Wow, it almost hurt to write the 09 in the date in the subject line. To state something you’ve probably already heard a gazillion times since last week: It’s so hard to believe it’s 2009 already. Which, by the way, reminds me that I forgot to wish you all a HAPPY NEW YEAR! I hope your year has gotten off to a great start.
Now on to business. Sometimes I think that my scale just likes to mess with me once in a while, because when I weighed in today, I weighed in at exactly the same weight that I weighed in at last week. Down to the same tenth of a pound! I can’t explain the wave of relief that washed over me. When I told my mom, her response was: “That’s not fair. I gained five pounds!” :) Granted, she weighed in on Saturday, so I’ve had a few extra days to work those calories off. I’m just relieved.
My mom is my hugest supporter (though I sometimes want to kick her for being a gentle version of the food police). She often makes comments that make me feel good and so often they come at the most random moments. We were shopping on Christmas Eve and were walking in to K-Mart when she randomly says, “Are you sure you’re my daughter?” When I looked at her like she was nuts and asked her what she meant, she replied, “You’re so skinny!”
I was thinking earlier today while I was in the shower that it’s nice to know that there are people that truly care about your well-being. I have a shower caddy hanging from my shower head and bumped into it today and sent most of its contents crashing to the floor of the bathtub. I immediately heard my mom call my name and when I answered she asked if I was okay. That’s when I realized how lucky I am. My parents drive me nuts and sometimes continuing to live with them makes me want to commit myself (lack of space, privacy, etc.), but there are moments like this when I’m grateful for what I have.
Did anyone watch the new reality show “True Beauty” last night? I have to admit I was sucked in and am addicted now. What a bunch of conceited people! I wonder if they go around thinking all day about how beautiful they think they are, or if they just played it up for the show. I’m hoping for the latter. I did think it was interesting when two of the contestants discussed how they used to be overweight when they were younger. Anyone else watch? Any thoughts?
I’m off to watch the season premiere of the Biggest Loser now. I can already tell that I’m probably going to be sobbing like a baby by the end of the show. I’m very pleased to see some heavier contestants this time around – especially heavier women for once.
Good luck to everyone trying to get back on track!
Good job Pamela. You made it through the holiday unscathed. It’s like you got a free pass.
I love your mom. She sounds like the sweetest lady on the planet. Hmmmm…that reminds me of someone. Oh yeah! YOU!
Wow, after looking at the menu of that place you posted you ate at, and no gain!!! That is awesome, Congrats!
Thanks guys! Diana, that’s exactly how I feel – like I dodged a bullet or got a get out of jail free card!
Sounds like you are really blessed to have a great mom!
I was so touched to read about how you are so grateful for your parents, even though living with them at this point must be difficult.