One more day and June is over. This year has flown by. And my birthday is on Monday. How do I feel about that? Not sure, but parts of me (my knees in particular) really seem to know that I'm getting older.
I got my new stove today. When we got home from Disney, the oven wouldn't turn on. And after investigating, we found out that we had bought the stove in 1991. So, instead of ordering a part that may or may not work, we ordered a new one. It matches the microwave, which died last summer, and the refrigerator, which we replaced last December. The fridge we replaced was purchased when we bought the house, in 1987, and it was making weird noises, so instead of waiting until we HAD to replace it, we bought a new one. So, those appliances are a very modern stainless steel finish. Unlike the lovely harvest gold that was here when we moved in.
It's hotter than heck today. I'm sitting inside with the AC on. #2 daughter went to the mall with her friends and she is exchanging a skirt I bought for a smaller size! Weight loss is moving slowly, but more or less steady towards my next goal. Which is "onederland". For those of us with massive amounts of weight to lose, that is <200 lb. Hubby hit that a few weeks ago, and I've got a little more than 10 lb to go. I know this is a lifestyle change, and I have to take it slow to try to change all those bad habits, but it gets frustrating.
So, as I start the next year of my life, I am happy. Yes, parts of me hurt more than they used to, but I have a loving family, and I really do enjoy the life that I have made.
Friday, June 29, 2012
Friday, June 22, 2012
Knees and hot weather
So, I've been doing some stretches and simple exercises to try to improve the flexibility and strength of my knees and surrounding muscles. This morning, I got up and could hardly walk, they hurt so bad. My prescription NSAID barely took the edge off. I took some ibuprofen after lunch, and still nothing. I decided to do the stretching exercises (I had been doing them in the evening), because I was just in so much pain. Guess what? Just simple stretching made my stupid knees feel better and now I can walk a lot easier. WTF? Who would have thought that a couple stretches would help so much more than either presciption or over the counter NSAIDs?
So, from now on, I'm doing the stretches first thing in the morning!
So, from now on, I'm doing the stretches first thing in the morning!
Thursday, June 21, 2012
School's out for Summer
This very long and very exhausting school year is finally over. Yesterday and today, the temps are in the upper 90's, so it was a good thing that "only" regents (final exams) were being given at the high school. Administration tried to make sure that all testing was done in the few air conditioned rooms, but it was still stifling walking out into the halls. Another year bites the dust.
And so, we've had 2 weigh ins since Disney. I'm down 2.2 lbs over those two weeks. Slowly creeping towards my next goal of being under 200#. WW issued an activity challenge this summer -- to try to get all the "recommended" activity points for 6 weeks. Last week, we earned all 14. This week, I'm up to 12, not sure what hubby has earned. But my knees don't like this extremely hot and muggy weather, so we'll see what we do for the next two days. Since walking outside wouldn't be recommended today, we're either going to have to mall walk or go to the gym. That remains to be seen. I also don't want to cook (although, I am getting a new range, but not until next week). So, hopefully, I will get inspired to start cooking, at least dinners, again.
My birthday is in 11 days. I had wanted to lose another 5 pounds after coming home from Disney. That may or may not happen, but now, my next mini-goal is to lose 10 additional pounds by Labor Day. Since, I was down last week, I'm 8.8 lb away from that goal. This goal is not the same as the under 200, that's not on a time schedule. The 10 pounds by Labor Day was a goal set in the meeting room, to motivate me through the summer "hazards". And you know what? It's so much easier to navigate the minefield of eating out and the summer "foods" with hubby along for the ride. BTW he is looking very svelte and sexy!
Today, I have to brave the heat and take #2 daughter to the community college and get her books for the summer classes she's taking and another ID, since she lost it at her normal school. After she eats breakfast, we'll be on our way, before it gets too hot.
Happy Summer!
And so, we've had 2 weigh ins since Disney. I'm down 2.2 lbs over those two weeks. Slowly creeping towards my next goal of being under 200#. WW issued an activity challenge this summer -- to try to get all the "recommended" activity points for 6 weeks. Last week, we earned all 14. This week, I'm up to 12, not sure what hubby has earned. But my knees don't like this extremely hot and muggy weather, so we'll see what we do for the next two days. Since walking outside wouldn't be recommended today, we're either going to have to mall walk or go to the gym. That remains to be seen. I also don't want to cook (although, I am getting a new range, but not until next week). So, hopefully, I will get inspired to start cooking, at least dinners, again.
My birthday is in 11 days. I had wanted to lose another 5 pounds after coming home from Disney. That may or may not happen, but now, my next mini-goal is to lose 10 additional pounds by Labor Day. Since, I was down last week, I'm 8.8 lb away from that goal. This goal is not the same as the under 200, that's not on a time schedule. The 10 pounds by Labor Day was a goal set in the meeting room, to motivate me through the summer "hazards". And you know what? It's so much easier to navigate the minefield of eating out and the summer "foods" with hubby along for the ride. BTW he is looking very svelte and sexy!
Today, I have to brave the heat and take #2 daughter to the community college and get her books for the summer classes she's taking and another ID, since she lost it at her normal school. After she eats breakfast, we'll be on our way, before it gets too hot.
Happy Summer!
Friday, June 8, 2012
Home from Disney
Well, we are back from DisneyWorld. And we weighed in tonight. Hubby actually lost 3.4 lb over the last 2 weeks. I was up 0.2, so I'm calling it even. We walked a LOT. Although 6 days at WDW is more than enough for me. Next time, 4 maybe 5 days, but I was more than ready to come home. We walked a lot (oh, right, I said that already), which helped with the few "extras" we indulged in. Do I regret eating anything, no, not really. I didn't overdo it, except for one night. We had dinner at Cat Cora's restaurant, Kouzzina, which is on Disney's Boardwalk. Yummy. And due to a "little" water issue in our room, we got comped for the meal.
I'll try to post more later, right now, I'm a tad tired and just want to veg out
I'll try to post more later, right now, I'm a tad tired and just want to veg out
Sunday, May 27, 2012
Memorial Day weekend
First, let me take the time to thank all the service men and women who have fought for America's freedom, especially those who gave the ultimate sacrifice. They should be honored every day, not just the last Monday in May.
Our Disney trip is finally upon us. We're leaving this week to go to Walt Disney World. Seems like we started planning this trip ages ago. And now, it's almost here. Hubby and I are going to try to make good choices there, and I've already decided that I'm having 2 desserts. And yes, I will enjoy them! I will wear my pedometer, so I'll know how much I've been walking, which helps and adds a few extra points for the week. I will start my vacation with a small weight loss -- 0.2 last weigh in. Hubby lost 2.4 last week. So, we will have extra incentive to keep up the good work. My next goal was to lose 5 more pounds by my birthday (which is in July), so that's another incentive to behave at WDW!
In a non-scale victory, I'm able to wear shorts that I haven't been able to get into for several years! So, after we get back, I'm going to have to weed through my old clothes again. Pick out what fits, throw out what is too big, etc. etc.
They are predicting scattered thunderstorms for the rest of the weekend. It's been hot and muggy so far, so the t-storms aren't unexpected. Although, it does put a damper on any outdoor activities. I think we're just going to rest today, maybe hit the $3 movie theater later, but right now, it's time for laundry!
Our Disney trip is finally upon us. We're leaving this week to go to Walt Disney World. Seems like we started planning this trip ages ago. And now, it's almost here. Hubby and I are going to try to make good choices there, and I've already decided that I'm having 2 desserts. And yes, I will enjoy them! I will wear my pedometer, so I'll know how much I've been walking, which helps and adds a few extra points for the week. I will start my vacation with a small weight loss -- 0.2 last weigh in. Hubby lost 2.4 last week. So, we will have extra incentive to keep up the good work. My next goal was to lose 5 more pounds by my birthday (which is in July), so that's another incentive to behave at WDW!
In a non-scale victory, I'm able to wear shorts that I haven't been able to get into for several years! So, after we get back, I'm going to have to weed through my old clothes again. Pick out what fits, throw out what is too big, etc. etc.
They are predicting scattered thunderstorms for the rest of the weekend. It's been hot and muggy so far, so the t-storms aren't unexpected. Although, it does put a damper on any outdoor activities. I think we're just going to rest today, maybe hit the $3 movie theater later, but right now, it's time for laundry!
Monday, May 21, 2012
A day off on Monday!
So, this is the last of our district's "give back days". In other words, if we don't have the 5 snow days planned into the school calendar, we get them off, usually by lengthening Easter vacation. But, since we only used one day this year, taking them all off the week after Easter would lead to only having Friday as a school day, the school board in its infinitely wisdom, gave us 2 four day weekends in a row. Go figure.
Anyway, I lost the 2.2 pounds that I had put on the previous two weeks, so I'm back down to -35 pounds. Which is great, but I have 65 more to go. I could ask myself why I let all that hard work go down the drain, and it's a difficult question to answer. At first, you stop tracking little things, like the sample at Adams. Then you stop tracking dinner. Then you simply stop tracking. And once you stop tracking your food intake, then you start eating a little more than you should (or eat beyond being sated). Then you start having a cookie here, and an ice cream cone there. And pretty soon, you've gained 5-10 pounds. Yes, I should have realized what I was doing and taken measures to stop it. However, I didn't. And while I've never let myself get to the point I was at when I joined WW the very first time (24 years ago!), I've had to restart many, many, many times. Why do I keep going back? Because I know it works, and I really can't do it "alone". What makes this time different? Hubby is going on this journey with me. He's lost just over 50 pounds, and is looking mighty fine these days. He's still got a ways to go on his journey, but he is really helping me stay focused, and continue to track. If he wasn't going to meetings and keeping me honest, I would have gotten discouraged several months ago.
Speaking of getting discouraged, Hubby needed to buy some new shorts, since his old ones kinda fall off him now. We went to that big box store to get some inexpensive shorts for our upcoming Disney trip. He found a couple pair and got the size he is wearing now. Doesn't try them on. When we got home, he tried on the first pair and was crestfallen, since they were very tight to the point of cutting off his breathing when he sat down. Luckily, he also tried on the other pair. They fit perfectly! He then measured both pairs, and the first (the tight pair) measured about 3" smaller than the pair that fit! Good thing he didn't just take both pairs back and get the next bigger size! The incorrectly marked shorts are now back at the store, and he has 2 pair that fit him well. Moral of the story, try on everything! Even different colors of the same style!
We are going to miss our WW meeting while we are in Florida. There isn't one close enough to WDW, and since we aren't renting a car --Disney's Magical Express will take us to and from the airport and we'll use Disney transportation once we're there. So, we'll have to miss a week. All the more reason to stay on program and track what I eat there!
Anyway, I lost the 2.2 pounds that I had put on the previous two weeks, so I'm back down to -35 pounds. Which is great, but I have 65 more to go. I could ask myself why I let all that hard work go down the drain, and it's a difficult question to answer. At first, you stop tracking little things, like the sample at Adams. Then you stop tracking dinner. Then you simply stop tracking. And once you stop tracking your food intake, then you start eating a little more than you should (or eat beyond being sated). Then you start having a cookie here, and an ice cream cone there. And pretty soon, you've gained 5-10 pounds. Yes, I should have realized what I was doing and taken measures to stop it. However, I didn't. And while I've never let myself get to the point I was at when I joined WW the very first time (24 years ago!), I've had to restart many, many, many times. Why do I keep going back? Because I know it works, and I really can't do it "alone". What makes this time different? Hubby is going on this journey with me. He's lost just over 50 pounds, and is looking mighty fine these days. He's still got a ways to go on his journey, but he is really helping me stay focused, and continue to track. If he wasn't going to meetings and keeping me honest, I would have gotten discouraged several months ago.
Speaking of getting discouraged, Hubby needed to buy some new shorts, since his old ones kinda fall off him now. We went to that big box store to get some inexpensive shorts for our upcoming Disney trip. He found a couple pair and got the size he is wearing now. Doesn't try them on. When we got home, he tried on the first pair and was crestfallen, since they were very tight to the point of cutting off his breathing when he sat down. Luckily, he also tried on the other pair. They fit perfectly! He then measured both pairs, and the first (the tight pair) measured about 3" smaller than the pair that fit! Good thing he didn't just take both pairs back and get the next bigger size! The incorrectly marked shorts are now back at the store, and he has 2 pair that fit him well. Moral of the story, try on everything! Even different colors of the same style!
We are going to miss our WW meeting while we are in Florida. There isn't one close enough to WDW, and since we aren't renting a car --Disney's Magical Express will take us to and from the airport and we'll use Disney transportation once we're there. So, we'll have to miss a week. All the more reason to stay on program and track what I eat there!
Friday, May 11, 2012
ARGH!
I've gained for the last two weeks. 0.8 last week and 1.4 this week. Okay, I twisted my knee on Monday, and couldn't really move much for 3 days. But, seriously? That makes 2.2 pounds I have to lose again. What's up with that? Needless to say, I'm a tad pissed off. which can only translate into one thing: I have to get serious and stick to the plan. and move. I really, really, really have to get back to exercising. I'd like to shed the 2.2 I put on and then lose another pound or two before we go to Disney. that's less than 3 weeks away. I need to track, and post at least every other day. If nothing else, it keeps me honest!
Back on track!
On to other things, my father fell and fractured the knee he just had the joint replacement on. Which means he will need another surgery and more time in the rehab facility, which he hates. I feel bad for Mom, because she's running back and forth and is pretty much exhausted. Getting old sucks.
Back on track!
On to other things, my father fell and fractured the knee he just had the joint replacement on. Which means he will need another surgery and more time in the rehab facility, which he hates. I feel bad for Mom, because she's running back and forth and is pretty much exhausted. Getting old sucks.
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