I am so happy that the weekend is here. It was a hectic week and I’m happy to have a weekend filled with down time that I can spend doing whatever I want. I actually have a few things that I want to get done around here, and I’m feeling very tired this morning. Of course, it’s my fault since I stayed up late talking to Samantha, and then watched the first episode of this seasons Survivor. I think I fell asleep not long after that and woke up with an infomercial on about how to prevent hair loss. I think that was somewhere around 4:30, so I knew it was time to stumble to bed and get some real sleep and not just doze on and off on the sofa. Woke up again at 6 when Marcel came home, and went back to sleep without much effort. I’m excited to see what the weekend brings.
February 13, 2010
February 12, 2010
Gettin’ Grateful-
In the midst of all my busyness, I’ve still had many great things happen this week, and those definitely don’t go unnoticed. I’m grateful for all that happens in my life, even the not so great stuff- (and there’s been a little of that this week as well) because I know it serves a purpose and teaches me something.
SO, with all that in mind, I’ll share just a few of the things that I’m grateful for not only today, but this week.
My Gratitude List for February 12, 2010.
Today I’m Grateful For:
- The beautiful bouquet of roses that Marcel gave me yesterday as an early Valentine’s Day present.
- Receiving the package of steel-cut oats and Coffee-Mate that mom and dad sent me.
- Phone calls and notes with my BFF’s.
- The fact that JJ is much smarter than I ever gave him credit for.
- Being on the end of a work week and starting the weekend.
- Snow Days.
- The fact that there are natural acne treatments out there.
- Chocolate velvet coffee
- The new season of Survivor starting again
- Dinner reservations at one of Jamie Oliver’s restaurants.
Hormonal BreakOut
Well, while I’m on a rambling kick, I may as well talk about this hormonal thing I’ve got going on. I think I mentioned a while back about how I thought I was going through the early stages of menapause, and even though I haven’t mentioned it much as of late, that’s still the case. Luckily for those around me the emotions don’t seem to be as bad, but my face breaks out so bad sometimes that I think I could use a acne solution. Right now is one of those times, and in two days Marcel and I are having dinner at one of Jamie Olivers restaurant for Valentine’s Day. I hope the make up will cover it- especially since I wanted to take a picture of the two of us together.
Does anyone else around my age have these break out issues?
Rambles on Aging
I can tell that it has been a long few weeks for me, because now that I am actually having the extra time to sit and write, all I tend to do is ramble about this, that or the other. This week has been stressful in more than one way, and I’m happy to see that it has ended. I think the stress has taken a toll though, because after looking in the mirror tonight, I told Marcel I could use an anti aging product. He laughed and said if anyone doesn’t look their age it’s me, and while he could be right- lately I feel as though I’m starting to age. I know, it’s better than not having the opportunity to age at all, but I guess a part of me thought that I was timeless. Obviously I was wrong. A friend of mine says she fights aging with getting a chemical peel every now and then, but I just don’t think I can take that route. What about you?
Kick Starting
Things have been so hectic the past couple of weeks that I really haven’t been updating the way that I’d like, or also the way that I really need to do. I’ve still been struggling to find the motivation to ‘just do it’, and have been reading articles and information about things such as hgh pills and many other forms of weight loss tools. I am still convinced that the way I’ve lost all the weight to date is the only way to go, at least for me, but others may think differently.
February 11, 2010
I Need a Kick in the Pants
I’m not sure why, but I’m still struggling to get myself back on the work out track. I’m doing really well with my eating, but I can’t seem to force myself to get on that elliptical. My intentions are good, and I keep telling myself to ‘just do it’, but then I find other things to busy myself with and I don’t do it.
I know that in order to get rid of this 40 pounds before we head home for the holidays that working out is going to have to be a part of the equation. I feel motivated, at least until I actually get ready to work out. I can’t really expect to be an example to anyone else if I’m not walking the walk. Anyone want to give me a kick in the pants?
February 6, 2010
Gratitude- February 6, 2010
Life has been a blur the last week and a half with first Marcel being sick, and me getting sick not long after. We celebrated our wedding anniversary, spent a day thinking about the anniversary of Marcel’s brothers death, which was five years ago on the 4th. Today, we spent the day celebrating the birthday’s of two very special people.
There have been ups and downs lately, as it is with the ebb and flow of life. On the whole, life is fabulous. Every breath is something to celebrate.
My Gratitude List for February 6, 2010.
Today I’m Grateful For:
- Spending the afternoon with Pieter, Bobbi, Carrie Ruud and of course, Marcel.
- My oats, which mom and diddy mailed to me yesterday.
- Mom and diddy, for getting my oats in the mail.
- Reservations for Valentine’s Day at a restaurant I’ve been wanting to visit for a while.
- A safe trip to and from Carrie and Ruuds’ today.
February 5, 2010
Time Flies
I can’t believe that it has been five days since I’ve last posted here. I would love to say that I’ve been having so much fun that I haven’t had time to write anything, but I would be lying. Truth is, I had a nasty little flu bug that got me down for a few days. I’m pretty sure it was one in the same that Marcel had about a week prior to me getting sick.
I am happy to report that it came and went pretty quickly, and even though I’m not at 100%, I’m feeling much, much better.
Marcel has the next few days off, and he’s promised to do a few things around here, such as have a peek at the kitchen faucet which has become loose and is driving me bonkers. He’s also planning to work on the garage flooring so that he can move forward with his plans to put a boxing bag in the garage in the next few months. He thinks it will help him vent his frustrations from time to time. Maybe he’s right.
February 1, 2010
Gratitude- February 1, 2010
It’s hard to believe that we’ve flown through the first month of January and we have entered the door of February. So far, I’m happy with the way that this year is going, and I’m looking forward to all the possibilities that await and will make this a great year.
My Gratitude List for February 1, 2010.
Today I’m Grateful For:
- Marcel for doing the dishes and vacuuming the floor today when he knew I didn’t feel like doing it.
- Having groceries in house, even though I probably shouldn’t have got out to get them.
- The little nap I took earlier, which obviously my body needed.
- Rich, dark coffee.
- Tylenol- without it I don’t know how I would have survived these last few days.
I Knew Better than to Get Out
I saw the sun today for about a half an hour, but even though there was a little sun, I still didn’t feel like doing much, so I haven’t. I debated back and forth whether to go to the doc today, but decided finally to wait and see how I feel in the morning.
Instead, I decided that I would get out and quickly do some grocery shopping, since having the ls2208 at one of the stores makes it easier to shop. Unfortunately, it started snowing when I walked out the door and the wind picked up, making it for a unpleasant experience for someone who is already feeling bad.
The rest of the day has been spent doing nothing, and unless I have a miracle healing tonight, I’ll be going to the doctor tomorrow. What a great way to spend my 6 year anniversary.