Week 19 -- 204.0 pounds
Week 18 -- 203.4 pounds
Week 17 -- 205.0 pounds
......
Week 1 -- 211.4 pounds
Not 1, Not 2, but 3 nights of about a mile jog plus a mile of walking accompanied with two days of 1/2 hour walks with my co-worker, Saturday apartment cleaning, and Sunday's autocross adventures, I believe it was a fairly productive week on the exercise front especially since the end of the week got a bit too warm again.
Though not scientific or based on tested facts, I do believe that the vitamin regimen is helping from just visible signs with this menstruation though a medicine induced menstruation period since it had been almost 4 months since the last one. Hopefully, this will be the last little kick start my body needs to become regular again.
In addition, I am trying to remember to start taking my waking temperatures and charting my cycles again. I have noticed my temperatures are starting higher than they were a couple years ago. I might be able to actually use the chart temps instead of changing them to lower temps. I will let you know how this goes.
Vitamin Update Plus
I decided to change things up a little bit and add some more dosages of things based on the suggestions. I tried to condense/minimize the number of pills but do not believe it was successful. I looked at B-Complex vitamins for example but their was not one that seemed to provide all that was needed. Here is the new regimen starting today:
Morning
Complete Prenatal (w/lots of vitamins & minerals)
B-1 500 mg
B-6 200 mg
B-12 500 mcg
Vitamin C 500 mg
Vitamin E 200 IU
Fish Oil: Omega-3 600 mg; EPA 324 mg; DHA 216 MG
or Flax Oil: Omega-3 7700 mg; Omega-6 2240 mg; Omega-9 2520 mg
Metformin 500 mg
Spironolactone 100 mg
Evening
Complete Prenatal (w/lots of vitamins & minerals)
B-6 200 mg
B-12 1000 mg
Vitamin C 1000 IU
Vitamin D3 2000 IU
Magnesium Citrate 400 mg
Vanadyl Sulfate 20mg
Before Bed
Melatonin 6 mg
During the Day
Attempt to drink at least one if not 2 glasses of hot green tea.
Monday, August 27, 2012
Saturday, August 25, 2012
Saturday Smiles Siete
What has made you smile this past week or touched your life in a remarkable way? Not one but three things make me smile this week and know that God has a purpose for my life. (Challenges/Patiences in Understanding God's Purpose...a possible future post)
Youth, Leadership, & Christ
Last Saturday, I spent my day (12 hours plus) at church with the youth leadership team. Though a tiring day, one could not have asked for a better experience and beginning to a new year of youth leadership. As I continue to hear feedback from my sessions and how the youth are using their True Colors, it makes me smile. Additionally, the opportunity to share my passion and love for leadership and Christ with youth and adults alike makes me smile.
Just today, I received an email that the youth are talking about the concepts and how it applies to them leading a group and interacting with others. I pray that we can maintain this momentum and continue to provide them opportunities to improve and use their skills throughout the coming year.
Casual Conversations & Unknown Impacts
Two Saturday's ago while visiting my friend and enjoying a walk with the twins, our discussion lead me to talk about the distractions of our lives and how we do not take the time out to remove ourselves from these distractions and recenter our lives. Then on Sunday night, I began to read her post on Catholic Sistas totally oblivious to the fact she was speaking about me as that friend. Then later that night, she shared with me that her blog post was picked up by Big Pulpit whose purpose is to "...deliver the very best in punditry on the Catholic Church." (from their website). Wow, who knew a little conversation would touch so many lives. I wish my writing was as prolific as hers to share more about this and related topics.
Young Professionals
Not sure if it has been mentioned here before or not, but a couple months back, I started a young professionals group at my church. The take-off has been extremely slow, but we are starting to pick-up momentum which is very exciting. If you have ever been part of a similar group, you know the impact it can have on your life and others. Though only two of us this past week, the enthusiasm of the other young lady and excitement to come back next week brings a smile to my face. Not only is preparing for the weekly spiritual fellowships touching my life, I pray that it touches her life and many others to come.
Remember no matter where you are or what you are doing, you are making an impact on someone's life. Think about how you can make that a positive impact for others and yourself. Wishing you all the best in the week ahead.
Please share your Saturday Smiles and read Journal of Nobody's latest Saturday Smiles!
Youth, Leadership, & Christ
Last Saturday, I spent my day (12 hours plus) at church with the youth leadership team. Though a tiring day, one could not have asked for a better experience and beginning to a new year of youth leadership. As I continue to hear feedback from my sessions and how the youth are using their True Colors, it makes me smile. Additionally, the opportunity to share my passion and love for leadership and Christ with youth and adults alike makes me smile.
Just today, I received an email that the youth are talking about the concepts and how it applies to them leading a group and interacting with others. I pray that we can maintain this momentum and continue to provide them opportunities to improve and use their skills throughout the coming year.
Casual Conversations & Unknown Impacts
Two Saturday's ago while visiting my friend and enjoying a walk with the twins, our discussion lead me to talk about the distractions of our lives and how we do not take the time out to remove ourselves from these distractions and recenter our lives. Then on Sunday night, I began to read her post on Catholic Sistas totally oblivious to the fact she was speaking about me as that friend. Then later that night, she shared with me that her blog post was picked up by Big Pulpit whose purpose is to "...deliver the very best in punditry on the Catholic Church." (from their website). Wow, who knew a little conversation would touch so many lives. I wish my writing was as prolific as hers to share more about this and related topics.
Young Professionals
Not sure if it has been mentioned here before or not, but a couple months back, I started a young professionals group at my church. The take-off has been extremely slow, but we are starting to pick-up momentum which is very exciting. If you have ever been part of a similar group, you know the impact it can have on your life and others. Though only two of us this past week, the enthusiasm of the other young lady and excitement to come back next week brings a smile to my face. Not only is preparing for the weekly spiritual fellowships touching my life, I pray that it touches her life and many others to come.
Remember no matter where you are or what you are doing, you are making an impact on someone's life. Think about how you can make that a positive impact for others and yourself. Wishing you all the best in the week ahead.
Please share your Saturday Smiles and read Journal of Nobody's latest Saturday Smiles!
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Monday, August 20, 2012
Healthier Living: Take 18
Week 18 -- 203.4 pounds
Week 17 -- 205.0 pounds
......
Week 1 -- 211.4 pounds
The thought of being back under 200 pounds is so in site. I would love to reach it by next week, but that will take some dedication. The feeling of clothes being loose again is great. I can tell the pounds are coming off ever how slowly.
The cooler weather is starting to help my motivation to get out again and enjoy the fresh, cool air. There is a 5K in Bloomington on September 29th that I am going to shoot for being in shape and running. It is a possibility, if I just set my mind to it and the weather stays cool.
Exercise for the past week included two 30 min walks at work and Sunday's autocross 2 plus miles of walking around and running back and forth for rides/instruction during the second heat.
Look forward to some exciting news next week!
Week 17 -- 205.0 pounds
......
Week 1 -- 211.4 pounds
The thought of being back under 200 pounds is so in site. I would love to reach it by next week, but that will take some dedication. The feeling of clothes being loose again is great. I can tell the pounds are coming off ever how slowly.
The cooler weather is starting to help my motivation to get out again and enjoy the fresh, cool air. There is a 5K in Bloomington on September 29th that I am going to shoot for being in shape and running. It is a possibility, if I just set my mind to it and the weather stays cool.
Exercise for the past week included two 30 min walks at work and Sunday's autocross 2 plus miles of walking around and running back and forth for rides/instruction during the second heat.
Look forward to some exciting news next week!
Saturday, August 18, 2012
Saturday Day Smiles Seis
Children and youth....Is there really a whole lot more to say about how they bring smiles to our lives?
It has been a week plus filled with children and youth having fun, laughing, and being their adorable selves. Yes, they are not always cute and charming, especially when you walk in the door and they start screaming.
Last weekend, I spent with friends and their twin 1-year plus boys. Who still like to scream and cry when I first walk in for the weekend, but this time thankfully they started warming up to me. On Saturday evening, P actually crawled over to me and allowed me to pick him up for dinner. They are adorable things that I have enjoyed watching grow and develop over the past year. Thanks to my friends for allowing me this joy and Saturday Smile!
Sunday evening, youth ministry kicked off the new school year and weekly high school drop-ins with a cookout and Super Sloppy Sunday games! The smiles on their faces, the fun they enjoyed, the fellowship that transpired made every moment priceless. Looking forward to digging into some spiritual and life discussions and having fun at future drop-ins and retreats this coming year.
Tuesday afternoon, I sat on my patio catching up on news feeds, emails, and working on retreat materials as the children in the complex played. Their innocence, carefree demeanor, and playfulness just brought a smile to my face.
What brought a smile to your face this week? Please share and also check out the Journal of Nobody's Saturday Smiles post.
It has been a week plus filled with children and youth having fun, laughing, and being their adorable selves. Yes, they are not always cute and charming, especially when you walk in the door and they start screaming.
Last weekend, I spent with friends and their twin 1-year plus boys. Who still like to scream and cry when I first walk in for the weekend, but this time thankfully they started warming up to me. On Saturday evening, P actually crawled over to me and allowed me to pick him up for dinner. They are adorable things that I have enjoyed watching grow and develop over the past year. Thanks to my friends for allowing me this joy and Saturday Smile!
Sunday evening, youth ministry kicked off the new school year and weekly high school drop-ins with a cookout and Super Sloppy Sunday games! The smiles on their faces, the fun they enjoyed, the fellowship that transpired made every moment priceless. Looking forward to digging into some spiritual and life discussions and having fun at future drop-ins and retreats this coming year.
Tuesday afternoon, I sat on my patio catching up on news feeds, emails, and working on retreat materials as the children in the complex played. Their innocence, carefree demeanor, and playfulness just brought a smile to my face.
What brought a smile to your face this week? Please share and also check out the Journal of Nobody's Saturday Smiles post.
Monday, August 13, 2012
Healthier Living: Take 17
Week 17 -- 205.0 pounds
Week 16 -- 206.4 pounds
Week 15 -- 207.6 pounds
Week 14 -- 206.2 pounds
......
Week 1 -- 211.4 pounds
Though a slow moving loss of weight, the pounds are coming off one by one. Soon hopefully, I can rejoice at being back under 200 pounds. To accomplish that, I will definitely need to get moving and not sitting all the time.
This past week was fairly successful with 4 1.5+ mile walks.
Tuesday and Wednesday, my coworker and I went for morning walks.
Saturday, I enjoyed a lovely walk with my friend and her adorable 1-year+ twin boys. She pushed the stroller.
Sunday was another day of auto racing and walking the course plus a lot of standing working the waiver gate.
Sunday's autocross ended with a victory in my class though barely. I have some new competition after some old competition left this week. I also have a new toy, a GoPro camera, to video tape my runs. Now I just need to learn how to read the video and improve my skills.
Hopefully, this cooler weather is here to stay, and I can get caught up and motivated to start walking/jogging again in the evenings.
Thanks for all the support and encouragement!
Week 16 -- 206.4 pounds
Week 15 -- 207.6 pounds
Week 14 -- 206.2 pounds
......
Week 1 -- 211.4 pounds
Though a slow moving loss of weight, the pounds are coming off one by one. Soon hopefully, I can rejoice at being back under 200 pounds. To accomplish that, I will definitely need to get moving and not sitting all the time.
This past week was fairly successful with 4 1.5+ mile walks.
Tuesday and Wednesday, my coworker and I went for morning walks.
Saturday, I enjoyed a lovely walk with my friend and her adorable 1-year+ twin boys. She pushed the stroller.
Sunday was another day of auto racing and walking the course plus a lot of standing working the waiver gate.
Sunday's autocross ended with a victory in my class though barely. I have some new competition after some old competition left this week. I also have a new toy, a GoPro camera, to video tape my runs. Now I just need to learn how to read the video and improve my skills.
Hopefully, this cooler weather is here to stay, and I can get caught up and motivated to start walking/jogging again in the evenings.
Thanks for all the support and encouragement!
Saturday, August 11, 2012
Saturday Smiles Cinco
In writing this post every Saturday, I have begun to appreciate more and more what God provides for me and where He is taking me in life. Over the past few weeks, I have started to regain a sense of peace about God's plan for my future. I still do not understand what that plan is, but I feel comfortable about where I am headed and that something significant is in the works.
In the meantime, what has really made me smile this week: the opportunity to spend time developing some leadership sessions for an upcoming youth leadership team retreat. It is a carryover from last week, where I met with the youth minister and we planned out the day long retreat. Then this week, I was able to spend two evenings putting together two sessions.
The first is to help the youth and the adult leadership team members learn a little bit about their personal leadership styles through colors. Showing Our True Colors: A Fun, Easy Guide for Understanding and Appreciating Yourself and Others by Mary Miscisin is the basis of the session. After completing a short form, you learn your dominate color(s) (Gold, Blue, Green, and Orange). With a review of each color, you really begin to understand the dynamics of the group and why some people are the life of the party and others work to keep you on track and focused.
Since this is working with a church youth group, I also looked at the incorporation of some bible verses. The focus of both sessions will be from 1 Corinthians 12. The True Colors session will look at how each of us are part of the body of Christ and help in our own unique ways.
The second session leads us into understanding who the team is and the development of our plans for the year. It is based on a session from the International Leadership Conference of 2010 called House of Leadership. To make it pertinent, we are going to build our Church of Leadership with the similar components of building one's personal House of Leadership. The session builds up from the foundation and first impression to the team's vision and yearly plan. Here I am pulling in the first portion of 1 Corinthians 12 speaking about the unity of gifts.
Working on these sessions has brought a huge smile and peace to my life. I pray that God will continue to provide me the wisdom and words to share with the youth and adult leaders this coming Saturday and months and years to come. I ask for his guidance in my life as I share and provide support for the youth of tomorrow.
Thanks for reading. How have you seen God's presence in your life this week? What has brought a smile to your face? If interested in more information on these sessions, please feel free to ask.
For another Saturday Smiles, check out the Journal of Nobody's weekly post, Saturday Smiles, no. 6.
In the meantime, what has really made me smile this week: the opportunity to spend time developing some leadership sessions for an upcoming youth leadership team retreat. It is a carryover from last week, where I met with the youth minister and we planned out the day long retreat. Then this week, I was able to spend two evenings putting together two sessions.
The first is to help the youth and the adult leadership team members learn a little bit about their personal leadership styles through colors. Showing Our True Colors: A Fun, Easy Guide for Understanding and Appreciating Yourself and Others by Mary Miscisin is the basis of the session. After completing a short form, you learn your dominate color(s) (Gold, Blue, Green, and Orange). With a review of each color, you really begin to understand the dynamics of the group and why some people are the life of the party and others work to keep you on track and focused.
Since this is working with a church youth group, I also looked at the incorporation of some bible verses. The focus of both sessions will be from 1 Corinthians 12. The True Colors session will look at how each of us are part of the body of Christ and help in our own unique ways.
The second session leads us into understanding who the team is and the development of our plans for the year. It is based on a session from the International Leadership Conference of 2010 called House of Leadership. To make it pertinent, we are going to build our Church of Leadership with the similar components of building one's personal House of Leadership. The session builds up from the foundation and first impression to the team's vision and yearly plan. Here I am pulling in the first portion of 1 Corinthians 12 speaking about the unity of gifts.
Working on these sessions has brought a huge smile and peace to my life. I pray that God will continue to provide me the wisdom and words to share with the youth and adult leaders this coming Saturday and months and years to come. I ask for his guidance in my life as I share and provide support for the youth of tomorrow.
Thanks for reading. How have you seen God's presence in your life this week? What has brought a smile to your face? If interested in more information on these sessions, please feel free to ask.
For another Saturday Smiles, check out the Journal of Nobody's weekly post, Saturday Smiles, no. 6.
Monday, August 06, 2012
What are we living for?
Why do we work and work and work even more? What is the purpose behind all of this work? What are we trying to achieve or not achieve? Are we truly satisfied and living a fulfilling life? What is a fulfilling life look like? Who are we trying to impress? Are our actions supporting the better good or just ourselves? Do others allow us to help the better good or are they only interested in their own? What is accomplishment and where does society's view of accomplishment really get us?
I could probably go on and on with questions. Where is the happiness, the love, the joy, the feeling of helping in all of this? To me today's society and ways of life are more frustrating than fulfilling. As I listened to the homily on Sunday and read my daily reflection, I again was reminded to focus on eternity and life with our Creator. A feeling of relief came over me as I realized that I am not crazy for wanting to live a simple life, to help others, and enjoy every moment that I have.
The priest talked about wants versus needs. We have key things that we need in life, but we do not have to have the top of the line or everything for that need. His example was that a member of the church needs a car to get to Mass, but one does not need a brand new fancy car with all the bells and whistles, just reliable transportation.
Living Faith: Daily Catholic Devotional for August 5th, 2012 had this question for reflection, "We work so much of each day to sustain our mortal life, but eventually it will end. Wouldn't it make sense to spend a bit more time today on the things of eternity?"
Yes, there are things that we must do in order to survive our mortal life but not all things are necessary. Just as there are needs and wants, there are musts and extras. After having worked several jobs that consumed my life and again stripped my joy, I vowed to not let work run my life. Though often it is apparent that I still care too much about my job and trying to help others and make their lives easier, I continue to put my best foot forward and help others in anyway I can. Generosity is not always accepted or welcomed, but it is who I am and will never go away. Thanks to those who appreciate and accept me and my generosity for what it is.
I want to live life not have life run me. Today's society is so much about being ran by the extras and wants and losing focus on the true picture of eternity and fulfilling our needs.
The Lord is blessing me with a great opportunity to share my love for Him, helping others, and leadership. I pray that God will continue to bless me in my endeavors against the grain of society and that I can act and be a positive witness to all those lives I touch each and everyday. Sometimes it is a struggle to remain positive and upbeat when things keep shooting you down and causing frustrations.
May your life be full of fulfillment, joy, and happiness!
I could probably go on and on with questions. Where is the happiness, the love, the joy, the feeling of helping in all of this? To me today's society and ways of life are more frustrating than fulfilling. As I listened to the homily on Sunday and read my daily reflection, I again was reminded to focus on eternity and life with our Creator. A feeling of relief came over me as I realized that I am not crazy for wanting to live a simple life, to help others, and enjoy every moment that I have.
The priest talked about wants versus needs. We have key things that we need in life, but we do not have to have the top of the line or everything for that need. His example was that a member of the church needs a car to get to Mass, but one does not need a brand new fancy car with all the bells and whistles, just reliable transportation.
Living Faith: Daily Catholic Devotional for August 5th, 2012 had this question for reflection, "We work so much of each day to sustain our mortal life, but eventually it will end. Wouldn't it make sense to spend a bit more time today on the things of eternity?"
Yes, there are things that we must do in order to survive our mortal life but not all things are necessary. Just as there are needs and wants, there are musts and extras. After having worked several jobs that consumed my life and again stripped my joy, I vowed to not let work run my life. Though often it is apparent that I still care too much about my job and trying to help others and make their lives easier, I continue to put my best foot forward and help others in anyway I can. Generosity is not always accepted or welcomed, but it is who I am and will never go away. Thanks to those who appreciate and accept me and my generosity for what it is.
I want to live life not have life run me. Today's society is so much about being ran by the extras and wants and losing focus on the true picture of eternity and fulfilling our needs.
The Lord is blessing me with a great opportunity to share my love for Him, helping others, and leadership. I pray that God will continue to bless me in my endeavors against the grain of society and that I can act and be a positive witness to all those lives I touch each and everyday. Sometimes it is a struggle to remain positive and upbeat when things keep shooting you down and causing frustrations.
May your life be full of fulfillment, joy, and happiness!
Healthier Living: Take 16
Week 16 -- 206.4 pounds
Week 15 -- 207.6 pounds
Week 14 -- 206.2 pounds
......
Week 1 -- 211.4 pounds
As the weather begins to cool and travel slows (maybe), I am trying to be a bit more active.
Monday & Tuesday, a co-worked and I took a 1/2 hour walk in the neighborhood. Then end of month closing happened and we got derailed for the rest of the week. Hopefully, we will pick it back up tomorrow. I definitely am going to need it after enjoying some more delicious homemade banana ice cream.
I burned several calories on Friday & Saturday as I cleaned and cooked.
Working on the motivation not to only lose weight by mid-September so I can fit in a nice formal dress, but also working up the courage to finally pursue my dream of running a mini-Marathon come April. I have until October 31st to make that decision so both my friend and I can register to run at a less cost than come November 1st.
Week 15 -- 207.6 pounds
Week 14 -- 206.2 pounds
......
Week 1 -- 211.4 pounds
As the weather begins to cool and travel slows (maybe), I am trying to be a bit more active.
Monday & Tuesday, a co-worked and I took a 1/2 hour walk in the neighborhood. Then end of month closing happened and we got derailed for the rest of the week. Hopefully, we will pick it back up tomorrow. I definitely am going to need it after enjoying some more delicious homemade banana ice cream.
I burned several calories on Friday & Saturday as I cleaned and cooked.
Working on the motivation not to only lose weight by mid-September so I can fit in a nice formal dress, but also working up the courage to finally pursue my dream of running a mini-Marathon come April. I have until October 31st to make that decision so both my friend and I can register to run at a less cost than come November 1st.
Saturday, August 04, 2012
Saturday Smiles Cuatro
A twist on my usual Saturday Smiles as I was thinking the other day that my writing is probably sub-par and over time my readers will run away because they obtain little from my writings. Reasons abound but that can be another post.
As I thought about writing a more in depth Saturday Smiles, multiple things have made me smile again this week, but we are going to share about the previous 2 hours of my Saturday. Those who know me know I love to cook, share, and entertain in a casual way. Earlier this afternoon, I shared a lovely afternoon lunch/dinner with 2 lovely couples and one little one. (Another Saturday Smiles) Par normal, there are plenty of leftovers hanging out in my kitchen that I cannot possibly eat all of nor should I eat all. The question was who to share all the yummy food with, whose day could I make better.
My evening turned out to be full of smiles for so many. My diagonal neighbors were out sitting at a table so I stopped by to say hello and see if they would enjoy some homemade banana ice cream, brownies, and/or zucchini cake. They said yes but we continued to talk and chat for about 2 hours. While sitting outside, the neighbor above me came home and stopped by to chat as well. I offered him too some homemade banana ice cream. He has a huge like for bananas often heading to the neighboring yogurt shop for some banana yogurt. (I learned after asking.) The smile and excitement on his face after mentioning that was priceless.
So we all returned to our respective apartments, I went and gathered goodies for my neighbors and then delivered. The smiles on their faces was worth every hour after cooking and cleaning. I just hope the food is as good as the expectations has it. The couple across the ways son was a bit jealous when he called to speak to them and heard all the great food that I had brought over.
I thank the Lord for great neighbors and the opportunity to share my bounty with them and so many others today.
How have you been blessed this past week? What has brought smiles to your face or how have you brought a smile to someone elses? Please share or post on your own site.
Here is a link to my friend, who got me started posting Saturday Smiles: Journal of a Nobody, Saturday Smiles
Enjoy!
As I thought about writing a more in depth Saturday Smiles, multiple things have made me smile again this week, but we are going to share about the previous 2 hours of my Saturday. Those who know me know I love to cook, share, and entertain in a casual way. Earlier this afternoon, I shared a lovely afternoon lunch/dinner with 2 lovely couples and one little one. (Another Saturday Smiles) Par normal, there are plenty of leftovers hanging out in my kitchen that I cannot possibly eat all of nor should I eat all. The question was who to share all the yummy food with, whose day could I make better.
My evening turned out to be full of smiles for so many. My diagonal neighbors were out sitting at a table so I stopped by to say hello and see if they would enjoy some homemade banana ice cream, brownies, and/or zucchini cake. They said yes but we continued to talk and chat for about 2 hours. While sitting outside, the neighbor above me came home and stopped by to chat as well. I offered him too some homemade banana ice cream. He has a huge like for bananas often heading to the neighboring yogurt shop for some banana yogurt. (I learned after asking.) The smile and excitement on his face after mentioning that was priceless.
So we all returned to our respective apartments, I went and gathered goodies for my neighbors and then delivered. The smiles on their faces was worth every hour after cooking and cleaning. I just hope the food is as good as the expectations has it. The couple across the ways son was a bit jealous when he called to speak to them and heard all the great food that I had brought over.
I thank the Lord for great neighbors and the opportunity to share my bounty with them and so many others today.
How have you been blessed this past week? What has brought smiles to your face or how have you brought a smile to someone elses? Please share or post on your own site.
Here is a link to my friend, who got me started posting Saturday Smiles: Journal of a Nobody, Saturday Smiles
Enjoy!
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