Just me being me........

This sucks!!!

I’m sorry I’ve been MIA. It’s been a rough past week or more. And this is totally unfitness related, so I’m going to apologize in advance.

Above is a pic I took of a friend and his son. We buried him yesterday. He was only 45. He and his wife have 5 children, two of which are his brothers kids that they have taken in and call their own.

He died from anaphylactic shock due to a bee sting above the shoulders. I live in a small town so when something tragic like this happens, it effects our whole little community. He was always at his kids events cheering them on like no other. His son and my son play on the same baseball team and are best friends.

The day before it happened we were at their game. He was helping coach and I was keeping books, cutting up with each other. I took several pics at that game, above being one of them. Who knew those would have been the last pics of him and his son taken. The day it happened his son was at our house. When I go to take him home, I pull up to ambulances and fire trucks in front of their house. His wife had given him CPR for 30 mins but to no avail. Once life flight got there they were able to get a light pulse. He was on a ventilator at the hospital for a week before his body finally shut down.

This brings back a lot of emotions for me, from when my father suddenly died, and my friend Brandi. My heart breaks for his wife and kids. They are good people. I don’t know why bad things happen to good people, but I do know that it makes me want to be a better person and live each day to the fullest. So hug your family, tell them you love them because you just never know when your time is up to be at home with the Lord.

I love you all, and thanks. Thanks for listening to me and always being there with words of encouragement when needed.

Posted 1 month ago

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Yesterday I wasn’t able to work out, and it doesn’t look like I’m going to be able to today either……makes me feel lazy. Maybe while the boys have baseball practice I can at least go walking or something.

Anyway, eating has been awesome. The birthday boy got to pick what he wanted for dinner last night. So guess what he picked?!? Pancakes and bacon! Yep, I fixed it for everyone, and I had a salad. It was tough, but my willpower was strong. I did have one bite of pancakes, but that was it, so I think that was pretty good for me.

Tomorrow I shall weigh and post it like I was doing before. We’ve scheduled our beach vacation and my goal is to lose 20 lbs before then. I’ve got two months to do it. As long as I stay focused and my willpower stays strong, I have no doubt that I can do it!!

Hope everyone has a great day!! Peace out!

Posted 1 month ago

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Today is my oldest son’s birthday. He’s excited and I’m sad that he’s now in “the double digits”!!! Oh to be 10 again…..or at least a size 10!! That would work too!!! Lol

Posted 1 month ago

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I’m sore…..and I love it!! Is that weird?? Eating has been on point today! Even made it through my son’s baseball game without eating crap food!! Whoo hoo!

Now hopefully I’ll make it through tomorrow’s dinner. It’s my sons birthday. I asked him what he wanted for his birthday dinner, he says, pancakes and ice cream! Ohhhh great!! I will be strong!! :)

Posted 1 month ago

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Day 2

Going very well. I ate good yesterday and so far today. The real test will be tonight at my son’s ball game. Anyway, lifted weights this morning and ran. Whoo hoo for me!! I’m feeling good. I did get on the scale to see what damage I’ve done over the past month or so. I’ve gained about 5 lbs. Could have been much worse, so I’m not letting it get me down. I weighed 206.2, and I plan on Friday’s being my weekly weigh ins. So I will be posting another weigh in on Friday! Im ready for beast mode!!!

Hope everyone is having a great day!

Posted 1 month ago

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Theres a new gym in town that offers Crossfit!!! I don’t think the guy is Crossfit certified, but he’s a good trainer so I’m thinking about trying it. I think it’s what I need to get out of my slump. They also have bags, I so want to start boxing again…….hmmm I wonder if I could convince my ex-trainer/friend to train at the new place?? :)

Posted 1 month ago

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A new beginning!

I’m starting over! I realized I’ve been slacking on my eating and it’s taking a toll on me, my frame of mind, and my workouts. Im going to get serious about my eating. I’ve got a plan!! Finally!! Lol I’ve already got my lunches, breakfasts, and snacks ready for the week. Every Sunday I’m going to do this. I have to do this!! Plan, plan, plan!! That’s my biggest downfall. Anyway, I’m going to eat lots of veggies, fruits, protein, and limited carbs. Eggs with whole wheat english muffins for breakfast. Lots of salads for lunch, apples and peanut butter and carrots and hummus for snacks. Dinners will consist of lean protein and veggies. That’s it! Carbs are killing me!! Sounds simple right? And really it is, but for me, it’s all about the planning. I can do this…..I know I can…..I’ve done it before. And, I’ll do it again! :)

Posted 1 month ago

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