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Monday, April 18, 2011

Ok, so this is day 28. At least by blogging every day, I know I have to be accountable for my actions...and I can tell you--shamefully--this weekend was not good! I think I went way over calories on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday I didn't even log. I was so tired an anemic on the weekend, but still succeeded at surving the long, hot, hours of the play.

So, today I will track everything. I must stay in calorie...even lower calories, somehow. I've got a full day of house cleaning...as long as my achey body will allow.

"For I know the plans I have for you," declares the LORD, "plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future." Jeremiah 29:11

  
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KICKINGTHESCALE 4/20/2011 1:26PM

    The only time we fail is if we stop trying. Good job getting back on the wagon! emoticon

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CJANSEN40 4/20/2011 1:18PM

    It's ok get back on the wagon. and track track track!
Now if I could follow my own advice.

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MOMFAN 4/19/2011 4:14PM

    "You only ever grow as a human being if you're outside your comfort zone."
- Percy Cerutty

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WILDFLOWERR_ 4/18/2011 9:13PM

    I Also pray Philippians 4:13 over you!

"I can do all things through Christ which strengtheneth me."
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RAINBOWFALLS 4/18/2011 8:44PM

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LAURIETAIT 4/18/2011 5:59PM

    I had the same kind of weekend. I overate at our ringette wind up. But this is the beginning of a new week. We'll do better.

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SUNRISE14 4/18/2011 9:54AM

    emoticon emoticon emoticon this one of those things that nobody can do for you but you ! I am praying for you my friend ! IF I CAN HELP IN ANYWAY LET ME KNOW I AM HERE DAILY ! emoticon emoticon

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COACHKRYSTIE 4/18/2011 9:06AM

    YOU GOT THIS!!! I'm cheering for you Tracy!

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Day 24 and 25

Friday, April 15, 2011

I did good yesterday with mycalories. I am doing good toady. But, we have the play tonight...I hope I can at least say in range. I'm still not feeling much better...so time will tell.

It's so hard to exercise when your body hurts.

Well, this is a quick blog...just so I don't get behind.

  
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CJANSEN40 4/18/2011 3:07PM

    must be the weather. good luck

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GETDONE 4/16/2011 11:15AM

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CJWORDPLAY 4/15/2011 6:25PM

    I know what you mean about it being hard to exercise when you hurt. I have a dvd that has gentle stretches and core exercises that I can do without making me hurt more. You can preview excerpts of it @ Stronger Seniors Exercise Video Clips
http://www.sparkpeople.com/myspark/
team_messageboard_thread.asp?bo
ard=0x44060x36138533. or check it out online at Amazon. Even if you are not a senior - these exercises are basic and really help me feel better when I'm in pain.

Thinking of you this week-end for the performances. emoticon emoticon

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MOMFAN 4/15/2011 6:21PM

    "Continuous effort -- not strength or intelligence -- is the key to unlocking our potential."
- Liane Cardes

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LAURIETAIT 4/15/2011 6:01PM

    Hang in there and do what you can. A little is better than nothing at all.

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LILIVW 4/15/2011 3:16PM

    Great job keeping your calories in range. Good luck with your play tonight. Hope you start feeling some relief from pain soon.

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RAINBOWFALLS 4/15/2011 2:43PM

    Good Luck

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Day 23

Wednesday, April 13, 2011

Well, since this past weekend--my daughter's birthday--I've not been staying in range very well. Last night, I didn't add my final food to the tracker. That's a bad habit.

Tonight, I think I've added everything! I'm in range. I had a pretty good day today. I had my hair cut...it's the first proper haircut I've had in ages! A lady from my church did it for me. It was a nice time out...well the kids were with me, but they were busy getting some thing ready for a Passover feast the lady is heading up.

  
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CJANSEN40 4/17/2011 10:43AM

    nice picture. things will ok in the end.

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WILDFLOWERR_ 4/14/2011 11:41PM

    You are doing emoticon Sometimes I don't get around to listing my bedtime snack! emoticon

Be blessed Sister!
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AMBERLEIGHM1 4/14/2011 10:29PM

    It's nice you got to do something nice for yourself. You take a really good picture, you look so happy.

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LAURIETAIT 4/14/2011 1:36PM

    I have been out of my range more often than not this week too. Oh well. There's always tomorrow.

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SUNRISE14 4/14/2011 11:57AM

    emoticon I got my hair cut last week ! That always makes you feel better ! Thought i would let you know i got a fairly new team going called GOD ANSWERS PRAYER thought maybe you would be interested in joining ! We pray for each other to walk closer to the Lord and put him first and also that we will make wise food choices so we can take care of this temple he trust us with ! I log my food first thing in the morning even though sometimes i might have something different for a meal i just go back at the end of the day and change it. My food log is set for public if you want some ideas ! I look at other peoples for ideas ! Have a great day ! emoticon

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COACHKRYSTIE 4/14/2011 10:37AM

    You are gorgeous!! Keep up the great work & NEVER STOP!!!!!!!~ GO GO GO!!

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RAINBOWFALLS 4/14/2011 10:00AM

    Very nice picture. Great smile, and hair

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HAPPYSOUL91 4/14/2011 9:55AM

    Nice picture, you have a happy look about you. Gee, how long is your hair?

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Day 22

Tuesday, April 12, 2011

So far today, I'm doing pretty good. I wish I could have stayed on the lower end of the range in my calories, but I should be in range. Now I just wish I could get back into exercising. I do a fair bit exercise on Fridays and Saturdays, but the rest of the week...the pain makes me just want to sit.

Well, in my sitting--I found a talent agent interested in representing my daughter. But, I have to find a way to get professional photos for CHEAP! I have real mixed emotions about my daughter. She is loaded with talent...as are my other kids. She also has a winning personality. She wants to be a pop star or an actress. I don't want her to be either! Those people have such messed up lives, I don't want her messed up. Yet, I don't want her to waste her God-given talents.

Opps...I think I was rambling...and off subject!

So, I'm hoping I keep in range today, but I have to go grocery shopping.

  
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RUTHIEBEAR 4/13/2011 1:38PM

    I agree with the comment about trying chair exercises. SP has some great resources to help. Continue to take it one day at a time staying in range. emoticon

Comment edited on: 4/13/2011 1:38:37 PM

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LILIVW 4/12/2011 5:35PM

    Great job keeping in your range. I hope you can find an exercise that works for you to minimize the pain but optimize some cardio. Good luck with your daughter. My youngest has similar aspirations and although I don't want to smash her dreams I certainly don't want to push her in that direction either. Tough call but the Lord will help you sort it out.

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COACHKRYSTIE 4/12/2011 4:53PM

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LAURIETAIT 4/12/2011 4:30PM

    Aquasize might be a good fit for you. The water supports your weight and takes a load off your joints.

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MOMFAN 4/12/2011 4:08PM

    Have you tried Chair Exercises?

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Day 21

Monday, April 11, 2011

Ok, so I had fully intended on having a great food day. But, I ended up meeting up with a friend I haven't seen in almost two years. We met at a park, the kids played and we sat...since we both have multiple health issues, and mine are flaring up right now. (I think the kids must have burned off enough calories to cover some of mine!)

Then we went to Taco Bell for a cheap lunch! I wouldn't have gone over my calories, except...After sitting in the heat, then walking in the mall on an already flared up muscles...I could barely walk. If people see me sometimes I bet they think I drunk! (Of course this only happens when I'm going through a rough time!)

When we parted and went our own seperate ways, I discovered the air in the car is not working properly. Heat and I do not get along--neither does my body like cold. When we got home--45 minutes later--there was some birthday cake left. Chocolate! Guess what comfort food I ate?

Bummer! As soon as I finished my piece, I wished I didn't eat it. But, I'm not beating myself up for it. I'm going through enough. I desperately want to get to the 100 pound lost mark...but, at this time, everything that is NOT negative is Positive! I'll get there.

Tomorrow, I plan to do NOTHING. But that plan may backfire if my husband doesn't figure out how to add the freon to the car. I may have to take my daughter to her college--a 30 minute drive--which will kill my upper body. Pain stinks!

Atleast we had a good time at the park. The kids had fun, and I got a chance to actually talk to an adult...one that can relate to all of my life's issues! That is so rare for me.

  
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MPALMER15 4/12/2011 3:15PM

    emoticon I hope you feel better soon!

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SUNRISE14 4/12/2011 11:04AM

    Life is tough and having pain makes it tougher ! My heart goes out to you . I to have alot of pain but not as much i use to have since i have lost over 30 lbs. I use to sleep on 3 pillows and use a fan now i use 2 sometimes 1 so i am greatful for that ! emoticon If i can help you accomplish your goal in anyway i am here daily ! I just want to give some time to others because others took time to help me. Thats what this site is about ! The chocolate cake is a great tempter i don't have that issue anymore but when i did i bought and kept weight watcher individual cakes . When i was at a party or church dinner i carried one and i got my desert and didn't feel left out with only 80 calories . Their carrot cake is good to ! I don't have much money to buy things like that to eat regular but in a pinch it helps ! I am going to a birthday party tomarrow and there will be chips there to tempt me so i will stop at sub-way and get an individual lays light chip at 75 calories each ! I don't feel left out ! Hope this helps you . I would love to be your friend on this journey ! Read my page and see what makes me tick so to speak and if you want to be friends let me know ! emoticon emoticon

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LAURIETAIT 4/12/2011 10:22AM

    Don't beat yourself up. One piece of cake can be balanced out by a series of good choices today. I hope your pain passes quickly and you can get back to living life with enthusiasm.

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CJANSEN40 4/12/2011 10:02AM

    I'm sorry you are hurting right now. I it is so easy to eat to feel better and eating high sugar high carb foods actually do make you feel better for a little while, as do cigarettes but I don't advocate that either. Feel better

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CJWORDPLAY 4/11/2011 11:47PM

    I am happy to hear that you are hanging in there. I also am having a flare of fibromyalgia pain and I find it even harder to stay on track. I wonder if pain actually throws off our system of knowing when we've had enough to eat. Anyway, we're learning as we go, aren't we! You are doing great. emoticonCJ

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HAPPYSOUL91 4/11/2011 11:24PM

    On the positive side you got to chat and enjoy your friend in the park. Tomorrow is another day and I hope you have less pain.

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RAINBOWFALLS 4/11/2011 8:25PM

    I hope you feel better soon. I like your positive statement!

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GETFIT2LIVE 4/11/2011 7:02PM

    It's tough to NOT eat things like that cake under the circumstances; don't beat yourself up about it. Glad the visit was nice. I hope you do get to do nothing tomorrow; hang in there!

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COACHKRYSTIE 4/11/2011 6:50PM

    Glad you had a nice visit!!

You can do this Tracy.. I'm cheering for you!!

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