Petals diary

The soup was delicious and the kids and their friends polished it off . We went for a mountain hike . Lots of different mushrooms growing , it wax like a smurf village .
I had a really nice day today . Tired now
 
LaMaria said:
Autumn hikes are the best. I'm loving the fairytale atmosphere right now!
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LaMa I totally love autumn . Right now the trees are turning to a red orange and many leaves are falling . It's lovely walking through the falling leaves . It was such a lovely warm day yesterday. It was lovely to see the water returned to the river beds and the waterfall gushing again.

I'm missing my friend a lot. I don't mention much because I just start to cry but I do .
 
Your walk sounds magical. I hope you do let yourself have a cry now and then in memory of your friend. I got really stressed out the other day and sat down and cried, and just that made things so much better. Sometimes it's just good to acknowledge how you are really feeling and let it out!
 
Thank you all . Way too tired too read everyone diary tonight . Went for a walk with my neighbor and the moon was just stunning . Beautiful yellow and crystal clear sky . Made me feel good to be alive
 
Wow, moonlight walk! Must do that soon, it's been way too long. Sounds so amazing!! Hope you sleep great. Goodnight!
 
Good morning , yes it was a perfect night to walk .
I'm looking At all the diets various people on here are doing and all having good results . I'm just exercising lots and watching my calorie intake and choosing healthier choices.
I was wondering could I change things up a bit for myself but I'm happier in myself doing as I am even as I said in cates diary if it takes 3 years. Let's hope it's a bit quicker than that .
For me I have been on a weight loss journey now for 35 years on and off. In all that time I don't think I was ever truly happy with my weight but at this point in my life I can say I'm happier in my own skin . And I think it's more because I'm not in a diet frame of mind and as a result I am eating better , getting exercise regularly because I'm enjoying it and not trying to hit a number for a weigh in class .
The one thing I'm really focusing on is trying to feel healthier and I know I need to cut out more sugar but I'm doing pretty well and hopefully will continue to make even better choices .
 
That's so wonderful feeling happy in your own skin and taking things at your own pace! And I love what LaMa said about doing what works for long term. I think that is what I am trying to figure out for me. I didn't eat that much junk food over the last few years (cut out most simple carbs and sugar), but was still slowly gaining weight. So you have definitely helped me to get exercising and I am in the midst of figuring out how to do that consistently. I also think my body is one that can't have too many carbs, healthy or otherwise (which I have been reading is the case for some people), so that is why I am trying a lower carb diet. But I don't think it is necessarily the right choice for everyone. I think we are all different and all find what works for our individual circumstances, bodies, and activity levels. So I agree about those classes that treat everyone as essentially the same person. I don't think cookie cutter works for me either, and I am glad you are doing what motivates you and makes you healthier and happier!!!
 
Thanks Marsia
I just didn't have time to catch up here last couple of days . One reason is I have decided I can't use the website on my phone . It hurts my eyes and is hard to navigate so I'm limited now to my bedroom to type on the iPad .
Also I was away last night to a show and got home ultra late .
Today I wasn't in great form . Felt tired ( late night) , felt low mood and really could weep at anything .
Feel a little better now I think . Plus side been eating well enough . As I was away yesterday I missed out on my exercise and perhaps foolishly today I haven't done much because I didn't feel well but I'm going to go wash hair and have nice warm shower and try have an early night .
I love each time now I get a low mood ( well I don't love that but ) I don't automatically think I have to eat to lift it . Certainly am more mindful of things .
Have a few plans for the weekend one is cleaning my bedroom . It's bit dusty and could do with a bit more decluttering . Also back to the exercise from tomorrow .
Think that's all my thoughts of the day
 
cate said:
I think being in a really good headspace & "not in a diet frame of mind" is serving you well. "If it ain't broke, don't fix it" :)
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Thanks Cate I suspect it could do with some tweaking but I'm a work in progress . Like us all we will get there

LaMaria said:
Marvelous work. The only thing that works long term is something you DO long term. And that's what you're working on.
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Yes LaMa this to me is a very long journey but you know I'm enjoying it all with you lot . Makes it incredibly worthwhile
 
I missed you the last few days and wondered if you were getting some time to grieve and just let out all the feelings. I hope so!! Nice you are just relaxing and nurturing yourself!!!!

It's so fantastic to hear you are not turning to food for emotional eating. That's especially great with all the stress. You're doing so good!

I'm really happy to be included in this group. It's really special and supportive! Big hugs, and so glad you are taking care of yourself!
 
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