Serial Starters

When I stepped outside around 6 this morning, it was 81. Hard to believe! I had a lousy walk-only a mile. The cattle were too close to the fence, so I had to turn back—my Aussies might chase them and get themselves shot, so I can't risk it. The dogs came when I called—which is good—but the stand off between the dogs and one steer was not promising. I thought Jem, the Chickenhearted, would back off, but nope. And I know Skye wouldn't. Neither of them have any experience with Scottish Highland coos, with long horns, and I didn't want this to be a learning experience!

So a light day for exercise today and tomorrow. I'll do the King's Mountain Trail—only 1.5 miles but very steep. And it will be close on to mid-day, so very hot. Well shaded, and I will have water and take it ever so slowly. So one good workout between the two days; that's fine in this heat!

I'm trying to make myself do one more thing each day—yesterday it was the library. Today I have no plan yet; I'll think of something.

TTFN

Maureen

Lana, I can't believe I didn't think to pull out my phone! I will, next time. Jem is very worthy of that title. He is ferocious in the house, and would probably be very aggressive with any other dog. But open an umbrella or let the baby gate drop? Hahaha, he shoots straight up like a cartoon character. I don't think he'd protect me if an attacker acted aggressive toward him (most dogs won't, although most people think they will), but he'd put on a good show until someone scared him.

I did the 1.5 mi loop at a nat'l military park—very steep for the first 0.5 mi and I had to stop 3 times. 95 F and no breeze, although mostly shady. Finishing was a victory in itself.

Scale has dropped a bit more since I've been back. Good to see I'm on track where I should be this week if I'm losing 1-2 lbs a week. I'd like to be "just" overweight and out of Obese 1 by the time I go back to work in August, and that should be doable if I stick with this.

TTFN.

Maureen

*** June 26 ***

Good morning ladies 🌸

Maureen, what you said about Jem is hilarious. Umbrellas, baby gates…. cartoon character! Good for you for getting out there and getting your exercise.

Sara - the lemon ice sounds perfect for a summer treat 😋

Time to re-jigger the Do List and pick something to take a stab at. 😣

Waving to Sandy and Missy and everyone who stops by later today~~

Lana

258.4 today

*** June 27 ***

Good morning all~~

I'm trying to get going…..

Lana

258.4 today

Sandy, well done. I haven't bought a bathing suit in years. I wear my quick dry stuff if I get in the water, which I don't do much anymore—usually if I'm hiking and we come to a waterfall, or a river/lake when I'm out with the dogs.

Sara, how are you doing with your allergies? You know I had such severe ones with really bad lung inflammation and everything smelled like boiled cabbage for months before I finally saw a specialist (and so many sinus infections). I had no idea that's what was going on. I hope you have a really full cure.

Ttys.

*** June 28 ***

Good morning ladies~~

Sandy - congratulations on your great progress and new swimsuit victory 🎉 How fabulous!!

Maureen - Yes, there are a lot of non-traditional swim clothes out there nowadays - quick dry tops and shorts 👍🏻

Sara - Yikes - fiscal year end plus a visit with family. Definitely let us know how things go. Take a couple of Cabana Boys with you! 🌴

I've been keeping with my simpler foods. Monday I'll get blood drawn, so next week I'll know if my numbers have improved.

Lana

256.2 today

@LONDONPARISNY2023 Welcome, Sarah-Jane. I also got down to a healthier weight in 2020 and regained 2/3rds back. I started logging again in late May and am having success right now. I'm taking a weight loss drug—not a GLP-1, though—and I think it is curbing my appetite.

I was exhausted today by the time I finished my walk. Slower time, same temperature and time of day as yesterday, so I don't know why I felt more tired. Still, it is reassuring to be able to get out and do it regularly. I want to start adding a daily outing in the afternoons or evenings. Maybe I'll just look at free events in the area and pick one.

I ran out of protein powder and need to order some. I think it makes a difference in how hungry I get, although I'm not sure. But I am trying to build some muscle as I lose and don't want to lose lean muscle. I have to pick it up from my local store—even though I can have my other groceries delivered, I can't have this item delivered, which seems very odd!

Have a great day, folks.

Maureen

Good Afternoon!

The Phillies found their bats last night and spanked Atlanta, 11 - ZIP!

Hey...where are the new serial starters? Don't be one and done! @Stef212025 , @Lyztelk , @AutumnDraidean , @angf0679 .....we miss you!

@LONDONPARISNY2023 , WELCOME! Great to meet you! This is my second serious attempt to get my weight down. I was successful the first time and I seem to be having success this time, too. As for me, I had to stop eating anything I wanted, anytime I wanted and as much as I wanted. I eat a lot more salads now as well as protein. I still allow myself the sweets on occasion, but in small amounts. I keep them in the freezer so they are out of sight and would have to thaw to eat them. And I only eat out once every couple weeks or so.

Sara, Maureen and Lana, thanks! And I do plan on getting as much use out of the suit as possible!

The day started out not so good.…ANTS!! I have had it! I put in a maintenance request but it won't be seen till Monday, of course. I tried to take care of it myself, but I am not properly equipped. It's so frustrating! I don't have a dirty apartment or water sitting out....I even moved my plants. I am constantly getting the feeling there is an ant crawling on me when there isn't....I hate that!

The lower temps have helped with my mental state. I am using the central air today, which is enough to cool off the apartment.

Got my nails done yesterday. Ocean Teal, which looks more like Robin's egg blue, but its very appropriate for the summer.

Have a peaceful day, everyone!

Sandy

TMW - 167.8