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Day 3 of 6. On late today, but only because I didn't sleep well, got up and hit 2 early workout classes -- spin then TRX.
But feeling good after another good day yesterday:). Time with mom went well -- lunch out and apartment maintenance stuff. It's best to keep busy with some activity, which limits the time she repeats herself or asks the same question over & over. And dinner out last night with my close friend, her daughter (my godchild) & her daughter's friend. It was such fun, especially so because I found out my godchild is gonna be a mama :)! We're all soooo excited. Not having any daughters myself, she's become like one to me. Will that make me a "god grandmother"?!? Came back to my unit to my berries & tea, which finished another day of healthy eating gluten, lactose & sugar free.
Today, Mom & I are to have lunch with my aunt & cousin. My other aunt is sick unfortunately & my other cousin is working, and it's snowing. But so far, the 4 of us are still on. I also have a meeting with Mom's social worker, and a call with my health coach. Tonight, I told mom a little white lie (you can keep a secret, right?) -- that I was going out with a friend, so I could have some time to myself if I need it. If not, I'll tell her the plans changed & spend some time with her. But given how little I slept last night, I may just keep that lie alive. I'm also realizing that like many Alzheimer's patients, she gets worse as the day goes on. I think they call it sundowning. Plus, since I'm such a morning person, it's when I have the least patience. So, we shall see what the day holds.
On I'll go, but not without starting by praying for serenity. And reminding myself to take this one day, and each one meal, moment, bite, thought & emotion each one at time, praying, breathing, journaling, logging & expressing my way. I'm so grateful for each of awesome you, my family & IRL friends, my god child's pregnancy, that so far so good on this visit, and that I have the health & wealth to live this life I love. Xoxox
Diet Calendar Entries for 17 January 2014:
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1213 kcal
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Fat: 47.68g | Prot: 77.73g | Carb: 135.24g.
Lunch: Bob Evans Veggie Omelet with fresh Fruit Dish & dry Wheat Toast with Smucker's Jelly. Dinner: Berries, Panera Bread Power Mediterranean Chicken Salad. Snacks/Other: Just Tomatoes Just Veggies, Seapoint Farms Dry Roasted Edamame - Goji Blend, Wholly Guacamole 100 Calorie Snack Pack, Trader Joe's Fresh Vegetable Tray. more...
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1982 kcal
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Activities & Exercise:
Circuit Training - 45 minutes, Bicycling (fast) - 15/mph - 45 minutes, Sleeping - 8 hours, Resting - 14 hours and 30 minutes. more...
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