Thursday's Almost Through Check-ins

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Thu, 03-27-2008 - 6:45pm

It's a little early, but I thought I'd get the check-in thread going. How did everyone's day turn out? Just remember tomorrow is TGIF!!


       ~~Rhonda~~


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Thu, 03-27-2008 - 6:57pm

I got a lot done today in spite of the coughing and it did me good to be physically active outside. It got up to 79 with a clear sunny sky and nice breeze, so it was perfect to work in the yard. I saw a number of types of butterflies and heard lots of birds. I wish so much you all could have been here today to enjoy a perfect spring day and those in the cold could have gotten a break. It was almost like something from "Enchanted" except there was no prince. The guy "formerly known as prince" was probably napping, so he could work all hours of the night. We did talk on the phone and email a few times today, which is typical.


I got all the sidewalks, curbs, and driveway edged and blown clean and used the leaves as mulch around some hollys down one side of our property. I trimmed the back row of shrubs in front of the house (There are 3 levels.), pulled weeds and baby oak trees out front, went to the pharmacy and a small trip to the grocery store, indulged in a tart cherry scone and hot Earl Grey tea at Panera this morning and had a nice chat with a young man Rob had worked with there who leaves for Air Force boot camp in 28 days, washed off the pool deck, and skimmed the pool while the dogs ran around enjoying the weather.

       ~~Rhonda~~


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Thu, 03-27-2008 - 7:04pm

This picture is so beautiful. I looked at it and wondered what it would be like to be there running.


Rhonda, I've been thinking of you all day. When Ryan left for college I couldn't go past his room.We emailed and IM'd so much and

Miss P




 

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Registered: 01-03-2001
Thu, 03-27-2008 - 7:20pm

Today was a quiet laid back day here. I did a power walk on my treadmill and it felt really good. I honestly am not sure what I did with my day. Bob and I did catch a nap while the rain came down this afternoon, that was nice. I

Miss P




 

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Registered: 01-27-2004
Thu, 03-27-2008 - 7:41pm

That picture is gorgeous.


Another long, crazy day at the office. I'm a medical biller and we're having "issues" getting a large number of our claims paid. It's taking forever to get the issues resolved, and it's playing havoc with getting claims resolved.


My cold is at least not getting worse (said she very quietly), but it's not getting any better, either. Another quiet evening tonight, I can see.


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Registered: 08-21-2006
Thu, 03-27-2008 - 9:09pm

Thanks for asking. I am doing ok. I am talking to more people about my depression, including my earlier post, which is a good thing. I know not too many of us read between the lines in the posts (I was being kinda brave in what I said) but that makes sense -- let's stay motivated, for heavens sake

I feel really good that I keep going for these runs every day. I made a delicious two course stir fry tonight for my family and our young-adult friends. Asparagus, red peppers, broccoli, green onions, tofu, slices pork, brown rice. With a wonderful sauce of soy, sesame oil, lime juice, corn starch. As I type, my family and friends are happy cleaning up.

I know doing all these things (including visiting the depression message board) will help me. I know it is almost impossible to eat this well, do yoga, weight training and running, and not beat depression. (Yes, I have done plenty of therapy and medications over the years, and I have my handful of trauma to explain my demons; I know myself; depression is an unwelcome visitor which I must cope with until she decides to leave, and I work mightily to nudge her out the door).

Argh. That's my super powerful defense mechanism talking. The one that "wows" the therapists and keeps me going -- except in the middle of the night. I know all this; I am doing all the right things; but I am in pain. And I have a close family network and friends. But it is so hard to talk about!

I wonder how many of us are using our energy to focus on motivating ourselves to eat right, act right, exercise right, and "motivate each other right," to help us deal with our inner pain. Don't get me wrong, that's a good thing! But this is my little shout out.

Hugs all around,
Me

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Thu, 03-27-2008 - 9:19pm
LOL here thinking you guys are just hoping I don't post tonight but I can say that today was much better then yesterday.....much better! Finished up here this morning with my shower and making my bed, fixed my food to take with me and got to the office (I was only 5 minutes late) my desk was a mess. What was I thinking leaving it like that Wednesday night, oy! Took me 20 minutes to organize, sort and get the day going. Boss was very stressed as he should be. His girlfriend "A" has his eyes clouded in the judgment department. Stupid man, stupid man. He needs to realize what he is getting himself and his office involved in. The title closer's husband is definitely going to the bar association and filing a complaint......and would you believe my boss actually told my fellow coworker who witnessed the shove to deny everything. She flat out told him no way. Did I mention that the title closer saw my mini tape recorder on my coworkers desk and had her record the conversation when she was looking for the apology. Well she took my recorder with her yesterday, my boss was upset with us but we did not realize she took the tape recorder and kept insisting it was his property. Stupid man had to be reminded that it belongs to me and I said she could use it...........not sure how well he liked my answers. The title closer's husband came in and returned it to me, minus the mini tape........duh! Well the dramatics lasted through the morning until he disappeared at lunch time (he did not tell us where he went and we did not ask). My afternoon took a positive turn when I got a phone call around 3 that one of my files that I have been struggling with was approved to close. It is a short sale file that I have been working on for almost 4 months, I got the verbal yes at 3 and the hand written yes around 3:45. My boss will make about $2,500 when this closes next week and he told me that there is a bonus in it for me from all my hard work! Yea baby! So I guess he was not as mad at me as I thought. Decided to treat the family to some fresh fish tonight so after I left the office I ran over to the fish market and bought some fresh tuna steaks. Darn stuff is so expensive, very aggravating especially since I live on an island, $14.99 a pound. To feed the 5 of us I had to buy just a little over 2 pounds. But it was worth it, I put in on the BBQ with some teriyaki sauce, made some jasmine rice and broccoli to go with it and some fresh bakery rye bread......I am stuffed now, lol. Going to watch some TV tonight with Bill if he can put a channel on that does not involve cars.........doubt this will happen so most likely I will be heading upstairs in a few minutes. I am off tomorrow so I have plenty of stuff to catch up on around here. Starting out tomorrow morning with a walk at the gym though.......most important. Well ladies thanks for listening. Hope you all have good days today and had nice weather. Rhonda I am so jealous of your weather it ain't funny!

Debbie

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Thu, 03-27-2008 - 9:28pm

I am so glad that it is Thursday evening.

Nancy

"Make Choices that bring you joy"  cl-Patty


 


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Registered: 03-26-2003
Thu, 03-27-2008 - 9:31pm

Come on down! I'll turn on the pool heater if you do!!


I was kind of looking forward to more drama in your post tonight. There's nothing good on TV. LOL!

       ~~Rhonda~~


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Thu, 03-27-2008 - 9:46pm

Evening Everyone,


What a wonderful picture Rhonda.

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Thu, 03-27-2008 - 9:56pm
(looking outside) I am so ready to move to Rhondaland.



ChaChaDeb








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