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Ah ... now it is Thursday!!! YAY!!! Driving alone today. I have a late appointment, well late for my hubby. He gets off at 3:30 so doesn't want to hang around an extra hour or more while I have my last appointment of the day. The good news about that is that I have a little more time in the morning. Time to use my hot rollers on my hair. Time to drink an extra cup of coffee. Time to write!!
I am going in a little late too because I have an early morning telephone conference. Decided I would do it from home. It is quieter here than at the office. It is nice to have a job where I have that kind of flexibility. I fear I would not do well in a super structured setting in my "old" age. LOL!!!
So those of you encouraging me to mix it up ... here is my report. First I actually consumed over 1600 calories yesterday!! Second, I made omelets with chicken sausage and cheese this morning instead of a smoothie. Third, I only did 30 minutes on the elliptical and I pushed extra hard on the tough intervals. Are you proud?? LOL!!! I really am thinking about everyone's input and trying to step out of my ruts. It is fun trying to think differently.
Scale was 207.2 this morning.
Hubby is having a tough time again. He wanted to talk about it last night. He wasn't able to talk about it very long because he gets very anxious. But, it is a change, him wanting to talk. Usually he just crawls into his cave and groans. The other thing that is different is that while I am concerned about him I am not "taking it on." I am remaining calm, balance, still feeling hopeful and believing he will sort this out eventually. As some of you may remember he has had cancer. The treatment for his cancer has impacted his life greatly. And our "life" together. That is the thing that bothers him the most. He says only 20% of his upset is his concern for me. The remaining 80% is his own feelings about how differently he feels and how much he HATES it. I do wish I knew how to "fix" it. I miss that part of us. It is difficult to see him feeling so down. And yet, I love him all the same. I'm not going anywhere and I know he knows that ... he just feels like we got ripped off and I think he fears it will never return.
In the mean time, I like myself!!! I love my body!!! I take care of myself and I am kind to myself. I sleep well. I crave healthy foods. My body tells me what it needs for fuel and I supply it. My body efficiently burns calories, fat and loses lbs. easily. I am a successful business woman. I am an expert in my field and people pay me for my expertise. My wood shed is full. I have money saved for a Mexico vacation in February 2012. I make $100,000 a year. I am financially stable. I am organized and efficient. I plan well and follow through with my plans. I believe in myself. I am confident. I calmly handle strong emotions and conflict. I like myself!!! I weigh 180 lbs.
Looks like it is going to be a pretty day here. Today I pause to mention that I am grateful for ...
1. The chill in the air and the blue skies.
2. A good hair day!!
3. Being able to maintain my balance when hubby has lost his.
4. Flexibility in my job!
5. Sleep that continues to be better than it has in months!!
And so on I go ... practicing kindness and gratefulness. Being conscious of my thoughts and tweaking them when necessary. Being patient with myself and my body. Believing my body is fully capable of responding to healthy, nutritious foods. Knowing that I can still enjoy eating and be a healthy weight. And, of course, looking forward to yet another weekend and checking in on my buddies!!
Have a beautiful day. Be good to yourselves. Stay the course.
Diet Calendar Entries for 29 September 2011:
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2019 kcal
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Fat: 92.73g | Prot: 126.96g | Carb: 155.77g.
Breakfast: tomato, Shredded Cheese, eggs, Isernios Chicken Sausage. Lunch: Newmans own Light Balsamic, cucumber, Tomato, chicken breast meat, Cottage Cheese. Dinner: flank steak, stir fry sauce, stir fry vegetables, minute rice. Snacks/Other: Key Lime Pie Slices, white american cheese, Select 55, Potato Straws - Smooth Cheddar, Natural Crunchy Peanut Butter, celery, GOLEAN Peanut Butter & Chocolate. more...
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3141 kcal
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Activities & Exercise:
Desk Work - 8 hours, Driving - 2 hours, Sleeping - 8 hours, Resting - 5 hours and 30 minutes, Elliptical - 30 minutes. more...
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Just wanted to mention I loved reading your entry. Your attitude is so positive. Keep up the good work :D
29 Sep 11 by member: TaniaMarie
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29 Sep 11 by member: madaboutmoose
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I love your openness to change. What a great example to set for the rest of us.
29 Sep 11 by member: veggies yuk
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I wanted to mention a couple of migraine things: one is that bananas and nuts and hard cheeses can contribute to migraines. So, maybe try rice milk instead of almond. Anything chocolate of course relates. But also I know people who cannot eat oregano so some Italian sausages might be contributing. Generally a combination of effects will cause a migraine. So you might eat a banana a day for a week, and get a headache on the one day of your hormone cycle that is lower than normal estrogen, for example, or when you have not had a good night's sleep. Also, driving into the sun and high-pressure weather systems can affect migraine, so if you are traveling on a sunny or rainy day. And finally - I get headaches if I wear pants that are tight around the waist! Took me a long time to figure that one out, but I recently "rediscovered" the concept when I tried to wear an old pair of pants. I hope your hubby feels better and maybe it wouldn't hurt to go to drugstore.com for some appliances to help in the "life" department?
29 Sep 11 by member: abbadabba
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Julia ... LOL!!! I have a nice collection of those appliances at home. I wish it was that simple!! Thanks for the migraine input. Tight pants? Wow!! The weather sure impacts mine. As for foods ... other than aspartame (which isn't really a food) and MSG I've not found any thing but always good to pay attention!!
29 Sep 11 by member: madaboutmoose
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Carol, glad that you had some extra time today. Great job changing things up. You are awesomely, wonderfully made! God said so! I read abba's comments on the migraines and wanted to add, that my youngest gets one anytime he eats mexican, whether it is Taco Bell or authentic, msg free or not....one of the spices. Have a wonderful day!
29 Sep 11 by member: ctlss
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What an awesome uplifting journal. Scale is saying some pretty wonderful things lately!! Keep mixing it up...
29 Sep 11 by member: sharonfriz
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Stef ... thank the good Lord above that doesn't happen to me when I eat Mexican!!! I would be completely bereft!!
29 Sep 11 by member: madaboutmoose
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I really want to thank you for posting your journals and allowing others like me to read them. I LOVE your spirit and I find a lot of strength when I read your words.
29 Sep 11 by member: MerryWeather
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Thank you MerryWeather. It is nice to hear that it is helpful to you. It is really my own personal sort of "therapy" out here for the world to read if they want to. Journaling has probably been one of the most important aspects of learning to live in harmony with my body. I am so grateful I found this place and have made some dear friends in the process.
29 Sep 11 by member: madaboutmoose
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Moose? Has your spouse considered psychoactive drug therapy? He and I have a lot in common. It has helped me a ton!
29 Sep 11 by member: Densible
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Way to go on the scale! Just, do not be mad at me if high cal gets you into trouble tomorrow. lOL! You should still zigzag your cals, thro a couple low cal days in, not too low of course. Oh, confusing you more -fun! See what I meant about the migraines, there has to be SOMEthing that triggers them. I love the way you journal, and I appreciate your patience and kindness, you are very inspiring Moose.
30 Sep 11 by member: cindyshine
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@ Dens ... yes. He is actually on something. @ Cynthia ... I don't actually think the calories are all that high for me ... I think I need more calories period. I've known that for a long time ... it just freaks me out. LOL!! I promise, I won't get mad at you. I am responsible.
30 Sep 11 by member: madaboutmoose
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Morning, not sure if you are writing today's post while I am commnentong on yesterdays but just wanted as always to say hi and let you know I'm checking in on you.
30 Sep 11 by member: sarahsmum
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No, thats not high cal at all for you I just meant a higher cal
30 Sep 11 by member: cindyshine
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