Marsia's Diary

She's a lumberjack and she's ok... :party:
To be honest it feels like the world has been talking about Christmas non-stop for about 5 years now so I'm just ready for it to finally happen :D
 
How big is the van, Marsia? I am so interested in getting a camper van.
 
Marsia said:
I took some time off of the forum because I got overwhelmed taking care of my mom and family, but when I was on the forum previously, I lost 50 pounds. So, I have a lot of practice with calorie counting now. I wish I hadn't gained 30 pounds of that back, but hopefully the first ten pounds will come back off fairly easily.
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That's actually really encouraging to hear that it is a track one can get back on again when ready. I can imagine going through such a stressful time as taking care of your mum, one would easily gain some of that lost weight back, but you really sound back on track now!

That van sounds awesome. I often think a camper van will be my back up housing option if I ever lose my place...
 
Marsia said:
I get affected by the cold and dark, and got all dreamy sitting around the fire researching the camper (and reading Harry Potter to my kid)
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Well that sounds really cozy! But nice to hear you are taking some time now to do some nice things for yourself too. Transplanting succulents sounds soothing...well any work with plants sounds soothing to me :)

The plans for the camper sounds great. yes so many people finding themselves homeless and moving to other options like that. I like to have those ideas in mind so I know there is something if i can't afford anything else!
 
Your plans for a van sound lovely. I keep dreaming about it & looking online for campervans for sale. I love dreaming :)
I have recently got the succulent bug & am trying not to go silly with them. I love repotting plants & would love a stand to put them on.
Will you be having a family Christmas or will you also be seeing friends?
 
I thought for a minute you had bought that van Marsia or maybe you have ? It sounds amazing , I admit I like lots of comforts and my idea of a camper van is the one in meet the fockers .
Sadly if I lost my home I certainly wouldn't be affording one like that :(

Hope your run up to Christmas is good . It's a hard one the first year not having your mum . In fact they are all hard but it's easier over time.
 
I usually get introspective at this time of year too & often very sad about not being able to spend time with my family who have died. I think that’s quite normal & nothing to hide away. I like your insights, Marsia. I need to change things about & be more positive about myself if I am to achieve my goals.
Glad you’re back in here, hon xoxo
PS- that van layout looks wonderful!
 
How annoying for the cooktop to break in between the holidays! Most veggies work well in the oven - much nicer than microwaving.
 
Marsia said:
I feel like a lot of unhappiness in the world stems from people (including myself) not knowing how to think about their problems creatively and also practically. We get stuck in old ways of thinking too easily, or at least I definitely do!
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Very true. A new perspective can be helpful in so many situations - either from an outsider or from giving yourself permission to consider different options.
 
Marsia said:
I thought about my goals more. Doing something nice for myself each day makes me realize that doing stuff I don't like to do is a favor to myself. The next day I come and see the mess I cleaned up or the project I started, and it feels really good to get the support from myself. I realize that when I support myself it feels good to be doing something kind, even to myself, and it feels good to be the recipient of something kind.
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I love this. I think the kinder we are to ourselves the happier & kinder we feel about almost anything & everyone. We don't have to say "love yourself" as that can feel very difficult, but being kind to yourself sounds much easier.
I always love reading your insights. What is the book called on lateral thinking, Marsia? I might order it from the library.
 
I like that idea of being your own Mum. I also need to learn some discipline. Well done on another positive day, Marsia xo
I just ordered the book from the library :)
 
Ooh. You may just motivate me to drag my bike out. It's tucked away in the snooker room & must be dusty. Well done, hon on all the exercise!
 
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