Monday 28th February 2011
What a perfect way to end summer!! The weather was absolutely gorgeous and finally my new tablets from my visit to the doctor this morning started working as quick as this arvo!! I had to swap my fluid tablets to Lasix and it has made a huge difference!! My tummy is already half of it's size! This little guinea pig was finally given something that worked!!
After my trip to the doctor I went for a walk along the waterfront with my friend to catch up on the rest of the weekend. A lot can happen the half day after we last saw each other!! Then the night was ended with a bit of booty shaking and giggles at zumba. Although I was a bit worried after these tablets to shake or giggle too vigourously!! Things just aren't as reliable after having two kids!! lol
Only 3 more days left before I am a full time lady of leisure - finally things are looking up!!
Monday, February 28, 2011
Sunday, February 27, 2011
Making the most of the day
Sunday 27th February 2011
What a gorgeous day!! The weather is like something out of a postcard today and I am determined to make the most of it! We started the day by dropping our youngest off to a friends place so they can go to a funpark birthday party and then we set off to go to another birthday party. As usual it was the parents who were rowdier than the kids by pushing each other in the pool and going on the blow up bouncy slippery slide - although getting up certainly proved to be a challenge!
After the party it was back to reality and we had to do some groceries on the way home so I was a good little chicky and walked to the shops from the party while hubby went ahead and started on the groceries. It certainly made the shopping go a lot faster and I got time to fit in my exercise which was a bonus! I think it's now time to go and laze in the pool for the arvo - gotta love this Queensland weather!!
What a gorgeous day!! The weather is like something out of a postcard today and I am determined to make the most of it! We started the day by dropping our youngest off to a friends place so they can go to a funpark birthday party and then we set off to go to another birthday party. As usual it was the parents who were rowdier than the kids by pushing each other in the pool and going on the blow up bouncy slippery slide - although getting up certainly proved to be a challenge!
After the party it was back to reality and we had to do some groceries on the way home so I was a good little chicky and walked to the shops from the party while hubby went ahead and started on the groceries. It certainly made the shopping go a lot faster and I got time to fit in my exercise which was a bonus! I think it's now time to go and laze in the pool for the arvo - gotta love this Queensland weather!!
Saturday, February 26, 2011
Ups and Downs
Saturday 26th February 2011
Oh what a bugger of morning. We finally had someone put an offer in on the house but pity the rude so-and-so offered over $150k less than our list price!! Seriously stop wasting our time! On the upside instead of reaching for the chocolate or a glass of wine I decided to take a new approach and dye some of my hair pink instead! At least it's not adding any for excess fat to my butt!! However I don't think it would be a good habit to get into when I'm annoyed or my head may end up looking like a rainbow!!
I haven't had a chance to get out and do some exercise but I'm not too concerned about that today becaase I'm a bit busy but hopefully tomorrow will give me some time to do it instead.
At least the night is ending on a high note. I'm off to see an awesome medium named Jade-Sky with a group of my friends. Hopefully some answers might be come through because I sure as hell have a lot of questions!!
Oh what a bugger of morning. We finally had someone put an offer in on the house but pity the rude so-and-so offered over $150k less than our list price!! Seriously stop wasting our time! On the upside instead of reaching for the chocolate or a glass of wine I decided to take a new approach and dye some of my hair pink instead! At least it's not adding any for excess fat to my butt!! However I don't think it would be a good habit to get into when I'm annoyed or my head may end up looking like a rainbow!!
I haven't had a chance to get out and do some exercise but I'm not too concerned about that today becaase I'm a bit busy but hopefully tomorrow will give me some time to do it instead.
At least the night is ending on a high note. I'm off to see an awesome medium named Jade-Sky with a group of my friends. Hopefully some answers might be come through because I sure as hell have a lot of questions!!
Friday, February 25, 2011
These Shoes Are Made for Walking
Friday 25th February 2011
I got myself some new you beaut toning walking shoes online from Reebok and I have to say they are awesome!!!
I finally had a day to myself so I put it to good use. To start off the kids and I walked to school and then I walked back home again to spend the morning cleaning before I had to go back up to school to help with swimming and go to a literacy information session for parents. There was an hour between swimming and the info session so I made sure to make good use of that time too to go for another walk.
I certainly made sure I wore these shoes in and I have to say they definitely work, my butt, thighs, calves and belly are on fire!! What a great way to end my week! And to top it off these shoes actually look like normal shoes and not like they have a rubber bowl attached to the bottom of them! Whoever said it doesn't matter how you look when you exercise is full of it - of course it does when it comes to shoes!!
I got myself some new you beaut toning walking shoes online from Reebok and I have to say they are awesome!!!
I finally had a day to myself so I put it to good use. To start off the kids and I walked to school and then I walked back home again to spend the morning cleaning before I had to go back up to school to help with swimming and go to a literacy information session for parents. There was an hour between swimming and the info session so I made sure to make good use of that time too to go for another walk.
I certainly made sure I wore these shoes in and I have to say they definitely work, my butt, thighs, calves and belly are on fire!! What a great way to end my week! And to top it off these shoes actually look like normal shoes and not like they have a rubber bowl attached to the bottom of them! Whoever said it doesn't matter how you look when you exercise is full of it - of course it does when it comes to shoes!!
Thursday, February 24, 2011
The Home Stretch
Thursday 24th February 2011
One more week to go!! I can almost taste the freedom! However I don't know how well I'm going to be tasting the budget of only being a one income familly again! After this time next week I will have to have walking therapy instead of retail therapy. Hopefully that means that my butt will shrink back into my old clothes and it will be like having a new wardrobe anyway!! One thing I did get to do - I finally got to register for my pole dancing lessons and they should start next Wednesday which I'm pretty excited about!
It was another full on day today with work, kids dance, house inspections and shopping etc and I am absolutely beat! Unfortunately there has been no time again for any exercise but at least tomorrow I will have some time to go for a walk and get some cleaning done so that should burn a few calories!
All I can say is "roll on next week" so I can roll off some of this lard!!
One more week to go!! I can almost taste the freedom! However I don't know how well I'm going to be tasting the budget of only being a one income familly again! After this time next week I will have to have walking therapy instead of retail therapy. Hopefully that means that my butt will shrink back into my old clothes and it will be like having a new wardrobe anyway!! One thing I did get to do - I finally got to register for my pole dancing lessons and they should start next Wednesday which I'm pretty excited about!
It was another full on day today with work, kids dance, house inspections and shopping etc and I am absolutely beat! Unfortunately there has been no time again for any exercise but at least tomorrow I will have some time to go for a walk and get some cleaning done so that should burn a few calories!
All I can say is "roll on next week" so I can roll off some of this lard!!
Wednesday, February 23, 2011
I'll do it tomorrow
Wednesday 23rd February 2011
"I'll do it tomorrow" or "I'll start tomorrow". How many times do we say this!! If I had a dollar for everytime that I did then I would never have to work again!
I have had such a full on few weeks leading up to me finishing work that I haven't been as dedicated in my quest for fitness as I hoped! Also I have been a bit slack in the discipline area! But what can I say, when it comes to the choice of busting my butt and sweating like a man by myself or hanging out with good friends having fun it's a bit hard to stay disciplined!
Mind you I think the kilometres that I walked around the shopping centre should count for something. I am sure there would be a well worn track in some areas!
One thing I can happily report is that I am not feeling as tired as I was so I guess it was the whole burn out thing happening. No more blood tests have come back as yet but so far all is good! Phew! This week has definitely been a lot better than the past few!
"I'll do it tomorrow" or "I'll start tomorrow". How many times do we say this!! If I had a dollar for everytime that I did then I would never have to work again!
I have had such a full on few weeks leading up to me finishing work that I haven't been as dedicated in my quest for fitness as I hoped! Also I have been a bit slack in the discipline area! But what can I say, when it comes to the choice of busting my butt and sweating like a man by myself or hanging out with good friends having fun it's a bit hard to stay disciplined!
Mind you I think the kilometres that I walked around the shopping centre should count for something. I am sure there would be a well worn track in some areas!
One thing I can happily report is that I am not feeling as tired as I was so I guess it was the whole burn out thing happening. No more blood tests have come back as yet but so far all is good! Phew! This week has definitely been a lot better than the past few!
Tuesday, February 22, 2011
Happy Shoes equals Sad Feet and Angry Calves
Tuesday 22nd February 2011
I had my last meeting for work today and since the meetings are only once a month and are with really great people I always like to wear my happy shoes on those days. Happy shoes are totally impractical and usually rediculously high but ultra awesome shoes that I love to wear! I have always had a rather large shoe addiction and feel that you can never have too many pairs and there aren't enough happy shoes days in a week!
I knew from the moment I got out of the car this morning to walk the kids into school that my happy shoes were plotting against me but since I was so much taller than my usual 5ft 2inches I felt awesome. And of course if I was that much taller I am sure I would've looked a lot thinner (well I did in my mind anyway). I picture myself as a supermodel towering over great heights in awesome shoes and happy clothes (all great brand names in my mind of course - in reality nothing costs more than $10 each)
Anyway when I got back to pick up the kids from school I got a cramp in the top of my shoe which made me walk funny and by the time I got back home and peeled my shoes off my swollen feet they burst out of their restraints at warp speed and doubled their size. Now 3 hours later my calves feel like I have done about 8 hours of dancing non stop with a 50kg weight pack on. Here's hoping it actually gives me some muscle definition!!
I had my last meeting for work today and since the meetings are only once a month and are with really great people I always like to wear my happy shoes on those days. Happy shoes are totally impractical and usually rediculously high but ultra awesome shoes that I love to wear! I have always had a rather large shoe addiction and feel that you can never have too many pairs and there aren't enough happy shoes days in a week!
I knew from the moment I got out of the car this morning to walk the kids into school that my happy shoes were plotting against me but since I was so much taller than my usual 5ft 2inches I felt awesome. And of course if I was that much taller I am sure I would've looked a lot thinner (well I did in my mind anyway). I picture myself as a supermodel towering over great heights in awesome shoes and happy clothes (all great brand names in my mind of course - in reality nothing costs more than $10 each)
Anyway when I got back to pick up the kids from school I got a cramp in the top of my shoe which made me walk funny and by the time I got back home and peeled my shoes off my swollen feet they burst out of their restraints at warp speed and doubled their size. Now 3 hours later my calves feel like I have done about 8 hours of dancing non stop with a 50kg weight pack on. Here's hoping it actually gives me some muscle definition!!
Monday, February 21, 2011
Starting the Week on a High
Monday 21st February 2011
What a perfect way to start the week! My big girl turned 10 today so it was a day full of celebrations. I still had to work today but had a great day at work and since I am in the home stretch before I leave it isn't as stressful as it was before.
The day ended with a lovely dinner out for the birthday girl, completed with ice cream and candles and song. Now it's time to sit back with a cup of tea and a smile and wonder where the hell have the last 10 years gone!!!
Back to Zumba next Monday!
What a perfect way to start the week! My big girl turned 10 today so it was a day full of celebrations. I still had to work today but had a great day at work and since I am in the home stretch before I leave it isn't as stressful as it was before.
The day ended with a lovely dinner out for the birthday girl, completed with ice cream and candles and song. Now it's time to sit back with a cup of tea and a smile and wonder where the hell have the last 10 years gone!!!
Back to Zumba next Monday!
Sunday, February 20, 2011
The Waiting Game
Sunday 20th February 2011
Well we've had another full on weekend filled with open for inspections on the house and family time. We headed up the coast yesterday to spend some much needed time with the family. I always find after my weekends with the family I feel calmer and much happier. Despite all the stresses of life everything seems okay and I don't feel like wine or chocolate.
We had our usual issues with selling houses and all that junk. The latest was the real estate agent putting the wrong list price on the internet - aaarrrgh!! Instead of giving into the stresses and falling in a heap I feel okay.
There has been minimal exercise (except for the usual running around cleaning etc) but I'm not too worried about that. I have less than 2 weeks left of work so I will have more time during the weekdays to exercise and I should have all my blood test results back by tomorrow to know whether I feel so tired because I'm rundown or if there's something else. Either way it will be good to move on with more information.
Bring on the new week!! It starts with my eldest turning 10! Double digits!! Wow do I feel old!!! So no Zumba for me but a very happy birthday girl and a nice family evening :-)
Well we've had another full on weekend filled with open for inspections on the house and family time. We headed up the coast yesterday to spend some much needed time with the family. I always find after my weekends with the family I feel calmer and much happier. Despite all the stresses of life everything seems okay and I don't feel like wine or chocolate.
We had our usual issues with selling houses and all that junk. The latest was the real estate agent putting the wrong list price on the internet - aaarrrgh!! Instead of giving into the stresses and falling in a heap I feel okay.
There has been minimal exercise (except for the usual running around cleaning etc) but I'm not too worried about that. I have less than 2 weeks left of work so I will have more time during the weekdays to exercise and I should have all my blood test results back by tomorrow to know whether I feel so tired because I'm rundown or if there's something else. Either way it will be good to move on with more information.
Bring on the new week!! It starts with my eldest turning 10! Double digits!! Wow do I feel old!!! So no Zumba for me but a very happy birthday girl and a nice family evening :-)
Friday, February 18, 2011
Squeezing it in
Friday 18th February 2011
The title of this blog makes me laugh because the only thing usually squeezing it in is my butt into my shorts!! lol
After another busy day of appointments and school stuff (plus morning tea with a friend) I worked out I had an hour between helping out at school and picking the kids up in the arvo. Instead of going home and having a cuppa and a chocolate or something equally as sinful I put that time to good use and went walking with a friend. Not only was it a great use of time for exercise we also got some vitamin D and some great chatting time. So it was a perfect way to top off the school week.
I was even very good after school. Instead of the usual wine and cheese at a friends we had no alcohol and vege sticks with fresh home made guacamole.
Now it is time to finish the day off with a healthy soup (doctors orders) and get into the cleaning ready for another open house.
There will be no blog tomorrow but I will be back on blog on Sunday!
Have a great weekend :-)
The title of this blog makes me laugh because the only thing usually squeezing it in is my butt into my shorts!! lol
After another busy day of appointments and school stuff (plus morning tea with a friend) I worked out I had an hour between helping out at school and picking the kids up in the arvo. Instead of going home and having a cuppa and a chocolate or something equally as sinful I put that time to good use and went walking with a friend. Not only was it a great use of time for exercise we also got some vitamin D and some great chatting time. So it was a perfect way to top off the school week.
I was even very good after school. Instead of the usual wine and cheese at a friends we had no alcohol and vege sticks with fresh home made guacamole.
Now it is time to finish the day off with a healthy soup (doctors orders) and get into the cleaning ready for another open house.
There will be no blog tomorrow but I will be back on blog on Sunday!
Have a great weekend :-)
Thursday, February 17, 2011
On the Home Stretch
Thursday 17th February 2011
Only 2 more weeks of work left!! I can finally see the finish line and am looking forward to having more time to work on my fitness and well being.
I am always so drained (mentally and physically) after work that I have no energy left to muster up a workout. Mind you I'm usually running around like a mad thing so hopefully that burns a few calories. To top it off the kids have a busy afternoon so by the time we get home, have dinner and do homework/reading etc the only thing that get's a workout is my butt on the lounge. These are the days I miss my wine!!
Off for a walk tomorrow after my follow up eye test - I got myself some Reebok tone shoes on line for an awesome price and am dying to test them out!!!
Only 2 more weeks of work left!! I can finally see the finish line and am looking forward to having more time to work on my fitness and well being.
I am always so drained (mentally and physically) after work that I have no energy left to muster up a workout. Mind you I'm usually running around like a mad thing so hopefully that burns a few calories. To top it off the kids have a busy afternoon so by the time we get home, have dinner and do homework/reading etc the only thing that get's a workout is my butt on the lounge. These are the days I miss my wine!!
Off for a walk tomorrow after my follow up eye test - I got myself some Reebok tone shoes on line for an awesome price and am dying to test them out!!!
Wednesday, February 16, 2011
Hump Day
Wednesday 16th February 2011
What an awesome start to the day! One of my dearest friends called me last night with the good news that she's engaged to an absolutely awesome fellow!! I am still so excited that I feel totally intoxicated and I haven't even had a drink!!
After that things took a turn to the boring side since the next call I received was from by doctor asking me to come in and discuss my life insurance application. I'm wondering if I should be worried that I am being questioned on my life insurance application. Certainly makes me feel old!! Lucky it's nothing major but I had to have a blood test which I hate!! I have learnt in life not to trust anyone who says "it's only a little prick!" Lol. To top it off after that I had to go for a field test for my eyes which I failed also (somedays you just can't win a trick!!)
Anyway after all that excitement I had a mini retail therapy session on the way out from the eye test and am now indulging in a cup of tea and a chick flick!! Why are there not lemon laws on bodies!!
What an awesome start to the day! One of my dearest friends called me last night with the good news that she's engaged to an absolutely awesome fellow!! I am still so excited that I feel totally intoxicated and I haven't even had a drink!!
After that things took a turn to the boring side since the next call I received was from by doctor asking me to come in and discuss my life insurance application. I'm wondering if I should be worried that I am being questioned on my life insurance application. Certainly makes me feel old!! Lucky it's nothing major but I had to have a blood test which I hate!! I have learnt in life not to trust anyone who says "it's only a little prick!" Lol. To top it off after that I had to go for a field test for my eyes which I failed also (somedays you just can't win a trick!!)
Anyway after all that excitement I had a mini retail therapy session on the way out from the eye test and am now indulging in a cup of tea and a chick flick!! Why are there not lemon laws on bodies!!
Tuesday, February 15, 2011
Don't Try This At Home
Tuesday 15th February 2011
AAAhhh Tuesday! Gotta love Tuesdays! It is now my official happy shoe and movie day! I went with a friend today for a little retail therapy and an awesome chick flick!! Had a lot of laughs and even a little cry (because I am a big softy who cries in most movies!!)
After an awesome day and still feeling on such a high I decided to do one of my Zumba dvds at home. The kids joined in with me which certainly made me feel even more uncoordinated that I do normally. Where the hell did they get all their energy and rhythm!! Oh to be young again!
All in all it's been a perfect therapy day full of all the important things (shoes, friends, shopping, movies, laughing and even dancing!!) I love this form of self medication!!
AAAhhh Tuesday! Gotta love Tuesdays! It is now my official happy shoe and movie day! I went with a friend today for a little retail therapy and an awesome chick flick!! Had a lot of laughs and even a little cry (because I am a big softy who cries in most movies!!)
After an awesome day and still feeling on such a high I decided to do one of my Zumba dvds at home. The kids joined in with me which certainly made me feel even more uncoordinated that I do normally. Where the hell did they get all their energy and rhythm!! Oh to be young again!
All in all it's been a perfect therapy day full of all the important things (shoes, friends, shopping, movies, laughing and even dancing!!) I love this form of self medication!!
Monday, February 14, 2011
I Zumba Like Puumba
Monday 14th February 2011
Happy Valentines Day!
Another classic night at Zumba! I should've known it would be a goody when I put on my camo pants that I was ready for action!
As usual I totally sucked at it and spent more time laughing than anything else. Everytime I move I have visions of Puumba out of the Lion King dancing around and shaking his booty to Hakuna Matata and think there is a slight resemblance!(except I don't have those wart hog tusky things!)
I also think my hips must be getting rusty with age (along with any shred of sex appeal I may have possessed) because they don't seem to get the flexibility or bounce that they used to and I seem to have the rhythm of a walrus (no wonder I have the body to match!). All I can say thank God I don't have to rely on my body for income or it might be a poor year! lol
I don't know if anyone else feels the same but why is it that everytime I get back into a class type environment my whole maturity level drops about 20 points and I get the fits of giggles and always seem to have forgotten to mention something so important that couldn't wait till the end of the class. I am just waiting for the day that the teacher separates me from my friends. If that happens I hope the kids don't find out or I'll never hear the end of it since I'm always lecturing them about not being silly in class!
If Zumba is this bad, I am dreading to see what my first pole dancing class will be like! I just hope the poles are reinforced! Maybe I should just stick to pump!
Happy Valentines Day!
Another classic night at Zumba! I should've known it would be a goody when I put on my camo pants that I was ready for action!
As usual I totally sucked at it and spent more time laughing than anything else. Everytime I move I have visions of Puumba out of the Lion King dancing around and shaking his booty to Hakuna Matata and think there is a slight resemblance!(except I don't have those wart hog tusky things!)
I also think my hips must be getting rusty with age (along with any shred of sex appeal I may have possessed) because they don't seem to get the flexibility or bounce that they used to and I seem to have the rhythm of a walrus (no wonder I have the body to match!). All I can say thank God I don't have to rely on my body for income or it might be a poor year! lol
I don't know if anyone else feels the same but why is it that everytime I get back into a class type environment my whole maturity level drops about 20 points and I get the fits of giggles and always seem to have forgotten to mention something so important that couldn't wait till the end of the class. I am just waiting for the day that the teacher separates me from my friends. If that happens I hope the kids don't find out or I'll never hear the end of it since I'm always lecturing them about not being silly in class!
If Zumba is this bad, I am dreading to see what my first pole dancing class will be like! I just hope the poles are reinforced! Maybe I should just stick to pump!
Sunday, February 13, 2011
I'm Spinning Around (well I'm gonna be anyway)
Sunday 13th February 2011
Today we didn't have to leave the house for any reason and my body totally crashed today! It was one of those days where I struggled to get off the lounge and I couldn't even muster the strength to bother eating lunch. Instead of fighting it and making myself even more tired I gave into it today and just flaked out on the lounge for most of today and I have to say that I feel a lot better for it!
One upside of flaking out on the lounge all day is that I got a great deal on a pole dancing course! $20 for a 6 week course is a bargain!! And since I'm the type of person who gets bored with doing the same exercises everyday this is something that is totally different so I am very excited about it!!
So back I go to flaking out on the lounge watching crappy teenage chick flicks where life is so tragic but has a great happy ending. Poor hubby is definitely outvoted when it comes to the pick of the flicks!
Today we didn't have to leave the house for any reason and my body totally crashed today! It was one of those days where I struggled to get off the lounge and I couldn't even muster the strength to bother eating lunch. Instead of fighting it and making myself even more tired I gave into it today and just flaked out on the lounge for most of today and I have to say that I feel a lot better for it!
One upside of flaking out on the lounge all day is that I got a great deal on a pole dancing course! $20 for a 6 week course is a bargain!! And since I'm the type of person who gets bored with doing the same exercises everyday this is something that is totally different so I am very excited about it!!
So back I go to flaking out on the lounge watching crappy teenage chick flicks where life is so tragic but has a great happy ending. Poor hubby is definitely outvoted when it comes to the pick of the flicks!
Saturday, February 12, 2011
Open for Inspection
Saturday 12th February 2011
What a huge day!! I woke up this morning to my youngest daughter's latest compliment which was
We were up super early and getting everything ready in the house for our open for inspection. Had to have most of it done before 8am when I had an appointment for a health screening for life insurance, which thank God didn't involve any needles!!
Just to add to the excitement of our busy morning our dog decided to sneak out (and I still don't know how she snuck out) and was escorted back to our place by our police officer neighbour whose house she has snuck into. Hubby said if she's the only girl ever to be police escorted home then he'll be happy!
After a day full of appointments and avoiding the house while the open for inspection was on I haven't had the chance to fit in any walks today since we're off to babysit for a friend today! Gees no wonder I'm exhausted!! Phew I'm just exhausted reading it!!
What a huge day!! I woke up this morning to my youngest daughter's latest compliment which was
We were up super early and getting everything ready in the house for our open for inspection. Had to have most of it done before 8am when I had an appointment for a health screening for life insurance, which thank God didn't involve any needles!!
Just to add to the excitement of our busy morning our dog decided to sneak out (and I still don't know how she snuck out) and was escorted back to our place by our police officer neighbour whose house she has snuck into. Hubby said if she's the only girl ever to be police escorted home then he'll be happy!
After a day full of appointments and avoiding the house while the open for inspection was on I haven't had the chance to fit in any walks today since we're off to babysit for a friend today! Gees no wonder I'm exhausted!! Phew I'm just exhausted reading it!!
Friday, February 11, 2011
TGIF
Friday 11th February 2011
Wow what a huge week and it's still going! I caved to the attack of the excuses and lazies this morning and ended up driving the kids to school because it looked like it might rain because I am totally soft! However I had a lovely morning with a group of friends over for a morning tea and giggles and I was very conscious not to go silly with the baked goodies so that's a step in the right direction.
The sleepy feeling is still hanging around and it's not only me. Poor kids and hubby are also very tired so it will be an early night all round to gear up for a busy weekend!
For now though I think it is time to put my feet up and enjoy my family and recharge the batteries. Will have to make sure to do some extra exercises tomorrow to make up for todays softness! Oh how I would kill for a lazy wine right now!
Wow what a huge week and it's still going! I caved to the attack of the excuses and lazies this morning and ended up driving the kids to school because it looked like it might rain because I am totally soft! However I had a lovely morning with a group of friends over for a morning tea and giggles and I was very conscious not to go silly with the baked goodies so that's a step in the right direction.
The sleepy feeling is still hanging around and it's not only me. Poor kids and hubby are also very tired so it will be an early night all round to gear up for a busy weekend!
For now though I think it is time to put my feet up and enjoy my family and recharge the batteries. Will have to make sure to do some extra exercises tomorrow to make up for todays softness! Oh how I would kill for a lazy wine right now!
Thursday, February 10, 2011
Recipe for Disaster!
Thursday 10th February 2011
Here is my secret recipe for a walking disaster.....
Ingredients
2 mothers
4 children
1 crazy stinky furry stupid dog
1 powerwave scooter
a dash of dog drool
a busy esplanade
Mix them all together and walk for a Guaranteed disaster!
Gees what a walk!! We have been far too spoilt with out nice peaceful chatty walks during school time! It definitely wasn't as mellow this arvo as what it is usually and we didn't get to walk as fast or as far or have our usual chin wag (I think missing the chatting was the most tragic part!). But on the positive side my abs are burning from trying to hold back a 42kg furry ball of stupidity. I think the lowest point for me was when the dog went on one side of the pole and I went on the other and no matter what I did she wouldn't budge!!
But hey at least we got some sort of a walk in no matter how disastrous it was!! Oh how I would love to have a therapy wine right now! I will have to settle for a sparkling water in a pretty wine glass instead!
Here is my secret recipe for a walking disaster.....
Ingredients
2 mothers
4 children
1 crazy stinky furry stupid dog
1 powerwave scooter
a dash of dog drool
a busy esplanade
Mix them all together and walk for a Guaranteed disaster!
Gees what a walk!! We have been far too spoilt with out nice peaceful chatty walks during school time! It definitely wasn't as mellow this arvo as what it is usually and we didn't get to walk as fast or as far or have our usual chin wag (I think missing the chatting was the most tragic part!). But on the positive side my abs are burning from trying to hold back a 42kg furry ball of stupidity. I think the lowest point for me was when the dog went on one side of the pole and I went on the other and no matter what I did she wouldn't budge!!
But hey at least we got some sort of a walk in no matter how disastrous it was!! Oh how I would love to have a therapy wine right now! I will have to settle for a sparkling water in a pretty wine glass instead!
Wednesday, February 9, 2011
Seeing the Signs
Wednesday 9th February 2011
Gees I am totally fagged today!! I feel like I haven't been hit by just a wave of exhaustion but by the whole tsunami!!
I had to work this morning and do some running around so that kept me going luckily but it all went to pot about lunch time. Finally I have released all the mental stress of work since I handed in my notice last week and my body has stopped as well. You know the feeling. It's like when you go on holidays you always seem to start off okay and then on about day 3 you can feel yourself winding down and shutting down all at the same moment and it's usually at that time you catch a cold or a sore throat! Luckily now that I am thinking clearly I can recognise what is happening so I'm not pushing myself so I can recover quicker and continue my quest to the new and better model of me!
I bought a 10 visit pass to Bikram Yoga to help stretch out the knots. It's something I have always wanted to try so I am looking forward to giving it a go, then I think I will have to look at getting back into the meditation.! This new goddess temple that will be my body is getting renovated inside and out!!
Gees I am totally fagged today!! I feel like I haven't been hit by just a wave of exhaustion but by the whole tsunami!!
I had to work this morning and do some running around so that kept me going luckily but it all went to pot about lunch time. Finally I have released all the mental stress of work since I handed in my notice last week and my body has stopped as well. You know the feeling. It's like when you go on holidays you always seem to start off okay and then on about day 3 you can feel yourself winding down and shutting down all at the same moment and it's usually at that time you catch a cold or a sore throat! Luckily now that I am thinking clearly I can recognise what is happening so I'm not pushing myself so I can recover quicker and continue my quest to the new and better model of me!
I bought a 10 visit pass to Bikram Yoga to help stretch out the knots. It's something I have always wanted to try so I am looking forward to giving it a go, then I think I will have to look at getting back into the meditation.! This new goddess temple that will be my body is getting renovated inside and out!!
Tuesday, February 8, 2011
Girly Time
Tuesday 8th February 2011
I have been a total slacker today!! After having no official work or mum commitments I decided to rebel against life and have a selfish day. There is nothing better than some girly shopping and an awesome movie to celebrate mum time so I put on a pair of my happy shoes (you know the ones that look awesome and have about a six inch heel that absolutely kill your feet!) and raced out of the school as fast as my happy shoes could take me!!
My friend and I started our mum date with a couple of hours of retail therapy and then it was off to the movies to Burlesque!! Talk about being in movie heaven!! Not only did I get a whole popcorn and frozen coke all to myself, I also got to watch a whole movie without being asked one single question and to top it off the movie was absolutely awesome!! It had the perfect mix of entertainment, star power, awesome music and eye candy so it ticked all the boxes of the ultimate chick flick list!
Now that I am home I am feeling totally blissed out and am chilling out with my girls. I just wish I could say the same about my feet which clearly don't love my happy shoes as much as I do!!
Back to the grind again tomorrow, especially if I want to have one of the awesome bods like the girls had in Burlesque!!
I have been a total slacker today!! After having no official work or mum commitments I decided to rebel against life and have a selfish day. There is nothing better than some girly shopping and an awesome movie to celebrate mum time so I put on a pair of my happy shoes (you know the ones that look awesome and have about a six inch heel that absolutely kill your feet!) and raced out of the school as fast as my happy shoes could take me!!
My friend and I started our mum date with a couple of hours of retail therapy and then it was off to the movies to Burlesque!! Talk about being in movie heaven!! Not only did I get a whole popcorn and frozen coke all to myself, I also got to watch a whole movie without being asked one single question and to top it off the movie was absolutely awesome!! It had the perfect mix of entertainment, star power, awesome music and eye candy so it ticked all the boxes of the ultimate chick flick list!
Now that I am home I am feeling totally blissed out and am chilling out with my girls. I just wish I could say the same about my feet which clearly don't love my happy shoes as much as I do!!
Back to the grind again tomorrow, especially if I want to have one of the awesome bods like the girls had in Burlesque!!
Monday, February 7, 2011
Shake what ya mama gave ya!
Monday 7th February 2011
The awesome feeling of calm keeps continuing! I just hope this reflects in my body especially blood pressure and my kidneys!!
Tonight was Zumba night and it's hard not to Zumba with a smile on your face! Especially when you're an uncoordinated as I am. I feel sorry for the poor people behind me who have to watch my pathetic attempts at dancing! I am sure my ass looks like two big balloons of jelly fighting with each other!
I also can't help but try to trick myself into thinking that because I move in the general direction as the instructor that I definitely must look as coordinated and thin as she is. Poor deluded me, my brain must be starved of oxygen!! Thank God there are no mirrors or dvd cameras!!
I came home covered in sweat and smelling like a man so I must have been working hard enough (it doesn't seem as painful when you're enjoying it!!) An hour after and I'm still hyped with a big goofy grin from ear to ear - wouldn't it be good if you could bottle this feeling!!
The awesome feeling of calm keeps continuing! I just hope this reflects in my body especially blood pressure and my kidneys!!
Tonight was Zumba night and it's hard not to Zumba with a smile on your face! Especially when you're an uncoordinated as I am. I feel sorry for the poor people behind me who have to watch my pathetic attempts at dancing! I am sure my ass looks like two big balloons of jelly fighting with each other!
I also can't help but try to trick myself into thinking that because I move in the general direction as the instructor that I definitely must look as coordinated and thin as she is. Poor deluded me, my brain must be starved of oxygen!! Thank God there are no mirrors or dvd cameras!!
I came home covered in sweat and smelling like a man so I must have been working hard enough (it doesn't seem as painful when you're enjoying it!!) An hour after and I'm still hyped with a big goofy grin from ear to ear - wouldn't it be good if you could bottle this feeling!!
Sunday, February 6, 2011
Kung Hei Fat Choi
SUNDAY 6TH FEB 2011 - I have changed the days to dates, they're easier to remember!
Kilos Lost: no weigh in today
I woke up today and instead of my youngest daughter saying good morning she said "gees mum your boobs are extra jiggly this morning!" I am still trying to work out if it's because they're getting bigger or smaller!! lol
Had an awesome day today with the fam and a friend and her fam. We headed into Chinatown to Celebrate Chinese New Year. The kids loved the lion dancing and martial arts demos. We also got some nice new things for the house to bring luck and good health. It was nice to have a happy family day and work on our emotional health instead of the physical health. I think emotional and mental health is just as important as exercise to feel good.
I have realised that to maintain my strength and positive mind and attitude I need to surround myself with strong and positive people to encourage me on my quest for health! I know I am the type of person who seems to feed off others energies (good and bad) and I felt so low for so long trying to please everyone and I can't set a good example for my kids if I can't live by what I say. I know we can't be positive all the time but I am just changing how I cope with the bad stuff to get through it quicker. I am positive I will fail every now and then but I'm also positive that I will pick myself back up again and forge ahead despite the setbacks.
I will be back onto the physical exercise again tomorrow with Zumba in the evening and some strengthening exercises after that!
Kilos Lost: no weigh in today
I woke up today and instead of my youngest daughter saying good morning she said "gees mum your boobs are extra jiggly this morning!" I am still trying to work out if it's because they're getting bigger or smaller!! lol
Had an awesome day today with the fam and a friend and her fam. We headed into Chinatown to Celebrate Chinese New Year. The kids loved the lion dancing and martial arts demos. We also got some nice new things for the house to bring luck and good health. It was nice to have a happy family day and work on our emotional health instead of the physical health. I think emotional and mental health is just as important as exercise to feel good.
I have realised that to maintain my strength and positive mind and attitude I need to surround myself with strong and positive people to encourage me on my quest for health! I know I am the type of person who seems to feed off others energies (good and bad) and I felt so low for so long trying to please everyone and I can't set a good example for my kids if I can't live by what I say. I know we can't be positive all the time but I am just changing how I cope with the bad stuff to get through it quicker. I am positive I will fail every now and then but I'm also positive that I will pick myself back up again and forge ahead despite the setbacks.
I will be back onto the physical exercise again tomorrow with Zumba in the evening and some strengthening exercises after that!
Saturday, February 5, 2011
Weekend Warrior
DAY 12
Kilos Lost - didn't check today
What a busy weekend, and it's only lunchtime Saturday!!
We had an open house this morning which means everyone up early and cleaning, mowing and cooking done. While the open house was on hubby had to work so the girls and I took the dog for a nice long hour walk. The poor dog got halfway and was exhausted and so were the kids! It's a nice change to have the kids lagging behind complaining that they're tired instead of me! At one stage they asked if I could get a saddle for the dog but considering she had decided to sit down mid walk and not move I didn't think they'd get very far!
I think there may be a few more family walks like this to get everyone in shape. Now it's time for a nice leisurely afternoon swim before the girls have to get ready for a birthday party this arvo.
I am really loving this new outdoorsy mum. I am slowly replacing my fluorescent light pasty skin with a nice healthy glowing skin and a smile :-)
Kilos Lost - didn't check today
What a busy weekend, and it's only lunchtime Saturday!!
We had an open house this morning which means everyone up early and cleaning, mowing and cooking done. While the open house was on hubby had to work so the girls and I took the dog for a nice long hour walk. The poor dog got halfway and was exhausted and so were the kids! It's a nice change to have the kids lagging behind complaining that they're tired instead of me! At one stage they asked if I could get a saddle for the dog but considering she had decided to sit down mid walk and not move I didn't think they'd get very far!
I think there may be a few more family walks like this to get everyone in shape. Now it's time for a nice leisurely afternoon swim before the girls have to get ready for a birthday party this arvo.
I am really loving this new outdoorsy mum. I am slowly replacing my fluorescent light pasty skin with a nice healthy glowing skin and a smile :-)
Friday, February 4, 2011
A Step in the Right Direction
DAY 11
Kilos lost - 2 and it's all fluid that was gained the day before!
I am loving these fluid tablets!! My body is starting to shrink and I can now swallow again!! I can't wait to break out my happy shoes again!!
The kids and I walked to school this morning and after a quick Mango Crash with a friend (no coffee allowed!!) we went down to the waterfront for a 4km walk and a swim. Unfortunately the pool was closed due to a swimming carnival but at least the intention was there!
Today is probably the first day in a long time where I haven't felt like everything was doom and gloom and nothing was ever going to happen again! It is so true, exercising definitely makes you feel a lot better, physically as well as mentally, and exercising with friends is even better!!
Now time to go and jump back into the pool again and have a Friday arvo water instead of wine! Have a great weekend!
Kilos lost - 2 and it's all fluid that was gained the day before!
I am loving these fluid tablets!! My body is starting to shrink and I can now swallow again!! I can't wait to break out my happy shoes again!!
The kids and I walked to school this morning and after a quick Mango Crash with a friend (no coffee allowed!!) we went down to the waterfront for a 4km walk and a swim. Unfortunately the pool was closed due to a swimming carnival but at least the intention was there!
Today is probably the first day in a long time where I haven't felt like everything was doom and gloom and nothing was ever going to happen again! It is so true, exercising definitely makes you feel a lot better, physically as well as mentally, and exercising with friends is even better!!
Now time to go and jump back into the pool again and have a Friday arvo water instead of wine! Have a great weekend!
Thursday, February 3, 2011
Birthday Beginnings
DAY 10
Kilos Lost - who cares, it's my birthday!!
Today has been the complete opposite of yesterday!! After such a shock in the morning yesterday hubby and I decided now is the time to take action to set me on the road of recovery so I can keep growing older. Last night (at my doctor's recommendation) I gave notice to my work so I will be finishing up at the end of the month. This will give me more time to get better and to get my health and fitness back on track!
So yesterday was a day of endings and today is a day of beginnings!!
To start with The Year of the Rabbit started today (and it's also my birthday) and in Chinese Astrology I am a rabbit. I take this as a lucky sign that this is going to be my year!! After a horrible past 18 months things are now looking up and I am now looking forward to the future instead of fearing it!
I have replaced my birthday wine with birthday water to help with the flushing of my kidneys so I am feeling fit and fresh and ready to take on the world!! Tomorrow I will be tying up my laces and hitting the pavement again!
This little rabbit is on a roll!!
Kilos Lost - who cares, it's my birthday!!
Today has been the complete opposite of yesterday!! After such a shock in the morning yesterday hubby and I decided now is the time to take action to set me on the road of recovery so I can keep growing older. Last night (at my doctor's recommendation) I gave notice to my work so I will be finishing up at the end of the month. This will give me more time to get better and to get my health and fitness back on track!
So yesterday was a day of endings and today is a day of beginnings!!
To start with The Year of the Rabbit started today (and it's also my birthday) and in Chinese Astrology I am a rabbit. I take this as a lucky sign that this is going to be my year!! After a horrible past 18 months things are now looking up and I am now looking forward to the future instead of fearing it!
I have replaced my birthday wine with birthday water to help with the flushing of my kidneys so I am feeling fit and fresh and ready to take on the world!! Tomorrow I will be tying up my laces and hitting the pavement again!
This little rabbit is on a roll!!
Wednesday, February 2, 2011
Flushed Away
DAY 9
Kilos lost ????
Woke up this morning with my throat swollen. Thought I would go to the doctors to get something to get rid of whatever lurgy I had picked up fast so I could keep going with the fitness! What a mistake that was!! I was given a huge slap in the face by reality and am still a little bit disturbed by the fact that I am no longer young and resilient! It probably doesn't help that another birthday is rearing it's head! lol
The reason I have been so gung-ho on my exercising and help is that I have been battling with high blood pressure most of my life which has slowly gotten worse over the past year or so. I have always joked that I am just a high performance vehicle but I guess now I will have to take things a little more seriously. I found out that my throat (along with my feet, fingers, hands and ankles) is retaining too much fluid because my kidneys are not working properly. Mix that in with my blood pressure and my high stress levels and my reality check is not too pretty!
Now it is the time to definitely get my life in order and make some changes. One thing I know is definite - no more wine until my kidneys are working properly (omg - that is going to be torture!!) The rest I guess I'll work out with hubby when he gets home from work and I can get my head around it.
All I can say is "watch this space" I feel big changes coming on!
On a positive note my Tower 200 is waiting for me to pick up from the Post Office, I now have the door and I'll soon have the gym!!
Kilos lost ????
Woke up this morning with my throat swollen. Thought I would go to the doctors to get something to get rid of whatever lurgy I had picked up fast so I could keep going with the fitness! What a mistake that was!! I was given a huge slap in the face by reality and am still a little bit disturbed by the fact that I am no longer young and resilient! It probably doesn't help that another birthday is rearing it's head! lol
The reason I have been so gung-ho on my exercising and help is that I have been battling with high blood pressure most of my life which has slowly gotten worse over the past year or so. I have always joked that I am just a high performance vehicle but I guess now I will have to take things a little more seriously. I found out that my throat (along with my feet, fingers, hands and ankles) is retaining too much fluid because my kidneys are not working properly. Mix that in with my blood pressure and my high stress levels and my reality check is not too pretty!
Now it is the time to definitely get my life in order and make some changes. One thing I know is definite - no more wine until my kidneys are working properly (omg - that is going to be torture!!) The rest I guess I'll work out with hubby when he gets home from work and I can get my head around it.
All I can say is "watch this space" I feel big changes coming on!
On a positive note my Tower 200 is waiting for me to pick up from the Post Office, I now have the door and I'll soon have the gym!!
Tuesday, February 1, 2011
Working Out My Worries
DAY 8
Kilos lost - I forgot to check!
I can't believe how exhausted you feel after such a horrible day before!! It would've been so easy to not go for a morning walk this morning, especially when it was raining too. But I swapped my cranky pants for walking pants and headed out for an hour or so of exercising bliss where nothing else mattered! And to top it off I didn't even get one phone call from work!!
A 5km walk and a half hour swim certainly shakes off the miseries (even if it is for a minimal amount of time) I just wish I could bottle it!!
Kilos lost - I forgot to check!
I can't believe how exhausted you feel after such a horrible day before!! It would've been so easy to not go for a morning walk this morning, especially when it was raining too. But I swapped my cranky pants for walking pants and headed out for an hour or so of exercising bliss where nothing else mattered! And to top it off I didn't even get one phone call from work!!
A 5km walk and a half hour swim certainly shakes off the miseries (even if it is for a minimal amount of time) I just wish I could bottle it!!
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