Cate's Diary

Thanks Nostalgic. I watched Le Tour ride into Paris last night & it was wonderful to see Paris at night again. *sigh* What a beautiful city! I see it's rated #1 in the world on Trip Advisor.

Weight-
84kg :(
It had to have gone up as my clothes have been feeling tight, instead of loose. I was 82.5 before our trip & 81.5 when we got back.

Today's quote-
If you want to live a happy life, tie it to a goal, not to people or things.​

Things to be proud of (so far)- I weighed myself!!!!

We're off to town for the day so will be back tonight xo Cate
 
Today-
Had a long list of things to do/buy, a lot of it for our mothers and the golf club, & forgot to even look at track suits for me :(. Did have a very good day though & would have had a maintenance/slight deficit day. I did buy a HUGE, good quality, double canopy, golf umbrella with some gift vouchers that we won in a golf comp. (+ quite a few $'s)
To be proud of-
Didn't over-react to my weigh-in by over-eating or getting down & instead, felt positive that I am making changes.

I feel much better when I am focussed on being active & healthy.
Cheers xo Cate
 
Paris is a bad city actually, everything is really expensive there, there's a high criminal statistic also, and also you can't drive as it's always very full :p ( I don't think nostalgic will disagree with me ) even tho Parisians people tend to really love their country to death.

I hope you can reach your goal for Christmas Cate, I find your list of 'new goals' very inspiring, maybe I should try something like that, my goal is also to reach 80 kg !

Keep up the good work!
 
Well done on your proud moments. Making changes is positive.

Yes, sadly I must agree with Benny lol
There are things I do like about Paris although I complain constantly about the things I don't like.
It does have potential to be a beautiful city, it's such a shame most of the residents don't respect it enough.
 
Thanks Benny. It's good to have goals & something to aim for/look forward to. Re Paris- most cities have a higher crime rate than the country, but I still found Paris to be beautiful & did not feel at all unsafe while we were there. Seeing Paris as a tourist & seeing the monuments that I have only seen in movies was wonderful! The Metro was excellent & cheap. Shopping for clothes etc IS expensive, but I don't enjoy that much anyway. Italy was excellent for that. We will go back to France again one day & see more of your beautiful country/
I just had a quick look at your diary & decided to stay out of the conversation about puppies & what is the best way of euthanasing them. There are such huge divides amongst different cultures. Let the conversation just fade away & re-focus on your health & weight-loss. Both our female dogs have been neutered & are slim & very healthy. It is well worth considering. Thanks for your visit Benny. I'll keep an eye out on your diary from now on, cheers, Cate.
PS Just saw Nostalgic's post & had a laugh! Your city IS beautiful!! It may not be easy living there, but it is BEAUTIFUL xo Cate
 
Heehee, I think my main issue really is just adapting still after 9 years from living in such a green capital Wellington city NZ all my life to an over populated huge city in Europe. I don't think the culture shock has ever worn off.
The earth quakes there at the moment have me a bit stressed though for my family. I'm reading updates constantly hoping a big one does not hit.
 
Hi Nostalgic-
Everyone tells me NZ is beautiful. You must miss it & your family. They have had more than their fair share of quakes though!
Today-
Am taking my LH to his golf & opening up & helping him get ready etc, taking my MIL to yet another ap't, having my usual soup & herb & garlic GF toast, walking & then going back to do the bar. It has become my new pattern & I quite enjoy the day. It really helps my husband so that's good.
Will be back tonight, xo Cate
 
Yesterday- :(
I felt quite out of sorts as the day went on & found out why when I got home. I had forgotten to take my morning medication, which includes a blood pressure pill.
I also had 2 missed calls on my mobile phone so returned the call. On Monday I had called into the Optometrist in Launceston as one of my pupils is really large- over twice the size of the other. They tested my eyes & said they would get my old info from my original optometrist & get back in touch with me. The call was to say that they thought I should go see a specialist & that they would make an appointment for me & ring me back. They rang straight back to say the specialist wants to see me Thurs morning at 8.30 & that it is urgent.
I am meant to be doing a function at the golf club at 11am & my LH has something he can't get out of that he has to do Thursday morning before he helps at the function.
I had a bad evening with asthma last night (worry?) I really struggled to breathe & had to use my puffer 4 times before I felt like I had it under control.
My husband got called in to work today & I just could not bring myself to go to golf. We are meant to be going to Hobart this week-end for an 8-ball competition & I have paid for accom'n etc. I really have to do some work today to get ready for it- washing etc.
I am trying so hard not to worry but I am petrified of anything to do with eyes or losing sight.
Our older son rang last night & he is going to take me in, in case I can't drive home. He is very thoughtful.
OK- I will try very hard to snap out of this & find a suitable quote!!

“Has worrying about tomorrow every changed it?”
~Max Lucado​
Things to be proud of-
Yesterday- Helped out at the golf club, even though I did not feel very well. That will have to do.
Today- Feeling very sorry for myself but donated money to my lovely friend Kate to help with her trip to the Congo. Not proud of myself for wallowing in self-pity & being afraid, when I am so well off compared to so many of the world's population!
TIME TO MOVE!!!! Housework will take my mind of it!

 
Your quote fits perfect and I like it.

Don't be so hard on yourself though. Hugs. What your feeling is completely normal. I hope the visit goes well.
It's good your son is taking you in for the driving and support.
 
Thanks for your support Nostalgic.
To be proud of today-
Did not eat one thing I shouldn't today. No "comfort" eating, just a healthy nutritious breakfast & lunch. I could so easily have stuffed my face, but didn't.
Still nervous, but not as.
 
Hello my lovely.

I can feel your worry! As i read thru that i can feel how i would be worrying and panicking about it. I know it is so easy to say not to worry but we really can't help ourselves. But.........try no to worry :blush5: Sending you great big squishy hugs and wet sloppy kisses :)

Thank you so so much for you awesomely generous donation and for sharing my link :) I had 2 more because of that (i think) one from Heather (i think that's your sister? you have definitely mentioned a Heather) and one from Jennifer Jacobs. These people have sponsored a complete stranger because of you!!!! You my lovely are freaking awesome!!! Love you. Xoxoxoxo

Well done on not comfort eating at a stressful time :hurray: I reckon i would have caved!
Will be thinking of you and eager to hear how you get on.

Big hugs my internet mum. Xoxoxoxoxoxo
 
You know, Kate hunibun....I love you too! I have never met you either sweetie, but it sure does not feel that way! Heather is my younger sister & Jen is a friend of hers, who I have also never met. We should never lose our love of humanity. You are the one that I think is awesome my friend. I really do! LOTS AND LOTS OF LOVE, xoxoxo Cate
I'll come back later & talk about my eyes. My LH just arrived home & I have to give him the news.
 
I have Holmes-Adie Pupil or Holmes-Adie Syndrome. Here are some links that explain it a bit.


I did not realise the implications or ask enough questions as I thought the drops the Opthamologist put in had fixed it, but it was not until mid afternoon when my pupil returned to being huge again & I rang them & found out the drops were a final test to see if I had Holmes-Adie that it sunk in & I started doing lots of research. I don't think there's a cure from what I see. I'm not even sure what it all means. Time will tell. In the meantime we're off to Hobart for the week-end & I'll try to enjoy it.
Love to all xo Cate
 
Having a good time in Hobart! Had a fun night last night- drank lots of champagne over a number of hours & caught up with lots of lovely people! Bought myself a new dressing gown & a pair of PJ's as I came down without any. The dressing gown is a size too large so I took it back this morning & bought 2 new pairs of PJ's as they were REALLY comfortable (& half price!)
Things to be proud of yesterday-
I did not dwell on the thing with my eyes & just had fun. I ate healthily & did lots of walking.

Today- Have eaten very well so far & walked heaps already. Brought my computer with me this time so I won't be bored in between brackets of 8-ball. I have been chatting to our son, who is in Canada, on Facebook.

Quote for today-
We can never judge the lives of others, because each person knows only their own pain and renunciation. It’s one thing to feel that you are on the right path, but it’s another to think that yours is the only path.
~Paulo Coehlo
 
Yesterday-
Was a really good day. Walked a lot, ate well, drank too much bubbly & my husband came 3rd in the competition & played very well & has made the State Masters 8-ball team :D :D :D

Things to be proud of-
My lovely husband!

Quote for today-
"The future belongs to those who believe in the beauty of their dreams."
~Eleanor Roosevelt

I Skyped our younger son from the venue yesterday & took my computer around the room & he talked to lots of people. It was lovely hearing his voice. I do miss him!

Back home now & feeling good. Must lose some weight before we go away to the Nationals in October!!!
xoxo Cate
 
Today's quote-
“Laziness is nothing more than the habit of resting before you get tired.”
~Jules Renard
MOVE!! :D ​

Today- Have the day at home, after a busy week-end away. Am very tired but will ride my bike soon as I feel lazy. See above..ha ha! I'll do some basic housework first.

Weight- Will weigh tomorrow.....was a bit scared.... *blush* I will, I promise (to myself.)

I will have to be strict with spending between now & October as it will cost us a few thousand $'s to go to the 8-ball nationals!! Our tax return will help a little & we have some money owed to us as well. Luckily we did not spend all of our money in Europe!

I also have to be strict with losing some weight between now & then because it is much harder to eat well when you are restricted to a venue that usually does not have good healthy choices. Last trip to the 8-ball nationals I put on 2kg & it took me 3 months to get rid of it! Getting down to 80kg would be marvellous! Can I do it?

Rules for the next week, starting right now-
One day without any wine(either today or next Sat).
Must play at least 9 holes of golf. MUST!!!
Minimum 25km on bike minimum.
Only 1 hot lemon drink per night! (Have been sneaking extra teaspoons of honey!) Only 1 teaspoon of honey allowed, per day, maximum!
No cappuccinos. I always have 1 sugar in cappuccino!

Thanks for this idea Jess.
Cheers, xoxo Cate




 
Congrats to the husband for his pool prowess!

Hopefu8lly the thing with your eyes will work out as best as possible, but it's good to see you're still out having fun. Take care!
 
Weighed in yet?
And no more sneaking extra teaspoons of honey!! Lol

I too hope it works out for the best with your eyes.
 
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