Never do I remember myself throwing a tantrum. But, as they say, there's a first time for everything. Miss Kim, I understand that you're beyond busy but...
i need my drill sergeaNT!
Sunday, October 14, 2012
COMMENT TO CAMILLE
You're back. Good. We need you here. I need you here!
PS: A la the 10-pounds-'n-holding: Try this as a metaphor. Maybe we find our lean inner shape much like a sculptor finds her ideal shape inside a chunk of raw marble. Chip here, chip there, from this angle, from that, now you see it, now you don't, the chisel needs water sometimes, sometimes not. When the rock is unusually hard and reluctant to yield, one approach alone won't suffice. And so it is in losing weight, especially as the body ages into new complexities. Modest portions of good food, great; returning to the gym, great; now can't stop there. Other chisels: Double-down on food choices, make them better than good, make them excellent, make them nutrient-dense, make them anti-inflammatory, make them DIFFERENT, a surprise present for your body; explore Dr Oz on metabolism; do restorative yoga, with a teacher who understands the anatomy of the back and joints, including a knee joint that's undergone replacement surgery. Amen.
David Bowie's "Fame" suddenly comes to mind, with "Change" in place of "Fame."
You're back. Good. We need you here. I need you here!
PS: A la the 10-pounds-'n-holding: Try this as a metaphor. Maybe we find our lean inner shape much like a sculptor finds her ideal shape inside a chunk of raw marble. Chip here, chip there, from this angle, from that, now you see it, now you don't, the chisel needs water sometimes, sometimes not. When the rock is unusually hard and reluctant to yield, one approach alone won't suffice. And so it is in losing weight, especially as the body ages into new complexities. Modest portions of good food, great; returning to the gym, great; now can't stop there. Other chisels: Double-down on food choices, make them better than good, make them excellent, make them nutrient-dense, make them anti-inflammatory, make them DIFFERENT, a surprise present for your body; explore Dr Oz on metabolism; do restorative yoga, with a teacher who understands the anatomy of the back and joints, including a knee joint that's undergone replacement surgery. Amen.
David Bowie's "Fame" suddenly comes to mind, with "Change" in place of "Fame."
Change, change
Change, change
Change, change
Is it any wonder?
I'm In
Still can't seem to create the "New Post" choice on the toolbar. Thus, the easy out not to be posting. I have fallen short of being there for my blog mates. I am committed to being back (even if I have to use this roundabout way of doing it).
I am still at 10 pounds lost and holding. Have done pushups only about 10 times. Have not been back to the gym. I am still very much eating mindfully. So--it has got to be more of the "moving component".
Adelaide is coming today for a visit until Tuesday or so. SHE is good at keeping me moving. We SO LOVE to dance.
I am still at 10 pounds lost and holding. Have done pushups only about 10 times. Have not been back to the gym. I am still very much eating mindfully. So--it has got to be more of the "moving component".
Adelaide is coming today for a visit until Tuesday or so. SHE is good at keeping me moving. We SO LOVE to dance.
Saturday, October 13, 2012
Friday, October 12, 2012
We're here We're here
Hang in there Ming. You must feel really good. It is that precipice time. I feel it too. But, I won't succumb. The boring diet thing. I had a guest tonight tell me how great I look. She said you must feel great which I do. Then made some comment about how sleek I looked walking through the room. It was so kind. But, I will tell you something I find strange. Not any of these younger people I work with have said one thing to me. All they talk about is weight, working out etc etc. Funny thing is they are the first though to note someones weight gain or someone who has weight that walks in the restaurant. I find that sooo interesting. I love our blog. Ultimately, this is for our own individual health. But, it's great to share it with you guys. As I am half way through my medical terminology course, I know how important it is we continue on this path. I'm also dealing with my job better as I feel so good I don't care if they think I'm too old or not.
How about Jackson Browne was playing at Caesar's tonight. You probably don't remember but I met him at Tom's house with you and was ga ga. Ha ha! I was hoping he would come in the restaurant.
I love that the blog keeps all of our posts. Go back to our beginnings. Hear your own inspiration. And, Ming give yourself credit for those push ups. I haven't started yet. October 28th is coming. I think that's the self forgiving part and renewal time.
Have a great day!
PS Kim I hope you take at least one day off this weekend!
PS Camille I hope you have a great visit with Will
PS Col, let's stroll around the Irish festival in Smithville on Sunday- we can just listen to bagpipes-not interested in shopping.
How about Jackson Browne was playing at Caesar's tonight. You probably don't remember but I met him at Tom's house with you and was ga ga. Ha ha! I was hoping he would come in the restaurant.
I love that the blog keeps all of our posts. Go back to our beginnings. Hear your own inspiration. And, Ming give yourself credit for those push ups. I haven't started yet. October 28th is coming. I think that's the self forgiving part and renewal time.
Have a great day!
PS Kim I hope you take at least one day off this weekend!
PS Camille I hope you have a great visit with Will
PS Col, let's stroll around the Irish festival in Smithville on Sunday- we can just listen to bagpipes-not interested in shopping.
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