Progress Not Perfection
I am loving retirement. I have time to do everything I enjoy. I am coming into my own. Better late than never. For some, change is slow. Late bloomers flowers last longer. Wow DS has been the catalyst for almost two years. I stopped smoking. I never thought that it would be possible but I have done it. I can't believe it. I still grab for candy instead of cigarettes. I do not have the weight under control. But where I am is being aware aware aware. That is all I can do for now. Every time I fail on a new diet I spiral downward. The weather is now beautiful in New York. Sold my car and I walk and use PT everywhere. So I am making every effort to move my body more. Stretches in the morning. Touching toes even if it is not to the floor yet. Every day is a little better. I just can't give up. By staying positive and not worrying so much about failure and not wanting to do it. I just say what I do do it ok for today. I know some think I am in denial. Well if I am in D'Nile it is a beautiful place and that is where I am today. Luv, Ree.
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Good Morning - It is early and gorgeous outside. Birdies singing and my puppie she is happy and pooped. Took her for a walk on the promanade. Watched the ships come into the Narrows. Wondering how much stuff on those container ships we really need in this country. Anyway, Baby Doll is on her bed and I am off to the grocery store. I am armed with my list and I plan on sticking to it. Wish me luck. Dear God No Junk Food. Feed My Soul Today. Luv, Ree
Oh now who would ever say you are in denial? Sistah Please! You are such an inspiration Ree and you may just be the only one of the \"original\" DS peeps that actually DID quit smoking. I give it a thought every now and again and one of these days...
I love you Ree! You are so very special to me. Enjoy your retirement, you deserve good things.
BE WELL.
Hello Reenee, I just love your bio.. You sound alot like me.. I also quit smoking, Jan 20th this year was 1 year.. I have smoked since I was 15, and now I\'m 54..
I also have a weight problem.. Food was my comfort zone for many years..
I found a wonderful Life Coach here in Daily Strength, and is helping me rid the demons, where food is not my crutch anymore..
Her name is MistieZ, if you want positive, check her out, she\'s your girl ..
What kind of puppy do you have???? I have 3 bichon\'s.. Mom, Dad, and Baby.. Only they are all getting up there in age, 11, 10, and 9..
Looking forward to getting to know you better :)
xoxoxoxo
Jean
I\'m sorry about your Mom,,,, My mom will be 92 next month..