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Alrighty, now that I've braved the tornado of chaos, I'm ready to get back to it. For those JFTers who know, my life gets crazy at times. The past week has just been silly. I absolutely enjoyed the day with my hubby last Saturday. It was an emotionally charged day for him, the kiddos, and me but that's to be expected after…

JFT Friday 03/05/2021 Enjoy coffee-time Self-care Continue Chem 3308 Exam Note Cards!!!!⭐ Attend Chem 4314 in-person Chem 4314 Professor Meeting virtual Elliptical 30 min session Yoga 45 min session BBL DVD 20 min session ZC Tennis Lesson Enjoy my children's personalities Be kind and patient Leftovers for dinner Maintain…

JFT Thursday 03/04/2021 Enjoy coffee-time Self-care Start Chem 3308 Exam Note Cards!!!!⭐ Attend Chem 3308 virtually FHS Meeting Elliptical 30 min session Yoga 45 min session BBL DVD 20 min session Enjoy my children's personalities Be kind and patient Leftovers for dinner 😊 Maintain reasonable calories (When anxiety hits,…

JFT Wednesday 03/03/2021 Mini-AM Errands (Grocery pick-up & bank) Enjoy coffee-time Self-care Attend Chem 4314 in-person Mini-PM Errands (mailbox & delivery ZC pens) Health Appt Elliptical 30 min session Yoga 45 min session BBL DVD 20 min session Enjoy my children's personalities Be kind and patient Make Spaghetti for…

@Snowflake1968 I word it that way specifically to remind myself; we all have unique personalities!! My kiddos are 2, 10, 12, and 18; the range of personalities is wide so I need to find understanding for each unique kiddo. :lol:

JFT Tuesday 03/02/2021 Enjoy coffee-time Self-care Attend Chem 3308 virtually Attend Chem 3108 ST Lab in-person CECO Errands, Day 2 Elliptical 30 min session Yoga 45 min session BBL DVD 20 min session Enjoy my children's personalities Be kind and patient Make Breakfast for Dinner 😊 Maintain reasonable calories (When…

Since I have an exam Monday morning, I'm going to post my Monday JFT this evening. JFT Monday 03/01/2021 Enjoy coffee-time Self-care Small pre-exam review Attend Chem 4314 Exam in-person Attend Chem 3308 virtually Chem 3108 ST Prelab Prep CECO Errands Elliptical 30 min session Yoga 45 min session BBL DVD 20 min session…

@Snowflake1968 I am in my final semester for my Bachelor's of Science in Chemistry then medical school. It's a journey but why not?! 🤗

JFT Sunday 2/28/2021 Enjoy coffee-time Self-care Church Elliptical 30 min session Yoga 45 min session BBL DVD 20 min session Study for Chem 4314 Exam Enjoy my children's personalities Be kind and patient Make Parmesan Chicken 🤗 Maintain reasonable calories (When anxiety hits, drink stress tea before grabbing a snack!!) I'm…

JFT Saturday 2/27/2021 Enjoy coffee-time Self-care Manage Saturday Chore Day Elliptical 30 min session Yoga 45 min session BBL DVD 20 min session Finish Chem 4314 Exam Prep, Note Cards :star: Finish Chem 3308 Online HW.1 & HW.2 Enjoy my children's personalities Be kind and patient Make Salmon and Steamed Artichokes 🤗 Stay…

Not to make this thread about kids but anyone going through teething questions their personal mental state, Lol!!!! I wanted to share this because it is the best teething invention ever!!! I used Nuby all natural soothing gum gel and the Nuby teething mitten!! I have four kiddos and the teething mitten is magnificent!!!!…

JFT Friday 2/26/2021 Enjoy coffee-time Self-care Manage a few household items Elliptical 30 min session Yoga 45 min session BBL DVD 20 min session Finish Chem 4314 Exam Prep, Note Cards :star: Chem 3308 Online HW.1 & HW.2 Enjoy my children's personalities Be kind and patient (Leftover Dinner Night!! - No cooking time 🤗 )…

@HEGoddard0928 Congratulations!!!🥳 That is very exciting, I'll be praying the promotion goes through!! Way to go on your trend this week, you're doing excellent!! @cschmitz110515 Lol!! Sometimes 80s music jam sessions are necessary :lol: Thanks for the continued support. What's silly is my JFT list only lists the unusual…

JFT Thursday 2/25/2021 Enjoy coffee-time Self-care Manage a few household items Attend class virtually Elliptical 30 min session Yoga 45 min session BBL DVD 20 min session Begin Chem 4314 Exam Prep, Note Cards :star: Enjoy my children's personalities Be kind and patient Make Dinner (undecided currently) Stay in the green…

Been MIA for a couple days!! I enjoyed some family time on Sunday. Then Monday and Tuesday my college courses consumed me. The professors are piling on the work since the winter storm thru last week off. I did not log those days but I managed to eat light, complete school work, and caught up on sleep. I'm ready to rock the…

Kinda stressed yesterday! I just felt meh about homework and I let anxiety about my procrastination take over. My response: the kiddos and I did 80s music jams outside while I grilled burgers, then I ate too much for dinner!! :flushed: At least we had fun, Lol!!! JFT Sunday 2/21/2021 Early start: ✅Enjoy coffee time…

JFT Saturday 2/20/2021 Enjoy coffee time Self-care Finish Chem 3308 HW, 2.22 (1&2) Begin Chem 3201 Exp Prelab Manage & Assist Saturday Chore Day Enjoy my children's personalities Be kind and patient Elliptical 30 min session Yoga 45 min session BBL DVD 20 min session Grill BBQ Burgers (Kiddos request :blush: ) Relax in the…

We had leftovers last night so I did not technically make anything, Lol!! Yesterday was not too easy but we did go to Costco, which was nice to get out for a bit. I find myself on a roller coaster ride of emotions lately. I'm kinda over the BS college professor's pour on you. Being an older nontraditional student is not…

JFT Wednesday 2/18/21: ✅AM Yoga 45 min session Enjoy coffee time Self-care Attend class virtually Review recorded lecture ×2 Finish Chem 3308 HW, 2.22-1 Enjoy my children's personalities Be kind and patient Elliptical 30 min session Make Dinner (no plan yet, we'll see what unfolds) Relax in the evening Stay in green on…

Proud of myself!! Remain calm and press on!! I splurged on my diet today with a larger than avg lunch and cinnamon toast crunch :flushed: However, I cut back to 1 enchilada for dinner and remained in the green. I accept that as a good compromise for now. Enjoy the rest of y'alls day!!!! 🌺

Well I've read through JFT for the days I fell behind. Hugs to everyone!!!! We can all get thru these difficult seasons, damn COVID and damn weather restrictions!!! LOL :wink: I'm not doing much better bc I've allowed stress and anxiety rule my days but I say stop to all that today! I plan to pick myself up, dust myself…

Stress and anxiety creeped in and stole my day yesterday!!! So I'm brushing the failure of yesterday off and trying again. JFT 2/14/21: Enjoy my coffee time Finish Chem 3108 reports Begin Chem 3201 reports Exercise: Yoga and Elliptical Enjoy dinner time with my family Stay positive :heart: Happy Valentine's Day :heart:

Happy Saturday!! :wink: Thank you all for the kind words!! Lol, my to-do list is still pretty crazy but I've learned a more manageable way to accomplish things. I have to make every hour of my 24 hrs work for me and not against me, make every hour count. :blush: JFT 2/13/21: Enjoy my coffee time Organize and manage…

Hello All!! I'm sorry I'm inconsistent with my JFT. I'm working towards posting more frequently, it may not be daily just yet. Just a little update; I'm in my finally semester for my BS in Chemistry. All four kiddos are doing well. Hubby is staying busy with work. Our marriage survived the 10 year mountain. I'm working on…

Happy Sunday JFTers!! 1/31/2021 JFT: Yoga Elliptical Run Church Check-in w/ MIL Prep breakfast mix for the week Chem 3308 HW Chem 3201 HW Dinner plan / shop Pick up hubby from airport at 8 pm Start JFT, missed you all!! I am currently struggling with stress eating. If anyone has recommendations for overcoming stress…

Feel free to add me. Sharing the dairy log is an excellent accountability tool. My friends and I on MFP comment on all posts. 😉👍

You are all welcome to add me. I've been on MFP for several years. There are seasons my weight is up and down, Lol. I consider this a lifelong health journey. Best if luck to everyone. 😉👍

Feel free to add me! I've been there before, Lol!! I have 4 boys ages; 2, 10, 12, & 18 We do the best we can with the 24 hrs we get each day. 😂😂

Feel free to add me!! I'm off and on occasionally when college gets busy but I'm fairly consistent. Prayers for your surgery. 🌻

IDK if this will go with your limitations but here are a few of my favs: Nature's Bakery Original Fig Bar and Cottage Cheese Whole wheat toast with avocado and one poached egg Poached egg on a whole wheat english muffin served along side of asparagus and half a grapefruit I'm hypoglycemic so I need high protein and some…