Getting Ready

Monday, January 31, 2011

The weathermen are predicting 1-4" of snow tonight and another 12 - 15" of snow tomorrow night. So, I'm planning to use today to run all my errands. And I'm planning to do some at-home chores the next couple days. This way, I will be able to use my time wisely and not get too cooped up when I can't get out. Hopefully, the weathermen will be a little off in their predictions.

  

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SLIMLILA 1/31/2011 11:13PM

Well Feb. 2 - Groundhog Day is coming, wonder what the little furry fellow has to say about that? sounds like a good plan.... Report Inappropriate Comment

CTEMPLE 1/31/2011 6:22PM

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KAMAPERRY 1/31/2011 11:47AM

Stay safe! Report Inappropriate Comment

MEKOMEKO 1/31/2011 10:29AM

ahhh cud use some of the snow here wud u mind sending some over :) Report Inappropriate Comment

DONNABRIGHT 1/31/2011 8:39AM

Good planning! Report Inappropriate Comment

Check-up With Doctor

Sunday, January 30, 2011

I went to the doctor the other day for my semi-annual thyroid check-up. It's a little high this time, so my daily dosage has been lowered. Of course, the first thing done was the weigh-in : 7 pounds down since my last visit! It took me a couple days to realize this, but I WASN'T worried about the weigh-in. I am no longer so obsessed with the scale. I can't remember the last time I weighed in at home as opposed to weighing myself every day like I did at first.

  

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SLIMLILA 1/31/2011 11:12PM

I'm so glad you have taken control over that demon scale, and it no longer controls you... it still has the power to hurt me, when I don't lose, but I am no longer so obsessed that I weight every day either.... small success!! Report Inappropriate Comment

KAMAPERRY 1/30/2011 7:54PM

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CTEMPLE 1/30/2011 5:50PM

AND I have to take thyroid meds as well for hypo. Claudia Report Inappropriate Comment

NPA4LOSS 1/30/2011 4:16PM

It is great to put one of our obsessions to rest! Great job on the weight loss! Report Inappropriate Comment

Expanding My Volunteer Experiences

Saturday, January 29, 2011

I went to church today to attend a couple "mini" meetings on how to get involved in the church more. I'm confident it will make me feel better physically and emotionally to be more involved. And I know there's a great side effect: getting to know great people even better.

  

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KAMAPERRY 1/30/2011 8:25PM

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SLIMLILA 1/29/2011 9:16PM

Not to mention spiritually..... I live almost 2 hr drive to a church so I don't get there much any more and it used to be a very big part of my life. What kind of work are you looking for? Thanks for commenting on my blog and the applause... nice to have someone appreciate me... Take care of yourself, looking for work is hard and often depressing.... I don't even want to think how many times in my life i have had to look for work.... guess that's why people can't understand why I stay where I am despite the very negative atmosphere I am in. Report Inappropriate Comment

My To-Do List Keeps Growing

Friday, January 28, 2011

I've been off work since Sunday night. I have a list of to-do projects written down in my notebook. It seems like for every one that I cross off, there are three more that get written down. Either I'm taking advantage of having the time off and finding more stuff that I need to get done, or the list is reproducing on me. At least I have the time to accomplish some of the things. I just hope I can get them done and get a job quickly.

  

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CTEMPLE 1/28/2011 6:11PM

Yes to do lists always tend to do that in my case, but this is the good side of having free time. Fingers crossed Patty. Claudia Report Inappropriate Comment

KAMAPERRY 1/28/2011 3:57PM

One thing at a time, like I tell myself. Report Inappropriate Comment

PRAYINGSUZIE 1/28/2011 10:16AM

Do overwork yourself! Those to do lists are never done! I have the same trouble with it growing! Suzie Report Inappropriate Comment

Trying to Keep My Spirits Up

Thursday, January 27, 2011

I know it's only the first week of unemployment, but I find I'm trying to work hard at keeping my spirits up. I am trying to stay busy and I'm following every lead that someone gives me. I am realistic in knowing that it takes time to find a job; just wishing the time is short. Good thing I have practice in knowing how to save money and look for bargains when it comes to shopping. And I've somewhat learned how to barter - I just need to get better at that. Any suggestions on how to do that?

  

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CTEMPLE 1/27/2011 6:57PM

I'm hopeless at bartering I'm afraid! Claudia Report Inappropriate Comment

FITMARY 1/27/2011 8:14AM

I don't know how to barter, but I bet there is lots of advice on-line, probably even a group devoted to that near where you live. Keep trying! You will get there!!!! Just keep hanging on! You CAN do it! Report Inappropriate Comment