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Happy Sunday Veteran's day! 
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MUSTANG_SALLY2
11/13/2012 10:41AM
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I'm really struggling. I'm still walking. I love to do that but not tracking things. I'm tired of being stressed out. I just wanna live and be me. Make good choices and move. Let the rest take care of itself. I was getting myself all stressed out and hated it. Enough of that way of life for me. I can't believe it's nearly Thanksgiving! When did that happen??? Ugh. I hope you had some warm and sunny days this weekend. It was nice on Sunday in Michigan. 
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BIGMAMAT
11/12/2012 3:22PM
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Yay!! a fit bit:) That's exciting!!!! What am I doing differently? Well, I have decided I am not weighing myself for the next month. (It's exactly one month to 12/12/12. ) That in itself might kill me. lol. I am trying really hard to snack healthy. I have discovered that I love edemame. And of course my sugar snap peas. Just trying to stay focused . I'll be checking in on you. hugs. T
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DAISY443
11/12/2012 8:37AM
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Good for you! Wind chill here is 11 degrees! Does shivering count as cardio?
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BAYBELIEVER
11/12/2012 7:57AM
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I love it! I can just see you up there encouraging and, oh perhaps, just shaming people, in a good way, into participating! Way to go! Glad you had so much fun and everyone else did too!
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CELLISTA1
11/12/2012 3:31AM
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Sounds like you were really in your element as the MC. Ms. Personality! Hmm, what am I going to do differently? I think I'll just choose a different focus point this week: water. I noticed over the last few weeks that I haven't been drinking enough water, so I'll be more conscious about it this week. I had a hard week last week at work and doing too much in general so I want to slow down and pay attention this week. I had acupuncture yesterday and just felt the stress draining from my body. Tonight my friend and I walked to the Hollywood Bowl and back for the Streisand concert so I had a nice hilly walk in addition to the fabulous concert. Let me know if you think the fitbit is worthwhile. I got one of those watches that gives you heart rate and calories burned and I got bored with it very quickly. It's hard to keep taking your heart rate every time you increase or decrease your activity. Not too bad on a walk, but completely impossible in belly dance class or Pilates. Maybe a fitbit would be better. Report Inappropriate Comment |
Hi folks,
Hope you had a good week and have something to be looking forward to this week.
I have noticed alot of posts about being thankful this month (challenges, thanksgiving etc).
I think it is really important to be thankful becuase no matter how bad things can be sometimes, there is always something to be thankful for.
I see the coverage of the east coast devastation from the safety of my california home and I cannot imagine what those folks are going through. I have donated to the redcross and I hope you will find a way, however small, to help those who are suffering.
You can always pray or send good thoughts. It doesnt cost a thing but a moment of your time.
Meanwhile, I want to tell you why I am thankful today.
My husband is a great guy. But sometimes, he just blows me away.
Today, we went to walk Stitchy. When we got out of the truck, he had a shovel. I asked him, "what are you gonna do, kill me and bury me? LOL." He said no (thank goodness) and he started chopping and shoveling tumbleweeds that had been growing over our path. For a quarter of a mile, I walked behind my hubby as he cleared a path so I didnt get scratchy and stickery.
I mean, really? How adorable is that? How charming and thoughtful and well, MANLY is that? I felt like a dainty little cherished princess.
After the quarter mile, the area we walk opens up and we are clear. He carried the shovel the whole time cause he said, "ya never know!" He looked pretty sexy carrying that shovel today and I told him so!
Im thankful to have the kind of man who would do these things for me and I want to be the kind of woman who would equally do something to make his life easier. I dont think I was for awhile. I was too focused on me and I was too caught up in my own head.
Not anymore. Starting this weight loss has been so much more, it has started me on my path, free of tumbleweeds, to living and enjoying my life.
Today, I want to know what you are thankful for. Lay it on me.
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IMIN2GENES
11/7/2012 8:58PM
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What I sweetie! You should keep him... Let's see... today I'm thankful that I still have a shred of sanity and that my DH can maintain his patience with DD and her homework. Sometimes it's quite a challenge! Report Inappropriate Comment |
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REMEMBER2BME
11/6/2012 4:08PM
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Great blog. That is pretty amazing. I love it. That is one great guy! I am pleased to say, I have one of my own.
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DIFROMWYOMING
11/6/2012 12:29AM
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You do have a good man. And I think it's wonderful that you are seeing your path free of tumbleweeds... 
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MUSICALLYMINDED
11/5/2012 8:22PM
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How sweet! I am thankful to have created a healthy lifestyle for myself that will hopefully help me to continue to grow this healthy baby girl inside me and create a better life for her than she would have had otherwise. I am also thankful for a loving, sweet husband would also show me a romantic gesture like yours does for you. I love that it makes my girlfriends jealous when I tell them all the great things he does for me!  Isn't it great?
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CANNIE50
11/5/2012 7:25PM
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What a sweetheart of a man - I think the quiet, simple, thoughtful gestures are the most romantic. I always like hearing about the Jan/Frank love story - it's a good one. I am grateful for the freedom to shape my own schedule, for the most part. I am grateful to be married to a good man who works very hard. I am appreciative for a body that works pretty well. I am grateful to have had the energy today, to have a very productive day, and I am glad that I don't have to go anywhere this evening. I am grateful that it is convenient to contribute to the Red Cross and that if enough of us do so, we can contribute enough to ease some suffering. I am terribly grateful that today was a gorgeous fall day - warm, calm and sunny - I wish people on the east coast could experience some peaceful days so they can begin the long road to healing and rebuilding. And, I am grateful for you, and your friendship, and your wisdom, and your blogs. 
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SARAWALKS
11/5/2012 4:32PM
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I'm thankful for my good friends who ask me to go walking and who bake pumpkin bread when the choir is having a bake sale! I'm thankful I'm healthy and able to do things for them too, like picking up items at the store, going out to eat, sharing tips about recipes and exercise, passing on nice clothes that I don't wear any more...for a little community of folks in my choir and church that care about each other. Also very thankful that my house is nearly paid off and that I like living here and walking everywhere!   
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KITT52
11/5/2012 1:00PM
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I'm grateful for my DH too, and for the many blessing I have....
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CELLISTA1
11/5/2012 11:40AM
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Hmm, let's see. I am thankful for so many things: my beautiful little house in this gorgeous environment in the hills but in the middle of a big city at the same time; my beautiful daughter who is the apple of my eye even at 37 years old; a good job in the arts that sustains my lifestyle and allows me flexibility; my little grand-daughters who love me; my mop dog, Cassie; my red car; the roses on the table in front of me right now; I could go on all day!
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BAYBELIEVER
11/5/2012 11:04AM
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Aaaah. That is so sweet and so nice. And I am glad that you are seeing that your path is free of tumbleweeds in all areas of your life!
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-POOKIE-
11/5/2012 10:42AM
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this blog made me smile!!
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MUSTANG_SALLY2
11/5/2012 10:26AM
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I think you could make some money renting him out! LOL That was so sweet. Sometimes, flowers are nice. Gestures are nicer. Give him a hug from me. 
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HOLLYS_NEW_LIFE
11/5/2012 7:26AM
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He's SO awesome, and you are blessed to have each other. I am SO thankful for my family who is happy and healthy.
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DAISY443
11/5/2012 7:19AM
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Today I am thankful for everything in my life! Hope I still feel that way tomorrow!
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_COSMOPAULATAN_
11/5/2012 6:33AM
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What a beautiful blog!
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GRACEISENUF
11/5/2012 1:25AM
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I am thankful for my faith that brings me peace and joy and a family who loves me. Frank was so kind to do that for you Jan. You are blessed.  (you and your man :)Comment edited on: 11/5/2012 1:25:28 AM Report Inappropriate Comment |
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FANGFACEKITTY
11/5/2012 1:15AM
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How sweet! It's the kindnesses that we never even think to expect that are the most special.
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Awwww. The time change. Is that what's wrong with me???? Happy Sunday Mama.
