I was doing so well with this blogging thing until, well, vacation. In fact, vacation really messed up a lot of stuff, like my diet/eating plan, my weight, my residence, my home...my life is in upheaval. I have so much going on, yet I feel like I have nothing to say. I am trying to force this blog entry, but I am not feeling it.
I am accomplishing a lot here. (In the process of changing around a good portion of our home, I am cleaning out and organizing a lot here!) Maybe I am just too tired to think about recounting this in a colorful manner. Maybe another day...
Tuesday, July 19, 2011
Wednesday, July 6, 2011
Back Again
After 2 1/2 weeks of travel (and virtually no time online), I am trying to catch up on everything here, including my new-fangled regular blog presence. I have much to say about our trip, and I have a list of new projects that I want to complete. I definitely need to prioritize, for I currently feel like nothing is getting done. Of course, that is not true. I exercised today. I made dinner for my family. I worked a 4-hour shift. I paid bills online. It's just those extra projects I haven't gotten to.
I probably need to schedule some time for them, like an appointment. I can't guarantee that I will keep them, but it's an effort in the right direction. Maybe I will even include some blogging time for the vacation recap!
I probably need to schedule some time for them, like an appointment. I can't guarantee that I will keep them, but it's an effort in the right direction. Maybe I will even include some blogging time for the vacation recap!
Tuesday, June 14, 2011
Road Trip Jitters
I have been working a lot of extra hours lately, which means I have been sitting a lot. I have also been experiencing quite a bit of discomfort in my bottom. NOT a good outlook.
We have 3000 miles of driving coming up in the next 2 weeks. That's, um, a bit overwhelming for the healthy bum.
I have to remember that it won't be all at once, that we're dividing it up into 6-7 hour chunks. I have traveled like this before; I can do it again.
It doesn't mean I am entering this lightly. I certainly am loading up on things like ibuprofen. There will be a good pillow with me on the trip. I also will be relying on my wonderful husband and his willingness to drive. God's grace. I should certainly rely on God's grace through this. I know I can get through this with His strength. I know it doesn't mean no pain, but I know it means I will have strength to make it through.
We have 3000 miles of driving coming up in the next 2 weeks. That's, um, a bit overwhelming for the healthy bum.
I have to remember that it won't be all at once, that we're dividing it up into 6-7 hour chunks. I have traveled like this before; I can do it again.
It doesn't mean I am entering this lightly. I certainly am loading up on things like ibuprofen. There will be a good pillow with me on the trip. I also will be relying on my wonderful husband and his willingness to drive. God's grace. I should certainly rely on God's grace through this. I know I can get through this with His strength. I know it doesn't mean no pain, but I know it means I will have strength to make it through.
Friday, June 10, 2011
Amy's Amazing Juggling Act
5 days left until we leave for vacation, and my schedule is getting busier and busier. The black and blue on the pages is swiftly washing away the white. Today was a FULL day, but I made it. Tomorrow is busy with Maddie's b-day party, the prep, the party, and the clean-up. Sunday includes church, cleaning out the van, getting Garrett's haircut... Monday should start with a workout if I can get up early enough, then I have a meeting with Jane, a meeting at work, and work from 12:30-8. Tuesday and Wednesday are similarly full, with packing and laundry and all the other stuff needed for a 2 1/2 week vacation. The pace is breakneck, and the tasks will pile up if not completed.
I don't want to be crazy, but I do need to get things done. I don't want to be overconfident, but I do think I can do this. Pace. It's all about pace.
I am trying to do things I can, when I can. I am trying to look ahead and keep up with things. The balls are in the air, and I keep throwing them up...for now.
I don't want to be crazy, but I do need to get things done. I don't want to be overconfident, but I do think I can do this. Pace. It's all about pace.
I am trying to do things I can, when I can. I am trying to look ahead and keep up with things. The balls are in the air, and I keep throwing them up...for now.
Sunday, June 5, 2011
Old Habits...
Old habits die hard, and they sure sneak up on you if you are not careful!
I am not happy to admit that my old habits--eating too much, consuming way too many sweets and other junk, eating in the evening--have snuck up on me. This week has spiraled out of control, and I wouldn't doubt if I have lost the ground I had made. Bummer.
Why? Now, that is a good question. Why would I regress to my prior bad behavior when I desperately want to progress into a new lifestyle? I worked so hard. I gave up so much! Why throw it all away so easily?
Well, I do believe it all started last weekend when I decided to go thrift shopping for some clothes for vacation. Once I started buying clothing last fits now, I subconsciously resigned myself to the weight I am at now. In fact, I gave up on losing any more and relaxed my diet to the point of not caring what I ate.
I don't think that I really realized this until later in the week, but I didn't do anything about it. I don't know why.
I do see my folly now, and I am committed to starting anew, not because I plan to lose 10 # in the next 2 weeks, as great as that would be, but in order to live a life of self-control and submission to God. I want to exhibit restraint and moderation, not excess and over-indulgence. I want to eat well now, so that I am in the habit on vacation. I don't want to be out of control and making poor choices then. More than anything, I want to be following God each day, walking in the Spirit and living a life of freedom and grace.
I am not happy to admit that my old habits--eating too much, consuming way too many sweets and other junk, eating in the evening--have snuck up on me. This week has spiraled out of control, and I wouldn't doubt if I have lost the ground I had made. Bummer.
Why? Now, that is a good question. Why would I regress to my prior bad behavior when I desperately want to progress into a new lifestyle? I worked so hard. I gave up so much! Why throw it all away so easily?
Well, I do believe it all started last weekend when I decided to go thrift shopping for some clothes for vacation. Once I started buying clothing last fits now, I subconsciously resigned myself to the weight I am at now. In fact, I gave up on losing any more and relaxed my diet to the point of not caring what I ate.
I don't think that I really realized this until later in the week, but I didn't do anything about it. I don't know why.
I do see my folly now, and I am committed to starting anew, not because I plan to lose 10 # in the next 2 weeks, as great as that would be, but in order to live a life of self-control and submission to God. I want to exhibit restraint and moderation, not excess and over-indulgence. I want to eat well now, so that I am in the habit on vacation. I don't want to be out of control and making poor choices then. More than anything, I want to be following God each day, walking in the Spirit and living a life of freedom and grace.
Saturday, May 28, 2011
How to Deal with the Munchies
So it's 10:30 at night, and we're watching TV, chilling out. My husband is eating a big bowl of taco salad left over from dinner. (BTW--it was delicious!) There's a family size bag of tortilla chips left over from dinner sitting on the table. And my stomach is growling! How do I overcome the temptation?
Well, here's the thing about doing something as crazy as the Master Cleanse. I have set quite a precedent for myself. You see, every time I am hungry now, I can simply remind myself, Girl, you felt empty like this for 6 days straight. You can handle a little hunger for the evening.
I am telling you, I am laughing at myself while Bob finishes the bowl of taco salad. I simply went and brushed my teeth instead. Admitting out loud my craving, along with my realization that I have faced a much harder struggle than this, I have taken the air out of the proverbial balloon. I brushed my teeth with Cinnamint toothpaste and am sipping my water.
Don't get me wrong, I am not taking all of the credit. I have been praying, reading my Bible, and seeking encouragement from friends. Support makes a big difference. I am NOT alone! But God does equip us, and I appreciate the experience I have had because of the perspective it is currently giving me!
Well, here's the thing about doing something as crazy as the Master Cleanse. I have set quite a precedent for myself. You see, every time I am hungry now, I can simply remind myself, Girl, you felt empty like this for 6 days straight. You can handle a little hunger for the evening.
I am telling you, I am laughing at myself while Bob finishes the bowl of taco salad. I simply went and brushed my teeth instead. Admitting out loud my craving, along with my realization that I have faced a much harder struggle than this, I have taken the air out of the proverbial balloon. I brushed my teeth with Cinnamint toothpaste and am sipping my water.
Don't get me wrong, I am not taking all of the credit. I have been praying, reading my Bible, and seeking encouragement from friends. Support makes a big difference. I am NOT alone! But God does equip us, and I appreciate the experience I have had because of the perspective it is currently giving me!
A New Way
2 more days post-cleanse, and I feel that I am doing well. It is not easy, as there are so many delicious but unhealthy food choices out there. I certainly have been tempted, but I do feel that I have made good decisions. I am trying to stay away from starchy carbs, keeping them to a minimum. I am focusing on vegetables and fruit and watching portion sizes as well. I was definitely hungry when I went to bed last night AND hungry when I woke up this morning!
I tried on some smaller clothes. While I could get them up, and button and zip them, they were still too tight to wear out. If I lose another 5 or so lbs before we leave, they might fit. I just need to stay focused on making right decisions.
I did go shopping at a couple thrift stores and found a few shirts and bottoms that fit now. I don't want to give up, but I also need to be prepared for when we go on vacation. I went through my clothes earlier today and just didn't have a lot of options to bring with me. I am still hoping to at least fit into my white skirt. I bought a beautiful green and white shirt that would look great with it!
I tried on some smaller clothes. While I could get them up, and button and zip them, they were still too tight to wear out. If I lose another 5 or so lbs before we leave, they might fit. I just need to stay focused on making right decisions.
I did go shopping at a couple thrift stores and found a few shirts and bottoms that fit now. I don't want to give up, but I also need to be prepared for when we go on vacation. I went through my clothes earlier today and just didn't have a lot of options to bring with me. I am still hoping to at least fit into my white skirt. I bought a beautiful green and white shirt that would look great with it!
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