You've heard of the Relay for Life, right? Well, if you haven't, time to get educated.
Go to http://www.cancer.ca/ and find out more. Believe me, you will love the idea of this fundraiser. It's nothing like you've ever done before.
I've done the relay twice - once as a volunteer in high school, and as a participant 2 years ago. And loved it all. There's nothing better (in my mind) than raising money for such a great cause.
This year my mom and I are walking as individuals. Unfortunately, there is not enough interest in my core friends group to have a team. So, we're not going to let that stop us. We're going to go out there and do it up. This year is very different for me. Before, I knew of people who died of cancer, but I didn't really know anyone who had died of it. Last year, my great aunt, and my mom's former boss both passed due to cancer. Now it's all that much more personal. It's rougher this year. But, we're proud to be doing it! Time to take a tragedy and turn it into something amazing.
If you can, please donate. Make a random donation to a team in your area, or simply make a donation. Something. Anything.
This is not the last you will hear about this from me. I'm taking up this cause. You will hear about it regularly. Be prepared.
Friday, May 7, 2010
Thursday, May 6, 2010
Down Day
Today was kind of my down day. I did the stupid thing and weighed this morning. When am I going to learn that I can only weigh once a week?? I gained 3 pounds. Now, I knew that was going to happen due to losing 6.5 pounds one week from the flu, but still. I expected 2, but no, 3. So, it threw my whole morning into a spin. I didn't even finish my workout this morning I was so bummed. I know that was probably the worst thing I could have done for my mood, but I totally got into a "why does it even matter" kind of mood. Then I promptly kicked myself out of it. Who has time for that? Not me!
So, yes, I missed my workout this morning. So what? I went about my day, and did a good workour after work. Not as good as if I had done both workouts, but not bad either. I'm going to reward myself for not staying in my slump by going to have a bath. Good night everyone!
So, yes, I missed my workout this morning. So what? I went about my day, and did a good workour after work. Not as good as if I had done both workouts, but not bad either. I'm going to reward myself for not staying in my slump by going to have a bath. Good night everyone!
Wednesday, May 5, 2010
Love...
...Is there anything better? I'm really not sure that there is. I mean, love is what makes everything in our human world. Love drives us to be better, smarter, sexier (*wink wink*). I mean, if it weren't for love, I wouldn't be here and would definitely not be me.
Last night, John told me he was proud of me for changing my life. Seriously, what could be better than that? I mean, my sis tells me that too, and I believe her (really!) but hearing it from the love of my life makes it so much better. It makes it seem like it's all worth it.
I know that it's worth it, whether John's proud of me or not, but it is that extra kick. It's one of those things that could go either way. I mean, if he was opposed to me getting in shape and getting my life back on track, we would be having some issues. I have heard stories of couples that split up because one person started to change their life for the better and the other one couldn't handle it. They'd try to derail their partner into failing. And why? Because they were scared that once the other person went through their transformation, they wouldn't want the same life. I know that no matter what happens, as long as John supports and respects my changes, we can get through this.
And, I was talking with SS today, and she reminded me that I need to love my body. It's hard, when you've been so negative about it for so long, to figure out things you love. It's hard to be positive when all you see is the negatives. She made me tell her my 3 favourite things about my body. Today's answers were my eyes, hips and calves. Love them all. Love my hips even though they are covered in cellulite. Love my calves even though they are too large for me to find knee high sexy boots to fit. And my eyes. Well, I just love my eyes. Nothing much to say about them other than they are GREAT. So, maybe, today, you should stop and think about the positives of your body, and stop obsessing (like I tend to do) on the bad parts. Try it. I dare you.
Last night, John told me he was proud of me for changing my life. Seriously, what could be better than that? I mean, my sis tells me that too, and I believe her (really!) but hearing it from the love of my life makes it so much better. It makes it seem like it's all worth it.
I know that it's worth it, whether John's proud of me or not, but it is that extra kick. It's one of those things that could go either way. I mean, if he was opposed to me getting in shape and getting my life back on track, we would be having some issues. I have heard stories of couples that split up because one person started to change their life for the better and the other one couldn't handle it. They'd try to derail their partner into failing. And why? Because they were scared that once the other person went through their transformation, they wouldn't want the same life. I know that no matter what happens, as long as John supports and respects my changes, we can get through this.
And, I was talking with SS today, and she reminded me that I need to love my body. It's hard, when you've been so negative about it for so long, to figure out things you love. It's hard to be positive when all you see is the negatives. She made me tell her my 3 favourite things about my body. Today's answers were my eyes, hips and calves. Love them all. Love my hips even though they are covered in cellulite. Love my calves even though they are too large for me to find knee high sexy boots to fit. And my eyes. Well, I just love my eyes. Nothing much to say about them other than they are GREAT. So, maybe, today, you should stop and think about the positives of your body, and stop obsessing (like I tend to do) on the bad parts. Try it. I dare you.
Tuesday, May 4, 2010
Kick Ass!
Today was the first day of my walk/run training - and it kicked ass! I thought it was going to be totally different, but it was absolutely awesome! SS set me up with a great system!
This week, we walk 6 minutes and jog one. Repeat it 3 more times. So easy. Do it 3 times this week. Super easy! I'm going to be running a 5k before I know it!
Other than that, today was a bust. Ate too many whole grains and spent the whole day in pain. Whole grains are hard on your system! It sucks. But, I worked out this morning, and did my interval training after work, so really, not bad. Now if only I could get my eating in line.
I'm really struggling with lunches. I'm good with breakfast, snacks and dinner, but lunch sucks. I pack something, then don't want to eat it, so I got and grab something at Safeway. Safeway is better than fast food, but only marginally! If anyone has any suggestions for me, please! Let me know!
Time to go though, TBL is on in 20 minutes! Have a great night everyone! Write down your positive message from today so you can think about it tomorrow when you don't want to work out, or when you want to eat that donut!
This week, we walk 6 minutes and jog one. Repeat it 3 more times. So easy. Do it 3 times this week. Super easy! I'm going to be running a 5k before I know it!
Other than that, today was a bust. Ate too many whole grains and spent the whole day in pain. Whole grains are hard on your system! It sucks. But, I worked out this morning, and did my interval training after work, so really, not bad. Now if only I could get my eating in line.
I'm really struggling with lunches. I'm good with breakfast, snacks and dinner, but lunch sucks. I pack something, then don't want to eat it, so I got and grab something at Safeway. Safeway is better than fast food, but only marginally! If anyone has any suggestions for me, please! Let me know!
Time to go though, TBL is on in 20 minutes! Have a great night everyone! Write down your positive message from today so you can think about it tomorrow when you don't want to work out, or when you want to eat that donut!
Monday, May 3, 2010
Forgetful!
I almost forgot to blog today! I was just about to go and get into my jammies and put on a movie! Silly girl! I think it's all the fumes from the Limeaway I used to clean our shower earlier. My brain is fried.
Today was a crappy day for me. I had to take the hubbs to the airport. He's gone for 2 weeks, but I get to drive up to see him Friday night. Still, I didn't want to get out of bed to workout, and then after work I was unprepared for how cold it was, so I came home and cleaned instead. At least I still did something. I didn't just sit on the couch at least. Oh well. Tomorrow is a brand new day and I'll be back at it. My mom and I are walking, rain or shine (or snow) after work, so that should get me back into it. Time to start my walk/run program so in 8 weeks I can run a 5k! Very exciting.
OK, since I was about to go to bed anyways, this is going to be short. I promise something more interesting for tomorrow!
Today was a crappy day for me. I had to take the hubbs to the airport. He's gone for 2 weeks, but I get to drive up to see him Friday night. Still, I didn't want to get out of bed to workout, and then after work I was unprepared for how cold it was, so I came home and cleaned instead. At least I still did something. I didn't just sit on the couch at least. Oh well. Tomorrow is a brand new day and I'll be back at it. My mom and I are walking, rain or shine (or snow) after work, so that should get me back into it. Time to start my walk/run program so in 8 weeks I can run a 5k! Very exciting.
OK, since I was about to go to bed anyways, this is going to be short. I promise something more interesting for tomorrow!
Sunday, May 2, 2010
This Week, Sunday is Healthy Recipe Day! (#3)
This weekend is all messed up, blog wise. Switching around the days is confusing me! I was just going to sit down to write about goals, but then I realized that I did that yesterday! I'm a goof, I know.
Once again, this week I'm going to refer to my organic cook book. Such good recipes in there! Too bad organic foods aren't as easy to come by. Maybe in bigger cities they are, but certainly not here. I'll have to drive into the city to get any good organics!
This week's recipe is:
Fruit Salad with Cherry Vinaigrette
(makes 8 servings)
Cherry Vinaigrette
1/2 cup fresh organic sweet chrries, pitted and chopped
1/4 cup orange juice
1 to 2 tbsp organic honey
2 tbsp balsamic vinegar
1 tbsp canola oil
A pinch of salt
Fruit Salad
3 cups of organic cantaloupe, diced
1 large organic mango, peeled and diced
1/4 cup almonds, sliced
Comnine cherries, orange juice, honey, vinegar, oil and salt in a small bowl. Stir well and set aside 5 minutes for flavours to blend.
Combine cantaloupe and mango in sald bowl. Add dressing just before serving. Sprinkle with almonds.
Nurtients per serving: 75 calories, 2g total fat <1g protein, 15g carbohydrate, 11mg sodium, 1g dietary fibre, trace saturated fat
**Variation: For a flavour variatin, substitute peaches or nectarines for the mango. If fresh cherries aren't available, use frozen cherries, thawed and drained well.
Doesn't that sound yummy? Especially since summer is coming! I can't wait for all of these fruits to come into season so we can get them here! Enjoy!
Once again, this week I'm going to refer to my organic cook book. Such good recipes in there! Too bad organic foods aren't as easy to come by. Maybe in bigger cities they are, but certainly not here. I'll have to drive into the city to get any good organics!
This week's recipe is:
Fruit Salad with Cherry Vinaigrette
(makes 8 servings)
Cherry Vinaigrette
1/2 cup fresh organic sweet chrries, pitted and chopped
1/4 cup orange juice
1 to 2 tbsp organic honey
2 tbsp balsamic vinegar
1 tbsp canola oil
A pinch of salt
Fruit Salad
3 cups of organic cantaloupe, diced
1 large organic mango, peeled and diced
1/4 cup almonds, sliced
Comnine cherries, orange juice, honey, vinegar, oil and salt in a small bowl. Stir well and set aside 5 minutes for flavours to blend.
Combine cantaloupe and mango in sald bowl. Add dressing just before serving. Sprinkle with almonds.
Nurtients per serving: 75 calories, 2g total fat <1g protein, 15g carbohydrate, 11mg sodium, 1g dietary fibre, trace saturated fat
**Variation: For a flavour variatin, substitute peaches or nectarines for the mango. If fresh cherries aren't available, use frozen cherries, thawed and drained well.
Doesn't that sound yummy? Especially since summer is coming! I can't wait for all of these fruits to come into season so we can get them here! Enjoy!
Saturday, May 1, 2010
This Week, Saturday is Goals Day!
Since May 1 has fallen on a Saturday, it's time to look back over my month of goals. It's only been 21 days since I started the blog! Can you believe it? I can't. A lot for me has changed since then.
When I started the blog on April 10, I thought I weighed about 205 pounds. I weighed a couple of days later to find that I was 203.5. My ultimate goal for the month was to lose the 3.5 pounds that were holding me over the 200 mark. Now, if you've ever been over the 200 mark, you know how crappy that feels. It's nothing like going over 140, or 160. Those numbers don't seem near as scary. But, 200! That's scary. I remember the first time I weighed over 200. I don't remember the exact day, but I do remember it. It was so not a happy day for me!
Last week, I weighed in at 200.5. I figured half a pound would be nothing, and started my week off normally. Then I got sick. No workouts, but also no food. Not good either way.
This morning I weighed, knowing that I have lost a whole bunch due to having the flu. I weighed in at 194 pounds. Yep, that's 6.5 pounds this week. I have no illusion that I'm going to gain some of that back once I start eating again, but it still made me feel pretty nice this morning.
So, what are my goals for the month? Well, I'm still sticking to 5 pounds a month. I'm going to wait until next week though to determine what that means in terms of numbers. If I go with that now, that means that I'll have to be down to 189 by the end of the month, but because of how I lost all of that weight, I don't think that's a fair goal. I probably could do that, but I'm not setting myself up for failure. I think that's where my failings have been in the past. Maybe this month a good goal would be to workout 5 days a week, come rain or shine. The last 2 weeks I've had something derail me, and I'm tired of it! Time for 5 solid days of JM! And, I'm going to start the walk/run program that SS sent me so that by the time my hubby is working there for turnaround we can run a 5k together!
Of course, eating well is on the top of that list too. With John being gone for the next couple of weeks, it'll be much easier for me to eat properly. It's so much easier to cook good foods for yourself than for someone else too. Weird how it is. When I lived down south I ate so much healthier. Now, not so much. Though, when I lived down south, I used to eat fruit and yogurt for dinner at least twice a week in the summer. Granted, it was around 40 degrees all the time and you didn't feel like eating to begin with.
OK, that's all for this week. In the words of SS: "it's time to get back to loving ourselves." Love yourself a bit today, all right?
When I started the blog on April 10, I thought I weighed about 205 pounds. I weighed a couple of days later to find that I was 203.5. My ultimate goal for the month was to lose the 3.5 pounds that were holding me over the 200 mark. Now, if you've ever been over the 200 mark, you know how crappy that feels. It's nothing like going over 140, or 160. Those numbers don't seem near as scary. But, 200! That's scary. I remember the first time I weighed over 200. I don't remember the exact day, but I do remember it. It was so not a happy day for me!
Last week, I weighed in at 200.5. I figured half a pound would be nothing, and started my week off normally. Then I got sick. No workouts, but also no food. Not good either way.
This morning I weighed, knowing that I have lost a whole bunch due to having the flu. I weighed in at 194 pounds. Yep, that's 6.5 pounds this week. I have no illusion that I'm going to gain some of that back once I start eating again, but it still made me feel pretty nice this morning.
So, what are my goals for the month? Well, I'm still sticking to 5 pounds a month. I'm going to wait until next week though to determine what that means in terms of numbers. If I go with that now, that means that I'll have to be down to 189 by the end of the month, but because of how I lost all of that weight, I don't think that's a fair goal. I probably could do that, but I'm not setting myself up for failure. I think that's where my failings have been in the past. Maybe this month a good goal would be to workout 5 days a week, come rain or shine. The last 2 weeks I've had something derail me, and I'm tired of it! Time for 5 solid days of JM! And, I'm going to start the walk/run program that SS sent me so that by the time my hubby is working there for turnaround we can run a 5k together!
Of course, eating well is on the top of that list too. With John being gone for the next couple of weeks, it'll be much easier for me to eat properly. It's so much easier to cook good foods for yourself than for someone else too. Weird how it is. When I lived down south I ate so much healthier. Now, not so much. Though, when I lived down south, I used to eat fruit and yogurt for dinner at least twice a week in the summer. Granted, it was around 40 degrees all the time and you didn't feel like eating to begin with.
OK, that's all for this week. In the words of SS: "it's time to get back to loving ourselves." Love yourself a bit today, all right?
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