Vann's pottery and vintage scale
First of all, I have to make up my mind to slow down. It's like I'm in a race to do everything right now before time runs out. I think Vann's death got me in this mode, and it's just hard to get out of it. But I must, or time might run out before it has to.
Second, I have to get on some kind of exercise program. Skipper is such a pain to keep on the leash, that I have almost stopped walking the dogs entirely. I don't think we've had a walk in almost a month. I either have to start back walking, with or without the dogs, or what I'd like better is to get into a water aerobics program. There's one not far from my house.
Third, I have to get back on my healthy-eating program. Since my unfortunate episode, combined with several recent opportunities to indulge, I have drifted away from fruits and veggies and back into bad carbs again. Just this weekend, I had Fritos with my Santa Fe soup, a chicken biscuit for Saturday breakfast, rice for Saturday lunch, pound cake for Saturday dessert, and a small slice of lemon meringue pie for, I don't know, a snack I guess.
So those are my goals for this week--to get myself back on track, healthwise. Wish me luck. In addition, I plan to work on a UFO or two this week.
Happy Monday, all.
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On 02/20/2012, Mary said ...
Good Morning. Mondays have a why of inspiring new behaviors don't they. I think their are so many of us that get off track and need to put effort in changing back to what we know is best for us. So happy for you that your incident in the hospital is behind you and you can start anew. I'll be sending all of my positive thoughts your way. Lately, I commented that you can NOT put a price on health. And, sometimes God has to speak "very loudly" to get our attention. You can do it girl!
On 02/20/2012, Nicole said ...
I lost so much weight last spring when I was really concentrating on eating more fruit. It was so easy, really. The water aerobics class sounds like fun too. Especially if it is close by your house, it will be easy to get there. Regarding Skipper and the leash issues, there are a couple of leashes you might try. One is a simple harness style, that will keep him from choking himself half to death as he pulls ahead of you. The other one will stop his pulling ahead totally. It is called the Gentle Lead and you can get it at PetSmart. It has a loop that fits over his muzzle. If he pulls ahead, it gently pulls his head back to the side, which he will not like--hence, he won't pull and tug.
On 02/20/2012, Helen in Switzerland said ...
Good luck Susan!
Yes you're right - looking after yourself has to be a priority and I'm sure you'll feel better if you do too! Everyone swears by water gymnastics - wish we had some near me and I would give it a try too!
On 02/20/2012, Barbara Anne said ...
I'll join you on your 2nd and 3rd goals as I need to so both. Don't think I could slow down any more or I'd be at a dead standstill! It's that spoon thing as you know.
That said, I do think Santa Fe Soup calls for Fritos, so perhaps it would be okay to keep one little lunchbox size bag in your cabinet for when you occasionally have that for lunch or dinner. AMIL is on a diet that she's on that has two free days every week when she can eat as she chooses, within reason. That just makes good sense and makes the rest of the diet easier to stay on.
Hope you can get into the water aerobics program and find someone in your neighborhood to walk with. It might be easier to walk the dogs separately, too. If Sophie is cooperative when on the leash, perhaps her walk could happen when you walk with your friend?
Happy sewing!
Hugs!
On 02/20/2012, Helen said ...
Hi Susan,
your post really struck a cord with me....the part about needing to take better care of myself. Today, it has been exactly one month since my best friend of life passed away (we met 48 years ago...first day of college). In the midst of tears and unbearable sadness, I have not been focused on self care. I was reading during my quiet time this morning and thinking about what she would want me to do....and that would be to NOT join her in Heaven anytime soon! I am committed to making healthier choices starting today....thanks for the encouragement!
Helen
On 02/20/2012, Niki said ...
Good for you, slow down. It really doesn't matter if you make a cake, pot of soup, etc. You'll still be loved. Go ahead and read a book, watch a movie, take a nap. Love yourself because you're a great woman who has contributed so much.
On 02/20/2012, Niki said ...
Please learn to slow down. You are so loved and it's not because you bake a cake, make soup, ring a bell, quilt a quilt, etc. We love you for being you. Sit back and watch a movie, have someone else walk the "Skipper" and snuggle up with Sophie on the couch. We love you for you, Susan.
On 02/21/2012, Pesky Patti said ...
Love the photo of Vann's primitive collectives.
On 02/21/2012, Mama Pea said ...
I need to slow down, too. I've been in the rush around mode for several months now, and it's wearing on me, big time.
On 02/24/2012, Sharon Penney-Morrison said ...
I hear you. I am thinking about joining the Y to swim. I am not a class person, because I like to just focus on what I am doing and not visit with the ladies. There is a time to visit and a time to be quiet. I HATE to exercise so this will be a challenge. I have similar health issues as you with arthritis and Fibromyalgia, and a very low bad back after lifting a slab of marble around Christmas, to put on my counter top. Dumb, dumb move!!
I had a procedure Tue where they injected my way lower back with Cortisone...never, never have done that. It has helped 60% and will improve more by 2 weeks. So swimming will have to be my mode of exercise, as walking is still difficult. My legs feel like concrete!
So I will think of you when I am floating across the pool. hahaha
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