Bitter Sweet

Sunday, January 31, 2010

I have spent the day Sparking, reading blogs of new plans, words of wisdom, amusing stories and some of sorrow. Forty years ago today I became a new bride with all the hopes and dreams of the future. There is no need to bring back the past except to say after 25 years the ending was a relief. My daughter was born 28 years ago today. She is a strong and beautiful woman who has met the love of her life. My sons also are good strong men and very good to their chosen ladies. My grand daughter is 22 months old. She has Down's syndrome and took her first steps last month. She has been through so much but is such a strong beautiful child. My daughter will have a stepdaughter who will be my grandchild also and whom I will love and adore.
I tried to make new Spark plans for February today but my heart just couldn't do it. Today I will cry for the lost dreams of a young bride and rejoice at the great gift of my four children and their families. I never found the love of my life but I must say I am very loved by many people. I don't have a lot materially but I am happy. My children have all put themselves through college and three are working in non-profit agencies to help others.
I hope you will forgive me for putting aside my Spark plans to reflect on the bitter sweet. Nola

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The end of the week!

Friday, January 29, 2010

I began this week with a bang! I was able to do a lot of walking and pushed myself as far as I felt safe in doing. I began to slow on Tuesday and ended Wednesday with only a small amount of steps and sleeping 12 hours. I know that there are times that I just have to take the time to rest. My SparkFriends rallied with good wishes and concern. I felt the power of positive attitudes. I began to rally on Thursday and added a few more steps to my day. Friday even more steps. I am looking forward to the weekend when I hope to get back to my full potential and walk my full 60 minutes-20 minutes at a time!
I could never have imagined 6 months ago the changes in my life and attitude. As my breathing problems have exacerbated I have been able to rally with the help of my Spark Friends and recognize that I can be proud of what I accomplish each day. With Spring and warmth I hope the problems to ease but if not I will keep Sparking and and enjoy my journey to a better life in so many ways!

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Wearing New Jeans!

Sunday, January 24, 2010

My goal last week was to blog every day but I fell short. I guess I didn't have as much to say as I thought or the new job is just wearing me out. Today I have something exciting to tell.
This week I began wearing another size smaller jeans! I bought them last October at the Thrift Store but with one thing and the other I had gained back a couple of pounds. Last week I began to drop again and this week I can wear my new jeans! They fit like jeans are supposed to fit and I feel great in them. My neighbor said "You're looking good." I am going to enjoy these jeans because I have no intention of keeping them forever. I am going to be one hot Grandma for Mackenzie and BreElla. The next time my daughter calls me the little one (4'11") she won't be meaning short.

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Since Becoming a Spark Have You...?

Thursday, January 21, 2010

1. Noticed that your legs don't fit your pants anymore? I walk and the material flops around my legs.
2. Discovered you actually like drinking water?
3. Observed that you really read nutrition labels?
4. Found you don't consider yourself fully dressed without your pedometer?
5. Began hurrying home to get on the computer because you know that someone has left you a message to tell you how Special you are.
6. Spent the day trying to figure out what you will web search?
7. Read health reports on all your diseases and those of your friend and family?
8 .Started talking in little pictures
9. Found Shopping is a lot of fun without money, just use Goodie Points.
10. Discovered that your cat sits on the computer keypad when you are Sparking instead of paying attention to him?
UH,OH Here He Comes!

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What a Day

Tuesday, January 19, 2010

I am very tired and it has been a big day for me. I will tell you briefly about it.
1. I only slept about 4 hours because I was so excited about my new job. I woke up in the middle of the night and looked at my alarm clock which has a light and was in my bed. It said 51:09. Now I don't know why it said 51:19 but I figured it must mean I had 51 Min. left to sleep before my alarm went off. I woke again at 51:09. I got up and turned the light on to check that I had set the alarm right. Hint. By turning my clock over it was 12:06am and I had the rest of the night to sleep. I may be dyslexic in my sleep!
2. I arrived my first day at work and there was an ambulance an 2 police cars in front of the building. It's OK, the EMT's and officers were leaving the office as I arrived.
3. My daughter called me at 2:00 to talk. That never happens except in emergency situations as she was at work in Oklahoma. She said " MOM Jay's mom is asking me what size ring I wear. I think I may be getting married soon. WOW!!! What a day!
Good Night. I need to set my alarm.

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