MrsGJr Back At It Journey 2009

[MASM]

Hey Wanda,

Things have finally settled down a bit in my world. I am happy to read that things are good in your world too. I was happy to read the wonderful news about how you nephew is progressing in his recovery. I am also glad that you are feeing better and have been able to exercise again.

Take care and have a great weekend-
Mary Ann

[Beaching It]

Hey you... where are you?? I haven't been in here much this week but neither have you I see. Hope all is well in Chi-town and you're getting in some good classes and taking care of your back. I'm back on track and down 3 1bs so feeling good about that and doing well with the beachy eating and working out. Feeling great! Hope you are too.

[MASM]

Hey Wanda,

Just wanted to stop by and say Hello! Have a great Labor Day weekend!

I am mentally starting mine today! I thought I was going to have a super stressful day at work today. However the proposal that was going to go out today got scrubbed yesterday. Not happy about having to lose out on the chance for more work, but the other parties involved just could not come up all the supporting documents. Better luck next time.

Any way I am going to have a good weekend-DD is coming home to get her cat. Then I probably will not see her until Thanksgiving. I do talk to her a lot. She calls me while she is waiting for the bus-so I talk to her at least once or twice a day. So all is good!

Take care,

Mary Ann

[Beaching It]

Hey Wanda, how come you're posting in my journal but not in yours?? How's it going lady?

[happymo4]

Hi Wanda! Saw your post in Lisa's journal....SO Jealous that you are seeing Train, and have an overnight date with your DH! I am sure you will have a blast, especially since you are at goal! Makes everything better, doesn't it? I can not wait to get there! Thank you so so so much for keeping in touch with me and not giving up on me! You are so awesome! Have a ton of fun !!!!!!!
Maureen

[Beaching It]

Train and an overnight date!!!! LUCKY YOU!!! Enjoy!!! Train was just here at our 12 day outdoor concert festival. My favourite Chicago band, Lovehammers, opened last night for KISS!!!! So wish I was there for that. I'll see you in February.

[doghouse]

Hello Wanda, where have you been? Although coming from someone who does not write in her journal it is rather a case of the pot calling the kettle black! just popping in to send you some love. ENJOY your date, have much fun and chat to you soon!!! xxxx

[Beaching It]

Wanda is off on some romantic overnight getaway her wonderful DH planned for her. She has no idea where they're going!!! Totally awesome! Can't wait to hear all about it. He's a keeper for sure.

[Beaching It]

So.... details please. What did you guys do?? Well... don't tell us everything.

[Cambie]

Wandering through, see you're MIA. Whatever you're doing, hope it's a lot of fun.

Season's changing, sorry to see summer go, best I've had in many years. I realized that I had been hiding from social situations due to the shame I felt being obese. This is my best SB summer ... so far. Now to go into the new season with a new plan. Shake things up some more and get the last 24 pounds off by April.

Praying your nephew has continued to improve each day!

Stop in and shake things up, your absence has been noticed and felt. I MISS YOU!

Life IS Beautiful ♥♥♥♥

Tammy

[mrsgjr]

I am feeling SO SO SO Loved right now with all your posts!!! I need to apologize for being out of touch for so long and posting in your journals but not my own. Thank you for keeping my journal warm and fuzzy as it is so appreciated

8/20 WE: MN trip was GREAT! Got to just hang with my gf’s, drink, eat and just have a good ol’ time. I was able to get there in 6hrs both ways. One of my gf’s cancelled her appointment at the spa and of course, they cancelled them all While I was pissed, we simply went down the street to a pub whose Happy Hour started at 11am-7pm . Afterward checked into the hotel, got a few complimentary drinks as their Happy Hour had just ended, changed and went out to meet some friends for dinner/night cap. Didn’t get to the mall but they had a cookout Saturday and invited some of her family and had us all over. Up Sunday to see my family, pick up DD and hit the road. Good times and was exhausted. Had scheduled Monday off but ended up taking another 2 days as again, was just exhausted.

8/28 WE: DH finished his finals and we headed up to Grand Beach, MI to hang at my gf’s parent’s house on the lake. What a perfect day, the weather was great and the company even better! Even got DD to go with us for the day; she and another gf’s son went riding on the golf cart. Apparently that’s the thing up there and since they’re both 16, felt it was alright. You know they were bored so gave them something to do at least.

9/4 WE: Friday we went to dinner and a movie (The Other Guys) which was hysterical to say the least . I love Will Farrell and he is just so comical to me. Saturday was Ravinia with Train…OMG are they Awesome live and in color!!! Even though I was in a drunken stupor by the end, I had a Great time. Sunday has my traditional lunch with my BFF and her mom for bff’s b-day then DH booked us at the Sybaris. We’ve been married for 12yrs, together 16yrs and this is probably the 2nd time he’s taken control of a romantic evening and planned it all himself! He is attentive so not complaining but let me tell you I was Majorly impressed that he took the initiative and we had such a great time (get your minds out of the gutter)! We honestly needed some time together to reconnect as life has been a whirl wind for about 2yrs now so was relaxing to just be alone and ‘talk’. It’s the little things in life that are taken for granted that you realize when you just take a moment and slow down. Occasionally we have our date night but sometimes they are far and in between so again, this was much needed time together. We woke up Monday, got in the whirlpool accompanied by a cocktail at like 8:am . Was a long day to say the least starting out like that but lovely .

DD is back in school and DH has been letting her drive the past few days. She picked me up from the train yesterday and I was overwhelmed with joy to see her drive by herself! No, wasn’t the first time I saw her drive alone or being in the car with her alone but just made me proud. Her driving is actually getting better and yesterday, for the very first time while I was in the car with her, she didn’t drive over the curb turning into our driveway ! Basketball conditionings started yesterday and believe tryouts are either next month or early November so keep your fingers crossed for her. Because I know she’s a ‘Baller’ I’m not worried but she’s my kid and I’m supposed to feel that way

Nephew is still recovering but has a long road ahead right now. They had him under surveillance for a week as they felt he was suicidal; Dr. did say that this is typical with head trauma. So currently looking into neuro rehab for him as he’s completed the ‘physical’ therapy. The neuro is the rehab that is most important and will take the longest to overcome. I’m planning on visiting him this weekend but ask for your continued prayers for a full recovery. Not placing a time limit just hoping for the best with his condition. God is able and to Him I look for the Glory!

These past weeks have been just busy busy busy...good busy but busy nonetheless! I will say, however, even though it’s been busy, I’m back down and even lost an additional lb, weighing in on Monday at a whopping 123.0lbs!! My all time low but know that won’t stick but man was it good to see on the scale . Also been able to workout a little more on schedule but not totally. Went to see the Dr. on last Tuesday and she said it was one of my Best BP readings since I’ve been going to her (over 10yrs!). Was very happy to hear that but not so much about my back issues. She said that the muscle is still spasm and feels I may have pulled the muscle because of how it looks after a month. Taking it easy and told me not to overdo it but to keep moving. Refilled my meds so that if they are needed, I have them as I’m not abusing the doses only taking them when I absolutely need it. Been at the gym with more Zumba and Turbo to get cardio in, lmao. Did one weight class but kicked my a$$ so much haven’t been back. I know that doesn’t help but I’m working my way back up. Not happy that I have been unable to get there this week too…boss lady gone but will have another opportunity next week. I heard yesterday that our tentative move date is 12.1.10 and cannot wait for that!!

Michelle, so happy to see you around these parts again; missed ya Lady! And um, no, I’m not ‘skinny’ but hit goal and trying to maintain. The summer has been hard but found my way back down the Beach .

Mary Ann, even though I’ve been in your journal, thank you for keeping mine warm. Happy to hear things are going well for you, especially with DD. I’m hoping I can have the same relationship you do with yours when she heads off to college!

Lisa, I am so Happy you’re coming to Chicago! Told DH you were coming and he’s all prepared to take/pick up/drop off so touch base with me when you can on details. I know the cruise is upcoming and that is probably consuming your every thought…as it would mine .

Maureen, COOL !!! I would Never give up on you as I know you won’t give up on me. We are Family…I got all my Sista’s (and Brotha Jeff) with me!!

Sh . You’re right and I’m sorry I’ve been MIA but hey…I’m Back

Tammy, yes, the summer has been good and bad at the same time. Hate to see it go but know it will help me get myself back on track. You too will get there and those 24lbs will just be gone by April! Cheering you on and has been said so shall be done. Missed you too. Been giving you a shout out on FaceBook since I’ve been using your words ‘Life IS Beautiful ♥♥♥♥’!

Well this post will probably take up an entire page but guess that’s what happens when you’re gone for almost a month, eh?! Can't even believe it's been that long either It’s all good, I’m back and ready to work. What about you???!! Take good care of yourselves today. Sending my love to each of you

[Beaching It]

Wow! What a post. I could feel your excitement and happiness in your life. That is great! What's amazing to me is how low your weight is with all that partying and fun times you've been having! Incredible!!!

I could not imagine my DH planning an overnight date for us. I'm the social planner and always have been. That would be amazing if he did that. He's a great guy - don't get me wrong, but that would blow me away. So glad you guys had a wonderful time and got that one on one / reconnection - so important!

Yes I'm consumed with the cruise and have a new goal of 9 1bs in 9 weeks to get to 140 for cruise date!!! I'm up again because all my partying and good times has caught up to me... But that's okay because I'm back on track and life is good!!

Glad to see you Wanda. Have a fab week!!

[doghouse]

Yay, Wanda is back!!! wonderful to catch up with you, what a busy but fun time you have been having. AND your weight is still looking good inspite of all the hearty partying! Have an incredibly fabulous week

[Beaching It]

How was your weekend? Hope all is good.

[Cambie]

Wanda, thanks for your words at my journal. I hope you are having a good start to the week. I too hate summer slipping away but routine....it's a good thing. Summer was a blast, spontaneous, wonderful adventures but also chaotic.

Grateful you are still here with us and continue to inspire us. YOU ROCK!!!!

Life IS Beautiful ♥♥♥♥