It seems that there are sales everywhere and no one has any money to buy anything. Just like in the last depression, when things were dirt cheep and still no one had the nickel to buy two dozen oranges.
This time around things are still priced high, even with the discount, and will anyone have the money to buy them? Flat screen TVs are low priced, mine works fine and I won't be getting a new one anytime soon. Could use a new refrigerator, but if the price is not in our budget, we won't get one now.
There is a company selling corsets at 40% off, I would love one, no money for that either. The only new things I have been able to get were at the O'Neil warehouse sale. I was really glad since my old t-shirts were getting shabby looking and needed to be thrown out and replaced. There was also surf board for sale and at great discount. I'm sure they ran out of those before the sale was over, people did jump on that deal!
Things I am happy for, my chickens and their eggs. My dogs are healthy and we all have a roof over our heads. I pray to be content with these things, it does help. The fact that our balance is low at the bank makes it necessary. Sure there are lots of sales, but I don't have the money for them, at all.
Friday, November 27, 2009
Wednesday, November 18, 2009
Weekend
This weekend I will be going on my very first Cruise. While it combines things that I love, the ocean, eating and drinking, it should be fun.
I have no point of reference this time, since I have never been on a ship before. This has been a hard year and we have not been able to go out of town at all. Just the thought of getting out of town makes me a bit happy.
I haven't been surfing much with all my dogs and health concerns. Now I can't wait, but I have been sick again this week. It becomes too much to be at home all the time, and we need to get out and about.
The other good things this week. The much awaited O'Neil sale is on and we can go to that on our way to the port. So glad, really need to stock up on t-shirts and things. On the way back we will drop by the outlets. If it weren't for these things I wouldn't be able to have new things. Also I can get much more for my money.
My dogs are feeling better and the people I care about are safe and sound. That alone helps me to sleep better.
With all that it will be nice to sit back read have a drink in my hand and relax. At least for one weekend.
I have no point of reference this time, since I have never been on a ship before. This has been a hard year and we have not been able to go out of town at all. Just the thought of getting out of town makes me a bit happy.
I haven't been surfing much with all my dogs and health concerns. Now I can't wait, but I have been sick again this week. It becomes too much to be at home all the time, and we need to get out and about.
The other good things this week. The much awaited O'Neil sale is on and we can go to that on our way to the port. So glad, really need to stock up on t-shirts and things. On the way back we will drop by the outlets. If it weren't for these things I wouldn't be able to have new things. Also I can get much more for my money.
My dogs are feeling better and the people I care about are safe and sound. That alone helps me to sleep better.
With all that it will be nice to sit back read have a drink in my hand and relax. At least for one weekend.
Thursday, November 12, 2009
Needs
In my shopping I have to ask myself, if it's a need or a want. I had to get a few pairs of tights this week, and it was a need. Sure I got a lipstick as well. I have others, but this one was really great and I needed to feel pretty. I haven't felt that great lately. It helps to have something new and nice for a change.
The other needs in my life right now, I need to get back into the water. I need to be at the beach and look up at the clouds and relax. I need to taste the salt water and with all the weight I have been losing I hope it will help my surfing.
Other things I need, a few new t-shirts. I'm waiting for the O'Neil sale to stock up. Its one of the best deals in town. I have thrown out all the ones that don't fit are too worn out. I don't need 50 t-shirts, just a few.
I don't need to go out all the time, just once in a while. I don't need to see the movies at the movie house, every once in a while, yes I do. Not everything has to be rented. Sure I sneak in my own snacks in my big purse to save money. It's fun too.
I need to go out dancing once in a while. Sure I get to dance in my classes and in my living room. Every once in while I need to go out and just dance. I need to know my friends are ok and I email and text and give them hugs. In these ruff times its just nice to hear, "I love you and miss you". Okay its always nice to hear that, and we all need it. :-)
The other needs in my life right now, I need to get back into the water. I need to be at the beach and look up at the clouds and relax. I need to taste the salt water and with all the weight I have been losing I hope it will help my surfing.
Other things I need, a few new t-shirts. I'm waiting for the O'Neil sale to stock up. Its one of the best deals in town. I have thrown out all the ones that don't fit are too worn out. I don't need 50 t-shirts, just a few.
I don't need to go out all the time, just once in a while. I don't need to see the movies at the movie house, every once in a while, yes I do. Not everything has to be rented. Sure I sneak in my own snacks in my big purse to save money. It's fun too.
I need to go out dancing once in a while. Sure I get to dance in my classes and in my living room. Every once in while I need to go out and just dance. I need to know my friends are ok and I email and text and give them hugs. In these ruff times its just nice to hear, "I love you and miss you". Okay its always nice to hear that, and we all need it. :-)
Thursday, November 5, 2009
Goal
The last 12 weeks I have been on a mission to lose weight. In that I have been successful. Sure I can still stand to lose more, and I am make head-way.
Sometimes I forget all the things I have been able to accomplish over the years. It's silly that I don't give myself enough credit for it. Left over feelings from my family. My mother used to say that I never finished what I started. That was so untrue, even then.
In the last few years, I have finished my book which I am trying to get agent for. There is the scooter shop that against all odds is still up and running. I have helped to raise a few litters of pups.
As far as my exercise routine this is going to be 4 years of consistently going to Pilate's and 3 years of Belly dancing. In the Belly dancing I have become quite good and have performed most of the year, even subbing for my teacher.
The last 12 weeks was about dancing more times a week. I was able to do that and it has help so much. I have a lot more energy and don't get winded like I used to. This will all help in my surfing. I need to get back out and do that. Really I have a lot of motivation in myself and I get up and go all on my own. I do pray for the endurance to keep going and to keep a positive outlook.
Some say we should just be happy no matter what weight we are. The truth is we are not healthy being overweight. I have not been healthy and it is that concern that has made me really take this to heart. Sure we don't want to be mean, but encouraging family that is overweight to go for a walk with you or a bike ride can be a positive way to tell them, "I love you and want you to be healthier and around for a long time."
Here is to the rest of the year and keeping up with my goals! OXOX
Sometimes I forget all the things I have been able to accomplish over the years. It's silly that I don't give myself enough credit for it. Left over feelings from my family. My mother used to say that I never finished what I started. That was so untrue, even then.
In the last few years, I have finished my book which I am trying to get agent for. There is the scooter shop that against all odds is still up and running. I have helped to raise a few litters of pups.
As far as my exercise routine this is going to be 4 years of consistently going to Pilate's and 3 years of Belly dancing. In the Belly dancing I have become quite good and have performed most of the year, even subbing for my teacher.
The last 12 weeks was about dancing more times a week. I was able to do that and it has help so much. I have a lot more energy and don't get winded like I used to. This will all help in my surfing. I need to get back out and do that. Really I have a lot of motivation in myself and I get up and go all on my own. I do pray for the endurance to keep going and to keep a positive outlook.
Some say we should just be happy no matter what weight we are. The truth is we are not healthy being overweight. I have not been healthy and it is that concern that has made me really take this to heart. Sure we don't want to be mean, but encouraging family that is overweight to go for a walk with you or a bike ride can be a positive way to tell them, "I love you and want you to be healthier and around for a long time."
Here is to the rest of the year and keeping up with my goals! OXOX
Thursday, October 22, 2009
Back on track
There was a few weeks there, I was thinking I had reached a stand-still in my weight lost, I was wrong. It seems I just needed to go back to class and needed to keep up with my routine. The past few months I have been using dance dates to keep working up a new number and keep dancing. The holiday months are coming up and I have not signed up for another dance spot.
Now the routine has to continue for my health and not just to get ready for a performance. It hasn’t been easy; the last month has been very stressful. The pups are getting bigger and there has not been that much interest in them. Now there is and it is such a good thing.
As it happens I have always told people that I don’t like to exercise and for the most part it is true. The only reason I do is so that I don’t get huge, well I didn’t exercise regularly for a few years and I did get big. Now these last three years I have been regular in my routines and it has helped. The most progress has been once I introduced belly dancing into my life. The combo of that and Pilates has been great, they really complement each other.
Sure I can say I got into a slump the last two weeks, and now that I have pulled myself out of it I saw results and lose and other 1.5 lbs. I feel great and have continued to dance before work. I feel as if I could keep this up. Going back to class helped me to get inspired to do more.
I was reading a magazine and they were encouraging readers to make exercise a practice and not a goal. Good advice, I need to keep this up not to met a goal, but because it is good for me. If I want to enjoy good health and keep doing the things I enjoy, I had better. Sure some days it’s hard for me to get out of bed, I feel so stiff, it may mean more stretching. Whatever it takes, I just have to keep on track.
Now the routine has to continue for my health and not just to get ready for a performance. It hasn’t been easy; the last month has been very stressful. The pups are getting bigger and there has not been that much interest in them. Now there is and it is such a good thing.
As it happens I have always told people that I don’t like to exercise and for the most part it is true. The only reason I do is so that I don’t get huge, well I didn’t exercise regularly for a few years and I did get big. Now these last three years I have been regular in my routines and it has helped. The most progress has been once I introduced belly dancing into my life. The combo of that and Pilates has been great, they really complement each other.
Sure I can say I got into a slump the last two weeks, and now that I have pulled myself out of it I saw results and lose and other 1.5 lbs. I feel great and have continued to dance before work. I feel as if I could keep this up. Going back to class helped me to get inspired to do more.
I was reading a magazine and they were encouraging readers to make exercise a practice and not a goal. Good advice, I need to keep this up not to met a goal, but because it is good for me. If I want to enjoy good health and keep doing the things I enjoy, I had better. Sure some days it’s hard for me to get out of bed, I feel so stiff, it may mean more stretching. Whatever it takes, I just have to keep on track.
Friday, October 16, 2009
Small Signs
In my 9th week of trying to keep up this exercise routine and it is getting more and more difficult. I don’t have a performance to look forward to and I just have to look at the overall goal of being fit and healthy.
I have to look for little signs that I am making progress. My clothes fit loosely, that is a big factor that helps in keeping my spirits up. Sure I really want a hamburger and soda, I have to remind myself how bad I will feel afterwards. The scale is not always my friend, so I give it a rest. I feel better eating well, that is my sign for the day.
People that haven’t seen me in a while let me know I look well. My eyes seem brighter and less bags around them, so they tell me. Good to know, another small sign, thank you for that.
In the mean time I also try to keep busy around the house. I have been selling off some of my Barbie’s on eBay. The house could be al little lighter as well. All the moving around doesn’t make me tired or sweat, so I feel better just doing my normal chores. I am able to move faster and that feels good as well.
The last month I used a drum solo CD to help with my work out. It has helped and I am still using it. It not as difficult to keep up with, it was before. I know I am making progress when something that was hard isn’t any more.
I only have three more weeks to go on my plan. I have made some great progress and I have lost some weight. After this I will try to keep up with just dancing in the mornings, since I am making it a habit. Having come this far I don’t want to mess it up by going back to old eating habits that got me into this spot in the first place. The things that have helped are a) planning meals b) keep eating salads c) keep using music that inspires me.
I have not had a couch to cheer me on. I have had no one telling me I need to get up and exercise, yet I have been able to do this. Why? I am afraid of having to use insulin in a needle, and I don’t want to be this heavy any more.
I have to look for little signs that I am making progress. My clothes fit loosely, that is a big factor that helps in keeping my spirits up. Sure I really want a hamburger and soda, I have to remind myself how bad I will feel afterwards. The scale is not always my friend, so I give it a rest. I feel better eating well, that is my sign for the day.
People that haven’t seen me in a while let me know I look well. My eyes seem brighter and less bags around them, so they tell me. Good to know, another small sign, thank you for that.
In the mean time I also try to keep busy around the house. I have been selling off some of my Barbie’s on eBay. The house could be al little lighter as well. All the moving around doesn’t make me tired or sweat, so I feel better just doing my normal chores. I am able to move faster and that feels good as well.
The last month I used a drum solo CD to help with my work out. It has helped and I am still using it. It not as difficult to keep up with, it was before. I know I am making progress when something that was hard isn’t any more.
I only have three more weeks to go on my plan. I have made some great progress and I have lost some weight. After this I will try to keep up with just dancing in the mornings, since I am making it a habit. Having come this far I don’t want to mess it up by going back to old eating habits that got me into this spot in the first place. The things that have helped are a) planning meals b) keep eating salads c) keep using music that inspires me.
I have not had a couch to cheer me on. I have had no one telling me I need to get up and exercise, yet I have been able to do this. Why? I am afraid of having to use insulin in a needle, and I don’t want to be this heavy any more.
Thursday, October 8, 2009
Change in the weather
It’s time again for me to get back out in the water, now that all the hot weather is gone and the entire tourist season is over.
I have been out for too long and I get edgy and grumpy when I can’t get back into the water. That’s not fun for my friends and family.
It doesn’t always have to be going off for me to get out there. I just need to feel the cold water around my hands and yes even taste some salt water.
The rest of the time on dry land has been nice now that it is fall again. I love baking and turning on the oven and getting all my cooking done on one afternoon. Also I look forward to snuggling up with my dogs. They always want to get in my lap and watch TV, it’s just hard when it’s really hot and I don’t feel like having my dog pant on me. They don’t seem to ever notice it might be a bother for us humans. Not that they don’t get walks in the summer and love to get out on a cool evening and check out what is going on in the neighborhood.
The pups have had a great time running around the back yard with mom. She teaches them what to bark at and the all follow her around. She sometimes gets tired and gets on top of the picnic table to avoid being trampled by her own pups. They like to run and jump on her; she is patent and nice about it. If they go overboard she lets them know with a little bite or growl. They get the point and stop.
Now that they are all in the house it can get a bit crowded. Not that we mind, it can get difficult when all the dogs want to sit with me, at the same time, since its cooler they help to warm me up.
The chickens are feeling this as well and have been going inside the coop more, at night. During the day they are more comfortable and not as hot, they have been laying eggs more regularly these days. When it’s hot they are too uncomfortable to brew up an egg every day. Too much work when it’s over 100. I can understand that.
After having such hot days, it has been nice to have this change in the weather. Sure I have to bring out the big down comforter, and it’s nice and cozy.
I have been out for too long and I get edgy and grumpy when I can’t get back into the water. That’s not fun for my friends and family.
It doesn’t always have to be going off for me to get out there. I just need to feel the cold water around my hands and yes even taste some salt water.
The rest of the time on dry land has been nice now that it is fall again. I love baking and turning on the oven and getting all my cooking done on one afternoon. Also I look forward to snuggling up with my dogs. They always want to get in my lap and watch TV, it’s just hard when it’s really hot and I don’t feel like having my dog pant on me. They don’t seem to ever notice it might be a bother for us humans. Not that they don’t get walks in the summer and love to get out on a cool evening and check out what is going on in the neighborhood.
The pups have had a great time running around the back yard with mom. She teaches them what to bark at and the all follow her around. She sometimes gets tired and gets on top of the picnic table to avoid being trampled by her own pups. They like to run and jump on her; she is patent and nice about it. If they go overboard she lets them know with a little bite or growl. They get the point and stop.
Now that they are all in the house it can get a bit crowded. Not that we mind, it can get difficult when all the dogs want to sit with me, at the same time, since its cooler they help to warm me up.
The chickens are feeling this as well and have been going inside the coop more, at night. During the day they are more comfortable and not as hot, they have been laying eggs more regularly these days. When it’s hot they are too uncomfortable to brew up an egg every day. Too much work when it’s over 100. I can understand that.
After having such hot days, it has been nice to have this change in the weather. Sure I have to bring out the big down comforter, and it’s nice and cozy.
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