Weigh-in and Surfacing from the Winter Fog

Workouts:  some.  Can't remember, really, because I've been in a February winter brain fog.

I think I've been in a winter-induced slump.  While it's been a great winter here (relatively, for Canada), it's still winter.  There's been little sun, some cold, lotsa freezing rain and crappy commutes, and just the general grossness of winter.  Even though I've been taking ginormous amounts of Vitamin D, and C, and every other vitamin, my energy has been lagging.  Therefore, no blog posts.

But I've now had 3 great sleeps (long weekend - Family Day - yay!), and the sun has been shining for 3 days.  I feel energized from some quiet time and some exercise.  I HAVE been working out because I know it does contribute to increased energy and brighter mood.

So, now it's time for the Monday morning weigh-in:

At the end of Week 7:  -2 pounds (?  I think).  Total change 2012:  -5 pounds.  Total change since the beginning of the blog project:  -12.7 pounds

Slow progress.  Very slow progress.  But progress, nevertheless.  

Here's what's lacking:  diet consistency.  I get sidetracked by work, stress, weather, PMS, socializing......you name it, it derails me.  I envy those people who can just focus.  No discussion.  No negotiation.  No over-thinking.  No options.  Just do it.

But that's not me, and I'm working with what I've got.  However, I'm very optimistic because the sun is getting warmer every day, the snow is melting (for now, at least) and we only have another 4 weeks of winter.  Spring changes everything!

On other notes, I'm obsessed with Downton Abbey.  Have you been watching? Some of the cast were on Letterman last week.

And I saw Ryan Reynolds and Denzil Washington in Safehouse.  Aweosme suspense movie.  Go see it if you need some beefcake to brighten up your holiday weekend.

Weekly weigh in

Jae and I have been slackin' here a bit.   I think because it's February and winter seems to go sooooo slow.    Ya, I'm sticking to that :)

Results:   -.4
Total:  -7.4 lbs.

I'm also off track.   Way to much socializing last week and weekend.    How does everyone else cope with all the socializing?     And then with that much socializing, comes the fatigue, and well we all know what happens when fatigue sets in.

Here's a little inspiration that caught my eye on favorite site these days (Pinterest):

 

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Happy Tuesday my friends,

Pushups!

Workout:  Wednesday - nada,  Thursday - lower body + treadmill

I love pushups.  They make me feel powerful.  Strong.  Queen of the Universe.

Here's two of my favorite ladies doing pushups.  Enjoy!

I'm Stylin'

I made a decision this week that it is important to ""design a life I love".    What does this mean exactly?   It means I'm tired of whining about my corporate job that doesn't feed any of my creativity..   You see, I am a Leo, and Leo's tend to be artistic (well according to Astrology Zone).

"Leo is considered to be one of the most creative signs (along with Pisces)"

So, I signed up to be a Stylist with Stella and Dot.    I love all things beautiful, I love beautiful and unique jewellery, I am very social (which is why my day job is so boring), I love women and female energy, I am in a sales career so figure I have some transferable skills, and dammit, I AM CREATIVE.

So, won't you come and visit me over at Stella and Dot?   The spring line is out, and it's so so so pretty.  I can't wait to be sporting some of this lovliness myself soon.

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