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Sunday, April 01, 2012

Well, Tim left today to do his job training in Arizona for the Western regional driving job. I was a royal wreck this morning. Crying, crying, crying. You know it's going to be a long day when you wake up crying. I cried all through church. And then I had no more tears, so I napped for a few minutes, then got ready to take him to the airport. I went thrift shopping after that, didn't buy much, just roamed to keep my mind off the situation. When I came home I read a bit, watched a bit of TV, cleaned up a bit then realized it was just about the time we usually go on our daily walk. So, I hit the streets, 3.4 in 50 mins. Not record breaking, but overall good.

I am happy he has this job opportunity, very happy. And he is pretty happy too, which makes me glad to know he's excited about it. I just really had become so used to him being here that I went into a bit of panic this morning. Overall I feel better right now. The exercise has a way of doing that for me. I might even do another 2-2.5 miles later once the sun goes down a bit more.

My goals while Tim is gone over the road is the continually shed the pounds by consistantly watching my calories and exercising everyday. I also have some personal goals of deep cleaning the apartment, organizing all of the closets and storage and cabinets. I would also like to get a substantial new "cookbook" started for when he is home of healthy and delicious meals that he can have when he's home and to take on the road. I have slacked off on the cooking lately and we've just been making salads, tacos, sandwiches, soup, that kind of thing. I really want to get back into some better cooking habits, esp. since he will only be home a few days a month, gotta make those few meals count!!!

I am really thankful that I have some many positive outlets now, compared to when he was over the road in the past. I have SP of course, also Pinterest, FB, all my android games and my new Rosicrucian community, not to mention church and bible study. I have a good number of social and engaging outlets that I did not know about or have in the past, and this makes me very happy. I'm so thankful for being a part of this community. The whole SP experience has been truly life changing. I must admit it's my thoughts and not my body that has changed the most, but you have to start somewhere right?!!!!

Hope your weekend was worthwhile, and smile provoking. Catch you all later!
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ME_HERE_NOW 4/5/2012 12:48PM

    use this time to reconnect with yourself and your goals, you won't be sorry :) xoxoxo!

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SNUZSUZ 4/2/2012 9:36PM

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KAYECAN 4/2/2012 5:02PM

    It's tough for sure when they are away but you have a good strategy for keeping yourself busy. I like the cookbook idea. That will really help keep you focused on healthy eating. With Tim being gone, it can be stressful and we all know how stress can affect our eating habits.....so focus on your cookbook and lots of fresh air and exercise. The time will pass and he will be back home giving you hugs in no time.
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RIDMYCOCOON 4/2/2012 3:17PM

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HIPPICHICK1 4/2/2012 10:11AM

    Poor sweetie!! I was a wreck when my hubby left on a business trip last summer. He NEVER goes away on business trips but this time it was necessary. After a day or two I started to LIKE being alone! Hee hee!! I got so much DONE! I could do anything I wanted when I wanted. Don't get me wrong, I love JF to pieces but largely my schedule revolves around his and this was a bit of freedom that I really enjoyed. So when he went on a 2nd business trip that year I was a little sad to see him go, but I wasn't a basket case like the first time he went.
Now go play Scrabble of FB! I think it's your turn, lady.
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BLUE42DOWN 4/2/2012 4:58AM

    I think it's in changing our thinking what makes SparkPeople so important. Many of the lessons we can learn here apply to all sorts of aspects of our life. As we get one or another area in order, we become more able and ready to deal with other areas. So that's a fine place to start!

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SHAMROCKY2K 4/2/2012 12:44AM

    Great attitude. Exercise will certainly be a good, healthy distraction. There's always skype too. Keep smiling!
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