JUST FOR TODAY ....... One day at a time ..... Daily Commitment Thread for 2018
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Drat! I went back a page and list my original post!
In short, @joan6630 good job on your quilting. MFP should include quilting in strength exercise.
@chemjenny WTG for getting in your walk after the day was done!
Walk dogs in neighborhood.
Meditate 25 mins this afternoon
Drink water-64oz min.
Catch up on laundry.
Track all my meals today-low carb/high protein. goal 150 grams.
Self care later today.
Yesterday I made the decision to stay the afternoon at our relatives' home and do laundry, clean and get supper ready & serve. I walked into a disaster & couldn't leave. I want a better quality of life for them. Even though I was exhausted I was laying in bed awake & upset. I had to finally take Melatonin to allow myself to drift off. Feel better today and so grateful to have my health in my home.
I really need to plan daily exercise in addition to walking. Need to make time for this.
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I’m working on getting steps up past 10,000 daily to help in addition to diet. I’m not able to due lifting due to EDS.7
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@toaljasa
Thank you for the encouraging words. I didn’t get everything done, but I’m a work in progress.
SW: 255 (Jan 2018)
CW: 239.1 (Feb 25,2018)
GW: 175
Day 1 - JFT, I will:
1. Straighten up the house
2. Plan for the upcoming week.
3. Go to Church (it’s been a while that I have physically gone)
4. Log all my food
5. Do my evening routine.
Day 2 - JFT, I will:
1. Go to work, but make sure I take my breaks.
2. Talk to my plan sponsor from EA and tell her I am changing meeting days.
3. Log all my food
4. Drink 8 glasses of water
5. Remember that life is a work in progress.
@Bex Soon you will be holding that bundle of joy. Relish that moment.
As are we all! We keep facing forward! You logged all your food---that is quite an accomplishment, that many folks struggle meeting. And the fact that you returned here to list your JFT's... just doing that keeps everything fresh on your mind---even if you or I don't get everything done on the list, they are still there to remind us to try again the next time. Have a wonderfully marvelous Monday.
Peace and joy.
You can’t go back and change the beginning, but you can start where you are and change the ending.”
— C. S. Lewis6 -
Recap Sun. 2/25 - Rain & sleet last night made roads ice rinks once again. Couldn't get my car up driveway and into garage after church this morning. Plus wind advisory until 3p.m. with gusts up to 40-50 mph. So no dog walk today. Sad dog & sad me.
1) Bible class / church
2) Treadmill = Nope, took nap instead and felt oh so good! That's why I walk in a.m.'s even though I'm not a morning person...excuses come too easy later in the day.
3) Net calories green / >12c water to flush sodium = Nope and 14c water This week has been a little out of control for net calories...need to get back on track.
4) At least 1-2 items on to-do list = Yep
5) Unplug 9:00 / floss / retainers / bed & TV off 10:15 (treadmill M a.m. before work)
JFT M 2/26
1) Treadmill 2 mi (too many snooze alarms for 3 miles) / 32:50 / stretched after =
2) At work today, do not check JFT/MFP every 10 minutes for baby watch, neet to actually work. Thinking of you @Bex953172 and little Casey Leigh!
3) Move hourly / stairs breaks at work
4) Net calories green / monitor as usual
5) Not sure of evening plans...if stay home, at least 1-2 items on to-do list
6) Unplug 9:00 / floss / retainers / bed & TV off 10:15 (want 3 miles on treadmill T a.m.)3 -
JFT Monday
1. Accurate logging. Morning meds. Tea!
2. Daily 5-min meditation. Take books for classroom library. Morning walk. AM dr appointment.
3. 1 set body exercises (10 lifted push-ups ALL THE WAY DOWN, 10 lunges each leg, 70 sec plank, 40 sec forward fold, 20 sec triangle each side, 40 sec down dog, 30 sec crane each leg, 15 side leg lifts) aim for 2. 5k steps before 2nd appointment; aim for 6.
4. Afternoon dr appointment. Update Week 8 and email. Gym for day 1 strength. Steps to 10k; aim for 12. Try for a mile run.
5. Read 3 articles for class. Update class websites using sub plans. Check with parents about Saturday plans.
6. Kickboxing at 6:00. Outline Week 9. Add links to blogroll. New R&J movie to Plex.
7. Meds after dinner. Teeth flossed, rinsed, brushed; in bed by 9:45.
Scale goals
Dec 1 weigh-in: 176.6
End of 2017: 174.6
Feb 1 weigh-in: 173.6
Feb 28 goal: 169.6
Today: 172.9. TWO doctors appointments. One for a checkup, and one to establish care with a new PCP. And I'm sitting here in a small room and can't get my steps in. I did do my stretches and bodyweight exercises!6 -
my last post:
31 years old - 5'10'' - 307 lbs
for today - finish the thermos of water before getting more tea
- no coffee (check!)
- hit the gym (check!)
- healthy dinner to stay in caloric confines! (hmmm don't remember lol)
2/26
- stay in calorie goal
- hit the gym even though I'm super busy
- small portions for dinner (eating with a friend)
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So I have news! I went to the Community College where I started my Associates Degree in 2006. I sat with an Advisor to go over what I need to graduate...well... I DONT NEED ANYTHING!!!!! I'M GRADUATING IN MAY!!!!!
I'm graduating with a 3.0 even though I failed 2 classes my last semester there in 2010. I actually have more credits then I needed! I didn't even need to take the two classes I failed because I already had enough credits. I just didn't think to check because I thought I needed way more at that point. Lol. I'm just so excited! I told my DH and he freaked out like I was. Lol. I almost started crying when he hugged me. Lol.11 -
HGSmith0920 wrote: »So I have news! I went to the Community College where I started my Associates Degree in 2006. I sat with an Advisor to go over what I need to graduate...well... I DONT NEED ANYTHING!!!!! I'M GRADUATING IN MAY!!!!!
I'm graduating with a 3.0 even though I failed 2 classes my last semester there in 2010. I actually have more credits then I needed! I didn't even need to take the two classes I failed because I already had enough credits. I just didn't think to check because I thought I needed way more at that point. Lol. I'm just so excited! I told my DH and he freaked out like I was. Lol. I almost started crying when he hugged me. Lol.
Wooohoo!!!! Congratulations!!!! I'm so happy for you. That is a huge accomplishment2 -
cschmitz110515 wrote: »2) At work today, do not check JFT/MFP every 10 minutes for baby watch, neet to actually work. Thinking of you @Bex953172 and little Casey Leigh!
I actually laughed out loud at this in my cubicle because that is exactly what I was doing! I don't think I have ever logged onto MFP/JFT this often in one morning! Like a nervous pacing grandma, I am! LOL!HGSmith0920 wrote: »So I have news! I went to the Community College where I started my Associates Degree in 2006. I sat with an Advisor to go over what I need to graduate...well... I DONT NEED ANYTHING!!!!! I'M GRADUATING IN MAY!!!!!
I'm graduating with a 3.0 even though I failed 2 classes my last semester there in 2010. I actually have more credits then I needed! I didn't even need to take the two classes I failed because I already had enough credits. I just didn't think to check because I thought I needed way more at that point. Lol. I'm just so excited! I told my DH and he freaked out like I was. Lol. I almost started crying when he hugged me. Lol.
THIS IS SO AWESOME FOR YOU! Very happy for you! You go get 'em, girl.... You are on a mission!Yesterday I made the decision to stay the afternoon at our relatives' home and do laundry, clean and get supper ready & serve. I walked into a disaster & couldn't leave. I want a better quality of life for them. Even though I was exhausted I was laying in bed awake & upset. I had to finally take Melatonin to allow myself to drift off. Feel better today and so grateful to have my health in my home.
Hugs to you, @Saragirl2 . I think I would be much the same way...upset and trying to do what I can while I'm there, and then go home and lie awake obsessing about what I could do to try to fix things. I'm a "fixer" from way back. I'm not saying that you obsessed, but that is what I would do. All I can say is I'm sorry...I wish I could help. I'm sending you hugs from Green Bay. (((SARA)))4 -
OConnell5483 wrote: »Just for Sunday
1. Journal every bite.
2. Increase water intake from Saturday
3. Go to 9:00 service at church Overslept again.
4. Spend 15 minutes each taking care of my Body, Mind & Spirit Lymphedema massage on arm, did some sewing on quilt and listened to Optimal Living Daily podcasts, and spent time watching 4yo grandson.
5. Continue thinking about 2018 goals and how to achieve them
6. Call dad and check in Got busy when Tyler came over.
7. Sew. I found it so soothing and relaxing on Saturday!
8. Meal Plan and make grocery list for week
9. Prep lunch bag for Monday, set coffeemaker timer
10. Select outfits for the week and iron them, set them aside
11. Read my Simple Abundance and Beck's Diet Solution. Read next chapter in 52 Small Changes... 1 out of 3. But I had a good excuse...The Walking Dead premiere was on last night!
12. Unplug by 9:00 and sleeping by 10:30. <fingers crossed> Not sleeping by 10:30 but only because granddaughter is really sick and I was up and down with her all night.
I just realized I have logged on here 2 or 3 times today but I never looked at my goals from yesterday or posted any for today. Too busy being on Bex and Casey watch!
Just for Monday
1. Journal every bite, good or bad. Own your actions.
2. Increase water intake.
3. Body, Mind and Spirit. Make time to spend 15 minutes for each area of wellness.
4. Complete 3 items on work to-do list
5. Complete at least 1 item on home to-do list
6. Take a walk outside after work. It's going to be like 49 degrees today! So excited!
7. Set up coffeemaker and pack lunch bag for morning
8. Readings: Simple Abundance, Beck's Diet Solution, 52 Small Changes....
9. Pick up or bake cherry pies for LB's birthday tomorrow.
10. Gratitude journal 5 things and sleeping by 10:30.
Today's Quote: Be stronger than your strongest excuse![/quote]
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@HGSmith0920 -- SO PROUD OF YOU!!!!! Congratulations!!!!!!
@eshebam - you have great goals! I especially love the one about going to the gym -- even if you don't feel like it!
@Saragirl2 - It is hard when we see our loved ones suffering and not having the life we wish for them. I am this way all the time with my daughter. She lives in a 1 bedroom apartment, and she will not let me in it, because it is usually a mess. I want a better life for her, but it is hard. Hugs to you. I am learning that we cannot change many things, but we can take good care of ourselves, so we are there for our loved ones.
@NSnewme18 - you and I both have the same goal weight. Its taking it one day at a time .... no matter how long it takes. You are doing great.
@Bex - I am so sorry for all you are going through to get this little baby into the world! Hoping to hear some wonderful news from you real soon!! Like the others, I think I have checked on here twice already today ---- so come on Baby Casey!!!
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So I haven’t had the chance to jump on here the last two days to set my daily goals and guess what, I ate more than I should have !
I’m going to redeem myself so i figured it’s best I set for tomorrow’s goal now.
- eat within macros
- lift
- C25K
- Drink 2 litres of water
- Apple cider vinegar in the morning
- 10k steps
- Burn at least 2200 calories
I met most of my goals yesterday except C25K, and drinking 2 litres of water. I totally forgot the water !
For today :
-eat within macros
-drink 2 litres of water
-Apple cider vinegar
-lift
-10k steps
-C25K
-burn at least 2200 calories
Met all my goals yesterday except eating within macros (ate slightly over) and I forgot about the water again! I honestly need to just leave the 2 litres of water beside me all times just so I can remember to drink it.
My goals for today:
Eat within macros
Drink 2 litres of water
Apple cider vinegar
Lift
C25K
10k steps
Burn at least 2200 calories
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news flash. i'm bad at weekends.
the 30 days of yoga didn't happen. however, i only missed one workout last week, so that's good.
JFT 2/26
log everything
stay green
drink 80
swim 1700 (one mile)
work on the crochet corgi
yoga video? who knows.
Kristian came with me to school today and did really well. he liked it bc while i was teaching he got to be on the computer. He experienced passing period though, and we walked around a bit.6 -
@Bex953172 where's da baby????4
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@Bex953172 is in the uk and if where she is anything like where I am, then the baby probably doesn’t want to come out because it’s so so cold!! We don’t deal well with extreme temperatures here and the tabloid newspapers are in hysterics because some snow has fallen!
But actually it did have an impact on my goals today:
- exercise before kids get up (never skip a Monday) ✅
- Water 3ltr 2ltr of plain water but with other drinks probably made it
- Stay in calorie goal ✅
- Prep for 3x Parents meetings this week two out of 3 but needed to speak to specialist re the third
- Put in medical appt request ✅
- Go and get car at lunchtime and drive in donated toys and books didn’t fancy the run home in the blizzard and the potential for getting stuck and not making it back to work
- Maybe hot yoga after work meeting overran and no car so couldn’t.
JFT 27/2:
- early exercise
- Calories
- Water
- Toy donation and yoga (weather dependent)
- Early night
Enjoy the rest of your Monday gang. I’ll be bobbing back on here occasionally to see if there is news4 -
Baby Casey
Born 17.55 UK time
7lb 10.
Struggling a bit with BFing so will post brief birth story tomorrow
Thank you everyone xx
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Baby Casey
Born 17.55 UK time
7lb 10.
Struggling a bit with BFing so will post brief birth story tomorrow
Thank you everyone xx
WHAT A BEAUTIFUL LITTLE GIRL!!!! And all that hair!!! COngratulations Bex!!!! I've been watching all day for a picture or note from you. I wish I could give her a big "gramma" hug, and you to! So very happy for you all! She is darling!6 -
@Bex953172 OH MY GIRL!!! She's ADORABLE!!! I feel like a proud big sister and Auntie! I hope you know that this little bundle will have about 20 Grannies/Godmothers! She will never be on her own, EVER!!!!! You must be one proud Momma! Congratulations my dear!3
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@Bex953172 Congratulations!! She is a cutie Get some sleep and try to relax! Being calm will help with the BFing. I'm so happy for you!!4
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Checking in from Monday:
1. Accurate logging. ❌ Morning meds. ✔ Tea! ✔
2. Daily 5-min meditation. ❌ Take books for classroom library. ✔ Morning walk. ✔ AM dr appointment. ✔
3. 1 set body exercises (10 lifted push-ups ALL THE WAY DOWN, 10 lunges each leg, 70 sec plank, 40 sec forward fold, 20 sec triangle each side, 40 sec down dog, 30 sec crane each leg, 15 side leg lifts) aim for 2. ✔ 5k steps before 2nd appointment; aim for 6. ✔
4. Afternoon dr appointment. ✔ Update Week 8 and email. ❌ Gym for day 1 strength. ❌ Steps to 10k; aim for 12. ✔ Try for a mile run. ❌
5. Read 3 articles for class. ❌ Update class websites using sub plans. ❌ Check with parents about Saturday plans. ✔
6. Kickboxing at 6:00. ✔ Outline Week 9. ❌ Add links to blogroll. ❌ New R&J movie to Plex. ✔
7. Meds after dinner. ✔ Teeth flossed, rinsed, brushed; in bed by 9:45. ✔
JFT Tuesday:
1. Accurate logging. Pack lunch and log. Morning meds. Tea!
2. Daily 5-min meditation. Apologize to K. Review notes from yesterday. Update website based on sub plans.
3. Print and email Week 8. Outline Week 9. Add links to blogroll. Take notes on stories.
4. 1 set body exercises (10 lifted push-ups ALL THE WAY DOWN, 10 lunges each leg, 70 sec plank, 40 sec forward fold, 20 sec triangle each side, 40 sec down dog, 30 sec crane each leg, 15 side leg lifts) aim for 2. 5k steps at school; aim for 6.
5. Gym for strength class immediately after school. Steps to 10k; aim for 12. Try for a mile run.
6. Read 3 articles for class. Download and review ALL essay requirements. Leave for writing group by 6:30.
7. Meds after dinner. Chop more celery. Write JFT. Teeth flossed, rinsed, brushed; in bed by 9:45.
Scale goals
Dec 1 weigh-in: 176.6
End of 2017: 174.6
Feb 1 weigh-in: 173.6
Feb 28 goal: 169.6
Today: 172.9. Trying some anti-anxiety medication to see if it helps me sleep through the night. Fingers crossed!4 -
@Bex953172 Congratulations!! She is a cutie Get some sleep and try to relax! Being calm will help with the BFing. I'm so happy for you!!
Haha I’ve actually done quite well for a first time. I’ve had to ask for help a couple of times but you’re right about the stress thing. I’ve just figured it’s something we both need to learn together
My biggest struggle was getting her to feed on one side purely because I’m right handed lol! I couldn’t support her right but sorted it now!
But doesn’t mean tomorrow I’ll struggle again.
I got fed up because she was crying her head off and I don’t want to wake the other ladies (at 1.40 am!) even though I know they don’t mind as they’re in the same boat haha but when it’s just yours crying at daft o clock you can’t help but feel bad!
I couldn’t even get a drink or get her dressed!
But she’s asleep now. Don’t know how long for lol so best get some sleep.
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@Bex953172 Congratulations!! She is a cutie Get some sleep and try to relax! Being calm will help with the BFing. I'm so happy for you!!
But she’s asleep now. Don’t know how long for lol so best get some sleep.
Apparently 5 minutes.. haha I feel like I’m going crazy from no sleep already!7 -
@Bex953172 Congratulations!! She is a cutie Get some sleep and try to relax! Being calm will help with the BFing. I'm so happy for you!!
But she’s asleep now. Don’t know how long for lol so best get some sleep.
Apparently 5 minutes.. haha I feel like I’m going crazy from no sleep already!
OH - I wish I was there to hold that precious little doll!!!! and @HGSmith0920 is so right -- she has lots of aunties and grammas here for you!! You try and get some sleep ---- even if its only 5 minutes at a time
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@Bex953172 Congratulations!! She is a cutie Get some sleep and try to relax! Being calm will help with the BFing. I'm so happy for you!!
But she’s asleep now. Don’t know how long for lol so best get some sleep.
Apparently 5 minutes.. haha I feel like I’m going crazy from no sleep already!
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news flash. i'm bad at weekends.
the 30 days of yoga didn't happen. however, i only missed one workout last week, so that's good.
JFT 2/26
log everything
stay green little too green, actually.
drink 80
swim 1700 (one mile) did 1200. Started coughing so had to stop
work on the crochet corgi getting ready
yoga video? who knows. I did!
Kristian came with me to school today and did really well. he liked it bc while i was teaching he got to be on the computer. He experienced passing period though, and we walked around a bit.
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HGSmith0920 wrote: »
JFT, 2/26/18
1. Up by 7 615 actually. Thank you, Panda
2. Morning Routine(weight/clothes/coffee/MFP/Bible!!!!) Everything but Bible.
3. College to meet with Advisor See previous post!!!!!!!!
4. Call Doc to see if DH can be seen today Called and got an appt four 4! Everything is all fixed now and the DH and I are happy!
5. Stop by Godmom's house to pick up key Ended up spending almost two hours there! Lol
6. Call Tax people/ Finance guy Called my finance guy. Got a meeting for Wednesday morning! Tax guy added to tomorrow
7. Do some job hunting I sent out a resume or two. I've decided to ditch the bank teller idea and focus strictly on Reception/Admin Assistant. That's what I really enjoy doing.
8. Lunch(pancakes?) Bacon/Egg/Cheese Sandwiches(lightened up though)
9. Gym Did this at about 630am! Lol). Actually had some quiet time while on an Elliptical. Lol
10. Library(spend at least 1 hour writing) Nope. Spent time on the couch with the DH. Watched the Countdown to the Trade Deadline for the NHL
11. Read/Nap DH's doc appointment instead
13. Prep dinner Super simple. I forgot what I had planned to make until we got home at about quarter after 5.
Lol. Thank goodness it was quick. We were starving.
14. Dinner/Dishes Whole Wheat Linguine with a Tomato-Cream Sauce. It was amazing. It had almost no cleanup as well! Those are my favorite meals!
15. DH Time Did this this afternoon. He's playing his game now and I am sitting at the table typing this! Lol
16. Bed by 11pm Most likely. Didn't end up getting to bed until 12 last night though. The DH was feeling down and ignored so I spent about two hours hanging out and cuddling with him so that he would feel better.
Had a GREAT day!!!! Not only did I find out that I can GRADUATE in May but @Bex953172 had Casey!!!! I'm kind of having a hard time grasping the fact that I no longer have the guilt of not finishing my Degree over my head! So on to my list! Lol.
JFT, 2/27/18
1. Up by 7
2. Morning Routine(Weigh/Clothes/Coffee&Tea/MFP/Teeth)
3. Run to Godmom house to feed Jojo(x2)
4. Gym
5. Library
6. Make wraps/fruit cups 4 DH
7. Check out jobs on C/L
8. Call Tax People
9. Print out Finance stuff for Wed.
10. Read/Nap
11. DH time
12. Dinner/Dishes
13. Pens Game
14. Bed by 11pm.
I hope everyone is having a great night!
See ya in the AM!6 -
@Bex953172 Oh what an absolute beauty. My mom would have said "She's bright-eyed and bushy-tailed!" My heart is filled to overflowing with joy for you.6
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@HGSmith0920 You have been a great source of entertainment for my visiting friend and I today!!! We've gotten several chuckles thinking of your aim to re-enroll in school only to find out "I'M A GRADUATE!!!" I hope this degrees opens up doors for you
Congratulations!
Much joy and peace.6 -
@Bex953172 Oh Bex, she is BEAUTIFUL!!!! I'm so excited for you and so happy you are both doing well! I have been worried like a mother hen all day! She has so much hair! I wish I could hold her and rock her. It's one of my favorite things in the world...rocking babies. Sending you big hugs!!!! XOXOXOX4
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@Bex953172 What a little cutie! And so much hair! So happy for you all. Hope you get some sleep. (((hugs)))3
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