It's been a while, a long while since I've written, but I'm back in the saddle again, as you can see from my photo!
Over the past couple of weeks, the we went through our annual SHARE fundraising event. Health-wise, it means a lot of stress, energy expediture and food, food, food! Folks are very kind in bringing in all sorts of food and goodies, and when you're running on fumes, no exercise and less sleep, it's easy to grab a paw-full of M&Ms and coffee and fly through the day--which I did on more than one occasion. Oh, and I haven't said, that I have started my doctorate, and had a major paper due just two days after SHARE. Becky, our Office Administrator at WRMB noticed that I have a tendency to crave sweets when I'm in a "creative mode," either writing or producing. I've noticed that she is right! I'll have to watch for those types of triggers.
After a week of such intense work during SHARE, it's always time for a long nap on the weekend, and a recommitment to more sane diet the following Monday.
The Monday after for me was rather exciting as well, as I had an appointment with Dr. Tara Stock to review the bloodwork I had done. While I had not lost any weight to speak of, the very excellent news is that my triglycerides had gone down about 50 points. WOW! All that oatmeal is helping! Dr. Stock was very pleased, and I am too. It encourages me to keep working at my health goals.
Over the past couple of weeks, the we went through our annual SHARE fundraising event. Health-wise, it means a lot of stress, energy expediture and food, food, food! Folks are very kind in bringing in all sorts of food and goodies, and when you're running on fumes, no exercise and less sleep, it's easy to grab a paw-full of M&Ms and coffee and fly through the day--which I did on more than one occasion. Oh, and I haven't said, that I have started my doctorate, and had a major paper due just two days after SHARE. Becky, our Office Administrator at WRMB noticed that I have a tendency to crave sweets when I'm in a "creative mode," either writing or producing. I've noticed that she is right! I'll have to watch for those types of triggers.
After a week of such intense work during SHARE, it's always time for a long nap on the weekend, and a recommitment to more sane diet the following Monday.
The Monday after for me was rather exciting as well, as I had an appointment with Dr. Tara Stock to review the bloodwork I had done. While I had not lost any weight to speak of, the very excellent news is that my triglycerides had gone down about 50 points. WOW! All that oatmeal is helping! Dr. Stock was very pleased, and I am too. It encourages me to keep working at my health goals.
4 comments:
Wow, you're doing great Jennifer! My name is Gwen and I am a listener to WRMB. What a blessing the station is to so many. Thank you for all you are doing.
I too have been on a journey towards a healthier lifestyle and am always happy to see others making great strides. I've seen a drop in blood pressure from somewhere around the 160's over 80's to 120's over 70's so it's very exciting. I'm having to buy new clothes for work as I've dropped about 3 sizes now. Oh darn!! Keep up the good work and if you ever get a chance come visit me at my blog site: http://www.myblog-gwen.blogspot.com/
Hi, Jennifer! Your name sounds so familiar to me when I read it over at the Women of Moderation forum. You posted for readers to come visit your blog and that's why I'm here!
I read your blog from the beginning and have enjoyed it. I know life gets busy and other distractions, but I hope you will stay in the saddle and keep us updated on your progress with Women of Moderation.
I am just now starting. I went to Midday Connection's website after looking for a porgram which I'd heard part of on Wednesday afternoon. While looking through the Past Programs, I saw the Women of Moderation broadcasts. So I've listened to the first 2 or 3 broadcasts and would like to get the book and join you all in this walk to get closer to God and shed some of the burdens I've been carrying. We women have so much on our minds, don't we?
I look forward to hearing more from you here on your blog. Now that I've read your entire blog, I'm back to the forums over at Women of Moderation to catch up on the study. :)
Good to "meet" you!
you look awesome! hope all is well, i had to check in on you to make sure you weren't stirring up too much trouble (ha ha).
LOVE that pic of your mom. it's fantastic, i miss her, such a blessing to be able to meet such a wonderful person. apple don't (sic) fall far from the tree!
love to you all-
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Hey Jen,
You look good. I have been working on more exercise by walking to school since I found a route that only takes 15 minutes and goes through a nice residential area instead of busy streets. Of course, listening to WRMB on the way helps too.
I'm having oatmeal more often too. As a single, sometimes I have it for dinner! with raisins or a spoon of peach preserves.
Hope to see you at church dinner sometime. I'll eat your dessert for you - after all, walking burns lots of calories, right?
Henny
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