Sarah's got her groove back!

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Well, I'm finally back from vacation, and I must say it was excellent！mostly good choices, some not so good and an excellent time with my sister floating down the rivers of Europe! I'm pretty sure the scale will validate all those choices on 1 Aug. I had a wonderful experience buying some special clothing in Paris...it's amazing how much it lifts my spirits to wear nice clothes that I think look good on me...of course the key is my own self image. Today I'm comfortable in my own skin...and that makes all the difference!
Good choices to all!
 
scbibhouse said:
it's amazing how much it lifts my spirits to wear nice clothes that I think look good on me...of course the key is my own self image. Today I'm comfortable in my own skin...and that makes all the difference!
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Absolutely. Our own self-image is the key. I'm glad you are now comfortable in your own skin Sarah & that you had a lovely time xoxo Cate
 
Thanks Cate and Trusylver! Yes, I had a wonderful time with my sister, and shopping! The scale confirmed what I thought...no weight loss and 1 kg gain, so on 1 Aug I was 85.9kg. So, back at it seriously again.
This passed 2 weeks, I've been really busy at work, trying to get caught up after the long absence. I'm still not fully caught up, but I can see the light at the end of the tunnel! I updated my life goals and added one big one officially now: to walk the pilgrimage of St James from LePuy en Valey, France to Santiago de Compostella, Spain. It's something I've thought about actually since living in France and now I've made it official. I estimate it will take 3-4 months to do it, and I'll do it when I retire (2020?...still. It sure about that). I've also put on my list to do an around the world cruise...both of these I plan and hope to do with my husband...I just pray his health holds out long enough!
In the meantime, I'm OK. I need to exercise more, I'll go do that today again.
I wish you all good choices!
Sarah
 
You don't do things by half measures Sarah :) Wow!
I'm back at it again tomorrow too. I have had a bit of a break lately, but am ready to get back on track......again......
Cheers, Cate.
 
I´ve considered walking to Santiago at some point as well, simply because walking all day every day is so soothing to my brain, but I guess it´ll be a while until I have the time to do the whole thing. There are extended versions to different countries, by the way, dating from a time when actual pilgrims would have no other choice than to start at their own doorstep.
 
LaMaria, we lived in LePuy en Valey in France for a short period, so that is where I want to start from. It's probably a good 5 years off...and a lot can change in 5 years, but it's now officially on my life goals list...so it's in! Another item on the list is an around the world cruise...pretty sure the pilgrimage should come first!
Cate, you are right...I'm not a 1/2 measure type of girl!
This week has been good...I'm not on flex time yet, but I've made a big first step to get a better control of my time by managing my emails and using an electronic task list to simplify my work life. In addition to the electronic task master, im switching to keeping my meeting notes on my computer as well...that is a big step for me..it's a 20+ year habit I'm changing! I'm investing slot of time into getting it all set up, so I am hopeful it will pay off!
On the health side, today, I went for a run in the park..my first one in awhile...that's a long story too...My feet and knees were hurting each time I walked and ran and I decided to change my orthotics here in China...I was not sure at all about how it would work out, but 6 months after that change, I think it was a good decision. I noticed a few weeks ago on the treadmill that my gate had changed and after a life time of my heel being the first to strike the ground, it now felt more natural for me to strike first on the ball of my foot. So today, when I ran in 5 minute intervals, I focused on striking with ball of my foot first. My calves are a little sore, but I think it was a good move. So far my knees and feet are not sore...time will tell!
My food choices are ok for now..nothing bad for me, just a little too much quantity...so I don't think I'm losing, but maintaining.
I took the time today to write out my gratitude list...and on that list in the health side is the fact that I'm grateful for losing and "mostly" maintaining the weight loss. Am I perfect? No, far from it! Today, I choose to focus on the positive and not only the negatives!
So today, as every day, I wish everyone good choices!
Sarah
 
LaMaria said:
I´ve considered walking to Santiago at some point as well, simply because walking all day every day is so soothing to my brain, but I guess it´ll be a while until I have the time to do the whole thing. There are extended versions to different countries, by the way, dating from a time when actual pilgrims would have no other choice than to start at their own doorstep.
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I've heard about those rout s...we have a connection from Le Puy En Valey, France, so we'll start from there!
 
Heel strike has pretty much fallen out of favor for running. Whole-foot and ball strike tends to mean less risk of shin splints and patella trouble and ball strike especially lets you cushion the impact, thus usually being easier on the knees and lower back.
 
Still here..life has thrown a few curve balls again..still hanging in, maintaining weight, not losing. Just can't seem to focus. Husband's health not too good, busy job, travel, etc..one day at a time.
I still maintain exercise and heating good food. Have a cold right now and today gave myself some 90% chocolate with some almonds. Probably not so good for the scale.
Good choices to all.
Sarah
 
scbibhouse said:
Still here..life has thrown a few curve balls again..still hanging in, maintaining weight, not losing. Just can't seem to focus. Husband's health not too good, busy job, travel, etc..one day at a time.
I still maintain exercise and heating good food. Have a cold right now and today gave myself some 90% chocolate with some almonds. Probably not so good for the scale.
Good choices to all.
Sarah
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Life can really get in the way at times. I don't think the stress of it all will ever change.
A little chocolate here and there wont kill anything. Well unless you sit and eat a 1 pound box of the stuff. At least you had a good chocolate and not one of those chocolate like sugar bars.
Nice to c u around again.
 
The 90% stuff is unlikely to make you fat - I don't know anyone who really overeats on that regularly. Best of luck and good health to both you and your husband. Sometimes things are nothing but tough.
 
Sorry to hear your husband is unwell Sarah & that you are under so much stress. Take care, my friend xoxo
 
All,
Sorry I haven’t been on in awhile. My husband’s cancer has spread to now 4 places in his body including bones. He is being treated here in China with radiation treatment. I have not been making great choices, going for comfort food. I would appreciate your prayers right now.
Sarah
 
I am a praying person old friend!
I will pray for you and your husband.

I know it is very hard to find the time but when my mom was so sick I found that exercise made me feel a lot better. But it was hard to work it in.
 
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