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April 1 - Getting Started
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Monday, March 31, 2008
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After the meeting last night, I finally feel that I have some control to change my life. To have someone finally believe in me makes me believe in myself and that is something I have really been lacking. We learned that 32 people will be cut by May 01. I am nervous but determined to be one of the top eight! My new motto is "If Joe & his staff believe in me, I believe in me! So here I go!
Last night someone said to me "when is the last time you did something for yourself? When is the last time you put yourself before everyone else? Do this for yourself!" Really when is the last time you even thought about this? It's true- I try to please everyone around me and put myself last- always. This is one of those changes that is also a life change.
When I went to work out today I was really nervous but when I walked in I felt such ease. I worked out with two other finalists. It was amazing to have Kristen & Rene teach us how to move ourselves. My body was saying"hey, what are you doing? but I feel great right now-mentally! My body is a little sore but I'll be back for more!
Today Joe had me take a Yoga class with Rene. Did I ever think I would be trying yoga?! What a great class and oh how it works the muscles you didn't know were there. But I do have to say that I am really out of shape, worse than I ever imagined! I could hardly balance myself. But I really enjoyed the class. Shortly after, my leg muscles began to really ache. What a great feeling though. I still believe!
I learned alot from the nutrition class...I really do not know much about nutrition so I feel like I am really learning alot through this experience. I am really enjoying this new journey...
I am loving this experience. Now when I wake up in the morning I don't worry about or think about what can I eat...now I look forward to the gym...when can I go today? Wow, what happened to me in the last three days?! All the achey pain I have actually feels good- that seems weird. Today was hard for me on the bike. I couldn't wait to do it. I only was going for 15 minutes but by 6 minutes I didn't think I could do it. But I pushed myself and did all 15 minutes! I was so proud of myself and I am so thankful for this opportunity. Day three and I still believe!
This morning I was really tired when I woke up. I do not seem to be sleeping so good. Not sure why but thinking it's just anxiety and not being able to shut my brain off. My work out today was focused on my lower body. Did leg lifts alternated by cardio bike. I find it so hard to do anything with my lower body. It seems so weak. I was only at 40 lbs. of lift and was really struggling. I just keep telling myself that I will work my way to strength. I look forward to one day seeing myself look back at my struggles and remembering how hard it was and how far I have come.(hopefully)
My body is also having a little difficulty with my food change. But I'm sure it will adjust just fine. All in all, I did have a pretty good day. I believe.
Wow, What a great Saturday I had! Got up early (at 5:30) can't remember the last time that I woke up that early.I went and worked out before work. Joe had me doing upper body/ I'm feeling it now. I had so much energy at work...it was really quite funny. About
3P.M. I lost my energy level though and now at 8P.M. I am wiped out/ Ready for bed.
I did have a great first week. I am truly thankful to all!
I believe!!!!!!!!!!
Sorry Chris, pm just does not work with my schedule. There is Pilates in the evening with Lisa (Monday 6:15pm) as well as a Saturday Pliates(9am).If you enjoyed Yoga you may also enjoy Pilates---give them a try.
I had the greatest day today!!!! First I worked out 2 hours with Kristen(she is great, really keeps me going..all over the gym)Then I spent some time at my mom's. When I got home at 6.p.m. I did some yard work and played frisbee with my son. I cannot recall ever having so much energy. I truly feel better about myself in this short time.
One thing I must say is that I am really having a difficult time with the one leg strengthening machine; the one where you must push yourself outwards with your feet while sitting...What a monster this thing is. It makes me frustrated but I WILL GET IT DOWN!!!
Loving how I feel and really believing!
Today I actually was disappointed that I only had one hour to go to the gym. After yesterdays two hour workout, one hour flew by, but it still felt good to go.
I felt a little bloated or something today. I may have eaten something that was spoiled that kind of threw my day off. In the morning I'm going to wake up and have a better day!
Joe's class tonight was most informative. Explained alot of things I did not know. He is so dedicated to us...he is honestly a blessing.
I believe!
I had such a great workout today. I worked out one on one with Rene. We did alot of upper body training. She had me doing pushups.:( not my strong point whatsoever. First I tried on a ball. ha! I wiped out after numerous times trying to balance myself. Then she had me try it with my feet on that half ball. With her encouragement I tried. She was so great helping me. One of my goals now is to be able to do a push-up! I really enjoyed my workout.
This day was great for me...from the time I woke up and I still feel like I could buzz around for more. Thank you for this great new feeling and outlook on life>
I believe!
Last night my lower back began to hurt and my leg muscles felt crampy so I did not sleep so well. Now this morning I am tired , have a headache and don't feel motivated. This is how I use to feel everyday and I HATE IT!
Went to workout for 1 1/2 hours- it seemed like things were a little harder for me today. Maybe I am just having an "off" day. My knee is aggravating me some and I am spending alot of thought on it.
Since I started it seems like every fourth day is a little off for me. I'm sure it will get better. Even on my "off" days I still believe!
Had a great workout with Rene & Lisa. Meeting many wonderful people during all of this; like Kay- what a lovely lady who's been through alot but has such a great attitude. I had a much better day today than I did yesterday. Now I can only hope that I am eating correctly. I feel good food wise, I'm never hungry- I am incorporating my W.W. lessons which really worked for me (when I stuck to it) and adding the great workouts. Hopefully I am doing things right... we'll see in a month.
Believing Today!!!
Why wow a full, crazy day today. The work van broke down on 57- waited for a tow truck for 1 hour...it was like being on the side of the Indy 500! This through my day really off schedule. But I bounced back- went to the gym and had a nice workout. It was nice to see Darren. I met him at auditions, he was funny, had some good laughs. He works hard and seems so busy with his family and all. He really pushes to get his workouts in...I really hope he makes it to the eight!
I made a great dinner for me & my mom. that's a change for me...i'm not the cooking kind of person. Made chicken kabobs on the grill...it was really quite good if I say so myself.. MY first healthy meal of my new "life".
Feeling Great today and believing!!!
Chris, you did great when we worked out together. Push ups are tough, you did great. Keep at it and your goal of doing them alone will come sooner than you think. Trudt in yourself and anything is possible.
What a dreary, ugly day today is...I keep thinking April Showers bring May flowers...well hurry up would ya! I guess we should think of ourselves in this way too. Our sweat is the showers and our new bodies will be the flowers.Ha!
Besides this weather making me blah, I had an overall good day. Worked out, went to work and boy was it busy/ I guess a day like today makes one need flowers now. I'm finding myself anxious for the first cut on Tues. But i'm sure everyone is. Well, I am going to call it an early night. Believing the sun will soon shine and believing in me!
What a great seminar today. I actually felt like Joe knew MY life. My dad had his first open heart surgery at 39 and his second at 44. He never changed his life style after that. Then at 57, after cutting the grass he came in, made himself a sandwich , sat down to eat and had a massive heart attack, I did not get to see him as they tried to revive him, when I got to the hospital he had passed away. I miss him so much.
5 years ago, I was having chest pain and went to the DR. just like Joe said. After many tests the problem was my weight. I was headed just like my Dad. Did I do anything? NO! I just blew the whole thing off. Not only stupid but irresponsible because I had a 2 year old son.
Thank You Joe for waking me up and giving me my life...and not back...but for the first time.
It has been tough adjusting my schedule. The first week of the challenge my mom had 2 discs removed and stenosis cleaned up from her spine. It has been challenging trying to fit all the things I need to into my day. But I do my best. I am a single parent of a 7 year old boy with afterschool activities, work full time and am trying to help my mom. My house is a mess and my dog is lonely but sooner or later that will catch up. Sometimes I do feel guilty that I am not able to do more for my mom but I do my best. I go there everyday and help her with what she needs or go get her groceries, but I do realize and will make time for myself. For the first time in many, many years I feel like I have something to look forward to and that my life has some meaning. So in the end, Joe's seminar made me realize even more why I am here. THANK YOU and I believe!
I can't believe its been 2 weeks already. Everyone has worked ssssoooo hard! I look forward to the future and more healthy ways! Today I had mixed emotions at the gym. It has been so nice meeting new people (even if I don't remember their names). And I wonder who will continue to be there after tomorrow. It is both exciting and nerve-racking. I don't know what else to say today. I'm anxious for tomorrow so my mind is elsewhere. Good luck to all and even those who do not make the cut need to keep it up. We have been given a wake up call. We can't hang it up because we do not make it. Smile and be proud!!! I am a believer!
I am so pre-occupied today. My body feels as though it is playing tricks on me. I had a sore muscle in my leg then it was gone, My arms feel very unstrong today too and my system is off track. I went to work out and started with upper arms, I could not pull myself up to save my own life. (Good thing that cougar wasn't chasing me!) So I tried hard at my workout but did not feel like I could give my all. Kristen was most encouraging though and I thank her for that.
I am anxious for tomorrow. Even though I have given my all this last two weeks I am nervous. Well, that's all I have for now. And I still do believe!!!
I kept checking and checking my email...nothing. I was at work and so anxious to get out and go work out. Soon I was at the gym and on the treadmill. Finally Rene had the list and posted it on the wall. I was so relieved to see my name. I love this opportunity so much and dont want it to end. Seeing my name on the list made me want to work out harder. However, I was sad not to see other names I was hoping to see on there. All I can say is that you worked hard, do not give up! And I am truly sorry you did not make it.
So here is to the future...continuing to eat helathy, workout & get my life in order. I do believe!!!
Boy- I feel like a new person today. Had a good workout(thanks Rene) wish I could have stayed longer! Glad the first cut is over, at least the anxiety is gone for two weeks! Last night I ate pizza. For the last three days I had such a taste for it and I have been really good at not eating anything bad, so I ate it. Now the craving is over and I have moved on to a new day. I am looking forward to the next two weeks- I've set a few goals for myself and hope to reach them. This has been so positive for my life. I believe!
Earthquake day...That was a weird thing to wake up to. My desk was rattling but I really did not feel movement. I don't remember ever hearing about an earthquake around here before.
Did not have such a great day thanks to being female. I was completely drained all day but did manage to get a bike workout in. It was frustrating for me not to be up to getting a whole body workout in. Oh well, no control over this. Hopefully i'll be better and more alive tomorrow.
Still believing.
Today as I drove into the Vineyard mall to go to Lifestage I realized that I use to drive in this mall everyday anyway; not to go to Lifestage but to go to Dunkin Donuts. Wow how things have changed. Woke up late today so before I went to work I squeezed in 45 minutes of a workout. Did treadmill for 30 mins(3.7 / 2 Incline) Now I would like to see if I can get it to 4.0 / 3 incline.
I'll try it out tomorrow. Then I did the bike for 15 mins. Worked myself to a sweat so I guess thats good. Looking forward to working harder Sunday. Great day overall.
Believing!
I have met so many really wonderful people at the gym. Everyone is so kind and encouraging. I feel so blessed to have this opportunity. I am feeling really good, both physically and mentally. I feel like a changed person. I really want to get myself running but not sure why I don't just try it, It's just my being afraid of failure. I really would like to try the four mile Griffin run, but am not sure if I will be ready to. Maybe tomorrow I will have a little more confidence. So in end Thank you to all who have been so kind. I really feel like I have found new friends! Believing...
For some reason I am really getting nervous about the end of the month. I have not weighed myself since Rene weighed me on the 1st, so just looking at myself I cannot really see much difference. My pants are a little baggy but I am getting nervous...I really want to be one of the eight. I am going to work even harder the next 9 days.
I had a nice workout today, got there later than I usually do so I felt a little off with my eating. I have been on such a "schedule".
Well, nervous or not, I have a lot of work ahead of me, but I am still a believer!
Had a great workout today. Worked out with Pat & Mark(thanks you guys). It was alot of fun and I am feeling it now. Have alot of errands to run on so I have to blog early & a little short today. Having a great day and believing!
Hey Chris. We'd love to work out with you anytime. Hope you have a good day - don't forget to put yourself first atleast for a little while today.
I have not felt so welcome somewhere in a long time. I feel like I have been coming to Lifestage for longer than three weeks because of how caring everyone is there...you are made to feel so welcome. I do not have many friends outside of my work environment and I feel like I have gained many new ones here. I really love it.
Today I had a little harder time working out, didn't feel like I had the energy or strength I had yesterday. But it was O.K.
More worries for the world we live in. Today I hear that food prices will sore and there will be a shortage. Well I knew this was coming. How can prices not go up when our gas prices are so high. How does our government think the supplies get to the stores? The truckers are suffering, we are suffering. I wish the top guys would wake up...we need help out here! All these problems make me sad, I see so much heartache due to finances. I wish someone would help.
Anyway, I am glad I can take my mind off problems and focus on my health. ( thanks to this great opportunity I have been blessed with)
Well, for now, time for a good nights sleep and a new start tomorrow. Crucial 6 days ahead!
Believing!!!
Six days left. Worked out hard today, ate good (after having a cheating moment last night by eating 5 low fat chips ahoy). And I am really quite tired. I told myself today to move forward without thinking about making the cut but what it will be like for me to get cut. I have come to love and look forward to going to
Lifestage every day. Yes, there are some days when I feel like I could skip a day but I don't. And if I did, my day would be missing something. So I move forward these next six days with a positive attitude and thank God for putting this opportunity out there for me.I have achieved so much and have become a better person because of this. And I am truly thankful to Joe, his staff & Quantum. I am a believer!!!
Dont even think about missing a day. Mark and I will be there at 8:15 saturday. We have a family party afterwards. If not maybe we will see you about 9 on Sunday. We did core today. I wanted to get there about 1:30 but I was running around with my mom. Have a good evening.
Have to do this quick before the power goes out from the storm. Already have no T.V. thanks to the great Dish Network, can't keep a signal even in the wind! Had a great workout with Kristen and a great day too!!! I am still believing!
Cold today but a beautiful day none the less. Went to workout before work...Got to work and someone brought up the challenge and about the cut and it made me so emotional I could hardly stand it. This has been such a positive, wonderful experience for me I do not want it to ever end! I don't want to pick up what I've learned and move on anywhere else. I love it at Lifestage and want to stay, I so pray that I make the top eight!
Everything in life seems so much more enjoyable, bright and beautiful. This has been one of the best things that ever happened to me! I am truly a believer!
Two days left...Wow! I cannot believe one month is almost over. I had a ggrreeaatt workout today. Two hours of non stop workout. Like the last chance workout. Hope it was enough. Then I came home and cut the grass. Alot of good sweat today! I seen my neighbor today who I have not seen since February and she noticed I lost weight. It was really nice to hear. Well, here's to the next few days. Believing!!!!!!
Well, here it is...the day before the weigh in. I am really nervous but know that I have given 110% of myself to prove myself. I feel wonderful in only this one month and am truly thankful for the wakeup call. I do not want my journey to end so I just hope for the best. This has made me a BELIEVER in myself.
Now it's the waiting game. I am very proud of myself after the weigh in. Now I just patiently wait
and keep believing. Good luck to all who have worked themselves so hard!
Extremely busy at work with prom. Had to do a quick one hour workout today because I had to go back to work, don't like that much because I like to do 20-30 mins on the treadmill alone. Jeff had me doing legs today. It was a good workout, I can feel muscle pain today. Anxious for the notice of the final eight. Hopefully we'll know tomorrow. Well, still loving my opportunity and still believing!
Right now I could not be any happier or proud of myself for coming this far. I actually feel like I can float around from excitement. This opportunity has brought me so much, I not only feel healthier, I feel some great self-confidence. I have met so many wonderful people(many who I will miss not seeing). I have so much more energy and am easier to be around(just ask my co-workers).
I look forward to the next 4 months and plan to accomplish more than I have for myself ever! Thank you everyone at Lifestage, you are all so wonderful, you make me want to better myself. And thank you Quantum for your part in this extaordinary journey. I am such a believer!!!!!
Congratulations to you too! I'm so happy for you Chris! I could see how hard you worked. So heres to us another 4 months of great workouts and to future opportunities.
Today was a very stressful day for me personally. Emotions were hopping all over today. It's funny how you look back at your life and have so many regrets on things you did not think through all the way or just rushed through a judgement. Sometimes life is just so hard. I had a full day at work with prom and am extremeley exhausted. I did get in one hour at the gym..which is not enough time for me. I look forward to a good Sunday workout. Well, i'm in real need of some sleep, so even with all my stress, I still believe!
Oh man did I have a fabulous day! had a nice cardio workout before heading to work to go through prom day pick ups. I was in such a great mood all day, not one time did anyone push me to the edge. I had many people comment on my weight and that just made the day climb upwards even more. I love all of this! Tomorrow is the Griffin run and I am so excited to do it. It is hard for me to believe that just 5 weeks ago all I looked forward to was going to sleep at night. Now I cant wait to be awake and fill my day full! I am so happy with my new outlook. I am a true believer! well, off to sleep for the early rise and a great new day!
Chris,
Thankyou for running that last lap with me today it meant alot to get me to the end. It was alot harder than I excepted. Congrats and keep up the good work. You look great and it shows.
What a most terrific day! Can I believe I tried a 4 mile run/walk (yes doing the latter most of the time except when great Olga pushed me on/and thank you for that Olga) let alone finishing it?! How great has this day been? GREAT! And a humungus THANK YOU TO JEFF who is a wonderful and caring man,who helped us push it in the end.And a big CONGRATULATIONS to him too for being #1! I cannot believe how wonderful all of you are at Lifestage! When the remaining Lifestagers pulled around after me I felt so proud for all of them, all of us, it was an emotional moment I must say. Then off I went to workout for a while. Cut the grass and visited with my good friend Lavonne. What a great day today has been!
I do not know what is wrong with me today but I am really having food issues. I have been so good until today...I am freaking out for some candy, alot of candy and I don't know what to do. Do I just eat it and never look back or do I go to sleep and hope it goes away??
I'm struggling here. Then I took my son to Taco bell and usually I just eat 2 tacos, today three, with beans. Maybe I am just having a really off day, I don't know.
I had a good workout in the great new location and I hate to feel like I just threw that away. I think I will just eat a candy bar, not feel bad, and wake up tomorrow better...I hope. I believe in myself but am having a weak moment. Sorry
See, I noticed I did not end my 5-4 message with "I Believe" This could very well be my problem today. And believe me, after Sunday, the walk and all... I am definetely believing!
Don't feel bad for yourself. We are all human. So you treated yourself today--MOVE ON. Better to satisfy a craving than not. Wake up tomorrow and belive in yourself and know that you are strong and heading in the right direction.
I totally agree with Renee, don't be so hard on yourself. This process is a work in progress, so we are all learning as we go along. Don't expect yourself to eat perfectly every day, because somedays our bodies/emotions are going another direction and we're all still learning how to handle those OFF days, that we all have. Just be proud of how far you have come in the process, if you just focus on that you'll be able to move on alot quicker. Have a good day, and maybe I'll see you later at the gym.
First time at spinning...wow. That's about my feeling. I have been eyeing up that class for awhile so today I thought I would try it. It was hard for me to hold my butt off the seat and pedal. I tried, but between the not being strong enough to hold my butt off the seat for more than 30 pedals, my pant string broke and my pants felt like they were gonna fall off. I did pedal through the whole session. It was a start. My eating was much better today and yes I ate that Butterfinger and mmm mmm, it was good. And now it's over. So Rene & Olga thanks for your support! I definetely had a good day(besides the stress at work).
Believing...
I wish this week was over already. It is so busy at work and my schedule was so routine with my eating, working out and so on, now it's all jumbled up. I don't feel like I am eating properly because we are so short handed at work that you eat in like 3 minutes so youre sick afterwards. Now it's 9 p.m. and I just ate a easy / not so right dinner of half sandwich, some fresh salsa and chips and washed it down with water. It's so late to eat but I needed something. so hurry up week, I need my routine back. I'm needing some sleep, so until tomorrow, still believing!
Even though I am extremely exhausted, I am still believing in myself and this progress. I am feeling so crabby right now because I am working so many hours, going back & forth to get Nick from school back to work, gas is ridiculous, my house is a MESS, I AM TIRED! But I did get to the gym this evening. So everything wasn't a complete disaster. Til tomorrow...believing!
Hey big shot. Mark told me while I was at work (Friday) that he was going early to LifeStage and work out with you. Whats Up??? Only kidding. I'm going to go Saturday, Sunday and Monday. Hopefully I'll see you there. Oh, by the way this is Pat (blogging via Mark CYLC).
Late night tonight at work...so much for picking the floral profession...it ruins EVERY holiday, but thats the job I picked. Only got 20 mins in on the treadmill for a workout, doesnt seem worthy of a signature on the card. Short blog due to exhustion.
Believing!
Oh man, one more day left. I am ssoo exhausted/ we were so busy today, kept up with all the customers pretty good. one more and back to normal. My hands are so sore and I got "attacked" by a bunch of roses today and I think my finger is infected...Oh how much fun it is not,to work in a flower shop! My day started out with a good workout and a great compliment from Joe/ Thank you for that! It made my day go so much smoother. Now I'm off to bed, to end the week quickly. Full of thanks and believing this day!
Woohoo...it's finally over! Hope all had a beautiful Mother's Day. Mine was, I spent the day with my great son (who is quite shy until he feels comfy). Started the morning at the gym, went to work awhile then picked up my neice & nephew and went to my mom's for the remainder of the afternoon. My sister & mom haven't talked in 5 months, got in a fight that was meant for me & my sister. I hate it but it is out of my control. My mom was very happy & emotional about seeing them. It's such a mess. I have learned alot from this opportunity and am working on not allowing these types of things to bring me down because I cannot deal with any more negativity in my life. Sometimes I feel selfish about this but my whole life,for as long as I can remember, I have tried to resolve the problems of everyone around me and have let that issue effect me personally. I can't do that anymore. I need to focus on my son and myself and keeping our lives as normal as possible. I love both my mom & my sister very much but the problem lies too deep for me to help because they have let so much time escape since the arguement. Anyway, I am looking forward to getting life back to a more normal routine and working just a little harder. Believing on this day....
It is hard for me to believe that we are six weeks into this challenge. It is amazing to see the progress of what one can do six weeks later. It is truly amazing. Where will we be in six more weeks? I can hardly imagine. So glad to be off work tomorrow, I am looking forward to getting my yard looking good. There is just "stuff" everywhere. And maybe I can clean the garage so I can actually use it to park the car. Anyway, had a great today.
Here's to the next six weeks!
Believing!!!
Hey Chris. This is Pat. I was blogging for Mark. He does'nt use the computer very well. He dictates I type. Listen Girl. Tell your sister that she will never miss her sister till after she's gone. Tell your Mother the same thing. I miss my sister sooo much. I think about her every day when I want to call a real friend on the phone. Sorry, but tell each of you not to waste valueable time. You wont get it back.
I know this challenge is doig you great thinks emotionally and physically, now be the tough one in your family relationships and tell them too much time has been wasted.
Love ya and miss ya, Pat
Worked in the yard for 5 hours today...it was such a mess. I had dandelions as tall as my peonie bushes with these sharp old pointy things...it was horrible. But now its starting to look like a yard again. I was so tired after I took a shower that I passed out on the couch waiting for Nick to hop off the bus. When's the last time I did that? That made me even more tired. Then I'm having irregular cycles, like every three weeks so that was a problem for me too besides being tired. So needeless to say I did a "chump" workout. 20 minutes on the bike...only> I hate that. I'll make up for it. So, looking forward to a good night sleep with the thunder. Believing,
This evening has been very sad for my family and me. My aunt passed away while she took a nap. My mom's sister. I am very sad.
Chris: I'm so sorry about your Aunt. It's never easy when a loved one passes away, but remember to hold onto the fact that God is in charge of everything and to focus on your memories of your Aunt. I wish you Peace and Strength today.
On a day that has been very difficult and long, it ended with me feeling better because of my new friends I have met through this journey. It was good see you and to spend time with you. Thank you for crossing paths into my life and thank you Lifestage for putting them there. I am blessed from this and a true believer.
After my crappy "workout" yesterday of walking around the gym three times, I had a great workout today. Stayed about an hour and 45 mins. I love when I can stay that long. Today was a busy day for me. My son had a little play at school so I had to run there at lunch time, work was really busy, it is the whole weekend. Then I came back for my workout. When my day is so messed up, I don't feel like I eat properly and it makes me feel like something is just not quite right. I have to get that under control. This entire week has felt that way. Anyway, with all the personal craziness that is happening with my family, I'm glad I have this escape. Feeling healthy and believing...
Started the day off really slow. So I ended up only getting in a 30 minute treadmill/ hill session so I could get to work by 9 A.M. What a busy day today was and I am wiped. I've been trying to pull some pictures for my Aunts collage and wish I would have known someone wanted help with it sooner. Now I have all these great ideas for it and since it's by my mom, I have maybe one hour in the a.m. to get it done, but I'll do it. Then I needed to find something to wear the next two days. I'm not a big "dress Up" fan so I do not have many dress clothes and what I do have doesn't quite fit any more but I guess in a way that's a plus. But i'll just make do with what I do have. Not looking forward to the next two days but what can I do...it's part of life. Goodnight for now. Believing,
Sorry to hear about your Aunt. Like I told you dont waste time with your sister or Mom. I'll pray for you that you all find peace with each other especially now when you need each other.
Long, hard and sad day today is. It was my aunt's wake. It is always so nice to see your family but why does it have to be under these circumstances? Why is life so busy we cannot make time once every few months to have gatherings at each others homes?
I don't know. Well, I do not look forward to the funeral tomorrow, it is always so hard to see someone for the last time. My aunt was a beautiful, caring woman with a hard life. I will miss her!
Sad but believing...
This has been a very emotional day. It is amazing how a day can bounce all over. I am truly frustrated today.Some people are just inappropriate and don't even see it. Now I am the target of another persons ridiculous behavior and I am truly sorry that this family member does not see they were wrong. There is a place & time for everything, and at the funeral luncheon was not it! Obviously this person did not pay attention to my cousin's speech at church which I must say was hit right on target. The only person who will be affected will be my 7 year old son. YES, I Am DISGUSTED right now by someone's selfishness!!! I don't know if all families are disfunctional in one way or another or just mine?!
I am 42 years old and truly tired of the games! Sorry, sometimes this blog just allows my venting. The gym seems to be my only sanity at this time in my life.
Tomorrow morning I am going to wake up and get myself right back on track. For the last few weeks I have not been able to give 110%, but I will be giving it once again on Tuesday. I am tired, physically & mentally so until tomorrow, at least I believe in myself ...
Chris: I think everyone to some degree has a dysfunctional family, but it's not your family, its how you react to what they say. Remember no one can make you feel inferior without your permission. Go out and make it a Great day today!
I am feeling like I need to regroup myself. I am tired, really dragging. My foot is bothering me which is also bringing me down. I had a really hard time at the gym, felt like I just couldn't get up enough strength and was finding it hard to breathe there today. Too much personal stuff that I must get in order. I'm going to hit the bed early and in the morning I will be better. A little behind but still believing...
Feeling 100% better today. Had a great workout, feeling pretty motivated. Looking forward to this weekend, having some days off work. Have alot to do around the house. Bought some blooming plants and vegetable plants and am anxious to get them planted. Life feels so much better when you have the energy! Believing...
The weather is so cold... I can hardly take it. I always say that I am going to be one of the older ladies who has to go to Arizona for the winter. I'm ready now!
Did cardio today, had a good sweat going and heart rate. Came home, cut the grass, started on the pool and moved some bushes. It's a good start to my pile of chores. Now i'm pretty tired so i'm off to bed. believing...
I'm not sure what the problem is but I am feeling kind of blah, unmotivated. I just feel like the days are going faster than usual and I'm having a hard time organizing my day to fit in everything. I also am not hungry and am having a hard time eating properly. I wonder if anyone else is feeling this way?
I did not go before work to the gym because I was getting out at noon, so when I did go at 12:30 I had it in my head that I was only going on the treadmill & bike but after the treadmill Jeff had me working hard on other things. Thank You Jeff for pushing me, I felt great during that 90 minutes and after. I really needed a push! Today was a better day. Back to believing...
I had a great day today. I got so much accomplished outside; it was great. The pool is filling, all sparkling clean, most of my plants are potted and the garage is clean...maybe Wed. when I am off again, I can actually rest a day.
Had a great workout to start the day with Rene. Thanks Rene. I don't think I have jumped rope in over 15 years...that was hard for me but it made me laugh at myself as I tried. Feeling great today. Believing...
What a beautiful day today has been. A beautiful day for a great holiday of rememberance.
Nick & I worked on the pool filter and only ended up at the pool store two times...not too bad. Well, the water is full and just from one day of filling and into a spotless dry pool, the water is green! That's what happens when you live in Manhattan and have this "poisonous" water...and they tell us it is safe to drink...I don't think so! I hate for the weekend to end, it has been such a great 3 days. I hope everyone enjoyed their weekends too. If it wasn't for this challenge, I don't think I would have been able to accomplish as much as I did this weekend. I am a believer.
Had a nice day today. Very busy at work so I only got in 30 mins of cardio. Feeling a little under the weather...hope its just needing some sleep. So cold out today. Hard to believe it's end of May. Goodnight. Still believing!
Thanks for the comment Chris. I am glad to hear your foot is feeling better. It's nice to see a familiar face when I am at LifeStage. Enjoy your day and maybe I will see you later!
Woke up today not feeling so great. I actually laid on the couch til 2 P.M. and thought I did not feel good enough to go to the gym. Then Nick says to me..."mom, you cant quit" so, up I was and on the way to the gym. It was hard for me because I didn't eat much more than a few graham crackers & tea so I did not feel very strong. But I am glad I went and glad I have Nick to push me. I find that I'm not sleeping so great and think that is wearing me down. Tired but believing...
I cannot believe it...my son is off to third grade...how did that happen?! He gets older and I never do...at least I don't feel like I do. Today I feel proud of my whole life. What a great day!
I've been talking with others and we are feeling as though we are hitting a "down time". It is about the time I usually bottom out when I "diet". I know this is a life change, not a diet, so I decided that the next few days I'm going to take it a little easy and come 6-01, i'm going to pretend this is just starting. I am going to ask Joe if he can have a seminar...he is such a motivator and I think we ALL need his opinion. I feel like I may have lost my routine and terribly need it back. God bless us all. We have come so far and need to go all the way....Let's do it!!!! I know we all can...Look at us! We are winners! See ya all soon!!!!
Believe in yourself as I know I can believe in myself!
Just got home from a long day. Think I will just take it easy for the remainder of the eve. Believing...
O.k. My "easy days" are over. Tomorrow I am going to go full strength forward ...I actually have my self so psyched that I'm anxious for tomorrow to get here.
So for now...get a goodnight in...Believing in myself that I will succeed at my challenge!
O.K. I'm back on track. I had a great workout with Jeff today. Just shy of two hours. I was sweating so bad that I had to put my head under the sink faucet to cool off. Came home, cut the grass and went to the park with Nick. We had a beautiful day. Believing...
Had a nice day today. Had an easy day at work then went to the gym for another great workout. Ran to the store and bought Nick a new fishing pole, maybe we can go soon; tomorrow if no rain. Otherwise we will go to "Horrorbles" in Berwyn to get
Svengoolie t-shirts. Either way it's exciting. Believing...
Had a relaxing day. Didn't do anything too much. Had a good workout, went to get a fishing liscense and a new pole for myself. Now Nick & I are ready to go fishing. Enjoying life today. Believing...
Have to blog quick, storm rolling in. Had a great day/ workout was cardio but oh man did I work up a sweat...feels so good! Hope it doesn't rain tomorrow...have a fishing pond to hit and don't want to see Nick disappointed. Looking forward to tomorrow & believing!
Hey Chris. Mark said you are waisting away to nothing. I guess that is his way of paying a compliment. I cant afford LifeStage right now, maybe with my stimulous check if I ever get it. I've been dieting and working out a few days a week and I've lost 21 pounds. I wish I was able to go with you guys.
P.S. I am glad you and your son are fishermen. I find fishing very relaxing. Have fun.
Went fishing but it wasn't so great because the pond was over flowing and really ripply. But I did not want to disappoint Nick so I took him anyway. Oh, and did I mention we did not catch anything?! ha! Had a good workout...I think when I get there that I'm not gonna do too much but then I just want to keep going. That's good though. I did have a down fall this afternoon with pizza flavored Gold Fish crackers. They were calling my name from the cabinet and I gave in to them...that's O.K. though. Well, have to go to sleep early because it was a little rough with the storm last night. Believing for today.
Just checking in...Have alot of things to do around here & it's already so late. Believing...
At 5p.m. today we went to mass for our priest who is living the parish this weekend. It was a very emotional time for me. And then...the tornado alarms go off...right in the middle of presentation of gifts to Father. It was so strange because everyone just kept looking at each other. I just began to laugh because I honestly felt so safe there. The next thing I know is that we are all escorted to the basement for 30 minutes...It was the craziest evening I could ever imagine, but it did not change the sadness of Father Tom leaving. Life is so emotional. The tornado did hit 3 miles from the church but thank God we were all safe. Otherwise had an O.K. day. Just really hot and emotional. Believing anyway...
Worked really hard around the house today. Totally exhausted...so til tomorrow, goodnight. Believing.
Checking in early todaty. Have alot to do today and not sure I'll get in early enough later to take care of. Having a good day! Believing...
The weather this morning was so beautiful. I had all the windows open and it felt so lovely. Worked hard around the house again, I hate doing all this "inside" work when you can be outside working...but these things happen. Glad to see some of the group at the gym today. It's nice to see and talk to you. Well, I'll see everyone tomorrow at the seminar...Believing...
I love Joe's seminars. They are always so motivating and today also moving. Thank you Joe for your concern for us. I am glad to have this in my life. Believing...
I wonder tonight why some people like to burst other's bubbles. I work really hard and try to keep up with my home, take care of Nick and worry about finances. Sometimes life is difficult being single but I do the best I can. It hurts my feelings when, for the first time in many, many years I give MYSELF maybe 1-2 hours of time to do something I truly love, and someone has to make some type of comment about how I don't put my priorities in order...I don't get it. But I am not going to let this give me negative feelings where I get guilt, just like we learned about last night, guilt that makes me think I am not doing things I should and change my ways. I will not allow this to go on in my life anymore. There are other options in life and I will choose the way that MY life benefits. So, in end, I have learned to see my options and am thankful that I am now able to choose in a positive way. In other news...I had an *ss kicking workout today. I don't think I have struggled like this since I began. Thank You Lisa...I loved it! Then I came home and cut the grass. Whew...I'm exhausted.
believing....
Keep believing Chris. I miss you. Keep fighting. All is just another day. You have to make yourself first, then you son will prosper too. Take care.
Geez, I almost forgot to check in today. I just came home from seeing "Sex In The City"...that Mr. Big is a hot one! Had a nice today but man are my legs aching from yesterdays workout. Believing...
I saw Sex in the City last night, too! I thought it was terrific. I laughed alot and actually cried in a part or two. I agree on Mr. Big...whole heartedly!!
It would be nice if we could have a few extra hours in the day sometimes. I was working outside after I got off work today and was having alot of fun, pulling out dead bushes, trimming up the peonies, pulling weeds, getting the wirly gigs out of the gutters...and then...it was dark. I sure could have used about 4 more hours. Oh well...Had a nice workout with Jeff this morning, but when I woke up I was not hungry at all so I did not eat and about 90 minutes into the workout I started feeling sick to my stomache...I had to go to work anyway but I was having a good time working out up until then. Today was a nice, productive day. Believing...
Had a nice day today. Went to my Mom's for a barbeque to celebrate my Uncle's birthday. It was nice. Feeling pretty tired right now and can't wait to sleep, so until tomorrow, goodnight. Believing...
Tried spinning again today. It was really good thanks to Lisa's leg workout last week...it really made my legs feel stronger. I really enjoyed todays spin. I enjoyed the spinning and even more the group that was spinning! Having a nice day today!!!
Believing...
I had such a great day today. Nick, my uncle and I went fishing in Braidwood today. We went out on the boat and were catching catfish. The view was so beautiful and there were so many different birds. I just really had a relaxing and enjoyable day and I know it was that way because I have lost weight and have a different outlook on life. More than likely I would not have even gone on the boat if I was still like I was before. I am so proud of my accomplishments this far. Thank you for masking me a believer in myself!
Another beautiful day! but I sure feel exhausted right now so, believe in yourself as I believe in myself!
welcome to the "spin cult" !! It ROCKS! As you do it more and more you will find yourself challenging yourself, instead of just wondering if you will make it through. Get lost in the music and the time flies by.
Had a great day again! Went swimming, washed the bike for Sunday...Did some yard work...blah blah...Now I'm ready to recharge my batteries...so until tomorrow...goodnight and keep believing!!!
Hey Todd...I do love spinning..it does ROCK(even though it was only my second time) and i'll see ya there soon!(i'm trying to get up enough nerve to try Joe's spin)
How fun today was...Nick, my neice Christie & I went to Cicero fest and met Svengoolie. It was so awesome. He gave us signed rubber chickens and Nick made him a great picture & we gave HIM a rubber chicken with a skeleton riding on it. He said he'd put it on the show within the next few months...how funny. Nick was so excited & so was I! It's amazing how much more energy I have to do stuff...before, after working all day, all I'd want to do was to come home & vegetate. Now I just can't wait to do things. Life is so much more awesome!!!!
I am a beliver!
Today was a rough day for me. It was filled with alot of stress & emotion & guilt & fear. I am a better person though and am proud of myself for the outcome of this day. Joe's seminar, in one word; intense. I feel honored to be in the same room as those in the seminar today. I think you are wonderful and brave. That's all I would like to say about that. God Bless us. Looking forward to the challenge tomorrow. Believing whole heartedly today!
WOW!!! What a day. I feel so proud of myself and proud of everyone in the challenge. As much as I see how far I've come in this challenge, I also see how far I have to go, but I am proud of my progress. One thing today is that I have absolutely no appetite after this afternoon. Also, I used to have problems when I would do any strenuous work with my lungs getting gunky and since I started at Lifestage I have not had that happen, but today I had a problem. I had to use the inhaler after I got back to my sisters house./ that was weird for me, but now I feel much better. We Just came home from seeing Kung Fu Panda...It was really a great movie. Highly recommend. So to end this great day, I say Wow...I am a believer!
Kind of strange not fitting the gym into my schedule today. But I appreciate the day off even more because I did not sleep well last night. As tired as I was, I was still tossng at 4 A.M. Isn't that most frustrating?! Anyway...looking forward to no work tomorrow. It will be nice to hang outside all day. Believing...
Did alot of work outside today. Cut grass, had to take out 7 bushes that did not come back this year. But it was great being home & working outside all day. Did "MY" workout today. Had a nice day but am feeling rather tired now. Believing in myself!
I'm sitting here in my room trying to figure out how to get a 71" dresser out of this room by myself...maybe a chainsaw?! Doing most things on my own pretty well, sometimes life throws me a fast ball...this is one of them. But by noon tomorrow, one way or another, it will be gone! Feeling really good today & happy. Had a great day at the gym, alot of sweat & alot of laughs. Most enjoyable! For now, goodnight & I believe!
Wow, what a day. 11 straight hours to clean my house...But it is finally clean. I couldn't stop myself. But it feels good to be in a clean house. The dresser was no problem...it was my worn out king size mattress that was a challenge getting out of here...but it's ready for the trash out in the garage. What a great day, full of energy. Believing...
Geez, I almost forgot to blog tonight. I had such a great day today and I hate for it to end. Believing...
Just got home from my cousin's daughter's 8th birthday party. Every day just seems so much better, more alive. I have so much happiness inside. Believing...
Another great day today. Nick & I went to see Wall E/ very cute movie. We went & played at the park until the rain came, went for ice-cream and then grocery shopping. We had a really nice day together. I am so happy at how far I have come since the challenge started, I do so many things now that I never did before, like the park: playing on the equipment with Nick. I would never have gone down a slide or on a swing three months ago. I am enjoying my life so much more! I am so happy that this has happened to me!
Believing...
Hard to believe another month is over. The weather does not make it feel like July is coming whatsoever. Had a busy day at work, then put in 1 1/2 hours at Lifestage. Came home & sat with my neighbors awhile. Had a good day. Believing...
O.K. all those great days in a row finally have caught up with me. I am feeling really tired right now. So until the morning, goodnight...Believeing
I keep thinking today is Friday. I'm even trying to watch things I watch on Friday nights on the T.V. Did not sleep really good last night, and wasnt feeling my old chipper self today. So I think I will get ready for bed now. Looking forward to the weekend and believing...
Chris, Mark had to work today and could not make it to decorate. I understand from reading some blogs that the float was not decorated. When and where is it going to take place. I will see you in the morning. Blog me back or call me at 773-450-5920. Thanks.
Today I felt alot of tension at the gym. It was weird. All day I have been reflecting on this situation. This is how I feel and do not mean to offend any one so please do not take it personal...it's just my feeling and I am not afraid to share it. I remember seeing the ad in the paper for the challenge. I threw it away. The next day I decided I was going to try out: not for any prizes but for myself. I have been "on a diet" for 30+ years and I thought maybe this was my chance. I was very nervous, for the interview & after being chosen, to start this whole thing. Not once have I ever thought of quitting. I did not do this for any other purpose but to get help: help that was so graciously offered to me and I am most thankful for this opportunity. I did not do this to be a social butterfly, to meet friends(but find it a bonus if I have made some) or come to just hang out. I came to help myself with the help of Joe & his staff. If the challenge suddenly ended tomorrow, I would be proud of myself and how far I've come. And I think everyone should be proud.
If we all remember the beginning of this, when we all stood around waiting to be photographed, we all were looking at each other, wondering "what's that person's story?' We all had opinions of each other by the time of narrowing down to eight. Are those opinions the same now? I'm sure they are much different now that we know each other more. So all I want to say really in ending is this... We all have come very far. We only have about eight weeks left and some of us will not see one another any longer. Why not try, as a group of people who came here for one thing, to get healthy for ourselves, get along? Let's help each other out, in a positive environment, to succeed at what we came here for. I have NEVER felt better in my life so I feel like I have already become a winner. Let's all be winners together. I think we are all great. Believe in yourself like I have learned to believe in myself!!
Keep believing and leading by example! We are all on a journey, the key is to enjoy it along the way. Thanks for sharing your thoughts and being positive
I had such a super excellent day today starting with that fun parade. I had so much fun with everyone there today! I went fishing. Nick pooped out after about 20 minutes and went inside my sisters house & took a nap. I honestly dont think he's done that since being an infant. I caught so many HUGE catfish and lost 4 lines too. What a great time. Watched more fireworks than we could keep up with. It was truly a fabulous day! Believing...
Had a really busy day today at work. Alot of funeral work, usually a quiet day after the 4th sohad to get an early start to pik up at the wholesaler. Had a really nice day none the less. Yesterday my sister and I took a bike ride together. It was a nice trip; we were talking how we probably hadn't done that in 30 years. See how this has changed my life, it's amazing and feels so great!
believing...
While I was driving to the gym this morning, I was planning my workout since I had abot 1 3/4 hours to kill. I walked through the door and heard Joe say "Grab a bike Chris!" They had been spinning over an hour and I grabbed a bike. 50 minutes worth. I have been petrified to do a "Joe spin' but ya know what, I loved it. Even if I didn't do the whole 2 hours. I may have to get there earlier next Sunday. Enjoyed the rest of the day too. Washed the dog, went swimming a little and relaxed. Really enjoyed this July 4TH weekend!!!! Believing...
Had a strange mood swinging kind of day today. I was great this morning (even though I forgot my lunch at home & had to have a salad) but around 2 p.m. I just sank. I was just irritable. So I left work around 4 & went to spin with Rene. It was a great, sweaty workout & now I'm feeling better. My neice is staying with me a few days...keeps Nick really occupied. Now we are going to watch "Cujo" the movie about the crazy rabid dog. I wonder if anyone will go by Sally our dog after that?! Ha! I took them to Jewel to buy a few groceries and told them they could pick out a few snacks: it was sickening at what they picked. It wasn't long ago though that I too would have picked most of that. But i'll let them have their fun for a few days. So, off to watch the movie...Believing...
Went to Lifestage early today. It was great to see Kristen. I haven't seen much of her. I was on the treadmill and these two people were walking up to the door and I said to Stacey, "those people look familiar" and she says "they were on the Biggest Loser" And here I thought I knew them persoanlly! I am a constant junky of the show so I feel as though I do know them in a way. It was Jackie & Dan. It was awesome to see them. I guess they joined the gym yesterday. How fun!!! I did a some classes today and had a great workout. Then I came home & relaxed. I actually had a 60 minute nap. ahhh. It was sure nice. . . Now I am going to relax more in front of the T.V. Goodnight, Believing...
Had another great day & workout today. I have met so many wonderful & kind people at Lifestage. It is really a great time when you go there. Finding this month to be flying by...slow down, please! Believing...
Sitting here irritated by my t.v. because I have Dish and once again NO SIGNAL. It is most frustrating.
I had a good quick workout today/ treadmill & bike. Had some alone time shopping for birthday presents. Was nice. For now, goodnight/ Believing...
My post from last night is still under the post a comment spot and I wonder why that happens. Anyway, had a quick 30 minute workout but was O.K. with that. It was so hot today and I needed to cut the grass so when I got home this evening I did that and fertilized. It's been about 3 weeks since I last cut it but it sure looks crappy this year. Nothing really is growing so great and I think it was because the ground was so cold way into May. But it is nice to have color everywhere. Having a good week & hoping the weekend stays the same. Believing...
Having a cheat day. It's unbelievable that I use to eat like this everyday of my life. I ate all this crap today that I had a taste for and now I am truly sick to my stomache. Thanks, but no thanks. Even after being a pig today, I believe in myself more.
Did spin with Joe this morning then spent the early afternoon with my dear friend Lavaonne.We went to the Farmer's Market & I was kind of disappointed. I don't know if it was late & some people pulled out already or what. It was my first time there and I guess I thought it would be like in the movie "you've Got Mail' when they go to the market & theres all kinds of fruit & flowers. Well it wasn't like that at all. There was blueberries & cherries, alot of plants and alot of sick smelling food cooking. I don't see myself heading back any time soon. Anyway I feel a little stressed out the rest of today, I just can't wait to go to sleep. So goodnight. Keep believing...
Had a pretty nice day today. Had a nice workout too. It was enjoyable & fun & had a some good laughs with
Kim. Feeling kind of tired right now. Believing...
Worked outside in the yard trimming bushes/; 67 of them.. It was an unbelievable workout!
7 hours worth. It was absolutely horrible! But I was able to do it all in one day which was great! Scratch that chore from my list! Looking forward to tomorrow, Nick's birthday & he is so excited. Believing...
Busy, Busy, long day today but a most beautiful & fun day. Spent all day with Nick for his birthday doing whatever he wanted. Now I am exhausted. Back to work & workout tomorrow! Believing...
This heat is really taking its toll on me. I am so tired today & really have, all day, had a hard time catching my breath. Working out was extremely frustrating for me because I felt like I could not do the simplest of things. That's all I have to say today. Goodnight & even though I feel this way...I believe!
I am so thankful it rained today and broke the heat some. It made it easier to "exhist" today. I had a good workout. Now I'm going to relax for the remainder of the evening. Believing...
Woke up late today but was able to get some cardio in. Last day of work today, now i'm off for 8 days. Yipee! well, I'm watching Svengooli & the Tarantuala so I have to go. Believing...
See you Wednesday at 5:30 for spin...right? :) ... will be about 70 mins.
Hey Todd, save me a bike...I'll be there!
Had a nice day today at my sister's house. She had a little dinner for Nick's B-day because she was in Disney on his birthday & is going to Dor County next weekend when his party is. Had a nice day but am miserable right now with a migraine. I'm ready to scream. anyway, had a good sweaty workout today too. that's all for now. Believing...
Stayed around the house today, was going to go fishing but the rain threw that off this morning and then I didn't much feel like it. Took a spin class & then came home to clean up the spider infested garage. It was so sick. Spiders of every species. I have to finish in the morning because it got too dark & the electric isn't working in there so no lights. I'm really tired now. I'm sure i'll dream about spiders...til tomorrow, believing...
I am really tired today, drained of energy. Did some things around the house but everything seemed to take so long. Then I went to the gym for one those "I don't feel worthy of a signature" workouts. Did a little shopping and here I am. Going to a waterpark tomorrow, the first time ever. Before I started this challenge, Nick used to ask me if I would get stuck in the tubes...well, today I feel like I just might make it through! HA! Still believing...
I had the most awesome day today...had a blast at the water park (even though I was scarred to go down/ the tubes were so much higher than I'd ever imagined) and I did not get stuck! Nick had so much fun I hated to have to leave. We plan on going back soon. Did spinning with Todd, it was a great spin...thanks Todd. I feel so much more energized today and happy and feel so full of life, like a song I heard today with the line "Like I'm living someone elses life" That's how I feel. I feel so different than I did 4 months ago! I am believing...
I'm not sure why I watch the news...it's so depressing with our economy, job cuts, increase in food prices, murder..it's sickening. I had a pretty nice day today, we went to visit my uncle & aunt in Evergreen. We had a nice visit. Our sunburns from yesterday are painful today...we look like tomatoes on our backs & shoulders. went to the gym for about 45 minutes then came home and cut the grass, twice. It was so long so I cut it once without the bagger & the second time with the bagger. It's actually easier to do it that way otherwise I'd have to empty the bag every 2 tracks. But it sure looks nice now. Well, it's time for me to go to sleep. believing...
I am just about ready for Nick's party. Now I just have to cross my fingers for no rain. I had a good day overall today. I'm looking forward to seeing many people I have not seen in a while. believing...
Can't stay on, just checking in. My niece is here sleeping on the couch so I have to get off here quick so she can have my room to sleep in...I get the couch...lucky me. believing...
Oh my goodness, I am so tired. The last guest just left and I have to do a liitle clean up. The party was a success. Til tomorrow, believing...
I havent felt this crappy since before the challenge started. I just feel so "icky" today and I know its a combination of only getting 9 hours sleep between the last two nights and having a strange feeling of a pull and soreness on my lower back. Its frustrating and I hate the way I feel...Hopefully in the morning i'll feel like my new self again.
I scheduled my son's birthday party around the gym, that's the least I could do. "I" contacted the top to ask if anything would be scheduled on 7-27 because I needed to have a party for my son but did not want to have it fall on a challenge day. "I" was willing to schedule his party around a challenge. No one called me to see what I had planned on any specific day. I took the initiative to make sure I did not have a conflict with scheduling. If it is important,I contacted them four weeks ago. Why do these stories start? This life change is incredibly important to me. I am willing to work around a gift that was graciously offered to me.
Take a deep breath :) and for the back make sure you tell Joe about it, he will most likely give you the thumb when he stretches you out but it WILL help. Keep Believing!
Had a nice day today. Just checking in...and I still am believing!!!:)
Had a nice relaxing morning and afternoon. Had a great workout.Believing in myself...
Had a nice day today, spent it with Nick out & about. Had a good cardio workout and now I'm getting ready to head to bed. Believing...
8/1 Awwww....Chris, thank you so much for Stephanie's gift, she will be thrilled to add them to her collection. Stay cool Chris, it's going to be a hot one!
Wow, what a rough day. I started the day with my mom, took her to get an epideral in her back for pain, she had surgery in April and it actually, made her pain worse...I feel sorry for her, she can hardly walk. then I hit this monster pot hole 3 weeks ago. Since then my front end has been shaking so I knew I needed new tires and I headed to Sears to get 2 new front tires. I go to pick up my van and my rear has a spare.Why??? because both my passenger side rims are bent and cracked. The back one was extremely dangerous and the man says he cannot believe the tire was not flat & I did not have a major problem while driving. Thank God. It's funny because I had a sick feeling something was really wrong and I should not be driving it...funny how you get that feeling. To make matters the most horrible is the amount of two rims...It's sad. I don't know.
I worked out a tiny amount today, due to the heat & my lower back ache. I wish it would stop.
It is putting a toll on my mind and my body. but I am still believing... Here's to extra days at the gym...
What an absolutely lovely weather day. I really enjoyed the break in the heat. Got my car all fixed: thanks to my uncle and the junk yard it was one quarter of the price. phewf!I have decided that I am a computer dummy. I tried to set up a new computer with DSL at work and it took me hours...but it is going! So I guess that's good.
Cut the grass when I got home, it was really long so it was not such a good time out there. Well, for now...believing...
I cannot believe how quickly this year is going by. I'm sad at how fast the summer has gone by. Today was a beautiful day, cleaned the inside of my van out. Spent the entire day outside. I wanted to go to spin this morning but my 15 minute nap turned into 2 hours...so I missed it. Maybe I can catch it tomorrow. Time to go to sleep, believing...
I cannot believe how quickly this year is going by. I'm sad at how fast the summer has gone by. Today was a beautiful day, cleaned the inside of my van out. Spent the entire day outside. I wanted to go to spin this morning but my 15 minute nap turned into 2 hours...so I missed it. Maybe I can catch it tomorrow. Time to go to sleep, believing...
Just checking in. Hope all are safe. Believing....in the storm!
Had a relaxing morning at home and then headed off to the gym for a few hours. Worked on arms then took one of Lisa's classes which was a great workout. It's too bad I do not have good coordination...it's actually funny at how hard it is for me to catch on. I just hope I didn't irritate any one else. When I feel like I can't keep up on my willpower, nothing does more good for me than a couple hours working out. I'm thankful I have this! Believing I have willpower!
Todd's spin class was awesome today. Two great sweaty days in a row! Afterwards, Nick & I went to have dinner by the New Lenox village hall and ended up staying for the movie in the park; Beetlejuice". What a great way to spend an evening but I was really cold because my hair was still soaked. But it was a really relaxing time. Now i'm exhuasted so goodnight. believing...
Doesn't seem like my post published so here I go again... Todds class was awesome today. Two sweaty days in a row. Afterwards, Nick & I went to have dinner by the New Lenox village hall and the pond, and ended up staying for the movie in the park; "Beetlejuice". It was a wonderful and relaxing evening under the beautiful sky. We really enjoyed it. I was a little cold though. Now I'm exhausted. So goodnight for now... still believing.
I've been really tired all day today and have had a splitting headache. Just can't wait to go to sleep. Believing...
Doesnt seem the blog is working correctly. 2nd post for 8-7-8.
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I had a good day today. Nice day at work then went to the gym for a great workout with Jeff...great to see him back. Came home & cut the grass: it was so long again. Sometimes I just wish I lived in a townhouse. Anyway, have the evening alone so I'm going to relax for the remaining few hours of today. Believing...
Second blog for 8-08-08\ not sure whats happening.
Woke up late today so I only could get in a quick treadmill walk. Had a nice day at work and am working on eating better since I've been having trouble lately. Looking forward to tomorrow....believing...
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Thanks Chris for taking care of Mark.
WOW! What a day. This challenge was all over the place. Truly a hard one. I'm proud of myself and everyone for keeping up even though at times I wasn't sure I could. Can we believe what we did today? Beats sitting on the couch like I did FOREVER. This challenge shows where the weaknesses are for sure. You think you are strong enough but then you see there is so much more to do. But I look forward to working on "the so much more". Thanks for kicking my butt today Joe! Believing...
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I am so tired right now that I can't even see this screen. I have to go to sleep. But I am a believer...
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I feel like my old self again today. I was really dragging yesterday afternoon into the evening. I had a really great day today, it was so beautiful outside.
Nick got his new hamster today. We were at the animal shelter at opening time but "chubsy" was already adopted out so we headed to Petco to find a different one. We now have a new "chubsy" and right now he is rolling all over the house in his excercise ball. It is very cute. Went to the gym for about an hour late afternoon then came home and sat with my wonderful neighbors awhile. I enjoyed this day. believing...
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Just got home from the movie in the park. Thought it would be rained out but it didnt...had a nice time. Sorry to see it's the last one for the summer. Trying to work out some personal issues today which made me a little late for Todd's spin class but I got in one hour. He does a great class! Even the speed spinning! And he adds in some country. Last Thursday off tomorrow, can't believe the summer is ending...it really slipped away. Oh well. Nothing one can do. Going in for Lisa's 4:30 tomorrow, til then, believing...
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thanks for the liking the class- you know I really care.
The country is a good mix, most of the music has some message to it which makes you get lost in it.
Keep up the great work!
Today was a very positive day for me. Many years ago I was attracted to this man I run into at least 1 time a month. Nothing ever came of it because I did not feel any confidence and I know he wasn't attracted to me. Today I seen him for the first time in about 2 months, he asked me about my elbow cuts and I told him about the challenge. Here's the kicker...he says I wanted to say something but didn't know what to say. Then he says I look totally different and awesome. There's a nice compliment huh? But now I wonder (because he told me he was dating again...not sure if that was an offer) how I feel about that if he does ask me on a date. I am the same person on the inside except I do have more confidence . Now that I look better it's O.K. for a date? This is stumping me...I mean it is a" what if he asks"...We'll see. The gym was really hard to breathe in today so I cut my workout a little shorter than I wanted to. Then I had to come home & cut the grass AGAIN! Now I am ready for bed. Today was a good day. Believing...
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I am having a very "blah" day.When I look at how I've lived my last 16 years it makes me sick. Not even worth the effort of thinking about right now. All I can do is move forward, right?! believing is a little hard but, at least I believe in one thing...
I didn't sleep so well last night, woke up, did 15 mins at the gym, then went to work. Now I'm extremely tired, just hope sleeping comes a little easier today. Have to have a good talk with myself to get my emotions in check, alot going on and it's getting in my "mental way". Believing...
Hey Chris, this is Pat. Have you seen Olga. I noticed that she isn't blogging. She Okay?
Mark says your looking real good and that your ass is smaller than mine. Good work girl. I've been working seven days a week for the last two and a half weeks. I was hoping to see you at the challenge coming up but I'll probably be working. Good Luck and keep believing.......
Had a nice day at my moms house today, sat on the deck and read a book that I have been at for over a year. A few more days and i'll be done. Had a nice workout today and it always cracks me up to see 4-5 of us challengers there while I am. Not too many others were there today but it must be because it was later or that it was so beautiful outside. I'll be there for spin tomorrow...Believing...
Couldn't make it for spin today because work was busy with funeral work for a really great business man, George Drakos from the Auto Clinic who died suddenly Saturday. It started my day off on such a sad note...his family was so sad when they came in. Life is so unpredictable. Went to the gym for 30 mins., now I'm home dreading the schedule change for school starting tomorrow. I'll miss Nick, I got accustomed to him being home. Well, for now... believing
Thanks Chris. I appreciate your comment. He is going to be so happy in his apartment...they must feel like kings after two years in the dorms. I am excited for him. Hope to see you soon. I am going to try and make Todd's class at 5:15, Wednesday.
I dont really have much to say...I'm just sitting here staring at the box. So... believing...
Boy, I dont know what is wrong with me. By this time everyday I am absolutely wiped out. Nick just told me I have bags under my eyes...he says "wanna go shopping?" He cracks me up. Loved the spin class today, again. Thanks Todd for the great class. I felt really energized when I left there and then I just sank. Who knows. Well, goodnight. Back in tomorrow late afternoon. believing...
It's going to be a LONG year with Nick and his homework. I could scream already and it's only week one! He is so stubborn with me and his papers. I really dread it. I want to help him but he is so cranky when he has to sit there. Anyone want to come over every night to help?! Had a good workout on arms, but felt the pressure in my hands after a while so I sat & chatted on the bike: always a good time. Til tomorrow..
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Today I had a really strange day with my feelings. Today was a day that I just couldnt wait to get home. After work, running to the store and stopping (and I really mean STOPPING) at the gym I came home and cleaned my house. It needed it. Now I'm getting ready for bed. A few more days and some much needed days off work. I'll finally have a little time by myself. I'm looking forward to that. Believing...
A much more liveable day today. Had a good morning at the gym, a great, busy day at work so it flew by (which leaves me one more before I'm off) and now I'm home relaxing and watching Flubber with Nick. My feelings are more intact today and I feel like I'm getting a grip on my screwed up emotions. To sum it up...I'm feeling pretty darn great today! believing...
Thanks Chris! I did end up running longer than planned but I stuck to my guns even when Jeff gave me "the face." No Jeff today!!!
Man was I sick all night. Had some chinese food that didnt taste quite right but ate it anyway. (I should have known it was no good when the dog just sniffed the piece that fell on the floor and then went and laid down!) Dont think I'll be eating that anymore in this lifetime. I was miserable til around 2 P.M. today. It sure was beautiful outside today. Had a really enjoyable day none the less. One more work day...I can't wait! Believing...
Finally, The beginning of 10 lovely days off work. I am excited to have time to do some things I want to do on my own schedule. Seven hours to myself without hearing "hey Mom..." That will be different. Had a nice time at spin even though if felt kind of rough today...Lisa was like a mad woman! Tried to find a bike partner for a long ride tomorrow but schedules were full...that's too bad. Maybe another time. Anyway, I am really looking forward to my vacation...so I'm going to get ready for bed so I can start my first day of "all to myself". believing in more than usual...
How fun we are all going to get a makeover...maybe I will no longer have bushy eyebrows! I'm looking forward to this pampering!I had a nice day today. Pretty relaxing. Today was a very positive day for me personally too. I feel like everything is finally beginning to go smoothly. I am thankful. Didnt get that bike ride in... maybe tomorrow. Believing alot today...
First...Todd, I'm sorry I missed your spin class. I feel like something is missing from my day. With being on vacation this week, I have been going earlier to the gym. Hopefully I'll catch ya next week. Had a nice day again. It's nice to have a break from the everyday routine. I took my bike for a ride today, it was fun but my bike is just wrong. When I pedal my heel is actually what is on there, not my front foot. I wish you could trade in your bike like a car...I'd do it tomorrow.
It's funny how my whole "being" has changed, not only my appearance. I finally feel like I could be in a relationship without having the low self esteem. It's been a long time since I've even felt like dating so I'm excited to get some emotions back. Not dating was a big part because I was so busy trying to raise Nick and didn't want to get involved with someone with the possibility of them leaving (which is what happens) because not only would it affect me but it would affect Nick too. I think we are both o.k. with the possibility with someone new in our life. Now we'll have to see where this takes us in the future. I don't know about the rest of the challengers but don't you feel more confident in life because of all of this? I sure do. I am proud to have been part of this life change! Believing...
Chris, I'm so happy for you, it sounds like everything is falling into place for you.
I also feel very proud and blessed to call myself "a challenger".
Stacey
Chris, I definatly have much more confidence since starting in April. I was so intimidated to work out in a room with a bunch of people watching me. Now I am bummed if there isn't a big gruop of friends in the gym to encourage me. Joe told me that my soul is shining through now. I feel so much better. You should definatly let your heart open to new relationships. I did, and I have never been happier. I had to get through alot of frogs to find my Prince for my second time around!
I had a wonderful workout with Rene this morning. I haven't worked with her in along time. She had me doing stuff I never did before, like reverse crunches...It took me about 20 minutes to do 30 of them, O.K. maybe 26. It was funny to me. Here I thought I was getting pretty good at this. HA! It was great to have her there today.
Had a good day but did alot of driving this evening and my eyes are pooped. Sometimes I wish I could just soak my eye balls. Took my bike out today and realize I do hate it. I'm going to have to get a new one. I keep forgeting about my poster for Sunday, I'll have to do it tomorrow. Well, I think I'll head off to sleep. Believing...
Just hanging around the house today going through my closet and things like that. Heading to the gym soon. Thought I'd blog before I go so I can hang out more this evening. Believing...
spin with Todd - labor day 10:30am :)
Had a good day today. Didnt do much of anything. Took a walk to the forest preserve, did a little shopping (got some great end of the season bargains on clothes for Nick next summer) and fell asleep watching tv...that doesnt happen too often. Now my stress level of dealing with an 8 year old is up and I feel wiped out: mentally & physically. So I'm going to call it an early evening (unless the Manhattan area is partying too much too late, They do love Labor Day around here for late night partying.) I'll see everyone tomorrow. It's hard to believe it's the last mandatory day...It's become such a way of life...
Believing...
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