I am not making any resolutions this year. It will be the first time in a long time I've done that. They usually don't work for me so I'm not doing it this year.
I have one plan and one plan only:
To kick it hardcore at the gym ad with exercise. It's not a resolution. It's a plan. And it starts tomorrow.
I did pretty well this year. I went from 255.8 in May to 237.8 (as of last Saturday). Not a huge amount of weight loss but it's enough to make me happy. Enough to make me have to buy some new clothes. Enough to make people notice.
Enough to make me able to wear my wedding rings again.
4 days a week I will be exercising.
What do YOU plan to do for YOU in 2010?
Click here for info about the fitbit. You'll want one.
Thursday, December 31, 2009
Wednesday, December 30, 2009
2010 here I come!!
I'm trying to not go off the deep end with the job thing. It's tough taking on 2 jobs. I'm doing 3 peoples jobs right now. Mmmm hmmm. Usually when I get stressed the first thing I want to do is eat.
But it's kind of hard to eat when you're so busy at work you don't have time to eat. I had lunch at 3:30pm today.
I have to say everyone in the office is being super awesome and helping me out a lot.
I miss my sister though. It's just not the same without her.
Anywho. I am totally looking forward to 2010. I am going to kick the workouts back into high gear.
Haven I mentioned how much I love my fitbit? It rocks. As of right now I have burned 2245 calories and walked 4.16 miles today. That is without exercise. I love watching the details on the website. It's super cool. I have to start tracking my food intake on the website. I'm so bad about that.
One of my coworkers said I was getting small today.
Did I mention I purchased a body fat analyzer with my Target gift card? Came today!
Happy 2010 if I don't update tomorrow!! We get out at 3pm tomorrow.
But it's kind of hard to eat when you're so busy at work you don't have time to eat. I had lunch at 3:30pm today.
I have to say everyone in the office is being super awesome and helping me out a lot.
I miss my sister though. It's just not the same without her.
Anywho. I am totally looking forward to 2010. I am going to kick the workouts back into high gear.
Haven I mentioned how much I love my fitbit? It rocks. As of right now I have burned 2245 calories and walked 4.16 miles today. That is without exercise. I love watching the details on the website. It's super cool. I have to start tracking my food intake on the website. I'm so bad about that.
One of my coworkers said I was getting small today.
Did I mention I purchased a body fat analyzer with my Target gift card? Came today!
Happy 2010 if I don't update tomorrow!! We get out at 3pm tomorrow.
Tuesday, December 29, 2009
Job stuff
They fire 2 people in my department today.
There were 3 of us in my department.
Now there is just 1. Me. I am the only 1 left.
One of those people they fired was my sister. I am so upset. I didn't want her to lose her job. Pretty upset about it. She was there for a little over 2 years. I helped her get the job. I've been at this job for nearly 9 years (it will be 9 years next month).
The other person that was let go was the back-stabbing coworker that has been causing me to look for a new job.
I'm pretty stunned to say the least.
No plans to replace either one of them at this point in time so I'm going to be it.
I am flattered that they decided to keep me. Yes I have been there the longest. But that doesn't mean anything.
So I have a lot on my plate right now.
Probably going to be really stressed at work right now.
But I still have a job.
Which says something.
There were 3 of us in my department.
Now there is just 1. Me. I am the only 1 left.
One of those people they fired was my sister. I am so upset. I didn't want her to lose her job. Pretty upset about it. She was there for a little over 2 years. I helped her get the job. I've been at this job for nearly 9 years (it will be 9 years next month).
The other person that was let go was the back-stabbing coworker that has been causing me to look for a new job.
I'm pretty stunned to say the least.
No plans to replace either one of them at this point in time so I'm going to be it.
I am flattered that they decided to keep me. Yes I have been there the longest. But that doesn't mean anything.
So I have a lot on my plate right now.
Probably going to be really stressed at work right now.
But I still have a job.
Which says something.
Sunday, December 27, 2009
After Christmas post
I hope that everyone had a great Christmas! It seems from all the posts I've been reading that everyone did.
I even managed to lose 0.2 pounds which I'm sure will catch up to me this week after all I ate on Thursday. I don't usually worry about watching what I eat on the holiday. It's just a big deal to me. And there was plenty of good food to go around at all 3 houses we went to. But it was really nice to see 237.8 on the scale.
Two awesome presents? I got my fitbit finally thanks to the hubby! I've been waiting nearly a year for that bad boy! It's pretty cool. One of these minutes I'm going to actually going to workout and see what it tells me. I've been slacking so bad in that department. I also got a Polar heart rate monitor from my mother in law. So I'm going to be really styling when I go to the gym or workout at home when I strap on all my gear. Ha ha. I am thinking of hitting the treadmill in a bit though and see what all my gadgets say afterward.
I really got a lot of fantastic gifts. But those are my 2 favorites. My Mom sent me a gift card to Target which I've already spent online by ordering a body fat analyzer.
I got back on my diet yesterday. I had to get rid of the cheesecake that was in the house because I wanted to eat it.
Not looking forward to going back to work though. It's going to be a very busy 4 days with the end of the year coming and all.
I even managed to lose 0.2 pounds which I'm sure will catch up to me this week after all I ate on Thursday. I don't usually worry about watching what I eat on the holiday. It's just a big deal to me. And there was plenty of good food to go around at all 3 houses we went to. But it was really nice to see 237.8 on the scale.
Two awesome presents? I got my fitbit finally thanks to the hubby! I've been waiting nearly a year for that bad boy! It's pretty cool. One of these minutes I'm going to actually going to workout and see what it tells me. I've been slacking so bad in that department. I also got a Polar heart rate monitor from my mother in law. So I'm going to be really styling when I go to the gym or workout at home when I strap on all my gear. Ha ha. I am thinking of hitting the treadmill in a bit though and see what all my gadgets say afterward.
I really got a lot of fantastic gifts. But those are my 2 favorites. My Mom sent me a gift card to Target which I've already spent online by ordering a body fat analyzer.
I got back on my diet yesterday. I had to get rid of the cheesecake that was in the house because I wanted to eat it.
Not looking forward to going back to work though. It's going to be a very busy 4 days with the end of the year coming and all.
Thursday, December 24, 2009
Sunday, December 20, 2009
What snow storm?
I have a picture of me from yesterdays workout that I want to post. But since I'm not the computer geek that my husband is and a lot of other people are I have to wait until later to do that.
But I lost 1.4 pounds this week putting me 238! OMG! I was pretty darn happy. I am finally into the 230's enough to feel secure I don't be moving back up.
I am hoping to be at 235 by the time I go see my doctor next month. Totally doable for sure. That would be 10 pounds less then the last time I saw her. Not a huge about since it has been 3 months but enough for me to be happy and I know she will be proud, too. Have I mentioned how much I love my doctor? I think I have.
So I was so happy about my weight loss that I rocked my workout. I got a new "Biggest Loser" DVD from Netflix and I did that for 30 minutes. I was drenched in sweat. Then I jumped on my treadmill for 35 minutes and rocked out my run. I'm still working on my C25K program. I'm only on week 2 because I kind of took a little time off from it but it's a start.
Last night hubby and watched a movie on Netflix about beauty called "America the Beautiful". It was pretty eye opening. Of course hubby looked at me a few times when certain things came up and I know I am horrible to myself sometimes. But then I did tell him I have been feeling better about myself and treating myself better. And he agreed.
Speaking of Netflix, "Food Inc" is there and I am afraid to watch it. I think it might do to me what "Super Size Me" did to fast food. I might become a vegetarian!
We were supposed to get a big huge snow storm yesterday. It didn't really happen. At least not in my part of the state. We have about 5 inches of snow. Hubby and I decided to brave the crowds and ran out to do some shopping yesterday because if we got stuck in today we couldn't do shopping and I had to get my Mom done so I could mail her stuff to her Monday. But when I got up this morning the storm is pretty much over and we have 5 inches on the ground. But we're lucky. Southern Connecticut has like 2o inches. That is unusual. It's usually the other way around. Not to mention the fact that my older sisters leaves up in Cape Cod and she already has over 20 inches of snow and it's still snowing there.
I had planned on baking my cookie swap cookies today. We'll see. I need them for Tuesday.
Today is my Mother in laws Birthday. We may go over there if hubby wants to drive. Right now they are saying stay off the roads.
Okay so that is my big long update. I am going to workout again today.
I can't believe Christmas is this Friday! OMG!!
But I lost 1.4 pounds this week putting me 238! OMG! I was pretty darn happy. I am finally into the 230's enough to feel secure I don't be moving back up.
I am hoping to be at 235 by the time I go see my doctor next month. Totally doable for sure. That would be 10 pounds less then the last time I saw her. Not a huge about since it has been 3 months but enough for me to be happy and I know she will be proud, too. Have I mentioned how much I love my doctor? I think I have.
So I was so happy about my weight loss that I rocked my workout. I got a new "Biggest Loser" DVD from Netflix and I did that for 30 minutes. I was drenched in sweat. Then I jumped on my treadmill for 35 minutes and rocked out my run. I'm still working on my C25K program. I'm only on week 2 because I kind of took a little time off from it but it's a start.
Last night hubby and watched a movie on Netflix about beauty called "America the Beautiful". It was pretty eye opening. Of course hubby looked at me a few times when certain things came up and I know I am horrible to myself sometimes. But then I did tell him I have been feeling better about myself and treating myself better. And he agreed.
Speaking of Netflix, "Food Inc" is there and I am afraid to watch it. I think it might do to me what "Super Size Me" did to fast food. I might become a vegetarian!
We were supposed to get a big huge snow storm yesterday. It didn't really happen. At least not in my part of the state. We have about 5 inches of snow. Hubby and I decided to brave the crowds and ran out to do some shopping yesterday because if we got stuck in today we couldn't do shopping and I had to get my Mom done so I could mail her stuff to her Monday. But when I got up this morning the storm is pretty much over and we have 5 inches on the ground. But we're lucky. Southern Connecticut has like 2o inches. That is unusual. It's usually the other way around. Not to mention the fact that my older sisters leaves up in Cape Cod and she already has over 20 inches of snow and it's still snowing there.
I had planned on baking my cookie swap cookies today. We'll see. I need them for Tuesday.
Today is my Mother in laws Birthday. We may go over there if hubby wants to drive. Right now they are saying stay off the roads.
Okay so that is my big long update. I am going to workout again today.
I can't believe Christmas is this Friday! OMG!!
Friday, December 18, 2009
End of the year Meme
1. What did you do in 2009 that you'd never done before?
Tried a personal trainer. It was too expensive so that was the end of that.
2. Did you keep your new year's resolutions, and will you make more for next year?
I didn't really have any this year. I find when put them out there I only let myself down.
3. Did anyone close to you give birth?
No
4. Did anyone close to you die?
Nope
5. What countries did you visit?
I only stayed here in the good ole USA
6. What would you like to have in 2010 that you lacked in 2009?
I want to workout more and lose more weight. I have been able to lose and keep off 18 pounds this year which I am totally proud of.
7. What date from 2009 will remain etched upon your memory, and why?
Friday July 17th!! I saw Stone Temple Pilots for the 3rd time. Awesome!
8. What was your biggest achievement of the year?
Losing weight and keeping it off. Finding my love of running again was nice, too.
9. What was your biggest failure?
Lack of going to the gym I guess. But I have been working out at home so that is cool.
10. Did you suffer illness or injury?
My allergies have been a bitch.
11. What was the best thing you bought?
My Keurig coffee maker. Best invention EVER!
14. Where did most of your money go?
Probably food and bills
15. What did you get really, really, really excited about?
Who knows. Probably a lot of stuff. Stupid tv shows, stress at work, work stuff, weight loss weight gain, music. The usual stuff.
16. What song will always remind you of 2009?
??? That I am not too sure about.
18. Compared to this time last year, are you richer or poorer?
I'm about the same.
19. What do you wish you'd done more of?
Exercised. Always wish I did more of that. But since I'm 10 pounds lighter then I was last year I can't complain too much.
20. What do you wish you'd done less of?
Spending time on the internet.
21. How will you be spending Christmas?
With my family
22. Did you fall in love in 2009?
Been in love since 1993.
24. What was your favorite TV program?
The Biggest Loser, Dexter, Lost, Grey's Anatomy, Big Love, True Blood, and a few others.
25. Do you hate anyone now that you didn't hate this time last year?
Kind of.
26. What was the best book you read?
I read so many freaking books. The re-read the Twilight saga. Again. Nerd.
27. What was your greatest musical discovery?
I haven't really found anything new. I'm kind of picky like that.
28. What did you want and get?
I have not yet gotten it yet. I'm waiting for my freaking fitbit
29. What did you want and not get?
See above.
30. What was your favorite film of this year?
I freaking loved "The Reader". "Paranormal Activity" scared me poopless. And "New Moon".
31. What did you do on your birthday, and how old were you?
Worked. Went out to dinner with my family. I turned 34. Ugh.
32. What one thing would have made your year immeasurably more satisfying?
I'd rather not say.
33. How would you describe your personal fashion concept in 2009?
I have no fashion sense at all.
34. What kept you sane?
My husband. Blogging. Exercise. Friends. My kitties.
35. Which celebrity/public figure did you fancy the most?
Scott Weiland. Edward Cullen (yes I know). Ryan Newman
36. What political issue stirred you the most?
Health care. Since I work in that industry I'm not too happy with what is going on and worried about what may or may not happen.
37. Who did you miss the most?
My Dad of course.
38. Who was the best new person you met?
Lots of cool people
39. Tell us a valuable life lesson you learned in 2009:
That I shouldn't trust people. Because I got stabbed in the back and I'm still not over it.
40. Quote a song lyric that sums up your year:
I'm never good at that.
Tried a personal trainer. It was too expensive so that was the end of that.
2. Did you keep your new year's resolutions, and will you make more for next year?
I didn't really have any this year. I find when put them out there I only let myself down.
3. Did anyone close to you give birth?
No
4. Did anyone close to you die?
Nope
5. What countries did you visit?
I only stayed here in the good ole USA
6. What would you like to have in 2010 that you lacked in 2009?
I want to workout more and lose more weight. I have been able to lose and keep off 18 pounds this year which I am totally proud of.
7. What date from 2009 will remain etched upon your memory, and why?
Friday July 17th!! I saw Stone Temple Pilots for the 3rd time. Awesome!
8. What was your biggest achievement of the year?
Losing weight and keeping it off. Finding my love of running again was nice, too.
9. What was your biggest failure?
Lack of going to the gym I guess. But I have been working out at home so that is cool.
10. Did you suffer illness or injury?
My allergies have been a bitch.
11. What was the best thing you bought?
My Keurig coffee maker. Best invention EVER!
14. Where did most of your money go?
Probably food and bills
15. What did you get really, really, really excited about?
Who knows. Probably a lot of stuff. Stupid tv shows, stress at work, work stuff, weight loss weight gain, music. The usual stuff.
16. What song will always remind you of 2009?
??? That I am not too sure about.
18. Compared to this time last year, are you richer or poorer?
I'm about the same.
19. What do you wish you'd done more of?
Exercised. Always wish I did more of that. But since I'm 10 pounds lighter then I was last year I can't complain too much.
20. What do you wish you'd done less of?
Spending time on the internet.
21. How will you be spending Christmas?
With my family
22. Did you fall in love in 2009?
Been in love since 1993.
24. What was your favorite TV program?
The Biggest Loser, Dexter, Lost, Grey's Anatomy, Big Love, True Blood, and a few others.
25. Do you hate anyone now that you didn't hate this time last year?
Kind of.
26. What was the best book you read?
I read so many freaking books. The re-read the Twilight saga. Again. Nerd.
27. What was your greatest musical discovery?
I haven't really found anything new. I'm kind of picky like that.
28. What did you want and get?
I have not yet gotten it yet. I'm waiting for my freaking fitbit
29. What did you want and not get?
See above.
30. What was your favorite film of this year?
I freaking loved "The Reader". "Paranormal Activity" scared me poopless. And "New Moon".
31. What did you do on your birthday, and how old were you?
Worked. Went out to dinner with my family. I turned 34. Ugh.
32. What one thing would have made your year immeasurably more satisfying?
I'd rather not say.
33. How would you describe your personal fashion concept in 2009?
I have no fashion sense at all.
34. What kept you sane?
My husband. Blogging. Exercise. Friends. My kitties.
35. Which celebrity/public figure did you fancy the most?
Scott Weiland. Edward Cullen (yes I know). Ryan Newman
36. What political issue stirred you the most?
Health care. Since I work in that industry I'm not too happy with what is going on and worried about what may or may not happen.
37. Who did you miss the most?
My Dad of course.
38. Who was the best new person you met?
Lots of cool people
39. Tell us a valuable life lesson you learned in 2009:
That I shouldn't trust people. Because I got stabbed in the back and I'm still not over it.
40. Quote a song lyric that sums up your year:
I'm never good at that.
Thursday, December 17, 2009
Oh my sore legs
But it's a good thing when you know you worked your tail off. I'm taking a rest day today. I am also totally exhausted today. I had a busy day at work, too.
After Annie's rave reviews I mentioned to the hubby I was interested in ChaLEAN Extreme and last night I tried the first DVD. That would be why my legs are so sore. But I was covered in sweat when I was done. And then I rocked the treadmill after that for a little more exercise.
I am beat today.
I am going to finally write out my Christmas cards tonight. Better late then never.
After Annie's rave reviews I mentioned to the hubby I was interested in ChaLEAN Extreme and last night I tried the first DVD. That would be why my legs are so sore. But I was covered in sweat when I was done. And then I rocked the treadmill after that for a little more exercise.
I am beat today.
I am going to finally write out my Christmas cards tonight. Better late then never.
Wednesday, December 16, 2009
My legs are going to be sore tomorrow!! But I had a fantastic workout tonight and I'm really pleased with myself. I really don't like working out on Wednesday nights because we go grocery shopping and then by the time we get home, put everything away, and then sit down to eat, it's later then I like.
But it was a great workout and I really loved it. I am hoping to do it again tomorrow!!
I can hardly believe Christmas is 9 days away. I am not even close to be ready. Ugh!! I'm sure everything will come together.
I'm seriously in need of a haircut I am hoping to get one tomorrow night.
The season finale of "Dexter" was amazing! A total shocker for sure. I was kind of peeved because someone on Facebook announced what happened on Monday morning in her status update and I didn't watch it until Monday night. Sooooo....boo!! But oh well. It was still a surprise anyway. And "Californication", too, was a great ending for the season. I am patiently waiting for "Big Love" to come back next month. And of course "The Biggest Loser". And "Lost" in February.
This weekend I have to make cookies for our cookie swap at work. I'm hoping to not eat them. *Fingers Crossed* We are having a party on Tuesday and everything I am making for the party I can eat but the cookies.
I'm beat. Off to bed!!
But it was a great workout and I really loved it. I am hoping to do it again tomorrow!!
I can hardly believe Christmas is 9 days away. I am not even close to be ready. Ugh!! I'm sure everything will come together.
I'm seriously in need of a haircut I am hoping to get one tomorrow night.
The season finale of "Dexter" was amazing! A total shocker for sure. I was kind of peeved because someone on Facebook announced what happened on Monday morning in her status update and I didn't watch it until Monday night. Sooooo....boo!! But oh well. It was still a surprise anyway. And "Californication", too, was a great ending for the season. I am patiently waiting for "Big Love" to come back next month. And of course "The Biggest Loser". And "Lost" in February.
This weekend I have to make cookies for our cookie swap at work. I'm hoping to not eat them. *Fingers Crossed* We are having a party on Tuesday and everything I am making for the party I can eat but the cookies.
I'm beat. Off to bed!!
Monday, December 14, 2009
Meme fun
Meme that I got from the awesome Liz.
*Think back to ten years ago on this month.
*Write truthful answers and ELABORATE. This makes it more interesting!
*It's about personal changes. Have fun with it!
Then: December 1999
1. Age: 24
2. Romantic Status: Engaged to my husband
3. Occupation: cashier at a craft store (blah!)
4. Fun night out: Going to the movies, going out to eat, hanging out with friends, etc, etc, etc. The usual things.
5. My BFFs: My husband. Olivia. Pete.
6. I spent way too much time: I was super jealous of any girl that spoke to my fiance'.
7. I spent not enough time: taking care of myself
8. I wanted to be when I grew up: I had no idea
9. Biggest concern: How to get the fiance to stay home alone with ME and not hang out with his friends.
10. What my biggest concern should have been: Worrying about myself and not everyone else.
11. Where did I live: In a 3 bedroom apartment.
12. Dumbest thing I did that year: I don't really remember.
13. If I could go back now and talk to myself I would say: It's going to get better and you'll get rid of the crappy job!!
Now: December 2009
1. Age: 34
2. Romantic Status: Married to the man I was engaged to 10 years ago.
3. Occupation: Customer Service Rep
4. Fun night out: Movies, concert, dinner. Anything is fun.
5. My BFFs: The hubby. My sister. A few other
6. I spend way too much time: my weight.
7. I spend not enough time: cleaning
8. I want to be when I grow up: Novelist, nutritionist.
9. Biggest concern: If I'll be able to get pregnant
10. What my biggest concern should be: My future
11. Where do I live: The same 3 bedroom apartment
12. Dumbest thing I have done this year: I don't think I've done anything dumb.
13. What I think I would say to myself in 10 years: Not worrying about my weight so much, a Mom, and maybe a better job.
Summary:
1. What do I miss most from 1999: Not worrying about my freaking weight so much.
2. What do I miss least from 1999: My jealousy issues.
3. What have I accomplished in 10 years that I am most proud of: Getting a decent job, losing 100+ pounds (although I did gain a chunk of it back I've lost some again and I'm down almost 50 again), getting married, having a great husband, and discovering my love for running.
4. What have I NOT accomplished in 10 years that I wish I had: Staying healthy and in shape.
*Think back to ten years ago on this month.
*Write truthful answers and ELABORATE. This makes it more interesting!
*It's about personal changes. Have fun with it!
Then: December 1999
1. Age: 24
2. Romantic Status: Engaged to my husband
3. Occupation: cashier at a craft store (blah!)
4. Fun night out: Going to the movies, going out to eat, hanging out with friends, etc, etc, etc. The usual things.
5. My BFFs: My husband. Olivia. Pete.
6. I spent way too much time: I was super jealous of any girl that spoke to my fiance'.
7. I spent not enough time: taking care of myself
8. I wanted to be when I grew up: I had no idea
9. Biggest concern: How to get the fiance to stay home alone with ME and not hang out with his friends.
10. What my biggest concern should have been: Worrying about myself and not everyone else.
11. Where did I live: In a 3 bedroom apartment.
12. Dumbest thing I did that year: I don't really remember.
13. If I could go back now and talk to myself I would say: It's going to get better and you'll get rid of the crappy job!!
Now: December 2009
1. Age: 34
2. Romantic Status: Married to the man I was engaged to 10 years ago.
3. Occupation: Customer Service Rep
4. Fun night out: Movies, concert, dinner. Anything is fun.
5. My BFFs: The hubby. My sister. A few other
6. I spend way too much time: my weight.
7. I spend not enough time: cleaning
8. I want to be when I grow up: Novelist, nutritionist.
9. Biggest concern: If I'll be able to get pregnant
10. What my biggest concern should be: My future
11. Where do I live: The same 3 bedroom apartment
12. Dumbest thing I have done this year: I don't think I've done anything dumb.
13. What I think I would say to myself in 10 years: Not worrying about my weight so much, a Mom, and maybe a better job.
Summary:
1. What do I miss most from 1999: Not worrying about my freaking weight so much.
2. What do I miss least from 1999: My jealousy issues.
3. What have I accomplished in 10 years that I am most proud of: Getting a decent job, losing 100+ pounds (although I did gain a chunk of it back I've lost some again and I'm down almost 50 again), getting married, having a great husband, and discovering my love for running.
4. What have I NOT accomplished in 10 years that I wish I had: Staying healthy and in shape.
Saturday, December 12, 2009
Bradley
My hubby took this picture of our cat Bradley and I wanted to share.
He does this a lot. The thing with his leg. And don't try to touch his belly because he does not like that at all.
And the stack of books behind him? I've post them on paperbackswap.com. I got another one today. And I have 3 to send out which makes a total of 6 so far for me. Sweet!!
He does this a lot. The thing with his leg. And don't try to touch his belly because he does not like that at all.
And the stack of books behind him? I've post them on paperbackswap.com. I got another one today. And I have 3 to send out which makes a total of 6 so far for me. Sweet!!
Weigh in
Up 0.2 this week which isn't a big deal at all. And to get over it I took new measurements which I didn't do last month and they were down.
I really need to get my exercise into a schedule of some sorts. I worked out twice this week. I am aiming more for 4 times a week. I would like to do Sunday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday.
I am going back to see my doctor next month and I'd like to really surprise her. So if I can get into a decent exercise routine between now and January 18th (which is my appointment) I might be able to do just that.
I started my Christmas shopping. I am really behind in that and I hate feeling like I'm not going to get it done. Hubby and I are going to go out today and do some more. I'm not exactly thrilled about the idea of crowds but we have to do what we have to do.
Still enjoying paperbackswap.com. It's so addicting!!
I really need to get my exercise into a schedule of some sorts. I worked out twice this week. I am aiming more for 4 times a week. I would like to do Sunday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday.
I am going back to see my doctor next month and I'd like to really surprise her. So if I can get into a decent exercise routine between now and January 18th (which is my appointment) I might be able to do just that.
I started my Christmas shopping. I am really behind in that and I hate feeling like I'm not going to get it done. Hubby and I are going to go out today and do some more. I'm not exactly thrilled about the idea of crowds but we have to do what we have to do.
Still enjoying paperbackswap.com. It's so addicting!!
Thursday, December 10, 2009
What's going on?!
I finally finally FINALLY saw the 230's! I weighed in at 239.2 last week. Woohoo! Talk about exciting. I was thrilled!
I had planned on getting back to the gym tonight but I just dread going at night. I really want to get back to going in the morning. I am going to try. I just don't like coming home, eating and then going back out to the gym. I don't like having a full stomach. Blah!! I did workout at home tonight and even though I wasn't really into the weights, I was totally into the running. I am really enjoying the running. STILL!!
And how about "The Biggest Loser"?! WOW! Everyone looked amazing. But is it me or did Tracey look a bit too thin?! I was happy that Rebecca won the at home prize because I loved her. I didn't like the blonde hair though. And I wanted Rudy to win because he's from Connecticut and I'm in Connecticut but Danny looked great and I was happy with him winning, too. I cried through most of the episode. I'm a dork like that.
I joined this awesome website that my sister told me about called paperbackswap.com and I love it. I am big book reader and you can get rid of books you don't want and get more books! All you do is pay for postage. I already sent out 3 books and got my first book!! I went to the used bookstore last weekend and picked up 2 new Sookie Stackhouse books (I'm almost down with the 2nd one) plus 2 other books for the price I would pay for one new book. It's unreal!!
Hubby and I are going to (finally) start our Christmas shopping this weekend. I know-we're slow.
We had our first snow storm of the season yesterday. Ugh. I hate snow. I am not sure why I live here either. Not a snow gal at all.
I'm beat. Whew!
I had planned on getting back to the gym tonight but I just dread going at night. I really want to get back to going in the morning. I am going to try. I just don't like coming home, eating and then going back out to the gym. I don't like having a full stomach. Blah!! I did workout at home tonight and even though I wasn't really into the weights, I was totally into the running. I am really enjoying the running. STILL!!
And how about "The Biggest Loser"?! WOW! Everyone looked amazing. But is it me or did Tracey look a bit too thin?! I was happy that Rebecca won the at home prize because I loved her. I didn't like the blonde hair though. And I wanted Rudy to win because he's from Connecticut and I'm in Connecticut but Danny looked great and I was happy with him winning, too. I cried through most of the episode. I'm a dork like that.
I joined this awesome website that my sister told me about called paperbackswap.com and I love it. I am big book reader and you can get rid of books you don't want and get more books! All you do is pay for postage. I already sent out 3 books and got my first book!! I went to the used bookstore last weekend and picked up 2 new Sookie Stackhouse books (I'm almost down with the 2nd one) plus 2 other books for the price I would pay for one new book. It's unreal!!
Hubby and I are going to (finally) start our Christmas shopping this weekend. I know-we're slow.
We had our first snow storm of the season yesterday. Ugh. I hate snow. I am not sure why I live here either. Not a snow gal at all.
I'm beat. Whew!
I'm feeling bloggy again
I'm getting ready to start up my blogging again. I just needed a few days to get my head together. It's turned into almost a week but still.
Have lots to blog about.
Like "The Biggest Loser" finale.
And our first snow storm here that turned into a total bust.
But I have to run and get to work.
I'm going to the gym tonight for the first time in awhile. I think maybe a month? I'm not sure but I've burnt myself out on the treadmill at home so I'm going tonight. I did hit the treadmill on Monday night for 45 minutes and did some running. I'm still enjoying that.
More later. I may even update at work today!!
Have lots to blog about.
Like "The Biggest Loser" finale.
And our first snow storm here that turned into a total bust.
But I have to run and get to work.
I'm going to the gym tonight for the first time in awhile. I think maybe a month? I'm not sure but I've burnt myself out on the treadmill at home so I'm going tonight. I did hit the treadmill on Monday night for 45 minutes and did some running. I'm still enjoying that.
More later. I may even update at work today!!
Friday, December 4, 2009
Break
I'm just taking a few days off from blogging right now. I need to get myself together.
I will be back. I am still working this weight loss thing.
I am going to continue to follow and read and comment all your blogs though.
I will be back. I am still working this weight loss thing.
I am going to continue to follow and read and comment all your blogs though.
Thursday, December 3, 2009
Mom Jeans
So I had to say goodbye to Mom last night. Her flight leaves today and I'm sad to see her go. Of course I didn't spend as much time as I wanted to, but she has 3 daughters to visit, friends and other family to visit with in a 3 week time period. It's kind of hard.
However the hubby and I are hoping to go visit her next year. We've only been once and that was 5 years ago. We had a total blast and there is so much to do out there.
Remember those Eddie Bauer jeans that a friend gave me? The ones I've been trying to get into for a few months? Well they fit now (HOLLA!!) but they kind of look like "Mom Jeans" so I'm not going to ever wear them. Ha ha. So after all that I am going to donate them with some other bigger clothes I won't be wearing. I just wanted to be able to say I am wearing a pair of Eddie Bauer pants anyway so it's not a big deal.
I'm feeling better now. I didn't have an appetite for 2 days but it's back today. My stomach is growling.
It's 65 degrees here today. I can handle that. It may be raining but it's not snow and I can handle that.
However the hubby and I are hoping to go visit her next year. We've only been once and that was 5 years ago. We had a total blast and there is so much to do out there.
Remember those Eddie Bauer jeans that a friend gave me? The ones I've been trying to get into for a few months? Well they fit now (HOLLA!!) but they kind of look like "Mom Jeans" so I'm not going to ever wear them. Ha ha. So after all that I am going to donate them with some other bigger clothes I won't be wearing. I just wanted to be able to say I am wearing a pair of Eddie Bauer pants anyway so it's not a big deal.
I'm feeling better now. I didn't have an appetite for 2 days but it's back today. My stomach is growling.
It's 65 degrees here today. I can handle that. It may be raining but it's not snow and I can handle that.
Tuesday, December 1, 2009
Sick (again?)
So I'm not feeling good (again). Boo!!
I haven't eaten much today. I had a weight watchers bagel for dinner.
So I haven't talked much about my job. I go, do it, and come home. Still don't love it. Still want out. It really only has to do with one person. She will never leave. It's her life. And my love for my job stopped when they moved her into the office nearly 4 years ago. I've been looking for another job and have applied here and there but haven't heard anything. But nothing has really peaked my interest.
Until today. I applied for a job that I actually want. So we'll see. Plus I KNOW someone that works there already. So that is a plus. It could take 2-4 weeks to hear something from them. And it's a further drive ( have a 5-10 minute drive now, this will be 20-30 minutes) but worth it for a change. I will hit 9 years next month at this job and there is no going up for me.
Going to lay down. Boo!!
I haven't eaten much today. I had a weight watchers bagel for dinner.
So I haven't talked much about my job. I go, do it, and come home. Still don't love it. Still want out. It really only has to do with one person. She will never leave. It's her life. And my love for my job stopped when they moved her into the office nearly 4 years ago. I've been looking for another job and have applied here and there but haven't heard anything. But nothing has really peaked my interest.
Until today. I applied for a job that I actually want. So we'll see. Plus I KNOW someone that works there already. So that is a plus. It could take 2-4 weeks to hear something from them. And it's a further drive ( have a 5-10 minute drive now, this will be 20-30 minutes) but worth it for a change. I will hit 9 years next month at this job and there is no going up for me.
Going to lay down. Boo!!
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