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Didn't get much done yesterday, but I managed to work in a short walk on a nearby trail. The cooler weather has been wonderful - I woke up well-rested and full of energy today, so I'll attack the rest of yesterday's list. Once I restock the fridge with healthy options, it will be easier to get back to more balanced meals.…

Good morning! Today is a reset after a successful summer party and a fantastic four-day weekend with family and friends. It was so nice to have the kids and grand-kids all together for a few days, and my sweet husband surprised me by flying my closest sister in from Arizona. The theme for this year's party was Science!,…

Just too hot yesterday, but we're finally getting a break with temps in the low 80s for the next and a good chance of rain tomorrow. I didn't accomplish much on my list yesterday, but I did get a few other things done, so I made some progress. Recap - Tuesday, August 9 Balanced meals - :) Hydrate - :) Finish downstairs…

Another really hot day, so I'll focus on indoor chores and maybe go for a swim this afternoon. Recap - Monday, August 8 Balanced meals - :) Hydrate - :) Water garden - :) Finish downstairs bedroom - Not quite Clean fridge - Half Party store - :) JFT Tuesday, August 9 Balanced meals Hydrate Finish downstairs bedroom Finish…

Another busy weekend, so I didn't post. I still have a lot to do, but I'm making progress on the house and garden. Weighed in this morning, expecting to see a jump, but I'm still holding steady at a pound over my mid-year goal weight. I guess the extra activity this weekend balanced out the extra snacks. JFT Monday, August…

Recap - Thursday 8/4 Balanced meals - Not really Hydrate - :) Grocery store? - No Pool day - :) 2 chores - :) JFT Friday 8/5 Balanced meals Hydrate Grocery store Work on the bedrooms Clean out my car

Not getting as much done as I'd planned. My daughter is going through a really rough time and needs a lot of support, so I've been spending a lot of time with her and her boys. I'm trying to get an early start on indoor chores before they come over for a swim. The heat and humidity have returned with a vengeance, so I…

@Snowflake1968 - Sorry to hear you're dealing with covid. Even a mild case can leave you fatigued for a while. Keep an eye on your symptoms, get plenty of rest, and take it easy until you really feel better.

Recap - Tuesday, 8/2 Balanced meals - Pretty good choices at meals but too many snacks Hydrate - :) Recycling - :) Tackle one of the bedrooms - :) Made a good start 2 other chores - :) JFT Wednesday 8/3 Balanced meals Hydrate Call to check on Mom Nature center with the boys Outdoor trail walk 2 chores

We finally got some rain yesterday and are expecting more this week - good for the garden! It also takes watering off my chore list. This week I need to focus on getting the house in shape for visitors and making some space for my son's stuff. The rents in NJ are much higher than what he's been paying in NC, and his…

Recap -Thursday 7/28 Balanced meals - :) Hydrate - :) Pick up shower gift - No. Quick grocery shop - :) Clean downstairs living areas - :) Watering and weeding - Did watering and yard clean-up, but it was too hot to do the weeding. Thursday went pretty well, but the last few days have been super busy and I didn't get…

I had a great time at the fair with my grandsons. I got lots of steps in, drank plenty of water, and even did well with food choices. Lots to do today ahead of a busy weekend. Recap - Wednesday, 7/27 Balanced meals - :) Hydrate - :) Exercise - :) 2 chores? - :) County Fair - :) :) :) JFT Thursday 7/28 Balanced meals…

@TerriRichardson112 - Happy Anniversary! 56 years - that's a reason to celebrate! Wishing you and your husband continued health and happiness in your adventure together.

Yesterday, I finally got in a nice, long walk with my daughter and her boys. The water level in the lake and reservoir has dropped due to lack of rain, uncovering all kinds of interesting things for the boys to investigate. Tonight we're planning to go to the fair, so I'll get lots of steps in again. Fortunately, it's…

JFT Tuesday, 7/26 Balanced meals Hydrate Exercise 2 chores

Even with two food-centered social events, I did pretty well with food choices over the weekend. Good intentions for today went a bit south when my daughter texted to say she was having a really rough day. I met her for lunch and then came back to the house and ate too many coconut macaroons while we talked. Guess I'll try…

Hi everyone! I hope you're all managing okay in this heat. Here in NJ, it's been in the 90's all week with no rain, making it extra hard to get anything done outdoors. This has also been a tough week emotionally. One of my younger cousins passed away unexpectedly, leaving behind three beautiful kids, all teens. She was…

Friday was another busy day, and I didn't get around to posting goals. It was a little cooler, so after class I worked in the garden for a bit. We haven't had any significant rain this month, and everything is parched. Hand watering is taking up so much time, so I sent my husband out this morning to buy a serious sprinkler…

Busy day yesterday, so I didn't get around to posting goals. Most of the tech problems I'd been having at the HS are finally resolved, so students can log on and do online work, and I can use the projector. Still don't have a working copier, and supplies seem to have disappeared, but those issues are easier to work around.…

After I posted goals, I made last minute plans to go to a local lavender farm with my daughter and her boys. My curriculum meeting ran much longer than expected, so we didn't get there until the end of the day, but as the crowd thinned out, we had the place largely to ourselves. The boys soon gave up on cutting lavender…

After a fairly lazy post-vacation week, it's time to get back on track with healthy eating and exercise. I also have some household chores that should be done this month while I have some extra time. JFT Monday 7/11 Log Balanced meals Hydrate Exercise Curriculum meeting Organize returns Groceries Pick up glasses…

Didn't get a whole lot done yesterday, but I had a nice afternoon with my mom. The high school where I'm teaching the Early College class is very disorganized, double-scheduling some students. That explains my low attendance, so it looks like I'll need to make a schedule adjustment. I still need to get some groceries and…

My daughter and her boys came over for a swim yesterday, so I didn't get much done. I'm halfway through the laundry, but I've still got a good bit of unpacking to do. And the garden needs a lot of attention, so hopefully I can catch up by the end of the week. Class went well, but attendance was low. I guess some students…

Hello again JFTers! Hope you all are well :) I'm feeling relaxed and grateful after a fantastic family vacation on Chincoteague Island, VA with our kids and grandkids. We'd vacationed there a few times when our three kids were young, and it was such a delight to watch them revisiting the place with their own children. We…

Grades are done, and I'm wiped out. I have a bit more packing to do in the morning, but it shouldn't take long. Then we're off for a much needed break!

Hi everyone. Sorry I've been out of touch, but there's a lot going on with both work and family. Some of it has been stressful, and I've gotten completely off track. Unfortunately, I haven't been logging or exercising, and I've been making lots of poor food choices. I've completely abandoned the June challenge. Today I'll…

It's been a hectic week, but it's finally Friday - yay!!! I didn't get around to posting, logging, or exercising most days. I had lunch out three days in a row, and I wasn't hungry or motivated enough to make much of an effort with dinner, leading me to snack later in the evening. Although most of my choices were fairly…

@cschmitz110515 - 25 years! That's dedication. We all need a break sometimes, but it's great to see you back. Love the photo :)

Lovely weekend with my sister and niece. We had rain on and off but were still able to enjoy some time outdoors. I'm sure I was over on calories on Saturday and Sunday. I didn't log but generally made good choices and kept track of snacks. Skipping the snacks a few days last week helped me keep within my snack budget…

Didn't post goals yesterday, but I had a lovely day with my sister. And I met most of my regular goals anyway, including staying under my calorie limit with balanced meals and only one pignoli cookie as a snack. Tonight's plan is to have dinner on the boardwalk, so I'll have to make careful choices. Maybe I can sneak in a…