Going with the flow

So, MsCatty, after taking some time to think it over, I believe I've come to the conclusion that I am utterly boring!  I was trying to think of something different to get involved with that I really love so that I could meet other people.  Because heck, I always encourage people to get out and meet people.  I mean, I don't want to be one of those people who is like, 'Do what I say, not what I do.'  But here's the issue... I moved from a bigger city to a smaller area.  And so far, no matter what I've tried, I've just not met many people.  And I've tried.  I've joined all kinds of groups and gone to all kinds of things and I've just not clicked.  I'm starting to feel like maybe I'm trying too hard?  I mean, the friends that I believe will be lifers that I have now, I met without trying.  They've been random.  And the things we have in common are well... random.  I have met some nice people and acquaintances, but not many people that I feel like I can confide secrets in or depend on.  In retrospect, it isn't that they aren't nice people... it's just that for whatever reason we just don't have that 'click'.  And to be honest, I'm boring.  I don't really have any 'extreme' interests.  I love board games, reading, doing crazy stuff to my hair and nails, gardening, home improvement.... and we do things that go with those, but so far not much luck meeting people.  So, I've come to the conclusion that part of the reason I am having trouble this go around is because I am rather boring!  And being in an area that isn't saturated with people and things to do... Well, it's made the opportunity to meet people like me more difficult.  But I'm not going to give up.  I'm just going to try not trying so hard.  I'm going to be friendly and do my thing but leave myself open to meeting new people.  I think once oldest goes to school, that will help.  But still not going to force it.  Just going to go with the flow and put it out of my head.  I don't need nor want to stress over something like that.  I've been silly in doing so.

On a good front, I got up and weighed in this AM.  I saw 202.  :D  That's 2lbs. down from last Sunday's official weigh-in!  Which is only 4lbs. from my lowest.  So, I am feeling better about what I am doing.  I think maybe taking the time off did some good.  And this week, I was eating carbs, but focusing on limited ones.  I may cut back some more and I know for sure I will be using my green protein shakes more, but so far, I'm feeling good.  I don't want to be too drastic even though I am ready for results.  I am feeling like something this week (even with being sick) worked better.  I just don't know what it was!  I ate pretty well and drank lots of water.  So, I really wonder if maybe I was just stuck... I guess we will see in the following weeks.  If not, I think I will take your suggestion MsCatty and have my thyroid checked again.  I know I have PCOS and that slows me down, but maybe my thyroid has gotten out of whack.  Who knows?  LOL

The hubby is off for the next couple of days so I plan on getting in some exercise.  If the rain is cleared, going to walk the dog.  I am thinking I will walk him in our neighborhood for the next few days.  Then, when the hubby is back at work, I will attempt to get another day or two in of walking on the treadmill.  Just 20 to 30mins. as SOON as nap time rolls around.  I know I have other things I need to do during that time, but I need to make some cardio a priority.  At least a few days a week.  Although, I really don't think planned cardio is as beneficial as just staying moving.  My Granny never 'exercised' but she was always moving.  Gardening, moving things, cleaning.  She would've been a hundred on her next birthday, but she passed away.  Until she was like 97, she was up and still doing her own yardwork!  So, that's my exercise goal... I want to be busy for the majority of the day.  I don't mind sitting here in the AM checking my mail, doing my blog, etc.  But come noon, I want to be up and moving the majority of the time.  I think that's realistic unless I am sick or really tired.  And if I can get some pure walking time to zone out, that will be good, too.  More for my emotional state than my body, though.  LOL  And the Pilates.  GOT to find time for the Pilates.  I KNOW what kind of results I get, and I know that I would feel better doing them.  So, got to get to it.  I have 3 weeks until my friends wedding... I am thinking of taking measurements again tonight, starting the Pilates, and then seeing where I am in 3 weeks.  Small challenge for myself!  :D  I especially want to see some changes in my arms.  I know everyone has those areas they hate, and mine are my triceps.  It's hereditary in my family to have 'batwings'.  Even the super skinny family members have them.  So, I'd like to somewhat tame the bats and get them under control.  I am hoping that with weight loss they will shrink a bit and the toning will make them appear smaller.  I don't want 'guns' but I would like a nice shape.  I remember when I was about 10lbs. smaller they already looked better.  Hoping that is the case once again!

Let's see... I believe that covers it all.  I think that's enough!  This is looking LONG.  Sorry ladies... lots on my mind lately!  LOL  I guess I should get off of here and get started on my house.  Lots to do to catch up on housework from being sick.  And then yesterday, I didn't get much done due to still being tired and I went out to run a few errands in the evening.  Which was futile, because they ended up not having what I needed at either store!  Pain in the BUTT!  Oh well.  I just need to catch up today and not let it keep piling up.  And I can do it all today (for the entire week!) if the kiddos will cooperate.  So far, youngest is a grouch.  But if I don't get it all done, it's still ok and I am not going to fret.  Enjoy your Sunday, ladies!