DETERMINED_ME's SparkPeople Blog

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Sun, 19 May 2013 00:45:54 EST

Still feeling pretty crappy...Hoping this crud will leave soon.

Spent the morning relaxing, then worked this afternoon/evening...Now I'm about ready to head off to bed.

Spark on my friends!!

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Sat, 18 May 2013 00:20:41 EST

Happy Friday!

Busy day today, took mom to the kidney Dr today. Really liked this guy, wish he was a general dr and could be her actual Dr but that's okay, at least he's helping us figure out what is going on with her Kidney.

Was home for a couple of hours then it was off to the Dr's for Cassie for her check up. Shots for her, but she was a champ. 20

I'm still feeling kind of yucky but it's getting a bit better. Tomorrow I head to work for a few...

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Fri, 17 May 2013 10:36:30 EST

SP was down last night so I was not able to blog, so to keep my streak alive this blog is for yesterday.

I was sick yesterday, stuffy nose, sore throat, the works...

Relaxed most of the day.

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Thu, 16 May 2013 01:13:51 EST

3 lbs are gone this week. So happy about that. Have major sinus issues today. I sure hope they pass soon.

Heading to bed.

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Tue, 14 May 2013 23:53:54 EST

Today was a work day, I managed to get in just over 5000 steps today and hope to do more tomorrow while at work.

Tomorrow is weigh in day, I expect to see a change from last week. I am looking forward to seeing the scale numbers starting to go back down.

As Paul has an early day tomorrow we're going to be heading off to bed.

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Tue, 14 May 2013 00:52:17 EST

Went to the gym this morning after getting the kids off to school. It was exhausting but it was a good workout after all.

Came home and pretty much did nothing...It's been a good day!

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Sun, 12 May 2013 23:44:58 EST

I pretty took it easy today...Paul fixed us breakfast this morning, which was awesome!! Homemade pancakes, can't beat it!

Enjoyed time today reading, watching movies with the kids, and drank lots of coffee because it just seemed like the thing to do today.

Now I'm just chilling and ready to head off to bed soon.

That's about it for me.

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Sun, 12 May 2013 00:58:16 EST

Another busy day in the books....

Isaiah decided it was time to get up at 6:45 while I really was hoping to sleep in at least until 730...Didn't happen! Got up, fixed him breakfast, got myself some coffee, then Paul got up so we fixed our breakfast together...

Then the fun begins...off to the dr's for Isaiah's 6 year old check up, they are running some tests to see if there is anything wrong since he has a tendency to run fevers every few months. So we'll just wait and...

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Sat, 11 May 2013 00:15:07 EST

Busy/long day! With Paul, up all night with sick boy, then we spent the day with both kids home from school sick, we did some spring cleaning of the kitchen & organizing the pantry...After that I went to work for 4.5 hours...I'm whipped! I do have a 3 day weekend so that is a plus.

Tomorrow is Dr's appt for little man then home to wash Pixie and Paul's car.

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Thu, 9 May 2013 23:50:28 EST

What a busy day today was. Started with driving Isaiah to school (he wanted to be dropped off at school today for the first time ever), then stopped at the store for a couple items we needed (including a new mop), then it was home to do....

Mowing, front and back yard while Paul used the weed eater
Cleaned & rearranged things in kitchen (inside cabinets will be done tomorrow)
Cleared floor in pantry & dining room mopped both
Walked to bus stop to get Isaiah from sc...

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Thu, 9 May 2013 00:29:25 EST

Been a great day! Had a good day at work, and after work I walked to the bus stop to get Isaiah.

I weigh-in today, guess the bloat I was feeling yesterday didn't go away so I'm up 2.2 lbs...Hopefully I will be back down next week.

I'm tired tonight. Tomorrow is mowing the lawn, cleaning house, and watching the cars. My poor Pixie needs a bath.

Thanks for stopping by!

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Tami

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Wed, 8 May 2013 00:05:57 EST

I feel so bloated today! I went to work today, had a great day. I felt like I walked miles and miles, turned out I only walked 4.5 but it felt like so many more than that.

Not much to say today, kind of tired tonight.

Goodnight!!

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Mon, 6 May 2013 23:36:41 EST

Made it to the gym today...The routine I did today was great! Paul and I decided it was time to take it back to the basics, back to where we were when we started and I loved it!

Started on the elliptical for 30 minutes, 2.5 miles while reading a book, then headed off to do some strength training for 30 minutes, then 20 minutes on the recumbent bike. All of it felt great! I was sweating like crazy but I loved every minute of it! That's what I've been missing, feeling like I've g...

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Sun, 5 May 2013 23:58:35 EST

So actually even though my blog title says 125 down, that's just how many days we've gone through so far in 2013...I've actually been back on my journey for 202 days. That is the longest, even though I wasn't working out much or eating very healthy during April I was still on my journey this time. Since 2007 I have been on and off this journey but seems to me, it's stuck with me more so this time around. Even with my month of not so much keeping on form, I'm feeling great, and looking forw...

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Sun, 5 May 2013 01:08:55 EST

Had a great night at work. Am glad I didn't have to be in until 3pm because it was such a gorgeous day. Tomorrow it's all day, but it will be good.

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Sat, 4 May 2013 00:30:33 EST

It's been a good day! Guess that's the way it's been a lot lately. We had some great sun today and are expecting more over the next few days. I have to work tomorrow afternoon and on Sunday so I'll get in plenty of steps!

Things are starting to fall back into place. Woohoo!

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Fri, 3 May 2013 00:05:03 EST

had a great day. Lawn is mowed, got in plenty of steps and kept my eating in check. Good day!!

Thanks for stopping by!

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Tami

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Wed, 1 May 2013 23:38:00 EST

For six months I was steadily moving along, the weight was coming off, I enjoyed going to the gym (even got a PT involved), was eating healthy foods, and managed to go down 4 pants sizes during that time...Then all of the sudden, SLAM, I hit a brick wall...That hurt!

I no longer enjoyed going to the gym, was still eating somewhat healthy but near as healthy as I should be, and the weight stopped coming off...This all happened during the month of March, so for the month of April I...

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Tue, 30 Apr 2013 23:48:46 EST

April 30th...The last day of my slacking month. Tomorrow brings a new month and a renewed commitment to my healthy lifestyle.

I am sure I gained a few pounds but it's within a 5 lbs so I'm not too worried about it. I think I/we needed the month off.

Hugs
Tami

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Mon, 29 Apr 2013 23:56:38 EST

Heading to work tomorrow, will get in at least 5000 steps...Today was a nice day, took my daughter to the orthodontist this morning, then Paul and I headed to the store, came home and Paul got busy in the kitchen. Gosh I love when he works in the kitchen! He always makes such yummy food, today was pico de gallo, guac, & then red beans & rice for dinner. The baked chimichangas I'm making tomorrow night will go great with the first two items.

Hope everyone has a Sparktastic week! ...

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Sun, 28 Apr 2013 23:27:32 EST

Today was pretty laid back...I cleaned the bathroom, scrubbed a couple of walls, and cleaned up the kitchen. Played a game or two of air hockey with the kids & played a round or two of pinball with them as well.

Have to get up earlier than usual tomorrow because Cas has an orthodontist appointment in the morning and their office is about 35-40 minutes from here but we have to take into account morning traffic so I'll give us 60 minutes or so to get there.

Well, think I'...

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Sun, 28 Apr 2013 00:34:21 EST

Another day in the books...

Worked my boss' shift today as she need the time off to go to a memorial service, sad reason but nice for the paycheck. 334

Tonight Cas has a little friend here with her, what characters they are together.

Now it's time to call it a night.

Thanks for stopping by!

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Tami

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Fri, 26 Apr 2013 23:50:51 EST

Went to the gym this morning, I enjoyed the elliptical for the 30 minutes I was on it. I did some strength training and it all felt good.

Went to work this afternoon, it was pretty busy which was nice because it kept me hopping.

Walked over 10,000 steps today, love it when I do that.

Tomorrow is another day of work.

Thanks for stopping by!

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Tami

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Fri, 26 Apr 2013 01:37:43 EST

Got the lawn mowed today, my shoulder hurt when I woke up this morning (must have slept wrong) but I did get the lawn mowed.

Now it's time to get ready to head to bed.

Thanks for stopping by!

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Tami

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Wed, 24 Apr 2013 23:49:47 EST

Today was a slow day at work but I managed to get in quite a few steps.

Tomorrow I was going to go to visit with my mom while Paul was doing his ministry but I've decided to stay home and use that time to clean house & mow the yard.

It will be good.

Thanks for stopping by!

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Tami

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Wed, 24 Apr 2013 00:41:31 EST

Another day down...Worked today, got in over 3 miles and am tired tonight.

Thanks for stopping by!

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Tami

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Mon, 22 Apr 2013 22:36:43 EST

Today I started my journey back...I have mentioned that I have been slacking so much lately, no gym time, not eating very well, and just slacking (other than keeping with my streaks & blogging). Well, as of today I am getting my head back into the game, I have been maintaining within a few pounds but now I'm ready to get rid of these pounds.

So what I am going to do about it?

I got back to the gym today boy it felt great, that elliptical was awesome...Didn't realize h...

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Sun, 21 Apr 2013 23:12:09 EST

So excited...Getting back to the gym tomorrow. It's been far too long and I'm thrilled even have new workout pants to go with the new routine.

Water, fitness, and lots of freggies!!

Thanks for stopping by!!

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Tami

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Sun, 21 Apr 2013 00:53:08 EST

Good day today.

Eyes are droopy, going to have to head to bed soon.

Tomorrow is a busy day.

Thanks for stopping by!

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Tami

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Sat, 20 Apr 2013 00:46:11 EST

Ended up having to take Isaiah to the doctors today, poor little guy has an infection in his eyes. Eye drops will be administered 4 times per day for the next several days.

I got in quite a few steps as we parked quite a ways from the Doctors office even though it was pouring rain. Guess that's to be expected when you live in Washington state. 211

Now I'm sitting here kids are in bed and I'm watching Harry Potter...Well, at least it's on the TV. Love Thes...

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Thu, 18 Apr 2013 22:46:09 EST

It was going to be a lazy day today, just hanging out around the house while Paul charged his unit and what not...But we decided to go out shopping instead. Wandered around Home Depot for an hour or so, then went out to lunch at this wonderful off the wall Mongolian Grill, then off to Walmart to walk off lunch and do a bit of shopping. Ended up finding some great deals for the kids on some pants and finding a pair of workout pants for both Paul and I.

Turned out to be a very ni...

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Thu, 18 Apr 2013 00:32:09 EST

I seem to struggle with words when it's time to blog lately. Maybe it's because I am not completely focused, or maybe it's because I just don't have the words. I don't know but I do know that I am here everyday.

Today I worked again, managed to get in over 5000 steps and am feeling good. I am currently sitting here watching the Mariner's game and chilling out. Kind of sleepy so once the games over I'm heading to bed.

Hubby had good news today, his weight loss could b...

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Tue, 16 Apr 2013 23:56:59 EST

I'm feeling good about how things are moving along. I really like my job, the people are great to work with, and I'm really catching on to how things are run.

Tomorrow's another day at work.

Thanks for stopping by!

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Tami

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Tue, 16 Apr 2013 00:46:02 EST

It's been a good day...Got some shopping in, went to out to dinner as a family and it was wonderful. Not healthy but very yummy!

Worried quite a bit about Paul's issues, but as with everything else, we will get through it together.

Working tomorrow, should be a good day.

Thanks for dropping by!

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Tami

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Sun, 14 Apr 2013 23:55:45 EST

I must confess, my fitness lately has not been the kind of fitness it was. Now my majority of fitness is walking either around the house or at work. I have not been to the gym in about 2 week and I only miss it sometimes. Think I was just pushing myself too hard and kind of burned out, so I'm just taking this time to get my head on straight again. I am maintaining my loss which is VERY good. Still making sure I'm getting my water in and am continuing to visit here daily. I will still ma...

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Sun, 14 Apr 2013 00:45:36 EST

Grandbabies are here for the night. Had a great time playing with them, now it's about time to head to bed.

Working tomorrow.

Thanks for stoppin' by!

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Tami

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Sat, 13 Apr 2013 01:05:48 EST

Another good day in the books. Did not make it to the gym today but managed to get our daughter to the hair salon to get her haircut, walked to get the boy from the bus, plus walked 3.5 miles total today. Yep, all in all a good day.

Thanks for stopping by!

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Tami

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Fri, 12 Apr 2013 00:23:33 EST

So yesterday I noted that I had blogged 100 days in a row...Well, I realized today that I have not blogged 100 days in a row, I have actually blogged 177 (today makes 178). That is how many days I have been back on SP and how many times I have blogged. Not that it matters much, but it's nice to know that I managed to keep several streaks alive that long. 334

Today I went to mom's...Took her to a thrift store (one of her favorites) but she couldn't enjoy it because he...

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Wed, 10 Apr 2013 23:56:58 EST

100 Days gone this year?? Wow, don't think I've made it that many days ever blogging. I'm impressed! I have gotten in at least 10 minutes of fitness for the last 171 days, I have logged into SparkPeople for the last 179 days, and I have had at least 177 days of drinking a minimum of 8 glasses of water. With that being said, I am now slacking a bit. I have not been to the gym in almost 2 weeks, in spite of getting in near 5000 steps a day lately, I have been slacking in my fitness. I jus...

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Wed, 10 Apr 2013 00:15:33 EST

It's been a good day! Worked this morning, really starting to get the hang of the job. Came home to spend a few minutes with hubby before going to get Isaiah from the bus.

Hubby made a fabulous Tuna Casserole for dinner with a crustless pumpkin pie for dessert. YUM!

Now we are just chillin' before bed. Working again tomorrow.

Thanks for stopping by!

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Tami

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Mon, 8 Apr 2013 21:52:41 EST

Hubby and I got a new car today...
Her name is Pixie and YEP she's pink! (sorry she's sideways my phone photos always are sideways on SparkPeople)

She's a Chevy Spark and just adorable as can be! She's considered my car and I will be getting an AVON decal for the back window. I'm so excited! I just love her, she's even fun to drive.

Thanks for stopping by!

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Tami

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Sun, 7 Apr 2013 22:52:28 EST

Looking forward to a new week!

Keep sparkin' on!

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Tami

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Sun, 7 Apr 2013 00:45:59 EST

Busy busy night at work...Of course that makes total sense, it's Saturday night at the liquor store. Why wouldn't it be busy? Made my night go by fast.

I got in almost 5000 steps just during the 4 hours I was at work from all the walking around the store stocking plus helping customers find things...Turned out great!

Now, I'm sleepy and ready to head to bed.

Thanks for stopping by!

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Tami

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Sat, 6 Apr 2013 00:20:54 EST

95 days into 2013...Wow, it's just flown by! It's been a good year for our healthier lifestyle, some set backs here and there but all in all it's been good to us so far. There are still many days left which leaves many opportunities to really make our healthy lifestyle stick.

April seems like a good month to reinforce that. I know it will be done!

Thank you to all my lovely Spark friends that send encouragement regularly to me. I may not stop by your page to Thank ...

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Fri, 5 Apr 2013 00:34:24 EST

Today I was notified that I will not be meeting with my PT tomorrow as she will not be available.

Kind of at a loss for words tonight.

Thanks for stopping by!

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Tami

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Thu, 4 Apr 2013 00:03:58 EST

Okay, so I've decided that April is going to be my month to refocus...I seem to have lost my focus, my drive...So, I have decided that I am scratching out my weight loss goal for this month and am going to refocus on eating & exercise.

I did have a tiny loss this week for my weigh in (-.2) it made me realize that I have been focusing again on the weigh loss portion of the deal and not what is really important (getting healthy).

For this reason I will be focusing on:...

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Wed, 3 Apr 2013 00:04:42 EST

Another day I did not measure or take pictures...I think I'm going to do it Thursday as Today & Tomorrow I work. I may change my mind and just skip April with measuring but we'll see...

I'm tired tonight, didn't sleep well last night but the day went well so it's not a huge deal. I walked as much as I could while I work today...It's a small store, but I would walk from the front to the back several times then walk around the aisle then back and forth again. I got in about 2 mile...

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Mon, 1 Apr 2013 22:10:35 EST

April 1...Should be measuring & taking pictures today but we did not. In fact, didn't even think about it until about 5 minutes ago. Too many things on the mind today plus dealing with misbehaving 6 year old and trying to clean plus worrying about hubby...Hmmm, put all those things together and I am lucky I was able to put together a fabulous salmon pasta meal w/roasted asparagus (yum!).

Lots of feelings of apprehension...Between Paul's pain and me working again...UGH! It's toug...

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Sun, 31 Mar 2013 23:59:53 EST

There's not much to say today but I don't want to break my streak of blogging. So today I'll just say:

Happy Easter to all my friends that celebrate!

To those that don't, I hope you had a beautifully fabulous Sunday!

Thanks for stopping by!

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Tami

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Sun, 31 Mar 2013 00:01:01 EST

Had a good day although hubby not feeling well. 46

Kids had fun dying the Easter Eggs and so did I.

Thanks for stopping by!

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Tami