I know, I know. You don't have to say it. I've been slightly slack when it comes to my posts the past week. Let me tell ya, I've got a lot to catch you all up on.
First of all... Last week's weigh in... HOLY CRAP (in a good way)!!! I can't believe I've lost close to 12lbs in 3 weeks, pretty kick ass. The WW leader asked if I regret not starting this 3 weeks sooner and my response was no, I wish I had started 3 MONTH earlier. Go Me!
Secondly is my weekend of temptation. Well, I actually used great restraint and control when it came to food. I didn't sacrifice, but I was very good at eating slowly, making good choices and watching my portions. I do have to admit that I did have a small piece of cake, a chocolate dipped cream puff (small one), and 1/2 of a yummie cookie, but that's as bad as I got all weekend! GO ME. I did come to realize that the food I put in my body wasn't the healthiest and I think I'm paying for it now. No really, I've been very lethargic and lazy the past two days and I've needed a swift kick in the ass to go walking and I whole heartedly blame it on the food I put into my body over the weekend. But I think I’m back on track again and hopefully at my weigh-in on Thursday my restraint shows with a little loss or I’d even be happy as long as there is no gain.
Next, stress... Last Monday I sat down with my boss and he has decided to transition me into a new position within the company... good news is that I still have a job, bad news is that the job requires me to work out of the office 45 miles away. That's a 90 mile commute each day; in rush hour traffic; in Atlanta. The idea of sitting in my car 3 - 4 hours a day in traffic makes me feel physically ill. On Tuesday I saw an ad on Craigslist for a Life Engagement Coordinator (a.k.a Activities Director) at an Assisted Living Home about 15 minutes from me. The ad stated that those interested should show up on person to apply. So Tuesday afternoon I squeezed into my dress suit and headed on down there to turn in my resume and fill out an application. Just out of pure happenstance, when I arrived their Technology system was down, their phones were down and they were sitting around twiddling their thumbs looking for something to do, so after I filled out the application they asked if I had some time to sit for an impromptu interview and I was more than happy to oblige. Two days later they offered me the position and I head in on Thursday for orientation. I find it no odd coincidence that the exact time I showed up they had time to meet with me. I think this opportunity is a perfect one for me and I'm super excited to start this new career. I realize that there will be a ton of temptations there and I will have to use great restraint given that my office has a full kitchen with fridge, sink, stove AND an Otis Spunkmeyer cookie oven! But I'm sure I'll make it all right.
I have also set some crazy, but do-able goals. I've realized this week that I turn 30 in just over a year, my absolute goal weight is 130lbs and I think it's kinda neat that my b-day is on Aug. 30th... so it will be 130 and 30 on 30. Go figure!
2 comments:
I can vouch for Liz being very careful - even the chocolate fountain didn't throw her off! We were talking about how when you're at a restaurant, you should ask for a box right when your dinner arrives. If you eat half your meal and then ask for a box, you'll probably end up eating the rest of your meal while you're waiting for the box! The things you learn at hibachi restaurants. :) Liz, I was hoping for a pe-do-meter story! Maybe tomorrow? Congrats on the new job, too!
way to go lizzybean!! i'm so excited to hear stories from your new job. i'm sure that it's going to be a great new adventure!!! hey, and who knows, maybe you could start a weight watchers group with your seniors?? how cool would that be?? (that is, assuming that they're still of sound mind... are they??)
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