy

 

[R_Judy]

Hi Beth. Just wanted to wish you a good weekend. I know your busy but remember to take time for yourself. I spent 30 minutes outside at 630 this morning. What was I doing? Exercising? Yard work? Naw, Taking pictures. I love photography. It rained last night and everything was wet. We had a beautiful sunrise so I went out and blasted off a ton of pictures. Me time accomplished. Have a terrific day.

 

[Strings]

Confession time. I peeked. After drinking 5.5 liters of water. I weighed myself. I'm at 226, down 2 more pounds. Drinking that much water also helped keep me awake last night, I kept running to the bathroom. Work last night was fine. I was busy, but not insanely so. I accomplished all goals for the day. Erin, I never even got my latte. I was running late because of traffic. I refuse to drink the instant stuff we're allowed on the unit. We cant run a coffee pot r/t fire codes. Ok, I can use a defibbrilator on someone's cheat, but I can't make a cup of coffee? I also refuse to go to the cafeteria and pay $1.19 for a cup of maxwell house made 6 hrs before. I'm not bitter about it though.

I actually got a nap yesterday. Papa playedwith Katie, so I got 2 hrs sleep. I went to Curves this morning. I did 4 circuits. I didn't max out, but it was still a good workout. I'm going to have a nice cup of decaf tea, green tea of course, and a piece of toast. Then I'm off for some shut eye.

Erin, you are totally right about the coffee goal. I was ok with my tea last night, but I will indulge today.

Sharon and Tracy, thanks for checking in with me. I promise to get to your journals soon.

Doe, my parents are taking Kate in August. Won and I are taking a 3 day weekend in Chicago.

Judy, I know it doesn't sound like it, but I do take time for myself. I love to read, and I spend at least 15 minutes each evening doing so. Thanks for caring.

 

[marsh0013]

you peeked! but at least it was a good peek!! 2 more pounds...for a total of 2.5 for this "week" right? sweet!!! yay for beth!!!

that really is crazy that they won't let you run a coffee pot at work. i definitely follow your logic on teh defibrillator. crazy fire codes

so glad katie's grandparents can help you guys out, and especially that it let you get in a nap for a change on a weekend

hope the rest of your weekend goes well

 

[Strings]

Last night at work was ok. Nothing major. I was in charge of course. I've stayed on plan. I've met 100% of my goals. I did the 2 mile watp when I got home. 3.5 liters since I woke up yesterday. I'll post a week in review later. I'm off to bed. Enjoy your Sunday.
Beth

 

[sharoncity]

Beth is a peeker! Beth is a peeker!!!!
But what a good peek! I hope it holds for you!
Sounds like your weekend is going well! It sounds like such a rough schedule for all of us not used too it, but I know it is just run of the mill for you. Get some shut-eye while you can, and then enjoy your time with DH and DD! At our house, we call Sundays family day. It is the only day of the week that we are all home together. We try to take some time and enjoy each other. Some weeks that is harder than others, but we still try!
Keep up the great work - exercise and water is a GREAT combination!!
TTFN-
Sharon

 

[Strings]

I managed to get 4 hours of sleep. I did some housework before my parents arrived with Katie. I have so much to do before Wednesday's party. Ugh. Oh well, I'm going to relax tonight. I'll watch Alias and read my book. Bed by 11pm. I accomplished all goals for the day. The kitchen is officially closed for the day.

I did something crazy today. I entered a Dream day off contest that my favorite radio station is doing. You describe your dream day and they make it happen. Fridays winner gets to go to Spring training camp in Lakeland with the tigers. His whole family. I figured, why not. I said I would take my family back to WDW for the day. We would ride Splash Mt, since Katie missed it by .25". Have dinner at Crystal Palace and watch Wishes. I can dream anyways.

I've noticed that DH is starting to sabatage me. He just bought 3 1/2 gallons of low carb ice cream. He hands me a bowl with at least 2 cups in it. Sorry, no thanks. I took my 1/2 cup serving and enjoyed it immensely. DH is still lc, but without exercising. He's lost about 25#. Unfortunately, I think he's a little jealous. He's very proud of me, but doesn't like when people notice my loss. Oh well, I will be strong.

I took my final pill of the month. DZONE approaches. I have to go in for an ultrasound and bloodwork in the AM. Ugh. I hate needles pointed in my direction.

Have a good one.
Beth

 

[hlane]

Beth,

That would be awesome if you won that Dream day contest!! Good luck, I'll keep my fingers crossed You're doing a great job getting all your water down, I'm having a hard time with that today, I'm out of bottled water, hate tap but I'm too lazy to go to the store I know exactly what you mean about DH, mine is the same way, last week he offered me a double cheeseburger (that would be great if I was doing lc but I'm not)
Well hope you have a great week!!

Holly

 

[toystoryduo]

Beth~
Good morning! Sounds like another busy week for you!. I hope your doctor's appt. goes well today. And when they go to draw blood, think about winning your dream day off at MK. (i'm not too fond of bloodwork either. They can never find my vein the first time. )

Have a great day!

 

[lulu201]

Hi, Beth. I hope your drs. appt. goes OK. Needles-yuk.

DH is doing a little sneaky stuff, heh? I think sometimes this whole weight loss thing can be hard on our guys. . .it makes them question themselves, it makes them wonder about us. . . it's complex. Give him a nice loving hug, but then dump the ice cream over his head. Oh, sorry, that was the d-zone talking, not me.

Have a good Monday, Beth.

Erin

 

[Strings]

Where to start. This Dzone is odd. Probably because I'm on the Pill. I'm extremely emotional and I'm having cravings. I'm also nauseated. I can't eat. THAT IS WEIRD! So far, no visit from the bloat fairy, which is also unusual for me. I also haven't actually started. I'd like to get this over with. I hope I'm not getting sick. Moms just don't have time to be sick.

I went to my appointment. The blood draw didn't go well. I was nice, I gave the girl 2 tries. I have great veins. Sorry, you don't stick me 3 times. I had her put the tourniquet on me, and I drew it myself. I can draw from a vein in my left hand. I completely freaked this poor girl out. They really need better phlebotomists. The Ultrasound tech is a friend of mine. She clued me in. My cysts are bigger. We'll get the official word at my appointment next Monday. Now, I have a week to wonder what the next step is. Sometimes being female stinks.

I had tea and toast for breakfast. I've only had 1 liter of water so far. I just can't handle anyting in my stomach right now. Skipping Lunch. I will hit Curves after I drop Katie at preschool. I'm not sure what dinner will be.

I hope everyone is doing well. I will be checking in later. I'm going to have to do journals in spurts over the next 3 days. I'll be pretty busy.


Beth