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OMG a weekend



Last weekend I had no weekend as I was fully engrossed in projects, work and work projects. Somehow I trooped through the week and survived. Lo and behold...a weekend appeared and as far as I can see- it's MINES. MY weekend. Much needed too. I forsee cat snuggling, naps and my usual house stuff... hopefully disc golf. Definitely need to start a painting. I signed a contract to a new virtual show in the Fall and need to get new work rolling.

I have graduated from Phase 1 of Metabolic Renewal and start Phase 2 next week! Super proud of myself for not missing one workout and watching my strength increase. So far I've lost 3 lbs and inches just about everywhere. One of my favorite pairs of undies is loose 😳 and some drawstring pants I used to slip on- now need their drawstring tightened because they keep slipping down. Whaaa? 

Last workout of Phase 1. It was a butt kicking. It's basically a 15 minute workout on M, W, F with walking done on all the days you can make it happen. It totally makes you SWEAT and taps into some stuff deep inside you. 

Who's this smiling person? Smiling at work nonetheless! Two coworkers had just plied compliments and appreciation on me. They are glad I am there and make the workplace better. They applauded my work and positive personality. I truly think your "good vibes" can be contagious and definitely affect those around you. I don't walk around mired in a bunch of "mind poop" or negative thought. I make an effort to be PRESENT and MINDFUL when I'm in anyone's presence. I think that makes a world of difference. People can feel your good vibes.

So my treat for a hard week of reporting to everyone's fires and not resting or playing... Crispy shrimp salad for dinner last night 🤤🦐
I actually only ate half and the rest will be today's lunch. I'm making healthier eating choices and am feeling lighter by the day. I also invested in a cheap but thick foam mat for my workouts. My treat to myself. My old 10...15 year old thin yoga mat has served me well but needed an upgrade for these old knees. I'm realizing I never buy a damn thing for myself and use things till they fall apart and die. Will definitely need new undies if this exercise keeps working it's magic. 😂
 Up early for morning mileage and sweat... Seeing the scale move down a pound yesterday just renewed my vigor to keep at it. I'm trying to reach a healthy goal weight more in sync with my size and stature. Got a ways to go but progress is progress. Happy Saturday! Hope we all get what we want out of the weekend!


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  1. UnknownJuly 25, 2020 at 8:54 AM

    Yay for a weekend!! But...are those hushpuppies in that salad? I miss hushpuppies!

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    1. fuzzbuzzJuly 26, 2020 at 2:27 AM

      Those are most definitely hush puppies! 😋I was pleasantly surprised too because I secretly wanted hush puppies! 😂

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