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Good Thursday Sparkfam! Its rainy & much cooler day here in Chicago. I pushed myself & hubby out of the bed with a big force. I did 30mins of strength training & then like a vacuum came & sucked the air of me, I sat there dazed & confused? What do I do next? I wanna finish my cardio portion of my workout but man I could really go for another 30mins of laying around. 
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VISUALLYRICS
6/25/2011 9:50PM
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The community cookout sounds like a great idea!  .....Are there any areas of volunteer work at your church? I get more involved in the mission outreach during the summer days.....definitely keeps me from being lazy....Lol! Report Inappropriate Comment |
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NISSANGIRL
6/24/2011 6:50AM
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I feel the same way Dee! I was on the go and full of energy when the weather was cooler, but now that it's so humid I tend to be a bit more lazy and not feel like working out. It's supposed to get a little cooler so I am looking forward to that. Hope you had a great time at the neighborhood picnic! sounds like fun!    
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RUTHXG
6/23/2011 12:19PM
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You know what--I would suggest starting with cardio, then doing strength training while your muscles are still warmed up. Then really good stretches afterward. Generally I find exercise invigorates me for the day & helps keep my energy UP. But if your home is hot in summer weather, you would feel more sluggish. It definitely may have to do with the weather. Hope you can perk up as the day goes on! Make sure not to overdo it on simple carbs (sugary foods & potatoes & such). Get some good protein in ya! So glad to hear about the smokeout tonight. Lay claim to your neighborhood! Folks from my church sometimes do prayer walks in ours.
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JGAL8123
6/23/2011 11:45AM
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Love the pic - that's how I feel some days! The coffee addict that I am, not sure what to suggest for non-caffeine energy boosts. I know that I feel really sluggish when I'm dehydrated - are you drinking enough water? Maybe start with a glass or two in the morning and see if it helps. Enjoy the smokeout! 
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Good Monday Sparkfam! What a wonderful Monday morning, it rained earlier & we didn't the humidity I thought we would. Tomorrow is another day. So I didn't do much over my week I donated a few hours to my job. I don't mind cause they always give us perks, like every other Friday off in the summer with pay. So how can I come in with anything but a smile on my face. lol
Well, yesterday I made a huge breakfast & I bought him a nice funny card, he loves those & a bottle of amaretto. The kids got him a nice eddy bauer shirt & a grilling set from eddy bauer. Well, he wanted to know if there was going to be more? Now, I don't want to sound like these days have to be totally out of control but have they? Just curious here in Chicago. If my kids bought me something, I would give them the extra monies if they needed. I keep my gifts under $40 cause I just like them fussing over me. They do an excellent job. In these times I can't expect them to go over that amount & still be able to make it through the week. So I wanted to put it to the most brilliant minds around my Sparkfamily! lol
Today, I walked some, will do kick boxing & legs & glutes tonight as I watch my tv programs. What about you? Are you being health or working towards it. Did well with my food today raisin bran 1%milk, banana, sm slice of pizza & a huge salad. Learning to love the lettuce without much dressing. lol Having grilled chicken & corn on the cobb for dinner with chocolate milk & orange juice.
God bless Sparkfam!!
Off & running!
Dee
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BIGDAD1211
6/22/2011 3:46PM
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I don't celebrate Father's day so I don't look forward to gifts and stuff like that. I am glad you all had a good time though!! 
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CIERAPOET
6/21/2011 7:37PM
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Happy Tuesday Dee! Glad you had a great weekend. I tell my son just by me a card. He likes to take me out to eat & that's not what I normally want to do. Give me the money. lol But I'm simple & I love being the giver. But I do fuss at both of my children who can't go to the Dollar store & buy me a .50 cent card or my dtr is an artist...make me one. lol I'm serious though. I always gave cards to my Mother no matter what. But I had a good Monday and worked out with all I planned. I start tracking it so I have to do it because I don't like having to take it off. You are doing great. I'm proud of you. Thanks for your encouragement! Blessings Deb 
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SMKRAS1950
6/21/2011 8:45AM
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Your day sounded great. But it will be humid today in Chicago. I was out at 5 am with the pooch and it was already humid out there. Family gave me a gift certificate for Barnes & Noble. More books to read on my Pandigital Reader they got me for Christmas last year. HAve a Great Tuesday.
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NISSANGIRL
6/21/2011 6:05AM
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I think what your husband got was wonderful and he should be grateful, maybe he was joking? it still sounds like it was a great day Dee!   
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NANCYE43
6/20/2011 8:43PM
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That's funny because I spent some time today with a friend who is a dad with grown children and he was very ungrateful for his gifts as well. His daughter got him a 30 cake, which is his favorite, and he wouldn't eat it! Something going around in the air?
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MELLYBEANS0919
6/20/2011 5:51PM
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I think people need to be more grateful for what they have - and that it is more about the thought than material things and spending time with family. I think what everyone got him was wonderful. Yes today I am being healthy - exercised, bought healthy food, eating healthy food. Have fun exercising watching your shows! Report Inappropriate Comment |
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RUTHXG
6/20/2011 5:50PM
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Is this "he" your husband, boyfriend, or dad? Either way, I would be a little upset if he asked for more after receiving those nice presents & that generous breakfast. I think limiting spending on family gifts is just necessary for financial health. My two cents! It IS a beautiful day in Chicago! You are eating right & taking good care of yourself. 
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ASHLEYVRONEK
6/20/2011 5:47PM
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Sounds like ya'll had such a great time yesterday! And keep up the great work with your exercising and your eating. I'll be doing my workout here in just a little bit.
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CANBDONE
6/20/2011 5:47PM
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Your Baby sounds like my kids...is that all there is? I tell them to say, "Thank you, I'm satisfied." We practice saying it three times!
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