It's Time For A New Life

[Trying4Thin]

Had my second personal training session this morning. I dont think he is training me as hard as he could be. But I havent really been active in weeks; and I packed on approx 13 pounds. Now that is something to really be proud of....Not! My mother said I looked better this time than last time. I find that really hard to believe. Especially with the weight gain. Eventually I will be back to where I was a little over a month ago. I am just very tired, stressed out, still itchy scratchy, and hurting over Eric. Did some lifting at the gym but my workouts were mostly cardio based; which I like. I think my body is in shock that I am working out again. I didnt lose all of my endurance; but I am not nearly at strong as I was. Will definitely turn up the juice again when I return home.
Other than that; not much to report. I am going to put some money aside for an external hard drive for my growing ITunes files. I am getting an error everytime I run the Virus scan so I want to erase my C drive again and start from scratch. Getting to drive around town in a Jeep and I love it. Would kill to have it since my parents rarely use it because of the gas. But they say it is too expensive for me. We will see about that. If I make Road Supe; I am not going to take no for an answer. I love my Jetta GL; but it has issues and the paint is reeeeealy faded. Looks like I never wash it even after I scrub and scrub it. Plus I am sick of seeing the check engine light on. Doesnt even have 100,000 miles on it and it is having issues. If I make Road Supe I will drive back to MA to get that Jeep. So I am keeping my fingers crossed. If I dont make FT or Salary this time; I am going to start working as many hours as I can (still working out) and making them pay me in OT. I benefit both ways. And I can get away with it because I dont have a family or a boyfriend to worry about neglecting. Snoopy is used to being on his own; but I am sure he gets bored. Would love another bunny; but they are quite a bit of work. We will see.
Tomorrow we are going up to Maine for Thanksgiving. Then we are stopping by LL Bean. I am going to load up on blueberry coffee and the other limited editions. My second suitcase is going to be loaded up with Hemp Plus cereal, coffee, and anything else my parents load me down with. Had some really good Irish tea last night at my aunt's house. I asked if it was Lipton and everyone looked at me like I had just committed a faux pa. Talk about embarrassing!! My eating has been ok (since being home). Had Chicken Caesar salad and chili (wow!) for dinner last night and then before I could open my mouth; there was a slice of frosted marble cake in front of me. Wasnt huge; but I ate it anyway so as to not offend anyone. I know I just broke one of my own rules. I am putting my foot down once I get off the plane on Saturday.
OK I am rambling; and during the time it has taken me to type this; I am sure another loser has posted a spam link for me to dispose of. A Mod's job is never done!
Have a good holiday everyone.

[Trying4Thin]

A tidbit of wisdom I picked up while driving by a doctor's office...

"A true optimist begins a diet on Thanksgiving Day."

Very interesting quote.

[mifsit]

I am totally smiling my head off that you're back working out. So pleased it hurts. Well done you. that 13lbs will be gone in no time and don't kill yourself about the slice of cake

[Trying4Thin]

Is it actually possible to smile your head off? Or is that a Malta thing??

Not upset over the cake. Like I said; the diet begins the second I step into Ohio again.

Happy Holidays everyone!

[susieokla]

Good job getting back in the gym Carrie! I know you can lose those 13 lbs and lots more!!

Have a great thanksgiving!!

[Missy]

I can't tell you how very proud I am to hear that you are getting yourself back into your workouts and healthy lifestyle. I was worried about you for awhile. Sounds like you are going to have a great time at home with the trainer and I hope you're having a great Thanksgiving.

[mifsit]

I think it probably more a yorkshireism than a maltese thing

[Trying4Thin]

Well I am not an optimist and I didnt try and start a diet on Thanksgiving Day. Didnt eat as much as I could have; however, that is not what I was trying to accomplish. If I put it on; it has to come off. Apparrantly, today I am going to get my upper and lower body busted today. My abs are still slightly sore from the last two sessions. Getting off my uncle's leather cushy couch yesterday was not fun. Especially when I had extra furry weight sitting on my chest/stomach almost the entire time I was visiting. This extra furry weight has a name...."Boomer." But if you say it with a Maine accent; it becomes..."Boom-ah." Very friendly cat. Has no problem lounging and getting comfortable. I got some pictures of him with my cell camera; but I cant do anything with the pics because I dont have cell internet. Wanted to stuff the cat in my shirt and bring him home. My mother was trying to steal their poodle; "Ozzie." One of these days my mother is going to wear my father down so he will agree to getting another dog. Good luck with that...She tried to get me to come home by agreeing that we could split a dog. No thanks. I am staying put. But it is my dream to have a dog one day; one that I can take running at the trails with me. Got two pairs of bike shorts yesterday at LL Bean. HUGE sale. Went from $70.00 to $29.00. What a steal. So now I can literally bike my ass off watching movies and not have to worry about pain. In May when I return; I am getting fitted for a Mountain Bike!!!!!! I cant wait. I thought only Triathletes were fitted for bikes. This is going to be fun! Stinky week to get PMS. Blech...Anyway, I just found out what my present next month is...A new IPod! But my father knows nothing about technology and he doesnt know what size he bought. He bought one for my mother too. Who knows even less than he does; so when I come home I fix their computers, cell phones, IPods etc. So much for a Harvard degree and a PHd right?? I wonder if I am going to be as technologically challenged in 30 years? Maybe I will have kids to fix my stuff too. Who knows? Still no word from Eric; still not surprised; just very hurt. But I am leaving it in G-d's capeable hands. I just get a little impatient at times and wish he would hurry up. Anyway; I think I am off to look at cars. My father wants to replace my Jetta. I love my car; but it is a pain in the ass at times. Was offered the Jeep ONLY if I move home. Again; no deal. (Tempting though.) My father seems to think I am not going to be offered either position at work. I dont know what to think. We all know who/what I am interviewing in front of. I hope they make the right decision this time or I will take them to the bank in OT. That is a promise.

Hope everyone has slept off the Turkey Buzz!
~Carrie

[Trying4Thin]

Well I am back from MA...Actually I got back on Saturday morning. Had a very early flight and I was home at 11:15 am. Flight was uneventful; the kind I like. I had my nose in a book the entire time. My luggage came out so fast I had to go running after it. Gotta love the efficiency of AirTran. Today is going to be ugly for travel. I need one day to wind down before going back to work. Dont have to be in until 6:25 am Monday so that is a relief. I am sleeping better; but I am still itchy. My uncle (who is a doctor) said that my best bet is the Benedryl; and if they dont go away, I need a doctor. (No kidding). I am chronic. I am getting by with less meds; but they are still unbearable. I am beginning to bruise from scratching. Monday I am going to make an appointment with a Guidance Counselor about enrolling in the "Nutrition Program" at my university. I hope I can get accepted. Then I will enroll as a part time student. Will get my schedule today and find out what is going on with my work hours and impending interview. I just want to get it over with and move on.

Had fun looking at cars on Friday. We ended up going to the place we usually buy cars from. They had a beautiful Jet Black 2006 Toyota Corolla S Series (fully loaded: sunroof, spoiler, 6 cd changer, etc.) with approx. 17,000 miles on it. Drives really well. Egads this is a fast car. I dont have a picture of the exact car; but I have a picture of what it would look like (from another web site.) At the bottom of the post.

Nothing else to report. Paid my bills online last night. Trashed my apartment last night trying to find the paperwork for my current car. Found it...But now I have a ton of stuff to clean. Argh..I dont know why I pulled it out of the car in the first place. If I do get the Corolla; my paperwork needs to be in order for the VW. Anyway; its time to attempt doing something useful today. It is in the 60's and sunny; but I dont really feel like doing much. It just hurts not having anyone to spend a day like today with. Guess my apology email fell on deaf ears. But I guess deep down I knew I wasnt going to get a response. It's been over 3 weeks since I have heard from him. (November 2nd). G-d willing I will get that Road Supe position and then I will be too busy to care. So much for his wanting me to be happy.
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[Cryssie_b]

nice car.. you were in MAINE?? and you didn't stop by.. i'm just a hope skip and a long jump across the boarder... lol

Cryssie