Tuesday February 6, 2018

I've always multitask-tasked my whole life (needed it and need that now), but the STRESS that sometimes accompanied it especially when I was spread thin became much harder to handle as I got older. So that means that the pressure of feeling that something needs to get done is more difficult to handle now. Maybe that is the case for you (though I am definitely older)?

I don't know how you keep up with all that you do. Prioritizing yourself is hard work. I'm glad you are continuing to try to make some space to breathe.

Weight: 130.0
Macros: Cals - 1,778, carbs - 173, fats - 67, protein - 111, fiber - 32
Veggies/Fruits (goal 8): 7.5
Sleep (goal 8 hours): 5.5
Exercise: Aquarobics

You can take it to the bank that 5.5 hours of sleep is less restorative than 6.5 hours, which is less restorative than 7.5 hours. Note to self -- go to bed earlier tonight.

Yesterday's V/Fs came from cherry tomatoes, spring lettuces, oven-grilled sweet peppers, salsa, plantains, black beans, and one big whole wonderful avocado! For now, my weight is sticking at 130, and I'm back to 1600-1700 cals/day.

After deliberating for some time about several big decisions, I pulled the trigger and marked off a lot of to-dos on my list.

Today has been about yoga, errands, memorial service venue contracts, insurance payments, and marking off more to-dos.

This afternoon I made a solo-fika and enjoyed some Thin Addictives (cranberry and almond biscotti), thanks to Paula who also sent me a home-spa care package and a Jumbo Crosswords book (xoxoxo!).

Today's theme: "Sleep is the foundation of civilization." (Socrates didn't say that. I did.)

Lux fika! Oh, and that avocado!!! Supah Lux.

I'm unusually chilled after today's hike. It isn't that cold or rainy. I did wear inappropriate pants--see what happens when you don't wear REI endorsed hiking clothing? I'm under a heated throw, wool blanket and Buster now.

Being home this time of day is so strange. Both DD and DH point fingers at each other saying YOU NAP A LOT and NO! YOU!!! NAP A LOT! I can say that they both nap a lot. DH has terrible night time sleep issues --- it would be easy to pick apart his sleep hygiene but lets leave it alone. DD is simply a teen.

Pics from a overcast, moist hike. Rain held off til I was done. Much to be grateful for.

In pic below, I liked the twirly trees

The scene below makes me wonder if there are Vikings hiding in there, ready to cut my head off.

And below, a simple woodland trail

Great pictures. I doubt there are Vikings but there could be Ewoks or fairies. DS

So jealous of your moist, green setting!

Your lizard time sounds kind of nice, too :) Would be nice to have a mix of both.

Greetings Tuesday Creatures

Well I didn't weight and am late posting as I had to be at the eye doctor early and 30 min away. Then the chiropractor who thinks I am doing well. Getting old is dreary. Then lots of calls on my cell phone. I usually get very few. Met up with my friend who moved to Mexico who is back for a couple of weeks. She brought me some cool gifts and we will do dinner out.

Ann, glad you are getting some decisions made and I am sure they will be good ones. You are right about sleep. I can remember staying up half the night as a college student. Now its unthinkable. Ditto missing a meal.

Dave, love the idea of the gliders. Bet they are beautiful.

Hey, the local crab shack is finally open! Friday night dinner!

Enjoy the beaches, hikes and trees all. Diane S