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KACKY 
8:32pm Tuesday
You gals are all GREAT!
So today is going good, little tired but getting through my day. At the old place so of course very slow, like it at the new place cuz I'm constantly going and going, which is a good thing...... Less sittin' on my butt, less thinking about food too! Haven't said anything but will have to soon for the full time move.
Was 138 this morning so holding steady. Doesn't help when I eat munchkins though.... We went to the 31 cent scoop night at Baskin Robbins with Mother-in law. YUM ~ Why can't I say NO sometimes??? Anyways, had ice cream, had some donut holes - Jimmy wanted. Had more donut holes this morning for breakfast - Not a good idea, I know.
It's so hard to resist. What is my deal with food, sometimes I can say NO and others I just don't think before I eat. Either way I wanted it so I ate it and nothing can be done but after I ate I realized it was nothing special so something must be happening right inside my body and mind (((SMILE))). So today other than the donuts, I had fiber one bar, chili for lunch and some jelly beans...... That's it! Not the best but will see what's in store for a healthy dinner. Yesterday's dinner was a grilled Wendy's wrap on the trip back from taking puppy to vet to get his bandages changed. Jimmy's hungry...... I had a few nuggets and the rest of his small fries - there ya go ~ I admitted what I ate and that's tough to do. I'm never good about talking about the bad stuff.
Jim worked a double yesterday so finally some OT but after I got out of work I had all the running around that was supposed to be taken care of by him. Oh well, things happen and we deal with them.
So I ordered an OMRON HJ-113 Pedometer on ebay - Thanks for the info Laura! Can't wait to see how many steps I take in a day, find that very interesting to find out since I'm always on the go. Hope I'm over that 10K steps they recommend. Maybe that is why my weight has stayed under 140. Usually I have such a tough time. Before Jimmy I could never stay below 142 no matter what I did and I was much better then as far as staying on track, etc.
Hopefully tonight we get caught up on Biggest Loser from last week. Jim should only work his regular shift. I have to go grocery shopping and then pick up Jimmy after work, then head home to figure out dinner ~ that's always such a chore. Not fun anymore! Hope the rain quits, love cooking on the grill but not in the rain!
So Jim and I always said we would never let anyone stay with us. I'm having second thoughts cuz my brother who has been the only one to help us had to move back home, remember his wife had the heart attacks - they also have an 8 yr old daughter. My brother is on unemployment and has really helped us with the rental and is also now helping Jim's mom with some projects around the house for extra cash. He loves it cuz it keeps him busy. I wouldn't mind him going back home but my sister and her husband and 5 kids got evicted so they went back home too. Too many people in one small house and then my mom and dad....... I talked to Jim a little about it this morning. Jim's mom even said she would have offered but didn't - I told her it was best not to get involved. I know she would and feels bad but ..... I dunno, I may talk to Jim again but how long especially if he doesn't have a job and his wife is sick???? I don't mind opinions !~ all are welcome but I guess hubby has final decision on it, we will see. We just talked but I do really want to help and I know Jim could set him up with project around the house. We have dogs too and that's tough cuz they really don't like anyone - not a good thing. They would have to use the front door only. I dunno, crazy life. When I left home I said I would never go back but after all these layoffs, etc. I hope it doesn't ever happen but I would do whatever it took and took whatever job even if it was at McDonald's! But I hope someone would look out for me and my family or help out if needed. My brother hasn't gotten a job cuz then his wife would lose the state insurance and anymore companies don't even offer.
Anyways, glad to catch up with everyone. Time is coming my way so will be back to exercising in no time. I was really bummed when Jim had to work a double cuz it was one of my days to start running....... I see how that worked out! Not good!
Talk to you all again soon.
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That's a hard situation to be in, that poor family. I will pray for them and for you as you figure out what to do! You will get through it, you guys are good people and good to your family and others. Good work on maintaining your weight loss too! That is awesome to hear. Having a few treats isn't bad as long as you aren't having them all the time! :)
Hope your day gets better. Sending lots of love your way!
BlondeAmbition30
I agree with that blonde chick because you are not overweight Kathy a treat here and there is OK. You weigh in and keep on top of it and will do what's necessary if the treats begin sticking to the thighs. You can bet your sweet ass I'll be heading to 31 cent scoop night next year and having one of the kids munchkins too.
That's tough about your brother but it sounds like he is handy and handy guys always do OK. Lots of ways to earn a buck. Hope everything works out well for his family.
Love you Kathy! Stay tough!
Emily75
It is getting really tough out there. My husband is working his weekend job today for extra cash and its about 45 minutes away. It's hard because he is only making $6/hour plus commision, but during the week there really isn't any commision. I have had to stop spending money like I usually do. I agree with you in that if you were in the same situation you would want someone to help you out as well. It could be a benefit to you b/c he could help out with things around the house as well. Hope it works out. I'm happy that you have been able to stay under 140! Good for you. Keep it up. Have a great weekend!
Inteligensia
Why does Jim have the last word when you are talking about YOUR brother?? Why do you give Jim so much power Kathy? I am not in your relationship but it should be about compromise, you know? one person shouldn't dominate the relationship...
I agree with Emily. Kathy, your food issues are emotionally related, not weight related. You are never going to be the big fat chick (and thank god for that!) but what is important to figure out is WHY you are eating emotionally, what is causing and triggering it. I am sending my love and hugs and strength your way. It sounds like a whole lot is going on right now...
BIG HUGS
smileLisa
You and me are both emotional eaters. I know I shouldn't be eating so many cookies lately but I feel like so many things are so out of control and crazy right now and I am so unhappy, if I want a cookie I am going to eat a cookie. I have the troubles with the thighs too. It sucks because now that I am up a little there are so many pants I won't wear because they are tight in my rear and thighs....ah. Its such a battle and I am right there with you Kathy. I bet its a really tough situation with your brother....times really are tough now. Make sure you do whats best for your family (You, Jim and Jimmy) though because life is hard enough without making it harder! Could they be your renters?? I wonder if because she is sick they could get some type of rental assistance or you guys could get a kickback because she must be considered disabled or is she??? I love you Kathy and know you are going to do awesome in your dualathlon! (((((((((((((((HUGS))))))))))))))))) I wish we lived closer and could be there to lean on one another, I feel like you and I are so alike on so much! We could hang out and watch the Biggest Loser together! Tara is my idol by the way! LOVE you!
sweetcyndi
You definitely don't have to worry about a few snacks - because you are a healthy weight. You may want to be lower, and if you decide those things are worth the trade off to be lighter, it might be worth considering cutting them... but otherwise, I always think a "happy weight" is a good idea. The kind that allows you to have treats, but you can enjoy the weigh you look and be healthy at the same time. I hope you figure out the situation with your brother soon - it is super tough to decide something like that. Don't just make the final decision your husband's though - in the end, it is your family, and you are half the decision making team here. Hopefully there is something that you can do to help without making your life TOO much more stressful. Big HUGS!
WyominJo
You know I know ALLLL about emotional eating. You're keeping your weight in check, which is AWESOME! But the emotional eating weighs down on us and I know how upsetting it is to feel so out of control. I hope you're able to take some time and dig deep. Add something that makes you really happy to your day. Slowly keep adding and hopefully those happy things will fill up the space of eating when youre not hungry. I love you Kathy and I'm sorry it's rough right now. HUGS!
ashlyellen
I'm an emotional eater too. Hard to deal with that aspect of life. And you've got SO MUCH going on, I can totally relate and understand. You're aware of it though, so you'll kick the emotional eating to the curb soon enough. You are one of the strongest women I know.
I think as far as the job losses, stay prepared and aware but don't cross a bridge before you get to it. And yes, talk to hubby about offering help, and come up with a compromise. You don't want a crabby hubby on top of everything else. You can move in with me, but it might be quite a heck of a commute!
gettingbacktoLaura
RE: Your brother, IMO, I would take him in as long as you and your husband agreed to it. You would have to come up with some very clear rules. Not easy taking in family. My Aunt lost everything from Hurricane Katrina and moved in with us for 6 months. She ended up getting a job and her own place. I have zero regrets and was SO grateful to God that I had the room. She helped with my dog (at the time my dog had to go out constantly due to 13 years old and kidney failure.) She helped my son with his homework. It was nice to have the company. It was nice when I eventually got my house back as well. Big committment but it is family.
Kahlua13