WEEKLY CHECK-IN SATURDAY APRIL 22nd~
HEY EVERYONE!
So...I'm a "little late" today in posting the Weekly Check-in...but, its been such a beautiful day, that I actually left the house earlier today to get a "jump-start" on it.
How has everyone been doing this past week?!
How have you been feeling?
What have been your highs/lows?
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The past week has been pretty decent... Had Alot of Beautiful and amazingly warm weather. Started off with Easter dinner at my mom's on Sunday... With her great cooking. It was challenging to not go a little over-board with the eating. But.. I made sure to get in a decent workout before going, and again once I got home.... Also with the weather being so nice this past week, was able to get outside and hike through the neighborhood daily! So was really glad about that. Stuck with healthy eating and workouts throughout the week and was able to get my puppy out to his favorite place as well for his exercise too at the lake. 
The week ended with a little anxiety and some stressors, but, what do we do but do what we can to push through it and try to breathe~... Today was a beautiful day, so managed to get out, and enjoy a community antique festival that I just happened to drive upon, as well as some Outlet shopping. Retail therapy is always good therapy (Even on days where your wallet says its not) .
Hope everyone else has been doing well this past week.
I was on vacation from mon.-wed at the beach was ok, I tried to ice skate, my kids did better than me, then thur. Was at cape may coast guard training center, my daughter graduated from the Coast Guard! That was awesome, I ate and snacked way to much, I am back in my state now, so back to healthy eating!
@jr50
Wow! Sounds like you have been very busy! How lucky are you to have been on vacay at the beach. I LOVEeeee the beach. I would live there if I could! 
Its great to enjoy time getting away as well as time with family.
And congrats to your daughter. What an accomplishment for her! That is great for all of you... Good Luck to her. Also way to go for being able to get back home and get back on track! Keep up the great work!
@PoliteOcean. Thank you! Yes it was good, I would love to live at the beach also! Maybe when I retire and kids are all grown!
@PoliteOcean, exams still going, stress eating has been on its peak, not a good week. It is only gonna get worse till 11 May. My anxiety is not being nice.
@EssenceOfHope
Awww....Hope, I'm sorry to hear that. Our stressors can certainly take a toll on us body, mind and spirit.... I hope that you are finding "some" ways to relax in between everything and all the studying. I remember when I was in nursing school years ago, how snacking can certainly catch up to you. Be sure to try and be prepared by perhaps keeping alot of healthy snacks around (Fruits, nuts, some "crunchy" veggies like carrots, celery etc..even some light pop-corn "without" the butter perhaps) That way at least if you do "over-snack" you might not feel as bad or as guilty about it. As well, choosing healthier options will be so much more "well, ...healthier"! lol.....
All the best to you on your exams. I'm sure you will do great!.... You're almost there! Keep going and hang in there! You will make it through
@PoliteOcean, thank you!
A lot of entrance exams round the corner which is stressing me a bit.. or else everything seems to be perfect!
A lot of entrance exams round the corner which is stressing me a bit.. or else everything seems to be perfect!
A good week overall. Some small projects over the weekend. This week will be very busy. Just have to relax and move forward.
Hey Ocean,
I was pretty active last week. I went biking several times, and engaged in inline skating. I have also been trying to eat healthier, drink a lot of water, and have reduced my coffee intake.
@IsabelleJ
Sounds good Isabelle! Sounds like you are doing what it takes to make positive choices and doing a great job at keeping and staying on track.
I am feeling pretty okay :) I just came home from vacation last night, so now to get back to the routine :)
@Mellietronx
Sounds good Mellie...where did you go for Vacation?!
@PoliteOcean I was just visiting family in NJ :)
I'm still trying to get back on track following my father's death last month. Lots of crying. Gained more weight but I think I have the eating back under control. I exercised several times this week. My happiest times this week were spent outside in the nice weather with my pet goats, especially the 5 babies. Baby goats are so adorable. Having them climb all over my lap and fall off again because they can't fit at the same time makes me laugh.
@SadMe70
Lol...that made me smile Sad. Sounds so sweet. I'm so glad that you are finding some laughter and comfort in the babies......
I'm sorry to hear that you are still struggling with the passing of your father. I know from experience that we all greive in our own ways and there is No time limits on them. You take all the time that you need to feel better and get in a better place. I'm glad to see you back, and read your post. Its so nice to see you and hear from you.... I'm also glad that you have found some time for yourself to exercise, and that your getting your eating habits back under control. Keep up the great work that you are doing in finding the things that comfort you as well as doing what you can and are able to do to help you stay on track. We are here for you.