I'm not sure why I haven't gotten much blogging done. Life has been insanely busy, leaving me scrambling to keep up with food prep and basic life. I haven't had a whole lot of time to think, never mind write without interruption.
Stepped on the scale today and I was a little surprised to see the scale down. The last two weeks it hasn't moved hardly at all. Now, I haven't been completely faithful to the 6 week plan, but I have been more strict with myself. I thought I would have seen a bigger loss. Yet, any loss is welcome here. Last week was O week, and I think I had some issues seeing the scale move that week last month. It will be interesting to watch for that trend.
A few new things in the last couple of weeks:
1. We've found some new recipes for salad dressings that we're trying. The Southwestern Ranch is growing on me. Without a decent dressing, it's really hard to look forward to a salad for a meal.
2. I tried a really yummy vegetarian chili that we brought to dinner with friends. It was a hit with everyone.
3. I watched a very thought provoking talk, The Starch Solution, on youtube from Dr. McDougall on the benefits and importance of starch. So intriguing to learn and think on the science and history of how starch has sustained civilization and even fueled the strongest gladiators of all time.
I'm sure there are more new things I should and could be sharing. However, life has begun here and I am determined to get into my bible before any fires begin that need putting out.
I have NOT been exercising. Wonder what it's going to take to get me going again. I feel like I am crashed out after two weeks of solid running. Likely, it's an excuse, but I'm giving myself some time to rest and recover from a really stressful past couple of weeks.
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Wednesday, September 25, 2013
Friday, August 2, 2013
Friday, August 2, 2013
Made a big pot of Dr. Furhman's Famous Anti-Cancer Soup.
Not a real big hit.
I think I have two problems, so likely, it's user error and not the recipe. One, the vegetables didn't cook long enough before I put them in the food processor to puree. Two, my food processor isn't high-powered enough get the soup creamy. I ended up with a strange consistency that leaves you thinking it needs to be a sauce, not a soup.
We have altered our cornbread recipe again to fit our nutritarian goals and it tastes great! I'll add it to my recipe page.
Went grocery shopping again tonight. I think I'm going to have to resign to being a two-cart family from now on. Or, at least until David is done juicing. We bought the store out of kale and I still didn't have enough for the whole week. Crazy.
I'm tired. I'm worn out. I went over my menu for next week and feel a bit defeated. I think it was the fail on the soup today. I'm going to set aside those soups and recipes that call for pureeing nuts and such in a high-powered blender, since I don't have one. I dug out some of my own recipes from my box and I think I'll just go with those, nutri-tizing them as I go. Also, I think I'm just longing for some familiar tastes in my life again. Nothing so familiar that it's not full of the nutrients I need, though. ;)
I also feel a bit fried from all the food prep and new recipes. I think I just need a break. Tomorrow the fam is going off in different directions. That means we'll just keep it simple with leftovers and such for meals. I'm looking forward to a date with my oldest and youngest daughters and then an afternoon of reading and rest.
Not a real big hit.
I think I have two problems, so likely, it's user error and not the recipe. One, the vegetables didn't cook long enough before I put them in the food processor to puree. Two, my food processor isn't high-powered enough get the soup creamy. I ended up with a strange consistency that leaves you thinking it needs to be a sauce, not a soup.
We have altered our cornbread recipe again to fit our nutritarian goals and it tastes great! I'll add it to my recipe page.
Went grocery shopping again tonight. I think I'm going to have to resign to being a two-cart family from now on. Or, at least until David is done juicing. We bought the store out of kale and I still didn't have enough for the whole week. Crazy.
I'm tired. I'm worn out. I went over my menu for next week and feel a bit defeated. I think it was the fail on the soup today. I'm going to set aside those soups and recipes that call for pureeing nuts and such in a high-powered blender, since I don't have one. I dug out some of my own recipes from my box and I think I'll just go with those, nutri-tizing them as I go. Also, I think I'm just longing for some familiar tastes in my life again. Nothing so familiar that it's not full of the nutrients I need, though. ;)
I also feel a bit fried from all the food prep and new recipes. I think I just need a break. Tomorrow the fam is going off in different directions. That means we'll just keep it simple with leftovers and such for meals. I'm looking forward to a date with my oldest and youngest daughters and then an afternoon of reading and rest.
Thursday, July 25, 2013
Thursday, July 25, 2013
Today's Good Things:
Ate well, under on calories
Got out twice for a walk
Tried a couple of new recipes
Today's Not So Good Things:
Missed my afternoon workout
I was tired again today. I ended up going to lie down after lunch instead of working out. I didn't sleep, but having some quiet and closing my eyes was good.
I made some vegetable broth today. I used it to water sautee' our yellow and green beans tonight at dinner. Very tasty.
I also made Mushroom Stroganoff and it was great. I enjoyed mine over steamed broccoli. Didn't miss the pasta at all and felt VERY full when my meal was done. I even skipped the pineapple everyone had for dessert.
I worked on my menu and recipe binder today. That was fun. I have a big grocery list for next week. Trying some new things like bok choy and artichokes. :)
Ate well, under on calories
Got out twice for a walk
Tried a couple of new recipes
Today's Not So Good Things:
Missed my afternoon workout
I was tired again today. I ended up going to lie down after lunch instead of working out. I didn't sleep, but having some quiet and closing my eyes was good.
I made some vegetable broth today. I used it to water sautee' our yellow and green beans tonight at dinner. Very tasty.
I also made Mushroom Stroganoff and it was great. I enjoyed mine over steamed broccoli. Didn't miss the pasta at all and felt VERY full when my meal was done. I even skipped the pineapple everyone had for dessert.
I worked on my menu and recipe binder today. That was fun. I have a big grocery list for next week. Trying some new things like bok choy and artichokes. :)
Thursday, July 18, 2013
Thursday, July 18, 2013
Good Things:
Ate well. Under on calories
Workout after lunch
Found a way to get kale into all three meals today, though I didn't eat it for breakfast.
Not So Good Things:
TIRED
unmotivated
I'm worn out. I don't have that energy surge I normally do. I have been staying up too late and I wonder if that is what my problem is.
I added some diced kale to the children's scrambled eggs today. I put some in a new salad I mixed up for myself for lunch. (Still deciding if I like it or not) Then I added in some more to the taco salad topping for dinner. That was a big accomplishment for me.
That's about all I've got for today. I'm tired. I need some sleep and I'm all peopled out, I think. Tomorrow we prep for the big party on Saturday. Everyone is excited, though I'm just a teensy bit overwhelmed.
Ate well. Under on calories
Workout after lunch
Found a way to get kale into all three meals today, though I didn't eat it for breakfast.
Not So Good Things:
TIRED
unmotivated
I'm worn out. I don't have that energy surge I normally do. I have been staying up too late and I wonder if that is what my problem is.
I added some diced kale to the children's scrambled eggs today. I put some in a new salad I mixed up for myself for lunch. (Still deciding if I like it or not) Then I added in some more to the taco salad topping for dinner. That was a big accomplishment for me.
My salad: Shredded beets and carrots, broccoli, cauliflower, peas, tossed in a sweet dressing.
That's about all I've got for today. I'm tired. I need some sleep and I'm all peopled out, I think. Tomorrow we prep for the big party on Saturday. Everyone is excited, though I'm just a teensy bit overwhelmed.
Monday, June 24, 2013
Daniel Fast - Day Fifteen
June 24, 2013
Day Fifteen
Today all that energy I've been talking about went missing. I was slow and quiet and not moving much at all. We tidied the house some, but I was mostly directing. We got in a bit of reading and a couple of people worked on writing some letters. I did some lunch prep, made dinner, and read my book most of the day. I'm embarrassed to say how much I enjoyed such a relaxing, lazy day. *blush*
I finished my day under on calories again. I'm starting to even out how many calories I eat in a day. When I look at my chart, I can see I may be forming some consistency in my portions and choices for meals. I'm also going to start dropping snacks and work on consuming all I need during my meals. It's hard to change my brain about that. After being pregnant so often, I tend to just eat those snacks as a matter of habit. I want to try going longer between meals, though, to learn my body's cues for real hunger.
This book, Eat to Live: The End of Diabetes has my mind spinning. I'm not convinced this is the plan the Lord has for me, but I have certainly gained a great deal of information and learning from it. I am more firm in my convictions regarding vegetables as the core of my diet. I am intrigued by what I'm learning about legumes and nuts and seeds. Intrigued enough that I'm considering purchasing the book for myself. I'm going to keep praying on this.
One argument that Dr. Furhman makes is that you can easily obtain the amount of protein you need daily from a plant-based diet. I know that many have said this isn't possible. In fact, that's one of the biggest reasons I almost didn't read the book. Yet, as I've been plugging in my food on myfitnesspal.com, I can see that I am easily achieving the protein goals I set for myself back when I was aiming for a high protein-low carb diet. Amazing. Today the largest source of protein I had was one peanut butter ball at breakfast. The rest was simply lentils, beans, broccoli...nothing I would really consider high protein foods. Yet, there I am. Right at my high-protein goal. And feeling full as all get out at that.
If I wasn't doing this fast, eating a plant-based diet while reading this book, I would never have believed what I'm reading. But, I'm experiencing so much of what he's saying, I can't help but lend it some validity.
Off to do some more reading and praying. My husband has chosen to do a complete fast for this week. Nothing but prayer and water. If anyone out there is reading this, please pray he remains safe and healthy. He is working hard outside in the heat all week painting on ladders. We need the Lord to keep him alert and clear headed. Thank you!
Day Fifteen
Today all that energy I've been talking about went missing. I was slow and quiet and not moving much at all. We tidied the house some, but I was mostly directing. We got in a bit of reading and a couple of people worked on writing some letters. I did some lunch prep, made dinner, and read my book most of the day. I'm embarrassed to say how much I enjoyed such a relaxing, lazy day. *blush*
I finished my day under on calories again. I'm starting to even out how many calories I eat in a day. When I look at my chart, I can see I may be forming some consistency in my portions and choices for meals. I'm also going to start dropping snacks and work on consuming all I need during my meals. It's hard to change my brain about that. After being pregnant so often, I tend to just eat those snacks as a matter of habit. I want to try going longer between meals, though, to learn my body's cues for real hunger.
This book, Eat to Live: The End of Diabetes has my mind spinning. I'm not convinced this is the plan the Lord has for me, but I have certainly gained a great deal of information and learning from it. I am more firm in my convictions regarding vegetables as the core of my diet. I am intrigued by what I'm learning about legumes and nuts and seeds. Intrigued enough that I'm considering purchasing the book for myself. I'm going to keep praying on this.
One argument that Dr. Furhman makes is that you can easily obtain the amount of protein you need daily from a plant-based diet. I know that many have said this isn't possible. In fact, that's one of the biggest reasons I almost didn't read the book. Yet, as I've been plugging in my food on myfitnesspal.com, I can see that I am easily achieving the protein goals I set for myself back when I was aiming for a high protein-low carb diet. Amazing. Today the largest source of protein I had was one peanut butter ball at breakfast. The rest was simply lentils, beans, broccoli...nothing I would really consider high protein foods. Yet, there I am. Right at my high-protein goal. And feeling full as all get out at that.
If I wasn't doing this fast, eating a plant-based diet while reading this book, I would never have believed what I'm reading. But, I'm experiencing so much of what he's saying, I can't help but lend it some validity.
Off to do some more reading and praying. My husband has chosen to do a complete fast for this week. Nothing but prayer and water. If anyone out there is reading this, please pray he remains safe and healthy. He is working hard outside in the heat all week painting on ladders. We need the Lord to keep him alert and clear headed. Thank you!
Saturday, June 22, 2013
Daniel Fast - Day Twelve
June 21, 2013
Day Twelve
I didn't get to blog last night. With David home, life gets a little unpredictable. We spent the day resting and got to go out for a short lunch date. You should be very impressed that while going out to a restaurant with nothing vegetarian on their menu, I was able to stick to my fast. I ordered the spinach salad with dried cranberries, vegies, slivered almonds and a vinaigrette on the side, hold the eggs! We ordered a baked potato to share between us. (hold the fixin's, of course.)
Okay, you may not be impressed, but with the selection I was offered, I did excellent! We had to tell them no to the complimentary bread at least three times. Haha!
Last night I was feeling a little stressed and I did it. I didn't go off the fast, but I did eat more than I needed to. I found myself going to food again, munching because those around me were doing the same. Instead of sitting down to a real meal, I just lay on the couch reading and cracking those peanuts. Ugh. Out of the bag, even, so there was no way of knowing exactly how many I was eating. I know better.
It's crazy to me how quickly I can change based on my surroundings. I certainly know, now, that one of the biggest factors in my health struggles is based on the relationships around me and how well I handle them.
Day Twelve
I didn't get to blog last night. With David home, life gets a little unpredictable. We spent the day resting and got to go out for a short lunch date. You should be very impressed that while going out to a restaurant with nothing vegetarian on their menu, I was able to stick to my fast. I ordered the spinach salad with dried cranberries, vegies, slivered almonds and a vinaigrette on the side, hold the eggs! We ordered a baked potato to share between us. (hold the fixin's, of course.)
Okay, you may not be impressed, but with the selection I was offered, I did excellent! We had to tell them no to the complimentary bread at least three times. Haha!
Last night I was feeling a little stressed and I did it. I didn't go off the fast, but I did eat more than I needed to. I found myself going to food again, munching because those around me were doing the same. Instead of sitting down to a real meal, I just lay on the couch reading and cracking those peanuts. Ugh. Out of the bag, even, so there was no way of knowing exactly how many I was eating. I know better.
It's crazy to me how quickly I can change based on my surroundings. I certainly know, now, that one of the biggest factors in my health struggles is based on the relationships around me and how well I handle them.
Friday, July 27, 2012
Rested
Spent the day resting. No naps but did sleep in. No guilt. Just letting myself be the momma of a newborn and enjoy it again.
Did okay with eating. I've been feeling "off" all day, suspecting my gall bladder is acting up again. Extremely gassy, though I haven't eaten any offending foods.
Not much else to report. Just trying to push my way through these weird days. One up another down. Wish I could find a place of consistency.
Did okay with eating. I've been feeling "off" all day, suspecting my gall bladder is acting up again. Extremely gassy, though I haven't eaten any offending foods.
Not much else to report. Just trying to push my way through these weird days. One up another down. Wish I could find a place of consistency.
Thursday, July 26, 2012
Guilt.Guilt.Guilt.
It's been a rough week. Starting out, we had a birthday party this past weekend which afforded me far too many sugary options to resist. I also made a batch of cookies to send to church on Sunday night. Unfortunately, they not only didn't get all eaten, but all the leftover sweets were sent home with my family as well. Ugh.
So, I have had more sugar in the last several days that I probably have had in months. I've been feeling awful, to say the least. Physically but emotionally as well. I can't believe I have so little will power with food again.
I'm so tired all the time. I'm usually grumpy and worn and have no energy for anything. I know I'm not fun to be around and I CRAVE sleep. I didn't get any sort of nap this past weekend, so I'm just dragging this week. I've had a headache almost every day and I know that is sleep related.
So, all that whining explains why I've been hiding from my blog this week. I've not logged. I've not exercised, except for a little today. I feel like I'm just a mess.
I did, however, get up before my children this morning. I read my bible. I read my prayer book and prayed earnestly for myself and my children. I started breakfast and laundry before they were downstairs. I greeted them with a smile. I directed everyone in their morning chores. I took my 5 youngest children for a nice walk and stop at the school playground. We came home and switched some laundry and tidied the kitchen a bit. I read to them and enjoyed snack time with them. This has actually been my most productive day I've had in a long while.
I'm crashed out now, though. I just wish it was OKAY to let myself be tired and set aside my duties to rest or try to nap. I just can't get to that place where I feel allowed to do it. I either fear foolishness will abound and cause some trouble or I'm depressed over how much further behind we will be by not pushing forward with our schooling or character issues. However, I'm not sure how much real learning is happening when I'm this worn out. Sigh.
Either way, today is better than what I've seen for a while. I'm grateful for my quiet time on my porch this morning. I'm grateful I felt well enough to get up and spend time with the Lord. I'm grateful for a quiet house, at the moment, allowing me to get some of my thoughts and feelings out. I'm grateful for a sweet baby girl that needs her momma so much that I have reason to press forward in this struggle. I'm grateful for the duties that need doing and the children that need loving and the forgiveness that comes when I fail in both of those areas. I'm grateful, ever so grateful, that the Lord loves, understands, and is gentle with those who have young. Thank you, Lord.
So, I have had more sugar in the last several days that I probably have had in months. I've been feeling awful, to say the least. Physically but emotionally as well. I can't believe I have so little will power with food again.
I'm so tired all the time. I'm usually grumpy and worn and have no energy for anything. I know I'm not fun to be around and I CRAVE sleep. I didn't get any sort of nap this past weekend, so I'm just dragging this week. I've had a headache almost every day and I know that is sleep related.
So, all that whining explains why I've been hiding from my blog this week. I've not logged. I've not exercised, except for a little today. I feel like I'm just a mess.
I did, however, get up before my children this morning. I read my bible. I read my prayer book and prayed earnestly for myself and my children. I started breakfast and laundry before they were downstairs. I greeted them with a smile. I directed everyone in their morning chores. I took my 5 youngest children for a nice walk and stop at the school playground. We came home and switched some laundry and tidied the kitchen a bit. I read to them and enjoyed snack time with them. This has actually been my most productive day I've had in a long while.
I'm crashed out now, though. I just wish it was OKAY to let myself be tired and set aside my duties to rest or try to nap. I just can't get to that place where I feel allowed to do it. I either fear foolishness will abound and cause some trouble or I'm depressed over how much further behind we will be by not pushing forward with our schooling or character issues. However, I'm not sure how much real learning is happening when I'm this worn out. Sigh.
Either way, today is better than what I've seen for a while. I'm grateful for my quiet time on my porch this morning. I'm grateful I felt well enough to get up and spend time with the Lord. I'm grateful for a quiet house, at the moment, allowing me to get some of my thoughts and feelings out. I'm grateful for a sweet baby girl that needs her momma so much that I have reason to press forward in this struggle. I'm grateful for the duties that need doing and the children that need loving and the forgiveness that comes when I fail in both of those areas. I'm grateful, ever so grateful, that the Lord loves, understands, and is gentle with those who have young. Thank you, Lord.
Thursday, May 31, 2012
Thursday, May 31 2012
Today's Good Things:
Extra rest and a morning nap
Seeing better diapers
Today's Not So Good Things:
Feeling so hungry so I keep eating. Ugh
Ice cream with the fam for dessert (just 2 small scoops at least)
No activity at all. Just too tired to do anything.
A bit behind on feeding every 2 hours. Need to stay strict with that because it def shows improvement in her diapers and sleep pattern at night.
Well, May is going out with a snooze for me. I'm actually excited for the calendar to change simply for the fact that I've been thinking about the month of May for SOOOO long now. It's nice to turn the page and move on to the next season.
Tonight I sent the fam to bed a little early. My husband already turned in. I'm going to enjoy some quiet while I enjoy some cluster feeding with my little Kindli-girl. She sure is yummy. :)
I have a friend coming tomorrow, so that will definitely be some motivation toward a bit of activity by way of tidying up the house. Not too much, mind you. I don't mind having the excuse of a newborn to dismiss the general mess lying about. ;) I'm looking forward to the weekend, though. Hoping to get out for a drive so we can find a local swimming beach for the summer as well as some hiking trails in our new area. Last summer the children and I purposed to visit a few new trails and it was really fun. Hoping to do the same once I'm on my feet again.
I'd like to spend some time looking at different options for logging my food and exercise this weekend. Also hoping I can start adding in an evening walk with the family after dinner soon. Slow and Steady, right? I guess that's why they call them Baby Steps. ;)
Extra rest and a morning nap
Seeing better diapers
Today's Not So Good Things:
Feeling so hungry so I keep eating. Ugh
Ice cream with the fam for dessert (just 2 small scoops at least)
No activity at all. Just too tired to do anything.
A bit behind on feeding every 2 hours. Need to stay strict with that because it def shows improvement in her diapers and sleep pattern at night.
Well, May is going out with a snooze for me. I'm actually excited for the calendar to change simply for the fact that I've been thinking about the month of May for SOOOO long now. It's nice to turn the page and move on to the next season.
Tonight I sent the fam to bed a little early. My husband already turned in. I'm going to enjoy some quiet while I enjoy some cluster feeding with my little Kindli-girl. She sure is yummy. :)
I have a friend coming tomorrow, so that will definitely be some motivation toward a bit of activity by way of tidying up the house. Not too much, mind you. I don't mind having the excuse of a newborn to dismiss the general mess lying about. ;) I'm looking forward to the weekend, though. Hoping to get out for a drive so we can find a local swimming beach for the summer as well as some hiking trails in our new area. Last summer the children and I purposed to visit a few new trails and it was really fun. Hoping to do the same once I'm on my feet again.
I'd like to spend some time looking at different options for logging my food and exercise this weekend. Also hoping I can start adding in an evening walk with the family after dinner soon. Slow and Steady, right? I guess that's why they call them Baby Steps. ;)
Tuesday, May 29, 2012
Tuesday, May 29 2012
Today's Good Things:
Good choices for meals
Did well on my first solo day
Did well on our first outing
Small bit of tidying up around the house = activity
Chose popcorn for snack instead of the sweet I was craving
Today's Not So Good Things:
Not always as patient as I should be
Missed an afternoon nap
Today was pretty good for a first day solo. The children were quiet this morning, so I was able to sleep in a bit after a very long night with baby. I'm feeling a little down, as she's down another 2oz on the scale today from Sunday. I struggle so much every time and was SO hoping this baby would be better. Just can't seem to get that hindmilk in her system. Sigh. Pray for me to deal with this patiently and trust the Lord is going to bring us through.
I took the fam to my dd's sewing lessons today. I figured just driving in the car wouldn't be so bad. The littles played while we were there and I nursed baby. However, just carrying her around in her seat was tiring. I'll be staying home the rest of this week, for sure. ;) Tomorrow is supposed to be really nice. After a rainy day, I'd love to take the children to the park, but I think I best stay home and rest. Maybe I can help them set up some kind of fun thing to do in the yard and hang out with baby on my swing instead. Just trying to balance the rest, nursing, and time with the others as best I can.
Hope to get a chance to read your updates tonight. Enjoying a movie with the bigs right now, though. Kinda special to stay up late together. :)
Good choices for meals
Did well on my first solo day
Did well on our first outing
Small bit of tidying up around the house = activity
Chose popcorn for snack instead of the sweet I was craving
Today's Not So Good Things:
Not always as patient as I should be
Missed an afternoon nap
Today was pretty good for a first day solo. The children were quiet this morning, so I was able to sleep in a bit after a very long night with baby. I'm feeling a little down, as she's down another 2oz on the scale today from Sunday. I struggle so much every time and was SO hoping this baby would be better. Just can't seem to get that hindmilk in her system. Sigh. Pray for me to deal with this patiently and trust the Lord is going to bring us through.
I took the fam to my dd's sewing lessons today. I figured just driving in the car wouldn't be so bad. The littles played while we were there and I nursed baby. However, just carrying her around in her seat was tiring. I'll be staying home the rest of this week, for sure. ;) Tomorrow is supposed to be really nice. After a rainy day, I'd love to take the children to the park, but I think I best stay home and rest. Maybe I can help them set up some kind of fun thing to do in the yard and hang out with baby on my swing instead. Just trying to balance the rest, nursing, and time with the others as best I can.
Hope to get a chance to read your updates tonight. Enjoying a movie with the bigs right now, though. Kinda special to stay up late together. :)
Thursday, March 15, 2012
Treading Water
Heather, you said that me writing is an encouragement. I'm afraid you may disagree when I finish this post.
I'm beat. I went to bed feeling icky and woke up the same. I've not been sleeping well at all. Back to my same routine of waking every few hours struggling with breathing and feeling restless and uncomfortable. Often I can't get back to sleep, so I spend a couple of hours in the middle of the night tossing, turning, praying, fretting, and wasting time on the computer.
My days are full, but I am always dragging. I have so much to get done with packing, cleaning, schooling, and basic life. Yet, my heart isn't in it. I feel like I'm walking around in a fog. I'm excited about all we have going on, I'm just feeling too worn down to fully enjoy it.
I'm barely eating and not always the best choices. I'm not eating junk, but I'm not getting in everything I should either by way of protein, vegies and fruits. Often, I'm just too tired to bother.
I keep forgetting to test. Though, my numbers are all fine when I do. I'm relieved on that measure.
Today I'd like to rest. I feel like my body just needs a shut-down for a bit. But, I have many errands to run and an appt. to meet a new OB and check on dear little Kindy. I'm still brainstorming on how to do that with all the children in tow. I'll be so grateful when tax season is over and my husband is part of our life again.
My bright spot of hope is approaching, though. My amazing man has made arrangements to take me away for my birthday this weekend. (a bit early, but I'll take it!) We haven't had a weekend away alone for many, many years. We leave on Friday for a hotel with a spa. He arranged for a couples massage for us on Friday night. Saturday he'll be going to work so I'll have that luxurious room all to myself until his day is done. Whirlpool tub, fireplace, balcony overlooking the lake, quiet...I just can't imagine. I guess I'll push through today, push through the cleaning for my in-laws that needs doing tomorrow, and enjoy my weekend shut down. :) I am SO ready to be a bride again and just enjoy the affections and company of my favorite person.
I apologize for not being the encouragement I long to be for your ladies. My eyes glaze over whenever I get to any kind of reading in blog land. I do pray you are all pressing forward in your journeys. I know the Lord will complete this work He has begun in your lives. I treasure your prayers and thoughts and the kind notes you leave for me. You are all a great blessing.
I'm beat. I went to bed feeling icky and woke up the same. I've not been sleeping well at all. Back to my same routine of waking every few hours struggling with breathing and feeling restless and uncomfortable. Often I can't get back to sleep, so I spend a couple of hours in the middle of the night tossing, turning, praying, fretting, and wasting time on the computer.
My days are full, but I am always dragging. I have so much to get done with packing, cleaning, schooling, and basic life. Yet, my heart isn't in it. I feel like I'm walking around in a fog. I'm excited about all we have going on, I'm just feeling too worn down to fully enjoy it.
I'm barely eating and not always the best choices. I'm not eating junk, but I'm not getting in everything I should either by way of protein, vegies and fruits. Often, I'm just too tired to bother.
I keep forgetting to test. Though, my numbers are all fine when I do. I'm relieved on that measure.
Today I'd like to rest. I feel like my body just needs a shut-down for a bit. But, I have many errands to run and an appt. to meet a new OB and check on dear little Kindy. I'm still brainstorming on how to do that with all the children in tow. I'll be so grateful when tax season is over and my husband is part of our life again.
My bright spot of hope is approaching, though. My amazing man has made arrangements to take me away for my birthday this weekend. (a bit early, but I'll take it!) We haven't had a weekend away alone for many, many years. We leave on Friday for a hotel with a spa. He arranged for a couples massage for us on Friday night. Saturday he'll be going to work so I'll have that luxurious room all to myself until his day is done. Whirlpool tub, fireplace, balcony overlooking the lake, quiet...I just can't imagine. I guess I'll push through today, push through the cleaning for my in-laws that needs doing tomorrow, and enjoy my weekend shut down. :) I am SO ready to be a bride again and just enjoy the affections and company of my favorite person.
I apologize for not being the encouragement I long to be for your ladies. My eyes glaze over whenever I get to any kind of reading in blog land. I do pray you are all pressing forward in your journeys. I know the Lord will complete this work He has begun in your lives. I treasure your prayers and thoughts and the kind notes you leave for me. You are all a great blessing.
Tuesday, February 14, 2012
Quick Update
I haven't journaled for a bit. My numbers have all been amazingly low. So much so, that I have even gotten a little lax on how I round out each meal. I'm still being cautious on portions and amounts of protein. Actually, what I've been lax about is not eating enough most of the time. I don't leave the table hungry, and with all these snacks, I guess it's just feeling hard to make my meals as large as the menu says they should be.
That said, I had 2 slices of Sam's pizza over the weekend while we were out shopping. I thought for sure it was going to do me in. Not so! My numbers were perfect! I don't get it because pizza before, especially 2 slices, would have sent me way over. Could be the meter. Could be insulin, I guess, even though I'm still only taking 10 units at bedtime. Could have been all the activity I had that day with shopping and such. Whatever it was, I'll take it!
I haven't been doing any official exercise. We have, however, been doing a lot of cleaning, purging, and moving as we are rearranging most every room in our house right now. My husband finished his last exam this past weekend (woohoo!) so we emptied his office and that leads to an avalanche of "newness". ;)
His new "thing", he declared, now that this year of studying and testing is over, is Diet and Exercise. I'm excited! First my daughter, now my hubby! It's amazing to watch everyone get excited about health and strength and want to do it together! A little weird it is happening now that I can't fully join in, but I'm so thankful. And, to be fair, I *am* working hard on my health, just not on weight loss, so I guess I am still part of the team. ;) Just need to focus a bit more on strength than I have been.
The last two days I've worked hard at rearranging shelves, books, toys, furniture, you name it. Today is going to be a rest day while I catch up on grading and school stuff. I'm hoping to get out for a walk after lunch, though. I have one here who has been super hard to love and I think a walk for the two of us would be a good thing.
My daughter and husband have been planning a family celebration for Valentine's day. She's planning to make some mini-muffins for our dessert so we have something more "healthy". Love that girl. I'm feeling a little bad that I'm not real involved in the planning and prep. But, honestly, I'm feeling swamped right now with duties and I just can't keep up. So, I'm choosing to be blessed and enjoy their efforts. :)
Blessings to you all this Valentine's day! Enjoy your treats, but remember to strive for balance as well as grace!!
That said, I had 2 slices of Sam's pizza over the weekend while we were out shopping. I thought for sure it was going to do me in. Not so! My numbers were perfect! I don't get it because pizza before, especially 2 slices, would have sent me way over. Could be the meter. Could be insulin, I guess, even though I'm still only taking 10 units at bedtime. Could have been all the activity I had that day with shopping and such. Whatever it was, I'll take it!
I haven't been doing any official exercise. We have, however, been doing a lot of cleaning, purging, and moving as we are rearranging most every room in our house right now. My husband finished his last exam this past weekend (woohoo!) so we emptied his office and that leads to an avalanche of "newness". ;)
His new "thing", he declared, now that this year of studying and testing is over, is Diet and Exercise. I'm excited! First my daughter, now my hubby! It's amazing to watch everyone get excited about health and strength and want to do it together! A little weird it is happening now that I can't fully join in, but I'm so thankful. And, to be fair, I *am* working hard on my health, just not on weight loss, so I guess I am still part of the team. ;) Just need to focus a bit more on strength than I have been.
The last two days I've worked hard at rearranging shelves, books, toys, furniture, you name it. Today is going to be a rest day while I catch up on grading and school stuff. I'm hoping to get out for a walk after lunch, though. I have one here who has been super hard to love and I think a walk for the two of us would be a good thing.
My daughter and husband have been planning a family celebration for Valentine's day. She's planning to make some mini-muffins for our dessert so we have something more "healthy". Love that girl. I'm feeling a little bad that I'm not real involved in the planning and prep. But, honestly, I'm feeling swamped right now with duties and I just can't keep up. So, I'm choosing to be blessed and enjoy their efforts. :)
Blessings to you all this Valentine's day! Enjoy your treats, but remember to strive for balance as well as grace!!
Wednesday, February 8, 2012
Wednesday February 8, 2012
Today's Good Things:
ummmm....I rested...a LOT
I ate along the lines of my meal plan
Today's Not So Good Things:
I keep forgetting to test!! Argh.
Woke up feeling blech and just stayed that way
Today was just a gray day. You know, like that Dr. Suess book about colors? A gray day...nothing moves today. That's how I felt and acted. Pretty much just kept up with checking school work and directing children. Not sure if I'm feeling as physically ill as just emotionally worn. Maybe I just needed a day to rest and tomorrow will find me up and ready to go. This week is high stress for our family, especially my husband. He sits for his final exam on Saturday, so he's quite preoccupied and feeling anxious about that. Your prayers are greatly appreciated for him to finish strong. It would be so wonderful to have this year of testing behind us and not have him have to retake it again this summer while we adjust to a newborn.
I'm looking forward to a quiet evening until I can eat my snack, take my shot, and finally crash. I hope you ladies had a *much* more active day than I did here! ;)
ummmm....I rested...a LOT
I ate along the lines of my meal plan
Today's Not So Good Things:
I keep forgetting to test!! Argh.
Woke up feeling blech and just stayed that way
Today was just a gray day. You know, like that Dr. Suess book about colors? A gray day...nothing moves today. That's how I felt and acted. Pretty much just kept up with checking school work and directing children. Not sure if I'm feeling as physically ill as just emotionally worn. Maybe I just needed a day to rest and tomorrow will find me up and ready to go. This week is high stress for our family, especially my husband. He sits for his final exam on Saturday, so he's quite preoccupied and feeling anxious about that. Your prayers are greatly appreciated for him to finish strong. It would be so wonderful to have this year of testing behind us and not have him have to retake it again this summer while we adjust to a newborn.
I'm looking forward to a quiet evening until I can eat my snack, take my shot, and finally crash. I hope you ladies had a *much* more active day than I did here! ;)
Saturday, December 3, 2011
Oh, my aching head!
The last two days I've been in fierce pain with a tension-type headache at the base of my head/neck. I remember getting one of these in my last pregnancy, but it didn't last two full days. I know I'm fighting some kind of bug, because I've also got some lovely sinus pressure and my throat is sore along with swollen lymph nodes. Just ouch.
I spent the day resting yesterday, hoping it would give me what I needed to get going today. Not so. I'm down for the day today, too. This really stinks. I haven't been following my eating plan because it just hurts too much to move and *get* the food to eat. Blah. And, of course, exercise is out. Well, I did get in some walking last night while we were outside caroling. I needed to keep the littles busy during the second run of carols, so I got something in, I guess. If it wasn't for the tylenol, I wouldn't have made it, that's for sure.
I hope tomorrow brings some relief. I'm reading that poor posture is the culprit. Likely they are right. I've been using my resting time to work on christmas gifts, which means I'm keeping my neck in a not so good position. However, it seems to hurt most after I sleep. I woke up with it feeling the worst both mornings and after my nap this afternoon. Makes me wonder a bit about my sleep positioning. And, we already know my sleep woes. Sigh.
Pray I can find some relief from the pain so I don't miss worship with my family tomorrow. Pray I can beat this before it gets worse. I have had fluid in my ears for over a week now, so I know my body is fighting and without my mega doses of vit. c, I'm afraid it's losing. :(
I spent the day resting yesterday, hoping it would give me what I needed to get going today. Not so. I'm down for the day today, too. This really stinks. I haven't been following my eating plan because it just hurts too much to move and *get* the food to eat. Blah. And, of course, exercise is out. Well, I did get in some walking last night while we were outside caroling. I needed to keep the littles busy during the second run of carols, so I got something in, I guess. If it wasn't for the tylenol, I wouldn't have made it, that's for sure.
I hope tomorrow brings some relief. I'm reading that poor posture is the culprit. Likely they are right. I've been using my resting time to work on christmas gifts, which means I'm keeping my neck in a not so good position. However, it seems to hurt most after I sleep. I woke up with it feeling the worst both mornings and after my nap this afternoon. Makes me wonder a bit about my sleep positioning. And, we already know my sleep woes. Sigh.
Pray I can find some relief from the pain so I don't miss worship with my family tomorrow. Pray I can beat this before it gets worse. I have had fluid in my ears for over a week now, so I know my body is fighting and without my mega doses of vit. c, I'm afraid it's losing. :(
Wednesday, August 10, 2011
Broken
A couple weeks ago, I broke my pinky toe. Silly, but painful. That took me out for walking. Just when I was gearing up to get back to my morning mile, my back went out this weekend. As in, bend over and don't get back up. That's what I get for nursing a broken toe, sitting on my backside all week working on the computer, and...well...I don't know. But, it sure is frustrating.
So, here I am, lying flat most of the day. But, I am able to walk now and getting in my mile actually makes my back feel much better. So, I'm likely going to get out there several times a day, hoping it strengthens my core for now. I'm doing some light stretching, per my chiropractor's orders. I'm getting very little sleep, however, so that is making life a little hard.
Wish I could say I've been eating next to nothing with all this lying flat. Sadly, I've been eating more with all this lying flat. :( Easy food for the children to make while helping means lots of munchies and not so good eats for the fam. Sigh. One thing and then the next, right?
Tomorrow, I blog, log, and walk at least twice. Once I'm able, I am most definitely getting back into my ttapp workouts. I have to strengthen my core so I don't ever go through a week (or more!) like this again. Ugh.
So, here I am, lying flat most of the day. But, I am able to walk now and getting in my mile actually makes my back feel much better. So, I'm likely going to get out there several times a day, hoping it strengthens my core for now. I'm doing some light stretching, per my chiropractor's orders. I'm getting very little sleep, however, so that is making life a little hard.
Wish I could say I've been eating next to nothing with all this lying flat. Sadly, I've been eating more with all this lying flat. :( Easy food for the children to make while helping means lots of munchies and not so good eats for the fam. Sigh. One thing and then the next, right?
Tomorrow, I blog, log, and walk at least twice. Once I'm able, I am most definitely getting back into my ttapp workouts. I have to strengthen my core so I don't ever go through a week (or more!) like this again. Ugh.
Tuesday, July 12, 2011
Feeling Lost
I'm not even sure what my plan is this week. Well, I guess my plan is no plan, really. I have been up each morning at my 5am wake up to pray with my sweet husband and then out for my 1 mile walk, my oldest joining me today. My sweetie and the boys have been getting in their pt in the mornings too, they even got in a quick swim after their run this morning. It was already that hot at 6am!!!
So, I'm doing pretty well getting back to that part of my routine. I haven't been logging, though, or blogging. I didn't weigh-in Monday. I was just too scared to see the number. I didn't want to feel down about it, since I do think I worked hard to do well while on vacation. I didn't do well on our weekend of cookouts, however, so Monday I was hiding from the scale. *blush*
I'm still so super tired from our trip. The 1 mile a day is about all I can muster aside from the work of getting our home and hearts back in order. I even caved on date night tonight and devoured my very own Mocha Chip ice cream. Sigh. I guess being tired and worn down weakens my resolve.
So, for the rest of this week I'll put rest, walks, and more water on my goal list, praying those will strengthen me for making better choices.
So, I'm doing pretty well getting back to that part of my routine. I haven't been logging, though, or blogging. I didn't weigh-in Monday. I was just too scared to see the number. I didn't want to feel down about it, since I do think I worked hard to do well while on vacation. I didn't do well on our weekend of cookouts, however, so Monday I was hiding from the scale. *blush*
I'm still so super tired from our trip. The 1 mile a day is about all I can muster aside from the work of getting our home and hearts back in order. I even caved on date night tonight and devoured my very own Mocha Chip ice cream. Sigh. I guess being tired and worn down weakens my resolve.
So, for the rest of this week I'll put rest, walks, and more water on my goal list, praying those will strengthen me for making better choices.
Tuesday, April 26, 2011
Tuesday April 26, 2011 Trying
Today's Good Things:
Stayed busy switching clothes for the season, purging, and catching up on laundry
Enoyed some extra sleep this morning
Enjoyed some nice time with my 7yo dd working on chores today
Took a nice drive with dh for date night tonite
Today's Not So Good Things:
No exercise
Didn't eat well
Didn't log
Didn't even work on my water goals
My Reboot isn't going so hot. Yesterday we went for a superfun trip to a butterfly conservatory to celebrate our 4 youngest dd's birthday (which all happen to fall within 4 weeks of each other). That was awesome, but also warranted Road Trip Food. It also didn't afford much exercise.
I keep going back and forth between wanting to get moving, work hard, and conquer some projects and wanting to rest, relax, and enjoy my time off. I feel like I really need to do both right now so I'm not sure what tomorrow will hold. I've got another day of inside work this week but a LOT of outside work, too, along with a day of shopping/errands to fit in somewhere. Somehow I'll need to make exercise and purposeful eating a part of the plan as well. :-S
Stayed busy switching clothes for the season, purging, and catching up on laundry
Enoyed some extra sleep this morning
Enjoyed some nice time with my 7yo dd working on chores today
Took a nice drive with dh for date night tonite
Today's Not So Good Things:
No exercise
Didn't eat well
Didn't log
Didn't even work on my water goals
My Reboot isn't going so hot. Yesterday we went for a superfun trip to a butterfly conservatory to celebrate our 4 youngest dd's birthday (which all happen to fall within 4 weeks of each other). That was awesome, but also warranted Road Trip Food. It also didn't afford much exercise.
I keep going back and forth between wanting to get moving, work hard, and conquer some projects and wanting to rest, relax, and enjoy my time off. I feel like I really need to do both right now so I'm not sure what tomorrow will hold. I've got another day of inside work this week but a LOT of outside work, too, along with a day of shopping/errands to fit in somewhere. Somehow I'll need to make exercise and purposeful eating a part of the plan as well. :-S
Wednesday, March 2, 2011
Wednesday March 2, 2011 Quiet Day
Today's Good Things:
Restful day
Completed a couple small projects
Tried a new soup, good and healthy
skipped the pasta bake again
Today's Not So Good Things:
No exercise
Fought a headache all day
T.i.r.e.d.
Over on calories
Today my oldest was feeling sick. We took it easy, as I've been fighting a headache myself, though I'm pretty sure that's due to lack of sleep more than illness.
I felt so hungry today. Possibly b/c I've been under on calories the last couple of days. But I was genuinely hungry, not just eating out of habit. So, I'm over by a couple hundred calories today, but I think I needed them. I just wish I hadn't gone so Carb Heavy today to do it.
Dh worked late tonite, but is home safe and sound out of the snow and ice. We've had some crazy weather and while I enjoyed some gorgeous sunshine pouring in the afternoon, the ground is covered in white yet again tonite.
I am so ready for spring.
Restful day
Completed a couple small projects
Tried a new soup, good and healthy
skipped the pasta bake again
Today's Not So Good Things:
No exercise
Fought a headache all day
T.i.r.e.d.
Over on calories
Today my oldest was feeling sick. We took it easy, as I've been fighting a headache myself, though I'm pretty sure that's due to lack of sleep more than illness.
I felt so hungry today. Possibly b/c I've been under on calories the last couple of days. But I was genuinely hungry, not just eating out of habit. So, I'm over by a couple hundred calories today, but I think I needed them. I just wish I hadn't gone so Carb Heavy today to do it.
Dh worked late tonite, but is home safe and sound out of the snow and ice. We've had some crazy weather and while I enjoyed some gorgeous sunshine pouring in the afternoon, the ground is covered in white yet again tonite.
I am so ready for spring.
Sunday, February 20, 2011
Sunday February 20, 2011
Today is Sunday and is my day off from logging. The last few weeks that has meant that I've overeaten, even though I'm supposed to use it as a day to use what I've learned from logging and make wise choices on my own. It's been really hard to do with our Sunday habits. :(
Today was good, though. Instead of going out for the breakfast buffet on the way to church, I had a couple mini bagels with natural peanut butter. (bagels aren't what I consider a "healthy" breakfast, but they are a HUGE improvement over an all you can eat buffet. ;)) I packed the leftover tortellini soup that I made yesterday for lunch with fresh fruit and plain non-fat yogurt. We had that at my IL's after church and I had the tiniest bit of apple crisp for dessert.
That was really good, but boy was I craving (and even hinting to dh) to stop for a Whopper on the way home. I hate that! Being out makes me want drive-thru. So dumb! We eat mostly whole foods at home. I cringe at the idea of serving my family boxed and canned foods, yet I love eating at restaurants and fast food...and so does dh. Good thing is, we've enlisted our children to help us break the habit and they've been great about deterring us. So, we won that battle but dh still stopped for some potato chips on the way home. (his weakness ;-) ) Still, potato chips shared between 8 people (baby doesn't eat those yet) is much less than a whopper.
Tonite we enjoyed yummy Ranch beans and I have several other crockpots going to cook up the rest of the beans for the week. (we've learned to like beans here ) Now I'm craving pizza. I think it's because these are habits we've built and my brain is stuck in that mode. I just nibbled on some turkey breast and carrot sticks, hoping that will chase the silly pizza thoughts away.
It's almost time to nurse baby and head to bed for the night. I'm coming down with a head cold, so I'm hoping for a full night's rest. She's fighting something too, so I don't have high hopes. It's been a rough few nights.
I'm hoping to feel well enough to meet my exercise goals tomorrow. I've grown a bit slack the last few weeks and I'm wanting to get back on track.
Today was good, though. Instead of going out for the breakfast buffet on the way to church, I had a couple mini bagels with natural peanut butter. (bagels aren't what I consider a "healthy" breakfast, but they are a HUGE improvement over an all you can eat buffet. ;)) I packed the leftover tortellini soup that I made yesterday for lunch with fresh fruit and plain non-fat yogurt. We had that at my IL's after church and I had the tiniest bit of apple crisp for dessert.
That was really good, but boy was I craving (and even hinting to dh) to stop for a Whopper on the way home. I hate that! Being out makes me want drive-thru. So dumb! We eat mostly whole foods at home. I cringe at the idea of serving my family boxed and canned foods, yet I love eating at restaurants and fast food...and so does dh. Good thing is, we've enlisted our children to help us break the habit and they've been great about deterring us. So, we won that battle but dh still stopped for some potato chips on the way home. (his weakness ;-) ) Still, potato chips shared between 8 people (baby doesn't eat those yet) is much less than a whopper.
Tonite we enjoyed yummy Ranch beans and I have several other crockpots going to cook up the rest of the beans for the week. (we've learned to like beans here ) Now I'm craving pizza. I think it's because these are habits we've built and my brain is stuck in that mode. I just nibbled on some turkey breast and carrot sticks, hoping that will chase the silly pizza thoughts away.
It's almost time to nurse baby and head to bed for the night. I'm coming down with a head cold, so I'm hoping for a full night's rest. She's fighting something too, so I don't have high hopes. It's been a rough few nights.
I'm hoping to feel well enough to meet my exercise goals tomorrow. I've grown a bit slack the last few weeks and I'm wanting to get back on track.
Sunday, February 6, 2011
Thank You for Praying!
For those who are praying for me regarding my challenging sleep habits, THANK YOU!! This past weekend I've been able to get in 5 to 6 hours of straight sleep before waking for my usual "adjustments". ;-) I was also able to get in a few hours worth of nap on Saturday, leaving me feeling so much better and eager for the week ahead.
It's Sunday and I'm still working on rest so that I'm as ready as can be in the coming week. I'm praying the Lord keeps my mind stayed on Him as I seek His plans for me each day. I continue to keep my health goals in mind as I work out some needed changes in our home education plan. I'm looking forward to getting back on track with exercise this week while making wise food choices that strengthen my body.
Thank you, again, so much for praying. It's amazing what just a few extra hours of deep sleep can do for a body. I trust the Lord as I continue to seek Him in this season. He is certainly revealing to me the power and blessing of prayer.
It's Sunday and I'm still working on rest so that I'm as ready as can be in the coming week. I'm praying the Lord keeps my mind stayed on Him as I seek His plans for me each day. I continue to keep my health goals in mind as I work out some needed changes in our home education plan. I'm looking forward to getting back on track with exercise this week while making wise food choices that strengthen my body.
Thank you, again, so much for praying. It's amazing what just a few extra hours of deep sleep can do for a body. I trust the Lord as I continue to seek Him in this season. He is certainly revealing to me the power and blessing of prayer.
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