I am enjoying this unexpected wonderfully beautiful snowfall we are having here.
I love the quiet peace of snow, how it muffles the sound of tires rolling on the road and covers the ugliest of things with a blanket of white.
It is just so cozy to be inside, and warm. Even the cats seem to be enjoying looking out the window and watching the little birds searching for food.
I am lined up with the new Anne Tyler novel and Mad Men DVD's from Netflix. Jim decided it is a Chili kinda day, so that is in the works as soon as he gets home.
I see the Ortho Doc on Friday so I will know what the MRI revealed. Actually, I have the photos myself but Duh..what should I be looking for?? A torn meniscus looks like what?
The bronchitis seems to be loosening up, so I don't always sound like a frog, just sometimes.
I got a sweet note from Gustav so that made my day...and I weighed in on the Wii and dropped 2.2 lbs so that is encouraging even thought I haven't been active.
Saturday, January 30, 2010
Wednesday, January 20, 2010
January Blahs
Yes, it is that time of year for the blahs. Christmas is a memory and my Birthday is too far off to get excited about.
There is Valentine's day, but that is no fun without chocolate. I had a bad weigh in last week and due to this bronchitis I am having and tending to my bad knee, I fear I haven't gotten much exercise this week.
At least I am getting an MRI to see if there is torn cartiledge so maybe there is some relief in the future.
Jim and I also had a meeting at his office last week with the health insurance brokers who are trying to help him ease into Medicare. It was reassuring to know that Joe, the owner, is concerned about Jim's options, even though it may cost the company more in the long run. The really good news is that I can stay on the plan by myself for the next year if Jim switches over. The big problem is the infamous "donut hole" which essentially is a $3000 loophole in the prescription coverage, in addition to the premiums for supplemental insurance.
The Health insurance industry is really booming.
There is Valentine's day, but that is no fun without chocolate. I had a bad weigh in last week and due to this bronchitis I am having and tending to my bad knee, I fear I haven't gotten much exercise this week.
At least I am getting an MRI to see if there is torn cartiledge so maybe there is some relief in the future.
Jim and I also had a meeting at his office last week with the health insurance brokers who are trying to help him ease into Medicare. It was reassuring to know that Joe, the owner, is concerned about Jim's options, even though it may cost the company more in the long run. The really good news is that I can stay on the plan by myself for the next year if Jim switches over. The big problem is the infamous "donut hole" which essentially is a $3000 loophole in the prescription coverage, in addition to the premiums for supplemental insurance.
The Health insurance industry is really booming.
Sunday, January 10, 2010
Staying on point
Overall I had a good week.
I had the 4# surprise and kept the momentum going.
I ordered some parts from Sears and actually repaired the hood system over the range so that now both lights work.
I did a workout on the Wii and did great with the yoga, not so hot with the hula hoop, and ok with the step aerobics. It was fun excercising with Zak's avatar who keeps looking over at me and smiling.
The Ravens are winning in the 4th, and Jim bought me some flowers today.
Life is good, at least at the moment.
I had the 4# surprise and kept the momentum going.
I ordered some parts from Sears and actually repaired the hood system over the range so that now both lights work.
I did a workout on the Wii and did great with the yoga, not so hot with the hula hoop, and ok with the step aerobics. It was fun excercising with Zak's avatar who keeps looking over at me and smiling.
The Ravens are winning in the 4th, and Jim bought me some flowers today.
Life is good, at least at the moment.
Friday, January 8, 2010
PROGRESS
I got a real surprise yesterday. I forced myself to WW and weighed in to find out that I had actually lost 4 lbs. over the holiday for a total loss of 12 lbs.
Not only did I get applause from the group, but I had achieved the first goal of losing 5 % body weight and was honored with a Big star to commemorate the event
It was just the encouragement I needed to feel better, and I went shopping for acceptable snacks and bagged them by point values.
So my challenge now is to move more and to stick to the plan. Drink more water, eat smaller portions. choose filling foods with the right ratio of fat/calories and fiber.
I am going to keep this momentum going.
Not only did I get applause from the group, but I had achieved the first goal of losing 5 % body weight and was honored with a Big star to commemorate the event
It was just the encouragement I needed to feel better, and I went shopping for acceptable snacks and bagged them by point values.
So my challenge now is to move more and to stick to the plan. Drink more water, eat smaller portions. choose filling foods with the right ratio of fat/calories and fiber.
I am going to keep this momentum going.
Wednesday, January 6, 2010
The New Year
There is always something exciting about a New Year, a clean slate, a chance to "do-over" mistakes from the past.
I am one who spends too much time looking back instead of forward so I am going to erase all of those bad memories and focus on the future this year.
My ultimate goal is to get into the best shape I can and feel good about myself again.
I have been leading a "slipping down life" for the past few years and it has wreaked havoc on my confidence and self esteem. Some of this is not totally my doing, but it is my reaction to the events around me that is not acceptable.
I have a tendency to feel "lesser than" which is deeply instilled in my psyche.
There have been times in my life when I have overcome this, one as recently as 3 years ago. I had quit smoking, lost 25 lbs. then BAM....a broken femur. I took this as an omen that I was indeed helpless and just gave up.
On top of that, Jim went on the Renal diet which is in direct conflict with a healthy diet. And as silly as it sounds, I chipped my $3000 bridge which ruined my smile forever.
So the time has come for another attempt at caring about myself, eating well, moving more, and becoming the independent person I once was. Taking control of my life and become actionary, not reactionary.
When I achieve my goal of improving my image, I will start to see my friends from the past, who are always asking for me to visit.
I am also seeking to get involved in something outside of the house. Undecided on that move, but pondering possibilities.
Overcoming fear is another goal, fear of failure, rejection, success. You would think at this age that would be a mute point but not for me.
I have a lot of work to do
I am one who spends too much time looking back instead of forward so I am going to erase all of those bad memories and focus on the future this year.
My ultimate goal is to get into the best shape I can and feel good about myself again.
I have been leading a "slipping down life" for the past few years and it has wreaked havoc on my confidence and self esteem. Some of this is not totally my doing, but it is my reaction to the events around me that is not acceptable.
I have a tendency to feel "lesser than" which is deeply instilled in my psyche.
There have been times in my life when I have overcome this, one as recently as 3 years ago. I had quit smoking, lost 25 lbs. then BAM....a broken femur. I took this as an omen that I was indeed helpless and just gave up.
On top of that, Jim went on the Renal diet which is in direct conflict with a healthy diet. And as silly as it sounds, I chipped my $3000 bridge which ruined my smile forever.
So the time has come for another attempt at caring about myself, eating well, moving more, and becoming the independent person I once was. Taking control of my life and become actionary, not reactionary.
When I achieve my goal of improving my image, I will start to see my friends from the past, who are always asking for me to visit.
I am also seeking to get involved in something outside of the house. Undecided on that move, but pondering possibilities.
Overcoming fear is another goal, fear of failure, rejection, success. You would think at this age that would be a mute point but not for me.
I have a lot of work to do
Saturday, January 2, 2010
The Family Christmas
Over all the Holiday went well.
I learned a lot of lessons from it.
What is important is that the family spent time together. Thank you Pru for joining us for dinner. It meant a lot to me and your Dad.
It doesn't matter that the tree is artificial, has no decorations, or that the lights blow out the circuit.
I don't have to bake 80 dozen cookies anymore. Most of the family is no longer in Kindergarten, and only a few still eat sweets.
The gift of time and energy is priceless. Thank you Segundo and Primo for helping to get the house in order, even if I was short with you for being distracted from my own tasks.
The best made plans don't always work out.
Sorry Primo that you missed your own Birthday Party with the larger family unit, but sick is sick and plan B worked well.
Musical Beds is a new game I learned.
It was fun having Paula visit and be a Ravens fan with Jim...Great house guest!
Christmas is still an emotional time for me...too many memories and expectations.
Speaking of which, most of what I anticipated mever happened like playing board games and having long philosophical discussions about the meaning of life.
I was disapponted that Max and Leo didn't get a chance to play with the "boys" in my life...who heard about the Beatles Rock Band and were just waiting for someone to open it. I'm sure they would have had fun together.
I was hoping to connect everything together but it really doesn't matter much anymore. Some things are not meant to be, and as hard as I try just seems to make it worse.
I truly enjoyed the quiet times when we talked about real issues. In retrospect it was a good thing that Segundo left and then returned, so that Primo and I had some alone time.
And, being a Mema is only going to get better and better...I Love You Gustav!!
I learned a lot of lessons from it.
What is important is that the family spent time together. Thank you Pru for joining us for dinner. It meant a lot to me and your Dad.
It doesn't matter that the tree is artificial, has no decorations, or that the lights blow out the circuit.
I don't have to bake 80 dozen cookies anymore. Most of the family is no longer in Kindergarten, and only a few still eat sweets.
The gift of time and energy is priceless. Thank you Segundo and Primo for helping to get the house in order, even if I was short with you for being distracted from my own tasks.
The best made plans don't always work out.
Sorry Primo that you missed your own Birthday Party with the larger family unit, but sick is sick and plan B worked well.
Musical Beds is a new game I learned.
It was fun having Paula visit and be a Ravens fan with Jim...Great house guest!
Christmas is still an emotional time for me...too many memories and expectations.
Speaking of which, most of what I anticipated mever happened like playing board games and having long philosophical discussions about the meaning of life.
I was disapponted that Max and Leo didn't get a chance to play with the "boys" in my life...who heard about the Beatles Rock Band and were just waiting for someone to open it. I'm sure they would have had fun together.
I was hoping to connect everything together but it really doesn't matter much anymore. Some things are not meant to be, and as hard as I try just seems to make it worse.
I truly enjoyed the quiet times when we talked about real issues. In retrospect it was a good thing that Segundo left and then returned, so that Primo and I had some alone time.
And, being a Mema is only going to get better and better...I Love You Gustav!!
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