The title basically sums it up. My Saturday was absolutely amazing, in a strange sort of way. My wonderful dogs felt the need to wake me up at 7:30, so there wasn't much for sleeping in. That was fine though (I guess...). Around 9:00, I decided that I was going to try out one of the fitness classes at the gym. It started at 10, so I didn't have a whole lot of time to get ready for it, but I made it early actually! I guess there was a downer to the day though - I found out that an old classmate/friend of my sister's died on Friday. We're not really sure if it was a suicide or an accident. It's hard because he was so young (only 26) and his family just lost one of their other sons in August.
So back to the upsides of the day...
The fitness class I went to was so much fun! It's basically a total body toner workout which is exactly what I am trying to do. There were only 4 of us there today, but it was great just being able to do simple basic workout moves and know that in just a couple of months, I'll be able to see some big results! Plus, I got to meet a few new people which is always a good thing. I also learned that one of the ladies in the class is also going to be participating in another one on Tuesday evenings (hip-hop), so we'll actually somewhat know another person when we go. I'm really loving my whole new get-in-shape attitude. I actually enjoy going to the gym whereas before, I'd do it just because my hubby would drag me, or because I had nothing better to do for an hour or so. I know that it will be beneficial for me too when we do get pregnant.
With my hubby coming home in about 1 1/2 days, I decided to start cleaning the house this afternoon. Yeah, probably not the best procrastination I've ever done, but oh well. I'll work my tushy off tomorrow to get it finished and clean, and life will be great grand and wonderful! Hubby won't care too much about the house anyway...he'll be more concentrated on making up for all the time we've been apart the past year.
*Sigh*...I want Monday to be here already....
Saturday, January 10, 2009
Thursday, January 8, 2009
4 more days
So there is an end in sight to this taking a break from the baby-making! In 4 days, my wonderful hubby will be back home! I'm so excited, yet a little stressed. There's so much I need to try and get done before he gets home. The house is a mess and I still have the Christmas decorations sitting in the middle of the dining room! This weekend though, since I may be snowed in yet again, I'm going to get things taken care of. After all, he's coming home on Monday sometime and I want this place to be spic and span (or at least as close to it as I can get it!)
On to other topics...I have made myself go to the gym this week. I went on Tuesday and Wednesday and plan on returning tomorrow as well. My goal is to get my high school cheerleader body back. I was so in shape back then! I had a 6-pack and then some, and my legs and arms were so toned. Not that I've put on weight and look horrible now. I just want to be toned from head to toe once again. I'm going to try and make it to the gym at least 3 times a week. I'm going to check into some of the fitness classes they offer there and see if there's one that I can make it to. On Tuesdays, they have a hip-hop class, so maybe I'll go to that one. I'm a huge fan of dancing (I was a teaching assistant in Ballroom dance at college for 2 years), and I've always wanted to learn hip-hop dancing. So what better way to satisfy 3 cravings?
I'm on my way to being healthier! My nutritionist showed me a website to help me track my calories, SparkPeople, and I have been hooked. It's so easy to use, and although most of the people on there are trying to lose weight, they're really supportive of you, no matter what! When I joined a group on there, I told them I was there to gain weight and that they probably already hated me (most people are jealous of my size 1 body...). They were quick to refute that and said that everyone was welcomed there, no matter what they used the website for. Now, if only my 2800-3000 calorie a day diet would help me put some weight back on...
On Monday I go for a check-up with my doctor and my nutritionist. I already know they won't be too impressed with my progress as far as weight gain. From what I can tell, I haven't put on any weight in the past 5 weeks. In fact, I think I may have actually lost weight, despite my enormous calorie intake. I'm still waiting on some lab results to see if there is a medical reason as to why I have spells of nausea and loss of appetite as well as the weight loss. It's such a headache right now. I don't know what I can and can't eat. ugh...
So, a not-so-short update of the past couple of weeks and the future few days. I'm really trying to get better at blogging too... I guess that's another New Year's resolution I didn't make.
On to other topics...I have made myself go to the gym this week. I went on Tuesday and Wednesday and plan on returning tomorrow as well. My goal is to get my high school cheerleader body back. I was so in shape back then! I had a 6-pack and then some, and my legs and arms were so toned. Not that I've put on weight and look horrible now. I just want to be toned from head to toe once again. I'm going to try and make it to the gym at least 3 times a week. I'm going to check into some of the fitness classes they offer there and see if there's one that I can make it to. On Tuesdays, they have a hip-hop class, so maybe I'll go to that one. I'm a huge fan of dancing (I was a teaching assistant in Ballroom dance at college for 2 years), and I've always wanted to learn hip-hop dancing. So what better way to satisfy 3 cravings?
I'm on my way to being healthier! My nutritionist showed me a website to help me track my calories, SparkPeople, and I have been hooked. It's so easy to use, and although most of the people on there are trying to lose weight, they're really supportive of you, no matter what! When I joined a group on there, I told them I was there to gain weight and that they probably already hated me (most people are jealous of my size 1 body...). They were quick to refute that and said that everyone was welcomed there, no matter what they used the website for. Now, if only my 2800-3000 calorie a day diet would help me put some weight back on...
On Monday I go for a check-up with my doctor and my nutritionist. I already know they won't be too impressed with my progress as far as weight gain. From what I can tell, I haven't put on any weight in the past 5 weeks. In fact, I think I may have actually lost weight, despite my enormous calorie intake. I'm still waiting on some lab results to see if there is a medical reason as to why I have spells of nausea and loss of appetite as well as the weight loss. It's such a headache right now. I don't know what I can and can't eat. ugh...
So, a not-so-short update of the past couple of weeks and the future few days. I'm really trying to get better at blogging too... I guess that's another New Year's resolution I didn't make.
Saturday, December 20, 2008
Quick updates...
I've been a little absent from my blog lately. I have good reasons, mainly just because I haven't taken the time to write on it. It's been a crazy past few weeks.
A quick history: For the past few months, I've had spells where I've been nauseated, tired, and just had a huge loss of appetite, among other problems. I dropped 7 pounds in about 10 days, and trust me, I didn't have 7 pounds to lose in the first place. I took Nexium per my doctor because she thought I had GERD. Well, even on the Nexium, I still had symptoms a few weeks later. Over Thanksgiving, I quit taking it, thinking it wasn't helping and that I didn't want to be sick over the long weekend while my family visited. My symptoms went away a few days later. However, I didn't gain any weight back. I was referred to a nutritionist who set me up with an eating plan to help me gain weight the healthy way. Then, last week, I got a call from the phone nurse at my doctor's office and she informed me that my nutritionist called my doctor and thinks I may have something called Celiac Sprue. (Basically, that means that my body doesn't absorb the nutrients in my food like it should and if it goes untreated, I could end up with serious problems with my intestines. Celiac is also associated with gluten allergies.) So, now I need to go in and do a bunch of lab tests to see if in fact I have celiac. I haven't been able to put on any weight lately either.
Aside from my health issues, AF hit pretty hard yesterday. I had major doubling-over painful cramping. It's amazing I made it through work. Today they're not as bad, but I still have pain every once in awhile.
On to other news....work has been interesting. I'm so ready to quit there, but I guess I'm just waiting for a good legitimate reason. We really could use the extra money to help pay off my student loans, but I'm just getting sick of stuff there. It seems like there's so much drama and so many stupid new things that they want us to do, despite the strong opposition to the changes. We're peons though - we don't have a voice when it comes to changes that affect us.
The holiday season is upon us, and once again, I will be spending it alone. Granted, I am going to a friends' home for Christmas dinner, but Christmas morning there won't be any gift opening at my house (aside from the few items I'll probably get the dogs). There won't be any snuggling on the couch while watching the parades or football. Christmas movies will be enjoyed solely by me. In this time of family get-togethers and joy and laughter, I'll be home making pies and dreading going to work the following day. How depressing. You would think that I'd be used to it, but in the past, I've at least had some family around. Well, not this year. My husband is away, and my family is going to see other relatives. Not that I'd want them coming up to my house, but not having anyone home with me makes me realize how much I love having people home. I guess I'm just really missing my husband. I never really like to admit how much I really do love having him around picking on me or just being there period.
Okay, so that whole thing turned pretty depressing. I'm going to go do something a little more upbeat now, I think.
A quick history: For the past few months, I've had spells where I've been nauseated, tired, and just had a huge loss of appetite, among other problems. I dropped 7 pounds in about 10 days, and trust me, I didn't have 7 pounds to lose in the first place. I took Nexium per my doctor because she thought I had GERD. Well, even on the Nexium, I still had symptoms a few weeks later. Over Thanksgiving, I quit taking it, thinking it wasn't helping and that I didn't want to be sick over the long weekend while my family visited. My symptoms went away a few days later. However, I didn't gain any weight back. I was referred to a nutritionist who set me up with an eating plan to help me gain weight the healthy way. Then, last week, I got a call from the phone nurse at my doctor's office and she informed me that my nutritionist called my doctor and thinks I may have something called Celiac Sprue. (Basically, that means that my body doesn't absorb the nutrients in my food like it should and if it goes untreated, I could end up with serious problems with my intestines. Celiac is also associated with gluten allergies.) So, now I need to go in and do a bunch of lab tests to see if in fact I have celiac. I haven't been able to put on any weight lately either.
Aside from my health issues, AF hit pretty hard yesterday. I had major doubling-over painful cramping. It's amazing I made it through work. Today they're not as bad, but I still have pain every once in awhile.
On to other news....work has been interesting. I'm so ready to quit there, but I guess I'm just waiting for a good legitimate reason. We really could use the extra money to help pay off my student loans, but I'm just getting sick of stuff there. It seems like there's so much drama and so many stupid new things that they want us to do, despite the strong opposition to the changes. We're peons though - we don't have a voice when it comes to changes that affect us.
The holiday season is upon us, and once again, I will be spending it alone. Granted, I am going to a friends' home for Christmas dinner, but Christmas morning there won't be any gift opening at my house (aside from the few items I'll probably get the dogs). There won't be any snuggling on the couch while watching the parades or football. Christmas movies will be enjoyed solely by me. In this time of family get-togethers and joy and laughter, I'll be home making pies and dreading going to work the following day. How depressing. You would think that I'd be used to it, but in the past, I've at least had some family around. Well, not this year. My husband is away, and my family is going to see other relatives. Not that I'd want them coming up to my house, but not having anyone home with me makes me realize how much I love having people home. I guess I'm just really missing my husband. I never really like to admit how much I really do love having him around picking on me or just being there period.
Okay, so that whole thing turned pretty depressing. I'm going to go do something a little more upbeat now, I think.
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