One more thing....

There is something that warms my heart when two strangers share kind words! So insignificant in the big scheme -- but so big in an individual level!

Mel

See an Opportunity where others see an Inconvenience!

Power outage at work this morning means I can go for a walk to insure I get my 10000 steps in today!

What's Next

Greetings all -- I want to check in and let you guys know what's new. On my quest for 1000 miles in 2012....I am at 315/1000. I am creating a mini challenge for myself this week. I plan to do 10000 steps everyday this week. Then -- I pursued some of my passions this weekend....one step toward WW and one step toward animals. I won't elaborate...given the slight chance that some stranger could read this. But the significance is I took things into my own hands. It was pretty powerful....it is a reminder that it's my choice. Why is this so hard for me? I miss both of you!!! I wish I could get us all in one place at one time! Mel

New Version of Groundhog's Day

I am trying WW on-line this time.  My new perspective is to keep it as simple as possible - not my elaborate notebook, meeting schedule, etc.  I am at the computer all day (or phone) so I believe that incorporating it in to my crazy schedule will keep me on track longer. I still plan to spend time this weekend on menu plans.  Weighing in on Mondays.

My Naturopath has concluded that my hypothalmus is damaged. You may recall that is the thing in your brain that establishes your body's weight "set point."  Among other things which are all interrelated (low D, very low cortisol, hyperinsulimatic, on and on).  I take a slug of natural supplements every day now, but it can take up to 8 months to correct!  She did increase my thyroid medicine (also related) and I do feel better.

All I know is if I do "nothing" then I GAIN weight.  If I follow a plan at least I can maintain where I was!  I am looking in to a different running group; still having plantar fascitis issues, but Doug has all kinds of fun stuff on the calendar and I have to say that I am a tad envious.  Is it weird to not be training for Grandma's this year?  Of course the year you pass is the nicest spring every!

Hope to catch up sometime! 
Kodak 220/1000 (but I have a plan to catch up!)

When God closes a door......

He opens a window! But it's Hell in the hallway! I'm in the hallway and it's a long one! I don't have the time or the energy to even complain about my situation. Consider that a gift to not here my ranting and raving!

But I couldn't be more excited that you have joined WW! You were my original WW buddy so I feel good to have you back at my side. The program still works?....but being in your 40's and sitting on your ass everyday leaves little room for error!

So welcome back! Are you doing a weekly meeting...if so when?


And in case you are wondering....and I know you are 287/1000!

GROUNDHOG'S DAY

I signed up for WW again last night . . . I don't know what else to do.  This saga never has an ending.
I will say that the on-line program appears much more robust than last time I ventured down this path, so perhaps that will help me with my crazy life (mobile tool).

Sigh.

Ethel