Serial Starters

Hello, all.

Thanks, Lana. My grandson is bright and happy!

Sandy, glad you found your medication.

It's very cool and wet here. Not much fun, but a good excuse to stay warm and at home—like I need an excuse.

I wrote all of the above yesterday or the day before, haha. Just getting back here now.

I had two fun "eat like I'm 12" evenings with my son—chips and chocolate. But it's time to get back on track, and I'm actually looking forward to fruits and vegetables. I love my broccoli or cauliflower dinners, truly. And I just got a microwave in my classroom so I may switch them to lunch—so filling, and I love the taste and texture. I'm going to have to mix in some veggie blends, like Broccoli/Cauliflower/Carrots, and the classice "mixed vegetables," though, b/c I need a wider variety. And my Xmas gift to myself will be a blender in a better size for me. I had 3 this past summer, and every one of them came with a blend and drink top of plastic—which I left by the couch when I got busy, and my silly dog chewed them ALL. So-I need a blender that requires I use a different glass/mug, and I'm investing in some glasswear (from a Goodwill, probably) so silly boy doesn't chew it!

Also making more use of my freezer. I'm going to keep my favorite yogurts and some chocolate in there, and only take out at night what I plan for the next day. Zero willpower at the end of the day, which is why I weigh EXACTLY—to the ounce—what I weighed the day I went back to work more than 3 months ago now. Of course, the very good news is, despite my lack of exercise and evening snacking, I haven't gained. I just really want to get to a weight where I can start jogging, and my goal is around my birthday (mid March). I could be in a healthy weight zone by then, but even if I'm just closer, I'll be satisfied.

So, that's the plan. I won't worry about what I eat when at my sister's—it's not a long enough vacation to make a big difference. Plus, I love to walk in some of the parks near her, and my sweet grandson can go with me in the stroller. Win-Win.

Ok, long enough. I'm checking in after I hit "submit" to see what I missed since starting this post!

TTFN,

Maureen

Good morning. Sandy, I hear you on the toss and turn. I hate that. I usually get up now and give it an hour or so, then try again—when I have time. But with my early start time at work, that doesn't happen. If I'm up at 2:30 am, no point in going back to bed at 4. That's why I'm talking to my doc later this month. I need help to sleep better.

I'm going to walk again this morning, and my son and I are just 2 episodes short of finishing the first 2 seasons of "Wednesday." Big plans for today, haha. I am hoping to get some work done in my garage. I haven't been able to park in there for a year now, since my daughter "relocated" some of my things into the garage when she visited. It would be nice to be able to use it again. And discover some of the things I never unpacked when I first moved to the house. I know I am missing things and I don't replace them b/c I know I have them, somewhere . . .

Have a good day, all.

Maureen

Good Day, All!

Maureen, hope you and your Dr can find a solution to your sleep issue. ❤️ And I wish I had a garage.…sigh. I hope you rediscover some treasures!

Lana, we finally got the sun today. I just wish I had more or bigger windows to let the light in. Even though I am on an end unit, I only have one more window in my kitchen and one more in my bedroom than the middle units. That's why I pay the big bucks....ha, ha!

I finally got the tree up and half decorated.…I'll finish today. I do like the new stand...it revolves silently, unlike the previous one and it will play my Christmas playlist on its speaker. Must finish the decorating completely today!

I had one of the yogurt and a cup of vegetable juice for breakfast. Lunch will be half a hoagie. Dinner may be macaroni and cheese.

I am feeling overwhelmed today....SO much to do and little ambition to do it. It will pass....I just hope it passes quickly. I don't have the time for apathy.

Keep smiling...

Sandy

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