Hi! I haven't been on in a while but I wanted to touch base with you. All is well but I've experienced some drastic weakness this week. I am unsure of exactly why because I was doing SO well and losing a lot now makes me want to stick to it...however...
My statistics class couldn't be going worse. I'm all but failing the class and I've never worked harder to pass something. The teacher's English is so poor that I generally have no clue what he is saying and I'm literally teaching it to myself. It has literally become a second job. It has ruined my GPA which was 4.0 and I'm really upset about that. I'm struggling for all I'm worth but drowning anyway.
The book came out though, which was perhaps one of the most profound things in my life to date. It was right up there with giving birth to my kids, the pain was strewn out across twenty years coupled with blood, sweat, tears and frustration. It was so "odd" to see it actually come to fruition. I say "odd" because I was so very completely happy, yet I cried a river, and felt fear if that makes any sense.
I've got several book signings lined up and the girl from work with the abilities to "schmooze" that I do not possess will be helping me along. She is chomping at the bit. I am accepting her help and want it because truthfully, I'm just too shy I think. The talking and signing are hard enough. Booking the stuff is really hard! Also the website is up. It is still under construction but you can get accurate information off of it if you want.
conniemurrayslocum.com
To update you: Bff is doing well, going on the Royal Caribbean book signing with me and is thrilled., Blairstown BFF is still looking for a job. She got a new hair do and that made her feel good. It works for me too. I highly recommend it. PA Bff is trying to get an internship so I'm hoping that happens for her. Hawaii male BFF is still suffering through health issues but has a great attitude and is constantly in my prayers...and on my phone!...Oh the bills...the minutes...Ahhh... lol.
My son and his wife are celebrating their one year anniversary. My searcher vault friend is still happy. She looks great and more relaxed. She just got back from a cruise and says she gained a few pounds...Oh no! ;-) And my co-worker is two weeks into the South Beach diet. She is allowed no carbs. NONE for now. I will keep you posted as I am able but as you can see, things got hectic. Well that's about all for now. I'm off to the courthouse for work.
Until next time remember: You look as good as you can for today, tomorrow you will look that much better. Do not let your perception of your body stand in the way of you having a good time. Stay positive! If you need me I'm here...a little less than usual, but I'll be back-to quote Arnold Schwarzenegger. Have a great day! See you next blog!
Wednesday, April 28, 2010
Sunday, April 4, 2010
April 5, 2010 Diet Blog
It's a beautiful Easter Sunday! May you have a blessed and serene holiday. It's also my daughter-in-laws birthday. She and my son are spending a happy day together and since his birthday is on the 9th, they will be taking a little mini-vacation. I'm glad that they are so happy.
It is also weigh in day. Yup...as promised I weighed in. The tally is 35 pounds. I guess I'm doing okay with it now. I found that strict works for the most part as long as I have a goal. Today I will cheat. I will enjoy Easter dinner with the family and then go back on the strict until I have my son and daughter in law over for their birthdays. I have to admit to faltering a bit this month though. Not so much that it counted but the pressure was ON! And that's when I lose focus...still.
Its a day to day struggle. I get tired sometimes and just want to be like "everyone else" sometimes but I'm forging ahead. I see the difference in my clothes and in my step. There is a lighter cantor to it these days.
I am under the gun- pressure wise. The math/statistics class is proving to be more difficult than any classes that I've encountered to date. I'm literally teaching it to myself. I'm passing- but just barely. The teacher speaks little English and I'm just so lost. I'm not the only one either. Sadly- my 4.0 went out the window which infuriates me. What are you going to do, right? (sigh)
The book comes out May 1st. There is a magazine article in 201 Magazine to follow in June. I'm lining up book signings. One for Royal Caribbean cruise lines...I'm hoping will put my work on the map- so to speak.
If you want to look it up see my new website at:
conniemurrayslocum.com
if you have a book club or just a bunch of friends who purchased the book and want to have a little get together, let me know! I'll sign the books for them.
So life is good- busy and full...I'm happy but at times overwhelmed. I will still blog as much as I'm able. Summer is coming and that should free me up at least a little because there is no school thankfully. There will be signings and readings though so ... I will keep you posted!
Have a terrific day. AND remember:
YOU look as good as you can for today. Tomorrow you will look that much better! Do not let your perception of your body stand in the way of you having a good time! Stay positive and remember, I'm STILL right here with you! See you next Blog! ;-)
It is also weigh in day. Yup...as promised I weighed in. The tally is 35 pounds. I guess I'm doing okay with it now. I found that strict works for the most part as long as I have a goal. Today I will cheat. I will enjoy Easter dinner with the family and then go back on the strict until I have my son and daughter in law over for their birthdays. I have to admit to faltering a bit this month though. Not so much that it counted but the pressure was ON! And that's when I lose focus...still.
Its a day to day struggle. I get tired sometimes and just want to be like "everyone else" sometimes but I'm forging ahead. I see the difference in my clothes and in my step. There is a lighter cantor to it these days.
I am under the gun- pressure wise. The math/statistics class is proving to be more difficult than any classes that I've encountered to date. I'm literally teaching it to myself. I'm passing- but just barely. The teacher speaks little English and I'm just so lost. I'm not the only one either. Sadly- my 4.0 went out the window which infuriates me. What are you going to do, right? (sigh)
The book comes out May 1st. There is a magazine article in 201 Magazine to follow in June. I'm lining up book signings. One for Royal Caribbean cruise lines...I'm hoping will put my work on the map- so to speak.
If you want to look it up see my new website at:
conniemurrayslocum.com
if you have a book club or just a bunch of friends who purchased the book and want to have a little get together, let me know! I'll sign the books for them.
So life is good- busy and full...I'm happy but at times overwhelmed. I will still blog as much as I'm able. Summer is coming and that should free me up at least a little because there is no school thankfully. There will be signings and readings though so ... I will keep you posted!
Have a terrific day. AND remember:
YOU look as good as you can for today. Tomorrow you will look that much better! Do not let your perception of your body stand in the way of you having a good time! Stay positive and remember, I'm STILL right here with you! See you next Blog! ;-)
Subscribe to:
Posts (Atom)
