Hey all,
Things have been very exciting here. With the excitement has come a Fall Off the Wagon. It wasn't intentional and there wasn't much we could do about it.
In mid-June we decided we were FINALLY going to visit family this year. We knew that with visiting/vacationing it becomes very difficult to stay on track. For us, it's all the cookouts, activities and just plain busyness of visiting that keeps us off our game. I know, it's really no excuse. We decided before leaving that we would not fret about things since the focus of the trip was spending time with family.
Originally we were just going to be gone a week and a half, however, things changed. Chris had to go to Vegas a week before we were to leave for Indiana. With that and a few other family factors we decided that I would leave with the kids the day before Chris left for Vegas. This extended my and the kids Indiana vacation to two and half weeks. Chris was very sad not to be with us but it couldn't be helped and even though Chris wasn't with us he still had the challenge of eating appropriately and exercising in VEGAS! This proved to be a near impossibility.
Needless to say, after two and half weeks away from the everyday life that has become routine we gained a little weight. It was expected.
Before leaving for Indiana I was at 23 lbs lost. I weighed 206. When I returned I was bloated and pretty close to miserable. I had gained 4 lbs. To be honest I was thrilled it wasn't more but I knew I had work to do. Within a few short days I was back down to 207. I don't know what the deal was but I was happy.
While back home I was having some stomach issues. I attributed it to the change in diet and dismissed the pains that were keeping me up in the night. It really only happened one time but I had pain in my abdomen that woke me up in the night and kept me up. I had gas and felt bloated most days. I wasn't concerned and was concerned only with family.
We returned July 10 and got right back to eating right again and exercising. Like I said, I lost 3 lbs pretty fast. July 20 Chris and I went on a date...dinner and movie. we decided it was a splurge day and were not going to worry about what we ate. We went to an Italian restaurant where I chose, instead of pasta, a chicken dish that included veggies. It was delish and SOOOO high in calories. We also had bread and spinach artichoke dip. It was a very yummy little splurge. Later we went to see The Dark Knight Rises. Yes, we did get popcorn and soda. The movie was epic and the popcorn WONDERFUL! LOL
I had a feeling my stomach would revolt at some point, so I wasn't surprised to be woken up at 2:30 in the morning with stomach pains. I tried it all, from Tums to walking around to trying to sleep upright. It wasn't working. The pain was intense I was pacing in my living room contemplating what my next move would be. Around 4:30 I decided that the only thing I knew I could do was force myself to vomit.
And that's exactly what I did. Now, If you know me well, at all, you know that I will do anything to keep from vomiting. I hate it more than anything. So, the fact that I forced myself to do it should tell you how much at a loss I was. There was immediate relief! It was amazing... I, then, SLEPT!
I awoke a few hours later feeling a little better. There was still a residual ache. I ate an apple for breakfast and then it started all over again. The pain was unrelenting. I just knew it was something I ate. After suffering for hours I decided to call my Dad since he has had stomach issues. Around 4 pm he suggested I go to the hospital. I just couldn't do it! What if it was something stupid? Like indigestion or constipation. We could not afford a needless ER visit. So, I waited.
Soon after speaking with my Dad the pain radiated to my back. Now it was ALL the way around my body. I couldn't stand, or sit, or lie down, or walk around. I showered around 5:30 in hopes of a miracle. I was doubled over and in so much pain there were tears. At that point, Chris got his shoes and we left for the ER. I didn't fight or argue... I just got in the car. I'm pretty tough when it comes to pain but this was CRAZY! Chris later told me that when he saw the tears he knew it was time.
An ER visit, ultrasound, MRI, pain meds, blood work, IV, vital signs, shots, pills, all liquid diet and four days later I was on my way home after having my Gall Bladder removed. I had several stones that were causing my problems. Yeah, it sucked! The pain was the worst I've ever felt in my life, after the surgery, even worse than giving birth to my daughter without meds. I can't even begin to imagine what the bill will be. :(
So, I say all that to say.... It's been rough. We are trying to get back on track and we are getting there. I was happy that going to the doctor after the surgery I was only 208. As of today, I'm 205.4. I'm very happy with that. I can definitely feel my body changing and can't wait to get back into the FULL swing of things!
I apologize for the lengthy post! :)
Wednesday, August 1, 2012
Tuesday, June 12, 2012
Power 90 Days 47-53 with my New Zumba!
There are some things that need to be talked about and I need your help!
First things first:
We are currently one week from the 60 day mark! While this is exciting, I'm really dreading it due to the fact that I've seen very little progress since the day 30 weigh-in. It isn't possible that I've reached a plateau already, so it must be something I'm doing. If any reader has any advice I would really appreciate it.
I'm going to take another look at my eating habits. I think I'm doing okay, but I know sometimes I unknowingly eat things I shouldn't. Do I need to be taking supplements of some sort? IDK
I think our biggest mistakes have been "cheat" dinners occasionally. That may be where I need to get real and put a serious stop to.
Here's my average day:
Total water consumed: 60-80 ounces
Breakfast: protein shake
Snack: apple and string cheese with a coffee - 3 splenda and a little coffeemate
Lunch: Turkey wrap with lettuce tomato and mustard
Snack: fruit or nuts
Dinner: grilled chicken and veggies
I know there are a few other things but I can't think of them right now. I think each day averages between 1000 and 1200 calories.
Daily exercise:
45 min - 1 hour of walking in the morning
45 min - 1 hour of zumba in the morning
Alternating days of Power 90 sculpt and zumba cardio in the evening
I'm beginning to come to terms with the fact that it may take a long time to get rid of all this weight. I really need to wrap my mind around it and be okay with being fat for a longer period of time.
I need your advice. Where am I going wrong? I have to get past this hump!
Regarding Zumba: I'm in love! So much fun... So challenging!
Tuesday, June 5, 2012
Power 90 Days 40-46 and Adding a little Zumba!
We are officially at the half-way point for Power 90. I have to say that I'm a little disappointed in the first two weeks of the second 30 days. I haven't had much progress, although I'm working my tail off! Chris has seen more of a difference than I..... And EVERYONE notices him! I hate it!
It's very discouraging to work equally as hard as Chris and not see the results. At church I've had several people come to me asking if CHRIS is working out and losing weight and I have to keep myself from coming unglued! There has not been a single person notice the difference in me but EVERYONE notices the difference in him.
It is true that he is having fantastic results and he is looking awesome! I'm so proud of his accomplishments. He is building muscle and losing fat constantly. I love that he is seeing such a change. I love, even more, the change I'm seeing in the way he sees himself. His attitude about the way he looks and feels has gotten so positive. I love that he's experiencing this.
What I've learned about P90 is that it can get VERY boring! The cardio has gotten so monotonous that I have begun to hate it! The sculpt video, I LOVE!!!! I love weight training.... I LOVE weight training! I HATE HATE HATE P90 cardio....
Enter ZUMBA!
I decided to supplement P90 cardio with ZUMBA! I'm so glad I did. It's so much more interesting and a ton more intense. More on that in future posts!
There are two more weeks left in this second 30 days and I plan to see results!
Pray for me, I need it!
Laura
It's very discouraging to work equally as hard as Chris and not see the results. At church I've had several people come to me asking if CHRIS is working out and losing weight and I have to keep myself from coming unglued! There has not been a single person notice the difference in me but EVERYONE notices the difference in him.
It is true that he is having fantastic results and he is looking awesome! I'm so proud of his accomplishments. He is building muscle and losing fat constantly. I love that he is seeing such a change. I love, even more, the change I'm seeing in the way he sees himself. His attitude about the way he looks and feels has gotten so positive. I love that he's experiencing this.
What I've learned about P90 is that it can get VERY boring! The cardio has gotten so monotonous that I have begun to hate it! The sculpt video, I LOVE!!!! I love weight training.... I LOVE weight training! I HATE HATE HATE P90 cardio....
Enter ZUMBA!
I decided to supplement P90 cardio with ZUMBA! I'm so glad I did. It's so much more interesting and a ton more intense. More on that in future posts!
There are two more weeks left in this second 30 days and I plan to see results!
Pray for me, I need it!
Laura
Tuesday, May 29, 2012
Days 31-39 Power 90
We're still plugging away! Our injuries have healed and we are back to 100%. We 6 days from the "half-way to 90" point. We really need to kick into high gear.
This past weekend was Memorial Day. Saturday we got an invite from some good friends and decided it was okay to have a free day and not worry. We did exercise in the morning, though. I made some fresh Salsa and a fruit Salad... We had hamburgers and hotdogs with corn on the cob.... Later, we had rice crispy treats! It was all sooooo good. By the end of the night Chris was feeling terrible. He ended up sleeping on the couch because he didn't want to wake me with all his bathroom trips. I, however, felt fine.
The weather has been scorching the past several days and as we live in NEPA there is no such thing as Central Air for most homes. OURS INCLUDED! 90 degree heat is even hotter in an un-air conditioned home. We've done our best with fans but it just doesn't cut. I say all that to say that, when it is this hot in your house it is very difficult to walk across the room, let alone exercise. I'm not kidding when I say the past two days have been so hot that it worries me to work out. We are already at the brink of collapse at the end of workouts... add the heat to that and I fear literal collapse. However, we are going to have to figure it out. At some point this summer it's going to stay this warm and we can't stop working out. Sunday and Monday we skipped working out. We did take walks in the haze of humidity but they weren't what I would have liked.
Today's weather: More of the same! Upper 80's with 90+% humidity. Tomorrow promises to be a little better. We WILL be working out tonight! I don't what I have to do... I'm feeling guilty and lazy.... I can't go back there! I will also be walking before it gets too terribly hot, although it is 9 am and 80 degrees so I need to hurry up.
I don't regret the weekend splurge, however, I do regret that the weather got the best of us. Today is the day it all changes!
On a side note, I LOVE Thrift Stores! :) I frequent our local Salvation Army (at least twice a week) looking for a little awesomeness on the cheap side. Lately I've been looking for "Goal Clothes". I don't want to spend an arm and a leg for clothing in the size that I want to be so SA is a great alternative! While a size 14 isn't my ultimate goal, it is on the way to it. I can wear a size 14 from Lane Bryant but their clothes seems to be sized different since I can't wear a size 14 from ANYWHERE else. That makes a "non-Lane Bryant" size 14 a slight goal. So, I was on a mission.... find a size 14 and then a size 12 from a regular people store.
Mission Accomplished: I found an American Eagle size 14 pants and an Old Navy size 12 shorts. I was eager to "try" them on and afraid at the same time. I knew they wouldn't fit yet but I wanted to see how close I am.
To my surprise, the size 14 FIT! They fit tightly, but they FIT! I pulled them up and buttoned them and the muffin-top wash't even that bad! Shrieks of Joy!!!!!!! Here are the pics I sent Chris! Don't mind the mess, it was house cleaning day! :) (we can't all be housewife goddesses) Keep in mind that I haven't been able to wear a regular size 14 since my freshman year in college and that was in the 90's!
Obviously, the size 12 didn't fit! I knew that was a for sure the moment I purchased them. I pulled them on anyway. No pics of this one. I was able to pull them up but I couldn't move and I COULD NOT button them. That's okay, it's a process and now I have another goal! I will got there and I WILL be HOTT!!!! LOL
Now, if I could just get my body to take the fat off my arms and legs instead of boobs and I will be in good shape!
This past weekend was Memorial Day. Saturday we got an invite from some good friends and decided it was okay to have a free day and not worry. We did exercise in the morning, though. I made some fresh Salsa and a fruit Salad... We had hamburgers and hotdogs with corn on the cob.... Later, we had rice crispy treats! It was all sooooo good. By the end of the night Chris was feeling terrible. He ended up sleeping on the couch because he didn't want to wake me with all his bathroom trips. I, however, felt fine.
The weather has been scorching the past several days and as we live in NEPA there is no such thing as Central Air for most homes. OURS INCLUDED! 90 degree heat is even hotter in an un-air conditioned home. We've done our best with fans but it just doesn't cut. I say all that to say that, when it is this hot in your house it is very difficult to walk across the room, let alone exercise. I'm not kidding when I say the past two days have been so hot that it worries me to work out. We are already at the brink of collapse at the end of workouts... add the heat to that and I fear literal collapse. However, we are going to have to figure it out. At some point this summer it's going to stay this warm and we can't stop working out. Sunday and Monday we skipped working out. We did take walks in the haze of humidity but they weren't what I would have liked.
Today's weather: More of the same! Upper 80's with 90+% humidity. Tomorrow promises to be a little better. We WILL be working out tonight! I don't what I have to do... I'm feeling guilty and lazy.... I can't go back there! I will also be walking before it gets too terribly hot, although it is 9 am and 80 degrees so I need to hurry up.
I don't regret the weekend splurge, however, I do regret that the weather got the best of us. Today is the day it all changes!
On a side note, I LOVE Thrift Stores! :) I frequent our local Salvation Army (at least twice a week) looking for a little awesomeness on the cheap side. Lately I've been looking for "Goal Clothes". I don't want to spend an arm and a leg for clothing in the size that I want to be so SA is a great alternative! While a size 14 isn't my ultimate goal, it is on the way to it. I can wear a size 14 from Lane Bryant but their clothes seems to be sized different since I can't wear a size 14 from ANYWHERE else. That makes a "non-Lane Bryant" size 14 a slight goal. So, I was on a mission.... find a size 14 and then a size 12 from a regular people store.
Mission Accomplished: I found an American Eagle size 14 pants and an Old Navy size 12 shorts. I was eager to "try" them on and afraid at the same time. I knew they wouldn't fit yet but I wanted to see how close I am.
To my surprise, the size 14 FIT! They fit tightly, but they FIT! I pulled them up and buttoned them and the muffin-top wash't even that bad! Shrieks of Joy!!!!!!! Here are the pics I sent Chris! Don't mind the mess, it was house cleaning day! :) (we can't all be housewife goddesses) Keep in mind that I haven't been able to wear a regular size 14 since my freshman year in college and that was in the 90's!
Obviously, the size 12 didn't fit! I knew that was a for sure the moment I purchased them. I pulled them on anyway. No pics of this one. I was able to pull them up but I couldn't move and I COULD NOT button them. That's okay, it's a process and now I have another goal! I will got there and I WILL be HOTT!!!! LOL
Now, if I could just get my body to take the fat off my arms and legs instead of boobs and I will be in good shape!
Saturday, May 19, 2012
Power 90 day 30 weigh in!
Today is the 30 day weigh-in/picture/measurements day!
Well, here are the wieght and measuremtn results:
Chris:
Weight: 217 a difference of 12 lbs
Chest: 43.5 a difference of 2.5 inches
Waist: 40.5 a difference of 3.5 inches
Hips: 40 a difference of 3.5 inches
R. Thigh: 22 no change
L. Thigh: 22 no change
R. Arm: 12 a difference of 1 inch
L. Arm: 12.5 a difference of .5 inches
Total weight loss: 12 lbs. and a total of 11 inches GONE!
Laura:
Weight: 214 a difference of 15 lbs
Chest: 43 a difference of 3 inches
Waist: 39 a difference of 4.5 inches
Hips: 46 a difference of 4 inches
R. Thigh: 25.5 a diference of 2.5 inches
L. Thigh: 26 a differnce of 4 inches
R. Arm: 14.5 a differnce of 1 inch
L. Arm: 14.5 a difference of 1 inch
Total weight loss: 15 lbs and a total 20 inches GONE!!!!
The following are the day one to day thirty before and after pics! YEAH! See any difference? Tell us what you think!!!!
Well, here are the wieght and measuremtn results:
Chris:
Weight: 217 a difference of 12 lbs
Chest: 43.5 a difference of 2.5 inches
Waist: 40.5 a difference of 3.5 inches
Hips: 40 a difference of 3.5 inches
R. Thigh: 22 no change
L. Thigh: 22 no change
R. Arm: 12 a difference of 1 inch
L. Arm: 12.5 a difference of .5 inches
Total weight loss: 12 lbs. and a total of 11 inches GONE!
Laura:
Weight: 214 a difference of 15 lbs
Chest: 43 a difference of 3 inches
Waist: 39 a difference of 4.5 inches
Hips: 46 a difference of 4 inches
R. Thigh: 25.5 a diference of 2.5 inches
L. Thigh: 26 a differnce of 4 inches
R. Arm: 14.5 a differnce of 1 inch
L. Arm: 14.5 a difference of 1 inch
Total weight loss: 15 lbs and a total 20 inches GONE!!!!
The following are the day one to day thirty before and after pics! YEAH! See any difference? Tell us what you think!!!!
Thursday, May 17, 2012
Power 90 Days 26 & 27
Okay, we have a few little snags!
A few days ago I noticed that a muscle in my upper thigh was a little sore. I attributed it to playing basketball for a bit, which I haven't done in YEARS! It was no big deal but I decided to just be careful and not overdo it.
Fast forward to day 26... After we finished the sculpt dvd, Chris mentioned that his shoulder was bothering him. By morning he couldn't lift it over his head but wasn't complaining much. I assumed it was a sore muscle and went on with the day. When he got home from work he said that he would prefer to do some walking/running instead of the cardio dvd that includes jumping jacks and such that would bother his shoulder.
We walked over to our walking path and discussed how we were going to run/walk. We wanted to start off running and then walk a little and then run again etc. I was feeling great and was not concerned about my leg as it wasn't bothering me at all. However, the moment we started to run there was a sharp pain reaching from my knee to my groin area. Something was wrong. We decided that we would just walk. All was fine with no pain. When I got home I did some basic stretches that felt wonderful.
I say all that to say we need to lay low for a bit. Walking seems to be the kind of low impact that works for both of us. In the end, I don't want to stop moving. If I'm not moving forward, I'm moving backward. I'm not going to let that happen.
Day 30 is coming! Can't wait!
A few days ago I noticed that a muscle in my upper thigh was a little sore. I attributed it to playing basketball for a bit, which I haven't done in YEARS! It was no big deal but I decided to just be careful and not overdo it.
Fast forward to day 26... After we finished the sculpt dvd, Chris mentioned that his shoulder was bothering him. By morning he couldn't lift it over his head but wasn't complaining much. I assumed it was a sore muscle and went on with the day. When he got home from work he said that he would prefer to do some walking/running instead of the cardio dvd that includes jumping jacks and such that would bother his shoulder.
We walked over to our walking path and discussed how we were going to run/walk. We wanted to start off running and then walk a little and then run again etc. I was feeling great and was not concerned about my leg as it wasn't bothering me at all. However, the moment we started to run there was a sharp pain reaching from my knee to my groin area. Something was wrong. We decided that we would just walk. All was fine with no pain. When I got home I did some basic stretches that felt wonderful.
I say all that to say we need to lay low for a bit. Walking seems to be the kind of low impact that works for both of us. In the end, I don't want to stop moving. If I'm not moving forward, I'm moving backward. I'm not going to let that happen.
Day 30 is coming! Can't wait!
Wednesday, May 16, 2012
Power 90 Days 19-25
Well, we are just a few short days from the 30 day mark. I'm praying that I can see a real difference from my day one photos. I'll post them when we get there. EEK! I'm kind of excited and kind of scared. Wish us luck!
As far as the last several days are concerned...
We have consistently been working out without missing a day! It's shocking, really. This is an absolute record for both Chris and I. It is the longest we've ever followed through with exercise. Some days are harder than others to get motivated. Fo me, it's the cardio days that gumption leaves me. I HATE cardio! I do understand that it burns a crap-ton of calories but I hate it! Thank God I have Chris to keep me going!
We have found that weekends are a little harder to keep things going as there's always something going on and it's the only time we can really hang with our friends. We've decided to do the best we can and not beat ourselves up about it. The struggle is, generally, with diet, so we really try to think ahead.
This weekend we hung out with our favorite PA friends! We haven't been able to hang with them for a while so it was nice to get the invite. They ordered a pizza and hot wings! OMG, sooooo good! A month ago we would have pigged out and after several pieces of pizza and as many wings as we could handle we would fall into bed in the wee hours of the morning and feel awful. This time we each ate one slice of pizza, and it was delicious! We also enjoyed a few wings and savored every bite! It really felt like we had accomplished the goal of control. I will say, it was difficult because that pizza was awesome!
Earlier in the day we decided to go for a walk. We live near the river and there is a nice walking path we like to use. We took our 5 year old this time and she was excited for the possibility of being chased by us. We walked some and sprinted some and by the time we got home we were winded and sweaty. It was a good workout hour. I have to say that after I caught my breath I felt amazing! I literally feel better after I am active. I never thought I would say that, LOL!
Power 90 is designed for workouts 6 days per week. I am currently struggling with just sitting around. I'm finding that I get bored and fidgety more than I used to. On the days off I feel like, at the very least, I need to be walking or something. Chris thinks I'm crazy but I can't help it.
Sunday, Mother's Day, was a weird day for me. I woke in an ok mood, my girls brought me breakfast and gifts and I loved up my little grandson. That's where the normalcy ended. HA! I am normally the first one showered and the first one ready to walk out the door for church. This Sunday was not the norm. I had issue with what I wanted to wear, my hair was funky, and my makeup seemed to be more of a challenge than usual. I was still getting ready when everyone else loaded themselves into the van. I ran out to the van and as we were leaving I realized that I forgot to brush my teeth. How that was possible, I had no idea. Of course I went back in and we were off again!
Walking into church seemed to even be a challenge for me. As we were walking across the street something happened and I just fell! Chris didn't see me and I had to call his name for his help. A very sweet lady ran to me and asked if I was okay. When I told her I was she reached down to help me up. She, apparently, had superhuman strength, because I was lying on an incline that made it very difficult to maneuver in a denim pencil skirt, because when grabbed my hand she yanked me right up with no problem whatsoever! It was a relief to be on my feet again but in the process I skinned my knee, part of my leg and elbow. I promised I was okay and we headed inside.
I sat in the pew next to Chris and it was then uncontrollable, I cried. I cried for a good portion of the service without even knowing why. I couldn't control it and Chris didn't understand it. I'm sure there was a part of it that was just embarrassment but I don't what came over me. It just wasn't my day. I finally just headed to the bathroom and cried it out in the handicap stall until my favorite friend brought me some antiseptic and some bandaids. What I love about her is that she didn't say anything, she just shoved her hand under the stall and gave me what I needed. She did text me and said, "It's no big deal, EVERYONE falls on Mother's Day!" I wanted to respond, "Really? EVERYONE?" but all I could do was chuckle a little.
After the drama of the morning I went home, had a protein shake and took a little nap. Later, we exercised and my knee was killing! However, life goes on and I picked myself up and suffered through it!
We're getting there... Day by day, workout by workout... By the grace of God we will be healthy before we know it! God help us, PLEASE?
Laura
As far as the last several days are concerned...
We have consistently been working out without missing a day! It's shocking, really. This is an absolute record for both Chris and I. It is the longest we've ever followed through with exercise. Some days are harder than others to get motivated. Fo me, it's the cardio days that gumption leaves me. I HATE cardio! I do understand that it burns a crap-ton of calories but I hate it! Thank God I have Chris to keep me going!
We have found that weekends are a little harder to keep things going as there's always something going on and it's the only time we can really hang with our friends. We've decided to do the best we can and not beat ourselves up about it. The struggle is, generally, with diet, so we really try to think ahead.
This weekend we hung out with our favorite PA friends! We haven't been able to hang with them for a while so it was nice to get the invite. They ordered a pizza and hot wings! OMG, sooooo good! A month ago we would have pigged out and after several pieces of pizza and as many wings as we could handle we would fall into bed in the wee hours of the morning and feel awful. This time we each ate one slice of pizza, and it was delicious! We also enjoyed a few wings and savored every bite! It really felt like we had accomplished the goal of control. I will say, it was difficult because that pizza was awesome!
Earlier in the day we decided to go for a walk. We live near the river and there is a nice walking path we like to use. We took our 5 year old this time and she was excited for the possibility of being chased by us. We walked some and sprinted some and by the time we got home we were winded and sweaty. It was a good workout hour. I have to say that after I caught my breath I felt amazing! I literally feel better after I am active. I never thought I would say that, LOL!
Power 90 is designed for workouts 6 days per week. I am currently struggling with just sitting around. I'm finding that I get bored and fidgety more than I used to. On the days off I feel like, at the very least, I need to be walking or something. Chris thinks I'm crazy but I can't help it.
Sunday, Mother's Day, was a weird day for me. I woke in an ok mood, my girls brought me breakfast and gifts and I loved up my little grandson. That's where the normalcy ended. HA! I am normally the first one showered and the first one ready to walk out the door for church. This Sunday was not the norm. I had issue with what I wanted to wear, my hair was funky, and my makeup seemed to be more of a challenge than usual. I was still getting ready when everyone else loaded themselves into the van. I ran out to the van and as we were leaving I realized that I forgot to brush my teeth. How that was possible, I had no idea. Of course I went back in and we were off again!
Walking into church seemed to even be a challenge for me. As we were walking across the street something happened and I just fell! Chris didn't see me and I had to call his name for his help. A very sweet lady ran to me and asked if I was okay. When I told her I was she reached down to help me up. She, apparently, had superhuman strength, because I was lying on an incline that made it very difficult to maneuver in a denim pencil skirt, because when grabbed my hand she yanked me right up with no problem whatsoever! It was a relief to be on my feet again but in the process I skinned my knee, part of my leg and elbow. I promised I was okay and we headed inside.
I sat in the pew next to Chris and it was then uncontrollable, I cried. I cried for a good portion of the service without even knowing why. I couldn't control it and Chris didn't understand it. I'm sure there was a part of it that was just embarrassment but I don't what came over me. It just wasn't my day. I finally just headed to the bathroom and cried it out in the handicap stall until my favorite friend brought me some antiseptic and some bandaids. What I love about her is that she didn't say anything, she just shoved her hand under the stall and gave me what I needed. She did text me and said, "It's no big deal, EVERYONE falls on Mother's Day!" I wanted to respond, "Really? EVERYONE?" but all I could do was chuckle a little.
After the drama of the morning I went home, had a protein shake and took a little nap. Later, we exercised and my knee was killing! However, life goes on and I picked myself up and suffered through it!
We're getting there... Day by day, workout by workout... By the grace of God we will be healthy before we know it! God help us, PLEASE?
Laura
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