I didn't weigh the last couple of days. A string of lemon cakes, Mexican food, comfort foods and bigger portions have taken me back up to a shocking 10 pounds. 151.8. Very hard to confess this. But that's who I am and have been all my life. I put a kibosh on the rest of my meal plans this week and started a cleanse this morning. I am giving myself 30 days to get back down to goal. I assume the last 3 pounds are sodium, gluten and sugar since they came on so quickly. I actually feel strong and more optimistic than I have in a long time. I am putting myself back on a cleanse and a diet until I see 142 again. I know what it feels like to be serious. And the timing is perfect. Limited groceries, no parties and get togethers. I did notice the extra roll around my waist line last night. I really miss being teensy eensy. Our walking program is going good. Week 2.
There is so much out of control right now that it makes me feel a bit peaceful to have something familiar again to focus on. Losing weight. I don't know how to successfully keep it off but I keep tweaking and trying. I just love being naughty. I just love being very small better. So here I go again.

Overall I am feeling much better about this virus situation. My dad is 90 my mom is 88 and does dialysis 3X a week. I am still recovering from my heart condition and past ill health. What are the odds that we will survive this? I don't mean to be gruesome. More accepting. Molly the Old Folks and I are going to write out what happens to us if we die. Who do we call? We all have wills but I need a list of names and phone numbers of each person that the 4 of us would like contacted. Who are mom and dad's church leaders? Instead of having things on the phones we are going to put an action plan together what to do in case we die. It was hard to get to this point but now that we are I feel much more in control. It would take a miracle for all 4 of us to live through this. But I believe in miracles. I also feel the sweetness of surrender. Let's take the best care of ourselves that we can. Enjoy each day to the fullest. Honor what is most important. Have fun. Enjoy nature. Get my body back into the best health that I am capable of. Then flow and honor each day and what it brings.

It's Spring time. There is so much beauty surrounding us. I don't want to miss the daffodils and tulips.

Just checking in quickly. Jim is still not feeling well. His symptoms are getting worse instead of better. We did do a video conference with the doctor. He can't rule out Covid-19 even though he hasn't had a fever and the cough didn't get bad until day 5. He said Jim could get a test but Jim doesn't want to leave the house. The doctor was ok with that. If he wasn't I would have forced him (remember I am brutal ) The treatment wouldn't change if we knew so we are going to continue to monitor him and treat his symptoms. He did order an antibiotic because of his lungs. He is afraid he may develop pneumonia. I am letting him rest at the moment and then will get him out of bed for a bit. I need to get him to eat too so he can take this antibiotic. The doctor did suggest at first we take him to the ER but I used to work with this doctor. He asked if I was comfortable taking care of him at home and I am. I also know when it is time for him to go to the ER. I don't think he is at that point yet. I also have friends who are in the ER and ICU and it is already crazy. I don't want him in there if he doesn't need to be.

Ok, got to run. I will check in tonight. I am going to try to post some funny Daisy pics from my phone as @xX_PhoenixRising_Xx asked for a little levity from the situation. To set it up. Daisy is a strange one. We love her but my brother actually think she was a princess in another life and isn't really a dog at all Lol! My vet calls her quirky which is a nice way of saying weird. She gets into these staring moods some days. All these pictures are within 45 min one night. She was either staring or moving to the next position to stare at me. Let's see if I can post these...



@tryingagain5 I think PA did that because there are a lot of rural communities that aren't effected. The counties that have the stay in order are near Philly and Pittsburgh. There is one that isn't so I am not sure why. It is north of us and I am wondering if it has a high rate of commuters to New York.
@1theresamcvean I feel so bad for Wendy but I am not surprised. Hopefully she will get into a routine and stay in contact with her friends and family through facetime and whatever they do now a days. As you said, classes will be a good distraction too. I am looking forward to MK getting back to classes online. Her school wasn't prepared so she is off until 3/30 and then they will be online. I think the structure will be good for her. I have to say, you cracked me up with the Simon Says! I love that you are going along with it even though you didn't mean to sign up! You are the best!
@xX_PhoenixRising_Xx I have to agree with you. It does suck! I am glad that you are at a point that you recognize your urges and put a stop to them. I know it is a struggle. Hugs and I am going to try to share some pics after this to give a little something to smile. If I did it on my computer it would be big. If I share on my phone they are little and you click on them. Remember, minimal tech knowledge, that is just what I notice when I post. Lol!
@JillyBT No worries about not checking in. We understand. There is so much going on. Hope you are able to take care of yourself a little. Please check in whenever you need to. Hugs.
@ljdanny I was wondering how your job was doing. It seems like they have been trying to keep the child care open but I guess it depends on where you live. It sounds like you have a good plan for a routine with your workouts. I also agree that you do deserve a day of relaxing and reading or watching movies.
@Mrsbell8well I actually think it is good that you are reining it in and putting a stop to the scale going up. Is the only way to stop it is to do a cleanse? How about just eating healthy? You eat very healthy to begin with. The weight was probably from you indulging and not from your usual meals. Why don't you just eat as you normally do? I bet if you tank up on fluids and flush the sodium out, you will still be down about 3 pounds in a day or two with just normal eating. I think this isn't the time to deny your system good nutritious meals. Especially if you feel the way you do about surviving this. Do you still have to go to work? Is there anyway you can work from home with your recent health issues? Does Molly work from home? I think if you all stay in with the exception of your Mom's dialysis, you most likely will be fine. If you do get sick, get medical attention immediately since you are all in high risk groups. Make out your plans if that makes you feel better and it's one less thing you have to worry about if you are sick. I would concentrate on staying healthy by eating good nutritious food and staying hydrated. Jim has been sick a week and hasn't eaten for days. Do your body a favor and be in the best possible condition if you need to fight off an illness. Hugs to you.
@hope002 Great job! Hope all is well where you are!

Have to laugh at all the moms trying to home school for the first time. Yes it is important to keep the kids busy and to keep their minds occupied. Why not try something brand new - an internet scavenger hunt maybe? A new recipe they can make on their own?
My grandson is 18 and a senior in high school. He was complaining to his Mom, my daughter who is a teacher, that it has been soooo long since they were in school (only one week) and he wants this to be over. He in on the lacrosse team and their season got cut short, he is undoubtedly missing the practice sessions with his buddies.
Update on my journy - had the port implanted this morning - went well home in less than three hours. Next is endoscopy on Friday to check out the stomach, pancreas, etc to decide for sure which drug combo I will get. Keep the prayers coming please.

My grand puppy Sunny. He brings sunshine to my day ☀️

A quick check in from "SANITARY MAN"
Watching what I eat but not logging
Drinking tons of water
Sleeping is irrelevant at the moment
Dusted off the spin bike but have not sat on it yet........

@1theresamcvean LOL, Thank you! Mom is a real firecracker at 92 years young!
@podperson1 Glad I can make people laugh amidst these challenging times, and Mother is recovering nicely, thank you!
@Cafelelia Thank you for your thoughts, and thank you for reminding me to take care of myself.....very easy to put yourself on the back burner during stressful times....
@Mrsbell8well And yes, I think we all are feeling the family "VIBE" as well!!!!
@sleepymom5 Truth be known, I think my mother would like me to leave her alone sometimes! lol, and this is a turkey pie (with a horse on it)

Leftover Roasted Turkey Breast
Potatoes
Carrots
Mixed Veggies (frozen kind)
Gravy made from the Turkey drippings
Store bought "Cheater Crust"
And a handful of Love!
Baked at 350 until the bubbly goodness starts to break thru the tender and flaky crust (50 min or so)
Makes the whole house smell like Thanksgiving!!!

User ID: Freeglerock
Week Number: 4
Previous weight: 190.8
Current weight: 190.8

Steps:
Sunday 6,015
Monday 8,677
Tuesday 10,275

So, I stayed the same!  I'll take that as I lost my way this past week.  First is was the Chinese takeaway on Thursday, the left overs the following day, and then I have not been tracking food or trying to drink my water.  I weigh daily so saw the immediate increase and have tried eating better the last few days, so I am pleased to be back where I was last week.  This week, my goal is to track my food everyday!

Monday was the first day of school and nursery closures - it went relatively well.  I don't work Mondays, so was able to give my 2 kids my attention (making sure Ben had school activities - and even start our focus topic on Ancient Greek, and playing with Violet).  Then came Boris' address to the nation, now on lockdown!  Suddenly felt quite claustrophobic! Yesterday I was trying to work whilst also dealing with the children.  Certainly a bit of a challenge and admit not much of my work got done!  Hopefully today will be better.

@sleepymom5 hope Jim starts feeling better soon. 
@KUMEcyclingteam that pie looks amazing!  Just my kind of food!
@amsandos the Joe Wicks PE is great isn't it!  Ben and I did it on Monday.  Planning on doing it again this morning.  Yesterday's PE lesson we joined Oti Mabutsi for a live dance lesson on Facebook.  That was really fun - she then did an adult one in the evening that I did too.  It is so great that people are giving their time to put these things on for the kids (and big kids!).
 @cafelelia that cake looks great.  I keep thinking about doing some baking with the kids - only problem is I am the only one in the house that really likes cake!  How did the virtual piano lesson go?  Thinking of asking the kids Aunt to do step up to the challenge of doing virtual lessons for my little ones.
@pacsnc6 I agree re parents home schooling for the first time.  I really didn't want to do formal home schooling.  My son's school is using an online site for teachers to set work and communicate with the kids - problem is that Ben get frustrated with bits of it, or wants to know/understand more - so having to step up to that.  Hats off to all teachers - I'm ready to quit this job already!