Okay, so dad I have been counting numbers for 2 full weeks: dad carbs and I, calories.
Dad's sugar levels were up & down throughout the holidays, so he has been much more careful and it really keeps his levels even.
I have stayed under 1,500 calories, no cheating, I promise, for 2 full weeks, and lost 1/2 lb.
And I am exercising.
What the pie am I doing wrong?
How many calories should an old lady like me have per day? Is 1,500 still too much?
I haven't even had any chocolate at all, or not a single cookie. I only weigh myself on Fridays, so I don't get discouraged.
Tadah! Today is Friday, and I am discouraged and ever so tempted to just go buy some m&ms.
Dad says I look thinner, but?
Any suggestions out there?
Why do all these new diets on all the popular TV shows say, "lose 5 lbs in a week"?
That must be when you are young and under 50.
I told dad I would do it for one month, as it is hard to count everything, especially when you cook from scratch like we do. We add it all together and actually use measuring cups to see how much we are eating.
Dad is doing great! And he weighs less than me, so sad.
Friday, January 28, 2011
Thursday, January 27, 2011
Pathfinder
I can't even think of the last time that I book I read inspired me this much! I am not saying the book was one of those, entertaining- I can't put it down kinds.
It made me want to be a better person, to discipline myself more, to learn more, to gain more skills and develop more talents. It encouraged me to keep studying scriptures and gaining knowledge.
It was hard to follow in some cases, (maybe not for some of you, but for me), so I may actually read it again.
I love the was the author throws in deep Mormon doctrine here and there.
I love books about time travel, as I know it is a real concept and just another dimension.
Great read!
It made me want to be a better person, to discipline myself more, to learn more, to gain more skills and develop more talents. It encouraged me to keep studying scriptures and gaining knowledge.
It was hard to follow in some cases, (maybe not for some of you, but for me), so I may actually read it again.
I love the was the author throws in deep Mormon doctrine here and there.
I love books about time travel, as I know it is a real concept and just another dimension.
Great read!
Monday, January 24, 2011
Favorites 2011
Yeah, I don't know if these count as 2010 favorites late or what. But here are the results of last night's FHE festivities:
Speed passed due to his non-ability to say anything besides "dada", "baba", and "mama" (which he only says when he's really upset).
Risa also played but I never got her paper and I didn't want to try to just remember them because I'd probably get them wrong and say her favorite fictional character was Bella Swan. And then she'd have to throw a pencil at my head. :-D
| Bret | Tevia | |
| Color | Red | Green |
| Animal | Otter | Horse |
| Actor/Actress | Angelina Jolie | Chris Evans |
| Food | Chicken Tikka Masala | Mexican Food |
| Fictional Character | Boba Fett | NOT ANSWERED |
| Item of Clothing | Basketball shorts | Workout Clothes |
| Weapon | Lightsaber | Mace |
| Instrument | Drum | Piano |
| Candy Bar | Kit Kat | Reeses PB Cup |
| Media Type | Books | Books |
| Jarek | Malik | |
| Color | Red | Ceurlean |
| Animal | Cheetah | Lion |
| Actor/Actress | Jack Black | NOT ANSWERED |
| Food | Homemade Cruchy Tacos | Bacon & Sausage |
| Fictional Character | Tom Dennis Fitzgerald | Oshawat |
| Item of Clothing | Turtlenecks | Socks |
| Weapon | Laser Scythe Three Blaster Extension | M.O.A.B. (Mother of All Bombs) |
| Instrument | Crash Cymbals | Electricity |
| Candy Bar | Nestle Crunch | Hershey Bar |
| Media Type | Books | Nintendo |
| Enok | Hazel | |
| Color | Green | Purple |
| Animal | Sheep | Horsie |
| Actor/Actress | NOT ANSWERED | Tom Kenny (voice of Spongebob) |
| Food | Noodles | Fruit Snacks |
| Fictional Character | Mario | Dora |
| Item of Clothing | Shirt & Pants | Happy Birthday Shirt |
| Weapon | Gun | Eek |
| Instrument | NOT ANSWERED | Drums |
| Candy Bar | Chocolate Bar | Milky Way |
| Media Type | NOT ANSWERED | TV |
| Jacob | Cari | |
| Color | Orange | Green |
| Animal | Water Monitor | Tarsier |
| Actor/Actress | Steve Zahn | Chris Pine |
| Food | Pastrami | Alfredo |
| Fictional Character | Boba Fett "Purple Rage" | Meliara (from Crown Duel) |
| Item of Clothing | Cleats | Cashmere Robe |
| Weapon | Cerebral Bore | Disk (from Tron) |
| Instrument | Piano | Oboe |
| Candy Bar | Charleston Chew | Toffee Bar |
| Media Type | Video Games | Books |
| Jimmy | Kathy | |
| Color | Blue | Blue |
| Animal | Orca | Dolphin |
| Actor/Actress | Denzel Washington | Will Smith |
| Food | Pizza | Pizza |
| Fictional Character | Maverick (from Top Gun) | Hermione or Yoshi |
| Item of Clothing | PJ Pants | Hoodie & Jeans |
| Weapon | Javelin (the missile launcher) | RCP 90 |
| Instrument | Piano | Piano |
| Candy Bar | Cookies & Cream Bar | Almond Joy |
| Media Type | Movies | Books |
Speed passed due to his non-ability to say anything besides "dada", "baba", and "mama" (which he only says when he's really upset).
Risa also played but I never got her paper and I didn't want to try to just remember them because I'd probably get them wrong and say her favorite fictional character was Bella Swan. And then she'd have to throw a pencil at my head. :-D
Sunday, January 16, 2011
agog with the blog
I was forgetting some things about our last desert trips. Blog at the rescue! Easy to find the 2007, 2008, and 2009 accounts. Fun to read. I highly suggest reading them. Bret used the word saudade to describe the 2007 one. Cool! Malik, do you remember Luke and how you became good friends? Cari, the picture of Hazel peaking out of the tent is adorable. And who can forget Jacob trying to roast a pineapple, and Millie roasting some candy. And Andy's fall, and the rescue. The pictures, the dirt, the wind, the memories!
Looking forward to it!
Looking forward to it!
Saturday, January 15, 2011
Tom
We woke up this morning with this written in the snow. Ha ha, yes, I miss Tommy so much, but I didn't do it!
It just so happens the neighbors little boy is Tom.
It just so happens the neighbors little boy is Tom.
Thursday, January 13, 2011
Good old Orson Scott Card
The last 3 books I read, I just could not get into them. I didn't finish 2, and forced myself to finish the Sisters Grimm, which I was given for Christmas. It sounded like it would be creative and fun. I could have written it better myself in 2 days.
So, I am between book club books, so I picked up the book Bret or Jacob got dad, Pathfinder. (Sorry, I forget who, and dad is not here to ask)
Now we're talking! I have only read 2 chapters, and I am enjoying it. I must like Orson's style. He already brought out time/space travel stuff, which I always enjoy.
And a new secret skill that I have not seen before!
And, a new concept to me about how they kept a calendar, which has totally intrigued me. I want to do it!
So happy again to be reading a book I like.
Our book club was picked by Bruce Hawks, for the couples month in Feb, so husbands are to join us. Dad read it. I couldn't make it through. All Quiet on the Western Front. War, sadness, horrible graphic details, ugh. Several men in our ward have told me to finish it because it is quite philosophical. Too bad. They can just tell me about it without me having to read it all.
Our next book I get to pick, and I am choosing Fablehaven, even though I read it. We need a nice, easy read after this, and most of the mothers have wanted to read it anyways. And dad wants to also someday.
He has started the book by the Historian of West Point, who is a Mormon, and on our high council. He wrote one of those fictional histories, called "Called to Serve". I think it is about the Mormon battalion. He is liking it so far.
So, I am between book club books, so I picked up the book Bret or Jacob got dad, Pathfinder. (Sorry, I forget who, and dad is not here to ask)
Now we're talking! I have only read 2 chapters, and I am enjoying it. I must like Orson's style. He already brought out time/space travel stuff, which I always enjoy.
And a new secret skill that I have not seen before!
And, a new concept to me about how they kept a calendar, which has totally intrigued me. I want to do it!
So happy again to be reading a book I like.
Our book club was picked by Bruce Hawks, for the couples month in Feb, so husbands are to join us. Dad read it. I couldn't make it through. All Quiet on the Western Front. War, sadness, horrible graphic details, ugh. Several men in our ward have told me to finish it because it is quite philosophical. Too bad. They can just tell me about it without me having to read it all.
Our next book I get to pick, and I am choosing Fablehaven, even though I read it. We need a nice, easy read after this, and most of the mothers have wanted to read it anyways. And dad wants to also someday.
He has started the book by the Historian of West Point, who is a Mormon, and on our high council. He wrote one of those fictional histories, called "Called to Serve". I think it is about the Mormon battalion. He is liking it so far.
Wednesday, January 12, 2011
Kindness
Monday Tevia was not feeling well so I decided to work from home in order to help support her andgive her more opportunity to rest and get well. One way to help was to take the boys to school. We don’t live too far from the school, but because school starts so early (7:30) and our boys are a little slow, we often drive them to the corner so they don’t have to walk as far. They always walk home, but mornings can be tough so early.
I drove the back way up two streets and we laughed as we talked about the day and how they should be good and kind, etc. As usual they were so full of energy and love and we kissed and hugged and I watched as they started towards the school. After a few yards I noticed Malik was having some struggles carrying his violin case. He had a big jacket on and his backpack and trying to keep the violin in hand and walk quickly to the school was a challenge for him. As I watched I thought of how such a simple task can be so difficult for some people. But he wasn’t complaining or crying, but you could see he kept adjusting it and trying to find the best way to hold it. I wished that I could get out and carry it for him. But I didn’t think he would appreciate his dad getting out of the car and then taking his violin. Maybe he would have liked that – but I didn’t.
And then I saw Jarek walk over to him and without a word take the violin case out of his hand and carryit for him. This small act of love nearly brought me to tears as I watched Jarek – who isn’t all that much bigger or stronger – sacrifice for his little brother. He did it with a smile as they walked up the sidewalk. I marveled at the kindness of the gesture – and at the ability Jarek had to even notice an opportunity to help. I was touched that our children care for each other and despite their weaknesses look for opportunities to serve. Jarek didn’t know I was watching him. Carrying the violin would have been nearly as difficult for Jarek as it was for Malik. But he did it to help his brother and show his love for him.
As I drove home I was grateful for that small experience. I thought about it often as I went through the day and decided I need to look for more opportunities to serve those around me. You can learn a lot from your kids.
I drove the back way up two streets and we laughed as we talked about the day and how they should be good and kind, etc. As usual they were so full of energy and love and we kissed and hugged and I watched as they started towards the school. After a few yards I noticed Malik was having some struggles carrying his violin case. He had a big jacket on and his backpack and trying to keep the violin in hand and walk quickly to the school was a challenge for him. As I watched I thought of how such a simple task can be so difficult for some people. But he wasn’t complaining or crying, but you could see he kept adjusting it and trying to find the best way to hold it. I wished that I could get out and carry it for him. But I didn’t think he would appreciate his dad getting out of the car and then taking his violin. Maybe he would have liked that – but I didn’t.
And then I saw Jarek walk over to him and without a word take the violin case out of his hand and carryit for him. This small act of love nearly brought me to tears as I watched Jarek – who isn’t all that much bigger or stronger – sacrifice for his little brother. He did it with a smile as they walked up the sidewalk. I marveled at the kindness of the gesture – and at the ability Jarek had to even notice an opportunity to help. I was touched that our children care for each other and despite their weaknesses look for opportunities to serve. Jarek didn’t know I was watching him. Carrying the violin would have been nearly as difficult for Jarek as it was for Malik. But he did it to help his brother and show his love for him.
As I drove home I was grateful for that small experience. I thought about it often as I went through the day and decided I need to look for more opportunities to serve those around me. You can learn a lot from your kids.
Tuesday, January 04, 2011
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