my weakness ...

So I've got the workouts down cold. No problem. During the day, my nutrition rocks. Except for the caffeine ... I'm still working on that. It's the dinner and afterwards that I'm really struggling with these days. I plan what I'm going to eat. But then I eat something else. Not always a bad thing but the past 3 days have been really bad. And it shows. And I feel like crap. The "Lesson for Life" from Bill Phillips the other day was "the person you have to stand up to most is yourself". It's about asking yourself whether you want to continue doing what you're doing and getting the same result or do you want to change? If you want to change, then you need stand up to yourself and not take no for an answer.

So tomorrow's another day ... another opportunity to do better. Maybe I just put too much pressure on myself. It's hard not to get frustrated. And that's a very bad thing ...

Anyway, I wish you all the very best in life, regardless of what it is you are trying to accomplish, in any aspect in your life. Just stick with it. 'Cauz it really is worth it.

it's about making the most of your life...

When people send me mass emails, asking to pass it along to 5 women, 20 people, 50 goats, etc., I read the message, take it to heart and then delete. Occasionally I'll pass it along to a couple of people.

I know a lot of you have probably seen this already. And I know a lot of men will read this. It's for you too because I think we've all been touched by someone who has either struggled and lost, or fought and won, the fight again any type of cancer.

I see so many people rushing around, so busy with work and no enjoying life, or so busy taking care of "stuff" that they forget the really important things ... relationships. So I only ask that you read this and take from it what you will. But know that I am posting this because this is how I think everyone should live their life....


"Passing the Purple Hat to You IN honor of women's history month and in memory of Erma Bombeck who lost her fight with cancer.

IF I HAD MY LIFE TO LIVE OVER - by Erma Bombeck (written after she found out she was dying from cancer). I would have gone to bed when I was sick instead of pretending the earth would go into a holding pattern if I weren't there for the day. I would have burned the pink candle sculpted like a rose before it melted in storage. I would have talked less and listened more. I would have invited friends over to dinner even if the carpet was stained, or the sofa faded. I would have eaten the popcorn in the 'good' living room and worried much less about the dirt when someone wanted to light a fire in the fireplace. I would have taken the time to listen to my grandfather ramble about his youth. I would have shared more of the responsibility carried by my husband. I would never have insisted the car windows be rolled up on a summer day because my hair had just been teased and sprayed. I would have sat on the lawn with my grass stains. I would have cried and laughed less while watching television and more while watching life. I would never have bought anything just because it was practical, wouldn't show soil, or was guaranteed to last a lifetime. Instead of wishing away nine months of pregnancy, I'd have cherished every moment and realized that the wonderment growing inside me was the only chance in life to assist God in a miracle. When my kids kissed me impetuously, I would never have said, 'Later. Now go get washed up for dinner.' There would have been more 'I love you's' More 'I'm sorry's.' But mostly, given another shot at life, I would seize every minute.look at it and really see it . . live it and never give it back. STOP SWEATING THE SMALL STUFF!!! Don't worry about who doesn't like you, who has more, or who's doing what Instead, let's cherish the relationships we have with those who do love us.
If you don't mind, send this on to all the women you are grateful to have as friends.
Maybe we should all grab that purple hat earlier."

Great news all round!

So this past week has been full of great news!
First my brother-in-law proposed to an amazing woman while on a cruise.
Then our friends announced that they're pregnant ... got pregnant just after a miscarriage (she's thrilled, she's in shock)
Then my father-in-law called to announce that he and his wife have bought a house in Brampton. They're finallly getting out of their condo. Woo hoo!
Barry won at the contest.
One of his friends at work is pregnant
My stress level has come way down
Things are good.

I'd love to hear of your great news ...

now the second half

I was reading my goals this morning and my initial reaction was to get a little down on myself. Then I started to compromise. It's kinda went like ... well, if I shoot for 15 pounds and I only lose 10, that's not bad .... then I decided I was NOT going to take that attitude. I still have 6 weeks left and I'm more determined than ever to get the fat off, build and define more muscle and most importantly, to be healthier.

I've been slacking in the nutrition area. Workouts ... no problem. Drinking lots of water ... no problem. Reviewing goals ... every day. Nutrition and restricting caffeine ... bit of a problem. It's mostly that I just get lazy. Or if sticking to the plan leaves me weak and hungry, I add a little. Generally it's just been more fruit or veggies which isn't too bad. But then it's bread. And ... and ... and. But that's what I have Saturday for... and boy it I take advantage of it this Saturday.

Sometimes I feel like I take 1 step forward and 2 steps back. Most of the time I'm encouraged. But I admit I'm afraid of taking my measurements again. I know I need to. I just don't want to. But maybe it's the smack upside the head (so to speak) that I need. But I'm already more focussed. I don't want all this hard work to be for nothing.

This isn't easy. Sometimes I get discouraged. Everyone does I think at some point in their quest for anything great. But anyone can do it. Anyone can get rid of the fat. Be healthy. Be strong. Be able to walk straighter, faster, with your head held high. and be proud of what you've accomplished. Not just weight loss. That's only one little thing (although it affects the rest of your life) that can make you proud of yourself. Not proud in a negative way (too full of yourself) but it's ok to be proud of one's accomplishments.

Speaking of accomplishments, Barry entered another model building contest. He entered an old Harley military motorcycle. And, big surprise, he won first place in his category and won a craftsman award for best paint. I am very proud of my hubby....

Until tomorrow....