Today was an interesting day. I plan to add pictures soon. In a few days, I will be 18 months out and it's been a good ride.
I went into my office and people literally didn't know who I was; I was so afraid of letting my previous team mates see me, but it wasn't that bad. I've been working from home for the last 2 years, and I haven't seen these peoples.
I really need to work on not being concerned about what others think of me. I'm not there yet. I was really stressing about it.
No matter how much weight you lose, it doesn't fix everything. I am a work in progress.
Wednesday, May 27, 2009
Monday, May 25, 2009
We did it
So, Saturday morning, the kid and I headed to Kennesaw Mountain Park to walk up the mountain. As I previously stated, I was not necessarily looking forward to taking my daughter but it turned out well. It was drizzling rain on our way up and I prayed that the rain would hold off until we finish....and it did.
She did very well. I was so proud of her. We may do it again on Saturday. The city of Woodstock is having a choice4kids 5k to educate parents and kids on childhood obesity and I really want to take her to that...so we will see what happens.
Today is a day of relaxation for me. While my daughter is trying to get me to take her to the pool in our subdivision, I plan on taking a break and "chillin out".
Later this afternoon, we will go over to my sisters house for dinner, then back to work tomorrow.
Since I work from home and my kid is out of school; we will spend this week getting into our summer routine. Our children's ministry at church is having a pool party to kick off the summer; it's on Thursday afternoon. So, I've worked out a plan to take my daughter to the pool party and work also.
I would like her to attend basketball camp, but I'm apprehensive about the camps because I don't personally know the people involved...and the kids are grouped with older kids. I personally don't agree with 7 yr olds being grouped with 13 yrs old kids. So, I will keep looking.
One more thought, out bible class lesson yesterday was about "discipleship". This was a very sobering lesson that convicted me. If you recall me mentioning in my last post, that I didn't feel like I was participating in life...well, our lesson reintegrated that but for different reasons. I will continue to share my thoughts on this as I meditate on this.
She did very well. I was so proud of her. We may do it again on Saturday. The city of Woodstock is having a choice4kids 5k to educate parents and kids on childhood obesity and I really want to take her to that...so we will see what happens.
Today is a day of relaxation for me. While my daughter is trying to get me to take her to the pool in our subdivision, I plan on taking a break and "chillin out".
Later this afternoon, we will go over to my sisters house for dinner, then back to work tomorrow.
Since I work from home and my kid is out of school; we will spend this week getting into our summer routine. Our children's ministry at church is having a pool party to kick off the summer; it's on Thursday afternoon. So, I've worked out a plan to take my daughter to the pool party and work also.
I would like her to attend basketball camp, but I'm apprehensive about the camps because I don't personally know the people involved...and the kids are grouped with older kids. I personally don't agree with 7 yr olds being grouped with 13 yrs old kids. So, I will keep looking.
One more thought, out bible class lesson yesterday was about "discipleship". This was a very sobering lesson that convicted me. If you recall me mentioning in my last post, that I didn't feel like I was participating in life...well, our lesson reintegrated that but for different reasons. I will continue to share my thoughts on this as I meditate on this.
Friday, May 22, 2009
Talking about Marathons
I am so looking forward to this 3 day weekend. My weekend seems to go by so quickly. There's so much to do. I plan to get a pedicure in the morning. That's "my time".
I had every intention of going to support group last night. Something always come up. I had to take my Dad to the womb center at Kennestone Hosp so I worked late to make up the time.
Today was the last day of school for my 7 year old and I think I'm more excited than she is about that. I don't have big plans for the summer. I have to keep expenses down. But I will work on something special for my daughter's birthday in July.
Before my surgery, I was training for a marathon and I had gotten up to 11-13 miles per week. Well, I haven't done much in that area since 2007. Today I decided to get started again.
I want to complete a 1/2 marathon before the end of this year. I know I can walk one but I want to run most of the race and that will require much training. So, tonight, I went to www.active.com and selected several 5k races to participate in and to get me started.
Prior to my surgery, I trained with www.getfitatlanta.com. It was a really good program, but they train on Saturday mornings in west cobb and it's not convenient for me. They have a team that trains in the Kennesaw area but they meet on Sundays and I can't make that commitment because I go to church on Sundays. It cost me $125.00 several years ago to join the training program; but, I'm not sure how much it cost now.
Maybe next year, I can train with them. I selected three 5k races. I need to add a couple of 10k races to get me ready for the Silver Comet 1/2 Marathon at the end of October.
I'm posting this to keep me honest. I have not done a good job of consistently exercising since my surgery.
I don't remember if I mentioned that I was diagnosed with pneumonia a couple of months ago and was told not to exercise until they found out what was going on. My lung doctor told me that it was OK to exercise if I felt like it....and I do feel like it. I went for a walk in my neighborhood yesterday with my daughter and dog. It was nice.
I'm thinking about walking up Kennesaw Mountain in the morning. I really need to take my 7 year old but it's not as relaxing with her because she complains and she wants to stop a lot; but I know I need to take her so she can learn to like it. We'll see how that goes...
I don't want to look back and regret not taking advantage of the time that I have. I read other people blogs and they seem to be living life to the fullest. I am not quite there yet but I have a desire to do so.
I had every intention of going to support group last night. Something always come up. I had to take my Dad to the womb center at Kennestone Hosp so I worked late to make up the time.
Today was the last day of school for my 7 year old and I think I'm more excited than she is about that. I don't have big plans for the summer. I have to keep expenses down. But I will work on something special for my daughter's birthday in July.
Before my surgery, I was training for a marathon and I had gotten up to 11-13 miles per week. Well, I haven't done much in that area since 2007. Today I decided to get started again.
I want to complete a 1/2 marathon before the end of this year. I know I can walk one but I want to run most of the race and that will require much training. So, tonight, I went to www.active.com and selected several 5k races to participate in and to get me started.
Prior to my surgery, I trained with www.getfitatlanta.com. It was a really good program, but they train on Saturday mornings in west cobb and it's not convenient for me. They have a team that trains in the Kennesaw area but they meet on Sundays and I can't make that commitment because I go to church on Sundays. It cost me $125.00 several years ago to join the training program; but, I'm not sure how much it cost now.
Maybe next year, I can train with them. I selected three 5k races. I need to add a couple of 10k races to get me ready for the Silver Comet 1/2 Marathon at the end of October.
I'm posting this to keep me honest. I have not done a good job of consistently exercising since my surgery.
I don't remember if I mentioned that I was diagnosed with pneumonia a couple of months ago and was told not to exercise until they found out what was going on. My lung doctor told me that it was OK to exercise if I felt like it....and I do feel like it. I went for a walk in my neighborhood yesterday with my daughter and dog. It was nice.
I'm thinking about walking up Kennesaw Mountain in the morning. I really need to take my 7 year old but it's not as relaxing with her because she complains and she wants to stop a lot; but I know I need to take her so she can learn to like it. We'll see how that goes...
I don't want to look back and regret not taking advantage of the time that I have. I read other people blogs and they seem to be living life to the fullest. I am not quite there yet but I have a desire to do so.
Sunday, May 17, 2009
Another rainy blessed day
I just switched physicians at my doctors office. I made a great choice. I've been struggling with Pneumonia for 2 1/2 months and I didn't feel like I was getting what I needed. My new doctor referred me to a lung doctor and I go and see him tomorrow.
I also have to see a Gastrointestinal doctor as well. My new doctor is sending my test results to Dr. Smith. This is the first time this has happened in the 17 months post op.
Right now, I am resting. I decided not to go to church today because I haven't gotten the rest that I needed to get so I can get rid of this stuff. I feel okay, so I forget to take it easy.
We are having guest from church over later and I need to rest up for that too. Yesterday, my daughter and I took family portraits for our church directory. I think they came out good. I can't wait to get them back. Olan Mills need to get with the program; a lot of places print the pictures off and you receive them right away. I have to wait until these come in the mail.
Weight wise, I am holding steady at 150 lbs. I would love to weigh 142 and stabilize at that. We will see how it goes. I cant exercise right now and I haven't done much exercising in the past. (not consistently). I really miss it too.
well,I guess that's it for now. I hope all is doing well on their journey
I also have to see a Gastrointestinal doctor as well. My new doctor is sending my test results to Dr. Smith. This is the first time this has happened in the 17 months post op.
Right now, I am resting. I decided not to go to church today because I haven't gotten the rest that I needed to get so I can get rid of this stuff. I feel okay, so I forget to take it easy.
We are having guest from church over later and I need to rest up for that too. Yesterday, my daughter and I took family portraits for our church directory. I think they came out good. I can't wait to get them back. Olan Mills need to get with the program; a lot of places print the pictures off and you receive them right away. I have to wait until these come in the mail.
Weight wise, I am holding steady at 150 lbs. I would love to weigh 142 and stabilize at that. We will see how it goes. I cant exercise right now and I haven't done much exercising in the past. (not consistently). I really miss it too.
well,I guess that's it for now. I hope all is doing well on their journey
Wednesday, May 6, 2009
It's May already - it's hard to believe
You know I didn't think anyone read this blog so I stopped writing. But, I got two comments so I will provide an update. I am at a plateau. I've weighted 151 for several months now. I'm ready to go below that, however, I can't exercise because I've had pneumonia for the last 8 weeks. I had a chest x-ray today and the doctor asked me to wait before exercising.
My liver enzymes are elevated so I had blood work done today. My lowest weight was 144 lbs becuase I was in the bed sick.
I would like to get to 140 so I will have some wiggle room. I wear small size tops, and mostly size 8 pants and dresses. I still do not think that I'm small though. So, as you can see I have some mental work to do. i don't think I'm fat either though.
Still have issues with my hair, I just thank God that I started with a lot of it. I truly believe it will come back though.
You know I read other blogs and they have a lot of interesting things to talk about.... I feel that I do though.
My goals for May are to attend support group meeting and begin exercising. I have never really consistently exercised through this entire process, but I really want to know. I miss water aerobics class that I attended prior to DS 17 months ago. Water aerobics is a sneaky way to build muscle mass, I absolutley love water aerobics.
It's almost the end of school and I'm glad. I have to find an economical way to entertain my 7 year old.
to be continued....
My liver enzymes are elevated so I had blood work done today. My lowest weight was 144 lbs becuase I was in the bed sick.
I would like to get to 140 so I will have some wiggle room. I wear small size tops, and mostly size 8 pants and dresses. I still do not think that I'm small though. So, as you can see I have some mental work to do. i don't think I'm fat either though.
Still have issues with my hair, I just thank God that I started with a lot of it. I truly believe it will come back though.
You know I read other blogs and they have a lot of interesting things to talk about.... I feel that I do though.
My goals for May are to attend support group meeting and begin exercising. I have never really consistently exercised through this entire process, but I really want to know. I miss water aerobics class that I attended prior to DS 17 months ago. Water aerobics is a sneaky way to build muscle mass, I absolutley love water aerobics.
It's almost the end of school and I'm glad. I have to find an economical way to entertain my 7 year old.
to be continued....
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