Tonights blog is going to be short and sweet...I am so behind in my homework, so just a little stressed out! Gotta figure out how to balance everything tomorrow; homework, lesson planning, housework, laundry, cooking, and the thing I actually want to do...go watch my youngest daughters basketball tournament...had to miss todays games and I always hate it when that happens.
But I did actually give myself a break today and went to a movie with a friend. Even though it meant I would be farther behind, I think it is important to get away like that occassionally. A couple of hours where I didn't have to think about anything, but the movie I was watching was nice and its always nice to spend time with friends! When I stopped at Fred Meyer for groceries and my new outfit for losing 10 pounds...it ended up working out for my sister and mom to meet me there...that was a special treat! And they were great at picking out a perfect outfit for me! Thanks for the help...
While going to a movie was a little challenging for me, since I love to "splurge" when I go since I rarely go. But, I took one of my meals with me and some extra veggies and it ended up surprisingly easy once I made the decision to stick with it. When I got home and was hit again with how much homework I had that I need done by tomorrow night, I was very tempted to have a drink, but I also knew that would probably lead to splurging on food I shouldn't have. I also really wanted some extra pain medication due to ongoing pain the last few days. But, I had already had some earlier and I really want to do better in that area as well, so I skipped that too. I am sure the stress lately is increasing the pain level. I may just have to learn to deal with it over the rest of this term. I know stress releases cortisol which can counter weight loss, so I really need to figure out a way to deal with the stress better. My work load is NOT going to decreas over the next couple of months, so I need to learn how to deal with it.
On a positive note...I was able to get a size smaller in jeans today! That is encouraging and motivating!
Hopefully tomorrow, I will find an opportunity to post a picture in the new outfit 10 pounds lighter! Ready to tackle the next 10!
it is hard to balance...delegate the housework to the three kids..plan their meals and turn the tv and computer off to do the homework..hard, I know, but it has to be done...and if the house is not perfect clean in the next few months, then so be it.
ReplyDeletegood luck.