Everyone Should Have a Village

I am fortunate enough to have a very large village.  My village is so large that it has people in subdivisions that have never met the people in other subdivisions. 

It is because of this village that I was able to get through my recent shoulder surgery with no hardships.  There was always someone there to drive me, make sure I had groceries/cooked food, take out the trash, unhook my bra, do laundry, etc. I cannot imagine trying to get through something like this on my own.

Just as my village was there for me, I try to be there for them.  I take late night phone calls, I give emotional support, and I still have one really good shoulder to cry on.  This week, one of my villagers needed a shoulder, an ear, jokes, and the promise that things would get better.  I am glad I was there for this villager, along with residents of her own village.  

I pray she will get through this time of her life with as little stress as possible, and remembering to take care of herself.  I also hope that through it all she remembers she is a strong, courageous, loving, kind, caring person who I admire immensely.  

I am here for you friend.

I am Almost to the Breaking Point

I have a contract with an entity, and that contract and its stipulations are constantly being taken to the limit, and lately, a little past the limit.  I came really close to canceling that contract yesterday.  Fortunately one of the parties that was coming close to violating the contract hung up on me before I could tell them to take it and shove it. 

I have been thinking long and hard about how to handle this situation, and I have just about decided to write them and email clearly reminding them of the contract and what it says, and that if they don't respect the contract, and me, then I am canceling it.  

I cannot speak to this person face to face because they are never available, and the longer I let this go on, the further they push me about not following the contract. It is causing me great stress every week.

Just thinking about putting it all in writing makes me feel better.  

Accomplishment #116 - #119

I will admit to not accomplishing much this week.  Other than the dishwasher, sorting mail, paying bills, and cleaning out part of the refrigerator, I have nothing extra to report.

Of course, that list is better than no list.

3 in a Row

I have had three losses in a row at TOPS.  I am back into new weight for the year and hope to stay motivated enough to keep going.

I am working really hard at not eating my emotions.  It is tough, especially in the situation I am dealing with on a daily basis. I have been keeping a journal for my emotions and daily events that is helping me tremendously. 

This blog is a good place to release my emotions, but I never know who is reading it, so it cannot be a tell all.  

We actually had a no gain meeting tonight with several people being in new weight for the year, including Loni.  I am proud of how well she is working her program. My friend and co-worker Gina is doing very well too.  

I Like My Drinks Icy

If I am going to drink bottled water, or soda, I like to put it in the freezer to make it icy.  Unfortunately, I put them in there and forget about them. 

Tonight I put a diet root beer I was drinking with dinner in the freezer after I had taken a few sips because it just wasn't the way I wanted it.  That was at 7:00 P.M.  It is now 9:50 P.M. and the root beer is frozen solid.  So, I put a water in the freezer.  I hope I remember it in about thirty minutes.  

I Turned the Bag Over, and Nothing Fell Out...I Guess My 30 Days of Birthday are Over

I have had a grand time with my 30 Days of Birthday from Loni.

Tonight was my last gift.  Yes, I did turn the bag over and check, it is over.  Here is my 30 days of gifts, note if you count there are 31 gifts because one day had 2 gifts in one package. 

30 Days of Birthday from Loni, 2011

Of course, my birthday is not quite over yet as I still have two scheduled birthday lunches. Unfortunately, I have to reschedule one of them, but that doesn't matter as it just prolongs the celebration.  

I Am Free From Those that Must Drive Me...Well, Almost

Today was the first day since March 14 that I have driven myself any where except to work and home, and that doesn't count as driving since it is only .6 of a mile away according to Google Maps. 

Ruben released me to drive on Friday, as long as I didn't over do it.  In other words, I could drive to work therapy and some close places, but no heavy traffic, etc. 

It was so nice to go to therapy today knowing I wasn't inconveniencing anyone.  I will admit, it didn't feel great, especially the left turns.  I also have to reach around with my right arm to flip on the turn signals.  

I won't be driving to Denton, or doing any big time heavy shopping any time soon, but that is okay as my village is always happy to take me, but at least I can get to therapy and back.