Toystoryduo’s Journal: Baby Steps are the Key... Celebrate Each Victory!

[eeyore25]

Hi Tracy,

Glad to hear that the game and everything went well. Maybe your friend is right, try and put some distance between you and your mom right now. I know that it must be tough, but it may help in the long run. But I have never been through anything like this so I don't really know for sure. Still thinking of you and your family though.

Congrats on the exercise minutes!!! That is great. Don't worry that scale will start to move in the right direction soon.

Keep your head up!! I hope that you get to do Disney for the full two weeks!!!

Have a great day

 

[toystoryduo]

Thanks Jamie!

Good afternoon WISH buddies... Where is my day going?!?!?!? I can't believe it's afternoon already! Okay, deep breath....

Today started out okay.... I went back to bed after I got up this morning because I was tired. Woke up, checked e-mails, started laundry. DH gets up... Informs me that he is choosing not to accept this temporary job. My reaction? His reasons are vaild, but I don't understand why he chose to drag out the decision over the weekend and then spring the answer on me this morning. Men! (Kidding....)

Needless to say, momma was not a happy camper this morning... After a loud vocal workout (yelling! ), I decided to get a physical workout in.... I got cardio and weights in for 30 minutes, blew off some steam, and feel somewhat better now. DH... Honey, if you are reading this... no more surprises!

Today's Plan:

* Workout (Done!)

* Homeschool (Done!)

* (Working on it...)

* Errands (DH is working on it.. )

* Work (5-9:30 p.m.)

* eBay (probably not; maybe tomorrow)

I will try and get to journals later on this evening... It will depend on how tired I am after work. Have a great Monday! WISHing you the BEST!

 

[CACruisin']

Men are irritating at times aren't they? Good of you to recognize that DH had valid reasons for his decision. Good job getting in a nice workout though to calm down. Speaking of exercise, you are doing such a great job here using it to deal with all of the various stresses in your life! Way to go girl!

As for all the other stuff, just keep hanging in there. You have had some tough times, but you'll pull through.

Have a great week!

 

[Blueeyes101817]

youve been so busy tracy and have so much going on..
Hope you got done everything you needed to today..hang in there tracy

 

[toystoryduo]

Thanks Anna and Jen!

Boy, work was tough tonight! We're starting to put our Christmas stuff out and I spent the first hour of work stocking shelves. Of course, I was stocking the bottom shelves and ringing the cash register so there was a lot of getting up and down involved. By the time 6:00 p.m. came around, I was wiped out and my knees were shot! The next 3 1/2 hours were just as tiring....

I'm adding another 60 minutes to my exercise total for work because I may not be able to get out of bed tomorrow.... I am so sore..... Much more work than I am used to.....

Hope everyone has a great night! I guess I'll try and get to journals tomorrow. I am way too tired tonight.

 

[AmyBeth68]

Hi Tracy!

Some pixie dust for you....hope you didn't awake with sore knees and stiffness . Sure sounds like a lot of physical work yesterday!!

And I have to say.....way to go on using exercise as your outlet!! It's so healthy to get out there and burn off steam doing something that is healthy for you! Sooo proud of you for that!!

Look at that exercise total girl! You are doing so great!!!! Keep up the good work and hang in there. I know some days are more frustrating than others....but you power through and get so much accomplished. It's really amazing!

 

[toystoryduo]

Thanks Amy!

I woke up this morning extremely sore..... I decided to take it easy today and not workout.

Let's see... I homeschooled, did some laundry (still need to fold and put away), went to the grocery store, took a nap, went to Arabica with my DH for some coffee (tea for me), and come home to answer e-mails. I am pretty tired still so I think I will call it an evening early.....

Hope everyone has a great day tomorrow!

 

[ScoJo15]

Hey you!

Just catching up with your journal and see that you are busy as usual!! Good job listening to your body...you were sore so you decided to give yourself a break and that's exactly what you should have done GOOD JOB!!

Hope you got the sleep you deserve!! Hope you have a good Wednesday!

 

[Amy&Dan]

Hey Wish Sis! Your activity is so amazing, almost 1200 minutes, INCREDIBLE!! Oh yeah, men do spring some heavy stuff on us wives from time to time! I agree with Anna, its good that you can see his reasons are valid but totally understandable to have your reaction at the same time! Great job burning off the stress instead of buring through the pantry! You are doing so well. How is your mom doing? I am really thinking about you, try not to forget yourself during your busy time. Do something for you thats relaxing and fun very soon, you deserve it!

 

[toystoryduo]

Thanks Scott and Amy!

Good morning WISH friends,

I am not feeling well today. I am completely exhausted and I have very little energy. My first inclination is to crawl back into bed and sleep the day away, but I can't do that. Too much to do today....

I did manage to get a 40 minute walk in this morning, but my knees hurt and I was completely wiped out at the end.

Today's Plan:

* Dollar Store.... Stuff for DD5's birthday party

* Homeschool

* eBay (lots to do here!)

* Craigslist... I'm going to try and list a couple of things on Craigslist to see if they sell.

That's it.... I hope. Have a great day!

 

[toystoryduo]

Good morning WISH buddies,

Yesterday was a good day. I got 30 auctions listed on eBay (20 cent listing day!), got laundry done (folded and put away), went to the Dollar Store, got my walk in, and had lunch with DH. The bad parts of the day? Disney Drama and not feeling well. The Disney Drama story is quite long and involved so let's just say that next year, we won't be inviting extended family along.... As for not feeling well... I am feeling a bit better this morning. I got about 8 hours of sleep last night and I'm not feeling blah today. (Until I saw the laundry hamper was full again! )

Today's Plan:

* Walk, Arms, Abs

* Homeschool (didn't yesterday )

*

* Soccer bags ready for our last game on Saturday. ( Can't believe the season is over already. )

* Maybe list some items on Craigslist today.

That's about all from here. Hope everyone has a great day!

 

[toystoryduo]

Update....

I went for a walk this morning because I really felt like I needed to clear my mind. Walks usually do that for me. Instead I found myself overthinking everything and getting very discouraged. I decided at one point to sit on a bench in the park, relax, absorb the sunshine and started praying... I am trying to focus on the here and now and trying to keep positive, happy thoughts flowing... It's not easy though.

I did manage 75 minutes of exercise.... (40 minute walk, 35 minutes of arms, abs, and stretching) I will probably get more time in today as we have a fall nature walk planned and we will be raking leaves....

Thanks for listening.

 

[kimwim8]

Hi Tracy!!

I know what you mean about overthinking on your walk. I do that too sometimes. I hope that getting to be by myself will help, but most times I end up thinking and thinking...and being alone with my thoughts isn't a great place to be!

Congrats on all of the exercise minutes!! YOU ROCK!!

 

[goldcupmom]

Hang in there, Tracy! Sounds like a prayer break is just what you needed.

It's so hard to keep focused on the here and now and not project bad things and our worries into the future.

Praying you have a better day!

I almost PMd you about 20c day, but I figured you saw it. I listed a bunch yesterday, too! Unfortunately, I think winter clothes are multiplying like rabbits in my closet!

HUGS!!! (and Prayers!!)

 

[Amy&Dan]

Hi Tracy, must be something in the air, I was overthinking myself into a mood today too! Taking a break to pray helps so much doesn't it? You are so busy and have so much going on. Don't let the extended family stuff ruin the joy and anticipation of your much needed and awaited trip. I know, easier said than done. Sometimes travelling with family can be more trouble than its worth (we have narrowed our list of who we will travel with to dh's aunt and cousin only at this point). Just keep hanging in there, you are doing so well being healthy and exercising like you are. YOu have so much to be proud of! I hope tomorrow is a great day for you and that you have a nice, fun, relaxing weekend planned!

 

[toystoryduo]

Thanks Kim, Julie, and Amy!

Good morning WISH buddies,

I have a need to run this morning... Does that make sense? I feel like I need to get outside and jog/run... I'm not a runner so I'm not sure where this is coming from, but I think I will go out and give it a try depsite the rain. Maybe my body just needs a major release from all of the stress... I don't know. I am off on my run though. I'll try and report back in later on....

 

[toystoryduo]

Well..... the run went okay. I only ran for about 5-8 minutes of my 40 minute jaunt. The reason? My knees and shins started hurting like crazy! My tennis shoes are well over 2 years old and are quite worn. I might as well have been running in flip flops for all the support my shoes were giving my feet and ankles. I still have abs and a nice long stretch to do..... Adding 50 minutes to the exercise total...

I would like to ask for your prayers today. I am still struggling to keep my thoughts positive. My DH has been helpful in talking to me, encouraging me, and praying for me, but I still am having a hard time being positive right now.

Today's Plan:

* Workout (almost done!)

* Homeschool

* Laundry (fold, put away)

* Dishes, Vacuum

* Work (5-9:30 p.m.)

* Finish Soccer Bags

* Count Disney jars

Whew! I am thankful that this weekend looks to be a relaxing one. DH does not have to deejay tomorrow and we don't have church so we'll try and do something fun with the kids. Tomorrow is the last soccer game though and that's kind of sad....

Hope everyone has a good day and a great weekend!

 

[SunFloridaDisney]

Hi Tracy,

Wanted to catch up with you, sounds like things are hectic and stressing you - but good job with the exercise - that always seems to help.
I'm praying for you, and hope you have a relaxing weekend.

 

[Blueeyes101817]

Hi Tracy-
Sorry things are still not looking up for you, but you have been doing a great job s ticking with the exercise..
I am hoping that since this weekend isnt full of things to do, you will get some time to relax...and that wil lhelp !

have a great weekend

 

[toystoryduo]

Thanks Kate and Jen.

Yesterday was an okay day..... I'm still have trouble with being a Negative Nelly. Where is Positive Polly when you need her?

Seriously, I think that all of the stress, the situation with my mom, and the pre-TOM roller coaster is part of the problem. I'm hoping to find some steady ground this weekend.

Our DDs' soccer game was cancelled due to the rain and high wind warning for the area.. (up to 60 mph winds! ) It's kind of sad that the season ended this way... We had treat bags for the girls and one of the parents had planned a surprise gift for the coaches.....

We have no real plans this weekend other than me working tomorrow from 3:30-7:30 p.m. DH does not have to deejay and we don't have church due to a special service tomorrow. What will we do with so much free time? I don't know! I'm not used to it.

Finally, I'd like to ask that you keep our family (my parents too) in your thoughts and prayers. I'd also like any you can send for our eBay auctions. I listed 30 items and so far, nothing.

Hope everyone has a great weekend! Go BUCKEYES!