Good morning! I knew I could count on you guys to hook me up with GREAT advice on how to cope during transitional periods. Your comments were extremely helpful, thank you very much!
The weird thing about all of this is that I’m not necessarily that stressed anymore. Now that I know where I’m living I’m feeling really good about everything. It’s just that a couple of things have happened lately that have ”hurt my feelings” and I sort of feel myself trying to shut people out right now (not my blog people though!). I guess it’s sort of a defense mechanism? But I’m trying not to let it go too far…
Anyways, last night for dinner I ate cereal. I probably only buy three boxes of cereal a year, but when I have it in the house it’s all I can think about.
I really like how this Kashi Blueberry Clusters cereal turns the milk blue. It reminds me of the color the Fruity Pebbles milk used to turn. Yep, I ate Fruity Pebbles and Fruit Loops back in the day. Loved that shiz.
I also ate some popcorn last night, but I didn’t take a picture because I ate it straight out of the bag while organizing some major paperwork and stuff and being super duper productive. It was not a pretty sight!
At some point I went to the gym and did 45 minutes on the elliptical. Apparently me and running are on a break right now. I hope he doesn’t take it too literally and sleep with someone else. When I got home I did some ab work and then called it good.
This morning for breakfast there were two options – donuts and biscuits with the usual counterparts. I couldn’t justify putting another donut in my body, so I went with an egg biscuit.
Even though it was greasy, I figured that there was at least some protein, which will be more filling than a donut. I thought about bringing my own breakfast today, but I was running behind and the guy who was supposed to cook today usually has his wife make something yummy. I guess I should have still tried to be prepared.
Speaking of being prepared, I’ve come up with some ways that I am hopefully going to stay sane over the next month, with your help of course. I don’t carry any illusions that my life is busier than anyone else’s and if everyone else can handle it, so can I. Here’s how I plan to do it:
Being considerate… of myself. I often consider everyone else’s feelings and needs before I consider myself, which I consider one of my better qualities. However, experience has shown me that most people consider themselves first and it has left me up a creek without a paddle several times. I am going to start reminding myself that my needs matter too.
Make time for exercise, but remember it’s not all or nothing. The last few weeks I’ve only had time to work out 4-ish times a week. I usually like to work out 5 or 6 times, and when I can’t fulfill that quota I feel like I’m not doing enough and get frustrated. But, in reality, every little bit counts. The main thing is not to fall off the wagon all together. So I’m going to work out when I have time, but not stress out when I have to take days off.
Celebrate successes and forgive myself of “failures”. This past week I could choose to bemoan the fact that I didn’t make it to a single yoga class and that I didn’t really cook any real meals. Or I could choose to congratulate myself for finding an apartment, getting a lot done, working out when I had time, and eating as healthfully as possible. I’m going to choose to do the latter.
Have a little fun. Tonight I’m going to put on my cowgirl boots, hit up a country bar down the street and dance my cares away. And yes, I am going to count that as my cardio 
This all seems really simple, but I think it’s going to work for me. Plus, even though I’ll probably whine about having to move, I secretly love it. It’s an excuse to organize every single thing you own. Plus when I finally get moved I’m going to have twice as much space as I have now. I’m really looking forward to decorating and making my apartment my own. As long as I focus on the positives and not the negatives, I think this could be a really fun couple of months!
Preguntas:
1. Did you ever eat any ridiculous sugary cereals?
I mentioned some above and I REALLY like S’mores cereal. Yum! I haven’t had it since high school, but I may have to get a box one of these days.
2. What are some of your successes this week?
Posted by blueberrymuffins on November 13, 2009 at 1:14 pm
I hope you have a super fun night!!! Un-food realted success buttt I kicked ass on a hard synthesis exam
Posted by Whit on November 13, 2009 at 1:20 pm
S’mores is THE BEST cereal! Love!
Posted by shell625 on November 13, 2009 at 1:36 pm
this is such a great post hun!
i agree w/ all of your goals- esp the one about exercise!!
1- i have a passion for sugar cereals hahah. ok, i NEVER eat them anymore & i know they are baddd but i just love them! they are so much fun
2- successes= following weight gain plan & i think i did well on a paper!
xoxo
shelley
http://findinghappinessandhealth.worpress.com
Posted by Whitney @ Lettuce Love on November 13, 2009 at 2:57 pm
Great post! Have a fun night — you deserve it!
Posted by Bonnie @ Salad Craze on November 13, 2009 at 3:37 pm
Oh, I remember S’mores cereal! I don’t think I’ve seen that in ages around here though. Frankenberry Cereal and Count Chocula and Boo Berry. Pour Sugar! LOL Thank goodness for oatmeal!
Posted by Lindsay on November 13, 2009 at 3:38 pm
I ate Lucky Charms just about every day in college. I haven’t had them since!
I hope you have fun tonight! You deserve it!
Posted by Jessica @ How Sweet on November 13, 2009 at 4:00 pm
Wonderful post! I loved cinnamon toast crunch. Haven’t had it in years!
Posted by Jen (Running With Cake) on November 13, 2009 at 4:28 pm
I’m glad that you are putting a positive spin on things. Decorating your new place is going to be SO much fun! We’re refinishing our basement and I can’t wait until it’s done so I can decorate! As for cereal, I think Cookie Crisp and Captain Crunch used to be my favorite sugary ones.
Posted by Taylor on November 13, 2009 at 4:39 pm
I’ve had some great success this week I gave up meat for a week, tried some new foods like spaghetti squash and tofu. And I’m off to have some fun tonight. Enjoy yourself too.
Posted by Holly on November 13, 2009 at 5:12 pm
oh i totally agree with cutting yourself slack…i am way too hard on myself too, but for what reason? NONE AT ALL. know this is a transitional period and things will settle down when you move. good luck with everything mama – we are here to cheer you on!
can i come line dance with you? AMAZING TIMES would be had.
Posted by lowandbhold on November 13, 2009 at 5:17 pm
Ahhhh! Country dancing with an Everythingtarian is one of my greatest dreams in life! Hope it happens at some point!!!
Posted by Abby on November 13, 2009 at 5:42 pm
Can you seriously just move to Michigan so we can hang out? I would even try and do country cardio..
Anyway, great goals, and so similar to ones that I need to try and adhere to myself. It’s so easy to forget what I want when trying to make sure other people are happy, when I deserve to do what I want, too!
And if what I want is to not go to the gym, then so be it. Once again, I love your balance and outlook on everything. I have no doubt that you will have a great couple months coming up, regardless of where you live, who you kick up your heels with and what crappy breakfast coworkers bring in. Have fun tonight!
Posted by lowandbhold on November 13, 2009 at 5:44 pm
You’re the best Abby! I think Michigan winters would be too much for me. But maybe I’ll buy a summer home up there
Posted by betybliss on November 13, 2009 at 5:58 pm
I used to eat Cap’n'crunch. I still eat it once in awhile. I love it. Since I can really taste the sugar in it now I can’t eat a lot of it though. I used be able to go crazy with that stuff.
Posted by janetha on November 14, 2009 at 3:17 am
dudette. i am the same way with cereal. it is all i can think about! i want some nowww. loved your list. i like where you head’s at.
1~fruity pebbles were my thang!
2~got a LOT done at work. and unpacked a few boxes in the new abode
XOXO
Posted by Jolene (www.everydayfoodie.ca) on November 14, 2009 at 7:04 pm
When I was a kid I totally ate sugary cereals including lucky charms, and corn pops!!
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