New job with new challenges...
Hi everyone! I just wanted to drop a quick note to tell you about my new job. I got an office job for a local store,Linton's Big R in Powell, Wyoming in the accounts payable department. I also do purchase ordering and do most of the ordering for toys and housewares. It's a challenge in many aspects, but mainly because I've never done this type of job before. There is a VERY large learning curve with this job. I'm loving it! I've never been shy of facing a challenge and I don't intend to start now. I'm also still finishing up my internship position with the college I attend. Two jobs, wow! This oughta help with some bills!
One of the great things about having this fulltime job is that it puts me on a stringent schedule and keeps me out of the fridge and the cupboards! I will NEVER take snacks with me to work, jus****er and protein drinks. I get an hour for lunch so I'll be able to eat my meal then and won't need any snacks. I've found this to be MUCH better for me since I started this job last Thursday.
The job is also about 3/4 mile away from our house so it's a good distance to walk everyday. I usually walk to work in the morning, walk home for lunch and then drive back to work because it's too hot in the early evening to walk home. Even just walking back and forth once is a mile and a half. I also wear 5 lbs weights on my ankles and sometimes on my wrists when I walk to and from.
I'm so excited about this new job that I just had to share!
Another perk is, I've noticed men cranking their heads to turn and look at me when I'm walking! THAT'S A FIRST! LOL!
Thanks again to ALL OF YOU for all the support you have given me during this journey! It's only truly just begun!
WE'RE AN AWESOME TEAM!!
Love you all bunches!!
Brenda
Thank you, Donna! I just know that our August group is an exceptional group of gals and guys (the guys--whenever they show their faces! lol) that is sure to be a HUGE success! We seem to really stick together when there are many questions we face everyday. I also know that "quit" is only a word when my teenage sons are harassing me LOL. We have it made as long as we stick together and keep encouraging each other through the great times and the rough times.
We ARE the winning losers!
This journey has made me aware that dreams do come true, and my mom was right when she has always told me, "honey, you can do ANYTHING you put your mind and heart into."
She's 10000000% right!
I love you all!
Brenda
Hi ya my beautiful friend! CONGRATS on the job! Sounds like it is awesome. Sounds like u also have an excellent exercise routine worked out...good for you. Getting that in is not always easy. Since I have my Grandbaby most of the time, I cannot go to the gym like I used to, but that is ok. YOU are such an inspiration to all of us! Take care of yourself and do not work too hard. Much love and hugs to you BEAUTIFUL! Love Kathleen
Thank you, Kathleen! I think you all are the inspiration! I feel like this is my home inside my home, ya know? We are a family here, not just WLS recipients. We have come so far together and I feel like we'll always be here for each other.
You all inspire me to keep on track and when I do fall off track I know I can tell you about it and you'll show me where my bootstraps are and help me pick myself up. It just doesn't get anymore inspirational than that! We are the key to helping each other be successful and healthy. Sooooo....
As Ty Pennington (Extreme Makeover: Home Edition) puts it......
LET'SSSSSSSSSS DOOOOO ITTTTTTTTT!!
Love you all bunches!
Brenda
I haven't checked in for a few days. Congrats on the job Brenda. I hope you will have enough time for yourself to enjoy the summer too. Walking to work is a great idea. I find my eating habits are better when I'm at work too. When I brown bag it I eat healthy. I am starting to ride my bike to work this week. It's been too rainy on work days so far so I'm hoping for good weather this week.
Fran
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