Everyday Systems

alene1

Friday, June 12th, 2020 Exercise: Steps: Happy Friday! It's grey and rainy out there, but I don't care. It's Friday! lol Feeling really happy that it's the end of the week and I don't have any commitments to anyone but myself. I'm done with all my family calls and Zoom calls and time up at school. T...

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Thanks PH! My workout felt really good. I hope your neck gets back to normal soon so you can get back to it!

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Thursday, June 11th, 2020 Exercise: 40M weight workout Steps: 8,565 I really feel like I've been living in a numbed-out state this week. I am just so over this school year. It just feels like I'm going through the motions and crossing all my t's and dotting my i's. Preschool and distance learning ju...

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I recognize some of those authors. I really have to watch my knees with both squats and lunges too. I can do reverse lunges carefully and squats that don't go too deep. I am really craving a good weight workout. The paint color is indeed, growing on me! It also looks a little darker now that it has ...

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I 100% agree with you on finding a way of eating that is truly sustainable for you as an individual. That's really the ticket, and then being consistent with it. I am loving reading your food diary and the way you are enjoying your food and eating to satiety. So wonderful!

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It sounds like some rough days Linda! You are righting the ship and moving on. Dealing with teenagers is no joke! I snuck my boyfriend into my room too.

Sending you a big hug.

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Auto, I'm so sorry to hear about your sabbatical likely being deferred. I hope if that's the case that you will find a rhythm with the new guidelines for next year and feel good about what you're doing. I know you will figure out your next step and move in a positive direction for yourself.

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You did so great managing your desire to eat emotionally!! So huge to recognize what was going on and deal with it in a new way. Well done! Sounds like you are really tuning into what your body wants and eating in a very satisfying way. Yay you!

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Tuesday, June 9th, 2020 Exercise: none Steps:6,352 I'm going to spend the day in my classroom today, so I hope to get a lot done. It's rainy and dreary this morning. They painted the outside of our house yesterday. It is quite a bit brighter than I thought it would be. More like a mint green than a ...

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Yeah, I really like both of them. They have a good vibe, and they are more about health and taking good care of your body/heart than about, "shaping up for swimsuit season." lol That's important to me. What books do you use?

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Monday, June 8th, 2020 Two more weeks! I'm on the countdown for sure. We should know a little bit more this week about what fall will look like. We get to be in the classroom all day tomorrow, and that will be so nice. I will get lots done there. Today is packet pickup and phone calls home, staff me...

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PH, I love Jessica Smith workouts. She has lots of dvd's, and tons of free workouts on YouTube. I also like Ellen Barrett, Beachbody workouts, Kimberly Spreen, and The Firm. I have a huge collection I've accumulated over the years. :) Thanks on the step count! The last three days have been good with...

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Saturday, June 6th, 2020 Exercise: 65M walk Steps:10,206 Sunday, June 7th, 2020 Exercise: 70M walk Steps:12,245 We had a great Saturday. My husband got to hold our grandson for the first time in 3 months, and he was in heaven! He took a nap on him, which he loved, and wasn't scared of him at all. My...

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PH, I do weight workouts, mostly with exercise dvd's. I actually really love doing weights. It just seems easier lately to get in a quick walk instead of changing into workout clothes, etc., especially if it's nice outside!

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I'm so glad your daughter has connected with some old friends. I hope she's feeling better. That pulled pork sure sounds good! I'm glad you're in a nice spot with your weight. You seem to be humming right along!

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Friday, June 5th, 2020 Yay, it's Friday!! I have an early meeting and then family phone calls and paperwork today. Two weeks plus today. :lol: I've gotten in some nice walks this week. I want to get back to my weights again. My daily schedule is always different so I'm finding it hard to get into a ...

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Thanks PH. It was just wonderful, and a relief that he wasn't afraid of me. My hubby will get a turn to hold him this weekend.

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Wednesday, June 3rd, 2020 Well, yesterday was amazing! I got to go and take care of my grandson for about 5 hours. It didn't take him long to warm up to me as I had feared it would. He even took an hour and a half nap in my arms. Heaven. My heart feels renewed and things feel much more right with th...

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Tuesday, June 2nd, 2020

Exercise: none
Steps: 5,438
Sleep Score: 79

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Pinkhippie, thank you. It felt really different than it usually does when I'm in that kind of situation. Baby steps of progress. The carrot cake is pretty amazing! Totally worth it.

Linda, yes our new house is by the water. It's on an inlet in the Puget Sound. I'll have to post some pics soon.

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You're getting close to the finish line! I'm sorry your blood glucose numbers aren't going down as you'd hoped. You have worked so hard and been so disciplined. Do you think the wine could be affecting your weight?

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Linda, sorry the weight isn't cooperating for you. I kind of like the concept of the diet bet, but I have found my mind doesn't really work that way when it comes to my weight. It's a more personal and private thing that I work on internally. Your body may just really like that weight range and you ...

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Oh wow, that's terrible! Why can girls be so mean? I think it's actually much worse these days with social media. I'm so sorry she is experiencing this. I hope they can figure it out, or she can connect with some kinder friends. Big hugs to you both.

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Monday, June 1st, 2020 Yay! It's June! 3 more weeks! lol Had a really nice day with the kids at the property having cake. My DH and I took a walk last night before bed that felt really good. It was an interesting eating day. I didn't think I would take full advantage of my S day, but I did after all...

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Hi Clarinetgal. Thanks for stopping by my journal. Yeah, all that weighing hasn't really done me any good, as you say. I think focusing on behavior for one full week, and not needing immediate feedback will help me become more patient and focused on the long view.

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Sunday, May 31st, 2020 Wrapping up the month of May. I have to say I'm glad it will soon be behind us. June brings the end of school, seeing my GS, and the freedom to do more of what I want to do. I really do need to sign up for some summer classes though. I want to get 10 credits this summer to bum...

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Thanks Pinkhippie! I think the key for me, as you say, is eating well at your meals. That includes enough food but also a delicious and nourishing meal.

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Saturday, May 30th, 2020 We started the day off with a coffee run, and then went on a really nice drive to a nearby small town on the water. We walked on the dock and sat down at the beach for a bit. We used to go to coffee many weekend mornings and sit and catch up after the week. With all this goi...

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Thanks Auto! I'm excited to go on a little shopping trip and pick some things out for him. I can hardly wait!!

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I have to take breaks too from work. I can only sit and focus so long. Sounds like a good idea to get 'er done today and have tomorrow completely free to enjoy!

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I'm glad that Cupcake is really settling down. I'm sure it makes life much more pleasant and manageable! Ooh, cherries sound good! I may need to get some this week.

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Ooh, that cranberry pecan bread sounds good! Do you get it a local bakery?

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Friday, May 29th, 2020 Well, I have to say I was really happy and proud of myself yesterday for making it through the afternoon with no snack! :lol: We also ended up eating late, at 7:40, so I went from 12:40 to 7:40 with no snack. It wasn't really that hard, except for a little anxiety about being ...

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Thanks! We had a relaxing evening out at the house and he liked his stuff.

Yes, giving up that afternoon snack is a big leap and change for me. But I think it will be so worth it!

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Linda, your pups are the cutest!! Thanks for sharing with us. Cupcake is just a teeny little sweetie.

I'm so glad you're feeling more relaxed about food. That is wonderful. I color my own hair too. I'm glad it worked out well. Maybe you can save a pretty penny!

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Auto, I wish you could share more too. It really does help to share it with the group. Keep letting all those ideas percolate. Maybe one of them will just click and you'll be off on a new life adventure! Or, things in education will settle back down and you will find your groove again and feel good ...

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It sounds like things are going along really well for your eating. That's wonderful. You sound very in tune. Yay for getting Clorox wipes!

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Thursday, May 28th, 2020 Today is my husband's birthday, so we'll be getting some takeout and taking it to the new house for dinner. I also got us each an almond joy cookie for birthday dessert. :) I got him some binoculars and a waterproof case so we can leave them down by the water. Whenever we wa...

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Linda and Pinkhippie, thanks for the encouragement! Today has been a lot better so far.

Auto,maybe so! I know this is the worst time for separation anxiety so that is probably a big part of it. Trying to chill!

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Wednesday, May 27th, 2020 I have an early start this morning since I'm going into school to work for several hours. I was procrastinating big time on my paperwork yesterday, and felt numbed out and definitely trying to avoid it. Did some major snacking in the afternoon. Yuck. I did wait till 8:30 to...

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Pinkhippie, you're so right. Of course he's confused and I'm sure once we can spend more time with him it's going to be okay. It's just so hard when you love that little one so much and want that relationship! How sweet of your daughter's teacher to do that. It means so much to the kids too. At leas...

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Auto, sounds like you're having lots of fun in your backyard! I'm glad you have that creative outlet. We're on the countdown for school! Yay.

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Linda, you should try and post a pic of your pup if you can. Would love to see her! I'm glad she's settling down and doing well. I'm missing going out to meals too, the experience. Take-out just isn't the same. I'm not sure when I'm going to be getting a hair cut either. I color my own and have cut ...

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I'm so pleased for you on how your eating is going. You're tuned in and getting into a groove. Yay you!!

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May 26th, 2020 We had a really nice weekend. We got our pumpkins planted, along with some zucchini and yellow squash. We put a few rows of dahlias in too. We went out and got some coffee yesterday, which we haven't done in a long time on a weekend. We used to get up and go out to coffee weekend morn...

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Pinkhippie, He'll be 7 months on the 2nd. Yes, hoping it will all be fine. He's already standing up in his crib. Little rascal! I'm sure he'll be an early walker.

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It sounds like a really great day! I'm so glad you got out for a wonderful bike ride, and it feels so good to be stronger and know that your exercise has been paying off.

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I'm glad you enjoyed your day out in the garden so much. It really is therapeutic, isn't it? Especially now with being indoors so much and sitting more. I hope you found a nice bench. I'm going to create a "secret garden," at our new house. There's a spot up between two maple trees where I'm going t...

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Linda, I'm so glad you enjoyed your day of eating! I hope you find your sweet spot soon. Good job finishing your 4 weeks! I start different rotations with my workouts, but most of the time I get bored and don't stick with what I have planned. I understand why you felt good completing it! I'm thinkin...

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Sunday, May 24th, 2020 Yesterday was a good day. We got to visit my daughter and SIL and take a walk, as well as see our grandson and my son and DIL. Oh, I had such an ache though because we couldn't hold him, and he also cried on and off when he looked at us because he is so used to only seeing mom...

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Linda, I hope you find the path to peace with your eating. I think simple is definitely better.

Pinkhippie, only 4 more weeks!!

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Friday, May 22nd, 2020 It's Friday! Yay! Only 4 more weeks of school. It's so funny, but as much as I want to be done, I'm also sad that I won't be in touch with my kids and families over the summer. Now that I can see the finish line, I realize that I will get this paperwork all done, and I want to...

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Linda, our first Hello Fresh meal was delicious! It was a pan-fried pork chop with a rub and a yummy sauce, along with mashed yukon gold potatoes and these really delicious green beans. They were super fresh and tasty. Definitely a hit with the hubby! I'm considering doing some meals each week once ...

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Auto, how did your homemade yogurt come out? Is it worth the time to make it, or are some of your other local yogurts just as good? How's work going this week?

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I struggle too with finding that sweet spot for eating enough to carry me till my next meal/snack without overdoing it. I'm trying to be more intuitive about that also. I think combining that with daily weighing will keep me aware and honest with myself. Eating more slowly is a goal for me too!

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Your workouts sound tough! It does feel good to push ourselves and do something hard. I felt that way when I was doing Orange Theory. Wine messes with my sleep too. Maybe you can find a happy medium.

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May 20th, 2020 I'm going to keep plugging away on my healthy habits, but I'm finding it's not helpful to post all the details here. If I have a rough day I just don't want to come and post. So, back to a more free-flowing format. Things are going okay. I'm really sad that work is what it is right no...

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Pinkhippie, I didn't know either! But my husband has a landscaping business so I'm learning a lot about plants, trees, and flowers! :) Linda, it's super easy to post a pic. I didn't know how either till I figured it out for these pics. Down below where you type your message it says, "Options," and "...

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That's nice that your husband noticed you were smaller.

It does take them a little while sometimes. lol

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Sunday, May 17th, 2020 The sun is out this morning, and that is so nice! It really does brighten the mood. Yesterday was a fun day. We decided on a whim to go down to the Portland, OR area to a few peony farms. They were just beautiful! So well manicured and just full of color. We got a few plants f...

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Auto, I feel your pain on the grading! I'm sure it is very discouraging to wade through the bad writing. I think so many of us are feeling bogged down around work. Besides the grading, do you generally enjoy your job - in the classroom? If so, know that this will pass at some point and you can teach...

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Hi Linda. Yes, it's hard to be motivated enough to do what you need to do consistently if you don't have a strong motivator. I think the real goal of all this is to be happy and content and then be able to focus on life. At least it is for me. I think because so many of us have been dieting so long ...

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Good job on your steps! I'm glad your ankle is getting better. It's so difficult to be grounded by an injury.

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Saturday, May 16th, 2020 Good morning. It's a bit dreary and sprinkly this morning. I have a lot I plan to do this weekend at home. Laundry, some cleaning, tidying my extra bedroom where I work out and do my teaching. Lots of paperwork! I am going to use my timer to do increments of work, increments...

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Pinkhippie, it is very rewarding and many days. Especially when you see their growth, or when they come in and give you a big hug. :) I do really like where I work. I have a great team of teachers that are very supportive. It does help me a lot too to track my food and weigh daily, no matter what. I...

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Auto, I think most everyone drinks to change the way they're feeling. To relax, to escape, to forget about it all for awhile. I doubt it's just the taste for almost anyone! Healthy drinking. Hmm. It's probably a fine line for sure. I suppose some people just have the occasional drink or glass of win...

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Friday, May 15th, 2020 Yesterday was a pretty good day. I had a good weights workout, connected with the kids and families. No real time for paperwork though. We went out to the house and met the builder and went over final details before he orders all the interior materials. We finally settled on o...

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Pinkhippie, I teach special education preschool. Students are 3-5. That paperwork is the a monkey on my back. Yesterday they told us we need to do progress reports for the end of the year. :roll: Big sigh. Many parents don't want to work on goals and don't pick up their packets or respond to message...

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Congrats on sticking that 163!

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Thursday, May 14th, 2020 I was very happy when I got on the scale this morning and saw my loss. 12 more to go! :) Yesterday was a good day. Did our paint samples and found the green we want. Now down to the trim. I'm going to run up to the paint store and get a few more samples to try. We're meeting...

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Thanks for the encouragement Linda! I think you're right about having a goal to focus on right now. So far, so good! Pinkhippie, thanks for coming by. I have found the same thing, that tracking brings consistent weight loss. I'm eating a lot of the same meals, so it's pretty quick to track, and real...

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Good morning. I've been following along with your journal so I thought it was time I say hello! Congrats on the size 10's! That must have been a great feeling. I agree that it's awfully nice when we don't have to worry about anyone else and can just make a quick dinner that we like for ourselves!

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Creator's birthday sounded wonderful! I love Mario. My kids and I had a lot of fun playing those games on the old Nintendo64 back in the day. ;) How is it having wine in your life again? Do you notice any difference in how you feel physically? I don't sleep very well when I drink wine usually. I hop...

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Finding just the right evening snack is important. Satisfying and enjoyable, but that doesn't set you up for wanting more. I love the Yasso Greek yogurt bars. Lots of delish flavors and only about 100 calories. They totally do the trick for me! So sorry about the girls. It's very stressful having th...

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Wednesday, May 13th, 2020 Yesterday went really well. It felt so good to have a solid plan and to be honoring it. I had to take a few laps around our driveway last night to hit my 8,000 steps. :) I had a productive day at work too. We get to be in our rooms for 3 hours on Tuesdays, and it was so nic...

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I didn't realize that I had been gone so long. I just haven't felt like writing lately. I think I've been a bit depressed with this new lifestyle we are currently living. Overall I think I'm doing pretty well, but it's just hard sometimes. No way around it. Linda has inspired me, along with an upcom...

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Auto, I find it helpful too to make a fresh to-do list after I'm done working so I am ready to jump in and tackle things when I get back to it.

Thanks Linda!

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Hi Linda. Your Diet Bet got me inspired to set some goals to light a fire under me. I'm glad it's doing the same for you!

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Sunday, April 26th, 2020 Exercise: none Steps: 3,351 The sun is out this morning and that is such a nice thing! Yesterday my hubby and I went on a nice long walk. I'm happy with my steps! We went out to the new house and hung out a bit, sat by the water, and did some dreaming about what we want to d...

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April 25th, 2020 Exercise: 85M walk Steps: 14,124 Yesterday was a pretty good day overall. I got quite a bit done for work, did my two Zoom meetings, and some errands. My Zoom calls weren't too hectic. It was just hard to hear everyone well with their little voices. :) We went out for our weekly tak...

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Thanks Auto! It's so encouraging. It's a slow process, but I need to stay the course. I'm getting there!

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Friday, April 24th, 2020 Exercise: none Steps: 3,710 Yesterday was a really good day. I got a good bit done, made a video for the kids, went grocery shopping. Starting to get in a flow with work. I'm excited to do my Zooms today with the kids, and get my lesson planned for our teachers. I got in a n...

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Ha ha! Puttering without a plan. Such a good description of what I do too. I do so much better if I sit down and make my to-do list and then come back to it often to keep focused.

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You have a lot on your plate for sure!! I hope things start gradually opening up soon. We are all so ready for that!! I'm weighing less often, and I have to say it's a huge relief.

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Thursday, April 23rd, 2020 Exercise: 30M walk + mini walk Steps: 9,706 Been busy, busy, busy with school! But, I feel so much better and I'm getting a handle on things. We did our first pick-up of packets yesterday. It was great to see the kids who came along with their parents. I dropped a few off ...

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Linda, you must mean Kayla Cox. Love her!! She is so reasonable and practical. She is a person that has helped me to let go of perfectionism.

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Hi Linda. I'm sorry you're feeling frustrated and confused about the best course of action. What kind of eating schedule feels the most natural to you and syncs best to your body's natural hunger rhythms? Instead of fighting my body's signals I am trying to flow with them, and that has really helped...

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Auto, I'm glad that things are better with that student. You have such a compassionate view of her feelings. That's admirable. I'm so glad that you love Flowerpup so and are very happy with your decision to get her!

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Friday, April 17th, 2020 Exercise: Steps: B: oatmeal, Swiss cheese, turkey sausage L: open-faced turkey sandwich, apple w/PB S: D: Busy, busy yesterday with meetings! Another day with very few steps! Now I see how hard it must be for people with desk jobs to get their steps in. I will do better toda...

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Auto, I'm excited about doing videos. I had one parent yesterday who said her daughter was so excited to see the video. When she was watching it she started crying though, because she missed school so much. :( I called her yesterday and talked with her a while, which was very nice for all. I got som...

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Auto, it sounds like you are getting really creative and have come up with some unique teaching/assessment methods. How are things going with that student who was complaining?

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Thursday, April 16th, 2020 Exercise: none Steps: 3,554 B: oatmeal, turkey sausage, Swiss cheese L: 1/2 turkey sandwich, sweet potato chips S: RX bar, iced latte w/1 raw sugar D: cheeseburger, fries (our weekly take-out night) Yesterday was a pretty okay day. I couldn't believe my step total!!! I can...

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Yes, I'm really trying to find my balance. Some days better than others!

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Wednesday, April 15th, 2020 Exercise: 20M weights Steps: 2,070 B: oatmeal, Swiss cheese, turkey sausage L: open-faced tuna sandwich, apple w/PB S: RX bar, string cheese, Perfect bar D: omelet w/bacon, cheddar, slice toast w/jam & butter, Yasso bar Yesterday was a good day. I took a nice long walk, g...

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Sounds like your distance learning is keeping you really busy!! Good job getting in those 15K steps. Quite an accomplishment. I need to up my game!

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Linda, glad Cupcake is feeling better! I'm with you on having a messy kitchen. I just don't feel settled when it's chaos in there, and it's hard to feel good or get much done.

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Tuesday, April 14th, 2020 Exercise: 80M walk Steps: 13,662 B: oatmeal, turkey sausage, Swiss cheese, mixed nuts L: slice chicken pot pie, apple w/PB S: RX bar, string cheese D: sausage, 1/2 sweet potato, green beans, Yasso bar Another beautiful day! I was having the funniest dream today with a bunch...

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Monday, April 13th, 2020 Exercise: 35M strength workout Steps: 4,956 B: RX bar, string cheese L: salad w/chicken, red onion, cucumber, jack cheese, slice bacon,homemade Italian S: apple, light yogurt, mixed nuts D: hamburger patty, green beans, slice lemon pound cake w/ice cream We had a fun weekend...

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Thursday, April 9th, 2020 Exercise: Steps: B: oatmeal, turkey sausage, Swiss cheese L: S: D: Today I'm going to take some time to take a long walk somewhere and get to some water. I need it. Realizing that I am depressed, probably temporarily. Those two things help me the most, and will help me get ...

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Thanks Auto. I think I just need to let myself cry today. Not just about school, but about everything. I'm so sad I can't see my beautiful, sweet grandson. He is growing so fast and is almost able to army crawl. I'm just so sad that I'm missing it and I can't hold him in my arms. I don't know when I...

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