Good Thursday Morning Everybody!

Good Thursday Morning Everybody! Happy New Year to those who I haven't caught up with this past week. How is everyone this morning? I had a whirlwind day yesterday. Took McMom to the hospital for her third surgery in the last 6-7 weeks. Hopefully the third time is the charm! She's home and doing well. After getting home from the hospital yesterday afternoon, I was expecting to putz around the house and take care of McMom's needs so she wouldn't have to get up and down, etc. So I get a phone call from work and I wound up coming in to work for 3 hours...fun..not! Oh well...as long as they weren't calling to issue a pink slip, I'm okay with it So how goes the eating, fluids, supplements, protein and exercise? I'm doing good on all counts except I haven't been able to work out since the 1st. I will get back on track, I will, I will...I don't make resolutions at the beginning of the year. I believe more in a continuous improvement process throughout the year. So what's up in your world? Inquiring minds want to know. Anything new? Have a wonderful day! Take Care, Terry

Hey girl - Glad to hear everything went well for McMom!!! Like you said, the third time's the charm!!! Sorry you had to go to work, especially after the mentally tiring day I know you had. Everything's well with me. Back on track after the holiday debacle. I'm so SICK of looking at certain types of food. I brought a Greek chicken salad with me today, along with an apple, pb, V-8 and some nuts. So I'm protein-ready!!!! Have a great Friday Eve!!! Tia

Morning Terry I'm here!!! Mr Mo was going to be late last night so I spent 'extra' time at the gym. Got in 35 minutes on an interval course on the treadmill and then another 30 minutes on the bike doing an alternating interval course that was really fun. By the time I made it to the ski machine, I was only able to handle about 5 minutes and I packed it in. I had a thought of getting up and going at 5 a.m. to do my weight/strength stuff. ( I might be able to do that a couple of mornings a week for about 20 minutes and not disrupt my morning routine too much ) BUT ... Mr Mo had blocked Big Blue in when he parked last night figuring he would leave before I did and it just was going to be an effort to move the Blazer, sooooo .. maybe tomorrow ???? If not, I'll be at the gym on Saturday and make sure I get the circuit in at least once. I can't wait until all the New Years 'resolution' people get over their gym thing and go away .. it's been a zoo the last couple of nights right after work. I guess I could always wait and go about 6 or 6:30 .. but then I run the risk of not going if I go home first ... Tonight is the Crofton group meeting. I am going to stay here in the office til about 5:15 and then head up to Crofton. Boss is back today for the first day since the Friday before Christmas, so we have lots of catchup on what has happened and NOT happened while she was gone. I'll be a busy kid! Hugs, Mo

Hi Terry. Today is a fairly steady/busy day. Not too bad though. Even though I am busy I feel like the time is dragging by. Not that I am anticipating anything this evening but when I am busy I rarely notice the time. I went to the gym yesterday and did 30 min on the eliptical. I love that machine. I didn't do strength training as I gave my muscles a day of rest. I wil have to workout at home this evening since I didn't get to bring in my gym stuff today. But I have plenty of things at home to get a good workout in so NO EXCUSES for me! I am glad your mom is recovering nicely. I too hope that this is her last surgery and she gets to completely recover and get back to her life. You too! I am doing pretty well it cutting myself off of the sugar. I had way too much over the holidays so I am really trying to be strict. I started to eat a piece of chocolate yesterday and decided to give it away. It was upsetting my stomach anyway so I figured it just wasn't worth all that discomfort. Doing well with other eating. Water is lacking today because I am so cold. Hopefully I will be able to push myself and get my water up. Have a fab day! It's supposed to be really nice this afternoon so I might try to walk to the bank later and enjoy the sunshine. Hugs, Robin

Terry, Just a quick note, been so busy at work haven't had much time to post...but wanted to let you know I am keeping McMom in my prayers. Glad she is home and doing well! Be sure to take some time for yourself as well!!!! You are always on the move I'm not sure when you have time to breathe!!! LOL Take care, Heather

Terry, I have been keeping you and your Mom in my thoughts and prayers. I hope she gets to feeling better really soon and doesn't need anymore surgeries. Enjoy your preciopus mother I miss mine so much. hey can you share her with me??? God bless her heart! hugs, Cira

Glad to hear your mom had a good outcome yesterday. Don't you just hate when they call you from work? I am ready to change my cell number just so they can't call. I can't even go to the bathroom or to get some lunch and I have this one person calling me on my cell saying you didn't answer your office line. My response- I do have to pee once in awhile. Anyway. I didn't get to exercise this morning, but I did get a great night of sleep. I so needed it. I am very active at work so I am not too stressed about the lack of exercise right now. Seems I am always having to run to see this person or that person. Sometimes I will go to see them purposefully instead of using the phone. They are in the same building- phones are too impersonal. I need to get my fluids in as yet today. I have a bottle of juice I am working on right now. I want to try to find a way to drink at work so I am not trying to get it all in after work. Aime