SBF, Reboot Boogaloo, May 24th

yoginimary

Howdy!

This is the last week of my bike challenge. I slipped to 16th over the weekend. I'm shooting for the top 15, but I won't lose sleep over it. Since I'm hosting book club this week, there's a lot of stuff I need to do to get ready as well. Then, I'm going to Fort Worth Friday and Saturday, so biking may slip in importance. The temperatures are moving towards the mid 90s now, so it will soon be too hot for me anyway.

Today: vet appointment, then getting a cavity filled. I think I'm going to bike to the dentist as well as to yoga. I think this is a good idea.

New week, boogaloo!

mechanicmom

I am not looking forward to the warm temps again. If we bring M home this summer, it's going to be quite a shock to her system I think.
I slept SOOO good last night! I am wondering if I even rolled over once. I probably still have a deficit, but I think I'll be able to stay awake all day.
Dragging my feet about getting anything done though. I have post vacation blues I guess. :laugh: Or too many things on my plate to get done. Today I need to clean up from our trip (got two loads of laundry done last night, just need to put away and finish the rest), get a work out in, push ups, and then goofing off the rest of the day. Just not feeling like doing much.
We are really missing our girl. I hope she's doing okay. Alex has been praying for her on his own. His prayers have been so cute. He's been thanking God for our bodies, our blessings, food, friends, etc. It's so sweet to hear him pray. He loves to do it and I know God hears him and He is smiling too because of the sweetness of it. :happy:
Goals this week: lots of praying, staying busy, getting back to better eating ( I actually didn't do too bad while we were gone, gained 1 pound but whoopdeedo), and working out in spite of the heat.
3 more days boogaloo!
MM

lotusfromthemud

Morning, pebbs...

I have to be creative with my workouts today, as there are no classes anywhere (Victoria Day Holiday Monday). I'll probably end up at the gym while my husband has a rehearsal here at the house, maybe cardio and some weights. If it's deserted, I may practice my jump rope skills (upon learning that my boxing teacher couldn't jump rope either when he started, it's my summer goal to be able to make it through an entire thirty second interval without choking myself).

Didn't do any official cardio yesterday (although I cleaned and ran all over town with lots of walking and took the air conditioner apart and lugged a new litterbox home...) and feel a bit down about it. So, the goal this week is to do the cardio every day (even if it's light, or just for half an hour..it should involve at least a light sweatbreaking and changing into workout clothes).

Also, I'm in a major rut with my schoolwork. I've realized that all the non-my-actual-schoolwork stuff is really bringing me down...and I'm taking it out on myself. For example, I get mad because my paycheque is screwed up (again...) or my department is so disorganized, or a I just get a case of the unfairs when I hear about a colleague's positive experience at another school ...so I don't study for my translation exam for three days. That has to stop now, seriously. So, today part of my project is to practice translating and make a plan of attack/semi-firm deadlines for everything else on my list. I have to go into "just do it" mode and well, just do it. I will not let self-sabotage ruin this degree for me.

So, long story short: some kind of weights thing (I'm trying to pick up an actual weight at least twice a week), some kind of cardio thing, some kind of translation practice thing. Water, fruits/vegetables and protein at every meal. That should do it.

Gah, just do it already, boogaloo.:flowerforyou:

mechanicmom

Good morning, :yawn:
Don't know why I am so sleepy. I have been sleeping good for a change. Maybe it's this warm laptop.

We ended up going out to eat last night. We were suppose to go with friends who invited us and then cancelled on us. I didn't need to do that but it tasted good and took care of a craving I have had. I had a high calorie day so I need to do better today.
I will try to work out today but I think I am going to focus on getting some things cleaned up that I've been putting off. I have extra time right now since there's no Bible Study, and one less class that Alex goes to. I need to take advantage of that and get some work done. Because of the suspense of waiting for news on Thursday I really have felt like doing much of anything. I need to do it in faith though because if we do get to bring M home, the next six weeks will be very busy getting ready.

Getting to the nitty and gritty boogaloo!
MM

yoginimary

V- After you learn to jump rope is riding a bike next? (referring to the blog)

Oh, crud, I just got my schedule all written out, and I didn't put "visit my old person" on there. It takes about two hours, argh. I will get some extra cleaning done today, so I can go see her tomorrow.

Today: teach yoga, bike two errands, clean, lunch with friend, yoga with husband. Also, make schedule for husband for when I'm gone this weekend (he can never remember what to do for the cats)

I think I'll be lucky to finish in the top 15 of the solo competition. I will have 200 miles this month though :bigsmile: (174 as of this morning). Our team should finish 3rd (though the team below us is only 30 trips behind). The two teams that are going to beat us are both cycling clubs, so in a way, we are finishing in first place, right?

Better get busy, boogaloo!

lotusfromthemud

I don't know (still) about riding a bike in town. I did find out a place pretty close to my apartment rents them, and we're getting a super-cool pay-by-the-hour European bike sharing program next summer. (they have them in Montreal...you go to a bike stand, swipe your card, and one unlocks. an hour later, at any similar bike stand, you put it back (or longer than an hour)..coool, huh?) Until we have actual bike lanes, though...I wouldn't go on a major street. It is time to go back to the island and rent a bike for a day, though...no cars and a beach...a ten minute ferry ride away from downtown...what's not to love?

I didn't get around to master planning my schedule yesterday, but I did study for an hour and listen/analyze for another hour. Woot.

Just got back from Zumba, now it's cooling off, a shower, a mani/pedi, an appointment downtown, and maybe (if the energy is still up) yoga at the gym tonight. I ended up doing a very intense circuit training thing with heavy for me free weights (sample that amazed me: I discovered I can do chest presses with 25 pound dumbells (that's 50 pounds, pebbles!...yowza) for two sets of 12 without dying. In about 45 minutes, I got a six hundred calorie burn (it was bookended with some arc trainer, about twenty minutes worth). So, I'm going to try to "lift heavy" once a week in a similar fashion, in the hopes that I can get the firmness I'm after.

I think finishing first among the "non cycling clubs" is winning, Mary.

If you're sleepy, use some of your extra time to rest, MM...stress is a killer! I find I get really, really tired when I don't feel stressed, but something stressful is going on (hey, it beats irritability and headaches, I guess).

CP...how goes the job hunt/ decisions?

Bobbie, how goes everything?

Keep moving forward, boogaloo.:flowerforyou:

Bobbie145

Hi, Everyone! I rejoined my Y and have been to 2 Zumba classes. My husband is out of town for a few days, so it will be Thursday before I can head back again. I got on the scales this morning. Yikes! Up about 7 pounds in a week. :grumble: That's what beer, french fries, burgers, etc., will do to ya. :huh: My own fault. I'm going to start logging my calories again. The 7 must go and then some!!!

We went bowling yesterday using our "kids bowl free all summer" coupons. It was fun. We may go again today, but no burgers and fries this time!!!:noway: I placed an order this morning for two pair of kids' bowling shoes. I figured I'd rather pay up front once than have to pay to rent shoes all summer. I don't think it will take long for the better option to be buying the shoes instead of renting each time. I already have my shoes so I wouldn't have to rent each time.

Write it down and shake it off, boogaloo!!


Bobbie

cp005e

Hi everybody. I had my interview yesterday, and pretty much was completely honest about my situation. We had a good conversation, and I definitely felt like these were people I could work with. I didn't walk away knowing whether I wanted the job, but I did walk away feeling pretty good about either position. (It sounded like they would be potentially OK with me taking a little extra time to try and get as much done as possible on my current project, so that takes away a bit of the guilt.) Well, today I got some feedback - and it was really positive! So... I have another round of interviews on Friday. I just need to figure out what I want to do... it's a good job, and management-wise they definitely seem a bit more sane than what I've got currently - but it would still be a lot of work and responsibility, and I wouldn't be working with some of my best friends anymore. Ugh, I don't know! :noway: But, as my husband says: gee, two good jobs that I'm qualified for and may have the opportunity to choose between - these are the problems you want to have.

I did make it to dance class tonight, which was fun. Bobbie, I'm sure you didn't really gain 7 pounds! MM, hang in there. How are your pushups going? Mary, I'm still impressed with your commuting. And V, my co-worker still tells me about your blogs before you do. I'm totally with you on the fear of failure... and pushing through it in terms of physical challenges has shown me, just a little bit, that it's OK to fail on the way to success. Now if only I could apply that to the rest of my life besides exercise.

Indecision, boogaloo! :flowerforyou:

mechanicmom

Mary, that's really awesome on the bike riding! Way to go!
V, when you and I meet, we are going to get a mani/pedi.
Bobbi, You probably did not gain 7 pounds. Water retention?
CP, I agree with you hubby that it's a good problem to have but it still doesn't make it easy to decide what to do. I'm glad your interview went well and you are called back for another one. It seems difficult to find a job in the computer world that has much sanity (or at least in the management). It seems difficult in any kind of job nowadays.

I am feeling edgy, emotional and heavy hearted this morning. I wish I could blame it on PMS. I need tomorrow to be over with. I wish I wasn't so stressed about it but I am. We will either be mourning or celebrating. It's a life or death situation in my eyes. I hate it.
I didn't work out to a DVD yesterday but I went to bed sore. I got a couple of things done that I've been putting off and I feel better for it. I still have a a few more things to do. I will try to get at least one done each day. My mind and heart just isn't into anything right now. I will try to work out today. I don't wanna, but I will regret gaining weight back.
Horse therapy today and resisting the super good sweets at the "Farmer's Market". I hope I don't give in. I hear myself already giving me excuses. Church tonight. I don't know if I will go. I don't want to cry 3 weeks in a row. I need to go. I always feel encouraged and reminded of God's goodness.
Sorry I'm such a downer today.
Heavy heart boogaloo.
MM

yoginimary

Hope you make it to church, MM. I'm sure it will make you feel better.
I don't like making decisions of that kind either, CP. I want someone else to decide for me, then I will either decide with them or against them :laugh:
I had a bowling dream the night before last, Bobbie - maybe it was yours? I couldn't find a bowling ball that fit or was round. I'm sure that means something.
I would like the credit card bike system please. We have yellow bikes around here that are just free. I hardly ever see them though.

Today: clean like mad and bike to the farmer's market and yoga. The good thing about having people over is it makes me dust and clean the windows. If I didn't have people over, it may never get done.

Cleaning, boogaloo.

lotusfromthemud

Morning pebbs,

Sort of semi busy (but not stressful busy) day scheduled for the day. Translation practice, marking papers (there are so many, and I fear that there will be more to pick up tomorrow), shopping for dinner food, a haircut (the humidity convinced me that it's time to tame it a bit), a workout (my favorite weights class), and hopefully some time in there to get some other studying in. I realized/was pushed to realize yesterday that my anxiety level has ramped up because I'm sort of over the hump with the whole degree thing, and now it's time to either finish the degree (I have no doubt that I'm capable of doing this) or walk away from the degree (rarely, I have days when I want this option). It's just a matter of endurance right now, and that's sort of scarier than being in a place where I'm not sure if I can accomplish it or not. Not sure if that makes sense, but I think it's that whole "fear of success" vs "fear of failure" thing. At the same time, I'm trying to purposefully resist the graduate school "culture of suffering" that seems to exist...if you're enjoying yourself at all, this theory seems to go, you can't possibly be working hard enough. It's BS, and I need to live my life in defiance of it.

Weighed in. I lost a pound "not dieting"/eating consciously, (I think it's been about three weeks since I last weighed myself) so I think that's validation enough to keep doing it. I think that the current plan of 1. killing the workouts and 2. just eating when I eat, but at the same time trying to be aware of balancing my food a bit is one that I can sustain for the long haul. It has seemed to minimize the craziness. I do have to be aware, however that I don't let my choices slip into a bad category too much, if that makes sense. . .so I'm still trying to minimize sugar and stay away from refined carbs. Other than that, I'm just eating. I should probably measure myself, too...as I had a "hey, my pants that are fresh out of the dryer are sort of falling off" day yesterday.

Full out novel boogaloo.:flowerforyou:

Bobbie145

Good morning, girls!:flowerforyou:

I'm sure it was a good bit of "not real weight", but it can become "real weight" so quickly! Fortunately, when the scales show a result like that, with one good day I can make a lot of progress back down again. I was really "good" yesterday. Logged in everything I ate, went bowling, kept the calories down, and 4 pounds were gone this morning. Very encouraging, so I'm gonna do it again today!!:bigsmile:

Just spent an hour and a half at the courthouse on a simple case but didn't get it disposed of because the witnesses for the state were not present. Everyone pretty much gets a pass the first time a case is down if it isn't ready to go, so we'll go back in two weeks and see who gets there then.

Ordered my almost 9 year old his birthday present this morning. He has been wanting a DSI (Nintendo hand held gaming system). He has had DS's, but the next big thing is out, so he's been wanting that. He is a good boy, so I splurged and ordered it for him.

My husband gets home tonight, so I should be able to get to the gym in the morning. I'll go to spin at 6:35 if there isn't an 8:00 Zumba class. Gotta check the schedule.

Have a great day!!


Bobbie

lotusfromthemud

Gah...update...

I decided to try the "boot camp" class at my gym today (I'd heard rumours along the lines of "you will die.") Good news: I didn't die. Bad news: my heart rate spiked several times, and I had to sit out a few things. Further good news: 935 calories in 75 minutes.

I think I have a new favourite class. We'll see how sore I am tomorrow. Oh, and it started with jump rope. Urgh.

Didn't die, boogaloo.

Bobbie145

V: I am so glad you didn't die! Congratulations!!:flowerforyou:

mechanicmom

Good morning ladies.

Yesterday was not a good day for me. I ate junk, didn't get anything done, I had a headache all day. I felt awful. Then I went to church and was greatly encouraged and strengthened. I am not sure what is going to happen today, but I know I am not alone. I will not die (at least I hope I don't!), so I will make it through whatever news comes my way.
In spite of all the bad eating I did yesterday, I lost a pound. I did manage to do taebo for an hour. Other than that I pretty much sat around.
I am going to the store this morning, and then cleaning up the house. By the time that's done we may have news, so the rest of my day will kind of depend on that. I assume I will be making phone calls to family. I will try to get a work out in if I can. No matter what news comes it will get busy around here. We will either go get M or go meet another child. I had another dream about her last night. It was her first night at home and I was worried that putting her in her own bed would be too overwhelming for her. lol.
I'm also trying to make plans this weekend so we won't be sitting around the house moping, but then again if we get good news we may need the weekend to start planning our trip!
Y'all have a good day!
Three day weekend coming up boogaloo!
MM

yoginimary

Fingers crossed, MM.

I managed to get the house clean and see my old person yesterday - as well as get 3 bike rides in (totaling 19 miles, whew!). I'm looking forward to this competition being over. My knees are beginning to hurt, a sure sign I've biked too much. I'm sure there is something wrong with my form, because it hurts on my inner knee. I'm also very tan, well, my arms are, anyway.

Today: a couple of bike rides and teach yoga. Cooking all afternoon. The menu is: roasted potatoes, grilled peach salad, cucumber & tomato goat cheese bites, spinach/artichoke dip with pita, and persimmon freeze - all of them main ingredients coming from either my yard, my parent's yard, or the farmer's market (mostly the farmer's market). I made the alfredo the other night (I prefer the alfredo spinach/artichoke dip to the mayonnaise one) - it was awesome - my husband said he was still thinking about it. Why can't restaurants make alfredo? I think they put too many artificial ingredients in.

Cream, butter, cheese, boogaloo!

lotusfromthemud

Gah....I just went to school to proctor the exam....that took place on Tuesday. In my defense, the email from my prof said the exam was moved to "Tursday the 25th" which I read as "T(h)ursday the 25th" instead of "Tu(e)sday the 25th." I NEVER do stuff like this, so I'm pretty embarrassed. It's also an indication that I am really, really, really (that's three reallys) stressed out right now. I'm praying to be able to let go of some of this, so that I don't make myself sick...but I'm just freaking about several major degree requirements that are (god willing and the creek don't rise) very close to completion. Strange how getting closer to finishing becomes more and more stressful, instead of less and less.

On the upside, I only have minor soreness from yesterday's boot camp (I'm amazed by this, as it was pretty hardcore, and he made me use 10 pound dumbells for everything...I was truly working to falling over failure.) Today is a noon zumba class. Also, I discovered another studio (that I can also see from my house) is offering drop in zumba classes, and my gym is going to start one on Wednesdays. I love it because it's cardio that doesn't feel like cardio...

On the other upside, I am actually worried that my pants might fall off, and later today I will be shopping in the storage bag under the bed that I had to put clothes in in January because they were too small. Woot. Anything that I don't love or still doesn't fit is going to charity. (I've really discovered the whole "less is more" in terms of clothes thing is true for me.)

MM, I hope that you get good news today, but I know that you are strong enough to handle whatever news you get. I've been thinking about you a lot these days...there's a Mother Theresa quote that I love: "I know God won't give me anything I can't handle...I just wish he didn't expect so much of me." I've been thinking that sort of describes the crazy ride you've been on to a T.

Mary, I had a similar knee issue with spinning, until I got fitted on my bike by someone who knew what they were doing. Maybe a quick trip to the cycle store to check this? Also, I notice if I'm not keeping my knees pulled in towards each other, I get tender in that inner knee area. Careful. Oh, and you're right when you say that restaurants can't make alfredo. The problem with a lot of places is that they use something from a jar, or a bunch of junk in the sauce, or cheap cheese...this is the downfall of many an alfredo. I used to saute chef, and made hundreds of alfredos a night. Compound butter (with a touch of garlic and salt) cheese and cream. Whisk like crazy so you don't break it, and serve. Why anybody would think they need to add anything to the beautiful trinity of cream, butter and cheese is beyond me.

Bobbie, I know what you mean about fake weight turning into real weight. It's easy for me to get on the scale and say "oh, that five pounds is just water weight..." and let it go...but it can add up quickly...and be actual weight gain. Such a crazy balance, no?

CP, is your other interview tomorrow or today? I'm bad with dates (see above.)

Get it straight, V,:noway: boogaloo.:flowerforyou:

mechanicmom

MM, I hope that you get good news today, but I know that you are strong enough to handle whatever news you get. I've been thinking about you a lot these days...there's a Mother Theresa quote that I love: "I know God won't give me anything I can't handle...I just wish he didn't expect so much of me." I've been thinking that sort of describes the crazy ride you've been on to a T.

That is exactly right V! I have been telling my husband that I should rejoice and feel honored that God would consider me strong enough to go through this, but it also makes me wonder, "If He's having me go through something this hard NOW, then what is He going to have me go through in the future?" It would have to only get harder right? :laugh:

Still waiting boogaloo.
MM

lotusfromthemud

"I know God won't give me anything I can't handle. I just wish he didn't trust me so much."
— Mother Teresa

That's the actual quote, MM. It bothered me that I wasn't exact...Maybe this part of your life is "front loaded." A really hard patch followed by some smooth sailing. (hey, I'm trying to be very positive lately.)

mechanicmom

I knew which quote you meant V and that's the way I feel. I am hoping there's some smooth sailing after this. I tend to think after a hard time there is a time of rest.
I'm still waiting. It's still 3 hours earlier in Alaska so we could hear some thing in to the evening. I hope we hear today. I'm liable not to sleep tonight.
I did manage to go for a walk with a friend (not a fast one with five kids in tow but it was good to get out) and I did Shred. Now back to waiting and getting dinner on the table.
MM

cp005e

I've been thinking about you today, MM. I hope you hear something soon. V, sorry you got mixed up! Mary, your food sounds delicious.

Because I had a carry-over vacation day from last year that I needed to use by the end of the month, and my birthday's the day after Memorial Day this year, and at the time I scheduled it I didn't know if I'd be allowed to take any more vacation until October - I've got a 5 day weekend! :bigsmile: We're going out of town, somewhere - no real clues yet as to where. Should be fun! Of course, I was at work until about 9:30 tonight trying to get a bunch of things done and at least a little bit documented before I left. But that's OK, because now I'm going to take a well-deserved break.

Or, almost. I have three - yes, three - phone interviews tomorrow morning. Each should only be a half-hour or so, but still! In a way, it's interesting that the interview process is so extensive, considering that the department is relatively small, but maybe that's why - they may want to make sure that everybody agrees that this is a person they want to work with. I'm feeling oddly calm about things right now, but earlier today and most of yesterday I was a complete wreck. I will miss my one friend so much if I quit (he knows I'm interviewing), and my other friend only came to work there at all because of me. And, things are so stressful for everyone with this big project I'm on that it's hard to imagine just leaving. Why is it so hard?? Neither outcome is really all that bad in the grand scheme of things! But the best word I can use is to describe how I'm feeling is "heartsick." :brokenheart:

My ankle seems to be doing a little better this week. I'd really like to start running again soon - and I need to if I'm going to have time to train for the half-marathon I was planning for. At any rate, I'm hoping maybe we can find someplace nice to hike over the weekend. I actually seem to have lost some weight this week, but I think it's just because I've been stressed and not eating as much. Today I ate two cookies without hardly tasting them, though. Damn. This weekend will probably involve some treats, but I will also try to eat a lot of veggies to help soothe my anxious tummy.

Anxious, boogaloo.

BTW - my cat is snoring, and it is adorable.

lotusfromthemud

Aw, CP. I'm so sorry for your heartsickness. I know that feeling. It's time to be selfish. Go with the job that feels right for you, and try to remove other people from your decision process. (so hard, I know...)

Remember how yesterday I said I was "surprisingly not sore?" Well...surprise! Later that day it developed, and now I'm so sore that everything I do with my legs is killing me. I did a little internet research and discovered that delayed onset muscle soreness can also be called "muscle fever." So, I have muscle fever. Today I have a session with my trainer (I have requested upper body/core and boxing only...begging "please not squats." She's good like that.) I want to do the class again next week, but I may have to lighten the load a bit weights wise..there is such a small sweet spot between a teeny bit of soreness that says I challenged myself enough and yeee-ouch! But, I remember when I used to get this sore from a spin class or squats/lunges without weights, so....progress?

Then, this afternoon, I have to dive headfirst into the huge pile of marking, do some translation practice and maybe go out for dinner/drink/music. I have vowed that fun is now mandatory. I was talking to my brother and he was asking how I was and what I was doing and he said "What about for fun? Remember fun?" and I had no answer. Eep. My goal, as stated last year to a friend in a group graduate student semi-therapy situation was "finish this degree without losing my mind." I have to remember the second part of that goal more often.

Speaking of losing your mind..MM I hope today is the day for some news!

Hope everyone has a productive day with some fun in it!

Fun, boogaloo.:flowerforyou:

yoginimary

Any word, MM? I looked on FB to see.

Enjoy your time off, CP! No break until October - ridiculous! I guess you'll have to come South in the winter

The party went well - there was no food left, none. My husband was disappointed. He didn't get to eat much. The only thing that didn't turn out well was the persimmon freeze. I should have made it before people came over (rather than on Sunday) - or taken it out of the freezer earlier.

Today after yoga, I go to Fort Worth for two nights - traffic could be bad, yuck.

Traveling, boogaloo!

mechanicmom

Good morning,

CP, I'm sorry you feel heartsick. I prayed for you this morning and will continue to do so. That is not an easy situation for you to be in. :frown: I hope the interviews go well this morning and that you remain in the peace that you have. And good for you taking some time off! I think it is well deserved! :flowerforyou:
Mary, it doesn't surprise that all that food at your party was gone! It sounded delish! One of these trips when you come to FW we'll have to get together and at least go for a walk or something! Or get a cookie.
V, I can relate to the delayed soreness. That happens to me a lot. I hope you are able to survive your class today.

Well, when I started this I hadn't gotten news. Steve just called with the news. We lost M. Her grandmother is taking her home on the weekends and will be able to have full custody of her in six months. I can't really explain my feelings right now. I think mostly frustrated and sad. Y'all are the first ones I've told. Easier to type about it than to call. I need to call my family though. I'm going to try to hold off my crying until Alex goes down for a nap. It upsets him when I cry. He's a tender little guy.
The plan today was to go work in the yard to plant more flowers which I may still do, and make sugar cookies (I'll try not to eat them all as they are coming out of the oven) and get a work out in, which I may also do...to work off the cookies.
Oh um the next step will happen next week. Andrei will get the papers from the court and then go to the dept of education to get us another child referral.
And here comes my cat. She has always known when I am upset, even when she's in another room. Her name was Angel when I got her and for a dumb reason I changed it but it has always stuck with me that she is an angel. God knew I would need her.
I won't be posting on FB about this until our immediate family knows. I don't want to step on any toes.

Dealing with a loss boogaloo.
MM
Feeling a little deflated right now.

lotusfromthemud

:brokenheart:
Sorry, MM.

cp005e

Oh, MM - I am so sorry. :brokenheart: Take care of yourself and your family, and allow yourself to grieve if you need to.

Kitty love, boogaloo.

yoginimary

I'm so sorry, MM. :flowerforyou:

mechanicmom

Thanks ladies. I know I'll be okay in a little while.

I got some weeds pulled and flower seeds planted earlier. I am pretty sure I am planting every thing late but maybe they will still bloom. I also just did 30 minutes of taebo and my push ups. Just finished week 2 level 2, on my knees. I may test this weekend and see if I am strong enough to do plank again.
Before I found out Alex had autism I had lost a bunch of weight and was about ten pound from my goal. When we got the news I ate it all back. I decided that I am not going to do it again this time. I did eat some things at lunch that I shouldn't have, and trust me, I paid for it a little later.But I am going to continue working out and I will try not to over do it on the eating though I am not going to beat myself up if I screw up some this weekend. I don't deserve to eat whatever I want even though I feel like I do. I deserve better.
Anyway, I just wanted to post that I did work out today and I feel better for it. Plus my arms are starting to look hot again.

MM

mechanicmom

Going out to see friends today. May even go up in a four seater Cessna! Maybe not. lol.
I don't know what kind of exercise I will get today, if any, and I plan on eating so it will be an interesting day. Hope you all have a good Saturday!
MM

lotusfromthemud

Morning pebbs...

Bad news at the dance studio this a.m. They are discontinuing my Saturday morning Zumba. the instructor for it is the best they have by a long country mile...so kind of disappointing. I have to develop a plan B. Oh, le sigh.

So, not much else for the day...I do have to go to a birthday party later. And I'm about to make a sensible, time budgeted plan for finishing the marking pile of enormousness by June 14th and studying/preparing for the Spanish exam by June 16th. I may pencil in some sort of meltdown on the 13th or 15th. I've had to put my other studying on sort of a back burner behind those things right now, as those deadlines are firm...and I feel a bit overwhelmed. With the studying I've reached that point where studying just seems to contribute to my anxiety...don't know if it's possible to actually be more prepared for this sort of thing in a few weeks. I may just start memorizing a few key verbs/conjugations rather than sit down and translate to study...eep.

Hope everyone has a sunshine-filled day.

Balance, boogaloo.:flowerforyou:

Bobbie145

MM: So, so sorrry.

Bobbie