OTTER's CalorieKing Blog
3 Mile Walk Today!
Saturday, May 16th 2009
I did my Heart Smart Walk today, as part of a team from the company where I work. We had a gorgeous day, I got to walk with someone from the office that I don't get to visit too often. I have a "secret admiration" for her amazing outlook, work ethic, and attitude. So it was fun to get to know this woman a little better, and to meet her husband and son.What I learned about me: I can be as active as I need to be (the arthritis won't stop me), but I do need to take special care ...
Memorial Service May 9...
Wednesday, May 13th 2009
Our family held a memorial service for my middle sister this past Saturday.It was a wonderful, joyful, healing, cleansing, hopeful event and day.
I think I'll be saying "good-bye" to my middle sister forever. But I'm starting to feel hopeful about saying "hello" to my own life and needs again. At least in ways that didn't seem possible until now.
So here's a "CHEERS" to new beginnings.
-Otter
Gluttony during Lent?
Saturday, February 28th 2009
I started my CK visit today by looking at Blogs. Alphabetically my friends are listed and the content of Miriam's caught my eye first. Both her quote from Blatner about treat vs. snack, and her comments about Lent.Lent First. Yes, Lent does not have to be about giving up something. I carry with me my understanding of the Lenten times from my experience in Judaism and journeying through Pesach (Passover). I want to let go of what I have enslaved myself to, I am journeying to freedom ...
Started back to diaries this week...
Saturday, February 21st 2009
while my diary experience wasn't perfect, it does show me clearly where I struggle. DESSERT! And finding healthy foods to prepare while I have no kitchen. Which I thought about as I was falling asleep last night. Would I eat basic healthful meals if I prepared them in batch over the weekend? I could buy a family-sized tray of chicken breasts at the grocery and cook those up in my crock-pot (maybe in broth for extra flavor), then leave out what I'll eat over the weekend and freeze the rest. ...Motivation...
Tuesday, February 17th 2009
Attended an excellent brown-bag seminar yesterday, on the topic of cardiac health.The cardiologist who did the presentation was an excellent speaker and presented the information clearly and patiently answered our questions (which ranged from the sublime to the ridiculous).
Point: I am remembering that being a lighter weight person is NOT just about beauty or fashion, but about HEALTH! I am remembering that much of my health is my responsibility. If I eat right and am active I can ...