Petals diary
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Petal001
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Thanks Cate, Em and LaMa . Yesterday I did a mammoth clean up and kept my sis in law company virtually as her child had surgery . ( went ok ) . Puts everything into perspective really . Today I am going to relax a little and do some visits later this afternoon .
We are going a bit non traditional this year on food and today we are having leftover bolagnese from yesterday . Tomorrow roast rib of beef. Everything will be simple and thevaim is for me not to be standing over the cooker . Have guests on Sunday so it will be a little busier .
Wishing everyone here a happy and healthy Christmas .
Like LaMa even though this year has been unusual and strange I feel I have come along way with self development , I enjoyed lots of the year , loved having my kids home ( mostly !) , even though work was tough and hard I dealt with it well and achieved more than ever , I walked lots , ate healthier most of the time and I feel ready to tackle 2021 with even more gusto and determination than I did 2020 .
We are going a bit non traditional this year on food and today we are having leftover bolagnese from yesterday . Tomorrow roast rib of beef. Everything will be simple and thevaim is for me not to be standing over the cooker . Have guests on Sunday so it will be a little busier .
Wishing everyone here a happy and healthy Christmas .
Like LaMa even though this year has been unusual and strange I feel I have come along way with self development , I enjoyed lots of the year , loved having my kids home ( mostly !) , even though work was tough and hard I dealt with it well and achieved more than ever , I walked lots , ate healthier most of the time and I feel ready to tackle 2021 with even more gusto and determination than I did 2020 .
alligatorob
Respected Member
Merry X-mas Petal! Your plans sound perfect.
Someone may get a kick out of this, Johnny "Bowtie" Barstow is known as the worst recorded singer in history and he is at his best (worst) on the Christmas album. No disrespect meant.
Someone may get a kick out of this, Johnny "Bowtie" Barstow is known as the worst recorded singer in history and he is at his best (worst) on the Christmas album. No disrespect meant.
Cate
Long term member
I love this. Look out 2021, here comes Petal xoxo
Petal001
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Hi all sorry I dropped off the face off the internet . It was somewhat intentional as I just have completely reduced my screentime . Partly for health reasons . It does feel very liberating at times . I have noticed improvements in eyes and wrists and general well being .
I have started journaling which I am enjoying and realise my hsnd writing skills are abysmal. I am reading my books , walking loads and getting back into my healthy food zone this week. I didn't maintain as I wished but put on 2 lb but I am fine about it .
We are back in a crazy lockdown again but cases are crazy and hospitals are filling . My husbands main client has had to close which means my husband will be quiet now too for next 6 weeks . It's not nice . But he gave me a lovely compliment last night . I had made a roasted chicken dinner and when he came back in later I had left him out a slice of sugar free banana bread and he said that I have kept normality in our house since last March that there is always something to look forward to when he is coming in.
So this year for me much the same as last keep focused , look at the long term picture. My theme for this year is too RELAX
I have started journaling which I am enjoying and realise my hsnd writing skills are abysmal. I am reading my books , walking loads and getting back into my healthy food zone this week. I didn't maintain as I wished but put on 2 lb but I am fine about it .
We are back in a crazy lockdown again but cases are crazy and hospitals are filling . My husbands main client has had to close which means my husband will be quiet now too for next 6 weeks . It's not nice . But he gave me a lovely compliment last night . I had made a roasted chicken dinner and when he came back in later I had left him out a slice of sugar free banana bread and he said that I have kept normality in our house since last March that there is always something to look forward to when he is coming in.
So this year for me much the same as last keep focused , look at the long term picture. My theme for this year is too RELAX
That's lovely. Probably strenuous af to do but lovely to hear.
I’d look at that differently to Cate and LaMa. I think it’s a testament to the work you’ve put into improving your own health and mindset - you have got a lot stronger in yourself and it’s had a fantastic knock-on effect.
All sounds good to me Petal. Here’s to a great year ahead.
All sounds good to me Petal. Here’s to a great year ahead.
I love the compliment you got from your hubby. I think you are doing amazing with getting some relaxing in and not getting as stressed about things. I agree with Em about becoming your own rock, and that naturally helps the people around you. That's what I am hoping for myself as I learn to be more calm and accepting of things. It's certainly been the year for that, anyways! Happy New Year a little belated Petal, and big hugs!
Petal001
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LaMa sometimes it can be but I'm enjoying cooking right now , we get a take out maybe once a week now and kids do a bit too .
Being that dependable rock can be very tiring & I’m glad that you are aware that you need to also care for yourself
Cate yes but I am looking after myself more and intend to going forward.
Emily I really do feel like a different person . I definitely am a lot stronger and focussed . I know we are in strange times ( that's what everyone calls it here is it the same where you are ) but I'm content with life right now .
Thanks Marsia I think you are definitely a rock in your family . Big hugs back
Weekend is here , yay , it's -5 right now so hoping we will get out for a walk this afternoon . Not much planned as it's not allowed so housework, walk , reading , tv and maybe make chicken soup
That´s wonderful. Sometimes what doesn´t kill us does indeed make us stronger.
alligatorob
Respected Member
I am sure you are, it is pretty clear in your posts. You have made some great progress!
Always good to see you here, but I can understand limiting your "screen time". Post when it helps you, if you only need it infrequently that's fine.
That really comes across to me. What a great thing to be able to say about yourself. The world is your oyster Petal.
Cate
Long term member
Which is lovely xo
Petal001
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Hi lovelies
Sorry I have not been posting just not really getting around to it . I do read sometimes. Thankfully I am sleeping better and I used to post mainly early mornings but now that is when I am still sleeping .I had a busy couple of weeks . My husband was a casual contact of a covid case ( took some time to determine casual or close ) . the annoying thing was the casual contact knew his wife was being tested that day and did not isolate himself . He and his wife tested positive .
The month flew by . I have been really productive in work . I have walked every day bar 2 ( when weather really was just too grim ) . I have cooked healthy meals every day though sometimes it's hard to get the motivation but we have to eat and there is no junk around . I do have an odd sandwich on my grocery shopping day and we have a take out every couple of weeks .
I lost 1 lb during January so at this rate it will take me a year to shift my last 12 lbs lol . Tbh if I stay as I am and continue this way and don't fall back to old habits I will be happy enough .
I have been reading lots and watching tv a bit so getting my relaxing in which is my theme for the year . I also made a list of house jobs and admin jobs to do , no set time on most of them and it has helped me focus.
Other news , had dog back in vets for follow up . Tbh vet always stresses her out and she was sick after it but she seems ok again . Think we will avoid vets unless totally necessary. I am struggling a bit with this lockdown . I am feeling edgy now I am missing people and getting a bit suffocated at home . Husbands work is on pause so it is worrying . I am trying though to keep positive and the daily walking has become my medicine and my saviour .
That's about all for now . Here is to an uplifting February x
Sorry I have not been posting just not really getting around to it . I do read sometimes. Thankfully I am sleeping better and I used to post mainly early mornings but now that is when I am still sleeping .I had a busy couple of weeks . My husband was a casual contact of a covid case ( took some time to determine casual or close ) . the annoying thing was the casual contact knew his wife was being tested that day and did not isolate himself . He and his wife tested positive .
The month flew by . I have been really productive in work . I have walked every day bar 2 ( when weather really was just too grim ) . I have cooked healthy meals every day though sometimes it's hard to get the motivation but we have to eat and there is no junk around . I do have an odd sandwich on my grocery shopping day and we have a take out every couple of weeks .
I lost 1 lb during January so at this rate it will take me a year to shift my last 12 lbs lol . Tbh if I stay as I am and continue this way and don't fall back to old habits I will be happy enough .
I have been reading lots and watching tv a bit so getting my relaxing in which is my theme for the year . I also made a list of house jobs and admin jobs to do , no set time on most of them and it has helped me focus.
Other news , had dog back in vets for follow up . Tbh vet always stresses her out and she was sick after it but she seems ok again . Think we will avoid vets unless totally necessary. I am struggling a bit with this lockdown . I am feeling edgy now I am missing people and getting a bit suffocated at home . Husbands work is on pause so it is worrying . I am trying though to keep positive and the daily walking has become my medicine and my saviour .
That's about all for now . Here is to an uplifting February x