Sounds like a good date 8-18-08

I like good dates, there is something positive about numbers in my head that have relevance. 7-7-07 was a huge day for marriages last year. 8-8-08 was my husbands birthday and I tried to make it a huge celebration (although he didn't have the same perception of my attemps)...anyway, dates are good with me. So I am claiming today 8-18-08 as my 'jumping off' date to reclaim myself. I need to get back on track. After loosing over 50 lbs, I can't afford to let myself get out of control. Out of control for me doesn't have to just scream from the floor of my scales...it's the subtle things that I notice. The fact that I ate spoonfuls of cookie dough out of the tub last night is a big clue. Helloo...who was it that even suggested that I bake some cookies?!! Hummm??? Oh, that was me! I know better than that and so when I had to step on the scales for my Monday morning weigh in, I guess I shouldn't have shocked at what they screamed at me. I am up 7.5 lbs since the beginning of summer...yikes...so today is the day...I like the date 8/18/08 it is...my new jumping-off date. A good date to start so I will; Starting 2 things already-my first blog and a recommit to being healthy. Breath in and out-FOCUS...ok, I'm ready. I wonder how many other new things I can begin today? A little mind game for a Monday...oh, this may be a fun day afterall.

Magazines

I used to read books...novels even but something happened in the last 2 years and I haven't picked up a book since then. When did it happen...hummm...why does it matter to me today as I drink my 3rd cup of coffee and write in my first ever blog? I think it shows how my mind is working. At 45 and post hysterectomy, I think my mind has re-wired itself. I used to concentrate for long periods of time on one subject. Now I am thinking in 'snippets'. Does this happen for all women after menopause I wonder? Now my bedside is layered with magazines like More, Oprah and Good Housekeeping. All of them provide me with quick and to the point articles that don't take a lot of time. They have good tips and advice, right? If I could just remember the advice they give. I read an article on the best cream for the 'deep brow wrinkles' and this morning I can't recall what the product was...urgh! I have started a notebook to write them down but can't locate the notebook!!