mars2kids's Journal, 23 April 2015

I just have to make it through one more day of work this week and I get a 3 day weekend. Tomorrow I'm going to be busy picking up a few last minute things for my brother's wedding, he's also bringing me his dog so we can watch him while they're honeymooning, and I'm going to try to get in for a quick haircut. So there will be a lot of running around, but shouldn't be too bad. Then tomorrow evening I'm going to go eat dinner with my dad so my mom can go to rehearsal and rehearsal dinner. I'm taking my kids and my niece over too so that will probably perk him up. I always worry about being with him alone though because I'm not a caregiver and unfortunately always feel lost when it comes to things like that. Not to mention my dad and I never had a great relationship, so that doesn't help either. I think I'm most nervous about getting him to the bathroom, but I think now he can pretty much do everything himself besides get there. I'm sure things will be fine but I'm still nervous. Maybe that needs to be my motivation to workout and get stronger, so I can help lift my dad up if he falls.

Yesterday I did a little better with my eating, but still could have done better. Today hopefully will be even better since I'm feeling a little better. I actually went to the mall and walked quite a bit on my lunch break and that was good, but had me worn out. Then I did some housework and walked around the yard after dinner before I let myself sit down, because I knew if I sat I'd be done for the night. My son ended up with baseball practice instead of scouts and luckily the coach came and picked him up and dropped him off since he had to pick up equipment from my hubby.

Today, I'm just going to try to make the most of it. Maybe walk after work if it's not raining and I'm feeling good. And, I'm going to try to keep the snacks under control tonight. I feel good mentally today, so I'm going to make the most of that feeling.

Have a great Thursday!!

Diet Calendar Entries for 23 April 2015:
1239 kcal Fat: 26.00g | Prot: 85.59g | Carb: 165.61g.   Breakfast: Tone's Pure Almond Extract, Nutiva Organic Chia Seed, Hy-Vee Quick Oats, Silk Pure Almond Milk - Unsweetened Vanilla, Splenda No Calorie Sweetener with Fiber, Coffee (Brewed From Grounds, Decaffeinated), International Delight Toasted Hazelnut Fat Free & Sugar Free Coffee Creamer. Lunch: Wawa Melon Mix Fruit Bowl, light honey dijon dressing, Di Lusso Chef Salad (Regular), Earth's Pride Organics Baby-Cut Carrots. Dinner: Olive Garden Light Italian Dressing, Great Value Romaine Lettuce, Tomatoes, Onions, Mac & Cheese, Chicken Tenders. Snacks/Other: Sargento Reduced Fat Colby-Jack Cheese Sticks, Yoplait Greek 100 Yogurt - Strawberry Cheesecake. more...
1892 kcal Activities & Exercise: Desk Work - 9 hours, Resting - 7 hours, Sleeping - 8 hours. more...

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Happy for you - sounds like you are progressing! 
23 Apr 15 by member: HCB
All that walking is doing wonders for your heart! Don't over think the Dad dinner - you will be fine! 
23 Apr 15 by member: Bethlauren8
Sounds like you're making good progress :) and good luck with dinner with your dad! I'm sure it'll go fine! 
24 Apr 15 by member: Asarver
Taking care of our parents isn't always something that comes naturally. It's a complete role reversal, and even in the best of relationships it can be awkward. I'm sure you will be fine. You've got a wonderful heart :). Sounds like a busy weekend, but a much needed break from the work week nevertheless. Do the best you can, and enjoy it!! Have a good one, Mary!  
24 Apr 15 by member: Annabelle3117

     
 

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