Met a new Spark friend but it's time to leave

Friday, September 28, 2012

Wednesday I got to meet a couple new Spark Friends in Maine. I have been talking with Pat for several months and it seemed like it was one thing or another that kept us from getting together but Wednesday we finally got to meet. I had a wonderful afternoon chatting and getting to know Pat and CHAIRUL. I can't wait to be able to get together with them next summer.

Once again it is time for me to park my car, lock my front door, grab my suitcases and head back overseas until next May. Another 11 1/2 hour non-stop flight across 8 time zones then a week of jet lag. It was a short but busy summer, didn't get to do some things I wanted to but it seems like that happens too often lately. I didn't exercise enough, ate stuff I shouldn't have, didn't give enough hugs and kisses to kids and grandkids.
For those that don't know me, I have been doing this for 20+ years now so it's nothing new for me, it just gets harder every year.
Once I get back overseas I can concentrate on exercise and eating healthier because the temptations of alcohol, pork and most sweets won't be available in stores and I won't have much else to do. On the positive side, I'll get to hug and cuddle my 2 furbabies again.

May seems like a long ways away at this point....................

  

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DIANNEYME 9/28/2012 11:41AM

Next summer we should meet in person too! It seems that every time you are here I am in MA. Don't you think it would be great to go to some sports bar here and watch a Yankees-Red Sox game together? Report Inappropriate Comment

NORASPAT 9/28/2012 9:22AM

Stay safe, next year we will be able to do more together. We both left it too long to physically meet but so far we are a pretty good match. Thanks I will still be sparking with you just as before , except now we know one another just a little better HUGS. Safe journey, Pat in Maine. We could make a goal 10 pounds down when we meet again. Are you in !!!!! You can be my extra motivation from afar. Pat((((HUGS))))) Report Inappropriate Comment

AJB121299 9/28/2012 7:53AM

safe travels Report Inappropriate Comment

4 years with the Spark family

Wednesday, August 08, 2012

Just another boring, blah blog, one of these days I'll get it together and write an awe inspiring story.

The summer is going by so fast, I can't believe it's August already, my vacation is almost over :(

My husband came home for his vacation last week and we have been busy ever since. Right now, we are re-arranging things around the house and doing sight-seeing.

I've been on SparkPeople for 4 years now, originally lost 20 lbs but gained it back plus. I won't give up and I will keep doing my best. My biggest problem is motivation and the lack of it.

Time to get up and go to the gym

  

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MORTICIAADDAMS 8/30/2012 7:58PM

Happy sparkversary!! I have been here a while too and gained part of my weight back but I'm not quitting either. I have just begun to fight. LOL. Report Inappropriate Comment

EBPOOKIE 8/9/2012 4:08PM

Happy Anniverary and i know you will do and have much success!! Report Inappropriate Comment

LUVS2BIKE101 8/8/2012 8:21PM

Congratulations on "4"!!!!! Motivation has always been a problem with me, especially after an injury. At least you recognize what is holding you back. And that is half the battle. Keep trying, keep blogging, keep tracking, and above all, keep moving! I wish you success as you continue on your journey to better health. Report Inappropriate Comment

NORASPAT 8/8/2012 3:37PM

on four years with Spark people -WAY TO GO!!! I am glad you are doing some sight seeing. Now the grands are back home we are too. Bar harbor was great. Walked the rail trail 4 miles. I find walking is my very best exercise. I have to restart using my resistance bands for Strength. You are so right. T waited for you to get home and now you are almost ready to go back. e are off to the Coastal maine botanical gardens tomorrow and to Bangor Gardens on Friday, Saturday a concert and Sunday is the FORT WESTERN re-enactment. Woo Hoo this is living in the fast lane all of a sudden i love it. Wish we had time to meet. Pat in Augusta Report Inappropriate Comment

NBARNES 8/8/2012 2:53PM

Hey, get off your duff and go to the gym!!! That was intended in the most motivational way I knew Hang in there and keep at it. The way to change your life is one step at a time, but to just keep stepping. Sometimes we go down the wrong path, but the key here is to just keep plugging away. Wishing you much success!!! Report Inappropriate Comment

Busy, busy, busy

Saturday, July 14, 2012

Can't believe my vacation is almost 1/2 over, I've been busy with family and it will get busier soon.
Took my daughter and 1 grandson to New York state to visit a good friend and family, did some shopping, have gone to drs. a few times, done some tourist stuff, done a lot of cleaning and exercising.
Back to the gym on Monday for a few days then I'm off to Central NY to visit family for a week.

  

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GAYLLYNNE 7/15/2012 8:55AM

Have a great vacation!!!! Report Inappropriate Comment

Haven't blogged in a while

Wednesday, June 13, 2012

I'm all settled in and getting busy. I made it back to the gym and really enjoy getting in a good workout with my gym buddy Holly.

This is Bike week in New Hampshire so there are lots and lots of motorcycles here. Wish my husband was here with me so we could get on his Harley and ride on down, he's not here so my daughter and I will drive down to the tourist train, take that and won't have to worry about parking. Then I have several stops to make this next week and next week with my daughter.

The Biggest Loser challenge also starts this week, we'll see how that goes.

  

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BRENDAGAIL9 6/17/2012 1:50PM

It sounds like you are having a great time visiting with everyone. Report Inappropriate Comment

LUVS2BIKE101 6/14/2012 9:33PM

Enjoy bike week! Report Inappropriate Comment

SEWINGMAMACDS 6/14/2012 12:47PM

Glad you've got settled in! Report Inappropriate Comment

FLUTTERBY4JC 6/14/2012 10:43AM

I hope you have an amazing week! Report Inappropriate Comment

NORASPAT 6/13/2012 10:02PM

Hi I knew you would be super busy. Just maybe you and your daughter might go to the gardens they are so lovely. Do you have grand children. I rode my motor scooter all over the place when i was 16 years old. I used to be a rock climber and when we went to the hills to climb I was pillion on my friends bike. I loved rock climbing till I met DH and I gave it up. We will go over to Plattsburgh to see our son and hopefully we will bring the kids back to Maine to our very cold pool. So far the kids have enjoyed the pool as their father did. I never make too many plans that way I get less disappointments. En joy time with your daughter, your DH will be here pretty soon. Report Inappropriate Comment

SUZYMOBILE 6/13/2012 9:28PM

Funny, when I first read "ride on down," I thought it said "get on his Harley and ride until dawn." I bet you've done that, though! Report Inappropriate Comment

For Some, Exercise May Increase Heart Risk

Friday, June 01, 2012

NOTE: I DID NOT WRITE THIS, I READ IT. I DO NOT ENDORSE NOR CONDONE THIS ARTICLE, I AM JUST POSTING IT FOR ENTERTAINMENT!.

Could exercise actually be bad for some healthy people? A well-known group of researchers, including one who helped write the scientific paper justifying national guidelines that promote exercise for all, say the answer may be a qualified yes.

well.blogs.nytimes.com/2012/05/30/ca
n-exercise-be-bad-for-you/?hp

  

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NORASPAT 6/1/2012 7:56AM

Hi again, this article led me to other articles I would never have found thanks for the information. Nothing to do with heart and exercise but to do with OCD and anxiety disorders. Thanks Pat in Augusta. Report Inappropriate Comment