Learning to breathe…
Happy Sunday all!
Wow… I sit here today with a strange feeling in my gut…One I havent felt in a while…
I think its excitement…And determination…
For those new to me, I am a very recent transplant from Central Ohio to Orlando Florida. And to say the least, its been a very emotional transition.
Thanks to those of you who shared your stories with me, and especially to my very special Soul Sister, Miss Jo…She has already travled the road I am now on, in more than just one way. And knowing I am not alone has been a GOD SEND. Truly. I have been very very depressed since my move. I miss my dogs. I miss my friends. I miss my family.
I have no one here but my boyfriend Brian. He is great, but when he goes to work, man, do I feel lonely. Like a friendless teenager…
I had to keep reminding myself yesterday that this is NOT new, but its been 15 years since I have felt this.
This lack of friends…
When I first moved to Central Ohio, I had no one but my then husband…And it was only through my jobs, that I made the circle of wonderful friends I now have. So I had to keep reminding myself yesterday that PATIENCE is my friend. That once I get a job, and start getting out, the friendships will find their way to me. I had to keep reminding myself that I have only been here 6 days…Even God needed 7 to do what he does! HAH…
So, I am learning. Learning to be patient. Learning to let go. Learning to breath…
Tomorrow starts my grand RELAUNCH. Thats right. I am officially relaunching myself back into this game.
I have been out of it for about a month due to moving and various other excuses.
No more.
I took a walk last night around my neighborhood. Feeling good. Feeling ready to at least control one aspect of my life right now…
My goal is simple. I would like to lose 40 pounds by June 09. More would be great, less would be unacceptable.
This is a realistic goal for me. Would put me back to where I was a year and a half ago, plus a bit lower. Its not my utlimate goal, just my first goal.
To acheive this, I am going to go back to keeping my food journal daily. Exercise for an hour daily. And, just as soon as I can financially arrange it, I am rejoinging Weight Watchers.
Two reasons. First, it has worked for me in the past. And Second, it will also help me make new friends with like minded interests.
It feels good to have a goal. To have a mission. I am excited to get this relaunch, LAUNCHED…
Take care all!!!
Abd you can do it, Dawnie! Take this time to really refocus and concentrate on YOU and what YOU need! Good luck to you! Hugs!
I love your blog today! Very inspirational. I love your attitude! Can’t wait for your relaunch girl. I would love to be there to see you lose the 40. Have a great day.
Wishing you all the best as you RELAUNCH!
Best of luck to you! You can do it!! Take care.
You said:
“I had to keep reminding myself that I have only been here 6 days…Even God needed 7 to do what he does! HAH…”
I love that despite the craziness and uncertainty you have kept your sense of humor…I am smiling from ear to ear! Thanks for the shout out and you know, TALK to me, let me know how you’re feeling, I may not be THERE with you PHYSICALLY, but you do have a friend, more than one I am sure of it!!
I love that as soon as you have the finances you will go back to WW, you’re right, it will help you make like-minded friends, and losing weight would be an added bonus! LOL!!
And last but not least, ENJOY the time off from work, I know that part is tough specially when the bills arrive, but seriously, how often in life do we get an opportunity to NOT be tied down to a job? So however long it takes, 2 days or in my case months, make a GENUINE EFFORT to enjoy the time off!!
I’m with you on the goals, you have my e-mail in case you need a littled added support on top of BS!!
And thanks for the shout-out, I love you lots, Dawnie, you’ve been a good friend to me and I would love to return the favor!