Mermaid 2006

[iceprincess]

We miss you mermaid - hope all is well!

 

[treilin]

Trei, LOL at your nephew.

I was so busy today that when I ate I didn't even take notice of what I was putting in my mouth and afterwards had to think about what food I had. The day has gone so quickly and now I have to go home to pack some more, do more laundry etc etc.

So the next time I log will be on Monday. I will be going to gym with P in the morning before the flight as some HIIT will start the blood flowing before I have to sit down in an uncomfortable seat for 26 hours.

I really need the break from work, I can't wait to see my sister and the babe but I will miss P

Have a great weekend everyone

Ahhhh have a great vacation! I get to go to Vegas next month for a weekend, and I'm looking forward to it
Much needed rest time!!!

 

[scorpiogirl]

Sunday 5 February

In 6 weeks, I've only lost 2 pounds but lost 4% BF so the measurements say, AND people are noticing so I guess that's good. Clothes fit much better.

Whoa! Did I miss this?!?!?! Whatever you're doin', Mermaid - DON'T STOP! lol Great job

Hope you have a wonderful time with your sister and the baby!

 

[mermaid]

Arrived safely. It was a long trip but went quite quickly actually. My niece is absolutely gorgeous and I have been doing the night shift to help my sister. I never realised what hard work having a baby actually is - it is incessant and already I am exhausted. I have a new found respect for mothers.

I got my temporary gym membership and I shall be going this evening after visiting relatives. My diet hasn't been the best as I am just not hungry and have to force food down - a reaction to jet lag I guess.

Anyway, I'm logging in my diary and will update when I can. Hope all is well with you ladies!!! I really miss not checking in every day.

 

[buffalogal]

WE MISS YOU!!!

Have a fantastic time and enjoy that beautiful niece of yours. Hope you can get an appetite back soon.

 

[Roonytunes]

Nice to hear from you, Mermaid! We miss you too!!

 

[mermaid]

I am going to the gym, mostly cardio as the weights area is very small and full of meatheads. Just as well as my strength is not up to par - I am extremely sleep deprived. The diet is not the best either; supplementing with protein twice a day but being fed my friends/family who just don't understand what I'm trying to do and as I'm only here a short time, I don't have the heart to offend.

I'm trying not to be so hard on myself - I am after all on "vacation" but the frustration is setting in. What makes it worse is that most of the people I have seen (and for the first time in a couple of years or so) think I have "piled" on the weight but I'm looking "chunky" and "solid" not fat, whatever that means. And then they give me a huge plate of pasta with garlic bread

Still, I'm in love with my niece and hanging out with her and my sister is just the best.

Happy Belated Valentine's Day everyone. I miss you guys!

 

[momsgettinfit]

I am going to the gym, mostly cardio as the weights area is very small and full of meatheads. Just as well as my strength is not up to par - I am extremely sleep deprived. The diet is not the best either; supplementing with protein twice a day but being fed my friends/family who just don't understand what I'm trying to do and as I'm only here a short time, I don't have the heart to offend.

I'm trying not to be so hard on myself - I am after all on "vacation" but the frustration is setting in. What makes it worse is that most of the people I have seen (and for the first time in a couple of years or so) think I have "piled" on the weight but I'm looking "chunky" and "solid" not fat, whatever that means. And then they give me a huge plate of pasta with garlic bread

Still, I'm in love with my niece and hanging out with her and my sister is just the best.

Happy Belated Valentine's Day everyone. I miss you guys!

It's hard to try to get those that don't understand our world to understand what you are doing. Don't sweat it. Your gonna be home soon and back to the drawing board.

My family thinks I'm some kind of freak b/c I lift. They think it's a man thing and no woman needs to be doing that. Then I have had some that think I'm a lezbian b/c I am in there with "all the men" lifting "man weights". Whatever right. Just brush off what they say go on.

 

[Roonytunes]

I'm trying not to be so hard on myself - I am after all on "vacation" but the frustration is setting in. What makes it worse is that most of the people I have seen (and for the first time in a couple of years or so) think I have "piled" on the weight but I'm looking "chunky" and "solid" not fat, whatever that means. And then they give me a huge plate of pasta with garlic bread

Mermie, I definitely understand the frustration but don't be too hard on yourself. My family is very far away and they don't see me often either. So I know exactly what you're going through.

My advice: eat what's possible to stay on course if you can, and if it's not possible, don't let it drive you batty. A week or even two of non clean eating is NOT going to undo all the hard work you have put in thus far. You will just get back on track 100% when you get back home to your regularly scheduled programming and all will be well. For now, just enjoy the limited time with your sister and your niece.

The gist of what I'm saying:
protein powder = $27/5 lbs
gym = $5 guest pass/visit
time with friends and family = priceless!!!!!

 

[buffalogal]

The gist of what I'm saying:
protein powder = $27/5 lbs
gym = $5 guest pass/visit
time with friends and family = priceless!!!!!

My thoughts exactly mermie!! Try to keep on track but enjoy whatever time you have to spend with your friends and family. Most people never will understand our lifestyle and you won't get them to in the short time that you're there. Just think of this as a mini-vacation if you have to, and then work your a$$ off once you get back.

I know it's frustrating hun... We've all been there.