String's Atkin's Journal (Please Comment)

[DoeWDW]

Oh Beth, I didn't realize you'd be walking today!! I bet you were walking while Erin and I were walking!! I'm so glad you had a successful walk and your time is AMAZING!! Would you have been able to do a walk like that even just a year ago?? Pat yourself on the back Beth!!!!

Now, on to some of your observations:
1. Erin had Cool Max gear on and she said it really helped her stay cool and dry. I had the cotton t-shirt and I was also hot and sticky!! I'm going shopping!! I need Cool Max!!
2. We didn't seem to need too many bathroom stops, but I drank a lot less water than I thought I would. It was a cloudy cool day here though so maybe I didn't need it?
3. Erin & I had each other to talk to, which made the time really fly. If I had been walking alone, I'm sure an MP3 player would have helped distract my mind, and I seem to need that distraction.
4. Thanks for confirming my gut instinct that today was NOT the day to make an underwear fashion statement! I went with the old reliables in my drawer! Funny how we have to think about these details but they do make a difference!

I was a little nauseous too, but felt better after a little break and a little snack. Erin said she felt fine. Drinking too much water seemed to make me feel "sloshy" inside, if that makes sense.

Enjoy the concert!! Celebrate your success, Beth!!!

 

[LAinSEA]

Beth:

I am so impressed that you made a half marathon in such a good time! You should be so proud of yourself and your level of fitness!

Datenight with your DH sounded like a very nice evening. A great big pat on the back for making couple time!

Now the bad, I know you are under pressure to drop charges...but what will that accomplish? You will still have to go through a check up by CPS at some point in time because of PG's nastiness. If you drop charges will she get help? I think she'd be more likely to be ordered to seek help and will have follow up if you do not drop charges. Either way, let the attorneys handle this.

I do hope that Katie is still enjoying school. Have a much more peaceful week.

-Laurie

 

[CruisingCA2005]

Congratulations on completing your personal half marathon Beth! Will you be in the Disney half marathon? I'm thinking about doing it in Jan 2006. It would be great to meet some of the WISHers.

Did you have anything to eat before you started exercising? I usually have to eat something before an intense workout or I may feel nauseated because of low blood sugar. Usually a piece of fruit or oatmeal works for me.

Take care of yourself & your family.

 

[Strings]

Thanks guys,
RaeAnn, I am not walking the 1/2 marathon at WDW, but when they start the race, I'll be on a treadmill at the Y. I plan on walking with them here in Michigan, so I'll be there in spirit. I just can't do it financiallly.
I am pretty proud of myself. Less than a year ago I could barely walk a mile. I am sure that I could walk the race in the allotted time because of 2 things. 1.) my MP3 player dying. My pace slowed dramatically without my tunes. If I had people setting the pace, I don't think it would be a problem. 2.) I did it after working an 8 hour shift. I was run off my feet that night, but it was a good crew on, so I wasn't upset about it.

I am off to pick up Katie. We have a meeting with the prosecuter this afternoon. I will be hitting journals this afternoon or evening. BTW, the concert was great. I felt bad for the band. There was barely anyone in the pavilion. They ended up letting everyone go down there . We ended up about 10th row center. I'm glad we made it to the pavilion, because it started to rain about 30 minutes into the set.

Gotta run,
Beth

 

[lulu201]

YAY, BETH! That is so funny that the three of us were all walking on the same day! How are you feeling this morning?
You made it the whole 13--alone! My hat is off to you, girlfriend!

I hope today is a good one, Beth. I'll be thinking about you this afternoon.

Erin

 

[DoeWDW]

Beth, I hope today's meeting with the prosecuters goes well. I know that we women sometimes start to feel sorry for people like PG but in reality, she is a danger to Katie and you and the authorities need to deal with her now. She and her decisions and actions have led her to this place and she needs to face up to that and get help. There are consequences to her irrational behavior. Hang in there - I'll be praying extra hard for all involved this afternoon.

I hope you aren't feeling too sore this morning! I truly admire your walking yesterday, especially after a tough 8 hour shift! Take it easy today, okay?? Give your body time to recover.

Best wishes for a wonderful day!

 

[KLH 1973]

I have been MIA over the weekend and have not posted so just wanted to explain why. Boy Beth I am just speechless as I read what PG has done this time. There is no way in gods green earth you should drop charges. She needs to get smacked down hard. Sorry if anyone who reads this, thinks this is to harsh. But at this point I truelly believe that is the only thing that will help her.

Congrats on doing your marathon and staying op keep it up.

Kristin

 

[toystoryduo]

Wow Beth!

Congratulations on completing your 1/2 marathon! That is wonderful!

Have a great day today!

Tracy

 

[wilderness01]

Hope your meeting goes well. I agree with the others, she needs to be whacked in her place and not let off the hook. She is dangerous and attempted to kidnap your daughter. Whether she was just bringing her to her house to visit with her sister or taking her far away. You will never know, but I wouldn't chance that again. Good luck to you.

 

[vald1977]

Good luck at the meeting today, Beth. I'm confident that you are doing the right thing.

Congrats on the marathon! I can't believe how far you've come. Has it really only been a year?

I'm so glad you have been sharing some quality time with your DH. It sounds like you two will be even stronger after you've weathered this storm together.

Take care and have a wonderful day !

 

[Strings]

Just a quick post before I go to bed. We met with the prosecuter. We are in family court. I like the lawyer. Won and I will both testify, and so will the director of her school. They volunteered to have Katie at the preschool for a full day since she won't be testified. This way Katie doesn't need to be involved at all. We are standing firm on the charges. We are hoping for psychiatric help over prison time. Keep in mind this is a preliminary hearing.

We are hanging in there. I have been over my carbs, but not by much. My portions have been a little big. I have managed to resist the major stress eating/binge.

I am getting up at 6am to workout. I take Katie in to school at 9. We are at court at 1030. I also need to start working on laundry and go grocery shopping.

Not sure when I will get to journals. I will post to my own as soon as I can.

Beth

 

[Tera]

Beth - I hope everything works out for you and your family and our prayers are with you.

 

[traceycooper]

Good luck Beth, i will be thinking of you.

 

[DoeWDW]

Beth, best wishes today. My thoughts and prayers are with you and all involved.

 

[AuroraluvsPhillip]

Beth,

I read over the last few pages of your journal. You deserve to feel good about your recent accomplishments for your health, but most importantly, for taking care of you and Won and Katie. Your family is the most important thing right now and you are doing the right thing in getting help for PG through the proper authorities.

My prayers are with you guys,
Jean

 

[lulu201]

to you, Beth. I'll be thinking about you and lifting you all up in prayer today. Keep the faith and stay strong--you and Won will get through this.

Erin

 

[wilderness01]

 

[KLH 1973]

good luck today in court

Kristin

 

[septbride2002]

Oh Beth! I hope things go well in Family Court and I hope that PG gets the help that she needs. Stand your ground and take care of yourself and your family.

~Amanda

 

[toystoryduo]

Beth,

Our thoughts and prayers are with you and Won today. I pray that everything works out for you and that your MIL gets the help she needs. Take good care of you.

Tracy