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Hey everyone! Sorry I was MIA. So, after my migraine on Tuesday...it led to emotions galore by Thursday and Friday. That sent me into one of my awesome depressive states. Talked to my dad and looked up some things on hysterectomy boards. No PMS for months and then having a doozy is pretty normal apparently. Still have my…
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I definitely have issues with grazing as well! I weighed myself for the first time since the beginning of December and I'm only up a couple of pounds. So I was pleased with that considering I definitely just relaxed and enjoyed my holidays and didn't count any calories. Now going to be logging again. I started to log…
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Sherry - Hope you're feeling better! Well...my minor headache turned into a full blown migraine. First one I've had in months! Ended up in bed all day, but hubby was home and took care of the kids and everything for me. Still feeling a little off today. It's weird, normally I can tell what sparks these...either I'm…
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Sherry - I'm feeling the same as Marla...wanting to help but so far away! I'll just keep praying for you as that seems to be the most I can do. That and commiserate about how stressful that all is! Marla - How did the sprints go? I find I just have bouts of anxiety or slight depression that I just have to muddle through.…
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Sherry - That is so frustrating! Given where you live, I'm assuming that walking is just how you get around. I used to live in downtown and parking was impossible so everyone had to walk. I might check with my dad (He's an ER doc) just to see if he has any suggestions. But it seems like you've tried pretty much everything.…
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Sorry I've been MIA this week! My toes are worse for wear and have been making sleep difficult. I've been catching extra naps when I can. I also have oldest child's birthday party tomorrow...AND my friends baby shower tomorrow too. So it's been a bit crazy trying to get ready for all of that! The huge blisters on the top…
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Hey everyone! It was a holiday yesterday so we all slept in! I survived my race! I finished in exactly 6 hours. The weather was gorgeous! High of 70 and it was mid to upper 40s at the start. Around mile 19 I felt pretty gross...and again at mile 23. After that is was a lot of running/walking alternating until I made it to…
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My hubby and my baby girl who just turned 8. Holy cow does time go by so fast! Yesterday I went shopping and took a small nap. My friend came over that evening with her two girls and we all hung out, sang Oldest child happy birthday and gave them pieces of Boston cream pie. Yesterday was terrible food wise. But planning to…
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Sherry - Your life is definitely complicated! But I'm glad you're going to be able to get somewhat of a routine going again! I think too often we in America forget how easy and convenient everything is for us. Makes everyone super whiney about the littlest things. I'm trying to be more grateful in life. For things like…
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Marla - I tend to be the same way. I suppress anxiety or stress and then it comes out in either my eating, an emotional explosion, or illness. I still struggle with dealing with things as they happen instead of repressing them. So I totally understand that struggle! Sherry - That will feel so good to have all that clutter…
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I have noticed that in this day and age, men often don't feel like it's acceptable to be a strong leader. Yet respect is what they need more than love. I can't imagine how hard that history with his ex must be on your hubby Marla. And not much you can do about it now either, except to just be there for him. Those kinds of…
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Just quick checking in! Yesterday went well. It was a trial run of how my routine should go and everything went fairly smoothly! I got a small nap in, and still managed to get meal prep done, and all the things for church set as well. Really trying to stick to a routine this week. I have my marathon next week, and then the…
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Checking in quick with everyone! Time for fresh starts! I'm still not tracking calories. I'm going to start again in a couple of weeks. Right now I'm focusing on just making better food choices. Slow little changes and it seems to be working. I'm allowing myself ice cream each night...but just one small scoop. Knowing I…
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On the subject of weight...I have no idea what I weigh. I haven't weighed myself in over a month, and I also haven't been tracking calories. I thoroughly enjoyed the holidays, and right now I'm focusing on just making wise food choices. I don't want to eliminate treats completely, so working on portion control. For…
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Marla - I hate having to deal with people over the phone like that. I'm glad you found someone helpful at least! And congrats on the kitchen! :) Laura - It is a new dynamic when you have a spouse and kids. But I'm very lucky to have a husband that is very supportive of my fitness goals. I ow some ladies who do triathlons…
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Marla - That was weird, I looked at the thread starters and it wasn't there. It must have been bumped down the list when other people posted so that I didn't see it somehow! Great minds think alike! Sherry - I once read about Benjamin Franklin systematically trying to perfect himself. He would work on a problem area over…
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Thread starter was a reminder to me as I approach the New Year that I had some failures this past year, but also a lot of successes and to keep trying new things until I find what works for me! Marla - good luck with the painting! Hopefully you got everything prepped in time! Laura - Sounds like a nice run! I'm doing 5…
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Hey everyone! Sorry I've been MIA! I got a nasty head cold. My dad actually thinks I just have a si us infection that has never truly gone away and gave me a round of antibiotics to knock it out. *fingers crossed On top of that, one of my best friends went into labor about three weeks early, so we've been watching their…
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Marla - I hope you got your walk in! Sherry - I'm glad your legs were feeling better. And I agree about the gym membership...only $99! That's amazing! You could always do some low impact stuff as well that won't bother your legs as much so it wouldn't be a waste. I hope you all have a merry Christmas! I got all Christmas…
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Marla - Yes, the joys of marriage. I got to the point where my hubby was incredibly unhelpful in figuring out presents for his family that I finally quit stressing about it. I buy them a little something, but figure it's up to him really to get it all figured out. We still haven't mailed theirs because he hasn't gotten his…
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Laura - I hope you're feeling better! That was still a good run, especially since it was cold out! Marla - There are some family members where if they're being self destructive and won't listen to reason, you kind of just have to distance yourself from. I'm glad he granddaughter is reconnecting with him though! And good…
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Hey everyone! Sherry - still keeping my fingers crossed that the ibuprofen starts to help with your issue! And congratulations on getting everything organized! That has to feel so good! Laura - It sounds like there's hope that you're through the worst of it! Hopefully it will just get better for you everyday! Marla - How…
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I thought this quote was an interesting perspective. I tend to focus on the final result instead of how I got there. Kind of like taking time to enjoy the journey, and the small things that maybe won't check anything off my to-do list but are those moments where I'm investing in my family or my hubby. About to head out on…
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Welcome Jan! I'm with you on the sweets! A major weakness for me! ;) We usually just check in with each other each day. You'll see a thread with the date on it and it starts with some motivational meme. Looking forward to sharing this fitness journey!
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Hey everyone! I'm almost completely done with Christmas stuff! I'm planning to finish all the wrapping this afternoon and mail things out either this evening or tomorrow morning. Then I'll be completely set! It's a huge relief! I was supposed to run yesterday, but I didn't sleep well (I was annoyed at my hubby. Should have…
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Marla - I mentioned this in my status but not here...this was the first time I e run with my hubby in probably a couple of years. I usually run alone. As an introvert, the only appeal running has for me is as an escape. Hubby wanted to come with, so I figured I can survive one run with him along. I did but won't do it…
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^ I'm still working on learning this. Marla - hope your walk was enjoyable! It is actually in the 50s here in Phoenix so my run was a bit chilly. But I kind of enjoy this nice brisk weather, with a bit of rain. Probably because it's rare. My run went well. Did just over 5 miles and kept a good pace. Ran with my hubby which…
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I'm part of a group called Daily Workout Partners. We have a new thread every day where we share successes and failures and encourage and support each other. They are my absolute favorite group of people! Here's the link:community.myfitnesspal.com/en/group/12577-daily-workout-partners You all are also welcome to friend…
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A night off sounds amazing! Laura - Hope you've rounded the curve and are starting to feel better! Marla - December is crazy! I'm getting a little of my momentum back but every day is something extra. Keeping my fingers crossed that we all make it through the holidays actually having enjoyed ourselves! Sherry - my biggest…
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Laura - yay on that five mile run! Praying that your cold improves soon so that the dizzy spells go away! Marla - Everyone has something they struggle with. If it's not food, it's something else. Don't let it get you down! It will just make you stronger! I figure, it's like my dad had to deal with as an alcoholic. He…
