Probably the highlight of my weekend is the fact that the sun has been shining. I know- something simple, yet something that has made such a huge difference in how I feel. I’m finding myself with more energy, even though I know that I need to start exercising and eating well on a regular basis. I was doing ok- but things took a southerly turn recently. Tomorrow is a new day and I find myself with new-found inspiration and energy. I’m not ready to start swinging from the chandeliers, but I know that every good choice is a step in the right direction. I’ve been getting the rest that I need, now it’s time to start soaring.
March 6, 2011
February 19, 2011
Calgon- Take Me Away
I know that title is part of an old commercial, but right now that’s exactly how I feel. For someone who has had a pretty easy day so far, I’m actually feeling a little stressed. Marcel has to work tonight and has been sleeping, which means I have to keep all the 4-legged members of the family quiet. JJ hasn’t wanted to cooperate and once I got him quiet, Mister M. has decided to start meowing like crazy.
With days like today, the best supplements for weight loss isn’t working out, but chasing after the animals. I don’t know how people with children do it. As much as I would have loved children when I was younger and as much as I adore everyone elses little ones- it’s probably a good thing I never had any, for sanity’s sake.
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November 25, 2010
On The Bright Side
Being sick the past few days has been like having the natural fat burners for women. Having a sore throat has meant that I only want warm liquids and I have really struggled to have any type of appetite. One of my antibiotics has to be taken with food, so this morning instead of oats I had a banana. I feel as though I’ve shed a few pounds, and that’s one positive thing about being sick.
November 23, 2010
Screeching Halt
When we arrived home- we hit the ground running and haven’t stopped. I will admit that I was feeling a bit overwhelmed a few days ago, but I had places to go and people to see, so kept moving on.
Yesterday that grinded to a complete halt when I started feeling like I was coming down with something. By yesterday afternoon I was feeling as though I’d been hit by a truck, and today I’m waiting to find out if I can see the doctor. I guess this is my body’s way of saying it’s time to slow down.
I’ve been sick more this year than in a long time. I’m not sure why, but I’m definitely wanting to change it.
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October 28, 2010
Should Have Known
The past couple of days my hormones have been on a major rampage and wouldn’t you know it- yesterday ‘that time’ showed up and at least I understood why I’ve been so much more emotional than usual. I know- for any guy who may be reading this, you really don’t want to know about girly things, but you can always choose to skip this entry. I’ve known that I’m going through peri-menapause for a while, but the hormones (or lack thereof) get uglier every month. I know it sounds crazy, but I honestly feel like Jeckyll and Hyde at some points.
Along with this has come some pretty nasty cramps to the point of me taking Tylenol with Codeine to get relief. I have to do it every month and all I can say is Thank the Lord for it otherwise I’d probably be driven to drink haha. Marcel literally laughed out loud today when I looked at him and told him that I thought I’d be having my period Thanksgiving night and how with cramps like these it would hinder my ‘Midnight Madness’ shopping spree at the outlet. I know, stop shaking your head- I seriously love that Midnight Madness shopping THAT much that I don’t want anything to get in my way.
October 15, 2010
The Outside is Evident to the Inside
I’ve been thinking a lot lately about health, fitness and the fact that I seem to have lost my way when it comes to exercise. I know why- there’s no doubt about it that the fact that my lack of motivation is evident of the emotional turmoil I’ve been struggling with most of this year. It wouldn’t matter which weight loss pill reviews that I read, because until I work through what needs to be worked through- I’ll continue to struggle. Don’t get me wrong- I’m not on a binge or anything like that- but I’ve always had a weakness for sugar and that continues. I know I’ll get my ‘groove’ back, but I also know that it isn’t about the food, but about what’s going on inside my heart and head. If you’re struggling- I’m sure the same is true for you as well.
To Whom It May Concern
I don’t know about you other bloggers out there, but I get a LOT of comment spam from people wanting or thinking they are going to get some free product advertisement on this site. Let me be the first to tell you- it ain’t happening.
Someone asked me (via a spam comment) how I keep SPAM comments off this blog- As you can see ‘person’- your comment was not approved and was delivered promptly into the spam garbage can. In spite if you attempting to disguise your advertising as an actual comment- it still isn’t allowed, so off to the garbage can it went.
So to answer your question- that’s how I get rid of spamming. I simply don’t allow it. Advertising is possible on this site- and you’re always welcome to contact me at info@ this site dot com (througthetulips.com) in order to inquire. It won’t happen through comments though- not as long as I have anything to say about it.
October 8, 2010
Life Lessons
I’ve been in the midst of some pretty tumultuous waters lately and I have to say that it has had me feeling pretty much on edge constantly. What I realized after about a week and a half is that I had become so overwhelmed with everything that was happening and the negativity of others that all I could seem to focus on was the turmoil. I knew there were good things in my life simply because I know I am blessed, but at that particular point, it took a lot to see them.
Why? Because my focus was on the wrong thing.
The waters have since calmed a bit. I suspect that the tide will always be high, the rip-current ready to drag me under, but the only difference is that now I’m prepared. I learned a valuable lesson and I will carry it within my heart and remind myself of what I’ve learned time and time again.
1- Someone elses reality isn’t necessarily my own.
2- Focus on the positive, and let the rest go.
I will definitely need to remind myself of this time and time again- but awareness is everything.
September 17, 2010
Doctor Doctor
I think I’ve finally decided that I’m going to have to go to the dermatologist about my skin. I’ve been having breakouts for quite some time now and it will clear up only to turn around and break out again. I’m not doing anything crazy- I’m getting enough water and not eating horribly. I’m fairly certain that it’s hormonal and I am hoping there is something that can be done about it.
The crazy thing is that I was emailing with an old high school friend the other day and she was wanting to know where to get the best anti wrinkle cream and here I am wanting to know how to keep my face from breaking out. She has perfect skin, but yet she does have a few wrinkles and yet my skin has little blemishes here and there and there isn’t a wrinkle in sight. Isn’t that odd?
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Alone-
I have several friends who have felt very alone lately and have retreated within themselves. One in particular that I’ve known most of my life is struggling and yet I can’t reach her. I’ve offered an ear, and yet no matter how much I encourage and try to share with her the value that she has as a human being simply because she’s alive- she doesn’t see it.
I know what it’s like to feel alone. There are times when I feel that way and honestly times when I would prefer to be alone. I need the balance. I adore people and love being around them but yet sometimes I need to spend time with myself and the thoughts that dwell within.
Another great friend that I know online wrote something that I read yesterday and I couldn’t help but smile. He’s an amazing writer and he wrote about how he’s sick of so many things. He put it all out there and he also wrote that he just needs to get it out, so that he can continue to move forward. That’s what I do. I’m a sensitive soul and sometimes things really bother me. I spew it to someone and then find a way to process and accept things for what they are and move forward. I’ve learned that moving backwards serves absolutely no purpose.
I’m not sure if the friends I mentioned read this. They could, but I don’t know. What I do know is that if I could use a magic wand and take their pains and struggles away I would, but it doesn’t work that way. I can be a friend. I can offer suggestions and even be there to listen, but to regain your self worth and see your true value to yourself and to others- you’re going to have to do the legwork. Just remember- in spite of what you may think. You are never alone.
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