Tue 26 april af daily

[bear73]

Morning all - slow start for me today - not dressed yet and it's 10.45!
I have already started clearing things out of kitchen ready for painting, made my list of what I need to buy/ask the people in DIY store and I plan to go to the tip and pick up a parcel.
I can really feel myself slowing down with my time off and it's lovely.

I planted my new flowers yesterday and re-planted my potatoes/strawberries and we cleared loads of dead bush/tree from the garden - 7 big bags full in the car ready for the tip!
I have also lost 2 pounds this week so I am feeling pleased with myself - that's with not skating as well so proves that I can do it. Had convinced myself it was much harder now I'm 38 etc etc - actually if I stick to my calorie limit - I do lose weight!

Well must get going - loving being AF - and I am loving this time off and lovely weather.
feeling a bit anxious for some reason - not sure why - am writing anxious thoughts down ready for CBT session next week.

[Doggygirl]

Tue 26 april af daily

Hello Bear and thanks for getting us started today! Hello to fABbies yet to come!

Uni, if you are out there reading I hope you will please check in. :l

P3 I hope you got a good nights rest after your exhausting interview day! You are right - it is what it is. All we can do is put our best foot forward and let the chips fall where they may. I try to always have faith that things work out the way they are meant to.

I am afraid these gas prices are a really bad one two punch to our economy. In our little corner of the world (serving mainly small businesses in our immediate local community) it seems things were trying to come back a bit at the first of the year. Anything related to construction still struggling, but other businesses starting to peek out from under their rocks. We just got word last night that one of our customers doesn't think they will make it (meaning they will be bankrupt) as they are already feeling the effects of gas over $4. And I think it's going a lot higher. It's certainly got me thinking we need to batten down the hatches (again). That means less of my $$ out there in circulation and I'm sure we're not alone. Sad. I wish I knew the answer. Or more importantly, I wish our leaders knew the answer.

At least I'm not drinking over it and that's a blessing. One thing is for sure!!

DG

[momof3]

Tue 26 april af daily

Good Morning,

Bear, it's so great that you are starting us off in the am in such a cheery, AF way.

Good Morning DG.

Has anyone heard from Uni? I hope she is okay. Uni, please check in.

Lovely Spring day here today.

M3

[Lavande]

Tue 26 april af daily

Morning Abbers!

Greetings to the happy bear, DG & M3!

Starting off my day behind locked doors as the police are searching for an armed suspect in the neighboring township. It's all over the news so I guess I should pay attention! My 100 lb Piggy Swissy is on duty........she's a sweetheart really but does have a big bark!!!!

DG, I lost several of my commercial customers over the past 3 years simply because they had to close down their businesses! They sure as hell don't need embroidered work wear for their employees anymore

I need to sneak out to tend to my hens - I think I'll take a baseball bat with me

Lav

[Lavande]

Tue 26 april af daily

Update - the suspect has been apprehended. No details out yet, it was a 3 1/2 hour ordeal but they did find the 25 year old young man. His family did the right thing calling the police. They were concerned about his mental status when he took off in the family car at 6 am with some sort of weapon. Sad!!

On a lighter note my grandsons got to visit their Dad at one of his prt time jobs today. EB loves, loves, loves fire trucks

[momof3]

Tue 26 april af daily

Lav, Thanks for sharing these very sweet photos of your grandchildren. You have alot to be proud of.
M3

[universal]

Tue 26 april af daily

I'm here guys - thanks for caring.

I have been calling assessment and referrals today to try to get me back into some sort of treatment. I have to get this depresion and continual relapses under control. Hopefully I will find out something soon.

love you guys.

[InChains]

Tue 26 april af daily

Evenign everybody, IC checking in for day 2 here longest I have done in 2 years so very, very happy to be here and feeling strong. I know I can do this, infact i can see myself beginnign to enjoy it eventually xD

Lav: sounds like a scary/exciting start to your day!

Bear: sounds like a busy day! well done on the 2lbs - I'm aiming to lose a bit myself, haven't quite figured out how yet xD

Uni: glad you checked in, i'm very glad you're seeking help

to eveyrbody else: hope you had a wonderful AF day

[Doggygirl]

Tue 26 april af daily

Lav, did they catch the guy yet???? That sounds SCARY. Glad you have Piggy Swissy for protection!!! Your G-sons are ADOREABLE. EB is sure growing up fast!

Hi M3! Are you still running? I did week 2 of C25K for the second time today. Between raindrops. It's pretty amazing how much easier it was today than the first tine I did it on Sunday. (not EASY. Just EASI-ER) Also changed the route a little bit. It's still a total of 5K (I do extra walking for now). Just a little more variety of scenery. I hope my knees hold up. I'm sure the changes in diet I'm trying to make will help!!!!

Deter you would be proud of me. Have you ever checked out the Whole30 program? A strict induction to Paleo, but should get me over the hump of sugar addiction and on a good track. Then we will see about whether some dairy, some Stevia, etc. will have a place in my world or not. I just know I've gotta dump this sugar / carb thing.

Uni, I am so happy to see you here and so glad you are seeking further treatment. Never give up until all feels right in your world, OK? Pet Boo for me today!

Inchy, fABulous to see you here two days in a row! Congratulations on 2 Days AF if I am understanding you correctly!! That is awesome!! The first part is the worst part. Tough it out and don't give in. Then you will never have to repeat this particular phase!!!

OK - back to finishing up some house chores and reading more of the Whole30 program so I know more about what I'm trying to do. Will be glad to get the first week under my belt, one day at a time.

One thing is for sure....NO ALCOHOL is clearly spelled out in the Whole 30 plan. At least that part will be easy for me at this stage of the game!

DG

[Cassia]

Tue 26 april af daily

Evening all. A late check in from me as it has been absolutely crazy again today. The flat is now on the rental market with viewings starting next week. Another clear out of the cupboards and drawers and packed the hall cupboard with only things that are going with us to the USA. Also spoke to a car dealer about leasing a car when I get to the states! So, just got to work out the budget with insurance and gas etc and see if its affordable. I can't believe how much my husband and I have achieved in the last three weeks.

Bear - its great to have such a positive start to thread. Thanks so much for sharing.

Uni - I really hope you get the help you need. We are always here for you.

IC - great to see you and well done on day 2!

M3 - long may the spring weather continue. I cant wait to get out running in the heat!!

Lav - your grankids are just gorgeous. Keep the pictures coming!

Dg - I will be very interested to hear how the whole30 day program goes! Please post about it! I hear ya about gas prices. We are paying roughly $5 a gallon here. It's scary - who can afford that!

Jenny - thanks for checking in!

Deter - hey! I always miss you because of the rime difference! Hopefully that will change when I get stateside!!

M3 -

[Determinator]

Tue 26 april af daily

Hidy Ho ABeroooos!

Uni I'm so glad you are pursuing some help and please don't stop until you find a good 'fit' for you.

IC, kudos on breaking AF ground!

DoggyGirl, yes I'm so proud! 30 days of strict paleo and it will change anyones life for the better. you have to check out the podcast on Underground Wellness from Jan 13th titled: 'why we get fat'.
with a stellar interview of Gary Taubes.

Health Podcast | UW Radio | Health Expert Interviews | Underground Wellness

also his interview with Natasha Campbell-McBride is amazing. ok, lots of his podcasts are amazing and I'm learning a ton.

Cassia you must come and visit Lake Tahoe when you get here! I'll give you the nickel tour.

Lav, what adorable pictures.

ok, packing up for a relaxing evening of traditional Filipino stick-fighting

be well

[greeneyes]

Tue 26 april af daily

Determinator;1105582 wrote: ok, packing up for a relaxing evening of traditional Filipino stick-fighting

:H:H you crack me up!

Interview Thurs! Woop Woop! I get a rush out of someone simply wanting to talk to me!

[Lavande]

Tue 26 april af daily

Good luck with your interview greenie. Are yougoing to wear your crown??? :H

Yes DG, that suspect was captured in 3 1/2 hrs, no one hurt! The State Troopers used their K 9's - good job

Be careful with those sticks Deter - I'll bet they have sharp points :H

[Determinator]

Tue 26 april af daily

whew! stick fighting was fun as usual. the problem with doing my workouts in the evening is I'm all bouncy with energy now. and it's too dark to plant a garden or build a shed or anything.

speaking of K9's, I'll be working a K9 show/event in June. they are always the best shows since they are outdoors and i get to hang out with all the amazing doggies and see them in action. and take some photos too.

xx zzzzz